Volume 4 Chapter 93

Volume 4 + Chapter 93: The Chase

“Scott, you treacherous scoundrel!!” Xia Yi unleashed her true dragon form, and the silver dragon appeared within everyone’s sight.

This was the first time everyone had seen the Silver Dragon Princess’s true dragon form.

“Oh? Are you trying to intimidate me with this appearance?”

Scott wore an expression of disdain.

“It’s useless, Your Highness. This is not the Dragon royal palace. There’s no one here who will indulge you.”

“You dare lay a hand on me? I am the daughter of the Silver Dragon Queen, Xia Lulu! If you dare touch me, your head… no, the heads of your entire nine clans will all roll on the ground!!”

The silver dragon bared her sharp teeth, seemingly trying to suppress Scott by invoking Xia Lulu’s name.

However, Scott was completely unmoved.

“Hmph, you truly can’t discern the situation at all. We are in the midst of a rebellion.”

“Rebellion…?”

“Yes, I have already joined forces with Leonard. The two of us will take control of the Far North Lands together, carve out our own territory here. Right now, our goal is to kill you, raise our banner, and establish our dominance!”

After uttering these words, Scott felt an indescribable sense of relief.

Especially after witnessing Xia Yi’s stunned expression.

Having been a submissive turtle for so long, all his pent-up frustration was released in one breath.

Satisfying, so satisfying!!

“Scott, you ungrateful wretch!!” Xia Yi cursed.

“Hahaha!! Do you even understand what you’re saying? The Dragon royalty pushed the Taylor family to the brink. We had no choice but to cooperate with Leonard. Otherwise, it wouldn’t be long before we were all devoured by the greedy Dragon royalty, dare you deny this?!”

“…”

Xia Yi fell silent, rendered speechless by the retort.

While the two were locked in confrontation, the Northern Rebellion Army had already arrived, completely blocking the Northern Pacification Army’s retreat.

In this extreme blizzard weather, with navigation provided by the specialized alchemical creatures, there were only two routes to choose from.

One led to the Northern Mines, the other to Yahl City.

But now, both paths were dead ends.

This was Scott’s plan.

He had Leonard send troops in advance to set up an ambush on the road to Yahl City. Then, he himself delivered the intelligence to Xia Yi, making her believe she could easily annihilate the Northern Rebellion Army, prompting her to set out on the campaign.

Once she left, it was destined to be a trap, resulting in the current situation.

“It seems you have nowhere left to run, Silver Dragon Princess!”

Leonard was already growing excited.

Pulling down the lofty Dragon royalty and executing them—could anything be more exhilarating?

“Your Highness, I advise you not to resist. Just accept your death gracefully,” Scott couldn’t resist taunting. “After all, your status is so noble, unmatched by anyone. Wouldn’t it be disgraceful to die in an undignified manner, right?”

“Scott, I’ll give you one final chance. Submit to me now, and on behalf of the Dragon royalty, I can let bygones be bygones for everything past!” Xia Yi shouted.

“What a delusional, foolish Silver Dragon Princess, still dreaming your grandiose dreams here! There’s no one left to protect you now!”

Scott seemed to want to vent all his resentment, roaring at the top of his lungs:

“Attack together! Anyone who can kill the Silver Dragon Princess and claim her head will have all their sentences pardoned!”

Once these words were spoken, the emotions of the convicted criminals within the army were completely ignited.

Criminals stained with blood were the most formidable in combat, to survive, they were capable of anything.

Thus, this army possessed the fiercest fighting strength.

From the very beginning, Scott had understood this. As for the miners the Northern Mines would need in the future…

It didn’t matter. Whether it was capturing northern civilians and forcing them to mine, or defeating other armies in war and using prisoners for the arduous labor—anything that could maintain the Northern Mines’ operation would suffice.

“Kill!”

“The Dragon Princess must die!”

“Kill her, and we’ll be free! No more mining!!”

Both Scott’s forces and Leonard’s forces launched their charge. Every single one of them had bloodshot eyes.

Magic, dragon breath, or flying arrows—all aimed at Xia Yi alone.

Seeing this, the Northern Pacification Army hesitated.

Everyone thought no one would help Xia Yi, but then one dragon charged forward, unleashing their true dragon form, actually using their own body as a shield to withstand the first wave of attacks.

“All of you, back off! Don’t come near Her Highness! If you want to harm the Princess, you’ll have to get past me, Chelsea, first!!”

It was actually Chelsea!

Even Xia Yi hadn’t expected this and was quite surprised.

“Chelsea, are you seeking death?” Scott sneered. “Besides costing you your life, what’s the point of this?”

“Shut up! You are a traitor to the Dragon royalty!”

Chelsea was already injured, looking unsteady, but his voice remained furious.

“Scott, I’ve long despised you! A shameless dog of a thing! The thought of having to work under scum like you in the future makes me sick! I’ve had enough! Rather than be a coward for a lifetime, I’d rather be a warrior for a minute!!”

“A mantis trying to stop a chariot. You won’t last even a second, understand?”

“I will not yield…”

Even injured, Chelsea intended to fight to the end.

Xia Yi pondered for a moment. If they stayed here any longer, Chelsea would surely die.

Besides, the timing was about right.

The silver dragon suddenly took flight, plunging into the heart of the blizzard.

“Those who still believe in the Dragon royalty, follow me!”

“Is she insane?”

Everyone’s eyes widened.

What difference was there between this and seeking death?

Voluntarily flying into the blizzard without the navigation of specialized alchemical creatures was certain death.

Without a second thought, Chelsea was the first to follow.

Some dragons within the Northern Pacification Army had been moved by Chelsea’s earlier actions. After consideration, they too were unwilling to collude with these people.

Thus, a very small number of soldiers also unleashed their true dragon forms and followed Xia Yi.

“After them!”

Scott and Leonard issued the command almost simultaneously.

After all, the Silver Dragon Princess’s head held immense significance, it had to be obtained personally.

Moreover, their armies all had specialized alchemical creatures for navigation. Should any problems arise, they could always return safely.

These soldiers all wanted to claim that head. Seizing this opportunity would guarantee their rise to power!

“Kill! Kill! Kill!”

The fierce dragons all rushed to give chase, plunging into the blizzard together.

…

Within the blizzard, the remnants of the Northern Pacification Army fled following Xia Yi, with the traitors in pursuit behind.

At this moment, no one noticed the massive shadow of a beast gradually appearing high in the sky. Through the veil of snow, it quietly looked down upon the lives below.