Calendar of the Empire, March 2513, Sky Castle, Grass Festival.
The Garan Assembly was being held here.
Even after so many years, Skydome Castle was still packed to the brim. The hundreds of official witches and their apprentices had already made Skydome Castle seem rather crowded. Moreover, it just so happened that it was the time of the Grand Assembly. Many guests and spectators had also arrived in addition to the witches that were originally in the castle. This made the castle even noisier.
Large groups of stone statues lined the tall corridors of the castle. Most of them were in the shape of beasts or giants. Red carpets were spread across the corridors, and huge tapestries were embroidered with all kinds of stories, showing the history of the Garan Assembly. Many ancient and unknown corners of Sky Castle still held many secrets. Even Margarita, the president of the Garan Assembly, didn't know where some of the dark paths led to.
The Garan Assembly was an organization established after the great Holy War, but its predecessor could be traced back to the era of the Three Emperors of the Empire. In the chaotic political situation of the Three Emperors of the Empire, due to political disputes and hostility, Emperor Marienberg, Emperor Tarabek, and Emperor Steyr constantly had conflicts with each other (later on, it was Emperor Wolf, Emperor Rick, and Emperor Tarabek). Behind them, they were supported by the three major churches of the Empire. The White Wolf Church supported Emperor Wolf, the Church of Justice supported Emperor Rick, and the Church of Nature supported Emperor Tarabek.
The first Emperor Tarabek of the Three Emperors of the Empire was an Empress named Odelia III. This Kurfürst of Tarabek lost to the Kurfürst of Steyr at the time, but she wasn't willing to accept this defeat. Instead, she brazenly joined forces with the White Wolf Church and the Church of Nature to publicly announce that Emperor Charlemagne was nothing more than a self-proclaimed God. He was an Emperor, not a God. Therefore, the Kurfürst system he left behind was already a rotten old system, and she had to reform it.
And the way to reform it was for her to become the Empress of the Empire.
At that time, Marlin Fort immediately proclaimed himself as the Emperor. Emperor Steyr immediately chose to fight against Odelia the Third. However, he was defeated in the Battle of Tara Bek. Odelia the Third had perfectly displayed her ingenious strategy, quick thinking, grasp of opportunities, and infinite bravery in battle. She had defeated Emperor Steyr despite being outnumbered. From then on, the Empire was torn apart. Odelia's actions caused all of the competitors for the throne to no longer be united against the outside world. They suddenly realized that whoever had the guts, who had the power, who could inherit the throne.
The Era of the Three Emperors began.
Odelia III wasn't able to fulfill her wish of becoming the Empress of the Empire. She angrily discovered that only her territory recognized her authority as the Empress, and not the entire Empire. Thus, in order to solidify her rule, she went against the Empire's ban on witches. She used a high salary to hire many witches from the Empire to come to her court. Because of her personal preference, the positions that were given to her in the end were mostly witches. A dozen witches finally gathered together and created their own spellcaster organization, the Sorceress Assembly.
This was the predecessor of the Marvel Blue Council. However, at that time, the Sorceress Assembly was still an illegal organization. They could only act as Emperor Tarabek's advisors or court officials, using magic to provide assistance.
It wasn't until the eve of the great Holy War that the Empire was riddled with holes and was on the verge of extinction that a small noble walked out from the countryside of Nur. He was a devout priest of the Church of Justice, the Savior Ludwig. He united the power of the Empire. At that time, the Sorceress Assembly chose to follow Emperor Tarabek into the Savior's army and placed a heavy bet on him. The Savior didn't disappoint. He defeated the Chaos Army and rebuilt the Empire. The Marvel Blue Council also relied on political speculation to obtain official recognition and the right to openly move about.
At that time, over a hundred witches gathered in Heaven's Castle and announced that they would abandon their previous name and change their name to the Marvel Blue Council.
This was the past and present life of the Marvel Blue Council.
Lady Veronica Benadotte was sitting in her own room. She was the new Marvel Blue Elder who had risen like a rocket in the past few years. She was currently sitting in her luxurious suite and reading various documents. She was in a very good mood. Although her room was almost empty, the Marvel Blue Elder, who had a sweet appearance and lustrous skin, was simply sitting in a chair and enjoying herself.
In her room, her subordinate witches were moving things around. Veronica had already decided to become completely independent from the Marvel Blue Council. She would only keep her title as the Marvel Blue Elder. She would lead roughly a hundred witches and apprentices to establish branches in Brittany. From then on, the Northern Council and the Southern Council were formed.
Veronica's dream had always been to become the Chancellor. However, this result didn't seem too bad. At the very least, Veronica was quite satisfied. She could now find a balance between her love life and her career. With Laing's influence behind her, not only would she have sufficient resources and the ability to deploy an army, it would also allow her to not be disturbed by the outside world. She would have plenty of space to do her research.
This was quite good. She was very satisfied.
Today, Gallan was wearing a sky-blue dress with white feathers and a white fox fur coat. Her beautiful figure was outlined by the silk of the wood elves, and she was wearing a divine armor of the high elves. Her smooth dark brown hair fell over her shoulders, and her sweet and lively face was full of pride and joy. She sat there and watched the apprentices move things. A pair of long legs wrapped in thin, flesh-colored silk stockings stretched out lazily, and a pair of black pearl-like fishmouth heels on her feet. Veronica looked at her apprentice, Katherine, who was sitting not far away, and asked, "Katherine, do you really want to go to Brittania with me?" Katherine asked her apprentice, who had just advanced into the legendary rank during the Eight Peaks Mountain Expedition, "Katherine, do you really want to go to Brittania with me?"
"I'll follow you wherever you go." Katherine was wearing the standard fiery red robe of the Marvel Blue Elder Witches. Inside, she wore the same low-cut dress as Veronica. The only difference was that she wore black stockings and brown bare boots. This Legendary Elder Witch obviously intended to go to Brittany with her teacher. Due to her early experience, Katherine had always been in awe of Veronica. She whispered, "Didn't … Didn't we decide on this beforehand?"
"Decide?" Veronica smiled meaningfully and didn't say much. Instead, she asked, "Have you sent out the gifts I've arranged?"
"They've all been sent out, Mentor." Katherine's face was a little red. Her teacher's gaze made her feel that some of her little thoughts were exposed.
"What do you mean?" Veronica picked up a cup of hot coffee from the table and stirred it with sugar and milk. The silver spoon was exquisitely made. It was the royal tableware made in Laing's palace. Like all the other witches, Veronica was very fond of luxury. She gestured for Katherine to continue and at the same time, signaled the apprentices to leave.
"Four Legendary Witches have agreed to follow you to Brittany. They are Noel, the Life Legendary Witch; Phyllis, the Death and Shadow Legendary Witch; Rita, the Light Legendary Witch; and Clara, the Sky Legendary Witch. Laura, the Light Legendary Witch, and Mathilda, the Fire Legendary Witch, have also expressed their willingness to follow you to Brittany." Katherine took out a small notebook filled with names.
There were more than a dozen Marvel Blue Councilors who were willing to follow Veronica to establish a branch.
"What about Aurora and Teresa? Are they ready to be kicked out of the council? " Veronica nodded and crossed her beautiful legs. The Marvel Blue Witches were at the peak of their power, but she knew in her heart that the reason why so many female councilors were willing to join her was not because she was a Sanctum Witch, but because of the man behind her.
However, for her and Theresa to share the same man, the strange implications of this gave Veronica a bit of a headache. She was sure that even if Aurora was really voted out, the Marvel Blue Council would only give Aurora enough time to pack her things and then respectfully escort her and her people out of the Council.
Ironic, isn't it? Veronica couldn't help but laugh at the thought. She was now a head above Teresa. Their little Princess Marvel Blue still hadn't found the way to become a Sanctum Witch.
"Also, Teacher, your meeting with the chairman is scheduled for three o 'clock in the afternoon." Katherine couldn't help but remind Veronica, "It's already two o' clock."
"I know. Get ready, and then we can set off." Veronica nodded. When she thought of Chairman Margarita, even the usually fearless Marvel Blue Witches became a little dignified. Chairman Margarita's strength was about the high-level of the Sanctum, which didn't seem to be much more powerful than Veronica, who had traveled through Tzeentch's Labyrinth. However, in the face of this female chairman who was nearly three hundred years old and had an incredible amount of spellcasting and life experience, Veronica still maintained a sense of awe.
Outside the house, the wind and snow were raging, and the white peaks of Heaven's Castle were always covered with snow. Veronica looked at the chaotic scene outside the glass window and sighed softly.
About fifty minutes later, Veronica went to the central tower in person, ready to meet with her teacher. She hadn't seen Margarita for five or six years.
The central tower was the core of the Marvel Blue Parliament, and also the location of the forbidden area. Generally speaking, Margarita stayed in the central tower for a long time to do research, especially after Ludwig the Savior took off the crown and disappeared. She lived in seclusion. When Veronica walked along the road to the central tower, she could feel the voices of the witches pointing at her and the envious, jealous, and hateful eyes. Veronica had surpassed the lifetime achievements of many witches in thirty years. There were some who admired her, some who admired her, and some who recognized her, but there were even more who were jealous, hateful, slandering, and ostracizing. The world of witches was like this. Some people occupied more resources, while others naturally had less. Although Veronica technically didn't occupy the parliament's resources, few people would consider this.
However, Veronica was able to ignore the rumors about her. She liked Laing's words the most. The real strength was one's own strength and the strength of one's heart, not the strength of others' evaluation.
After saying the secret code, the portrait of the Savior at the door made way for her. Veronica walked alone into the deep doorway, along the spiral staircase, and walked up several floors until she reached a door. She reached out and knocked on the door. "Teacher?"
"Come in." A kind voice came from the room. Veronica pushed open the dark door. The door was branded with the family coat of arms of a golden griffin, which was given to Margarita by the Savior.
Even though Veronica had been here many times, she was still surprised by the luxury of Margarita's private office.
The whole warm-toned room was filled with the world's most advanced wood — rosewood furniture. Facing the door was a large desk inlaid with various jewels and ancient runes. On the desk was a row of magic books, an automatic quill pen, and a spherical device for long-distance communication.
Veronica knew about this spherical device. It was an advanced communication device made of vibranium and mithril. Margarita could use this device to communicate with anyone in Heaven's Fortress. If necessary, she could even directly contact the entire Old World through this device.
Behind the desk were two rows of bookshelves that reached all the way to the dome. On the shelves were countless rare books of the Old World. Many of them were unique and incomplete. They recorded the history and secrets of the Elven Empire and the Human Sorcerer Empire before the Empire was established. There were also many lost magic and elven runes.
Then there were two inclined stairs that led to the door on the second floor behind the office. That was Margarita's private bedroom.
Margarita was sitting behind the desk. When she saw Veronica, there was no change in her stern expression. She didn't even raise her head. "Eh? Veronica, you're a little early. Take a seat. Wait for me to settle things here. "
"Yes, Mentor." Veronica pulled a chair and sat down. Margarita's face was hidden behind a stack of scrolls and books. She was obviously writing something. As if she sensed Veronica sitting down, she continued, "There's wine, fruit wine, honey wine, tea leaves from Aurora, and sake imported from Japan. Take whatever you like."
"It's okay, Mentor." Veronica shook her head. She sat up straight, just like the shy apprentice she was when she first got Margarita's attention.
"You always make me worry less. At least, you make me worry less than Katarin!" Margarita's voice came from behind the stack of scrolls and books. She sounded a little tired. "Katarín sent a letter saying that Kislöw's situation is not stable recently. She can't participate in this big gathering. This is what we expected. What do you think, Veronica? "
"I have nothing to say, Mentor." Veronica still shook her head. The sweet-looking Margarita hesitated for a moment before saying, "But I heard that General Berliat sent by Laing is moving Mrs. Kiesler out of the city, especially the scholars, skilled workers, and the elites of Ugor."
"Hmph!" Margarita sneered. "It's a destined ending. There's nothing to say."
"There's your favorite pineapple preserves in the jars in the second column of the third row of the cabinet. Try it first. After I'm done with these things, I want to have a good talk with you. Veronica, my last disciple."
"Yes!" Veronica's heart skipped a beat. She didn't know what Margarita meant. Was it because she had decided on a successor? Or was she preparing to retire? Or was she already in the last few years of her life?
It was possible, but it was also possible that it wasn't. This was just a test.
Veronica decided to remain silent.
Ten minutes later, Margarita finally signaled for her to end all her work.
"Veronica, let me ask you a question."
"Please go ahead, Mentor."
"What is the original intention of the Garland Council, or should I say, the ultimate goal?"
"It's …"
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