83. Weaving a Dragon’s Nest
Reina believed there were three levels of leadership.
The lowest level was making others agree to do things for you. This was a skill.
A better level was having others willingly do things for you, with reasonable justification. This was an ability.
The highest level was making others enjoy doing things for you.
Now, Reina felt she had reached the highest level.
In the past few days, “Operation Baller Harriman” had been extremely successful.
The Knight Order’s efficiency was even higher than she had imagined, destroying countless enemy strongholds.
First, the [Light Clone] wasn’t as difficult to control as Reina had imagined.
She had originally thought that the clone would share her consciousness, two bodies, one soul.
But unexpectedly, the clone was like a remote-controlled car that she could give orders to, requiring only a small amount of mental energy to control, and it would operate entirely according to Reina’s will. During this time, the clone was like a loyal servant, or another version of herself.
Every once in a while, the Light Clone would transmit its memories and experiences to Reina, allowing her to experience the same memories as if watching a movie.
Simply put, Reina only needed to stay in the Dragon King’s Palace, work as usual, occasionally receive “signals” from her clone to ensure that the front-line operations were progressing smoothly, and consciously send “signals” to give her clone instructions.
The only problem was that although the advanced Light Clone functioned like an intelligent robot, it was essentially a projection of Reina, and all the emotions and sensations experienced by the clone would be transmitted directly to Reina.
If the clone was injured, Reina would also feel pain.
If the clone felt anger, Reina would also feel the same emotion.
But Reina didn’t need to worry.
First, she could dodge the orcs’ attacks with her eyes closed.
Second, she had the cheat-like skill [Eternal Golden Radiance].
Third, the Knight Order attendants would increase the operation’s fault tolerance.
And just now, Reina had recalled the Azure Scale Knights—not only because the Eisentapha meeting was about to begin and they needed to regroup,
But also because the Light Clone’s combat power was stronger than she had imagined.
In just two days, thanks to [Eternal Golden Radiance] and the countless Goddess’s Treasures she had collected, Reina’s Light level had increased from 26 to 28.
This wasn’t just a small level increase.
It was a progression from level 98 to 100 overall!
In addition, Reina consciously gave the spoils from the orcs to the Azure Scale Knights.
Azure and Fire’s levels had increased to 72 respectively.
Ann’s level had reached 67. Now, she had even stronger succubus skills and could even completely control a human and their mind.
The highest level succubus Reina had seen in the game was only level 30. A level 67 succubus was practically omnipotent.
And this wasn’t the only good news.
Under Reina’s “persuasion,” Green Dragon and Shining Scale Liya had reconciled.
This wasn’t solely Reina’s achievement. She had even thought that this internal conflict could only be covered up with lies. But in reality, Shining Scale had used her own methods to persuade Green Dragon and clear her name.
…She does have some skills.
So, without needing to lift a finger, Reina enjoyed the constant stream of good news from the front lines.
This was one of the great joys of this game.
As long as she managed things well, she could experience the satisfaction of strategizing and controlling the world.
As a veteran player of this game, Reina wasn’t surprised by this outcome.
Her operational plan had been more than half successful.
Now, only “managing Calysia” remained a problem.
Honestly, Reina wasn’t particularly happy.
First was the Eisentapha meeting, which would most likely be a life-or-death struggle.
It seemed like a defensive and territorial battle, but in reality, it was just a way to seize the blood race’s territory.
Wherever there were interests and power, there would be conflict.
Second, she was concerned about the pain in her back and had to frequently ask Calysia for massages. She could also just lean against a corner, but that would make her, a traitor, seem ungrateful.
When Reina finished her work, she dragged her tired body to the recreation area, as usual, to look for Calysia.
But she smelled Calysia’s scent in the bedchamber.
So, she went to the bedchamber and was slightly surprised to see the Dragon King sitting on the bed.
Calysia was holding an embroidery hoop, skillfully weaving gorgeous fabric with gold and hemp threads. A small basket rested on her fair thighs, a few strands of silver hair falling into it, intertwining with the golden threads.
—She can actually weave?
—And she’s quite skilled at it!
Reina recalled that Calysia had indeed given the protagonist clothes when she was bedridden, and her technique was quite proficient… but Reina hadn’t paid much attention to this trait at the time.
Calysia’s focused expression as she diligently weaved made Reina hesitate to disturb this seemingly virtuous wife.
Reina sat beside her on the edge of the bed, their thighs touching.
“Calysia, what are you doing?”
Now, Reina had completely dispensed with honorifics, speaking casually when they were alone.
Calysia raised an eyebrow: “Sewing a little nest for the dragon eggs, humph, it will definitely be very cute!”
“Can’t I just incubate the eggs?” Reina played along, suppressing her inner shame.
“Hee hee, but we also need something soft, so you’ll be more comfortable.”
Saying that, Calysia continued to weave, even using gravity magic to manipulate the precious fabric, a stark contrast to her clumsy attempts at housework.
“…”
“Calysia, I think… this isn’t that urgent.”
Reina felt a little apprehensive.
She felt like ants were crawling inside and outside her heart.
But the Dragon King shook her head:
“It’s actually quite rare. If I can make two before the Eisentapha meeting, it will be a success~”
“Um…”
Reina’s face flushed.
Did this mean she had to incubate two eggs at the same time?
She gulped, unable to imagine what that scene would be like.
But unexpectedly, Calysia smiled blissfully:
“I want to make ten before the wedding.”
The Dragon King seemed to have forgotten the tension and pressure of the upcoming meeting with Sophia. Her heart was calm, her mind filled with love and longing for Reina.
This made Reina feel a little overwhelmed.
She was clearly still incredibly nervous.
She had always thought Calysia was quite stupid, but now she was somewhat envious of the Dragon King.
Because, by thinking simply and looking down on worldly matters, perhaps she could avoid “mental exhaustion” before a battle.
“Hum~ hum~ hum…”
Lost in thought, Calysia hummed a cheerful tune.
Suddenly, Reina remembered the dragon race’s concept of love.
Calysia hadn’t lied to her.
Dragons in love were indeed as she had described.
At least, she would protect Calysia’s current smile to the very end.
“What is Little Vassal thinking about? Your expression doesn’t look very good,” the Dragon King looked up, stopping her work.
“Nothing.”
Reina shook her head.
“I’m just wondering what song you’re humming.”
“I feel like I’ve heard it somewhere before.”
“Reina couldn’t have heard it before,” Calysia smiled.
“A long time ago, after my mother passed away, I stopped weaving.”
“During that time, it was Phantom Dragon who helped me become queen, and this song was her favorite.”
Suddenly, Reina felt a hollowness in her heart.
Her favorite song?
Reina became alert, her pupils slightly dilated, staring intently into Calysia’s eyes.
“Who is Phantom Dragon?”
