Chapter 140: A Visitor in the Snowstorm

Kingdom of the Rhine, palace of the Lion's Head City.

The king and his ministers were in the hall of the council, and the two mystical magic guards in front of the hall stood straight, their eyes hidden under their hoods not becoming lazy from the cold brought by the snow, and they always maintained sharp vigilance, watching the only aerial suspension bridge passage in front of the hall.

Under the heavy snowfall, the suspension bridge, which was the only way to the Chamber, had been covered with a delicate layer of snow, as if it had not been a virgin, pure and delicate. Just looking at the beautiful and delicate appearance of this bridge in the sky, it is difficult to imagine that there are three hundred and sixty-five magic traps set up on its length of 100 meters, and the density of defense can be called terrifying.

Although there are only two magicians guarding the front of the hall, even if the elite magic troops above the realm level attack from the bridge, they can easily destroy the enemy with their own strength and the magic mechanism on the bridge. Beneath the artistically fragile surface, there is actually a tight defense that is not inferior to the level of the fortress.

The snow fell heavier, and the cold wind blew more violently, and the vision of the two guards became a little blurred because of the sudden wind and snow, so they subconsciously squinted.

Then they were stunned to find that a figure in a black robe appeared silently on the empty bridge like a ghost.

The vigilant guards of the "invaders" reacted immediately, and with a wave of their staffs, the blue ice spear and the green wind blade coalesced, and they swept through the wind and snow towards the enemy.

At the same time, the attack of the defenders was detected, and the magic mechanism on the bridge also automatically reacted, and the seven forbidden circles were activated in an instant, forming a small confinement space that completely blocked the offender, and layers of confinement auras appeared around the target.

The guard's attack and the assistance of the mechanism put the black-clothed mage into a dead end in an instant.

However, in the face of the sudden fierce attack, the man in black just raised a hand and waved it lightly, and the spear of ice water like a mad snake and the blade of the wind like a sword "poofed" and evaporated into invisibility.

Without waiting for the two guards to be surprised and react further, the man in black then pointed his hand, and the confined space around his body instantly collapsed, and dozens of chains burning yellow flames formed and struck, easily breaking through the defensive barrier of the two mystic-level magic guards, enveloping and sealing their hands and body, and firmly clamping them.

The two guards suddenly lost their balance and threw themselves forward in the snow, unable to move even as they struggled for their lives.

"Please be uneasy, I am not an enemy of the Rhine. ”

Just as the guards were horrified by the overwhelming strength of the comer, the black-clothed mage walked up to them and said gently.

"My name is Chongyang @ Bright, the leader of the Phoenix Army of the Wren Empire's guerrillas, and I have important matters to discuss with His Majesty the King of your country, so I am offended. ”

Inside the Parliamentary Hall.

Vincent was in the middle of giving his reply to the relevant minister on a domestic issue when there was a knock on the closed door of the lobby, and the sound echoed through the hall with a particularly abrupt sound.

The conversation was interrupted, Vincent frowned slightly, and when he heard the communication of the guards outside the hall, he was stunned for a moment, and there was a strange color in his eyes.

“...... You're here?"

The prince of the past, the king of today, couldn't help but have some mixed feelings when he heard that the only best friend he agreed with in his heart had come to visit.

Hearing the name of the intruder conveyed by the guards, the ministers also talked about it. Some of them, who were more concerned about the war situation in the Wren Empire, suddenly remembered the deeds of this famous magical fire mage, and were surprised why this legendary powerhouse suddenly appeared here.

He said...... Are you friends with Your Majesty?"

"Maybe it's a hoax, it's better not to open the door and call for support quickly. ”

"I don't know if it's my ......"

The ministers were talking, and Vincent on the throne was silent.

"It's me, Vincent. ”

Just as everyone in the hall hesitated, an unfamiliar voice sounded through sound magic.

"I'm sorry to come to you so suddenly, but it's really urgent, and I hope His Majesty won't mind. ”

"Open the door. Hearing this, Vincent was completely sure of the identity of the person who came, and immediately opened his mouth to order.

At the king's will, the door of the hall slowly opened, and the cold wind and snow outside poured into the hall.

Everyone saw that against the backdrop of snowfall, a black-clothed mage wearing a hood stood quietly until the door was fully opened, and then he took a step and walked in smoothly and calmly step by step.

Step, step, step, footsteps sounded in a silent space.

Seeing the visitor approaching, the handsome young man on the throne unconsciously clenched his hands, and a look of anticipation appeared on his face, and finally when the visitor arrived under the throne, he couldn't help but stand up.

In front of everyone's eyes, the black-clothed mage raised his hands and slowly took off his hood, revealing a face with black hair and black eyes, with a gentle and nostalgic arc at the corners of his mouth.

The eyes are facing each other.

"Vincent......

"Chongyang ......"

Both of them faintly evoked each other's names, and their eyes were full of emotion, as if they had returned to not long ago, but it seemed to be very far away, at that time of the Three Kingdoms Conference.

"At the time of parting, you were only His Royal Highness the Prince. Chongyang smiled, "Now, I have to say that I see His Majesty the King." ”

Vincent's hands shook slightly, and an inexplicable smile spread across his face.

"Haven't you changed too? At that time you were just a nobody next to the princess of the empire, and now you ...... But it was a self-reliant army, enough to assist the original princess to establish a new country, the legendary knight. ”

Chongyang laughed dumbly when he heard this.

"Nation-building or something, nothing at all. As he spoke, he remembered all the things he had experienced after the conference, and he felt that even if he wanted to say it, he didn't know where to start.

Vincent waved his hand.

The onlookers understood, turned around, and left through the side door of the council hall, leaving room for the king and his old friends for the time being. After a while, only Chongyang and Vincent were left in the lobby.

This move is undoubtedly the embodiment of Vincent's absolute trust in Chongyang, Chongyang understands this, and his heart is a little warm.

Vincent stepped down the steps from his seat, came to the black-haired young man, opened his mouth to say something, but swallowed back the words to his lips, and paused.

Chongyang noticed the other party's inexplicable small movements, but he didn't care.

"And one more, how is Sapphire Glaitis, is she okay, has anything changed?" he asked casually.

Gladys @ Galvi is the winner of another Triple Congress of the Kingdom and the daughter of the Duke of the Rhine Kingdom, and has a hidden identity as the illegitimate daughter of the previous king, that is, Vincent's father, and Vincent is a half-brother and sister.

When the conference ended, Vincent himself didn't know about his relationship with Gladys, and he didn't know if he had realized it now.

Hearing Chongyang's inquiry, King Rhine raised his eyebrows.

"Of course she's fine, she's focused on cultivation now, and she just said she wants to retreat or something not long ago...... Do you miss her?"

"Ahem" Chongyang used coughing to cover up embarrassment. It seems that Vincent still doesn't know about his relationship with the lady Sapphire, so he is a little mistaken.

"If you want to see her, I'll send someone to convey it, maybe she'll come. Vincent teased earnestly.

"No, no, no. The black-haired young man hurriedly waved his hand, his face even more embarrassed.

Seeing Chongyang's embarrassment, Vincent smiled lightly, feeling less pressure on his heart.

After the greetings, the two had to talk about business after all.

"I'm here to ask the kingdom to unite and fight against the Healers' Guild. Chongyang explained the meaning.

"Shura Alliance...... You have also read the information passed on by Ecares, and I can prove that what is said above is basically the truth, and the situation is indeed very serious. Our Phoenix Army intends to attack the Healer's Guild and stop their plans, but it is too thin to rely on our strength alone. ”

Vincent listened in silence.

"The Wren Empire is fighting against the Orcs and can't spare their hands, the top brass of the Shura Alliance has closed their eyes and ears, and even imprisoned Aikales who revealed the truth, and the only remaining big force that can compete with the Healer Guild is your kingdom unity. The risk of attacking is very high, but if it succeeds, it will not only save humanity from the crisis, but also obtain extremely rich benefits, such as the healing techniques accumulated by the Healers Guild over the years......"

Chongyang paused.

"We're friends, so let's be honest with you, the Phoenix Army must do something about the Death Courtyard this time to stop their dangerous research. It's just that to reduce the pressure and reduce casualties, we want to find allies, and we're happy to share in the benefits......"

"In the name of justice, do things to eliminate evil?" Hearing this, Vincent looked into the eyes of the black-haired young man and smiled slightly, "It's like your style." ”

Chongyang was stunned for a moment, feeling a little ashamed. He is just starting for his own selfishness, not upholding the concept of saving the world.

"It's not so righteous, the Phoenix Army is just a guerrilla force after all, we are starting from our own interests, but we just happened to have this kind of opportunity. ”

Vincent didn't believe it.

In the heart of King Rhine, it is very natural for a team led by a rotten good person like Chongyang @ Bright to act in order to save humanity. Otherwise, why would you provoke the Healers Guild if you have nothing to do?

Chongyang's sincerity was regarded as modest by Vincent, and he had a higher evaluation of the former in his heart, compared to Vincent, who felt how ugly he was when he killed his father and ascended to the throne.

He had an impulse to reveal his offense to Chongyang He, but when he thought of the expression that the other party might show when he knew about it, he didn't have the courage.

King Rhine sighed in his heart.

Chongyang saw that Vincent was silent for a long time, thinking that the other party was calculating. Such a major event cannot be decided in a sentence or two.

"Please think about it, but there is not much time, and I hope to reply as soon as possible. He decided to retire first.

"No, I will reply to you now that I can fully assist you in brokering an alliance, at least to mobilize the Kingdom to unite some countries to contribute. Vincent was silent for a long time before speaking.

"That'...... That's great. ”

"Actually, in addition to the Kingdom Union, I can also contact another force, and they are even more powerful than the Kingdom Union...... No, to be precise, now those of them are the real masters of the Kingdom Union. ”

Vincent paused, his gaze moving in the direction of the gate, as if someone was coming towards it.

"What force?" Chongyang was stunned.

"A being that lurks in the darkness, a magical hunter......" King Rhine's eyes narrowed slowly, "its name, the Dark Race." ”

Before the words fell, the wind and snow suddenly rose, and the whistling ice and snow seemed to suddenly come to life, and they broke into the council hall with their teeth and claws, and swept towards the two of them

Chongyang reacted violently, subconsciously pushed Vincent aside, and then there was a white in front of him, and a touch of wind and snow just covered his eyes, blocking his vision.

At the same time, a faint white light, hidden between the cold wind and the snow, stabbed him silently and fiercely

"Who is it?"