Artemis was not surprised by Swain's proposal, as Earl Hecate had witnessed the dispute between Viscount Jericho and Swain, and the father-son conflict of the Jericho family had continued into the third generation. Compared to Viscount Jericho, who held a public office in the Ministry of the Interior and was more familiar with the Jericho family's family friends, Swain was able to find far fewer friends in the father-son dispute. It can be seen from the fact that Viscount Jericho did such a rude thing in front of the Marquis of Metternich, and the old Marquis still chose to support Viscount Jericho, although Viscount Jericho is also very unlikable, but there are indeed many more supporters behind him than Swain.

Those old people who used to regard old Winston as close friends and befriended the Jericho family may treat Ernest and Swain equally when there is no internal struggle within the Jericho family, but when there is a conflict or even a confrontation between father and son, they all choose the more familiar and close Viscount Jericho.

So, Swain would look to the Hecate family for support at this time, and Artemis didn't find it strange at all. However, if the Hecate family accepted Swain's offer, they would inevitably put themselves in an awkward position. Commanding a department of the Ministry of the Interior as a family member is both their protective charm and their shackles, and at the Metternich family's gathering, Count Hecatet did not talk to anyone, because of the sensitive status of the Hecate family, it is not suitable to be too close to other families to avoid being questioned by the emperor.

Artemis believed that this was Swain's final condition, although it seemed that the Hecate family had nothing to do with Viscount Jericho, and there was nothing wrong with rushing into it, but after all, this was the Jericho family, not other families. After thinking about it for a long time, on the one hand, it was his younger brother, and on the other hand, it was the interests of the family, which really made it difficult for Artemis to choose.

Swain wasn't in a hurry, he waited for the outcome of Artmis's considerations. The wait was indeed long, during which the waiter brought the food ordered by Artmis one by one, and Swain used the meal directly, without the slightest intention of urging Atmis.

Although Artemis ordered a table of delicacies, she lost the appetite she had at the beginning. In comparison, Swain's appearance of eating with relish really seemed much more confident compared to Atmis's sad appearance.

sighed helplessly, Artemis was already dying of sorrow during this time, and now Swain's advantage was too great. In any case, Yang is in his hands, and Artemis must compromise with him. If it had been Count Hecate, a gentleman known for his emphasis on elegance and aristocratic demeanor, who was now negotiating with Swain, he might have given up Young for the sake of the Hecate family, although he had generously accepted the child fifteen years ago, and had been carefully taught, but when it came to family interests, the ruthlessness hidden under grace would be revealed.

"I can't promise you this. After thinking about it for a long time, Attmis finally refused Swain's request, "However, I can support and help you in my personal capacity." Yang is my brother, and I will pay you enough ransom to redeem him. ”

Ultimately, Artemis was reluctant to make the decision to involve the Hecates in the maelstrom of the Jericho family, but she couldn't leave her brother alone, so she made the offer, though she wasn't sure if Swain would be satisfied.

"The affection between the siblings is truly admirable," Artemis could not see the admiration on his face at all when Swain said this, "can I understand that you can accept my request and the Earl of Hecatet will not?"

"It's your business how you interpret it, it's the best I can do. ”

"Well, then you can come to my house and bring Mr. Dares back later. ”

Artemis couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, no matter what, it would be nice to be able to bring Yang back. But Artemis didn't have to rest for long, and Swain immediately made another request that gave her a headache.

"However, it will probably be very hard for you to take Brother Ling back alone, after all, Brother Ling still has injuries on his body. If you don't mind, please let me send my brother back to the house together. ”

Attmis wanted to say that, but she knew that the so-called "don't mind" was actually "can't mind." This condition should be Swain's counteroffer, and it is clear that Swain was not fully satisfied with Atmis's proposal just now. If the Hecates were just ordinary nobles, even if they were from a prestigious family like Metternich, then it would be fine to let Swain go with them. However, the Govelenburg of the Hecate family was also the residence of the Thirteenth Class, and the last time Franz went to Govélenburg to speak to Artemis at the entrance of the hall, it was also in consideration of the secrecy of this place. And Sven's request is obviously to go to the mysterious Thirteen Lessons to find out.

Artemis was intending to refuse, but it soon occurred to her that if Swain reached Govellenburg, with the help of Count Heckat and Manfred, the situation might be reversed.

"Well, thank you very much for your kindness, Your Excellency. ”

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When Artemis arrived at the Jericho Mansion in Swain's carriage, she could clearly feel that the mansion had changed from the last time. The aura of magic is even stronger, and even the mansion has an unsettling and eerie atmosphere. Atmiss glanced quietly at Swain, and the smell of the mansion was similar to that of the earl, gloomy and terrible, like a dead crow chirping from a dead tree.

Swain took Miss Hecate to the room where Yang was held, because the fever had not been effectively treated, Yang had been in a daze, sleeping most of the time, and even when he woke up, he was tormented by pain and sickness.

Seeing his brother's appearance, Artemis couldn't help but feel a sense of anger in his heart. First Count Heckat, and now Young, obviously caused so much harm to the people of the Hecate family, but Swain shamelessly asked for their help, this Jericho is not even as good as his father, although Viscount Jericho is not likable, but at least he will not do such a shameless thing.

"Yang, wake up, it's me, I'll take you back. ”

Awakened by Artmis, Yang opened his eyes, but his sister who met in a blurred vision did not make him happy, his operation this time can be said to be a complete failure, not only failed to kill Swain, but also became a prisoner, the Hecate family and the Thirteenth Lesson will probably be held hostage by this hateful Jericho for a long time.

The weakness of her brother made Artemis even more anxious, and she pressed her warm hand to Yang's forehead, and a hot touch came from the back of her hand.

"He's still feverish, Lord Count, is that how you treated him! Even though he is your captive, he is a nobleman, and you ought to at least give him adequate treatment, and you left him to fend for himself in a hospital bed?"

Completely enraged by her brother's miserable appearance, Artemis finally vented her anger on Swain, and while she hurriedly cast healing magic on Yang to make him feel better, she glared at Sven viciously, eager to go up and slap him immediately.

"If this were the last era, he wouldn't even have a room or a bed like this, only cold, damp dungeons and cruel jailers would keep him company. Atmis's accusations didn't hit Swain at all, and the ruthless face didn't bother to make any changes.

Artemis clenched her fists, she wanted to go up and punch that face. However, reason finally suppressed this impulse, although Swain never said it directly, but Artemis knew very well that Young's crime of attacking Swain would not only cost him his life or even his life, but also give the Hecate family a major blow, and even lose the command power of the thirteenth class.

"Please arrange for a carriage to take us back, what my brother needs most now is treatment and rest. I will honor your request. ”

Atmis, who is not good at acting on the spot, will not give Swain any good face at this time. She grimaced and said stiffly, not caring at all that it was a request to Sven.

And Sven doesn't have to be angry with the heir of the Hecate family in such a trivial matter, the other party's mood is completely understandable. He quickly instructed the coachman who had just rested to prepare the wagon.

The coachman was full of doubts when he saw the old man and the young lady he did not know, who he had just brought back, and helped out a young man whom he was sure he had never brought back. He had no idea when the sickly-looking young man had come to the mansion. But he just honestly bowed his head in front of several nobles, and didn't dare to take a second look. Because he was recruited by the housekeeper, he knew very well that the housekeeper who had given him this job was now completely gone, and as for Swain's claim of "quitting and going home to retire" or something, he didn't believe it at all. However, no matter what speculation he had in his mind, he did not dare to say it, and instead became even more afraid of Swain.

Yang was caressed by Artmis, and got into the carriage with difficulty, Swain just watched from the sidelines, and the coachman did not even dare to raise his head. After finally getting the sick and wounded into the carriage, Artemis told the coachman the address of an inn on Innis River Street.

Of course, the coachman did not dare to ask more, and Swain had no interest in asking, so he let Artemis direct the coachman.

Along the way, Artemis carefully hugged his brother, for fear that he would be hurt by the bumps in the carriage. As for Swain, she lacked even the interest to take a look.

When the carriage arrived at its destination, a small and old inn, Swain asked the coachman to drive the carriage back, and he was not needed for the rest.

Artemis only gave the innkeeper a word, and the innkeeper led them to a small, inconspicuous room in the corner of the second floor. Swain followed the siblings into the room, which was small and old, with the only window not only opening north, but also close enough to the next building, from which he could reach the opposite wall.

The innkeeper didn't follow up, and didn't even mention the money for the room. He slammed the door shut, and then there was a smaller and smaller sound of footsteps in the hallway outside.

"This is a site in the Imperial Capital of Lesson Thirteen," Artemis said as he lay Yang on the bed and turned his back to Swain, "You should know how to keep it a secret." ”

"Of course. "Swain needs the help of Lesson Thirteen now, not against them.

Meanwhile, underground in Govellenburg, Manfred continued his experiments. He wore white gloves, a mask on his face, and a white lab coat, like the most professional surgeon, but he did not do so when he operated on Count Hecate.

"Ah——, I see, is this the mystery hidden in the blood of man? wonderful, wonderful! Humans are truly amazing creatures, otherworldly!"

Just as he danced for joy at his discovery, Atmis' call came. The excited expression just now disappeared suddenly, and Manfred's face quickly sank.

"Really, why do you always interrupt me when it counts. Ho-damn it. ”

Manfred cursed as he took his head off. The gloves and mask were casually thrown on the operating table, and the white coat was simply thrown on the ground, and he quickly returned to his usual dress and pushed open the iron door and went out.

Artemis didn't wait long for the door to the room to open. Instead of the old and narrow hallways of the inn, however, the door has become a corridor of Gouverenburg with lavish carpets and ornate wallpaper.

"Do you have any orders, Miss?" Manfred was clean and clean, with no traces of the laboratory on his body, and his attitude was as kind and respectful as ever. However, he immediately saw Swain present, and a look of surprise couldn't help but appear on that special-looking face.

"See you again, Lord Jericho. ”

Swain nodded blandly at Manfred's greeting, and did not speak.

"Manfred, you look at Yang first, he still has a fever. ”

Hearing Artmis's words, Manfred also looked at Young, who was lying on the bed. The scars on Young's face and his frail appearance made Manfred frown, of course, he was not like Artmis, and it was not out of concern.

"This is not the place to talk. Manfred picked up Young, his figure picking up a fifteen-year-old boy the same way he picked up a baby, "Let's go back to Govélenburg first." Do you want to go with you, Lord Count?"

"Of course, I haven't apologized to Count Hecate for the events of that day, and today is a rare opportunity, so I naturally have to apologize to him personally. ”

Of course, Manfred wouldn't take that seriously, and Swain's face wasn't apologetic. He glanced at Artmis, and after receiving a nod from Miss Hecate, he opened the door to the room again.

"Then please, Lord Count. ”

Swain followed Manfred, and after only one step, he reached Govélenburg, fifty kilometers away from Dweed. Artemis finally left the room, her face still unpleasant, and she slammed the door shut.

"Welcome to Glamorgan, Lord Earl. ”

After putting Yang down, Manfred bowed to Swain, and a professional smile appeared on his face, but such a smile appeared on Manfred's face, which was really only counterproductive.

"If you want to see my father, come with me. Manfred, you take care of Young. Artemis said in a cold tone, and only when he looked at his brother did he have a distressed glint in his eyes.

Manfred nodded, picked up Yang and walked towards Master Dareth's room.

"Please go this way. Artemis led the way for Swain, but she gritted her teeth at the word "please."

Earl Hecate's room was on the second floor, and although he had been recuperating for some time, the Count could not get out of bed. But at least when Swain saw him, the count, who had been wounded by him, had a decent look on his face.

"This is our first formal meeting, Mr. Jerichault. ”

Although Count Hecate was surprised when his daughter appeared with Swain, these surprises did not appear on his face at all, and he greeted him with a smile like a hospitable host.

"I'm very sorry for what happened before, and I ask for your forgiveness. ”

Although Swain was apologizing to Count Hecate, his words and expressions lacked sincerity. However, the Earl of Hecate already knew a lot about this distinctive Jericho, and besides, he himself was also known for his elegant gentlemanly demeanor, and did not care about these things.

The Earl invited Swain to sit down, and Artemis explained to the Earl the cause and effect of Swain's visit, and did not hide anything at all, especially the disgust and anger at Swain in her tone.

Listening to Artmis's narration, Count Hecate's brows gradually furrowed. For him, this is by no means good news, Yang went to attack others but was caught, and was beaten to death, and the most terrible thing is that Swain also took this opportunity to knock the Hecate family and the thirteen lessons hard.

Yang's injury has led to one less manpower that is already lacking in the thirteen textbooks, not to mention that the current situation is so chaotic, if something happens, then it can only let Artmis, who is half-witted in magic, go out. Of course, after all, there is Manfred, this question is still a trivial matter, and the most troublesome thing for Earl Hecate is Swain's request.

"I also have several relationships with Viscount Jericho, and if I can, I'm more than willing to help mediate. But now that I'm really in good health, and the Empire is in trouble, do you think it's better to postpone this matter?"

Although Artemis made a promise that she would help Swain in her personal capacity, how could she have a purely personal identity with her status as the heir of the Thirteenth Lesson and the Hecate family. Of course, Count Hecate didn't want to wade into this troubled water, but his daughter had already promised others, and he couldn't regret it if he wanted to, so he could only find a way to delay.

"If you're worried about damaging your relationship with Viscount Ernest, don't worry at all. I have no intention of pitting you against him. "Count Hecate's trick will not cause any change in Swain's face at all, "I want to ask you to do Viscount Ernest a favor." ”

"Help?" Count Hecate couldn't help but wonder what the young Jericho had in mind.

"That's right, help. I would like to ask you to seconded the proposal for Viscount Jericho to lead the army to reclaim Midnight Castle. ”