But this can only be called suspicion, and it is still not evidence. Since Mangrove is willing to take the risk to come here, he must have real evidence. Thinking of this, Brando continued to ask: "Then what?"
"Then just a week ago, the Cruz envoy arrived in Eruin." Veronica replied.
"What do you mean?" Brando frowned. This news is not news. A Cruz army commander and the first heir to the throne disappeared inexplicably during the big explosion. The Cruz people were unreasonable.
They should send an envoy to investigate. It would be strange if they didn't investigate. He didn't know why Veronica would make a fuss about this, and couldn't help but look at the other party suspiciously.
"That's the case on the surface," Mangrove put down his pipe at this time and replied slowly: "But the problem is that there is a redundant person in this envoy."
"Superfluous people?"
"The man's name is Downers Bernie, and he is His Majesty's secret envoy. Before he left the empire, we learned that he came to Eruin to confirm the death of the emperor's eldest son."
Brando seemed to suddenly realize, that is to say, someone did want to confirm that the eldest son of the emperor was dead, and this person was probably the Silver Queen, because Viscount Bernie could be regarded as one of her confidants. But he still had some problems
Be careful, the succession is no small matter, especially for an empire. He looked at the two people in front of him, thought carefully before and after, and asked: "Isolated evidence does not stand up, and the appearance of this person can only mean that
It's just a problem in one aspect. After all, the succession to the throne is not a trivial matter for the empire, so it is reasonable to send someone to confirm the death of the heir."
Veronica glanced at Mangrove and replied, "That's true, but we have a witness."
"Who?" Brando was slightly startled, thinking that these two people had kidnapped people from the envoy to his territory. This would be too daring. But he didn't expect the female legion leader to
He opened his mouth and asked: "Brando, do you still remember the lizard man sword master you met in the Spiral Hall?"
"Hey," Brando called out the name in one breath. The life and death experience at that time was really too impressive for him: "I know this person."
"Do you know it?" Veronica was a little surprised.
Brando nodded: "There are not many alien swordsmen, not to mention that I have some friendship with the gray-finned Naga, so I am naturally familiar with some of the situations of their mortal enemies. This person is from the red-ringed lizard people. The red-ringed lizard
Humans happen to be the servant race of the Deep Scale Naga, so I know it. It was the most famous warrior among the red-ringed lizardmen when it was young, and it has been a sword master for decades."
"It's now being kept underground in this hotel."
"What!" Brando was about to jump up again. He thought the guy had fled back to the Sea of Flash after the explosion. Unexpectedly, he became Veronica's prisoner inexplicably. But he suddenly realized something and endured
He couldn't help but blurt out: "Could it be that..."
Veronica fanned the smoke in front of her with her hand and replied: "Brando, you must not know that the Deep Scale Naga has formed an alliance with Her Majesty the Queen."
"So...?" A bold idea was forming in Brando's mind.
The female regiment leader did not answer. She just nodded affirmatively. For the ministers, discussing these issues is treason. If they want to say those words personally, it is almost the same as treason in their feelings. But this is enough.
Already, everything fell into place in Brando's mind. Sure enough, it was the Silver Queen who sent him to assassinate the eldest son of the Emperor, Lenaret.
He couldn't help but feel a little funny. He originally thought that the other party was targeting him. But now that he thought about it, it was indeed full of loopholes. Deep Scale Naga wanted to find a land ally. How could he choose Enlek, who was like a lost dog? He instinctively
He thought that if the Grayfin Naga formed an alliance with him, then their mortal enemies would naturally find their rivals, but he suddenly realized that his eyes were too limited to Eruin. The reality was that the Deepscale Nagas simply looked down on them.
Anlek. What they need is a strategic ally who can support them on land, not an enemy that can cause trouble for Brando.
In this way, the Cruz people are indeed the best choice, and if the Silver Queen really has the ambition to unify Warnd, she does need a partner in the ocean.
What's more, when Noon appeared in the Spiral Hall, his first reaction was that the other party was here to assassinate him, but now that he thought about it, there were some problems. If Deep Scale Naga wanted to deal with him, then the best choice should be in Tony Geer.
.Because Tonigel is close to the sea, although it is said to be his base camp, the so-called master in this base camp is actually only his teacher Mephisto. However, Deep Scale Naga chose to go deep inland.
Let's not talk about how troublesome it would be for the sea lizards and the Naga family to go deep into the interior to arrange an assassination plan. You must know that Brando had Veronica, Mephisto and Aloz beside him at that time.
Great masters, these three are all well-known to the outside world, and Deep Scale Naga will not have no news at all.
So appearing there at noon could only be for some other purpose.
What's the purpose?
Of course, it is impossible to help Anlek. The Deep Scale Naga is not a charity. It has traveled thousands of miles to support the resistance organization in Eruin. You must know that this resistance organization is still related to the Union of All Things. But if the Deep Scale
Naga has already formed an alliance with the Silver Queen, which makes sense. Noon's target can only be the eldest son of the emperor among the Cruz people.
It was further concluded that this unlucky lizard swordsman was probably caught by Veronica when he attacked the eldest son of the emperor. Veronica in history was naturally not a match for Shan, but after experiencing
After the First World War in the Ring of Wind, the strength of the female legion leader grew extremely fast, far surpassing her at the same time in "The Amber Sword". Therefore, she took the old almanac at night and thought that her actions were foolproof, but she was caught off guard in the end.
It's normal to get caught by mistake.
In just a few breaths, Brando came to this complete conclusion. Since Veronica is so sure, it means that Noon must have done everything. After all, it is not the death of the Cruz people, and it is unlikely to die.
Biting and not letting go.
Brando folded his hands and seriously thought about whether to agree to Veronica's request for the first time.
He could help Veronica hide the news of their arrival in Tonigel, because as he said, it was just a simple task, but this time, he had to think carefully. Involved in a battle for the succession of an empire, this is absolutely
It is an extremely dangerous thing. For the sake of supreme power, those nobles will do anything, which means that his decision may involve the newly born Tony Geer in danger again. Brando does not want to see the Cruz people
Spies appeared in the streets of Fir City.
But on the other hand, this is indeed an opportunity.
Although once the news about the eldest son of the emperor in Tonigel is leaked, it is very likely to anger Her Majesty the Queen. But in fact, what will happen if the Queen is not angry? If the Silver Queen is interested in expansion, then Eruin, who is close to the Cruz Empire,
Bearing the brunt, that is to say, in fact, whether he offends the other party or not, he will first face the thunderous wrath from the empire. But if he uses this to win over Cruz's military or even some secular forces, then Her Majesty the Queen may have her own way.
It is not certain that the Cruz empire will be divided and a civil war will occur.
If that were the case, it would be so exciting that Brando would laugh out loud in his dreams.
What's more, there is the Temple of Fire. Although it is under pressure from the Dragon Clan, there is resistance when there is oppression. A being like Vala who holds supreme power. How can it be possible for a person like Vala to be willing to be on top of others all the time? The Queen rules Cruz
He had endured the empire for forty years and was about to be liberated. Now the Dragon Clan is interfering with it. This is simply unbearable. Brando feels that he wants to be in Vala's position.
I feel like I can't bear it. Although Vala is said to be wise, the clay figurines are also very earthy. If the temple is also impulsive, then the civil war in the Cruz Empire will be 70% certain.
Brando was silent for a long time, repeatedly considering the details. He was not good at these conspiracies, so he was very slow to think about it. But Veronica and Mangrove didn't seem to be in a hurry. Veronica
He sat down, picked up the tea cup and took a sip, and the latter finally put the tobacco in, lit the fire, took a deep breath, squinted his eyes, and seemed to enjoy it very much.
The room was a little quiet for a while. Antitina stared closely at the two people sitting opposite her lord. She seemed to have heard an extremely ridiculous story before, but this story has now involved all of them. Such a major event
It was decided that she had no room to intervene. In fact, she did not dare to speak and could only wait silently for Brando to make a decision.
Brando finally breathed out a sigh of relief.
"Besides letting Prince Lenaret stay in Tonigel, what else do you plan to do?" He asked a question.
This already represented a loosening of attitude. Veronica put down her tea cup, breathed out softly, and replied: "Not only His Royal Highness, the eldest son of the Emperor, but also Shiduo and the Broken Sword Knights must stay here, otherwise people will
If you talk too much, the news will inevitably leak out. Although they are all students I trust, this matter is too important and I don't need to let these young people take responsibility."
"Are you planning to return to the empire?" Brando heard a clue.
Veronica nodded: "If Shiduo and the others can't go back, and I go back to the empire alone, I will definitely take responsibility for accidentally killing the first heir to the empire and causing the destruction of the entire Broken Sword Knights.
.But the problem should not be big. The heir to the throne has to prepare for all unexpected things when he goes out for training. This is not unprecedented in the history of the empire. The responsibility I will bear will only be for improper command, and I will not be arbitrarily killed.
Increase your anger, otherwise no one in the empire will dare to do things in the future. Everyone understands this truth - the more you do, the more mistakes you make."
She glanced at Mangrove: "Three northern aristocratic families have passed the Qi, and the military will try their best to protect me. I think I may be demoted, but retain the title. Your Majesty needs a trusted regiment commander, and this is also
It's part of the deal between us and her, but as long as Lenaret is alive, there is still a chance for everything in the future."
Brando glanced at Veronica with some pity. This female legion commander was considered an outstanding legion commander in the history of the empire. It would be a pity if she was left idle due to the internal transaction of the throne replacement.
But this is a good thing for Eruin, not to mention that he still has a very small hope in his heart: everyone can see that the legion commander and his teacher Mephisto's Sword may have some bad intentions.
A well-known story, if he means that if the future Silver Queen stirs up troubles in the empire, and Veronica has been idle, maybe Eruin will have an outstanding duchess in the future.
.
Although Veronica will definitely not be willing to fight the Cruz people. But Eruin not only has Cruz as his opponent, but also Madara? Historically, Veronica once had a relationship with Freya for a period of time.
Of course, the relationship between the two countries was during the period when the relationship between the two countries was at its best, and if during this period of history, the two could re-establish this relationship. And two female war goddesses, one old and one young, appeared on the opposite side at the same time.
Words on the battlefield of Madara.
Brando just felt emotional just thinking about it.
But he still said: "But have you ever considered an issue? If the situation is not as you expected, if the eldest son of the emperor fails to return to the empire, Her Majesty the Queen appoints another heir?" He sat on the sofa,
These words were spoken slowly behind the smoke screen, which seemed full of mystery. Veronica and Mangrove exchanged a look. It can be seen from their expressions that these two imperial legionnaires
It’s not that I haven’t considered this question, but the answer they gave is:
Still have to take a gamble.
"His Royal Highness himself agrees?"
Veronica nodded slowly. Brando understood. It must have been the oral evidence of the Lizardman Sword Master that gave them great confidence. Indeed, the Red Ring Lizardman has always had nothing to do with the Cruz people, and the forces of both parties
The scopes are not intertwined with each other, and there is really no need to slander Her Majesty the Queen of the Empire.
Brando lowered his eyelids and pondered for a moment, then he raised his head again, as if he had made up his mind and said: "Let's discuss the details."
There was a look of surprise in the eyes of the female regiment leader. Of course she understood how rare it was for Brando to make this decision. This matter had nothing to do with him in the first place. This young man made such a decision, most likely because of the
Regarding their relationship, this made her feel both ashamed and moved. Ever since the Ring of Trade Winds, it seemed that this young man had been helping her, while she, as the elder, had been causing trouble for him. Thinking of it.
Here, Veronica looked at Brando with a much more cordial look, almost like a real elder looking at a younger member of his family.
She sighed, a little ashamed, but she didn't know that the whole thing was completely different from what she thought. In her opinion, outstanding talents like Brando can always obtain the status of a noble no matter how the situation changes. Even
If he serves the empire in the future, his status may be higher than it is today. In the eyes of a noble like her, royal power and the power of local nobles are separated. The fate of Eruin is just the fate of the Eruin royal family, and Eruin
The rise and fall of the country actually has nothing to do with local nobles like Brando.
This is also true.
But Veronica never dreamed that Brando's Eruin Kingdom is based on the concept of nation. The Earl considers issues based on the interests of the entire Eruin, so he agreed to this request. In fact,
It is a harmless hindrance to Tony Geer's interests, but it is a more beneficial choice for the entire kingdom. In the eyes of outsiders, Brando is a big loss, but Brando himself
But I feel that I have made a lot of money.
Brando certainly noticed the change in Veronica's attitude at this time. He was also a little surprised why the female regiment leader was suddenly moved like this, but this was indeed a good opportunity for him. Although it had been determined that
Prince Lenaret offered political asylum, but there were too many details worth scrutinizing, and he had to get the best compensation for himself.
"I have a request," he said: "The Knights of the Broken Sword remain in Tonigel. This is naturally a last resort, but the problem is that this is a knightly order, and they are all young and energetic young people.
There are a large number of people. If there is no one to manage them, they may become a hidden danger sooner or later. Moreover, Tonigel is not their hometown after all. These young people are allowed to remain anonymous thousands of miles away from their hometown for reasons that have nothing to do with their own vital interests.
, this is a bit overwhelming anyway.”
He looked at Veronica, interrupted the other person's unspoken words: "I understand, Ms. Legion Commander, you want to say that they are soldiers, and soldiers are bound to obey orders. But soldiers are also human beings, not to mention that now they are out of control.
After taking off the military uniform, it only takes a while for them to forget order and honor. Without a sense of honor, they are nothing."
Veronica couldn't help but shut up after hearing these words. I have to say that what Brando said made sense, and she did take it for granted. Mangrove also nodded, his military career
He put down his pipe and replied: "Mr. Earl is right, so how do you think this problem should be solved?"
"I hope they can take off Cruz's military uniform and join my army. As long as they stay in the land of Eruin, they should swear allegiance to me and Prince Lenaret at the same time," Bu
Lando replied: "Eruin is going through a drastic change. There is a place for these young people to show their skills here. Moreover, the army is a huge group. Even if such a group is integrated into this group, it will be difficult for the outside world to recognize it."
You know, this can also minimize the risk of information leakage. On the contrary, if hundreds of people appear in any other place, it may attract the attention of interested people."
"The most important thing is that these young people will get the opportunity to exercise on this land, ensuring that when they return to Cruz in the future, you will get a group of experienced generals instead of a group of young people who are full of resentment and have accomplished nothing. One day
Prince Lenaret returns to the empire, and these young people who have sworn allegiance to him will become his right-hand men." Brando stopped his short speech and looked at the reactions of the two legion commanders in front of him.
Mangrove nodded, but Brando suspected that it was his last words that moved the old soldier, while Veronica hesitated for a moment, and then she said to him seriously: "But you have to tell me
I promise, you must protect them, each of them is my most beloved student."
"Just like I protect Freya," Brando replied: "They are Freya's comrades, and they are also my comrades."
Veronica nodded with satisfaction.
"You are a good lobbyist. You may consider entering politics. You are wronged by dealing with our soldiers." Finally, Mangrove concluded, biting his pipe and puffing on the smoke ring.
Brando felt ecstatic in his heart. Now he has a gold-level officer corps. The most outstanding star officer corps of the Cruz people in the future is now his subordinates. Let’s not say whether the empire will fall into trouble in the future. The civil war, just such a harvest, was enough to make him wake up from his dream with a smile.
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