Chapter 537: Bring Her Back (1/2)

After General Marquis Hendrick finished speaking, Aria furrowed her brows and said, ”Just wait a moment, general. I would like to speak to you in private.”

General Marquis Hendrick was slightly surprised before turning towards Leon.

At the same time, Leon was also curious about what Aria had to say to the general. Nevertheless, he gave the General Marquis a nod.

”Of course, Miss Aria,” General Marquis Hendrick said.

Shortly after, Aria and General Marquis left to find a spot some distance away from Leon before General Marquis Hendrick turned to Aria and said, ”What did you want to talk about, Miss Aria?”

”Pardon my offense, general, but don't you think you are relying on the prince too much? Don't you know the prince is a very busy person? Aren't you the General Marquis? Can't you take the initiative to think and do things yourself? Stop leaving things to His Highness, and do them yourself. The prince also has his own things to worry about!” Aria spouted without pause.

General Marquis Hendrick was surprised by Miss Aria's words before becoming alarmed in his heart at the sudden realization.

”You're absolutely right, Miss Aria. The Western Frontier is my responsibility, but I have been swept by His Highness's charisma.” General Marquis apologized.

He was not offended by Aria and even felt thankful.

If she had not brought this matter up, he might not have realized it himself. When did he started leaving things to other people? Was it when his own strength had become inadequate?

”It's good that you know.” Aria nodded.

Shortly after, the General Marquis excused himself and returned to Leon's side before he said, ”Your Highness, you don't need to worry about the matters here at the Western Frontier. Just leave everything to me and tend to your own matters.”

”Oh? Did Aria say something?” Leon figured.

However, General Marquis Hendrick shook his head and said, ”Miss Aria just made me realized some things. Your Highness might be the Crown Prince of the empire, but you do not need to feel responsible or pressured to take on everything by yourself...”

”…As the future ruler of the Crawford Empire, you should also learn to use people. Although our abilities and wits might not compare to yours, please don't hesitate to use us where we are needed. Don't let us hold you back.” General Marquis Hendrick stated.

After listening to the General Marquis's words, Leon lapsed in silence as he mulled over the person's words.

There was truth in General Marquis Hendrick's words.

If Leon continued to take on every issue in the empire by himself, he would never have time to do what he wants and needed to do.

”Then… I will leave it in your capable hands to discuss with my father, the king, about what needs to be done after the Communication Tower is repaired,” Leon said after some time.

General Marquis Hendrick patted his chest and said, ”Yes, Your Highness. Just leave it to me.”

Once Leon decided not to involve himself further with the empire's issues, he felt like a huge load had been taken off his shoulders.

Nevertheless, his concerns were still present.

Even so, he had no other choice but to believe the others would do an excellent job in surviving the Cataclysm and the threats it imposes.

He truly had urgent matters to take care of.

Shortly after General Marquis Hendrick left, he turned to Faelyn and said, ”Can I entrust you and Marquis Haldir the task of bringing the Guardian Spirit over the Great Wall?”

”Mm, I will do my best.” Faelyn nodded after giving her busy sister a quick check.