At that time, when Egil said this, all the generals, whether Normans or other Allied soldiers, were amazed. I can't believe that this man who has always put safety first would choose this kind of job with the highest mortality rate in such a tense moment of almost despair -- obviously he is the emperor, and it is the emperor who comes! As long as he breaks through with the large army, he will have tens of thousands of free meat shields to protect him from the wind and rain, and he will not be hurt by open guns and arrows! However, he has chosen the opposite option!

"Why-" Hearing Egil say lightly, he put himself in the most dangerous place in the world. Artoria on the other side stood up and asked.

Then, Egil left Artoria speechless: "Because I am the Emperor." ”

Artoria was stunned for a moment, and then said very strongly: "If that's the case, I'll be with you—"

"- No. Egil interrupted Artoria directly, and then said, "Because, if I die." Then the empire still needs the next emperor to lead them to continue fighting. ”

At this point, Egil turned to the crowd and said, "Everybody, be a witness. I hereby declare that if I am called by the Lord, I will die in battle. Then all my power, status, and possessions will be attributed to my most beloved wife. Empress Artoria of the Norman Empire. ”

Hearing Egil say this, all the generals who participated in the meeting were speechless in astonishment—but what surprised them even more happened the next moment—and Artoria blushed with anger. "What do you mean?!Do you think I'm going to care about those things?!If you're gone, there's no point in the world!"

"This and this, this ......" all the generals, whether Norman or allied, roared in their hearts: I don't care?! A huge empire comparable to Rome, you don't care?! A huge empire with a population of tens of millions, you don't care?! That's a big empire with three crowns, three crowns! If I give me, let me kill my whole family, I'll do it!!

Hearing Artoria say this, Egil's face softened. He stepped forward. Took Artoria in his arms.

"But I care, Hani. I have worked hard for half my life and spent so much effort to have such a great empire. It's like my child. So, I had to find someone I trusted the most. so that my empire can continue to exist. And that person is you. ”

Hearing Egil say this, Artoria's eyes turned red, and tears rolled in his eyes. She resisted it - because too many people were watching. She in turn hooked Egil's neck, leaned on his shoulder, and hugged him.

"The world...... There is such a thing...... I believe in love again......" next to them. Ottila, the king of Hungary, wept in his eyes. reminds me of the tragedy of being played by a Roman princess decades ago, and his infatuation was put to waste. The old king couldn't help but sigh with emotion, and couldn't help but stand up. A round of applause for the Norman emperor couple.

In this way, under the watchful eyes of a group of generals with different intentions, the most honorable couple in Europa embraced each other affectionately. A perfect interpretation of what love is.

It's just that this heartwarming scene didn't last long. Although both sides would love to hug each other a little longer. But after all, it is still a time of war. So both sides are restrained.

"Well, that's it. Everyone, please hurry up and prepare. We broke through an hour later. If we're lucky, by this time tomorrow we'll be able to meet at the second line of defense, fifty kilometers away. Egil smiled brightly. Said to the generals. ...,

As a result, the generals also took their leave. Only Egil was left in the chamber. Artoria, and Sonia who followed Egil.

"Let's go. Let's go back to the room, let's have a good rest, let's get ready. "Now that the matter has come to this, there is no reason for Artoria to stop the obsession of an emperor. She said to Egil with a little reluctance.

"Hmm. Egil followed Artoria out, and before he could walk out, His Majesty the Emperor turned to Sonia and said, "Prepare hot water for me." I want to take a bath. ”

"Huh, at such a time?" Artoria was slightly surprised.

"Indeed, this is the time. After all, it was a crucial battle. I don't want to go into battle like this. Egil replied. Then, as Sonia was about to leave, she added, "Also, get me a few armor craftsmen - the best." I'm going to repair my armor. ”

“...... But there's nothing to repair in this armor?" Artoria asked, curiously.

"I want them to wash their armor and paint the decorative parts well. Egil explained.

"You're really ......" Hearing Egil say this, Artoria was puzzled, "Why are you doing this?

"Because, I'm the emperor. Egir laughed at this, and then was hit the back by Artoria, turning the hearty laughter into a cough.

That's it, although I don't understand Egil's state of mind. But since it is possible to take a bath. Then Artoria is also welcome. After a few moments of hot water, he took a shower with Egil. There is also a large Roman bath with bathing in the inner fort. Just heat up the copper tube underneath and you're ready to go. Egil and Artoria took off their armor and clothes. It was left to the servants to deal with. Then I walked in from the stairs next to the bath. Lie side by side. Keep your eyes closed and bring a damp towel to relieve fatigue.

"Now, Egil. After a while, Artoria nudged Egil's shoulder, "I'll wipe your back." ”

"No, you're too strong, it's going to hurt. Egil replied with his eyes closed.

"Cut, don't want it. Artoria snorted, withdrew her hand, and deliberately turned her back to Egil.

After a few more moments, Egil sensed that something was wrong, opened his eyes and turned around, hugging Artoria from behind, and finding that the Norman queen, who had always been strong, twitched slightly. Tears kept sliding down her cheeks. The crying that had just been forcibly suppressed in front of everyone, when there were only Egil and her for a while, could not hold back any longer.

"Let go!" Feeling Egil hug her from behind, Artoria blushed and struggled a little embarrassed. Egil, on the other hand, leaned closer, leaned close to Artoria's ear and said, "I will not die. ”

However, this sentence became the fuse that ignited Artoria. Let Artoria's emotions burst out all at once.

"But-but-no reason--I just don't want you to go-" Artoria turned sharply and hugged Egil and wept bitterly. If before, she still cared about the dignity of the royal family and her obligations as an empress in the meeting, then now Artoria is just a wife who worries about her husband. After removing all the armor, Artoria was as fragile as the average girl.

"Don't, don't, don't—say nothing—if you die, if you die—" cried Artoria, struggling violently in Egil's arms, as if trying to vent all her grievances, fears, and grievances. ...,

"--I said it. Egil's voice was as gentle as ever: "I will not die. ”

The Emperor said this again, and Artoria stopped struggling, and she held Egil tightly, not wanting to let go at all. It was as if as soon as she let go, her lover would float away like the wind......

In this way, the emperor finished bathing and swept away the dirt, blood, and tiredness of his body. At the same time, the armor was cleaned by the best armorers, and the patterns and patterns were drawn with gold dust on it. Apply grease for maintenance. An hour later, the rejuvenated emperor appeared in front of the people in a new armor. People can't help but feel a light in their eyes.

"It's just such an emperor who walks into battle. Needless to say, it will boost morale. Many people thought so - after abandoning the white fox cloak and simply wearing armor, Egil's graceful noble son aura was a little less, and the aura of slaughter was two points more. He looks more like a professional soldier. So, as long as Egil is serious, as a real warrior, or even a real knight. Nothing is impossible.

So, finally, Egil gathered the generals again. The order was delivered: "Today, March 22, 1010. I will live and die with my like-minded comrades!and, I will return alive to my beloved country and reunite with all of you!!"

After saying this, the Norman army, from the generals to the soldiers, cheered together. The sound shook the sky. Egil's words were resounded by manpower throughout the Norman army. The morale of all the soldiers, which had been reduced by the previous defeat, immediately rose to the top again!

So, at this moment, the inner fortress of the Norman Empire, as well as the gates of the inner city, were all opened! The first to be dispatched was the strongest Praetorian Guard of the Norman Empire! The breakthrough battle of the remaining 70,000 Norman troops began! (To be continued......