Chapter 551: Valuable Intelligence

Luoning had originally been quietly observing the battle from high in the sky; he also wanted to see just how far Aierlong could push himself when unleashing his full power.

It was just unexpected that Aifangsuo's fusion Magic of wind and water attributes gave the opponent a chance to escape.

Therefore, he could not help but take action, flashing over to land a kick on the opponent.

The waves on the sea surface were still surging, but Aifangsuo could no longer pay attention to the sound of these waves; Luoning's voice and appearance occupied all of his energy at this moment.

Strong, unshakably strong!

This was Aifangsuo's only feeling, and he did not need to ask who the other party was, because the answer was obvious.

"Haha, I never thought that one day I, Aifangsuo, would be captured by a Legendary powerhouse in person. Duke Luoning, you really think highly of me!"

"Don't misunderstand. I was just going to Jiliu Island to find Aierlong and happened to pass by here; I did not come for you."

Luoning was not deliberately trying to strike the other party; after adding points for Maiken, he had brought the remaining thirty-thousand-plus Energy Essence over, intending to add points for Aierlong, and had just happened to run into the naval battle.

Aifangsuo's face sank, "I would very much like to know, Duke, who you bribed to grasp my movements so accurately?"

Luoning looked toward the sea in the distance behind him, and Aifangsuo looked over as well.

Hanging on the two ships there were the yellow crescent flags of the Hunter family, and on them was none other than Viscount Partridge of Crescent Island.

Luoning smiled: "Viscount Partridge is actually quite loyal; it is just that your son Mailun went too far."

Mentioning his son, Aifangsuo's eyes were full of anger toward Luoning, but given the disparity in strength, he had no power left to resist.

"No need for more nonsense; if you want to kill me, do it quickly!"

"Grandfather..."

Fakunduo, who was clutching a wooden plank to barely keep from sinking, did not want to die yet, but he could not find any possibility of surviving.

Luoning glanced at Fakunduo, and the other party immediately lowered his head upon meeting his gaze, not daring to look directly at him.

"Defecting to an alien race is naturally unforgivable; you have only a dead end."

Luoning said: "However, if you can bring me valuable intelligence, for the sake of your grandson still being human, I can spare Fakunduo's life."

Aifangsuo was stunned for a moment, "Really?"

The sea surface gradually calmed, and Aierlong flew over, looking somewhat embarrassed, "My Lord, I didn't expect you to come?"

Luoning nodded slightly, then looked at Aifangsuo again, "Of course, with so many followers present, I naturally will not break my word."

Fakunduo, a Bronze Knight who had lost everything, posed no threat to him; killing or not killing him had no impact.

"Good!"

Aifangsuo said in a deep voice.

He had risked returning this time just to save his grandson, so that the Fleming Family would not be left without descendants.

Now that he was destined not to survive, he might as well give the family some hope.

Aifangsuo thought for a moment and said in a deep voice: "Selandier has set up multiple arrays in the Wangong of Dragon City, and the activation authority is now controlled by Yan Yi."

Selandier was indeed skilled in arrays; back then, the Trapping Kill Array of Aruba and the others had caused him no small amount of trouble.

"What kind of arrays are they, and how powerful are they?"

Luoning asked; he had previously been thinking about charging into the base camp with Ruidar.

Aifangsuo then asked: "Is this intelligence valuable?"

The other party was worried that Luoning would find an excuse to kill Fakunduo even after obtaining the intelligence.

The corners of Luoning's mouth curled up as he looked at Fakunduo struggling in the water, "The eastern front is currently besieging the Vila Principality. I will drop you onto the battlefield as a common soldier. If you can prove your value, I don't mind leaving a path for the Fleming Family."

Fakunduo's pupils contracted violently; clearly, he had not expected that he would still have a chance to survive.

Luoning looked at Aifangsuo and said: "Rest assured, your grandson does not yet have the qualifications to make me break my word."

"Good!"

Aifangsuo looked at the approaching warships; with their hearing, they could likely hear the content of the two men's conversation.

"Although the arrays include multiple layers, most are to prevent those who have been captured and taken in to receive the 'baptism' from escaping. There are only two that need special attention."

"The first is the Extreme Cold Strangling Array. This is an array that combines the Wind Attribute and water attribute. Even if you are a Legendary, once you enter, you will be affected by the extreme cold power within. If you are not careful, there is even a risk of being frozen into an ice block!"

Speaking of this, Aifangsuo said proudly: "This array was set up with my assistance to Selandier, so do not doubt my assessment."

Aifangsuo nodded; the Fleming Family was skilled in making Magic Cannons, and as the head of the family, Aifangsuo's ability in arrays was inevitable.

"And the second one?"

"The second is the 'Wind Protection Barrier'; it can withstand two attacks from a Legendary powerhouse."

Luoning felt more confident; the second barrier was not of much importance, but the Extreme Cold Strangling Array was worth noting.

"Your intelligence is indeed valuable."

Luoning evaluated: "I also value your ability, but it is a pity that you accepted the other party's so-called 'baptism' and abandoned your human identity."

If not for this reason, Luoning would really have liked to keep the other party; after all, in his territory, besides Suofeiya, no one could make Magic Cannons.

As for arrays, I am afraid even Suofeiya is not as skilled as Aifangsuo.

Aifangsuo shrugged, "Actually, this kind of baptism has no harm to humans; I am still me."

Luoning shook his head, "But when you use this pair of wings, you automatically emit the so-called Nightmare Evil Power, and this is exactly the power the Demon God needs to revive. If there are many people like you, the day the Demon God returns to this land will not be far off."

Aifangsuo was clearly stunned by Luoning's statement, "Demon God? Nightmare Evil Power?"

These were things that Selandier and the others had never mentioned; the other party's requirement was simply that those who accepted the baptism could work for them.

Now, thinking about it carefully, perhaps there really were unknown secrets behind it.

Aifangsuo's expression changed several times, and finally, he sighed helplessly; the choice he made in pursuit of greater power had now ended up harming himself.

He looked at his grandson and flew over to touch his head, "Live well, child; don't be like your grandfather and your father."

"Grandfather..." Fakunduo choked up.

Aifangsuo looked at Luoning and added: "I have one more important piece of intelligence. I hope that after hearing it, you can guarantee that your subordinates and your dragon will not plot against my grandson's life, nor can you cripple Fakunduo's strength."

Luoning frowned slightly; the other party must have heard that Jialete had his cultivation crippled, which is why he made this request, right?

That a dying man could still consider so much for his grandson did touch Luoning somewhat.

"Speak."

Aifangsuo said: "Yanyi once boasted that although he only possesses Legendary Mid-stage strength, he can summon power infinitely close to a Sage by relying on the Flame Emblem."

Luoning's gaze sharpened.

Mofisite has the Witch Soul Bead, Selandier has the Storm Heart, and Yanyi should also have a special item of his own.

This "Flame Emblem" is very likely his item.

"Although the recent battles have caused significant losses to Yanyi's top-tier combat power, he is currently making up for it. It is just that the number of Silver Moon Knights is not high, so it is impossible for him to create more Sun-level Flame Seal Knights. Therefore, the Noble Allied Forces possess the advantage."

Aifangsuo added: "But if you wish to slay him ahead of time, I advise you to make more preparations. After all, given Yanyi's personality, he likely will not leave the Dragon Palace."

Luoning nodded.

His Knight progress is already complete; does this mean he is also infinitely close to the Near-Sage level?

However, the Flame Emblem that Aifangsuo mentioned truly requires cautious treatment.

Fortunately, he has not been overly hasty and has been advancing steadily all along.

"Your intelligence is of great value to me. Kaierluosi, take his grandson Fakunduo to Maiken."

Kaierluosi let out a muffled snort, and huge mists sprayed from his nostrils.

"Grandfather, you..."

Fakunduo's mood was extremely complicated; he wanted to die together with his grandfather, yet he lacked the courage.

"Go!"

Aifangsuo waved his hand, and a wave of water lifted Fakunduo up, landing him on Kaierluosi's back.

Kaierluosi was somewhat displeased; he carelessly jolted to toss Fakunduo off, then gripped him with his claws and flew away.

Aifangsuo said nothing more about this; as long as he could survive, that was good.

He turned to look at Luoning and drew the longsword at his waist, placing it against his own neck.

"Duke Luoning, I hope you keep your promise!"

Aifangsuo looked at Luoning for a few seconds, then the sharp blade sliced across his neck, and fresh blood dyed the sea surface red.

Luoning watched the corpse lying on the sea; suicide also requires immense courage.

There are not many people among the nobles whom Luoning admires, but this Aifangsuo can certainly count as one.

Luoning used his Mental Power to carry the man's corpse onto Kalada's ship, "Take it to Screaming Island for burial. Additionally, you may begin the assault on Screaming Island."

Kalada and the others were extremely excited.

First, they had finally seen Luoning's true form again; his Legendary status made them look up to him.

Second, it was also for the upcoming operation; they could finally take down Screaming Island.

"As you wish, my lord!" (End of chapter)