Chapter 195

"That's what happened."

After an unknown period of time, Baylon finally finished his story.

"As you all know, the most wanted criminals, Beetho and Killian, have been defeated by Lord Shien. The Old Demons have also been wiped out. While the losses on our side are not heavy, we cannot let the victims' sacrifice be in vain. I implore Your Majesty to make a decision on this."

In the end, Baylon spoke up for Ramaegion.

However, this could be considered pardonable and within the scope of what could be allowed. He believed that no one would object to this.

"Thank you, Lord Baylon." Ancey nodded. "Don't worry, we will not ignore those who have contributed. Ramage has done well this time. Although he did not successfully escort the mastermind of the Old Demons, Killian, to the capital, he was not spared. In addition, he has defeated Beetho and the other inhumane Old Demons. This is a great contribution. I will arrange for someone to reward him accordingly."

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Baylon breathed a sigh of relief, seemingly satisfied with this result.

Leon and Arliss were also happy. It seemed that this result was within their acceptable range.

Only Vivian, with a gentle smile on her face, did not seem to care about the so-called merits and rewards. This attracted the attention of many nobles.

She did not fight for merits, nor was she greedy. She just quietly did what she was supposed to do. This Vivian was indeed very charming.

"So, everyone should understand the specifics of the incident, right?" An Xi looked around at the crowd again and said, "It's obvious that the adventurer Sean has made great contributions in this matter. What do you think is the best reward for him?"

These words made many people perk up.

This was because the highlight of the show was about to begin.

"Your Holiness Yule, Your Excellency Jacinta, what do you think?"

Anci, however, did not look at the nobles immediately. Instead, he looked at the two important figures beside him who were on equal footing with him.

The two of them were still looking at Sean, and they only retracted their gazes when An Xi asked.

Then, Yule spoke first.

"Without a doubt, this is a great contribution." Yule responded to Anxi's question with a benevolent and amiable smile. "The old demon faction led by Beetho has not only slaughtered countless innocent lives in the capital over the past ten years, they have also caused great losses and sacrifices to the Temple. To be able to suppress such heresy, I feel joy from the bottom of my heart."

"Indeed." Jacinta also spoke, but his voice was not as kind as Yule's. Instead, it was a little frivolous. "I have always felt deeply regretful and pained that such traitors have appeared among the Demons. Of course, I also abhorred them, especially my former subordinates. It was all because I was blind that Your Highness' reputation was tarnished. For the human genius Shien to clear such a stain for us, I must represent Your Highness to express my sincerest gratitude. Therefore, I believe that the reward must be great."

"Of course," Jacinta agreed. Yule echoed, "This is a rare genius of our Human Race. His future is promising. I believe that even God will pay special attention to Lord Shien. Such a genius cannot be neglected, Your Majesty."

"That's right." The corners of Jacinta's mouth curled up, and then he continued to look at Shien, still looking interested.

The representatives of the Temple and the Demons were all full of praise for Shien.

Obviously, these two were on Shien's side.

In addition, there were also people who spoke up for Shien.

"As Your Highness and Your Excellency have said, I think we must reward him greatly, Your Majesty."

The one who said this was Mejis.

The patriarch of the Lazahad family had been present all the time. Looking at Shien standing in front of the throne, his eyes were full of surprise and appreciation.

After all, Shien was an adventurer and also someone related to his family. He was even a newcomer. It was reasonable for Mejis to take care of him. Not to mention that Shien had given Mejis such a big surprise, allowing Mejis to see a corner of Shien's strength. Naturally, he admired Shien very much.

"I also think that Lord Shien is a very powerful talent. Father, you can't let him take risks and make meritorious deeds for nothing."

The noble woman who somewhat resembled Rosie also spoke up. Even her gaze at Shien was still so curious.

And since she had addressed An Xi as' Royal Father ', it was obvious who she was.

It was the first princess of the Mithra Kingdom, Rosie's elder sister — Lia de Ella Mithra.

"Rosie, Alidia, what do you think?"

Anxi had a smile on his face, but he did not immediately decide. Instead, he turned to Rosie and Alidia.

"I have no opinion."

Alidia said expressionlessly.

"Naturally, I have no opinion either."

Rosie even smiled faintly. Her smile was so beautiful that it made everyone's heart warm up. But when they remembered who she was smiling for, they felt a little stifled.

As for Shien, he did not speak from the beginning to the end. He just watched the whole process as if it had nothing to do with him.

Then, a voice of objection finally appeared.

"Your Majesty, I think it's too early to talk about rewards."

When such a voice appeared, the atmosphere of the scene suddenly changed.

Everyone turned their eyes to the source of the voice.

Shien also looked over.

In the next second, everyone saw a middle-aged man standing with his hands behind his back. He was dressed in a military uniform, and his posture was ramrod straight. He looked extraordinary.

"… Brother Barry?"

Anxi narrowed his eyes.

"Barry?"

Shien was a little confused.

He naturally did not know this person.

However, a small voice beside him introduced him to Shien.

"He is Duke Barry Stringham. He is related to the royal family by blood. Although he is a distant relative, he is also a descendant of the Hero. He is not good at fighting, but he is very good at fighting on the battlefield. He is a very resourceful politician and tactician."

Vivian had unknowingly moved closer to Sean and whispered to him.

"Duke Barry is famous for being iron-blooded and ruthless. He is very powerful and has a very high status in the kingdom. Now that he has raised an objection, there should be many nobles following him. Things are going to get a little troublesome."

Just like Vivian said, Barry's action made many nobles subconsciously move closer to him as if they had found their backbone.

Under such circumstances, Ansi also frowned.

"Brother, do you think we should not reward such a meritorious person?"

Anxi asked in a deep voice.

Barry shook his head.

"You misunderstand me, Your Majesty. Meritorious people should naturally be rewarded. There is no doubt about this." Barry said calmly, "However, I think there are too many strange things in this matter. It is too reckless to judge the adventurer Shien to be meritorious now."

"Oh?" Jacinta's interest was piqued. "What does His Excellency the Duke think?"

"I think, according to Belen Murau's description, there are several suspicious points in this matter." Barry said calmly, "For example, why did the adventurer Shien come into contact with the former mastermind of the Old Demons, Lésia, which led to Killian's appearance. Why did this adventurer plan to lure the main forces of the Old Demons to attack? In addition, Killian who was escorted seemed to have some problems because of him. In the end, he betrayed Beetho and was killed. There are too many suspicious points that cannot be ignored."

His words caused everyone to ponder for a while.