Heart of the Castle

Chapter 266 The Mysterious Resting Templar Knight

Sir Mirefis's manor looked a bit shabby and crude from the outside, and it looked even more rustic after walking across the suspension bridge. It didn't look like Lord Sir's manor, but more like a well-fortified native tribal cottage.There were no less than twenty dogs tied up in the yard, each one as fat as a calf, barking its fangs and yelling at Li Wei and the others, and kept stretching the chains, as if they were about to pounce on them. of.The servants yelled and cursed, and the animals in the stables, cowsheds and pigpens also howled together, adding to the chorus of barking dogs, it seemed that the manor was extremely noisy.

Li Wei and the others walked through the courtyard amidst the din, and walked into the mansion located in the center of the manor under the leadership of the master.This mansion, like other wooden buildings, was nailed up with large solid oak boards, very wide, but rather low.

Seeing the rusticity and shabbyness of the manor, Babrupa couldn't help grinning, feeling very disappointed with the hospitality he could receive tonight.But when he saw the smoke coming from the back of the mansion, he felt slightly relieved. "As a traveler, what else can you expect? It's enough to have a meal of steaming soup and rice." He muttered in a low voice, "There are many worse days than this, and these rooms are so big, I guess There is more to offer than a bed for shelter from the elements."

Li Wei actually had a similar idea in his heart. The owner here seemed to be enthusiastic, but he lacked the unique demeanor of the nobility, and seemed a bit rustic.However, when he followed Ser Mirefith into the door, he couldn't help being surprised.

The furnishing of the house matched the simple appearance. What greeted them at first was a spacious front hall with a low ceiling. The hall is as bright as day.However, the chimneys of these two fireplaces are somewhat rudimentary, and the smoke has already blackened the beams of the hall. From the hooks hanging on the beams, as well as the breasts and ribs hanging from them, it seems that they are being used as a furnace for smoking. use.

In the vestibule stood a long wooden table with a rough top, evidently made of logs straight out of the forest, and which had been made with either poor carpentry or poor tools, or both. .

But this is also the only shabby thing in this hall. The walls are almost covered with all kinds of gleaming armor and weapons, and there are large and small cages on the ground next to them, all of which are inlaid with bronze, silver and gold. Buckles, as well as various jewel decorations, appear extravagant and extravagant.The lids of some cages were half open, revealing exquisitely carved gold and silver vessels and all kinds of silk and brocade clothes inside.

However, these luxurious items were randomly placed together, neither showing amazing value, but even more disorganized. Obviously their owner, Sir Mirefis, didn't know what to use at all.However, although it seems very rustic, the enthusiasm and sincerity of Sir Mirefis are indelible. He personally led Levi and others to the long table. Relatives and friends of Ser Mirefith, dressed in the same style as he was--also stood up, bowed deeply, and lowered their heads below their girdles.

This is actually not a very appropriate etiquette, because Sir Mirefis himself is also a nobleman, and there is no need to be so polite to Levi and Wilps, but these people obviously think that this is required by etiquette, so not only bowed repeatedly, They kept saying hello.

"Salute to all distinguished guests!"

"It is an honor for you to come here!"

Among these voices, the loud voice of Ser Mirefith was particularly obvious.

"Please take a seat! Everyone." He said loudly, and put the iron-headed cane on the chair beside him. "The simple food has been delivered. Although it is poor, the quantity is still enough. Please enjoy it to your heart's content!"

The owner of the manor was obviously speaking too modestly, for the table had changed as the servants hurried to and fro, covered with a rich red velvet tablecloth, and tin and wooden plates. There was served pork, sausages, and lamb in various ways, various breads and large scones, and smaller game such as rabbits and chickadees.Small silver-plated plates of colorful berries and vegetables adorn the table, fill in the gaps between meat dishes, and serve as an anti-greasy treat for diners.

A silver goblet was placed in front of Sir Mirefis, Levi and Willpus, and a large wine glass made of horn was placed in front of the others, just as the manor cleared his throat and was about to announce the start of dinner At this moment, a low horn sounded, interrupting this passionate speech he had been brewing for a long time.

"Another guest has arrived? Or something else happened. Could it be that the robber was found?" Sir Mirefis muttered angrily, then raised his head and shouted at the servants.

"Children, go outside and see who is coming. If it is an honored guest like these two knights, open the front door to welcome it. If it is a robber or a scoundrel who wants to take advantage, treat him well with bows and arrows and stones." them!"

The servants promised to run out, and within 3 minutes, they ran back again, panting and reporting.

"A man on horseback came outside with a few servants. He claimed to be a knight of the Dormition Temple and asked to stay here overnight and eat something."

"Dormition Temple? Well, this is not a good omen. Anyone who has something to do with the Eternal Sleeper is not a good omen." Sir Mirefis muttered, "But Master Mirefis is very hospitable and hospitable. Turn away the guests who are staying overnight, well, you go and welcome them in, of course, if this knight is willing to travel a little more and go to Dirk City to stay overnight, I will welcome them even more."

So the upcoming dinner had to be postponed a little because of this. Sir Mirefis accompanied Levi and Wilps to talk, and Glenn Warm and Rist talked softly with each other. Looking anxious, only Babrupa sighed and looked at the food and wine on the table with salivating eyes from time to time. The sadness in his eyes could touch the most hard-hearted people.

"Roast tenderloin, roast pigeon - what a tender and rosy color - garlic sausage - I feel like an empty pocket now, to go on filling something - what a bread, so much in it Raisins and sesame—ale, pear schnapps—thirsty, my throat is starting to smoke..."

If it hadn't been for a series of heavy footsteps from outside, interrupting Babrupa's laments, such whining might have continued until the dinner began. Of course, it is more likely that Wilps or someone else finally Unable to bear the stubby fellow, he ended his lament with an iron fist.

A servant holding a torch led the last group of guests into the hall tonight. The one walking in front was a tall, thin, muscular man wearing a long black cloak that only priests could use. A logo with a special shape is embroidered with white silk thread on the right shoulder. At first glance, it looks like the head of a kindly smiling old man, but when you look closely, it looks like a grinning skull.Beneath the cloak was a suit of chain mail of the same dark hue, with countless metal rings finely hand-woven to give it a supple fit, and reinforced with thin steel plates at the chest, shoulders, and important joints.

This set of valuable chain mail and a wide-edged sword at the waist constituted all the armor on the man's body, because his halberd and large shield were respectively held in the hands of two black-clothed attendants who followed him, These two attendants, like the other attendants, were all wearing black leather armor, with long swords hanging from their ribs, and pikes and short battle axes on their backs.

The man was wearing a black helmet, which seemed to imitate a human skull, and looked quite ferocious. However, the face armor of the skull face was not covered, and the exposed face looked a little pale, but it was well-defined and extremely young. handsome face.For a knight, such a face seemed too weak and gentle, especially the mouth that was always smiling deepened this impression.

"Respected Sir Mirefis, Brother Ace Pross of the Dormition Temple pays tribute to you, may my Lord Kushimo bless you for your generous deed." The young man smiled and bowed to the people in the hall , folded his arms in front of him.

"If the Eternal Sleeper wants to repay my kindness, please slow down a little bit." Sir Mirefis muttered and stood up from his seat, showing hospitality and said: " Welcome, honorable resting Templar, please take your seat, the humble dinner will begin soon."

The young man who called himself Brother Ace Pross nodded with a smile, and found an empty seat beside the long table and sat down.His squires were not entitled to sit there, and there could be no room at the long table, so Ser Mirefice ordered the servants to set up another, slightly lower table in the hall, also decorated with various colors. Food is for these people.

"Gentlemen, let me offer you a glass." Seeing that everyone was seated and their glasses were filled with fine wine, Sir Mirefis stood up, holding a silver wine glass in his hand, and spoke with a loud voice. He said in a loud voice: "Respect, this is the soju brewed in my manor. Although it is not well-known, I believe that these mellow drinks can satisfy your taste." Speaking of this, he took a special look at Ace Pross Monk, "As for the respected Knights Templar, if you can't drink alcohol in order to strictly abide by the religious commandments, you don't have to force it."

"No, not at all." Brother Ace Pross smiled and raised the silver cup, and greeted Sir Mirefis, "Our brothers in the Dorm Temple only use water instead of fine wine in the holy temple. Throat, but where we go into the world, we act in the world's way."

So everyone drank a cup of it. The shochu was of course very strong, but it was indeed strong enough, exuding a sweet aroma of barley. Except for Li Wei's face flushed, everyone nodded in satisfaction, and Babrupa's face was even more so. Lighting up, he grabbed the clay pot on the table and poured wine into the ox horn cup in front of him.

"This thing is really good. It's sweet and mellow. It can be compared with the nectar sprinkled by Santa Morata when comforting the flock."

"That's not it!" Hearing someone praise the wine produced in his manor, Sir Mirefis became even happier. "For this sentence, I would like to toast you, traveler, and ask for your name."

"I am a clergyman who was born in Fermeyer, the capital of glory, and was baptized in the Glorious Cathedral. Everyone calls me Babrupa Simon. Of course, everyone often adds a pious title in front of it, but I don’t care if I add or not, because His Excellency the Bishop of Guangyao Cathedral once said that piety is only in the heart.” Babrupa said with a solemn face, if he didn’t have so much food in his mouth, he should look A little more convincing.

Li Wei couldn't help laughing out loud, and quickly took a roasted pork leg in front of him, and stuck his teeth in to block the smile.

"Okay, I'll toast you again, pious Mr. Babrupa Simon." The manor owner didn't see this, and once again raised the wine glass in his hand, and after drinking it, he turned his eyes to another On a distinguished guest with the title of priest.

"Let's have a toast too, Brother Ace Pross, we don't see many knights in the Dormition Temple here, and there are even fewer people like you who are rushing on the road in the evening."

Ace Pross raised his glass and drank together calmly, and then said with a smile: "Brothers in the Dormition Temple really rarely go out unless there is another trace of the deceased somewhere, but this time the place I am going is Dirk City, please forgive me for keeping the mission from the top of the temple secret."

"Ah, of course, keep it a secret!" Sir Mirefis said, "But you really missed a good show. Although I didn't go to see it, I heard from others that today is the Knights of Dirk City. On the day of the assessment, many of the bravest knights will definitely show their skills!"

Levi and Wilps looked at each other, and they both saw smiles in each other's eyes. Way to express agreement with Sir Mirefith's words.

But Ace Pross shrugged his shoulders after hearing this, and put down the wine glass in his hand. "My dear Sir Mirefis, I can't agree with your words." There was a hint of pride in his voice, "Who else can get the honor of the most bravery except the brothers of the Dormition Temple? ?”

"There is also the Sword of Condemnation of the Lord of Radiance, and the Shield of Order of the Goddess of Silver Moon..." Babrupa said, "Their reputation and honor will definitely not be inferior to the resting Templars."

"I can't slander followers of other sects, but those people do..."

"Forgive me, Brother Ace Pross, but in the Kingdom of Arthur, besides the knights of the Dormition Temple, there are also many brave knights." Sir Mirefis couldn't help interrupting Ace Pross I'm not ashamed to say anything.

"Respected Sir Mirefis, I have indeed seen many knights who can be called brave in the world, but with the holy sword on my waist? In comparison, there is still a big gap." Ace Pross replied in a firm tone while holding the hilt of his sword.

"I don't agree with what you said, Brother Ace Pross." Li Wei interrupted suddenly. He had been frowning just now, carefully looking at this young templar who always smiled, and doubts flashed in his eyes from time to time. shine. "Among all the secular knights who abide by the motto of the knights, there are many who are not inferior to the resting Templars in terms of bravery. Even in our northern border, there are many such heroic knights."

This sentence caused a burst of applause from Sir Mirefis and his relatives and friends, especially the manor himself. He stood up excitedly and shouted with joy, "Children, fill up the wine! I want To this sentence! As for you, young knight, if you will let me hear the names that are worth drinking, I will give you a bag full of such for every name you say gold."

As Sir Mirefis said, he untied the money bag at his waist and put it on the table. When the rope at the mouth of the bag was opened, the gold coins inside immediately flowed out, shining charmingly under the firelight of the fireplace.

"I will gladly repeat the names of those gallant knights without payment, Sir Mirefith," replied Levy.

"Merciful Father God! What have I heard? This is yellow orange gold coins, not anything else. If you have no objection, let me keep this wealth. I can use it to repair the icon of the church " Babrupa said as he reached for the money bag on the table and put it into his pocket as quickly as possible.

Li Wei frowned, but ignored him, and said in a solemn voice: "The first powerful knight is the governor of the northern border county and the lord of Dirk City, the sword dancer, the earl with the sword, the famous Ricardo? His Excellency the Earl of Ansair."

"Well said, neither Templar nor Templar can compare to our Lord Lord!" Sir Mirefis slapped the table and shouted, then raised the silver cup in his hand and poured a full glass of shochu down his throat inside.

"The second is the military chief of Sicily City, Viscount Paul Feng Mars with a sword. Although he used to be a member of the Radiant Templar, he has now become one of the agents of the Lord of Radiance in the secular world." Wilps interface said. "There is also the long hammer of the Dirk City Knights Association? Nicholas. Although he is a bit older, he still has the same strength as the title knight."

"Mars is a great knight, but the old Nicholas is too conceited and narrow-minded, but at least he can be regarded as a brave knight." Sir Mirefis commented, drinking another glass of wine happily , and then asked: "Is there any more? Who is the fourth?"

"Next there are some knights, such as Els Tiger, the guard captain of North Orla, Baron Cedric, the lord of Winterwind, Sir Lidwan, the lord of Greencastle, and the Grand Knight Commander who died with Lord Demon not long ago. Lord Herbert is as brave as the Knights of the Resting Templar." Li Wei said with a serious expression.

Hearing the names of so many famous knights, Sir Mirefis was so happy that he drank several glasses in a row, and his rude relatives and friends also drank up their glasses. There was a burst of cheers in the hall.

Ace Pross smiled and listened to Levi and Wilpus name after name, but frowned slightly when he mentioned Earl Ansair and Viscount Mars. He didn't say a word, but It wasn't that he was speechless when he was refuted, but he listened with a smile, and it was not until Li Wei finished speaking the series of names that he calmly said: "Those people are indeed heroic knights, although I don't think they are better than An'an. The brethren in the temple are still more heroic. And young knight, you seem to have missed two names."

Li Wei was silent for a while, and raised his eyes to look at Ace Prouss. In those gentle blue eyes that contained a smile, Li Wei seemed to see some characteristics that were different from the surface.

"Who are the two names you mentioned?" the young knight asked softly.

"These two are knights from Viscount Ryan in the north. One of them is Wilps, who is known as a genius knight. He also made considerable achievements in the disaster, and the other..." Ace Pu Ross paused at this point, a mysterious smile appeared on his pale and handsome face, and then continued: "He is not very old, maybe about the same as you, but his achievements are incredible, even if he is in the Dormition Temple. And it has spread among the brothers."

"Okay, Brother Ace Pross, don't be so secretive! Say that name, and see if it's worth toasting him together." Sir Mirefis stood up unsteadily, obviously just now The heavy drinking has made him a little drunk.

"That person is the young hero who ended the disaster, and his name is Levi Ston." Ace Pross announced loudly.

"To him! Toast to the young hero!" The drunken manor owner laughed and raised his glass, and his relatives and friends who drank almost the same as him also raised their glasses together, and the silver and horn cups collided in the air. Together, and then poured into one mouth after another.

Ace Pross also drank the glass with everyone, then he filled the glass again, and raised his hands to salute Sir Mirefis and others.

"Dear Sir Mirefis, friends, and these two worldly knights, it is getting late, and I have already drunk to my heart's content. Now the wine has begun to beat drums in my head. Please allow me to pay my last respects. Have a drink, everyone, and then go back to your room to rest."

Li Wei and the others also stood up, raised their glasses in the same way, and said something similar in meaning.

The owner of the manor and his merry friends tried to persuade them to stay, but the guests insisted that enough was enough, so the host and guests held a last toast, and then Sir Mirefis raised his hand and called some servants to lead the guests to their respective rooms. Rest in the middle of the day, and clean up the leftovers in the hall.

Perhaps it was an unintentional coincidence. When Li Wei left the hall, he turned around and looked in another direction, just in time to see Ace Pross also turning around. The eyes of the two met in the air, and the latter Once, he showed a somewhat secretive smile, nodded to Li Wei, and then followed the servants, and left through another exit of the hall.

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