After teasing Huai Shi with a few words, Titus did not say anything else. Instead, he changed the topic and talked to Russell about other things.
Romance, cutting-edge technology, and even fine wine and delicacies …
He did not even neglect the insignificant Huai Shi next to him.
It made one feel like a spring breeze.
Just like what he had promised before, there was no superiority in the bathroom, and he was not so bored as to insist on using the two of them to demonstrate the supreme authority of the emperor.
It could be seen that His Majesty had profound attainments and insights in both performance and food. He even seemed to have paid attention to a small place like Danbo.
He even had some understanding of Anna's situation.
"So that's how it is. It has been completed again? In that case, the path of transformation can also be passed down. The efforts of the Pioneer Association in the past will not be buried. This is really a good thing. "
Titus looked at the pool below and stared at the girl who jumped down from the springboard. He was full of admiration. "You have planted a new seed, Russell. I believe you will soon usher in a year of harvest, right?"
"How is this my credit?" Russell smiled and said, "It should be my student's achievement. That is his student, so it should also be his result."
"Isn't this the reason why humans pass it down from generation to generation?"
Titus shook his head. "Bloodline, knowledge, spirit, pain, and ideals, there is no superiority in inheritance. If you ask me, it is precisely because you still choose such a path with free will after breaking away from the shackles of bloodline that it is even more admirable.
The glory of the Republic still continues on you. This is something that I have witnessed with my own eyes. Russell, there is no need to be humble. Just accept it with pride. "
He slowly got up from the bath and took a bath towel from the guard. After casually wiping himself, he looked back at the two of them. "It's time for lunch. Do you want to join me?"
"The emperor's invitation and the delicacies of the Golden Palace. No one can refuse these two reasons."
Russell nodded happily.
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Admittedly, this lunch was the most extravagant and exquisite meal Huai Shi had ever eaten. There was no need to mention the delicious food. The guests were enthusiastic, and the atmosphere was warm.
However, Huai Shi felt that the atmosphere at the banquet was becoming more and more solemn, and she felt that she could not eat.
On the other hand, it was Russell who was eating and drinking. He was chatting and laughing as if he was attending a buffet for a charity fund.
After a joyous and harmonious lunch, those who were fortunate enough to attend the meeting politely excused themselves.
After the waiter took down all the plates and replaced them with drinks for the guests, the waiter said.
Without waiting for Russell's opening remarks, Titus swirled the wine glass in his hand and said straightforwardly, "Let's not waste any more time. Russell, let me ask you — are you preparing to reorganize the Celestial genealogy?"
It was so abrupt and direct that he placed the most important question at the forefront.
In front of the supreme Emperor, fancy lies and hypocritical guarantees were useless.
This was the dialogue between the emperor and the professor, the head of the genealogy of Rome, and the remaining descendants of the Utopia. It was enough to determine their next stance and whether they would extend a helping hand or take measures.
Russell did not evade the question.
"That's exactly what I'm doing."
"Very good."
Titus nodded approvingly. "Since that hairless old snake and that group of monks who only know how to chant scriptures have already placed their bets, I won't be stingy."
Without any conditions, the emperor generously promised, "State your request, and Rome will satisfy you. Financial resources, material resources, new blood, and assistance — as long as it's not excessive, I can give it to you. "
"Thank you for your generosity, but I don't have anything I desire from Rome."
After pondering for a moment, Russell raised his head and said, "However, can I ask Your Majesty to release my former companions? If Your Majesty is willing to show mercy, then I will definitely do my best to repay Rome's generosity. "
It was unknown what Russell was talking about.
At that moment, Huai Shi keenly felt that the atmosphere in the room had changed.
Not only were the secretaries and attendants not far away shocked, but also the imperial guards guarding in front of the door, as well as Titus's undisguised coldness and displeasure.
"Such a request is too ungrateful, Russell." He slowly shook his head. "You should know that Rome has never been kind, and there's a limit to their generosity!"
"I'm well aware."
Russell shook his head. "But his existence is an indispensable help to us. He's just one person. Compared to the huge wealth and resources, he's insignificant, isn't he? "
"If it's just one person, there's no need to say anything, but what's at stake is the face of the royal family."
In the dead silence, Titus's expression was cold. His fingers tapped on the table in front of him as he stared coldly at Russell's face. However, from the beginning to the end, the old man's calm expression did not change at all.
"You've given me a difficult problem, Russell."
The Emperor said, "You even make me wonder if you're humiliating me."
Russell did not turn pale with fright. He just shook his head. "I have no such intention. It's just that this is my purpose, so I didn't dare to rush to your door."
"If it's not my uncle, it's fine if I let you take him away. However, after all, the slightest mistake will cause the royal family to lose their decorum."
Titus paused for a moment, then asked solemnly, "Do you understand what I mean?"
"Of course!"
Russell raised his head and solemnly promised, "I will bear all the consequences."
"That's how it should be." Titus warned solemnly. "Russell. If anything happens to my uncle, you'll have to face the wrath of Rome. "
Russell smiled. "If it really comes to that, I'll offer my head to ask for forgiveness."
"Ask for forgiveness? Ha, Mimir's head is worth collecting, but unfortunately, I'm not interested. "
Titus asked again, "Russell, although you don't have any request for Rome, Rome has a request for you. Since the Celestial genealogy is going to be rebuilt, what do you plan to do with the Golden Dawn? "
"Aren't we enemies from the beginning? There's no other choice to talk about, right? "Russell replied," There's only life and death. "
"Very well."
Titus finally raised the wine glass in his hand. "Then let's drink to our hearts' content. I hope you can achieve something!"
The cold wine slid down his throat, but it burned like a flame.
The convulsive pain and the oath were engraved into the bone marrow.
"Since the matter has been discussed, you should leave." Titus got up and left. "Rome will fulfill its promise to you, and I hope you will do the same."
It was like an illusion. Huai Shi actually caught a glimpse of melancholy in the supreme emperor's eyes the moment he turned around.
Soon, an attendant walked up to him.
After receiving the order, he took Russell to the depths of the floating courtyard.
In the gorgeous courtyard full of birds and fragrant flowers, Huai Shi followed the attendant and walked into a courtyard hidden behind layers of beautiful scenery.
From the outside, it looked like a library with many books, brimming with the aura of knowledge.
However, the attendant didn't go any further. After bringing them here, he left.
Only Huai Shi and Russell were left standing in front of the door.
"So, you refused the emperor's help and wanted him to release your friend?" Huai Shi asked in confusion, "The emperor's uncle?"
"Yes, he is one of the adopted sons of Titus' grandfather, Aulus, and the one with the highest achievements. If it weren't for his refusal, Aulus would have even considered including him in the category of successors.
He alone is better than thousands of soldiers and horses. Huai Shi. "
Recalling his old friend in the Utopia, Russell could not help but smile, "Marcus Sicinius Fronto Aulus.
He was once an indispensable member of the Utopia. He was knowledgeable, elegant, and handsome. What was even rarer was that he was reliable and reassuring.
He was a real prince. To be honest, there was a time when young girls' eyes turned red when they saw him. Unfortunately, he got married early. After his wife died of illness, he did not remarry. He devoted all his energy to his work and remained single until now. His loyalty is admirable. "
"What does he do?" Huai Shi asked, "A sublimator? An alchemist or a scholar? "
"Neither. He is the best diplomat, the former spokesperson of the Utopia," Russell said solemnly, "There is no one more suitable for that position than him.
Thanks to his existence and protection, the Celestial genealogy's many interests in the Present Realm and Inferno were recognized and guaranteed. The friction, negotiations, and visits between genealogies were all his domain.
Even the war between the two rulers, Eve Litt and Leviathan, was mediated by him.
Unlike me, who only knows how to talk, he is a person who can gain the trust and respect of his opponents. No matter where he goes, even in the domain of the Withered King, he is the most distinguished guest … "
Huai Shi was already ashamed of his inferiority before he heard the whole story.
So this is the gap between the realms …
At best, I'm just selling my body, but the other party has already built up his reputation and has connections in both the Present Realm and Inferno.
"Isn't he a combination of Ban Chao and Wang Xuance?" Huai Shi asked.
Russell thought for a moment and nodded, "Then you have to add Richelieu and Talleyrand …"
Huai Shi had never seen anyone who could earn such respect from Russell, but because of this, he became more and more puzzled, "If he's so powerful, why is he hidden here? Does he know too much? "
Russell's footsteps paused. He wanted to say something, but stopped.
There was the sound of the door being pushed open.
Just as the two of them were talking, the old man who was organizing the books in the library heard the noise outside and pushed the door open. When he saw the two of them, he was stunned.
"Russell?"
His slightly weathered face was not as old as Russell's, but looked like he was only in his forties. His dark eyes were filled with a gentle light, without any hesitation. Only his white waist-length hair revealed his long age.
Even if he was simply wearing a white robe, he gave off an indescribable feeling of nobility.
It was a graceful bearing that Huai Shi did not have, but his expression was not arrogant, but elegant and gentle, which made people feel good about him.
Seeing the visitors standing in the courtyard, the old man, who had lived in seclusion for a long time, was not filled with disgust and displeasure like his other companions. On the contrary, he did not hide his surprise and joy.
On the contrary, Russell's expression was complicated, and he sighed, "Long time no see, Marcus."
Marcus did not even care about the ancient scroll in his hand. He threw it aside, walked up with a big smile, opened his arms, and hugged him tightly.
"Long time no see, Russell, how have you been?"
Russell, "…"
Huai Shi, "…"
No one responded, only an awkward silence.
The scene of an old friend reuniting was obviously so touching, but the problem was … Huai Shi could not understand why the old man was hugging him.
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