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Chapter 403: Meeting Emperor Llane
Chapter 403: Meeting Emperor Llane
Khadgar didn't come alone this time.
Alongside him were three high-ranking powerhouses: Anduin, Thor, and Sylvanas—old acquaintances of Su Yu.
The three Legendary and one Sovereign formed a circle around Su Yu, their eyes scanning him intently.
"You're finally here!" Su Yu shut the official forum tab, visibly relieved. "We're all old friends here, so can you let me out now?"
The four exchanged glances.
Khadgar said, "Alright, I'll release you."
"But remember, Kryptonite: if you make any suspicious moves, Sylvanas will extract and seal your soul immediately. Don't say we didn't warn you!"
The nobles of the Llane Empire were terrified of Su Yu's self-destruct ability, unaware that it could only be used on the soil of the Golden Rose Kingdom. Even a Sovereign-level powerhouse like Grantex had been obliterated by Su Yu's self-destruct, and Khadgar was deeply concerned about what Su Yu might do on their territory. Thus, he had called in three high-ranking colleagues to escort Su Yu.
"Rest assured, everyone." Su Yu's face was a picture of sincerity. "I'm here to discuss a partnership. Please believe my sincerity!"
"Let's hope so," Khadgar remained unmoved, pulling out his Chicken Leg Staff and tapping it above the Arcane Seal.
The deep purple seal energy that had been pressing down on Su Yu dissipated like a gentle breeze.
Now free, Su Yu stood up, stretching his arms, legs, and neck.
He also noticed Anduin standing to his west.
Anduin's face had turned completely dark, and his golden hair had become a deep red. This appearance might even scare small children.
It seemed that in embracing the shadows, Anduin had gone even further than the original Cian.
Noticing Su Yu's gaze, Anduin said with a chilling tone, "Mr. Kryptonite, I think it's necessary to add a clause to the contract—during the contract's duration, you are forbidden to cause any form of destruction in our country. Do you agree?"
Su Yu thought for a moment and replied, "It's a minor issue. I won't come to your country, then. Now, can you take me to meet your emperor?"
"This way." Khadgar transformed into a raven and flew northwest, with Anduin and the others surrounding Su Yu and following behind.
Eight minutes later, they arrived at the Llane Palace.
Two minutes after that, Su Yu was in the main hall of the palace, face to face with the Emperor of Llane—Shawn Violet.
"Are you Kryptonite?" The emperor, seated on a high iron throne, examined Su Yu with interest.
Though he had seen Su Yu's image through magical projections, this was their first in-person meeting.
"Yes, I am Kryptonite, Your Majesty, the esteemed Emperor of Llane." Su Yu gave him a mage's bow.
Both Su Yu and the Llane Emperor were sixth-tier Sovereigns.
Thus, Su Yu stood at least 20 meters away from the emperor, and Khadgar and the others had locked him down with their auras, preventing any chance of self-destruction.
Su Yu made no rash moves, standing quietly.
Looking at the emperor, Su Yu said respectfully, "Esteemed Emperor, I sincerely represent Queen Elise Goldenrose in discussing a partnership with your country. I hope your country is interested in our proposal."
"Let's see," the Llane Emperor paused.
He replied, "I have read the letter from your empress. The Windchime Empire has indeed committed heinous acts that have angered both heaven and humanity. They should be held accountable for their actions. However—"
Emperor Lane paused for a moment before continuing, "The Windchime Empire is a reliable ally of ours. I will not betray them over this. Therefore, I must ask you to return."
With that, Emperor Lane waved his hand, signaling that he wanted Anduin to escort the envoy out.
However, Su Yu felt a great deal of relief. From Emperor Lane's words, he could read his true intentions.
In the letter from Alyssa, there was no mention of the Windchime Empire's "heinous acts." That part was Emperor Lane's own interpretation.
It was clear that he was willing to cooperate but needed a way to save face. Otherwise, if it became known that "Emperor Lane betrayed his allies for personal gain," he would be widely despised.
Since Emperor Lane needed a way out, Su Yu was more than willing to provide it.
He quickly opened the [Guild Leader Chatroom] and asked, "Everyone, what atrocities have the Windchime Empire's army committed during the war?"
Seeing Su Yu's question, the guild leaders who were online immediately responded, even Snow Leopard, who hadn't spoken in a long time, chimed in with a few words.
Based on the information provided by the guild leaders, Su Yu loudly addressed Emperor Lane:
"However, Your Majesty, the actions of the Windchime Empire's army in the Golden Rose Continent are truly despicable! For example, in the Rongke Village of Songge City, they fought with farmers over food, ultimately killing 134 unarmed peasants! In the Silver Horse Valley, they mercilessly slaughtered 55 defenseless women (omitting 1000 words)."
Su Yu spent a full ten minutes recounting the atrocities committed by the Windchime Empire's army.
By the end, even Su Yu, who had seen such things before, couldn't help but feel a surge of anger.
While it was true that feudal armies often committed heinous acts, the sheer brutality of these deeds still stirred a deep sense of indignation in him.
It seemed that this cooperation was a fortuitous coincidence, and the Windchime Empire's army indeed needed to be held accountable for their crimes.
Unlike Su Yu, Emperor Lane was accustomed to bloodshed. The casualties mentioned did not even register a ripple in his heart.
He pondered for a moment and said, "I know the Windchime Empire has done many terrible things, but as I said, they are our allies."
"Your Majesty!" Su Yu interrupted, "Opportunities are fleeting. I hope you do not let hesitation cost you a great opportunity! Moreover, I have information that in eight months, a significant event will occur in the main plane, one that will bring about a world-changing shift! If you miss this chance, it will be too late!"
"An event in the main plane? What is it?" Emperor Lane's face tightened as he asked urgently.
The significant event Su Yu referred to was, of course, the "third expansion pack release." However, he had no intention of revealing this to Emperor Lane. Instead, he calmly shook his head and said:
"Divine secrets cannot be divulged, or they lose their power. However, my predictions have always been accurate. If you don't believe me, you can verify it with the Elven Regent."
Upon hearing Su Yu's words, Emperor Lane, along with Anduin and Khadgar, nodded in agreement.
They had all heard of Su Yu's feats in the Elven Kingdom, and his predictions were indeed legendary.
"Very well!" Emperor Lane finally made his decision. "I will discuss this with my ministers and give you a formal response shortly."
(End of Chapter)
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