For the Dicheng side, success is the only final outcome they can accept in the fight against the false gods. But in the whole matter, they put all their energy into the preparation and implementation process, and victory is not what they want.
Rarely considered.
This has led to the fact that in the face of the current phased victory, Dicheng's reaction was somewhat slow, and news such as victory speeches were not released in time. According to common sense, such mistakes should not have occurred in Dicheng. Even if the staff unit did not do a good job, the intelligence
The system can make up for it, the intelligence system has not taken care of it, and the internal affairs can also be saved... But no one can imagine that they will hang on to the source of life.
Therefore, even in a key city like the Holy Capital, it took more than half a day to receive the first secret report, and the wording was concise and very short. If there was not a pre-agreed code word, it would probably be regarded as false news by the Weisu couple.
.If the specific situation is not clear, they will naturally not issue any orders or information in the name of Cohen or Sbia. This leads to another result. Some people and certain forces believe that they still have the ability to move and operate.
…
In short, few people will be mentally prepared for the defeat of the false god, and it is difficult to estimate the extent to which the situation will change in a short time. For Cohen, the city, the source of life, and even the entire
The vast majority of human beings cannot understand. Of course, they will definitely think that they have understood it, and they have always seen the future.
"...What kind of news is this? Nothing is made clear!" This was the eleventh time that Cathelle Hagrid, the mother of the most proud and radiant hero, picked up the secret report and read it. She had already taken it three times.
She received the elf potion twice to be comforted by magic, but it was still difficult for her to suppress the mixture of excitement and fear. "You just said a few words and didn't take me seriously."
"Maybe there's something going on? It's hard for Cohen to cover everything when there are so many things!" It has to be said that as a husband and father, Weisu is in a rather embarrassing situation at this time. On the one hand, the complaints in his heart are not
No less than his wife, but on the other hand, he has to find suitable excuses for his ill-considered son, "Actually, isn't it very comforting to have such news from Cohen?"
"No comfort! He can be so perfunctory with me as a mother now, it's all because of your example!" Queen Kasseling is not such a woman who is easy to fool. She behaves perfectly in front of her son's enemies, but it does not mean that
She would maintain this attitude after turning her back, "If you make me scared, you have to pay the price! Don't try to shirk responsibility for what Cohen did!"
Seeing that the most noble couple in the world were quarreling over their son's great achievements, the person who put out the fire came to visit at the right time. In fact, the visitor was not a close friend, and the reason why he was able to put out the fire was just because he was a big enough person. Wei Su
Your Majesty is thinking about a suitable place to receive the guest, and Queen Cathelling has already expressed her curiosity about the guest.
"Then." His Majesty Weisu did not insist on keeping it secret as usual. He ordered the secretary, "Bring the guest here."
After a while, under the watchful eye of the etiquette officer, three guests dressed as nobles entered the hall. One of them was about the same age as Cohen, with a handsome and energetic face; the other was about the same age as Wei Su, steady, capable and gentle; the last person was
He has gray hair, a kind and generous demeanor, and an old and strong demeanor. However, from time to time, there is a light of restrained wisdom in his eyes. If Cohen were present, he would find that this old man fits his definition of an "old fox" very well.
"His Majesty the Emperor and His Majesty the Queen, under the illumination of the seven-colored light, wish you good health and freedom." The three visitors only performed simple greeting etiquette to the emperor and his wife sitting in the palace.
However, their greetings made Tenasi, Wilbur and others who were responsible for the personal guards look at each other. Speaking of which, they and the visitors had also been eating together in the same pot. Although they were only peripheral personnel, everyone knew that confidentiality was important to these people.
How important is it for the mouth pot?
Because they come from a secret society, it can be said that it is more low-key and mysterious than the demonic Black Skull and Bones. Its real name is "Heart of Seven Colors". When they have to act in various empires, its members use the name "Brotherhood".
It claims to be in name only. Its members are not many, but their status is all prominent. Even long ago, Visu Keda and Katherine Hagrid joined this association, and Visu is still the core of the Sibia region.
One of the members.
Of course, because of some things that happened around Cohen, the two parties have been at odds for a long time.
"Thank you three for coming to visit with your caring greetings and ulterior motives." Kasseling had never valued the crown of queen, but she was obviously irritated by their "and".
His Majesty Weisu did not stop him, but instead showed an imperceptible smile at the corner of his mouth. After many years of living together, he knew very well that his wife just found an excuse in the other person's words. The real reason for her anger was the other person's behavior. But in another situation
From a perspective, with Queen Kasseling's current status, being willing to find an excuse to attack is already a sign of high regard for the other party.
Besides, Weisu felt the same way, but as a man and an emperor, it was not convenient for him to express it.
The young man among the visitors was obviously unprepared for the hostess's accusation. He had a surprised and self-sufficient expression, while the middle-aged man next to him responded with a humble smile and a typical diplomat's demeanor.
On the other hand, the old man standing on the far left was very disapproving, as if Kasseling had just given a sincere compliment: "Your Majesty, Your Highness, you are well."
"With your ability and arrangements, you should be very clear about our situation. Frankly speaking, such politeness is a bit inappropriate." Queen Kasseling is not an aggressive character, but the other party's timely visit has already explained their arrangements and ideas——
They have obviously prepared two plans, and this group must have stayed near the Holy City so that they can appear at the most appropriate time.
In the past, she thought she would fail, so Kasseling would not pay attention to such nonsense at all, but now, her anger cannot be controlled by decades of aristocratic habits.
"I can probably understand how you two feel." The old man was not angry. He seemed well-informed and had a heart as big as a bathtub. "Yes, our behavior may not be called considerate, but compared to our responsibilities, we
It has been done to the most meticulous level.”
"Please forgive me for being slow and meticulous gentleman. In fact, you don't need to explain anything." Queen Kasseling looked at him without blinking, "Many years ago, I refused your proposal out of motherly feelings, and you have already rejected it.
Declared as a marginalized person. And I also made it clear that I will no longer accept the decision of this organization, so what this organization wants to do now has nothing to do with me, as long as you don't hurt me."
"There is no need to be so decisive, Your Highness the Queen. After all, I was your mentor."
"Because of this, I understand your arrangement." Queen Kasseling looked at the nearly perfect positions of the three people. "This combination of visits covers all the key points you taught me, including etiquette, diplomacy and
Psychological suggestion, you have considered my maternal weakness, and even the little respect I have for you... I have to say, your behavior is too cruel."
"Uh... let me interrupt, you three, please sit down and talk." His Majesty Weisu saw that Kasseling was coming, and felt that he needed to step in to control the rhythm, "Dear Bertina, please give us some advice.
Some snacks or something.”
The self-proclaimed mentor sat down and looked kindly at the people standing in various corners of the room, especially Steve Lorenzo, who was concentrating on writing at the desk without raising his head. He used this euphemistic way to reveal himself
Special request for the owner to clear the place.
"They are our friends and relatives, as well as Cohen's friends and relatives." His Majesty Weisu responded to his request, "They accompany us through the most difficult moments and are the people we cherish most."
"Intimate." The smile on the instructor's face was a little bitter, and he said something that was very rude in a diplomatic situation, "More than the oath?"
"Yes, we are closer than our vows." Unexpectedly, His Majesty Weisu's answer seemed even more impolite and decisive. He looked at his former mentor gently, with no taboo in his eyes, "From Seven Colored Hearts to Brothers
Yes, I have always adhered to my oath, but everyone did not consider my request. Therefore, I do not think that we are still brothers in an association. To really talk about it, it was not me who broke the oath in the first place. When you attacked Cohen
, we have already broken up."
When Visu Keda was really angry, Keseling showed no emotion. The couple worked well together, putting great pressure on each other without completely closing the door to conversation.
"I am also very sorry for the current situation, but many things will not change because of people's good wishes." The white-haired instructor sighed, "In this case, we can only talk about business. I believe that even if the two sides
We have forgotten the past, but we are still full of expectations for the future.”
"Of course, after today, the future of this empire is worth looking forward to." His Majesty Weisu changed his friendly posture, straightened his waist slowly, and moved the focus of his eyes upward, staying on the other person's wrinkled forehead. Then, for the third time, he
Once I used the title of emperor in front of my acquaintances without feeling guilty, "But frankly speaking, you are a noble man who devotes himself to learning, and you are not under the jurisdiction of this empire... In this case, how can you still have the right to do so?"
What business do you want to discuss with me?"
"I'm sorry, Your Majesty, it seems that my self-introduction was not perfect." There was a flash of anger in the old man's eyes, but he soon returned to normal, even with a bit of humility that a subordinate should have, "Your Majesty,
Today, I am here on behalf of the Seven-Colored Heart Brotherhood to meet with His Majesty and His Majesty..."
"I'm sorry." Weisu interrupted the old man, "Which empire does the Seven-Colored Heart Brotherhood belong to?"
"Dear Your Majesty, we do not belong to any empire." The old man's face looked a little ugly, "We belong to the northern part of the continent and belong to the entire human race..."
"Please wait." Weisu interrupted the old man again, "Are you saying that the Seven-Colored Heart Brotherhood is an organization similar to the Northern Treaty Merchant Group or the Temple of Light?"
"Your Majesty, you can think so." The old man surrendered. He didn't want to waste time on such details.
"Unfortunately, although you claim to be so, I don't think your organization can be officially recognized." His Majesty Weisu's tone was still kind, but his attitude was very firm, "At least with me, your organization is impossible.
Gain recognition.”
"Your Majesty!" The old man is not the kind of person who is particularly patient. Moreover, Weisu's words have already affected the entire Brotherhood of Seven-Colored Hearts, so he must express his anger and dissatisfaction, "You have ignored the nobles.
Etiquette and grace.”
"I remember etiquette and grace, and of course I also remember the rights of the superior and the victor." His Majesty Weisu smiled softly, "As the superior, I have the right to interrupt you; as the victor, I have the right to question you.
The legitimacy of your organization!”
"Are you contemptuous of the strength and will of thousands of brothers and sisters of the Seven-Colored Heart Brotherhood?" The old man tilted his mouth, "We are not losers. We are here for peace and progress, not for personal gain.
"
"I understand. It turns out that your Seven Colored Heart Brotherhood has never been on the battlefield. In this case, I still insist...what qualifications do you have to talk to me about official matters?" Weisu replied calmly, "Peace and progress are of course good, but
When it comes to self-interest, there are quite a few people who confuse the two. Moreover, don’t you think it’s ridiculous to threaten an empire with a group of thousands of people?”
"It seems that His Majesty Weisu Keda is not going to recognize the Seven-Colored Heart Brotherhood?" The old man slowly stood up with his hands on the table, a haze flashing in his eyes, "Your Majesty, please answer me directly!"
"I admit that the Seven-Colored Heart Brotherhood is a loose civil association." Weisu said calmly, "If this loose civil organization wants to do something in this empire, then I guarantee that it will immediately become an illegal association.
, its members will be wanted."
"I can't bear to hear such words from Your Majesty's mouth." The old man stared into Weisu's eyes and said in an almost hoarse voice, "Dear Your Majesty, you are abandoning and betraying you in the darkness.
A close friend?”
"Your Excellency, you don't need to feel relieved, just do as I say. Abandonment and betrayal? Well, if I have to abandon and betray part of the past, I will choose those close friends in the darkness." Wei Su sighed,
"Yes, your Excellency has taught me, but what really makes me grow is my feelings and soul, as well as my relatives. So, put away your disguised face, and don't think that the Seven-Colored Heart Brotherhood can really master it.
What - you have been wandering in the darkness for too long, and you don't even have the courage to go to the battlefield."
"I...can fulfill your Majesty's wish." The old man sat down with a smile, wrapped himself up again with a plain expression, and perfectly interpreted the word "stretchable and flexible", "But your Majesty should know that the brothers are
Why does it exist? The false god has been defeated and the true god has returned to the earth. Of course, there is a contribution from the brotherhood. We will meet the true god at the right time. Presumably at that time, the brotherhood will gain no less than your country.
powers and responsibilities..."
"I tell you very seriously that the empire will not do anything for you." Weisu immediately cut off the other party's extravagant hopes, "If the Brotherhood can meet the true God, then go ahead. Only after you have obtained power and responsibility can you meet with me.
Talk about this kind of thing. Now, don’t expect any benefits or promises from me.”
"Your Majesty's answer makes us very disappointed!" Feeling the toughness and determination of an emperor, the old man's disguise could no longer be stretched, and the muscles on his face were trembling uncontrollably, "Then, at least... Dear
Your Majesty, will you ask the brothers and sisters of Seven-Colored Heart to withdraw?"
"I don't know how many members of the Seven-Colored Hearts are in the merchant alliance." Weisu still remained calm, "Everything will develop along its own track. I can only say that the empire's troops will be dispatched as planned.
...Whether you can withdraw or not is up to Qisexin. In this matter, rather than hoping to open a gap with me, it is better to ask your brothers and sisters to put down their weapons."
"This is impossible!" The old man suddenly stood up, with a dark face as if he wanted to eat someone, "You! You actually want to show us your butcher knife."
"It's you who raised the butcher's knife to my son and people first!" His Majesty Weisu looked directly into his eyes and said in a cold tone, "You should have had this consciousness from the day of the invasion."
"The emerging king, I wish you and your empire a good appetite! Farewell!" The old man glanced at Weisu coldly, took three steps back under the extremely unfriendly eyes of Weisu's guards, and then turned around, with a high spirited attitude.
He led his two men and strode towards the door.
"Stop." The moment the old man was about to cross the threshold, Wei Su spoke out.
"Dear Your Majesty, do you have any other advice?" The old man turned around and looked at Weisu with a sneer.
"Yes, this is my last advice to the Seven-Colored Heart Brotherhood." His Majesty Weisu stood up and said solemnly, "Go tell your people that he is my son. His name is Cohen Keda!
Don't block his way!"
"What kind of advice is this..." The old man's expression changed again and again, and finally he was in panic.
"Don't move! Don't move anyone!" His Majesty Weisu paused for a moment before speaking the second half of the sentence, "This is the only way for you, the Seven-Colored Heart Brotherhood, to survive!"
The opponent's trump card was revealed, and the old man's body softened instantly and he sat down on the threshold. (To be continued)