New Cruz Royal City.

Ello, who had just slain the dragon, had returned and was now returning to his service, the New Cruise Emperor Edward Sr.

"The report is very detailed, but I like the style of writing, there is no unnecessary nonsense, no necessary details are omitted, from the execution of the task to the delivery of the task is perfectly done, and it is still as good as ever, Iroh." Old Edward gently placed Ello's mission report on the table, "But in that case, our contract is over, right?" ”

The reward promised to Ello by the elder was redemption, and if Eloh succeeded in slaying the dragon, his only identity would be a paladin of the Templar See, not subordinate to New Cruise.

Of course, this is only a contractual regulation. Iroh only had his own sovereignty now, and he would do as New Cruise normally requested.

"As you said, Your Majesty, the relationship between me and New Cruise no longer needs to be maintained by a piece of paper." Iroh cleverly portrayed the fact that there was no longer any subordination between the two parties to the effect that their relationship no longer needed to be maintained by a contract, so as not to make old Edward sad.

Old Edward, of course, could hear what he meant, and he couldn't help but sigh at the thought of his unsuccessful son.

"Your Majesty, this matter is a thing worth celebrating, the real dragon slayer is His Royal Highness Edward, the princesses of all countries have returned to their countries, presumably His Royal Highness Edward's marriage should not be worried." Iroh said.

"You helped that incompetent guy in my family solve the lifelong events in the second half of his life, but obviously you have paid so much hard work, but I have nothing to reward you, and I can't even help you arrange your lifelong events, taking away your glory and ruining your marriage." Old Edward patted Arlo's shoulder gently, "Except for the relationship between the king and his courtiers, I see you as if you were looking at another Edward, and I am also heartbroken for you to suffer this humiliation." ”

Ailuo smiled and said, "Your Majesty, such a thing as a marriage contract is more complicated, and there is no such thing as someone taking away someone's marriage. And about this dragon slaying, I also have my own selfish intentions in it, I received the same task in the Templar Holy See, and my identity in the Templar Holy See is more sensitive, so His Royal Highness Edward is willing to help me accept this honor It is beneficial for both of us, there is no one who has achieved whom, and there is no such thing as having to say it...... Ahem! ”

The injuries he had suffered after fighting the dragon had not healed until now, and although Iroh had tried his best to suppress them, now that he had said so much, the pain had returned.

"You're hurt?" Old Edward noticed that Iroh's coughing seemed unusual, as if he could hear blood in his throat.

"Out of the way, Your Majesty." Iroh tried to respond to old Edward with the enthusiasm in his eyes.

He knew very well that her current condition was not simply a recurrence of old wounds, the dragon's blood was strengthening his body, and he would have to endure a certain amount of torture during this time.

"Although our contract has ended, we are not unrelated after that, and as I said, I see you like a second Edward. So I'm just going to nag you a few more words here, and you don't have to force yourself. Old Edward pushed Iroh over for tea.

Iroh took a sip, then replied, "Thank you very much, Your Majesty, although our contract is over, I will always be a knight of New Cruise, I will never forget the kindness of the New Cruz royal family to raise me, and at the same time, Her Royal Highness Elizabeth and Edward will always be my friend and lord." ”

Old Edward looked at Iroh and watched this young man who looked exactly like his son deal with him perfectly, and couldn't help but sigh: "If Edward had half of your consciousness, I wouldn't be like this." ”

Edward could no longer hold a weapon, and had become a complete demonic wreck. There is nothing left but the honors that were once received.

He became dependent on his knights to fight for his honor, and although he was still glamorous to outsiders, he was no longer capable of inheriting the throne in the eyes of old Edward.

"Ahem...... Your Majesty, I don't know whether to say it or not. ”

"Oh? Let's hear it. ”

"I think His Highness Edward abandoned the sword for his own reasons, not because of poor talent, but because of mental suffering. I believe that in time, Your Highness will be able to overcome your demons and regain your strength. ”

"Is that so? What did he quibble with you? Old Edward questioned as he stared at Iroh.

"It's not a quibble, it's just the reason why I heard His Highness Edward abandon his sword when I was talking to him." "His Highness Edward raised his sword to protect the weak, but at the Sky Cup, he was moved by the eyes of an opponent he had defeated. In this senseless struggle he is a senseless victor and a predator, bullying the weak. ”

"This is a duel, isn't it natural for the strong to win?" Old Edward couldn't understand the meaning of what Iroh had said.

But His Highness Edward doesn't think so, he thinks the other side needs this title more than he does. Even if he doesn't win the championship, he is still a prince, but if the other party doesn't win the championship, he will have nothing. ”

Old Edward was incomprehensible: "What kind of retarded logic is this?" Isn't it natural for the strong to win and the weak to lose in this kind of duel competition? Why do you have to read it so deeply? ”

Iroh nodded slowly: "But His Royal Highness Edward didn't think so, if he was just an ordinary brave, of course he wouldn't have pity for his opponent." But he raised his sword to become king, to protect his people. Snatching hope from his own people in order to plunder his own honor was something Edward did not want. ”

Ello's words seemed to take effect, and King Edward Sr. fell into deep thought for a moment, and after a while, Old Edward raised his head and asked Arlo a question.

"By the way, during the treatment period, the kings of the four countries have sent marriage contracts, and Edward has not been with any of them, which princess do you think is more suitable?" He changed the subject.

"I think...... I haven't gotten along with any of the princesses, so if I had to choose one, I'd choose Princess Flanda. "Iroh chose one at random, and he didn't know him well anyway.

"Flanda? Then you are sure, I will make a marriage contract for Edward. Old Edward nodded.

"Then Your Majesty, I'm okay now, right?" Iroh asked.

"Another important thing, although you are no longer employed by the New Cruise Royals, the royal family still needs your help." Edward Sr. said.

Something wasn't quite right with Iroh, and he thought there might be some fraud.

"So what is the request?" He asked.

"Edward is seriously ill and bedridden, unable to deal with Princess Flanda in person, I hope you can continue to play Edward during the time Edward's treatment, you only need to play for half a year." Edward Sr. said.

Sure enough, something wasn't right, and it wasn't right in all directions.

"Regarding this, I want to go and see His Highness Edward first." Iroh didn't immediately say yes.

"That's easy to say."