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Chapter 162 - 161

Swain remained calm, already aware that the boy before him was beginning to waver.Perhaps, all they need to do is add fuel to the fire to see the desired result:"I have already seen the end of the Lightshield Family, and we are happy to accept you, even though we were once enemies.""No matter what! Lightshield will perish with Demacia!"Jarvan's words remained firm; he knew Noxus was definitely plotting something. But he firmly believed that Lightshield and Demacia were of one mind and would ultimately overcome the difficulties."I don't deny your will, but I need you to demonstrate your abilities." Swain remained noncommittal."Strength?"At the end of the meeting, Jarvan suddenly became serious, his gaze boldly sweeping over the remaining silent figures in Council Hall, and said loudly:"I've always heard that every member of the Trifarix Council possesses extraordinary abilities. Could you please tell me the names of the Noxus council members?"He believed these people wouldn't refuse him, because this was Noxus, a Noxus that considered strength as honor!Swain's eyes were indifferent, and he saw through his intentions at a glance. He did not make any extra movements, but simply leaned back in his chair, a slight smile playing on his lips.Upon hearing Jarvan's question, Draven couldn't help but grin and say:" Draven, Imperial Executioner, you are welcome to challenge me in Arena at any time, as long as you are prepared to end up in the West City Medical Clinic.""However, I heard you sparred with Darius a few times, so you should be able to fight me a few times over. Don't worry, I'll find a good doctor for you in the west of the city before we fight, to prevent you from getting too badly injured."Draven wore a bloodthirsty smile, as if he wanted to fight Jarvan for three hundred rounds." Councillor Draven, I'll remember this! I'll challenge you when I have time!" Jarvan said seriously.Draven's words gave him a new idea: Immortal Bastion was the capital of the Noxus Empire, and its most elite forces must have gathered there.With Lightshield Bulwark's hundred-strong team accompanying us this time, we might have a chance to investigate the situation.At this moment, Camille, sitting on the other side, rested her chin on one hand and said in a teasing voice:"Listen up, kid, my name is Camille Ferros."" Ferros from Piltover!?"Jarvan blurted it out, clearly recognizing Ferros's name."Not bad, it seems there are still people in Demacia who remember us."Camille smiled gently, glancing at Jarvan as if she knew exactly what he was thinking:"Put away your clumsy and shallow ideas; we have our own way of surviving."Jarvan felt a slight chill and turned his gaze to the last member of parliament present.There were many spots in the hall, many of which were marked with different symbols. Jarvan guessed that these were symbols representing the corresponding members of parliament.The last member of parliament was an extremely young and beautiful woman, but behind her chair was a spider weaving its web.Elise smiled sweetly, her red lips slightly parted:" Elise, welcome to the Zaavan family."Jarvan was slightly startled by " Zaavan ".This family once wielded immense power in Noxus, and countless Demacia heroes died at their hands."I'd be happy to go if I have the time," Jarvan said politely.He recalled the atrocities committed by the Zaavan family in their family records, which documented the torture and deaths of countless Demacia prisoners. He wished he could tear them to pieces right now.Although the idea of ​​children paying for their fathers' debts goes against Demacia's principles, and even though the recent hatred is decades old and has nothing to do with this woman.But the national and personal grievances remain, and Jarvan feels he has no right to forgive the deceased on their behalf.The hatred between Noxus and Demacia will never be forgotten because of the signing of a peace treaty.However, they will temporarily switch to a new battlefield.On another battlefield where blood is not seen, their communication and confrontation will be more frequent.After a while, as the Council Hall doors opened again, Jarvan composed himself and walked out of the Council Hall."what happened?"As soon as he stepped outside, his brows furrowed and a flash of anger crossed his eyes.On Whitestone Square, General Laurent, who should have been waiting there, was lying on the ground with the gleaming tip of a gun pressed against his neck.If the gun had been just an inch further forward, General Laurent would have been killed on the spot." Noxus cannot be insulted!"After Xin Zhao finished speaking coldly, he holstered his gun without hesitation, turned around, and left without looking back.Only a silhouette of long, flowing hair and black armor remained, causing Jarvan to clench his fists.He quickly stepped forward, helped General Laurent up, and said with a serious expression:" General Laurent, what just happened?"Laurent Old General took a couple of deep breaths, his age-spotted face showing signs of weariness and resentment:"Your Highness, it's nothing serious, just a little argument.""General, we represent Demacia, and it is not the right time to make enemies with Noxus," Jarvan advised.Upon hearing this, Laurent Old General's eyes flickered, but he asked calmly:"Your Highness, what was the outcome of your discussion?"Jarvan sighed, briefly recounted what had happened in the inner room, and concluded:"I will send someone back to The Capital to inform my father, and the final agreement will be signed by both parties.""By the way, Laurent Old General. We can't come here empty-handed. Fighting is rampant in Noxus. We can demonstrate our strength to gather more intelligence on Noxus," Jarvan said after a moment's thought.Not a single mistake, not a single song, not a single post, not a single piece of content, not a single 6-9 book, not a single bar, take a look!After centuries of hostility, the two sides should have known each other quite well.He used to think so too, but Noxus's progress has exceeded everyone's expectations.The red-haired woman he randomly encountered today was definitely not a kind person.Such a product might not even be considered a top contender in the Noxus lineup.They must use every moment to acquire everything relevant to this place."Since it is Your Highness's will, then I will make the arrangements immediately."Laurent Old General did not deny it; instead, he readily agreed.However, he doesn't approve of the plan right now. The more information they can gather, the more they themselves will be exposed.For the weaker party, it's even more important to cultivate an image of strength. Regardless of its authenticity, this will make Noxus hesitant.When all their cards are revealed to the opponent, that will be the end for Demacia.Prince Jarvan was practically raised by him; with the other's talent, he shouldn't have acted so unwisely."Your Highness."On the way back to camp, Laurent Old General couldn't help but ask:"Won't this expose the strength of Lightshield Bulwark?""What?"Jarvan looked preoccupied and didn't hear what the old general said."Cough cough."Just as the old general was about to say something, his previous injuries were aggravated, and he began to cough violently, even coughing up two mouthfuls of blood."Old General!"Jarvan snapped back to reality, hurriedly helped the old general to the side to rest."General, you call this nothing? We'll head to the west of the city for treatment right now; there are plenty of doctors there."West of the city? Why is Your Highness so familiar with Immortal Bastion?Suddenly, he remembered a piece of information that Garen had once mentioned, information that had been personally recounted by the former Prince Jarvan.A terrible thought slowly surfaced in his mind, and he couldn't shake it off.Laurent Old General coughed twice more, then waved his hand and said:"It's just bruises from the previous battle, nothing serious. We have doctors in our army too. Your Highness, when shall we return to Demacia?"

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