This wasn’t just for Lucy or the Mitra Kingdom, but also for Shien.
“His identity has been exposed. He’ll definitely face many challenges,” Lucy said, looking at Ancil, “I don’t want this country to abandon him, or worse, turn against him.”
Lucy clearly stated her stance.
“But, Your Highness, the Demon Race…” Charl wanted to say something.
But Lucy interrupted her.
“I don’t care about other factions,” she said decisively, “I just want to tell you, I will stand by him. If the Kingdom fears the Demon Race, then stay out of it.”
Even if the Kingdom didn’t support Shien, Lucy would follow him without hesitation.
“Consider this a warning,” Lucy said bluntly, “I don’t want to be an enemy of my own country. Don’t force me.”
These words made Ancil and the others’ expressions change slightly.
After saying this, Lucy turned and left without hesitation. She had made her stance clear to her family and her country. This was ruthless, cold, even rebellious.
But this was Lucy’s choice.
Therefore, she left resolutely, unable to stay.
“Sigh…” Ancil sighed.
“What should we do, Father?” Lia asked after hesitating.
“What are your thoughts?” Ancil asked her back.
Lia’s stance was also firm.
“Like Lucy, I want to stand by him,” she said softly.
Although surprised by Shien’s true identity, Lia didn’t forget that he was her benefactor, the one who recognized her worth. She had sworn to support Shien and Lucy, and her resolve hadn’t changed.
“Good,” Ancil nodded, “In that case, let’s gamble on that lad.”
Ancil’s stance was also firm. He was human, a Hero descendant, the King of this Hero’s Kingdom, and a supporter of Heroes. His choice was obvious.
“Issue an order. From now on, closely monitor all movements of the Demon Race, especially the Demon Embassy. Report any activity, and intervene if anything unusual happens.” Ancil looked at Aldia, “You personally handle this, Aldia.”
“Yes,” Aldia nodded firmly.
…
Tegor Forest, Elven Homeland.
Sophie was speechless upon receiving the news.
“How could this be?”
“He… he’s actually a Hero?”
Leia and Nia were also shocked, unable to believe it.
The members of the Elven Corps were also present, equally stunned.
“A Hero…” Carol was speechless.
“Impossible…” Jenom had repeated these words countless times.
After a long silence, Sophie finally spoke.
“No wonder Goddess Nadue favored him so much…” She felt complicated emotions.
“Your Majesty…”
“What should we…?”
Leia and Nia were hesitant and unsure what to say.
Sophie looked at them, pondered for a moment, then said,
“Although this is surprising, Shien Buztout is a friend recognized by our Elven Race. If this friend is also the Hero admired by humanity for countless years, then we don’t need to hesitate.”
Sophie stood up.
“Issue an order.”
“Tell the children of the Elven Race to be prepared for battle.”
“Remember, closely monitor the Demon Race’s movements.”
Hearing Sophie’s order, everyone present lowered their heads and agreed.
…
Situations similar to those in the Mitra Kingdom and the Elven Homeland occurred in various countries of the Human Realm that day.
An indescribable tension filled the entire Human Realm.
A storm was brewing.
While the various nations of the Human Realm discussed and decided on their stance regarding the Hero, the Divine Realm and the Demon Realm also took action.
In the Divine Realm, the Three Goddesses gathered.
Lildas immediately confronted Anima and Nadue.