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Adrian had also brought a cannon with him, though it had to remain outside the city for now. It couldn’t be transported in just yet. This cannon, an improvement on the red canon of Nerathia, was the same one that had destroyed Everett’s courtyard back then.

In a few days, nearly all the martial factions that had been invited to Adrian’s birthday banquet would arrive, each disguised in various ways. Knowing that martial artists would be thoroughly questioned at the city gates, they all decided to change their appearances completely.

Adrian had specifically chosen people from Coldmoon Guild to keep watch at the Capital Guard headquarters and Hell Monarch Estate in shifts.

There was a reason for this. The people from Coldmoon Guild rarely moved within the martial world, and they seldom visited the capital. Nicholas‘ men likely had never encountered them, which made them perfect for keeping Carissa safe without drawing suspicion.

Adrian was certain that Nicholas‘ next move would be to target Carissa’s life. His predictions had always been accurate aside from the rare misstep.

At the Glimmering Tower, Adrian hosted a banquet, offering food and drink to all. The serious discussions, of course, would take place privately.

“We won’t concern ourselves with anything else for now,” he began, addressing those at the table. “First, we must ensure the safety of my apprentice. As for what happens next, we’ll just have to wait and see.”

with the royal court’s affairs. He wasn’t eager to do so either, but when he had taken

She moved daily between the Hell Monarch Estate and the Capital Guard,

issued orders to punish several individuals, even reprimanding the Quinton family. Despite these efforts, there were still those who repeatedly brought

influenced by the situation, began to emphasize the importance of the kingdom’s

shouting at Carissa, The kingdom’s succession is important, but isn’t

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them continue arguing among themselves. Let them shout all they want. We should stay steady in

sighed. “I worry, though. His Majesty’s health is poor. If he gets angry now and is forced to name Connor as Crown Prince, there will be whispers about his incompetence and arrogance. Those who plot against us will claim that His Majesty is senile, and then they will have a reason to

this time,” Carissa said. “His health is failing, and if he rushes to name

be too concerned,

man of action. After venting his frustrations, he headed straight to the armory

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living and working at the Ministry of Defense. He often said he didn’t know much, yet when

been marked by sudden downpours lately, with floodwaters rising. The riverworks project was nearing completion. The reservoir was finished, and the last stretch of