Brave Soldier

Everyone looked at Lin Luo in the crowd with surprise and disbelief.

This person with thin arms and legs didn't seem like the one Nepheli described... Could he be a powerful mage? But what was with the sword in his hand...

Despite their doubts, the soldiers lowered their weapons.

"Looks like you're doing a pretty good job as Lord of the Castle..."

"I can tell they respect you quite a bit."

Hearing this, Nepheli rolled her eyes and explained to Lin Luo.

It turned out the soldiers in the castle had long been dissatisfied with Godrick. They had wanted to rebel against the Grafted's tyranny for a long time.

However, they lacked the strength, which was why they hadn't acted until now.

Now that Lin Luo had killed Godrick, and they had a powerful female warrior as their queen.

Although Nepheli's strength couldn't convince everyone at first, after she took the throne and subdued all the soldiers with her iron-fisted methods and formidable power, she legitimately became the Queen of Stormveil Castle.

Walking out of the room, Lin Luo realized that Stormveil Castle had been mostly repaired. The Grafted's severed limbs had been cleared, the rats in the castle had been killed, and Nepheli had even led the soldiers to eliminate the rotten Erdtree Avatar.

Stormveil Castle now had a fresh look, and many nomadic merchants were even planning to settle there.

"Very good..."

Lin Luo nodded slightly in approval.

However, Lin Luo didn't plan to stay here long. After discussing Shrimp Bro with Nepheli, he prepared to set off for Redmane Castle.

"You're going to Redmane Castle?"

Nepheli was taken aback, then surprised.

"You're going to find Starscourage? The strongest Demigod?"

"Yeah, what's wrong?"

By this time, Lin Luo had already climbed onto Torrent's back, with the Black Sword strapped behind him. Everything was ready.

"That's Starscourage! Not Godrick!"

Nepheli was a little flustered.

"You're the Lord of Stormveil Castle now, practically a minor king. Can you not act so inexperienced..."

Lin Luo had a hint of helplessness on his face.

"You should learn from your foster father. He's not afraid of anything."

He's certainly not afraid, since it's not him going to fight Starscourage! Nepheli thought furiously.

"..."

"Uh..."

Nepheli scratched her head.

"How about I send some troops with you? More people means more strength."

"?"

Lin Luo looked at her with the expression one might give an idiot.

"Do you like me? I suggest you don't, I already have two wives!"

"You damn..."

Even with her good upbringing, Nepheli couldn't help but curse out loud.

Who am I doing this for, for you to say something like that? And why do you look so proud when you mention your two wives, you bastard!

"You don't actually know about the Redmane Festival of Combat, do you..."

Lin Luo rubbed his forehead in exasperation.

"Various mages and warriors are going with me."

"Aren't your soldiers just going to be cannon fodder?"

"You're talking nonsense!"

A soldier leader nearby, who must have overheard something, walked over angrily.

"Please respect the combat spirit of our soldiers. They will never retreat, no matter what enemy they face!"

"Oh?"

Lin Luo looked at the approaching soldier with amusement.

"According to you, you're very brave..."

"No joke, I'm super brave!"

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"Hmm... Very good."

Lin Luo nodded, pointing at the soldier and saying to Nepheli.

"When we fight Starscourage later, send him to the front lines."

"Okay."

"???"

The soldier was stunned.

Fight who? Who am I supposed to fight? Starscourage! Am I crazy, or are you crazy? How could I possibly be worthy of fighting Starscourage!

He had just heard the Tarnished call him cannon fodder, and in his anger, he had run over.

So you guys were actually planning to fight Starscourage? And me, who is considered cannon fodder, wouldn't that just be sending myself to my death!

"Um... Your Highness, I just remembered I have a grandchild to attend to, so I might not be able to go..."

The soldier's teeth chattered as he spoke with a mixture of laughter and tears.

"No, no, no! It's you, you're going with me!"

Lin Luo said in an unrefusable tone.

"Brother! No, Father!"

The soldier immediately knelt on the ground.

"I admit I spoke a little loudly just now, I was wrong, please don't make me go fight Starscourage! I have old parents and young children, my whole family depends on me..."

"Stop, stop, stop! Hurry up and go, hurry up and go!"

"I was just trying to scare you, why did you take it seriously..."

In the end, the soldier left "happily"...

"Alright, I won't tease you anymore. If you were to come with me, I could take care of you. As for those soldiers... you know, Starscourage is skilled in gravity magic. With one meteor strike, those soldiers would probably be wiped out."

"Mmm..."

Nepheli frowned, then shook her head.

"I still won't accompany you. Stormveil Castle is in ruins and there's a lot I need to handle. I won't be going with you."

"As you wish..."

Lin Luo shrugged.

"I can't be bothered to bring a burden anyway..."

"You!..."

Nepheli glared angrily at Lin Luo, pointing at him, and finally left with a huff.

Seeing Nepheli's reaction, he didn't tease her further. He straightened his clothes and left Stormveil Castle.

After exiting the city gates, Melina reappeared.

"It seems Lin Luo's charm is quite significant..."

Melina leaned on Lin Luo's shoulder, a playful smile on her face.

Melina's voice was pleasant, making one feel as if they were bathing in spring breeze in the dead of winter.

But Lin Luo, hearing it now, felt a chill...

No, I have to turn the tables!

Lin Luo pulled Melina into his arms, lightly tapping her forehead.

"What are you thinking about all day..."

"I'm not thinking about anything!"

Melina puffed out her cheeks.

"Ranni, Rodricka, Nepheli, Irena, Sorcerer Sellen."

Melina rattled off a long string of names, completely baffling Lin Luo.

The first few were fine, but what was with Sorcerer Sellen??

And he didn't even realize it himself. You're ruthless enough to be jealous of yourself!

Lin Luo stood frozen, his eyes vacant, as if he had lost all hope in the world.

Seeing this, Melina couldn't help but burst out laughing.

"I'm just teasing you..."

"I don't mind that much..."

Coming back to his senses, Lin Luo was also a bit annoyed. He pinched Melina's cheek and then took a hard bite.

"That's for messing with me again!"

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