Can't I Raise Myself? Chapter 49

This is his old lair. Once a siege occurs, the danger level will skyrocket. In the face of tens of thousands of troops, Supernatural Beings below Tier 4 won't be able to hold the line, let alone the strongest on his side, 'Lin Qi', who only recently reached Tier 2.

Furthermore, the siege and the sacrifice should be linked.

'Shally' needs sacrifices to transfer classes, but the prerequisite is that the city gates cannot be breached. Looking at Berman City's defenders, the possibility of them holding back the Kainter Kingdom's army is slim.

Besides, in the game's storyline, Bill never intended to stop them. It was because of him that the city was breached, ultimately requiring the protagonist group to step in and turn the tide.

Sacrifice a Jonathan to gain a precious thirty minutes, counterattack, and push through the main story?

Ryan would have to be out of his mind to do that.

If the city were truly breached, anything could happen. Games can be restarted, but life cannot.

Thus, he decisively took out his mirror to contact Magana.

As long as the Iron Blood Legion has their back, even if the Kainter Kingdom attacks Berman City, the outcome will ultimately be stable.

"...You're talking about Kainter sending troops? Yes, I know." Magana thought Ryan was thanking her for sending people over, not expecting him to be discussing this matter.

"Grand Duke, aren't you planning to send troops?"

"No," Magana said. "I had plans before, but now, I'd rather see if the Second Prince is behind all of this and what exactly he wants to achieve. Don't worry, if Berman City really can't hold, I'll have Gruk and the others escort you away."

Ryan thought, The Grand Duke is surprisingly kind.

However, in the game, Magana didn't send troops. Otherwise, what would the protagonist group have to do?

But he couldn't understand it; it was a good opportunity.

"But Grand Duke, following the opponent's rhythm is a major taboo," Ryan frowned. "Instead of being passive later, why not take the initiative? Use the excuse of defending against the Kainter Kingdom's army to march out and swiftly occupy the southern part of the Empire. Then, with an inside and outside cooperation, we can take Caslathdi. With the Princess there, no one will accuse you of rebellion."

"Furthermore, with this territory as a stronghold, combined with your original lands, you can advance or retreat defensively, at least remaining in an invincible position."

"Hmm... What you're saying does have some merit."

Magana crossed her arms, her small nose wrinkling. She turned to the side.

"Creed, what do you think?"

Not far away, Creed, who was heavily bundled up, shook his head at her.

"Grand Duke, the Empire's situation isn't chaotic enough. If the Iron Blood Legion acts, it will give the old Emperor an excuse."

"That's right, Ryan, you heard it too. The entire Empire is wary of me now. The old Emperor wishes he could drag me down to hell with him to create opportunities for his children."

Although the Iron Blood Legion was not weak, it was not enough for her to seize the throne.

"My thoughts are the opposite," Ryan shook his head. "Precisely because the Empire isn't chaotic enough, the old Emperor won't act rashly. With the reputation of the Iron Blood Legion, which legion in the Empire is confident of defeating the Grand Duke? None! Moreover, you, Grand Duke, have a righteous cause. As long as you can move your troops here, you won't even need to fight; those lords will pledge their loyalty to you themselves. This is a great opportunity to develop and grow."

"Then, you can just find an excuse, say the troops are staying here to prevent further incursions from the Kainter Kingdom. Even if the old Emperor is angry, he won't dare do anything to you. Once a war breaks out, it will be a lose-lose situation, and the Empire cannot afford such a struggle."

Honestly, Ryan hoped Grand Duke Magana would come.

Rather than being caught between three factions, it was better to go all the way down one path and let Magana occupy this area.

At least the Grand Duke was genuinely good to him, and this could be considered repaying her kindness.

He wouldn't reveal his identity anyway. He would still be a member of the Burning Covenant and a loyal citizen of the Empire.

As for Caslathdi, she would leave under pressure. As for Bill, he'd be directly sacrificed, and the Second Prince could go home to play with mud.

Grand Duke, I have a plan that will allow me to rest easy from now on!

"Indeed, if we can also take Caslathdi, how can our great cause not be achieved?" Magana's eyes lit up, finding Ryan's words increasingly reasonable.

"Grand Duke," Creed said in a low voice, "No. If the Second Prince or others have a backup plan, this move will make you the target of public criticism."

Damn it!

Ryan could hear Creed's words. The target of public criticism? Come on, you're fighting for the throne, not playing house. If you don't fight for it, are you going to give it to someone else?

He couldn't help but curse inwardly. This guy, blocking him time and time again, is he an idiot or a mole?!

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