15. The way of the king
She slowly got up, glanced at Avril Lavigne who was still asleep, and gently raised her hand to envelop herself in white light with magic. Pen Fun Pavilion wWw. biquge。 Info barely made a sound, and by the time the white light faded away, she was already dressed in all her robes and armor. Greeting Thranduil good morning with her head bowed, she walked towards the door as she wore her mask to her face. Vernorr had been like this for the past few days, and Thranduil knew she was there to give herself and Avril more time alone. Or maybe she was desperate to find the weapon. Today, though, Thranduil wasn't going to let her get her wish.
"I'd like to invite Avril to visit the army of the Woodland Kingdom, so come with her. ”
The army drills of the Woodland Kingdom were staged every day during this period. Even Vernor, who didn't pay much attention to the war, smelled the smell of war. She didn't understand for a moment what it meant to let Avril go to visit the army too, and glanced at Avril who had not yet woken up with a suspicious face.
She ...... It seems that the army is not interested. ”
Of course, Thranduil knew that Avril would not be interested in the army! God knows what the gods had put in Avril's mind, and she could run excitedly through the streets of the lower residential areas of the royal city, not minding that the sewage on the ground would stain her beautiful robes. She will also take the trouble to pick up every child who wants to approach her and give her a kiss. She even takes into account the feelings of each living being calmly and elegantly at the dinner party, and enjoys it. Coupled with his father's smile every time he and Avril talked, and Vernor's soft eyes that could ooze water when he looked at them, Thranduil tacitly agreed that Avril was the best candidate for the Princess. At least, all living beings will be happy, won't they?
He remembered that his father had told him more than once that as a king, he had to take everyone's feelings into account when making decisions. If you encounter something that satisfies everyone and does not bring disaster to the country, you have to give in to your emotions for the masses. As the saying goes, "those who are kings stand tall in times of crisis and are transparent in times of peace".
Rest assured, she will indulge in the thousands of troops as banquet guests who need to be entertained. Besides......" Thranduil tugged at her neckline, as if that would ease the uncomfortable feeling. "Only the future princess has the honor of visiting the army. I know that Father and you want it to be ......."
The sudden surprise made Vernoer's face bloom with flowers, and she walked towards Thranduil with questions. It wasn't until he was sure that the other party was not joking that he smiled and gave a hug.
Is it because of Avril's relationship that they hug me like a relative?" Thranduil added reluctantly, "Of course, it also depends on whether Avril can be recognized by her subjects. ”
"It's not a problem for her at all. You'll find out soon. Vernore gently shook Avril awake, "Wake up, cute little lazy cat." ”
The Woodland Kingdom's training ground is located to the west of the royal palace, and this sufficiently spacious flat land has recently begun to be used frequently. When they arrived, King Orifer was making his army change formation quickly by giving orders. Under the command of King Orifer, tens of thousands of soldiers in gold and silver armor quickly and neatly arrived at the designated place to form a perfect pattern.
It was the first time Vernor and Avril had seen such a large army, and both creatures were shocked by the majesty of the Elven King, and it was not until Orifer walked up to them that they hurriedly saluted.
"Oh, Thranduil, I didn't expect you to bring Avril with me. Aurel looked at his son, and then at Avril Lavigne, who was looking around with wide eyes, and couldn't help but touch Thranduil's head in front of the hosts. "I think it's more enjoyable than killing a thousand trolls. ”
Avril didn't know what it meant, but as if sensing something, she quickly glanced at Thranduil, and then ran towards the army with her skirt in hand. Six eyes followed her and stopped in front of the formation, not knowing what to say, the nearest soldier gave her a solemn military salute.
Avril seemed to want to get close to them, but she was afraid that it would affect them. Vernor looked at Thrandier expectantly.
"Go on, kid. Aurel's gaze also struck. "Take Avril with your horse and let her feel the power of the Great Green Forest King. ”
What else could Thranduil say? He glanced at Vernor, who had silently retreated to the ranks of officials, and rode away.
"My dearest sister, if you were there at the time, you would have been stunned. Avril, who had been in a state of intoxication since her return, was still not awake, and kept repeating the situation in Vernor's ear. "I swear, he didn't make any moves around me, but the soldiers who were closer to us would turn around and face us. What a miraculous power! Even the king could not make everyone aware of his thoughts without the aid of a command. Sister, does Thranduil's hair speak, otherwise why would they know his orders when he had his back to the soldiers?"
Is this the "soldier and general" mentioned in the ancient books? Vernoll braided Avril's hair for the dinner party, and his slender fingertips quickly shuttled through the golden hair. "I have heard more than once about the valor of the prince on the battlefield, and it is only today that it has opened my eyes. ”
Avril looked at Vernoll in the mirror and pouted, "Why did you leave so early?" If it's a little later, you'll still be able to see the new formation invented by the prince. It's just amazing!"
Putting the last jewel on Avril's hairdress, Vernor patted her on the shoulder. "It's easy to want to amaze me. If the prince could be my sister's close friend, I would be glad to send my greatest amazement. ”
Her pale skin was pink, and she broke free of her hands as quickly as she could, sticking out his tongue at her as he left. By the time she joined the dinner as the prince's advisor, Avril's face flushed even more. She sat side by side with Thranduil, talking gleefully.
Vernore stood quietly a short distance behind Avril, her instincts making her greedily watch everything that had happened at the dinner. The color of the wine in the glass and the food on the table all indicate that this is not the most lavish dinner the Woodland Kingdom has ever had. But so what? The sound of the elves holding their glasses, laughing heartily, was not affected at all. In the midst of the staggering, I don't know who fell to the ground because of the drunkenness, which provoked a burst of laughter.
King Aurel rose to his feet in the midst of the laughter, and motioned with his eyes for her to follow.