You and me under the world tree

Don't say 'waited 20+ years, it's okay to wait a few more years' bullshit.

After more than a year of traveling and half a year of precipitation, Siegfried understands that such words are "comfort" that only the person concerned can say.

Others say that it's called adding insult to injury, that it doesn't hurt to stand and talk, and only a guy with the same brain size as a ghoul can speak.

For those who have obsessions in their hearts, every minute and every second is a kind of torment, because "waiting" is itself a torment for them.

Moreover, as far as Siegfried himself is concerned, Hodder himself is actually a quick temper, because he doesn't like wasting time.

He seemed unable to wait, and when he thought about it, he rarely even stayed in the same place, nor did he stay in the same place with them.

This was the case in the city of Beian. After Siegfried stayed in the city and palace of His Highness Prince Dietrich for one night, they realized that Hodder had disappeared.

Lai Jin once criticized this point too, he is always elusive, but he will always come back when he gets stuck at an important moment.

Moreover, every time he comes back, he is not obtrusive, and he always brings back various news.

For example, in the Jura Mountains, he left early to explore the mountains and giant cities by himself.

Although he seems to be well organized, in the eyes of ordinary people, he is too impatient in controlling time.

Even, in Siegfried's impression, Uncle Hodder never seemed to rest.

He actually thought about persuading him to take a rest, and mentioned it veiledly, but Huo De completely ignored it.

Also because of the character of the other party who wished he could take it apart for even a second, Siegfried couldn't help but feel a little drummed in his heart when he explained his "step by step" method.

Because this kind of proposal ran counter to his uncle's character and style, he was a little afraid that his uncle would not agree with it.

Hodder, however, ultimately took his share of the view, and he finally conceded it.

"no problem."

Then, as usual, he disappeared the next morning.

The sage Hodder left without a sound, and no one, including Griple, noticed when he left.

Maybe he used magic, maybe he just used his good stealth skills to get away like an assassin.

Anyway, he never showed up again.

"It really is." When Siegfried woke up from his sleep, he couldn't help but sighed.

The room was empty, as if he was the only one, and the silk bed beside him looked creased.

This means that someone did sleep on it last night, that is to say, my uncle did rest here.

But when did he leave?

Thinking of this, Siegfried couldn't help but glanced out of the window.

The slightly cool sun has just risen outside, and it is a standard morning.

Thinking of this, Siegfried stretched out his hand on the bed that originally belonged to his uncle.

He checked the temperature, and it was icy cold.

In other words, Hodder has been gone for a long time, but when did he go?

It's just light outside now, and they're talking about progress late into the night.

In other words, even if Hodder had rested here, he had only been lying down for more than two hours at most.

"Have a good rest, okay..."

"Mr. Siegfried, Mr. Hodder." Just as the young dragon-slaying hero was sighing, a maid's voice came from the door.

Just after the door opened, her voice gradually became clearer.

"Here are the wash water and towels. Your Majesty is already waiting in the restaurant, and breakfast is ready..."

This maid carrying a sword is obviously well-trained, and has worked in the court for a long time.

But even with her professionalism, she still couldn't believe her eyes at this moment, because Siegfried was the only one in the room.

"Excuse me... Where is Mr. Hodder?" After pondering for a moment, the maid couldn't help asking.

Facing the maid's puzzled and inexplicably uneasy gaze, Siegfried shook his head.

"he has gone."

"gone?"

"Yes, he has always been so elusive." After washing his face with the cool wash water, Siegfried said.

Compared to the shocked maid, he himself was used to it, so he didn't say much. After cleaning his mouth with tooth powder and a bristle toothbrush, he put the utensils back.

"Thank you."

"Ah, oh..."

Seeing what Siegfried said, the woman serving as a maid couldn't say anything more, she just saluted Siegfried, and then slowly pushed out the used face wash and toothbrush.

In the end, only Siegfried was left in the room.

The young warrior just glanced at the gorgeous and warm decoration in the room, and then at the silk bed.

Even in such a clean and warm room, isn't he willing to stay here for a long time?

Are you used to the wandering life, or do you feel that an overly comfortable and comfortable environment will corrode your will?

Siegfried thought a lot, but what he never imagined was that there were two reasons why Hodder left.

The first is because the system reminds him that he can exit the mission scene. Of course, he can choose to stay here to experience the 'luxury' of the Nordic style.

But he finally gave up because he was not used to sleeping no matter what.

The fluffy fur is cushioned underneath and a layer of silk is laid, which seems to be very comfortable, but even so, it is not as good as Simmons.

"Old Huo! Old Huo! Get up and have breakfast!"

It was also the morning, and when I was sleeping soundly on my bed, I received a warm greeting from my roommate.

"Son! Your father and I just bought breakfast! Do you want to eat it?"

"Help your dad and I will save some soy milk and oden..." Lying on the bed, Huo De muttered.

Chapter 30: Desire and Hope

Siegfried lived in Iceland for a while.

And just as he himself said, he didn't rush to bring up the topic of those ferocious pirates in the northern seas.

During this period of time, he didn't seem to have any purpose, just living in Smokeport, Iceland, as a visitor and guest.

The daily schedule is to chat with King Gripal and tell him some specific stories and processes about the adventure.

In addition, as a relative and an elder, what Gripel asked the most was not about deeds and martial arts, but just some trivial things in life.

However, he seems to have the idea of ​​being a bridge, and he will inevitably mention his sister, Siegfried's mother Theotis when talking.

As far as Gripal himself said, if possible, he still hoped that Siegfried could meet Theotis.

Of course, this must be after completing his 'work' and revive the Volsung family.

However, Siegfried refused.

It's not that he didn't recognize the hidden meaning expressed in Gripal's words, but compared to that kind of 'ignoring', he rejected Gripal on the spot.

"I was raised by a dwarf blacksmith, and my homeland is the Netherlands."

That's what Siegfried said.

"Queen Theotis of Denmark has her own life. As an outsider, it's better not to bother me."

This is how he defines himself: an outsider.

And ever since he said such a thing, Gripal also wisely kept his mouth shut on this topic.

Because he knows that it is enough to hint these words once, and too much persuasion is actually useless, and it may even arouse the resentment of others.

Although in the letters between them, Theotis told him that it was the sage Hodder who forcibly took her child away, but her vision was obviously not that far-sighted.

Her future backer: King Elf of Denmark is a huge threat to Siegfried, and Theotis doesn't see it clearly.

In other words, she can actually understand this, but she just wants her child and a new husband, and to put it bluntly, I want them all.

Of course Gripal knew Theotis, he knew that she never had a long-term view, and her temperament was not at all tough.

If Elf was going to kill her baby secretly, it just needed to be a little hidden, and she wouldn't admit it to herself if no one really told her.

"Alright." Griple just said that after thinking about it.

In the days that followed, Siegfried was given the right to move freely, allowing him to wander around in Iceland. Sometimes, Gripper would even act as a tour guide himself after handling the government affairs himself.

Then, he stayed in Iceland like this for more than a week.

During this period of time, he went to many places, including the quite famous Eyjafjallah volcano.

However, what concerned him the most was actually Greenland next door to Iceland.

The climate of the entire Kingdom of Iceland is quite comfortable, but Greenland is different. Because it is the closest to Niflheim, most of the land is covered by ice and snow, and there are still a lot of monsters living on it.

Because of the existence of Greenland, although the Kingdom of Iceland is located at the northern end of the atrium world and rarely participates in the disputes at the atrium, it can still be said to be in danger.

Those ferocious beasts are too close to Iceland, relying on their trajectory, they will attack human gathering places from time to time, and sometimes they will cross the island and attack the mainland of Iceland.

Therefore, the only human gathering place on Greenland: the Iceberg Fortress is not only the front line for the Kingdom of Iceland to mine veins and grab resources, but also to guard against the wandering and attacks of monsters.

Because of this, more than half of Iceland's soldiers are stationed there, and the fortress leaders there even have certain arbitrary powers, which is a job that tests personal strength and trust.

And now, Jedir was the commander in that place, Gripal's former entourage and playmate who grew up with him.

When Gripal was traveling, he was by his side just like his entourage, so it can be said that he was deeply trusted.

It is worth mentioning that when Siegfried expressed his interest in Greenland, Gripper even asked him if he was interested in living in Iceland for a long time.

"It just so happens that Jedir is getting old, so he should go back to Iceland to spend his life." Gripoll said so

Of course, Gripal knew the answer to this question a long time ago, and he didn't expect much.

Just as he expected, Siegfried refused with a smile.

It is impossible for him to live in Iceland for that long, let alone assume such an important role in Greenland.

He has a place he wants to go back to, and he wants to end the grievances brought about by his bloodline.

So, he's just hanging out here in Iceland, a guest watching the reign of the human kingdom at the end of the atrium.

Then, another week.

In nearly half a month, during this period of time, he did not say that he had fully understood the unique customs of this land in Iceland, but he looked at it like a horse and a horse.

Then, at the bottom of his mind, he had a little draft that would lead to the topic he wanted.

Maybe it's time...

"I actually have a question." At the dinner party half a month later, Siegfried asked.

When Griple and Hilda turned their attention, he coughed lightly.

"You have tried your best to bring a comfortable life to your citizens and maintain the stability of the kingdom as much as possible, but even so, there are still many citizens who are willing to give up the safe waterway opened by Iceland and other kingdoms, and choose the extremely dangerous of the northern seas."

Then, he paused, as if he was sorting out his words, or in other words, he seemed to be hesitating.

"What exactly is this for?"

He looked like a novice, although he was a prince, he had no orthodox education after all.

Moreover, there are some things that he can't fully understand just through 'education'.

So, Griple pondered for a moment.

He knew that he couldn't talk nonsense on this kind of issue, so he set his sights on his daughter.

This is also a good test...

"Hilda, I have taught you a lot, how about you answer this matter?"

"Ah?" Hilda was obviously reluctant to be named by his father all of a sudden.

She is eating happily, why are you looking for me?

However, reluctance will return to reluctance, and the father's question must be answered after all.

Therefore, she simply vented her displeasure on the questioner.