But this can only be called a suspicion, and it is still not evidence. Since Mangroven ventured here, there must be real evidence in his possession. Brando thought so, and continued to ask: "What then?"
"Then just a week ago, the Cruze's envoy arrived in Eruin." Veronica replied.
"What do you mean?" Brando frowned. This news is not news anymore. A Cruze’s legionnaire and the first heir to the throne disappeared inexplicably in the big bang, which is in love with the Cruze. All should send an envoy to investigate. It would be strange if they did not investigate. He didn't know why Veronica would make a fuss about this, and couldn't help looking at each other suspiciously.
"On the surface," Mangrove replied slowly, putting down his pipe at this time, "but the problem is that there is an extra person in this mission."
"Excessive people?"
"The man is called Donus Bernie, and he is your majesty's emissary. Before he left the empire, we learned that he came to Eruin to confirm the death of the prince's eldest son."
Brando seemed to be suddenly stunned, that is to say, someone really wanted to confirm that the eldest son of the emperor was dead, and that this person was very likely to be the Queen of Silver, because Viscount Bernie was a confidant of hers. But he was still a little cautious. There is nothing trivial about the succession, especially for an empire. He looked at the two people in front of him, thought carefully before and after, and continued to ask: "The lonely evidence does not stand, and the appearance of this person is also not a problem. It can only explain one aspect of the problem. After all, succession to the throne is not a trivial matter for the empire, and it is reasonable to send someone to confirm the death of the heir."
Veronica glanced at Mangrove, and then replied, "It is true, but we still have a witness."
"Who?" Brando was startled slightly, thinking that these two people would not have kidnapped people from the envoy to his territory. This would be too daring. But unexpectedly, the female army commander asked, "Brando, do you remember the lizardman swordmaster you met in the Spiral Hall?"
"She," Brando called out the name in one sigh. His life and death experience at the time was really too impressive for him: "I know this person."
"Do you know it?" Veronica was a little surprised.
Brando nodded: "There are not many foreign sword saints, not to mention that I have some friendship with the grayfin naga, and I am not unfamiliar with some of their rivals. This person is from the red ring lizard man, the red ring lizard. Humans happen to be the servant race of the Deepscale Naga, so I know it. It was the most famous warrior among the red-ringed lizardmen in its youth. It has been a sword master for decades."
"It's now locked under the ground of this hostel."
"What!" Brando was about to jump up again. He thought that the guy had escaped back to the sea of shining after the explosion, but he unexpectedly became a prisoner of Veronica. But he suddenly reacted to something and couldn't help but blurt out, "Could it be that..."
Veronica slapped the smoke in front of her with her hand, and replied: "Brando, you must not know that Deepscale Naga has already formed an alliance with Her Majesty the Queen."
"So...?" A bold idea was forming in Brando's mind.
The female corps commander did not answer, but just nodded affirmatively. For the ministers, discussing these issues is in itself a treachery. If they had to say that sentence in person, their feelings would be almost no different from treason. But that was enough, everything was logical in Brando's heart, and the Queen of Silver had indeed sent him to assassinate the eldest son Lenaret.
He couldn't help being a little funny. He originally thought that the other party was targeting him, but now he thinks that it is indeed full of loopholes. Deepscale Naga is looking for a land ally. How could he choose Anlek like the bereaved dog? He was instinctively at the time. He thinks that the Greyfin Naga is allied with him, so their opponents are naturally looking for the opponent, but he suddenly realized that his eyes are a little too limited to Eruin. The reality is that the Deepscale Naga simply looks down on it. Anlek, what they need is a strategic ally who can support them on land, not an opponent who can trouble Brando for him.
In this way, the Cruz people are indeed the best choice, and if the Silver Queen does have the ambition to unify Vaughan, she does need a partner in the ocean.
What's more, Zhao appeared in the Spiral Hall at that time. His first reaction was that the opponent came to assassinate him, but now there are some problems thinking about it. If Deepscale Naga wants to deal with himself, then the best choice should be Tonigel . Because Tonigel relies on the sea, although it is said to be his base camp, the so-called master in this base camp is actually only his teacher Mephistopheles. However, Shenlin Naga chose to die deep inland. Frost Forest started, let’s not talk about how much trouble it was for the sea lizards and the naga clan to arrange an assassination plan inland. You must know that Brando was around Veronica, Mephistopheles and Aloz at the time. Master, these three people are all known to the outside world, and Shenlin Naga will not have no news at all.
So Chan appeared there, only possibly because of other purposes.
What is the purpose
Of course, it is impossible to help Anlek. Deepscale Naga is not a charity organization. It supports the resistance organization in Eruin all the way. You must know that this resistance organization is still related to the unity of all things. But if Deepscale Naga had already formed an alliance with the Silver Queen, it made sense. Shao's goal could only be directed at the eldest son of the Cruz people.
It was further concluded that this hapless lizardman swordmaster was probably caught by Veronica while sneaking on the eldest son of the emperor. Veronica in history is naturally not Sun’s opponent, but after experiencing the trade winds in the First World War, the female army commander’s strength has grown extremely fast, and has far surpassed her in the mid-period, so Sun took the old calendar. Thinking that he was foolproof, he was caught off guard in the end, and it is normal for him to miss and be caught.
After just a few breaths, Brando came to this full set of conclusions. Since Veronica is so sure, it means that she must have recruited everything. After all, it is not the crux of the Cruz people, and it is unlikely to die. Do not let go.
Brando folded his hands, thinking about whether to agree to Veronica's request for the first time.
He could help Veronica conceal the news of their arrival in Tonigel, because, as he said, it was just a small effort, but this time, he had to think carefully. Involved in the dispute of an empire’s succession, this is definitely an extremely dangerous thing. For the supreme power, those nobles have done everything, which means that his decision may involve the newly born Tonigel in danger again. Among them, Brando didn't want to see Cruz's spies appear in the streets and alleys of Fir City.
But on the other hand, this is indeed an opportunity.
Although the news about the eldest son of the prince in Tonigel is leaked, it is very possible to anger the queen. But in fact, what will happen if the Queen of Silver is willing to expand, then Eruin, who is close to the Cruz Empire, will bear the brunt, which means that in fact, whether he provokes him or not, he must first face the empire. The Thunder Fury, but if it draws Cruz’s military and even a part of the secular forces by this, the Queen will go her own way at that time, and it may split the Cruz Empire internally, and it will not necessarily be a civil war.
If that were the case, it would be too irritating, and Brando would laugh out loud in his dreams.
What's more, there is also the Temple of Flame. Although it is under the pressure of the dragon clan, there is resistance when there is oppression. Like Vala, who holds the supreme power, how can it be willing to be kept on the head and the queen ruled Cruz In the forty years of the empire, he swallowed his anger for forty years. Seeing that it was about to be liberated, now the dragons are coming again. This is simply tolerable or unbearable. Brando feels that he wants to be in the position of Valla. Shang felt that he couldn't bear it. Although Walla was known as wise, the clay figurines also had three points of earthiness. If the temple was also impulsive, then the civil war of the Cruz Empire would be properly secured by seven points.
Brando was silent for a long while, repeatedly considering the details. He was not good at these conspiracies, so he was very slow to think about it. But Veronica and Mangrove didn’t seem to be in a hurry. Veronica sat down and took a sip from the teacup. The latter finally installed the tobacco, struck a match and lit the fire, and took a deep breath. , Squinted his eyes, seemingly enjoying it.
The room was a little quiet for a while. Antitina stared at the two people sitting opposite to her lord. She seemed to have heard a very absurd story before, but this story now affects all of them, so important. It was decided that she had no room for intervention. In fact, she did not dare to speak, and could only wait silently for Brando to make a decision.
Brando took a breath at last.
"Apart from letting Prince Lenaret stay in Tonigel, what are you going to do?" He asked a question like this.
This already represents a loosening of attitude. Veronica put down her teacup, breathed out a little, and replied: "Not only the eldest son of the emperor, but also Shiduo and the Knights of the Sword will stay here, otherwise people will stay here. There is so much mixed up, it is inevitable that the news will not leak out. Although they are all students I can trust, this matter is too important, and I don't need to let these young people take responsibility."
"Are you going to return to the Empire?" Brando heard a hint.
Veronica nodded: "If Shiduo can't go back to them, I will return to the empire alone, because I have killed the first heir of the empire and caused the destruction of the entire Knights of Broken Sword. I will definitely take responsibility. . But the problem should not be big. The heir to the throne must make preparations to benefit all accidents. This is not without precedent in the history of the empire. My responsibility will only be improper command, and will not be arbitrarily. The anger gets worse, otherwise, no one in the future empire will dare to do anything. Everyone understands this truth-the more you do, the more mistakes you make."
She glanced at Mangrove: "The three families of the northern nobles have all passed the anger. The military will try to protect me. I think I may be demoted, but retain the title. Your Majesty needs a trusted legion commander, and this is also true. Part of our deal with her, but as long as Lenaret is still alive, there is still a chance for everything in the future."
Brando took a pity at Veronica. This female legionnaire was considered an outstanding legionnaire in the history of the empire. It would be a shame if she was left unused because of the internal trading of the throne. But this is a good thing for Eruin, not to mention that there is a very unlikely hope in his heart: anyone can see that this legionnaire and his teacher Mephistopheles might have something wrong. A well-known story, if he is saying that if the silver queen in the future stirs the wind and the rain in the empire, and Veronica has been idle forever, maybe Eruin will have an outstanding duke in the future. .
Although Veronica would certainly not be willing to fight the Cruz people, Eluin is not only Cruz an opponent, isn't there Madara? In history, Veronica and Freya once had the status of master and apprentice for a period of time. Of course, it was during the time when the relationship between the two countries was best. If in this period of history, the two can re-establish This kind of relationship, and two female gods of war, one old and one young, appear on the battlefield against Madara at the same time.
Brando felt like thinking about it.
But he still opened his mouth and said: "But have the two of you considered a question. If the situation is not as you expected, if the eldest son of the emperor fails to return to the empire, did Her Majesty the Queen appoint another heir?" He sat on the sofa, Speaking these words slowly behind the smoke screen surrounded by clouds and mist, it seemed full of mystery. Veronica exchanged glances with Mangrove. From their looks, it was not that the two empire commanders had not considered this question, but the answer they gave was:
Still had to take a gamble.
"His Royal Highness himself agrees?"
Veronica nodded slowly. Brando understood that the verbal evidence from the Lizardman Sword Saint She thought gave them great confidence. Indeed, the Red Ring Lizardman has nothing to do with the Cruz people, and the spheres of influence of the two sides are not intertwined. It is really unnecessary. To slander an imperial queen.
Brando lowered his eyelids and pondered for a moment, then he raised his head again, as if made up his mind: "Let’s discuss the details."
The head of the female army showed surprise in her eyes. Of course, she understood how rare it was for Brando to make this decision. This incident had nothing to do with him. This young man made such a decision probably because The relationship between them. This made her feel both ashamed and touched. Since the ring of trade winds, it seems that this young man has been helping her. As an elder, she has been causing trouble to each other. Thinking of this, Veronica sees Brando's eyes were much more cordial than others, some of them seemed like a real elder was watching the younger in his own family.
She sighed, a little ashamed, but didn't know that the whole thing was completely different from what she thought. In her thoughts, an outstanding talent like Brando, no matter how the situation changes, can always acquire the status of a nobleman. Even if he serves for the empire in the future, his status may be higher than today. In the eyes of nobles like her, the royal power is separated from the power of the local aristocracy. Eruin’s fate is nothing but the fate of the Eruin royal family, and the rise and fall of Eruin has nothing to do with the local aristocracy like Brando. .
The fact is also true.
But Veronica could not have imagined that Brando’s Eruin Kingdom is based on the concept of nation. This Lord Earl considers issues from the interests of the entire Eruin, so he agreed to this request. In fact It is a beneficial and harmless nuisance to Tonigel's interests, but it is a more advantageous choice for the entire kingdom. In the eyes of outsiders, Brando is a big loss, but Brando himself feels that he is a big profit.
Brando certainly noticed the change in Veronica's attitude at this time, and he was also a little surprised why the female army commander was suddenly moved like this, but it was a good opportunity for him. Although it has been determined to provide political asylum for Prince Lenaret, there are too many details worthy of scrutiny, and he must fight for the best compensation for himself.
"I have a request," he said: "The Knights of Folding Swords staying in Tonigel as a whole, this is naturally a last resort, but the problem is that this is a Knights Order, all young and energetic young people, and There are a large number of people, and if there is no one to manage, it may become a hidden danger sooner or later. Moreover, Tonigel is not their hometown after all, and these young people should be kept incognito in places thousands of miles away because of reasons that have nothing to do with their own vital interests. , This is a bit harder anyway."
He looked at Veronica and interrupted what the other party hadn’t said yet: “I understand, Madam Legion Commander, you want to say that they are soldiers. Soldiers are bound to obey orders. But soldiers are also humans. It only takes a while to get off the military uniform, and they will forget the order and glory. Without the sense of glory, they will be nothing."
After listening to these words, Veronica couldn't help but shut her mouth. She had to say that Brando made a lot of sense, and she was indeed taking it for granted. Mangrove also nodded. He has a longer military career and understands the truth of what the young man is saying. He put down his pipe and replied: "Mr. Earl is right, so what do you think? Solve this problem?"
"I hope they can take off Cruz's uniforms and join my army. As long as they stay in the land of Eruin for a day, they should swear allegiance to me and Prince Lenaret at the same time." Lando replied: "Eluin is undergoing a drastic change. There is a place for these young people to show their fists. Moreover, the army is a huge collective. Even if such a group is integrated into this collective, it is difficult for the outside world. Knowing that this can also minimize the risk of information leakage. On the contrary, the presence of such hundreds of people in any other place may attract the attention of interested people."
"The most important thing is that these young people will get the opportunity to exercise in this land, and to ensure that when they return to Cruz in the future, you will get a group of experienced generals, not a group of young people who are full of resentment and accomplish nothing. One day. Prince Lenaret returned to the empire, and these young men who swore allegiance to him would become his right-hand man." Brando stopped speaking briefly, watching the reaction of the two commanders in front of him.
Mangrove nodded, but Brando was very suspicious that her last words touched the old soldier, and Veronica hesitated for a while, and after a while she said to him in earnest: "But you want to I promise, you must protect them, each of them is my most beloved student."
"It's just like I protect Freya," Brando replied: "They are Freya's comrades in arms, and they are also my comrades in arms."
Veronica nodded in satisfaction.
"You are a good lobbyist, you can consider politics. Dealing with our soldiers, you are wronged." Finally, Mangrove summed it up. He bit his pipe and took a puff of smoke.
There was a burst of ecstasy in Brando's heart, and it was finished. Now he has a golden rank officer group, the most outstanding star officer group of the Cruz people in the future, and it is now his subordinate. Let alone whether the empire will fall into a civil war in the future, just such a harvest is enough to wake him up from his dream.