Today’s White Dance Shoes Club is slightly different from its usual layout.
All the tables on the first floor were pushed into the corners, and the front desk where Allen and the bartender were originally was empty. The chairs were divided into three groups and neatly placed in front of the stage and on the left and right sides.
Several groups of reporters gathered in twos and threes in the gaps between the three sets of chairs, chatting quietly, with several flashbulbs standing next to them. The largest camera was even nearly one person tall, standing on the ground in the shape of a giant accordion;
There are also small cameras that can be held in your hand using a stand.
There are not many guests sitting down now. Sitting in the middle and in the front row is a knight in shining armor, fully armed and wearing a helmet. There is no one around him, and all the chairs around him are empty.
.Even so, he sat upright and motionless.
The knight alone occupies two seats. On the seat next to his right hand, there is a silver-white two-handed sword tilted. Its handle is very long, more than one-third of the length, and the sword body in front is long and narrow.
, but it is quite thick. The sword body is not a flat line, but a relatively thin hexagon - more like a bladed lance than a "sword".
This is a weapon that focuses more on thrusting than chopping. It is obviously not suitable for use in cities... This is one of the most commonly used weapons by air cavalry who fight on griffins.
It was put into a thick hard leather scabbard. The surface of the scabbard had a silver-gray plating with a large number of fine diamonds embedded on it. The diamonds were used to spell out a cursive word "Honour". It was lighting up
sparkling underneath.
This is the "Sword of Honor" that can only be temporarily obtained by retired air cavalry who have participated in wars and achieved at least three major victories. The word "honor" above was designed and written by Queen Sofia herself, and the broken diamonds are from the royal family.
The craftsmen embed it one by one.
This sword awarded by the Queen personally contains powerful authoritative power. If its descendants no longer become air cavalry, it will be taken back after seventy years of inheritance; if the descendants are willing to join the army, they can directly carry it.
Joining the Royal Air Force Academy of Avalon with this sword - that means an honor passed down from generation to generation.
Although the face cannot be seen from behind, the sword has already revealed the identity of the Knight in Shining Armor. He is Director Gordon who has just been transferred.
At Aiwass's signal, Lily pushed Aiwass's wheelchair and slowly walked over.
Aiwass just looked at Gordon from a distance - before he even got close, Gordon noticed his gaze and turned his head.
After noticing that the source of his gaze was Aiwass, the old knight nodded slowly. It seemed to be a gesture of friendship and recognition.
But then he noticed Princess Isabel who was following Aiwass. The old knight immediately stood up, took off his helmet, and half-knelt on the ground with a clang.
"Here is the Silver Crowned Dragon. I send you my regards, Your Highness."
Gordon's old and deep voice sounded, and it was extremely clear even in the noisy club.
Those who failed to notice Aiwass at first due to the crowds and noise were also attracted by Gordon's voice.
Realizing that Aiwass was coming, the reporters subconsciously wanted to take pictures.
But before the camera could be set up, they noticed Princess Isabel following closely beside Aiwass, and were immediately startled.
There is nothing wrong with taking pictures of Aiwass without permission. Although he is the adopted son of the Moriarty family, he has not inherited the family armor after all.
In Avalon, armor itself is a symbol of authority - those who wear armor must be respected, but even a knight who can enter the Round Table Hall, as long as he goes out without wearing armor, it means that he is now traveling as an ordinary person
.You can be photographed or painted, you can be touched on your body, and you don’t need to say hello or give way when you meet.
But Isabel's situation is different.
Although Isabel, who abandoned the sacred tradition of Avalon and embarked on the path of beauty, is not as recognized as her elder brother and younger brother, she is still a true princess after all.
If they secretly film Isabel, I'm afraid they won't be able to make it to tomorrow... When I go back tonight, someone wearing a black suit and white gloves will knock on the door.
The people present were either half-kneeling and stroking their chests to perform the knight's salute, or they were stroking their chests and bowing to Isabel. It was not neat, and different greetings came out one after another.
If it had been before, Isabel would be so nervous now that her brain would freeze.
But now she just took courage and took a breath.
He showed a gentle smile imitating Aiwass to the crowd, and waved to the surroundings reservedly: "Good afternoon, everyone, please get up. May the Silver Crowned Dragon bless you.
"After the ceremony begins, you can take photos."
Isabel's clear and melodious girlish voice sounded, and people ended their salutes.
A somewhat strange idea came to their minds.
It seems that...this princess who rarely goes out is not as shy and inarticulate as the legend says?
Isn't she quite decent?
At this moment, Aiden, who was closely behind Aiwass, ran over under the gaze of everyone, raised his chest and raised his head, and removed the chair to the left of the old knight Gordon.
Lily pushed Aiwass' wheelchair and parked the wheelchair in a neutral position with an elegant reverse. Isabel sat on Aiwass's left hand side. This made people who originally wanted to sit over to show their familiarity dare not
Sit here.
The result is that the seats in the middle group of the first row, from Isabel to the left, are all empty.
So Aiwass took the initiative to invite his classmates to sit here. Even so, the seat to the left of Isabel was still empty, and Angela was next.
As Aiwass took his seat, people who had been standing and chatting quietly in various corners of the club also consciously found their seats and sat down. The person sitting one seat away from Gordon was a man wearing a white suit and a neat hairstyle.
Middle-aged man with short blond hair.
Wearing a white suit means that he has graduated from the first school and is engaged in legal work. Either he is a judge who has changed into regular uniforms, or he is a lawyer.
He stretched out his hand to shake Gordon's hand, whispered a few words and sat down.
Going further to the right, it became a lot more mixed, with people wearing all kinds of clothes. Aiwass's eldest brother, Edward, sat in the group of seats on the left and nodded to Aiwass from a distance.
He didn't come over specifically to say hello to Aiwass.
Gordon also placed his helmet on the chair next to his sword.
He turned his head hesitantly and greeted softly: "Mr. Aiwass."
"Director Gordon."
Aiwass nodded at him and chuckled: "Or should I call you Inspector Gordon now?"
"It's fine. It's just a job."
The old knight obviously didn't care about his promotion: "Inspectors have things that inspectors can do, and inspectors also have things that only inspectors can do. They are all to protect Avalon, but the work content is slightly different.
"I have a question, Mr. Aiwass. I hope you can clarify it for me. May I ask, what is the relationship between Your Highness Isabel and you..."
"Ah, it's a friend."
Aiwass replied with a smile.
After he said that, he turned back and looked at Isabel.
Isabel also heard this topic and leaned over to emphasize: "We are very good friends, Mr. Gordon."
Aiwass patted her arm gently and motioned for Isabel to sit back first.
For some reason, Isabel seemed to be in a good mood. Not only was she a little bolder than usual, she even looked a little excited - if there weren't a lot of people here, she might have hummed a song.
"Yes, Your Highness, I understand."
The old man with dark blue pupils answered without hesitation.
He looked at Isabel, who had her hands on Aiwass's wheelchair, her resolute and weathered face full of hesitation to speak.
But in the end, he swallowed his words in silence. He lowered his head and pretended that he didn't see anything.
The club, which was originally very lively and even noisy, soon gradually became quiet after Aiwass, or Princess Isabel, appeared. It only took less than ten minutes for everyone to take their seats.
Soon, except for the reporters and photographers who were still standing, as well as the supervisors and inspectors standing in the corners, there was no longer anyone standing in the hall on the first floor. Then the door was closed tightly, and blue colors appeared on the walls.
White runes.
The only person wearing armor was Gordon, and there were not even many people wearing black suits. About one-fifth of the people were wearing white suits, and the rest were wearing suits of other colors, or simply
People wearing other clothes.
Most of them are officials - in addition to administrative officers and affairs officers, there are also scholars, pastors, professors and executives of large companies. Aiwass also saw his mentor, Professor Bard.
More people gathered on the second floor.
They are spectators and do not need special invitation. As long as they are of age and have decent formal attire, they can come.
Aiden had found his father on the second floor of the club, waved to him excitedly, and pointed him out to Aiwass. He was a gentle-looking, fat-bellied businessman with small eyes and white eyes.
The frightened middle-aged man waved his hands quickly and told him to be quiet.
At this moment, Aiwass suddenly felt something in his heart.
Because just now, Shadow Demon woke up.
【My master……】
A hoarse and vicious voice sounded from the bottom of Aiwass's heart.
[I feel that the little thief who stole the power of shadow is nearby——]
...that assassin?
Aiwass narrowed his eyes slightly.
——Do you really dare to come?
The assassin of "Eagle Eye" is quite courageous.
This time is completely different from Monday - there are many high-level extraordinary beings present this time. And they learned the lesson from last time and specially asked the legal master present to put a seal when closing the door.
Or is she just here to monitor him?
Aiwass touched the heavy key hanging on his waist and felt calm.
This time Aiwass was not afraid of her at all.
Rather, he was even a little impatient -
...If you don't take action, won't my key be in vain?
[My master...can I take action this time? I mean, if your life is in danger...]
Shadow Fiend's voice became anxious and manic.
"Tell me first, where is she?"
Aiwass asked in his heart.
So Shadow Demon marked her target——
It gave part of its power to Aiwass. Even if it only has one level of shadow affinity, it can still accommodate a little bit of the shadow demon's characteristics.
So Aiwass gained the temporary "shadow vision" ability:
I saw Aiwass's pupils darken slightly, as if covered with a thin and transparent black gauze.
In his field of vision, the entire space became darker. The originally black shadows turned into transparent gray, and the color of the people hiding in the shadows became darker.
Aiwass could clearly see that the female assassin was hiding in the lobby on the first floor, directly under the camera that was the largest, like a trolley, hiding quietly in the shadows.
"No need."
Aiwass calmly withdrew his gaze, and then calmly replied in his heart: "I don't need you this time, Shadow Demon. Just see how I do it."
【...Okay, Master】
Shadow Demon's voice gradually became calm and cold. However, her hoarse and mature female voice became clearer and more like a human voice.
[Then I will hibernate here silently... and wait and see]
The implication is that if Aiwass finds that he can't beat him and calls him again, then he may not be obedient.
Although it is greedy for the sacred flesh and blood that is voluntarily offered, demons are always arrogant.
Since it has already said that it is not of use, it will not rush to help.
"certainly."
Aiwass raised the corner of his mouth: "I won't let you down."
He knew that if he could handle the situation well now, such as defeating an enemy more powerful than him, or even just surviving from the enemy... Shadow Demon would respect him more. Problems could be solved without relying on Shadow Demon's power.
That just shows the strength of his mind and outstanding talents.
That is different from the nearly irresistible temptation and control of the devil brought by the "Pastoral Law", and is truly the recognition of the devil.
Just like Aiwass is willing to challenge the evil warlock Veronica with his weak body.
After careful and meticulous planning and conspiracy, the weak body finally faces the strong one, and wins perfectly or bites off the opponent's flesh and blood... This is the core principle of the way of transcendence.
And this requires him to have enough "talent" and "courage".
——The principles of transcendence are rebellion and victory.
