The royal family has made many preparations on this front.
Besides gathering the Magic Power needed to activate the Eclipse Gate, they also selected and trained the Knight Order to go to the past in advance.
They formulated a series of plans for returning to the past, including how to determine the era, how to find Zeref while he is still a normal person, and what kind of operation to carry out...
At first glance, it sounds quite reliable; as long as the plan is executed step by step, it should be smooth to kill Zeref before he gains his Undying Body.
However, she did not explain the fundamental problem.
What if Zeref, who holds a significant place in history, is killed, and we or the people we care about disappear?
What if all those who are completely unaware suddenly vanish?
Compared to that, whether Acronologia was born because of Zeref seems less important.
Rhode shook his head: "I oppose such reckless actions, Zeref and Acronologia can be resolved by other means, it's not worth gambling on 'history'."
Princess Jade was somewhat disappointed: "It seems I can't persuade you."
She watched the competition a few days ago and learned that Rhode is very strong, and the Ten Wizard Saints is very strong.
But the more it is like this, the more desperate it feels.
Because with such a powerful Rhode, coupled with those from Fairy Tail trapped on Celestial Wolf Island, even including Makarov and four Dragon Slayer Mages,
plus the legendary dragon that Rhode can summon, such a powerful force couldn't defeat Acronologia.
So, what other solution is there besides returning to the past?
Rhode said, "The issue of using such magic is no longer about convincing me, you should consider how to face the Council and other countries."
Princess Jade said, "Of course I know, preparing such magic itself has violated dozens of laws, and Fiore will become the enemy of all nations in the world...
"So everything is carried out in secret, and we have already prepared to bear the consequences. For the sake of the world, we are willing to take on any crime.
"Because there is no other way. If we miss the lunar eclipse in a few days, we'll have to wait another 7, 14, or even more years to return to such a distant past, and it will require far more immense Magic Power.
"We cannot guarantee what will happen during this time, maybe next year, maybe tomorrow, doomsday will suddenly arrive, we must act quickly."
Princess Jade had a look of 'I wouldn't regret it even if you kill me now,' she was truly prepared to die for it and to bear infamy for it.
She even firmly believed she had to do this, as if it was her duty.
This kind of personality, as long as every decision is wise, should be quite good, and maybe make her a legendary queen.
Otherwise, it's kind of a pitfall.
Nevertheless, Rhode also knew the key to persuading her—just let her see the possibility of defeating Acronologia and killing Zeref.
If that really doesn't work, one can still choose to use coercive or semi-coercive measures, just that it would be more troublesome.
So if negotiations can be held, it is best to keep them calm.
Then Jude inquired: "May I ask if Reela was involved in an Eclipse plan fourteen years ago? Did that plan fail, and why did it fail?"
"This..." Princess Jade looked troubled, "I do not know."
Jude asked puzzlingly: "Do not know?"
"Yes, fourteen years ago I was still young, unable to participate in such actions." Princess Jade had a thoughtful look on her face, "Besides, I once asked, but my father didn't seem to know about that incident either."
Jude frowned: "But such a major event, more than just Reela should know."
"How about this, my father will be here shortly, Mr. Jude can ask him directly when he arrives."
Jude nodded and then asked, "Do you plan to get Lucy's help this time?"
"That is my hope; if Miss Lucy comes, it could maximize the success rate." Princess Jade glanced at Rhode, "But I fear Mr. Rhode wouldn't agree, would he?"
Rhode did not deny: "I have doubts about the entire plan, how could I let her contribute to it?"
Princess Jade was not surprised, nor was there any worry because she had prepared in advance.
Rhode brought up another purpose, saying: "Let's set aside the issue of the Eclipse for now, I came with another matter to discuss.
"We received intelligence that between the night of July 6 and the early morning of July 7, more than ten thousand dragons will attack this country. Does your Princess Highness have any insights about this?"
"T-ten thousand dragons?"
This response seemed like complete lack of any intelligence. Rhode saw that Princess Jade's shocked expression didn't seem to be feigned.
Princess Jade said in disbelief: "Wait, are you serious?"
"I'm not interested in making such jokes."
"But... why? How could there suddenly be so many dragons in this era?" Princess Jade furrowed her brows, "May I ask about the source of your intelligence..."
"You reminded me, 'in this era,' there shouldn't be so many dragons." Rhode looked at Princess Jade,
"I previously speculated that it's most likely due to ancient ruins' dragon hordes being revived, but now there's another possibility—the planned activation time for the Eclipse, is it around 0:00 on July 7?"
"That's right, but this and..."
Rhode continued to ask: "What is the function of the Eclipse?"
Princess Jade murmured: "To open the gate connecting the present and the past, are you saying..."
Rhode nodded: "The era you intend to connect is over 400 years ago, right? That era..."
Princess Jade hesitatedly nodded and continued: "That era was the time when the world was ruled by dragons, 10,000 dragons is not an exaggerated number... are you saying, I...will open the Eclipse Gate, but fail to go to the past, instead bringing the dragon horde from the past to the present?"
If this is true, she and all who advocate the Eclipse plan will be guilty—personally bringing 10,000 dragons to the present world!
Princess Jade's resolve suddenly wavered.
Mr. Rhode likely wouldn't joke about such matters.
But could this be a reason made up specifically to stop the Eclipse plan?
She asked with some hope: "Could it just be a coincidence? Just happened to be the same timing, or maybe your intelligence isn't accurate, and ten thousand dragons attacking, this kind of thing is really..."
A voice came from the doorway: "No, if Mr. Rhode is also saying this, perhaps it's true."
Everyone turned to look, a short old man about the height of Makarov, wearing a crown, walked in.
Yukino was still standing by the door, not stopping this person at all.
Princess Jade stood up, not bothering with greetings, directly said: "Father, what do you mean?"
The King nodded: "I also received the same intelligence."