king of the castle

Chapter 457

"Of course not. 【】" Massa also relaxed a lot when there was no one else around. He glanced at Roger and said, "Do you think I'm the kind of person talking to you?"

"I guessed that you weren't here to play." Roger looked at Massa and said calmly, "Say, why does His Majesty want you to come?"

Although Massa felt that Alonso III's actions were inappropriate, he hesitated for a while and said: "Your Majesty the King ordered you to set off for an audience in Mandos City today, and report to him in detail the process of concluding an agreement with the barbarians. .”

Hey... Do you want to lure your buddies to the capital? Who came up with such a good idea? As soon as Roger heard Massa's words, he knew what Alonso III was planning. He couldn't help but smile slightly at the captain of the palace guard. Said: "Masa, you helped me at the Lington Pass back then. I have never forgotten this love, and I have always regarded you as a good friend. Please tell me from the standpoint of a good friend, do you think His Majesty the King invited me?" Capital, really just want to know that the process of signing an agreement with the barbarians is so simple?"

Roger's question made Massa very embarrassed.In his current capacity, it is obviously wrong to accuse Alonso III.But Luo Jie regards Massa as a friend in both words and deeds. For him who always pays attention to reputation, deceiving friends is obviously a dishonorable thing. The dilemma makes Massa really do not know what to do.

Seeing Massa's embarrassed expression, Roger was even more sure that his test was correct.He smiled gently at Massa, and then said in a very lonely tone: "You don't need to say it, I already understand..."

Roger's sigh made Massa even more embarrassed.What a good person, in order not to embarrass Peng, he would rather bear the king's suspicion by himself.Especially the last sigh made Massa deeply ashamed of his actions.

"Roger..." Massa hesitated for a while and finally said: "In fact, His Majesty already understands the whole situation very well, and it doesn't matter if you go late. If you feel unwell or have urgent matters in the territory, you can delay for a while. It is understandable to go to His Majesty the King again."

Massa said this, of course, to remind Roger cryptically that it is better not to go to Mandos City because the rumors are not right these days.It would be best for Roger to find some excuse to delay the situation for a while.

Of course Roger understood what Massa meant and showed him a thankful smile.With the current status of the captain of the palace guard, it is not easy for him to say this.If it were someone else, maybe they would persuade Roger to go to the capital as soon as possible, so as to show how capable he is in front of the king.

"Thank you, my friend." Roger raised his glass of wine to Massa and said sincerely: "Whatever happens in the future, I will always remember what you said today. Don't worry, I will guarantee the safety of you and your family." "

Although Roger didn't understand what he said, Massa understood him.Even if Roger really confronts Alonso III in the future, he will let Massa go and will not kill him and his family.

In fact, these words sound a little funny at first glance. Roger is just an earl, and his territory is also the most barren area in the kingdom. Although Kent Town is prosperous in business, it cannot be compared with the entire Thorne Kingdom after all.Where did Roger get the confidence to dare to say to the captain of the palace guard, "I will guarantee your safety in the future", as if he already has the winning ticket?

If any other nobleman had dared to speak like that to Massa, he would have shown his disdain by sniffing at it.But it happened that when Roger said this, Massa felt a strong sense of confidence, feeling that the other party was not talking big, but that he was fully confident in defeating Alonso III.

Driven by this feeling, Massa actually solemnly expressed his gratitude to Roger: "Then I will first thank you for your mercy."

"It's easy to say, we're all friends." Roger waved his hands indifferently and said, "Don't let political struggles destroy our friendship."

After listening to Roger's words, Massa couldn't help laughing.At this time, neither of them thought that this conversation, which was similar to a joke, would really become a guarantee for the survival of Massa and his family in the future.

After a few laughs, Roger poured wine for Massa and asked, "What do you think about what happened to the Duke of Hamilton?"

Speaking of the duke's question, the smile on Massa's face quickly disappeared.Although Massa is not a member of Alonso's think tank, and he doesn't know what conspiracy the king has against the Hamilton family, he is the captain of the palace guard after all, and he has heard some rumors, knowing that the king's dissatisfaction with the duke has been very serious recently. .Under such circumstances, Hamilton and his daughter were sent to the Lund Peninsula to perform such a dangerous task, which really makes people think about it.

At this time Roger took the initiative to mention Hamilton, and Massa didn't know what to say.He could only let out a long sigh, expressing his regret for this matter.

Of course Roger would not stop there, he tapped his finger on the table lightly and said, "You and I are both smart people, and some things can be understood in our hearts without saying them. Your Excellency the Duke is loyal to Alonso III. Wasn’t it his full support, the king is still under the control of Vater and the Barton family? Now it’s good... Huh, there is a saying in my hometown, "If you catch all the hares, kill the hounds" and that’s what it means kind of thing"

Although Roger's tone was extremely blunt, Massa couldn't even utter a word of rebuttal.Anyone with a discerning eye can tell that Alonso III's sending Hamilton to the Lund Peninsula was a conspiracy aimed specifically at him. No matter how Massa defends this point, it cannot be denied.

Thinking of this, Massa couldn't help worrying a little bit for himself. Will Alonso III also attack him because he no longer needs the original captain of the palace guard?

Massa thought about it and didn't know what to do when the time came.He shook his head to drive this terrible idea out of his mind, and said to Roger seriously: "Let's not talk about the Duke, but tell me what you plan to do?"

Originally, Massa thought that when he made his words so obvious, and Roger himself began to doubt Alonso III, he would definitely adopt his suggestion and delay going to the Itinerary for Mandos City.

However, Roger has always been a person who does not play cards according to common sense, and his answer this time also surprised Massa.Roger showed a bright smile to Massa, and then said as a matter of course: "Since His Majesty the King summoned me, of course I will set off for Mandos City immediately, and leave early in the morning of the day after tomorrow."

Chapter 457