Chapter 240 Volantis Surrenders

To the east of Volantis, on the vast land, a huge army is marching.

It was Gavin's Second Legion and the Unsullied Legion. At this time, this combined army had entered the disputed area, with only two days left to go from Volantis.

During the march, the sound of horse hooves and footsteps were intertwined.

Suddenly, two deafening roars came from the sky. The soldiers subconsciously looked up to the sky. In the far distant sky, two huge black shadows gradually emerged. The black shadows kept getting closer, revealing two majestic giant dragons! They spread their wings that covered the sky and hovered in the sky, their dragon scales shining dazzlingly in the sunlight.

Marching Commander Kairos and Commander of the Unsullied Legion Gray Worm were startled at first when they heard the movement, and then they immediately reacted and hurriedly adjusted their clothes and armor, looking serious and expecting to receive it.

Not long after, one of the largest dragons was seen swooping down first, like a golden lightning, landing steadily on the open space on one side of the army.

Gavin jumped off the dragon's back neatly, and Balerion slowly landed as well.

Seeing this, Kairos and Gray Worm hurried forward and bowed respectfully. Kairos said: "Your Majesty! Welcome, the Second Legion is at your service."

Gray Worm nodded as usual.

Gavin smiled and nodded gently, with concern and encouragement in his eyes, and said loudly: "You two marched all the way here, thank you for your hard work."

Kairos' face was full of excitement and he quickly responded: "Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty. It is my honor to serve for Your Majesty."

Gray Worm finally said: "I am willing to serve you."

Gavin nodded, then looked at Kairos and asked: "Kairos, how is the logistics supply situation for this march? Can it ensure that the army reaches Volantis?"

Kairos immediately straightened his expression and replied respectfully: "Your Majesty, don't worry, the supplies brought with you are enough to support the army for ten days, and there will be supplies coming later."

At this moment, the sound of horse hooves came from far and near.

Gavin looked around and saw Melisandre, dressed in a bright red robe, sitting on a snow-white horse, slowly approaching Gavin's place.

Seeing the sudden appearance of Melisandre, Gavin frowned slightly, then turned his doubtful eyes to Kairos, and asked in a somewhat puzzled tone: "Why did she appear here?"

Kairos responded quickly: "Your Majesty, this Red God Priest offered to return to Volantis with the army. Considering that she is your guest, I did not refuse her request."

After listening to Kairos's explanation, Gavin already understood the reason, so he nodded slightly.

Then, he turned his gaze back to Melisandre, who was gradually approaching, with a bit of scrutiny and exploration in her eyes.

Melisandre rode a white horse to Gavin. She bowed lightly on the horse and bowed to Gavin. The courtesy was thorough but also revealed a mysterious charm that was unique to her.

Her eyes slowly moved to the majestic Balerion beside her, a burning light instantly ignited in her eyes, and her voice sounded faintly: "It seems that His Majesty has already drawn the Sword of Light."

When Gavin heard this, he couldn't help but think deeply. Melisandre's prophecy flashed through his mind. He frowned slightly and asked, "The sword of light you mentioned is a dragon?"

Melisandre looked at Gavin, nodded calmly, and said firmly: "I said from the beginning that a hero's sword is not necessarily a sword."

Gavin didn't want to delve too deeply into this obscure issue, so he changed the subject and asked: "Melisandre, why are you going back to Volantis?"

Melisandre raised her chin slightly, with a kind of piety and fanaticism in her eyes, and said slowly: "Volantis has the residence of my Lord. I saw the revelation of the Red God in the flames, and asked me to come to Volantis." This is a gift for you."

After hearing this, Gavin's doubts became more intense, and at the same time, a sense of vigilance quietly arose in his heart. His expression darkened slightly and he asked in a deep voice, "What gift are you talking about?"

Melisandre's expression remained calm and she said calmly: "Volantis, the Lord of Light wants to give Volantis to you. You can ride a dragon to Volantis now. As long as you arrive, this place The city will open its doors to you.”

After hearing this, Gavin thought to himself that Melisandre would not say these things for no reason, but how could Volantis get it so easily, and how could the nobles of Volantis agree to such an arrangement? , has the Red God mastered reality to such an extent?

Although thoughts were surging in his heart, Gavin remained calm on his face, with a faint smile on his lips, and said: "Then thank the Lord of Light for the gift. I will lead the army to receive Valanti in two days. "

Gavin looked at Kairos and gave the order with a serious expression: "Continue marching, I will wait for you in Volantis."

"As you command, Your Majesty," Kairos responded.

Gavin nodded lightly, then, he ignored everyone, turned over and jumped onto the back of the Blazing Shadow Dragon.

He decided to go to Volantis to investigate the situation first. What kind of mystery was hidden behind this sudden so-called "gift"? He had to go and find out for himself.

Chiying spread out his huge golden wings and suddenly flew into the sky. His posture was vigorous and fast, like a golden lightning that shot straight into the sky.

Balerion tilted his head slightly, with doubts in his huge eyes, and looked at the red-robed woman Melisandre quietly, wondering why she kept staring at him with that fiery and mysterious gaze. .

But seeing that Chiying had already flown away, it flapped its wings without hesitation, its huge body bringing up a strong gust of wind, and followed closely behind Chiying.

Not long after, Gavin rode Blazing Shadow and Balerion to fly over Volantis.

Gavin was riding on the back of the dragon, looking down with a cold gaze. I saw that in the city of Volantis at this time, the tense atmosphere of the past had disappeared. The dragon-hunting crossbows that had been waiting on the city walls were gone, and all the city gates were wide open. There was an indescribable strange atmosphere everywhere in the city, and it didn't look like it was about to face a war at all. Two dragons were flying in the sky above Volantis. Such a huge figure could not hide from the sight of everyone in the city.

Upon seeing this, the two consuls Narciso and Dofas immediately ordered the tiger-robed army to raise the white flags that had been prepared. Then they each rode elephants and led their mighty entourage toward the outside of the city.

They were well aware of the power of the dragon Gavin was riding, but after all, they had removed all the anti-air defense dragon-hunting crossbows in Volantis. If Gavin misunderstood and launched a sudden attack, the consequences would be more than worth the loss.

Gavin in the air also keenly noticed this series of situations in the city, especially the two elephants and the sizable entourage behind them. Even though they were holding white chess pieces, his vigilance did not diminish at all. He stared at the team closely and never relaxed for a moment until the team left the city of Volantis.

Then, the two elephants shook off the team behind them and walked forward alone into an open space. Upon seeing this, Gavin immediately directed Chiying to fly downward. The blazing shadow carried a powerful air current and swooped down towards the ground.

As it landed, it set off a gust of wind, which roared past and rustled the surrounding vegetation. Even the two elephants were so frightened that they couldn't help but take a few steps back, with a look of horror in their eyes.

The two consuls Narciso and Dofas, who were sitting on the back of the elephant, were facing this behemoth at close range, and the horror in their hearts was even more indescribable. Their faces were pale, their bodies were trembling slightly, and they nervously lowered the sacred ladder on the elephant. Usually these things are done by slaves, but now the situation is special and there are only two of them, so they can only do it themselves.

They climbed down the divine ladder tremblingly, while Gavin sat quietly on the dragon's back and watched. He did not jump off or speak, but just watched their every move coldly.

After seeing the trembling two people walk up to Chiying and kneel down respectfully, Gavin calmly turned over and jumped off the dragon's back.

Narciso and Dofas first introduced themselves respectfully and showed their identity as consuls, and then said in a sincere tone: "Your Majesty, as the consuls of Volantis, we are willing to dedicate this city to you, and also I hope your Majesty can forgive us for our previous actions.”

Gavin frowned slightly, with doubt and scrutiny in his eyes, and asked coldly: "Aren't there three consuls in Volantis? Can you two make the decision? Where is the other one? I remember his name is Malachor Meguya also threatened me."

Narciso quickly replied: "Your Majesty, it was Malachor Meguia who provoked the Dragon King without authorization and caused the war. He has been executed by us. We also had no choice but to take this action for the sake of the peace of Volantis."

Gavin looked at the two people in front of him, his expression still stern, and said with a cold snort: "As far as I know, Volantis has a three-consul system, and you who are both consuls should not have the right to execute another consul. This act means rebellion. Tell me how I can trust two people who have rebelled."

When the two heard this, they immediately kowtowed as guarantee and vowed: "Your Majesty, we can deliver the hostages. You can rest assured that we can definitely be trusted."

After hearing the two people's responses, Gavin lowered his head slightly and fell into deep thought. His eyes were deep, and his mind was quickly analyzing and judging the authenticity of the other party's words, trying to find out the true intention hidden behind the words.

After a moment, Gavin slowly raised his head and said with a cold and serious expression: "In two days, my army will come to take over this city. At that time, you must hand over your heirs as hostages to the Stepstone Islands to ensure that you What is said is true.”

After hearing this, Narciso and Dofas nodded hurriedly and kept saying, "Don't worry, Your Majesty, there is absolutely no problem, we will definitely comply with the request."

Seeing this, Gavin continued unhurriedly: "As a reward for your sacrifice of Volantis, your Visama family and Panimion family can retain their status and wealth, and you two can also retain their status and wealth." I will temporarily be responsible for managing the daily affairs of Volantis, but I will hand over the command of the Tiger Robes, and I will arrange other positions for you according to the situation in the future, and you must comply. "

When the two of them heard this, their faces immediately showed surprise. They quickly kowtowed to the ground and thanked you profusely: "Thank you for your kindness and wisdom. We will definitely comply."

Gavin frowned slightly, a trace of doubt flashed in his eyes, and then asked: "Tell me, is the Red Temple involved in this matter? And how was it involved?"

After hearing this, the two of them did not dare to hide anything, and immediately told Gavin everything that had happened before.

After listening to their story, Gavin couldn't help but be alert. If the power of the Lord of Light R'hllor was secretly controlling this, then there must be something fishy going on behind the scenes.

After thinking for a moment, he said calmly: "Well said. Please tell the high priest Kinvara for me. I thank them for their help. The Red Temple can continue to have monks, and the faith of the Red God can also be preached in the Stone Steps."

Hearing this, Narciso hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, the high priest wants to see your Majesty and invites you to visit the Red Temple."

Gavin shook his head without hesitation and said coldly: "I have something else to do, let's talk next time. If he wants to see me, he can go to the Stone Steps to find me."

After hearing this, Narciso nodded and said: "I will convey your Majesty's intention to the high priest."

Gavin nodded slightly, looked at the two and asked: "I heard that there is a temple of the Thousand-Faced God in Volantis?"

Hearing Gavin's question, the two archons looked at each other, as if they both wanted to ask each other, obviously they didn't know about this matter.

Gavin understood what was happening and said in a cold voice: "Go check it out. If you find a temple of the Thousand-Faced God, demolish it immediately and capture all the believers and monks and transfer them to the Stone Steps."

After hearing this, the two of them felt nervous. Although they didn't know Gavin's intention, they still nodded obediently. Dofas said: "Please rest assured, Your Majesty, we will handle it within two days. When your army arrives in Volantis, we will hand over all the captured believers and monks to them."

Gavin nodded slightly, then easily climbed onto the dragon's back and patted Chiying's back. Chiying felt the master's intention and immediately flapped his wings and took off.

Since Volantis has surrendered, there is no need for Daenerys, Hassan and others to continue marching here.

Gavin plans to leave immediately to inform Daenerys and others so that they can know the situation here.

As for the Red Temple's High Priest Kinvara, Gavin didn't plan to meet her at the moment. He didn't know what R'hllor's purpose was and why he helped him like this, but Gavin didn't believe it was the so-called prophecy. After all, the Lord of Light was a true god who could show his power. It would be dangerous to rashly go to his temple.

And the only way he could deal with it was to deal with it coldly. If it wasn't necessary, Gavin wouldn't even enter Volantis, let alone the Red Temple.