Corinna's private villa is located in the corner of the eastern district of Ugru, an aristocratic quarter, although the location is relatively remote, but both the surrounding environment and security are incomparable to the civilian and commercial areas.

The three-storey white building is surrounded by lawns and gardens, and the iron fence with the family crest separates the trees from the road, creating a small space for reading, and the street lamps sprinkle orange lights on the clean and tidy streets.

This villa was one of the family properties that Corinna had returned to her after returning to Uglu, and he moved here temporarily at Corinna's insistence due to Leon's two assassinations.

Very few Assassins dared to enter the aristocratic quarters to carry out assassination plots, not only because the nobles were heavily defended, but more importantly, such an act would definitely violate the bottom line and cause a strong reaction from all the nobles.

So when Leon was about to rest, he couldn't help but be slightly stunned when he heard the movement from downstairs - could it be that the assassins in the royal capital were really unscrupulous to this extent?

However, the servant's report made him understand that it was not the case, and that there was a guest who had come to visit.

Of course, this guest's identity is very unusual, even if he suddenly comes to the door in the middle of the night, the servants and guards who take care of the villa will never dare to be the slightest dissatisfied.

"Hello, Lord Buckley!"

This uninvited guest is one of the top figures in the kingdom of Beamon, the patriarch of the Great Rhine, and Corinna's uncle.

Buckley Rhine is known for his bravery, once served as the commander of the Royal Guards, although he did not sit in this position for long because of the involvement of Queen Sophia, but the popularity accumulated in the Great Rhine family and the royal team for decades has never fallen.

There is no doubt that after the death of Corinna's closest relative, Barkley was arguably her closest blood elder, and she was able to return to Uglo to regain the title of princess, and Barkley contributed a lot.

And it is certainly no coincidence that this big man chose to visit Corinna shortly after she left.

The duke, dressed in civilian clothes and accompanied only by two knights, sat on the sofa in the living room, staring at Leon's lion eyes with a strong sense of scrutiny.

"Viscount Leon, sit down, I came here because I want to tell you something..."The Duke said lightly, with the air of a superior in his words.

"Please also make it clear to the Duke—" said Leon without being arrogant or humble, and sat down opposite him.

Barkley frowned, pondered for a moment and said, "Viscount Leon, I know that Corinna and you have been very close recently, and I can see that she likes you very much, but..."

He stared at Leon, his gaze sharp as a knife: "The gap between you is too big, it is impossible to be together!"

Leon sneered in his heart.

If he was just an ordinary little nobleman, under the coercion of this grand duke, I am afraid that he would only have to endure humiliation and bow his head.

It's just that Barkley wants to scare him like this, and that's underestimating himself.

"What do you mean, Lord Duke?" Leon asked with a slight smile, "Do you want me to leave Corinna, and it is better that I never appear in Ugru in the future, and in return, you will throw a few bones for me to gnaw?"

With a faint smile on his face, his eyes were against the other party without showing weakness, and his tone was sincere but with indescribable sarcasm, this was Leon's response.

The two knights standing behind the Duke changed color, and two powerful auras locked onto Leon at the same time.

Lei Ang straightened his waist, his tiger eyes flashed, and his momentum suddenly soared like a tiger awakened from a deep sleep!

Maybe Barkley is powerful, maybe the two knights behind him are extremely powerful, but if you want to make Leon bow his head because of this, there is absolutely no possibility!

"Viscount Leon..."

There was a hint of appreciation in Duke Barkley's lion eyes.

If you put aside the factor of Corinna, he still has a good impression of Leon, after all, Leon's status today is all based on his own strength, which is far from being comparable to those ordinary gentlemen.

But the more this happens, the more he has to stop the relationship between Corinna and Leon.

"I appreciate your courage, but courage alone is not enough, I have prepared a carriage for you outside, and you can leave by tomorrow morning at the latest. ”

After a pause, he continued: "If you accept my suggestion, within half a month you will be promoted to the title again, and you will be given a new fief within the province of Shengyao!"

Earldom!

For countless aristocrats, this is definitely their dream lifelong pursuit.

You must know that although the difference between the viscount and the earl is only one level, it is a huge dividing line, and the count-level lord can be regarded as a figure in the entire kingdom, and he is truly among the ranks of the upper nobles.

Not to mention the territories within the province of Shengyao, many of the famous families of Ugru may not be able to own one.

What a big deal!

Hearing the price offered by the other party, Leon's heart suddenly brightened.

This Lord Duke is definitely here on behalf of the high-ranking of the kingdom, and he not only wants to break up himself and Corinna, but also forces himself to re-align himself, abandon the temple and switch to the other side's camp.

"Do you want me to give up Corinna, and do you want me to give up the duel with Sayat, and retreat without a fight in exchange for an earl title?" The corners of Leon's lips flashed with a strong sneer: "Duke Buckley, I think the temple must be very unhappy that you used such a cheap bargaining chip to buy a blessed warrior!"

God bless the warrior!

Of course, he knew what the Divine Blessed Warrior was, and he also understood what it meant, but the Duke never imagined that Leon would be a Divine Blessed Warrior!

Kingdom, how many years have there been no new Divine Blessed Samurai!

The Duke suddenly understood why the Temple and the High Priest of Faenth would spare so much effort to support Leon, and why Leon was able to perform many miracles, and even be able to control the barbarian Frost Giant War Puppet!

He quickly remembered the miracle that had appeared in the temple of Tormond, as if it was from that time that Leon appeared in the eyes of the people.

It's ridiculous that he actually lured a Divine Blessed Warrior to change sides, not that he can't, it's just such a price... It's picking the skin of the temple!

The duke's shock and astonishment were all seen in Leon's eyes, and he couldn't help but sneer in his heart.

His secret as a blessed warrior was now known only to High Priest Faenns, and after the assassination, Faens sent a secret letter to him.

In the letter, High Priest Faense stated that Leon could reveal his identity at the right time in order to gain greater support from the temple and to deter those with ill intentions.

After all, with Leon's current identity and strength, he is enough to assume the name of a blessed warrior.

The tiger's fangs need to be hidden, but they need to be revealed when necessary!

In addition, the High Priest of Farnes demanded in his letter that Leon must win the duel with Sayat, and that the honor of the temple should not be tarnished.

In such a situation, the Duke of Barkley came to the door to coerce and lure, which is simply a joke!

When Duke Barkley understood the identity that Leon represented, he knew that he was wrong, Leon would never turn his back on the temple, and with his identity as a divine warrior, there would be no problem in matching Corinna.

"Looks like I'm here by mistake this time..."

The Duke let out a sigh of relief, and watched Leon's gaze become calm: "But Viscount Leon, I am still advised to give up the duel, even if you are a divine blessed warrior, don't underestimate our Great Rhine family's determination to defend honor!"

This is the naked threat, and there is no doubt that they will use the power of their family to help Sayat win.

But what Leon is most afraid of is threats!

"Then don't underestimate my determination to defend the glory of the Divine Warrior..."Leon smiled coldly: "Please remember that this war was not provoked by me, but I will definitely not back down from any challenge!"

"Good! good!"

Duke Barkley said two "very good" in a row, and Huo Ran got up, indicating that the anger in his heart had reached a certain peak.

But he didn't burst out, but looked deeply at Leon, turned and left without looking back.

Now it's a complete tear in the face!

Leon had some regrets in his heart, after all, the other party was Corinna's relative, and if possible, he also hoped to be able to gain the other party's approval.

But since the other party gave him no choice, Leon could only express regret.

Shortly after Duke Buckley left, Corinna hurried back to the villa.

She apparently already knew the purpose of Duke Buckley.

"Uncle is too much!" said the fox girl angrily, "He deliberately left me at home and forced you here!"

"He still wants to lock me up in the mansion, but I'm a fifth-level magician now, and I still have elemental spirits in my hands..."She shook her ring, "Those guys can't trap me yet!"

"I've wronged you," Leon took her into his arms and whispered, "This must have made you very embarrassed." ”

It is indeed a dilemma to have a lover on one side and a loved one on the other.

"I will not succumb to any pressure, I have lost my mother since I was a child, even if I don't have those relatives, I can still survive on my own, and I live very well!" Corinna leaned on Leon's generous embrace, her expression became more and more determined: "Unless you choose to give up on me, but I know it's impossible!"

"That's right!" Leon looked down and kissed her on the red lips.

"It's better to ..."Corinna's pretty face flushed, "I'll give myself to you at night!"

"That's so wronged by you!" Leon smiled, he could understand Corinna's inner impulse at this time: "When I win the decision, let's go back to Salling together!"

Corinna nodded, feeling more at ease than she was now.

(To be continued)