Compared with when Annan was eight years old, he followed Demetrius on his mission to Noah with a mighty team.
This time Annan has become the real Duke of Winter, but he only brings a dozen people with him. It can be said that the security force is not increasing but decreasing.
But this is not contempt.
Reducing the number of escorts - at least in appearance, simply reducing the number of escorts is exactly a diplomatic friendly attitude.
On the other hand, Dmitri brought so many guards, but they were actually not needed at all.
Their entire process after entering Noah was planned. Barriers were arranged outside the prescribed route, and Noah's palace guards were guarding the street across the street. It was impossible to really make these people noble.
What problems did the foreign guests have?
And after entering the palace, other guards will be arranged in fixed places - the Noah people cannot be stupid enough to let dozens of the most elite group of extraordinary people from abroad stand directly next to King Noah.
Who can enter the palace will be strictly controlled.
This is still a restriction in the name of the righteous god "Sir Silver" - because Sir Silver's holy number is "five". Therefore, if you want to pass the holy pool blessed by Sir Silver, you also want to show respect to Sir Silver. Foreign
The envoy can only select up to four people to enter Noah's palace at one time.
This is a metaphor that four is not as good as five. It also expresses a more polite attitude... After all, this is the territory of the Noahs. If the guests are more aggressive than the hosts here, there will be a problem.
And since these guards can't be brought in at all, they are actually useless.
They brought so many Hands of Winter with them, on the one hand, to show them to the Noahs, and on the other hand, to show them to the Winter people.
The purpose is to make these people believe that the two members of the Lingdong family are protected.
Let the Noah people believe it, so that they will have more respect for Winter and not have a contemptuous attitude; let the people of Winter believe it, so that they can believe that this is not a "humble state visit."
Noah's side put up a huge show, blocked off the streets, and arranged barriers, also to express the "home field" status intentionally or unintentionally. It not only reassured the Noah people, but also released a kind of "I am very good" to the winter.
"Care about you" friendly attitude.
This is a tacit face-saving project.
There were only four people in total who were actually responsible for welcoming Annan.
The eldest princess Elizabeth, the third prince Philip. And the fourth prince’s daughter, Princess Kafni.
Also add "Advisor of the Knights of the Silver Hand, Chief Instructor of the Pontifical Knights, Commander of the Silver Knights" His Excellency Alexander.
"Long time no see, Your Majesty Annan."
Standing at the front and the first to speak was the eldest princess Elizabeth.
She stretched out her hand to caress her heart - expressing her respect for the new Winter Grand Duke with winter etiquette.
She was wearing an off-white winter robe with many black and white spots that reminded people of a "moth". Her pure black waist-length hair reflected a faint dark blue halo in the light sunlight, and her dark red pupils
Make her appear charming and dangerous.
She looked to be only in her twenties or thirties. Just looking at her, it was hard to imagine that she was Kaifuni's aunt.
But Annan knows that... time has indeed left obvious traces on Elizabeth.
Seven years ago, she only had light makeup on her face, and it looked like she didn't even have any makeup on.
Some people would believe it if she said she was only in her early twenties.
And now seven years have passed.
Annan, who once only reached her thighs, is now only half a head shorter than her.
But the makeup on Princess Elizabeth's face is obviously thicker than before. At least her dark green eyeshadow, which is reminiscent of a cat, and her lips where traces of makeup can be clearly seen.
I have completely said goodbye to the concept of "early twenties".
"It's been a long time indeed, Your Highness, the eldest princess."
Annan's thoughts flashed in his mind, and a gentle smile appeared on his face.
He nodded and responded softly: "This is my sister, Maria."
"Hello, Your Highness Maria."
Princess Elizabeth came forward and shook hands with Maria.
Maria's expression was cold, she just stretched out her hand and shook Elizabeth gently: "Hello, Your Highness."
After Elizabeth said hello, Philip finally took the initiative to step forward.
He was not far away from Annan, smiled, stretched out his hand to caress his left chest, and bowed to Annan again: "Congratulations on succeeding to the throne, Your Majesty... You are so lucky, you are much better than me."
...Are you here to cause trouble?
It's very possible. If you can speak, speak more.
Annan raised his eyebrows, but did not respond. He just nodded calmly and paused for a moment to hold the three-color scepter in his hand, which symbolized the power of the Grand Duke.
Seeing the moment when the atmosphere became tense, Alexander immediately knew that it was his turn to play.
He coughed lightly and stepped forward to interrupt the previous conversation: "Let me take His Majesty to Yin Jue's temple first... Although we were separated not long ago, Yin Jue also missed His Majesty Annan a little.
"After Sir Silver meets His Majesty Annan, I will take the Grand Duke to the palace with him, and I will never delay the business."
"That's fine."
The eldest princess responded happily.
In this case, both Philip and Caveney's meeting with Archduke Annan was interrupted. The only one who successfully completed the conversation was the eldest princess. And this was entirely because Prince Philip could not speak.
Doesn't matter.
Tomorrow's newspapers will only mention the news of "the meeting between the eldest princess and Archduke Annan". This is an excellent way to build momentum.
At this time, Kafni, who had been standing silently behind the crowd, quietly blinked at Annan.
...Is this saying, see you soon?
Annan raised his eyebrows and winked at her lightly.
It was not a deliberate move, but Kaifni suddenly showed a happy smile from the bottom of her heart.
That was indeed what it meant - and Kaifuni understood it too.
…It’s only been a few months.
Kafni has really grown up.
He originally thought that Kafni had been fighting alone in the capital for so long... When he saw him again, she would either rush towards him and hug him, or she would rush over and follow him willfully.
If such a thing were done in public, Kafni would be in trouble.
In addition to the real senior executives who were meeting, there were many people around who were watching...
If Kaifuni really showed her closeness to him.
Then her succession will encounter great resistance.
When Annan was on the road, he even thought about how he would deal with Kaifuni if she couldn't control her thoughts and grievances. After all, he heard from his seniors that the situation on Kaifuni's side was not very optimistic.
But I didn't expect that after fighting in such a high-pressure environment and at an absolute disadvantage for so long... Kafni actually grew up quickly.
Unlike the eldest princess who has the overwhelming advantage and needs to build momentum.
She is a junior herself, and she is very young. She is not suitable to rush out to compete with the eldest princess for presence in such a serious diplomatic situation. In that case, it will not appear that she is very capable, but it will appear that she does not know what is important.
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After all, the common people didn't know that she had a good personal relationship with Annan... and they couldn't know.
Kafni just kept quiet. It was the best choice to follow the eldest princess and not make any mistakes.
...on the other side.
Annan couldn't help but glance at Prince Philip again.
Considering his intelligence, he shouldn't be able to say that.
Has he completely broken the pot? Philip no longer cares about public opinion at all?
His rude remarks will definitely be recorded by reporters.
Or……
While Annan was meditating, Alexander, wearing a ceremonial ornate knight's armor, walked over like a moving mountain, making Victor and Maria who were following Annan subconsciously become nervous.
"Then, Your Majesty, please come with me."
Alexander lowered his head and spoke in a deep voice, thinking of Annan stretching out his huge hand.
His voice was low and soothing, reassuring.
Annan came back to his senses and nodded slightly.
He smiled, stretched out his left hand that was not holding the scepter, and gently shook Alexander's fingertips.
"Please lead the way, Lord Alexander."
Annan nodded politely and said in a gentle voice: "I also have something to discuss with the Silver Jue Church."