Chapter 378

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Chapter 378: A Letter to Master Karoso

A year and a half later, the time was September 1, 994.

Karoso’s height is now the same as the Dream Card Boss, and his body has changed a bit; the child has truly grown up, and players have watched him grow little by little.

In the past year and a half, Karoso’s progress has been remarkable.

Previously, he had an unstable foundation, but now Karoso has slowly fixed it all.

During this time, Karoso completed a few tasks suggested by netizens and attracted many talents to Canglang Province. There are people skilled in card-making, espionage, tracking, and various other professions. Karoso even recruited a tribe and brought in an eighth-tier Shaman.

Moreover, the talents recommended by netizens are either already very strong or have great potential for the future.

Last year, tensions began to rise between some small nations, and wars broke out in certain areas. Karoso’s pharmacy made a fortune because he had stockpiled a large amount of raw materials and herbs.

Thanks to the income from the pharmacy, Karoso can now support not just one, but three divisions. Grand Duke Osiris also gave Karoso a second army, so now Karoso controls two divisions of soldiers.

One division is currently stationed in Canglang Province, while the other is being trained as a navy and is sailing on the sea with Karoso.

In the past year and a half, there haven’t been any major events; after all, it is still a long way until the main storyline, as mentioned by the players, begins.

Also, Karoso could clearly feel that it was no longer possible to follow the timeline recommended by netizens.

The Pande Empire is one of the five permanent members of the council; when an empire of this level has trouble, the ripple effect is not small.

According to the story’s timeline, the world war wouldn’t start until at least the year 998, but looking at the current signs, the world war might happen in these next two years.

Right now, Karoso is finishing second grade and moving on to third grade.

Based on the game’s timeline, he and Ailina should have been married for almost three months at this point.

Clearly, this timeline version of Karoso has nothing to do with Ailina anymore.

Karoso stood on the deck, gazing at the scenery of the sea, casually chatting with the bullet comments.

[It’s been almost a year; the ninth chapter should be coming out soon, right?]

[Chapter eight’s story is so incredibly exciting.]

[I didn’t expect that Modred’s official appearance was in Chapter 8. He is stronger than the current Modred. If it weren’t for Sophia and Neymar awakening together, and Merlin landing the finishing blow, we wouldn’t have been able to win.]

[Even the ninth level became just disposable against Modred; only a few top players could put up a fight.]

[Many high-ranking members of the church died at Modred’s hands, and several of the true god churches were completely wiped out.]

[Don’t even mention the ordinary church leaders; how many people from the Church of Dawn Goddess have died? It was only because the Senate managed to trap Modred for a moment and the Divine Punishment Magical Circle appeared that we could barely injure Modred and get a chance to attack him.]

[Looking at it this way, the Blackening Card is really powerful.]

[If you don’t face the Blackening Card, you truly won’t know how strong he is.]

[It’s alright; he was still caught by us.]

[How many Exorcist Bullets did Boss Luo use?]

[It seems like he ran out.]

[Teresa, Aileen, and Celica struggled against the Blackening Card, just managing to hold Master Karoso steady.]

[It still relied on Sophia’s divine help and Neymar’s divine power.]

[Merlin revealed all of their wealth.]

[To be honest, given the battle power shown by the Blackening Card against Master Karoso, I really suspect he was captured on purpose.]

[Yes, even though it looks tough for us, I feel that with the Blackening Card’s displayed strength, he could escape anytime.]

[Isn’t this obvious? An analyst has already pointed it out.]

[It was fine when the Blackening Card was around; he kept the Kingdom of Persia’s army in check. Once he was captured, those people not only refused to surrender but also became independent and fought even harder than before.]

[Before, they were fighting for Master Karoso; now they are fighting for themselves. How could they not be fierce?]

[Not only that, but without the Blackening Card, the Church of the Lord of Eternity has also started causing trouble everywhere.]

[Isn’t it easier to handle a scattering of sand?]

[What the heck! Once Master Karoso was caught, the common enemy disappeared, and they started fighting each other. The Pande Empire declared war on Presea.]

[The world war has heated up quickly. At first, when fighting against Master Karoso, everyone worked together, but now they are all fighting for their own interests.]

[Go ahead and fight, hit each other until your brains come out!]

For the game, a major update has been released. From what players have described about the story, Karoso probably understands what the Blackening Card wants to do.

To create chaos in this world and forge a crown with blood, he cannot do it alone, not even with the entire Kingdom of Persia at stake.

At this moment, letting them kill each other is a very good choice.

First become everyone’s enemy, then ‘eliminate’ yourself as that enemy. The benefits gained from defeating this enemy will make people fight intensely.

"Huh…" Karoso didn’t pay much attention to the bullet comments about the ‘past’, but stared blankly ahead, "Aileen is more impulsive than I imagined; she has no intention of holding back at all."

"In one year’s time, the events near Shield Wind Fortress were resolved, and two months ago, the army set off toward Laria."

"At the same time, the province of Bactria, where Aileen was located, suddenly declared independence. Several nearby small countries openly declared war on the Duchy of Bactria where Aileen was, while the Pande Empire remained silent, and many rebels appeared."

"The embassies stationed in Siyuan City and Boshicheng suddenly increased their troops…"

"Now, Aileen has stirred up a hornet’s nest. With her strength, she won’t survive to reach Laria."

[Hmm, Aileen is too stubborn.]

[Luckily, she managed to organize her forces; otherwise, this situation could crush her.]

[How many skilled fighters and armies must she face?]

[Well, at least knights from various places are going to support Aileen, so she will have an extra legion.]

[No, untrained soldiers and trained soldiers are two different things.]

[Yes, when scattered soldiers fight against regular troops, even if the numbers are equal, they will break easily upon contact.]

[Those ordinary knights are like loose sand, training them to face a legion directly would take too much time.]

[This time, the old nobles have issued an extermination order against Aileen…]

[I still think that Master Karoso should not get involved in this mess.]

"In the timeline of the game, I am the spark of the world war, and up to now, I can still be." Karoso aimed his gun towards the Pande Empire, "Isis!"

"Here!"

A Nature Mage dressed in a griffin robe came to Karoso’s side.

This is an eighth-tier Nature Mage named Isis Prey, who was previously a seventh-tier and is one of the leaders of the tribe that Karoso united.

Karoso saved his life, helped heal his mount’s injuries, updated his entire card deck, and found a safe place for his tribe.

After his thoughts became clear, he advanced to the eighth tier and pledged loyalty to Karoso. The previous card set hadn’t even been tied up yet, and it was already updated. During this time, Alita was so tired that she felt like collapsing.

"How is Canglang Province doing?" Karoso smiled slightly. "Our army is almost at the waters of Pande. They must be ready to fight me soon."

"The Duke still hasn’t replied, so you can make the decision yourself," Isis whispered.

"Do you think if I declare war on the Pande Empire, I can reach the capital of Pande?" Karoso pressed a hand to the sword at his waist.

"But… the enemy is an empire, and you only have one province behind you. Plus… you only brought one division of soldiers," Isis said, not feeling good about this war. "Aren’t we here to save people?"

"There are many ways to save people, and this is one of them," Karoso said with a smirk.

[Master Karoso, is this really okay?]

[Pande is, after all, an empire.]

[That’s right, Pande’s strength can make you question your own life.]

[Even though they don’t have nine tiers, there are twelve knights at the eighth tier, and we haven’t counted the wizards from their country.]

[Moreover, if we declare war on the Pande Empire, their allies will surely come to attack Canglang Province.]

[Yes, this will involve many people, right?]

"Now is the best time. I don’t need to actually reach the royal capital; just winning one battle is enough." Karoso said, "Isis, declare war on behalf of Canglang Province against Pande!"

"Yes." Seeing Karoso’s firm decision, Isis couldn’t help but sigh inwardly, "What is the reason for declaring war?"

[A common person from Canglang Province got lost in the royal capital of the Pande Empire, so we are going to look for them.]

[We suspect that the Pande Empire has weapons of mass destruction!]

[Damn, they really do.]

"We in Canglang Province have discovered traces of a Death Knight. That organization claims it comes from the royal capital of the Pande Empire, and I suspect there are associates of Benson in the Pande Empire’s royal capital. For the sake of humanity, I must find out the truth," Karoso whispered.

"Yes!" Isis went to do it.

Even without this declaration of war, the navy of the Pande Empire would surely attack Karoso’s army, that is certain.

Coming in such a grand way with battleships, without involving the Presea Empire and without any major events like a year and a half ago, is undoubtedly a recipe for disaster.

No matter how reasonable Karoso’s reasons may seem, he is still provoking an empire.

"By the way, Master Karoso, an old player wrote you a letter on the forum."

"Oh?" Karoso raised an eyebrow.

[Let’s block out the others; I’ll read it to Master Karoso.]

Soon, Karoso followed the bullet comment’s instructions to block the other bullet comments.

[Master Karoso, I have been watching you from the very beginning; it’s been about two years, hasn’t it?]

[I am part of the story team and also the strategy team. My ID is ‘Sophia my wife.’ I remember I once helped Master Karoso with a card.]

[Well, my thesis is still in this world, right? I can say I have made a name for myself in another world.]

[When I first saw you, I was in my second year of university, and I had a lot of time every day.]

[I really enjoy studying games, exploring the story, and I really like watching you.]

[Besides studying, I only do these three things.]

[Don’t be fooled by how I look; my grades in my major are quite good, but I do have a little trouble with some subjects, hahaha.]

[Over these two years, I taught you how to increase Neymar’s favor, Teresa’s favor, and 『』’s favor. Actually… I don’t even have a girlfriend. Who would like someone who studies games all day?]

[I have had a very fulfilling two years.]

[Watching you grow little by little, changing from that dark boss card to what you are now, truly makes me very happy.]

[Although it is not exactly as I hoped, it is like parents with their children; how can a child completely grow into what their parents wish?]

[In a thousand people’s eyes, there are a thousand versions of you. At least you are happy and joyful now, knowing what you want to do, and for me, that is enough.]

[I know that some people admire your actions, some support you, and some do not approve. For example, when dealing with certain problems, you can never satisfy everyone. In the past, because you seemed so weak, I sometimes felt frustrated and hoped you would become powerful and conquer everything, but I know you have many responsibilities, and you tread carefully in many situations.]

[Your carefulness makes many people uncomfortable.]

[So, over the past two years, fewer elders have stayed, and those who remain by your side truly like you.]

[Fortunately, as some elders leave, new people join, and many are still willing to be by your side.]

[Also, you are getting stronger, and I believe you can show a better side of yourself.]

[Phew, that’s too much talking.]

[When I first saw you, I was a sophomore, and now I am a senior and have started working at a game company as a writer.]

[I earn very little money, work hard every day, and often get scolded by my boss…]

[Everyone says our generation is changing the workplace, but I really can’t do those things. If I lose my job, I’ll just have to go home. I don’t want to go back to my hometown, and I don’t want to see the disappointment in my parents’ eyes. When I have more skills, I’ll find a way to leave this terrible company.]

[Every day, besides working, I also make guides for games and stream them. During the streams, I boldly ask for small gifts. I don’t earn much, but it adds a little to my income.]

[I also create videos analyzing stories, and I earn a little from that too.]

[I really want to be a popular content creator, earning money through ads and views, but unfortunately, I’m still too ordinary.]

[Before, I was all about studying, playing games, and watching you; every day was very fulfilling.]

[Now, every day is work, and my hobby has turned into my job; I feel very miserable.]

[By the time I finish all these things, I truly have no time or energy to watch you anymore; I can fall asleep in bed without even washing my face.]

[You have your own life, and it is exciting. You can stand against the whole world; what you need to do is something great that will change everything.]

[I want to walk with you until the end, but now I have to focus on my life.]

[I can’t join you in your excitement anymore, chat with you, or teach you how to chase girls.]

[I can no longer help you explore new cards, sort out the story, or find easy things to do.]

[Master Karoso, I’m sorry, I can only check your updates on the forum occasionally; I need to return to my life.]

[I hope everyone can take my place and keep Master Karoso company, witnessing his success.]

[When you succeed, I will return to congratulate you and cheer for you.]

[I wish you great success in your endeavors.]