Reincarnated as a boss tyrant in the game

The mere mention of the underground labyrinth filled Corena with intense unease. It was a place where the unknown and danger coexisted, claiming the lives of countless adventurers each year.

The Underwood family controlled two entrances, and it was said that the number of adventurers who had perished there was staggering, including many sixth-tier powerhouses.

Corena's voice trembled as she hesitantly advised, "The underground labyrinth is too dangerous. Are you two really going to risk it, my princes?"

Yasso's eyes gleamed with excitement. He harbored dreams of becoming an adventurer, and the underground labyrinth represented both a challenge and an opportunity. He said quickly, "Corena, you don't understand. If our strength is insufficient, the conditions for our fiefdoms will be greatly reduced in the future. This expedition is crucial for increasing our strength and securing our future."

Solon agreed, but his reasons were different. He yearned to become stronger, not only for glory but also to contend for the throne. He knew that only with sufficient strength could he remain invincible in the battle for succession.

There was still some time before the Purple Melon Planting Competition, but the preparations were crucial. Registering for the competition, selecting a venue, and gathering companions—each task required time. However, Solon knew that this period was the perfect opportunity to explore the mysterious underground labyrinth.

He decisively began to deploy tasks, turning to Yasso and saying calmly, "Yasso, go quickly and retrieve the treasure map, and invite Head Maid Aichi Miri to come along. To explore the underground labyrinth, we must have the assistance of a strong individual. Her strength and experience are vital to us."

Then, Solon carefully instructed Corena, "Corena, this expedition requires a large number of supplies. You need to purchase them according to the list. Every item is indispensable, so be sure to prepare thoroughly." With that, he handed her a detailed list, outlining all the necessary items for the expedition.

The others accepted their orders and departed, while Solon stood in place, gazing into the distance with a profound look. He understood that this expedition was full of unknowns and dangers, but with his experience from the game, the labyrinth was not insurmountable.

Just as Yasso and Corena's figures disappeared into the horizon, Princess Maria's maid, Jessica, arrived in haste with a group of people, her face bearing a hint of gravity, and holding the princess's decree tightly in her hand. Her tone was urgent, "Your Highness, the princess has decreed that you are to enter the palace immediately for an audience."

Upon hearing this, Solon felt a surge of anger. He tried to calm his emotions and asked Jessica to return first under the pretext of changing clothes. As soon as Jessica left...

Princess Maria's maid, Irene, also appeared at the right time, her expression equally serious and dignified. Irene gently parted her lips and said to Solon, "Prince Solon, the princess has been waiting for a long time, she misses you very much, and hopes that you can visit her more often in your spare time."

Solon nodded, understanding that Princess Maria was about to place her bet.

The preparations for the competition had only just begun, but the behind-the-scenes struggles had already quietly unfolded.

The princesses and princes' respective mothers and their clans began to exert their influence, using various means to increase the chances of success for their supporters.

Behind this seemingly simple competition, there was actually a complex web of political struggles and family interests.

Without the slightest hesitation, Solon decisively informed Maid Irene of the plan that Princess Maria was about to implement. He knew that the situation was urgent and that he needed to use Princess Maria's power to resolve this crisis.

He also understood very well that if he wanted to obtain Princess Maria's assistance, he had to provide corresponding conditions and promises.

"Maid Irene, please be sure to relay this matter to Mother, and I implore her to lend a hand," Solon said, his tone filled with sincerity and expectation.

Addressing Princess Maria as 'Mother' and referring to himself as 'your subject' was enough to demonstrate his attitude and indicate his ambition. He wanted to win this competition and also coveted the position of crown prince.

Irene's eyes immediately sparkled with a bright light, and she instantly understood Solon's intention. Her coming here had actually already been authorized by Princess Maria, indicating her willingness to lend a hand.

However, Irene never expected that Princess Maria would be so decisive, forcing Solon to make such a choice in advance.

If it weren't for this matter, it might take a year, or even several years, to get Solon to agree, and the Harun family couldn't wait that long.

Irene hurriedly returned to the palace. Before that, she and Jessica had already had a brief encounter.

The two understood each other and tacitly avoided meeting Solon.

As Jessica left, she knew that the most urgent task was to delay time.

To buy Solon time for Princess Maria to take action. Although Princess Maria's influence in the palace was declining, she still held the title of princess. Once the matter escalated, even if the emperor didn't intervene, the Empress Dowager would never sit idly by.

Jessica was also confused as to why she had decided to lend a hand, perhaps because of the long-standing dissatisfaction with Princess Maria that had accumulated in her heart!

On the way back to the palace, Jessica deliberately slowed down for twenty minutes in order to give Princess Maria enough time to respond.

When she learned that Solon had addressed her as 'Mother,' Princess Maria was overjoyed. Without hesitation, she led everyone to Princess Maria's palace.

Now that she had decided to support Solon, Princess Maria would no longer hide it, and it was time to show her methods to the people in the palace.

Princess Maria received Princess Maria with a gloomy face, and the atmosphere between the two seemed somewhat tense.

Princess Maria turned a deaf ear to Princess Maria's sarcasm. She seemed to be immersed in her own world, chatting to herself, regardless of whether Princess Maria responded or not.

For those who were unaware, they might mistakenly think that Princess Maria had already sensed her defeat and had come to beg Princess Maria for mercy. Such speculation quietly spread among the onlookers, making Princess Maria's situation even more awkward.