The Return of the War Legate

Chapter 183

Chapter 183

“Block A of Alcyoneus Tower is one of the best locations in Swallow Central. It seems the department thinks highly of you,” Adrian remarked.

“That’s right. That is a good location indeed. Swallow Central will be the busiest place in Swallowston when it opens. It’s just that…”

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“The name ‘Alcyoneus‘ is rather old–fashioned, isn’t it? Why does the department give it such a name? Alcyoneus Tower? That sounds so lame!” Samantha could not refrain from complaining.

Adrian smiled and poured Samantha a glass of water.

He said, “Sit, Sam. Let me tell you the origin story of Alcyoneus Tower.”

Samantha was astonished. “The tower has an origin story?

She hastily asked, “What’s the story?”

Adrian answered, “Alcyoneus is a moniker used by the commander of the Gigantes Squadron, General Conrad Lowe, Gigantes was one of the best squadrons based in Southrive’s battle warrior headquarters.

“In one of his battles, Alcyoneus was encircled by his enemies and was separated from the main battle group. He decided to lead three thousand soldiers into the forest and made his stance there.

“The enemy country sent out one hundred thousand soldiers and pledged to kill Alcyoneus. He led his squadron to fight against the opposing troop without food or water. They subsisted on insects and birds

while drinking water from the river and

streams.

“They fought in a mighty campaign and, to the world’s shock, came out victorious!”

“What campaign?” asked Samantha, fully engrossed in the story.

Adrian stretched out his hand to gently tuck away the hair stuck to Samantha’s face.

Then, he continued, “It’s the historically–renowned ‘Battle of the Forest.” Alcyoneus led three thousand soldiers into the

forest without rations to eliminate the enemy country’s one hundred thousand soldiers within a month.

“After the battle, Alcyoneus was crowned a legend and a hero and was awarded the title of “War Legate Alcyoneus. Ultimately, he fell on the battlefield, and Alcyoneus Tower in Swallow Central is a tribute to him.”

Samantha was astonished upon hearing Adrian’s story. She was utterly clueless about this and rarely read any related news.

Alcyoneus was truly exceptional. It was rare for someone to win a war by eliminating an opposing team of one hundred thousand soldiers with just three thousand soldiers under such circumstances.

Samantha said, “Yikes, sorry. I was rather insensitive earlier. Oh, dear, is War Legate Alcyoneus the current legate?”

Adrian shook his head. “War Legate Alcyoneus came thirty years before the current legate. He was the one–hundred–and- second war legate of Wyvern Peak, while the current legate is the one–hundred– and–third.

“The longest serving time of a legate is fifteen years. They are to step down after that period.”

Samantha was enlightened.

“Where or what is Wyvern Peak?”

“Wyvern Peak is a mysterious location. It’s an obscure location located on the peak of Mount Wyvern, hence its name. It serves as the training ground for Navia’s army. Most battle warriors also train at Wyvern Peak.”

“I understand.” Samantha nodded. “Then, how do you know so much?”

Adrian smiled. “Have you forgotten that I used to be in the Battle Warrior Department?”

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“Oh right, right, right!” Samantha smacked her forehead.

Then, she said, “I met the current legate yesterday. Compared to Alcyoneus, who do you think is more impressive?”

Adrian was stunned. Then, he burst out laughing. “The current legate is more impressive, of course. At only twenty–six years old, he’s the youngest legate in the history of Wyvern Peak.”

“How about you? Are you as impressive as the current legate?” asked Samantha intentionally.

Adrian shrugged.

Samantha sniggered. “You only know more about all this than I do because of your personality. In everything else, you’re weaker than me.”

“That is, of course,” Adrian agreed, “First of all, I’m not as good–looking as you. You’re the most beautiful woman in the

world”

“ch, stop that sweet talk!” Samantha lightly punched Adrian as she chuckled.