Blood Princess and the Knight

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When we first saw Nolan City on the border, there were only a few dilapidated walls: the upper walls have changed a lot. ☆Zero=撒中文☆

The earthen tile wall of the main entrance, which was short and crude and had almost no protective capabilities, was removed and transported away, and replaced by a thick wall about five feet high.

The brick firing technology is perfect, and there are almost no gaps between the densely laid bricks, which is more than enough to deal with small-scale conflicts.

On the tall city tower, sub-cat soldiers in cloth armor were placed all over the city gates in standard military postures, standing guard with due diligence.

The handsome flag of the Yamao Kingdom, inlaid four times now, is flying high in front of the city tower. After a few months of absence, Nolan City has been reborn and completely new.

- A wise king with great foresight is better than a hundred thousand soldiers. The sub-cat kingdom, which has been reduced to a semi-colony, is now prosperous. Naturally, it cannot do without the wise leadership of the leader.

The motorcade gradually drove into the city gate.

"See the Countess." After the guard servant showed his identity card, the soldiers standing guard at the city gate knelt on one knee and greeted the distinguished nobleman with the highest standards.

"I have offended the noble young lady. There is an insurgence of banditry outside the city now. If you please show your face, we will naturally open the door for you.

"Bold! Guard, do you know who you are blocking?" The soldier's repeated blocking made the servant angry.

"The eldest daughter of Count Earl Crimson Fran, we have our own sense of discretion, but this is the order of the Lord of the City. Even if His Majesty Shah enters the city, he must undergo an identity check.

"Oh, you, the Lord of Nolan City, are really powerful. You can see my lady if you want? Guard, you'd better find out.

"Xiao Wu, get out of here." The voice in the car interrupted the servant's angry scolding.

The famous servant Xiaowu stepped back, the sedan curtain was opened, and an elegantly dressed girl came out, with a slightly wavy face.

"Sir, I have seen Countess Crimson." (My memory was confused in the previous chapter, so my surname was Crimson~(1≥∞\\))

“I have offended you many times before, please forgive me Miss Ran.

"It doesn't matter, you are also following orders." Ran glanced at the soldiers kneeling on one knee and walked into the door curtain without saying anything. There was no need to argue with the guards who were acting under orders.

The soldiers did not dare to neglect and ordered the soldiers on guard at the city gate to open it.

The carriage drove into the city and glanced at the unidentified armored men and human men sitting on both sides of the carriage. The soldier was stunned for a moment.

"These two

"The builder hired by our lady, why does the guard have any objections? Gu Jiading narrowed his eyes.

"They are human beings" play

"Before they were human beings, they were guests at our lady's banquet." The servant pointed out.

The guards looked at each other, not daring to step forward and say anything. They confirmed that the other party was indeed a relative of the emperor, and it would be unwise to get into trouble again.

The young lady from the Earl's family has a keen eye for people. She is much smarter than a rough soldier like me. She must have her own sense of proportion.

The bridge plank was lowered and the carriage entered Nolan City unimpeded.

"Oh, it turns out that this is the kingdom of the demi-cats. Looking at the various demi-cat residents in the streets and alleys, Huo Lei looked around like a curious baby. All the demi-cats didn't notice it. They were immersed in their ignorance. During the hard-won peace, a troll has quietly sneaked into the city.

What a terrible thing.

However, exposed to the sight of so many sub-cat people, Huo Lei, a big fool, had no conscious hope that the low-level illusion pendant could withstand the test.

Otherwise, it will be the end of a street rat.

"Are the architectural styles of sub-cat people generally on the short side? Apart from that palace, there are no taller buildings in the whole city." Horei rubbed his chin, not caring at all that he had gone deep into the "enemy". Rather like a tourist.

"This is what it looked like after reconstruction. Nolan used to be a fortified city, and the magnificent palaces were used to entertain foreign dignitaries. Now the splendid main palace of the past has completely disappeared, and only a few branch palaces remain." Ke'er, who had remained strangely silent after entering the city, suddenly spoke

Compared to Huo Lei, who was full of surprise and curiosity, Ke'er acted as calm as water. He glanced at the generally low buildings in Nolan City and made introductions calmly.

"Eh? Is that so? Oh, that's it." Huo Lei nodded in realization, not sure whether he understood or not.

Ji Bai remained silent.

After the war, Nolan was indeed desolate. Ji Bai, who was involved, knew exactly how much it had changed. Although the situation in Nolan today was much better than during the colonial period, the pale faces of the people who were malnourished were much rosier.

"You lived here for a while.

"This is Ke'er's hometown." Ke'er said matter-of-factly.

"Well, so I'm thinking about the feasibility of leaving you here. I feel like you won't starve to death even if I leave you here.

"Woo!" Ke'er subconsciously held on to the guardrail of the carriage, as if he didn't want to go down even if he died.

Of course it was just a joke from Ji Bai. Although he had not given up his plan to keep Ke'er in the Yamao Kingdom, even so, he had to hand it over to someone he knew and whom he could trust.

After entering the city, the carriage slowed down and stayed on the street for about a few minutes before gradually driving into a not-so-big mansion.

"Dear guests, upon arrival at your destination, you can

Got off the bus. "Ran, who stepped out of the carriage with the help of his servants, respectfully held up his long skirt and fulfilled his duty as a master by walking in front to lead the way to the guests.

"Miss Ran, there's no need to be polite, send us off

Thank you very much for entering the city. I will just look for a hotel on my own. Besides, I have important things to attend to, so I can't delay, so I'll take my leave now.

"My benefactor, please stay and finish your words. You have come all the way and left your customs clearance and identity certificates in a hurry. The hotel will not accommodate you." Ran called to Ji Bai who was about to say goodbye and retreat. She paused and continued. Speaking of.

"May I ask the guest the destination of this trip?'

"Swamp Country."

"As far as I know, there are very few carriages leading to the Swamp Kingdom in the entire Yamao Kingdom. Normal waiting may delay you more time. Although the mansion is small, if the benefactor does not dislike it, you can rest here for two days. Ran Hui Please ask Father to contact you for a special carriage." Ran raised her skirt and said respectfully. Before Ji Bai could answer, Ke'er grabbed Ji Bai's hand and dragged him out. It was obvious that this little strength couldn't drag the wooden can.

"Ji Bai, Mr. Ji Bai, let's go. It doesn't matter even if we sleep on the street. Don't stay here. Let's go. Ke'er seemed very reluctant to stay in this place. She pulled Ji Bai's finger. Run in place.

"Well, what do you call this sister of the same race?" Ran didn't know why, but she felt a little anxious and uneasy when she saw Ke'er's behavior.

"I don't need to tell you. There is no need for us to get to know each other, Mr. Ji Bai. Come on, let's go! Let's just find a place that can protect us from the rain and sleep on the floor. We will seize the time to find a carriage the next day. Nolan City is connected to the Swamp Country. There won’t necessarily be fewer carriages!” Ke’er was extremely unwilling to live here and wished she could take Ji Bai and disappear from here right now.

"Eh? But I think it's okay to live here. Miss Ran's heart is with me."

"Uncle Huo Lei, please stop talking.

Huo Lei touched his nose and closed his mouth aggrievedly.

Why do I get rejected by Sister Keer as soon as I open my mouth?

"Mr. Ji Bai! Let's go, let's go. That woman looks ill-intentioned. This is her territory. Who dares to let down their guard in the wolf's den? She might suck our brains dry while we sleep. , very scary, very scary." Ke'er came close to Ji Bai's ear and whispered in a serious voice, while pulling Ji Bai tightly, trying to drag the tin can out of the mansion.

Ji Bai didn't plan to leave until he understood the situation. The locals naturally knew Nolan City better than a stranger like himself. Under such circumstances, it was undoubtedly the most reassuring thing to listen to their arrangements.

- On the other hand, Ji Bai was also surprised, how could the obedient and docile person in Pingba suddenly react so violently.

"Well, little sister, do you have any misunderstandings about me? Ran really has no ill intentions. You are Ran's benefactors. Ran is just

"You just want to make some crooked ideas in the name of repaying your kindness, right? Don't even think about it! Mr. Ji Bai already has me, you woman, don't think of any crooked ideas!'

"Little sister, you must have misunderstood me. I really just want to repay Mr. Ji Bai's kindness. If I can't repay the kindness, I will have trouble sleeping and eating.

"Oh, then are you telling the truth? Do you dare to swear on the statues of your ancestors?" Ke'er asked persistently.

"me

"I think you just don't have any good intentions, oh Cang Shi ugh!: It hurts~" Ke'er covered her forehead and looked at Ji Bai with tears in her eyes.

"Ke'er, don't embarrass Miss Ran." Ji Bai silently pulled Ke'er back behind him.

"Then let's wait for a few days. Miss Ran is a countess. I feel Miss Ran's desire to repay her kindness, so I'd like you to make arrangements for us."

"Sir, you're welcome, Mr. Ji Bai, can I call you this?" Ran murmured as if he was thinking to himself.

"The name is just a code name, Miss Ran, please do so.

"Thank you, Mr. Ji Bai, for your trust. Please come this way." Ran nodded implicitly, walked in front and led the way with sincerity.

"Ji, let's not spend the night here, okay? It's much better to find the carriage by ourselves than for her to find it for us. Maybe we can save a lot of time." Ke'er pouted, very dissatisfied with Ji Bai's decision.

"She is an Asian cat noble, and her local connections are much higher than those of us who are new here." Ji Bai touched Ke'er's head and explained his thoughts to her.

"Do you just trust her so much? A girl we just met less than half a day ago." Ke'er kicked the stones inside and pouted her mouth so much that it could be hung on an iron hook.

"It's not that I believe in her, but that I believe in you." Ji Bai pointed at Ke'er seriously.

"Uh uh eh?!" Ke'er suddenly turned her face to the side. "Even if Mr. Ji Bai said nice things about me in front of my face, I, I wouldn't be happy. It feels so far-fetched -

"Far-fetched? How far-fetched." Ji Bai shook his head. "I have met many sub-cat people, and they are all good children with a pure heart. They have pure and kind hearts, and are not so pure that they are polluted by this world, which makes me feel ashamed.

"So I am willing to believe in the Yacat Clan, not because of her, but because I have met you and have a preconceived impression of you.

"Mr. Ji Bai said this is a violation_--Ke'er turned his head and didn't dare to look back, half-heartedly acquiescing to the decision.

The mansion is not big, which is understandable.

At the beginning of the restoration of the Yamao Kingdom, all resources were not perfect. At this time, the princes and nobles still enjoyed palaces and villas with luxurious layouts. This country must maintain its

It won't last long before it will perish again. The interior of the mansion is not big, and there are no luxury furnishings inside. The overall layout is simple but not shabby. There is no shortage of daily necessities. The white and flawless walls seem to be carefully wiped by servants every day.

There are several uniquely selected pure white flowers in the vase in front of the window sill. The elegant fragrance spreads to every corner of the room along with the wind outside the window.

Ran took off her pointy shoes in the traditional style of the Asian cat tribe, put on her fěn-nèn's jade feet with her flawless white stockings, and stepped on the clean carpet.

Ke'er also took off his shoes naturally. The traditional customs of the Xiaoya cat tribe have been deeply rooted in his bones since then. Ke'er also has this habit even when he is at home.

Ji Bai and Huo Lei also did so, although Ji Bai didn't want to take off his boots and armor -

-What does it look like for a knight in full armor to be barefoot? No matter how you look at it, it looks awkward.

"-The door frame is a bit low." Huo Lei, who was knocked on the head when he entered, complained softly.

Ran led the three of them up to the second floor, where servants were waiting on both sides.

She led the three of them into a corner and opened the door of one of the rooms.

“The room is not big, so please don’t dislike it.

The room is not spacious, but it is clean and tidy. There is a small purple flower carefully placed in front of the good wood table on the window sill.

After all, it is the residence of princes and nobles. The environment is not bad, at least many times better than hotels outside.

Ji Bai suddenly remembered that when he came to Nolan last time, he also brought a cat with him, and he was a little distracted.

"Thank you, Miss Ran." After saying that, Ji Bai was about to open the door of the last room at the end of the corridor.

"Mr. Ji Bai, please wait. Ran called Ji Bai.

"Is there anything else?" Ji Bai turned around in confusion.

"That room is a utility room and cannot be occupied. Please follow Ran to the third floor.

"Hmm? Really." Ji Bai took two steps back.

Is the utility room located on the second floor?

Although it is strange, the owner said so, so it would be rude to insist on opening it to check.

Are there only two guest rooms on this floor?

"Wait!" Ke'er jumped out and hugged Ji Bai's arm. "I don't see the need anymore. Mr. Ji Bai and I usually sleep together. There's no need to go upstairs."

"Uh eh?!" Ran, who was about to take Ji Bai upstairs, was obviously stunned by the sudden appearance.