The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

"We know, we believe you," everyone answered in unison.

"We are willing to submit to you."

"I'd like to too!"

"We are willing to submit to you!"

The crowd shouted in unison.

They all knew that they now had to make a decision.

If this continues, their families and loved ones will face utter destruction.

Moreover, they knew that if they did not submit, their families would also face a great calamity.

Therefore, they must make a decision.

“Very well, since you are willing to submit to me, it proves that I did not misjudge you,” Artoria said. “Now, you can tell me the location of the town’s administrator. I need to go and capture him and find out the specific situation of this town.”

"We know his location, and we're willing to take you there."

"We can lead the way."

"We'd all be happy to take you!"

The crowd shouted in unison once again.

"very good..."

Just as Artoria nodded, preparing to take Lancelot to the town mayor's hideout...

.

"Sir, our child has been kidnapped. Could you please rescue him?" another elderly man said.

He was dressed in luxurious clothes and wore a fur hat, exuding an air of nobility that was different from others.

Upon hearing the man's words, Artoria immediately understood something.

"Who took your child?" Artoria asked.

"Mayor, I finalized a business deal here a few days ago, but it affected your interests. You know, people in our line of work are often targeted," the man said.

"Then tell me, why should I save your child?"

The man hesitated for a moment.

He then said, "I had some savings from doing business in this small town. If you can rescue my child, I will give some of it to support your business."

"Very good, what's your name?" Artoria asked.

The man replied, "My name is Carl."

"Thank you. Please wait for my notification. Your child will be rescued, and you will be safe. I think you will be rescued soon," Artoria said with a smile.

"Really? That's wonderful!" the man exclaimed excitedly.

His daughter lived in this small town for five years, and he was deeply attached to it.

If it weren't for the fact that there are many businesses here, he would have wanted to run away long ago.

But he had no choice.

Now, there is hope, his child can be saved, which makes him extremely excited and feel fortunate.

"Okay, please wait for my notification," Artoria said with a smile.

"Thank you, Your Majesty Arthur," Karl said quickly.

At that moment, Kiana also returned.

"Looks like you've finished your work here too," Kiana called out to the two of them after landing.

At this moment, Artoria turned to Lancelot beside her and said, "Lancelot, our forces need to assemble as soon as possible. I think someone will come to support the town in the next few hours, and the town will be drawn into the war again. You take your knights and join our forces in this area."

"Yes, sir."

Lancelot nodded respectfully.

Artoria turned and walked toward the town.

Lancelot followed closely behind.

At that moment, Kiana also came back.

"Actually, there's no need to be so nervous. With me here, no matter how many of those guys come, it won't make a difference."

"Humility and prudence are the virtues of a knight."

Artoria said calmly.

......

Half an hour later, Artoria embarked on her rescue mission.

As for Kiana, she stayed put and waited for the enemy to arrive.

She had already gathered information about the town and knew that the enemy's target was this town, and she was ready for battle.

She knew that without her help, Artoria's chances of winning would not exceed 50%. She also knew that since Artoria had decided to save people, these people would absolutely not harm these civilians again.

This is her trust in Artoria.

......

After Artoria and Lancelot arrived at the mayor's hideout and subdued him, they killed the mayor of the town.

Although Artoria does not like indiscriminate killing, this is a cruel world where there is no mercy, only interests and cruelty.

If these people are not killed, then even more people will die.

"Lancelot, how is the town?" Artoria asked.

"This was the only castle in town, but it's been completely destroyed, and only a few houses remain," Lancelot said.

Upon hearing this, Artoria frowned slightly.

Although there is now a mayor, he still cannot control the town's residents, which is a dereliction of duty on his part.

"However, a group of people have already started arriving here, and I think they will be here soon," Lancelot added.

"That's for the best," Artoria said.

This town, though small, is a prosperous one. It has three main roads, and each street is lined with many shops.

If they could take control of these shops, their businesses would thrive.

Although these shops belong to the town's poor and they lack the capacity to build a vast wealth empire, they can provide a large amount of food and numerous factories, enabling them to live a more comfortable life.

With money, you can solve many problems.

Moreover, their farmland is very fertile, and many things can be grown there.

This is what Artoria wants.

......

On the night Artoria and her companions arrived in the town, the sound of thunderous hooves could be heard outside the town.

"It seems the enemy is already planning to retake the town," Artoria said with a slight smile. "Are our people ready?"

"It's ready, Your Majesty, and we can engage at any time," Lancelot nodded in reply.

At that moment, the town gates opened, and many men in black poured in.

Artoria's eyes flashed when she saw the men in black.

It seems these men in black are reinforcements sent from the capital, as the insignia they wear is one that Artoria is familiar with.

These men in black were all members of the Holy Legion, and there were a great many of them.

"Attention everyone, our situation is critical. The enemy is very powerful and numerous. We must fight quickly and retreat as soon as possible. This town belongs to us," Artoria said solemnly.

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Led by Artoria, the group began their battle, armed with bows and arrows.

These bows and arrows were specially prepared to prevent cavalry attacks.

The town was thrown into chaos.

"Kill them!"

Upon seeing Artoria, these people launched a fierce attack as if possessed.

"You think you can kill my king?" Lancelot said disdainfully.

"Kill them."

"Kill all these bastards."

"Kill them!"

"..."

Despite the frantic shouting of these people, Artoria's face remained extremely serious.

She now understands the rules here a little better. This is a world where the strong prey on the weak, and only the strong enough can gain respect and have a voice.

No matter how powerful you are, if you encounter someone stronger than you, you can only keep a low profile and dare not act recklessly.

That's how it is here, and that's even more true for the people here.

If you are strong enough, you can do whatever you want; if you are not strong enough, you can only keep a low profile.

it's out of the question!

Therefore, these rules of the jungle, where the strong prey on the weak, are rules that allow the strong to survive.

"kill!"

Lancelot waved his hand, and the bugle sounded, and he charged forward first.

He took the lead, his body shooting towards the opponent like an arrow released from a bow.

"Let's go too. Only by surviving this can we possibly unify Britain."

Artoria has made up her mind to conquer her own territory.