Struggling as a Villain

Lena was captured and placed inside a room on the ship. She was allowed to send a message to her crew which was worrying about her.

Lena informed Bella that if she didn't respond to their calls, there was a beacon inside her body that would send them the signal, and it wasn't needed to tell what would have happened then.

A huge force attacking the cruise ship would surely attract the attention of the Crimson Claw. As such, Bella allowed her to send the text.

Why was Lena being so obedient and not trying to escape even though she easily could? Well, because she doesn't want to go anywhere when her Queen is here.

The feelings Lena carried for her Queen eclipsed admiration and was something like devotion. Lena was devoted to serving her Queen.

She was saved by that woman and was given a direction in her life. Lena has seen Bella's strength and her determination to achieve her goal.

Every trait of her Queen inspired Lena, and the reason she was able to handle the gang until now was that Lena had the hope that one day, her Queen would return. Explore more stories at empire

In her absence, Lena was preparing the army to support their Leader. The true commander of the Crimson Clan.

"She finally reunited with her beloved," Lena couldn't help but smile faintly as she heard her Queen finally being one with the one she yearned for, the most.

Although Lena doesn't know who this person is, considering such a great warrior was so obsessed with him, it means the man must be quite strong as well.

Lena was curious to see who this person was....and if he was worthy of her Queen's attention.

*Click*

It was like the deities were listening to her words as her wish to meet the man was fulfilled immediately.

"So she was your close subordinate, huh?" As the door opened, a fairly young man with shining red hair, almost like flowing lava, and a pair of piercing golden eyes looked at her.

Lena took a strong gulp—his presence was domineering. She didn't know if he was doing it on purpose but just by standing there, he was radiating quite an intimidating aura.

"Yes, Brother. Her name is Lena, a mage-warrior and someone who commands the Crimson Clan now."

Her Queen had wrapped herself around the man's arm, speaking fondly with him and having an expression that Lena had never seen on her face before.

The face of a satisfied woman.

The man hummed before he stepped forward and took a seat across Lena.

Following them, three more people entered the room, one being the brunette woman who had captured her previously, one shaved-headed guy, and the last one wearing a mask.

"Untie her, Lili." He called the woman with brown hair, and she obediently walked to stand behind Lena and untied her.

"I am Scarlette Richard, Bella's big brother." He offered his hand for a shake, which Lena accepted,

"Lena, Crimson Clan's vice-commander."

Once they shared greetings, everyone sat down. Richard sat while facing Lena, while the others were on his left.

"Tell me, Lena, has the Crimson Claw clan recently come in contact with your clan?"

The silver head frowned before shaking her head, "No I haven't received any reports from the clan."

Richard raised his brows, however, before he could ask anything further, she added,

"However, I have seen the movement of their gang members around Vegas…almost like they were assessing us."

Ben nodded, "Just as I said; Jin was gathering forces to meet the Commander of the Crimson Clan in the near future."

Lena closely monitored the man, who contemplated for a moment before he asked, "How many factions are there in the Asian Alliance?"

'Is he just a regular teenager with excessive mana?' she wondered since there was none who wasn't knowledgeable about one of the three major alliances of the world.

"Three factions and the leaders come from various nations." Ben informed, "Why do you ask?"

Richard didn't answer him and asked again, "If Jin attacks the Asian Alliance, which faction will he target?"

"The Heavenly Sect is situated in east China. Jin's gang is in direct contact with them, so it's most likely that Jin will betray them." Carl responded.

Lena was now sure that he was the least informed person in the room...however, she couldn't discern why everyone was treating him like he was the leader.

'Strength dominating here it seems...' She has already made a perception of the man...however, she was soon proven wrong.

"If they send a request to meet you, let them come. If they offer an alliance, you will accept...but only on one condition." Pausing to ensure that Lena was listening to him, he added, "If they could provide the same technology that they use for teleportation to the other dimension. Unless they don't provide you with a portal and demonstrate to you how to use it, you won't accept the alliance."

"How will that be useful for us?" Carl questioned.

Ben answered in Richard's stead, "Think about it; if the Crimson Clan asks for a demonstration, they have to bring Rena to their territory and once Rena is out of that cell, we can easily rescue her."

Carl's eyes lit up...but then Lilia asked, "But what if they reject? After all, they haven't even shared the artifact with the Asian Alliance."

Ben had no answer to that so every eye returned to Richard. Lena was also curious about what he would say here.

Richard seemed casual when he responded, "Then we will simply inform the master that their dog is misbehaving. Further action will be taken by them."

"...!!" Everyone except for Carl, had their eyes widened in surprise as Ben instantly asked,

"Do you mean...we will inform the Heavenly Sect about Jin's movement?"

Now Carl realized and showed his shock.

Richard slowly nodded, "Yup~we would be left with no other option."

Lilia still was confused as she asked, "But young master, even if the Sect attacks the Claw, how will you liberate Lady Rena?"

Richard was about to answer her but then he glanced at Lena and said, "You won't be leaking our plans, right?"

"No, I swear!" She instantly replied, "I have taken an oath to never betray my Queen."

Richard shrugged, "Well if something goes awry, I will kill you first."

Returning his gaze to his beloved maid, Richard said, "I just need Jin out of that cell...long enough so I can use the treasured technique of the Scarlette clan."

Lilia's eyes slowly parted wide in realization. Only she and Bella were aware of what technique he had just mentioned; however, since it was Richard who was so confident, the other two also assumed that it was possible.

Ben couldn't help but ask, "If it's about having Jin away from Rena then can't you do it when that bastard visits the Crimson Clan?"

After all, to ally with the clan, Jin surely would need to visit Vegas himself.

But, "Do you think Jin would leave Rena unattended?"

Ben's expression turned grim, "You are right...he will surely leave someone behind to look after her. However, if the Sect attacks, you can take advantage of the chaos."

Richard nodded, "Yup, as I said, I just need Rena out of that cell, or at least a minute's worth of alone time with her would be enough."

Leaning back in his seat, the redhead asked, "If any of you find any flaw in the plan, tell me now. I don't want anything to go wrong in this."

Bella immediately asked, "Won't it be wise if we all fight the Demon General?"

Richard heaved a sigh and couldn't stop himself from smiling.

While the others were focused on the plan, she still was concerned about the battle between him and the general

Softly caressing her head, he said, "No one can fight that being except for me, Bella. And you don't need to worry, I won't lose to him."

Bella didn't say anything and just lowered her head in defeat.

"Wow...." Lena suddenly voiced, "...I now understand why my Queen is so fond of you. You are quite smart for your age."

Richard raised his brows, "I may look young but I am older than you...mentally."

Lena didn't know how to respond to that, so she focused on the main topic, "About the alliance meeting with Jin...it would be better if Lady Bella doesn't appear before him since the news of her re-appearance might delay their plan."

Richard nodded in agreement, "Indeed, the timing of our arrival and Bella's appearance would create suspicion. So yeah, it would be great if you handle the deal."

With a determined look, the silver head assured them, "You don't need to worry about it then. I will make him yield in this negotiation."

Richard glanced at Lilia with a smirk on his face.

The brunette now understood why her master chose to discuss the plan before the woman.

'You are growing brilliantly, master. Madame would be so proud.'

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