"It's indeed an early reunion." Rambis quickly calmed down and showed a faint smile, "I know the identity of the messenger is a bit abrupt and will cause suspicion … However, I'm curious. How did you see through me at a glance? My transformation technique was personally taught by the old dean, Carlisle. Even a Saint powerhouse may not be able to see through me. Don't tell me that the weak boy back then already has the strength of Saint or even beyond Saint? "
"I hope your guess … or your blessing can come true. Unfortunately, the fact is that I was almost killed by that damn guy with a scroll, then I was unluckily hit by the aftermath of some big shot." Chen Rui pointed at his haggard face and sighed, "To tell you the truth, the reason why I saw through you is that I got a special ability. You can think of it as a mechanic's talent in certain fields. In fact, this talent can't completely penetrate the disguise of the transformation technique. The most important thing is the sense of familiarity you give me. I seem to see the … little girl who likes to read quietly in the library, but sometimes has some unexpected little pranks."
Most of Arthur's memory fragments were now complete. Rambis was his junior at Starlight Academy. As the royal family of the two empires, they had a lot of interactions. Although their friendship was ordinary, they were considered old acquaintances.
The last sentence made Rambis's eyes flash with nostalgia, then she smiled, "The 'mechanic' talent you mentioned, I don't think it's suitable for all mechanics, right? Grand Master Arthur. "
Chen Rui also smiled. He took out a bottle of wine and two glasses, poured a glass of wine for her, and raised his glass, "Everyone has different encounters in life. Being a grand master is actually just a fluke, the biggest fluke in the past seven years."
"It's been seven years. The little girl who didn't know anything back then is almost 20 years old. The boy who was obsessed with Teacher Veronica back then has also become the famous grand master today." Rambis took the glass and took a sip. She looked up at him, "Can you tell me what happened in the seven years you disappeared?"
Chen Rui said faintly, "I just struggled desperately to survive in a strange place. Fortunately, I survived until now."
"So, after seven years, you're now in everyone's sight again?"
"Why? Shouldn't I?" Chen Rui smiled at Rambis. Are we finally getting to the point?
"There's nothing should or shouldn't." Rambis shook her head and put down the glass, "I'm just a little emotional that the plan can't keep up with the changes."
Chen Rui frowned deliberately, "Princess Royal Highness means that … my appearance destroyed one of your plans?"
"Can I be honest?"
"Of course," Chen Rui said with a smile, "I believe that you're not here just to catch up with me or to meet me in advance."
Rambis nodded slightly, "When I was studying in the academy, I was just an ignorant little girl. Just like what you said, I liked to read quietly in the library and tease people from time to time. I also looked forward to the love in the books, but I didn't think too much about life or plans. After the Empire announced the marriage with you, my life was suddenly decided. A little girl who didn't understand what love was had to marry a man who definitely didn't love her. You … can't understand that kind of feeling. "
"Perhaps, you have a different feeling in your heart because the woman you were obsessed with eventually married someone else." Rambis showed a sarcastic smile, "In fact, as the princess of the Rayo Empire, it's inevitable to have a political marriage. To be honest, I don't hate you. Marrying you might be better than marrying those annoying guys. Just when I was resigned to my fate, as my fiancé, you disappeared. This disappearance lasted for seven years. In these seven years, I've experienced a lot. If it wasn't for the huge pressure exerted by your father, I would've been married off again and again in the whirlpool of interests, just like a commodity! As long as you didn't appear, or as long as Rex The Great didn't relent, I could only guard the title of 'fiancé' and be a 'living widow' until I die! Countless rumors, gazes, conspiracies … have almost defeated me. I am not willing to accept such a fate! "
Chen Rui listened quietly and felt the fluctuation of Rambis's emotions. After a while, he asked, "So, you have your own plan?"
"Yes, I swore to control my own life! I won't let others control my fate! " Rambis sneered, "Just when I pulled myself together, replanned my life, and moved forward step by step according to my plan, you suddenly appeared after disappearing for seven years!"
"I understand now. My appearance, especially the timing, was a mistake." Chen Rui stood up, took a few steps, and sighed.
For Rambis, the 'Arthur' who appeared now had indeed become an extra person.
"I admit that you, who reappeared, are better than I imagined. You're a feudal lord with extraordinary means, a world-renowned guru, and at the same time, you're very likely to become the next Dragon Bright Emperor's successor. However, this doesn't mean that I'll give up my ambition and pursuit. As an accessory, a vase, or even a commodity, I'll hand over my life to someone other than myself! Never! "
Chen Rui looked at Rambis's agitated expression and nodded, "I understand why you're here today."
"Sorry, I lost my composure." Rambis took a sip of wine and took the opportunity to take a few deep breaths. Her emotions returned to normal, and a strange look flashed across her eyes, "You're actually so calm? You're calmer than I expected. It seems that you've really changed a lot. "
"Time and environment can change many things, and it's the same for you," Chen Rui said calmly, "I want to ask you formally, are you really not willing to accept this marriage?"
"You should know the answer," Rambis raised her eyebrows and sized up Chen Rui for a while, then asked, "Can I take this question as a good start to solve the problem?"
"I just want to solemnly clarify your attitude."
"I'm not willing!" Rambis's answer was very firm.
This expected answer made Chen Rui take a deep breath and slowly nod. In fact, Rambis did not know that this' fiancé 'in front of her was the person she wanted to recruit. He understood her pursuit and persistence better than she thought.
"So, what do you want me to do?"
Rambis, who was originally sure that the other party would refuse, was shocked. The various arguments that she prepared were suddenly useless. She said in surprise, "You … agree?"
"Why should I object?" Chen Rui spread his hands, "Even if I don't agree, you still have a lot of prepared plans. I don't believe that you will come here without any preparation or confidence. The most important thing is that marriage for me is not just a political bargaining chip, but a real life event. It includes' emotion ',' responsibility ', and' commitment '… This does not include' reluctance '. "
Rambis was silent for a moment, then suddenly showed a moving smile, "This kind of words, it's a bit like that 'Arthur' from back then. It seems that your two female guardians have true happiness that many women envy. Maybe teacher Veronica will also have a good ending? "
"I hope so." Chen Rui didn't want to say more on this issue, "There is no such thing as reaping without sowing in the world. Since we have reached a consensus, we can settle down and talk about the deal. Let's be honest."
Rambis nodded, "You, what do you want?"
Chen Rui sat down and did not beat around the bush. He directly said what he wanted, "Holy Grail."
Rambis was shocked. Her beautiful eyes were shining brightly. She stared closely at Chen Rui's eyes. This is the condition … "Arthur" came to the Rayo Empire to "escort" the bride, he had other intentions!
Before coming here, she always had a preconceived idea. Her mind was full of ways to persuade Arthur to give up this marriage. She was already prepared to deal with all kinds of difficulties. But now she suddenly found out that he came here for a purpose other than marriage. Her mood suddenly became complicated.
"No wonder that Cardinal Glalin would visit the capital at this time …" Rambis suddenly thought of many things and blurted out, "You are from the Church of Light?"
Chen Rui secretly praised Rambis's reaction speed. In fact, Glalin's visit to the Rayo Empire was indeed a plan that Raphael had discussed when he first came to the Jinyao Territory. The purpose was to covet the Holy Grail. Glalin was quite accurate in terms of timing. However, the unexpected "injury" of "Arthur" in Yagda City really shocked the Cardinal.
"Why do you think I am from the Church?"
"I have information that the magic game technology that is popular all over the world is probably from Ryūzoku. Although I don't know if this information is accurate, the equipment of the magic game is manufactured in the Jinyao Territory, and the promotion is carried out by the Church. This is well-known. You must have a close relationship with the Church. And after you disappeared for seven years, the first time you appeared was accompanied by Sir Glalin. So I have every reason to guess that you are from the Church. Even your disappearance for seven years is very likely related to the Church. "
"Commendable reasoning." Especially the last sentence, it made Chen Rui reveal a mysterious smile. "But the focus of our discussion seems to have deviated. Let's go back to the Holy Grail."
"This condition is impossible! Don't you think you are taking it for granted? " Rambis shook her head firmly. "The Holy Grail is the most sacred object of the Empire. I only have the title of Princess. My value can never be compared to the Holy Grail!"
"You are wrong. No matter how powerful the Holy Grail is, it is just a dead object. In my opinion, your value far exceeds the Holy Grail." Chen Rui's smile faded. "Rambis Eber, the most outstanding Eber royalty of the younger generation. The princes of Emperor Covalont are all good-for-nothings. The only one who can barely compete with you is the second prince, Victor. You have already gathered nearly 30% of the voices in the Empire. The elves have a good impression of you. There are also many strong people in the Holy Church who support you openly and secretly. Just the talents under you and the power you control are not to be underestimated. For example … the small group in Starlight Academy, the Elite Society. If I insist on marrying you, except for some diehard loyalists, these forces will completely leave your control. In fact, as far as I know, after the Rayo Empire re-announced our marriage, the forces in your hands have suffered a considerable impact. "
"It seems that you know quite a lot about me." The light in Lambis's eyes was fleeting. What "Arthur" said just now was not only the strength that she had revealed, especially the "Elite Society", which was her secret weapon, but it was exposed in one sentence.
"Just some necessary understanding of my fiancée … Don't tell me that you don't know anything about my movements after my return." Chen Rui's serious eyes did not show a trace of a smile. "Your ambition is indeed very ambitious, but the difficulty is definitely beyond imagination. Previously, you have been using the pressure exerted by Rex The Great on the Rayo Empire to block the covetous eyes of the surrounding people, paving the way for your own advancement step by step. Now that I have reappeared, it has indeed put you in a difficult situation. However, this is also a test, an opportunity. I can fully cooperate with your plan, and I can also help you obtain the support of the Church of Light. Your road ahead will be even wider and smoother. As for the Holy Grail … The Church of Light will be in charge, and you only need to play a key role. "
"That's all?" Seeing that he did not continue, Rambis frowned slightly and asked.
"That's all."
Rambis fell into deep thought. After a while, she said, "I can't seem to find a reason to reject such a generous deal. Are you sure you can get me the support of the Church?"
"I'm sure. Glalin is at the posthouse. I can arrange for you to meet and discuss in detail," Chen Rui answered without hesitation. "Not only that, I know that you have always wanted to win over the Moore Deng family. In the Wizard Tower Forest incident, the illegitimate son of Great Emperor Covalont, Ed, died unexpectedly. Leerd and the Deng family of Moore are in big trouble. This is also a good opportunity for you. In this regard, I can also play an unexpected role."
"Your ability … To be precise, the changes in you over the past seven years have really surprised me." Rambis looked at him deeply and suddenly smiled sweetly. "Perhaps, it was a mistake for me to give up this marriage?"
"It's not too late to regret it now." Chen Rui shrugged. "Do you intend to retain this power?"
"No." Rambis's eyes showed determination. "I have already come to this point, and I will never turn back. I want to control my own fate, and not be controlled by others. I'm sorry, including you. This is the path I have chosen, and I will continue to walk until I completely control myself, and the fate of everyone in the Empire. "
My life is in my hands, not in the hands of others. Human life is in my hands, not in the hands of the heavens.
This was the real Rambis.
From another perspective, she was somewhat similar to Chen Rui. They both wanted to control their own fate, but the path they chose was different.
However, when she truly grasped the Empire completely, perhaps she would find that she had lost the true self she once wanted to grasp. Chen Rui thought of Catherine and Rex, and there was an inexplicable feeling in his heart. No matter what, as she said herself, this was the path she had chosen, and she would continue to walk it.
Chen Rui took a deep breath and raised his wine glass. "I admire your perseverance and respect your decision. Then … I wish you success in advance, Your Highness Rambis."
"'Our' success, His Royal Highness."
The two wine glasses touched.
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