“You’re all asking for trouble!” Billy continued, his tone icy as he surveyed the group.
“Hmm?” Linda’s eyes betrayed a hint of surprise. “Commander Gardner, what are you implying?”
“I’ll offer you a chance. Disclose the whereabouts of the other Northfortian infiltrators in Glavale, and maybe I’ll spare your lives,” Billy said sternly.
Night Orchid had just received a call from Harlan Holmes. The Capital Defense Bureau had discovered another group of Northfortian warriors that had entered Glavale in the last couple of days. Initially dismissed as routine foreign arrivals, this group vanished shortly after entering the city, catching their attention. Harlan suspected they might be targeting Commander Gardner, especially since he had just arrived in the capital.
“I don’t know what Commander Gardner is talking about,” Linda said, regaining her composure.
“You wouldn’t say?” Billy squinted, turning to Bob. “What’s the punishment for foreign warriors infiltrating Glavale with malicious intent?”
“Death penalty!” Bob responded emphatically.
Billy pointed at Linda and instructed, “Except for her, the others are to be executed!”
Anyone from Northfortia attempting to infiltrate Glavale would face severe consequences. Billy had no qualms about taking decisive action against them, given the history of conflicts and provocations.
“Yes, Commander!” Bob and Ian nodded in unison.
“Humph! Arrogant!” Jaden sneered. “If you think Northfortia is like those small countries around Glavale, letting you do as you please, you’re wrong! We are here on a diplomatic visit, and if you act recklessly, Northfortia’s warriors will level the capital of Glavale.”
“Idiot! Does Northfortia hold itself in such high regard? We’ve been defeating your Northfortian warriors!” Ian interrupted, not holding back. Without hesitation, Ian launched an attack, slashing his blade toward Jaden.
“You want to die! I’ll make it happen!” Jaden, incensed, retaliated, raising his hand to counter the attack.
The two then engaged in a fierce battle, each unleashing their full strength, eager to end the fight swiftly.
“Come on, weren’t you very eager just now? I’ll spar with you a bit!” Bob looked at the man who spoke earlier. Before the words had even settled, he drew his sword and launched an attack. He had no good feelings towards the people from Northfortia. If it weren’t for worrying about causing trouble for Billy, he would have taken action yesterday.
“You’re asking for death!” The man roared as well, raising his hand and sending several powerful palm winds towards Bob.
Meanwhile, Stout grinned and declared, “Northfortia’s lackeys, let me send you to your demise!” With those words, he swiftly moved, generating gusts of wind with both hands.
Night Orchid, Crescent Moon Saber in hand, wasted no time. She charged toward the remaining Northfortian men, her aura intensifying sharply. With one powerful strike, she left deep cuts on two of them.
After a few curses from the Northfortian men, they retaliated, surrounding Night Orchid.
The council hall transformed into a battleground, thanks to the spacious layout of the Central Sky Office. If not for the ample space, they wouldn’t have been able to engage in such intense combat.
The two white-haired old men, who were behind Linda, swiftly followed her, ensuring her safety. Any harm to the princess would mean they had failed their mission in Glavale.
“Commander Gardner, you’ve gone too far. Have you considered the consequences?” Linda spoke coldly, taking a deep breath.
“Do you truly wish to incite war between Northfortia and Glavale?!” She hadn’t expected that Billy would openly attack Northfortia.
Their group had submitted proper documents for a diplomatic visit. By taking such action, Billy was disregarding international conventions, providing Northfortia with a pretext to declare war on Glavale.
“You have one last chance!” Billy spoke calmly.
Disclose the identities of the infiltrators, and he might spare their lives. Otherwise, they all faced death.
“I don’t know what you’re talking about. The people from Northfortia who came to Glavale this time are only us. You…” Linda’s brows furrowed again.
“In that case, it’s settled.” Billy turned to Ivy. “Ivy, she’s your responsibility. Make her reveal the others.”
“You dare!” One of the white-haired old men angrily spoke, his aura immediately surging with killing intent.
“Don’t make noise. Isn’t your target me?” Billy glanced at the ongoing battle in the hall and walked toward the door. “If you two want to take action, I’ll give you a chance. Let’s find a different place. The space here is limited.” He roughly assessed the situation, confident that Ian and the others would dominate the battle within five minutes.
“Your Highness, let’s go outside together!” The old man said and exchanged a glance with his companion.
“Okay!” Linda took a deep breath and followed them.
Ivy, after observing the situation in the hall, turned and walked toward the door.
Before long, the five of them arrived at an open martial arts arena on the west side of the Central Sky Office’s courtyard. Along the way, many members of Central Sky Office heard the commotion and rushed out. Each was eager to support the council hall. However, Billy stopped them. These members were all below the War Emperor realm and wouldn’t be of much help. Sending them in would only increase unnecessary casualties.
“Commander Gardner, you’ve gone too far. Regardless of the outcome today, you must be prepared to face the wrath of Northfortia!” Linda looked at Billy from a distance, speaking with a cold tone.
“I’ll accompany you at any time!” Ivy responded without waiting for Billy’s reply. After a brief pause, she continued, “You mentioned earlier that you wanted to spar with Billy. Come on, I’ll accompany you. As long as you can take one of my strikes, I’ll let you leave here alive!”