Heart of the Castle

Chapter 673 Frequent news of coalition counterattacks (Part [-])
"Oh, Your Excellency the Regent, if everything goes as you wish, that's great. Unfortunately, your thoughts may be a little wishful thinking." Director Bamili Yang took out a handkerchief from his sleeve to wipe the corners of his eyes. Although his voice was as soft as ever, the words contained The meaning is sharp as a whip, "Master Ermufasa, the president of the Mage Guild, is well-known for his narrow-mindedness. Now that Master Merister has been promoted to a legend, in his eyes, he is probably more troublesome than thousands of demons." Threat; His Excellency the archbishop of the Glory Temple has not stepped out of the Holy Light Island God’s Enhai Monastery for more than 40 years, and the God’s presence technique will consume a lot of divine power and the life of the caster, unless something related to the life and death of the Glory Temple occurs, otherwise I don't think he can help. As for Captain Siegfried of the Sword of Sin..."

The plump cheeks of Manager Bamili Yang twitched, as if he was recalling something terrible, and there was even an imperceptible tremor in his voice, "Your Majesty the Regent, for the sake of the benevolent Father God and the gods in heaven Now, I think it's better not to give him an excuse to leave Shenwei Prison."

If one word were to be used to describe the character of Lord Reinhardt Bamilian, the Chief of the Palace and Minister of Intelligence, the most appropriate ones would be "sinister and cunning", "flattery" or "turning the wind". Barely suitable, but in any case it has nothing to do with "cowardly and cowardly".The Lord Chancellor successively served the Mad King, the Dragon King and the New King, three kings with very different personalities and extremely opposite positions, but they were all able to be reused. The adults are still the guests in the round table hall.

Among the newly-born King Arthur's court in Northern County, Chief Bamilian is still among the most important ministers of the kingdom, and his former power and status have not been diminished in any way.Although Li Wei let the Shadow Knight Alan Skett share the assassination power that originally belonged to Bamilian Yang, he also let Babrupa, who was born as a liar, share part of the power of intelligence and investigation.However, the two suffered heavy losses with the fall of the capital. Only a few elite blood daggers from the Thieves Guild were able to escape, and the intelligence network of the Sleepless Eye became dilapidated. Power that has been out of control.

At least before today, Li Wei had never heard of someone who could scare Director Bamilian just by virtue of his name.Although the eunuch is good at disguising his emotions, Li Wei has a premonition that when it comes to Captain Siegfried of the Sword of Condemnation, the fear of Chief Bamilian is not because of his superb acting skills, but completely spontaneous. in the heart.

"If you want to forcibly knead these people with different ideas together, and let them work together to attack the strong castle, the chance of success is probably even smaller than that of the thunderstorm suddenly sent down by the person in charge of the thunderbolt, directly blowing the dark fortress into a pile of pieces." Mr. Dish shrugged his shoulders, "However, in my opinion, Master Merister's statement is also biased. It is true that gathering ten legendary powerhouses can destroy the defense of the Dark Fortress, but this is not the only way. Using alchemy to create With a powerful enough magic siege ram, you can completely knock on the closed door of the Dark Fortress."

"Master Frederick, forgive me." Master Sugad said hesitantly, "I have never heard of a battering ram that is as powerful as a legendary powerhouse. There are so many classics in the Academy City that ordinary people cannot read them all. There is no similar record."

"It's just that there is no record in the 'original'." The corner of Mr. Dish's mouth outlined a proud arc, "There will be one in the future, and it will be in the volume that records the great achievements made by Master Li Wei."

Cedric, the Earl of the White Wolf, was the first to laugh out loud, followed by Earl Ansair, Steward Bamilian and several other important ministers of the kingdom. Dish's explanation is relieved.

Li Wei waited until the laughter disappeared, and then he was relieved from the embarrassing situation with his face flushed, "Master Frederick, what do you need to build that kind of battering ram? Can Beijing County get it now? "He asked with some concern.

"Many kinds of precious ores and other alchemy raw materials are required, but most of them can be found in North Border County. The Mithril tribe also has a lot of mithril and other magic metals, so don't worry about the raw materials. The most troublesome thing is proficiency There are too few people in alchemy, Master Youyue and me alone can't make a battering ram that can conquer the dark fortress." Seeing that Li Wei wanted to speak, Mr. Dish shook his head first, " Master Li Wei, if you are going to let those little monsters assist in the creation, the things you create will definitely be powerful enough, but I am afraid that the entire dark fortress will be blown up to the sky together with us."

Thinking of the extremely poor safety equipment made by the little monsters, Li Wei nodded subconsciously. "Of course, you must not let the elves participate in the construction." He said affirmatively, and then frowned again, "However, where are we going to find people who are proficient in alchemy? At least before you, I have never heard of it." Which alchemist still exists in the Kingdom of Arthur."

"There is no decent alchemist in the entire Kingdom of Arthur, only a few apprentices who rely on alchemy tricks to bluff." Master Sugard, an old scholar in red robes, said a little uneasy, "I know that there are several scholar mentors in the Academy City. He is very interested in alchemy and has spent a lot of energy on researching it. However, since most of the classics of advanced alchemy have disappeared into the dust of history, and only a few fragments of records remain, the alchemy achievement among these instructors is The tallest one is still a long way from the level of a master."
"The high elves in Moonwhisper Forest have all the inheritance of natural alchemy, and the druids of the Natural Magic Guild are actually alchemists in a certain sense." Mr. Dish said his suggestion, " Master Li Wei, after the storm is over, let Li Lizui work hard again, based on the fact that you once fought side by side with the elf queen and saved her life twice, the elf royal court should not refuse your request."

Li Wei nodded without much consideration, "It seems that this is the only way to go. Master Frederick, please contact Master Merister later, and ask him to continue to pay attention to the progress of the war in the capital of Fermeyer , if there is something worth noting, please report at any time.”

After getting Mr. Dish's nod and agreement, Levi turned to the black armored knight standing beside him, "Sir Rodriguez, I want you to select an elite unit from the Griffon Knights immediately, with a number of about a hundred people, and then Let another [-] griffins stand by at any time. Once the coalition forces of the Second Eastern County and Abraham fail to attack the city and are forced to retreat, I hope to use this force to provide them with air support in time to cover them from the devil's pursuit."

"I'll do it now, Master Levi." Sir Rodriguez said, then turned and left, his back quickly submerged in the wind and rain outside the tower.

"Your Excellency the Regent, it's really kind of you to treat the traitors of the kingdom and the desert black skins who took advantage of the fire." Director Bamili Yang commented softly, "Gods, although I have a sympathetic character, my temper is like As soft and docile as a dollop of holy ointment for a wound, it makes one tremble with rage when one hears of the despicable deeds of those people."

This self-proclaimed aroused a burst of small laughter in the map hall. It may be true that Manager Bamilian has a temper like a lump of ointment, but it is definitely a highly toxic ointment. Killing that hapless fellow on the spot would also leave the wound festering and festering, perhaps never to heal.

Li Wei didn't smile, but carefully examined the expression of the court chief, and when he spoke, his tone was in line with the majesty of the guardian of the whole kingdom. "Master Bamili Yang, the behavior of the two eastern counties to support the false king is indeed hateful, but after all, they are in the same country. As long as they wake up in time, they will not be mortal. Now we have a common powerful enemy, and It is the army of abyssal demons who occupy most of the territory of the Kingdom of Arthur and the capital of Fermeyer. If the army of the second eastern county suffers too much losses in this counterattack and cannot continue to hold the territory, then the pressure we will bear in the future But it got bigger."

"Your Excellency the Regent, your insights are as commendable as your kindness." Director Bamili Yang replied with a deep bow.

"Master Bamili Yang, I want you to strengthen the intelligence collection on the second eastern county, and tilt the power of the Sleepless Eye there as much as possible, and I will send you more big crows to deliver the news." Li Wei continued The order went on, "But the blood dagger's assassination and disturbance activities in the second eastern county must stop. Before receiving new orders, let them lurk on the spot."

"Oh, Your Excellency the Regent, without your order, how dare I let those little blades do those dirty things rashly?" Chief Bamili Yang stroked his powdered cheek and said, "Of course, In order to prevent some reckless little guy from asserting himself, I will pass your order to them, please rest assured."

Li Wei took a deep look at the eunuch, and then turned his attention to others, "The two eastern counties united with the desert country Abraham to counterattack the king's capital. Regardless of the outcome, it will have a great impact on the kingdom. Although Green Castle is located in the center of the northern border county, the city wall is strong. , the defense facilities are complete, but it is too far away from the southern border, even if you attack with light cavalry, you need to trek for three days. So I decided that all the first and third divisions of the Griffon Knights and three of the fourth division The brigade has all moved south, the guarding of the Greencastle and the patrolling of the Zeilan River Basin will be in charge of Lord Cedric's second division, and the archers of the brigade left behind by the fourth division will also be under your command .”

"Yes, Your Excellency the Regent." Cedric, Earl of the White Wolf, stood up abruptly, clenched his fist with his right hand, and tapped the White Wolf Head badge on his chest, "I will definitely complete the task and defend the Green Castle and King Arthur's court with my life." safety."

Li Wei nodded in satisfaction, and then called the next name, "Lord Denise Ansair." The countess immediately got up, her sky-blue eyes like a clear sky shone with enthusiasm. "Your Excellency Leviston, please give me your instructions."

"Sir Rodriguez must go with me. The Sky Knight Marquis Osiris is currently recovering from serious injuries and is still recuperating in the Moon Whispering Forest. Your strength is only inferior to these two, so I want you to temporarily serve as the Iron Guard Knight." To protect the personal safety of Her Majesty Queen Fletcher."

"I am very happy to accept the mission to protect Her Majesty Queen Fleischer, and I have made an oath, but your Excellency's words will hurt the hearts of those brave Griffin Riders." The countess smiled slightly, "The third most powerful knight in Northern Border County is actually a weak little woman. Where will Lord Wilps, the Flame Wheel Knight, and Lord Dragonson, the Steel Fist Knight, be placed?"

"Wilps, the flame wheel knight, is a steady man, and he won't care about the false name of the third knight." Li Wei showed a pointed smile, "As for the Iron Fist Knight Dragoons, that reckless guy was killed the other morning. At that time, I ran to the Earth Temple to heal the wound in dejection, according to the later description of the deputy archbishop of Beria, it seems to be caused by some kind of secret vindictiveness of the Ansair family?"

Earl Denise Ansair rolled her eyes helplessly, "It's so boring, Lord Livingston." She said in a dejected tone, "Even these things can't be hidden from your eyes, and you are almost becoming the second Your lord the Bamilian Master."

"Where are you talking?" Mr. Dish interjected, "Master Levi has no physical defects. After the disaster is over and the whole kingdom is restored, he will marry Her Majesty Queen Fletcher."

Laughter erupted, dispelling the haze that had pervaded the map hall since seeing the Dark Fortress.

"I didn't even say a word just now." Amidst the laughter, the court steward complained aggrievedly, "Gods, God knows how much I long to be like Master Frederick or Master Zugard. Raise a beautiful beard."

"My lord, is your wish just to have more beards?" Cedric, Earl of the White Wolf asked, aiming at the eunuch's lower body with malicious eyes.His words and demeanor provoked a further burst of laughter among the high-ranking ministers, and Bamilian made a look of resentment at first, and then laughed like everyone else.

Perhaps due to the changeable weather in summer, when the meeting ended and Li Wei and the others stepped out of the tower, the dark clouds hanging over the Green Castle just happened to dissipate, and the sound of the wind blowing over the city walls and high windows also changed from a sharp roar to To whisper.In the blue sky like clear crystal, the golden face of Ferandara hangs high above the dome, and a brilliant colorful rainbow flashes beside the golden sun, like a huge sky bow, hanging down towards the gray sky of the extreme northern ice field. mountains, while the other end sucks the dark mist of the evening forest.

Undoubtedly, this beautiful scene is a good omen in many people's minds, especially when the rainbow appeared and Levi Stone stepped out of the tower of the Green Castle at exactly the same moment, the people who saw this scene immediately expressed surprise and excitement. The voices of joyful praise, "Good omen, good omen of victory" and "Long live the Kingdom of Arthur" spread throughout every corner of the Green Castle like swift swifts.

People began to gather in the square, tens of thousands of people moved and huddled together.The voices shouting the name of Levi Stern came one after another, just like the rising tide of the sea, one wave after another.Suddenly, there was a burst of shouts resounding through the sky. This was the cheers from the guards on the guard towers and walls, "Leviston, Leviston, our commander, our hero! Come on, Lead us forward, fight to Fermeyer, to the lair of the devil!"

In an instant, the sound of shouting echoed between the high walls of the Green Castle, as if the evil disaster was about to end and the victory had come. The voices from countless throats were like a catastrophe, converging into a passionate battle song declaring war on the devil .

"The hearts of the people are available, and the morale is available." Earl Denise Ansair looked at Li Wei's back and muttered to herself, "Even ten years ago, when the Dragon King led his army to defeat the army of demons surrounding North Orla I have never seen such a high morale, Levi Ston, you, the Sheriff of Northern County, have much better luck than I did back then."

"Earl Ansair, that's not luck, but vigor." Although there was a lot of voices, Mr. Dish's voice could still be heard clearly, "You may not know the experience of Master Levi in ​​the past, but now It should be completely clear, right? Without a heart that is persistent in kindness and light, without a belief in adhering to the motto of the knight, no matter how lucky you are, you will not be able to get to where you are now."

"Frederick... no, Master Disch Friedrich." Earl Ansel turned his back, away from the narrow high windows and the noisy crowd, and there was a complex look in his eyes that was hard to describe in words. The words seem to be mixed with three points of hesitation, three points of bitterness, three points of doubt and one point of vague envy. "I don't understand, I don't understand why Levi Ston is able to do things in Northern County that even I, who once held the same power, can't touch, I don't understand why the gods seem to favor him, let him create a new An unimaginable miracle! He obviously doesn't understand anything, political compromise, weighing the pros and cons, let alone the life-and-death trade-offs of a superior person! How could he...success?"

"Some things can only be accomplished by staining one's own hands; some roads cannot be walked without trampling on the blood of innocent people. Earl Ansair, in a heart full of calculations and trade-offs, and Is there a place for justice and light?"

Mr. Dish glanced at the Countess with platinum long hair with compassion in his eyes. Although his voice was soft, the meaning in his words made her feel as if her whole blood was frozen.

"Dragon King Fidel Adams, Grand Duke Raul Adams, Star Mentor Satine Hell, Edwin Reeves the Terrible, and you——Sword Dancer, Ricardo Feng Ansai, Sheriff of the Northern County Lord Earl. Which one of these people is not more politically minded than Master Levi, and knows the trade-offs better? But where are they all now?"

(End of this chapter)