(Today's update, two in one chapter, 8000 words)
The 141st chapter "A heart like an abyss"
The disciple of the legendary magician Gandorf, the youngest magician in the Roland Magician's Guild, the eldest son of the Empire's military minister, and the heir of the Roland Family (Although he has been neglected, at least the Count has not officially announced his abolition). On top of these dazzling titles, there is now an even more awe-inspiring halo: the first committee member of the Empire's Magic Academy. And from the perspective of his position, he is the most important member of the committee!
If there is no accident, although Du Wei does not have the authority to directly give orders, but if there is a conflict between the Empire's officials and the Magician's Guild, or if there is an official order or document, then his words can play a decisive role.
A vote of affirmation, or a vote of veto!
Once the Magic Academy is established, it will completely change the millennia-old tradition of the Magician's Guild monopolizing the power of magicians. It will promote the magic culture and increase the number of magicians (although the increase in quality is still a question). But just this point alone is enough to push the young Master Du Wei to the forefront of the storm.
"I just want to know, why are you telling me this now?" Du Wei looks at his silent father: "I know, before today, you were planning to wait until after the Summer Festival to tell me this, right? Oh, no, no, let me guess, maybe you didn't want to tell me personally. Such a big news, I'm afraid it will be announced by the Emperor himself during the Summer Festival. Am I right? My lord father! "
"Indeed, you are right." Earl Raymond nods, deeply looking at his son, he can see a trace of coldness in his son's eyes. This trace of coldness, in fact, when he returned in triumph, he noticed it in his son's eyes. This time, when his son returned from the Rollin Plains to the Imperial Capital, this trace of coldness was carefully hidden in the depths of his eyes. But at this moment, it is finally revealed once again!
Earl Raymond sighed: "I won't answer your question for now, my son. But before that, we need to have a good and honest talk! A real honest talk! "
"As you wish." Du Wei shrugs his shoulders, laughing with a bit of ridicule.
Earl Raymond appropriately "ignored" Du Wei's mocking tone. With a dignified face, he looked at Du Wei and suddenly said: "You are my son, this is an unchangeable fact, no one can change it: You are a part of the Rowling family!"
"… Yes." Duwei was silent for a while and nodded.
"The establishment of the Magic Academy this time involves the ownership of such a huge force in the future. What you need to understand is that you're not the only one who's been pushed into the teeth of the storm. The entire Rowling Family and myself are also in an awkward position!" Earl Raymond's tone is very serious: "Yes, as the emperor himself, or the chairman of the Magician's Guild, you are the most suitable candidate to alleviate the conflict between the two sides. Because of your identity as a magician and as a noble, you seem to be able to represent the common interests of both sides. You are the most suitable candidate. Smart politicians would not try to intensify the conflict, because that is too dangerous. Without enough assurance, they would not bear a huge loss and fall out with the opponent! But now, both the emperor and the chairman of the Magician's Guild hold this idea. In this case, everyone needs you. You can ease their conflicts appropriately and create a delicate balance point in the conflict. In this way, your position will not be shaken in the short term. This is a good thing for you. But … … "
Du Wei is very smart, he immediately understood his father's meaning. Without waiting for Earl Raymond to finish, he already sighed: "But for the Rowling family, this is a very bad thing, what do you mean?"
"That's right!" Earl Raymond's face is gloomy: "Because of your existence, the family has already been dragged into an extremely dangerous situation!"
Du Wei is silent.
"You are my son, no matter what, you are still a member of the Rowling family! Now you should remember, on the day you came back, right here, right in this room, what did I say to you? "
Listening to his father's question, Du Wei did not hesitate and immediately replied: "I remember, at that time here, you said to me, 'Starting today, you have returned to the capital, and your every move represents the Rollin family'. I also remember, that day you showed me a trace of kindness, something I have never enjoyed in my 14 years of life. "
At the end of his words, Du Wei deeply looked at his father. That look was not sharp, but it made Earl Raymond cannot help but slightly tilt his head, as if to avoid his son's gaze.
After pondering for a moment, Earl Raymond sighed: "It is precisely because of this reason! The Rowling family is loyal to the royal family. No matter the circumstances, the Rowling family is the guardian of the Roland Empire's royal family. Our family's glory, all of our power, and the foundation of our family are all closely dependent on the Thorned Flower flag of the Roland Empire! And now, our family has produced a marginal character like you … … Indeed, your appearance is recognized by His Majesty the Emperor and the Magician's Guild's chairman. But this kind of recognition is helpless, it has no choice! Therefore, you have been tacitly accepted by everyone. But … … Under such circumstances, do you think His Majesty the Emperor will continue to trust me like before? Will he still trust the Rowling family like before? "
This question, Du Wei did not think too much, he quickly shook his head.
The answer is obviously no!
The Rollin family has produced a guy like him who has been deeply stained with the mark of the "enemy camp". As the Emperor of the Roland Empire, that headstrong and self-opinionated old man, will certainly have a trace of suspicion towards the Rowling family, even to the point of being disgusted.
What does a leader want? What they want is absolute loyalty from their subordinates, absolute and unreserved loyalty! Only such subordinates would be favored by most leaders. Only such subordinates would be trusted by most leaders!
But now, the Rowling family has produced a guy like him. Although he is a "two-faced character", it has already caused the Emperor to have a trace of doubt towards the Rowling family's loyalty.
Even if the Emperor originally trusted Earl Raymond, now that Earl Raymond has raised a son who is "leaning" towards the enemy camp, it is enough to cause the Emperor to have a bad impression of Earl Raymond.
Your own son has already become a member of the Magician's Guild, do you still want to gain my unreserved trust?
Perhaps, only a great leader could have such a magnanimous heart. Unfortunately ….. the current Emperor Augustine the 6th does not seem to be such a person!
"There is also something you don't know ….. His Majesty, in these two years, his body is not as good as before. Sometimes his temperament has become very irritable and unsociable. In recent years, no one has dared to provoke him." Earl Raymond has a trace of worry between his eyebrows: "What's even more unfortunate is that you have read so many history books, you should know that before every Emperor dies, they will consciously suppress some people with real power in the military. On one hand, it is to deter them, and on the other hand, it is to prevent them from becoming a mere figurehead after their death. This is a convention of the Emperor's way of doing things. Unfortunately, after this incident, our Rowling family has been 'looked upon favorably' by His Majesty. Think about it, when the time comes for the Emperor to suppress an important military official, who will he choose?"
Du Wei replied in a deep voice: "It should be us."
"Yes, and no." Earl Raymond bitterly smiled: "According to the current situation, to be precise, you will be roped in by His Majesty, and even promoted ….. The entire Rowling family will be suppressed. You are a member of the Magic Academy, so His Majesty will not dare to provoke you. He is worried that a two-faced person like you will completely side with the Magician's Guild. So while you may get some benefits, the Rowling family will suffer some losses. This is the origin of political matters. This is not what I am worried about. After all, as long as you are still a member of the Magic Academy, then His Majesty will not go too far. After all, he still has to give you face. What I am worried about is the long term! "
Du Wei understood that his father's worry is very correct.
The image of the Rowling family has always been tightly united around the Royal Family. They are the Royal Family's trusted military family, and one of the pillars of the Empire ….. But all of this is based on a good tradition: hundreds of years of loyalty to the Royal Family.
But now, Du Wei, this "half traitor", and in such a big matter, it is enough to greatly reduce the Rowling family's image of absolute loyalty, turning it into a stain.
"In fact, His Majesty doesn't need to do anything else. He just needs to wait for the Magic Academy's matter to be over ….. After all, you can't hold this position forever. As long as His Majesty leaves this position, then the Rowling family will really be in trouble. Even if His Majesty deliberately suppresses us, as long as the Royal Family hates us and no longer trusts us ….. Losing the trust of the Royal Family, the decline of the Rowling family will not be far away! "Earl Raymond bitterly smiled:" This is the problem I am most worried about. "
Du Wei looked at his father: "Since His Majesty has already thought about it so clearly, then you must have thought of a countermeasure, right?"
"Yes." Earl Raymond's face was very ugly: "In order to regain the trust of the Royal Family ….. or in other words, to regain the Emperor's' trust ', there is only one way, and that is to render meritorious service! Render great meritorious service, let the Royal Family be grateful to us, and once again trust us! But right now, the continent is peaceful, there is no war, so it is impossible for us, a meritorious family, to render meritorious service. So, if we want to render meritorious service, there is only one way ….. "
"… … .Support." Du Wei sighed again.
He already understood.
For an Emperor, what is the greatest meritorious service? What is the favorite subject?
The greatest meritorious service is to support! The favorite subject is to support him to become the Emperor!
"As for the current Emperor, that old man, I already don't have much hope. My greatest hope is placed on the Princes. As long as we succeed in supporting a Prince to ascend the throne, and win the battle for the throne, then we will be able to win the new Emperor's gratitude and trust! This great meritorious service is the guarantee for the long-term development of the Rowling family in the future! "Earl Raymond's eyes were deep as he looked at his son.
Du Wei didn't know how many times he sighed today, but he still helplessly looked at his father: "Supporting is indeed the best way at the moment. Although it is a gamble, but if the gamble is successful, then the benefits will also be huge ….. I just don't know, which Prince are you betting on?"
"The Crown Prince."
Hearing his father's answer, although Du Wei had already guessed it, he still couldn't help but feel a little sad.
The Crown Prince should be the one who sent people to assassinate Prince Son last night.
But then again, it seems that he and Prince Son were together again last night.
Looking at it now, it seems he was really "wrong". At this moment, Du Wei suddenly felt a little guilty. It seems his existence really did bring a lot of trouble to the Rowling family.
If he didn't exist, then the Rowling family wouldn't be caught in the middle of the establishment of the magic academy. If it wasn't for his existence, the Rowling family wouldn't have to support the new emperor … …
It seems he really is a scourge to the Rowling family.
It was his own existence that had caused the clan to fall into such an awkward situation.
"Father, in your opinion, in the competition for the throne, does the Crown Prince have an advantage over Prince Son? I spent the night with Prince Son last night, and I feel that this person … … "Before Du Wei could finish, Earl Raymond already interrupted him:" Prince Son is young and intelligent. His wisdom is admirable. His character is amiable, and he's already very generous at such a young age! I know all of this. But unfortunately, if he was born ten years earlier, I would definitely bet on him. Unfortunately … … He's just too young! "
Earl Raymond shook his head: "The Crown Prince is the son of His Majesty when he was in his twenties. He's already 50 years old this year, one year older than me. Before Prince Son was born, His Majesty has always trained him as the heir! Prince Son only emerged in recent years, but the Crown Prince is already deeply rooted in the empire. After decades of careful planning, the Crown Prince's influence in all aspects far exceeds that of Prince Son. Right now, in the Empire, most of the important officials of my age are close friends or old acquaintances who grew up with the First Prince. There are even some who have been good friends with him since he was young! But Prince Son is just too young! Even in the war in the northwest 20 years ago, the Crown Prince participated in the preparations for the war and even personally went to the front lines. In the empire's military, his influence is far deeper than Prince Son's. Especially the control of the Imperial Capital's Imperial Guards! The Crown Prince's 30 years of hard work is not in vain. Although Prince Son has the support of the court magicians and secret guards, his overall strength is still too weak. "
Du Wei didn't say anything. Although he appreciates Prince Son, he believes in his father's vision. This minister who has been in the political scene for half his life should have a better understanding of the situation than himself.
Du Wei thought for a moment, then looked at his father with a calm expression: "Father, I think I understand what you mean."
"It's good that you understand." Earl Raymond sighed: "On the day you came back, I told Alpha to tell you not to go out … … Alas, unfortunately, you didn't listen. In fact, I should've told you this myself, but … … "Speaking up to here, Earl Raymond's eyes flashed with an extremely complicated light.
Du Wei looked at his father. Although his eyes were calm, this calmness made people feel even more uneasy.
After a long time, Du Wei whispered: "Father, can I ask you a question? This question, I hope you can tell me the truth. No matter what the answer is, I'm willing to accept it! "
"… … Go ahead." Earl Raymond's voice sounded bitter.
"It was on my way to the capital." Du Wei's voice was calm, as if he was talking about someone else: "Those people who tried to assassinate me … …"
Not waiting for Du Wei to finish, Earl Raymond's eyes flashed with a trace of decisiveness: "No need to ask, it was me who sent them."
This answer, Du Wei had already guessed. But at this moment, he was surprised to find that there wasn't the slightest anger or resentment in his heart. Looking at his father in front of him, this Earl, Du Wei suddenly felt a hollow feeling in his heart. And this hollow feeling made him unable to arouse a trace of resentment!
He didn't even ask "why".
Humph … … Is there a need to ask?
When he came back that day, the Earl had already vaguely explained the answer.
At that time, Earl Raymond said: "It's because of the robe you are wearing!"
This robe, the robe of a magic scholar! Because you have become a magician! Your arrival will drag the family into a fierce whirlpool! Therefore, in order to avoid the upcoming difficult situation, for the safety of the family, he can only sacrifice this son! As long as there is no Du Wei, the Rowling family will not be caught in the middle of the struggle between the royal family and the Magician's Guild!
Compared to the future of the whole family, what is a son?
Looking at his eldest son's calm and almost deathly expression, Earl Raymond's heart suddenly trembled … … The youth in front of him, the youth with calm eyes, is his own son!
Knowing that his father was originally going to kill him, why is he so calm?
Is it hate? Or, is it hate to the extreme, and has already become numb?
"Du Wei." Earl Raymond suddenly mustered all his strength and loudly said: "There are two things, I did not deceive you … … The first is, I did try to stop you from returning to the capital, and even tried to delay it, but in the end, I was unable to resist the pressure from the royal family and the Magician's Guild! The second thing is … … I told you, when I banished you to the Rollin Plains, I really wanted to protect you. You are my son, even if I thought you were very mediocre, thought you were incompetent, I still wanted you to live a peaceful and prosperous life in your hometown! These words, I did not deceive you! "
After a long time, as if a century has passed, Du Wei slowly raised his head, looking straight at his father's face.
At this moment, the military leader who has been shaking the political scene of the empire for many years, seems to have really aged.
Du Wei suddenly smiled, his smile was so calm, then he looked at his father and said in a calm tone: "Then, father, let me tell you something. The day I came back, I told you: I don't hate you. This sentence, even now, still hasn't changed. I … … don't hate you. "
After saying this, Du Wei deeply bowed to his father, then turned around to push open the door to leave the study. Just as his foot was about to step out of the study, he suddenly stopped. He didn't turn around, but with his back facing Earl Raymond, his voice slowly floated: "There is one more thing. I think you will soon know about it, but I still want to remind you of it first. Prince Son … … He has a magical treasure in his hand that can summon a powerful magical creature. I only learned of this last night. "
These words made Earl Raymond's face slightly change!
After saying this, Du Wei really left. Without looking back, he left his father's study.
Leaving the gloomy courtyard of Earl Raymond's study, Du-Wei felt as if his chest was being blocked by something. Every time he breathed, his chest would feel heavy. Slowly walking inside the Earl's mansion, Du-Wei looked up at the sky.
"This life is really as lonely as the snow … … Hehe, but unfortunately, it's summer now. If I want to see snow, I'm afraid I can only go to the frozen forest."
At this moment, Du Wei suddenly missed everything in the frozen forest!
At least in that place where there were murderous magical beasts everywhere, it was the most fulfilling and happiest time he had ever spent in this world.
Whether it was the Old Magician, Gandorf, Hussain, the Lister Family's Dadaneier, or the Snow Wolf Mercenary Group … … The harsh training, the life of adventure, the ice and snow, camping in the snow forest, drinking strong alcohol to drive away the cold, and riding on magical beasts … … At least there, he still had a group of trusted companions by his side!!
Although the capital is prosperous, it is not my hometown!
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Perhaps it's human nature to have a trace of escape. While Du Wei's heart was feeling lonely, he walked aimlessly. When he raised his head, he suddenly found that he had unknowingly arrived at the inner part of the mansion.
In front of him, a tall girl wearing maid attire was walking towards him. It was the maid of his mother, the Countess. Seeing Du Wei from afar, she bent down and waited for Du Wei to walk in front of her. Then she raised her head and whispered: "Madam wanted me to go find you. She heard that you didn't come back last night. Madam also didn't sleep last night."
Duwei smiled and walked in without consulting anyone.
The Countess was born in a noble family. It is said that when she was young and unmarried, she received an aristocratic education like many other noble girls. She was quite talented in flowers and painting. After marriage, her relationship with the Count was very good. Count Raymond, who doted on his wife, specially opened up a garden in the inner part of the mansion to satisfy his wife's hobby of fiddling with all kinds of exotic flowers.
At this moment, when Du Wei walked into the courtyard, he saw his mother standing next to a cluster of flowers. The Countess, who was over forty years old, was still as beautiful as before. Wearing a light purple robe, she stood next to the blooming roses, but the tender and beautiful flowers had already lost some of their splendor.
The Countess was quietly looking at the flowers in front of her, but she seemed to be lost in thought.
Du Wei walked over and gently smiled: "Mother, are you admiring the flowers? Or are you thinking of painting in your heart? The summer flowers are so gorgeous, why don't you record their beauty on a drawing board? When winter comes, you can take it out and admire it. Wouldn't that be more interesting? "
The Countess turned around to look at her son, her beautiful face carrying a trace of worry: "Du Wei, come here. When I heard that you came back, I was called by your father … … He was very unhappy last night. Did he punish you again just now? "
Du Wei shook his head and just quietly smiled.
The Countess sighed and gently walked away from the cluster of flowers. Coming to her son's side, she then gently hugged Du Wei's shoulder and softly said: "Your father's mood has been very bad recently … … I know, the burden of the family has been on his shoulders for the past few decades. Although I rarely ask him, after all, I am in the imperial capital. Usually, I can hear some rumors. It seems that the family has encountered some trouble recently … …"
After saying that, the beautiful Countess' eyes moved and quietly gazed at her son. Then, she gently raised her hand, as if waving a trace of dust off Du Wei's forehead. She frowned and said: "Where did you go last night? Your clothes are all dirty."
Of course, Du Wei wouldn't say that he almost died in a battle with a powerful black magician last night. He only smiled and said: "It's nothing, I was just fooling around with a friend."
"Mm, you finally have a friend. I am also relieved. " The Countess gently smiled and gently stroked Du Wei's face. Du Wei felt his mother's fingers, warm and delicate. He couldn't help but feel his heart soften. He heard the Countess whisper to him: "You are my son, my first son. Even though it's a little unfair to Gabri … … but in the three years that your father was away, you were the only one who stayed by my side. Actually, in my heart, I've always loved you more. "
Duwei was speechless, he just looked at his mother.
"Du Wei, can I ask you for a favor?" The Countess sighed softly. This sigh was like a hidden bitterness. It faintly entered Du Wei's ears, making his heart soften for the worries of this beautiful woman.
"Mother, please say it." Du Wei smiled: "Any wish of yours is the will of the highest god to me!"
"Shh … …" The Countess' expression changed. She hurriedly reached out her soft hand and covered Du Wei's mouth. Her beautiful eyes were filled with gentle reproach: "You are not young anymore. You are not allowed to say such blasphemous words, do you understand?"
Oh … … I almost forgot. Mother is a devout believer. Du Wei sighed inwardly. When he was young, his mother had knelt and prayed for him in the Shrines on that stormy night.
Pausing for a moment, the Countess looked at her son with a hint of pleading in her voice: "Du-Wei, in fact, I know you are not like what others say you are. You are my son, I love you and I know you very well. You are a very smart person, and your capability is absolutely unimaginable to others! As for your father … … although I do not know why, I know that you and your father have always been at odds. But now … … your father works hard every day and has a frown on his face. I am very worried … … Du Wei, your little brother is only eight years old at home. He is a young child. Only you can help your father share his burdens. After all, my blood flows through your body. You also have the blood of the Rowling family. I only ask that you do not hate your father for neglecting you for so many years. If possible … … can you help him … … "
At the end of her speech, the Countess's voice was soft and pleading. Her kind eyes were full of hope.
Looking at his mother before him, Du Wei suddenly recalled the time when he was young. She wore a nightgown and walked barefoot into his bedroom at night. She would sing a melodious song to accompany him to sleep.
"Mother … …" Du Wei took a deep breath and slowly said: "For you, I am willing to do anything, even if it is to challenge the gods! Don't worry, with me here, the glory of the Rowling family will never fall! "
The youth stood before his mother. Although his voice appeared calm, it was filled with determination!
The beautiful Countess smiled. She looked at her son with gratification in her eyes. However, as gentle and kind as she was, she didn't know what kind of burden and pain the son she loved the most was carrying in his heart at this moment. Under such heavy pain, this seemingly simple promise actually represented an almost devout vow!
The summer sky was high, but Du Wei felt his heart as deep as an abyss!
In this chapter, I really want to express some familial affection. Without a doubt, in this kind of family, familial affection is a complicated thing. It may even be unhappy.
I deliberated for a long time. This chapter was written very slowly and with great difficulty. However, I feel that I have already described all that I can. As for the effect, I feel that I have written what I wanted to express. This difficulty may not be enough for YY and refreshing, but I hope that it will be moving.
In the end, "The summer sky was high, but my heart was as deep as an abyss." This sentence was typed with great difficulty on the keyboard after I finished smoking a cigarette. At this moment, I feel that my heart is not at peace.
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