No one understood the meaning behind Lord Phoenix's laughter and his words. Many of the phoenixes didn't believe Kent either. All they understood is Kent came from abandoned lower planes, and he didn't have the ability to bear the power of Lord Phoenix.
Even though Lord Phoenix also felt the same, he is thinking of taking a gamble with Kent, who is in Prince Eric's body.
"You, come closer." Lord Phoenix gestured with a finger while eyeing Kent with a mischievous smile.
Even though Kent hesitated, he took a step forward and moved closer to the throne. The lord phoenix swallowed a large gulp of wine before speaking with Kent.
"See, boy, as the 13th ancestor of the Phoenix race, I'm bound to help the blessed one as a member of my race is benefiting from your people. But the amount of help I should provide is purely my decision. So, before deciding what I can I do for you, I want you to help me win this 12-year war.
