Chapter 384: Chapter 314: The Young Dragons’ Revenge Plan (Part 3)
However, not long after the old king was buried, on the eve of the crown prince’s formal coronation.
This silent General, who seemed to accept fate and show no interest in the throne, suddenly launched an event that shocked the entire Federation with a force like a thunderbolt.
Blood was spilled in the court, fratricide and usurpation took place.
"The whole process is full of too many puzzling doubts."
Galos calmly analyzed: "As the core powerful nation of the Federation, the court’s heartland must be stationed by Legendary Powerhouses, and covered by an important Magic Barrier."
"The crown prince who was about to ascend was surely surrounded by the most elite guard forces, watched and protected by countless eyes."
"As for the second prince... how did he manage to complete the fratricide and usurpation under the heavy protection of the Forbidden Guard and under the noses of those Legendary Powerhouses? After succeeding, how did he swiftly stabilize the situation, intimidate all potential opponents, especially those Legendary Powerhouses who supported the crown prince, ascend to the throne smoothly, and avoid triggering a large-scale civil war?"
A series of questions swirled in Galos’s mind.
He pondered for a moment, then asked: "What role did Crystal Princess Alina play in this?"
Iron Dragon Solrog’s response was tinged with caution: "Gordon stated that during the bloody moment of the coup, the Crystal Princess was not present in the court, so she was unaware of the most core, specific details of the assassination process. However..."
Solrog conveyed the information: "...her relationship with the second prince has always been rather close."
"In her very youth, she frequently expressed admiration for this brother who could fight for the country on the frontlines, even expressing thoughts to Gordon of envying the second prince’s military career."
"After the usurpation event, she was also one of the earliest royal members to clearly state her support for the second prince’s succession."
Immediately, Iron Dragon continued: "After the fierce new king ascended, in the name of the Saint King’s Descendant and maintaining the Federation’s unity and stability, he declared full-scale war against the Ripos Kingdom, escalating the original proxy war to a kingdom war."
"During this period, the cooperation and trade with the Crystal Princess did not stop. Instead, it became more frequent and urgent after Gordon awoke. She repeatedly contacted us through Gordon, promising richer rewards than before, aiming to commission the Dragon Group to strike against the logistics bases and various camps that Ripos Kingdom had established in the wilderness."
The voice paused for a moment, then Iron Dragon said: "However, considering that you have not yet awakened, and the Dragon Group lacks a unified core will, I let Gordon refuse these commissions temporarily by saying that all core members of the Dragon Group are in the Sleep Stage."
Galos narrowed his eyes slightly, with a sharp glint flashing in his Dragon Eyes.
"Next time she makes a similar commission, you may agree to it."
He made a decision.
With the deteriorating environment of the Border Area and depleted resources; and the Federation’s control over the wilderness at its lowest point; plus, now that he is awake.
The time has come.
The Molten Iron Tribe’s march and expansion into the Sel Wilderness is about to officially begin!
The gaze of the Red Iron Dragon reflected the banquet’s flames, as if seeing the forthcoming burning of the Sel Wilderness.
"And one more thing." Solrog changed the subject.
"Nick requests an audience."
Nick, who once was a downtrodden and humble small merchant, is now a crucial follower who controls a large Gem Merchant Group and plays a critical role in the development of the Molten Iron Tribe.
"Mortal life is ultimately too short."
Galos recalled this old attendant: "He has no professional talent, just a common person, already nearing the end of his life."
He remembered the promise he once made to Nick.
When the other had the determination to go all out and face death to survive, he would grant him the opportunity to transform into a Dragon Vein Creature, extending his life and loyalty.
However, the risk of Dragon Vein Transformation is extremely high, a real problem also arises.
"Once Nick passes away, the Gem Merchant Group he established might experience turmoil and a power vacuum."
"He is a rare wise man, understanding the times, and his loyalty has been tested."
"But what about his successor? I cannot guarantee that his successor will be as smart, as loyal, or understand my will as he does, to continue to work efficiently for me."
Galos silently weighed the pros and cons in his heart.
After thinking it over, he glanced at a certain noisy corner of the banquet.
Green Dragon Ludwig and Black Dragon Seraphina’s two huge heads were close together, like plotting conspirators.
Even though the banquet was lively and noisy, and their voices were very low, Galos still caught some fragmented words.
[White Scales] [Four Against One] [Must Avenge] [Disgrace] [Insult]
There was no need to listen any further. Combining the juvenile dragons’ past encounters and the excitement gleaming in their eyes, Galos instantly discerned their conspiratorial thoughts.
Clearly.
As they gradually mature, with ecological niches steadily elevating and the gap with the White Dragon narrowing, these juvenile dragons are no longer willing to endure the humiliation and suppression from the adult White Dragon Trish and are secretly plotting a revenge action from below.
As for the center of the storm.
What was the adult White Dragon Trish doing?
Her massive, snow-white body was comfortably sprawled on a hill made of frozen meat and ice blocks, grabbing a frozen bighorn sheep with her enormous left claw, drinking copious amounts of honey wine with her right claw, while having a small white dragon massage her claw.
She seemed entirely unaware of the juvenile dragons’ plans, completely immersed in the joyful atmosphere of the banquet.
