Legends of Runeterra

Chapter 224 Emergency Call

Barugaw Province, station of the Noxian Seventh Legion.

Li En sat in the pavilion in the courtyard, watching the koi swimming in the pond and scattering a handful of fish food from time to time.

“Tick! Tick! Tick!”

Carrying a plate of washed and cut fruits and vegetables, Riven slowly walked to Li En and placed it on the table next to him.

"Master Li En, these are the fruits that the logistics department just delivered."

"Okay Riven, let's sit down and eat together."

Looking at the plate of fruits that were still of high quality and large in portion, Li En threw all the fish food in his hand, washed his hands in the basin, and asked Riven to sit down.

"Yes, thank you Master Li En."

It has been five days since Riven returned to the Seventh Legion. At first, she was a little reserved when faced with Li En's invitation.

But after a few days, Riven realized that Li En really treated her equally.

This invitation is not some boring test. Li En will only be happy if Riven really sits down to eat together.

Seeing Riven sitting down without any hesitation, Li En smiled.

Even though Riven has pledged her allegiance, there are still bonds worth working on improving.

These fruits are indeed sweet, and as Riven is the "Imperial Sergeant Major", she can naturally eat them.

But the attitude shown in this invitation actually has an impact on Riven.

In just five days, the bond value rose from 41% to 45%, indicating that Li En's efforts were not in vain.

Riven ate the fruit in small bites, but her eyes would secretly glance at Li En from time to time, and she would immediately retract her gaze when she was discovered.

After going back and forth a few times, Li En asked curiously.

"Riven, is there something you want to tell me?"

"Ah! Sir, I..."

"What? Is there anyone else using the matter from the last mission to embarrass your regiment? Give me the list, and I'll go find General Belfgan!"

Seeing a hint of anger between Li En's eyebrows, as if he was about to stand up for Riven, a strange feeling arose in his heart.

As an ordinary citizen who joined the army from a remote area of ​​the empire, Riven's path to promotion was not smooth at the beginning, and she had encountered some situations where her merits and achievements were withheld.

However, as Riven's achievements became more and more dazzling, those who dared to steal the credit gradually disappeared.

I originally thought that since this mission had failed, even if I wasn't severely punished, I would still have to take the blame.

Unexpectedly, Li En went directly to the general's mansion in Belfgan. Just half an hour later, Riven received news that the regiment she belonged to had been awarded a great merit.

In addition, the Minister of Logistics personally brought the soldiers to deliver the latest armor and weapons, as well as all other supplies, large and small.

Riven and the rest of the regiment were indeed a little shocked by the great nobles of the empire.

Riven, who has become the "Imperial Swordsman", felt the feeling of "someone protecting her" from Li En for the first time.

"Riven, Riven, what's wrong with you?"

"Ah! Oh! Master Li En, I'm fine!"

Riven was awakened by Li En's hand gently shaking in front of her eyes, and she spoke quickly.

“Well…Okay, in that case, let’s get back to the topic.

Is there anything wrong with you recently? You looked a little troubled at the beginning! "

"This... Sir... I want to know when we can join the war. Now the advances of the major Noxian armies have been blocked. It is rumored that an entire fleet was destroyed by one person a few days ago...

If you continue like this, will you be...punished when you return to the empire?"

"Haha~! Don't worry about me, Riven. The protagonists of this war are Lord Swain and the generals of the major legions."

Li En heard the concern in Riven's words and a gentle smile appeared on his face.

"Is that so? My Lord, do you have any mission for us? The regiment has been updating its equipment and resting for a long time. If we don't go on any more missions, our swords will become dull."

"There's no rush for this matter. Just let them maintain their daily training. There will be an important task for you in the future.

Be prepared, it won’t be easy!”

"Understood, please rest assured, sir!"

As soon as Riven heard that there was an important mission, her eyes immediately flashed with excitement.

The two continued to eat fruits and vegetables, and not long after, Belfgan's personal guards came to the courtyard.

"Master Li En, the general wants you to come over to discuss an important matter!"

"Okay, I understand. Lead the way."

Li En washed his hands, took Riven with him, and left the residence with his personal guards.

...

Riven stayed outside the hall waiting while Li En walked into the conference room.

As far as the eye can see, there are more than ten mid-level and above officers of the Seventh Legion, all gathered in this conference room.

Belfgang, who was sitting at the top seat, immediately stood up to greet Li En when he saw him come in.

"Hahaha~! Li En is here!"

"It seems I am late, sorry General."

"Li En, you're here at the right time. Come on, come and sit over here!"

Belfgang greeted Li En warmly, and more than a dozen officers also nodded to Li En.

There was no way Belfgang could help being so enthusiastic. After Li En came back and told him everything and produced evidence, Belfgang broke out in a cold sweat.

Naturally, Amystan had no right to know that Li En was the heir of the Reyes family.

Originally, Amystan was an officer who was promoted all the way from the Seventh Legion. Who would have thought that she would actually betray Belfgan and, by chance, target Li En.

Fortunately, it was Li En who came back last.

Faced with Li En's magnanimous statement not to pursue the matter, Belfgan has been extremely concerned about him during this period, and Riven and her team have also benefited from it.

In short, caring for and protecting Li En has become one of the highest priorities for the top leaders of the Seventh Legion.

Sit down in the first seat on the left, below the main seat of Belfgan.

Li En looked at the other party with a smile, waiting for Belfgang to speak.

"Now that everyone is here, let's announce the urgent message from Commander Swain."

Belfgang said this and picked up the scarlet envelope that Li En had noticed early in the morning.

He handed the envelope to the captain of the guard beside him.

"Cirillo, you read it to everyone."

"Yes, General!"

Cirilo took the envelope respectfully, unfolded it and read it word by word.

"A letter to all the legions: accidents are happening frequently on the battlefield of Ionia..."

Li En and others listened to the contents of the letter quietly, and summarized it as follows: Ionian strongmen appeared frequently, and the plan to occupy the New Land was seriously hindered. The commander-in-chief far away in the Immortal Fortress was very dissatisfied.

If the major legions still want to fight alone, then Swain, as the commander-in-chief, will report the situation back to the country in detail, and everyone's position will then be unstable.

It is also very simple to prevent him from doing so. He can transfer the elite troops of each legion over, and Swain will start a decisive battle.

If we succeed, it will be all thanks to everyone; if we lose, Swain will be the only one to take the blame.