Fulilian: The Little Master Who Doesn't Understand Love

Chapter 253 The Emperor's Consent

Putting aside the fact that the other party is the strongest mage in modern times, just the fact that the other party was once a member of the original hero team and a partner of the Holy King Norn means that no one dares to provoke him.

Even when the other party pointed at His Majesty the King's nose and launched into a tirade, His Majesty the King still praised Lady Celie for her excellent scolding.

The group was soon respectfully invited into the palace and met the current emperor of the Kingdom of El, Fidel.

"Lady Celia! And Lady Adler! You two have finally arrived."

The emperor showed great enthusiasm for Seria's arrival. After all, his family heirloom was still in her hands. If he was not polite enough, she might refuse to return it, leaving him with no choice but to suffer in silence like the Elf Kingdom.

Unless he and Seria completely break ties and send out a large army and powerful mages to attack her.

“Ade?”

Ella and Frillie both cast curious glances at Ade, whom Fidel had mentioned.

Lord ignored them all.

Unfortunately, due to the need to conceal his identity back then, Lord usually didn't use his real name. The name Ade was just something Celie said offhand. In fact, Fidel still considered himself her apprentice.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Fidel almost couldn't wait to ask the question that had troubled him for years:
"Your Excellency Celia, may I ask, regarding our nation's holy sword, El Light, did you..." He hesitated, carefully choosing his words, "...it was stolen by the demons several years ago, but fortunately you intervened and retrieved it, yet it has never been returned. Is that right?"

The Holy Sword Elsword is not only a national treasure, but also a symbol of faith in Elsword.

In the years since losing the Holy Sword, the emperor has always felt insecure and ashamed to face his ancestors.

Upon hearing this, Celia's expression remained unchanged; she simply turned her head slightly to look at Lord standing beside her.

After the Holy Sword was retrieved, it was Lord who suggested that it not be returned for the time being.

His reasoning was simple: the power of El Light was necessary to guard against the counterattack of the newly emerged Demon King.

Seria had no objection to this; for her, it didn't matter where the Light of Elsword was placed.

Now that the other party has asked, she naturally leaves the decision to Lord.

His Majesty the Emperor followed Celia's gaze and landed on Lord.

"Your Excellency Adé, what do you mean?"

Although it's unclear why Lady Celie turned her gaze to Lord Ade, or why she entrusted such a crucial matter to him, for Fidel, reclaiming the Light of El was the most important thing.

"The Light of Elsword cannot be returned to you for the time being," Lord said, shaking his head.

Upon hearing this, Field's expression froze for a moment.

Could it be that Lord Adler intends to monopolize the Light of Elsword?
Fidel couldn't help but think this way.

After all, the name of Elsword is too famous.

The whereabouts of the divine sword Org are unknown. Only a few people know of its existence, and even its location is unknown. Even if they find it, they cannot draw it if the conditions are not met.

The whereabouts of the Holy Sword Athos are quite clear; it's in Celie's hands.

But would you dare to rob it?
So only Elsword remains as an option.

Lord, seeing Fidel's face stiffen instantly and the unease and suspicion flashing in his eyes, naturally understood what he was thinking.

He reassured him, “Your Majesty need not worry. The Light of El is the holy sword that the Kingdom of El has worshipped for generations, and that will never change.”

We are temporarily borrowing the Holy Sword not out of selfishness, but to deal with the newly emerged Demon King of the Demon Clan. Her power far exceeds our imagination, and the Holy Sword, El Light, is essential.

"Once the threat is eliminated, the Holy Sword will be returned, as I guarantee with my Celia's reputation."

Since he had no one of his own reputation to vouch for him, he chose to use the identity of Celia to vouch for Fidel.

Fidel glanced at Seria and, seeing no objection on her face, coupled with the solemn expression on Lord's face, his doubts dissipated considerably. "So that's how it is, to deal with the Demon King?"

Fidel breathed a sigh of relief, his expression softening considerably.

Fighting the Demon King is a noble cause, a reason he cannot refute and is willing to support.

But as the ruler of a country, he naturally had to fight for the interests of his own country.

He pondered for a moment, then took the opportunity to ask his next question: "So, Lord Adler, besides borrowing the Holy Sword, do you and Lady Celia have any other important matters to discuss with us?"

He guessed that the two legendary figures' sudden return visit was definitely not just to tell him that the holy sword would not be returned to him for the time being.

Lord nodded, then revealed the true purpose of their trip: "Yes. We have come here to establish a magic association in the Kingdom of El."

"The Magic Association?" Fidel's eyes lit up, but then a hint of wariness appeared on his face.

He thought of the St. Katia Magic Academy, which was famous throughout the continent yet aloof from worldly affairs.

The Kingdom of El provides a huge sum of money to support the other party every year in exchange for a promise that they will receive priority assistance when the demons invade.

But how do you usually mobilize the academy's magicians to handle domestic affairs or conflicts between nations?
It's simply wishful thinking.

The thought that those glittering gold coins were exchanged for mostly symbolic promises made Fidel's heart bleed.

He leaned forward slightly and asked tentatively, "Excuse me, does this Magic Association belong to the Kingdom of El? Can it be used to defend our country and resist invasions from other countries?"

This is his biggest concern.

If the Kingdom of El could possess its own powerful magical abilities, its national strength would be greatly enhanced.

However, Lord's answer poured cold water on his enthusiasm.

“Your Majesty, this Magic Association will be an organization independent of any national government.” Lord’s tone was very firm. “Its purpose is to spread magical knowledge and cultivate magical talents, and it will not directly participate in political and military conflicts between countries.”

Fidel's face instantly darkened, his disappointment evident.

Another Saint Katia? Then why should he fully support it?

But just as he was about to politely suggest that he needed to reconsider, Lord changed the subject.

“However,” Lord looked at him, “although the Association is neutral, it does not restrict the future destinations and choices of the mages who study and graduate from the Association.”

Fidel suddenly raised his head.

The meaning of this sentence couldn't be clearer!
The Magic Association itself does not participate in politics, but the magicians it trains can choose to serve the Kingdom of El!
This means that the Kingdom of El will have a stable and high-quality source of mages, and these mages may even be personally trained by Seria.

This is far more reliable than that St. Katia Academy, which only obeys orders and not decrees!
Although he couldn't directly command the association to fight for him, he could gain a continuous stream of talent, and Fidel quickly weighed the enormous benefits involved.

This is similar to establishing a top-notch military academy, which itself is not affiliated with the national army, but most graduates will choose to join the national army.

This is absolutely fantastic news for the Kingdom of El.

Fidel smiled and, almost without hesitation, answered decisively:

"Excellent! Excellent! Lord Ad, Lady Celie, please rest assured! The Kingdom of El will do everything in its power to support the establishment of your magic association here! Whether it's site selection, funding, or resources and manpower, as long as you two ask, our country will certainly provide our full assistance!"

Looking at Lord and Seria, he seemed to see the future flourishing of magical power in the Land of El.

As for the Holy Sword?

It seems there's nothing to worry about leaving it in the hands of these two for now.

(End of this chapter)