Charm Points Maxed: My Enemies Became My Underlings

Chapter 23: The Chaos Of The Three

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Lei Yuan also had an idea.

Eisen would enter the city, while Lei Yuan would lay in wait outside. It was a pincer move. The soldiers of the Aifell Empire would naturally go with Eisen into the city, and the group of former enemy soldiers that he had won over would also have their role to play.

After Eisen had made all the arrangements, he would lead the troops into the city and definitely capture the traitors! In comparison, it would be more convenient for Lei Yuan not to enter the city and make his move from the outside.

After explaining his concerns, Eisen also thought deeply about it and ultimately accepted Lei Yuan’s advice. He did not take Lei Yuan into the city with him and let him stay outside instead.

Actually, he also felt that Lei Yuan should not have been dragged into this.After all, this was their country’s matter, and Lei Yuan was not a citizen of this country. He should not be implicated in such a huge matter.

Lotti’s situation, however, was a little awkward. Logically speaking, she should have entered the city with them, but under the current circumstances, she would probably not have a good end even if she returned to the city.

However, Lotti did not care about that.”I’ll go back with you.”

She simply concluded that this matter was related to her. As a visiting emissary, her own ministers were colluding with another country’s ministers. Thus, she would deal with this matter properly.

Eisen immediately refused. “No. You can’t go in. Those people are colluding with the traitors, and they definitely don’t want you to know. If you go in there, it’s equivalent to disrupting their plans, and your situation will become very dangerous.”

Lei Yuan agreed with this.

“Before I came to save you, the people from your country didn’t seem to be in a hurry at all. They didn’t send anyone to join us on the mission, either. I’m sorry to say this, but I believe they can’t wait for you to die.”

With Lotti dead, their operation would be smoother.

“In this case, I should take even more responsibility for this matter. I’m the one who brought those treacherous people here,” Lotti said angrily, “so I should be the one to deal with them!”

“Absolutely not!” Eisen objected firmly. “The problem is with those emissaries, not you. Nothing must happen to you! Stay outside the city with Warrior Lei Yuan.”

Eisen knew it too well himself. If something really happened to Lotti, those ministers could still shift the blame and say that their country failed to protect their most talented mage. This would lead to war between the two nations.No matter what, it would be detrimental to their country.

At this moment, Lei Yuan had a different opinion of Eisen.

This person had seemed so arrogant and narrow-minded before, but he was actually quite particular about what he did. At such a critical moment, his mind was surprisingly clear.

‘Why was he so brainless when he was targeting me before? I guess jealousy really could turn a person into someone they’re not.’

“No! This matter is obviously related to me.” Lotti continued to argue, “I shouldn’t stay out of it! I can’t let you walk into danger alone.”

“I have no problem with that, but you are a distinguished guest of our country, and we must protect you!”

The two of them were pushing each other away, but they were thinking of each other’s well-being.

Lei Yuan weighed the pros and cons for a moment before he decisively agreed to Eisen’s suggestion. “Lotti, you stay outside the city. Leave the matters in the city to Eisen. He is from this country, so he will be fine.”

“But…” Lotti’s eyes widened. She did not expect that even Lei Yuan would agree to it.”You just said that you want me to enter the city.”

Lei Yuan explained, “But for the sake of the overall plan, it’s better for you to stay outside the city. Besides, Eisen is right, it’s too dangerous for you to enter the city now. Their people are everywhere in the city, so you won’t be able to defend yourself.”

“How could I not defend myself? Lei Yuan, don’t look down on me! I’m the most talented mage in the last hundred years!” Lotti said angrily. “I’m more than capable of dealing with them!”

“And yet, you still got captured, didn’t you? And we had to come and save you.” Lei Yuan replied coolly, “Since you know you’re the most talented mage, you should be aware that when you’re in opposition with them, your situation is very dangerous.”

Lotti did not know how to retort.

Eliminating dissent was the most normal thing to do, and for those people to choose not to send their own people to save her was the best proof of their guilt.

Eisen had not expected Lei Yuan to agree with him. He was prepared to persuade him more, as he thought Lei Yuan would be on the same side as Lotti and let her follow Eisen into the city.

‘So, what’s his stance toward the situation?’

Lei Yuan himself had nothing to do with their countries’ affairs, so what motivated him to dissuade Lotti from walking into danger? Could he be in love with Lotti?

For a moment, Lei Yuan felt Eisen’s gaze on him, which was filled with condemnation, as though he had done something wrong.

Lotti’s gaze was no better. She had thought that he would support her, but he was actually stopping her.”I didn’t expect you to be this kind of person!”

Lei Yuan was speechless.

What kind of person was he? Was it not normal to tell her not to risk her own life?

“Alright, let’s hurry and execute the plan. Do what you think is necessary.”

He did not want to get involved in this matter anymore.Lei Yuan waved his hand, but his gaze still fell on Lotti. His meaning was very clear: she must not enter the city.

Eisen did not delay any longer.”Alright, I’m bringing my troops into the city. You guys wait for my news.”

With that, Eisen called the soldiers and walked toward the city gates.

Lotti wanted to chase after him, but Lei Yuan immediately pulled her back.

“Let go of me!” Lotti kept struggling.

This matter was clearly related to her. Why would he not let her go?

“You are to follow my lead, you don’t have to worry about Eisen’s affairs,” said Lei Yuan.

He realized that this woman was quite strong, and he almost did not manage to catch her.

It was only when Eisen and the others entered the city and the gates closed behind them did Lei Yuan let her go.

“Don’t follow them, let’s wait for news here first.”

‘Wait for what news?’ Lotti felt the anger in her chest rising.

“What right do you have to stop me? You’re not from our country, nor are you from their country. To put it bluntly, you have no right to interfere with my decisions!”

Lei Yuan did not stop her, but her words made him furious.

‘So, I’m just meddling in things I shouldn’t have, huh?’

However, getting angry would not solve anything. Lei Yuan patiently explained, “It’s not a good time for you to enter the city now! We need to wait for an update from Eisen, and I really don’t want to turn a blind eye to this situation. Can’t you understand this?”

“I don’t want to understand! I want to enter the city now!”

Lotti was not listening to him at all. She only wanted to go in and investigate the situation.

“Even if you want to just go in, now is not the time,” said Lei Yuan coldly. “Eisen just entered the city, and the gates must be closed now. Besides…”

Before he could finish his sentence, Lotti turned and ran. However, she did not run to the city gates, but instead went toward the perimeter of the city.

Lei Yuan knew exactly what she was up to without having to think about it.

“Women are so troublesome!” He had no choice but to follow her.

If possible, he really did not want to get involved in this matter.So why was he doing this thankless task?

Lei Yuan followed Lotti on the city perimeter. He remained silent as she searched for a way to enter the city.

After exploring the area, Lotti realized that it was not the right time to enter the city and gave up for the time being.