In the first few days after Xia Lin arrived, there were no major conflicts. However, soon enough, Karoon had to go to the battlefield. He didn't allow Xia Lin to go to a place where people died every moment. Xia Lin could only stay in the headquarters and watch the situation on the battlefield through the big screen.
It was extremely tragic. Looking at the situation on the screen, Xia Lin felt deeply frustrated. What on earth could he do here? The system had given him the task of reducing casualties, but now he felt that he definitely couldn't accomplish it well.
A strong sense of helplessness enveloped Xia Lin's heart. He never thought he would be so vulnerable. But with his constant melancholy and lack of proper rest, Xia Lin finally fell ill.
"Doctor, how is he exactly?" Karoon was extremely anxious. He even blamed himself for not being more determined to refuse Xia Lin's coming.
The doctor looked calm. "Your Majesty, there's no need to worry. The queen is not seriously ill. It's mainly because he has been in a bad mood recently and didn't rest well, so he got sick. He'll be fine after a few days of recuperation."
After the doctor left, Karoon sat by the bed, gently touched Xia Lin's face, and finally sighed. "Xiaolin, have you been worrying about the war?"
There was no need to hide anything, and Xia Lin didn't intend to. He nodded. Feeling guilty for distracting Karoon, he said, "Karoon, I'm sorry. You're already so busy, but I..."
Karoon shook his head. "It's okay. Don't blame yourself. Actually, you're stronger than you think! Xiaolin, I've made a decision. I'm going to help the crown prince of the enemy country stage a palace coup and seize the throne!"
Xia Lin stared at him in surprise with wide eyes. He knew about this. The difference between the enemy's crown prince and the current leader was that the crown prince was from the peace - faction and had a good reputation among the people. He loved his people like a father and hated war. He believed that it was better to focus more on development than on war. This concept was almost the same as Xia Lin's, so Xia Lin had previously advised Karoon to cooperate with that crown prince.
Of course, a palace coup would also result in casualties, but... but the number of deaths would be much, much less than in a war. This was the way to end the war with the least sacrifice.
However, Karoon had never agreed before. Xia Lin felt a bit guilty. "I'm sorry, Karoon. At this time, I should have advised you not to force yourself. But I'm actually very happy in my heart. I know this goes against your will, but I..." Taking a deep breath, Xia Lin was about to say something else when Karoon stopped him. Karoon gently kissed Xia Lin's forehead and said, "I've said before, you don't need to blame yourself. There are indeed reasons for me to do this. I do enjoy war. I even wish I could directly occupy their country and make it part of our territory. But compared to war, I care more about you. You're more important in my heart, so this doesn't really go against my will because I'm doing it voluntarily!"
Xia Lin felt his heart melting. Why? Why could Karoon say such charming words so calmly? If he weren't feeling unwell, Xia Lin really wanted to give Karoon a few hard kisses!
But at this moment, he was also touched, looking at Karoon with teary eyes. A man doesn't shed tears easily, but only when deeply moved!
"Karoon, you're also very important to me, extremely important!" Even... even if I have to go to other worlds because of the task of reforming the villain, I'll always remember you!