Salute To The General
Chapter 2462

Nathan's frown grew deeper. After a moment of silence, he finally replied, "Lucas, I know where you are coming from and how you are determined to get rid of your enemies. However, if you go into war, you will lose many innocent lives. Besides, despite Volk's antics and Isaiah's constant taunts, they also have internal disputes. Not all of them share the same sentiments on going to war with us. Besides, there are rumors that the Eight-Nation Alliance are pulling countries around us to join them and take us down. Volk is on their list. Currently, Volk is still considering whether to join the Eight-Nation Alliance to attack us or continue to remain at peace with us."

Then, Nathan turned to Lucas and continued, "If I give you special authority to launch a war with them, Volk will be more cautious, and it will only push them to join the Eight-Nation Alliance. That will only make matters worse."

Despite Nathan's detailed explanation, Lucas looked upset. "Who cares if we have to face more enemies? Volk is small and poses no threat to us. Isn't Xyperia a lot bigger than them? Yet, you still led the North Army to clinch the victory against them. Why can't I lead the West Army to take down

Volk?

Exasperated, Nathan stated, "You know that is not what I meant. With regards to Volk, I discussed it with the President. We already have the Eight-Nation Alliance as our enemies, so we shouldn't add Volk to the list. If Volk does not take action against us, we only have to put up with their silly and harmless antics. After dealing with the Eight-Nation Alliance, we can settle the score with them."

Nathan tried to convey his point patiently, but Lucas refused to listen.

Frustrated, Lucas growled, "Okay, I get what you are trying to say. You can tell me anything you want, but in conclusion, you still don't have faith in me or the West Army." "What do you mean?" Nathan narrowed his eyes.

"I know you have to look at the bigger picture and don't wish to create more problems. Your priority is dealing with the Eight-Nation Alliance, headed by Ariarica. However, you have no idea how vile Volk is right now. As long as you give me the authority, I can start and end a short war with Volk and teach them a lesson. I can also take Isaiah's life."

As Lucas spoke, he gradually noticed

Lucas' glare.

Abruptly, he stopped speaking and silence ensued.

In the end, Lucas picked up the wine glass on the table before him and downed it. Fed up, he stood up and complained, "Forget it. Since Chief Cross does not believe in the West Army's abilities, there is nothing left to say. If you don't want to approve my request, so be it. I shall make a move. Goodbye."

With that, he grabbed his army coat hanging on the chair and left.

His men exchanged looks before they quickly bowed to Nathan and chased behind Lucas.

Colin and Ava hurried out to send Lucas off.

Shortly after, they returned.

Meanwhile, Nathan held his half-filled glass up and slowly drank from it. The wine suddenly tasted bitter after the argument.

Placing the glass back on the table, he casually asked, "Has Lucas left?"

Colin softly reported, "Yes, he left looking rather grumpy."

In response, Nathan sighed. "Lucas has guarded the West for many years. As the head, he has grown to be strong-headed."

Colin commented, "Well, we can't blame General Ziegler for it. Volk has indeed been acting up, and it must be infuriating for General Ziegler. It is only normal that he wants to teach them a lesson."

"We have many fronts to deal with now, and it is not an appropriate time to start a war with Volk. Besides, if we fight with them, many lives will be lost. Not only will Volk's soldiers die, but we will also lose our men. How can I treat war as a child's play?" Nathan's expression dimmed as he reasoned, "When I was the Commander-In-Chief of the North Army, Lucas was already unhappy with me. He frequently wanted to compete with me. Although I am the Chief Military Governor now, Lucas probably still takes me as his equal. He wants to prove that he is on the same level as me by taking the West Army to war with Volk, like how I took the North Army to war with Xyperia. I'm only afraid he would go against my orders and act otherwise."

Colin gasped, "Would he dare to do that?" "If he cannot tolerate it any longer, he could announce that there are sudden changes by the border and take action before reporting," Nathan replied. Everyone's faces darkened.

"Colin, please call Thomas to ask him to meet me. When he gets to the West, I want him to keep an eye on Lucas and report to me if there are any suspicious movements," Nathan instructed. "Yes, Sir!"