บท 177: Using Chaos to Reap Profits

Olrich's attention dropped back onto the kneeling messengers.

"You, tell the Water Kingdom Alliance King to give Great Void free passage and not gather any troops until we tell him to.

You, when the Prosperous Wind Empire sends a messenger to request assistance, have him wait for a day, then tell that as his father-in-law, the third prince's pain is my pain. Therefore, the Holy Flame Empire will back them in this war. Then send him away.

Also, for the next three days, I will enter secluded Cultivation and will not see anyone. Court dismissed."

If the first two orders gained the approval of the officials, the third took them aback. However, they dared not object and excused themselves. Olrich then led Konrad back to his study.

"Although I will not be available to guide your training for the next three days, I hope you will still practice diligently."

"I will never disappoint your expectations."

Konrad replied in a bow.