Only now did Chen Rui understand why Samuel had so "recklessly" attempted to assassinate Garfield—his actions were directly connected to him, Prince "Arthur." If Samuel had not acknowledged him as his master, he naturally would not have struck at Garfield at such a critical moment to protect Veronica, whom "Arthur" yearned for day and night.
"Come with me. Let's leave this place." Chen Rui smiled bitterly to himself and glanced around. "There's a little fellow named Andrew in Dragon Valley who's been worried about your safety. I only learned from him that something had happened to you and the Camplott Family. I can pose as a Dragon Race elder and get you out. That way, Emperor Rex won't be able to pursue the matter too deeply and can only let it drop."
"I'm afraid I must disappoint Your Highness's kind intentions this time..." Samuel slowly shook his head. "Garfield's matter concerns the royal family's dignity, and with the Camplott Family's current predicament, if I leave with Your Highness now, the Camplott Family will truly be finished."
"But it's too dangerous for you here. You must not underestimate Garfield's viciousness."
"Your Highness need not worry. This is also a form of tempering. With the trade fair about to begin, I should still be safe for this month. Actually, I've made a new breakthrough in my understanding of my domain during this period. I'm cultivating with the Reverse Bone Art taught by my teacher. For this secret art, the pain of the body is merely a 'polishing' of the will and soul. I believe it won't be long before I break through to the true Saint level. If I can reach the true Saint level... a Saint-level Dragon Knight, surely even His Majesty would have to value me more. At the very