CHAPTER 677 THE DEVIOUS ALSTON

Just when the Crimson Dragon Army was in a dilemma, news that the Holy Sea Empire was attacking

Mont City reached the Palace City. This naturally caused an uproar among the people.

In the Grand Holy Hall

"What is going on? First, the Roaring Flame Empire attacked us. Now, Holy Sea Empire is attacking us

too. Is our Holy Dragon Empire an easy mark that every country wants to bully us?" The emperor of the

Holy Dragon Empire was outraged. He already accepted the fact that the Roaring Flame Empire

wanted to cause him trouble, but now the Holy Sea Empire wanted to destroy the Holy Dragon Empire

as well.

"We have signed a non-aggression pact with the Holy Sea Empire. No one expected the Holy Sea

Empire to break the pact. I don't understand what made them do this to us."

"Even if the Holy Sea Empire is just a small country, it has a strong economic force. For the past

several years, it has seldom engaged in wars and remained focused on building up strength and

storing up energy instead. Their troops are well-equipped, well-trained, and have a high morale. They

probably think our defense has weakened because of the Roaring Flame Empire's attack, and they

obviously want to take advantage of the situation and fish in troubled water."

"Currently, the forces of the Crimson Dragon Army have gathered at the defense line of the Timber

Deity Empire. If the Crimson Dragon Army retreats now, the previous attacks will all be in vain. But if

they don't retreat, the Holy Sea Empire will get what they want."

The ministers looked at each other and gossiped among themselves. They were all aware of the

present situation and started to panic. The disturbance caused by the Roaring Flame Empire had not

been resolved, and now the Holy Sea Empire started to stir up trouble. The Holy Dragon Empire was at

the brink of a total disaster at this point.

"Father, I have a suggestion. Maybe it can solve the serious problem we are faced with right now,"

Alston, the eldest prince, said as he stepped forward and saluted.

"Go ahead, I'm all ears," the emperor nodded and signaled to Alston to continue.

"We can mobilize 10, 000 of our soldiers to support the Mont City. Once the Mont City is safe, we can

negotiate with the Holy Sea Empire and find out what they really want. We can try to buy them off to

side and make a deal with us. In the end, they could help us deal with the Timber Deity Empire. Even if

we fail to convince the Holy Sea Empire, we can at least buy time for the Crimson Dragon Army,"

Alston suggested.

"I think the suggestion of His Royal Highness is excellent. We won't have to battle with the Holy Sea

Empire, and we can even use their army to fight the Timber Deity Empire for us. If this works, it will

lessen our burden and finish the Timber Deity Empire once and for all," exclaimed Priest Dean, who

was standing beside the emperor.

The ministers looked at each other and also agreed with Alston's plan.

"I agree. It's an excellent plan. But who should we send as an emissary? We need to send an expert in

negotiation. Shall we send Commander in Chief Lance or a special messenger?" the emperor said

after a moment of hesitation. The priority now was to ensure the success of the negotiation, and the

crucial part of the plan was the emissary that they would have to send to deal with the issue.

"Since it is my idea, I should be the one to handle it. I will go to the Crimson Dragon Group on your

behalf. My presence will show our support and respect to the army. It should also help encourage them

at this difficult time. After all, they have done a lot for the Holy Dragon Empire recently. I think we need

to reward them," Alston said with a smile. But in his heart, his real purpose was something else.

"Good! I will be more at peace knowing you will represent us in this crucial matter." The emperor

nodded without any objection.

At the break of dawn the following day, Alston left the Palace City together with a few of his confidants

and headed towards the Gehenna Border.

'You'd better wait and see, Basil. The Gehenna Border is where you will die, ' Alston thought and

flashed an evil smile.

On the third day after the Holy Sea Empire attacked the Mont City, the ten thousand soldiers that were

sent to lend support to the city finally arrived. They helped stabilize the city's defense, but the Holy Sea

Empire still maintained a strong offensive.

Meanwhile, Alston and his companions had arrived at the main camp of the Crimson Dragon Army.

The appearance of Alston caused a stir throughout the entire main camp. His arrival was unexpected.

No one ever imagined that the eldest prince of the Holy Dragon Empire, the future heir of the throne,

would be on the front line of the battle.

"Greetings, Your Royal Highness!" Lance, together with the Elite Commanders, went out to receive

them.

"Take it easy, Commander in Chief Lance." Alston smiled and put on an easy-going attitude.

"Please, come in, Your Royal Highness!" Lance bowed and gestured for Alston to enter his tent.

After everyone was seated, Lance acknowledged Alston's presence with a smile. "I did not expect you

to be at the front line, Your Royal Highness."

"The purpose of my visit is to show my father's gratitude for the Crimson Dragon Army and to deal with

the Holy Sea Empire," Alston said directly.

"I've heard about your proposal, Your Royal Highness. It is an outstanding idea. It will be a tremendous

help to our Crimson Dragon Army if we can get support from the Holy Sea Empire," Lance said as he

expressed his agreement with Alston's proposal.

"Thank you, but I don't think it will be that easy. The Holy Sea Empire will not compromise easily,"

Alston replied.

"It's good, because it will also buy us some time. I believe Rocky will soon lead the Crimson Dragon

Army to break through the defense of the Timber Deity Empire," Lance said confidently. He had

complete trust in Rocky.

"I don't think so." Alston shook his head as he rejected Lance's words.

"What do you mean, Your Royal Highness?" Lance asked with a frown.

"Considering the military forces of the Crimson Dragon Army, it's useless even if we can break through

the defense of the Timber Deity Empire. I believe the Timber Deity Empire has been preparing to fight

against our Holy Dragon Empire for a long time. Therefore, even if we break through their defense line,

I am sure that the Timber Deity Empire will not admit defeat that easily. They will fight to the very end.

Also, the Crimson Dragon Army is not in the position to determine the outcome of the battle. I don't

think they could break through the defense in a brief period. If they keep on fighting like this, it will do

no good to themselves," Alston said slowly.

"What you just said makes sense, Your Royal Highness. However, our army could crack open the

Timber Deity Empire's defense line anytime now. As long as we break through their defense line, they

will be under a lot of pressure. They may even retreat in this situation." Lance spoke out his opinion.

"It's not that simple. Do not underestimate the Timber Deity Empire. The Magic Dragon Army, who is

responsible for attacking the right wing defense of the Timber Deity Empire, still could not break

through the right wing defense with forty thousand soldiers, and they even have lost countless soldiers

already. The Timber Deity Empire is very much prepared, and we have not discussed their left wing

defense yet," Alston said seriously.

A dark shadow fell on Lance's face. Alston had a point, and his explanation was accurate. There was

no word to contradict him at this point.

"This matter has been dealt with by the Crimson Dragon Army from the very start. Now that I am being This material belongs to .

ordered by my father to deal with the matter of the Holy Sea Empire, I hope to get the command of the

entire Crimson Dragon Group. This will include the mobilization of the entire army and personnel. This

way I can have all the information that I need and deal with the situation more effectively." Lance was

taken aback by this request. Alston was asking for something beyond his imagination.

"I don't understand what you mean, Your Royal Highness," Lance said, confused. He wanted to know

why Alston asked for the command of Crimson Dragon Group. Once they surrendered the command of

the Crimson Dragon Group to Alston, everyone in the Crimson Dragon Group except Lance had to

obey Alston's orders.

"I think you know what I'm asking. I need not repeat what I said for a second time. I am hoping for your

cooperation, Commander in Chief Lance. Just think about the consequences. If we lose the Mont City,

it will devastate the Crimson Dragon Army!" Alston said as he fixed his eyes on Lance.

Lance remained at a loss for what Alston wanted to do. He could feel that something else was behind

Alston's request to command the entire Crimson Dragon Group, and it had nothing to do with the

matter of the Holy Sea Empire.