After Defeat, the Empress’s Negotiating Chip Turns Out to Be Me

Chapter 176

176~ Escaped!

"Elysia, stop. If you continue chasing like this, I'm afraid you won't be able to escape the pursuing troops of Midias Empire."

"I apologize, Lady Saint. I have reasons why I must bring you back. I absolutely will not stop until I either fall or take you away."

Mo: "......"

So what exactly did that Deity of Abundance, Midilayo, feed Elysia as spiritual poison?

"Your Highness..."

"It's fine, Xiyan. Move aside a bit."

The little Princess took out another Magic Scroll, but this time it wasn't offensive magic, but rather defensive in nature.

Once again pressing her blood onto the Magic Scroll, she released it toward Elysia.

In an instant, several towering trees rose up around Elysia. Countless vines wrapped around her, holding Elysia in place while simultaneously blocking the rain of arrows from the soldiers on the city walls.

"Let's go. She won't be able to get out for a while."

The little Princess said to the Maid Xiao Xi.

"Yes."

The Maid Xiao Xi gripped the reins tightly and gave them a slight pull, making the horse pulling the carriage run even faster, accelerating away from the range of the city walls.

After all, they didn't know what the current situation was inside Midias Empire. Rashly entering the city, they didn't know if they would be captured by soldiers.

To be safe, they headed directly toward the army's direction.

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"General! General!"

"What? What? Why are you disturbing my sleep so late at night!?"

The commanding general questioned somewhat angrily. If this soldier couldn't give him a satisfactory answer, he would definitely make this soldier run around the military camp for the entire night!

"General, Princess has returned!!!"

"What did you say? Princess has returned!? You're not lying to me?"

"How would I dare? Regarding matters concerning Princess, how would I dare deceive you?"

Upon hearing this, the general immediately changed out of his sleepwear after shooing the soldier out, then quickly followed that soldier.

"Achoo! Cough cough..."

On the carriage, the Maid Xiao Xi and the little loli maid Xiyan hugged the little Princess tightly, urging soldiers to quickly bring a blanket while bringing the little Princess closer to the fire.

"Princess, quickly warm yourself by the fire! You'll warm up once you're by the fire!"

The little Princess shivered in their embrace, feeling like her hands and feet no longer belonged to her. Only when she placed her hands and feet near the fire did she feel warmth.

"Sir! The blanket is here!"

"Bring it over quickly!"

The little loli maid Xiyan was the first to snatch the blanket and draped it over the little Princess.

"How is it? Your Highness, do you feel a bit warmer now?"

"Mm, thank you."

She was indeed much warmer now, but her body still couldn't help but shiver.

It looked like she would start running a fever tomorrow. During the fever period, she would definitely have to stay in bed the whole time.

Although the little loli maid's magic could effectively cure fever, it couldn't be casually used on her. Magic still had certain side effects. It would be best if the fever could heal on its own.

"Princess, this humble general has arrived late. Please punish me."

"General, there's no need for such formality. It was my problem to begin with. It's so late, yet I'm troubling you to get up."

"No, no, no. You are the commander of this army. I'm merely a soldier under your command. Caring about your wellbeing is proper."

The little Princess sat by the fire for quite a while. When she felt her body starting to heat up, fragrant sweat gradually emerged from her skin, quickly dampening the clothes on her body.

"Xiao Xi, help me prepare some hot water."

"Alright."

Hearing the little Princess's request, the Maid Xiao Xi immediately headed toward the tent specifically set up for the little Princess within the military camp to prepare hot water so that the little Princess could comfortably take a hot bath.

After they had left the Royal City of Midias Empire for quite a while, Elysia hadn't caught up. She was probably firmly held back by that Magic Scroll. However, with Elysia's abilities, breaking free from inside shouldn't be a problem. She probably wouldn't be captured by the soldiers of Midias Empire.

According to the little loli maid Xiyan's description, Elysia already possessed peak Archmage-level standards. Destroying those trees constructed from magic power would definitely not be a problem.

"Princess, did Midias Empire do anything to you during this trip?"

The general inquired carefully.

"The king of Midias Empire has already been controlled by an Evil God. During my escape, I was also attacked by the local Heretical Cult, so I returned too late. I apologize for making everyone worry."

At this moment, quite a batch of soldiers had already gathered around the little Princess. They were all so excited they couldn't sleep after hearing that the little Princess had safely returned, so they came here to gossip a bit.

"What? You were attacked by heretics!?"

Heretics, no matter which country, were a detestable existence. Naturally, this was also true within Glaze Nation's borders. However, under the governance of several generations of kings, plus the policy crackdowns she personally implemented, heretics had almost never appeared in people's field of vision again.

And upon hearing that the little Princess had been attacked by heretics, the hearts of all the generals and soldiers were raised.

"Were you injured during the attack?"

The little Princess shook her head, indicating she was fine.

"Xiao Xi was injured protecting me, but she's already received treatment. Oh right, I remember there's a specialized mage for treating wounded soldiers in the army, right?"

"Yes. Would you like me to call them over now to examine you?"

"Have that mage examine Xiao Xi."

"Yes!"

Although Xiao Xi's injuries had been treated, magic treatment definitely had side effects. It was still necessary to have the professional mage medic from the army examine her again to prevent leaving behind any incurable wounds.

"Alright, I'll arrange it right away. Once Lady Yu Xi has prepared the hot water for you, I'll take her for examination."

The general didn't find this strange at all. The little Princess's favoritism toward the Maid Xiao Xi wasn't just once or twice.

This was also normal. When the little Princess was young, she encountered assassination attempts orchestrated by her own Royal Brother. The fact that Xiao Xi, risking great danger to her life, forcibly brought the little Princess out of the encirclement with her own strength alone, thus saving her, was already known to everyone.

At that time, this incident caused quite a stir. And even now, Glaze Nation's Third Prince still had a notorious reputation among the common people.

After all, he had nearly succeeded in assassinating their First Princess.

"By the way, General."

"Princess, please give your orders."

"When morning comes, send a few soldiers to patrol the surroundings and maintain vigilance."

The news of her successful return to the army had definitely already spread. After all, she had to pass through Midias Empire's defense line to return to the army. She didn't know what thoughts King Darvien of Midias Empire would have upon hearing this news.