Chapter 2808 - 1201: Scheming and Intrigue (Part 3)

Chapter 2808: Chapter 1201: Scheming and Intrigue (Part 3)

But everyone quickly shifted their gaze from his body shape to the luxury shield on his chest.

Indeed, he regarded a shield as protective armor.

It gives the impression of being just right, as if this shield was tailor-made for him.

No, it should be said the other way around.

This person’s physique seems to have grown into this shape merely for that shield.

The metal great shield can be clearly distinguished by its Mithril material, with hundreds of small diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and sapphires embedded within it. These gemstones combine to form a roaring beast-like visage, exuding infinite majesty within its ferocity.

The four dukes, who had just obtained Divine Nature Strength from Noble Saiyamofu, could see the true extraordinary nature of this shield; it was filled with rich Divine Nature Strength.

This is a Divine Artifact, a powerful Divine Artifact, whose Divine Nature Radiance even Lady Saiyamofu cannot fully match.

And how could someone who wears a Divine Artifact like armor possibly be an ordinary person?

If the information is correct, he is the top supporter by Prince Harried’s side, suspected to be a member of Shield Knights, the wealthy merchant Islam Huna.

Compared to the first two, the last person relatively pales in comparison.

Even though she possesses unparalleled beauty, an almost perfect fiery figure, and chestnut long hair that complements her black robe, as she flies, dense black mist wafts from the robe, swirling around her and making her look like a black storm.

For four dukes at this level and age, power has far surpassed beauty in its allure to them.

The lady before them is still not striking enough to garner special attention.

Thus, they have no intelligence on this chestnut-haired beauty, neither knowing her name nor her background.

But judging from her current position, her status beside Prince Harried wouldn’t be low, one of the core members.

While the four dukes were scrutinizing the other side, the other side was also assessing the four Thacel Dukes.

Three people spontaneously exchanged quick glances, seemingly each perceiving shock within, clearly they too have noticed the extraordinary essence of the four dukes.

"Walter/Zeber/Sigfried/Francis, greet Your Majesty." The four dukes first bowed deeply to Prince Harried.

"No need for such formality, please, do not stand on ceremony." Prince Harried’s handsome face was brimming with a kind smile, "It should be me, as the junior, to visit the four dukes, yet you all traveled thousands of miles to the wilderness, my mistake, my mistake!"

"I am afraid not, we were late, upon learning of Your Majesty’s movements, we should have immediately come in person to await your return, but we cherished our feathers, fearing people might think we harbor ulterior motives, we delayed again and again."

Duke Walter stated sincerely, "Until Lady Noble Saiyamofu graced Thacel, did we finally resolve, for the future of the Tesser Kingdom, our old faces were worth nothing."

The elder duke was displaying his rich experience as a perennial figure in the Tesser Kingdom’s political scene.

Both his expression gave nothing away, as if coming from the heart.

The words were impeccable, appearing apologetic while actually offering excuses, seamlessly transitioning by mentioning Noble Saiyamofu.

Having pointed out his background as well as the reason for their change in attitude.

Making the other three dukes secretly give a thumbs up, for they couldn’t accomplish such poise.

It seems Duke Walter’s skills in serving the Royal Family weren’t entirely wasted.

"Your Grace, such foreignness is unnecessary." Prince Harried had never seen such a scene, his young face was unable to hide his moved demeanor, "You are essentially the divine pillars of Tesser, even if the royal family faces extinction, the kingdom remains intact, without fragmenting, your contributions are indispensable."

Yet his words had a peculiar taste.

Unacquainted with Tesser Kingdom’s history, one might actually think he was praising the four dukes.

However, those slightly familiar with the past decades of Tesser history could taste the thick irony.

Although the Tesser Kingdom hadn’t fallen, several dukes remained high up in the court, yet the royal family was on the brink of extinction; he, as the prince, was displaced, like an abandoned dog.

Isn’t that the biggest dereliction of their duty?

Duke Walter seemed impervious to Prince Harried’s underlying meaning, replying at once, "We dare not claim the title of divine pillar, we are merely doing our utmost to maintain the kingdom’s integrity, not letting it perish in our hands, calmly awaiting the return of the royal bloodline to lead us in regrouping, restoring the kingdom’s former glory, becoming a model for the Kingdom of Humanity once more!"

The gods didn’t disappoint our efforts, finally allowing us to witness Your Majesty’s return now."

The aged duke once again deployed his linguistic artistry, while pledging allegiance, attempting to draw Prince Harried into this narrative.

This time, before Prince Harried could speak, the Shield Knight beside him amicably responded, "Your grace, I believe there has been a misunderstanding, His Majesty agreeing to meet you doesn’t imply he’s agreed to return to Thacel with you, unless you can fulfill his three conditions..."

"Our sovereign conducts diplomacy; how dare an outsider interrupt?!" Duke Francis was waiting for this moment, not allowing the other side to finish, he overtly challenged.

The white-haired old knight, despite his age, did not lack momentum, resembling a long sword drawn, a tangible atmospheric pressure aimed at the Shield Knight.

The Qi of the other three dukes was drawn in, providing a ceaseless supply of support.

The combined pressure from four people even exceeded the ferocious momentum exuded by an Ancient Giant Dragon, not to mention ordinary people; even slightly weaker-willed Transcendent Professionals would either be scared to death on the spot or fall into a state of fear, running blindly in panic.