Chapter 161: Return to the Homeland
Li Yu said, "The beginning of many legendary stories is also insignificant at first, and while personal struggle is certainly important, one must also consider the course of history.
"I've read the annals of the Red Lion Empire; when Alessandro was just starting out, it wasn't solely his own strength that made him succeed, he received a lot of support.
"When attacking the western territories, he ran into big trouble. If it weren't for Snow Claw Philip rushing to help over a thousand miles, the Furious Lion might have been defeated by the Enríquez family."
Miss Rabbit thought for a while, "But everyone says he's the greatest hero on the Bratis Continent; no one from the past or present can compare to him."
"People are never stingy with their praise for those who succeed, almost as if their success was destined, but like I just said, while personal struggle is important, one must also consider the course of history."
"If Alessandro hadn't been born in his era, he might still be a great person, but he wouldn't have achieved the accomplishments he did."
The girl listened carefully, but still said, "I... I truly feel that I don't have those qualities that Alessandro possesses."
"Then what do you think is his most precious quality?"
"Let me think, well... the ability to lead troops in battle, no, that's not right, it should be his charisma and the power to inspire others, which makes everyone willing to follow him, or perhaps it's because of his exceptional strategic skills."
"I think it's his determination to change the world and the actions he took to realize that." Li Yu expressed a different opinion.
"The determination to change the world?"
"Yes, most people in this world simply go with the flow, making choices based on their environment, just like those Wing Tribe members invading Bratis Continent this time.
"Everyone felt they couldn't defeat them, so they surrendered one after another, and then when those Wing Tribe members were defeated in the west, they began to harbor other thoughts. Of course, that's not wrong; going with the flow is also a necessary wisdom for survival."
"But there are always some stubborn individuals eager to correct the wrongs of the world, well, there are many such people, but most of them fail.
"Because they have only will, but haven't found the right path, or for various other reasons, they cannot take action."
"In the end, only a very small number of people have the will and power to move the world, and they happen to encounter the right timing."
The Lady listened, feeling somewhat bewildered, as if she understood something but also understood nothing, so she simply asked directly, "Do you think I'm such a person?"
"You are not."
"I think so too." Miss Rabbit not only was not disappointed but inexplicably felt relieved.
"But you aren't yet." Li Yu added, "Don't you want to know how to let the people of Ganlin Castle live well, just happen to return to the west, you can roam around more, maybe you'll find the answer."
The Lady subconsciously wanted to scratch her head, but her extended hand touched the motorcycle helmet instead.
"Oh, oh, then I will just go out more, I indeed want to see my territory now."
Miss Rabbit still remembers how she always felt Green Field was vast when she was little, at that time Teacup Castle was almost her entire world.
Her father warned her not to leave the castle lightly; those dark woods and the marshes with a repulsive smell were full of danger, even passing strangers harbored malicious intent.
The girl spent over a decade of time in Teacup Castle, she never thought one day she would inherit her father's territory, let alone expand that territory by over ten times.
She was indeed unfamiliar with the land beneath her in her excitement.
There are many places she had not been to, many lords she was not familiar with, and Ireya worried some of these people might be as crazy as Badur.
By going to more places, she could also feel assured, and moreover, Li Yu was by her side, those Sabbaths from the Double Rest Sect would help her supervise those lords, Ireya felt this was quite good.
Although some people had subtly expressed to her that the presence of those Sabbaths might undermine some of her authority, and some lords did not like being constantly watched.
However, during this journey to Ganlin Castle, Ireya really felt such supervision was necessary.
Previously, the Silver Moon Church would also use the goddess's name to restrain the lords' immoral actions, but because the Silver Moon Church had no armed force, this constraint was not very strong.
The Double Rest Sect is different though, the previous continent-shocking decisive battle not only made the world remember Ireya's courage but also let many see the might of the Black Dog Guards.
This troop from the Double Rest Sect doesn't have too many members, only several thousand, but they are luxuriously equipped, well-trained, and possess various divine means and Saturday's favor.
The Noble Families in the west aren't a match for this troop, and combined with the recent divine punishment that befell those Wing Tribe members, it continues to affect Bratis Continent today.
This causes the lords to regard the Double Rest Sect with both respect and fear, nowadays various regions have begun to implement the Double Rest system one after another, afraid of being targeted by that mysterious Judgement Court if they delay.
Miss Rabbit, upon returning to the west, first went to the agreed location to hand Pibo over to Lilania.
Pibo had been imprisoned by Badur for over two months, tormented, and his body very frail, yet after taking anti-inflammatory drugs for some time, his inflammation had diminished considerably, and his mind had cleared.
Upon seeing Lilania, they embraced each other excitedly, reluctant to let go.
The Lady had also heard some rumors before, saying this marriage was just a grand play the Campbell Family used to weaken its restless vassals.
Pibo, the lucky one, was just a pawn, and his marriage with Lilania was a mere formality without any real feelings between them.
But now it seems those rumors may not be trustworthy.
Lilania apparently knew what the girl was thinking and took the initiative to explain, "Initially, Pibo and I were indeed just cooperating in my father's play, but slowly, affection grew between us.
"After getting to know Pibo, I discovered his many virtues; he's a man worthy of entrusting my lifelong happiness, so we became true spouses.
"Only because I lost my ability to conceive due to a terrible accident when I was young, we don't have children even until now."
Lilania paused and then continued, "Anyway, thank you for rescuing my husband from that scoundrel and avenging him."
Ireya said, "It's my promise to you, so I must fulfill it. By the way, do you have any plans for what comes next?"
"If possible, I wish to leave Pibo here to recuperate; as for me... I still have a lot to do, so I'll return to Golden Valley in a few days." A look of determination flashed in Lilania's eyes.
Miss Rabbit thought for a moment, "Since you're already a believer of Saturday, if you need help in the future, you can also come find me."
Lilania nodded and once again bowed, "I will never forget the helping hand you extended during the Campbell Family's crisis."