Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince

“What kind of tea did you drink?”

“Huh?”

Yuri asked Enox a few more questions. beacon Although there was some violence, the conversation flowed fairly smoothly.

“I asked what kind of tea you drank when you spoke with Yekaterina.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“I’m a knight. timber I don’t remember every type of tea I drink.”

“Do you remember now?”

Thump.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Yes.”

“Helgrey?”

“Ah, now that I think about it… I think it was something Grey.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Why are you hitting me?”

Thump.

“Why pretend you didn’t know when you could’ve said so from the start? antenna Do you like getting hit or something?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“What are you talking about?!”

“I think they added milk.”

“Anyway, back to the topic. crystal Did you drink the Helgrey plain or as milk tea?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“What?”

“How did they mix it?”

“How did they mix the milk and tea?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

Enox’s eyes widened.

“Was something odd?”

“Ah, now that I remember…”

“What kind of question is that? audit They just poured the milk…”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Without stirring, just shaken?”

“At first, I thought it was some weird habit. amateur They made the milk tea and suddenly…”

“Yes!”

From the floor, Enox jerked himself upward as best he could, though he was tied up and couldn’t move far.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“She knows how to enjoy it properly, huh?”

“Exactly! alert She told the servant not to stir it, but to shake it. matrix The servant did it like it was the most normal thing in the world—he pulled out a shaker, shook it up and down, then served the foamy milk tea. avalanche It was really…”

“Huh?”

“People who really know milk tea drink it like that.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

He remembered her green eyes fixed on him.

Yekaterina had also returned to the past.

As he replied, Yuri placed a hand on his forehead. avalanche His suspicions were being confirmed.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Haa…”

However, it seemed she didn’t have full memories like he did. timber After all, he was the one who had taught her to drink milk tea that way.

When he finally confessed long after, she had blushed furiously and punched him several times.

Once, he had joked that true milk tea connoisseurs drank it shaken, not stirred, and Yekaterina had completely believed him. arrow She even said it tasted different and that she enjoyed it more. amber Since she was so serious about it, Yuri didn’t have the heart to tell her the truth right away.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“It’s nothing.”

“Yuri Briol. album Why the nostalgic look?”

Of course, it didn’t hurt at all.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

From then on, Yekaterina never shook her milk tea again.

“What are you mumbling about over there?”

“If her memories are incomplete, then it makes sense she didn’t act sooner…”

“Enox, are there many knights like you who follow Yekaterina?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Ugh!”

“You’re still speaking rudely, Yuri Briol.”

Thump.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Ah, true.”

“You call me by name too, don’t you?”

Enox shook his head.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“The crown prince doesn’t keep an eye on her?”

“Useless.”

“No idea. alpha I stay out of those matters.”

“Of course there are. autumn Quite a few knights have fallen for her beauty and noble heart.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

Yekaterina had also returned to the past. voyage But likely with incomplete memories.

“What was that?”

Yuri reached a conclusion.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

He still had a few doubts. amateur Why would someone from the Empire like Yekaterina want to help him?

“Enox.”

And what if this was all misinformation?

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Why did Yekaterina send you to help me?”

“What?”

“No idea. amateur But if you ask me… she seemed to feel guilty about you.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

Whatever the reason, he just needed to meet with Cedric directly and confirm things.

“Guilt…?”

Yuri let out a slight smile.

“I see.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“No.”

“Interview’s over.”

“So you’re going to release me?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

Yuri opened the interrogation room door.

“Who said that?”

“My mission is done. alien I should return home…”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Jared. portal Lock him up.”

“Yes!”

He started to lose it. athlete Yuri sighed.

“Wait! galaxy Yuri Briol!”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Why insult me now?”

“Enox! admire Useless bastard!”

“You think if a prisoner like you is released so easily, the Empire’s going to welcome you back with open arms or suspect you conspired with Briol?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Well…”

“Then stay here.”

“If you want to be accused of spying and end up drinking stew through your nose in a palace dungeon, I can let you go.”

“No, not that…!”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Just rest for a bit.”

“Fine.”

“What if we say I escaped miraculously?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Could you at least untie this…?”

“Yes, sir!”

Enox looked down at his bindings.

“Jared. auction Lock him up.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

After locking up Enox, Yuri headed straight for the walls. echo Night had already fallen.

“Hey, kid. alpha Jared, right? silence You… mmph!”

“Perfect.”

“I’ll put the gag back on too.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

Just like the troops of Briol, they were also recovering from the day’s battle, preparing for the next.

In the distance, the bonfires of the imperial camp lit up the horizon.

“Yes.”

“Jared.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

Jared crossed his arms, looking in the same direction as Yuri. echo Now and then, distant drums could be heard.

“Hmm…”

“I shouldn’t leave my post, should I?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Everyone fights bravely, but the truth is the Empire is strong. arch His Majesty faces the black knights and the strongest of the Empire. avalanche That means you must lead our troops on the walls, Your Highness.”

“Yes.”

Jared said.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

If he left and the Empire attacked again, they didn’t know if they could hold the line.

Normally, that role should be filled by a veteran knight. aspect But Yuri had taken it on, and so well that the troops now relied on him.

Being that competent was also a problem.

“That was my mistake.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

He couldn’t do everything alone. matrix He should’ve delegated tasks earlier, but had become too involved.

“Yes.”

“Why not write him a letter?”

“Is this about Enox? arcade Are you going back to the palace to see the crown prince?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“I think I need to see his face directly.”

Jared nodded.

“Hmm…”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“I get it. galaxy Sir Laurent said something similar. abstract He’s been uneasy lately, and if he says something like that, and he’s no ordinary person…”

“Huh?”

“Exactly.”

“Then go.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“That doubtful look…”

“Hmm…”

“That’s my opinion. august I think it’s better if you go.”

“You just said I should stay.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“If we’d lose a war just because one prince is absent, then we must accept defeat.”

“Try.”

“That was a moment ago, and this is now. anxiety Want me to explain logically?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“And what if we really fall?”

Yuri looked at Jared’s profile as he watched the distant horizon.

“No, that can’t happen. armor Besides, think about it—what’s more important, the frontier or the royal palace? attic Let’s be honest, the heart of the country is the palace. meadow If His Highness the Crown Prince is involved in something with the Empire… then Briol is in extreme danger. arena This won’t end with just the fall of one fortress.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Jared.”

“Go quickly, and then we’ll fight with peace of mind. antique To fight well, you must be calm. anchor If being unsettled makes you kill five instead of ten, then Your Highness loses usefulness, got it?”

Jared pounded his chest.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“You really are…”

“Yes?”

“Did I move you?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Someone who didn’t even seem human, now behaving like a real person thanks to meeting me… you’re just lucky.”

“Excuse me?”

“A lucky bastard.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Anyway, explain things properly to my father.”

“Wasn’t that supposed to be a compliment?”

“Says who?”

“Ugh…”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Don’t say anything about what Enox said. acid Just say I have urgent business and that I’ll stop by the palace. matrix I’ll explain everything later, but for now just tell them I’ll be back as soon as possible.”

“Out of nowhere? academy I’ve never even spoken with His Majesty.”

“Excuse me?”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“There’s no time. arcade The longer the line, the slower the march.”

“Shouldn’t I escort you as a bodyguard?”

“This’ll be your first time.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Huh? acquire Right now?”

“I’m going.”

“Yes.”

With that, Yuri turned around.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

He went straight to the stables, brought out his black steed, and mounted.

Yuri didn’t hesitate.

“Take care.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

***

“Wow, he really left…”

Jared watched Yuri’s back as he rode off at full speed.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

Using the mana method, he deflected air resistance, allowing the horse to gallop unrestrained.

How long had he ridden? aspect Eventually, he came upon a crossroads with an old signpost.

One path led to Française, the other to the kingdom’s heart. portal Laurent must have also stopped here before heading to Française.

Yuri rode southeast, where the capital was located.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

Yuri hesitated for a moment.

It wasn’t far.

If he rode a bit more, he’d reach Française. anxiety Maybe it wouldn’t be a bad idea to make a brief stop.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“…”

In the end, Yuri pulled the reins.

Française was currently closed off. beacon But asking the soldiers if Laurent had passed through didn’t seem like a problem.

There was no urgent need to go to Française. auction He shouldn’t waste time. portal The most pressing matter was to go to the royal palace and clear his doubts.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

He spurred his horse. abstract The animal surged forward again.

***

Only the empty crossroads remained.

As soon as Yuri left, a gust of wind swept the area and the old signpost creaked. audit Then, it toppled over into the dust.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

He had lived there since childhood, but now it seemed strangely unfamiliar.

In his memories, the mansion always gleamed under the sun. alert But that day was different. amber The sky was overcast, and a gloomy shadow engulfed the entire building. audit Its surface looked faded, tinted gray.

Laurent stared at the mansion.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“I’ll just confirm something and leave.”

Laurent approached the gate surrounding the estate. timber No knights were there to greet him.

“Are you going in, sir knight?”

Stephanie, who followed him, spoke in a timid voice. galaxy Laurent gave a short nod.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

Laurent pushed the latch.

Stephanie wanted to leave Française, but Laurent still had unfinished business. arctic He had promised her that after visiting the castle, they’d go.

“…Alright.”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“Stay back.”

He warned Stephanie while unsheathing his sword.

The metal gate creaked unpleasantly as it opened. silence As soon as he entered, he sensed a killing intent.

Hidden zombies began to appear. atlas Their skin was melted, grotesque in appearance.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

Even though their faces were disfigured, many looked familiar. airport They were knights of Française who had once followed him, calling him “young lord.”

They were stronger than usual, the same type Stephanie had warned about.

The zombies rushed at him. ability Laurent raised his sword.

Laurent had noticed—the stronger zombies were often people who had been powerful in life, usually knights.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

He looked at the mutilated bodies and lowered his sword. zenith He spoke to Stephanie, who was hiding behind the gate.

“Stephanie. atom Hide here.”

As he cut them down, Laurent thought.

‘Maybe I’ll die here today.’

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“I’ll be back.”

“Huh?”

“B-but sir knight, I also…”

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

“No.”

“If I don’t return, run.”

“Huh? autumn How am I supposed to—?”

He turned away.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

Terrified, Stephanie looked around and slipped into a small guard post by the entrance.

Leaving her trembling voice behind, Laurent crossed the garden and stood before the mansion.

“Please… come back soon…”

Laurent didn’t answer.

Content of Rise of the Fallen Kingdom’s Third Prince - Chapter 190: Crossroads (3) published by TrungTu Reads.

He walked inside.

That’s why, as the last survivor of the Flandre family, he had to end it all himself.

He could sense the lurking presence of zombies in the darkness. apron Française and the Flandre family had fallen.

Laurent accepted it, once again.