Chapter 22: The Reward of Victory
"This madman..." Theodor couldn't help but murmur as he looked at what was happening in front of him, his eyes full of shock.
Justinian took off his helmet in front of everyone and revealed his true face. Theodor didn't know whether the boy was smart or stupid, but he was undoubtedly crazy.
"Sir, then we..." Saracen's beast trainer looked at Theodor waiting for Theodor's next order.
But at this moment, the man suddenly waved his hand and said, "Forget it, since this is already the case, there is no need." Justinian showed his face, which should have been done on purpose, so the promise he gave to the young man could only be fulfilled. He had to admit that this move was really cunning, but it was also stupid. If he showed his true face, then Justinian would have to bear the anger of the terrifying force one day, and that was the price.
Seeing that Count Theodor made the decision, the Saracen trainer did not say anything more and retreated silently, while the entire venue on the other side was cheering from the audience.
The nobles also looked at the scene in front of them with strange eyes. At this moment, even those who did not know Justinian before knew that the warrior below was not an ordinary gladiator, but the young man who wiped out the pirates in Croatia a few months ago. This made more people curious. Justinian's performance before could only be said to be outstanding, but it could not make the big men remember him because of this. However, his current performance made many people have to look at him differently. Although the previous duel was wonderful, the more important thing was why Count Theodor sent him to the scene. The reason behind this is very interesting.
While whispering, people were speculating and observing the young man below.
However, on the other hand, Justinian's face seemed to have no joy as a winner at all. He seemed to regret participating in this duel. To be more precise, he hated him, just like a chess piece, was pushed forward by the man behind Hendriel and Theodor, and became a sharp knife to remove the person they wanted to get rid of. But now Justinian is 100% sure that the person in this armor has a close connection with his original self and the Ark of the Covenant. But now he can't do anything, and he can't even see who the person in this armor is.
Looking at what the other party gave him, Justinian's eyes also had a slight fluctuation. It was an ancient gold coin, and the patterns on it were not worn out. However, Justinian still vaguely saw that the sign was the same as the locket on his neck. Justinian could never admit his mistake with the wings of an angel. However, the last clue was ruined by himself.
This is all thanks to the man. He raised his head and looked at the platform. Theodor was also looking at himself. Justinian clenched his fists tightly, his nails sinking into his flesh as if he was about to slash and bleeding.
But now is the time to let Theodor fulfill his promise...
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"It's him!" Seeing Justinian take off his helmet, Elena subconsciously exclaimed and covered her mouth. In fact, she didn't like the bloody fights in the arena, so she retreated to rest for a while, but when she returned to her mother, she saw Justinian appear below. Her father, Earl Theodor, slowly walked into the arena with her grand guards and attendants.
"What's wrong with you, Ilena." Mrs. Ajelina looked at her daughter's reaction in confusion, and Ilena immediately shook her head and denied it. After all, if the mother knew that this matter would be exposed if she encountered dangerous things, she would not want her mother to know that she would be left alone at home after being scolded.
Seeing her daughter's expression, Mrs. Ajelina showed a look of suspicion on her face, but her attention was soon attracted by her husband who appeared, and the audience in the audience were also cheering and shouting the name of their Count. This time is undoubtedly the most important reward ceremony is about to begin.
At the "dedicated request" of Count Theodor, he personally came out to meet the outstanding Justinian.
The guards and entourages came out first to carry Ali Sandro, who was seriously injured and dying, and swept the blood on the ground, sprinkled water, washed away the dust and blood stains, sprinkled flowers, and paved a road. The nobles surrounded by purple clothes slowly walked over. He was like an emperor, and there were all servants holding flags and fully armed guards beside Theodor, and the scene was quiet and majestic.
I saw Count Theodor raised his hand slightly to question, and the entire venue suddenly became quiet.
This made many nobles in the audience stunned and shocked. Most of them were not local nobles in Agrignon, but were just invited to come. Looking at this scene, Theodor undoubtedly had an abductor. He was not the emperor of the empire at all. In name, in Epirus, his brother Mikhail was the emperor.
This man's actions shocked everyone, but Justinian looked at all this coldly. He knew that this was actually to demonstrate the so-called majesty. Although this man failed in the competition with his brother, he was unwilling to give up. He used his generous money to buy and win over the top and bottom of his fiefdom, and used this pomp to shock his enemies.
At this time, Justinian, who was kneeling in front of Theodor in one knee, looked up at the man who was not angry and was waiting for the promise he made.
But Theodor also looked at Justinian who was kneeling down and did not speak. He understood that although the boy in front of him had kneeled down, he had no intention of obedience. He was still thinking about whether this little guy would help him or threaten him.
"You did a good job." The man finally spoke. Although his voice was very light, there were only whispers in the quiet racecourse, and every word of Theodor was loud and loud.
"Whether it is today's God-respect performance or the previous trip to the Croatian coast to encircle the pirates raging the empire's frontiers, you have proved your ability, Justinian."
As soon as Count Theodor finished speaking, the crowd above the racetrack attracted a commotion. The people of Agrignon had heard of this young man over the past few months. After all, it was easy to arouse people's favor by rescuing the abducted imperial people from several villages from such a dangerous place. Now Justinian has won this victory for the Saint Valentine's Day, which has made more people look at him differently.
Chapter completed!