Forgen left with his Ash Legion, as well as Jin Mage's Arabi Legion and the Yenicheli Legion's Burning Scimitar.
Julius, the brother-in-law, was still determined to fight with Forgen in Lucia, and refused Suria's request to return to Winford. Julius was surprisingly stubborn on this matter. "This is the Lady's mission, and it should be completed. Suria, you are now the queen. Being a good wife to Laing is your greatest contribution."
"But, brother, you have to go back and see father and the others." Suria was very reluctant. She had finally reunited with Julius for a little time, and now they had to be separated again.
"I've already seen them before." Julius looked at his sister. He was very glad that Suria had chosen a good husband. His face was as stiff and serious as a knife, but it did not lose its handsome face. "Tell father that I will serve Sir Forgen until I complete the Lady's Holy Grail Trial and return home, or until I die in battle."
"Don't talk about this, brother. Don't talk about this." Suria immediately signaled Julius to stop talking. For the Winford family, many outstanding family members had disappeared in the Holy Grail Expedition, and they were lost forever.
Therefore, unlike the great nobles of the Empire, the great nobles of Brittany were not inherited according to the order of succession and bloodline. For example, if a duke had five sons, it was reasonable to say that the eldest son would inherit the title. But if one of the five sons completed the Holy Grail Trial and returned with glory and expressed interest in the title, then the other sons would have almost no ability to compete with him. In the case that the difference in the order of succession was not too great, whether the Holy Grail Trial was completed or not was decisive.
But also because of this reason, many great nobles, especially the direct descendants of the duke's family, went out for the Holy Grail Trial, and most of them disappeared forever.
François only had the sons of Julius and Suria, two duchesses. In addition, he had four legitimate illegitimate sons and two illegitimate daughters. Suria was very worried that if something happened to Julius, then there would be a fight for the succession. Suria clearly gave up the title of duke after becoming a duchess, because, like the Empire, the laws of Brittany did not allow two duchies to merge.
"I should go." The Ashes Corps had already boarded the ships and was ready to depart. Julius hesitated for a moment, but still reached out and patted Suria's shoulder. "Take care, sister."
"Wait …" Just as Julius turned and was about to leave, Laing appeared with a group of old guards. Knight King slowly approached and looked at Julius. Laing had not yet broken away from the atmosphere of bidding farewell to Forgen, so his expression was not good. Knight King looked at his brother-in-law with a very serious expression.
"Your Majesty …" Julius was a little unnatural. The person in front of him was his rival twenty years ago, but now, Laing's strength and achievements were so strong that he was not even qualified to eat dust. Seeing the Knight King so serious, Julius did not dare to call him by his name directly, so he changed it to an honorific.
Maybe I can really consider Commander Forgen's proposal, Julius thought. It was said that Pilazzo and the powerful warriors of the Phoenix Guard had all received the joint blessing of the ancient saint and the commander of the Phoenix Guard to become stronger. Maybe I can do the same?
"This sword is for you, Julius." Laing took out a sword from behind him.
It was a two-handed sword that was a mixture of gold and blue. Ancient runes and many elven characters were engraved on the sword. Inside the sword, there was a majestic power that flowed back and forth. Hundreds of streams of light flowed along with the power of the divine sword.
This was a divine weapon.
"This is …" Julius subconsciously took the two-handed sword from Laing's hands.
"This is the sword of His Excellency Landurin, Undying Death by Bare Hands." Laing nodded slightly. Knight King handed the sword to Julius. "His Excellency Landurin entrusted this sword to me. I already have the Goddess of Vengeance, so this sword has no place to be used. It can't always eat dust with me. I have always felt that I should entrust it to a trustworthy knight. Today, I give it to you."
"I can't accept it!" Julius's expression immediately changed after he understood the origin of the sword. He quickly returned the sword to Laing. "This is His Excellency Landurin's sword. How can I deserve it?"
"This is an order." Laing was too lazy to talk nonsense with Julius. He once again placed Undying Death by Bare Hands in Julius's hands. "As the successor of Landurin and the Brittany Knight King, I now order you to accept this sword!"
"Accept it, brother. This is Laing's recognition of you," Suria also walked to Laing's side and said gently. "This is not something you can refuse."
Julius hesitated for a while before finally nodding. "Okay then."
Hanging Landurin's sword on his back, Julius noticed that most of the soldiers of the Ashes Legion had already boarded the ship. Julius, who had always been very strict with himself, did not delay any longer. He immediately turned around, trotted a few steps, and joined the Ashes Legion.
After walking up the gangway, Julius took one last look at Laing and his wife before boarding the ship.
The Saint Sophia and the Burning Cutlass left under the gaze of Laing and the others.
Suria watched her brother leave again, and it was difficult for her to control herself. She held back her tears and did not say a word. She lowered her head and clenched her fists. Julius used to be her goal. Even though she was now a sanctum expert, Julius was still her beloved brother. Now, her brother had been on an expedition in Lucia for many years. It was not easy for them to reunite for a while, but they had to be separated for a long time again. The female knight was upset, but there was nothing she could do.
Laing noticed Suria's sadness. As a husband, he gently reached out and pulled his wife into his arms, letting her lean on his shoulder. "There will be a day when we reunite again. When Julius completes the trial of the Holy Grail, he will return to the Winford Duchy."
"Not every expeditionary knight is like you and Kalad, who only takes one or two years to complete the trial of the Holy Grail. Generally, a Holy Grail Knight's trial takes more than ten years, and there are even some who have gone on an expedition for fifty years." Suria's tone was full of sadness. The mature and beautiful female knight leaned her head on Laing's shoulder, and sadly said, "Historically, ten to twenty percent of the expeditionary knights who have gone on an expedition to the Holy Grail have returned to the Knight King's Kingdom. It's already considered a remarkable proportion."
"Brother-in-law can overcome it." Laing could only comfort Suria at this time.
"Madam has already gone to the King's Suite on the Enterprise. She said that she wants to redecorate the room." Suria looked at Laing up close, and the female knight felt a burst of warm strength and a sense of security. She thought that Commander Forgen was indeed a trustworthy and reliable commander. Her brother would definitely have room to perform under Forgen's command.
"It's only thirty square meters in total. What's there to redecorate?" Laing complained.
The Lake Fairy was completely different from Suria. Suria was usually very shy. She usually had the image of a noble female knight and a graceful and luxurious queen in front of others, but when she was alone with Laing in private, she was quite lively and open.
Lilith, on the other hand, was completely different. The goddess was usually quite unrestrained, but when she was in private, she was always shy. Not only did she not dare to look directly at Laing, but she also had to drag Suria along. Recently, she did not dare to look directly at Laing. She always hid behind Suria, and only came out when Suria talked to her for a long time. Then, she would crawl into Laing's arms.
"Oh, just let Madam do it." Suria pointed her finger at Laing's face and said, "Anyway, I've already agreed!"
"Okay, okay, okay, I'll listen to you." Since opening his heart, Laing was indeed more at ease with Suria. Knight King said helplessly, "There's still one more day today. Where should we go tonight?"
"I kind of want to …" Suria still wanted to say something.
Bertrand, the commander of the Old Guard, had already come up. "Your Majesty, a High Elf wants to see you."
"High Elf, who?" Laing said with interest.
"He said you must remember him. He is Mr. Talleyrand Morris Bennister, who used to be your guide." Bertrand, who had two long whiskers, was now in high spirits and full of vigor. He was a living example of a famous general and a human hero chosen by the gods. He stood up straight and asked, "Your Majesty, do you want to see him?"
"It's fine. Bring him here." Laing was very interested in why Talleyrand wanted to see him. Knight King thought for a moment and then asked, "Bertrand, how was the trip to Ossouin this time? What's the evaluation of the army?"
"The soldiers are still very happy. We've learned a lot on this trip. We've met all kinds of people and witnessed the prosperity and power of the elves. It's made us, who were born as bumpkins, understand what it means to be a true elite." After listening to Laing's words, Bertrand said modestly, "Of course, there's also the bounty. Everyone is very satisfied. Also, many things here are very cheap. For example, the famous blueberry jam cake. In the old world, a small box can be bought for three crowns, but here, a large bag can be bought for a few silver coins. Everyone bought a lot of things."
"Hahahaha!" Laing nodded. Knight King smiled playfully and said, "But be careful not to bring too much goods. The Old Guard is our elite army. They are only responsible for war. It's understandable to bring some things back, but don't make yourself into a buyer."
"Understood. I've already restricted them. Every soldier is not allowed to bring more than ten kilograms of goods!" Bertrand stood at attention and saluted.
Talleyrand, led by the old guard, came to Laing and Suria. "Your Majesty, Madam, I have a presumptuous request."
"Say it, Talleyrand. What's the matter? We're leaving tomorrow. " Laing smiled. Talleyrand did not have the usual arrogance and prejudice of the high elves. Laing had a good impression of this elf.
"Can you let me follow you to the old world?" Talleyrand lowered his head and asked seriously, "I want to go to the old world with you, and if you allow it, can you give me a small position in Your Majesty's court?"
"You want to go to the old world with me?" Laing was interested. "Why? Can you tell me the reason? The arrogant Assur actually wants to serve a human? This is not the case for high elves at all. "
"I'm confident in my ability, Your Majesty. Perhaps I'm not an excellent commander, warrior, or mage, but I've received a systematic court education. I'm good at managing finances and handling diplomacy. I can help Your Majesty deal with those who you find troublesome and troublesome. If you allow me, I can also be your cabinet minister, help you with paperwork, and mark out the key points in those documents for you to read," De Talleyrand said sincerely. "Can you give me a chance? Your Majesty? I'm willing to swear allegiance to you in the name of Assuyan. "
Suria stared at Talleyrand, and the female knight remembered Olica's words. "He's just a waiter. He's only appreciated because he entertained you well."
"That's not what I'm asking." Laing smiled and shook his head. "I'm asking, why did you abandon your great future here and want to go to the old world with me?"
"Since it's all a waiter, why can't I choose a partner for myself?" Talleyrand leaned on his cane and revealed a meaningful expression. "I feel that compared to those elven princes who are full of arrogance and prejudice, Your Majesty is the one I admire and the one I deserve to serve."
"Interesting." Laing nodded. "In that case, I don't care if there's an extra passenger on the Enterprise."
"And I don't care about spending decades on a long journey."
Just like that, the next day, there was a new passenger on the Enterprise.
He drove on the road home.
The ironclad came from the sea and returned to the sea.
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