Duke felt a little strange when he saw the subtle expression on the mage's face, the old mage seemed to know himself.

However, this question was immediately put aside by Duke, who bowed to Leonard and said, "Your Excellency Cardinal, your most faithful believer, Duke is here. ”

After saying this, Duke also offered a flattering smile, if he could look in the mirror at this time, Duke would probably be vomited by himself. Because Duke knows very well what can be pretended to be and who can be provoked. And this Leonard in front of him is the real boss of the French Empire, and he must not let him see any disrespect for the Holy See.

Sure enough, Duke's appearance as a slave made Leonard's face also appear with a satisfied smile, this kid is still acquainted.

It's just that the old mage sitting next to Leonard has a more subtle expression on his face, and there is a strange feeling that can't be explained. Duke was naturally aware of this, could it be that this old mage had a special hobby, otherwise why did he always look at himself with such strange and subtle eyes.

Just when Duke was extremely confused, Leonard said at this time: "Now it's private, Duke, you don't have to be so polite." ”

After finishing speaking, he pointed to the old magician beside him and said, "Let me introduce you, this is Dumbledore, the royal chief magician of the French Empire. ”

After listening to Leonard's introduction, Duke was also extremely shocked in his heart, and he finally understood why this old magician always looked at him with a subtle expression, because this Dumbledore in front of him was the president of the Dark Witch Society, and the biggest enemy of the Cult of Light in human society!

It's just that who would have thought that in such a big place of death, the two of them were sitting and chatting with the cardinal of the Holy See. Sure enough, the most dangerous place is the safest place, and ordinary people really can't imagine that Dumbledore has such an identity.

And judging from Dumbledore's subtle actions, he already knew his identity and position, and it is estimated that he did not expect to meet at such a time.

"Hello, Honorable Royal Archmagist. ”

In the face of Duke's greeting, Dumbledore only nodded, because his status as the royal chief archmage had far surpassed Duke, the viscount. And according to Gandalf's previous description, Dumbledore should belong to the level of that high-level archmage, and he is a well-known top mage on the mainland, so naturally he doesn't need to be polite to Duke.

"Viscount Duke, I didn't expect to see you here, but I've heard of your name. ”

After Dumbledore said this, a playful smile appeared on his face. Seeing Dumbledore like this, Duke began to feel anxious in his heart, what did this old man mean by it, was it to remind himself that he already knew everything?

Seeing Duke's dazed look, Leonard on the side also smiled and said, "Duke, you don't have to be too surprised, Your Excellency Dumbledore is the headmaster of the Martial Arts Academy, and what you did today is a sensation in the imperial capital." ”

Damn, it turns out that Dumbledore is still the headmaster of the martial arts academy, and he already knew that there was such a relationship, so what else did he resist, as long as he changed the teacher. And there are people in the court who are easy to do, and with Dumbledore as a backer, he still graduated casually and walked sideways.

Even if Duke doesn't have any interest in any martial arts, it's good to be able to go in and gild. After all, in this world, the nobles who have not entered the martial arts academy are almost illiterate in the eyes of the public.

"Everyone has their own ambitions, and I guess Viscount Duke has his reasons. Dumbledore just replied lightly, then stood up and said, "Lord Leonard, Viscount Duke is probably visiting late at night because there is something important, so I won't bother here." ”

Leonard naturally knew what was going on with Duke coming, and the news of the Battle of Fort Storm was tightly sealed in the first place, so he didn't want too many people to know. So he also got up and said, "I'm sorry this time, I'll have a banquet for Your Excellency next time." ”

After some politeness, Dumbledore left the banquet hall, but he winked at Duke as he turned around, and he glanced at Duke with a slight meaning, which made Duke feel a little baffled.

With Dumbledore gone, Duke got down to business: "Cardinal, this year's double tithes in Stormcastle plus the Teutonic Knights' indemnity have been sent to the Cathedral's Tax Department. ”

After saying this, Duke lowered his voice and said: "And this year's Mass money, I have also been sent to the backyard of the mansion, because Cardinal, you saved the Storm Castle from all the believers from suffering from unjustified disasters, and the believers of the Storm Castle are very grateful to you and the Holy See, so this year's Mass money has also doubled." ”

When Duke said this, Leonard's face changed from initial satisfaction to a full smile. He didn't expect that the young boy in front of him would be so sensible, whether it was doing things or speaking, it was very much in line with Leonard's heart.

"Duke, worthy of being Otto's son, you have done this beautifully, and you have also let me see the piety of Stormcastle, I am satisfied. ”

"It is my greatest pleasure to satisfy you, Cardinal. Of course, there is also the credit of Master Carsmail. ”

Duke slapped his ass again, anyway, when he came here today, Duke was going to throw his face on the ground, how to make Leonard cool. The money has been spent so much, and the face is only a few gold coins?

By the way, Duke also brought Carsmai with him, after all, half of the money was taken by Cass. And when leaving Storm Castle, Castle told him that Duke must say a few kind words in front of Leonard, inquire about the promotion of the bishop of Ayutthaya, and see that Castle has done so much for Storm Castle, Duke has no intention of crossing the river and demolishing the bridge.

"Very well, I can see that you are doing a good job as a lord, and that Kasmai is also very qualified in his missionary work. Tell Kasmai that next year I will nominate him to the Bishop of Ayutthaya. ”

After saying this, Leonard put his hand on Duke's shoulder and said, "You can do a good job with this lord, if you have the opportunity, I will suggest to the emperor that you be transferred out of Storm Castle and find another good fief, so that you don't have to worry about the attack of the ice demon anymore." ”

Originally, Duke was quite happy when he heard that he was going to recommend Castle, after all, Castle was his own person, and the higher his position in the Holy See, the stronger his protection for Storm Castle. At least an archbishop like Ole wouldn't dare to come and ask for trouble.

But I didn't expect that Leonard was actually "kind" and planned to get himself away. It's not the place where Stormcastle was to die, it's a big piece of fat, and Leonard is a cheat!17010