Iron Dragon's whisper echoed in my ears.
The human princess was silent for a few seconds, and finally shook her head and said, "Lothern is the crown of Federation, the heart of all nations. Even under the shadow of those behemoth empires, this land still shines with eternal brilliance."
She stared at the outline of the royal city outside the window, and those towering magic towers and bustling markets reflected a firm light in her eyes.
She said, "Saint King has created the glory of the kingdom, but his departure will not let the tower collapse. Lothern's foundation is deeper than you imagine."
Elina still has hope for the Lothern Kingdom.
In her eyes, although Saint King has fallen, the foundation of the kingdom is still there. As long as it survives the pain of losing Saint King, relying on the wealth and resources accumulated over hundreds of years, Lothern Kingdom can still dominate the Federation countries.
She said to Iron Dragon, "I understand what you mean."
"But you see, the war has not yet started. The royal family has already sensed the danger and has taken the lead in reducing expenditures and shifting resources to the military."
"As long as you don't sit still and wait for death, proactively respond to potential dangers."
"I believe that with the foundation of the Kingdom, we will be able to survive this turning point and move towards a more glorious path."
"Lothern was once proud of Saint King, but in the future, Saint King's spirit in heaven will be proud of Lothern."
Iron Dragon stroked his round belly and whispered, "Reducing expenditures. Does that mean that except for Moonlight Dew, there will be no other changes in the supply to me?"
The value of his food for one day can consume the savings of ordinary people for decades or even a lifetime.
Cut expenses?
I'm afraid it's just talk.
"Elina, you are a member of the royal family, and you know very well how extravagant the royal family is. My existence is the best proof that this is not something that can be changed in a short time."
Iron Dragon is very concerned about the human princess in front of her.
He said, "Don't wait until disaster strikes to regret it."
His voice was filled with concern. "Let's go together, Elina. I will protect you. Don't forget my identity. I am the noble and powerful Dragonkin, the leader of Ferrous Dragon! I am also the top creature in the wilderness where ferocious beasts and monsters are everywhere."
Hearing this, Elina looked at Iron Dragon in a daze.
Iron Dragon Gordon is pampered. Because of his comfortable and peaceful life over the years, the ferocious and violent aura that belonged to Dragonkin has long since disappeared from his body.
But when I said those words just now.
His eyes turned into cold vertical pupils, the thorns on his body stood up, and his whole body exuded the oppressive aura of Dragonkin.
A dragon is a dragon after all.
He will not turn into a pet like a cat or dog because of changes in living environment. When needed, his minions can still show their sharpness.
Elina is not afraid Dragon Might.
Years of companionship and growth have made her regard Iron Dragon as a family member in her heart, rather than a simple pet or playmate.
Seeing Iron Dragon, who was usually lazy and greedy, showing such an appearance at this moment, she suddenly smiled and said, "Gordon, you look like a real dragon now."
Gordon said dissatisfied, "What does it mean to be like a real dragon? I am a dragon!"
"Yes, you are a dragon. You were born with wings that can fly in the sky, but you are trapped in the palace because of me." Elina smiled, and the smile gradually faded away. He looked directly into Iron Dragon's eyes and asked, "Gordon, do you want to be free? If you want, I can let you leave the palace and let you return to the wilderness or go to other places you want to go."
"Unless you come with me."
Iron Dragon persistently persuaded, "Life in the wilderness is not as luxurious as the palace, but it has a different flavor. Maybe you will like it very much."
Elina sighed.
She shook her head slowly. "It's not something I like or dislike."
She looked complicated and said, "I was born a princess. I enjoy the favor of my father and my brothers and sisters. I have the resources of the entire kingdom. I live a privileged life and have everything I want at my fingertips."
"The kingdom is now at a turning point. It is a critical time."
"I can't just know that I am a princess when I'm enjoying myself, and I can't abandon my home and country when the storm is about to come."
"The blood of the royal family flows in my body, Gordon. When Royal Court the last torch goes out, you will see me standing on the highest tower of the royal city, either wearing a crown of victory, or becoming the most dazzling torch."
"The people of the royal city will never see their princess running away from the battlefield."
The voice paused, and the human princess said word by word, "No matter what the future of the Lothern Kingdom is, I deeply love the land under my feet, and I will live and die with it."
Iron Dragon was silent.
He wanted to say, what's the use of you staying?
A princess with no real power and a mascot-like status cannot change anything if she stays. There is also the risk of death, and she may even encounter something more terrifying than death.
But seeing the human princess's firm eyes and expression, Iron Dragon didn't say these words.
"Gordon, go on your own."
"I will give you a rich fortune and send you where you want to go."
Elina said softly.
Iron Dragon shook his head and said, "I will stay here until the end."
Immediately afterwards, he said, "But the wealth you mentioned cannot be withheld from me because of this."
Elina nodded with a smile, then snuggled quietly against Iron Dragon's body, feeling the cool touch of its dragon scales, which made her feel particularly peaceful inside.
Iron Dragon said no more, enjoying the peace at this moment.
It's just that his eyes flickered slightly, and the dragon's face lost the previous laziness and relaxation, and his spirit was tense, thinking about how to protect himself and Elina in the ensuing chaos.
He is Young Adult Dragon, and he has great power.
But among kingdom-level behemoths, this is nothing.
The average number of guards in the royal court exceeds 10 Life Level, and even one of the bosses is a strong man above level 15, and there are also Legendary Realm present both covertly and covertly.
Correspondingly.
Those who covet Lothern Kingdom's territory and wealth resources cannot be underestimated. Adult Dragon can't do anything in this situation, let alone Dragonkin who is not yet a young man.
Soon after, Elina left Iron Dragon's residence.
Gordon thought about it, and finally the only thing he could think of was that one day when the war swept through the capital of the Lothern Kingdom, whether the human princess was willing or not, he would find a way to take her out of the sea of fire, and then dive into Ser Wilderness.
suddenly.
Iron Dragon Gordon had a flash of inspiration.
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Thinking of Ser Wilderness, he also thought of the Hatchling Dragons he had lived with back then.
Gordon knows a thing or two about Garos's current situation.
During the boring time of Royal Court's life, he often read Federation Daily, especially paying attention to Dragonkin's news.
One of the reports about the hybrid Red Iron Dragon killing human nobles and plundering gem mines caught his attention.
Considering that Red-Iron Hybrid Dragon is rare in number and has the same age, he can be sure that the Evil Dragon named "Sky-Rending Wing" and "Death Omen" in the reports is definitely his brother Garos.
While he was enjoying a good life in Royal Court, Red Iron Dragon had grown into a well-known Evil Dragon who could be on Federation Daily, and had such a resounding name.
This made him very envious for a time, thinking that if he had not been brought to the human kingdom, he would definitely have such a reputation.
"Garos has been the wisest and most powerful among us since he was a child."
"He must be Lord Dragon now, with his own territory and dependents."
"Perhaps I can pay a certain price and find a way to contact him and seek his help. At least, I will have someone to support me when I take Elina to escape into the wilderness."
Iron Dragon thought silently.
Although there is currently no specific way to contact Garos, Gordon is not in a hurry.
Not long after the death of Saint King, the news has not yet spread completely, and Lothern Federation is still calm on the surface.
The things he is worried about will not happen immediately, and there is still time to think about it in the long term.
Besides, he has always been lucky.
The current problems may one day be solved.
"That's it for now, let's have some food."
"After eating, I need to exercise and digest. I can't be as lazy as before."
Iron Dragon curls up the bell with its tail and shakes it to let the waiters serve delicious food.
Time passed slowly and slowly, and quietly, another two years passed.
New Calendar 249 (Bernardo Empires takes the launch of the first interstellar spacecraft as the beginning of the era, symbolizing the entry into a new era of interstellar exploration).
It is now the third year since the fall of Lothern Saint-King, and the news is already known to everyone.
Lothern Kingdom officially announced his death and held a state funeral. Envoys from various countries presented flowers and eulogies, praising Saint King's deeds and great achievements, and at the same time deeply mourned the passing of Saint King.
All the kingdoms and principalities of Federation are remembering the founder of Federation.
Lothern Saint-King is also the backbone of Federation.
He formed Federation, swept away the troubles, ended the disputes of Southern Kingdoms, and allowed all countries to flourish in peace.
All countries respect Lothern Saint-King from the bottom of their hearts.
However, respecting Saint King does not mean that they can continue to respect the current Lothern Kingdom. It only means that they can temporarily suppress their dissatisfaction.
The fall of Saint King has put Federation in a heavy atmosphere now. There are no obvious frictions and disputes between countries, but silent undercurrents are slowly brewing.
Borderlands, Dragon Valley.
Not long after the state funeral bells in Southern Kingdoms stopped ringing.
The white roses presented by envoys from various countries are still exuding their last fragrance in front of Saint King's Mausoleum.
In the deepest cave of Dragon Valley, the rock that has not been moved for ten years is cracking.
With the fall of the old king, Red Iron Dragon, who had been sleeping in the cave for ten years, gradually woke up, opened his eyes, and revealed dragon pupils that were like the deepest night.
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