Heart of the Castle

Chapter 480 Li Wei's Choice, Black Sun Breaks the Door

It didn't take long for Alans Kate to talk to Li Wei, because he didn't come to the capital alone, and the eyes of other shadow assassins could discover his secrets at any time.After instructing the Griffin Lord to fake wounds on those corpses as soon as possible, the Shadow Assassin bowed deeply, and his body merged into the shadow at the end of the corridor.

"When you have fulfilled my conditions, I will appear again and tell you everything. Before that... Please forgive me and say goodbye."

This is the farewell message left by Arance Kate to Li Wei. After the shadow quickly left, the young Griffin Lord stood in the corridor for a long time, lost in deep thought.

After the conversation with Bamilian, the chief of the palace, Li Wei tried his best to estimate the seriousness of Firmeyer's situation, but it still seemed not enough.As the sharpest dagger in the hands of the devil, the Shadow Assassin never acts alone. Judging from the information revealed by Alans Kate, the nobleman who colluded with the devil is definitely of high status, and he is probably one of several important ministers of the kingdom.

Li Wei hugged his head, and finally resisted the urge to curse.The huge City of Glory, Firmeyer, is now in danger, and apart from his own subordinates, no one can be trusted.

Although the Green Lion is loyal to His Majesty the King, the elf's thinking is even more straightforward than Li Wei's. At most, it can only be regarded as a sharp sword, and this sword has just broken; In addition to his own magic research, it makes no difference to him who sits on the golden throne, and Li Wei has also been warned that the great magister of the kingdom is very concerned that he can use fireball as a knight. Interested in other spells, coupled with the animosity between the shadow assassin Arance Kate and the Merister family, it might be a very bad trouble; the star mentor Satren Hale... the scholar The family of the master is known for flattering and flattering; as for the palace chief Bamilian...

When Li Wei thought of this eunuch, he couldn't help but sigh deeply.The Chief of the Palace claims to be loyal to His Majesty the King, and judging from his consistent performance, he seems to be a trustworthy person.However, the chief executive knows too much, but does too little. Most of the time, he chooses to hide in the safest corner and listen. Li Wei dare not place his bet on such a cautious eunuch. , then [-]% will not have any good results.

Time is running out, and the fierce battle at St. White Rock Castle will not be hidden for a long time. On the one hand, it is considered a rare victory. Although Earl Ansair can find an excuse to delay, it is absolutely impossible to completely stop the nobles from the royal capital. People return to Firmeyer to repay their merits; on the other hand, if the news ahead is cut off for too long, Firmeyer's unstable situation will inevitably become worse.

However, once someone returns from the front line, the news that the various royal armies have been defeated and that His Majesty the King is seriously injured will inevitably cause the situation in Firmeyer to suffer terrible turmoil like an earthquake.That would be a turmoil that the already precarious Kingdom of Arthur could not bear, and perhaps the entire country would collapse as a result.Li Wei understood that he had to find a way to control the situation in Firmeyer before this matter came, at least gaining the support of more than half of the kingdom's important officials.

The young griffin lord stopped in the corridor for a long time, and then he summoned a portal leading to the heart of the castle, allowing the alchemy archers to return with the corpses of two alchemy swordsmen, and at the same time two more alchemy swordsmen Walking out of the blue and white light circle of the portal, the cold sword and the blue and white armor are no different from the dead, even the cracks on the armor have not healed, as if the two victims have been reborn in the heart of the castle , and returned to the command of the Griffin Lord.

But Li Wei is very clear that this is not the case. The two alchemy swordsmen who walked out of the heart of the castle are completely different from the dead. Although the corpses of the alchemy warriors can be revived in the heart of the castle, their souls are also Will be harvested by the sharp blade of death, and the new souls will not be able to retain the original memory, although their loyalty to Levi remains the same as before.

"This won't work, we must take action." Li Wei whispered to himself, no matter how treacherous the situation in the capital was, he would not be able to remain silent.There are already four victims, and Li Wei does not want to wait for the so-called opportunity to further increase the number of victims, "Since there is no opportunity, then create an opportunity, no matter what, with the long sword in hand, even if Firme There are many enemies around, and I want to show them how powerful the howling icy wind from the north is!"

The corpses of the two royal servants were helped to the bed, the blood spilling from the throat and the corners of the mouth was wiped, and then the sheets were used to cover their pale faces.Li Wei moved a high-backed chair and sat in the corridor, with the knight's sword across his knees, and stared coldly at the flickering torch until a tall figure appeared in the darkness opposite.

"The smell of blood, and the murderous aura that hasn't dissipated. Master Li Wei, did someone do something here just now?" Cursed World Black Sun's calm voice came, which made Li Wei feel a little more at ease.

"Sir Rodriguez, I need your help." Li Wei got up from his seat and said to Curse World Black Sun with a solemn expression.

"Please tell me, Master Levi." Sir Rodriguez replied with a slight bow.

"I'm going to visit Grand Duke Raul, please be my guard."

"Master Li Wei, is this okay?" Sir Rodriguez did not follow the order immediately, but reminded Li Wei softly, "Although the situation in the capital is unstable, it is still undercurrent. If you When I called on Grand Duke Raul—he is definitely a key figure now, I am afraid that the undercurrent will turn into a mountain surge, and in that case, the pressure you will have to bear will be much greater."

"Maybe it's not the best time, but I can't wait any longer." Li Wei sighed, pointing to the two corpses lying on the bed behind him, "I don't want new victims to continue appearing, and now the royal family Attendants and Griffin Knights, and then small and medium-sized nobles and even innocent people, more and more people will be involved in the plans of ambitious people. I am worried that if we continue to wait, even if we can control the situation, It will soak the entire City of Glory with blood."

"In that case, as you wish." Sir Rodriguez replied simply, making a lot of excuses prepared by Levi squeezed in his throat. "If you don't need to change clothes, we'll go right away."

"Wait a minute, Sir Rodriguez..." Levi stopped him hesitantly, "Don't you need to listen to my explanation?"

Sir Rodriguez turned around, his eyes were like flints flickering in the dark night, and there was a strange green glow around the edge of his pupils. This was quite a strange scene, but it made Levi feel at ease for no reason. "Li Wei, the God of Destiny always likes to play tricks. No one can judge whether the road is correct or not before you have walked it... I don't know if your choice is correct, but as long as my sharp sword is still there and my fighting spirit is not extinguished, I will guard you by your side and smooth out the obstacles in your way." The smile on his mouth did not belong to Sir Rodriguez's respectful attitude, nor did it belong to the contemptuous beings who cursed the world, but belonged to history. Knight's smile is as kind as a strict father.

Li Wei felt a warm current rushing up his throat, and he choked there, making him unable to say anything for a while.Sir Rodriguez's footsteps gradually faded away, and the last words left echoed in the corridor.

"So as long as you make up your mind, I won't ask the reason again."

When we left the Mermaid Hotel, it was already sunset, and the setting sun burned the western sky of Fermeyer into a dark red, like a lot of blood soaking the sky, which made people feel very unpleasant.The last time the Griffin Lord visited Grand Duke Raul was almost the same as this time, but the ostentation was quite different, neither the luxurious carriage nor the mighty attendants were brought.

Both Levi and Sir Rodriguez wore gray hooded cloaks with no decoration on them, and hurried through the ancient streets of Firmeyer one after the other, just like two ordinary adventurers.Originally, there were not many mercenaries and adventurers living in the City of Glory, because there were not many bounty tasks for them to complete, but as the situation became turbulent, more and more small and medium nobles decided to temporarily expand their guards , so travel-stained adventurers can be seen everywhere, and more people come from all directions.

A team of royal guards passed by the two of them, and there were a few suspicious looks from the team, but they didn't stop to question.These people are all wearing armor as thin as parchment, holding long spears, and wearing iron-headed wooden sticks of the same length as long swords around their waists.All the equipment is plated with a layer of silver, which looks splendid and luxurious, even more majestic than many knights from minor nobles.However, in a real fight, I am afraid that any adventurer with a long sword can knock down several of them.

Li Wei couldn't help thinking of what Baron Hughes had said about the Royal Guards. He now understands why the Marquis of Osiris dismissed these people. If it weren't for the large number of Royal Guards, there would probably not be any Pay more attention, shall we?
The bell that marked the sunset echoed over Firmayer, the sound was cold and lonely, and every time it seemed to knock the chill into the heart of the person.A few ragged coolies came to meet them, and returned to their shacks in the slums with the meager rewards of a day's hard work in their arms.Levy and Sir Rodriguez nodded as they passed by these people, but they responded with contemptuous and arrogant sneers, as if the reason for opening their coats in the cold winter was purely because of their physical strength, not their strength. Poor enough to be naked.

"Why are they so arrogant?" Li Wei muttered, and the Griffin Lord looked at his cloak suspiciously, wondering if there were many patches on it, or the word "poor ghost" was written on it.

"This is Firmeyer." Sir Rodriguez shrugged his shoulders and answered simply.Seeing the doubt in Li Wei's eyes, he shook his head and smiled, and then added, "Master Li Wei, I forgot that you don't know this. The residents of Fermeyer have a unique sense of superiority. The nobles here People here are used to despising nobles from other places, and the people here are also used to looking down on people from other places. In their eyes, we are all natives from the countryside who came to the Glory City to see the world, even if we wear the badge of nobility, It is impossible to expect the residents of Firmeyer to pay their sincere respect, even if they have not eaten for several days and were still shivering in the cold wind just a moment ago."

Li Wei couldn't help being speechless, and the two walked silently, and when they arrived at the mansion of Grand Duke Raul in Xicheng District, dusk had already fallen.Since many nobles of the royal capital followed His Majesty to the expedition, the surrounding area was surprisingly quiet. A small group of royal guards lined up in two columns and walked through the deserted streets. There was a series of clanging sounds.

Unidentified adventurers are obviously not welcome here. When they saw Levi and Sir Rodriguez approaching one after the other, the royal guards immediately lowered their spears and surrounded them. come up.

"Guardian Army of the Royal Capital!" A guard leader with a flying eagle mark on his helmet pressed his long sword, and said redundantly, "This is the residential area of ​​the royal capital, and civilians are not allowed to stay at night. You two, want to Where are you going?"

Li Wei lifted a corner of his cloak, revealing the griffin coat of arms on his chest and the golden sword badge of a high-ranking knight, "I am Viscount Levi Ston of Northern County, and I am here to visit His Excellency Raul Adams."

"Li Wei? Viscount Ston?" The guard leader had a sneer on his face, and looked at Li Wei's chin, which had just grown a little fluff, "Little devil, which family are you from? , please inquire, he has already set off to the south with the northern soldiers and horses, why did he appear here?"

But despite saying this, the captain still raised his arms, and the guards of the Royal Capital Guard immediately raised their spears again, "Before playing the hero game, think about who you pretend to be so that you won't be exposed easily, brat." The captain of the guard said, and turned away, "Continue to patrol."

"Captain, then they..." A guard asked in a low voice, somewhat unwillingly.

"The noble young master is playing a trick of pretending to be a celebrity, maybe he wants to deceive a little girl from the family of a strong lord..." The voice gradually faded away, leaving Li Wei standing still, with embarrassment on his face. smile.

"This is the most wonderful result." Sir Rodriguez suppressed a smile and commented, "There is no need to issue a password, and these people will certainly not publicize it everywhere."

The castle-like mansion of Grand Duke Raul Adams looked more and more gloomy in the twilight, and the front door looked very lonely.The guards of the Grand Duke's Mansion were all gone, and the two steel gates were tightly closed. Only a flickering light from the cracks in the doors proved that the people inside did not rest early.

Sir Rodriguez and Levi looked at each other, and then stepped forward to knock on the door. At first, no one answered, until the knock on the door became louder, a square peephole suddenly opened on the door, and an impatient voice Flowing out with the flames.

"Who is knocking on the door? Your Excellency the Grand Duke will not receive guests today."

"It's not for people like you to decide whether to see guests or not. Report to His Excellency the Grand Duke immediately." Sir Rodriguez said to the servant of the Grand Duke's mansion in a cold tone, "Just talk about the northern border..."

With a "bang", the peephole was slammed shut, and the servant's disdainful answer came from behind the heavy iron door, "I say I can decide, so I can decide."

Sir Rodriguez did not get angry, but sighed a little sadly, turned his head and said to Levi, "Master, there is no broken sword or lack of sword to block the way this time, it seems that this gate is destined to be rebuilt what!"

As soon as the words fell, a sword light as dark as the night flashed by. When the star iron giant sword cut into the steel gate, it was as easy as cutting parchment, and even the clang of metal was not very loud.Then Sir Rodriguez twisted his wrist vigorously, and the blade turned half a circle in the cut gap. The iron door on the left suddenly made a series of cracking sounds, and collapsed into countless palm-sized pieces, revealing a pale face behind the door. , A young man in the uniform of the servants of the Grand Duke's mansion came.

"This... how dare you..." The young man was stunned at first, then turned his head and ran back, screaming in a high-pitched voice, like a fat goose strangled by its neck. "Come on, come on, there are robbers rushing in, hurry up..."

There was a sudden commotion in the originally quiet Grand Duke's mansion, and more than a dozen guards holding long halberds rushed out from the hut not far behind the door almost at the same time as they shouted.They were equipped with everything from helmets, breastplates to combat boots. Obviously, they were not wearing temporary clothing, and they were quite well-trained. When they rushed towards Sir Rodriguez, these people adjusted their pace with each other, forming a perfect semi-arc. .

Sir Rodriguez looked around at the rushing guards coldly, "They are all high-ranking knights," he seemed to have three points of appreciation in his tone, but the remaining seven points were indifferent, "Master Levi, look Come on, this powerful Grand Duke is really not as licentious and free and easy as he appears on the surface."

Four halberds carefully forged by a dwarf blacksmith shone with dazzling vindictiveness, and stabbed at Sir Rodriguez head-on. Room to dodge.This level of cooperation is definitely not something that can be achieved by a temporary combination, it must have gone through a long period of training and running-in.These six high-ranking knights have at least displayed the strength of a baron with a sword in this joint attack. Even the title knight or lord with a sword who has comprehended the fighting spirit and brilliance will be forced to retreat immediately. Otherwise, it is possible to be severely injured by the sharp halberd.

However, in front of the raised star iron giant sword, all these became futile.The gloomy dou qi light is not eye-catching, but it is like a huge wave, unstoppable.There was a flash of sword light, and the clash of gold and iron was like a shower. The six high-ranking knights all exclaimed and staggered back. Two of them felt a lightness in the hands holding the halberd, followed by severe pain.The halberd made by the dwarf blacksmith was twisted backwards from the head, and turned into a mass of useless scrap metal!

"God of War Barud above! Stand back!" A hoarse and dry voice rang out, and a long sword shining with blue light then blocked Sir Rodriguez, the master of the long sword and the voice Wearing a set of gorgeous knight casual clothes, but his appearance is ugly, one side of the eyes is only blood red, and the other side is full of surprise. "Your Excellency Twilight Knight Rodriguez, why are you here?"

(End of this chapter)