Her Graceful War Song by Summer's Blaze

Seeing the unusual behavior of the two men, Oliver grew suspicious.

He was the one in charge of the negotiations, and he had already stated that there was no need for further discussion. So, why were the two of them trying to intercept Victor? Was there a reason behind it?

Since Oliver had only assumed command after the recapture of the Southern Frontier, his subordinates were already unwilling to accept his authority. If negotiations were taken out of his hands, it would diminish his authority, which he absolutely could not accept. "Both of you, come back here," he said sharply.

He then instructed the translator, "Tell Marshal Crow that if he's not sincere about it, the negotiations will end. If he still has a desire to negotiate, then the terms I set must be accepted."

After the translator conveyed the message, Victor turned to look at Oliver. The former's face showed clear signs of impatience, though he did not appear entirely assured. Nonetheless, he did not let his guard down.

"Return to the city!" Victor ordered.

Louis and Timothy rushed forward, continuing to stand in Victor's way.

Louis bowed deeply. "Marshal Crow, Marshal Prince doesn't know Septimus personally and has no emotional attachment to him. So, he is unwilling to exchange Simonton City for him. However, we place great importance on Septimus, as he was once our comrade in arms. Please wait a little longer while we persuade our marshal."

"If you could persuade him, you would have done so by now," Victor said coldly. "And didn't the Hell Monarch already make it clear? If you don't agree to exchange Septimus for Simonton City, then there is nothing more to discuss."

not it," Louis insisted. "His Highness is already on his way to Simonton City and should arrive in

is on his way?" Victor scrutinized Louis, not missing any

earnestly. "Yes, that's right. He will arrive in a

retreated to apologize to Oliver, "Marshal Prince, please be patient. Even though we have decided to end the negotiations, it is important to maintain a facade of prolonged discussion. Otherwise, if news spreads that we gave up hastily, it could damage

Timothy aside and asked, "Tell me the truth. Where is the Hell

Rafael's mission to rescue

only say, "I'm

of him. He may have gone to Sandoria

"If you had such suspicions, why

display. If

Oliver's decisiveness, especially with the mention of Rafael. Timothy wondered if Louis could hold

at least buy Rafael more time. Today's negotiation was

guess. How could we dare to inform you of something so

that it wasn't just a guess and that the Hell Monarch was indeed on a

If Rafael succeeded, Starhaven