The building of the Oak Manor is exquisite, elegant and luxurious. The pillars supporting the house are neither gold nor wood. It is hard to tell what kind of material they are made of, but they are extremely hard.
Colin tried it, but couldn't leave a trace on it.
After asking the guards on duty, I found out that the material of these columns turned out to be keel!
Legend has it that the most powerful main combat profession of the elves was not the later ranger, but the druid.
The druids at that time were powerful existences capable of confronting dragons head-on.
It's a pity that this profession has also lost its inheritance in the long river of time due to unknown reasons, leaving only some obscure legends and sporadic relics for future generations to admire.
Just as Ke Lin was in awe of these keel columns, a crisp voice suddenly sounded from behind:
"Count Angelet."
Colin turned around slowly, and saw a girl in a black dress standing there gracefully.
She has a tall and well-proportioned figure, exquisite facial features, white and tender skin shining with a jade-like luster, combined with a head of soft and bright blonde hair, she has a unique charm that is unforgettable at first sight.
"Miss Shalia, I didn't expect you to be here." Colin was indeed a little surprised.
Although the Oak Manor was once given to Prince Leahy, it has now been taken back by the royal family. As the daughter of Prince Leahy, Shalia probably would not want to return to this sad place unless she was invited.
Shalia reached out to gather a bunch of hair that was blown by the breeze behind her ears, her eyes dodged, and she was extraordinarily shy.
"I am here as a guest at the invitation of His Majesty."
Colin was a little startled. It was impossible for Emperor Reinhardt to invite Saria to the Oak Manor for no reason, especially since a very formal meeting was about to be held here, which had nothing to do with Saria...
But looking at Shalia's blushing cheeks, Colin suddenly had a thought—
Emperor Reinhardt would not plan to match him and Shalia, would he
Thinking about it carefully, it seems really possible.
After all, in the eyes of Emperor Reinhardt, Vera has become a vegetable, while Colin is young and promising, with a bright future and no orthodox heirs. There is a high probability that he will return to being single in the future...
So, Emperor Reinhardt wants to use Saria to win him over
Colin suddenly felt a little funny and absurd.
I don't know who recommended the candidate to Emperor Reinhardt, but he chose Shalia.
Of course, Sally's status is noble enough and beautiful enough, but her current situation is too embarrassing. Even if Colin really plans to abandon Vera, he will not choose Sally.
After all, Prince Lehi is now discredited and has become a role that everyone in the empire shouts and beats.
unless…
Ke Lin suddenly realized that unless Emperor Reinhard intended to whitewash Prince Lech!
Perhaps it was the crisis of the invasion of the orc empire that made Emperor Reinhard panic, or perhaps it was because the current situation in the empire was in danger of being out of the control of the royal family. Emperor Reinhard finally began to understand that the royal family still needed Prince Lech, a paladin, as the pinnacle of stability.
I just don’t know how Emperor Reinhardt has the confidence to ask Prince Lech to forgive him for what he did back then
Ke Lin's silence caused Shalia to have some misunderstandings. She lowered her head, as if she couldn't bear Ke Lin's scorching gaze. She spoke again after a while, and said softly:
"Count Angelet, I took the liberty to visit the Red Castle before, but unfortunately you are not here..."
"Oh, yes, I heard about it." Colin came back to his senses, smiled and said, "I have been traveling around for a while, and I have not been able to receive your visit in person. Miss Sally, please forgive me."
"Count Angelet, you don't need to worry too much. I was warmly received in the Red Castle. It was an unforgettable and wonderful experience. If I have the opportunity, I hope to enjoy the scenery of the northern border again."
Any gentleman should take the initiative to extend an invitation when he hears this, but Colin pretended not to understand the hint in Shalia's words, and said with a smile:
"Miss Shalia, let's go to the banquet hall quickly, if we are late, we will be rude."
"Okay." Shalia lowered her head, a hint of disappointment flashed in her eyes, but she obediently followed Colin along the corridor to the direction of the banquet hall.
The two didn't speak any more, and the atmosphere gradually became a little awkward.
It's not that Colin doesn't understand style, but that he doesn't intend to abandon Vera, and of course he can't expect too much from Saria, lest the other party misunderstand.
If Saria just wants to be Colin's lover, then it's easy to say, Colin has no morals and cleanliness, and he is very happy to provide you with the joyful experience you want, but unfortunately, what Saria expects is legal For the position of his wife, Colin can only say sorry.
Not long after, the two came to the banquet hall.
"Count Angelet, welcome to Oak Manor!"
As soon as he entered the door, Colin heard a loud greeting.
"Your Majesty, thank you for your invitation!" Colin saluted Emperor Reinhard respectfully.
Emperor Reinhard actually stepped forward, patted Colin on the shoulder affectionately, and glanced at Shalia beside Colin with ambiguous eyes, and said narrowly:
"Count Angelet, have you chosen your female companion for tonight?"
The corners of Ke Lin's mouth twitched a few times, and he secretly complained that the emperor's way of wooing was too direct and too rough. It was like stuffing a lollipop into your mouth while asking you, "Is it delicious?"
But there is no way, who made him the emperor of the empire.
Colin could only pretend to be stupid and replied in a daze: "Sorry Your Majesty, my female companion is still in Winter City, and I'm afraid I won't be able to attend tonight's banquet."
Emperor Reinhard frowned, a little annoyed at Colin's ignorance and flattery, and was about to explode when he heard a voice suddenly at the door:
"Count Angelet, if you need a female companion, I'm short of a male companion."
Emperor Reinhard stared, and was about to yell at him, but when he saw who was coming, he immediately held back.
Because, the person who said this was the Duke of St. Grian.
Colin also turned around, and saw that the Duke of St. Grian had also taken off his armor tonight, and put on a sky blue palace dress, which set off the beautiful curves of his body without losing dignity and elegance, which was just right. Light makeup makes the already flawless appearance more bright and charming, and the gestures are calm and elegant, and there is a strange beauty that conforms to the laws of nature, which can subtly affect the senses of others.
Such a stunning woman at the peak of chivalry can not only make people feel an awe-inspiring temperament, but also easily inspire the most primitive impulse in a man's heart with a charming look.
Just when Colin was in doubt, the Duke of St. Grian had already swung his waist, came to his side, and took his arm actively.
Colin only felt a strong fragrance go straight into his nose, and the warm touch on his arm also made him lose his mind for a while.
Emperor Reinhard watched this scene, and the breath that he had suppressed before surged up again, his face flushed.
(end of this chapter)