The victory of the competition and the joy of becoming the family head made Romeriger, who usually didn't show his emotions, smile. He couldn't help but laugh at the sight of Gilser on the ground. Because he was an adopted son, the family didn't like him at all. Even when he left the family to become a mercenary, no one tried to persuade him to stay. But now, these people who flaunted their family bloodline had fallen one by one in front of him. This made Romeriger feel as though he had gotten his revenge. Although Romeriger reminded himself to restrain himself, he still couldn't help but laugh out loud.
"You … I won't let you get what you want. So what if you defeated me? Without the support of the Elder Council, how can you become the family head?" Gilser, who was lying on the ground, said angrily. He had never imagined that this' bastard 'that his uncle had found would be so powerful. He had actually lost. According to their previous agreement, he would have to give up on the election for the position of clan leader. But how could he give up now? He was simply too unwilling to give up.
"Elder Council …" Romeriger's expression turned gloomy. Indeed, there was only a huge mountain blocking his path to becoming the family head, and that was the Elder Council of the Lunsard Family. Several elders had clearly stated that even if he won the competition, he wouldn't be able to inherit the family head's position. Of course, there were also a few elders who supported him, but the number was too small. If they continued to oppose him, who knew how long the succession of the family head would be dragged on.
Of course, Romeriger wouldn't just sit and wait for his death. He had already found a supporter, and that was the former King Rene. After being tricked by him, Romeriger firmly believed that the former King could reclaim his throne. Of course, as the person who helped him reclaim his throne, not to mention the family head's position, Romeriger might even be able to become the Knight Commander of the Royal Knights. As a knight, was there any better condition than this?
"Hmph …" Romeriger glanced at Gilser in disdain. This guy still doesn't know anything. What does the Elder Council matter to him? When I become the family head, the Elder Council will be disbanded long ago.
Seeing Gilser's disdainful gaze, Gilser's heart suddenly tightened. This fellow was definitely hiding something from him. Could it be that he had a way to deal with the Elder Council?
While Gilse was still trying to figure out what was going on, the staff of the arena suddenly came over.
"Sir Romeriger, the Duke of Aquitaine would like to see you," the staff said as he raised his hand towards Romeriger.
"Duke of Aquitaine?" Romeriger suddenly woke up from his dream. That's right, I haven't finished dealing with this matter yet. I originally wanted to sneak into the Royal Knights, but I didn't expect it to be the Duke of Aquitaine instead of King Anthony. What should I do now? I can't contact the former king now, so I have no idea how to deal with this situation.
"Duke of Aquitaine?" Gilser, who was still lying on the ground, was shocked as well. He immediately understood what Romerigg was planning to do. From his point of view, Romerigg was planning to look for the Duke of Aquitaine as his backer. Gilser thought about it. This was too extreme. With the Duke of Aquitaine supporting Romeriger, even if the Elder Council objected, there was nothing they could do. They could only let Romeriger inherit the position of the family head. After all, who was the Duke of Aquitaine? A single order from him would make them unable to resist.
The more Gilser thought about it, the more he felt that he had discovered Romeriger's plan. He didn't know that Romeriger was also troubled by this matter.
"Let's just take it one step at a time." Romeriger thought about it and decided to observe the situation first. Now that the Duke of Aquitaine had summoned him, he had to go. Since he had to go, he might as well observe the situation first.
After making up his mind, Romeriger followed the staff to Li Huailin's room. At the same time, Gilser also hurried back to his family to report what he had discovered. Otherwise, if Romeriger were to rely on Li Huailin, no one would be able to do anything to him.
The meeting place was still Li Huailin's room. As soon as Romeriger entered the room, he saw Li Huailin sitting on a chair. Legg stood behind Li Huailin, while Bruno and Dramo stood on either side of Li Huailin. Before Romeriger could move, Bruno and Dramo's gazes immediately locked onto him. Romeriger could clearly feel that if he moved, they would immediately charge at him. Were these important people usually so heavily guarded? Romeriger didn't know what was going on, so he could only ignore their gazes for the time being. He gave a knight's salute to Li Huailin and said, "Greetings, Duke of Aquitaine."
"Very good performance," Li Huailin said with a smile. "Not only did you win the championship, but you also looked very relaxed."
"Thank you for the compliment, my lord," Romeriger said elegantly.
"So, since you've won the championship, are you willing to work for me?" Li Huailin asked.
"This …" This was the question that Romeriger had been thinking about. Originally, he and Rene had agreed to infiltrate the Royal Knights to monitor the king's actions, but now he was being recruited by Li Huailin. Although Li Huailin's actions weren't unexpected, it had already disrupted Romeriger's plan. Romeriger hadn't thought about the specifics of what to do. He hoped to go back and meet with the people there first to discuss what to do.
After thinking about it, Romeriger bit the bullet and said, "Duke, I really want to work for you, but this is a relatively important decision after all. I think I need to think about it for a while. I don't know if Duke can give me a day to think about it. I will personally come to your mansion tomorrow to give you an answer."
"What do you mean? It's your fortune that the Duke is looking for you. Are you going to refuse the Duke? " Legg immediately said. In fact, Legg also knew what Romeriger was planning, but he still had to say it. Otherwise, Romeriger would be a little suspicious.
"This … Of course I don't mean that." Romeriger hurriedly said, "But this is a matter of the whole family. My lord, you know that our family members are usually members of the Royal Knights, and I'm about to inherit the family's patriarch position. As the patriarch, I have to ask the elders for their opinion on where I want to become a knight. Of course, I'm very willing to help you, but I need some time to convince the elders."
Romeriger reacted quickly. He immediately used the elders as a shield. He also told Li Huailin that he was going to inherit the patriarch's position. This was an established fact.
"Oh, I see." Li Huailin slightly nodded, "That makes sense. But I was told that your elders don't agree with you inheriting the patriarch position."
"We've already made an agreement. Whoever wins the champion of the knight competition will inherit the patriarch position. I think they won't oppose it anymore." Romeriger immediately said.
"Oh, I see …" Li Huailin nodded as if he had accepted this explanation, "Do you need me to give some pressure to your elders?"
"Ah?" Romeriger became a bit stunned. Closely after that, he understood Li Huailin's meaning. Apparently, Li Huailin was going to help him inherit the patriarch position. Romeriger was a bit flurried. Because he was not a knight of Li Huailin yet, Li Huailin helped him. However, he was a follower of Rein …
"What's wrong? Mr. Duke asked you. "Legg immediately asked Romeriger who was in a daze.
"Oh … Oh … I'm sorry, Your Excellency, I …" Romeriger quickly calmed himself down and strengthened his will, "No need, Your Excellency, I think … The Elder Council will not go back on their words."
Although he said so, he also knew that the Elder Council was such a group of people. It was very likely that they would go back on their words. He had to choose another path to inherit the Patriarch's position.
"Hmm … no need." Li Huailin nodded once again, "Well, I will spare some time for you to consider. I think highly of you. Don't let me down."
"Yes, Mr. Duke." Romeriger apologized to Li Huailin inside as he slowly left there after making a bow towards Li Huailin.
"Mr. Duke, do you really want to subdue him?" Legg asked when Romeriger left.
"I don't know. Anyway, he is a good fighter." Li Huailin said casually, "Let's see how he performs first. The most important thing is to find out who the rebels are."
"He said that he will give you a reply tomorrow, which means that he will make contact with the people over there today and tomorrow," Legg said.
"Hmm … De La Mer, can you keep an eye on him?" Li Huailin turned his head and asked.
"Sir, Reggie is very good at this job," De La Mer said immediately.
"Oh? Is that so? "Li Huailin turned to Reggie and asked.
"Yes, Sir. I am quite good at following people. I used to be a professional scout in Shadow of Secret Blue," Reggie said confidently.
"Alright, you can follow him now. Report to me immediately if anything happens," Li Huailin said.
"No problem, Sir. Don't worry," Reggie said.
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