003: Persuasion
Kyrridan, the pure land of Calradia, the pearl of Svadia. Under the enlightened policy of the previous lord Rum Falst, the www.biquge.info became the commercial center of the whole of Swadia in a short period of time as a transportation hub connecting Svadia, Nord and Vegea.
This has brought Kyredan untold wealth, but it has also made it fat in the mouths of thieves, robbers, and robbers. Especially when they heard that the new lord was a young lady, they coveted it even more.
Countless robbers have come to this land with dreams of becoming rich overnight, and in a short time, Kyrridan has become one of the most troubled areas in Swadia. The situation became even more aggravated after Nord and Virgian became tense.
What no one expected was that Countess Eveluna Falst was not a weak person, but on the contrary, a strong ruler with an iron and bloody style. And the Knights of Eveluna, which she single-handedly established, was once considered a joke and the Knights of the Vase also showed extraordinary combat effectiveness.
In just two months, Eve did not rely on the power of any vassals, relying only on her own temporarily recruited soldiers and a few knights, she wiped out most of the robbers in Kerrydan. They were not beheaded or hanged from trees, as is customary. Instead, it gave all the captured robbers a choice.
“...... For two months, I've dealt with a lot of people like you, most of whom are vulnerable, and you are not quite like them. In the halls of Kyrrydan, Eve sat on a high throne and spoke condescendingly to the leaders of the newly captured robbers. "You only attack large caravans, especially those that employ large numbers of mercenaries, and each time you succeed in plundering them at very little cost. ”
The leader just bowed his head, as if he hadn't heard Eve's words. Eve didn't care, just continued to herself. "We've been trying to find your hiding place for a whole month, but to no avail, and your ability to hide is amazing. I've been thinking that someone as capable as you is definitely not just an ordinary robber. ”
Only then did the leader raise his head, unyielding and disdainful written on his face. "Dear lady, you look down on me too much, I am just a prisoner, life and death are in your hands. ”
Eve smiled lightly, then said, "Please don't be too modest, Aureus Thorder. You have done great things for Taran Santa, and there is no doubt about your ability. ”
Dent wasn't much surprised to hear Eve reveal her history. "Oh, please stop humiliating me, I'm a loser, want to cut off my head or give me to that old bastard whatever you want, I don't want to listen to your nonsense anymore. ”
Eve's face did not change, she clapped her hands, and two soldiers came up to him, untied him, brought a military uniform and a sword, and handed it to Dante. “...... What do you mean? I'm a deserter. Seeing this, Dante asked incredulously.
"I know. Eve said righteously. "If you are willing to serve me, I will wash away your past sins and provide you with refuge. Of course, if you refuse, I will hang you on the execution table in accordance with the Code. ”
Dante looked straight into Eve's eyes, convinced that he didn't see a hint of falsehood, and then asked, "Why me?"
"For you are a noble man, Aureus Thord, and I know the truth. Eve said. "I know that everything you do is for a noble reason, so I'm willing to help you, as long as you're willing to help me. ”
"......" Dante was silent and did not answer Eve immediately, while Eve waited patiently for his reply.
Finally, Dante, who didn't know how long he had been struggling with his thoughts, took over the clothes and sword in front of him. and knelt before Eve again. "My lord, I, Dante Sood, am willing to sacrifice my loyalty and my life for you. ”
"Oh, light, can't you be gentle?" Francis howled in pain at one of Kyr'Rydan's infirmaries. "If you move again, this arm will be completely useless. "The man who was treating him was an old man with black hair and black eyes, dressed in a very similar style to Mr. Sanmer, and probably also a southerner. "Bite this and you're good to go. He handed Francis a thick stick. Then he used the wooden stick in his hand to hang down the bow and arrow that was inserted in Francis's shoulder little by little, and then pulled it out from the other side, regardless of Francis, who was already fainting, and applied the wound medicine that had been prepared long ago.
"Okay, it's no big deal, I've put on my hemostatic powder, and I'll be fine after a few weeks of rest. The old man said, "Who's next?" In the medical hall, there were still dozens of people waiting to be treated, and when they heard this, they rushed up.
"You two, don't help the old gentleman maintain order. Sammer, who was also waiting for treatment, said to his two guards.
Looking at the guards who were ordered to come forward to help, Sammo was a little distracted, and he was still thinking about the scene of being rescued.
The afterglow of the setting sun shone on Sammer's face, and he wasn't too hurt, but he insisted on being the last one to be treated. After walking out of the medical hall, Sammo was a little confused, he came this time to discuss something important with Francis, but now Francis needs to recuperate due to injury, and he seems to have nothing to do.
"Ansheng, you've been here a lot, I don't know what is interesting here?" he asked, calling an attendant.
"Young master, if you want to have a fun, Antai is more familiar, the villain should take care of the bag first, since Mr. Flange is temporarily cut off here, the goods must also be kept. The man named Ansheng replied.
Sammer nodded, agreeing to his offer. "Okay, you can take care of it. Antai, take me for a walk here, seeing that this place is so prosperous, it will definitely not disappoint me. ”
"Looks like you've accepted it, but it saves a lot of effort. Arthur said a little unceremoniously, and he was facing Aureus, who had just been submitted by Eve. "I'm Arthur, welcome to the 'Affliction Team', you have to ask why? Arthur held out his hand, and Aureus took his hand. "By the way, I devised the plan to hunt you down. ”
Arthur led Aureus through the Lord's Mansion to the underground prison. "What, you're afraid I'll lock you up again?" asked Arthur, looking at Aureus's hesitation.
"It's just a little nostalgic for the taste here. Aureus chuckled in response, and moved on. "But it would be nice if you could prepare me mentally. ”
"Really, that's great, because I don't want to spoil the surprise. Arthur responded. "But I think you'll love this errand because it's one of the best jobs you're doing. ”
They went deeper and farther. Finally, Arthur stopped in front of the door on the third or fourth floor, which he didn't know if it was. "It looks like we've reached our destination. Arthur breathed a sigh of relief, then said.
"This is where all the robbers we have captured are held, including your men. Arthur turned to Aureus. "There are more than 200 of them, and now they are all yours. ”
“...... What do you mean?" asked Aureus.
"I thought you'd figure it out. Arthur said. "From now on, you are promoted to commander, and your soldiers are these people, no matter what means you use, Eve needs you to turn them into real soldiers, and within three months. Arthur chuckled. "It's an easy thing for you, isn't it?"
"......," Aureus said softly, looking at Arthur. "Trust me, it won't take more than three months. ”
Arthur shrugged. "Good luck then. Then he passed past Aureus, leaving him alone.
"By the way, by the way. Before leaving, Arthur said again, as if he remembered something. "If you dare to betray Eve, I swear I'll shoot you in the throat. ”
"I'll keep it in mind. Aureus said. Arthur was satisfied and departed. "Interesting people. Aureus sighed. After Arthur left, he pushed the door open and went into the dungeon. He bypassed everyone and searched for his men. "Hey, Chief, we're here!" it didn't take him long, he quickly found them.
"Why are you dressed like this?" asked his men. "We're soldiers again. Aureus briefly explained the situation to them, and his men were a little excited, after all, they were soldiers in the first place, and they didn't want to be left behind.
"Don't get excited, I can't let you out for the time being, I have a task for you. Aureus struck them first, then said. "You stay here for a few days to get acquainted with the rest of the people here. Write down which people are reliable, get it?"
"See, sir, what are you going to do these days?" asked his subordinate. “...... I'm going to go back and see if this lady can be trusted. Aureus said in a low voice.
His men were very clever, and when they heard him say this, it became clear at once that they had a secret hidden in them, and that Aureus was suggesting that he should not leak his mouth. "Don't worry, I'll be careful. ”
Seeing that his subordinates understood what he meant, Aureus left with peace of mind. And Aureus didn't notice, someone had been quietly following him. After he left the dungeon, the man also dived into the shadows and walked in the direction of the Lord's Mansion.
"What should I do, my young lady, do you want me to send someone to arrest him for questioning?" Orlando sat in front of Eve in the lord's mansion, plucking his strings.
“...... What do you think?" asked Eve. "If you trust him, you can wait for him to take the initiative to confess, and for now, it is better to act in secret. Orlando suggested.
"Then do it, you keep an eye on him. Eve said. After Orlando received the order, he bowed gracefully and withdrew.
“...... Wait, go get Mr. Marr. Eve said again. "Oh, I guess you're going to say that, so I've called him, and lo and behold, he's arrived. ”