Crisis At Dragon Valley

“Just a little brat,” Senma commented as Toruch was dragged out of the castle by a few rune knights, “Tch, no strength to match that ambition. That being said, do you really want to fight the Sacred Tree Empire right now?”

Richard shook his head, “They would have declared war directly if they were able to. They’re probing for any signs of weakness.”

“And what if he really does go back and convince the Empire to send its army?” she frowned.

“Then we just force them back!” Richard grinned.

“Sigh. Another war? Don’t you have enough on your plate already?”

*Thud! Thud! Thud!* Fate seemed to be in line with Senma’s thinking today. Hasty footsteps sounded outside the hall as a mage barged in, not even bothering to regain his balance before he started speaking, “YOUR GRACE! EMERGENCY...