The air of late autumn became more and more refreshing, abandoning the heat of summer and secretly carrying some of the cold of winter, and it was in this weather that Alan returned to the city of Isis.

The city of Isis has basically not changed, except that there are more law enforcement teams in the streets, more business travelers, more tourists, and more scholars. The streets have been replaced with bluestone pavements after several expansions, and they are flat and spacious. Under the supervision of the law enforcement team, some illegal buildings were demolished on both sides of the street, which were neatly arranged on both sides of the road.

With the Ouranos Highway connecting the entire capital of Essis, more and more caravans flocked to Isis from all corners of the continent. After all, Tulka is the only city that can trade with the Elven Kingdom. For the exquisite works of art produced in the elven kingdom, it has always been a treasure for nobles to grab on the mainland. On the other hand, the Ouranos Highway has made traffic faster in various areas, causing bandits and bandits in Aesis to flee to other territories.

The standard of living of the common people in the city was also further improved, and although there were frequent wars in just two years, the productivity of the city was not only not reduced, but developed rapidly due to Allen's pension work and the strategy of basically abolishing the conscription of peasant soldiers.

Many of the wastelands that were originally in the Esis are also being exploited by more and more people, and it is imagined that in just a few years, the productivity of the Esis will be multiplied.

While Isis was thriving, Venus Manor was still stubbornly retaining her own style. There is no intention of renewing with the city.

"Why didn't you inform me of such a big incident in Ambrosi? You know how worried I am! Fiona asked with her hands on her waist and an angry and worried expression.

The sun was warm and bright, reflecting the splendor of Fiona's fiery hair. Allen, who was covered by Fiona's figure, cautiously whispered an apology.

"Hehe, it happened suddenly, I can't help it."

Fiona stared at Alan angrily, and finally shook her head helplessly and said: "Don't be so reckless in the future, you are now a duke, and countless people are counting on you." ”

Alan looked at Fiona's gentle appearance, and suddenly a wave of warmth rose. So Alan stepped forward and gently hugged Fiona's waist under Fiona's puzzled eyes.

This sudden movement made Fiona's body stiffen instantly.

"How...... What's wrong with you? The trembling voice was a little incredible. Alan has never done such an intimate action, this sudden hug is a hug that Fiona has thought about for I don't know how many times, and just got it? Fiona was puzzled, but unwilling to let go.

Alan rested her chin on Fiona's shoulder and took a light breath of the faint fragrance of a woman. He whispered, "I'm sorry Nana, I'm back." ”

Fiona's hand was wrapped around Alan's back, and she gently buried her head in Alan's chest.

"It's good to be back."

The wind gently drifted past the two of them, quietly holding the little hands of the fallen leaves, and dancing together in the autumn sun.

Ahem!

A cough disturbed the warm scene, and Feng'er was frightened, let go of the fallen leaves, and flew back into the sky, and the fallen leaves could only whirl weakly, returning to the arms of Mother Earth.

Fiona was startled, and subconsciously pushed with both hands. Alan flew out at once, knocking the tables and chairs behind him to pieces. The figure flickered and fell, and fled the courtyard in an instant.

Alan got up from the ground while grinning his porcelain teeth around his waist, and kept complaining: "Old Sai, you don't look at the time." ”

Sebastian, who had not seen him for a long time, still looked like an elegant old butler, bowed and said, "Lord Duke, there is a man named Alfred who wants to see you." ”

Oh? Alan was stunned for a moment, thought for a moment, and said, "Please ask him to wait for me in the study." ”

Sebastian nodded. "Yes, Lord Duke."

In the quiet courtyard in autumn, the grass swayed freely, and the leaves were beating inexplicably in the breeze. Everything is so peaceful and beautiful, but how long can this beauty last?

When Alan returned to the study, an old man with white hair and beard stood in front of Alan, and next to him stood a black-haired girl who was only shoulder-high as the old man.

And when Alan saw the old man for the first time, Alan smiled and said, "Teacher, it's been a long time. ”

And the old man who Allen called a teacher was none other than the Earl of the Danone Kingdom named Alfred.

Alfred touched his snow-white beard, glanced at Allen, and then said with a pleased smile: "You are really good, and I am very satisfied, teacher." ”

Alan stretched out his hand and motioned for Alfred to sit down, and he also found a random place to sit down, then pointed to the girl next to him and asked, "Who is this?" ”

Alfred smiled and replied, "This is my granddaughter, Alice. Alice, salute the Duke. ”

At Alfred's orders, the girl named Alice performed a standard court lady ceremony, and then looked at Alan with some curiosity.

However, this somewhat rude gesture did not put on Allen's heart, and Allen was more concerned about Alfred's intentions.

"Teacher, your visit this time means that your research has achieved certain results."

Alfred stroked his snow-white beard lightly and nodded, "That's right, I have gone through many experiments in the past ten years, and I have cracked the power of the Holy Light of the Church. ”

The power of the Light is the foundation of the Church. It was because the Holy See held the power of the Light that the Knights Templar of the Church became a terrifying force, which made the common people feel awe of the Church. However, this power of the Holy Light has been completely cracked, and it is conceivable that once the method of cracking is spread, the blow to the church can be described as fatal.

And with such exciting news, Alan didn't dare to be surprised at all.

"It's been a wasted decade for me. So, please tell us about your research. ”

Alfred nodded, and slowly explained to Allen, "Back then, the church found out that you were studying magic under my guidance, so I had to seal your magic and memories. However, your father, the old Duchess, did not give up magic because of this, and although he could not learn it himself, your butler, His Excellency Sebastian, was a wizard of magic with incredible talent.

At that time, the old duke helped me obtain a lot of information about the church, so I stayed behind to teach Sebastian magic. But at the same time, I also discovered the secrets of the church. ”

Alfred paused and said, "Actually, the power of the Holy Light is not a simple power, but a key. A key to heaven. (To be continued.) )