After leaving the town of Regram and entering the open road in the wilderness, Xino accelerated his speed and rushed towards the ruins of Trovinica. The closer he got to the ruins, the darker the sky became, and in the end it became even more complete.
In darkness, you need to rely on oil lamps and torches for lighting.
The girl raised her head and looked up. The Borian Manor was right in front of her. The blazing lights illuminated the area as bright as day. The dark crowds were fully armed and waiting in the open space of the manor. They were all sent by the Goldstaff family to monitor the ruins.
The leader of the movable retainers or retainers was none other than Weber, the old butler of Chateaurie Manor, because he was the knight squire of the old master. This ancient rule has been passed down from the Kingdom era to this day.
"Hush!"
Shino tightened the reins and slowed down Brandy's pace. She rode her horse to the front of the crowd. The crowd was about to salute and greet the heir of the Gustav family, but was stopped by the girl's eyes. She dismounted and asked straight to the point.
Said: "How is the situation, Weber?"
"Miss Xino." The old housekeeper took a step forward and replied: "The seal is still being maintained, but it has begun to show signs of loosening. The nearby residents have been dismissed, and I have temporarily relocated them to other manors, and promised to
Compensation will be given. In addition, there is a team of people stationed inside the ruins to report the situation at any time."
The seal of the Trovinica ruins not only suppresses the power of the beast, but also blocks its breath, ensuring that the battle between the Gostave family and the beast will not affect the outside world. This was also the reason why Xino's father, the "paranoid",
Leonard obviously died fighting for the Seal Beast, but the world mistakenly believed that he died because of charging at the windmill. However, as the power of the beast gradually weakened, the seal also reached the most vulnerable point in history. How can it still survive?
How much of a protective role it plays is unknown. Just in case, Sino asked the old butler Weber to dismiss the nearby residents in advance, including some employees who belonged to the Bolian Manor but had no knowledge of the matter.
They also paid their salaries in advance and allowed them to go home and rest.
Fortunately, despite its age, the Goldstaff family has always had a low reputation in this land, so the residents and employees did not suspect anything. Even if there were some people who were attached to their homeland, the Goldstaff family promised to resettle them afterwards.
As for asking them to leave their homes, this is another reason why Xino's grandfather is unwilling to ask for help from the United Religions: With the United Religions' style of seeking stability, even if the beasts are successfully eliminated, this area may still be classified as a forbidden area.
Allowing anyone to live there. And letting the residents who trust the Goldstaff family lose their hometown is something he never wants to see.
Xino nodded lightly and said: "Let that team go back. There is no need to continue to monitor the ruins. However, we still need some security personnel outside the ruins. It is up to you to arrange it, Weber. In addition -"
She turned to look at the crowd. In addition to the knights following the Gustave family, she also saw several figures that were obviously different from ordinary people in appearance: Gaoshan, who was wearing iron armor, holding a spear and a shield, and was more than three meters tall.
The centaurs; the gray-feathered harpies who carry wings and have gray-white feathers, and only wear simple light armor to reduce the burden on the body; and there are also the short-bodied harpies, whose bodies are made entirely of rocks, and their bodies are covered with moss and mushrooms.
The Biberg clan, the three most powerful alien races in the Loser Mountain Forest, are all gathered here.
"Shangquille, Sita, and King Biberg XIII." Xino named the three leaders one by one, with a bit of curiosity and doubt in his eyes: "I'm not asking you to take care of yourself.
My clansmen, are you staying well in the Forest of Loser? Why did you come here without saying a word?"
The three heterogeneous leaders looked at each other, and finally Jean-Quelle, the leader of the most powerful mountain centaur clan, answered this question on their behalf: "This is part of the oath, Miss."
Shanquel's voice was as heavy as thunder, rumbling in the gloomy sky: "Starting from the glorious pioneer Baron Vince, inspired by the great land of Glengenia and the gods on the top of the mountains.
Horses and horses jointly witness that we, the aliens, have sworn this oath with the Gustave family. Since we enjoy the blessing from the white thorn flower, we should pay the same price. Those who only know how to take without knowing anything in return are definitely not our style."
Shanquel paused and his tone became more serious: "Three years ago, my father fought side by side with Mr. Leonard and assisted him in re-sealing the beast. Now it is my turn, Miss."
I see.
Three years ago, had Shanquer's father fought side by side with his own father? Not only him, but also Sita, the leader of the gray-feathered harpy clan, and Biberg XIII, the leader of the Biberg clan.
Is it the same with the fathers? The oath between the Gustave family and the aliens has never been a one-sided relationship, but something that has been tested by time and will not be easily changed even in the face of the threat of war or chaos.
Xino understood their thoughts, but fell into silence. After thinking for a while, she slowly shook her head and said: "Thank you very much for your kindness, Shanquel, but I'm sorry, I think... I don't need your help.
"
"Why?" Shangquier's expression changed slightly, and a trace of dissatisfaction flashed in his bronze eyes: "Don't you think that we, who are just different people, can't help you?"
"Shanquil!" Sita, the harpy leader on the side, suddenly yelled, interrupting what Shanquil was going to say. He slowly shook his head and said that the eldest lady was definitely not that kind of person. If she really discriminated against others, what would happen if she really discriminated against others?
How could she have dedicated herself to maintaining the order of the Loser Mountains and Forests and trying to mediate the conflicts between different races for several years? It can be said that the respect Xino receives among the heterogeneous races is entirely based on her selfless dedication, not singing.
The identity of the heir to the Cetaphil family.
Shanquel realized that he had made a mistake, and after his expression changed several times, he finally did not continue. Instead, he gave the right to speak to Sita, who would talk to Xino: "Please give us a reason, Miss."
This chapter is not over, please click on the next page to continue reading! Compared with the impulsive and impetuous Chanquille, Sita's statement is more organized and logical: "The oath between the Gustave family and us aliens needs to be maintained with sincerity.
If we cannot treat the bond sincerely, the foundation of the oath will no longer exist. For us, sincerity means doing our best to help the Goldstaff family within the allowable range. If we cannot do this,
Even if the Gustave family is willing to stick to their oath, we don't have the face to accept unilateral kindness. And for you, what is the so-called sincerity? Please tell us the answer, Miss."
Including Sita, the leaders of the three major alien races stared at Xino with bright eyes, waiting for her answer.
Xino was silent for a moment, then smiled helplessly after a while: "Maybe I made a mistake, but I didn't mean anything against you, Shanquel. In fact, what I want to say is - whether it's you or the Gustave family
None of the knights need to come to my aid."
She raised her head and looked in the direction of the ruins. Under the gloomy sky, the wind was howling looming, making her voice weak and slender, but so firm: "Tonight's battle with the sealed beasts is enough for me."
After the words fell, not only the faces of the three alien leaders showed astonishment, but also a loud voice came from the family knights: "What are you talking about, Miss Xino!?"
"How can the battle of seals be such a child's play!?"
"If I sit back and watch you, Miss, fight against that terrifying monster alone, where will that put us knights?"
"That's right. I hope the eldest lady will consider it carefully!"
These words may be exciting or sincere, but they all express opposition. After all, Xino's request is too risky, and he actually attempts to use one person to fight against the synthetic beast that once caused the white knight Shiboton and Joan of Arc to fight hard.
, even though the opponent has been weakened several times and is now in its weakest state, no one is optimistic that the eldest lady can succeed. And once it fails, the seven hundred years of efforts of the Goldstaff family will be in vain, and the price paid will not be high.
It's not heavy.
Making such a bold and even unwise decision, what is the starting point for the eldest lady?
"I -" Xino's lips opened slightly, but she paused and said nothing. She was riding on horseback, her eyes scanning the crowd condescendingly, and every face was so familiar: the Gustave family
retainers, followers and knights, as well as alien leaders who live in the Forest of Lothor and step into the dangerous human world in order to fulfill their oaths. They appear here and swear to participate in a battle that may cost them their lives.
Is the goal just for glory? I'm afraid it's more than that, but also for the ideals, beliefs, and some long-held emotions in my heart.
Now, do you want to deprive yourself of all this?
Because in this world, there may be things more important to you than glory and belief.
"I," the girl finally spoke, gently finishing the unfinished sentence: "I don't want to see any more sacrifices."
The words echoed lightly, and the surroundings seemed to be quiet for a moment. Only the flames in the kerosene lamps were still burning. After a long time - of course, it may not be long, just a second or two of silence, the crowd
A voice came.
"Scars are the medals of knights, and sacrifices are the glory of knights." It was a young but determined face, and Xino still had some impression of him because he was Chloe's brother and had been admitted to the college with the financial support of the Goldstaff family.
After entering Sumia National University, I had the opportunity to continue my studies, but I gave up that path. In order to protect my hometown and follow the promises made by my ancestors, I became a member of the knights gathered under the flag of the white thorn flower. In the library
Luo Ai wasn't born yet, and when Xino was her age, she would play with her all over the mountains and fields, calling her brother and brother.
At this time, the young man in his memory who was gentle and polite, like the brother next door, was telling a truth that he had firmly believed in since he became a knight in a solemn and sacred tone: "If there is no sacrifice,
Courage is not enough to bear the title of knight; and if we are deprived of the qualification to sacrifice, it is tantamount to questioning our honor as knights. Miss, I hope you can understand that sacrificing for a glorious mission is not a knight.
What we are afraid of is exactly the opposite, and we are very happy with it."
"That's right." Another steady and heavy voice came. Xino looked up and saw an old face. The ravines and gray beard left by the years made him look more suitable to stay at home and enjoy his old age.
However, the steel armor he wore made him appear stubborn and stubborn, as if he was facing rocks or endless mountains. Xino also recognized this old man. Strictly speaking, he was not himself.
He is a knight, but a knight of his grandfather. He has been loyal to his grandfather since he first joined the army, and his seniority is second only to the old butler Weber.
In Xino's impression, he should be an amiable and respectable elder. Every time the girl came to play in the country manor, this old man would always accompany her and take her to play under the grape branch shed and to the stream.
Fishing, even going to dig out bird's nests in the trees... He undoubtedly treats the girl as a real granddaughter and dotes on her, and will satisfy any request. However, today, he cannot indulge her to continue her willfulness, because even though she is old, he
There are still things that I want to defend: "You are greedy for the beauty of life, and are willing to abandon the glory of death for this. I think such cowards have never appeared among us. Miss, your love for us is an
The noble virtues that a benevolent lord should have, but not the weakness that a qualified general should show. This is a battle, but it is also a war. Since it is a war, how can we expect to win without sacrifice?
Woolen cloth?"
The calm and vicissitudes of tone persuaded the girl to give up those unnecessary kindnesses, strengthen her determination, and not be afraid of sacrifice.
"Biberg, I don't understand the glory of human beings and knights!" A sharp and sharp voice came immediately. It was the leader of the Biberg clan, Biberg Thirteenth, who was talking. These very-looking people
Strange stone aliens live in underground caves and are used to coexisting with darkness. Although their group is large, they love peace. Some people think that they are timid and weak and are never willing to participate in any form of struggle. Now they appear on this battlefield.
.
That's not because Bilberg XIII has a braver heart than other tribesmen, but because he understands a simple truth: "However, we, who have sworn an oath with the Gustave family, must help you! If you lose credibility, you will
No one will be willing to believe you. This is what my grandfather, great-grandfather, great-grandfather... told me. Starting from the days of Baron Vince, we have never violated it!"
Yes, everyone who appears here has their own reasons.
The young people are for the glory of knights, the old people are used to sacrifices in war, and the aliens who don't care about the world just want to stick to an oath that has been passed down from ancient times, from the land of Grangenia to the top of the mountains.
The mission of holy gods and horses to witness together has never been cut off since ancient times.
But.
What if these reasons are not enough to overcome the persistence in the girl’s heart?
At this moment, facing the darkness, flames and black crowds, the girl suddenly recalled those people who had left one after another in her life: her mother who always had a warm smile, her father who left alone on a quiet night, and
The girl who was lying on the hospital bed breathing weakly but still smiling and saying "I don't blame you"... She suddenly realized that she could no longer accept any more sacrifices.
The young man who is as gentle and humble as the brother next door, the kind elder who treats her as if she were his own granddaughter, and those simple and kind-hearted aliens who are protected by the Gustave family... If possible, the girl hopes that none of them will know it.
Leave yourself.
Is this an extravagant wish? Or is it the sincerity that I finally understand after experiencing so many separations and separations?
The girl's hand unconsciously grasped Brandi's reins. Facing the firm, stubborn, and unwilling-to-flinch eyes in the darkness, she slowly spoke: "..."
"Let her go."
Suddenly, from where the firelight spread, someone said, with a tired voice filled with relief: "This is not an order, but a request."