Not a Witch

During the rise of the Verdant Kingdom, the Griffin Principality gradually developed, gradually annexing and unifying the countries in the Western Region, and the two sides even had several conflicts.

Then, when the Green Kingdom expanded southward, it encountered a powerful magical country, Oz, and suffered a huge setback.

Since then, the expansion of the Green Kingdom has gradually stalled, and it is difficult for the Griffin Kingdom to break through the mountains and mountains, and to fight the Green Empire in the vast wilderness.

So under the mediation of the Sage Association, the two countries entered into a marriage and merged, and the Griffin Kingdom became part of the Green Empire, and the original royal family was also named the Grand Duke of Griffin to continue to rule this land.

This move eliminated the war, and also stabilized the green side and rear, making the empire stronger.

Now, after the defeat of the Empire, the Prince Regent personally sent an envoy to the Griffon Dukedom, and brought many promises and conditions.After some negotiation and agreement, the Duke of Griffin agreed to send troops, and sent those mountain legions to the south of the empire to build fortresses and city walls to defend against possible attacks.

Afterwards, the regent freed up his hands to vigorously clean up the remnants of the Baskar family in the southern border, and continued to consolidate the security of the capital, Titania.

"Master Jelanen."

An attendant walked quickly on the mountain path between the towers, calling to stop the patrolling knights in front.

These knights are all wearing white armor, with a wide white cloak behind them, blending in with the surrounding environment.

After hearing the shout, the leading knight turned around. He was strong and handsome, and he was the eldest son of the Grand Duke of Griffin, Jailan.

"What's the matter?" After Jailan stopped, the knights beside him also stood still, looking at the attendant who was running.

"It's a letter from Lionheart." He held up the waxed envelope, in which the graphic of the griffin came to life.

After accepting the envelope, Jailan tore off the special contract paper on the outer layer, pulled out the folded letter paper, and read it.

Not long after, Jailan put away the letter and put it back inside the armor lining.

"Is there something wrong?" Grace asked from the side. He and these knights were all friends of Jailan who grew up together, so they wouldn't be too restrained.

"Father asked me to prepare and go back in a few days." Jailan leaned on the cold stone wall and looked at the rime-covered scenery in the distance.

"It seems that they want me to go to Titania and find a suitable marriage partner among those ladies of noble birth." Jailan's tone was a little emotional, and he had already reached this age before he knew it.

In fact, among nobles, he was considered an older unmarried youth.In the upper circles of the empire, it is very common for nobles to marry at the age of 16. Although the youth of extraordinary people will grow a lot, Jay Lann has also procrastinated for a long time.

"It's time to find a suitable fiancé, which will also benefit your position." The companion on the side said.

In this age, the probability of child death is not small, and it would be a serious matter if a certain great nobleman died.

"Well, I understand." Looking at the world shrouded in ice and fog in the distance, Jailan recalled the girls he had known over the years, including elegant girls from noble families, sunny and lively types, and cute and young slender skinny girl.Most of them come from good backgrounds, and being able to appear by my side means that they have passed layers of competition and assessment.

He doesn't dislike these girls, he can say a lot and appreciate them, but when he thinks of spending his life with such people, he always feels that something is missing.

Maybe it's the lack of girls who can penetrate my mind, understand my ambitions, strengths and weaknesses, but tolerate me well.

Thinking about it this way, I also delayed it until now.

It's a pity that the old Griffin Duke has already issued an order. After returning this time, he is probably required to find a suitable fiancé within the time limit, and there is no longer any delay.

"Your sister's child can already walk, Jailan. Why are you still hesitating, are you as weak and unassuming as a sheep?"

"If you rebelled against me and had a secret lover, I wouldn't be so angry, but what is even more disappointing is that you don't even have such a lover, just like a lost lamb, wandering in circles there."

"What the Salius family needs is an heir like a lion, not what you are now. A male lion who can't even find a lioness is despised and despised by others. I hope you understand this."

Recalling the old Griffin Duke's reprimand, Jailan couldn't help showing a little wry smile.

Although there is a faint figure in my heart, where is that girl now? She is so mysterious, even with the family background of the Duke of Griffin, she can't find her whereabouts.

Maybe this time I can only go to Titania to have a look. After all these years, you should let it go, Jailan.As he said this to himself, his thoughts drifted away.

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At the same time, the far north, the frozen world.

Everything in the world is so cold, the coldness penetrates into every bone marrow, penetrates into every crevice, making people tremble and curl up, praying in mourning.Pray that this perpetually frozen winter will end soon.

And under the heavy snowy sky, groups of black-clad and black-armored soldiers trudged slowly in the snow.They marched across the fields with torches soaked in tung oil, protecting a small group of black-clad wizards in the centre.

In the wind and snow, there are occasional surprise attacks by magical beasts, hissing and whispering with hunger, waiting for an opportunity to attack.

Facing these small demonic beasts, those warriors drew out their long swords at their waists and cut out fleeting sword marks to fight them, while their voices were drowned in the wind and snow so that they could not be heard from behind.

The warm blood sprinkled on the snowdrift, melting the traces of the gullies, and then quickly crystallized, and was buried by the falling snowflakes again.

After the battle, some soldiers fell in the snow, frozen stiff, and together with those monsters, they were slowly buried by ice and snow.

praying

blessed

sigh

Follow-up troops sprinkled these fighters with pale blue petals and moved on.Judging from the gray and black smocks on these people, they all came from the Trey family and belonged to the ravens in the north.

These survivors of the Mercury Dynasty, who have gone through thousands of years, still live in this world, and they are also used to the sorrows and disasters that come from time to time in their lives.

'Death will do justice to all, you and me. 'This is the motto of the Trey family.

Compared with other nobles in the empire, this family is extremely conservative and conservative. They stick to the traditions of the past, have always been restrained and frugal, and calmly face all kinds of misfortunes.

"Further on, you will arrive at the agreed place." Flipping through the ancient snow-covered parchment in his hand, a wizard with a crow brooch pinned it on.

"Can I really see it? The origin of that family." The wizard on the side asked worriedly. They have sacrificed many people along the way.

Even though there was no war, there were so many casualties, and the times were so ruthless. Even now, the main line of the Trey family is still dying, and now it is even facing the danger of extinction.

"We can only give it a try. This is our last hope." The wizard pulled down the upper edge of his hood to shield himself from the icy snowflakes that were rushing towards him, and spoke in the broken snow.

"Forward! The Jackdaw."

In the snow and ice, the warriors in front raised their flags again. The gray-white raven grasped the skull and stared into the distance. The wisteria banner passed down from the second era still did not fall down.

Chapter 120 Six Passengers in the North

A few days later, Lorraine Hill followed the convoy to Iron Hill City, the city of furnaces in the mountains.

Because there are coal mines in the nearby mountains, the city is very prosperous, and there are also many blacksmith shops, and the lively sound of blacksmithing can be heard everywhere.In the past, this place has been supplying large and small iron tools in the southern border, and many common weapons and armors are also made here.

Walking on the streets of the mountain city, there are gray and black cinders under your feet, and even the air is filled with a pungent smell of burnt smoke.

"The air here is not very good." Lorraine Hill sniffed her nose, feeling a little uncomfortable. Her strong perception talent made it difficult for her to ignore the unpleasant smell.

"Mesia is really so sensitive and delicate." Miss Charlene's voice came from behind, and she handed the girl a handkerchief.

"Just cover it with this, just be patient, we still have to stay here for a couple of days."

"Thank you." Lorraine Hill took it, and then helped the girl beside her take another piece.

"Then let's go to the city to purchase goods. If Mesia, you can go shopping on the street, maybe you can find something you are interested in." After that, Miss Charlene and the caravan went to purchase and load and unload the goods first, leaving behind Luo Ranhill was by the side with the girl she had saved.

"Let's go now." Lorraine Hill picked up the girl and asked about her brother.

"I remember you said that there was another elder brother who was not arrested at the time, but just avoided arrest and escaped."

"Yes, sister Messia." The girl nodded, and then said in distress.

"Unfortunately, I don't know where to find him now."

"It's okay, let's go shopping first, maybe there will be something rewarding." Lorraine Hill squeezed the badge of 'Fire Eye Warbler' in his hand, and walked to a corner of the city. It is said that there is a very famous restaurant there. tavern.

Half an hour later, the two stopped in front of a store.

The tall signature nails are embedded in the eaves, and the huge black pig's head seems to have been stuffed and hung there.This signboard, which is completely different from the surrounding shops, brings a huge visual impact and also highlights the extraordinaryness of this tavern.

'It is said that the boss is a retired adventurer from Sequence 5, very powerful. 'That's what people around me said.

Holding the girl's hand, Lorraine Hill walked into the store, and an environment mixed with various smells came over his face.Among them, there is the aroma of wine and the smell of food.There is the scent of burning pine oil, and a little sour smell of sweat evaporated.

After this rare-looking girl entered the bar, a whistle sounded, and from time to time someone turned around curiously and looked blankly at Lorraine Hill.

Sure enough, it's not a place for girls to come to.Lorraine Hill thought silently, then took the girl beside her and walked towards an empty bar.

"What does this lady want, we can provide a lot of good things here." The bartender stepped forward and asked familiarly.

"Is there anything to eat?" Lorraine Hill didn't want to ask for information as soon as he came up, it was too eye-catching.

"Yes, look." The clerk brought the menu while talking.

After choosing a delicious ham barbecue, Lorraine Hill and the girl sat aside and waited, and the surrounding eyes were slightly less at this time.

During the period, some people also came to strike up a conversation, but they were all rejected by Lorraine Hill. She pulled out the sword in her hand a little, showing a chilling light, which shocked many people with malicious intentions.

After eating, the girl went back to the bar again, this time she asked for a cold and hot drink, and then flashed the 'Fire Eye Warbler' badge under the surprised eyes of the bartender.Don't worry about it being a trap, with her current strength, no one in the southern border can stop her.

"Please come with me." Afterwards, the bar led Lorraine Hill to the back door, and the girl was also pulled by a female clerk to look after her.

"Where did you get this badge?" After entering the room, an old man biting a pipe came over and sat in front of Lorraine Hill. He seemed to have the strength of Sequence 5, but he had secretly hurt.

"That has to start with an accident." The girl explained briefly, and then talked about her purpose this time.

"I need some intelligence help."

"This is no problem, but we will also charge corresponding fees. You know that it is not easy to do these jobs." The retired adventurer crossed his legs, took off the smoking bottle, and answered casually.

"Of course." Lorraine Hill took out a small bag of gold coins and put them on the table.

"First thing first, I want you to find someone, that is the brother of the girl outside."

"It's easy to say. Iyena grew up in Tieqiu City. I know this girl and her brother." The boss unexpectedly knew the girl's background.

"In addition, I want to know about the current situation of the Southern Rebels."

"Well...it's not impossible, but we don't know much about it." He spread his hands as he spoke.

"They are a group of idealists, and it is difficult to buy them. Although they are respectable, they are not easy to get close to."

"Finally, I would like to know the whereabouts of a special girl who may have taken the alias Lottie."

"Can you tell me about the characteristics?"

"Should be good at using swords, the strength is in Sequence 4, younger than me, about 16 years old."

"16 years old, Sequence 4, good at swords, hehe, this girl is currently being sought by many people in the southern region." Hearing the conditions mentioned by the girl, the man showed a clear smile.

"The last princess of the Bascar family, Charlanrot. The rewards and search warrants about her are all over the streets and alleys."

"Descendants of the Baskar family?" the girl asked in surprise.

Although she knew that Lottie was from a wealthy and well-off family, she never thought that this girl belonged to the Baskar family, the former first duke family in the southern region, which still has great influence.

"If this is the case, please let me know when you receive the news."

Lorraine Hill nodded and negotiated with the behind-the-scenes boss before turning around and leaving.