For most people, this evening of the day is a rare moment of relaxation.
Although the devil's floating city is still moving in the direction of Hermes day and night, at least the Dawn King can't see this scene. Being away from the front line gave everyone a brief period of tranquility, especially when they were going to the battlefield again the next day and went their separate ways, this kind of tranquility was even more precious.
When Andrea walked into the family mansion compound, Horford Quinn was already waiting for her at the door.
"Welcome home, daughter."
"Well..." Andrea nodded slightly. This was her return to the family mansion after a year's lapse, and she did not break in, but entered it with the welcome of the servants. To be honest, she prefers to spend these time with Tilly, but when she received the invitation letter from the other party, she felt a touch in her heart, and finally agreed inexplicably.
This kind of thing can obviously be told to her directly after the meeting.
Probably... He was also afraid of rejection.
But when it came time to face to face, she didn't know what to say.
After all, this was different from the last meeting, when she came with a mission, but now it's just a slightly unfamiliar reunion.
"What do you want to… chat with me?" Andrea asked as she walked down the aisle.
"A lot, such as what you experienced on the front line, such as your partner, such as that Mr. Roland Wimbledon..."
"That's just an idiot, nothing to talk about," Andrea replied casually, then realized something was wrong, "Uh, I mean..."
"It can be seen that he is a tolerant prince." Horford smiled, "Don't worry, I know you are a little uncomfortable. If it's just two people talking, I'm afraid it will be very difficult tonight, so I made some preparations. "
"Prepare?"
"You'll understand when you go in." He stopped at the door of the main hall.
Andrea pushed open the door with some doubts. Before she could see the situation in the room, a figure rushed towards her.
"I miss you, Miss Quinn!"
I see…
She opened her hand slightly amusedly, and let the other person hug her.
It was Belinda Losey who rushed forward.
In addition, there are two other people at the long table, Otto Losey and Oro Tokat. The latter two also seemed quite excited, and Otto even seemed to be at a loss.
This scene instantly made Andrea seem to return to the days when she had not awakened to become a witch more than ten years ago.
Belinda's chatter and Oro's enthusiasm quickly dissolved the initial stiffness, and his father, who almost never chatted and laughed with his juniors, sat with them on a rare occasion.
In order to have a few words with himself, he really did his best... Andrea suddenly found that the hatred in her heart was almost gone.
"By the way, after the war is over, we will also go to Neverwinter City, and we will be able to see each other often." Belinda winked at her.
Andrea raised her eyebrows in surprise, "You mean..."
"Of course the three of us together!"
"Hmm, um!" Auro nodded vigorously.
"Wait... Are Otto and Oro the heirs of the family? If you leave the territory for a long time, can the two old earls of your family agree?" Andrea looked at Otto suspiciously. Could it be that this guy was there? Secretly instigating? That would be too irresponsible.
"No... it's not what you think," Otto waved his hand quickly and stammered, "Although I hope so, but that, that is only part of the factor... In short, in short... "
"Let me explain." Belinda patted the elder brother on the shoulder sympathetically, and then said to Andrea, "You rarely stay in the morning, so you don't know the recent changes. Now in a big city, Especially in the aristocratic circle of Radiance City, there is a saying that if a family knows nothing about natural science, it is doomed to decline."
"Natural science? Could it be..."
"That's right," Belinda nodded with a smile, "it was indeed the Theoretical Basis of Natural Science published by Neverwinter at the beginning, but it has now been refined into multiple disciplines. Some people call it Xinxianxue, Some people think that alchemy and astrology are only part of it, but no matter what, there is indeed such a trend in the noble circle, as long as it is a natural science book from Neverwinter City, there will be merchants buying it at a high price."
"My father was also affected, so when we proposed this idea, he did not object too much. After all, self-study is not as good as having a special person to guide." She continued, "Not to mention that several families have been ahead. Father I probably don't want the Losey family to fall behind. So this is not irresponsible! In the words of my father, he will have no problem holding on for a few more years."
"They're just provoked by planes and steel ships," Auro shrugged indifferently. "Of course, if you can let me go out and travel, I agree with both hands."
"That's what I want to say... that's exactly what I'm talking about." Otto sighed, "Also, we're going to hold a book club."
"What is that?" Andrea asked curiously.
"There are so many things about natural science, and there are only three of us." Belinda spread her hands and said, "So we want to select some well-qualified businessmen and commoners and give them a chance to get in touch with natural science. If they are outstanding, they will be included in the family, which can be regarded as serving multiple purposes. What do you think?"
Andrea didn't know what to answer for a while.
She suddenly realized that, whether it was her father, or anyone else, something was changing.
The witches, who were considered taboo in the past, and the evil kingdom Greycastle, which sheltered witches and relieved the nobles of their power, would never be the goals that the upper class of Dawn would be willing to follow. But now, these once-sharp boundaries have begun to blur.
She couldn't help but look at her father Horford Quinn.
There is no doubt that there must be his guidance here.
He is really trying to make amends.
What has happened can never be undone, but subsequent changes will at least keep it from repeating itself.
That's what you're trying to say, isn't it, Father
…
In the next few days, the two countries, Greycastle and Dawn, jointly launched operations.
The nobles set up nearly 100 response points on the northwest main road to provide dry food and tent accommodation for the panic-stricken wave of refugees. The First Army medical team treated the wounded and sick under the protection of God's Punishment Witch. In the places where the refugees are densest, a very soft and pleasant singing voice is often heard, and even the most manic and restless person will quickly settle down under such a voice.
The Church of Hermes also launched a parade under the leadership of the new Pope, Isabella, to appease the displaced people who were forced to evacuate their homes. , Except for the people of Greycastle who have the ability to fight against the devil, there is only the church that serves the gods.
Thanks to the efforts of many parties, the panic wave was finally brought under control before it caused irreversible damage. Although the refugees were unable to return to their original towns for a period of time, the places that had not been affected were finally stabilized. .
And the first army's air raid rehearsal is also ready at this moment.