Chapter 733 – Loyalty Test
Lux inhaled. "If the throne weakens the realm, I would reinforce it. I'm not Zoltarin. I'm Greed. I like money and wealth. Not power."
Kaelmor's aura shifted.
Just slightly.
The pressure did not lessen.
But it changed tone.
From attack.
To evaluation.
Lux felt sweat bead at his temple.
He ignored it.
His chest still ached from the lightning strike.
Let the King see that.
Let him think Lux was cautious but too weak to oppose the king.
Inside, his system flickered.
[Damage Assessment: Minor.]
[Strategic Outcome: Undetermined.]
Zavros remained kneeling partially.
"Your Majesty," he repeated, voice strained but steady. "We have bled for this realm. We do not fracture it."
Kaelmor's aura receded just a fraction.
Smoke drifted through the hall.
The pillars hummed faintly again.
Lux kept his posture lowered.
Not submissive.
Measured.
Lobbying mode even under assault.
Kaelmor leaned back slowly on his throne.
