Lord of the Sky City

Chapter 458: Chapter 422: Heading to the Battlefield

Rocky believed he had become a hero solely because of the Alliance’s propaganda. He even felt that the only reason the Alliance awarded him the Medal of Valor and the Iron Shine Medal was to appease and reassure the public, and that it had nothing to do with him personally.

The truth was indeed so, but it wasn’t the whole story.

While Rocky’s hero status was inextricably linked to the Alliance’s propaganda, it was equally related to his own actions, which earned him the Iron Shine Medal.

If there was any doubt about the significance of his Iron Shine Medal, the Medal of Valor he received was beyond question, acquired through his genuine abilities!

Not only was Rocky a City Lord, but he was also a Void Magic Warrior, and even more, a Void Magic Warrior wearing the White Demon Armor. Although he only donned the armor to battle in the later stages of the campaign, such achievements alone had already set him apart from others.

In the battle against Hongshou City, he single-handedly faced three squads and emerged victorious. In the subsequent skirmishes against the Rebel Army, he also accumulated remarkable victories. At one point, just his presence meant the enemy’s Void Magic Squad would retreat. Thus, in terms of personal combat prowess, Rocky’s strength far surpassed what most could imagine.

This was precisely why the Alliance, Wilton, and the public all hoped he would stay. Though as a City Lord he might not contribute significantly to the war, as a Void Magic Warrior, his impact on the Alliance Army would be vastly different.

Rocky was no fool, so when he learned that Wilton merely hoped for him to stay, he essentially understood everything.

“What do you think? Are you willing?”

Seeing the uncertainty fade from Rocky’s eyes, Wilton asked and didn’t wait for an answer before continuing, “Rocky, this war is much harder to fight than the outside world imagines. The Kafka Empire really intends to replace the Sky Alliance this time, and they have been preparing for many years. Thus, even the Alliance can’t guarantee a victory. That’s why the Alliance hopes every member will give their all, as this war concerns everyone within the Alliance.”

“I…”

“Don’t worry, if the Alliance asks you to stay, they won’t let you or Thunderhawk City suffer.”

Just as Rocky began to speak, Wilton interrupted him: “If you stay to fight, Thunderhawk City can enter Nut God City Airspace, enjoy the same treatment as core members there, and your battlefield achievements will be directly converted into Contribution Points. Also, the Alliance will fully protect your Backhill Village, ensuring it does not fall into the hands of the Mairente Family.”

To persuade Rocky to stay and fight, Wilton had clearly thought it through beforehand, using both emotional and logical appeals effectively, with each statement striking a chord with Rocky.

Firstly, as a member of the Alliance, Rocky was tied to the Sky Alliance’s fate – perhaps it was an exaggeration to say if the Alliance thrived, he thrived, and if it perished, he perished, but indeed his situation was becoming increasingly intertwined with that of the Alliance. Under such circumstances, if he could truly assist the Alliance, Rocky wouldn’t just stand by.

Secondly, Wilton mentioned that staying wouldn’t just convert his battle honors into Contribution Points, but would also ensure the full protection of Backhill Village by the Sky Alliance, which was what truly moved Rocky.

The significance of Contribution Points need not be elaborated further; the protection of Backhill Village was what truly enticed Rocky.

The situation in Backhill Village was not favorable, with Abraham, the son of Lexington, pressing close with armies from two mid-sized Sky Cities. Although Alliance Army troops were stationed there, the village faced constant danger of obliteration, a consistent worry for Rocky.

But if the Alliance could guarantee full defense of Backhill Village, ensuring it remained intact, Rocky could rest much easier.

After a brief moment of thought, Rocky nodded at Wilton, agreeing to stay and continue fighting in the war zone!

For this decision, Rocky hadn’t contemplated long because Wilton’s persuasion wasn’t based solely on sentiment but primarily on benefits, representing a trade of interests. Naturally, Rocky had little to hesitate over.

Having made his decision, neither of them delayed further. Wilton gave Rocky a day to arrange affairs in Thunderhawk City, and the next day, he would join Wilton to head to the frontline!

Under such pressing circumstances, Rocky had no time to rest and immediately returned to Thunderhawk City.

“I’ll go with you.”

When Rocky returned to Thunderhawk City and shared the news with everyone, Liliya immediately expressed her desire to stay with him in the war zone.

“My lord! Take me with you!”

“My lord, take me with you too!”

“I’ll go too! I’ll go too!”

As soon as Liliya spoke up, Monte, Lin Feng, Felly, and Dusa among others also volunteered eagerly to stay with Rocky in the war zone.

“Nonsense!”

However, facing the volunteers, Rocky frowned in a rare display of displeasure and reprimanded them, especially Liliya.

“If you stay with me in the war zone, who will take charge of Thunderhawk City!”

Staring at Liliya, Rocky spoke in great dissatisfaction, his reprimand nearly bringing her to tears.

It was no wonder Rocky was angry, for within Thunderhawk City, although he had many confidants, the one he trusted the most was naturally Liliya. Thus, if he were not in the city, it was natural that Liliya should take charge. She not only had his trust but also the authority to command respect from others, making her the indisputable choice to stay behind.

Therefore, after a stern reprimand, Rocky began giving instructions, “Liliya, you will be responsible for all city affairs during this time. If there are any problems, let Teacher Orton help you, I will talk to him.”

“Monte, Lin Feng, you two must lead the Guard Corps to maintain the city’s order, especially in the prisoner area. There must be no disturbances from the prisoners while I’m away.”

“Aileen, once we enter the airspace of Nut God City, external communications with the Alliance will be handled by you and Liliya together. Do you understand my meaning?”

“Understood.”

“Yes!”

“Got it!”

With such arrangements made by Rocky, Liliya and the others had no choice but to nod in agreement.

Afterward, Rocky hurried to the research institute and repeated the details to Orton and others, asking Orton, Aniye, and Pelaya to particularly assist Liliya. Liliya, after all, was not the City Lord, and many things might not be perfectly handled by her alone; she would need the support of these three experienced masters.

As for Hammerfire, Rocky decided to take him along, as his stay in the war zone for the battle was uncertain, and Hammerfire was needed by his side to maintain the White Demon Armor—this was not a task to entrust to anyone else.

Thus, having arranged all essential matters in one day, Rocky, along with Hammerfire, left Thunderhawk City the following day and followed Wilton to the front line!

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