In the midst of this restless and even somewhat crazy riot, there was a noble mansion that seemed particularly peaceful, even aloof from the world.
There was silence, even deathly stillness, in the Duke Albert's mansion.
Since the day the white dove returned, Grand Duke Adrian of Silver Wing has stayed indoors, not meeting anyone, and locked himself in his study all day long.
The owner of the house showed such an attitude. Although the servants of the Duke's Mansion were also uneasy because of today's situation, they could only remain silent.
What they have in mind is simple.
Some people say that the murderer might be His Royal Highness Herbert. Although it sounds very unlikely, if His Royal Highness
There is no need to be afraid!
His Highness is so kind to us on weekdays, he will definitely not do anything to us!
However, not everyone has such determination and confidence.
"Father, are you really not going to persuade the King? If you continue to let them go like this, the kingdom will surely fall into chaos!"
In the study of the Silver Wing Duke's Mansion.
A young man with strange black and white hair slammed the table and glared at his father who always had a serious expression.
"Don't you understand? This kind of chaos will not benefit the kingdom at all. It will even be dangerous to the residents of the entire city!"
Curdy Albert.
He is the descendant of Grand Duke Silver Wing and his first wife. Although he is only in his early thirties, he is already well-known throughout the kingdom.
However, due to some special reasons, he did not completely inherit the characteristics of Albert's family, leaving only this mottled black and white hair.
Therefore, even though his talents and abilities were quite outstanding, he was not recognized by other members of Albert's family as the future heir to the title.
He has never shown any desire for the title, but instead has taken good care of his younger brother. Everyone thinks he will be the perfect assistant to the new duke.
At this moment, this usually gentle young man seemed particularly angry.
"Father, why are you keeping silent? Don't you understand what silence means at this moment?!"
Albert's family is a staunch royalist and has been the most staunch supporter of the royal family among all the nobles for many years.
As descendants of the founding duke, they have contributed to the creation of this kingdom. They enjoy the benefits but also bear the responsibilities.
If the kingdom is in danger, they need to act as the sharpest sword to cut through the danger and protect the safety of the country and the royal family.
And now, the kingdom is on the verge of turmoil and even collapse, but his father is so indifferent and even a little disdainful.
While Cordi was angry, Grand Duke Silver Wing just looked at his eldest son calmly without saying a word.
This isn't the first time the two have had such a conversation.
Such conflicts have occurred several times in the past half month, and the final result was always unpleasant.
Just when Cordi thought that this conversation would still not make any progress, the Silver Wing Grand Duke, who had been silent for a long time, suddenly spoke.
"Kordi—"
He said:
"Were you involved in that incident?"
Chapter 140 Didn’t you notice? (3/5)
In the quiet study, the father and son looked at each other silently.
Cordi frowned and stared at his father with an expression of confusion and disappointment.
The Grand Duke of Silver Wing appeared very calm the whole time, staring deeply into the expression of his eldest son.
After a long silence, Cordi took the initiative to break the silence.
"Father, I never thought that you would look at me in this way—"
He clenched his fists in pain and pounded his chest hard.
Boom!
"When Herbert encountered that incident, I was also very heartbroken!"
"Have you forgotten? I was the one who led people to the prison and brought him out! If it weren't for me, he would have suffered even more torture in prison!"
"It's me. I'm going to talk to the Third Prince and convince him that Herbert is not that kind of person."
"It was me who investigated the truth of the matter! I discovered that there was something unusual about the maid's identity!"
"I am the one who did all these things!"
"And now, you actually doubt me? I—"
He was a little emotional when he said this. He took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "I understand. No matter what I say now, you won't believe it."
"But whether you believe it or not, my thoughts will not change, and my actions will not change at all!"
"Father, the most urgent thing now is not the time to dwell on something that has already passed!"
He stared at Grand Duke Silver Wing with sharp eyes and said slowly, "I know you had some thoughts in your mind after hearing about that incident."
“They say Herbert is back and has amazing strength.”
"But I want to remind you that he has not returned to the Duke's Mansion. No one can really confirm his identity. It is also unknown whether someone is using his face to do those things."
"And even if he really comes back, he can't be a qualified heir with his personality!"
Cordi took a deep breath and shook his head vigorously, getting rid of all the emotional expressions on his face, and returning to his previous calm appearance.
He said:
"Father, please sober up."
"We must step in now! Duke Silver Wing must stop this riot, otherwise - it will be too late."
After saying this, he stood up straight, bowed to his father, then strode out of the door and closed it heavily.
Orbit!
The door of the study was slammed shut, adding a hint of loneliness to the expression of Grand Duke Silver Wing.
Shortly after Cordy left, Grand Duke Silver Wing sighed a little tiredly and whispered to himself: "Not involved?"
"If you really weren't involved—
"Then why do you know which one I'm talking about?"
His voice was so low that the pain contained in it was almost unnoticeable.
Then, he turned his head and looked at the oil painting hanging in the study, his eyes somewhat melancholy.
The painting depicts a boy with black and white hair playing happily with another white-haired child.
After a long time.
Grand Duke Silver Wing closed his eyes in pain and smashed the solid wood desk with one punch.
Click!
Click, click, click...
Accompanied by the sound of mechanical gears turning, the tightly wrapped Kordi passed through layers of guards and walked into the secret room that suddenly appeared.
He waited in the dark for a while, and only moved forward after the last door opened.
Once the door was opened, it meant that he had passed the inspection and the other party confirmed that there was no suspicion on him.
Da da da—
Cordi walked quickly into the room and came to the last room, looking at the elegant young man who was reading the classics on the bookshelf under the candlelight.
"Your Highness Terrence!"
Terrence Olivia.
The most powerful young man in the entire kingdom at the moment, although nearly thirty-five years old, his strength has reached the late high level. He is the royal member most likely to become a legend in the future and inherit the title of [Dragon Slayer].
"Hmm? You're here?"
Prince Terrence came back to his senses after hearing the call, turned his head and took a look, then smiled at Cordy and teased, "Why are you dressed like this? Did you do something wrong?"
"Your Highness! Now is not the time to joke."
But compared to Terrence's ease, Cordie looked extremely anxious at the moment, far from being as calm as he was in front of his father.
"The Grand Duke of Silver Wing has no intention of showing up! I don't know what this madman is thinking. Does he really think that guy will let him go after he comes back?"
There was no respect for his father in his words, only irreconcilable hatred.
"Sir Cordy, what are you worried about?"
Terrence laughed and shook his head, saying, "Let's not talk about whether the 'murderer' is the child or not.
Even if it was really him, he wouldn't have done anything to you, right?"
"And if he attacks the Silver Wing Grand Duke, wouldn't that be just right?"
Cordie was stunned for a moment, not knowing what he meant.
"You mean—
"Yes, if Herbert really takes action, then a man like him who killed his father will definitely not be able to become the new Duke of Silver Wing. Then, wouldn't this position fall to you?"
Cordi blinked, thought for a moment, then his eyes suddenly lit up, and he seemed to want to say something, but quickly shook his head.
"No, this matter is still dangerous! Once he knows the truth, I will definitely die."
He bit his lips hard without any image and said angrily: "Damn it, how could he become like this!!
Where on earth did he get his strength from!
What exactly did the Misty Monastery give him
Didn't I already arrange those people inside to target them? Why did it turn out like this
Did they betray me
them·-·
Cordy took a deep breath, looked at Terrence seriously, and said in a deep voice: "Your Highness, you may not care now, but I want to remind you that once this matter is exposed, both of us will be in danger!"
"The one from the Witch Society cannot be trusted. He didn't do what he promised! That bitch Filia has been sending people to secretly target our businesses since she came back from her mother's visit!"
When he thought of the destroyed slave businesses, his eyes were filled with undisguised anger, and he wished he could eat them alive.
"Your Highness, hurry up and do it!"
"As long as you become the new king, he will need our support to maintain his position in the Witch Society, instead of us relying on him to gain status!"
"The situation is critical. We can't wait any longer!"
After talking for a long time, Cordi suddenly realized that His Highness had remained silent.
".--Your Highness? Why have you remained silent?"
He looked up curiously and found that Terrence was looking at him with a subtle expression.
Um
After noticing his gaze, Terrence laughed and said softly, "My dear Sir Cordie, have you really not noticed?"
Boom boom!
At this moment, Cordi's heart was beating wildly, and an unprecedented fear surged in his heart.
"What did you find?"
He backed away slowly, trying to escape, but found his feet were firmly fixed to the ground.
"Discover·
Terrence smiled, and the flesh on his face began to move strangely, and his golden hair began to gradually change color.
He said:
"I'm not actually into this thing about him."