Chapter 287: Heartbroken

However, she hoped even more that this mission could be completed smoothly.

In that way, her son would not have to suffer.

And just after Cynthia walked out of the room.

Xiao Yao spoke up.

"Mother, what do we do now!"

Her voice carried a sobbing tone.

Cynthia, however, ignored her and walked straight outside.

Not long after, two luxurious carriages stopped on the street.

Cynthia and Xiao Yao were taken into the carriage.

As for Ash, he was locked in another carriage.

He felt a bit strange.

But he did not think too much about it.

At this moment, the carriage had already slowly driven out of the Royal City.

On the way, Xiao Yao could not help but ask.

"Father, will that big bad guy really be killed!"

Her eyes carried a trace of worry.

She was a kind-hearted girl.

"Rest assured, I guarantee he won't live for many more days!"

Cynthia said through gritted teeth.

She did not state the specific reason, but Xiao Yao understood.

That Maple Leaf Prince had not only ruined Ash's life.

But also her father's life.

Her eyes moistened, but she did not know how to help her father.

However, at this moment, Xiao Yao suddenly remembered something and said immediately.

"Mother, should we notify Teacher!"

At this moment, Xiao Yao could not care about much else.

In her impression, her teacher was very powerful and might be able to save her brother.

However, just as her voice fell.

Cynthia shook her head and said.

"We cannot tell him yet.

Once we send Ash into the Royal Court, I will notify Teacher.

If he is willing to intervene, we will send Ash away.

But you must also promise me not to reveal your identity!"

Cynthia's voice was extremely serious.

After all, she could be said to have betrayed His Majesty this time.

"Yes, Mother, I know!"

Xiao Yao nodded.

And just as their voices fell.

Noisy sounds came from outside the carriage.

"This time, we must not let these rebels go!"

The voice rang out, and Xiao Yao looked outside through the curtain.

She saw dense crowds of soldiers on the street.

They were wearing armor.

Exuding a fierce aura.

They were clearly the elites of the Magic Flame Empire.

A look of horror appeared in Cynthia's eyes.

She had not expected His Majesty to send so many soldiers to the border.

However, it was too late to retreat now.

Because they were already in the central area of the city.

Surrounded by military camps.

There was no way she could break out.

Thinking of this, she could not help but feel heartbroken.

She then said.

"We are doomed. You go first and find a hidden place to hide.

I will hold them off.

Once His Majesty arrives, you will be free!"

After these words, Cynthia pushed open the window directly.

And threw a signal flare toward the city wall.

This was a specially made signal flare of the Magic Flame Empire.

After tracing an arc in the sky, it disappeared into the horizon instantly.

At this moment, four soldiers of the Magic Flame Legion arrived on the city tower.

The leading general shouted.

"Who goes there!"

Although the other party was just an ordinary soldier.

Cynthia drew her sword without hesitation and pointed it at him, saying.

"You dare to assassinate the Emperor; today is your doomsday!"

Cynthia shouted loudly.

At this moment, she felt no fear at all.

"Hmph, His Majesty was magnanimous and forgave your sins.

But you are still stubborn and unrepentant.

Since that is the case, then die!"

The commander of the Magic Flame Legion said coldly.

At the same time, he raised the battle blade in his hand.

Cynthia, however, felt no fear.

A ferocious look appeared on her lips.

She then prepared to fight to the death.

However, just as she was about to act.

A battle cry rang out.

Then, a figure flew out.

He had a sturdy build, with muscles bulging all over his body.

He clenched his fist and smashed it toward the commander.

"Bang!"

With one strike, the commander of the Magic Flame Legion was sent flying.

His chest collapsed, and his entire body shattered in an instant.

"Ding, congratulations to the host, you have obtained 2000 merit points!"

The system's voice rang out.

Making a look of excitement appear on Xiao Yao's face.

Cynthia's eyes, however, were extremely complex.

She then looked at Xiao Yao beside her and said softly.

"Xiao Yao, let me take you and run!"

This woman had never begged anyone before.

But at this moment, she had made a decision.

After all, if Xiao Yao stayed with her, she would surely die.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yao did not refuse.

However, looking at the black mass of soldiers in the distance.

Xiao Yao hesitated.

She did not want to put her sister at risk.

"Xiao Yao, hurry, we have no other choice!"

Cynthia urged.

Then, the two of them took advantage of the chaos and fled into the distance.

However, just after they had gone less than a few hundred meters.

"Haha, if we catch that girl, His Majesty will surely reward us!"

An arrogant voice rang out.

Then, a group of crossbowmen stood behind Xiao Yao.

Sharp arrows flashed with cold light.

Causing a look of panic to finally appear on Xiao Yao's face.

"Whoosh!"

The arrows had arrived in front of them in the blink of an eye.

"Clang!"

The sound of blades piercing the air rang out.

"Roar!"

At the same time, it was accompanied by a beast's roar.

Causing Xiao Yao to close her eyes involuntarily.

But at this moment, a figure blocked in front of her.

His arms were as thick as iron pillars.

He actually used his hands to hard-block the arrows.

Then, he roared even louder.

"Beast, if you dare to hurt a single hair on Xiao Yao, I will slaughter you!"

The voice was incredibly loud and deafening.

And after his words fell.

Xiao Yao opened her eyes.

Then, she saw a heroic young man standing before her.

His eyes even revealed a rich murderous aura.

Causing her tears to burst forth in an instant.

"Xiao Yao!"

The handsome young man recognized his sister's appearance and could not help but shout.

At this moment, the vice-commander of the Magic Flame Legion had reacted.

Looking at Xiao Yao in front of him, he said viciously.

"Bitch, you dare to ambush the general? I will kill you!"

The voice rang out.

He raised his spear and thrust it toward Xiao Yao.

However, just as the spear was about to reach her.

The general swung a steel whip to strike.

"Slap!"

The sound was incredibly crisp, and it directly whipped the soldier into a mist of blood.

Then, Xiao Yao's figure was saved.

Afterward, Xiao Yao threw herself into his arms.

Crying out:

Everything happened too suddenly, making her feel like she was dreaming.

"It's me, it's your brother, you have suffered!"

Xiao Yao and Ash, the brother and sister, embraced and wept.

On the other side, Cynthia stared blankly at the changes in the scene.

She had not expected things to develop this way.

The one who had saved her life during her most desperate moment was actually her niece.

At this moment, looking at the two, she could not help but sigh.

Xiao Yao, meanwhile, raised her head.

Her eyes revealed a look of determination, and she said slowly.

"Aunt, let's go!"

The voice rang out, and she pulled Cynthia and ran toward the distance.

Her speed was very fast, and coupled with the people they encountered blocking the way...