4. Reward After Work
Do you still need to choose?
Xia Yi already had an answer in her heart.
What is she lacking now?
Majesty!
That's right, due to a series of actions she had taken earlier, everyone in the Dragon Palace now thought of her as a mascot.
And isn't this job the best opportunity to establish authority?
The little princess is not afraid of difficult tasks.
Back when she was the Human Sword Saint, she had traveled across this land and faced all kinds of hardships.
Even when facing the threat of death, he never backed down.
It was in such an environment that the Human Sword Saint honed his excellent swordsmanship and a firm sword heart.
The disappearance of the dragons only further highlighted the danger of the task.
If she could really complete it, investigate the disaster in Golde, and even resolve it, then as Sera said, the dragon race would gain the faith of the people of Golde.
And within the dragon race, they would also admire Xia Yi for accomplishing this feat.
Thus, authority would be in hand!
In this way, no one would treat her as a mascot anymore.
"Sera, do you think I'm scared?" Xia Yi smiled.
"Your Highness, my opinion is that—it's better to leave such a dangerous task to someone else."
"Wrong!"
Xia Yi shook her finger.
"If it's just about retreating because of threats, then what's the difference from a cowardly mediocrity? The reason why the royal family is the royal family is that they are different from ordinary dragons! I accept this mission, and I will let the entire dragon race see what the way of a king is, thereby changing everyone's impression of me!"
"…I understand."
Sera was a bit surprised but still very respectful of Xia Yi's choice.
She had thought that the Princess would not be too interested in these matters and would not want to take risks…
But the enthusiasm shown by the Princess was indeed strong.
Although the Princess usually likes to be willful, loves to cause trouble, and is incredibly tsundere, her strength is real.
Just in terms of talent, being able to defeat an enemy of a higher tier with her third tier strength is something not many can do.
It's just that because other aspects of her personality are too noticeable, many people overlook this fact.
Perhaps this action of the Princess will remind everyone of this once again.
"Sera, when can we set off for this mission?" Xia Yi asked.
"Anytime, Princess, it's up to your will."
…
Dragon Palace, the Queen's Office.
"Lucia, it seems you have something to say?"
Xia Lulu was processing documents with her head down.
And Lucia stood by the side.
"Will it disturb you if I talk to you now, Your Majesty?"
"No."
Xia Lulu wrote her comments on a document, placed it aside, and then picked up another to start browsing through.
The whole process was smooth and uninterrupted.
"It's about the Princess."
"Xia Yi?"
"Yes, Your Majesty, this is just my personal opinion, please forgive me for speaking out, but this task is too dangerous for the Princess."
Lucia started to worry.
"Previously, our kin sent to Golde encountered misfortune while on an investigative mission, and there has been no word from them, not even a warning, which is extremely rare. I believe that if there is an enemy, this enemy may know the dragon race very well."
The dragon race is a very powerful species on this land.
The dragons sent there were of third-tier strength.
That is to say, the level of danger is at least above the third tier.
"Sera will also go with Xia Yi," Xia Lulu said.
"Your Majesty, the Princess is still young," Lucia couldn't help but remind, "At her age, I was still fighting with my sister over toys."
Xia Lulu's pen stopped.
She understood what Lucia was saying.
Perhaps with normal thinking, the little princess of the dragon race should be raised in the palace, shielded from the storms of life, allowed to enjoy her time now, and then when she grows up a bit, she can start learning how to become the Dragon Queen.
But…
Xia Lulu could clearly feel that the time left for the dragon race was running out.
Just like the humidity in the air before a storm, it was palpable.
If nothing is done and the storm really comes, can you shout at the rain to slow down and wait for you to go home and bring in the laundry?
Impossible.
"This is the fate of the royal family, Lucia. Ordinary dragons can live the life they like in their youth without thinking about the future, but the royal family is different. If the royal family is compared to ordinary dragons, then what makes them royal?" Xia Lulu questioned.
Lucia bowed her head, "I apologize, Your Majesty. Since this is your decision, I will support it unconditionally."
Knock, knock, knock.
There was a knock at the door.
"Hehe, it's me!"
Outside was the proud voice of the little princess.
"Your Majesty, I shall take my leave now."
After saying this, Lucia went to open the door.
Xia Yi, upon seeing Lucia, paused for a moment, looking a bit embarrassed, but fortunately, after Lucia bowed and left without saying more, she hurried into Xia Lulu's room and closed the door behind her.
"Daughter, you've come to see me, is there something you need?" Xia Lulu asked cheerfully.
"What else could it be? Xia Lulu, it's about those work matters," Xia Yi said.
"Are you referring to the investigation in Golde? I had Sera convey the details of the job to you earlier."
"Of course."
"So, what is your decision?"
"Do you even need to ask? This job is a piece of cake for me. Don't forget who I am! I am the Human Sword Saint, I dare to take on even the most outrageous tasks, who could be braver than me?"
Xia Yi placed her small hand on her chest.
It seemed that challenging the Silver Dragon Queen was a matter of pride for her.
"I see, it looks like you haven't disappointed me, daughter. Well then, if you complete this task, I might have a reward for you~"
"A reward? Hah? What you say doesn't interest me at all! Don't get too full of yourself, Xia Lulu," Xia Yi scoffed.
"That makes me so sad, daughter."
Xia Lulu feigned sorrow.
Good!
Xia Yi wanted to see this expression on Xia Lulu's face; the woman was too conceited.
"Of course, Xia Lulu, the person I care about the least is you!" Xia Yi continued her assault, "How about that, are you sad now, upset, unable to accept it~"
"Yes, I am a bit unable to accept it."
Xia Lulu sighed, stood up, and walked over to her daughter.
"I'm surprised you're so stubborn. If you really weren't interested in me, why would you secretly wear my clothes? It's clear you like them too much, always wanting to be like me."
"What? I, I… that's not…"
Oh no!
Xia Yi inwardly cursed her luck.
She was too eager to come over and show off to Xia Lulu, forgetting to change back into her own clothes!
But Xia Lulu wouldn't give Xia Yi a chance to think of a comeback, her silver eyes seemed to see right through her daughter's thoughts, continuing her relentless pursuit.
"Daughter, if you admit defeat now, I might just give you a little spoiler about the reward for completing the task. It's definitely something that will satisfy you~"
If something unspeakable happens to Xia Lulu, no matter how interesting this is, I’m dropping.
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