Chris's Faith of Fire

The king's hands trembled as he took the account book. If his eyes could speak, there must have been countless voices telling him not to touch the account book, but after all, no one would threaten the monarch face to face.

Everyone could only watch helplessly as he turned over the pages, except for that one person... Lahar.

"Enough!" This sentence startled the king. "Lord Asha, I didn't expect you to come up with such a ridiculous trick to frame me." He pointed his finger at himself and looked at Adele, as if he was really a victim, maybe he was. ...But absolutely no one will sympathize with him. Even his accomplices just hope that they will not be exposed.

"Victim? Are you trying to say that this is a forgery? It involves misappropriation of the royal family's budget. Your Majesty will know it at a glance."

"Really, is this really the case... Mr. Lahar, I do feel that some of your usual actions have touched my bottom line. Thank you very much for helping me after my father's death. It really made me feel relaxed during that time. A lot, but your crimes are beyond my tolerance..."

"That's not the case! Your Majesty!" He shouted helplessly, even if he lost his temper, he didn't care, "This is a conspiracy carefully planned by the Duke! He actually colluded with Lady Adele to do this kind of behavior, even if your Majesty finds out now You will only fall into the scam they arranged in advance!"

Oh, it’s beginning to be hysterical, but you have to say this in order to survive, right?

Asha was looking forward to what he was going to say next, and it should be said that she had already guessed it.

"To deal with such a matter where the evidence is questionable, I, Rahal Mitilet Langlit, a nobleman in the name of the gem, demand a trial by combat!"

He left these words and ran out angrily.

The nobles present also became noisy.

How will things develop?

Adele smiled slightly.

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"That guy is crazy. He actually wants to compete." Alyssa frowned.

"Probably he is looking for an acting knight. What kind of strong opponent will he be? He probably understands that we don't have much time, so His Majesty arranged the contest for the next day, but it still delayed a lot."

Now the Dragon Queen may arrive in Anatolia within a few days. Depending on the speed of her march, it is unknown when she will arrive.

Ren frankly said that if Alexia attacked directly, he would not be able to resist it alone.

"I don't think he intends to look for an acting knight. He can't find a strong noble in such a short time." Adele sat on the city wall and looked at his long sword, wiping it carefully with a cloth. "Don't underestimate him. After all, he is also my apprentice, and he has not neglected his swordsmanship. It is precisely because of his outstanding skills that he became His Majesty's favorite." Adele said what she knew, "But you, who is your acting knight? Although I can I'll help you fight, but this time I really have to charge money. How much do you think the Duke should be paid for his life?"

In the past, I didn't care about this kind of thing at all. I would eat, sleep, eat...or else I would hug girls.But I can’t die casually now, because there is Rebekah waiting for me.Maybe it’s not certain that Laharl really has two brushes. There seemed to be a kind of unwillingness in his eyes before. As a noble who can have the name of gems, he himself is not willing to lag behind others, but between himself and In front of a noble like Laurent, he could only act as a submissive servant.

At this time, the sunset wind blew over their hair, and Asha's blond hair looked very dazzling at this time.

"I don't need a proxy knight, I will do it myself." He said confidently.

"Are you serious? You're not bad in terms of talent, but you're not as good as Lahar... Besides, I know you haven't exercised for so long."

"That's because you haven't seen the size I looked like a few months ago."

"Don't be ridiculous. Do you think you can become a sword master because you have lost weight? You can never achieve success in swordsmanship without years of practice. After all, you are just a boy who knows a little about swordsmanship, and you are no longer a boy."

Why does this person sound so nervous?Doesn't she want to die? Is she a little concerned about her apprentice's life at this time?Or are you just afraid that no one will pay you?

"There is no boy who cannot grow up," he replied.

"It seems that you are bent on seeking death." The female aristocrat's purple lipstick wrinkled slightly. She was very unhappy. Adele would not give good looks to people who made her unhappy. She was a miser, and maybe she still had some feelings. Well, there are not many people who can make Adele feel unhappy purely mentally.

"Lord Rhine." Alyssa, who had been listening for a long time, finally found the opportunity to intervene in their conversation. She and Asha had not known each other for a long time, and she and Adele only met once when they were young. Now listening to the two of them The words felt quite awkward. "Lord Asha has become very strong, please believe in him."

"Do you want him dead?"

Miss First Swordsman didn’t know that Duke Asha was transformed into a vampire by Lian. To be precise, only a few people knew about this matter, including Firmina, Rebekah, and herself. He had also trapped Lian into a trap. In the midst of a hard fight.

But this kind of thing cannot be used as a reason for persuasion. She needs more reliable arguments.

Pride hit the female swordsman's heart, because Adele couldn't put down her face and say, just help you.

She sat there quietly, crossing her legs. Her thighs without boots were long and well-proportioned. She was waiting for her former disciple to seek her help. She would be ruthless to defeat another disciple, because Laharl After all, he went too far.

As a result, the Duke just smiled and said, "Teacher, are your eyesight so dull?"

"What did you say!"

Her beautifully shaped eyebrows were almost frowning together.

She was angry, but she never understood why the little boy she had taken care of and helped him become an adult had such confidence.

"Have you not felt what Alyssa said? The present me and the past are completely different."

Indeed, he is completely different now from the past, and the childishness between his eyebrows has long disappeared.

But she just had a feeling of not giving up.

"I only saw you acting like a layman holding a sword."

You can't win like this. She bit her lower lip, her movements still so coquettish...

Maybe he doesn't hate her that much, Asha thought to herself.

But precisely because you don’t hate it, you must convey your beliefs.

"I don't think those are the key." He paused for a moment, as if choosing his words.

"It's not just movements that want to bring out the maximum power of the sword." He turned his head and looked at Alyssa, as if he was telling her this. "The most important thing is the feeling of working hard to protect something."

How did Alyssa change the cowardly King without him seeing it?

After the tournament was over, the Grand Duke wanted to hear it.

Chapter 327 322. Prepare for a rainy day——1

Lian walked on the street here, and Anatolia's pace was much faster than usual... He was anxious about the next defense work. Lilim had been defeated and was still recuperating, but he had to continue Facing Alexia, she was already very close.According to the scouts' reports, it might take half a month to arrive, but Lian believed that with the speed of the Dragon Queen, it would only take a week.

He looked at the busy people in the city. The blacksmiths were forging weapons and arrows, and the heat was escaping from the bellows, adding even more depression to the climate that was close to the tropics.The wizard should also be copying magic scrolls at this time. Even civilians can manipulate such things, so that people who do not know magic and have no combat training can also have a certain degree of combat effectiveness.

"Asha-sama spent a lot of money." Fermina said, walking beside Lian and looking at his handsome profile, she couldn't help but be dazzled, but looking at the gifts in her hands, she smiled bitterly and shook her head. shook his head.

"Probably all the property. Thanks to Lilim for this, the Succubus Queen captured many noble men and sucked all their essences. During our time, Lord Asha absorbed many of their family properties."

Less than a week has passed since the Lilim battle, and no one has been idle this week.

News that the Four Heavenly Kings Alexia was about to attack spread throughout the city, and many people wanted to flee to the royal capital. Lian suggested that Asha stabilize the people's hearts, so she spread the news that she was a true citizen of Nefera, and also told The popular warriors and the fire elves will lead the orc army to resist together, but they still need a little time. Perseverance is the only way out.

Of course, in order to make everyone believe that Lian must use a little trick...such as flying in the sky and announcing loudly or something.

then……

"Ah, the true people of Nefera!"

Lian was attracted by this call and turned his head slightly. The women selling bread on the side were calling him.

"You are as beautiful as ever today! Take this." The woman trotted over and handed over a bag.

"Ah, thank you!" Lian felt that it was not good to refuse, so she quickly reached out to pick it up. There was a bag full of bread in it.

"Please protect us~"

"I...will do my best." He knew that his expression must be ugly now.

"You are so humble~ Oh my, if you can be our son-in-law after the war is over in the future?"

"Ha...haha." Lian Gan smiled.

"Come on." The woman in the bakery waved her hand and went back to work.

The common people in this city have a good impression of themselves, probably because they neither believe in the nobles nor the so-called righteous thieves, so all their hopes are placed on themselves as a "god".

Although compared to those guys like the God of War and the Phantom God, he is simply a clown-like character.

"It's really popular. You're the fifth person today, aren't you?"

This masochistic thought had not lingered in her mind for a while before Firmina took the bag of bread and added more gifts to her hand.

"Stop teasing me, Miss Firmina..."

Lian was nervous at the time and was not good at speaking, so the content of the "manifesto" he made was actually very popular and not alienating. Moreover, because of his androgynous beauty, he was loved by both men and women, and it is still there today. Many people thought that Lian was a woman, and his face turned red when he recalled this incident.

First there was the red-faced little girl giving away gloves, then there was the hotel waitress who was pursued by many boys on the civilian street, the drunk farrier, the fanatical goddess believer, and now it was the proprietress of the bakery.

"So I said you'd better not go out casually." Fermina complained. Even though she was a beast, she was still a girl. This was the first time that her arm was sore not because of holding a sword.

"I need to look at the city defense myself." Lian emphasized this point, "Alexia cannot be dealt with the same way as humans, or even ordinary demons. To defend the city with all the people is to be slaughtered by others."

He knew very well that woman's fighting method, crushing ordinary strength, this was the most appropriate description.

The letter he left for Firmina and Alyssa when he defeated Lilim worked. Firmina ran to ask Zelodia for help. Of course, the Beast Queen was not that easy to deal with.Negotiation requires letting the other side know what benefits they can get, rather than treating them like mercenaries.

Fortunately, Zelothia is a woman with a big picture. After knowing the fact that Nefera's true people are vampires, she donated her elf blood. The blood helped Lian defeat the demonized Asha and Haggar. , also had the upper hand against Lilim.

The successful result of the crusade against Lilim also made the Beast Queen realize that this ally is trustworthy. She has personally led the troops to station in the upper reaches of the Wind's Breath River, and now she has come to the city as a distinguished guest.

"Her Highness Zelotia's position in this war is very important." Lian said, "Alexia has an army of tens of thousands of lizardmen, as well as many flying dragons and earth dragons. Mobile guerrilla warfare is the solution."

The city wall was vulnerable to the dragon's breath and collision. The grassland people were good at using scimitars and bows and arrows. They were quick to move and used the speed of their horses and their own agility to catch the Dragon Queen's army off guard.

At the same time, he can attract Alexia's attention from the front. Maybe he is not her opponent, but if he can get Zelodia's help, he will be able to delay it for a while.

"But that lord will not sacrifice the lives of his people for an uncertain outcome. The old beast king Gudayel may be able to do it, but it is impossible for Zelodia. Even your beauty trap will not work on her, because She has no flesh and blood... Her body can be sold to gain intelligence and combat effectiveness, and her beloved horse can be shot to death to train soldiers."

Fermina seems to know Zelodia very well. She is obviously more beautiful than ordinary fairies, but her inner ruthlessness is more than just talk. The "wind roar" sounded and arrows rained down.

The word "overlord" is perfect for her.

"I suggest that when you meet her, you should show your dignity and momentum as a true citizen of Nefera. You must not be led into the pace by Zelothia, and you must not go to bed with her!"

Lian didn't know how to respond when these words came out of a girl's mouth, but her serious expression made this matter a taboo in Lian's heart.

"I swear I won't."

"That's good, Zelodia is a dangerous girl, I hope you won't be tempted by her." She turned away, "Because you don't look like that kind of aloof god... but more like an ordinary brother. …”

"Huh?" The last words were too soft for him to hear clearly.

"Nothing at all."

After the beast girl finished speaking, she walked towards the castle.

323. Prepare for a rainy day——2

The dinner was held in Lord Asha's restaurant, but the host, Duke Asha, was not present. Recently, he went to Xidelinle in Gilkern for help, and he also brought Rebekah and Alyssa with him.The human soldiers had a hard time fighting against the draconians and lizardmen, but it was better than nothing.

Zelodia was already sitting there, seeing her for the first time.

The eye-catching head has long ears like a rabbit, but it also has elf ears.Her long turquoise hair is like emerald, smooth and smooth, hanging down to her round but small buttocks. Her skin is as white as jade, and the upper body of the dress like national costume can only cover the slight bulge on her chest.

She was indeed breathtakingly beautiful and sexy. No wonder Fermina had to remind her again and again. Lian felt that it was impolite to stare at her. The moment he turned away, the perfect figure was still reflected in his retinas.

She didn't speak, just smiled and faced Lian. It took Lian a few seconds to realize that this was because she, as the host, wanted to speak first, and Zelothea also followed this etiquette.

"My dear, Lian Arkad, my title is True Citizen of Nefera. Although I am a half-demon, I am a person who serves the goddess. Arkad is the name of a demon. If you can, just call me Lian."

Tilting his head, the young man looked at Zelodia. She smiled like a goddess.This woman knew her true identity, otherwise she would not have given her blood.

This is a long table. The previously broken roof has been repaired with wood. Although it has not been completely repaired, it will not leak for the time being. Sitting next to it are Red Dove, Mia Bentham and Philmi. Na, there is also a male knight brought by Zelodia. He is Tyler Obadiah, the leader of the Dark Blue Knights. He is following Zelodia for some reason, but it’s not good to ask now. They are After sitting firmly on the guest seat, Lian sat on the main seat.Then the food was brought out by the servants one after another, tempting white bread, corn soup, roasted Alastor beef, and some sea fish. I don’t know what kind of taste the orcs like.There are rumors that these barbarians like to eat raw meat. This is obviously nonsense. Fa Lian certainly doesn't believe it. He prepared some fat and tender sheep for the chefs to slaughter on the spot, skin them and put them into the pot, adding a little spices for steaming. .

He hoped that this beautiful half-goblin would like it... What was important was often not the luxury of the ingredients, but the sincerity of the host.

"I am the daughter of the former Beast King Gudayel and the Elf Princess Filia, the appearance of the elf Sylph in the present world, the agent of the West Wind, the slayer of dragons, the king of beasts, Zelodia Jade Lot Philsilis. Since Ren-sama is a god, she is exempt from the etiquette, so you can call me Zelothea."

The clear voice echoed in the restaurant, as if it would linger around for three days.

Akari Mia is also a great beauty, but she pales in comparison to a village girl in front of her.Of course, she didn't care about this at all, she raised her head and said her name.

"Mia Bentham." After saying that, she closed her lips.

Although the leader of the thieves organization controls the civilian neighborhood, he is not suitable to announce his identity on the table, not to mention that Lilim's possession has already caused her so much humiliation.She wanted to defeat the Demon King's army as soon as possible, so she had to join forces with the nobles. The city of Anatolia was about to be burned to the ground by the Demon King's army. She had no time to think about it. Only by relying on powerful people to eradicate the threats in front of her could she make a long-term plan.

"Fermina, I have met her before, Your Highness Zelothia." The orc girl nodded to her. Although she could not express her loyalty to the orc queen, the help Zelothia gave her still made Fei Ermina had to show such respect.

"Yes." The elegant voice was like touching the strings of a lyre. "I feel your enthusiasm and sincerity. Now that I see Master Arkad, I really feel your extraordinary temperament. You are not lying."

She knew about Lian. When Lian was in crisis during the battle with Lilim, Firmina risked her own life and went to Parthia to ask the Beast King for help. Firmina knew better than anyone else that Ze What Lotia said was that she must not return to this land. If she brought someone back, she would only hear the sound of arrows and the sound of wind, and then her own blood would stain the green land.

"Tyler Obadiah, the leader of the Blue Knights...is now loyal to the Queen."

Which queen are you loyal to?Lian was surprised when the middle-aged knight who had been silent since then introduced himself.This man claims to be the leader of the Dark Blue Knights. Everyone knows that it is the knights affiliated with Xidelinle. If he claims to belong to Zelodia, it would be considered treason, but there are other queens near Gilkern. ?Chris is not here, and Ladia will be furious if she finds out about this, so he plans to hide it.

After everyone introduced each other, they nodded silently, and everyone was tacitly aware of the matter of the knight leader.Lian knew better why Firmina emphasized that she could not be tempted by Zelotea, and he did not want to lose his position yet.

"Well, thank you very much for gathering here today. Although the dinner is simple, it also provides a perfect occasion for our conversation. I hope that we can come up with a feasible defense against the attack of Dragon Queen Alexia today. plan."

"Defense?" Chijiu asked in confusion after hearing Lian's words. "The nobles on Mount Feia used all their strength to defend themselves, but they were vulnerable to a single blow."

"That's right." Lian answered her. "But Miss Akaba...it's different now than on Mount Feia. As a true citizen of Nefera, I will definitely delay time. This is also the core of the battle."

"Don't you want to challenge Alexia head-on?" She was doubtful. What she said next might be related to whether Zelodia would give her full assistance.