It has to be said that royal luxury is beyond the imagination of ordinary people. Even the marching tents are full of blinding designs.
Before Ren walked in, he could see that all the supporting metal parts inside the tent were shining with gold, and the ornaments inside were also in the royal style with extremely exquisite craftsmanship.
After stepping into the tent, it is obvious that there will be a soft and just the right rebound touch under the feet, which is a thick fine pile carpet.
The magic lamp shines a comfortable and soft light, and the whole tent looks very warm, not at all as simple as an ordinary hunter tent.
And the most amazing thing is that there are blue magic patterns on the top of the entire tent, which not only takes into account various magical effects, but also is dotted with stars, making it as beautiful as a starry sky roof. Let people lie in the tent, like lying under the stars on a summer night.
Obviously, this is Ymir's own tent.
... ...
In addition to a neat large bed, there are also finely carved mahogany tables and chairs in the tent.
Ymir sat on the chair, pointed to another chair, and said to Ren, "Sit down."
After a pause, she added: "There is a magic isolation device in the tent, so no one can hear our conversation. You can tell me what you wanted to say just now..."
As she said this, a hint of surprise flashed through the eyes of the eldest princess.
If I remember correctly, this man did not wear a gas mask from beginning to end. But the "poisonous mist" in this forest is so thick that even high-level extraordinary beings can't bear it. How did he do it
However, the curiosity of the eldest princess disappeared in a flash, and she was not interested in asking about something that was not too important.
"Is such that... "
Ren didn't hesitate and took out the letter directly.
There was no maid here, and there was no one to deliver the message, so he could only walk forward and hand it to Ymir himself: "This is a letter from a man named 'Clemens F. Metternich' three months ago." You found me at the plague base and asked me to bring you a letter."
After handing over the letter, he didn't show any politeness and sat down on the chair carelessly.
"Delivery? Metternich?"
Although Ymir guessed that if Ren came to visit him here, there must be something big going on.
But when she looked at the letter in front of her, she was still surprised.
How could a political enemy who was impossible to make friends with on his own initiative write to him
And using this almost "bizarre" method to bring it to people
... ...
"That day, he came here with Master Cavo from Glory City, and it seemed that they were fighting for some reason..."
Ren felt it was necessary to tell Ymir about the situation when he received the letter so that she could distinguish the authenticity of the content in the letter, so he described it in detail.
Except for the details of the card game, most of the conversations between several people were completely retold.
Ymir also listened carefully because of his suspicion.
At first, she focused entirely on Metternich, who gave her a very sinister impression, but when she heard that Master Cavo from Glory City was also here, she became even more curious.
There are not many people in this world that this eldest princess feels special importance to.
But it just so happens that these two people mentioned by Ren are both.
So as soon as she heard Ren speak, she was not in a hurry to open the envelope.
Ymir instinctively wondered what would be the reason for these two completely unrelated people to meet together
Originally, she thought those two were the protagonists in what Ren was retelling, but as she listened, she felt something was wrong.
The two people she thought were the "central characters" of the card-playing conversation were the audience for almost the entire process.
And the guy in front of me is the protagonist of "The Great Orator"!
So what social development process...
What about democracy, freedom, equality, justice, rule of law...etc.
Listening to a series of conversations, the eldest princess's scalp was numb, and she was no less shocked than when Master Cavo and Meret heard it!
The more they stand at the top level of society, the more they can understand the amazing sociological theory contained in Lane's "speech".
This is real "great wisdom"!
She also saw the shadow of her own "New Deal" in Lane's theory of civilization development.
Moreover, what she thought was the “most ideal New Deal” turned out to be just a link in the development of civilization
It turns out that under this "semi-feudal and semi-slavery" social system, the reforms of myself and my brother are destined to fail
Wave after wave of shock made the eldest princess look at Ren more and more strangely.
Her attention was drawn to him unconsciously, and her pretty face showed an unprecedented solemnity, as well as a strong desire for "knowledge" beyond cognition.
... ...
Eh... Delivering letters is obviously the key point!
Ymir didn't expect that before she read the letter, Ren's call would be like a wake-up call, leaving her confused.
For a long time, Ren's words echoed in my mind like lingering sounds, and those novel words appeared repeatedly. It's like it's been engraved in my mind, and I can't get rid of it.
The world view was forcibly refreshed again, and Ymir's expression became very strange.
Is this guy a devil...
Why is it that every time we meet, it feels like a monster has barged in and trampled heavily on our worldview
It's always so unexpected...
She felt that perhaps for a long time in the future, the words this guy said would echo in her mind again and again, even in her dreams.
... ... .
At this time, Lane's narrative was coming to an end.
"I asked her at that time, 'What should I do if I can't find it?' and he said, 'Then you can only blame the eldest princess for bringing you bad luck. Life is a process of gambling with fate'... "
He spread his hands and finished the dialogue imitating Metternich's cynical tone.
He added: "This is almost the whole process. I think, Your Highness Ymir, you may need to know the situation at that time."
"you... "
Ymir felt that his thoughts were so confused!
At this moment, she felt that she should sit down and think about it, pondering over the theory that she had just heard that shocked her again and again.
But reality forced her thoughts back to reality.
Because the guy in front of him stared at his face again and asked seriously: "Prince Princess, are you okay?"
Seriously, have you been distracted for a long time
Ymir held his forehead slightly and calmed his thoughts.
After listening to that theory, she felt that the "New Deal" she conceived should be rethought.
Turning around, she looked at Ren with a complicated expression and asked, "Those theories just now...where did you learn them?"
Ren was stunned: "What theory?"
Ymir: "It's those social systems and democracy, freedom, equality... those theories."
This was not something that could be made up casually. She was very sure that none of the staff around her had such a vision.
Even looking at the two great empires, absolutely no one can deduce such a perfect civilization development process!
Even Master Kawo, who is said to be knowledgeable about the past and present, has less than half of his ideas, otherwise the Glory City would not be in its current situation.
"ha?"
When Ren heard Ymir's words, he felt that his mind was jumping a lot.
Eh... What's the point of what I'm saying to you
It’s a letter, okay!
Without thinking about it, he said casually: "Oh... I don't have any hobbies. I usually like to read books. After reading too many books, I like to think randomly. Those words... don't worry about it."
Renn was not interested in blowing the whistle again.
After a pause, he forcibly switched to the main topic and asked: "Um... Your Highness Ymir, don't you read the content of the letter?"
"..."
Hearing this, Ymir's eyes twitched, and his eyes suddenly became very complicated.
Only then did she look at the "letter" in her hand that wasn't even sealed with fire paint.
Although Her Royal Highness the Princess looked calm at the moment, her heart was full of passion. She felt that even if there was something else in the letter, she wouldn't be shocked.
But when she took out the letter paper and looked at it, her blue pupils shrank suddenly and she exclaimed softly: "How is that possible!"
"???"
Renn didn't know what was written in the letter that would make the ice-cold His Highness Ymir show such a shocked expression.
But seeing her eyes darting from side to side, presumably reading the contents of the letter quickly, she didn't bother him.
After a few breaths,
Ymir read the entire letter and frowned.
She didn't speak, but held her chin with her hand, as if she was weighing some important decision.
Renn just stood there quietly and didn't speak.
After another long while,
Ymir's brows slowly relaxed, as if he had made some decision, and sighed softly.
"That's all..."
Then, she turned to look at Ren and asked, "So, it wasn't Metternich who told you I was here using divination?"
"no."
Ren nodded and said, "Well, delivering the letter is just one of the things I came to see you for."
After a pause, he entered the second topic.
"I want to tell you that the temple you are looking for is a 'death place' and is not worth the risk. Therefore, I would like to advise Her Royal Highness the Princess not to go..."
To Ren's surprise, Ymir didn't ask him why he knew so clearly. Instead, he asked an incomprehensible question: "Huh? You... didn't read the content of the letter?"
"???"
Renn: "No."
When conditions were ready for launch, he asked casually: "Is this information already written in the letter?"
Ymir suddenly felt that the conversation between himself and the guy opposite was a bit strange.
She felt that there was nothing to hide from her "allies", so she said directly: "What the letter says is that the five major families in Glory City and the Omar Empire have reached a secret alliance. Soon, Glory City will declare its founding. And the eldest prince The five major families are conspiring to deal with me... If I fail to deal with it, it is likely to bring devastating disaster to my territory construction... "
"ah?!"
Ren's expression froze upon hearing this.
Mission Impossible
He instantly felt that the script was very familiar and asked: "Is that Metternich the person Her Royal Highness the Princess arranged to be with the eldest prince?"
"no."
Ymir shook his head decisively in denial, looking very confused.
If it was really the secret she left behind, she wouldn't be surprised at all when she saw this letter.
But unfortunately, it’s not!
Judging from the information she has now investigated, that Metternich is definitely "an enemy rather than a friend." Even when he was in danger many times, there was a shadow of this guy manipulating the conspiracy behind his back!
"???"
When Ren heard this, he suddenly felt that his brain was not strong enough.
A political enemy comes to give you information and leaks the other party's top secrets
What kind of operation is this
He instinctively doubted: "Could the information be false?"
"No, it can't be fake."
Ymir shook his head again: "The letter clearly stated some arrangements that only the top five families and Omar knew. Moreover, I have actually obtained some clues about many of the contents above. The letter said, I also confirmed that the information was true."
... ...
Ren was speechless.
Is it really like what Metternich said, that he wanted to send Ymir some life-or-death information with good intentions
He suddenly felt that the circle of nobles was so complicated, and he couldn't understand the intrigues at all.
However, it didn't have much to do with him anyway, so he didn't think much about it.
But after receiving this information, Ymir could no longer ignore it. No matter what, she had to personally take charge of the overall situation.
She said: "If I didn't get this information, I might continue to look for the temple. But now, I have to leave the forest and make some arrangements."
When Ren heard this, he realized that it was no wonder that he had just advised her not to go to the temple, but she asked herself "Have you read the letter?"
If he had known the contents of the letter earlier, he would have guessed that Ymir had no intention of going to any temple at all.
Compared to improving one's own strength, territory construction is more valuable to the eldest princess as a teammate.
At this time, Ymir was also curious: "Since Metternich didn't divine my location, how did you find me accurately?"
Ren said truthfully: "You are now surrounded by Coleman warriors. If you don't retreat, there will definitely be a big battle..."
Both Ymir and the Coleman warriors are "allies" to him.
He didn't want to see his two powerful allies fighting each other.
Moreover, besides "persuing" and "delivering letters", he came for a more important purpose!
... ...
Ymir: "Coleman clan?"
Renn: "That's what hunters call 'savages'."
"So... we are actually surrounded by barbarians now?"
Hearing this, Ymir frowned slightly, but he was not too surprised.
Entering the forest, they were always ready to be attacked by barbarians. But thinking about it, even if they encounter it, their team is fully capable of breaking out.
Instead, she asked curiously: "How do you know so clearly?"
Ren felt that for future in-depth cooperation, it was necessary to disclose some necessary information to the allies, so he said: "Because the Coleman tribe is my friend. And the warriors in the tribe discovered your traces as early as two days, and then I guessed that you were here, so I came over to deliver the letter and advise you to leave."
Ymir was greatly surprised: "Those barbarians didn't kill you, but regarded you as a friend?"
This was completely different from her impression: Aren't these barbarians determined to fight to the death when they meet
"It's very troublesome to explain."
Ren organized his words and then said: "To put it simply, I once rescued a Coleman priest and became their friend. Of course... these are not important."
He felt that the process was not important, and said more emphatically: "The important thing is that I think you are my 'ally'. I don't want you to take risks, nor do I want you to conflict with the warriors of the tribe. Moreover, in addition to sending messages, I I have something more important to tell you today."
Ymir felt that his shock was about to run out. He looked at Ren and said in disbelief: "Is there anything more important?"
Whether it was the previous "remarks" or the "letter", Her Royal Highness the Princess felt that it was an important event that must be taken seriously...
Unexpectedly, this guy also said, is there anything "more important"
Ren didn't rush to say anything, but instead asked proactively: "Your Highness Ymir, do you have a blank magic contract scroll in your tent?"
"have."
Ymir vaguely felt that Ren was really going to tell her some news that would shock her, "What do you want to do?"
"I think... "
Having said this, Ren slowly exhaled a breath and said with a serious look: "Let's talk to you about a plan that might break the current 'Glory City Monopoly'!"
Having said this, he did not continue, but changed the subject.
"But before that, we must sign some necessary contracts. Because this is not only related to my interests, but also involves the lives of many people."
"good!"
Ymir didn't hesitate and took out a high-level magic contract scroll.
Then he took out the quill and the magic potion.
If there had been no previous conversation, she would definitely have considered it again. But now, after hearing about the plan to "break the monopoly of Glory City", she immediately realized that it was not that simple.
... ... .
Ren was not polite and directly scrawled a few contract details about confidentiality and distribution on the scroll, and then signed his name.
Ymir didn't seem to have any problem and signed his name decisively.
Ren didn't hesitate and went straight to the point: "I looked through the Coleman clan's map in detail, and then discovered a top-secret route that can cross the Alcoron Mountains in addition to the 'Sounding Wind Pass'!"
Sure enough, it was a bombshell when he opened his mouth.
Even though Ymir's mood had long since calmed down, when he heard the news, he felt as if he was electrocuted, and he was stunned on the spot.
When Ymir heard this, his eyes trembled, and he asked in an expectant and disbelieving tone: "What! You mean, another... pass?"
Her current situation is so difficult and she is being suppressed everywhere. The fundamental reason is actually that the "Xianfeng Pass" is controlled by people from the Glory City!
If there really is another "pass", then not only her situation, but even the structure of the two empires will change!
"Yes!"
Before the shock on her pretty face dissipated, Ren continued to drop bombshells and said: "Moreover, I also got a precise map to confirm that the wreckage of the flying mechanical city we are looking for is... Around that awkward place!”
As he spoke, he took out the route map he had drawn, which was almost as accurate as a satellite map, and then pointed out the route he mentioned above.
At this moment, Ymir ignored the princess's reserve and approached Renn excitedly, looking at the map he spread out on the table.
"Is this the Alcoron Mountains? You..."
Her slender fingers pointed at the long mountain range on the map, and her delicate body trembled slightly in shock, "Your map is actually so detailed?"
A strategist's eye can immediately tell the difference between this map and an ordinary map.
Even more accurate than their Omar military map!
Ren knew that she would be surprised, but he didn't want to put future "allies" into danger because of errors on the map.
He did not explain the origin of the map, but said: "This is the 'Kalatva Basin', which is the coordinates of the airship wreckage I mentioned."
"The Kalatwa Basin?"
A completely unfamiliar place name.
Ymir had also studied the map in Baron Morin's relics in detail. Now that Renne had taken out such a precise map, she could easily match the coordinates on the two maps.
She unconsciously opened her red lips, and her breathing became slightly heavier due to the excitement of the blood in her body.
She could see the strategic significance of this map at a glance!
If there is such a "pass", the most unfavorable conditions that restrict her from building a city will disappear in an instant!
Moreover, according to her previous thinking, no matter how hard she worked, she would only be able to build a small territory that was much inferior to Glory City.
But now, she can completely follow her own ideas and create a "new city" that is unstoppable!
This moment...
Ymir's heart was filled with huge waves. She didn't know how to calm down, nor did she want to calm down.
She looked at Ren again, and suddenly she felt that the clouds and rain had dispersed, and the future suddenly became bright. Her mood was like sunshine after a heavy rain, giving people endless hope.
And, it’s not over yet!
Lane also developed a detailed and in-depth cooperation plan.
"Moreover, I also have a development plan. If it succeeds, the new city will definitely be built quickly... But the contents of the covenant must be modified. After all, this involves more than just my interests."
"good... "
"This is how we..."
"Can."
"If you do this again..."
"Um."
"..."
... ...
Not long after, the two ended their secret conversation and walked out of the tent.
Both of them had relaxed expressions on their faces as if they were having a great conversation.
"Then... His Highness Ymir, I wish us a happy cooperation."
"Well, it's a pleasure to work with you."
"Be careful on the road. The tribe should send soldiers to follow you out of the forest, but they have no ill intentions..."
"Um."
"..."
Ymir was preparing to pack up the camp and return home, but Ren didn't plan to stay any longer. The Coleman soldiers outside were still waiting for him to bring back the news.
"By the way, Dr. Lane, there's one more thing..."
Before leaving, Ymir suddenly thought of something and said to Ren: "Your teacher, Dr. Ilubek, has been rescued by my people and is safe now."
"real?!"
Ren was overjoyed when he heard this, and the worry that had been hanging in his heart for a long time finally fell away.
He looked at Ymir and thanked him sincerely: "Thank you."
"Need not."
Ymir's expression was a little complicated, "Compared to the help you provided me... I should say... thank you."
Renn smiled noncommittally.
"Oh, one more thing."
At this time, Ymir took out another long box and said: "Last time you asked me about the mechanical code, I got the key from the people at Blackwater Tower. Do you still have this thing in my hand? What's the use? I hope it can be helpful to you..."
"Um."
Ren got the key and turned around to leave without saying much.
At this time, Ymir hesitated for a moment, and rarely took the initiative to speak: "I got news that top experts from the five major families, Omar and Sid are coming. It seems that they are planning to invade the forest in a big way recently. The war will definitely start. It’s getting wider...be careful.”
After today's conversation, she confirmed that Renn had a "great talent" and was an ally. In terms of emotion and reason, I should have taken more care of him.
When Ren heard this, he said, "Okay, got it."
... ...
It was originally a simple greeting between the two before they parted.
But it sounds different to other people's ears.
Your Highness, the eldest princess, actually takes the initiative to care about a man? when? Who has this qualification
The subordinates didn't know what the eldest princess and Dr. Lane had been talking about in secret for so long.
Although he didn't ask any questions, his heart became very strange.
How sensitive is the high-level extraordinary perception
Although Her Royal Highness the Princess still looked cold. But her face was slightly flushed and her breathing was slightly rapid. How could everyone not notice her subtle reactions
This cold-tempered Princess Princess always looks like this. How could she suddenly change
What happened in the tent