Fraser’s throat bobbed, his facial expression shifting rapidly.
“Theobauld, you mentioned earlier your intention to infiltrate Allardland and capture Jared. Well, I’m giving you permission now. Go and apprehend Jared!” Fraser said to Theobauld.
Theobauld jolted slightly, offering an awkward laugh. “Prince Fraser, you must have misheard. I never said such a thing.”
“Didn’t you?” Fraser scrutinized Theobauld.
“I absolutely didn’t! I swear to the heavens!”
Theobauld made to raise his hand in a solemn VOW.
“Prince Fraser, Theobauld indeed never said anything about capturing Jared!” Salathiell chimed in.
“See, Salathiell spoke up in my defense. I swear I never said that!” Theobauld was drenched in cold sweat.
If Fraser really insisted on him heading into Allardland to apprehend Jared, wouldn’t he end up just like the man before him, reduced to dust in an instant?
“However, just a moment ago, Theobauld claimed that he could handle Allardland all by himself. So, if we let him take down Allardland, Jared will naturally come forward!” Salathiell added with a playful smile.
For a moment, Theobauld was stunned. He had initially thought that Salathiell was on his side. Little did he expect that the latter was actually setting up a trap for him!
“Salathiell, it’s easy for you to say such words, Theobauld retorted with a disgruntled expression, the hand holding onto his cane trembling slightly. “I merely made an offhand comment earlier; who knew something like that would happen? It nearly scared me to death!”
“You old man, you’re brimming with confidence, aren’t you?” Salathiell’s lips curled into a smirk, a teasing glint in his eyes. “Didn’t you just say that you could handle Allardland all by yourself? Why have you suddenly lost your nerve now?”
“That’s all situational!” Theobauld hurriedly defended himself, “It’s not that I’m afraid of dying, but who will assist Prince Fraser if I’m gone?”
“Haha, it seems you’re scared!” Salathiell laughed heartily, his head thrown back in amusement. “I thought you were a fearless old rascal, but it turns out you’re just a frightened old man!”
“You punk, don’t think for a moment that I can’t read your thoughts!” Theobauld glared at Salathiell. “You’re nervous too, aren’t you? Why don’t you give it a shot? I don’t believe you can destroy Allardland.”
“Of course, I wouldn’t dare to say that.” Salathiell shrugged, feigning nonchalance. “But I’m at least stronger than you, and at least I have the guts to give it a try!”
“Give it a try? You think a mere attempt would be enough to push me forward?” Theobauld sneered dismissively. “If you dare to go, I dare to follow. Let’s see who gets disintegrated first!”
“All right then, let’s go together! I don’t fancy going on a suicide mission alone anyway,” Salathiell said, an eyebrow raised and a sly smile playing at the corner of his mouth. “But remember, if I get taken down first, don’t come crying to collect my body!”
“Don’t worry, I definitely won’t cry,” said Theobauld, his face serious. “I’ll be standing by, laughing as you’re beaten to a pulp!”
“You’re hopeless, old man.” Salathiell shook his head, unable to suppress his laughter. “But seriously, who was that shadowy figure just now? They died without even leaving a name.”
“I suggest you stop overthinking it as it will only make you more anxious.” Theobauld sighed, a hint of gravity in his eyes. “Let’s focus on how we can get Jared out of there.”
After Theobauld finished speaking, all eyes were on Fraser.
How to get Jared out of there was now Fraser’s problem. They both certainly didn’t have the ability to do so!
“Why are you looking at me? I can’t get into Allardland either. I can only wait here patiently!” Fraser said in exasperation.
“Let’s just wait then!”
Both Salathiell and Theobauld nodded in agreement.
Since Fraser had already said they had to wait, they really had no other choice but to wait. There was simply no other alternative!
