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So when this ends Under the Oak Tree is over? It’s going to be devastating
ch 429 Chapter 190
Under the Oak Tree
Fantasy · Suji Kim
WTH now!! Poor Maxi can’t catch a break
As she surreptitiously let go of her breath, a faint flash lit up the sky. Startled, Maxi's head jerked up. Deep rumbles filled the air. Soon after, a violent snowstorm erupted.
Under the Oak Tree
Fantasy · Suji Kim
I believe this has everything to do with her being Riftans wife and entire ❤️
"That would still be true for a smaller group, my lady," Gabel said firmly. "We cannot afford to be ambushed like last time. You must allow high-ranking knights to escort you."
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Well that will be discreet.
With the plan in place, the mages went their separate ways. While the others dispersed north and east, Maxi made her way to the west gate with Sidina. Soon, they were joined by Gabel, Garrow, Princess Agnes, and about twenty of her knights.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Thank goodness Annette is focused. We need to love to fight on!
"They will have to bear it for now. This golem is our priority," Anette replied brusquely. She retrieved a fresh sheet of parchment and continued working.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Umm I think it’s time for Riftan to turn around and come back and save them
Yet, they could not defend the entire city's ramparts with only ten mages. Boulders smashed into the battlements and castle towers. Soldiers were caught in the barrage, with some flung off the walls. To Maxi, she was trapped in a nightmare.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Why is she not sleeping in her bed with Riftan I’m sure he didn’t go to bed either but at least he would go there to find her
The day flew by. After working on the magical devices late into the night, Maxi curled up and slept soundly in the shared billet. Upon waking, she willed her stiff body to sit up and peered out the window. The silvery rays of dawn were slowly taking over the dark sky.
Under the Oak Tree
Fantasy · Suji Kim
It’s everything hitting at once. This isn’t just about Riftans decision
The self-control she had barely managed to maintain until now finally crumbled. Frustration came in waves as sobs racked her body.
Under the Oak Tree
Fantasy · Suji Kim
😂😂😂
"I left him with Sir Kuahel. He seemed to have something to discuss with him in private."
Under the Oak Tree
Fantasy · Suji Kim
Maybe Riftan should just pack up his wife and knights and go back to Antol until it gets figured out Why should he risk his life and his people’s lives when kings can’t be bothered Riftan can defend his land. It’s all the others who can’t
"Well, the entire continent is suffering from famine because of the abnormal climate, and many landed nobles have already paid hefty taxes to fund the campaign to the Pamela Plateau. Since there is no question that additional demands for supplies will be met with fierce opposition, it's no surprise the monarchs want to push the burden onto each other."
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Has Maxi even gotten a chance to restore her mana. Or have a nap
Chaos ensued. The troops camped outside Vesmore began pouring into the city to avoid the sudden snowfall, and Riftan promptly convened the commanding officers of each kingdom for an emergency meeting.
Under the Oak Tree
Fantasy · Suji Kim
It Uly had a tail it would be wagging
"It is Sir Riftan who deserves the praise. We were mere messengers," Ulyseon said, brimming with pride.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
I just love him. So much love ❤️
Her face was hidden beneath the hood of her robe. When she spoke, Ulyseon brightened as if only just noticing her.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Puppy!!! Uly it’s so good to have you back!! He’s the bestest boy
Maxi's eyes widened. Standing before them with a smug look on his face was Ulyseon Rovar. No one had seen him since Riftan had deployed him on a separate mission.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
"That will not be necessary," Kuahel said, supporting Maxi by the forearm. "I can take her back, so you—"
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
Wow
All of this happened in the blink of an eye. Having finished off two lizardmen without breaking a sweat, Kuahel turned his gaze to Maxi and asked, "Are you all right?"
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
They now had enough food to sustain three thousand soldiers for half a month. Not only that, but Dristan had also provided five hundred additional troops. Even so, Maxi found it difficult to feel happy about all of this, as the person tasked to lead Dristan's cavalry was none other than Princess Lienna herself.
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
So this princess bish gets to flirt with Riftan, rub it in Maxi’s face and gets Maxi’s land. Now I really want to slap her
"That is what we wanted everyone to think. Secret agreements between two kingdoms are best kept private, after all."
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
I get she didn’t want the land but there is a Huge part of me that is aggravated that the King and her husband made this decision without so much as a thought of her and what she earned and quite frankly deserved
"The taxes paid by the duchy may be astronomical, but the cost of protecting it is not much different. King Reuben had already sent word to King Thorben that he was willing to negotiate over the eastern territories, and Lienna Thorben was sent here with her brother's response."
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Fantasy · Suji Kim
I can already see Maxi sizing up these women
As they moved beyond the outskirts, a small market and stone citadel came into view. Riftan stopped the army at the castle gate, where the mistress of Darund and her maidservants emerged to greet them.
Under the Oak Tree
Fantasy · Suji Kim