The legendary path of the abandoned half-elf

"Yes, it is very safe, but in theory there are many ways to break the seal," the old man smiled helplessly, "After all, the seal is meant to be broken, and many things sealed have been killed over the long years, but those If those who were not killed escape, it will cause great disaster."

It's just a different kind of survivor bias.

Lorenno nodded and asked the point: "So, what exactly is the Federation going to do with those children who pray to the devil."

Chapter 462

Standing in front of the manifestation of Bayer's power, the bishop of the God of Suffering said in the simplest terms:

"The devil can also answer the prayers of believers. This residual power of Bayer has actually been being induced by Bayer believers in every possible way. Since it is in the main material plane and has no consciousness, if it is connected to the thinking of Bayer believers, I am afraid Able to pass on power regardless of the constraints of the seal.

If what you said is true, the Federation probably wants to use the souls of those children who are inclined to believe in the devil to use some newly developed magic to induce this power and use it for its own use. "

"So is your church going to stand by and do nothing?" Connie asked.

"Of course not. Don't worry, we will provide help, at least so that those children will not be taken advantage of."

The bishop knows that Connie and Lorenno are here to seek help, but this matter is indeed within their jurisdiction. If Bayer's power really escapes or is used by someone with ulterior motives, it will definitely be a huge disaster, no matter where it comes from. He would never allow this to happen.

Hearing the promise of the God of Suffering, Connie breathed a sigh of relief. Anyway, her justice would never be questioned.

Lorenno's focus was not on this. Bayer's actions made her more interested: "Your Majesty Bishop, regarding the Devil Archduke Bayer, I have been very confused since nearly a year ago, just because it is not something I can get involved in. Realm, so I didn’t ask, now I want to ask, is it already in full swing with the former Grand Duke Zariel of the first level?”

First, there was the invasion of Bayer's followers before Cardinal City, then there was the Bayer's follower Effie Astaire in Dovlei whose rapid progress almost caused her death, and now I don't know whether it was because she had reached an agreement with Bayer or because Bayer was already weak. Even the Federation dares to steal its power and use it.

All of this shows that the Demon Archduke has been defeated by the previous Archduke Zariel. It is estimated that a demon will soon be replaced in the first level of the Nine Hells.

"That's probably the case," the bishop nodded. "At present, its believers and supporters in the main world are being quickly eliminated, but several of our churches that are accustomed to targeting devil believers have done nothing."

Since the demise of Bayer's followers has nothing to do with the church, it is natural that Zariel, who has a grudge against it, takes action. In this way, it is possible that Zariel is cooperating with the Federation?

Lorenno, who was thinking divergently, heard Connie say: "Your Majesty, Bishop, can you ask a senior church official to go to the embassy with us?"

"Of course

no problem. "

"I'm very sorry. We just got the news that the teacher is having an affair with the Archmage and the Devil's Followers. We have no idea what they are doing..."

When Lorenno and others took the church members to the embassy, ​​the Federation made an expected reaction. Among the members who came out to meet people, the elf mage and the Northland barbarian Duchev were no longer among the members. As the current embassy Card, the mage in charge, explained the situation in the Federation to Lorenno and others.

They used a similar method to Count Astaire, directly separating the criminals and refusing to admit that they were with them. This result made Connie a little unwilling. Even though Lorenno said that there was no problem in the museum, he still searched Once again, the result was nothing suspicious.

"No, I'm going to use lie detection to investigate again."

"Okay, okay," the half-elf girl said, grabbing Connie who was dissatisfied with the investigation results, "They must have prepared many plans, and they are probably already prepared to counter the lie detection."

The most important thing now is to find Duchev, the elf mage, and the missing children. The other people and the nobles involved only need to be in jail. Lorenno knows what he should do. The most important thing is to protect Cardinal City. .

But she did have someone she wanted to talk to, so she said to Connie: "Connie, help me make an appointment with Helen, the pastor lady."

"it is good."

……

In the dark interrogation room of the city guardhouse, Lorenno sat opposite Helen. There was nothing strange on the face of the priest lady who had met her once before. Helen looked at the half-elf girl and said: "Arno, it's been a long time since we last met. "

"Yes, Sister Helen," Lorenno said with emotion, "I didn't expect that our positions were completely different when we met again. It's really unfortunate."

"Yeah, I didn't expect you to be the daughter of that empress. No one expected this."

The two were silent for a long time, and Lorenno asked after a while: "I don't know if you have ever regretted it. If you had to do it over again, would you give me the training method of the Avis Ranger?"

Hearing the half-elf girl's question, Helen fell silent. In fact, Teacher Wei He did regret it. She raised her head and looked into Lorenno's emerald eyes and said: "What about you, did you hand over the Ranger's training method? "

"Never," Lorenno shook his head, "I am a person who abides by contracts and will not violate the agreement."

After saying that, it was time to talk about the current situation. The half-elf girl knocked on the table with a sad look on her face: "Sister Helen, you are also a priest. Do you think the child taken away by your teacher and the elf mage can still survive? "

"Of course I can survive!"

Helen's voice became louder when faced with this question, as if she was sure. Lorenno rubbed his fingers, guessing that the elf mage had told her the specific spell-casting ritual.

Helen, who realized that she had been tricked, closed her mouth again and changed the subject abruptly: "Arnold, can't you... join the Federation? The Empire is not a kind country."

"This has nothing to do with being kind or not."

The half-elf shook his head and did not argue with Helen about who was good and who was evil. After all, in her eyes, her country was the best.

Lorenno knocked on the table again and said from his own perspective: "I was chased all the way by the Federation and put to death several times. Have you ever apologized to me or compensated me? No. .”

"Looking at the Empire, from the time it started helping me until now, I am still the princess of the Empire. Who am I if I go to the Federation?"

The half-elf girl smiled and asked again: "Sister Helen, whose pastor are you?"

"She is a great noble goddess."

The information about the noble goddess flashed in Lorenno's mind.

The name of the noble goddess is Saya Morph. Just like her title, she is a goddess who protects the rights and interests of the nobles. She is hostile to Bane, the god of tyranny. This hostility may also have brought the half-elf girl's biological mother, Maginus Impery. Si, the new god of authority.

It is not only a conflict over clergy, but the empire is a country with absolute imperial power. The power of the nobility is suppressed by the emperor, and this suppression will be further amplified as the empire expands. This is probably something Seiya Morph cannot accept.

Chapter 463 Layout and Violence

In a sense, the noble goddess is probably a staunch supporter of the federation. No matter how many countries in the federation are monarchies or how many are controlled by nobles, it is better than the empire completely ruling the continent.

After completing the investigation, Lorenno said to Helen: "I'm afraid we are completely opposite, Sister Helen."

The half-elf girl was making insinuations during the chat, trying to find out where Duqif and the elf mage were. The vigilant Helen did not reveal too much, so the girl could only talk about the children she saw in Lakeside City who were sold and sold like goods. , also talked about the miserable situation of those devil believers.

As the detention time reached its limit, the door to the interview room opened. Helen turned around and walked out of the door. Looking at her leaving figure, Lorenno, who had prepared the way, said: "Sister Helen, you are also a pastor. I really feel... …”

"Can those children who were pulled to do the ritual come back intact?"

Helen walked toward the door and moved her fingers slightly. Lorenno's psychic perception confirmed that her heartbeat was speeding up, which indicated that she was shaken. Seeing that the priest was about to leave, the half-elf girl came to her.

Behind him he said:

"Sister Helen, you have also seen those devil believers, right? If those children become the same situation because of some people's selfishness-"

What should you do?

Helen didn't hear the last words and ran away. Lorenno took a sip of tea and knew that his mind-attacking method was very successful. It was a good thing to make her hesitate a little.

As for what he really thinks about those children, Lorenno thinks he can be saved if he can, but his sister Aya doesn’t mind until things get completely worse...

"Oh, things haven't reached their most critical moment yet."

[I just want to remind you first. If it comes to a pinch, I will directly take over control of my body. 】

While Lorenno was having a heart-to-heart talk with Helen, Connie was also discussing the next blockade with Molly, Gounod and others, but unfortunately the progress was not smooth.

Connie's request to these nobles is that they cannot leave the noble area during the next blockade, which is equivalent to house arrest in disguise. Church members said that they can provide help from the city guards, but Molly and Gounod said that this condition is likely to make Cardinal The remaining nobles in the city developed a rebellious mentality.

Gounod knocked on the table and said sincerely: "Your Royal Highness, I don't mean to offend. If you really do this, other minor nobles may be dissatisfied with our behavior, and then they will really turn to the Federation."

"That's why I need your help," Connie said seriously, "Can a group of small nobles still be able to compete with you big nobles?"

Molly smiled helplessly: "But the problem is that only Gouno and his wife are left in the Holly family, and I am not the patriarch of my family yet. What you said is too light."

Hearing Molly's answer, Connie frowned: "As the executive officer and the next patriarch, don't you have the qualifications to order your own family?"

"Of course you can, but the problem is that doing so will break the rules."

"Don't Lorenno break too many rules? We are here to relieve the crisis in Cardinal City. Why should we control the rules?"

The atmosphere gradually became tit for tat during the debate. The members sent by the church to discuss the matter and the director of the city guard station looked at each other helplessly. They stood aside and did not know how to dissuade them. They could only hope that Her Royal Highness could come over quickly to take charge of the overall situation.

In fact, both parties have their own reasons and ideas. Connie's mentality is similar to being barefoot and not afraid of wearing shoes. As a wandering princess, she naturally breaks the rules and reshapes the country in order to regain the Principality of Gray Eagle. Naturally, she is more To be radical.

As people with family backgrounds, Gounod and Molly naturally cannot be so arrogant. They must think about their families. If they do what Connie said, they may become the targets of rejection by the entire aristocratic group.

Not just Cardinal City, but the entire aristocratic group.

I want you to do this.

I can't do that.

That's what I want you to do...

I really can't do this...

There was no progress in arguing for a long time. This is the normal situation between nobles. The two sides talked and talked but nothing came out of the discussion. Connie asked the two of them: "Even if the empire pays for your actions, it won't work." ?”

"No," Molly responded tirelessly, "Even if the empire pays for it, our actions will be regarded as betrayal of the class."

Just when the action plan was at a stalemate, Lorenno finally arrived at the hotel. The stiff atmosphere told her that the meeting was not going well, and she knocked on the door to attract everyone's attention.

'Sister, it's time for you to appear. '

【…】

Lorenno walked inside, the smile on his face gradually disappeared, and white hair and golden eyes appeared. Aya took control of her body, tilted her neck and sat at the front seat. Her indifferent aura made everyone subconsciously become serious.

"Tell me," Aya's emotionless eyes swept over everyone, and the divine pressure was released, "What is going on?"

……

Explaining in an orderly manner the differences between Gounod and Molly, who represented the two major families in Cardinal City, and Connie, who represented the empire, Aya lightly knocked on the table. Although she did not speak, she still put a lot of pressure on everyone.

The elf girl lifted up her white hair hanging by her ears, thought for a moment and said, "The banquet will be held tomorrow, right?"

"Yes," Gounod said respectfully from the bottom of his heart, "most of the nobles will come."

"Very good, I will tell those nobles in person tomorrow."

"A... Arnold, do you have any ideas?" Connie originally wanted to call Aya's name, but thinking that few people knew about this matter, she called Lorenno's name.

Aya's emotionless eyes swept over Molly and Gouno, and she slowly stood up from her seat, eye level with the tall two men: "I just want to tell them, remind them, whose territory is Cardinal City? Just let them attend this party as much as possible——"

"I'll take care of the rest."

Putting aside the meaningless words, the elf girl looked back. Lorenno blinked, regained control of his body and announced the disbandment. Molly and Gouno looked at each other and both guessed that the half-elf girl might do something drastic.

Molly couldn't help it

Said: "Lorenno, do you want to force them to obey? This will offend many nobles."

"But that's not how my mother came here."

After the Queen was moved out, the two of them immediately stopped talking. Lorenno, who had some memories of Maginus, shook his head and said: "I am not strong enough myself, but the strength behind me is strong enough. After all, I am not prepared to be in the red." I live in Quecheng forever, and since you don’t want to offend anyone, I’ll do it myself.”

Chapter 464 The Balance in My Heart

After a day of running around, Lorenno lay in a separate bathtub in the hotel and enjoyed Vita's comfortable massage, making a red nasal sound. The four of them were in the bathroom, and only Connie was still in charge of handling contact matters.

The noble area cannot be moved for the time being, and other areas have entered a closed state. The three churches have sent a large number of members to protect the safety of the people. The city guard has also become busy. Connie does a lot of things. She is mainly responsible for assigning patrols and inspections in various areas. number of people, and other miscellaneous things.

Not long after, Connie, whose face was obviously tired, dragged her tired body back to the hotel room. She walked to the bathroom and waved to take off her clothes. She squeezed in next to the half-elf girl and closed her eyes.

"Arnold," Connie looked sideways at Lorenno, "are you really going to use force to force the nobles to execute?"

"This can be false. I represent the empire. Vita, go and press Connie's hand."

Lorenno didn't take this matter to heart at all, and called the constructed girl to relax Connie who had been busy all day. Connie's tight muscles gradually relaxed, and she said hesitantly: "How about... It’s better for me to do it, I want to take back the Principality of Gray Eagle anyway.”

"Oh, just leave this offending matter to me. Anyway, I'm not afraid of being hated by others."

The half-elf doesn't matter anyway. Regardless of whether Cardinal City holds a grudge or something, can it have any impact on her? Whether it's the memory of Majnus or the teachings of Ben and his mother since childhood, they all told Lorenno some backward rules. Actually completely useless.

In order to reassure Connie, Lorenno said: "Connie, you can't be liked by everyone. You can gain the allegiance of nobles who disobey orders, but if the rewards are not proportional to the efforts, why do you do this?"

Turning over, she raised her hands to look like a scale and expressed the weight of certain things in her heart: "My mother told me that everything has its value, and pricelessness is also valuable."

Lorenno put down his hand: "This is the allegiance and recognition of some disobedient nobles in Cardinal City, their malice, the damage they may cause, etc. Its effectiveness... one year? Half a year? Or a month or even a day?”

"And on the other side is my goodwill and time. If I add righteousness into it, it is the safety of the people of Cardinal City, although I have not thought about it that way."

The half-elf held the raised hand and looked at Connie seriously: "The most important thing is my kindness, Connie. I don't mind giving my kindness to many people, but it is definitely not cheap. On the contrary, it It’s very heavy on my mind.”

As soon as she finished speaking, one of the girl's eyes turned golden, and Aya interjected: "Her kindness is indeed very cheap, and it doesn't become cheap after adding me."

"Hey! Sister!"

After muttering, Lorenno coughed and sank his clenched fist into the water. The allegiance of the nobles on the other side was raised high: "In short, from all aspects of comparison, their value is not worthy of my time and energy, so why should I?" Do you have to spend time winning them over?”

"You're good to know."

Listening to Lorenno's explanation, Connie felt relieved and enjoyed the service of the constructed girl.

The next day, Lorenno did not go looking for traces of the elf mage and Duchev. With so many people looking for them together, they might not be able to find them. Adding her would have little effect. It was better to conduct psychic training at home. The girl had the talent. I have a hunch that I still have to fight the federal personnel here.