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"I'm not Karjoin or Imrik. Why would I want to capture you?" Tegris shook his head indifferently. "Since Taemag chose to exchange you for Prince Yerian, then you are free. Being Laing's maid here is much better than going back to Nagaros."
"Tell Kaladrean." The dark elf's tone was full of hatred. "Don't let him appear in front of me, or I will definitely kill him."
"… Karjoin stays in the Assuyan Sanctum for about ninety-nine out of every hundred years. He never speaks, so it's almost impossible for him to appear in front of you. As for Prince Yerian, why would the proud Kalador come to the Old World? I have no interest in the conflict between you two. I won't tell anyone that you are here with Laing either." Tegris was implying that if he did not provoke her, she should not bother him either.
Olica still wanted to say something, but Laing put his arm around her waist and pulled her behind him, indicating that she should stop talking. The dark elf wanted to say something more, but seeing that Laing was unhappy, she did not say anything.
"Interesting. When I exchanged you for Yerian, the archmage of the White Tower of Horus should have cursed and destroyed your soul, making you lose the ability to cast spells forever. But now, it seems that you have recovered." Tegris looked at Olica's hateful eyes as if he was looking at an ant. "But even if you were at your peak, so what? The power of the Pale Queen has long since declined. Even you were forced to change your faith. "
"It doesn't take so much trouble to deal with you. All I need is a dagger or a glass of poisoned wine." The dark elf wanted to say something more, but Laing shouted unhappily, "Olica!"
"Hmph, for master's sake, I'll let you go this time." Olica leaned on Laing's back angrily. "Master, I hate him."
"Alright, Olica, stop it." Laing pulled Olica back. He could feel Morgiana's cold and angry eyes. The champion of the Chosen of the Lake tried to change the topic. "Prince Yerian? I don't think I've heard his name. "
"Prince Jeremiah, son of the Phoenix King, Finnuba." Tegris walked in front and introduced, "Prince Jeremiah met with misfortune during the expedition and wandered all the way to Marlin Castle. Asur's ambassador in Marlin Castle, Taymarg Den Caben, decided to exchange this Dark Elf with Prince Jeremiah. Obviously, the merchants of Marlin Castle would prefer a female Dark Elf."
"Finnuba's son? Is he the son of Queen Alariel of Eternity? "Laing asked curiously.
"… No, he's the son of His Majesty Finnuba and a princess of the Kingdom of Erion. His Majesty Finnuba and Her Majesty Alariel of Erion rarely see each other except for important events …" Tegris was very embarrassed when talking about this. His originally cold face blushed.
Among the High Elves, everyone knew that Tegris' brother Tyrion and Queen Alariel of Eternity were partners and lovers. The two had always been inseparable and had an intimate relationship even before Finnuba ascended the throne.
However, according to the High Elves' law, every generation of the Phoenix King and Queen Alariel of Eternity had to be legally married. Therefore, Finnuba and Alariel still held a wedding. After the wedding, Alariel continued to live with Tyrion and never spent the night in the Phoenix King's court.
Although everyone knew it, it was still very embarrassing to talk about it. Tegris was even more embarrassed to talk about it from his brother's point of view.
Tegris did not know how to lie, so he could only gloss over it. "Prince Yerian grew up in the Phoenix King's court, but he always lived in the shadow of Tyrion. He openly challenged His Majesty Finnuba's diplomatic policy, believing that Asur was destined to be a race that conquered the world instead of engaging in boring diplomacy with the inferior races. The nobles in the court thought that this might be the reason why he was taught by the dragon prince from Kaldor. Under the great expectations of the outside world and the dragon prince's radical views, Yerian gradually became gloomy and resentful."
"After all, Yerian is Finnuba's eldest son. He first served in the sea guards of Lothar and studied under the Blademaster of Horth and the elders of Kaldor. He became an excellent naval general and formed a friendship with a dragon in the Kaldor volcano. They fought together."
"The dragon prince is always so attractive. It is the dream of all warriors to have a dragon as their mount," Laing said with a smile. He did not intend to ask any more questions. Some things needed to be learned to stop before going too far.
At this time, they arrived at the Lake Fairy's tower. The Lake Fairy, Lilith, was wearing a lotus leaf red evening dress. She had a bright smile on her face. "Dear Tegris, you're here? And Laing, Morgiana, Olica, come in. I've prepared a sumptuous dinner. "
"Praise you, Lilith. May the light of the Moon Goddess always bless Asur." Tegris bowed to show his respect. Then he greeted the Lake Fairy with the etiquette of the high elves. "My guide, my light."
"Your words are so nice, Tegris. But this will not help you form an alliance of order, nor will it help you gain more power. Your praise will only bring more joy to this dinner. I hope you and Laing can enjoy this moment. It will be a beautiful memory for you." The Lake Fairy deliberately glanced at Laing, who was smiling but did not say anything. When she saw that his expression did not change, she turned around and walked into the tower.
A table of dishes had been prepared in the dining hall of the Lake Fairy's tower. Most of them were high elves' food. Each dish was exquisite in small plates. There were seven dishes and one soup.
At the table, the Lake Fairy served the few people who attended the dinner. Then she said, "How rare, Tegris. Laing and I often see each other in the mortal world, but I rarely have the chance to see you."
"It wasn't until I saw your figure that I completely understood why you made Laing your champion." Tegris first looked at the Lake Fairy and then at Laing. He was very surprised. "Laing is the passage to the mortal world. Divine power passes through Laing, and your body can move freely between the mortal world and the divine realm!"
"That's right. With Leon, I'll be able to freely travel between the prime material plane and divine realms. I'll no longer be restricted by the Great Guardian and the Great Whirlpool." The Lake Fairy smiled sweetly, sharing this secret with Tegris.
Laing's silver knife and fork did not stop moving, but he was thinking about the cause and effect.
There was no doubt that the Lake Fairy was most willing to see him and Tegris live in harmony, so she could not wait to share the secret of her easy descent with Tegris.
There was no doubt that Morgianna was also the confidant of the Lady of the Lake. Although she was seriously injured because of the ambush and lost the Holy Grail, she was still Lilith's first Chosen One. And from a certain point of view, Morgianna had actually been "gifted" to Leon by the Lady of the Lake, so it was normal for her to be there.
Then why was the Dark Elf Olica allowed to be present by the Lake Fairy?
It was true that high elves were very arrogant, and in their complete arrogance, they rarely deceived humans. So for Olica to be used in exchange for the Phoenix King's Eldest Son …
"Master?" Olica saw Laing looking at her and smiled strangely. "What's wrong?"
"Nothing." Laing smiled strangely. Olica took the initiative to accept the spiritual rune engraving, so it was unlikely that a dark elf would betray him. Everyone had their own secrets. Olica must have reached some agreement with the Lake Fairy, and the Lake Fairy was trying to absorb her into her little circle.
Silver cutlery clinked, and bright candlelight and magic lamps lit up the dining hall. The dinner personally prepared by the Lake Fairy was delicious, and more importantly, Laing could feel the Lake Fairy's sincerity. She truly treated him and Tegris with sincerity.
Laing himself did not need to be mentioned. He had gone from a white wolf knight to Count Glamorgan without the help of the Lake Fairy. The Empire's system of promotion was too difficult. Laing might have to endure for another twenty years before he could enter the core of the white wolf knights and become a great noble above viscount with his military achievements.
If that was the case, it would be too late.
Tegris was also treated with sincerity by the Lake Fairy. At that time, Tegris was sick all year round. He was thin and weak, and relied on drinking all kinds of potions to stay alive. Even though he had amazing magic talent, the Elven God of Wisdom, Hus, did not like him. It was the Lake Fairy who took Tegris in and gave her staff to Tegris.
This showed two points. First, the Lake Fairy had always treated her capable subordinates with sincerity.
Second, the Lake Fairy had very few people to choose from. She could only choose the leftovers of others or poach others.
"Laing? I feel like you're thinking of something very rude. " At this time, the conversation at the table stopped. The Lake Fairy's face was dark as she said to Laing, "Are you listening?"
"My lady, I'm thinking. Since Tegris and I are here, what about 'Hero' Aralos? He was once the champion that you favored. "Laing's mind turned quickly, and he immediately changed the topic.
The Lake Fairy's beautiful face was a little stunned. She wondered why Laing would ask about Aralos at this time.
"… Aralos has already become the champion of Queen Alaire of the Wood Elves. He obviously doesn't understand my meaning and request. Under such circumstances, what's the use of me seeing him?" The Lake Fairy took a few seconds to think, and finally gave a relatively reasonable answer.
Araloth was once the future partner that the Lake Fairy had chosen for herself because Araloth's bloodline had the potential to become a god. Unfortunately, Araloth was too obsessed with her beauty and didn't understand her thoughts and demands at all. As a result, he brushed past the goddess and became Alaier's chosen champion.
Now, the Lake Fairy had already changed her target. If Aralos had the potential to become a god, then Laing's nature was that of a god. Moreover, he had already grown to the point where he could fight against the champion of the Four Gods of Chaos. The power behind him was only the tip of the iceberg, and the Lake Fairy was satisfied. This was what she wanted, and this was what she liked. Therefore, she didn't want to make Laing unhappy because of Aralos, especially during this sensitive period.
Before Laing spoke, Tegris raised an objection. "Lilith, we can't think like that. Aralos has become the champion of Queen Alaire, but as long as you meet him, Aralos will definitely be willing to give up everything for you. 'Hero' Aralos himself is an excellent warrior. He once defeated the Saint-level Beast King 'Shadow Spawn' Morgul. He controls an elite army of wood elves! We need such an ally. "
Tegris obviously also knew that Aralos couldn't forget about the Lake Fairy. This wood elven hero would walk in the forest every new moon night, and the story of him wanting to see the beautiful figure of the goddess again had already spread to Ossouin.
Tegris didn't care whether Lilith and Aralos would have anything to do with each other. The supreme mage was only planning how to win over Aralos and the elite wood elves that Queen Alaire had handed over to Aralos. The Alliance of Order needed such a powerful army.
Of course, the Lake Fairy understood Tegris' thoughts. She really had mixed feelings. Tegris was such a person. He would do anything to achieve his goals.
Laing's half-smile made the Lake Fairy even more unhappy. She glared at Laing, and at the same time, at the dark elf who was looking at her with a mocking gaze.
The guests and the host enjoyed the candlelight banquet.
The sumptuous banquet ended like this. The Lake Fairy didn't say anything about Aralos. She only said that when Laing got married, the wood elves would probably send Liv and Aralos to attend Laing's wedding. They would talk about it at that time.
… …
It was already late at night when they came out of the Lake Fairy Tower. Laing and Morgiana sent Tegris out of the castle. "Then, I'll have to trouble you to instruct my two female courtiers in magic. They are Teresa Trovic and Veronica Benadotte. They are currently living in the Dawn Wizard Tower."
"Well, I have no problem teaching them. The problem is how much they can learn." Tegris returned to his calm and unperturbed state. "The most advanced magic skills among humans are just the tip of the iceberg."
After emerging from the Fairy Tower in the middle of the lake, Leon immediately found an opportunity to ask Tigris to teach the two Garlan witches magic. The high elf mage agreed without hesitation, stating that he would spend time instructing Teresa and Veronica in their magic. He would also give lessons to the apprentices while he was at it.
"Thank you very much." This was a rare opportunity. Laing knew that the two witches had sacrificed a lot to follow him to the Brittany. Now that Tegris was here, he had to find a way to fight for something for them.
"It's okay." Tegris left with his staff.
Laing looked up at the dark sky, shook his head, and returned to his castle. He asked Morgiana to rest in the prayer room while he spent a lot of time dealing with a series of problems brought by the elite army. Then, he bathed with the help of the maid and prepared to rest.
The count changed into loose pajamas and opened the door of the master bedroom. Unlike usual, Olica was left behind by the Lake Fairy. It seemed that the Goddess had something to tell Laing's dark elf maid. Olica looked reluctant. The dark elf was supposed to sleep with Laing tonight. For the dark elves, nothing was more important.
The master bedroom was covered with a thick Estalian carpet. The wooden floor was made with wood elven craftsmanship. Gorgeous tapestries and landscape paintings hung on the walls, with the emblem of the Holy Grail and the family coat of arms. The room was air-conditioned, and a few silver candlesticks burned on one side of the room. The light yellow magic lamp illuminated the dim room, and the faint sound of cicadas could be heard outside the window.
It was a midsummer night.
Living in a castle like this was actually a very painful thing. As mentioned before, the first consideration of a castle was its defense, followed by other attributes such as transportation, control of the area, and so on. Things like livability were never considered. When Leon was in Nord, if there were no wars, many nobles in the capital would spend most of the year in their private mansions near the southern border of White Wolf City. They would only return to their castles in winter because they could make fires to keep warm.
Relying on Teresa's magic and the dwarves' technology, the air-conditioning made the environment much more comfortable.
"Huh?" Laing immediately noticed the difference in the room, because a pair of white fish-shaped high heels was placed at the door.
He knew who the owner of the high heels was.
Raising his head slightly, a pair of jade-like feet wrapped in white stockings appeared first in front of Laing under a marble-like silk nightgown. The small feet with red nail polish swayed gently. The owner of the stockings was sitting on Laing's bed. She wore a flower crown and her blonde hair fell over her shoulders. Morgiana's voice was cold, but her eyes were very hot. "I'll accompany you tonight. Surprised?"
"Not really." Laing shrugged and smiled. "I thought you would come, because Olica isn't here."
"I just took a shower … There's something I want to talk to you about in private …"
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