Overnight, Nathan summoned the Cabinet members and those from the Headquarters of the Chief Military Governor to hold an emergency meeting.
They were busy discussing how to handle the aftermath and compensate the soldiers' families when Eugene IV's call arrived.
He called to inform Nathan that all bishops and Holy Knights from the Curia had been dispatched to fight against the vampires.
Nevertheless, things were still going downhill.
Nathan had experience killing a vampire prince and vampire earls, so Eugene IV hoped he could step out to fight the vampires.
Eugene IV even used an ancient Eurasia proverb to persuade Nathan to take action.
“If you don't take action, Mr. Cross, what will happen to the people? When a bird's nest is overturned, no egg can remain intact. If the vampires gain control of most of Adrune and continue to grow stronger, they will soon march on to conquer Aploth,” Eugene IV warned. “Please take action now, Mr. Cross!”
Nathan held his phone and fell silent for a long while. “Eurasia's Peacekeeping Forces were also killed by the vampires. I'm still mourning their deaths, so please give me some time to consider your request,” he said.
With that, he ended the call.
Zion spoke up. “Dozens of countries on good terms with us in Adrune called and asked us to provide reinforcements. It looks like the vampire outbreak is a global disaster.”
Zach nodded. “As a powerful country, we cannot stand idly by while humans are threatened. However, I don't believe that President Cross needs to personally go there and risk his life.”
Lucas agreed, “Yes. We have plenty of capable soldiers. President Cross, you cannot risk your life. This time, I shall lead an army to fight the vampires in Adrune!”
“Let me take the lead for once,” Elijah cut in. “You've always been in the spotlight, so it's my turn to shine now. I'll be the one to bring my troops to Adrune.”
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