Great Nobleman.

Chapter 2079 Admitting defeat now? Don't you think it's a little too late?

Just as Stella had said, Evelyn came looking for her very soon after receiving the news.

The knight golem hadn't even left Stella's office yet.

After a few brief pleasantries and small talk, Evelyn began to speak seriously about his evacuation:

"Bernard, you should already know the situation."

At this time, the vast majority of our people in the Emerald Realm have already evacuated and headed south.

You should leave as soon as possible.

The bait plan didn't need you in the first place; your presence here only increases the risk.

Upon hearing this, the Knight Golem shook its head and said:
"Your Majesty the Dragon Emperor, I am not an ordinary citizen who needs protection."

On the contrary, ordinary enemies are no match for me, and I have enough skills to protect myself on the battlefield.

Your Majesty, there is no need to worry about my safety.

Furthermore, the enemy's army is currently blocked at the northernmost tip of the [Fairy Lake Domain].

Those who have infiltrated our Emerald Realm are nothing but lowly scoundrels.

Let's see when they can cause us any trouble!

Hearing this, he tried to persuade the knight golem for a long time with a heavy heart, but he couldn't change the knight golem's mind.

Evelyn, looking exasperated, instructed the knight golem to stay in the Dragon Palace and not wander off before leaving Stella's office.

Seeing Evelyn leave, the knight golem was also preparing to go back.

However, looking at Stella with a slight upturn at the corner of her mouth in front of her...

The knight golem suddenly asked with some curiosity:
"What are your plans? Are you going to leave in a few days?"

Stella shook her head, then said firmly:
"The Emerald Realm is my home, and I will not leave until the very end."

Besides fighting, I can also stay and help Lady Evelyn with logistical matters.

In addition, many people in the Dragon Palace made the same choice as me.

We will defend the Emerald City to the very last moment before we have no choice but to evacuate.

The knight golem suddenly realized:
"No wonder Lady Evelyn is so troubled; it turns out you're the ones causing her trouble."

After a moment of stunned silence, Stella quickly added with some displeasure:
"What do you mean? Aren't you one of the troublemakers too?"

The knight golem shook its head, then said calmly:

"I stayed because I am strong enough and capable of dealing with all kinds of dangers."

Rather, it was not based on emotions that led to irrational choices.

Besides, my hometown isn't here!

As he said this, under Brand's control, the knight golem slowly rose to its feet.

His tall and imposing figure immediately choked Stella's words of rebuttal, leaving her with the illusion that she dared not speak her anger.

—The Knight Golem already proved its combat power when the Emerald City was attacked last time!
Recalling that scene, Stella was filled with resentment, but she ultimately watched the knight golem leave in a huff without saying a word.

She then sighed helplessly and buried herself in the official documents in front of her to continue processing them.

She understood what Bernard was saying, but they weren't mindless golems or puppets, so how could they possibly remain rational all the time?

In fact, Brand understood Stella's thoughts at a glance.

That's what they mean by "it's hard to leave one's homeland"!
Back when their continent of Farns faced invasions from foreign enemies, similar incidents were commonplace, so he didn't intend to say much more.

Besides, what's wrong with protecting your hometown?

Their only mistake was that they were too weak!
Of course, this courage is also commendable!

On their way back to the forge, they saw some customers at the shop that Finia was guarding next door, and the knight golem went straight over to them.

Before he even stepped inside, expectant gazes were already fixed on him.

Seeing this, the knight golem understood and, while walking, took out a lot of equipment from its magic pocket and filled the shop's display case, causing everyone to exclaim in surprise.

After 'forging behind closed doors' for so many days, Brand naturally prepared another batch of new goods for the Knight Golem!

Next, after working tirelessly with Finia to satisfy the needs of these excited guests, and then happily tallying up the contribution points earned, the knight golem asked as evening approached, watching Finia dine before him:

"Phineas, the Emerald Realm is about to become increasingly dangerous."

Staying in the Jade Dragon Palace all the time doesn't really guarantee safety.

However, I still intend to stay until the situation becomes irreversible.

"I'm strong enough to handle all sorts of troublesome variables, but you're different. So, do you want to retreat first?"

Upon hearing this, Finia responded without hesitation:

"I would like to go with you, but I'm also willing to follow your arrangements."

The knight golem nodded and said:

"Then stay. It's not a bad thing to get some training on the battlefield."

Keep the bracelet I gave you with you always, and never forget it.

Also, keep this short sword. It has an enhanced level of defense that will activate automatically in critical situations.

Finally, if enemies attack, you will act as the blacksmith of the Dragon Palace and the other professional technicians who are also preparing to stay in the Dragon Palace. You don't need to follow me.

If any danger were to occur, I certainly wouldn't be safe here.

Upon hearing this, Finia nodded in agreement:
"I will be working with Stella's students, Renee and Ellie, who are also prepared to stay and fight."

After Finia made the arrangements, Brand immediately had the knight golem return to the bedroom that very night to activate the barrier.

Then another portal was opened, and the knight golem was brought over to inspect its equipment, while also considering ways to further upgrade it.

Without a doubt, "The Knight Golem's Journey in the Continent of Osia" is about to enter a period of war.

Brand is prepared to maximize its combat capabilities to cope with any possible changes.

Meanwhile, Brand was watching with great interest as he fiddled with the knight golem.

Celine smiled and asked Catherine, who was standing beside her:

"Catherine, doesn't Brand look like an excited kid right now?"

Upon hearing this, he glanced at his sister Celine, who showed no respect for the family head, standing beside him.

Catherine said in a serious tone:

"All I saw was the young master preparing to show his kindness and benevolence to the people of the continent of Osia."

Although the Hall of Radiant Flames is our enemy, we could have ignored this war that broke out on the continent of Osia.

After all, our relationship with them hasn't reached that level yet.

But now, this kind young master is willing to devote his time and wealth to helping, an act worthy of admiration!

Upon hearing this series of unexpected words, Celine froze on the spot.

Then, she quickly added dismissively:

"Brand just wanted to use the Knight Golem to earn some battle merits and then gather the battle merit resources of the Osia Continent."

He's not as good as you say; he's a scoundrel!

Celine had barely finished speaking when Brand's disgruntled voice came through:

"Sister Celine, you're slandering me again! This time you didn't even bother to cover it up!"

Upon hearing this, she felt a sudden chill run down her spine and her body went limp. She quickly turned her gaze to Brand, who was staring at her expressionlessly.

Celine suppressed the involuntary, spontaneous panic welling up inside her and calmly retorted:

"I didn't say I didn't agree!"
In fact, I completely agree with your idea!
If you need any help, please feel free to ask.

I know this is all for the bright future of our family!

At this moment, Catherine glanced at her sister Celine beside her, a hint of pity and sympathy flashing in her eyes.

—Are you only admitting defeat now? Don't you think it's a little too late?

(End of this chapter)