This must be Miss Hai Yang. Marshal Seedorf's granddaughter? "
Ma Xisha's Hai Yang.
Hai Yang nodded slightly. "Greetings, Your Majesty. I am Hai Yang. "
Masmo's gaze regained its original majesty. "Marshal Seedorf has always been one of the people I admire the most. I will have to trouble Miss to send my regards to him. "
Hai Yang nodded again. "Thank you, Your Majesty."
Masmo suddenly became silent. His gaze seemed to be a little scattered. It was as though he wanted to say something, but he couldn't. This caused the atmosphere in the Black Phoenix Carriage to become a little gloomy.
It was Ye Yinzhu who broke the silence. She smiled. "It's been three years. How is Your Majesty?"
Ye Yinzhu felt a little regretful after asking this question. After experiencing such a failed war, how could Masmo, who ruled Landias, be well? Furthermore, all of this was caused by her.
As expected, Masmo looked at her. The desolation in his eyes increased. "Do you think I can be well? Although Landias's vitality hasn't been damaged, it's already over. Although I have many children, none of them can share my worries. They only know how to fight for power. Once I leave this world, I'm afraid that Landias will collapse. Although I've never been willing to admit that I'm a failed emperor, I have to admit that I've really lost. However, I didn't lose to Milan's Silvio. I lost to you, Qin Di Ye Yinzhu. "
He paused for a moment. Perhaps it was because of the sadness in his words, Sula, who was sitting beside Ye Yinxiu, couldn't help but raise her head slowly. The coldness in her eyes seemed to have disappeared a little. However, she still wasn't willing to speak.
Masmo smiled indifferently. "In my life, I rarely admire anyone. Silvio isn't one of them. As an emperor, although he's not bad, he doesn't have any lofty ambitions. His ability to use the heart of an emperor is far inferior to mine. The Milanese Empire is what I admire the most. It was the commanding Gemini Star. Martigny, Shield Of Milan and Seedorf, Milan's Spear. It was because of their existence. That was how the Milanese Empire was able to maintain its top national strength and block Orc's army in the north. South and our side faced off. Even though they were enemies. I don't know if you can believe it, but when I heard the news of Marshal Martigny's death, I mourned for a long time. How I wish he could be one of us Landias. In terms of military talent. In Landias, only Cruz and Crespo are comparable to them, but there's still an insurmountable gap between them. "
After a pause, Masmo's eyes suddenly lit up. He looked at Ye Yinzhu and said, "But they are not the people I admire the most. The only thing that makes me sigh at my inferiority. There is only one in this world. It's not Faran's tower masters, but you. Qin Di, Ye Yinxiu. "
"Me?"
Ye Yinzhu was a little surprised. She didn't expect Masmo to praise her so much.
"It's you. Although you came from the Eastern Dragon Eight Schools, you can be said to have started from scratch. The first time you showed your prowess, you ruined my plans with the Beastmen Race. Stopping the Orc Marauding Army. Letting the world see the magic of a Divine Musician. Later. You gradually built Qin City and your strength increased. But Qin City is located in a remote area. Whether it was me or the other countries, no one noticed your existence. It wasn't until after the war started that I realized how stupid it was to ignore you. Just three thousand elites. You helped the Milanese Empire eliminate the most dangerous war on the Eastern Front. The Kingdom of Flor couldn't fight back and suffered great losses. From that moment on, you and your Qin City stood tall in Longqinus. Becoming one of the powers on the continent. "
"In my opinion, everyone has their own strengths and development direction. As an outstanding Emperor, it's difficult to become an outstanding commander. As an outstanding commander, it's difficult to become a supreme expert. But in you, the situation has changed. Not only do you have great strength, you're also an outstanding commander. Most importantly, you have a cohesive force. Although I don't know how you did it, but to be able to unite the Elves, Dwarves, Goblins, and Orc Clan by your side, with yourself as the core, this kind of cohesiveness is something that I don't have. I've always wanted to ask you, how did you do it? Did you coerce and bribe? No, you're probably not that kind of person. "
Ye Yinzhu sighed and said, "Your Majesty, you're an outstanding Emperor. However, being too materialistic has blinded your eyes. Actually, I didn't do much. I'm just being sincere. If you want others to treat you wholeheartedly, you have to treat them wholeheartedly first. "Masmo was startled and shook his head helplessly," It's too late to say anything now. After so much, your position on the continent is definitely not below mine or Silvio's. Faran's support, Orc's support, and the Qin City's own strength and capabilities have earned my respect. That's why I suggested to Faran that if you want our Landias to fully support the Sacred War, the position of commander will definitely be yours. "
Ye Yinzhu didn't decline modestly. She looked at Masmo and said in a low voice, "Your Majesty, we're here to listen to your conditions. Master O 'Brien told me that there's a condition for Landias to fully support the Sacred War. "
Masmo didn't directly answer Ye Yinzhu's question. "How are your children? As their grandfather, I haven't seen them in three years. I heard that they're a pair of twins. Given how outstanding you are, your children must be outstanding as well. "
Hearing Masmo mention children, Ye Yinzhu immediately thought of her three mischievous babies. She smiled, "The children are doing well. My and Sula's children are called Ye Siqin and Ye Lianqin. It's strange that Siqin is born with a Radiant Body, while Lianqin is born with a Dark Body. They're very perceptive when it comes to magic. "
A benevolent smile appeared on Masmo's face, as though he was imagining what his grandson would look like. "How can your children not be outstanding? To be able to receive your praise, they must be excellent."
Sula, who had been silent all this while, suddenly spoke up, "You don't have to pretend. As the Emperor of Landias, I don't believe that you don't have spies in Faran. How could you not know what happened to those two little devils, Siqin and Lianqin, at Fa Lan? "
Masmo's eyes flickered as he looked at Sula and smiled bitterly, "You're finally willing to speak to me?"
Sula replied indifferently, "I've already repaid what I owed you, and we have nothing to do with each other. However, I can tell you that if your conditions are related to my children, I will definitely not agree to it. You don't have to be delusional. "
Masmo's body trembled slightly as he stared at Sula with a strange look in his eyes. Ye Yinzhu's heart skipped a beat when she sensed the change in Masmo's emotions. Could it be that Masmo's condition is related to my children?
If that's the case, how can I agree to it? Could it be that before the Holy War began, Long Qinus had to start another war to settle the rear?
Ever since the war ended and Ye Yinzhu joined Faran, he no longer felt that the Landias Empire and its allies were a threat.
Milan had the absolute advantage, and Zither City had also developed. With the support of Faran and the Orc Tribe, it would not be difficult for them to conquer the four southern countries. However, if they did that, the people would be plunged into misery and suffering. At the same time, Longqinus would suffer a great blow.
At that time, it would not be easy for him to start another Holy War.
At this moment, the Black Phoenix Chariot stopped and Masmo said, "Let's go, we'll talk in the palace."
The four of them got off the Black Phoenix Chariot and entered the deepest part of the palace with many guards following them.
Naturally, Sula was very familiar with this place. She was surprised to find that Massimo had brought them to his palace as the emperor of the empire.
The palace was huge, but the decorations inside were not as luxurious as she had imagined. Although every piece of decoration was exquisite, there were not many of them.
If compared to the Milanese Empire, Emperor Masmo's palace was definitely simple.
After dismissing all the servants, Masmo gestured for them to sit, "Take a seat. I know why you're here, but you still have to wait for a witness. Once he's here, we can start talking. "
Witness? Although Ye Yinzhu did not understand what Masmo meant, he was not in a hurry. He nodded and sat down with his two wives.
They did not have to wait for too long. After a while, the Landias Empire's Military Minister, Crespo, came to the palace under the guidance of the palace guards.
"Let him in."
Masmo's voice sounded.
Crespo was travel-worn as he walked in from outside. He saw Ye Yinzhu and the other two the moment he entered, but he didn't reveal any astonishment. It was obvious that he already knew who Massimo had called him to meet.
From the looks of this Military Minister, Masmo must have ordered him to come after Ye Yinzhu and the other two wives arrived at the palace. He should be the witness that Masmo was talking about.
"Greetings, Your Highness. Greetings, Emperor's son-in-law."
Crespo bowed to Ye Yinzhu and his wife.
Sula pulled Ye Yinzhu to the side and said, "I'm no longer a princess. Lord Crespo, you don't have to be so polite."
Reispo glanced at Massimo and only retreated after receiving the latter's signal. Ye Yinzhu faintly smiled and said: "Your Majesty, you can state your conditions now. As far as it's possible, I will try my best to satisfy you. Of course, my condition is for Landias to fully support this holy war and not hold anything back. "
Masmo said, "Yinzhu, no matter what, you've married Sula. That's how I'll address you."
Ye Yinzhu nodded. No matter what, he was still Sula's father.
Masmo said, "If you're the Emperor of Landias, what conditions will you propose to ensure the safety of Landias and ensure that we don't get annexed?"
Ye Yinzhu frowned and said, "Your Majesty, this isn't something that I should be considering."
Masmo said indifferently, "I'm afraid that you won't be able to say that easily. With Zither City, Faran, and the Milanese Empire around, Landias will only gradually decline under the suppression. Even if Faran wants to maintain the balance, this trend is unavoidable. After all, as long as we win this holy war, Zither City's status in the mainland will increase again and might even surpass Faran. Zither City and the Milanese Empire have always had a close working relationship. What does Landias have? When I'm around, I believe that I can protect Landias. However, I'm not young anymore. When I'm 100 years old, no matter which of my prodigal sons inherits the throne, Landias will probably be destroyed. It's just a matter of time. "
Ye Yinzhu didn't say anything because she knew that Masmo was speaking the truth. After going through such a war, it was impossible for the Milanese Empire to not attack Landias. Without the threat from the north, the Milanese Empire's military strength, national strength, and allies were not something that Landias could compare to.
Sula suddenly said, "Then what do you want?"
Masmo looked at Sula with a trace of sorrow in his eyes, "Phoenix. You know very well what your brothers and sisters are like. Even if you're not willing to admit your identity. But. In my heart, you're the only filial child. "
"Me? Filial? You don't need to use these words to make me sympathize with you. I'll emphasize it again. There's no relationship between us. "
Sula's voice suddenly rose, and there was a slight tremor in her cold voice.
Masmo lowered his head and looked at the ground, "Yes. I don't have the right to be your father. I'm the one who ruined your mother's life and your brother's life … "
"Shut up, you don't have the right to mention them."
Sula's body trembled violently as she stared at Massimo. She stared at Masmo with agitation in her eyes. "When we were starving, where were you? When my brother died, where were you? Do you know? Mother used her hard-earned money to buy some fruits for her brother. Even when a thief broke her fingers, she refused to let go of her purse. Do you know what we've endured? Even after I returned to the palace, your beastly sons still wanted to rape me when I was just over ten years old. When have you ever fulfilled your responsibilities as a father? In your heart. Only power. Only desire. You don't have the right to mention mother and brother. They have nothing to do with you. "
The veil on her face was already wet with tears. Seeing that Sula's emotions were extremely unstable, Ye Yinzhu quickly pulled her into her arms. She comforted him with her warm chest.
Masmo's body was also trembling. Two streams of tears flowed down his face. "Yes. I don't deserve it. Other than power and Landias, I've never cared about anything else. Otherwise, how could I be where I am today? I don't even have the right to blame your siblings. After all, I didn't teach them well. I never cared about them. "
"It wasn't until you came back from the Dark Tower that I realized how much of a failure I was in family. Do you remember what you said to me? You said that you would do three things for me. After that, we no longer had any relationship. At that moment, my heart was in great shock. I know what you've been through. I never thought that you would forgive me or do anything for me. In my opinion. You children only want something from me. But you're not. Even though I can feel your deep hatred towards me, you still decided to do three things for me. Yet, you still decided to do three things for me. I can't be any clearer about what this means. Because you still have me, your father, in your heart. Blood is thicker than water. No matter what, my blood flows in your body. "
Hearing Masmo's words, Sula burst into tears in Ye Yinzhu's arms. She refused to raise her head again. On the other hand, Ye Yinxiu's eyes were filled with helplessness. As the saying goes, even an upright official can't settle a family dispute. Moreover, Sula's crying would only be good for her body. She should have fully vented the sorrow in her heart long ago.
Turning his back to Ye Yinzhu and his wife, Masmo wiped his tears. He was right. Among all his children, only Sula was filial. Even though Sula had never called him father.
After wiping his tears, Masmo turned around again. Ye Yinzhu said, "I've thought about it for a long time. It's not difficult for Landias to fully support the Holy War. But I have to ensure that my country continues to exist and ensure that Landias prospers. This isn't something that I can do with my power. Perhaps you and Faran can guarantee that the Milanese Empire won't launch an attack on our country for a long time and guarantee that the mobilization of our Landias army will be absolutely fair. But these are not enough to solve the problem at its root. What Landias lacks now isn't your guarantee, but our own problems. My condition is for you to give me an heir. "
Masmo seemed to have erased the sorrow in his heart. When he said these words, he was resolute and didn't give any leeway. Ye Yinzhu believed that if she didn't agree to this condition, with Masmo's character, he would rather die in glory than live in dishonor.
"Your Majesty, I don't quite understand what you mean. What do you mean by giving you an heir? "
Ye Yinzhu asked in a deep voice.
Masmo said, "A hundred years later, Landias will need an outstanding monarch to lead the empire out of its predicament and prevent the people of Landias from suffering and being enslaved. And I can only ask for this person from you. "
"Me?"
Ye Yinzhu frowned as she looked at Masmo.
Masmo said, "There are two ways to solve this problem. The first is for me to pass the throne to Phoenix, and you will be the regent. With Crespo here as a witness, coupled with my orders, I can guarantee that there won't be any voices of opposition in Landias. With your position in the continent and your relationship with Sula, Landias will only become more prosperous. I can be at ease. "
Ye Yinzhu looked at Masmo in shock. He never expected the Emperor to propose such a condition. Massimo's meaning was very clear. He wanted to give you a country. Do you want it?
Ye Yinzhu was smart. After a short moment of shock, he calmed down and couldn't help but admire Masmo.
It wasn't that Landias didn't have any outstanding descendants to inherit the throne, but no matter who succeeded, it wouldn't be able to resolve the conflict between Landias and the Milanese Empire. Sula was different. She was his wife and Masmo's biological daughter. She had the status of a princess. Even though she was a girl, he still existed behind her back. Masmo wanted Sula to inherit the throne because he wanted to use his status to ensure the continuation of the Landias Empire. With him around, would Milan do anything to Landias? The balance between the two sides would be maintained. The Zither City might even lean towards Landias because of him.
On the surface, Masmo seemed to be giving a country to Ye Yinzhu. Even though he had no other choice, it was undoubtedly the best choice for Landias. Furthermore, no matter what, the one to inherit the throne was still a member of the Moratti Family. Most importantly, Masmo could tell that Ye Yinzhu didn't have any ambitions. He loved Sula deeply and would never covet Sula's throne.
Before he proposed this condition today, Masmo had thought about it many times over the past three years. That was why he made this decision today.
"You want me to inherit the throne?"
Sula raised her tear-stained face. She was even more shocked than Ye Yinzhu. Although she didn't care about power. However, Massimo's words still gave her a strange feeling.
Which child didn't want to be valued by their parents? In the royal family, was there anything more important than passing on the throne? Masmo had a good grasp of Sula's thoughts. She might seem cold on the surface, but she actually had a warm heart. Even though she hated her father, she still treated him as her father.
Masmo smiled and said, "As long as you're willing to accept it, this is the dowry that I'll give you. As a part of your family, I couldn't be by your side for your wedding. The most precious thing that I have is the throne. I admit that I'm passing the throne to you because I want to use Yinxiu's position in the mainland to ensure the safety of Landias. But, Phoenix, do you believe that you're my most beloved daughter? Even though I know that I can't make up for what I owe you, I really want to hear you call me 'Father'. If there's a next life, I'd rather give up all the power and status. I'll just accompany your mother silently and love her for the rest of my life. I'll use the rest of my life to make up for the harm that she's suffered in this life. "
The water flowed again. Sula's lips moved, but she still didn't say anything.
The throne wasn't important. What was important was family. Apart from Yinzhu and her child, Masmo was her only blood relative in this world.
After Sula was resurrected, Ye Yinzhu once told her that Masmo was willing to let her go for her outside of Landias. Even though the Emperor's utilitarian nature had never diminished, his love for Sula was real.
Ye Yinzhu was much more relaxed at this moment. He could naturally see the change in Sula's mood. Even though she was crying, the accumulated sadness in her heart was slowly dissipating.
It wasn't that he didn't know that Emperor Masmo's condition was to make use of him.
But what harm would it bring to him? To be precise, there were only benefits. After all, Landias was a great empire that was second only to the Milan Empire.
If he could grasp this power in the future, there would be no dissent in the entire Longqinus Empire. Of course, Landias would be safe. But it was also a good thing for the continent.
With the relationship between him and the Milanese Empire, war would never break out again.
Ye Yinzhu shook his head gently and smiled bitterly, "I'm sorry, Your Majesty, I don't think I can agree to it."
Masmo was stunned and said, "Why? You don't want a country even if I give you one? Even though I'm making use of you, it won't bring you any harm. I just hope that Landias can continue. I don't have any other motives. "
Ye Yinzhu gently hugged Sula and said, "I understand. This might be a good solution for us. But Sula is my wife. Do you want me to see my wife busy with the affairs of the country every day? Sula has suffered so much. After the Holy War is over, I just want to bring her and Hai Yang to find a beautiful place to live in seclusion. We will occasionally travel around the continent and live a carefree life. For us, power is but a fleeting cloud. It's the same even if it's the ruling power of a country. "
Masmo looked at Ye Yinzhu in a daze, "It seems that we really are people of different worlds. I still don't understand how you got to where you are now. Could it be. Is this the sincerity you speak of? If it was in the past, I would definitely think that you are a man without responsibility. But now, I'm a little envious of you. "
Ye Yinzhu smiled and said, "Your Majesty, you just said that there is another way to solve this problem. I don't know what it is. "
Masmo said, "The other solution is much easier. And it won't affect you and your wife's freedom. Don't you have a pair of twins? Let the boy inherit my throne. He also has the blood of the Moratti Family flowing in his body. I can also answer to the public and the ministers. "
At this point. He was obviously disheartened.
Let our child inherit the throne of Landias? Ye Yinzhu was stunned for a moment. Ye Siqin's face immediately appeared in his mind. He revealed a bitter smile and said to Sula, "Do you remember I said that I hope our child can live a peaceful life, as long as they are healthy. But now it seems. I'm afraid they won't be ordinary anymore. "
Sula said, "Are you going to agree?"
Ye Yinzhu shook her head and looked at Masmo, "I understand what you mean. It's not impossible for me to agree, but I have two conditions. First. Before the child is 16 years old, he must stay with us and receive education. Or rather, he must stay with Faran. But you can announce that you have chosen him as your successor. Second, if Siqin doesn't want to become the Emperor of Landias in the future, you can't force him. We won't force him either. At that time, we will discuss how to protect your Landias. "
After going through so many things, whether it was Ye Yinzhu or Sula, their hearts had already softened. Masmo's heroic appearance brought many emotions to them.
After saving the two beggars on the street, Ye Yinzhu was filled with weariness towards war, especially the war between humans. He also didn't want to see the scene of two human empires going to war.
Crespo couldn't help but say, "Sir Qin Di, your conditions are equivalent to not agreeing to His Majesty. You are only giving us 10 years to breathe. If our losses in this Holy War are too great, these 10 years won't even be enough for us to recover. "
Ye Yinzhu replied indifferently, "Sir Crespo, I can only say that this is my bottom line. At the same time, even if Siqin inherits the throne of Landias in the future, he must have two surnames. I can't just use Moratti. "
Crespo was slightly angered, "Sir Qin Di, your conditions are too harsh. How can His Majesty … "
Masmo waved his hand to stop Crespo from speaking further. He stared at Ye Yinxiu with a burning gaze and said, "I can accept your conditions, but I have an additional condition. If your son is not willing to inherit the throne when he reaches 16 years old and comes to Landias, then he must also serve in the Landias Empire for 10 years. This way, he will develop some feelings for Landias, and it will be beneficial to the future of the Empire. My condition isn't too much, right? As a grandfather, I won't harm my own grandson. It won't be bad for him to train in Landias for 10 years. "
Although Massimo's voice remained calm, everyone could hear the pleading in his voice.
Ye Yinzhu nodded slowly, "Alright, I promise you."
Massimo heaved a sigh of relief. "Have you had dinner? I'll get someone to start the banquet. "
Sula shook her head and looked at Masmo deeply, "No need, we still have things to do. Please keep your promise and support Yinxiu in this Holy War. Yinxiu, let's go. "
Masmo raised his hand as though he wanted to stop Sula, but he didn't say anything in the end. He let out a deep sigh and personally sent Ye Yinzhu and the others to the entrance of the palace.
Both parties didn't obtain any proof, and the conditions seemed to have been agreed upon verbally. However, Masmo was certain that since Ye Yinzhu had promised him, she wouldn't go back on her words.
Watching the three of them disappear under the lead of the palace guards, Masmo sighed and muttered, "Phoenix, thank you. You've helped father once again. Even if you're still unwilling to call me father, I'm satisfied. "
At this moment, Crespo's face was no longer filled with indignation. He smiled and said, "Your Majesty, you can finally heave a sigh of relief. The Zither Emperor agreed for the sake of Her Highness the Princess. The future of Landias will not be filled with darkness after all. However, are you sure that your grandson, whom you've never met, will agree to this? "
Masmo smiled calmly, "He was only 16 years old at that time. If I can't even convince a 16 year old child, then I would have been an emperor for decades in vain. According to the information I received, Siqin has performed extremely well in all aspects. Among the three children of Ye Yinzhu, he is not only the oldest, but he also has the bearing of an elder brother. Even though he isn't even 4 years old yet, his abilities in all aspects have been unanimously recommended by the Faran Tower Masters. Not only is he Ye Yinzhu's son, but his godfather is also the Tower Master O 'Brien. With all these achievements, I want to see how the future Milanese Empire will compete with me. Blood is thicker than water, and Ye Yinzhu is likely to gradually lean towards us from Milan's side. If that's the case, perhaps Siqin will be the one who unifies the Milanese Empire. This is what I want to see the most. "
Crespo smiled, "I will immediately announce that Ye Siqin has become the crown prince of Landias Empire. When the Milanese Empire receives this news, I don't know what Silvio will think. If Milan and Zither City become estranged because of this, that is what we want to see. However, Your Majesty, are we really going to support this crusade with all our might? "
Masmo nodded his head resolutely, "This is what I promised Ye Yinzhu. Not only will we support her with all our might, we will support her without any regard for casualties. In this crusade, we must win the goodwill of Zither City, Faran, and even the Orc Tribe. Since my plan is to be completed in the next few decades, then I will first pave the way for Siqin. "
After exiting the Landias Palace, Sula suddenly stopped. "I'm sorry, Yinzhu."
Ye Yinzhu smiled, "Why are you apologizing? You didn't do anything wrong! "
Sula lowered her head, "Looking at his old appearance, I really can't bear to reject him. Why don't I remind Siqin not to let him inherit the throne at the age of 16? "
Ye Yinzhu smiled and shook her head, "There's no need. Let him choose his own path. We shouldn't force anything on him. If he is willing, so what if he becomes the monarch of the Landias Empire? "
Sula smiled bitterly. "I know better than anyone what kind of person my father is. I'm afraid that the moment you agree, the news will spread across the continent. If he doesn't make use of this to benefit Landias, then he isn't Emperor Masmo. "
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