Chapter 472 The Prince of Love
The "big one" has finally arrived.
That was the long-awaited cleansing for the believers in the Twilight Province.
In fact, before the Tribunal came here, it was not that no one had been to this land. It was just that those who were purged that time were those who believed in Saint Sith, but now those who were purged were those who did not believe in Him.
Hand around, they are all themselves.
If you look at this land from the perspective of Saint Sith, Count Theron Gard is actually the luckiest person.
Him He didn't run when the Green Forest Army came to attack the city. When the flag changed, he saw that he couldn't win and ran away immediately. Now he went back as soon as the Salvation Army left.
Although he did not receive any guidance from the Demon King, he was indeed as soft as a worm in his actions. He followed the principle of fighting if he could beat him, and running away if he couldn't beat him.
Sometimes Raiden also feels that maybe Saint Sith is really dead, otherwise why would it be these rats who are favored by fate?
The final price is many ordinary people.
He is almost certain that the actions of the Tribunal will sow the seeds of disaster twenty years later, but how can those "Holy City People" who will never go to the Kingdom of Lane once in their lives care about the flood that will occur in Bian Sleeping Land twenty years later?
It’s just another group of ants drowned.
Lendon stood on a hill far away from Quemu Castle, carrying the "Shield of the Holy Grail", and looked at the army heading towards the castle with an expressionless face.
Having regarded the Lionheart Knights as an honor, he has never hated the flying lion so much. Perhaps the absence of the king is the best outcome for everyone.
At this time, a man wearing leather armor walked behind him, looked at the Holy Grail on the shield and grinned.
"What's the matter, Sir Knight, you can't bear to leave your own home?"
"That's not my home, my home is near the castle, by the river near the mill."
Leyden withdrew his gaze from a distance, looked back at the unattractive middle-aged man, and continued expressionlessly.
"I just want to see it to the end."
He recognized this man, his name seemed to be Grega, and he was one of Kallen's intelligence officers.
Before this, this so-called intelligence force had no sense of existence and only recently began to rise to prominence.
It is said that it was their work that invited Theron to the outside of Twilight City without anyone noticing.
Including spreading information about the Salvation Army and the whereabouts of "Saint Karen" in Twilight City, it was all their fault.
Grega shrugged his shoulders. He had no intention of stopping him from doing so, and he did not have the ability to dissuade a platinum‐level expert.
Leiden didn't ask his opinion at first. Seeing that he had nothing else to do, he turned his head back, raised the monocular telescope in his hand, and continued to look in the direction of Quemu Castle.
Brennan is not the only one unwilling to leave.
Raiden, who values glory, is also unwilling to leave the land where the Kechter family has lived for generations as a fugitive.
Even he knew in his heart that staying would be a dead end, and he would die in a more humiliating status than a fugitive.
Selling your soul to the devil may not necessarily implicate other people in the family, but "rebellion" is different.
It must be said that although the bottom line of the Holy City Tribunal is not high, it is still far higher than the ceiling of the Green Forest Army.
They also kill without blinking an eye, and are not stingy with torture methods. They may even use family members as threats, but they rarely kill the whole family.
The handover of Quemu Castle was peaceful, just like when it was handed over from the earl to the Salvation Army, and no one died.
The flag of the Lionheart Knights entered the castle, and the person standing under the city gate to greet them was Count Theron Gard who had been "invited" back before.
The count's demeanor was as exaggerated as ever, and he excitedly held the referee's hand, probably to thank them for arriving on time.
The expressionless referee glanced at the priests and nuns in the castle, then looked at the earl, and moved his lips as if he had said something.
Leiden couldn't read his lips, but it could be seen from Earl Theron's ecstatic expression that the Gard family's difficulties seemed to have passed, and they were even rewarded for their piety.
After all, from the standpoint of the Holy See, they do not want people to think that a saint saved them. In contrast, a pious earl is more in line with their propaganda.
Just like King Lion is more willing to praise a pig than to praise the greatness of "Light of Praise", the Holy See of course also has its own considerations.
This lucky pig!
Leiden really didn't want to look at him, so he made sure that everyone in the castle was fine, then looked away from him and glanced at the "Glory Knight" Hegmer Devalu.
The guy seemed to be in a very bad mood, his face was so gloomy that he could squeeze water out of his face, but this seemed to have eased.
Speaking of which, they were brought here from Griffin Cliff.
Leiden couldn't help but think of the rumors he had heard before. Hegemer and Earl Wevoit seemed to be old acquaintances, and both of them were the mainstays of the kingdom. They should have a good personal relationship.
Although they had buried the bodies of the Earl's family for the people there after taking the Griffin Cliff Castle, it was obvious that this blood debt would not be settled just like that.
At this moment, Hegemer suddenly raised his head, and Raiden immediately put down the telescope without a second's hesitation.
Grega coughed slightly and interjected.
"I suggest you not to stare at demigods for too long. The reason why demigods are demigods is because one foot has stepped into the realm of gods."
It would be nothing if it were ordinary people staring at them, especially those without extraordinary power, whose breath is as weak as weeds on the roadside, and I am afraid it would take overwhelming hatred to be felt by the other party.
However, for a high-level transcendent like Raiden, no matter how hard he conceals his aura, the other party will inevitably notice it.
"I know, I don't need you to remind me."" Of course, I believe you know. ”
Looking at Raiden who had put away the telescope, Grega nodded slightly and reminded him in as tactful a tone as possible, “It’s just that you are now a wanted criminal in the empire. I still hope you can consider the overall situation.”
"—I've always wanted to ask, do you trust Theron Gad so much? From what I know about him, this guy is not an economical person. "
Grega was stunned for a moment after hearing this, then grinned and said jokingly.
"I can see that you have a deep resentment towards him."
Leiden shook his head.
"No, I have no reason to resent him, I just evaluate him objectively."
Is it objective?
Grega's expression became a little playful, and he thought for a moment and said.
"Then do you want to hear an ordinary person's evaluation?"
Leiden stared at him for a while.
“Go ahead.”
Grega smiled and continued.
"I am unfortunate enough to live under the rule of Theron, and I can only make ends meet by hunting. I am as disgusted with him as anyone here, and I have complained about his stupidity, but I still have to say - this fat pig is not the worst choice for ordinary people. At least he does one thing well."
"Can I know what it is?"
Grega said lightly.
"He's not that extreme."
I didn't expect him to answer like this, Raiden said with a smile.
"Is there anything specific? What is extreme?"
As if he had guessed that he would ask this question, Grega smiled and continued in a casual tone.
∣ � 五月log到。。 Long, that greedy and cowardly guy, I dare not say that no one around him died, but following him is definitely luckier than following Earl Weaver. "
It is said that the Inquisition issued a killing target after seeing the tragic situation of the Griffin Cliff Territory, and the "Glow Knight" who was supposed to protect his people also remained silent this time and directly acquiesced to the Inquisition's decision.
Looking at the middle-aged man’s smile that didn’t look like he was joking, Leiden was silent for a while and said expressionlessly.
"I don't want to interpret the favor of the gods as his ability. I even think that the being in the dark may be blind. Otherwise, why should the noble soul be punished, while the humble soul is rewarded."
Grega said with a smile.
"Maybe it's just that mortals can't see all the cause and effect."
Raiden looked at him and asked.
"Is this what the servant of the Son of God taught you?"
Grega shook his head.
"No, this is what I realized after seeing many deaths. We are all sheep walking in the mortal world. It is just a matter of knowing or not knowing. When does the killing come to an end? Today you kill my whole family, and tomorrow I will kill your whole family. I feel like I have cut off the grass and roots. In fact, you and I are just grass, and what I have cut off is just our roots."
This time Leiden did not refute.
A long time ago, he once thought that Her Highness Karen had really heard the oracle, and for a time he really regarded her as a saint sent by Saint Sith to bring order to the mortal world.
However, when he became confused about the way forward, she retreated. It was this withdrawal that made his faith waver again.
Even if the sword master recognized the saint's choice, he even thanked her for bearing everything for the civilians of Quemu Territory and taking care of the whole damn situation.
From then on, he realized that there was no Saint Sith behind Her Royal Highness, nor did she represent the purity and justice he yearned for.
Leiden even felt a faint pain.
His saint is just someone else's chess piece——
Seeing that the knight did not speak, Grega crossed himself on his chest and a pious smile appeared on his face.
Our Kallen is different. Most of you are forced to join that highness's team, but I - I join her from the bottom of my heart.」
“Do you want to say that she is not the “extreme” you say? "
"Of course."
Grega nodded, looked at Raiden with a hint of surprise on his face, and continued happily.
"I know she is not as innocent as outsiders think, but is this important to an ordinary person like me?"
"She can stand in the safest place and say the harshest words, and let you and I die to please the gods behind her, and with another person. The chess pieces of the gods were fighting. "
"But she didn't do this, and neither did the gods behind her."
Raiden felt that the gods were blind, but Grega didn't think so. He even felt that the cause and effect was always fair.
They who formed a good relationship got a good death, while those lunatics all suffered their retribution.
The Green Forest Army was the first to be proud and has been burned to ashes.
As for those guys from the Holy City——
Even though they are having fun pulling lists now, the strong wind of karma has never forgotten them, but it is just that it cannot blow them in their prime for the time being.
They'd better pray that they never grow old.
But is this possible?
They just don’t want to admit that they are old!
Just on the border where the Holy Light cannot shine, to the west of the Brass Pass that isolates the chaos, the man holding the "Book of Holy Words" digging into the corner of Saint Sith has appeared.
Moreover, they were so blasphemous that they even got the tacit approval of a great prince!
Campbell's army briefly regarded them as friendly forces, and the two sides had a tacit understanding not to attack each other, and this tacit understanding is likely to continue.
This was unimaginable before.
Grega even had an intuition that perhaps the demon from hell had already quietly walked into St. Clement's Cathedral——
A little person who had never been out of the Twilight Province would not know that the demon from hell had not only been to St. Clement's Cathedral, but also held a funeral for his "father" there.
Although he uses his younger brother's name.
Andean Manor in Thunder City.
Luo Yan had just stepped into the hall of this magnificent manor when he heard a loud voice coming from the stairs.
"Your Highness Colin! You're well, I finally see you!"
He raised his head and saw Justice Edward walking down the second floor quickly, with a sincere and warm smile on his face, as if he was meeting a confidant he hadn't seen for a long time.
"You are well, Your Highness Edward, it is my honor to see you again."
Luo Yan greeted him with his chest caressed, and then showed a hint of just the right amount of embarrassment on his face, apologizing for leaving without saying goodbye.
“However, before I express the joy in my heart, please accept my apology. I should have come to visit you as soon as possible, but when I read the news in the newspaper that Her Highness Irene went to the front line in person, my mind had already flown thousands of miles away. Outside, I can't help myself"'
Before he could finish his words, the loud voice came from the steps, which resolved the "embarrassment" and at the same time brought the atmosphere of the meeting between the two back to the joy of meeting again after a long absence.
"Haha, don't worry, Your Highness Colin, I completely understand your mood!"
Edward walked down the last step, smiled heartily, and shook Luo Yan's hand vigorously.
"Noble souls are always attracted to each other. The citizens of Thunder City are saying that it was Saint Sith who guided you there. I think what they say makes sense! Irene is lucky to have a friend like you. I sincerely wish you all the best."
These words, which are watertight and yet enthusiastic, really put a smile on Prince Colin's face and felt as warm as a spring breeze.
Luo Yan couldn't help but sigh in his heart, the Campbell family was indeed a family favored by the gods.
In less than two years, it was not just Irene who had improved, the Grand Duke's skills had also improved a lot.
If there was still a lot of unskilledness at the beginning, now His Highness has become a qualified "Your Majesty".
The only regret is that the territory of the Principality of Campbell no longer matches his ever-expanding ambitions.
No wonder his neighbors are so wary.
Luo Yan could feel His Highness's strong desire for himself and the Principality of Colin behind him, even if he hid this desire behind hospitality and friendship.
It is difficult for a duke to stand up to a king.
But two may be enough.
While chatting with the Grand Duke, Luo Yan couldn't help but think.
Hity—
Hity Let's play his chess piece first.
The two of them were chatting as they headed towards the reception room of the manor.
Edward walked beside him and chatted casually about home affairs. The topic of the two of them soon turned to the Principality of Colin.
".—By the way, the unprecedented storm a few days ago swept almost the entire coast of the vast ocean, even the Whirlpool Sea. Irene and I are very worried about you. I wonder how your territory is doing? Has it been affected?"
Luo Yan gave a wry smile when he heard this, with a headache expression on his face.
"I can only say that the situation is not optimistic, but it is still relatively comprehensive. It is thanks to General Hamelton that he urgently allocated a batch of building materials from St. Ilburg that were originally scheduled to be sent to Port Sardo. This allowed us to repair several of the most important ports and barely get through the difficulties. "
"I see - that storm was indeed too torturous," Edward was stunned for a moment, and then sighed empathetically, "Our principality also lost several merchant ships, and Mr. Andes had a headache for a long time because of this."
"It's the same over there." , an unlucky cargo ship was even blown to the mountain. When a group of crew members opened their eyes and found that the sea was gone, they were all frightened - haha. "
Luo Yan took over the conversation, and the words in his voice were filled with fear and joy, as well as the ease and ease of surviving the disaster.
It seems as if he has completely forgotten who did the good deed.
"—There were few usable cargo ships in the entire vast ocean. Even if some large cargo ships survived, they were unable to dock due to damaged ports. In the end, thanks to the help of the empire's naval fleet, a temporary port was established at Deadwood Port, and we were able to solve this big trouble."
"Haha - that was really a disaster."
"Yes! A complete disaster!" Luo Yan sighed, then changed the topic, with a sly smile on his face, "Of course, we did not let the brothers in the empire help in vain. Relying on the connections from the United Kingdom of Gutav, we got a large amount of corn to be transported to St. Ilburg, which can be regarded as relieving General Hamelton's urgent supply shortage on the front line of the empire - of course, this is not free. "
"Corn? Are the boys in the Empire used to eating that stuff?" A trace of curiosity flashed in Edward's eyes.
It's not because he is really curious, it's simply because he can't talk about other topics, but he can say a few words about his eating habits.
For a Duke who sleeps far away from the Empire, what this Imperial Prince from the center of the world is saying is like something from another world.
But I also heard that some people can't seem to digest that food, but in difficult times, we can only make do. <
"Later, I took the opportunity to deliver supplies and went to the Holy City to visit His Highness the Marshal. We talked about the profound impact of this storm on the future order along the vast ocean. We agreed that natural disasters are both a challenge and a good opportunity given to us by Saint Sith. It is the gods who guide us to open up the new land of Cana. For this reason, we established the Knights Templar."< br/>
"Holy - what is that?"
"A knighthood, specifically recruiting people who are interested in opening up territory for the empire, to go to the land under the sun that they miss."
Speaking of the continent of Janna, Luo Yan seemed to have opened up a chat box, and started talking to the Grand Duke Edward who could not interrupt C
He talked about the unique geographical and climatic environment of that continent, the long history of the United Kingdom of Gutav, and their inextricable but little-known connections with various ethnic groups in the old world.
He knew that Edward must be confused.
But what he wants is this "unconscious" effect!
As expected, Edward couldn't understand the names of people and places in his mouth at all, but he was deeply shocked by the world outlined by these nouns.
But he is Edward Campbell after all, not some unknown guy who buys two shares and thinks he owns the entire Colin Group.
He suppressed the shock in his heart while echoing with appropriate conversation, luring His Highness Colin to reveal more information, and sifting through the complicated information to capture those things that interested him and were of great use to the Principality of Campbell.
There is no doubt about it!
This Prince Colin not only exchanges interests with the imperial military, but also has inextricable connections with the major families of the elder factions of the Holy City!
He has never been to the Holy City, but he is not completely unfamiliar with the Holy City. At least he has read history books, and he himself is within the feudal system of the Holy City, and his understanding of the power structure is far better than those who stand outside the system.
Without the nods from the military, senators, and the Holy See, such a large project would never be possible!
And the strength of this prince who can deal with these three factions at the same time is probably even greater than what he has shown before and cannot be underestimated!
Thinking of this, Edward's heart became increasingly hot.
Him keenly caught the flash of heat in Edward's eyes, Luo Yan knew that the cake he drew was big enough, so he stopped his rambling talk about the distant world at the right time.
"Sorry - Your Highness, I unknowingly said some trivial things that you may find boring." Luo Yan smiled apologetically, as if he felt rude for his eloquence.
"No, Your Highness, just the opposite! It's not that I'm not interested, but I was listening so intently that I was a little fascinated for a moment."
Edward immediately came back to his senses, with a sincere smile on his face, and continued.
"We Campbellites have always been interested in the outside world, and we have always been working towards the Holy City with piety. The experience you just shared has benefited me a lot. If you still have something to talk about, your friends are happy to be your listeners."
He used a tactful tone to express that he wanted to hear more about the "Holy City", especially the part about "piety".
Luo Yan naturally understood the desire in his words, but deliberately did not satisfy him. Instead, he changed the topic and brought the topic to a place where Edward was caught off guard.
This is a course taught by Lilith that Mia has never listened to seriously. High-end succubi often do not focus on the art of "satisfaction", but happen to be good at the art of "dissatisfaction".
The smile on his face faded, Luo Yan put on a slightly serious expression, stopped and looked at Edward who was caught off guard.
"Then, Your Highness, since you regard me as your close friend, I will frankly tell you what I think in my heart."'
"You have gone a little too far this time!"