Brando, Amandina, and Magadal were led to a private room on the third floor of the auction house. The room was actually a balcony in the shape of a fan. Sitting here, one could have a panoramic view of the entire auction house. The view was excellent, and Brando was very satisfied. However, he did not know that Amandina was slightly surprised. Amandina expected the auction house in Ampere Seale to be extremely luxurious, or at least far more luxurious than Braggs's. However, the decorations here were not very eye-catching, and even a little shabby in her eyes.
The surrounding walls made of black wooden planks looked very simple, and the thick curtains hanging from the ceiling were stacked together in a very ordinary color. The seats were not as intricate as the ones in Braggs's auction, but she felt surprisingly comfortable sitting on them.
However, the daughter of a small noble from Braggs would never have thought that the seemingly inconspicuous black wooden planks were actually precious black wood, which could be used to make magic staffs. The fabric hanging from the ceiling was also from the southern desert country, and the cushion she was sitting on was made of camel hair. Any of the ordinary things here were worth a few years of hard work. The extravagant lifestyle of the nobles in Erouine had long exceeded her expectations.
Although Amandina was also considered to be a noble, her family had long declined, and she could not afford such luxuries.
The balcony was surrounded by a continuous soundproof spell, and a layer of semi-transparent feather-like curtains prevented others from seeing the identity of the guests on the balcony. The protective measures of the auction house were very good, but just in case, Brando still cast a soundproof spell. Casting a spell that was not even a first circle Elementalist was very simple for a level 20 Elementalist. However, seeing that Brando did not rely on any 'tools', the Nun Princess' eyes lit up.
"I didn't expect him to know magic as well. A swordsman in his early twenties who has already stepped into the realm of Gold. How did Mr. Brando train? Is there really such a big difference between a genius and a normal person?" Princess Magadal curiously raised her thin eyebrows slightly, and her heart was full of surprise. Although she had always thought that her close friend, the princess of Erouine, was already a genius, but compared to Brando, she paled in comparison. This was because she did not know that Brando had only used a little more than a year to advance from the Iron rank to the Gold rank. Otherwise, she would have suspected that one of Brando's ancestors was a dragon in disguise.
There were even rumors that this young man might be the most outstanding star in Erouine's history. However, this new star was from the Yanbao family, and was very close to the princess, which made some people gnash their teeth. Magda was the only one who felt at ease, knowing that her close friend had such a talent in her camp.
"Alright, you can speak now, Your Highness. May I ask what happened to the Holy Cathedral? If I remember correctly, Archbishop Wood should be in favor of maintaining the status quo in Erouine. Is his opinion not enough to represent the opinion of the upper echelons of the Holy Cathedral of Fire? As far as I know, although there is more than one archbishop, there are not many in the Holy Cathedral, let alone in a special parish like Ampere Seale. I want to know what caused the change in the Holy Cathedral's intentions? "Brando immediately asked after finishing his spell.
The beautiful Nun Princess was stunned for a moment before she came back to her senses. "It should be a letter from Moros. The handover ceremony was originally scheduled to be held a month later in the Anderla Cathedral, but not only did Moros arrive early, he also brought a letter. After reading the letter, Archbishop Wood locked himself up. In fact, his last order was that we were not allowed to leave the Holy Cathedral at will. I found an opportunity to bypass the guards to meet you, Mr. Brando. "
"Archbishop Wood is not a person who cares about human feelings, but he is one of the rare people who has a firm belief. So, the letter that made him go back on his words must have come from the core of the Holy Cathedral, but why did the Holy Cathedral change their attitude so quickly? Generally speaking, the archbishop of a parish represents the attitude of the Holy Cathedral, and there are very few cases in history where their opinions are completely different from the Holy Cathedral's. So, it must be because of an emergency. But there are not many situations like this in history. "Brando could not help but frown.
The moment he frowned, the auction outside finally started as scheduled. The first item was a magic sword. The Ampere Seale Auction was indeed a few levels higher than Braggs's underground auction. The quality of this magic sword was extremely good, and it was even better than Brando's original Elven sword, the Thorn of Light. The starting price was 50,000 Tor, and Amandina could not help but gasp when she heard the starting price.
However, Brando was not interested in the sword. The Halran Gaia in his hand was considered to be one of the top fantasy weapons, and its only flaw was that its level was a little low. However, under the same level, it was indeed qualified to defeat all weapons below the level of Divine Artifacts. Otherwise, it would not be called the Holy Sword of Earth. In the Amber Sword, there were not many weapons that could be called Holy Swords.
"If only I could see the contents of the letter." His attention was only attracted by the sudden commotion outside the auction hall for a moment, and he immediately turned back to reply to himself.
"Mr. Brando, can you help Princess Gryphine? The Holy Cathedral's current intention is to help the northern nobles unify the whole of Erouine. Maybe even Duke Arreck is under pressure to join this alliance. If that is the case, it will be very dangerous for Princess Gryphine to stay in Ampere Seale. "Magadal said worriedly.
"You think the Holy Cathedral will make a move in Ampere Seale and leave the princess here?" Brando could not help but frown. Although he doubted that the northern nobles had the courage to do so, he had to consider this possibility. The Holy Cathedral claimed that they would not interfere in the internal affairs of the kingdom, but in fact, they had done so several times in history. "Even Arreck was forced to submit. The Holy Cathedral's attitude this time is quite strong. But what are they trying to do, aren't they afraid of causing a backlash? "He was puzzled. Erouine was not the only vassal state of the Holy Cathedral of Fire. Cruz's actions were likely to cause the other vassal states to feel sympathy for the loss of their own kind. Historically, the Holy Cathedral of Fire had interfered in the internal affairs of other states for special reasons. What was the reason this time?
The Nun Princess nodded. "Moros' attitude is very strong. He seems to be in a hurry to end the civil war in Erouine. But the Royal Faction still has power in the south. If Princess Gryphine is released back to Vlada Pest, it will take at least half a year for the war between the north and south to end. We don't know how long the recovery period after the war will take. Looking at Moros, I don't think he can wait that long. "
The clamor outside the auction house grew louder and louder. The magic sword had been sold for a high price of 120,000 Tor, and it was won by a swordsman in the end. But the clamor outside did not attract the attention of the two people in the box. Brando's brows were almost knitted together. He asked: "How does Her Highness want me to help? I'm afraid that the northern nobles will do their best to delay. If I'm not wrong, the northern army has already begun to mobilize. But if Princess Gryphine is the first to fall out and withdraw from the meeting, I'm afraid the Holy Cathedral will use this as an excuse to make a move. "
"When that time comes, if I want to stand on Princess Gryphine's side, Your Highness, do you want me to declare war on the Holy Cathedral?" Brando replied calmly.
"Brendel … …" Amandina was taken aback. He was probably the only person who dared to say such a thing. Declaring war on the Holy Cathedral? She did not even feel fear. The kingdom had belonged to the Holy Cathedral of Fire for centuries, and the Holy Cathedral of Fire did not only control Cruz and Erouine. In their vast territory, Erouine was just the most insignificant stone.
Magadal looked at Brando awkwardly. She was a devout believer herself, and of course she knew how terrifying the power of the Holy Cathedral of Fire was. The small duchy she was in was completely under the protection of the Holy Cathedral. The reason she was able to retain her freedom with her extraordinary beauty was all because of her title as the Nun Princess. This title was also given to her by the Holy Cathedral.
It could be said that without the Holy Cathedral, she would not have everything she had today.
"Mister Brando, I know that you have always been leaning towards the Royal Faction. Then can you answer me, to what extent are you willing to help Gryphine?" She could not help but ask as she thought of her friend's situation.
"No, you are wrong, Your Highness the Princess of Antoburo. I have never supported the Royal Faction, and I do not agree with their views, nor do I agree with Her Highness' views. "Brando could not help but frown when he heard the name of the Royal Faction.
"Ah!" Magadal was shocked: "How … Could it be that everything you did in Tónigel was for your own benefit?"
Brando shook his head. For his own benefit, he did not need to do those things. With his ability, in Cruz, Gretius, and even in the Wind Elves' Empire Saint-ausol, he could obtain a position that ordinary people could only dream of. There was no need for him to go to such a desolate place like Tónigel to start from scratch.
"I admit, I do have a good impression of Princess Gryphine. But it is not because of her views, nor is it because of the lost glory of this kingdom. First of all, I am not a Knight, Princess Magadal. What I care about is more important. I only want to protect the people I want to protect, and I only want to prevent the tragedy from happening again. "He asked faintly:" Do you understand what I mean, Princess Magadal? "
Princess Magadal looked at him blankly, her face blank: "I'm sorry, Mister Brando … I don't quite understand. Are you trying to say … That you like Gryphine? "
Brando almost choked. This princess's imagination was too rich. He quickly coughed twice and sighed: "You can think whatever you want, but I just want to say that I will not participate in this political struggle because I support the Royal Faction or Her Highness. I am neither a chess player nor a chess piece. Princess Magadal, if you really want me to interfere, then everything will have to be done according to my way. "
At this time, Ramona? An Yao's painting from the First Era of Glory, which was also Brando's auction item, was placed on the auction stage. This was the fourth item to be auctioned. The Wind Elves of Saint-ausol were highly skilled in the arts, and Princess An Yao was also known as a genius. This painting was from her golden age and was even more precious. Thus, the auction reached a small climax as soon as it started. The high starting price of one million Tor attracted Amandina's attention.
The commotion outside could not suppress Magadal's soft voice: "Mister Brando's way?"
"Before answering this question, Princess Magadal, I want to ask how you want me to help Her Highness."
The Nun Princess was stunned and frowned: "Of course, I hope that Gryphine can leave this dangerous place. Ampere Seale is not safe, Mister Brando …"
She did not originally think that way. At first, she did not think that Brando could change anything. She only hoped to persuade him to join the Royal Faction. This way, the more powerful Gryphine was, the safer she would be in Ampere Seale. But she did not know why, but Brando's words had unknowingly shaken her original thoughts.
Brando replied: "But you have to understand, if Princess Gryphine chooses to leave Ampere Seale, she will forever lose the chance to gain the support of the Holy Cathedral. She will not even be able to maintain her original strength. The Royal Faction will be at an absolute disadvantage, and defeat will be imminent. Everything that Her Highness and the Royal Faction stand for will be for naught. "
Princess Magadal was slightly stunned, but she immediately replied: "I only care about Gryphine. She is my friend."
"Then let me answer you, so am I." Brando lowered his eyelids slightly and replied.
"I understand," Magadal took a light breath: "But why does Mister Brando dislike the Royal Faction so much? Your actions in Tónigel are just like a true Knight. Isn't the Royal Faction's ideology the path you are pursuing? Why don't you choose to advance and retreat together with them? Erouine, there are very few people like you who are righteous. Why don't you unite? Instead, you let the old nobles of the North win. Mister Brando also loves this ancient country deeply, right? "
Brando shook his head and replied indifferently: "The Lionheart Sword in Freya's hand now promises to protect the people, and not to be the proof of the legitimacy of the country. Her Highness the Princess, the Valkyrie, and the citizens of Bucce, if they cannot even protect the people who are guarding it, then what is the point of the country's existence?"
"A country is ultimately made up of people. Knights are fighting on the frontlines to protect, not to sacrifice the people they want to protect. Do you understand? Relying on the legitimacy of the bloodline and the glory of the Royal Faction, the so-called persistence of the Royal Faction is nothing more than the stubbornness of the nobles. Your Highness, have you been to Bucce before? "
"Bucce?"
"Then you must not understand what Erouine really wants. King Erik's sword is a sword that protects everyone. What about the sword of the Royal Faction? I'm afraid it might not be directed towards the nobles, right? "
The Nun Princess did not say a word. She did not quite understand the thoughts of Brando and Gryphine, and even the Royal Faction, but she secretly felt that perhaps Brando was right. "Mister Brando has a similar temperament to Gryphine, but Gryphine did not see it as clearly as he did. All of us were wrong. The Royal Faction did not choose the right path from the start. "Magadal nodded.
She raised her head and asked: "Can I help you, Mister Brando?"
"I want to see the contents of the letter to confirm the true attitude of the Holy Cathedral. If what you said is true, then I have no choice but to take the princess away by force. "Brando replied.
"Of course. But in exchange, I hope that Mister Brando will not call me Princess anymore. Just call me Magadal. "The princess said seriously.
"Is that okay?" Brando could not help but turn around. At this moment, the oil painting of Princess Twilight was sold for a high price of 3,300,000 Tor. After deducting the handling fee, there was still more than 3,000,000 Tor in profit. Amandina could not help but let out a soft 'ah' before turning around to look at her lord. But Brando looked at Magadal and asked: "Miss Magadal, are you a believer of the Holy Cathedral?"
"The teachings of the Flame King teach the world to be righteous and loyal. Although I respect the Holy Cathedral, I respect the truth in my heart even more. I believe that even Lord Wood would support my decision." Magadal replied: "For this, I am willing to pay any price, so please rest assured, Mister Brando."
Brando nodded softly. "This princess is indeed as kind and righteous as the rumors say." He had always kept a distance from devout believers, but at this moment, he could not help but admire her. He thought for a moment and suddenly thought of the future of the princess. He could not help but remind her: "Miss Magadal, have you ever thought of fighting for your own destiny?"
The Nun Princess widened her eyes. The words' fight for your own destiny 'deeply moved her. She did not know how Brando could see through the struggle in her heart. She could not help but stare at the latter in shock.
"I mean no harm."
Magadal hesitated for a moment, but in the end, she shook her head. The Holy Cathedral had given her too much, and she did not have the courage to resist. Just like Gryphine, although she knew that she was trapped in her own trap, she still had to move forward. Seeing that Magadal was unwilling to leave the Holy Cathedral, Brando could only sigh. In fact, he also knew that this was not possible. After all, the Nun Princess represented her country behind her back. Humans were never free, and he was just casually asking.
The auctioneer knocked the mallet for the third time, and the final decision was made.
"I will wait for your good news." Brando replied: "Please be careful."
"Yes." Princess Magadal nodded.
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