Chapter 268 The Lion King’s Heartfelt Confession, The Demon Hunter’s Confusion
The Lion Palace is surrounded by mountains and rivers. It is majestic and has a royal garden. It is said that there are lions roaming in it.
The setting sun casts a glow over the Thames, and the clock towers, palaces and houses on the riverbank are all immersed in a golden glow. Yeats rides on horseback on London Bridge and sees the Lion Palace on the top of the mountain in the distance. , the bell tower is towering, with flags flying, and the top of the tower is like a sword, like a lion with its teeth and claws.
When Yeats arrived, Richard the Lion-Hearted was watching the lions in the garden corridor.
He was alone with no followers, and his figure stretched by the dusk looked tall and lonely. The king invited Yeats to watch with him, and Yeats readily agreed.
The side of the Lionheart King's face was covered with wrinkles, and his blue eyes shone with the kindness of an old man. He said slowly: "The crown of the tourney is the glory that knights dream of, and now you have taken it... Congratulations to you again, Yeats of the Borlandi family. "
Yeats was humble and polite, and expressed his gratitude for the reward: "I am very grateful for your grace."
The Lion-Hearted King nodded slightly.
Humility, loyalty, bravery, and romance are symbols of chivalry. In Richard's opinion, Yeats possessed exactly these precious qualities.
Besides, Yeats was still young.
Vibrant young people always impress the elderly.
Lionheart particularly admired Yeats because he saw his own reflection in him.
"Do you like lions?" Richard suddenly asked.
Yeats was startled. He was summoned by the king this time. He thought it was something big, but it suddenly happened.
But he also knew that before getting to the point, he had to proceed step by step.
Yeats thought for a moment and said: "I can't say I like it, but I'm a little interested...I heard that they are social animals."
Richard nodded slightly, his eyes were soft, and he started talking:
"A lion pride usually consists of more than ten female lions and one male lion...The male lion is responsible for defending the territory and producing offspring, and how long it can be the lion king depends on when it ages and when it is taken over by an outside male lion. Replace. "
The breeze ruffled the old man's beard. There was no loss in his eyes, but an inexplicable yearning, as if he heard the wind on the grassland.
"The bard said that male lions are born wanderers - young male lions will be forced to become independent and driven away by the lions, mature male lions are always looking for challenges, and defeated old lions The lion wanders alone..." Lionheart King concluded:
"Lions are cruel, and no matter when they are crowned, the lion king is always lonely."
Yeats was silent for a moment and said:
"I heard that old horses know the road better. They can even travel thousands of miles a day, because they are more experienced and have greater ambitions... The poet once said that when a hero reaches his twilight years, his ambitions still remain."
The Lionheart King looked back, slightly embarrassed. He glanced at Yeats in surprise.
His eyes changed slightly, as if he was relieved.
Immediately, the king reached out and patted Yeats on the shoulder, showed a smile, and changed the subject lightly, saying:
"I mentioned to you before, if you encounter any difficulties in practicing the Lion Slash, you can Please tell me...how is your progress?"
"Your Majesty, I have mastered this combat skill, and I just need to practice hard, so you don't have to worry about it," Yeats said with a smile.
The Lion-Hearted King was startled and hesitated to speak.
After a while, he cleared his throat and said: "The progress is gratifying...cough!"
"This visit to you is actually about Colin's wedding banquet. I plan to discuss it with you." The Lionheart King said with a straight face.
Yeats's heart moved, and he guessed correctly. Now that the martial arts tournament has come to an end, both the royal family and the blood clan are planning to take action at the wedding banquet.
"Is there anything I can do for you?" Yeats volunteered.
Ordinarily, the champion of the duel conference only has the reward of 'Slaying the Lion', but the Lionheart King not only awarded Yeats a medal, but also gave Yeats the weapons of his youth. Yeats also repaid kindness with kindness. , intending to do his best.
“You once mentioned to me that you suspected that Lord Blood Spider’s true identity is the wife of the Duke of Suffolk, but you have no conclusive evidence.” King Lionheart said:
"On the day of the wedding banquet, the Duchess will also attend. I will test her at the wedding banquet. And I need you to sneak into the Duke of Suffolk's manor during Colin's wedding banquet to find tangible evidence."
< br>"The Duchess may be Lord Blood Spider. Only you and I know about this matter, so I can only entrust you with the investigation." The Lionheart King paused and said in a broad voice, "This is a difficult task. There are many risks, and if you encounter risks while infiltrating, your own life will be the most important thing.”
Risks and benefits coexist, just as Yeats expected, the Lionheart King began to promise rewards——< br>
“After the vampires are eradicated, I will take you to [Avalon].”
“The lake water of Avalon has the effect of washing the body. For you, soaking in Avalon Long’s lake is an important opportunity to achieve the Five Rings! ”
Lionheart's eyes flickered, hesitating for a moment before revealing his true feelings.
"When you achieve the fifth ring, you will have the capital to be crowned a duke. Yeats... you are still very young and have enough bravery and wisdom. As long as you are strong enough, I can guarantee that you will be crowned a duke. He even became the Grand Duke of the Northern Province, whose status was second only to the king!”
The fierce spirit came to him, and Yeats even worried that the Lion-Hearted King was testing him, but in the dusk-soaked Lion Forest! , Richard was already trying his best to restrain himself, but the majesty he showed was still as majestic as a lion king.
Yeats lowered his head and said:
“I have little talent and little knowledge, and I am too young to dare to have the slightest idea of arrogance...”
"Young? Hey, being young is not a reason to hinder your progress, being weak is." Lionheart King asserted coldly.
Yeats raised his head and looked at the majestic Lionheart King, his eyes twinkling.
Your Majesty, I want to make progress so much!
The so-called [Grand Duke of the Northern Province] means that the territory reaches the scope of the Grand Duchy and the status is higher than that of a duke. This honor was once obtained by Yeats's ancestors.
The Golden Lion only has three major territories: the northern province, the central province, and the southern province. The pie drawn by the Lion Heart King is not a small one, but he also has his own considerations.
Thomas's castle was extremely deep and difficult to control; Alba's religious fanaticism hindered the royal power; among the many nobles in the northern provinces, only Yeats, who had independent factions and outstanding abilities, was qualified to enter the eyes of the Lionheart and become the king. An ally left to the princess.
In troubled times, it is very common for a new political star to rise to prominence. Yeats benefited from this by standing beside the dying king.
"In short, I need you to sneak into the Duke of Suffolk's manor. It would be better if you could find the real Duke of Suffolk." Richard smiled slightly, "When it is done, we will judge the merits. Reward, I will never treat you badly!"
Yeats couldn't help but feel a sense of expectation in his heart.
Not only is he eager to become the fifth ring, he has long been curious about the famous [Avalon].
Taking this opportunity to get a glimpse of Avalon is a worthwhile trip to the capital.
"Your Majesty, I have another question." Yeats frowned slightly, "I believe you already know about the relationship between Knight Colin and the Duchess?"
" Colin...he is an extremely simple person. Why are simple people always easily bewitched by women?" Richard shook his head, "I have my own conclusion about him, so you don't need to pay attention to it."< br>
Yeats guessed that the Duchess was using Colin, and the wily Richard was using Colin to make a fuss.
The dignified Sixth Ring Master is still unable to control himself.
Perhaps, only by becoming a god can we achieve transcendence.
After accepting the task of secret investigation by the king, Yeats left the palace and walked on London Bridge in the night, thinking about how to sneak into White Oak Manor safely. "If Herod was here, he would definitely say that if all the enemies are eliminated, it will be considered as a safe infiltration." Yeats secretly thought.
A few days ago, Hillud had communicated with Yeats using the word "Blessing and Telepathy", saying that he had followed the traces of the unknown old man and came to the academy of the Wolf School of Demon Hunters.
The Academy of Wolf School naturally did not take kindly to the murderous uninvited guest of Sirud. As a result, Sirud used a huge sword to teach all the demon hunters a good lesson.
In the end, Herod won the right to explore the jungle, and gained the qualification to stay at the Wild Hunt Altar deep in the jungle to practice.
Hilud is, after all, the Valkyrie in the original work, and her combat performance is extremely reliable. When she returns, she will become an important support.
“The soft rice still tastes delicious.” Yeats sighed secretly.
The lonely moon hung high, and most of the rows of buildings in Lundu City had spires. On top of the rows of roofs, Yeats suddenly saw a black shadow passing quickly, and thick blood suddenly floated in the air!
Yeats was wary of Dasheng, his eyes lit up with the light of eagle eye.
It was actually a blood-winged flying python. The python-like body was covered with black and red lines, glowing under the moonlight. Its skin is not as smooth as a snake, but has symmetrical bone spurs, and a pair of bright red blood wings spread out from its back, gliding in mid-air!
The Bloodwing Flying Python, a winged snake monster with cruel temperament and fire poison, has a notorious reputation in the southern continent. Even the manticore can only become its meal.
Drilling his teeth and calling the good guy: "You still come to deliver food so late. There are still many kind-hearted people in this world!"
Yeats: "..."
Zhuan Ya is right, tonight’s supper is in order!
If something went wrong, there must be a monster. Yeats stared and saw the blood-winged flying python fleeing quickly with a streak of blood.
This is a four-ring spell used for escape in the blood school, scarlet escape. Although the escape effect is not as good as the 'five-ring spell·scarlet blood pool', it is also difficult to be trapped.
Behind the blood-winged flying python, there were three figures moving quickly on the eaves, all burning with fighting spirit, with the white-haired man taking the lead.
Yeats felt vaguely that this figure looked familiar, and couldn't help but be stunned.
Isn’t this Jero?
Jero also noticed Yeats. During his dazed moment, the blood-winged flying python's speed surged, and it was about to run away.
"Earl Yeats, please help! We can't let the vampires escape!" Jero shouted.
This blood-winged flying python has an extremely thick and long body. It spreads its blood wings under the moonlight and flies in the air, giving people a weird and terrifying feeling, exuding a king-level aura.
Yeats made a prompt decision, mobilized the space bag, and clenched the mad lion halberd in his palm!
The Mad Lion Halberd made of gold shone coldly in the moonlight.
Yeats poured his moonlight fighting energy into it, and instantly, silver fighting flames ignited.
With the movement of his halberd, Yeats stepped on the ground and leaped up, striking out with an unparalleled slash!
Combat Skill·Fierce Lion Slash!
In the dead night streets, the roar of a lion seemed to be heard. The residual power of the battle skills condensed a ferocious lion behind Yeats, roaring and flying, its sharp claws slashed through the blood-winged flying python!
Zheng!
There was a flash of cold light, and the halberd fell.
Jero and the other two stopped in their tracks, with alarm in their eyes.
Just one blow.
The blood-winged flying python has been chopped into two pieces.
Together with the vampire it carried, his soul was gone and nothing existed!
The Blood-Winged Flying Python had just caused a lot of trouble to the three of them, but it couldn't make any waves in front of the combat skills displayed by Count Yeats.
Such violent and ferocious combat skills are like the Lion King slapping a hyena to death!
The three demon hunters looked moved.
The streets were dead silent again, except for the muffled sound of the blood-winged flying python that was split into two parts falling to the ground.
Far away.
On the top floor of the bell tower at night, the cold wind was blowing. The man wearing an iron mask stood there, and suddenly felt a bit cold in the night wind.
The Man in the Iron Mask, who wanted to help, watched his companions fall at an incredible speed, and did not dare to stay here. He rolled up his cloak and immediately disappeared into the depths of the night.
Under the moonlight, Yeats glanced at the place where the breath disappeared, thoughtfully.
"It seems that the true identity of the Duke of Suffolk will be revealed soon." Yeats thought to himself.
On the other side.
The ones who were chasing the vampires were none other than the trio of demon hunters who had previously discussed using the vampire bounty orders in exchange for money.
The three of Jero and Luo exchanged glances and discussed secretly.
"Am I right? That move just now seemed to be... Fierce Lion Slash?!" Eva said dumbly.
"It has only been a few days since Count Yeats got the Lion's Slash...and he has learned it so quickly?" Roger couldn't believe it.
Jero coughed hard, jumped off the roof, stepped forward to greet Yeats, who was holding a lion halberd:
"Thank you for your help, Count Yeats. I didn't expect to meet here. We are so destined..."
After talking, Yeats learned that the three of Jero and Luo are currently staying in Lundu City, starting to work together. His old job is to hunt vampires in exchange for bounties.
Gerro concealed his desire to ask Yeats about the King of the Wild Hunt... Even an old man like Jerro would feel embarrassed to find out someone's details with help.
Glancing at the halberd held by Yeats, a trace of envy flashed in Jero's eyes, but he quickly calmed down.
The halberd is made of priceless gold. It is really a good treasure for cash-strapped demon hunters!
Yeats saw this and smiled without saying anything. It feels comfortable to talk to Jero. A true villain is always easier to get along with than a hypocrite.
Jero, Eva, and Roger come from the wolf, snake, and squirrel schools of witchers respectively. They can be called the "three schools of witchers". They also have many scenes in the original work, and they make friends with them. It's also a good thing.
Yeats invited: "It is a righteous act for the three of you to hunt the Vampires. It is getting late, so why not go to my manor to rest for a night, and I will cook for you three myself."
Roger's eyes were moved. He didn't expect the count to be so courteous and corporal, waving his hands repeatedly: "How embarrassing is this!"
Eva bit her lip, her eyes were a little drawn, thinking, rich and talented , and even a handsome earl, which is so rare!
Jero grabbed Roger's shoulders, trying not to take advantage of the bastard. He grinned and said:
"Thank you, Lord Earl! If you ask me, what's for dinner? I'm a very picky eater. "
Yeats pointed at the blood-winged flying python that was broken into two parts and smiled silently.
Three people: ┌(.Д.)┐
This thing...can also be eaten? !
(End of this chapter)