Blue Sword

The conversation in the chapel did not last long.

In other words, after realizing that Theodora had become a demigod, the outcome of this conversation was actually doomed.

As Appiris thought, the historic mission of all political forces in Cyris, whether it is Olympia or the Orthodox Church, is to regain Constantinople, and everything else must be put aside. stand.

In the face of a formidable enemy, we must not initiate unwarranted divisions internally.

However, due to the past coup, Theodora and Zoe were already incompatible with each other, forcing Appilios and the Orthodox Church to choose one of the two.

If they choose Zoe, then the Cangqing Sword will inevitably fall out. Considering them and the intricate connections and strength behind them, this crusade can end early.

So I can only choose Theodora, it's that simple.

Silla came out of the chapel and waved to Ask, who was still chatting.

"Done, Sheila?" Asik asked.

"Done." Sheila nodded, "By the way, I will resume my identity as Theodora next."

"Okay." Asik smiled.

Captain Alvin next to him opened his mouth silently. He originally thought Asker was His Majesty Theodora's entourage (after all, he followed him the whole time when he came in), but listening to the familiar tone of their conversation, it seemed that they were closer to some kind of equal relationship.

Live with His Majesty as an equal... Thinking of this, an incredible guess suddenly popped into my mind.

After gaining the support of the Orthodox Church, Theodora's seizure of power was no longer in doubt. The last thing to do now was to go to her sister for a showdown.

As for her sister who is still kept in the dark, she should still be in the royal palace in Olympia City, dreaming of the dream of regaining her country.

Walking on the way to the palace, Theodora couldn't restrain her excitement and couldn't help but walk fast.

"I can't believe it." She looked at the pedestrians on the roadside and said with emotion, "Ask, what you said is actually true."

"What's true?" Ask asked curiously.

"The 'other path' you mentioned at the beginning." Theodora turned around, looked at him and smiled, "Become a mercenary, gain enough strength to change the world, and then... change the world."

"I didn't expect you still remember." Asker was also a little bit sad. This was the excuse he used to kidnap the little queen on the eve of the fall of Constantinople, that is, to become a demigod and then restore the country alone - in fact, he did not I didn't seriously evaluate the feasibility, I just said it casually.

"Of course." Theodora nodded, "Why else would I choose to go with you in the first place? Just because of your clever mouth?"

"Did I give you such a bad impression at first?" Ask asked in surprise.

"Yes, very bad." Theodora smiled and said, "The eloquence is very good, but it always makes people feel unreliable, let alone trying to recruit me, the queen, to be a mercenary. I really wanted to Know what's going on in your head."

"Then it turns out that what I said is quite reliable, Your Majesty." Ask replied.

"Indeed." Theodora nodded, "It seems I should give you a reward."

"award?"

Theodora didn't answer, but suddenly took his hand.

Her right hand was soft and warm, with a wonderful touch that could make people intoxicated. Ask subconsciously wanted to let go, but Theodora held his left hand firmly with a bright smile.

"Relax, my co-emperor, the next step is to defeat the first enemy of our empire."

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Theodora stepped into the palace, holding Aske's hand all the way, regardless of the shocked crowd around her.

Those who can stay in this palace are basically the waiters, guards or bureaucrats of Appilios or Zoe, and of course they know His Majesty Theodora.

At this time, everyone almost dropped their eyes when they saw the former emperor holding the hand of a strange man affectionately and walking forward menacingly.

Seeing His Majesty Theodora rushing towards Zoe's position, several guards brought by Zoe stepped forward to stop him:

"Your Majesty, please..."

"Get out!" Following Theodora's scolding, these guards were immediately thrown to the walls on both sides by the airflow. They were completely unable to escape at all. They could only wave their limbs in vain and struggle, like fish being pinned to the chopping board.

In the hall of the palace, Zoe was still talking endlessly, while Appilios listened with a smile, unable to find a chance to speak at all.

"I hope that after returning to Constantinople, at least the purple tapestry of the Golden Consul Palace can be kept by those barbaric Seljuqs." Zoe said with a certain arrogant and victorious air, " And our bedroom and back garden..."

When she mentioned the word "we", she suddenly paused, as if she finally remembered that she had a sister, and then her face turned cold:

"I just don't know where Theodora went and whether she is alive or dead now."

"Then do you want her to be alive or dead?" Appilios said suddenly.

"Oh, Grandpa, what does this have to do with how I hope?" Zoe was keenly aware of her grandfather's probing meaning and said coldly, "What if she is not dead, but marries a rude mercenary and does this every day? Doing the menial job of washing clothes and washing dishes, I think it would be better to be stuck in the original Constantinople."

"But I'm just the opposite, stupid sister." The door was suddenly blown open by the storm, and Theodora rushed in with great aura, "No matter what fate you end up in, I hope you can live well - live to see it. How I regained the Eastern Solomon Empire that my father left behind and made it prosperous."

"Theodora!" Zoe stood up with a frosty face, and instantly understood the whole story.

Theodora's sudden appearance is definitely related to his grandfather, Appilios!

"Is this your sister?" Seeing the tension between the two sisters as soon as they met, banker Michael quickly changed the subject and interrupted.

"Is this your sister?" Ask looked at the "tea art version" Theodora with clever makeup in front of him, and frowned in surprise.

"What's wrong?" Theodora sneered, "are you disappointed to see me alive?"

"If you hadn't married a rude mercenary, I wouldn't mind recognizing you as my sister." Zoe stared at her hand holding Asker in disgust.

"This is Aske Lepios Achilles." Theodora said with an arrogant smile, "He is the active heir of the Achilles family in the imperial capital... Yes, sister, it is that pedigree. An equally noble and extraordinary family from the East. By the way, who is this person next to you?"

"My lord, Michael Paphlagnia." The fat banker quickly stood up and bent down, "Nice to meet you, Your Majesty Theodora."

Zoe's face immediately felt as cold as ice, because her "husband" obviously made three mistakes from the beginning:

First, the posture and attitude are too humble. He was obviously her husband, the real queen, and was not inferior to her in terms of status, but he still subconsciously treated her with the flattering attitude of the business world.

Secondly, Theodora has abdicated and should be addressed as His Highness rather than His Majesty.

Third, slurred speech and stuttering.

Of course, the most important thing is his appearance. This fat husband of his is indeed not as handsome as the young man Theodora is leading - even better-looking than the pretty boys Zoe kept. He has a certain uniqueness. Charm.

Therefore, Zoe was greatly embarrassed and completely outclassed in front of Theodora.