Trash Prince and Ice Queen 10th Re - Life-Chapter 175: Recruit The Dark Elf Tribe
When Eva, Geoffrey, Mirea, Milia, and Thorena reached the city of Whitdale, they headed straight to meet Bhadra, but halfway there, Mirea suddenly stopped. πππππ°π²π―π»ππππΉ.ππ¨π
"Eva," she called.
Eva, Geoffrey, Milia, and Thorena turned to look at Mirea, who had come to a halt, and walked back toward her. "Whatβs wrong, Mirea?" Eva asked.
"Itβs probably better if I donβt come along to meet the Dark Elf elder. You surely remember the nature of my familyβs relationship with the elders," Mirea said.
"Oh... thatβs true," Milia added.
"Hmm... alright, I understand. In that case, you should just head home. After we meet with the chief, Iβll head over there. Milia, can you keep Mirea company?" Eva asked, turning to Milia.
"Okay, Iβll stay with her. Besides, I donβt really follow the technical conversations between you guys and the elders anyway," Milia replied.
"Thank you, Eva. Iβll wait for you guys at home," Mirea said, taking Evaβs hand.
"No need to thank me; weβre all in this together. Wait for us, okay?" Eva replied with a smile, squeezing Mireaβs hand.
After that, Eva, Geoffrey, and Thorena continued toward the house of the Dark Elf chief, while Mirea and Milia went home to see Jolene, Mireaβs mother. When Eva arrived at Bhadraβs house, Bhadraβwho now looked much more refreshedβwelcomed them and invited them to sit inside. Without delay, Eva handed Hardimβs letter to Bhadra. As Bhadra read it, his face, which had initially been neutral, suddenly turned serious and his jaw tightened. But then, his expression shifted into a smile, and he glanced briefly at Geoffrey and Thorena sitting side by side. After finishing the letter, he spoke.
"Hmm... I see. I understand. However, we Dark Elves have a treaty with the royal family, and we cannot simply violate it by attacking the palace," Bhadra muttered.
"I understand, Chief. Does the content of Hardimβs letter ask for something like that? Because personally, I have no intention of involving the Dark Elves," Eva replied.
"Yes, the contents of Hardimβs letter do indeed say such a thing, and clearly I cannot comply with it. However, it is a different story if the request comes from a member of the royal family, even if he wasnβt raised in the palace and was cast out," Bhadra said, glancing at Geoffrey with a smile.
"Huh... me?" Geoffrey asked, confused, as even Thorena turned to look at him.
"That is correct, Your Highness. From your posture and your face, it is very clear that you are the son of King Gregorius. So, of course, we Dark Elves will listen to your commands," Bhadra answered, bowing his head in greeting.
Eva and Thorena immediately turned to look at Geoffrey, who was stunned and then fell into a deep silence before Bhadra, unable to say a word. Seeing this, Eva turned her attention back to Bhadra.
"What is the current condition of King Gregorius, Chief?" Eva asked.
"His condition is worsening, and currently, the Crown Prince, Prince Nikolai, has disappeared. The kingdom is in a state of crisis because it is clear that King Gregorius is no longer himself," Bhadra answered, shaking his head.
"Prince Nikolai has disappeared?" Eva asked, shocked.
"Correct. He was last seen opposing King Gregorius when the King decided to go to war with the Kingdom of Fredonia, claiming that Fredonia was holding Prince Julius captive. But I am certain that was not the Kingβs own decision. He changed completely, as if replaced by someone else, since an envoy from the Empire came to see him. Currently, the King seems to be afraid of something, even going so far as to lock himself in his room," Bhadra answered, explaining the situation at the palace.
"Hmm... this is trouble," Eva said, lost in thought.
The room fell silent again as no one spoke. Bhadra, appearing calm and seemingly knowing more than he let on, glanced again at Geoffrey, who was still brooding, and at Thorena, who sat beside him watching him closely. Finally, Bhadra exhaled and spoke up, breaking the silence.
"This is actually a secret, but we happen to know exactly where Prince Nikolai is," Bhadra said.
"Where is he, Chief?" Eva asked.
"Currently, he is in the village of Kornic, organizing a rebellion along with Viscount Bragnister and several other nobles. Prince Nikolai has also renounced his title as Crown Prince, as he is now a rebel intent on overthrowing the King," Bhadra answered.
Upon hearing Bhadraβs words, Geoffrey stood up abruptly, his eyes wide and his jaw tightening hard.
"My father... is a rebel?" Geoffrey asked.
"That is correct, Your Highness. Right now, your brother Gerald and his wife Candice have closed off this city because it is going to join the rebellion. So, what will it be, Your Highness? I and the dark elf people will clearly answer to you, and no longer to Prince Nikolai," Bhadra replied, having made his allegiance very clear.
"Hmm... youβve already decided where your loyalty lies, havenβt you, Chief?" Eva asked with a smile.
Bhadra didnβt answer; he simply glanced at Eva and smiled. Then, he looked over at Thorena, who seemed dazed and clearly wanted no part in the affairs of another kingdom. Eva turned to look at Geoffrey. This time, he wasnβt lost in a daze, oblivious to his status or reeling in disbelief over his origins. Instead, he appeared to be thinking clearly and with cold calculation. After a few moments, he looked up and fixed Bhadra with a sharp stare.
"Very well, Chief. I understand. I will speak with my brother immediately. We will open this city and welcome the forces from Le Rein Infernal. We are going to take the capital ourselves before the rebellion even begins," Geoffrey said firmly.
"Clap... clap... clap."
Everyone instantly turned to look behind Bhadra. A handsome man with a light beard, accompanied by a beautiful woman at his side, stepped out from within Bhadraβs house while clapping his hands. Geoffrey was stunned the moment he saw the two of them.
"Wait, brother?" Geoffrey asked in shock.
"Hello, Geoffrey. We finally meet again," Gerald replied, walking toward him.
The two brothers immediately shared a tight embrace, while Geraldβs wife, Candice, sat down next to Eva and offered a greeting. After the two broke their hug, Gerald turned to look at Thorena, who then stood up.
"Oh, she is..."
"Greetings to the Third Princess of the Kingdom of Grimgarth," Gerald said, bowing his head in respect and cutting Geoffrey off, leaving him speechless.
"Greetings. Please, lift your head," Thorena replied.
"Wait... brother, you know who Thorena is?" Geoffrey asked.
"Of course I know. Every resident of this city knows there is a dwarven kingdom somewhere in the mines. Thatβs why we closed off the entrance and spread rumors that anyone who enters never returns. Isnβt that right, my dear?" Gerald asked.
"Thatβs true, Geoffrey," Candice answered.
"And you already knew I was coming here, Chief? Is that why you called them here?" Geoffrey asked Bhadra.
"No, but ever since Prince Arden of Fredonia came to see me and mentioned that he and his companion intended to go to Le Rein Infernalβand since I saw you among the companion with Prince Arden and Princess EvangelineβIβve been prepared for the moment you eventually returned," Bhadra said with a smile.
"Itβs true, Geoffrey. The Chief himself came to see us at the mansion and explained everything. That is why we in this city are ready. To the kingdom, we arenβt part of the rebellion. To Prince Nikolaiβs side, we are preparing for a revolt. But our true goal here... is to support you in taking over the kingdom and uniting with the Kingdom of Grimgarth underground. Surely you understand," Gerald added with a smile.
"So... you already knew my identity, brother?" Geoffrey asked.
"Ever since we were both children... relax, I have always considered you my own brother, and that will never change," Gerald answered with a smile.
Geoffrey immediately embraced his brother again, and this time, Gerald returned the hug tightly. Afterward, Bhadra finally made a formal declaration that he and the entire dark elf tribe would serve under the command of the new King of Durnhillβreferring to Geoffrey, even though he had not yet been officially crowned.
Following the declaration, they immediately discussed their next moves: preparing the city to welcome the armies from the Kingdom of Grimgarth and the Kingdom of Tartagia. Then, alongside the forces of Marquis Hemanzβthe noble ruler of the city whose troops were now led by Geraldβand the dark elf warriors, they would march on the capital of the Durnhill Kingdom. Their goal was to topple the palace before the rebel forces could even make a move.
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Meanwhile, at the Fredonia army camp located on the border between the Kingdom of Durnhill and the Kingdom of Fredonia, a Raven operative suddenly appeared before Alexis. Alicia and Pyria immediately dropped to one knee.
"Reporting, Your Highness. The city of Whitdale is currently closed off. It appears they are gathering their forces inside and preparing to march on the capital. According to rumors among the locals, they are awaiting the arrival of armies from two kingdoms within Le Rein Infernal, and it is estimated they will be attacking the capital in four days," the Raven said.
"Hmm... I see. Very well, you may go," Alexis said, lost in thought.
"Understood, Your Highness," the Raven replied before instantly vanishing.
Alicia and Pyria waited for Alexis to speak as he sat beside them, lost in thought. Suddenly, with a sharp "shhhkt," the tent flap pulled open, and everyone turned toward the entrance. When Alexis saw who had arrived, he stood up immediately, followed by Alicia and Pyria, whose faces lit up instantly.
"Count Dimitri," Alicia and Pyria said.
"Greetings, Prince Alexis, Princess Alicia, and Princess Pyria. I have arrived with a thousand vampire soldiers and stand ready to assist you," Dimitri replied, bowing his head.
