Storm of Gods

Chapter 218 Respect for Justice

George's two carriages arrived at the other side of Ivory Bay, near the Blue Agate Restaurant, an area dominated by luxurious aristocratic dining.

Amano Bar was already brightly lit, with a designated area for parking horse-drawn carriages at the entrance. The place was orderly, and the people coming and going were mostly young people, either in casual clothes or their respective college uniforms. You could feel the youthful energy as soon as you entered.

When Simmons and his group arrived, the bar paused slightly. Some cheered, some had complicated expressions, but most were filled with awe.

Simmons, after all, had a solid foundation. Although the George family was an old camel, it was not yet on the verge of death. In the royal court, they were responsible for some intelligence work and had considerable power. The old count was still alive. Previously, it was just felt that there was no successor. Simmons's defection to the Church was also considered to be an act of flattery. Who would have thought that Simmons could actually fight Didia to a draw?

This involves the face of both families, so this is definitely a duel to the death. The fact that they can draw like this shows how strong Simmons is. Moreover, news of his heterochromia has spread like wildfire. He is definitely a wolf in sheep's clothing. Among the younger generation, his background and strength are powerful tools for showing off.

Whether he knew them or not, Simmons waved to anyone who raised their glass, showing impeccable manners. Lancer and the others were practically bulging their chests to the ceiling, and Locke's smug little eyes were just too much to handle.

Of course, they were all low-key. If it were anyone else, they would definitely be several times more arrogant. The bar had already prepared the best seats when they learned that Simmons was coming. Today, Simmons was the most distinguished guest in the bar, the most handsome guy in Heldan. This was also an unspoken rule of the bar.

This wasn't Lancer and his group's first time at the Amano Bar. It was a huge stage for the younger generation of Heldan to show off. Basically, even without any big shots around, they were just nobody. Saint Ze was considered a top-tier institution of the Faith Academy, but here, the four major knight academies were the real elites. This was the first time they had ever felt so exhilarated.

"You guys shouldn't get so cocky, or you'll get beaten up," Celia warned. Lancer and Locke were acting a bit too arrogantly.

"Ahem, Celia, as long as you tone it down, we'll all be fine." Lancer was both amused and exasperated; they were the ones who knew the situation best.

Celia called over the waiter and started ordering drinks and food. Li Xin hadn't eaten, so she ordered two large steaks for him. They were going to drink freely, and they were definitely going to get a few people drunk today.

“Have you heard? Sarah’s youngest son committed suicide with eight stab wounds,” Lancer said. “Today.”

"Huh, you mean Onna Sara, the one from the Hunter's Club?"

Everyone was shocked, but also felt a sense of satisfaction.

"That's right. After Anthony, one of the participants in the Bluebird Bar incident, was executed, the Sarah family has been watching closely, trembling with fear, afraid that they would be the next to be targeted."

"Didn't the city guards close that case? I heard it was dropped."

"They are afraid, because His Majesty the King is mighty."

"Let's drink to His Majesty the King, who is so just!" Everyone exclaimed with great emotion.

The Hunter Sharing Club is a group, but outside of it is the group being hunted, and the values ​​of the two sides are in fierce conflict.

"To His Majesty the Most Just King!" Everyone filled their glasses. The current Order Academy was undoubtedly full of the King's loyal supporters, while the Knight Academy was divided into two factions: the conservative hedonists and the knights who upheld the chivalrous spirit. However, this could change at any time. If the King, as the supreme leader, allowed this to continue, sooner or later faith and principles would become chaotic and corrupt.

Everyone raised their glasses. Having been in Heldan for so long, Li Xin also believed that Aura XVIII was a king who was determined to reform and very shrewd. He knew how to advance and retreat, as evidenced by his handling of the Antony case. He could have used the king's authority to forcibly sentence him to death, but the backlash he would have faced would have been enormous. However, he patiently found a loophole and turned the situation around in one fell swoop, effectively deterring the nobles by both eliminating and attacking them.

The one who committed suicide after being stabbed eight times was Yanzhan.

However, in any country or era, trying to overthrow a corrupt traditional force is always fraught with danger. This king has great wisdom and can be patient, so Li Xin feels that the success rate is quite high. With Montcareta's national foundation and resources, if the social order can keep up with the times, the country's fortune can continue to prosper for hundreds of years.

"Young Master Simmons, your steak. The boss said that everyone's meal is on the house today," the waiter said respectfully.

"Brother Li, here's your steak." Simmons nodded with a smile. "The ingredients here are quite good, give it a try."

"Hurry up, I'm starving, I'm just waiting to freeload." Li Xin brought the food over and started eating with some wine. Things had gotten better since he came to Heldan, and he was living a life of drinking and eating heartily.

This is the bond between brothers. "Boss, your victory this time is also a deterrent, allowing Heldan to regain his wisdom, so that the country can become stronger and we can defeat the Black Meteor Empire!" Lancer said.

Simmons was also very pleased. If he had asked Li Xin to help, the effect would have been far less. With the dual pupils and the prestige he gained, his future would have been bright.

Everyone in the bar was talking about what happened today. At this age, people are full of passion and drive. Of course, Didia actually has a good reputation. He is one of the people in the Knight Academy who upholds the spirit of chivalry. However, since this matter involves Anthony, he had no choice. In any case, Didia is really in a bad situation this time.

There's already talk within the Knights Academy about removing him from the Eighth Dukes, and Simmons becoming the leader of the Order of the Church, giving the previously disorganized Order a leader. It's as if Simmons took over the entire Order of the Church, which had already been set up.

As long as Simmons can maintain this reputation, his future is truly limitless.

“I’ve received word that the King is going to reform the Court Academy. From now on, nobility will be the standard. Instead, outstanding talents will be selected from the Knight Academy and the Order of the Church to participate in the Academy. It should be implemented soon,” Celia said. “If there is an Order of the Church, we will definitely be in the first wave. Everyone can get ready.”

"Celtis, are you saying we have a chance to enter the palace and participate in the academy??" Lancer's eyes widened, and Locke and the others were also dumbfounded.

"Really? My heart can't take this, but I'm totally convinced," Baraklee said, clutching his muscular chest.

“It was approved some time ago, but it needed a trigger to be implemented. Now that Simmons has won, isn’t that the trigger?” Celia said confidently.

"Wow, wow, isn't this the princess we're going to meet?" Little Red Roll scratched her head, blushing.

"Then I need to order a custom-made dress. This is incredibly lucky."

"It should have been done a long time ago. The Order Academy should compete fairly with the Knight Academy."

Just as everyone was in high spirits, a group of people arrived at the door. In an instant, the entire bar fell silent, and the atmosphere became extremely heavy. There were five young people, four men and one woman, but each of them had an extraordinary aura. Two of them were unfamiliar, but the other three were very famous in Heldan.

Three of the once-powerful quartet of Heldan—Lion Lord Holman, Fire Lord Obent, and Wind Lord Zheng Shengxun—are present, leaving only Didia, who is still licking his wounds.

Holman's Tia family possesses royal blood, is the head of the eight pillars of the state, and controls the Royal Knights. The family's status is second only to the Great Sage King, making them relatives of the state and nobles among nobles. They are also the leaders of the eight dukes. Holman is calm and rarely appears in public.

Zheng Shengxun smiled and said, "Hranmusa, Nagan, this is a rather unique bar in Heldan, mainly open to the Knight Academy."

"I thought you were going to show us the special features of the Hunter's Club." Nagan was a little disappointed; when it came to fun activities, nothing beats Heldan.

Zheng Shengxun shrugged. "Don't listen to the rumors outside. It's true that some people don't follow the rules, but that doesn't represent everyone."

As they were talking, the boss arrived. He bowed respectfully, not daring to raise his head. Zheng Shengxun looked at the boss and said, "Clear everyone out. We'll have a few drinks."

“Old Zheng, don’t be like that. Everyone’s gone, what’s the atmosphere? We might as well come to my place for a drink.” Aubert laughed. “Boss, don’t listen to him. Just leave the usual spot empty. Everyone else can go as usual. Young Master Zheng will pay for tonight’s bill.”

Zheng Shengxun smiled and nodded, "That's fine."

The boss lowered his head, unsure how to begin. He had just given the best spot to Simmons, and this…

Zheng Shengxun frowned. "Hmm?"

"Ahem, Young Master Zheng, esteemed gentlemen, Young Master Simmons arrived first, and he's using that place right now," the shopkeeper said awkwardly.

"I'll give you one minute to tell him to go somewhere else. What's the point of him drinking like that, half-dead?" Zheng Shengxun didn't take it seriously. Among the five of them at the gathering, Simmons was really no big deal.

(End of this chapter)