Look at Eugene, who was just standing next to me, radiating superiority. He's so shocked his jaw almost dropped. And look at those complete strangers—they weren't staring at my handsome face like that just now!

Feeling that things were about to get out of hand if things continued like this, Wu Yu shuddered and pulled out his sleeve. He then quickly took a step back to maintain a proper distance from Philliss, and politely greeted her, "What a coincidence, Your Highness."

Philliss was a little displeased to hear Wu Yu greet him. "Wu Yu, since you told me to call you by your name, then you don't need to use honorifics when you address me. Just call me Philliss."

"Okay, then, Phil, Philliss." Wu Yu was happy to accept this request, since he was not used to using honorifics with others.

“That’s more like it. So, Wu Yu, why did you come back to the capital? Did you come specifically to see me?” Phillis nodded in satisfaction.

This was a potentially disastrous question, but Wu Yu wasn't a clueless straight man. He knew how to answer appropriately: "I sent someone to study in the capital, and now that I have some free time, I thought I'd come and see you."

Hearing Wu Yu's answer, Philliss was overjoyed and excitedly asked, "Wu Yu, have you changed your mind and are willing to help me?"

"Let's not bring that up again," Wu Yu quickly stopped Phillis's dangerous remark; he wanted to keep a low profile for the time being.

"Is that so? Then I respect Wu Yu's choice." A hint of disappointment flashed across Phillis's face, but she still smiled as she spoke to Wu Yu.

The situation suddenly became awkward. Neither of them could find anything to say for a moment, but Wu Yu couldn't just use the excuse that he had something else to do to send Phillis away. He could only bite the bullet and ask, "Phillis, how have you been since we last met?"

Upon hearing Wu Yu's question, Phillis's mood was not very good when he answered, "My daily life is the same as before, but I clearly told my father about the demon invasion, but he did not take it seriously. I wanted to discuss it with my brothers, but they said I was too naive. They either only know how to enjoy themselves or only know how to fight for power. No one is willing to help me."

"So that's why you want to run for the throne yourself? That's why you're giving a speech?" Wu Yu asked, confirming.

“That’s right. Someone has to step up now, otherwise the next disaster could very well be the entire Ultra Empire, not just a single city.” Phillis’s eyes revealed a resolute determination.

She has truly grown up. Compared to the pampered princess she was when we first met, she has matured a lot. But that's not enough. Wu Yu asked in a deep voice, "How was the speech?"

Philliss lowered his head and said sadly, "At first, there were crowds of people downstairs, but recently, no one has come here for quite some time."

Sure enough, Wu Yu asked earnestly, "Could you briefly describe the content of your speech?"

“Yes.” Phillis nodded in agreement without hesitation.

"I told the people that the demons were about to invade the human world, and I hoped they would support me in ascending the throne. Once I became emperor, I would use the entire national treasury to strengthen the army and build defensive works, striving to keep the demon army outside the borders. In my speech, I described the defense blueprint in detail, which I had spent a lot of effort compiling."

A king who wants to wage war? No wonder the people won't support him. Wu Yu is now completely pessimistic about Phillis. He's too idealistic. Compared to that invisible and intangible demon army, the people are obviously more concerned about their own standard of living. It's right that the people don't support him.

"Does your country's imperial election use a democratic voting system?" Wu Yu had one last question at this point.

“No, the heir to the throne is designated by my father.” Phillis shook his head.

"Phew." Wu Yu breathed a long sigh of relief. He now understood why his royal brothers had no objection to Phillis's antics outside. It turned out that the will of the people was completely unimportant, and Phillis's efforts were all in vain.

However, this is also a good thing for her. Since ancient times, the imperial family has been ruthless, and only by being free from danger can one live longer.

"Then keep trying. I believe that people will be moved by your sincerity one day." All Wu Yu could do was offer some motivational platitudes.

“Yes, Wu Yu, thank you for your encouragement. I’m motivated again now,” Phillis said gratefully.

"Your Highness, your time to go out today is almost up. If you don't return to the palace soon, His Majesty the Emperor may be angry." Perhaps seeing that Wu Yu and the others' conversation was about to end, the knight who had been guarding Philliss approached and reminded them.

“Okay, Jerry, let’s get going now,” Phillis agreed.

"What! Jerry." Wu Yu looked at the knight in surprise; he really didn't recognize Jerry.

In just three months, Jerry had grown to be as tall as him, and his handsome face had lost its childishness. Wearing knight armor, he looked even more mature and composed. But if Wu Yu looked closely, he did feel that Jerry was somewhat familiar.

"Sorry, Jerry, I didn't recognize you," Wu Yu said apologetically.

“It’s alright, Mr. Wu Yu. Even I find the changes in myself a little unreal lately,” Jerry replied with a smile.

I still remember when they parted ways, their relationship was at a freezing point. I never expected that they would be able to communicate calmly when they met again this time. Time really is a powerful tool for eliminating conflicts.

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