Chapter 229

"Where is Amabena?" Elvian asked, seemingly casually.

"She's resting, probably exhausted," Ryan said, shrugging. "She's been dealing with state affairs these past few days, it's been tough."

Elvian's lips twitched slightly. "You lie without even blinking? Is that what she calls 'being busy with state affairs'? Oh no, in a sense, it is indeed state affairs, after all, as Queen, this is the only thing Amabena has to worry about."

"Ryan, I've been thinking about it. Since you know I promised the Empress, I have to carry out the marriage to the end in order to appease Empress. Otherwise... otherwise she might suspect I have ulterior motives." Elvian said somewhat awkwardly. "So... if you don't have time to arrange the wedding, that's fine, but at least... just rest first. That way I can tell the Empress that I'm already dealing with Magana."

"Of course! I said we are in a cooperative relationship now, but that was just a temporary measure to convince the Empress. As long as you don't deal with Wildea, I won't make a move against Magana either... That's all."

Awkward!! ￣□￣||

Elvian herself didn't know how much courage it took to say those words.

She would never have done something like throwing herself into a man's arms before, but... since things are already like this, she can't resist if Ryan wants to threaten her, so she might as well take the initiative instead of waiting.

"Oh~ you mean, we're going to cooperate and each get what we need, right?" Ryan said, stroking his chin.

"Yes, it's about cooperation. What do you think?"

"I have no objection, but..."

Ryan looked Elvian up and down, and said in a very skeptical tone, "Are you really sure? Actually, it doesn't matter if the Empress is suspicious or not. The contract has already been signed, so what? Can she go back on her word and wipe out Wildea?"

"No!" Elvian shook her head. Even if there was only a one percent chance, she was unwilling to gamble on that possibility!

Wilderness can't take any more blows!

Before Avril fully matures, what she, as Queen, needs to do is to buy as much time as possible. Putting aside everything else, just looking at the Arcadia Empire, if the Northern Federation really can't hold on and is destroyed, Wildea will need the full support of the Augustus Empire, otherwise it will definitely be destroyed by Arcadia.

Anyway, that's how it is.

Although she didn't want to admit it, Elvian had recently had a "what the heck" mentality. She ran into Ryan, tried everything but couldn't defeat him, and then saw that some stupid Queen was living such a comfortable life, which made her feel instantly unbalanced.

She didn't think she would lose to Amabena.

If he could align his interests with Ryan's and gain 'Vainay's' trust, wouldn't Wildea be able to rest easy?

Suddenly realizing that she could actually do something, Elvian's dormant heart instantly came alive.

It may sound ironic, but the most desperate thing Elvian had ever experienced was standing outside the door listening to 'Avril's' painful process but being powerless to do anything, watching helplessly as Wildea became a vassal of the Augustus Empire and being unable to do anything... I could do nothing.

She never wanted to face this kind of mental torment again. Even if it meant abandoning the principles she had always adhered to, as long as she was on the path to redeeming Wildeia, she was willing to do anything!

Ryan had no idea how much mental preparation Elvian had made. He was actually a little apprehensive. What if Elvian suddenly awakened her sense of justice as a female knight halfway through the conversation, feeling that she could not be defiled because she had served the moon goddess all her life, and then turned around and tried to take him down with her?

Although the small part is important, the big part is the foundation of everything.

"Don't you dare?" Elvian saw Ryan's hesitation and smirked. "Ryan, you're not afraid of me, are you?"

Ryan chuckled, "Queen, you'd better think carefully about what you're saying."

I can't beat you in a fight, but in that kind of thing, I can cripple you.

"Of course I understand, but if you are afraid, then I will not force you."

Elvian suddenly felt a strange sense of exhilaration; it had been so long since she had felt this way, finally able to be above others.

Ryan, how do you feel right now?

"In short, if there are no problems, I will come to see you tonight."

Striving to maintain her regal bearing, Elvian left behind a single sentence, turned proudly, and walked away.

Ryan stood there, thinking for a long time but still couldn't figure out what was wrong with Elvian.

"Maybe that's how the heroines in butter movies are."

After much thought, Ryan felt that this conclusion was more reliable.

After parting ways with Elvian, Ryan went to see Angiya and finalized the list of nobles to be beheaded at the banquet.

"Lord Ryan, are we really going to invite all these people along?"

Angiya looked at the list of names on the invitation and clicked her tongue slightly.

A quick glance reveals that they are all powerful nobles in the Kingdom of Lotte, and because they are far from Silvermoon City, they live very comfortably in their respective territories.

Given the current state of the Kingdom of Lotte, even if Amabena personally issues a decree, those people might not necessarily come.

"It's okay, just send it out. It doesn't matter whether they come or not," Ryan said with a smile.

"Doesn't matter?"

Despite Angiya's doubts, Amabena's instructions to Ryan were her orders, and Ryan was essentially the regent in the Kingdom of Lotte now.

Angiya accepted the order and quickly went to carry it out.

Ryan then went to the military camp.

The Kingdom Army's training has only just begun, and currently only about 10,000 men are available for combat, which is quite a sad state of affairs.

No wonder those nobles didn't care about the monarchy at all.

But it doesn't matter. Indeed, once they arrive, he'll arrange a meal for them, a polite approach before taking any action.

Not coming?

That's fine too. With a single charge of the army, the iron-fisted suppression will be over.

After this operation, he wanted to ensure that no one in the entire Kingdom of Lotte would harbor any dissent.

For this reason, Ryan specially left behind a thousand Holy Blood Army. These were not new recruits, but veterans who had followed 'Shally' in battles across the country.

Suppress them, confiscate their homes, and seize all their property!

Because of the unique geographical advantages of the Kingdom of Lotte, Ryan plans to develop it into a trade hub between the Augustus Empire and the Northern Federation. The two sides have different cultures and specialties, and mutual trade will help develop the economy. Money is never too much.

Oh, I'm still broke, I don't have much money, that's alright.

"Next, we also have to guard against the people from the City of Desire... This is a real headache."

Ryan had a sudden thought.

"Oh, right, just call Lin Qi over."

He intends to establish the faith of Janus in the Kingdom of Lotte.

This country, how should I put it? It has to be said that it is really rotten. Because it was originally affiliated with the Northern Coalition, it theoretically worships the Moon Goddess. However, because the royal family once worshipped the God of Desire, Amabena's grandfather's generation did not promote this belief at all.

Simply put, neither side has been properly addressed.

Perfect timing! Bring the Gate of Janus in. Anyway, he and 'Lin Qi' are old friends with a good relationship. Consider it a way to give 'Lin Qi' a sales opportunity.

What? As a loyalist to the empire, one should worship the Sun God?

Tch, promoting the worship of the Sun God is the Empress's business, what does it have to do with me, Ryan?

Empress Vainay? I'm really not familiar with her. My only friend is my Saintess Lin Qi!

Ryan gave Lin Qi orders to bring the people from Gate of Janus over, since the Northern Federation is now stable and she can't help with the war against the Arcadia Empire for the time being.

Compared to this, the actions of the City of Desire should have been watched by the Gate of Janus in the first place. It has to be said that the identity of 'Lin Qi' as Saintess is really useful. With her around, Ryan has been saved a lot of trouble.

After dealing with these matters, it was getting late. Jonathan came to find Ryan, the old man, who was preparing to enter the City of Desire.

Before leaving, I came to see Ryan for a drink and a meal.

After all, even getting a meal inside becomes a problem. Without an identity or Contribution Points, outsiders can hardly move an inch.

However, Old Joe had hooked up with quite a few wealthy women inside last time. According to him, he would first find an old lover's house to stay at, observe the situation, and then take action.

Anyway, recently the cultists in the City of Desire have gradually shifted their attention to the Kingdom of Lotte. On the contrary, the City of Desire has relaxed its manhunt for Old Joe. After not finding him for so many days, they know that he has most likely gone out.

This is also why the City Lord prohibits the circulation of keys. Because with those things around, it's difficult to restrict people from entering and leaving. Some people who do bad things can just run away and there's no way to stop them.

Ryan thought to himself, "You guys are an evil organization to begin with, and you're blaming others for doing bad things?"

After a satisfying meal and seeing Old Joe off, Ryan returned to his room to find Elvian already waiting at the door.

Still in her deep red gown, the Queen was keeping the promise she made when they met at the train station. Ryan really wants to ask you how many of these dresses you made?

Elvian obviously knew Ryan wasn't in the room, so she had no intention of knocking. She also knew Ryan wasn't doing that, otherwise there would have been a barrier... Actually, she was a little worried. Ryan had just fought Amabena during the day, so would he not be interested in her at night?

If it can really be confirmed that it will start, then it should be 'advantageous' to her, after all, Ryan is already tired, right? She has the advantage of timing and location, and it's not impossible for her to make Ryan kneel at her feet tonight... Well, according to the records in those books taken from the royal family, it is theoretically feasible. Although it is her first time, the physique of Seventh Tier Transcendent is not just talk.

Fight on, Ryan!

"Why are you looking at me like that?" Ryan's expression was strange. He noticed that Elvian seemed to be on fire for no reason, her eyes were even brighter than during the day. What the hell? Are all the heroines in adult games really like this? Usually so proper but secretly such scoundrels?

"I just wanted to see if you would run away."

Elvian snapped out of her daze and spoke in a forced, calm tone.

Ryan shook his head, too lazy to talk to this kind of virgin.

Knowing Elvian's personality, even if she were cremated, her mouth would still be there.

You'll know how to call it soon.

Although Seventh Tier Transcendent very powerful, Ryan has already tried it. Even the Grand Duke was screaming in despair. Physique cannot change certain characteristics; at most, it can only enhance physical strength and make one more enduring.

Originally, Ryan's plan was to slowly corrupt Elvian, since Vildea's life and death were now in his hands. Just like before, he would gradually destroy the Queen's mental support and then take her down.

However, since Elvian has started the war, he might as well go with the flow and let Elvian know how terrifying the adult world can be.

While he was thinking, Ryan pushed open the door and went in, and then he saw Amabena lying on his bed, her butt sticking out as she read a comic book.

Ryan: "..."

Elvian: "..."

ba yi si jiu ling san qi ba jiu

Amabena: "^_^"

"Why are you still here?" Ryan glanced at the table in the room, and sure enough, it was covered with snacks and treats. This guy hadn't left since the afternoon!

"Because I'm sleeping here tonight," Amabena said, then noticed Elvian. "Why is she here?"

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Ryan shrugged. "She said she's sleeping here tonight."

Upon hearing this, Amabena immediately sat up in bed, staring at Elvian with a wary expression, like a prickly kitten wary of an enemy stealing her food.

Then Elvian was a little dumbfounded.

Oh, Goddess of the Moon, heaven knows how much mental preparation she made before taking this step... why is there an idiot here!

As someone experiencing this for the first time, Elvian considers this matter to be her absolute private affair, limited to the presence of her 'combat partner'. The presence of a third person is absolutely unacceptable!

"Queen Amabena..." Elvian stammered, "I have serious business to discuss with Ryan tonight. Can you go back to your room?"

"It's... serious business," Amabena drawled, "I want to hear it too. What is it that's so important?"

"This concerns the future of the Augustus Empire and Wildea, it's none of your business, is it?"

"This is my castle, I can be wherever I want."

Amabena looked at Elvian with smug satisfaction; she knew the latter was going to seduce her Prime Minister.

Although Elvian had been granted permission by Ryan to enter, Amabena had no intention of letting Elvian off easily. After all, if Elvian hadn't been secretly plotting everything, she, the Queen, wouldn't have been chased all the way to the kingdom's border.

A gentleman takes revenge even after ten years, while a petty person takes revenge all day long!

Amabena: Elvian, how do you feel now!

Elvian fell silent, then noticed that Ryan showed absolutely no reaction. What did that mean? Did Ryan not care that Amabena was here? That shouldn't be possible, right?

Thinking this, Amabena suddenly took off the clothes she was wearing, instantly revealing her stunning figure perfectly.

"Mmm."

Elvian took a half step back.

She had to admit that this fool had something to offer.

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Amabena proudly raised her head and puffed out her chest, like a proud peacock.

Elvian clenched her fists, gritting her teeth in anger.

"Ryan?~~" Amabena asked in a sweet, coquettish voice.

Ryan: "..."