Abyssal Chronicles

Chapter 697 - 698: The Interrupted Meeting

As the Dragon Queen, Nephinalra had always been a strong, inviolable supreme ruler in the hearts of her subjects; the mightiest commander in the eyes of the Dragons; and a great mother figure to the children...

Since Nephinalra’s ascension, the Dragon race, which was once as scattered as sand, finally united as one under her rule. The economic and military strength of the Dragon race steadily climbed under her governance, ushering in what seemed to be a golden age for the Dragon race.

For the first time in eight hundred years, the Dragon race was once again approaching its peak on the continent.

However,

Just as Nephinalra was leading the Dragon race with full confidence, the emergence of the Black Rose family abruptly interrupted the Dragon race’s development trend. Unable to withstand the Black Rose, the Dragon race was eventually forced to submit to their tyranny.

Despite continuous exploitation by the Black Rose family, the Dragon race did not decline, but its power was constantly controlled within the realm of an ordinary first-rate force by the Black Rose family.

Unlike the Elves who were frequently beaten and disciplined by the Black Rose, Nephinalra was quite restrained, knowing Xiao’s power. She not only refrained from rebelling against the Black Rose but even prevented her people from doing so.

Therefore,

In the eyes of many subjects who were unaware of the truth, Nephinalra’s image had significantly diminished. Even among the pro-peace faction, the high-levels Dragons Kings and Witches, who had witnessed the Black Rose’s power, had doubts and dissatisfaction with Nephinalra’s policies...

However,

Nephinalra could choose to ignore these voices of doubt from her subjects; she could tolerate them all.

But there was one thing she couldn’t accept - the change in her children’s attitudes.

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"Mommy, why are those people in black clothes taking our gold coins again? Why has my bed been taken away too...?"

"Mommy, why do you smile and act so friendly towards those humans? Didn’t you say they are inferior to us? Why do you keep smiling at them day and night?"

"Mother! How long do you plan to endure this? Are we going to let those humans defecate on our heads?!!"

...

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Throughout numerous compromises, Nephinalra’s children gradually grew distant from her. Every time she thought of their distrustful and even scornful eyes, Nephinalra felt heartbroken. She constantly dreamt of defeating the Black Rose and regaining her lost dignity!

Now, such an opportunity was right before her eyes. How could Nephinalra bear to let it go?!

Despite her initial restraint, amidst the pro-war faction’s passionate cries for battle, Nephinalra gradually changed her mind.

’Why not’

’Just do it!’

’This time, maybe we can really win?!’

Looking down at her subjects who were filled with anticipation, the standing Dragon Queen Nephinalra took a deep breath...

Below, the pro-war faction’s Dragons were already brimming with excitement. Clearly, they had discerned the decision of their Queen.

Wind Dragon Casimus, the leader of the pro-war faction, was particularly ecstatic.

In recent days,

He had been in frequent contact with envoys from Asumos Church.

The Church of Asumos also hoped for the Dragon race to participate in the holy war, to increase their chances of victory by one percent. As a Dragon King level entity, Casimus had long fantasized about crushing the Black Rose, reviving the grandeur of the Dragon race, and avenging the humiliation of having his scales plucked.

The two sides were in perfect agreement.

The prominence of the pro-war faction in this royal conference was, strictly speaking, influenced by the Church behind-the-scenes encouragement.

’Finally... Is Her Majesty about to make a decision?’

The gleam in Casimus’s dragon eyes became brighter.

Undoubtedly, once the Queen announced the decision to join the holy war! Casimus would lead the five thousand dragon troops already assembled in Dragon Valley, marching magnificently towards the imperial capital Anvika, to realize his dreams of revenge and the resurgence of his race.

However,

Just as all the high-ranking members of the Dragon race held their breath in anticipation, an unexpected voice entered everyone’s ears, abruptly interrupting Nephinalra’s declaration.

——"I advise you not to participate in any holy war; you’ll die."——

’?!’

’Huh?!!’

’Who, who is this?!’

As the voice spoke, all dragons, whether they were Dragon Kings of various clans or famous Dragon race generals, showed expressions of astonishment. Even Queen Nephinalra was momentarily stunned, the words she was about to utter were swallowed back.

The excitement in Nephinalra’s eyes was instantly replaced by shock and concern.

Because,

The person who spoke was not far from her.

However,

Only when the other party spoke did she realize their presence.

She was a high-stage level 8 Dragon. How could someone approach her throne unnoticed, without any sound?!

Nephinalra felt a wave of disbelief, and her sense of alertness surged in an instant.

Taking a deep breath, like all other Dragon race powerhouses, Nephinalra cautiously looked towards the side of the throne, the source of the voice. At this moment, all the giant dragons’ attention converged on this spot.

When that figure came into view of the numerous dragons, they were all taken aback, showing surprised expressions:

"A, a human?!"

This unexpected intruder in the royal conference was not a member of the Dragon race, but a human?!

And not just any human, but a fragile-looking, slender young girl.

At that moment,

Under the astonished gaze of numerous dragons, a beautiful girl, dressed in a black tulle dress, slim and stunning, sat tightly on a pure gold statue beside the throne. The black-haired girl, while resting her chin on one hand, casually played with her silky hair with the other, calmly observing the high-ranking members of the Dragon race in the hall.

"Why is there a human here?!"

Nearly all the dragons simultaneously thought this question in their minds.

This place is none other than the Queen’s residence, and at this moment, it is the site of a royal conference! The security here is extremely stringent; without permission, not even a mosquito could fly in! How did this human manage to get here?!

The dragons looked at each other, all seeing confusion in their companions’ eyes.

However,

Confusion wouldn’t solve anything.

After a moment of stunned silence, Wind Dragon Casimus was the first to react. He moved his massive forty-meter-long body, imposingly bringing his head close to the black-haired girl. His dark green dragon eyes stared intently at the girl in front of him.

Compared to Casimus’s enormous size, the black-haired girl seemed utterly insignificant, even smaller than Casimus’s dragon eye.

Furthermore,

Terrifying dragon might was released from Casimus in an instant, mercilessly enveloping the black-haired girl.

Casimus was already displeased that the Queen’s declaration was interrupted. And upon hearing the arrogant words of the black-haired girl, his anger surged even more.

Indeed, The girl’s sudden appearance initially surprised and unsettled Casimus, but after carefully sensing and confirming that her strength was only at the 7 level, Casimus’s unease was completely engulfed by towering rage.

"Foolish human, I don’t know what unspeakable means you used to sneak in here, but... you dare to intrude into the Dragon Queen’s lair and interrupt a royal conference?! Are you tired of life that much?"

With those words,

A chilling murderous intent and an ocean-like vast magical power suddenly erupted, engulfing the entire Dragon Queen’s lair. Wind Dragon Casimus, being at mid-level 8, exerted dragon might and magical pressure that ordinary people could not withstand.

Therefore,

As this aura exploded, many high-ranking members of the Dragon race trembled and retreated continuously.

However,

Facing this overwhelming pressure, the delicate black-haired girl surprisingly maintained a calm demeanor, even yawning tiredly in front of all the dragons.

Seeing her remain silent, Casimus’s dragon eyes narrowed, and he let out a thunderous roar at the girl:

"I’m asking you!!! What is your purpose here?! Not answering hah? Are you looking for death?!!"

...

After another blast of breath, the black-haired girl calmly glanced at the surrounding dragons that were gradually encircling her. She sighed casually and spoke nonchalantly:

"Whether I’m seeking death or not doesn’t matter. What matters is that if you participate in the holy war, you really will be seeking death."

"We, seeking death?"

"Yes, so... I’m here to remind you... think carefully before making a decision. The consequences can be quite severe."

Hearing this,

Casimus frowned and asked incredulously.

"Heh, hehheh... Severe? How severe exactly?"

In response to the Dragon King’s question, the black-haired girl slowly raised her head, fearlessly meeting Casimus’s vertical dragon pupils. Then, her lips curled into a beautiful yet terrifyingly chilling smile, uttering words that sent shivers down Casimus’s spine.

"Hmmm... Well, if you insist on participating... although I don’t really want to, I’ll have no choice but to reluctantly Kill all of you."