Catastrophe Card King
Chapter 1314 - Chapter 1314 403

Chapter 1314: 403 Chapter 1314: 403 The forceful punch clashed with the Storm Greatsword, resulting in a stalemate.

Among the Secret Guard, only the team leader Smith knew the specifics of their mission this time.

But when she looked at the formidable figure in the distance, she was also greatly surprised: “Miss’s friend is actually this strong?”

It was only at that moment that she understood why her young mistress had been so confident when she said “there shouldn’t be any surprises.”

Turns out, the man who had been ridiculed by everyone in the Alliance Army for indulging in the pleasures of women and not leaving his room for days, was actually powerful to a degree that was beyond comprehension.

If he had been Seventh Rank, Smith wouldn’t have been so shocked.

But the thing was, the opponent was only Sixth Tier!

Leonard Churchill, because of his status as a fugitive, had always had a not-so-low profile in the Alliance Army. After the banquet that day, every major family had dug out every piece of information on him they could find.

Everyone had speculated one thing, he couldn’t possibly be Seventh Rank, at most Fifth Tier.

However, it was because of this preconceived notion that the sight before the Secret Guards seemed like a dream, almost unreal.

Surprised as they were, without the slightest delay, Smith commanded: “Attack!”

Several Secret Guards charged towards the battlefield without a trace of fear.

…

Leonard Churchill’s perception was much weaker than that of General Logan, whose Domain covered the area around them.

But having felt the changes in his opponent’s aura earlier, he had guessed that Catherine Carter’s reinforcements had arrived.

Looking at those rapidly approaching figures, Leonard Churchill clicked his tongue, the hint of excitement in his eyes suddenly dissipating by half.

Having reinforcements was good, it meant that there were no more variables in the battle.

But for him, the pleasure of challenging a strong opponent had also come to an end.

“Still a long way off…”

Leonard Churchill looked at General Logan, whose fighting intent was clearly fading, and muttered to himself.

The old man likewise knew that the battle was over.

To struggle further, even if it meant killing a few more Secret Guards, would only bring a more cruel end to his family and friends, and was meaningless.

Leonard Churchill also lost interest in an opponent who had completely lost the will to fight.

However, he had to admit that Logan was indeed strong.

If it had been a one-on-one duel without outside interference, he would not have been able to win.

Unless he used the power sealed within the “Seventh Unleash: Taboo” of the Black Demon Gloves without regard for the consequences, he would likely have to flee.

“Ah…”

Leonard Churchill let out a disinterested sigh and charged again.

After all, the arriving Secret Guards were Catherine Carter’s most loyal protectors, and he couldn’t just watch them fall here.

Originally, Leonard Churchill could already withstand Logan’s attacks, and with these elite Secret Guards joining in, the battle ended quickly.

Of course, the most important factor was that Logan himself had lost the will to fight to the death.

After all, he was a high-ranking general of the Alliance Army and, even knowing the outcome of his defeat, he did not say the word “surrender.”

From the moment Logan gave up resistance, Leonard Churchill knew he wanted to give his people a chance.

In the end, he left the esteemed old warrior from the East Wilderness his dignity, capturing him alive but critically injured.

A living General Logan allowed Catherine Carter to deal with certain internal affairs of the Alliance Army more effectively.

…

The battle was over.

Leonard Churchill, having expended a great deal of Curse Power, was now meditating cross-legged amidst the battlefield left in ruins.

The task of cleaning up the battleground and finding the other corpses was left to a few Secret Guards.

Team leader Smith came over to greet him.

Underneath the hood was the stern face of a female assassin of considerable strength, particularly notable for her outstanding stealth abilities.

Leonard Churchill wasn’t surprised; after spending so many days with Catherine Carter, the discovery wasn’t strange.

About ten or so minutes later, several more people arrived at Silverlight Forest.

The leader was none other than Catherine Carter, her brow covered in fine sweat, indicating that she had pushed herself hard to get here.

Seeing Leonard Churchill still alive, the young miss of the Lionheart family also heaved a sigh of relief.

On the other side, the critically wounded and captured General Logan, despite his expectations, looked somber as he saw the approaching Allied Commander.

Her arrival meant that all arrangements were in place.

Without any chance of good fortune or justification, General Logan directly stated, “I will relinquish all my arrangements and powers. I do not seek to live. Could you, for my decades of service to the Lionheart Legion, spare a few lives? After all, some of my old friends were not involved; please show mercy…”

If this went to a military court, for a high-ranking general of the Allied Forces to cut down an outsider would not count as a major crime.

But everyone present was wise, and with matters having come to this point, there was no room for sophistry.

Logan knew that his death was certain today.

In the East Wilderness, he might be able to lead what was left of his forces to a remote area and barely survive.

But this was the Old Continent.

The Ariel Empire of the Southern Continent did not take prisoners; there was not even a chance to defect–only the road to death.

He had not fought to the death earlier for this very moment, to retain a bit of human decency.

Catherine Carter, with her wisdom, saw through his intentions at a glance. With a cold and dignified look, she firmly agreed, “Good!”

Then she added, “The war report for the Allied Forces will state that General Logan was attacked by the Vanguard Legion of the Southern Continent and died valiantly in battle.”

Upon hearing these words, Logan’s eyes, which had already abandoned hope, suddenly lit up. To preserve his reputation even in death was the best outcome he could hope for.

It also meant that the impact of this upheaval would be minimized, and as many people as possible associated with him would survive.

As regret washed over his face, he said, “Thank you, Commander.”

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