The country of Destinipe did not have any armed forces that could be taken into action. Claudia's poor old father, who died in the earthquake, had been in a state of confusion all his life, and had never thought of making any achievements in the military defense of his country. Claudia has now taken over such a mess in a hurry with internal and external troubles, which really makes onlookers involuntarily feel a little pity.

As a pivotal figure in the current situation, Tarun should not have any personal feelings, but after all, he is a middle-aged man in his forties who has never been married.

He was supposed to be a matchmaker for Albert and never thought he would have any feelings for Claudia. Throughout his life, he has devoted himself to the study of the history, politics, and military affairs of various Bodi continents. He was more conceited than his younger brother Henry Crawford, and he was more demanding of himself. The reason why he accepted Albert's invitation to go out of the mountain was mainly due to the problem of getting older. Wouldn't it be a pity if he had all his skills and ambitions, but he didn't have room to exert them for a long time? He knew that there was a fierce and secret struggle between the emperor and the old Duke Borot, and he had already seen this opportunity, and wanted to use the young little Ah Lai to win his own merits. He is the kind of real military advisor type of character, and he himself doesn't have many words, but every time he makes a move, he can get to the point accurately. He has the strength and energy to lead an army of hundreds of thousands, but he actually prefers to be the second in command, a setter and middleman. After all, Albert is still a little younger, and he is very inexperienced in all aspects, and what Tarun has always wanted to do and is doing is to help Xiao Ah grow up as soon as possible. He is the kind of person who is ambitious, but he does not equate ambition with being emperor. Ancient and modern, Chinese and foreign, how many anonymous clans on the Bodi continent fantasize that one day they will be able to dominate the entire universe and establish their own Vane Empire or Tamborance Empire. Tarun didn't think so, he would rather be a virtuous and good general who was praised by all generations than be the emperor who was on the high. He was a wise man, he knew his character, and he knew what he would lose when he became emperor. Power is both glory and bondage, and of course Tarun is inevitably greedy for some glory, but the word freedom is eternally engraved in the depths of his heart, so that he will not be bound by power.

The army of Kentan, which was gradually hoarding behind the mouth of the mangdun, did not move for a long time, which made Tarun feel a little uneasy in his heart. Each of the other party is proficient in some magic, and the longer they prepare, the more dangerous their side will definitely be. He and Krees discussed a number of targeted tactics, and even asked the polymath monks in the church of Birti some questions, but the results were not very satisfactory, because in the final analysis, there was always a real problem, that is, there were too many opponents, and no matter how hard they tried, it was difficult to tip the scales.

As the Countess of Destiny, Claudia's biggest and most realistic task is not to raise an army that she can deploy, but to inspire as much as possible the fighting spirit and desire of the people in the city of Birti to survive and win. As a girl, although she will inevitably speak sharply, her persistent belief can still be clearly felt. She encouraged everyone not to be overwhelmed by the earthquake and the impending Great War, as the eyes of the entire Tamborance Empire were already focused on it. At this moment, it is not just about the life and death of the individual, but the glory and rebirth of the entire country of Destinipebe. She hoped that everyone would put aside all past grievances, unite under the same banner, and work together for common ideals and goals.

Tarun saw it in his eyes and was relieved in his heart. He used to think of Claudia only as a political bargaining chip or as a fine vase. He suggested that His Highness Albert marry her, only for the sake of the political situation. He never thought that a girl would be so responsible, strategic, and courageous. It was as if he had discovered a new continent, and his whole mind was shaken.

The countess has been summoning herself every day for the past few days to discuss state affairs, and outsiders have nothing to say, because at the moment of the great enemy, it is normal for the two most important people to meet frequently, but Tarun knows what Claudia means very clearly in his heart. No matter how much his IQ drops, he will not fail to see the countess's various actions that are so affectionate to him. Her smile, her posture, her fresh and refined pace and attitude, all tell herself about the girl's heart.

Tarun even felt a little happy about such a summons, and looked forward to this moment every day. He tried to restrain his desire for cranky thoughts, and devoted his main energy to the analysis of the battle situation. However, emotions can easily gain the absolute upper hand without much effort. He couldn't resist it, he retreated, and as soon as he saw Claudia's powdery duck egg face, he couldn't help but put his mind on the love between men and women.

Lady Charlotte's illness gave the Countess and Taron more space and freedom, for the lady-in-waiting, Catherine, always had to go to the Lady to greet her, and Claudia was happy to do so.

On this day, as he had done the other day, he still arrived at Claudia's office in a hurry. It is easy to misunderstand that this is an office place, because since the earthquake, the housing problem in the whole city of Birti has been very tense. Although Claudia was the Countess of Destiny, she could not escape this embarrassment, and when she had a cold and fever a few days ago, she had asked Catherine to divide her house into two parts with a screen, the first half of which was used for many purposes, such as a study, living room or office, and the second half was a bedroom and private space.

In the first half of the year, she dealt with all kinds of trivial things that happened in the city of Birti, but she had to settle them, and here she met with all kinds of people who asked for reception and petitions.

On this day, she is still dressed the same as before, wearing a jade phoenix hairpin, a delicate belt around her waist, and a flower-like dress that touches the ground is amazing.

As soon as he entered the room, he stood on one side, waiting for the countess's command.

Claudia looked at the Grand Commander of His Highness Albert with his clear, mysterious, and misty eyes. Suddenly, she laughed like a lark in the verdant forest.

This made Tarun extremely embarrassed, after all, his purpose for coming here was at least on the surface very serious, and the other party was a countess of a higher rank than himself, so it was impossible to produce such a hippie smile atmosphere anyway.

He bowed his head silently, still not responding to the countess's enthusiasm.

Claudia couldn't help but say, "Are you all like this? People say that if you don't get married in your forties, you either have a problem with your heart or have a physical disorder. I'm curious, too, but you have to explain it to me today!"

Tarun became more and more embarrassed, and he had to respond in a serious tone: "My lord, you have come to me to discuss national affairs, not to inquire about personal privacy. Although I am your subordinate, I am much older than you, so please respect my personal choice. ”

"Of course I respect you, General!" said Claudia as she slowly moved around the poor man who was uneasy, "but people can be ruthless, and I think you must have something special about your past hidden deep in your heart." Don't be embarrassed and don't worry, I'm not going to go any further. You are a good person and a person worthy of respect. When you first came to the kingdom of Destinip, you did not even look at me with a straight eye, and you were so devoted to your highness that you even wanted him to marry me. Don't be nervous, I'm not bringing it up to you. Mine is indeed a weak woman, but I am not as easy to bully as you think. My father is really cowardly, but I am not! You used me as a bargaining chip, and I don't blame you, because the entire Bodi Continent and even the entire place covered by the heavens are like this. Don't laugh either, I know you're thinking of the elves in the Danse Forest, and I don't want to talk about them right now. Your impression of me must have changed a few days ago, not all women are as obedient as you men imagined, at least not ......"

Claudia was a little excited and almost tripped over her skirt, but fortunately, Talen Crawford, who was standing like a wood, did not forget to help him at the critical moment, otherwise he would have fallen into the mud.

The soft-as-jade arm made Tarun's heart tremble in an instant. As if he had touched a 100-degree Celsius kettle, he quickly let go and shook it off.

Claudia smiled again, but in the form of a warm smile of tenderness and sweetness. Although Tarun is a middle-aged scholar with a full stomach, the strength of his arm is really not small, which also caused a ripple in the heart of the countess.

Love is a strange thing, it can come quickly, it can quietly approach two people, and once it succeeds, it can make people powerless.

Although Claudia was close to Talen Crawford for utilitarian purposes, she was involuntarily captured by this powerful force. The middle-aged man in front of him was not only extremely intelligent, but also very fit, and the tens of thousands of soldiers he commanded in the Duchy of Borot gave him enough points.

Talon, who stood still, seemed to have suddenly awakened, and suddenly grabbed the arm of the countess who had just thrown it away in his hand, but what he said at this time made Claudia feel a little crying and laughing: "The key to the problem now is not necessarily how to deal with the magic of Kentan, but to be careful to beware of the general Iros sent by the emperor!"

The countess couldn't help but burst out laughing again.

Find out what happens next, and listen to the next breakdown.