Chapter 101: The Princess's Affection Increases, Main Quest - 14th Ring
Chapter 101: The Princess's Affection Increases, Main Quest - 14th Ring
Deep within the manor, Su Yu found himself standing before Princess Aliza.
Aliza had apparently just taken a bath, dressed in a simple, snow-white robe. Her iconic headpiece was nowhere to be seen, and her hair fell loosely over her shoulders, giving her a more casual, almost neighborly appearance.
She sat in the main seat of the hall, cradling her cat, Morning Star, in her arms. Her expression was one of weariness.
"Your Highness, you summoned me so late. Is there something important?" Su Yu asked, bowing respectfully as he entered the hall.
"You're here!" Aliza's spirits lifted slightly at the sight of Su Yu. She stood from her seat and slowly approached him. Morning Star, the cat, opened its eyes and, with a flick of its paw, a translucent barrier enveloped Su Yu and Aliza.
Su Yu recognized the barrier immediately. It was a Soundproof Shield. Clearly, the princess had something important to discuss.
...
Aliza walked up to Su Yu and stopped just a meter away from him. This was the first time Su Yu had been so close to her. He could even feel her breath.
However, she remained silent, standing before him and looking at him with her large, blinking eyes.
Su Yu found her behavior strange. What was going on with the princess today? Had she suddenly taken a liking to him?
No, that was impossible. Her affection hadn't increased.
So, why was she acting this way? Su Yu couldn't figure it out, so he decided to stop guessing. He stood still, maintaining his respectful posture.
...
After about a minute, Aliza finally sighed softly. "Too weak."
"Too weak? What do you mean by that?" Su Yu let out a breath of relief. At least she was speaking now.
"Your strength is too weak," Aliza said, turning to face away from Su Yu and walking slowly back to her seat. "If you could reach the Fifth Rank, you might be able to provide me with more significant support."
"Everyone's strength grows over time," Su Yu replied with a smile. "I may be weak now, but just like a lowly caterpillar will eventually break free from its cocoon and become a butterfly, one day I will stand at the pinnacle of the world, looking down upon this land!"
Uh, that sounded a bit too dramatic, Su Yu thought to himself, quickly reflecting on his words.
But at that moment:
Chime! [Princess Aliza's] Affection +2, Affection Level: Indifferent.
Chime! Congratulations, you have gained 3 points of World Renown.
Su Yu was taken aback. He hadn't expected his somewhat dramatic words to actually earn the princess's affection. And more than that:
"Princess Aliza's affection increase comes with World Renown! Tina, you should see this!"
He thought of Tina, who was far away in Oran City. If Tina's affection increase also granted World Renown, he would have already secured a territory, a wife, and a family.
Wait, he didn't have a wife. Su Yu's mind wandered.
...
Aliza sat back down in her seat and said, "Crusher, what are your thoughts on the negotiations this morning?"
Only now did she start discussing the real matter at hand. Hearing her mention the morning negotiations, Su Yu relaxed. At least he had thoroughly analyzed the entire process.
If he, like other players, only focused on completing quests without paying attention to the plot, he might not be able to answer correctly, and the princess's newly improved favor might drop.
Su Yu organized his thoughts and presented his hypothesis:
"Based on my analysis, Your Highness, you are buying time. On one hand, to allow the Forest City army to gather, and on the other hand—"
"Not only you, Duke Seaver is also buying time. He plans to—"
"Coincidentally, Duke Lantilus is also stalling. If my judgment is correct, he will attack you again on your way back to Golden Rose City."
Su Yu laid out his complete analysis.
As he spoke, the princess's eyes gradually lit up, and she showed a look of admiration.
Although Su Yu lacked strength, his analytical skills were undeniable. Her actions and intentions matched Su Yu's analysis perfectly. Could this be the power of a scholar of prophecy?
Catspawn Morningstar also poked her little head out from the princess's arms, looking at Su Yu.
This human looks young, but he seems to have some skills.
Perhaps he could be useful in the future...
...
After hearing Su Yu's analysis, the princess nodded in agreement:
"Yes, as you thought, we are indeed buying time."
"How long do you plan to stall?"
"Preferably for half a month," the princess replied. "After half a month, the Forest City forces will be assembled, and my goal will be achieved."
"Half a month?" Su Yu rubbed his chin, deep in thought.
Half a month wasn't too long.
But it would be enough for Duke Lantilus to prepare.
When they return to Golden Rose City, a major battle will surely ensue, and the difficulty will be much higher than last time.
The princess, unaware of Su Yu's thoughts, continued:
"But the problem is, we can't just sit idle for half a month... Kryptonite, can I trust you?"
"Of course, I am always your most loyal ally," Su Yu responded immediately.
"Excellent! Then let me tell you the real reason I called you here."
The princess slowly explained:
"Actually, ever since we entered the city, we have been under Duke Seaver's strict surveillance, making it difficult for me to communicate with my informants in Maple City."
"But you are different. You are an interdimensional adventurer, and you might have methods we don't know about to avoid Duke Seaver's surveillance. I need your help to deliver this letter to a man named Colin Filer at 213 Green Valley Street."
As she spoke, the princess picked up a beautifully packaged letter from the side table.
"Ding! Your main quest has been updated! [Glory of the Golden Rose Empire (14/100)]."
"Quest requirement: Deliver the princess's letter to Colin Filer at 213 Green Valley Street."
"Quest reward: [Basic Energy Potion (Gold)] x1, 500 experience points."
"A golden potion!" Su Yu's eyes lit up.
The [Basic Energy Potion] is a universal recovery potion made from psychic energy.
Mages can use it to restore mana, warriors to restore rage, and similarly, other classes can benefit from it.
Most importantly, the potion can be brought back to the real world!
Anything that can be brought back to the real world is definitely valuable.
"Very well, Your Highness, I will complete the task," Su Yu said earnestly.
"Good, I'll wait for your news," the princess nodded.
(End of Chapter)
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