192: Human greed, Dick controls Fama

Chapter 192: The Greed of Human Nature, Dick Manipulates Fama

"Dick, spare Victoria's life," Elizabeth tugged at Dick's sleeve and whispered, "Hand her over to me."

Hearing this, Dick didn't ask further, but nodded lightly and promptly sent a voice message to Fama to stop.

The reason for sparing Victoria's life was simple, nothing more than one word: money!

As the most famous princess of the Toya Empire, Victoria's Rogue talent was arguably the best in the Northern region, and her other abilities, such as governance, military strategy, and statecraft, were all excellent.

Without a doubt, Victoria could definitely become an excellent ruler, just like Elizabeth.

Holding Victoria as a hostage could yield enormous benefits; the Toya Royal Family would certainly not abandon her.

But if Victoria died and turned into a charred corpse like those Death Servants, she would be worthless, and the Toya Royal Family wouldn't even acknowledge her.

Although Victoria was the main person responsible for the assassination, in the face of national interests, Elizabeth didn't care about personal grievances; she would do whatever yielded the greatest profit.

Soon, everything settled down, Victoria's disguise was removed by Fama, revealing her stunningly beautiful face.

"It's you?!" Fama was secretly surprised.

As the Guild Chairman of the Toya Empire's Royal Capital, Fama had naturally met Victoria, and had even personally handled procedures for her.

"Hmph, Amyria's running dog, you know me?"

"..."

At this time, Fama had not revealed his true appearance, and the Meteor Shower spell he had just used was just a common high-level magic, with no personal characteristics.

Therefore, Victoria didn't recognize Fama, and Fama didn't answer, just turned his back in silence.

Good heavens, these were not the so-called bandits Dick spoke of; they were clearly Toya troops here on a secret mission...

Fama guessed that the people he had just killed were likely the Deathsworn Troops of the Toya Royal Family, as they were all taking orders from Victoria.

At the same time, given that Elizabeth was in the Nate Team, it wasn't hard to guess what Victoria was doing here leading the Deathsworn Troops.

What seizing the longevity divine medicine? They were clearly here to assassinate the Empress!

Glancing at the smiling Dick, Fama knew he had been used, becoming a blade in Dick's hand.

"Chairman Farman, I recall that plotting against Royal Family members and killing troops belonging to the Royal Family are capital crimes under Toya law..."

Dick and Fama looked at each other, and Dick transmitted a smiling voice message: "For your lifelong reputation, we must cooperate closely."

Listening to Dick's threat, veins bulged on Fama's forehead; he truly wanted to kill this brown-haired young man immediately.

The feeling of having one's weakness exposed was unpleasant. In the past, it had always been Fama threatening others, never others threatening him.

"Kid, I admit, you have the biggest guts I've ever seen," Fama looked coldly at Dick and said slowly, "But are you really not afraid I'll kill you?"

Dick raised his hands high, feigning fear and said, "If you kill me, you'll lose a chance to maximize your lifespan increase."

"Four hundred years, is that really enough?"

Having Fama personally deal with the Deathsworn Troops actually had another intention: to gain leverage to prevent him from turning hostile later!

Dick knew that Fama was just as ruthless as himself.

After successfully extending his life, Fama would inevitably try to kill Dick and everyone involved in the longevity event.

Joseph, Hazel, Yasuo... including all the illegitimate children he sent to find the medicine, they would all die, because only dead people can keep secrets!

And now, Fama had killed 39 Death Servants of the Toya Royal Family; this was huge leverage, and also Dick's guarantee of safety!

"You'd better really be able to do it," Fama glared fiercely at Dick, his magic power circulating, "Those who play tricks on me usually die a miserable death!"

"Now tell me, how to increase my lifespan even more!"

Hearing this, Dick shook his head and said casually, "Let's talk outside."

"Let me make a detailed backup of our cooperation process," Dick tossed the recording magic stone and image-capturing magic stone in his hand and said slowly, "Let's talk after I can sleep soundly."

"You..."

Fama clenched his fists, letting out a cracking sound; he could no longer suppress his anger and remain calm.

After so many years, this was the first time Fama had been so passive.

Yet despite this, he still didn't act, only watching Dick leave helplessly, even though he would copy that leverage the moment he got out.

Human greed is endless, Dick knew this well.

When he was about to die of old age, Fama desperately needed to extend his life.

For this, he could disregard everything, even assassinating the Toya Emperor, giving up fame, money, and power; even giving up everything, Fama wouldn't hesitate.

And after confirming that he could definitely extend his life, Fama yearned to live even longer.

Four hundred years truly wasn't enough, why not four thousand, forty thousand years, or even eternal life?

Similarly, after confirming that he could live on, Fama began to care about material things again; he was unwilling to give up his fame, money, and power.

When about to die, one wants to live...

When able to live, one wants to live longer...

When living long, one wants to live better...

Desire is endlessly expanding, Fama is a prisoner of desire, this is why he was manipulated by Dick.

If Fama weren't greedy and only wanted to use the purple longevity divine flower to extend his life by four hundred years, without thinking about anything else, he naturally wouldn't have to endure this frustration.

But he was just greedy...

Afterwards, Kun rejoined the team. Since he hadn't completely lasted for half an hour, his Demon origin hadn't been exhausted, and he could still turn into an RV.

It was just that the speed was a bit slower than before.

But Dick didn't care; the trouble was now resolved, and Fama was also accompanying them, so there would be no accidents on the way back!

In the last carriage, Elizabeth sat upright on a wooden chair, crossing her legs, looking down arrogantly at Victoria kneeling on the ground.

"Do you remember at the joint ball five years ago, I had a brief conversation with you? At that time, I hadn't yet become the Empress, and you weren't an assassin."

Hearing this, Victoria snorted lightly and glared at Elizabeth, saying, "Empress of Amyria, what exactly do you want to say?"

Regarding Victoria's attitude, Cecilia, who was nearby, was very displeased and was about to speak up to reprimand her, but was stopped by Elizabeth.

"I want to say, between you and me, we could have been friends."

Elizabeth sighed, saying somewhat lonely, "And the Toya Empire could also become friends with the Aimiya Empire, true friends."

To be honest, Elizabeth truly felt somewhat weary of this international environment of "you assassinate me, I assassinate you."

Why can't everyone just sit down and talk properly, coexist peacefully, and develop harmoniously? Wouldn't that be better?

"Heh heh, your Amyria's Ancestral Emperor gained the throne improperly; he was a thief who stole the country. What right do you have to become friends with the great Toya Empire?"

"Victoria Toya, watch your words. Your Majesty is willing to talk to you despite past grievances, which is your greatest fortune. Don't be ungrateful!"

Hearing Cecilia's stern reprimand, Victoria didn't care at all, instead shaking her head and laughing loudly, "That I failed is the will of Heaven."

"Empress of Amyria, stop with this hypocritical nonsense. Your scent, every word you say, every expression you make..."

Speaking of this, Victoria lightly spat and sneered, "All make me feel disgusted!"

"You fellow..."

Cecilia was extremely agitated. Seeing Elizabeth being insulted was more unbearable than being insulted herself, and she immediately drew her sword to teach Victoria a lesson.

However, even being cursed like this, Elizabeth remained composed and even waved her hand to stop Victoria.

Elizabeth saw that Victoria was seeking death; she didn't want to be a hostage, didn't want the Toya Empire to suffer heavy losses, and didn't want the Toya Royal Family to lose face completely.

She really wanted to die now!

But a few mere words could not possibly shake Elizabeth's heart... unless it was Dick.

Elizabeth slowly walked up to Victoria and squatted down, helping her smooth her messy bangs, and said meaningfully, "Tell me, how much benefit can I exchange for you?"

After saying that, Elizabeth left with Cecilia.

And inside the carriage, only Victoria was left, cursing in frustration.