Legends of Runeterra

Chapter 699 Tiana's Request

"My dear ministers, please tell me what you think about this demon incident."

Although he was very worried about his general and good friend Barrett, Jarvan III had learned to control his emotions after so many years as a king.

"Your Majesty, with this happening, I'm sure General Barrett is also trapped by the demon."

"Your Majesty the Third, I am willing to lead the Seventh Legion to support General Barrett and defeat that demon!"

“Your Majesty, General Atlande, the traces of the demons have clearly appeared in Mitre County, but up to now, no news has been sent back, including from the people sent by Lady Tiana.

I think the demons this time should not be underestimated. We should send people to investigate first and not rush in rashly to avoid falling into their trap. "

...

Ministers gave their own suggestions one after another, but they can be roughly divided into two types: the conservatives believed that elite soldiers must be sent first to find out the situation; the radicals believed that this matter could not be delayed and the army must be sent there as soon as possible to minimize the damage caused by the demons.

After the ministers who stayed behind finished speaking, Tiana, who was standing at the front, suddenly stepped forward and saluted.

"Your Majesty, I have something to say."

"Well, Marshal Tiana, please speak."

"I hope that Your Majesty will allow me to personally lead the team to resolve this demonic matter!"

"this..."

"Marshal Tiana, you absolutely cannot do that!"

"Yes, the devil is cunning and treacherous. As a marshal, you must not put yourself in danger easily!"

"Your Majesty, let me lead..."

"Okay everyone, please listen to me."

Tiana's firm and calm blue eyes swept across the crowd, then turned to look at Jarvan III on the throne.

“Your Majesty, among all the people present, I am the only one who has experience fighting against demons, and twice.

Compared to others, I undoubtedly have more experience and my chances of success are greatly increased.”

As she spoke, Tiana took out the somewhat dim jade token again.

"Your Majesty, with this jade token, I can be assured of my safety."

"But Marshal Tiana, I see this jade token..."

"It does consume some energy, but it is more than enough to protect me alone."

Upon hearing this, the minister beside him nodded and said nothing more.

After all, this thing is Marshal Tiana's personal property, and she used it to save everyone before.

Excessive questioning and some words that shouldn't be said, no one present would be stupid enough to say them on the spot.

"..."

Under the gaze of everyone, Jarvan III on the throne frowned slightly, seeming to be in hesitation.

"Bang~!"

Tiana fell to one knee.

"Your Majesty the Third, Tiana Crownguard is the Marshal of the Kingdom. She was also the Sword Captain of the Fearless Vanguard, and a citizen of Demacia.

Now that demons are wreaking havoc in Mitra County, General Barrett is in deep danger and has no news. As the marshal of Demacia, I have the obligation and responsibility to stand up.

Your Majesty, please grant me your permission!"

"Marshal Tiana..."

"Your Excellency Marshal..."

With her back to the ministers, Tiana lowered her head and stood still, quietly and determinedly waiting for Jarvan III's response.

"...I see."

"His Majesty!?"

“Well, please stand up, Marshal Tiana.

You must bring twenty of the most elite Fearless Vanguards with you on this trip to Mitra County, as well as Silas and other 'Guardians'."

"I accept your order!"

The Third's gaze passed over Tiana and fell on a minister not far behind her.

"General Atlantean."

"Bang~!"

"Chen is here!"

Atlande, who was vaguely aware of the next arrangement made by the III, knelt on one knee with an excited look on his face.

“I order you to lead the Seventh and Eighth Legions to Mitra County and set up checkpoints at all its main roads and all possible places to pass through. Do not allow anyone to enter or leave!

The time is right, cooperate with Marshal Tiana to wipe out the rebellious demon and its followers in one fell swoop!"

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

"Well, go down and get ready.

The rest of you, follow me to discuss the next matters."

Since the implementation of the 'New Law', it seems that the mage group has gained equal status, but in fact it has also infringed the interests of many nobles.

Especially in those areas far away from the capital, the effect of the implementation cannot be said to be very weak, but it can only be said to be non-existent at all.

And now, the demonic disaster that suddenly broke out in Mitra County could be said to have nothing to do with them.

But as a king, King III cannot be so naive or passive. He now appoints Tiana and Atlande to investigate. However, equally troublesome things include controlling the spread of rumors, stabilizing the entire kingdom, and even the post-disaster reconstruction of Mitra County.

Next, the king and his ministers had a long meeting to discuss the matter in detail.

...

The news from the hall was blocked. When Tiana returned home and passed by the living room, she happened to see Lux, who was leaning on the sofa and drawing comfortably, without any aristocratic etiquette.

Sensing some familiar sharp gazes falling on her, Lux put down the standing drawing board with some confusion and happened to meet Tiana's eyes.

"Wow~!"

"Aunt...Aunt...Aunt..."

She hurriedly covered the drawing board behind her and sat up from the sofa, her pretty little face full of guilt.

"Lux."

"Yes...I'm sorry, aunt, I know I was wrong..."

Looking at Lux who resolutely bowed her head and admitted her mistake, Tiana no longer had the mood to educate her as she did in the past.

"Try not to go out these few days. If you have anything to say, communicate with your friends via letters. Got it?"

"Uh...Aunt...did something happen?"

"You don't need to worry about this. Remember, don't think you can relax just because you know a few magic tricks. There are many ways to deal with magicians, and it's not something an inexperienced little girl like you can handle."

"I understand, aunt."

"...Um."

After staring at Lux for a while, Tiana turned around and took a step forward, but suddenly stopped.

"Aunt...do you...have anything else to say?"

"...No."

After responding calmly, Tiana left the living room, leaving Lux with a puzzled look on her face.

Until the footsteps disappeared.

"Bang~!"

"Hoo~!"

Lux wiped the non-existent sweat from her head and let out a long sigh of relief.

"Fortunately, fortunately, my aunt didn't find out..."

After looking around again and confirming that there was no one around, Lux slowly picked up the drawing board covering the sofa.

The person painted on it was the person the girl had been thinking about day and night.

Looking at the face in the painting, Lux's crystal red lips wrinkled slightly.

"Hmph! Damn Li En, you haven't come back to see me for such a long time. Next time we meet, I will teach you a lesson!"

She was murmuring to the portrait on the drawing board. Although she was clearly complaining, a smile appeared on the corner of Lux's mouth.