Chapter 403 The Pouch

The determination of Solorel was unwavering.

Titus fell silent. After some time, he quietly handed over the key.

In the past, it was the esteemed elders of the vampires who would make the decisions for their future. The elders were the ones who decided to invade the east back then, a decision that had cost three elders their lives and left Titus wounded, unable to recover.

Although Titus had never condensed divine mana in the past, he possessed an extraordinary magical artifact that, coupled with his stunning combat abilities, could challenge even Solorel.

But that was all in the past now.

The present Titus, without his magical artifact and his body still suffering from unrecovered wounds, was no match for Solorel, especially with the myriad of war generals under the prince's command.

Titus' strength lay merely in his long-standing experience within the vampire clan and the position of his son, who had ascended to the esteemed role of a prince.

His son, Anakin Langston, was one of the strongest among the ten princes.

Aside from Solorel, his influence and cultivation were the most formidable among the princes.

Moreover, Anakin had ventured into the mysterious Lost Ruins a decade ago, his fate unknown to all. If Anakin was still alive, his level of cultivation would be unfathomable.

However, it was equally possible that Anakin was no longer alive, leaving Titus with the task of knowing when to yield as a wise man.

After Titus had taken his leave, Solorel took possession of the ten spatial rings. They were housed within a beautiful antique brocade box.

Solorel then proceeded to the dining hall.

Inside, Jonathan and the others hadn't yet begun their meal as they patiently awaited Solorel.

Not only did Jonathan require much support from Solorel, but he also needed to hold the prince, a senior court official, in the highest regard, even if the former didn't need to depend on him.

Rising, Jonathan addressed Solorel with a warm smile, “Prince Solorel, we are all famished. Please, join us.”

Solorel came to stand beside Jonathan, then suddenly, he knelt down, bending both knees in the act of extreme reverence.

Jonathan was taken aback and hastened to lift Solorel. “Prince Solorel,” he said, flustered. “What are you doing? Please rise!”

Jonathan was genuinely shaken. With Solorel's stature and age, this act of deference was unexpected.

What was even more surprising was that he could not lift the prince.

Aurora and Walrion were equally taken aback.

Solorel spoke solemnly. “I have let you down and caused you humiliation today, Your Majesty. Please punish me!”

today, and I understand

every word he

he was holding. At this moment, he knew that

slow-growing tree, and it wasn't going to sprout overnight, not

with the brocade

these rings

Your Majesty,” said Aurora

well past two in the

Eastsummer was delightful, and the midday ambiance lent a comfortable lethargy

and the sleepiness that followed had them retreating to their respective

not afford the luxury of an afternoon nap, for Solorel was paying him a visit at

outside the palace, demonstrating an

him and, upon seeing Solorel, offered a wry smile. “Prince Solorel, you're my elder. Please dispense with the

and his subject is inviolable,” Solorel replied with a

Solorel's hand, Jonathan guided him inside, saying, “Let's discuss this

settled in the drawing room, Jonathan spoke straightforwardly.

in Solorel ensured there would be no

indeed a few matters at hand,” Solorel

a slight smile, gesturing

to your official coronation, Your Majesty. I intend to hold a grand coronation ceremony a month from

Jonathan said, “I doubt all princes will be amenable to this. They each have their territories and

consideration as well. At that time, each prince must

let out a bitter chuckle. “These men are longstanding members of the clan. Prince Solorel, I'm perplexed as to why you would be so resolute and ruthless against them to defend an outsider like

our revered ancestor. I have faith in her wisdom as she has seen millenniums pass. What could possibly escape her discerning gaze? She proclaimed that only you could lead us through the coming strife. Therefore, anyone opposing you is courting disaster for our clan, and I simply won't stand

moment, Jonathan finally understood Solorel's thoughts, and with sincerity, he said, “In light of your trust, I will not let

asking, “Do you have any other

You may arrange

second matter pertains to the treasure vault. Here is the key. You should

doesn't seem very appropriate,”

said, “Everything is yours.

Jonathan nodded and accepted the

they will present you with a comprehensive report of our financial status. How you wish to

Solorel's words that

Jonathan nodded in acknowledgment.

business pertains to tonight,” Solorel went on. “I plan to hold a meeting at your palace tonight, where I will call upon all my faithful adherents to swear their

wouldn't that cause resentment among them? Hastiness could bring about unfavorable results. Let us take

unyielding. “It is necessary

out a

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