Starting With an SSS-Rank Swordsmanship Talent

Chapter 185: Lucas’s Decision

Inside the baronʼs study, Alaric and Yvanna sat next to each other as they explained the situation to Lucas.

Meanwhile, Neo was quietly standing behind them, looking completely still.

”I get the gist of it. So you want my House Silversword to help your kingdom repel those goblins, but why should I agree?” Lucas stared deeply at the elven princess.

He was already aware of her identity, but he couldnʼt care less. His priority was the welfare of his household and the safety of his family.

However, if she was willing to compensate them for lending their military power, then he might consider it.

Alaric furrowed his eyebrows, but he didnʼt say anything. He was just an heir and the final decision remained in his fatherʼs hands.

Yvanna took a deep breath before she responded. ”If you can help us defeat the goblin colony, I promise you that all the beast soul crystals we collect will be given to you.”

She could still make this decision as the princess of the Greenwood Kingdom.

Hearing this, Lucas rubbed his chin.

During the orc subjugation, they managed to collect a large number of beast soul crystals. Although a majority of them were distributed to the northern lords, House Silversword took most of the high-ranking crystals.

If I could absorb a beast soul crystal on the same level as the orc kingʼs crystal, I would be one step closer to advancing to the next realm!

Alaric gave him the orc kingʼs beast soul crystal, but he had yet to absorb it.

If I can advance to the next realm, I do not have to worry about offending the imperial family anymore.

The image of a beautiful woman appeared in his mind.

Jade, this might be a chance for me to reunite with you…

Thinking of this, Lucas stared at the elven princess and replied. ”Alright. House Silversword will help you defeat those goblins, but you must fulfill your promise.”

Hearing his words, Yvanna was overjoyed. ”Of course! I guarantee that all the beast soul crystals will be given to you! I promise you this as the princess of the Greenwood Kingdom!”

Lucas smiled and nodded. ”Good!”

He then looked at his son and told him. ”Gather everyone. We will depart at once!”

Alaric replied with a nod of his head. ”Yes, my lord!”

The baron waved his hand and dismissed them.

***

A tense atmosphere hung over the Greenwood Kingdom.

This was because the goblin colony had gathered more goblin tribes to join them which greatly bolstered their forces.

At this moment, inside the kingʼs treehouse, an urgent meeting was being held.

”Your Majesty, all the generals and commanders have gathered in this room. Please give us the command to attack those filthy creatures!” Elder Dahon expressed his desire to wage war on the goblins.

Some high elves frowned at his words, but no one said anything. There were still a few of them who were against the idea of engaging in war, but the king had already spoken so there was nothing they could do.

Garandel nodded, his expression looking stern and serious. ”The princess promised to bring support here so let us wait for them before we go to war.”

A few high elves who supported the war frowned.

They were disappointed with the kingʼs indecisiveness.

Garandel sensed their dissatisfaction, but he chose to ignore them. He would rather be labeled as a weak king than watch his people die.

Please hurry up, Yvanna. Your father canʼt hold back these stubborn elves for long…

***

On the same day, Alaric sent messenger birds to House Paxley and House Heinrich, informing them to bring their armies to Turtle Fort.

He also sent a letter to William and told him to guard the cold iron mine with the mercenaries while they were gone.

Inside his room, Elena and Hershey were helping him wear his relic-level battle armor.

”My lord, are you leaving again?” Elena stared at him with worried eyes.

Alaric turned around and patted her head. ”I need to help a friend.”

”You mean those elves?” Elena blurted out, but she quickly realized that she had misspoken.

She covered her mouth and subconsciously glanced at Hershey.

”I already know about them.” Hershey chuckled when she saw her nervous expression.

Alaric had already told her about Yvanna. At first, she felt jealous when she sensed that Alaric seemed to be interested in her, but she soon learned to accept it.

Alaric clicked his tongue as he looked at Elenaʼs innocent face. ”I will punish you when I return.”

Elenaʼs shoulders drooped. ”Yes, my lord.”

Seeing this, Hershey tapped her shoulders and glared at Alaric. ”Stop teasing her.”

She had grown fond of this young maid. Although sometimes clumsy and mischievous, she was sensible and smart.

Alaric squeezed her hand and said with a tender gaze. ”I will take my leave now. Please help me look after the household while I am gone.”

Hersheyʼs expression softened as she nodded. ”You can rest assured. I will help the madam in taking care of the household.”

”I will ask Henry and Arthur to stay here. If there is something that they cannot handle, then you must seek help from Sir William.” Alaric reminded her.

”Alright.”

Alaric looked at Elena and said. ”Elena, stay with Hershey. You will learn a lot from her.”

”Yes, my lord.” The little maid nodded.

”I have said enough. It is time to go.”

Alaric grabbed his Rare Steel Sword and the custom-made mithril short sword before he left.

The two ladies followed him silently.

As soon as they stepped out of the main mansion, the warriors of House Silversword had already gathered.

However, what surprised Alaric was that Lucas was actually wearing his battle armor and it seemed that the latter planned to go with them.

”My lord, are you going with us?” Alaric stared at his father with an inquisitive look.

Lucas curled his lips as he replied. ”How could I let you venture into unknown territory without me?”