The Amber Sword

But this can only be called suspicion, and still no evidence, since Mangrove Ken ventured here, there must be real evidence. Brando thought so and continued to ask, "What then?"

"Then a week ago, the Cruz envoy arrived in Eruin," Veronica replied.

"What do you mean?" Brando frowned. The news was not news. A Cruz chief and a heir to the throne were inexplicably missing during the big bang. All envoys should be sent to investigate. It would be strange if they did not investigate. He didn't know why Veronica would use this to make a fuss, and couldn't help but look at each other suspiciously.

"On the surface," Mangrove lowered his pipe at this time, and slowly replied, "but the problem is that there is an extra person in this mission."

"Excess people?"

"The man was called Downers Bernie, her Majesty's emissary, and we knew before he left the empire that he had come to Eruin to confirm the death of the eldest son of the emperor."

Brando seemed suddenly stunned, that is to say, someone really wanted to confirm that the eldest son of the emperor was dead, and that this person was most likely the silver queen, because Viscount Bernie was one of her confidants. But he was still a little cautious, and there was no trivial matter about his throne, especially for an empire. He looked at the two people in front of him, thought carefully before and after, and asked: "The presence of this person is not stand alone. It can only explain one aspect of the problem, after all, the succession of the throne is not a trivial matter for the empire, and it is reasonable to send someone to confirm the death of the heir. "

Veronica glanced at Mangrove and replied, "That's true, but we still have a witness."

"Who?" Brando froze slightly, thinking that the two wouldn't have kidnapped the people in the mission to his territory. This is too bold for some. However, the head of the female legion did not expect to ask, "Brando, do you remember the Lizardman Swordmaster you met in the Spiral Hall?"

"Well," Brando called the name at a sip, and his life and death experience was too impressed for him: "I know this person."

"Do you know it?" Veronica was surprised.

Brando nodded: "There aren't many alien swordmasters. Besides, I have some friendship with Greyfin Naga. Naturally, they are no stranger to some of their deadly situations. This person is from a red ring lizard. Man happens to be a servant race of Deep Scale Naga, so I know it. In his youth, he was the most famous warrior among red-ringed lizards, and has been a swordsman for decades. "

"It's now locked underground in this hostel."

"What!" Brando was about to jump up again. He thought the guy had fled back to the sea of ​​flashes after the explosion, and unexpectedly became Veronica's captive. But he suddenly reacted to something and couldn't help but blurt out and said, "Did you say ..."

Veronica fanned the smoke in front of her with her hand, and replied: "Brando, you must not know, Deepscale Naga has aligned with Her Majesty."

"So ...?" A bold idea was forming in Brando's heart.

The head of the female legion did not answer. I just nodded my head affirmatively. For his subordinates, discussing these issues was a treason in itself. If they wanted to say that in person, it would be almost the same as rebellion in their feelings. But that was enough, everything was logical in Brando's mind, and it turned out that the silver queen was sent to assassinate the eldest son Linariet.

He couldn't help but be a little funny, he thought the other party was aimed at himself. But now it is indeed full of loopholes, Deepscale Naga looking for a land ally. How could it be possible to choose Anlek like a bereavement dog? He instinctively thought that Greyfin Naga was allied with himself, so their deadly opponents would naturally find a deadly opponent, but he suddenly realized that his eyes were too limited to Eru Because of one place, the reality is that Deep Scale Naga simply looked down on Enlek. What they need is a strategic ally who can support them on land, not a troublesome opponent for Brando.

In this way, the Cruz is indeed the best choice, and if the silver queen does have the ambition to unify Vond, she also needs a partner in the ocean.

Besides.出现 Appeared in the Spiral Hall at that time, his first reaction was that the other party came to assassinate himself, but now there are some problems when he wants to come. If Deepscale Naga wants to deal with herself, then the best choice should be Tonigel. Because Tonigel is near the sea, although it is said to be his base camp, the so-called master in this base camp is actually only his teacher, Mephiste, and Deep Scale Naga chose to die inland. Frost Forest started, not to mention how inconvenient it was to arrange an assassination plan for the sea lizards and Naga family. It must be known that at the time, Brando had Veronica, Mephiste, and Aloz. Master, these three are all known to the outside world, Shen Lin Naga will not have any news at all.

So 晌 appeared there only for other purposes.

What's the purpose?

Of course, it is impossible to help Anlek, and Deepscale Naga is not a charity. Qian Lijun supports the resistance organization in Eruin. You must know that this resistance organization is still related to the return of all things. But if Deepscale Naga has allied with the Silver Queen, it makes sense. The target of Tatar can only be aimed at the eldest son of the Cruzs.

It was further concluded that this unlucky Lizardman Swordmaster was most likely caught by Veronica when he attacked the eldest son of the Emperor. Veronica in history is naturally not a sloppy opponent, but after the First World War, the strength of the female legionnaire's strength has grown extremely fast, and she has far surpassed her in the same period in "Sword of Amber".晌 Holding the old yellow calendar, she thought she was foolproof, and she was caught by surprise, and it was normal for him to be caught.

Between a few breaths, Brando came to this full set of conclusions. Since Veronica is so sure, that means that I must have recruited everything. After all, it is not a Cruzian dead, and it is unlikely to die. Not biting.

Brando crossed his hands. For the first time, think hard about whether to agree with Veronica's request.

He could have helped Veronica hide the news of their arrival in Tonigull, because as he said, it was just a hand, but this time, he had to think carefully. It is an extremely dangerous thing to involve in the battle for the throne of an empire. For the supreme power, the nobles could do everything, that is to say, his decision might put the newborn Tonigel into danger again. Brando did not want to see Cruz spies appear on the streets of Fir City. Alley.

On the other hand, this is indeed an opportunity.

Even if the eldest son's news in Tonigel is leaked, it is likely to anger Her Majesty. But in fact, what if it is not annoyed, if the Silver Queen is interested in expansion, then Eruin, who is close to the Cruz Empire, bears the brunt, that is, in fact, he does not annoy the other party. They must first face the fury of the thunder from the empire, but if they use this to draw Cruz ’s military and even some of the world ’s forces, then the Empress will sacrifice themselves, and it may not be possible to split the Cruz empire and cause civil war.

If that was the case, it would be too exciting, and Brando would laugh out loud.

Moreover, there is still the Yan Temple, although under the pressure of the Dragons. But when there is oppression, there is resistance, like Vara holds the existence of supreme power. How could he be willing to be ridden on his head all the time, the Queen ruled the Cruz Empire for 40 years, and he swallowed for 40 years, seeing that he was about to be liberated, and now the Dragons came to cross the bar again, which is simply tolerable. Intolerable. Brando felt that he could not bear to be in the position of Vala. Although Vala was known as wise, the clay figurine was also three-pointed. If the temple was also an impulse, the civil war in the Cruz Empire would have been seven. I'm sure.

Brando was silent for a while. After scrutinizing the details inside, he was not good at these intrigues and tricks, so he considered it very slowly. But Veronica and Mangrove seemed to be in no hurry. Veronica sat down and took a teacup, took a sip, and the latter finally filled the shredded tobacco, lit the match and caught the fire, took a deep breath , Narrowed his eyes and seemed to enjoy it.

The room was a little quiet for a while, and Antitina was staring closely at the two people sitting opposite her lord. She seemed to have heard an extremely ridiculous story, but this story has now involved all of them, so significant. It was decided that she had no room to speak at all, in fact she did not dare to speak, and could only wait silently for Brando to make a decision.

Brando finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Apart from keeping Prince Rainerette in Tonigel, what are you going to do?" He asked a question like this.

This already represents a loosening of attitude. Veronica lowered her tea cup, exhaled softly, and replied, "Not only His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, but Shiduo and the Folding Sword Knights must remain here, otherwise There are so many words, and it is inevitable that the news will not be leaked back. Although they are all students I can trust, this is too big a matter, and I don't need to let these young people take responsibility. "

"Are you going back to the Empire?" Brando heard a hint.

Veronica nodded: "If Shiduo can't go back, I will go back to the empire alone, because the negligence killed the first heir of the empire and caused the entire Folding Knights to fall, I will definitely take responsibility . But the problem should be small. The heirs to the throne should make all the unexpected preparations themselves. This is not without precedent in the history of the empire. My responsibility will only be one of misconduct and not arbitrarily. The anger is aggravated, otherwise, no one in the future empire will dare to do anything, and everyone knows the truth-the more you do, the more mistakes you make. "

She glanced at Mangrove: "The three families of the northern nobles have passed, and the military will do their best to protect me. I think I may be demoted, but retain the title. Her Majesty needs a trusted leader, this is also We're part of the deal with her, but as long as Linaret is alive, everything will have a chance in the future. "

Brando took a pity to look at Veronica. This female legionnaire was an outstanding legionnaire in the history of the empire. It would be a pity if she was left idle because of the internal transaction of the replacement of the throne. But this is a good thing for Eruin, not to mention that there is still a very small hope in his mind: Everyone can see that the commander of the legion and his teacher Mephiste may have some wrongdoing. A well-known story, if, he is saying that if the future silver queen stirs up the storm in the empire, and Veronica is kept idle, maybe Eruin will have an outstanding duchess in the future. .

Although Veronica would certainly not be willing to fight the Cruzs. But is Eruin not only Cruz's opponent, but also Madara? Veronica and Freya had a master and apprenticeship for a period of time. Of course, it was during the best period of relations between the two countries, and if in this history, the two can be re-established This relationship. And two female gods of war, one old, one young, appeared on the battlefield against Madara at the same time.

Brando could feel it.

But he still said, "But haven't the two considered a problem. If the situation is not as you expected, if the eldest son of the emperor fails to return to the empire, her emperor has appointed another heir?" Speaking slowly behind the smoke screen covered by clouds and mist, it seemed mysterious. Veronica and Mangrove exchanged a look, and from their looks, it can be seen that the commanders of the two empires did not consider this issue, but the answer they gave was:

Still have to gamble.

"His Royal Highness agrees?"

Veronica nodded slowly. Brando understood. It should be that the oral evidence of the Lizardman Swordmaster gave them great confidence. Indeed, the red-ringed lizardman has always had nothing to do with the Cruz, and the spheres of influence of the two sides are not intertwined. It is not necessary to defile an empire. Her Majesty.

Brando lowered his eyelids and groaned for a moment, then he raised his head again, as if determined to say, "Discuss the details."

The head of the women's legion was surprised. She certainly knew how rare it was for Brando to make this decision, which had nothing to do with him. This young man's decision is likely to be based on their relationship. This made her feel ashamed and moved. Since the ring of trade winds, it seems that this young man has been helping her. As an elder, she has been giving trouble to each other. Thinking of this, Veronica looked at Brando with a lot of affection, some like a real elder looking at the juniors in her family.

She sighed, a little ashamed, but didn't know that the whole thing was completely different from what she thought. Before she wants to come. No matter how the situation changes, a brilliant person like Brando always gets a noble status. Even if he plays for the empire in the future, his status may be higher than today. In the eyes of a noble like her, royal power is separate from the power of local nobles. The fate of Eruin is only the fate of the Eruin royal family, and the rise and fall of Eruin has nothing to do with the nobility of places like Brando. .

The fact is the same.

But Veronica never dreamed of it. Brando's Eruin kingdom was based on the concept of nation. The Earl's consideration was based on the interests of the entire Eruin, so he agreed to this request. In fact, It is a good and harmless obstacle to Tonigel's interests, but it is a more favorable choice for the whole kingdom. From an outsider's point of view, Brando was a big loss, but Brando himself felt that he was making a lot of money.

Brando certainly noticed Veronica's change of attitude at this time, and he was also a little surprised why the female legion leader was suddenly moved like this, but it was indeed a good opportunity for him. Although it has been determined to provide political asylum for Prince Lenaret, there are too many details worth scrutinizing, and he must fight for the best compensation for himself.

"I have a request," he said. "It is natural that the Knights of Folding Swords remain in Tonigel, but the problem is that this is a Knights, all young and vigorous young people, and There are a large number of people. If they are left unattended, they will sooner or later become a hidden danger. Besides, Tonigel is not their hometown after all. Let these young people hide their names a thousand miles away from their hometown because of reasons unrelated to their own vital interests. This is, in any case, more difficult for some strong men. "

He looked at Veronica and interrupted the other party before he said: "I understand, Ms. Corps, you want to say that they are soldiers, and soldiers are bound to obey orders. But soldiers are human, not to mention they are now It takes only a while to get out of the military uniform, and you will forget order and glory. Without glory, they will be nothing. "

Veronica couldn't help but shut her mouth after listening to these words, and had to say that Brando was very reasonable, she did take it for granted. Mangrove also nodded, his military career was longer, and he understood the truth of what the young man was saying. He put down his pipe and replied, "Mr. Count is right, so what do you think it should be How about solving this problem? "

"I hope they can take off Cruz's uniform and participate in my army. As long as they remain in the land of Eruin for one day, they should swear allegiance to me and to Prince Rainer." Lando replied: "Eruin is going through a upheaval. There is a world for these young people to fist. Besides, the army is a huge collective. Even if such a group is integrated into this collective, it is difficult for the outside world to It is known that this can also minimize the risk of leakage of information. On the contrary, the presence of hundreds of people in any other place may attract the attention of interested people. "

"The most important thing is that these young people will get the opportunity to exercise on this land, to ensure that when they return to Cruz in the future, you will be a group of experienced generals, not a group of young people full of resentment and nothing. One day Prince Rainarette returned to the empire, and the young men who swore loyalty to him would become his left and right arms. "Brando stopped his brief speech and watched the reaction of the two legionnaires before him.

Mangrove was nodding, but Brando was very suspicious that his last words had touched the old soldier, and Veronica hesitated for a moment, and then she said to him seriously: "But you have to ask I guarantee that you must protect them, and each of them is my beloved student. "

"Just like I protect Freya," Brando replied, "they are Freya's comrades-in-arms, and my comrade-in-arms."

Veronica nodded with satisfaction.

"You are a good lobbyist, you can consider politics. Dealing with our soldiers, you are wronged." Mangrove finally concluded, he bit his pipe and took a sip of smoke.

Brando had a ecstasy in his mind, and now he has a golden rank of officers, and the Cruze ’s most outstanding star officer in the future, is now his men. Not to mention whether the future empire will fall into civil war, just such a harvest will be enough to make him wake up from his dream.

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