"It's true that a hero comes from a boy!" Lee Woods sighed.
"Mr. Brando..."
"Just call me Brando." Brando interrupted her and replied.
"Brando, I want to hear your opinion on the current situation, can you?" Princess Griffin put her hands on the desk and gently held the white porcelain tea cup - the black tea was rippling slightly, like a crystal surface
Ripples appeared - she raised her head, her eyes were bright, and her beautiful eyes seemed to be coated with a layer of silver.
Brando's eyes swept over everyone in the study one by one. The royal party was as calm as ever, and the princess seemed innocent but was actually very shrewd. Only the little prince seemed to be a little afraid of strangers and was hiding behind the nobleman and carefully looking at him.
Looking at him; only a sharp and cold gaze kept falling on him. Brando looked at him and saw the black-haired female knight standing behind Griffith - it seemed to be named Nymesis, Bu
Every time Lando saw this woman, his heart palpitated.
He looked away.
"With all due respect, for the royal party, there is no current situation." Brando replied bluntly, "The north has long since fallen to Archduke Sifah, and the two major legions of the kingdom - the White Lion Legion
Both the Black Blade Legion and the Black Blade Legion are in the hands of the nobles in the north, while the southern legion was attacked by Madara and its structure is still unknown. This is probably why Earl Denel has not signed an agreement with Instar Dragon."
He paused for a moment and wanted to say that although there were still three leaders in the south, namely Viero, Karasu and Golan-Elson, they were all soy sauce. The disparity in power between the north and the south could actually lift Corcovado.
The princess is the only one who carries the flag; the cold winter has blocked the northern army from moving south, but as long as the ice and snow melt, the hope of maintaining the princess will collapse.
But this is exactly the reason why the royal party chose to join forces with Anlek, so he did not press the button.
"The kingdom is surrounded by strong enemies and the situation is in danger. The Ampelsel meeting does not belong to you. In fact, I am afraid that you are here to persuade the Ampelsel Chamber of Commerce and the temple to remain neutral, rather than actually participating in this meeting, right?" Bran
Duo asked rhetorically.
There was a silence in the study, and everyone looked at Brando with a little surprise. The situation in the kingdom has been changing rapidly since the death of Obergu VII, but at this point, anyone with a discerning eye can see through the weakness of the royal party at a glance;
But Brando was able to guess their true purpose behind the appearance, which was extraordinary - everyone thought they wanted to use Enlek's power to get back a win at the Amperesel Conference, but the young man in front of him
But people reveal their thoughts straight away without any hesitation.
Macaro and Lee Woods both felt a chill in their hearts, thinking that the young man in front of them would be too scary if he were an enemy. Only Overwell glanced at Brando with admiration. After all, Brando was the one he came from Lidenberg.
Among the people fleeing, the better Brando is, the more outstanding he is, which only proves that he has more vision.
Griffin's eyes were filled with excitement. She looked at Brando as if she were looking at the person she was closest to - because no one else knew there was a secret between her and Brando; the half-elf girl originally responded to Brando
When I wrote the letter to her, influenced by the 'story' Overwell told her, there was not a hint of a girl's yearning for a knightly romance in my mind - plus the royal party was in turmoil at that time, or maybe she was buying horse bones for a thousand dollars.
Due to some unexpected reasons, she privately named Brando her knight.
Her Royal Highness the Princess is only seventeen years old this year, and is not yet old enough to rely on luck for everything. But apart from luck, the only thing left is destiny.
Thinking of this, the half-elf girl felt slightly moved in her heart.
"I have met Princess Magdale and heard that she is a close friend of Her Highness the Princess." Brando replied. But in fact, he knew that the real purpose of the royal party was not for this reason. History was like an open book in front of him.
In this big book, Eruin's decadent aristocratic class' selfish pursuits in this era could not escape his eyes, let alone the 'strategy' put on the table by the royal party. And the reason why he said this was just that he did not want to
Being regarded as a monster.
Macaro, Leigh Woods and Overwell nodded slightly, and were relieved. Based on the relationship between the nun princess and the temple, and the influence of the temple in the chamber of commerce, it is not difficult to guess the connection between them. However,
When everyone turned their attention to the aristocratic meeting at the Wind and Cloud Society, this young man's eyes still did not let go of the surrounding details. With his calmness and sensitivity, he was considered a first-rate talent among the aristocrats.
"You guessed it right, Mr. Brando. That's why my brother's army has only two ways to go from the north to the south - if we get the support of the Temple and the Chamber of Commerce - at least let them
Remain neutral, then the northern nobles will have to pass through the mountains of Anlek——"
"So you intend to marry Anlek. In this way, no matter how aggressive the nobles in the north are, they have to face reality. Fighting in the mountains, they are no match for Anlek. In this way, the north and south can easily attack and defend, and there is no security.
The three leaders of Viero, Golan-Elson, and Karasu, who are worried about it, will naturally be tied to the royal party - or rather, Alec's chariot - if they are guaranteed. If you advance, you can attack, if you retreat, you can defend. In the long run,
, the Corcova royal family will surely be revived.”
Brando raised his head, without any joy in his eyes: "Then I would like to congratulate Her Royal Highness in advance."
"Do you think something is wrong?" Griffin's face turned pale. Brando's power was insignificant in the eyes of the royal party, but it was very important in her heart. She vaguely felt that Brando might know his true self.
The goal she has insisted on since she was a child - even goes against the royal party, but there is only one person in Eruin who understands her. This person is right in front of her.
She originally thought he could understand her sacrifice.
And compared to this understanding, everything else is insignificant——
She saw the shining light from Brando, the belief that she had always supported, just like another bright light in the storm, the surprise of finding a companion in the dark and lonely wilderness.
It was indescribable. It was not difficult for her to see that Brando had the same persistence as herself, whether in his letters or in his actions, but this man was now looking at her with a cold face.
Her Highness the Princess took a slight breath and asked, "Can you tell me the reason?" Her tone was very soft, but it was not difficult to see a trace of dissatisfaction under her frowned eyebrows. Presumably, if Brando could not give her a satisfactory answer, what would he gain in return?
Her Royal Highness must be disappointed.
He is as proud as the rumors say. Brando thought to himself, but without this kind of character, he would not be able to persist to this point.
"A few questions," he replied.
Overwell raised his head slightly. In fact, he did not support this plan very much. However, Lewurtz and Macaro agreed. Lewurtz had a very important influence in the royal party, and he was the only element level member of the royal party.
Strong. On the other hand, Macaro also represents the opinions of his allies and cannot tolerate his opposition.
"First, the war between the Temple of Fire and the Temple of Earth is about to begin. The Cruz people may not be happy to see Eruin in chaos at this time. Although the Eruin people have no longer been at the mercy of the Cruz people since they became independent.
, but I have to admit that we are also a member of the Temple of Fire." Brando replied, "At this time, although it is impossible for the Temple to interfere in the internal affairs of the kingdom openly, it has opened the door for the nobles in the north.
It can still be done. After all, in the eyes of outsiders, the strength of the north is far greater than that of the south. The fastest way for this kingdom to end the war is undoubtedly to let the north win as soon as possible——"
"It's impossible that we haven't considered this, young man," Leigh Woods finally spoke at this time. Brando's doubts about him completely wiped out the goodwill he had just established, "But once Archduke Anlek
Joining forces with the royal party, it will not be easy for the Yankees to win. If the temple intervenes arbitrarily, it will only cause a larger-scale civil war; not to mention that at this time of year, the Toquining Lions are far from ready for food.
Talking about a war between the Temple of Fire and the Temple of Earth is even more nonsense."
Brando kept silent because he knew that this was history. This is how the royal party came back in history, but he also had a real reason, but it was really hard to say it. Could he say that Enlek didn't
Do you have good intentions? The problem is that the royal party is not a fool. They naturally know that Enlek has bad intentions. Her Royal Highness is taking chestnuts from the fire. She thinks she can succeed.
But history proves that she failed.
But Brando can't explain this failure. He can't say that I came from the future and that I am a magician, right?
He was silent for a moment, and the disappointment on Griffin's face grew stronger. She clenched her fist imperceptibly, and even for a moment hoped that Brando could prove that she was wrong. Her Royal Highness, the seventeen-year-old princess
She had been awake almost every night for the past few weeks. She knew she was walking a tightrope, but she convinced herself that she had to walk.
There was silence in the study for a moment, and Freya was a little uneasy. Although she knew much more than before, she still didn't understand a word of the debate between Brando and the royal party. This girl from Butchi
I was even a little annoyed, thinking that this hateful guy around me only wanted to cause trouble. Even if I didn't agree with him, I shouldn't say it in front of others.
In the final analysis, her heart is still towards Brando. She cares more about Brando's safety than the life and death of the royal party.
Both Overwell and Macaro felt that the atmosphere was a bit subtle, but they couldn't help but be a little dissatisfied with Brando. They felt that this young man was exaggerating and even alarmist. But there was only one surprised look among the crowd at Brando.
Duo stayed on her body for a moment, and no one even noticed this gaze. Nymesis soon became normal, as if nothing had happened.
At this embarrassing moment, there was a knock on the door. Everyone's attention shifted. An attendant brought in a letter from outside the door. Her Royal Highness the Princess opened the letter and read it, then frowned. She paused and handed it over.
He put the letter on the desk and broke the silence: "The results are out this morning."
Everyone was shocked. Of course they knew that this was the result of the investigation of the assassination in the morning, but they didn't expect that the temple was so fast and found the mastermind in just two or three hours. Among them, only Macaro
He frowned, as if he thought of something.
Brando couldn't help but prick up his ears. The assassination in the morning obviously changed history, and he also wanted to know the reason behind it.
"The man in charge is called Xuesiphus."
Overwell frowned: "I know this man, he is a small nobleman from Ampelsel." As soon as he finished speaking, his expression immediately changed. To be able to instigate such an assassination, the person behind it must not be simple, no matter who.
I don't believe that a small nobleman can afford such a big trouble. This unlucky guy is obviously a scapegoat, but when the results of this investigation are taken out from the hands of the temple, there will be a big problem.
For a moment, everyone's faces looked a little ugly. Only Brando looked normal, as if he had expected this result.
Although Brando didn't know what went wrong, he had seen the Cross Assassin in the morning and knew that the temple must have tampered with it.
"The letter also mentioned Mr. Brando." After a pause, Griffin added, "The letter said that not only did Mr. Brando bring weapons into the sacred hall, but his two men were also blood descendants.
The Temple suspects that Mr. Brando is having an affair with a cultist and hopes that we will hand him over to cooperate with the Temple's investigation."
After reading this paragraph, Her Royal Highness, the eldest princess of Eruin, had an expression as pale as stone.
Brando was also nervous, but more out of anger. He hadn't gone to the Temple of Fire to trouble him yet, but he didn't expect that the other party would target him first. It was simply too much to bully others, but he didn't have an attack, and
I was prepared to see the reaction of the royal party first.
At this time, Overwell sneered: "The temple does not allow us to carry weapons, but it is very lenient towards assassins. When did having a vampire as a subordinate become evidence of having an affair with a cultist? Eruin is next to Mar.
Dara, I think many grand dukes have dark nobles who have been exiled from Madara as their subordinates, right?"
The royal party deeply believed what this lone wolf said, and they all had disdainful looks on their faces.
"Your Highness the Princess?" the attendant asked in a low voice.
"The Eruin people have never handed over their guests to the Cruz people, let alone such a ridiculous excuse," Her Royal Highness the Princess replied coldly: "It's just that someone wants to test the relationship between us, you just
Just answer them directly and tell them that Mr. Brando is one of ours and cannot be an assassin."
Brando watched the attendant exit the study without hesitation, and couldn't help but be slightly touched. Although he knew that there was an element of showmanship in it, at least the royal party's attitude at this moment was clear. He looked at Overwell and others.
People, the prejudices that just arose in their hearts due to the previous debate have faded a little.
"It seems that the attitude of the temple is not as neutral as you think." But he couldn't help but sneered, and then tilted his head to look at the royal party. After all, he was not a real politician, and he still had the same old feelings in his bones.
Sophie's schadenfreude factor.
The half-elf girl's brows sank sadly, and she sighed slightly - her helplessness made Brando a little sad, but she no longer struggled with this issue. "Mr. Brando, our situation is not good -
—It made you laugh. But no matter what, we still want your help..."
"You are a Highland Knight, so I would like to ask you to win the support of the Highland Knights for us. Is that okay?" Her Royal Highness the Princess lowered her body and asked in a pleading tone. She also saw that Brando did not care about the royal party.
There is no malice, just some misunderstandings in opinions, but she believes that the final result will prove that she is right.
Brando shook his head.
"You also know that the Highland Knights are different from you. I can personally support you. But it may not be easy to get all their approval." Although he is not a real Highland Knight, he has to pretend to be this identity.
, Confidence can fool the most astute people. In fact, even if Charles is here, he can't find any fault in Brando's remarks.
Everyone in the royal party also knew that what Brando said was the truth, and couldn't help but nodded heavily. But fortunately, Brando still controlled Tony Geer. This inconspicuous little place now restricts Count Jean Denel.
The key is, otherwise all the members of the royal party will doubt whether it was a wise move for them to fall out with the temple just because of this young man.
"But it's not unthinkable," Brando suddenly smiled: "As soon as Karasu received Madara, the greatest harm was done. The compromising attitude of the northern nobles has aroused the dissatisfaction of the highland knights. As long as you show goodwill to them, I believe that
They are still willing to fall to the royal party, but the key lies in the situation, after all, no one wants to join the losers."
Griffin nodded. She didn't know this, but the problem was not that simple. Regarding Brando's proposal, she just wanted to listen to it. The meeting between the Royal Party and Brando was actually for the Highland Knights.
Now that her hope had failed, the princess suddenly felt a little exhausted.
She quietly glanced at the hourglass and saw that it was very close to the time for the noble meeting to start.
"Mr. Brando, I have one last personal question. Is it convenient for you to answer it?" Griffin raised his head, looked at Brando and asked finally.
Brando nodded.
"You and Yan Bao...?" She has always been concerned about this issue, although she does not think that Brando is Delferry's retainer, because at least Yan Bao has not fallen to the royal party.
What she did was obviously outrageous - not to mention that privately, Griffin also believed that Brando should be her knight. But what she cared about was Brando's relationship with the young lady from the Yanburg family.
With her shrewdness, she couldn't imagine what a huge gain it would be if she could pull Yan Bao into her camp.
"No, actually I have nothing to do with the Earl. On the contrary, in fact, I just coerced her into taking me into the venue." Brando smiled slightly and answered truthfully.
Everyone was stunned.
"Although it is rude to say this, after all, the invitation letter to attend the meeting was only sent to Grand Duke Karasu. As a small highland knight, he is not qualified to enter the Huailishe Manor. I think you should be able to understand the difficulties of being a young man." Bu Bu.
Lando shook his head again and added.
Only then did everyone in the Royal Party react. They couldn't help but look at Brando a little weirdly for a moment. He kidnapped and coerced the nobles under the nose of the temple. This guy was brave enough. If he didn't know better in his heart,
Maybe, I'm afraid they all doubt whether the assassins in the morning are really related to this young man.
On the other hand, Her Royal Highness the Princess smiled slightly. She didn't believe Brando's words at all. The reason was very simple - she and Delpherie were once close friends, and in the morning, anyone could tell that the Countess obviously cared about Brando.
Many people who were kidnapped would care about the hijackers? Maybe it is possible, but it is definitely not in that situation. However, she did not intend to expose Brando's clumsy lies, but smiled and said: "Extraordinary people can do extraordinary things."
Well, your behavior in Tonigel has taught us a vivid lesson. But I didn’t expect that you would give me another surprise just after arriving in Ampelsel - it’s just that Delfiri is too pitiful, Bu.
Mr. Lando doesn't know the slightest bit about compassion."
When Brando was reminded by Princess Griffin, he remembered the countess's resentful eyes and couldn't help but sweat.
This was not intentional on his part, he said to himself that he did not know beforehand that the countess was actually a soft girl.
But at the same time, he also sighed slightly. Looking at Princess Griffin's face that became calm again, Brando knew that his persuasion operation had failed. Although he didn't have much hope in the first place, compared to the royal party,
Come on, he is an outsider after all. If the eldest princess changed her mind just because of his few words, then he would have to doubt whether this half-elf girl was a fake.
Thinking of this, Brando could only prepare his next move. However, he vaguely had a bad premonition. The attitude of the temple not only shocked the princess and the others, but was also far beyond his expectation.
The promise of Archpriest Wood was ringing in his ears. He never expected that the Temple of Fire would go back on its word so quickly.
There must be something wrong here.
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(ps Yesterday I saw a post in the comment area asking me to update an hour earlier. It’s already too late. I’ll try to do it an hour earlier tomorrow.)