Divine Kingship

Chapter 566 The real Ellie appears, and...? The war is over?
Rand and Lysa returned to the Lord's Hall.

Meanwhile, Lady Zhen was already waiting in the lord's hall.

Ellie switched back with Berlan.

Ellie noticed that Rand wasn't around, but she didn't think much of it. She found a notebook in her office and started writing things down.

Rand returned after writing for a while.

Then Ellie saw Ellie next to Rand.

For a moment, Ellie was in a daze.

She looked down at her hands and chest. It really was her body.
Who is Ellie next to Naland?

Lysa, standing next to Rand, also widened her beautiful eyes slightly.

So, since Berlan couldn't win against her, did he switch to Ellie herself to take the prize?
Lysa was feeling a little guilty. She just wanted to do something fun and didn't really want to compete with Ellie for the title of lady. She didn't want to put on a serious act and do the work of a lady all day long.

Now it seems like a real war between wives is about to begin.

Then she might as well flee without a fight.

Lysa, who was holding Rand's arm, took a half step back.

Ellie's observation skills are actually quite good. After her initial moment of surprise, Ellie quickly realized that the person next to Rand was not herself, but Lysa.

"So now it's a drama of the real and fake wives?" he said helplessly.

Realizing she was no match for the real thing, Lysa slunk away.

Rand walked up to Ellie and asked, "Anyway, there's a bit of a twist to the story."

Ellie was already used to Rand and Lysa's situation and didn't care much about it. Anyway, it was probably some kind of play that even she, Ellie, couldn't stand.

Rand put his arm around Ellie's waist: "Now that you're back, then..."

Ellie twisted her hand away from Rand's: "Let's talk about serious matters first."

Ellie picked up the notebook in her hand: "I've written down some matters concerning the White Kingdom here."

Rand flipped through a few pages and found that they were all things Berlan needed to know, so he didn't look at them much further.

“And then there’s the matter of this war.” Ellie looked at Rand. “If you’re worried, the White Kingdom can provide support. My sister and I both support you. Of course, if you’re worried that this will lead to an expansion of the war, you can use only a portion of the White Kingdom’s royal army.”

The White Kingdom's royal family, the Calant family, naturally has its own personal guard, which is the White King's personal army.

Of course, if they come to support Rand, they might have to change their names to something like Princess Knights, but it's just a name change. Essentially, it's the same group of people. It's a bit hard to justify that the White Kingdom sent too many White King's personal guards.

But since the Kingdom of Bolun has already acted so immorally by assassinating the King of Frostmoon Kingdom first, there's really no need to worry too much about it.

"Then arrange some of the White King's personal guards for me." Rand didn't mince words; after all, it was a war of annihilation, so the more troops the better.

After Ellie and Rand chatted for a while, they quickly finished discussing their business.

Rand picked Ellie up.

Ellie's face suddenly turned cold: "Rand, what are you doing? I am Berlan now."

Rand was taken aback.

Ellie had just told her that she had only recently switched back to her body. Given the pattern that Ellie and Berlan were switching back to their bodies more and more frequently, and that the time it took to switch back each time was getting longer and longer.

Rand thought that even after finishing the formal work, he would still have plenty of time to be intimate with Ellie, as he missed her very much.

Since Rand came into this world, Ellie has been with him for most of the time. Rand is still not used to Ellie only being physically by his side.

But Rand soon noticed the smile on Ellie's lips.

Rand immediately understood: "Oh, so you're pretending to be my sister, huh? You've been corrupted by Lysa."

Ellie, with a stern face, was carried into the bedroom by Rand.

Then he was pressed against the door.

Rand tickled Ellie's soles and armpits a few times, and Ellie couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Rand, meanwhile, reached out his hand without hesitation as he listened to Ellie's melodious voice.

Ellie's laughter then turned into a soft moan.

midnight.

Berlan opened his eyes on the sheets.

Berlan could clearly feel that his body seemed somewhat disheveled.

It's really too much.

I need to take a shower.

Berlan nudged Rand's shoulder helplessly.

Rand opened his dark, jade-like eyes and looked at Berlan's helpless expression.

Berlan actually wanted to sneak off to take a bath, but according to the Rand Protection Regulations of the Holy Domain, Berlan could not do so.

Therefore, Berlan preferred to wake Rand and let Rand take a bath with him.

Compared to his own shame, Rand's safety was naturally much more important. Although the probability of Rand being assassinated in the Sanctuary was extremely low, Berlan still intended to strictly abide by the protection regulations.

“Berlan?” Rand observed for a moment and confirmed that Ellie and Berlan had switched back to their bodies.

“No, I’m Ellie.” Berlan didn’t want to reveal his identity at this moment.

Rand observed further, and realized that this was Berlan.

Berlan nudged Rand again, urging, "Hurry up, I want to take a shower."

Rand got up, then put on a robe, dried himself with a towel, and left the house dressed.

Soon, Berlan blushed and entered the lord's private bath with Rand.

"Madam, are you really not Berlan?" Rand couldn't help but tease.

Berlan ignored Rand and went about washing himself.

She quickly cleaned herself up and glanced at Rand.

Rand also quickly got out of the bath.

As usual, Berlan used his frost ability to dry the two of them off.

After the two had dressed again, Rand spoke up once more: "Madam, may I kiss you?"

Berlan was somewhat unwilling to talk to Rand.

After such an embarrassing incident, you're now trying to get close to me again.

Berlan walked out, but was stopped by Rand.

Berlan walked to the left, and Rand also sat on the left. Berlan walked to the right, and Rand also walked to the right, looking quite like thugs blocking innocent girls on the roadside.

Berlan had no choice but to walk up to Rand.

He touched Rand's lips to the corner of his mouth: "Satisfied?"

Rand was indeed satisfied and stopped stopping Berlan.

Berlan glared at Rand with annoyance, then walked back with Rand through the night sky.

The lord's private bathroom is now very close to the bedroom behind the lord's hall; it's not a long walk from here back to the bedroom.

The starlight was still perfect as summer drew to a close.

The two noblemen, who had just finished bathing, slowed down their pace.

"Did Ellie tell you anything serious?" Berlan broke the silence, feeling the atmosphere was too dull and somewhat ambiguous.

“Yes, tell them that some of the White King’s guards will support me as princess knights,” Rand replied.

“If there are any problems, I will help,” Berlan said. “Although I can’t exert much of my power using Ellie’s body, Ellie’s physical condition is actually not bad. I can use some martial arts techniques, and the ability of ice is obviously following my soul. Although the power of frost has been weakened, it is not completely unusable.”

“In short,” Berlan paused, “if you need my strength, then please don’t hesitate, I will always stand by you…”

Berlan wanted to say that she would always stand by Rand's side, but she couldn't quite bring herself to say it.

But that is indeed the case.

For Ellie, the most important people in the world are Berlan, Rand, and Olenna, so Ellie wants to bring Berlan and Rand together. For Berlan, the most important people in the world are Rand, Ellie, and the White Kingdom.

That's why Berlan repeatedly accommodated Ellie and Rand, and she would never accept anything happening to Rand or Ellie.

They strolled around the courtyard for a while longer, and both of them tacitly avoided going back to the bedroom.

The atmosphere returned to a relatively quiet state, but the cacophony of summer sounds still prevented this place from becoming completely silent.

Rand touched Berlan's fingers with his own.

Berlan let Rand rub against him for a while before withdrawing his hand, preventing Rand from touching him any further.

Rand looked unwilling, while Berlan said irritably, "Don't go too far."

Rand then stopped.

Under the twinkling starry sky, Berlan and Rand were not far apart.

The night passed peacefully.

……

On my way to work in the morning.

Both Rand and Berlan were a little sleepy.

Although neither Rand nor Berlan were actually prone to fatigue, they were still tired.

Just as Berlan feels cold, Karin feels hot.

Today, Rand had intended to inquire more about the war on the front lines.

What arrived first were letters from Takagi Kingdom and Marcus.

“The Kingdom of Takagi said they could also send some troops to support us,” Olena said. “Actually, the dwarves also indicated that they could support us with some mercenaries, specifically dwarven mercenaries.”

"I understand." Rand did not comment on this.

Over the years, he has made quite a few friends.

Rand was very happy that his friend was willing to help him, but he did not want to really come to the point where he needed the help of allies.

"What's wrong with Marcus now?" Rand blinked.

"Marcus said there's no need to worry too much about the war. Even if we can't win, we can just negotiate. The Frostmoon Kingdom isn't afraid of the Bolen Kingdom, nor is it that we can't save face without defeating the Bolen Kingdom," Olena recounted from the letter.

Rand sighed and rubbed his temples.

Allies, friends, and relatives.

Everyone is trying their best to help him.

A willingness to provide assistance during wartime is a highly valuable and friendly relationship.

Rand was very grateful to the friends who were willing to help him and the Frostmoon Kingdom.

But for Rand...

This assistance actually came a little too late.

Calculate the time.

When the armies of these allies arrive at the Duchy of Lunar Phase.

The outcome of the war is almost certain.

The war is gradually getting on track according to plan.

Rand is no longer in a situation where losing a single battle would mean utter ruin.

But Rand certainly didn't want to lose the war to experience the feeling of defeat.

For Rand, everything was ready, and it was just around the corner.

……

The very beginning of autumn in the year 338 of the Holy Calendar.

The war between the Frostmoon Kingdom and the Bolen Kingdom has ended.

When the Frostmoon Kingdom declared war this summer, everyone thought it would be a protracted war.

Although everyone favors the Frostmoon Kingdom, a war between nations will not be resolved in a short time.

In wars between nations, the outcome is not determined by just one or two battles.

The determination to wage war, the strength of a nation, the control of supplies, the arrangement of battle lines, the construction of defensive structures, and changes in the weather.

There are far too many factors that can influence the outcome of a war, including timing, location, and popular support.

At times like these, military strength alone, while having a significant impact, will not be the decisive factor.

But just like this war, it began with a sudden assassination.

The outcome of this war came as quite suddenly as expected.

It would be inappropriate if the war ended, but a result has indeed been reached.

In just over a month.

Under the command of Tanl, the frontline general of Rand.

The vanguard of the Frostmoon Kingdom advanced swiftly and decisively, reaching within dozens of miles of the capital of the Bolun Kingdom.

With the Kingdom of Bolun stationed on the border, its large army and defensive structures became virtually useless.

If we only look at the speed of the Frostmoon Kingdom's advance...

The army of the Kingdom of Bolen was just like the poorly made paper that failed to be produced in the paper mills of the Land Territory.

It can be easily broken with a gentle poke of a wet finger.

And this time.

The volunteer army of the Kingdom of Takagi has just arrived in the Duchy of the Moon Phase, while the mercenary group of dwarves has just set off for the front line.

"Is the army of the Kingdom of Bolun really trash?" This question was on everyone's mind for a moment.

The outcome of the war came far too quickly.

The rapid emergence of the war's outcome meant that no one would believe it was due to Rand's reasonable arrangements, Tanl's skillful command at the front, or the soldiers' bravery and skill in battle.

That's something that would only happen if both sides were in a normal war.

But now it seems, could something have happened within the Kingdom of Bolun? For example, is the general at the front actually a traitor?

In no time, countless letters appeared on Rand's desk.

Everyone wanted to know what had happened as soon as possible.

Even the royal family of the Lionheart Kingdom to the south sent letters to Rand to inquire about it.

Everyone actually wanted to send letters to the royal family of the Kingdom of Bolun, but now the army of the Frostmoon Kingdom has blocked the way for the letters to reach the capital of the Kingdom of Bolun.

Whether they are ordinary carrier pigeons or magical carrier pigeons, they will be shot down on their way to the royal city of Bolun.

Tanl is already preparing for the siege of the capital city of Bolun.

“It seems we’ve succeeded.” Rand didn’t deal with the pile of letters on his desk, but instead started a meeting in the Sanctuary’s conference room.

The high-ranking members of the Holy Land forces are now present, and Fenris has also arrived.

Everyone was somewhat incredulous.

RAND's strategy was indeed very reasonable and well-considered.

However, this bold and novel strategic approach had never been practiced before, and even RAND himself was not particularly confident that it would succeed.

When the plan was being formulated, everyone thought about it, and since there was nothing unreasonable about it, it was indeed worth trying.

There are some risks, but compared to the high-value reward of winning the war in a short period of time, these risks are nothing.

“Then it’s time to formulate the next strategic plan, after all, the capital of the Kingdom of Bolun has not yet been breached.” Rand tapped the table with his knuckles.

(End of this chapter)