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"What if ......," Charlotte hesitated, "I mean, if Brent really can't make it, then what will Rosente do?

Even if he didn't say his name, Hoyle could guess who Charlotte's words were, and he hesitated, "Of course, I support His Highness Little Hibbert." ”

"Little Hibbert, is my nephew's name called?"

Hoyle nodded, "It's a very smart little guy." ”

Hibbert was Brent's eldest brother and the former Grand Duke of Lotsente. Later, on the night of extermination, Hibbert died on the battlefield for his family. As can be seen from the name, Brent had high hopes for his son, and it seems that he had the intention of raising him as an heir.

This may seem contrary to the appointment of Nell as Viscount of Kenriwa, but it is not. You must know that when Nell was appointed, Hibbert Jr. had not yet been born, and Brent naturally wanted to appoint an heir to calm the people, considering the precarious environment of Rosente at that time.

After the birth of little Hibbert, any father naturally wants to give his son a bright future, which can be seen from the name of Little Hibbert.

But Brent never imagined that he would be assassinated at the height of the Spring and Autumn Period, so that the identities of little Hibbert and Nell have become very embarrassing. Instead of being the Viscount of Kenriva, the younger Hibbert, who was the heir to the bloodline, became the titular heir to Rosent, as the illegitimate son of the former Grand Duke. If the position of heir is not handled well, it may lead to a noble rebellion similar to that of Erosa.

Privately, Charlotte thinks that it would be more beneficial for Nell to become Grand Duke of Lossin, but he also finds it extremely difficult for the nobles to value their reputation and blood.

He looked at Hoyle and couldn't help asking, "What about you, which side are you on?"

Hoyle was a little embarrassed, and it was clear that the problem had bothered him for a long time. After a long time, he let out a long sigh and gave a decent answer, "I will only be loyal to the heir recognized by the Grand Duke. ”

Perhaps for those in power, this modest answer is the perfect answer. Charlotte patted him on the shoulder, this aristocratic child who followed him and Brent when he was a child has now grown into a trustworthy general, so Charlotte can't help but sigh the power of time again.

The group walked along the winding boulevard, and the two chatted as they walked, and soon arrived at the royal palace in Leslie City. Far from being grandiose compared to the Savoy Castle of Saint-Keller and Erosa, the palace looks like the tallest of the complex is no more than a five-story attic, but the paint on the walls is new and full of life.

Unlike the red color of Leslie City, the main color of the royal palace is white, which looks holy and solemn.

There are two teams of guards guarding the main entrance of the palace, and there are also knights who seem to be very good at their own strength. Hoyle had a conversation with the knight who led the team, and introduced Charlotte's identity by the way. But this move seemed a bit redundant, because the knight had already recognized Charlotte, and before Hoyle could finish his introduction, he respectfully saluted Charlotte.

"I've seen the Grand Duke of Icewind!" he saluted, looking at a slightly embarrassed Hoyle, "Count Edward, sorry for interrupting your introduction. But don't forget, I'm also a participant in the Battle of the Tria. I will never forget the heroic appearance of the Grand Duke of Icewind Castle on the battlefield. ”

It seems that Charlotte has brushed Rosente's prestige to the point of reverence.

Before letting the way into the palace, the knight said sincerely, "Grand Duke, it's great that you can come!"

His attitude made Charlotte suspect that if he wanted to inherit the throne of Rosente, it was estimated that there were not a few supporters.

At this moment, there was a shout in the distance, and Charlotte followed the sound to see Nell in armor running panting. When he came to Charlotte, he wiped the sweat from his forehead and said, "Your Highness, Grand Duke of Icewind Castle, I have finally caught up with you...... I'm sorry I didn't have a good time to meet you. ”

Charlotte was going to make him call himself his cousin as he had done at first, but the knight guarding the court asked Nell to disarm his sword, leaving Charlotte stunned and swallowed back her unspoken words.

You know, just now not only Charlotte, but even Hoyle was not asked to disarm the sword.

Hoyle saw the embarrassment on Nell's face and took the initiative to untie his sword and hand it to the knight. Vivien glared at the knight in dismay, who awkwardly avoided her gaze.

He knew that Vivian was Charlotte's personal disciple, so naturally he didn't dare to have any disrespect for Vivian.

Charlotte ignored the knight and walked straight to the palace, he didn't plan to hand over his father's relic, the Knight's Sword of Bond, to anyone. The knight let go as if he hadn't noticed the saber at Charlotte's waist.

The group continued to move forward, and the palace that served as the king's residence was five stories high, and it was more tightly guarded than the guards of the outer hall. Charlotte motioned for Mystery and the others to stay outside the door, and Vivien wanted to follow Charlotte into the palace, but was stopped by Hoyle.

"Master Vivien, I've heard that you are very knowledgeable, and I have recently encountered a difficult problem while reading, and I would like to ask you a question or two. ”

Charlotte looked at Hoyle in surprise, he had thought that Hoyle was going to accompany him to Brent's room, but it seemed that he intended to leave Nell alone with him.

Remembering Hoyle's sentence "I owe allegiance only to the heir approved by the Grand Duke", Charlotte couldn't help but laugh. Although Hoyle would be loyal to Brent's designated heir, he also knew that the infant Hibbert was not the ideal heir in troubled times, so he left Nell and Charlotte alone.

Vivien asked Charlotte with her eyes that although she wanted to be by Nell's side in an awkward situation, she was quite sensible and knew what was important.

Charlotte nodded at her, "You can accompany Hoyle and discuss and communicate with each other." Nell and I went to see Cousin Brent and would be back later. ”

With that, he gestured to Nell to lead the way.

Before parting, Hoyle patted Nell on the shoulder, who shook his head slightly with a tangled expression, and it could be seen that Hoyle was slightly disappointed in his attitude, but with a complicated expression of approval.

The palace can be called five steps and one post, three steps and one sentry, and it was not until the brothers reached the palace stairs that the situation improved slightly. Charlotte took advantage of the small soundproofing spell as she walked through the stairs and asked, "Don't you have anything to say to me?" ”

Nell looked embarrassed, and he paused slightly, and then replied solemnly, "Cousin, I would like to ask you to do me a favor." ”

Say. ”

Charlotte thought to herself, it's rare for you to call me cousin.

However, Nell's next sentence surprised Charlotte.

"Please support little Hibbert on the throne of Losente!