Chapter 290: Sealing, the Princess’s Decision
Back in Lundu, it was already dusk.
Richard the Lionheart ordered Yeats to return to the manor temporarily and wait until nightfall tomorrow before attending the dinner.
It is autumn, and the fallen maple leaves on the street are covered with fiery red carpets. Wine barrels are stacked at the door of the tavern, golden bread is displayed in glass cabinets, and the hot aroma wafts from the bakery.
Citizens wearing linen shirts or dresses looked up at Yeats, who was wearing silver armor on horseback. They looked at him with either fear or awe, and retreated to both sides of the road.
"Lundu seems to be more lively these days."
Yeats looked at Gray, who was riding a white horse beside him.
"Because autumn is here, and people are always more active in this harvest season."
Gray said matter-of-factly.
“Speaking of which, in the old era there were Dionysus and Lupercalia in autumn.” Yeats said, “But these two gods have died. Now in autumn everyone usually worships the god of fertility and grain... This is also a goddess with great power.”
Gray complained: "Why are there so many women among the main gods?"
Yeats was silent, thinking that maybe because "Phantom Wings" is a two-dimensional game, female characters are more popular.
Silver Birch Manor.
The maid applied olive oil and balm to Yeats, applied a hot cloth, then bathed in hot water and changed into new clothes.
The scent of lavender incense was rising, Yeats closed his eyes to rest and let the barber trim his hair.
In the past, in Morning Frost Ridge, work such as haircutting for the lord was done by Lisa, the vampire barber.
It has been two months since I left the territory.
Yeats guessed that when he officially returned to Chenshuang Ridge, he might bring some amazing good news.
Created Duke.
The title of Duke means a strong claim that Yeats can expand territory and establish a principality in the northern provinces.
Due to the special geographical location, once Yeats becomes a duke, he will have the same privileges as a border prince. He can use "reinforcement of border defenses" as an excuse to apply to the royal family for a tax reduction, thereby accumulating more resources and wealth.
In just one year, he rose from an unknown little baron to a duke defending the border. This is an incredible feat.
However, Yeats knew in his heart that he sided with the royal family and made great contributions in the blood clan incident. With this contribution, it was more than enough to be crowned a duke!
Of course, the Lionheart King is only qualified to grant titles. If he wants the territory, Yeats has to get it himself.
Yeats deduced that with the checks and balances of this monarch, White Night City would probably be placed under the territory of the "Morning Frost Ridge Principality", which would then cause a dispute between Thomas and himself to restrict each other.
However, Yeats had longed for Baiye City for a long time.
If you can get the White Night City, you will have the advantage of having the Great Wall as a border guard.
There are no nobles in the entire northern province who can compete with Chenshuang Ridge!
The Duke is already at the top of power in the mortal world, and the only thing above him is the king.
To be honest, Yeats had no idea about becoming a king.
After all, the power of the king under the feudal system in the Middle Ages was simply incomparable to the power of the emperor under the highly centralized state of the East.
In history, there were several kings who were so depressed that they could only maintain their dignity by traveling to their vassals to catch the autumn breeze. This is precisely because their responsibilities are too great and the territory directly under their jurisdiction is too small. Compared with the princes and dukes who own large territories, they have an embarrassing situation of "the master is weak and the servant is strong".
As long as we can occupy the two natural and dangerous geographical advantages of the Great Wall and the Jueling Mountains in the northern province, the future "Morning Frost Ridge Principality" will be like a country within a country.
Duke of the Frontier, this is much easier than being the king yourself.
Of course, any insightful monarch will not sit back and watch the power of the border dukes grow, and will try every means to "cut down the vassal".
In this regard, Yeats could only have a strong voice by becoming a master of the Sixth Ring.
Secondly, a new pattern of the world is coming. As Candela breaks through the holy realm, humans, elves, orcs... strong men from the holy realm will emerge from all races, and the monarchs and princes will temporarily put aside their conflicts and unite. foreign.
In this "world of great contention", only by keeping up with the version and attacking the holy realm can we avoid becoming a stepping stone for others.
“According to the plot, Lionheart is not going to die soon... He has used the water of Lake Avalon many times to heal his injuries. He has already been forced to live forcibly, and his master-level potion skills can't save him... ..."
Yeats frowned, lost in thought.
"After the princess succeeds to the throne, Duke Vic and Duke Lannister will raise armies again. On the pretext of supporting the nephew of the Lionheart King, they will come to London to investigate the crime and start a battle on the banks of the Thames... This is the rose in the plot. War."
"If the Golden Lion falls into civil war, it will leave opportunities for the Holy See to infiltrate. This is really not good for me. Supporting the princess and ending the civil war is the best plan for me. "
"But...how can we make Duke Vic and Duke Lannister give up?"
In the study, the candlelight flickered, and Yeats tapped his fingers gently on the desk, slowly speaking. He wrote the word "take advantage of the opportunity" on the parchment and said to himself:
"If Teacher Candela becomes a saint, as a student of the first saint in the world, the two families will have to give me some face!"
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Lion Palace.
Richard the Lionheart sat on the bed in his palace, with a bloody bandage wrapped around his abdomen.
The noble lady who still had charm slowly removed the bandage gently and saw a bloody wound.
The Lion-Hearted King hissed, gritted his teeth and said, "Apply the medicine."
The noble lady looked distressed and said softly: "I will be gentler..."
The noble lady was about forty years old. She was the court musician of the Lion Palace and the lover of the Lionheart King. After Lionheart's ex-wife was sentenced for adultery, he did not remarry, but just let the musician stay with him.
Medieval marriage advocated monogamy, but the mistress culture became popular, and a position [royal mistress] was derived. Royal mistresses were publicly recognized by the king and held noble titles, and sometimes performed chores in the king's name.
Feeling a burning sting from the wound, the Lionheart King grunted, closed his eyes tightly, and said hoarsely:
"Have you finished the celebration dinner?"
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"It's ready. Several dukes will be here." The musician paused and hesitated: "But Your Majesty, your injury is so serious, why don't you postpone the dinner for a few more days?"
"Postponed?" Lionheart smiled tiredly, "Stand back and let Colin come see me."
The musician hesitated to speak, picked up the medicine box, nodded and left.
Soon, Colin walked in, knelt down on one knee, and saluted: "Your Majesty."
"Kelin, although you went astray, you can make up for it this time. ." The Lion-Hearted King said slowly, "I will forget the past and hope that you will stay in the Lion Palace and serve the royal family..."
Colin's eyes flashed, he was moved and a little ashamed, he lowered his head and said: "I obey your Majesty's will!"
"The Scarlet Society is eradicating this matter, you must publicize it well, not only let the nobles know, We also want the world to know that any villain who causes trouble in the Golden Lion Kingdom cannot escape the fate of destruction." King Lionheart said.
"Yes."
Colin understood that destroying the vampire conspiracy would greatly increase Lionheart's prestige, thus making his right to speak more stable.
“There’s one more thing, I haven’t been able to make up my mind...”
The Lionheart King leaned on the bed, stroking his eyebrows with his fingers, rarely showing the tiredness of an old man, and said slowly:
"Colin, you say, if I betroth Renee to Yeats... this What’s your idea?”
Colin’s face couldn’t help showing surprise, and he couldn’t believe what he was hearing.
He carefully observed Lionheart King's expression and found that he didn't seem to be joking, and he became more and more alarmed.
Following the Lionheart King for many years, Colin knew that the king loved his daughter deeply and would help the princess ascend to the throne at all costs. And now, the Lionheart King actually plans to betroth the princess to Yeats...
This move involves a lot, it is actually choosing Wang Hui.
This is not only related to the princess, but also to the future of the entire Golden Lion Kingdom!
Kelin took a hard sip, considered it carefully, and said:
"May I ask Your Majesty, why did you suddenly think of this?"
The Lionheart King sighed: "You and I both see Yeats's performance and potential, and I like his appearance very much, but I just don't know whether this marriage is feasible..."
Kelin was silent, with a sense of solemnity in his heart.
It is certain that His Majesty wants to make Yeats a Duke.
And now, His Majesty even plans to choose Yeats as his husband.
Once this matter is confirmed, Yeats's power will reach such an astonishing level that Colin cannot even imagine... You must know that in the history of the Shenting Empire, there was a queen's husband who attempted to usurp the throne. A true case of the throne!
Colin also knew that the Lionheart King was beginning to feel a little overwhelmed and was afraid that he would not be able to take care of the princess, so he wanted to find a suitable husband for his daughter.
But.
The princess is destined to become the queen of the Golden Lion Kingdom, how can she ignore the will of a king?
"Your Majesty, I suggest that you discuss this matter with His Highness the Crown Prince in person."
Ke Lin said sternly: "Although the engagement is a family order, His Highness is the future king after all. I I believe she has the ability to decide her own destiny.”
The Lionheart King's eyes moved slightly, and then he nodded slightly and said: "Go and call Renee... No, I'll go in person."
"Your Majesty..." Colin hurriedly stretched out his hand, but Blocked by Lionheart.
The Lionheart King signaled that he did not need to support him, and with slow but powerful steps, he slowly opened the door and walked away.
Royal study room.
Theresa, wearing a white dress and blond hair, sat by the window illuminated by the sun, concentrating on reading a book.
Teresa is the princess's real name, but Lionheart still insists on calling her by her nickname "Renee".
Dong Dong——
The door was knocked.
Teresa closed the book and whispered: "Please come in."
King Richard, wearing a golden lion pattern royal robe, slowly walked into the study, causing Theresa to open her eyes slightly. With big eyes, he stood up and said, "Father, why are you here?"
"Come to see you." Richard smiled, "What are you reading?"
Teresa seemed a little embarrassed, closed the book, and whispered:
"Titus ·Livy's "The History of Rome since its Founding"
Richard was slightly startled. He immediately smiled and said: "Reading history is a good thing. Both men and women should read history in order to increase their wisdom."
In social circles, noble daughters who talk about history and business will be laughed at by their peers. , so Teresa felt a little uneasy when asked what book she was reading.
Seeing that her father was not angry, but instead praised him, Teresa couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief and said with a smile:
"History is like a magic mirror, you can know the rise and fall of human civilization... I have benefited a lot from it. "
The Lionheart King was slightly surprised and said: "Then what did you learn from this? Tell me?"
After the king repeatedly asked, Teresa said:
“History is a cyclical and upward process...The future should be an era of prosperous sea route trade and commerce, just like the former commercial country Carthage...”
"In order to complete the original accumulation...the plunder and trade on the sea should also be brought under the control of the royal family..."
"The emerging business class will have a great impact on the nobility, and to grasp this torrent , is the key to governing the kingdom!"
After finishing her argument, Teresa mustered up the courage, looked up at her father, and said with a blushing face:
"There must be fallacies. Where, please don't blame me, father..."
Lionheart King was stunned on the spot.
He started his career in the military and knew little about management and business, but he did understand what Teresa called "the current of the times."
The old aristocratic monopoly on everything will be completely rewritten. Human beings who cannot keep up with the times, whether they are poor people, nobles or kings, will be left behind by the times.
In the face of the times, heroes are so insignificant. What surprised Lionheart King was that his daughter understood this "general trend" before he did.
The Lionheart King shook his head: "I'm afraid I'm really old..."
"Father, when you come to me, you should not just ask your daughter what books she has been reading recently. ?" Teresa said.
The Lionheart King smiled: "I actually want to ask you...what would you think if I made the decision and betrothed you to Yeats?"
Teresa was stunned, and the image of grace and grace appeared in her mind. The young earl couldn't help but think about it.
Soon, the rational side prevailed, and Teresa calmly analyzed:
“This thing is not feasible.”
“Why is it not feasible, you said Tell me?" Lionheart King said seriously.
"If Yeats becomes my husband, then his power will become difficult to control, and he will be even more... unpredictable than Lannister and Vic."
Theresa paused, Said: "However, Yeats is an outstanding and powerful ally...My father can make him a duke and work with him to promote the development of the Protestant [Anglican Church], thereby restricting the Holy See and concentrating power in the royal family."
"Hahaha." Lionheart King suddenly laughed.
Teresa asked in confusion: "Father?"
"You and Yeats are both my centering pins."
The Lionheart King smiled and said: "Regardless of status and origin, just from a perceptual point of view, what do you think of Yeats?"
Teresa was startled, her snow neck was reddish, she lowered her head and whispered:
"Only from a perceptual level ...Earl Yeats is an excellent companion, but..."
"But what?"
"But, I have sworn to marry myself to this country and its people. ”
Theresa raised her eyes, which contained a firm will: "This is the path I have chosen for myself, Father."
The Lionheart King was silent and gently stroked Theresa's hair. , whispered:
"Under your leadership... the Golden Lion Kingdom...maybe able to usher in new glory..."
The Lion Heart King paused and said: "Today At the dinner tonight, you will attend with me.”
The fatigue on Lionheart King’s face disappeared, and he glowed with the grace of a king, and said in a deep voice:
"I'm going to make Yeats a Duke at the dinner...Anyone who dares to question him, hum, I will write it down!"
(End of Chapter)