Bi Jin City, Russo Count House.
The banquet was still going on. As the absolute protagonist, Princess Helen rarely spoke. Most of the time, she was listening and getting to know people.
However, she was able to accurately say the name of every person who came forward to greet her, as well as the time of their last meeting. This made everyone feel flattered and overjoyed, because this was something that happened more than ten years ago. Occasionally, some nobles who were close to their birthdays would get Princess Helen's blessings, which made them even more excited.
"Husband, come here for a moment!" Duke Debus walked to Shen Lang's side and said in a low voice.
After that, she brought Shen Lang to a secret study room and said, "There's a mysterious guest who wishes to see you."
Shen Lang said, "The high priest of the Church of Fire, right?"
Duke Debus said, "As clever as you, my dear Husband."
Then, she kissed Shen Lang, but did not immediately take Shen Lang to meet the guest. Instead, she asked, "Husband, do you know why I chose to believe in the Church of Fire?"
Shen Lang said, "Why? Is it because your figure is especially hot? "
"That is also one of the reasons, and you know this the best." Duke Debus said, "But the most important reason is because I have seen the powerful mysterious power of the Church of Fire."
"Gunpowder?" Shen Lang asked, "Hellfire bugs?"
"It's not just that." Duke Debus said, "There are some other things. For example, they said that my son will become a prince, and I almost saw all of this very clearly in my dream. It was incomparably real."
Shen Lang said, "It's not just that."
Duke Debus was a political creature, and without absolute power, she would not choose to fully cooperate with the Church of Fire, or even choose to convert. So the prophecy that her son could become a prince would only have a slight effect on her.
"Husband, do you know that there is no true transcendent force in the entire Western world?" Duke Debus said, "The White Capital is high up and has never come into contact with us. The Vatican was supported by the former Emperor of West Lun to control the minds of the Vader people, and suffered a fatal blow from Queen Helen more than a hundred years ago. So the Church of Fire is the closest to the transcendent force. They are equivalent to the embryonic form of the transcendent force in the Eastern world. "
Shen Lang understood what Debus meant.
"In the Eastern world, the six transcendent forces and the Great Yan Empire monopolized the entire ancient civilization and ruled the Eastern world," Debus continued, "This shows that the connection between the transcendent forces and the secular power is very deep."
So Debus took a fancy to the Church. She fancied the mysterious power of the other party, and the other party fancied her worldly power, so they hit it off.
"Husband," Debus said, "The Eastern world and the Empire," Shen Shen said.
Shen Lang said, "The Eastern World and the Great Yan Empire are so powerful. Why don't they invade the Western World and conquer the New World?"
Duke Debus nodded. She knew that the Great Yan Empire was very powerful, but after everything she had experienced recently, she realized that the Great Yan Empire and the Eastern world were much more powerful than she had imagined.
Since that was the case, why did the Eastern world not invade the Western world, and even completely cut off trade with the Western world? This seemed somewhat illogical.
In fact, not only Debus, but even Shen Lang was somewhat puzzled. The six transcendent forces of the Eastern world fought openly and secretly for the ancient ruins, and the Western world clearly had some ancient ruins that had not been explored. Why did they not come to the Western world?
Could it be that these ancient ruins also had attributes? The Western only suited the West, and the Eastern only suited the East? This didn't make sense.
It seemed that this world was much more mysterious than he had imagined.
"Well, Lord Husband, are you ready to meet the High Priest of the Church of Fire?" Debus asked.
"Of course!" Shen Lang said.
Then, Debus walked out, and a moment later, the mysterious High Priest of the Church of Fire walked in.
This was a mysterious woman wearing a red hood. When the hood was lifted, a beautiful middle-aged woman with fiery red hair could be seen. Her eyes were especially different from those of ordinary people. It seemed to contain some kind of special spiritual power, as if she could see through people's hearts with a glance.
At that time, it was this High Priest who used the Hellfire Bug to assassinate Shen Lang.
"Greetings, Lord Shen Lang." Shen Lang said, "Here, I formally apologize to you for the unpleasantness a few months ago."
Shen Lang frowned and said, "That was not just unpleasantness. I had 39 Amazon warriors sacrificed their lives. They did not die on the battlefield, but in your conspiracy and assassination. If you do not account for this matter, I will not forget about it. "
"Of course I will account for it." The High Priest of the Church of Fire clapped his hands.
Immediately, someone carried in a few large boxes. When they opened them, they saw that they were densely packed with human heads.
"Here are 99 human heads, all of which belong to the Church of Fire." The High Priest said, "Because they have offended you, they are willing to commit suicide to redeem themselves. Of course, if it is not enough, you can name a number."
How ruthless. But was it suicide, or was it suicide?
Shen Lang could not help but look at the High Priest. The culprits who assassinated Shen Lang that day were Debus and the High Priest in front of him. Debus had already become his wife, so how could this High Priest redeem herself?
This mysterious High Priest did not say anything and directly pulled off the hood on her body. It was empty inside. She was not wearing anything, revealing her attractive and compact body with undulating curves.
"Of course, if you feel that this is not enough, you can also say it. As long as I can get your forgiveness, I can do anything." The High Priest of the Church of Fire said.
The High Priest of the Church of Fire in front of him was very beautiful, but Shen Lang had slept with enough beauties in the Western world. Moreover, he was really powerless. He was squeezed by Queen Aida on Saltpeter Island. After a few days of hard work, he was squeezed by the lioness Debus when he came back. He only hated the fact that the Western world did not have the Guifu Dihuang Pill that could nourish the kidneys.
Of course, it was still very pleasant to look at the body of a beauty.
Since you can't wear clothes, then let's chat like this.
"I think you probably have no appetite now." The High Priest of the Church of Fire said. Then, she took out a box and opened it. There was an ancient book inside.
"This is a gift for you. Please accept it. Otherwise, we will feel uneasy." The High Priest of the Church of Fire said.
This was a precious gift. It was the first time that Shen Lang had seen an ancient book in the Western world. The Church of Fire had mastered some mysterious and powerful ancient powers. Then, Shen Lang might be able to research some more mysterious weapons from this ancient book.
"I will accept it." Shen Lang said, "May I ask why Your Excellency High Priest has come to see me? I have to tell you that Helen and I are indeed brother and sister. However, I will never interfere with any internal affairs of the Xilun Empire. I will not agree to any request on her behalf. "
"Of course." The High Priest of the Church of Fire said, "Everything we do is just to make up for our previous mistakes. There are absolutely no conditions."
She was indeed a smart person.
Then, the High Priest of the Church of Fire took out a piece of silk and put it on the chair. She asked Shen Lang, "May I?"
"Of course." Shen Lang said, "Please take a seat."
The High Priest of the Church of Fire sat down gracefully. After organizing her words for a while, she said, "I know that Your Excellency Shen Lang had a lot of unhappiness with the transcendental forces in the Western world. The transcendental forces in the Eastern world are very powerful. Compared to them, we are like newborn babies. However, it is also because of this that we are malleable. At least we are not that arrogant and conservative. Our attitude is quite open-minded. "
Shen Lang smiled and said, "How many years has your church developed?"
The High Priest of the Church of Fire said, "If we talk about history, I can say it has been 500 years. However, in front of you, I choose to be honest. It has only been 100 years since we found the Holy Altar and started to develop. Moreover, we have been walking unsteadily."
Shen Lang said, "But I have seen the power of your church."
The High Priest of the Church of Fire said, "In the words of the Easterners, you are making a fool of yourself."
Following that, the two of them chatted aimlessly. The meaning of the High Priest of the Church of Fire was very clear. She was here to make friends. Everything was for friendship and not benefits. Therefore, there was no negotiation.
In short, there was only one meaning in her words. She must not have any prejudice against the Church of Fire because of the transcendental forces in the Eastern world. Also, she must not adopt a hostile attitude because of the unhappiness that happened before.
Shen Lang's guess was right. This Church of Fire was equivalent to the embryonic form of the transcendental forces in the Western world. However, it was far from becoming the overlord.
In fact, there was also a mysterious transcendental force that had already been born. It was the pyramid on the top of the snowy mountain in the ruins of the Lost Nation. The force that was temporarily completely isolated from the world.
"I have disturbed Your Excellency Shen Lang for a long time. Thank you for taking your precious time to meet with me. I will not forget this kindness." The High Priest of the Church of Fire said, "Finally, I would like to invite you to visit our Holy Altar at a suitable time."
Shen Lang: "I will. When I feel that the conditions are suitable, I will send an application to your Church. I have fully felt your friendship."
The High Priest of the Church of Fire stood up and asked, "May I?"
"Of course." Shen Lang: "Thank you, Your Excellency, for the grace of letting me talk while looking at the beautiful scenery."
"It is my honor that my humble body can be appreciated by a man like you." The High Priest of the Church of Fire said, "Then I will take my leave. Here, I wish you a smooth journey back to the Eastern world and to be able to achieve your final wish."
Shen Lang: "Thank you, thank you! Here, I also wish your Church a smooth development. "
"May I?" The High Priest of the Church of Fire asked and opened his arms.
"Of course." Shen Lang also opened his arms.
The two of them hugged gently, and the High Priest of the Fire God Sect even kissed Shen Lang's cheek lightly.
When walking out of the door, the High Priest of the Church of Fire said, "Your Excellency Shen Lang, may I ask if you are going to the Queen's City?"
Shen Lang said, "That's right. “
The High Priest of the Church of Fire said, "I personally suggest that you go as soon as possible."
As soon as this was said, Shen Lang's eyes trembled slightly. What did this mean?
The Church of Fire should have their own intelligence organization, and they were also very close to the northern nobles, so they could get some relatively secret information.
"Thank you for telling me!"
Then, Shen Lang did not return to the banquet hall. Instead, he stood directly outside the balcony and looked in the direction of the Queen's City.
Of course, he could not see anything. It was more than ten thousand miles away from the Queen's City.
Shen Lang promised Yaoyao that he would pick her up within a year. Even if he had to crawl, he would crawl to her. Now there were still two months left.
However, Shen Lang decided to leave for the Queen's City tomorrow. The sooner the better.
It was not enough for him to go alone. The key was Princess Helen. But before that, Princess Helen must hold a meeting with all the nobles in the south. She must confirm the establishment of the whole south's new noble faction before she could go north to the Queen's City. Only then would she have absolute confidence in the next negotiation with Soran.
"My dear, what's wrong?" Duke Debose hugged Shen Lang from behind.
Shen Lang: "How long until the banquet ends?"
"About two hours," Duke Debose said.
Shen Lang: "Then I won't go back. I'll go to the Queen's City first. Helen's martial arts are high. She can catch up with me in two days. "
Duke Debose said, "What's wrong? Are there any changes in the Queen's City? "
Shen Lang: "Changes that don't count as changes."
Debose said, "Husband, then I'll go with you."
Shen Lang: "No need. You haven't been pregnant for long, so it's not suitable for you to travel long distances. And whether it's Bi Jin City or Mulan City, it's inseparable from your overall planning. "
Duke Debose said softly, "My dear, we haven't been together for long, are we going to separate?"
This sentence came from her political instinct, but it also came from her emotional instinct. She was a political creature, but not without feelings. It was just that before she invested her feelings, she would be absolutely rational and absolutely put interests first. When it was in line with interests, she would also invest her sincere feelings, because she also knew how to make herself happy and sweet. No matter how strong she was, a woman without love might not be complete.
Shen Lang patted her waist gently and said, "Dora, let's get ready. We're leaving immediately."
"Yes!"
A quarter of an hour later!
Under the protection of a thousand Amazon troops, Shen Lang boarded the fastest ship of the Skeleton Party, left the waters of Bi Jin City, and sailed in the direction of the Queen's City. They would arrive in about twelve days.
Standing at the bow of the ship, Shen Lang looked at the sky in the north, and Queen Medusa's words seemed to ring in his ears once again.
"Shen Lang, I will return Chou Yao 'er to you. I will return her to you in one piece."
Shen Lang sighed in his heart. He knew clearly in his heart. In fact, when he saw Queen Medusa for the first time, he knew that although the two of them were Yaoyao's parents, they were not fated to be together, at least until now.
"Little darling Yaoyao, daddy is coming to pick you up."
… … …
The journey was silent, and twelve days passed quickly.
Shen Lang's ship still hung the flag of the Skeleton Party, but it did not encounter any obstructions. Along the way, it encountered many merchant ships, fleets, and sporadic pirates. Not only did it not encounter any trouble, it even received unanimous cheers and respect. The pirates shouted long live the Skeleton Party, while the ships of the nobles and the merchant ships of the Quidah clan shouted long live the Princess.
News spread very quickly in this world, as if it had a mouth, especially on the seas. Whether it was pirates or sea merchants, they could all obtain new news from the taverns and brothels of the city. Of course, it was unknown if it was 100% true, as pirates were the profession that loved to brag the most in this world.
"Long live Princess Helen."
"Long live the Skeleton Party."
"Long live Duke Shen Lang!"
Twelve days later, the warship had traveled more than 12,000 kilometers and arrived at Shiwa City, which was 200 kilometers southeast of the Queen's City.
The owner of this city, the Shiwa family, was Queen Helen's most loyal subject, and the strongest supporter of the Queen's two benevolent policies. Because of this, he was strongly suppressed by the nobles of the north, and could barely survive. So when Queen Medusa attacked, he also declared his loyalty and hung the flag of the Witch Empire. After that, Duke Russell's 200,000 troops attacked Shiwa City, and the duke chose to surrender after losing.
Ten months ago, Shen Lang had followed Hill's merchant ship to Shiwa City. At that time, the entire city had been a huge military camp. It was still the same now, but the smoke and bloodstains were no longer there.
As soon as Shen Lang's warship neared the dock, three ships immediately came up to welcome them, waving flags of respect. As soon as they landed, they saw the orderly honor guard of the Third Empire of Xilun. The leader was Duke Russell, and the second should be Duke Shiwa.
A month ago, Duke Russell led 100,000 troops back to Shiwa City. Of course, even if they went by sea, 100,000 troops would not be able to completely return and retreat in a month. It was Duke Russell who returned first on a ship, and he also made a trip to the Xilun Empire before heading south to Shiwa City to take charge of the situation here.
This was because the real battle between Princess Helen and Sauron was about to happen, and this battle would decide the fate of the entire Xilun Empire.
"Welcome to the eastern land of the empire once again, respected Lord Shen Lang." Duke Russell extended his hand towards Shen Lang.
Shen Lang extended his hand and shook his hand, saying, "It's a pleasure to meet you again."
Next, he intended to extend his hand to shake Duke Shiwa's, but the other party went forward to hug him. He seemed especially excited.
"Respected Lord Shen Lang, due to certain reasons, although I could not attend that night's banquet, the Shiwa Family will always stand by Princess Helen's side. Even if we lose all our land and troops, the Shiwa Family will still be the Princess's subjects." Duke Shiwa said this in front of Duke Russell, even though his city had been completely occupied.
"I thank you on behalf of my sister for your loyalty." Shen Lang said, "My Lords, I am very happy to visit Shiwa City, but I need to rush to Queen City as soon as possible, so I will take my leave."
"Respectfully sending off Lord Shen Lang. We have already prepared all the resources for you on the way to Queen City."
Then, under the gazes of the two dukes and 5,000 honor guards, Shen Lang led the 1,000 Amazon troops towards Queen City at lightning speed.
… …
Just a few hours later, Shen Lang arrived at Queen City.
He once again saw this magnificent pink city. It was still surrounded by an army, with at least 300,000 troops surrounding Queen City. The large open space outside the city was filled with all kinds of defense lines and military camps.
Shen Lang and his party were still unobstructed. The hundreds of thousands of troops of the Third Empire of Xilun silently opened up a path. But not a single officer or noble came to welcome Shen Lang, because these were the troops of the northern nobles.
Once again entering Queen City, there was no more joy here, but it was not gloomy and hopeless. This city was no longer as romantic, but everyone's eyes were still filled with spirit.
Because everyone knew that Princess Helen had returned. This master who had once left them had finally realized her power and responsibility.
Queen City's Lord, Duke Hall, came to welcome Shen Lang. His emotions were extremely complicated. No one could compare to his feelings for Queen Helen, and no noble could compare to his loyalty and feelings for Princess Helen.
From a young age, Duke Hall had been filled with infinite expectations for Princess Helen, but in the end, she left and chose to wander.
Duke Hall felt that he was only Helen's general manager and did not have the ability to protect this great city, so it was very likely to fall into the hands of the greedy northern nobles. It was also at this time that Queen Medusa appeared and protected the city.
Protect, not occupy.
Duke Hall was infinitely loyal to Princess Helen. As for Queen Medusa, Duke Hall worshipped her with unparalleled reverence. He treated her like a god.
At this moment, his expression was extremely complicated.
"We meet again, esteemed Lord Shen Lang." Duke Hall opened his arms.
Shen Lang went forward and hugged him. "Lord Hall, this is how the world is. It's always full of disappointments, but there's always a pleasant surprise. "
"Isn't that so?" Duke Hall said. "But this might be the best ending, even though it's a little emotionally devastating. But God won't care too much about our mere personal feelings, right? "
Shen Lang said, "There's a saying in the East: If the heavens have feelings, the heavens will grow old."
As the two spoke, they galloped towards the palace.
… …
After passing through a long tunnel, Shen Lang entered the underground tomb of the palace. Queen Medusa was gone, and even the four mysterious experts guarding her were gone.
Shen Lang looked at the empty underground palace and sighed inwardly.
Although he had expected all of this, it was still a pity when it actually happened.
Closing his eyes, it was as if he could still feel the aura of Queen Medusa's existence. Her enchanting fragrance was deep in the bones, and as long as she stayed in a place, it would not dissipate for a long time.
Or perhaps her fragrance had been engraved in Shen Lang's memory. It was as if he could smell it whenever he thought of it.
I knew this would happen, but it's a pity that I can't say goodbye.
Then, Shen Lang overturned this view. It was better not to say goodbye. Because once they said goodbye, it might really be goodbye forever.
After leaving the underground tomb, they returned to the palace.
"When did Her Majesty leave?" Shen Lang asked.
"About the night of thirteen days ago. Because that night, all the children in the Queen's City seemed to have heard a nursery rhyme and became very obedient," Duke Hall said.
It was on the night of the banquet, when all the southern nobles came to celebrate the return of Princess Helen.
It was as if the entire southern part of the empire was destined to have only one woman. When Princess Helen announced her return, Queen Medusa left.
Of course, Queen Medusa was never the owner of this land. She was only a temporary protector.
… …
Shen Lang walked into the dustless palace and saw the snow-white jade bed from afar, as well as the little person sleeping on it.
Almost a year had passed, but his little baby didn't seem to have grown up. She was still so delicate and exquisite, like a transparent jade figure.
Shen Lang came to the bed and looked at the side of the baby, which was filled with portraits. Some were drawn by Shen Lang, while others were drawn by her.
The latest drawing was especially good. Although the faces of the three people were blurry, they were the most similar. A family of three: Father, Mother, and Baby.
In the past ten months, this little baby had relied on these portraits and Shen Lang's promise to survive.
Shen Lang went forward and gently stroked Baby's hair. He said in a hoarse and gentle voice, "Baby Baby, Daddy is here."
A moment later, Baby Baby opened her blurry eyes and opened her arms to hug Shen Lang's neck.
Shen Lang picked up her tiny body and looked at her carefully.
She had changed!
Her gaze was no longer that tired, and her breathing was a little more powerful.
Her heartbeat was also much stronger.
Queen Medusa had said that before she left, she would give her daughter something to support her, at least for a few years.
"Baby, Daddy will take you to find Mommy in the future, okay?" Shen Lang asked.
Yaoyao nodded his head vigorously.
"Baby Baby, do you know where Mommy is?" Shen Lang asked.
Baby Baby nodded, but then shook her head.
Shen Lang understood. She couldn't say it now, but when she grew up, she would know.
Hopefully, Queen Medusa wasn't lying to her.
Hopefully, she wasn't really leaving completely …
Shen Lang carried Baby Baby and walked out of the dustless palace. This was the first time in a few years that the little baby had left the palace and come to the outside world.
Standing at the highest point of the palace, Baby Baby's big eyes greedily looked at the colorful world.
She was lucky. The first time she saw the outside world was this beautiful Queen's City. She wanted to draw it all immediately.
…
Queen Medusa had left for more than ten days. There was no news at all and she never came back.
Shen Lang didn't stay in Queen City and left with Baby Baby. He didn't go to Shiwa City's pier either. Instead, he kept going east. There was no pier, only a reef and a narrow beach.
The Amazon Army had built a beautiful thatched hut here for Shen Lang and Baby Baby to live in.
The father and daughter waited here, waiting for a certain figure to appear.
Three days later!
A tired figure slowly came from the north, wading through the water.
The waves almost submerged her body.
She raised her head and looked in the direction of Shen Lang and Baby Baby. Then, she started running.
She was Chou Yao Er, that heroic-looking heroine.
The 100% Chou Yao Er was exactly the same as when they separated a few years ago.
… …
Note: Changed location today. I was on the road during the day. They went to the hot spring, but I was still in my room writing. We're leaving the Western world soon. Brothers, give me your monthly tickets. Pastries are bowing to you!
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