Lord of the Sky City-Chapter 788 - 750: The Dagger Revealed When the Drawing is Complete
Chapter 788: Chapter 750: The Dagger Revealed When the Drawing is Complete
As Ludwig’s voice fell, his true intentions finally became clear. They were planning to force Rocky into surrendering the Rune Technology.
Actually, from the actions of the three dignitaries just now, there seemed to be no issue on the surface. Everything they said did pertain to the war, and they were indeed boosting everyone’s morale for the upcoming grand battle.
But if you added the last sentence, then the whole matter took on a different flavor. At least in Rocky’s view, everything the three figures had previously said was just a prelude to this final demand. It was all to compel him to hand over the Rune Technology under everyone’s watchful eyes.
It must be said that this move was truly ruthless and cunning. Because now, it wasn’t just Rocky facing The Three Great Alliances; there were also hundreds of other City Lords present. These people might seem unrelated to this matter on the surface, but in reality, which among them could claim they had never coveted the Rune Technology? None, absolutely none. Every person present had thought about the Rune Technology at some point, and with that one sentence, Ludwig had aligned them with The Three Great Alliances.
Perhaps some would say that if Rocky caved in at this moment, the Rune Technology would become public, and The Three Great Alliances wanted everyone to possess it?
That might seem to be the case on the surface, but in reality, it wasn’t like that. Technology wasn’t something that could be clarified in a word or two. If Rocky really softened at this point, he would still need to hand over the technology afterward. By then, what business would the others have? Naturally, The Three Great Alliances would receive and exclusively enjoy the technology.
Without a doubt, the strategy of The Three Great Alliances was brilliant. Even describing it as “killing two birds with one stone” was not an overstatement. They could inspire everyone and simultaneously put pressure on Rocky.
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In fact, once Ludwig finished speaking, all the City Lords present turned their eyes toward Rocky. Many showed a fiery gaze, and some even directly called out to him, “City Lord Rocky, I thank you right here!”
“Who are you?”
Rocky turned his head to glance at the City Lord who had spoken and asked bluntly.
Such a question was quite insulting because all of those present were well-known City Lords. Being questioned like this by Rocky was like being reduced to an anonymous bit player, which immediately prompted snickers from many and left the instigator’s face red with anger.
“City Lord Rocky, I am… ”
“I don’t care who you are. Shut up when you’re supposed to,” Rocky interrupted, not even letting the other party state their name, leaving him red-faced with frustration.
If this had been any other day, the City Lord would have definitely turned hostile on the spot. After all, he was a renowned City Lord and unaccustomed to such treatment. But today he dared not, and not only did he not dare, no one present dared provoke Rocky at this time. Everyone knew that today’s issue was between Rocky and The Three Great Alliances, and anyone who butted in now would be an idiot.
So even though his face was red with pent-up frustration, the City Lord managed to hold it back.
However, even though he restrained himself, others couldn’t. Someone immediately spoke up again.
“City Lord Rocky, from what you imply, are you not willing to share weal and woe with everyone?”
At the sound of this voice, everyone, including Rocky, turned to look. They saw a person standing there, sneering repeatedly at Rocky. It was none other than Sect Master Rick of the Heavenly Ancestor Church!
Others might refrain from interjecting because of the gravity of the situation, but Rick wouldn’t, because he had a stake in today’s affairs!
Therefore, Sect Master Rick took two steps forward and, pointing at Rocky, said, “City Lord Rocky, do you really want to ignore the bigger picture for your own personal gain? The counter-offensive war will commence in half a year, and now is the perfect time to reveal your Rune Technology. With your Rune Technology, the odds of victory in the counter-offensive will certainly increase. How can you consider keeping it to yourself at such a critical time?”
Amidst a cold laugh, Rick spoke with righteous indignation. At first listen, everything he said seemed reasonable, but upon closer consideration, it was clear he was just using the larger situation to pressure Rocky.
Not only that, but after Rick finished speaking, Ludwig on the second floor also opened his mouth once more, “Sect Master Rick is right.”
“City Lord Rocky, we now face a formidable enemy. All of us should stand united against the Demons. At such a time, everyone must do their utmost to ensure victory in the war, not let personal gain hinder the greater good.”
“Well said.”
As soon as Ludwig finished his sentence, and before anyone could react, a voice chimed in agreement, only for everyone to look and see that it was Rocky himself who agreed!
Rocky’s face was already filled with smiles as he nodded and said, “Chancellor Ludwig is right, we should indeed work together at this time, so I think it would be appropriate for your Kafka Empire to cede half your territories to me.”
“And the Sky Alliance and the Magic Energy Research Institute should also give half of their respective territories under Sky City to me. In this way, not only am I willing to share Rune Technology, but I am also willing to lead you to win this war. What do you think?”
When Rocky finished saying this, the entire conference room fell silent because his words were audaciously bold! To make such a statement in front of the leaders of The Three Great Alliances – had Rocky lost his mind?
In fact, the proposal did have a sting, because right after Rocky’s words concluded, the faces of the three people on the second floor, including Ludwig, began to look unsightly. With their status, it had been many years since they had encountered someone so impertinent.
“How dare you!”
At the same time, Rick also shouted angrily and then bellowed with fury, “Rocky! Do you wish to betray the skies?”
“Rick, do you really want me to destroy a few more Sky Cities? Or is it that you don’t value your own son’s life?”
Facing Rick’s rebuke, Rocky responded coldly without a second thought, throwing Rick’s words right back at him.
If it were the three dignitaries on the second floor, Rocky might not have had any recourse, but against Rick, he had no fear. He had destroyed both Sky Might and Fury, two Sky Cities, even before he had acquired anything of significance. Now his forces were fully equipped with Rune Battleships and Rune Armor, so he was not afraid of Rick. As he said, Rick’s son Zuluo was still imprisoned in Thunderhawk City. He didn’t care about Rick’s threats.
“You!”
Rick was so enraged by Rocky’s words that he almost leapt up in fury, but Rocky paid him no mind and instead turned to look at the three personages on the second floor.
“If that is all you are capable of, don’t even think about taking Rune Technology from me. I will not only withhold Rune Technology from you but also will not participate in any so-called counter-offensive war!”
With that statement from Rocky, the whole meeting room exploded in uproar!
