ragginovel Chapter 2640 There is a Way
Chapter 2640 There is a Way
Chapter 2640 There is a Way
The treasure of the Solaris Kingdom.
Rui had learned about it in his research into the Solaris Kingdom.
The very moment he did, he knew that he wanted a part of it. His entire act thus far was all to get his hands on the treasure. In reality, he couldn't give a rat's ass about what the Martial Artists of the Solaris Kingdom thought of him. Queen Lianiala hadn't missed his sharp U-turn on the matter, recognizing his intentions. "You are more crafty than your profile suggests, Prince Rui."
Rui shrugged. "I haven't the faintest idea what you speak of, dear Queen."
Both Amare and Queen Lianiala gazed at him with a dubious expression.
"...Regardless, I'm glad that you have changed your mind," she continued. "I am willing to impart you with the national treasure of the Solaris Kingdom, the Blood of Solaris himself, in exchange for your services."
Rui's eyes lit up with delight.
The Blood of Solaris.
Every year, at sharp noon on the hottest day of the Summer Solstice, the Solaris Kingdom engaged in a ritual worship of the glory of the Sun. It was said that if the Sun God Solaris was pleased by the ritual, he would offer a few drops of his godly blood to his descendants.
It was said that anybody who consumed even a drop of his blood would be able to draw power from the Sun, replenishing their stamina and empowering their Martial Body. In other words, it was an esoteric substance that induced genetic changes in one's genome, inducing a physiological trait similar to photosynthesis.
What stunned Rui for the most was the fact that all of this information was accurate. As nonsensical as it sounded, the Blood of Solaris was truly real, and it was able to do exactly what the legends stated.
"No..." Amare's expression grew complicated as her eyes bore on Rui.
In turn, he found himself glaring at the queen.
Unfortunately, she was right. The greater the number of nations who weren't inclined to take part in the unified Sage task force, the less willing the remaining nations were. That was why he had gone to such lengths in the Republic of Gorteau to ensure he got at least twelve of their fifteen Sages to partake in the task force.
"Frankly, this nation does not deserve my services."
The queen narrowed her eyes at his sharp words.
"But..." He shook his head. "Your rationale is compelling."
Her expression softened. "I'm pleased that you are able to see reason."
"It is not I who was unable in the first place," he scoffed. "It is your people who are being unreasonable. I don't know how you expect me to convince your people that I'm not cursed when they have been brainwashed to believe that pure black is cursed."
"There is a way," her tone was firm. "The same way that I became queen."
Rui's eyes lit up. "You mean...?"
A small smile cracked at the edge of her golden lips. "How good is your light bending?"
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