"Thank you very much for having me, Lord Viscount. It was also a pleasure to visit Windsor Castle. ”

Facing the smiling Viscount Salk, Moriarty bowed with a bright smile before hugging the Viscount.

"Oh, see? Lord Viscount took that boy so seriously. ”

"It's natural, as a representative of the Ensberg family, this teenager is almost the most important guest at today's dinner. Of course, as long as Viscount McRiren did not come to Windsor Castle on a whim to reconcile with the adults. ”

"How is that possible? Even if the Queen had ordered it herself, I am afraid that it would not have been possible for our two viscounts to sit at the same table for dinner. I also saw the messenger of Viscount Merriren hastily departing after bringing a gift. ”

"Hehe, it's a pity that this young man's reputation doesn't seem to be commensurate with his background."

"Alas, a little boy who loves his mother is just too affectionate. I say Charlie, who hasn't experienced such absurdity as a child? Hee-hee. ”

When Moriarty had a "cordial meeting" with Viscount Salk, the other Lords, Knights, and Ladies in the hall whispered about the boy in front of them. However, it is clear that the current aristocratic circle still does not have a high opinion of Moriarty.

"Lewis, please bring us our gifts." After the greetings, Moriarty took a step back and said to Hamilton.

"Yes, sir." Holding his helmet in one hand, Hamilton turned and gestured to the back.

"Haha, kid, let me see what good things you've brought me."

The Viscount laughed heartily and nodded to Hamilton. As a seventh-level knight, despite the far difference in titles, Hamilton was still able to get the attention of Viscount Salk, who was also a knight.

"Boom... Boom... Boom..."

The first to be carried into the hall was the heavy knight's armor that shimmered with silver.

"Hah! Standwell Morning Star Armor, this is a rare good thing. ”

Obviously, the viscount was a knowledgeable expert, and he recognized the origin of the armor at a glance. I saw it take a few steps to the armor, carefully examine it for a long time, and then reach out and gently caress the cold, hard surface of the armor, and finally stop his fingers on the star-shaped bulge that seems to be a sign in the center of the huge breastplate.

"Looks like your father has a good relationship with Duke Steve." At this time, the old man suddenly turned around, glanced at Moriarty, and said, "The Morning Star Knight Armor is the standard equipment of the 'Griffin Knights', except for the royal knights, I have rarely heard of the outflow. ”

"Hehe, my father and the Duke are just some ordinary business dealings." Moriarty smiled, not missing a beat.

"Haha, yes, yes." As he spoke, the viscount also smiled, not knowing whether he was praising the Morning Star Armor or praising Moriarty.

"Here, present a second gift." Moriarty nodded to Hamilton and added.

Immediately, a two-meter-tall portrait covered in black flannel was carefully held in by two servants.

"Lord Viscount, please!" Moriarty bowed slightly and said.

"Okay."

Viscount Salk nodded, stepped forward, reached out and grabbed the edge of the velvet, and pulled it down.

"Oh!"

In an instant, an uncontrollable low cry sounded in the golden hall of the Viscount's Mansion.

"It's a portrait of the Griffon King!"

Viscount Salk didn't expect that hidden behind the curtain would be such a beautiful, tall griffin. A full-length portrait of Hart.

In the painting, the king of Erathia is dressed in golden armor and holds a long sword, standing at the top of the mountain. Behind him, a mighty and vigorous crowned griffin soared fiercely in the sky against a round of rising sun. …,

At the feet of the king, the dragon and the devil fell mercilessly in a pool of blood. And the fluttering battle flag, accompanied by a rain of spears and swords, guarded the griffon king tightly.

"Ah, what a portrait of a king."

"A masterpiece of equal height, a rare boutique!"

"Oh my God, you see, the signature on the painting is Ken. Master Bell's. ”

"It's the Ensberg family, a real big deal!"

For a while, the other guests in the hall were impressed by this portrait, and they let out a sigh of admiration one by one. Obviously, the portrait of the "Griffon's Heart" shocked and amazed the other nobles present even more than the previous Standwell Morning Star Armor.

"Someone." The Viscount suddenly shouted.

"Yes, sir!" The butler of the Salk family immediately bowed in response.

"Hang this picture up right now, and hang it in this hall! So I can see it every day! Undisguised his affection, the viscount commanded aloud.

"Yes!" Immediately, under the command of the butler, the servants got busy, carefully lifting, carrying, and then hoisting it in the most conspicuous position in the hall.

"Dear Moriarty, well, allow me to address you like that, child." Seeing the portrait hanging peacefully on the high wall of the hall, Viscount Salk admired it for a moment of contentment, and then turned to Moriarty.

"Of course, Lord Viscount." Moriarty replied with a smile.

"Thank you very much for these two gifts from you and your father. They are so luxurious and wonderful that they could be treasures that can be passed down from generation to generation in a family. Now, in return and in return, I will grant you a request. Say, my child, what do you want? Any request is fine. The Viscount looked into Moriarty's eyes and said suddenly.

"Do you hear that? The Viscount claimed to grant any of the boy's wishes. ”

"Oh my God, how could such a good thing not be on my head. You know, that's Viscount Salk's promise. With just one sentence, you can even ask for a 'lord' title and two or three estates. ”

"Fool, that boy is the heir to the Ensberg family himself, who cares about a lord title. If I were him, I would definitely take the opportunity to propose to Miss Matiel. If you can marry this pearl of Salk, it is the greatest happiness in life. ”

"You guys be quiet, listen and see what that boy wants..."

In the midst of the buzzing sound one after another, the Viscount looked straight at Moriarty, watching every change in his eyes, every slight trembling.

Unfortunately, about half a minute passed, and Moriarty's expression did not change in the slightest. He just smiled gently, his eyes lowered slightly, as if he were really a slightly shy big boy.

"Have you thought about it, kid?" At this time, the viscount asked again, and his tone was slightly strict.

"Dear Viscount, these two small gifts can be loved by you, in fact, it is already the best encouragement and reward for me." Slowly but unusually clear in meeting the old man's gaze, Moriarty said, "Moreover, this gift is really nothing for the friendship between the Ensberg family and the Salk family, and I have no reason to ask for anything more from you." ”

"Hehe, kid, you're a good talker. I have always regarded the Ensberg family as Salk's most precious partner and strongest ally. The viscount remained silent, took a step forward, and a sense of oppression from the mid-level top warriors immediately surged towards Moriarty: "However, the decision I made will not be changed lightly. Say, what do you want? Garcia Vineyards? Ten rodis and mares? A trade route to Krulrod? Or even this Windsor Castle? ”…,

"Oh my God, is the Viscount crazy? What did he mention, these are the supreme treasures of the Salk family! ”

For a moment, the entire hall was silent. Everyone, including the guests and the servants of the Salk family, looked at the viscount in a daze, wondering what was going on.

At the same time, the Hamilton knight snorted coldly, and a strong knight's aura immediately burst from his body. Obviously, the Viscount's act of bullying the small has touched the bottom line of being the captain of the Ensberg family guard.

However, with a wave of his hand, Moriarty stopped his knight's movements. Then, still smiling, and greeting the Viscount's fierce aura, Moriarty replied word for word: "Then, Lord Viscount, if you must give me this honor and reward, what I hope to receive is: a barrel of Garcia wine of 'four eighty-three' year." Although the good wines of this vintage seem to have long been extinct in the market. But I guess as the owner of Garcia's vineyards, Lord Viscount, you must still have stock. ”

"Vintages of 'Four-Eighty-Three'? Ha ha... Ha ha! Hearing Moriarty's answer, Viscount Salk seemed a little stunned, and then the old man blushed and couldn't stop laughing out loud.

This laugh was almost a minute of laughter. While the nobles and servants around them breathed a sigh of relief, they all looked at the young man and the viscount in the center of the hall with strange faces.

"Well, as you guessed, I do still have a barrel of 'blood dew' in my cellar, and now, it's yours!" After finally holding back his laughter, the viscount nodded and looked at Moriarty.

"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generosity." Moriarty exhaled slowly and bowed.

"Unexpectedly, this teenager is not as naïve as rumored." At this time, among the surrounding crowd, many elderly nobles began to slowly change their views on Moriarty.

"Do you see anything? Although the boy was worthy of praise for giving up such a great opportunity because of aristocratic etiquette. But doesn't that also show that he is too rigid and inflexible? Immediately, others questioned.

"Hmph, what do you young people know? Is it that easy to get the Salk family's stuff? Don't be afraid to burn your hands! ”

"So, does this boy have some scheming, or is it just pure luck?"

"Maybe..."

For a moment, all the talk in the hall was once again focused on Moriarty.

However, Moriarty, who was firmly "held" by the viscount and said this and that, could not hear this. In fact, even if he hears it, he will only assume that he has not heard it.

At this moment, suddenly a side door in the hall was gently opened. Occasionally, a group of young noble children walked in one after another. And in the midst of the crowd is a blonde girl with green eyes like a lake.

"Father, is there anything interesting going on here? I heard your laughter when I was in the flower room just now. ”

Seeing the girl walking towards her, everyone in the hall retreated to make a passage.

Soon, the smiling girl came to Moriarty and the Viscount

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