"Is that the prisoner Calant, the steel-class adventurer known as the Marauder?" Diama turned to look at Im, who was reporting to him.

"Yes, that's right. ”

"So did the Adventurers' Guild notice something?"

"This subordinate doesn't know very well. ”

"Cut, it's just a rabble. Diama shook his head disdainfully, "Cronin is just a puppet, but after all, he is the president of the Chamber of Commerce Alliance, and after his death, there will be a new power struggle within the Chamber of Commerce, right?"

"Is there anything else that needs to be done?" asked Im.

"I will let you return home as a bodyguard with the expeditionary force of Artinia. ”

"And who's going to keep you safe, Bishop?"

"Don't worry, the Knights of the Templars will soon be here to join me. ”

"The subordinate understood. ”

"I want you to keep an eye on the Black Sword Hime, understand? ”

"What do you mean?"

"Her power is enough to change the balance of the forces, but she has no tendency to favor either side, which is always a hidden danger, so ... ”

"Yes ... Im replied silently.

In front of the main gate of Argos, the Artinian dragon chariot army had been assembled and could set off at any time, just waiting for the king's order.

"I'm really sorry, I wanted to let the soldiers of your country have a good rest, but I didn't expect such a thing to happen. Aria said apologetically to King Salz.

"There is no need to apologize, it is not your fault, I hope you can catch the murderer of His Excellency the President as soon as possible, and I send my condolences to the Federation of Chambers of Commerce on behalf of the Kingdom. ”

"Thank you for your condolences, we have some clues about the murderer, and we will definitely give an explanation to the deceased president. ”

"Then leave it at that. King Salz turned around and was about to step into the dragon chariot.

"Wait a minute. A voice came from behind, and Archbishop Diama was seen walking towards the convoy, and Im followed behind him.

"Isn't this Bishop Diama of the Temple? Salz stopped and turned.

"It's a shame this time, I didn't expect to encounter such a thing when we formed an alliance. Diama walked up to Salz with a slow pace.

"Indeed, it looks like it was premeditated. ”

"Although it is not appropriate to say it now, I still hope that Your Majesty can think about the alliance again, if it can be decided as soon as possible, it will be of great significance to the human race of the entire continent. ”

"You're right, but I'm afraid the Chamber of Commerce doesn't have the energy to deal with the alliance now, right? Salz smiled slightly.

"Well, I see what you mean, the Templars will respect your country's decision, and if you have any new ideas, feel free to contact us. ”

"Of course, we will keep in touch with all the forces at all times. ”

"Then before you leave, allow me to have the Dark Knights, the most elite of the Templars, accompany you as bodyguards to Artinia. As he spoke, Im silently walked up to the king.

"Bodyguards are not needed, the soldiers of Artinia have the ability to protect their king. Duke Sainz on the side came forward and refused.

"No, no, no, Lord Duke misunderstood, I'm not questioning the strength of your warriors, it's just that the Dark Knights are proficient in all kinds of infiltration and assassination, and they are experts among experts in this regard, and she can definitely help a lot in order to avoid a repeat of President Cronin's incident. ”

"It's impossible, someone wants to assassinate Your Majesty or something, absolutely... Sainz was about to retort, but Salz on the side blocked him with his hand and motioned for him not to speak.

"Since His Excellency the Bishop has such good intentions, then of course I cannot refuse, so let me invite His Excellency the Dark Knight to go with us. ”

"Go, Im, and keep the king safe. ”

"The subordinates understand. ”

In this way, Yimu also boarded the dragon carriage with him.

As the gates of Argo City slowly opened, a huge dragon convoy drove out of the city.

"Your Majesty, why did you agree to bring that Templar with you, the so-called bodyguards look more like eyeliner left on our side? In the dragon cart, Sainz asked the kingdom with a confused expression.

"Indeed, as you said, if I refuse, I'm afraid the temple side will not give up, since the other party is so confident in the dark knights, I'm afraid they will also send them to follow us secretly, it is better to let her follow us like this. ”

"Your Majesty, since the other party is so pressing, are you worried about our alliance with the Imperial side?"

"That's right, if you want to get the head start in this battle against the demons, who you stand with is the most important thing, and the temple is also eager to find a attachment. ”

"Speaking of which, our envoys to the Empire have not yet delivered any news to us. Sainz said suddenly.

"There's no news? That's a bit strange. Through the skylight above the dragon cart, the king could see Im sitting behind the dragon knight from a distance, "I hope there will be no other accidents." ”