Lu Xi wants to send off not only the Aucklanders, but also the armies of the Norda Elves and the Vanya Elves. These three parties probably really have no interest in Orgrimmar, or at least the land of Orgrimmar, so they are also the most "free".

"Brother, please take care!" The red-eyed Tommen boy, ah no, His Royal Highness Somans van Dimahia, Prince of Calgary in the Auckland Empire, took the hand of Lucy Ringo Berencaster, the commander of the Fourth Legion of the Federation, and was unwilling to let go for a long time. This is really a good life, and the friendship between the two countries is eternal!

"That's why don't call me my brother...... Forget it, little Kalman and little Freyda are here for a while, please take care of them. ”

"You can rest assured. Yongchen Palace is Kalman's home! It just so happened that his sisters missed him too. Since Miss Freuda is a fellow of Kalman's, she is also my sister......"

"Huh?" Lu Xi raised his eyebrows.

"VIP! Yes, my guest. Let me teach you that, brother, the Holy Springs Royal will never be rude to guests. Looking for Auckland, Miss Freda is sure to enjoy the princess treatment. ”

"That sounds really reliable!" Lu Xi was noncommittal, turned his head to the two children and said, "You two have grown up very fast. It's better to travel thousands of miles than to read 10,000 books, and experience epic events, even if it's just watching and participating as a supporting role, it's enough to benefit you for a lifetime, now you understand, right? ”

Xiao Zhengtai and the girl immediately nodded their heads in convincing, with an expression of unclear but following the teacher must have meat to eat. Of course, the so-called "growth" is actually mostly based on Lu Xi's experience, but you don't have to mind too much about this kind of detail.

"In short, after coming out for so long, you should really go home to have a look, and by the way, entertain the young lady of the same door as a guest, and treat it as a summer vacation. In addition, the return of the Light of Yonahir to the Holy Springs Royal is also a big deal, which should have let you go back last year, but it has been dragged to this day because of various miscellaneous matters. However, maybe it will be more effective for you to go back at this time. ”

Yes, compared to when he first joined Lu Xi's door at the beginning of last year, in just a year and a half, little Kalman seems to have changed. He has grown a lot taller, has reached the average of a normal five-year-old child, his appearance is still delicate and exquisite, and his body is still a little thin, but the feeling of a porcelain doll that seems to be shattered if touched by the wind is completely gone.

"But, teacher, you and Sister Karin's child has been born. He is destined to be the future Emperor of the Empire, and the Light of Jonahir is in my hands, is it really appropriate? ”

"What's wrong...... me, who told you about this kind of thing? Don't you know that chewing the root of the tongue causes problems in the education of children? Anyway, little Kalman, listen up, the light of Jonahir is yours, and this has been approved by your sister Karin! Those vulgar palace fighting farces are destined to be insulated from the colorful roses, do you understand? Lu Xi nodded Xiao Zhengtai's heart, and rarely put on a serious and long-term teacher's style, but fortunately, Xiao Zhengtai was very cooperative, and nodded constantly as if he was moved.

"Besides, as I said, if you go back with the light of Jonahir at this time, your sister may give you a big reward."

Oh, yes! When the army of the Grand Duke of Longbao and the Prime Minister of the Empire are at a standstill, the countries of the Storm Cape are rebelling or suspicious, and the Tui En Order puts everyone in danger, what can be more auspicious than the return of the family treasure that has been lost for hundreds of years to the Yongchen Palace? Does it prove that Her Majesty, the world's number one empress who now sits on the obsidian throne, has been blessed and approved by the gods and ancestors?

"In addition, it is said that it is a summer vacation, but don't play wild. I'll put your progress to the test the next time we meet. Haven't you forgotten your summer homework? ”

Freda grinned and said, "After visiting relatives and resting in the imperial capital of Auckland, you can determine the departure time according to your own judgment." We can't rely on anyone's help, so we will go on our way together, but before next New Year's Day, we must arrive in Neosfia and pass the guerrilla test at the beginning of spring. Don't worry, teacher, we've all memorized it several times. ”

A little girl under the age of fifteen and a six-year-old Xiao Zhengtai went out alone on a cross-border trip, and whoever had a parent to do this would have been killed long ago under normal circumstances. However, with these two, it is a sense of déjà vu that the protagonists have finally embarked on the journey.

In addition, even if it is a protagonist-type role, some stages are still too early for them.

Yes, some things should also be settled for the sake of little Kalman, little Freda, little Dina, and my son, whom I have never met. Anyway, I don't even know what my son's name is...... has reached this point of being a scumbag, if the problem that should have been solved by my generation is dragged to future generations, wouldn't it be even more incorrigible?

Lu Xi had already decided on his next goal, but to his surprise, Artoria suddenly showed great enthusiasm that night.

Lu Xi, who was lying in the middle of the soft duck down mattress, hugged Artoria beside him, and the whole person was completely immersed in a warm and smooth package. He looked at the ceiling that he was not very familiar with, and felt that his life was indeed about to reach its peak. Of course, this must be because he was already called "Orgrimmar Conqueror" by many good people when he said goodbye to the Auckland army, and not because he had just played several rounds of mahjong with Artoria.

"In other words, Uncle Otto said that as long as I return to Skyrim Castle with you this time, the title of Guardian of Ariel's Realm will sound particularly special and anti-system, and it will be mine?"

"It's not a title, it's a serious official position, although it's not permanent, so it sounds a bit like a title. I've asked Brother Enleko about it, and this official position is usually awarded posthumously to heroes who have made great achievements during their lifetimes. It is said that as long as they have such a title, the soul of the hero will be transformed into an immortal heroic spirit, and the eternal homeland of the Nords will forever protect the Arel Plateau. However, there are exceptions to this, and in the 500-year history of the imperial dynasty, there have been three times when they have been conferred on the living! Its position is above that of the prime minister, the marshal and the taishou, and it has the power to coordinate all military affairs and make decisions on the spot. As the guardian of the whole territory of Ariel, he can appoint and dismiss officials at his own discretion, deprive the lord of his title and territory, punish nobles and bureaucrats, and even have the power to control the lord and the local guards, and organize the army. Artoria leaned into Lu Xi's arms and said. Although she has almost been unlocked by Lu Xida in full pose, she probably won't be able to do that finger circle play in her life.

"Don't need to go through the Emperor?"

"Of course you don't need to go through the emperor, otherwise can you still call it an impromptu decision?" Artoria said seriously: "The so-called protection of the whole territory of Arnor, this is equivalent to the regent and emperor of the empire, in order to assist the king and correct the mistakes of the Arnor royal family. Such authority is of course necessary. ”

“…… That's radical! Isn't this a deliberate attempt to cultivate a powerful minister who threatens imperial power? Well, forget it, I forgot that whether you or Auckland are still semi-feudal in nature rather than centralized, whether the imperial power can be implemented is reflected in the strength and prestige of the central royal family. This kind of system is actually very close to the shogunate of the 11th district, so the deputy general, the manager, the five elders, the three royal families, and the old middle are still needed. But don't you think it's a little subtle to put all of the above together? ”

"That, although I don't understand it very well, but what Lu Xi means is that the status of the guardian of the whole territory of Arnor will threaten the empire and the imperial power, right? Let's rest assured here. Didn't I say that? Although this is an official position, it is actually mainly a title for the deceased heroes. One of the three people who have been canonized in history is Master Merlin, a friend and mentor of the founding patriarch Arthur Pendragon, who is a trustworthy elder who made all the rules and regulations of the empire; One was the Sword Emperor Resnart, who was the imperial husband of Empress Tina and later became the co-emperor of the empire; The last was the Grand Duke of Calle, who, when he was a young man, took charge of the empire as his uncle and prime minister, and then selflessly returned power to the adult monarch. You see, they are all saint-like characters whose talents and morals are rare in a century. If this were not the case, even if the emperor wanted to be canonized, the Nord lords would not accept it. Artoria said with a smile.

In other words, is it still dependent on self-morality and freedom? It's so sweet, girl! In addition, the royal family of Arnor and the Nord lord are also too sweet. You really haven't seen the reputation of the Great Druid who is suspected of being a time-traveler before he usurped the throne, and it is basically the same as the sage king and saint of the Three Kingdoms...... Of course, maybe this is really too bad character, and then being stoned to death by a meteorite summoned by the Great Magister must not blame God for not giving face.

In any case, he was quickly ranked with these saints in the history of the Nords, and Lu Xi's vanity was somewhat satisfied. However, if you really think that I will be able to my tail as a flagpole because of this, it would be too much to underestimate me.

"As you have said, the so-called protection of the whole territory of Ariel is actually the most effective when the emperor is unable to fulfill his duties and responsibilities. But the problem is that Uncle Otto is a very powerful hero, and he has just conquered Orgrimmar and Thunder Cliff Fortress, and completely swallowed the Great Lakes region, in fact, in terms of merit, it is actually no less than the Sword Emperor and the Overlord. If there really is one more such so-called regent, where will Uncle Otto be placed? ”

"That's right, so my father said that I must be canonized by myself after I ascend the throne. He seems to have had an idea to set up a so-called Council of Lords, modeled after the Norder kings of antiquity, and planned to abdicate when I was twenty-five years old. ”

The so-called Council of Emperors originated from the time of the kings of Arielnord in the ancient mythological era. At that time, the so-called Nord Kingdom, the full name was called the Nord United Kingdom. Of course, it's not so much a kingdom as an alliance of ancient tribes. In addition to the kings elected by the major tribes through various ancient rituals, such as fists, fists, fists, fists, the real governing bodies are the so-called Council of the Emperors. At that time, there was a customary gentlemen's agreement, and the patriarchal leaders of the major clans would abdicate in their old age and automatically become members of the Emperor's Council. The parliament formed by these retired old men, after the majority raised their hands, could completely veto the king's orders, which can be regarded as a manifestation of a primitive republic in the era of clans and tribes, and indeed formed an effective supervision of royal power.

"Because my father said that the older a person gets, the more confused and stubborn he becomes, and he is far behind this era, but he always thinks that the set of truths he believes in will be eternal and uncertain. The old people rely on their own experience, check and fill in the gaps, give advice to young people, and be some counselors, even if they live up to this age, but if they still sit in the position of decision-makers, it will definitely become everyone's nightmare. ”

“…… It must be said that although your father is a joke most of the time, I mean occasionally too witty, but at critical moments, he is really quite brainy, and he really doesn't look like a Nord in this regard! ”

"In your mind, what are the Nords like?" Artoria couldn't help but sneer, and slapped Lu Xi's shoulder with a fist. Anyway, everyone has done everything, and this kind of intimate and very little daughter-style action, she is becoming more and more natural.

"Father said that at this point, his achievements as an emperor will reach the peak. When I abdicated, he hadn't reached the point where he was so old and confused that he couldn't even lift his sword. In this way, he was completely liberated from the tedious and heavy government affairs of the emperor, and regained the ideal of seeking the truth side of his youth, and it was possible to take a step forward on the road to the source of power, and even find a way to improve the Atlas Holy Pattern. If he can succeed, then his exploits in the field of warriors will also be no less than that of the emperor. When you arrive in Songjiade, you can show off in front of any great ancestor. What's more......"

"More importantly, it is to set a good precedent for the inheritance of the Nord dynasty in the future, right?"

Tut-tut, the two empires, the one in the south is playing with the Tui En Order to strengthen the centralization of power, and the one in the north is subtly beginning to embark on the road of no return to the dual monarchy, who is a barbarian and who eats jujube pills? Lu Xi said that his brain was a little messy.

Artoria looked at Lu Xi deeply and nodded affectionately: "So, what my father means is that if you are willing to come, at least the title and fiefdom above the duke." And let the two of us, as the crown prince and future regent, sit in the new province of the Great Lakes, and with Lu Xi here, we will surely make it the most prosperous and wealthy country in the north soon, right? Then, it is logical that you ascend to the high position of the guardian of the whole realm. ”

This is indeed an approach. And it is certain that the second uncle, Brother Enleko, who is now serving as the governor of the Great Lakes Reclamation, will not mind being picked by his sister and "brother-in-law". However......

Lu Xi looked at Artoria with an almost longing smile, hesitated for a moment, and sighed faintly: "However, the premise is that I am willing to go back with you, right?" ”

Lu Xi almost instantly felt that the body temperature of the jade in her arms had dropped like this, and although she still maintained her smile, the obvious loss could not be concealed. If it weren't for the fact that the knight princess would never lose her pride and reserve, she might have cried by this time.

"I'm scumbag, I'm sorry, Artoria...... I'm really sorry. Although it sounds insincere to say such things in this situation, I really don't know what to say other than that. ”

"Why apologize? Is it because you can't go back with me? Or is it because you don't know who you're going to go back to? ”

This kind of question is really sharp, not only does Lu Xi be speechless, but it also does not fit Artoria's character at all. Lu Xi looked at the knight princess who showed a smiling expression, and the dull hair on the top of her head also drooped, and suddenly shuddered, always feeling that the other party might take out a knife and chop herself at any time.

What really happened in Thunder Bluff Fortress before? Why does my disciplined Artoria seem to have mastered the art of switching personalities at any time?

"Hehe~~~~ This is the first time Lu Xi has been at a loss in front of me. That's probably your biggest weakness, right? Artoria finally burst out laughing.

"No, this is my biggest morally black history, and I will never be able to hold my head up before you because of it...... However, if outsiders come to me for trouble because of this kind of lifestyle problem, they are looking for death. Lu Xi said with a hippie smile: "But this time it's really not the reason." In the Federation, I still have a lot of unresolved hands. A man does things, repays kindness with virtue and repays grievances directly, if there is no beginning and an end, sooner or later he will not be able to be a man. I'm serious! ”

"This is also a way, if Lu Xi can't be a man, at least he won't continue to provoke other girls. Do you need my help? ”

“……”

"Just kidding."

And yet I couldn't laugh at all! Goddess, heavens, universe, hurry up and give me back that well-behaved, cute, ignorant and natural Artoria! Obviously an awe-inspiring blue girl, why do I think she is so subtle now that she is suitable for wearing black?

"But, didn't Lu Xi even lose his military power? He lost his important position as commander of the legion, but was placed in an idle position. ”

"Leisure...... O Admiral of the Fleet! Is there a slight misunderstanding of this position? In the literal sense of the word, it's far from being idle, right? ”

"Only the remnants of the defeated fleet remain? How many ships are still moving? Can there be more generals than in the fleet? ”

“…… Wow, that's too much! And I don't know why, I always feel that this kind of thing is more hurtful for you to say. But doesn't that mean that the top is paying attention to me? Rebuilding a fleet is a big shortage, and it's also very meritorious. ”

"And then when the reconstruction is finished, you will be transferred away again? Will this be the case soon? It was clear that the Rose Legion that you had built up with one hand had just established a brilliant deed, but it was immediately transferred. This would be unconscionable. If it were a Norder, such an insult would never be tolerated! ”

"yes, if it were in normal times, I probably wouldn't. I will probably carry the World Tree Scepter to the Azure Palace and discuss poetry and life ideals with our veteran councilors. Lu Xi sneered, and then said: "However, since you want to solve these existing situations in my generation, you need to plan, hide and even play dead." This is the price that must be paid. ”

Artoria nodded noncommittally, seemingly absent-minded.

"I'm sorry, Lu Xi, my crush is a hero of the world, and it shouldn't belong to me alone. However, am I too selfish to have such extravagant hopes? ”

“…… Can this be called selfishness? If you continue to say that, I will really have to kill myself to repay your forgiveness. Lu Xi couldn't help but slap himself in front of Artoria: "I'm really a scumbag, well, all the seniors who opened the Crystal Palace are scum, thinking that I'm not the only one and I feel much luckier." In short, people like us are insatiable and forgetful, but we can finally like the new and not get tired of the old. And a scumbag like me must always have his own persistence and responsibility, otherwise he really can't be a man. ”

"Artoria, I love you, but we always have our own duties that we must fulfill before we can love men and women. We belong to each other first, but not just to each other, you know what I mean? ”

If it's Karin, at this time, there will be a sentence of "Ale, little Luxi, do you mean I can put a hat on you?" Well, is it looking for a two-meter-tall macho model, or a small animal with fine skin and tender meat? In this way, and then happily admired Lu Xi's thunderous but helpless appearance. And if it was Artoria, she just groaned, and then showed a bright smile, and the hair on the top of her head was curled again.

"Yes, I wish I belonged only to you, Lu Xi, but before being a woman, I was the king!"

“…… It's still Artoria like this that is the most pleasing to the eye! But is your handful of hair a personality switch in the future? ”

"There's no personality switching. I don't know what Lu Xi is always muttering about, inexplicable. Artoria patted Lu Xi lightly in disgust: "Then, just do as you say." The Virgian Empire will remain vigilant and have a standing army, ready to come to their aid. ”

"Also, don't stop changing equipment. Uncle Otto reorganized the 50,000 Central Army, you can pick 10,000 as the new army. I will also urge the North Industry Chamber of Commerce to expand production capacity and speed up the construction of suitable branch factories. ”

And then the rhythm is the rhythm of the most hateful so-called dog men and women talking about work in bed. However, when Lu Xi didn't notice, Artoria put her hand on her lower abdomen and stroked it gently.

"But no one has ever said that when you become a king, you will not be able to fulfill the vocation of a woman."

Did Artoria's dull hair grow up as she said this to herself? Anyway, this is also a main secret.