In the northern border at the end of May, the temperature is already not low.
But on the rushing river, a layer of solid ice has condensed.
"Hey~ Lord Viscount! I said that I can definitely pass!"
On the solid ice, Master Cusius jumped up and down, showing Colin his "masterpiece" without any problem.
Colin smiled and waved his hand to the Logue knight: "Come on."
The Logue knight took the lead and began to organize the cavalry to cross the river.
At the same time, he was also on guard against possible Dawson family sentries.
However, Colin and his group had no big goals, and they were all cavalry who came and went like the wind. Although the Dawson family was on the north bank of the rushing river, it was impossible to completely block the entire river.
Of course, it would be different if the army crossed the river.
This is also the reason why Colin only brought a thousand light cavalry here. If there are too many people, if they want to cross the river, they will be blocked by the Dawson family, and it may be another fierce battle.
After crossing the Runliu River and walking for half a day, Ke Lin and the others met the sentry cavalry of the Golden Lion Legion.
After revealing their identities, the sentries led Ke Lin and his party to the Golden Lion Legion's camp.
In the evening, Colin finally saw a huge military camp and the golden lion flag fluttering in the wind.
The main generals of the Golden Lion Army who got the news had already lined up outside the camp to welcome Ke Lin and his party.
On the way here, Bachelor Dawn briefly introduced the top generals of the Golden Lion Army to Colin.
Legion Commander Knight Nelson, and his two deputies—Knight Louis and Knight Campbelling.
Of course, as the direct army of the St. Hilde family, the so-called head of the Golden Lion Legion is actually just a name.
The one who really controls this army is the Duke of St. Hilde himself. Of course, if it is the Duke's first heir, such as the former Marquis Charles, he is also qualified to lead this army to fight.
It's just that now that the Duke of St. Hilde is dead, and the position of Marquis of the North is vacant, then it is debatable whose orders this Golden Lion Army should obey.
At this time, the attitude of the legion commander Knight Nelson is very important.
Knight Nelson is a middle-aged man with a majestic look and an extraordinary appearance. He is two meters tall and has a strong build. He seems to have an aura of calmness.
Cavalier Louis is older, with gray temples, always with a kind smile on his face, and always makes people feel like a spring breeze when he speaks.
Cavalier Campbelling was just the opposite, with a cold demeanor, taciturn, and a hideous scar on his face, which made him feel a bit uncomfortable to get along with.
These three knights are able to lead the Golden Lion Army, so they are naturally trusted by the Duke of St. Hilde, and their loyalty should be no problem.
After some pleasantries, Knight Nelson welcomed Colin and others into the barracks.
The last elite of the St. Hilde family gathered here. The soldiers and horses lined up in an endless stream and the military camp tents that could not be seen at a glance gave a kind of reassuring force.
The 80,000 army is in good order. It can also be seen from this that Knight Nelson does have a very good commanding ability.
Entering the temporary command post, Knight Nelson asked straight to the point: "Miss Vera, Viscount Angelet, I have heard the news of the Duke's death, but I just don't know if it is true or not?"
"It's true." Vera nodded sadly.
Then, she recounted what happened on the wedding day, as well as some of her guesses about the murderer.
Knight Nelson listened silently, sorrow and anger circulated in the tent.
After the three commanders of the Golden Lion Legion digested the news, Ke Lin coughed lightly and said:
"Everyone, I know that the death of the Duke is difficult for you to accept for a while, and you must want to take revenge as soon as possible. However, the enemy is now strong, and the army of the Menam family has entered the northern border, and will soon appear in the Golden Lion Army The rear, therefore, my suggestion is to withdraw to Cold Winter City first, avoid it temporarily, and then make further plans."
Colin's words did not cause much disturbance, and Knight Nelson still lowered his head, wondering what he was thinking.
Obviously, even after marrying Vera, Colin is still not qualified to mobilize this army.
"I also think that the troops should be withdrawn. We can't bury the last elite force of the St. Hilde family on the banks of the rushing river." Vera also echoed.
But Knight Nelson still did not speak.
The atmosphere in the tent gradually became a little awkward.
At this time, Knight Louis smiled and said:
"Viscount Angelet, I know that you are sincerely planning for the Golden Lion Army, but we are ordered by the Duke to intercept the Dawson family here. If we withdraw our troops, the Dawson family will take the opportunity to cross the River Run and invade St. The Hilde family directly belongs to the territory, who will bear this responsibility?"
Colin shook his head and retorted: "But if you stay here, and wait until the Menam family cuts off the army's back and flanks the Dawson family, the Golden Lion Army may not be able to escape the end of defeat."
Knight Louis wanted to speak, but seeing Knight Nelson stand up slowly, he resolutely shut up and threw the problem to the other party.
Knight Nelson's eyes swept over Colin's face, and finally stopped on Vera, and asked, "Miss Vera, where is the Duke's body now?"
"It's just outside."
"Can we pay our respects to the Duke's remains?"
"sure."
Vera immediately looked at Colin, and Colin had no choice but to nod to the Logue knight, signaling him to push the coffin of the Duke of St. Hilde in.
The Logue knight led the way and left.
An awkward silence fell into the tent again.
Colin and Maester Dawn looked at each other, and they both saw each other's dignity.
The top generals of the Golden Lion Army were more stubborn than they imagined.
It's just that such stubbornness, in Colin's view, is somewhat inexplicable.
Even if Nelson and the others feel that Colin and Vera are not qualified to give orders to the Golden Lions, but under the current circumstances, if the Golden Lions don't want to be attacked by two sides, the best option is to withdraw to Winter City.
Colin couldn't understand why Knight Nelson and the others were so resistant to this suggestion.
Soon, the Logue knight pushed in the coffin of the Duke of St. Hilde.
Everyone gathered around immediately, ready to salute and express their condolences.
With a crackling sound, the coffin lid was slowly opened.
Ke Lin put his left hand on his chest, bowed his head, and put on a sad expression on his face just right.
But immediately, he heard Cavalier Nelson's questioning voice:
"Viscount Angelet, are you sure this is the Duke's body?"
Um
Colin looked up suspiciously, looked at the coffin, and explained:
"Knight Nelson, the Duke was petrified by an unknown curse, so his remains may look a little..."
Halfway through the speech, Colin also froze on the spot.
Because he saw that lying in the coffin was a stone sculpture of Duke St. Hilde.
Instead of the petrified Duke of St. Hilde!
The two seem to be the same, but they are actually very different.
Whether it's the details of the face or the way it feels, Colin can fully confirm that it is not the remains of the Duke of St. Hilde at all!
Just an ordinary duke statue.
It was dropped!
Colin was taken aback, and turned to meet Maester Dawn's equally shocked gaze.
The two looked at each other, and the same thought flashed through their minds—
The Morrison family!
(end of this chapter)