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As always, bustle and hustle and bustle are the main themes of this trading city-state.

The soldiers at the city gate carefully checked everyone who entered and exited, and conscientiously guarded the most important checkpoint of Blackwater Fort.

Suddenly, more than two dozen figures appeared on the horizon, slowly walking towards Blackwater Castle. The guards watched the men warily, and the reflection of the metal indicated that they were carrying weapons.

"Alert!"

The captain of the guard said in a low voice, his right hand gripping the hilt of the saber at his waist.

At the same time, all of them made the same movements as the captain of the guards, nervous and ready for battle.

"That seems to be Master Kyle. A somewhat farsighted soldier spoke, pointing to the person walking in the front, looking hard, "That's right, it's Master Kyle, I'm absolutely not mistaken." He added, making the final judgment.

"Can you guarantee it?" the captain of the guard looked at the far-sighted soldier, not letting up on the other man's words.

"Of course, I see it very clearly. The soldier nodded, "Swear to the sun god." He reached out and pointed to the sun hanging high in the sky.

"That's really Master Kyle. As the group drew closer, more soldiers spoke.

Kyle has been helping the poor a lot lately, and the soldiers are not considered high-income people, so many soldiers have seen Kyle.

"The sun god is above, what do I see!" At this moment, a soldier suddenly exclaimed, excited like a child.

He saw the bright red hair, which no one would be surprised if it was on the street, because redhead had almost become the trend in Blackwater Castle. But if it's with Master Kyle, it must be Albert, the pride of Blackwater Castle.

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"What do you guess these people are talking about, Eber?"

Kyle looks at Albert walking side by side, with a smile that obsesses women and disgusts men.

"Sorry, I'm not in the mood. Albert said lightly, a little uneasy. Then, he glanced back at the gladiator behind him, and stopped talking.

Although the twenty gladiators wrapped their heads and bodies in wide cloaks, the huge ogres and minotaurs were still too eye-catching for humans to possess. The towns they passed through turned them away, much to Albert's anger and helplessness. Not everyone is willing to accept aliens, especially orcs who are at war with the Terrans.

"Don't worry, Blackwater Castle is your home to me. Kyle knew Albert, and he knew what was going on in his hands.

"I hope so. Albert smiled bitterly.

Moments later, Albert and his party stepped onto the drawbridge over the moat, apprehensive.

Although none of the gladiators ever expressed displeasure, that doesn't mean they really didn't care. These slaves, who had been bred as wild beasts, chose to follow Albert, but the reality was cruel, and the strange gaze and derogatory words hurt their souls like a sword.

They don't expect much, they just need a place to live.

"Good afternoon, Master Kyle. The captain of the soldiers greeted him and bowed slightly in respect.

"Hello, sir. Kyle nodded, didn't say anything, passed past the captain of the soldiers, and led the group on.

"Please wait. The Captain of the Soldier stopped Kyle and chased after him. He hesitated, but his responsibilities as a soldier drove him to ask, "Master Kyle, some of you can't enter the city. ”

"Do you mean him?" Kyle pointed to Albert beside him, a faint smile on his face.

"No, no. The captain waved his hand in horror and smiled apologetically at Albert, "I mean them." He pointed to ogres and minotaurs shrouded in wide cloaks.

"They are my friends. Albert said with a smile.

"But Blackwater Fort has rules. The captain of the soldier grimaced, "I'm just a guard. ”

"I won't embarrass you. Kyle nodded, looking at the people behind him, "Wait a minute, I'll go meet the lord." ”

"Thank you for your understanding. The Captain of the Soldier sneered, wiping the cold sweat from his forehead, neither Kyle nor Albert was someone he could provoke.

But duty is duty, and if he turns a blind eye, his job will not be saved.

"Take care of them. Albert told Barrett and the other mercenaries to catch up with Kyle after a brief glance with a disappointed look in his eyes.

It's his business, and Kyle shouldn't be left alone.

Looking at the backs of the two, Barwin looked up at Duncan beside him, "Maybe we shouldn't have caused Albert trouble." ”

"No, it's not a hassle. Barrett walked over, raised his arm and patted Babin on the shoulder, "We're friends, and that's what a friend should do." He looked at everyone, "Don't be discouraged, believe Albert, trust Kyle, they never let down." ”

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Blackwater Fort Nobility District, Fort of Lords.

Magic lamps hang above the spacious living room, emitting a soft white light.

A gray-haired, somewhat obese man who looked to be over sixty years old sat at the head of the long table, with a faint smile on his face.

The wax in his hair shimmered in the light, he wore the mustache most fashionable in aristocratic circles, and he wore a dress without the slightest wrinkles, as if he was going to a banquet or had just returned from a banquet. The man smiled at Kyle on his left, and then at Albert on his right, and even though he had never met, he had already heard of an interesting Elder Mage in his realm.

"Master Kyle, please explain your intentions. ”

The older man was the first to speak, breaking the brief silence in the living room.

"I'm here for a simple reason. Kyle smiled politely, "I want to ask you for one thing." ”

"You're welcome, Master Kyle, we're old friends. The older man stood up and bent down and patted Kyle on the shoulder.

"No, maybe you won't agree to that. Kyle restrained his smile and his expression became extremely serious, "Lord of Blackwater Castle, Your Excellency Viscount Caryophyllus, I'm afraid our friendship won't last long. ”

"What's the matter, so serious. Viscount Shizhu sat back and couldn't help frowning.

"Albert and I got to know a couple of homeless aliens. Kyle said calmly, "But they can't get into the city." ”

Viscount Caryophyllum rubbed his forehead and fell silent. He knew very well that the alien race he was talking about must not be an ally of humans, such as dwarves or elves. If it were, the soldiers would not stop at all. Damn it, he cursed. Of course, instead of scolding Kyle and Albert, he was annoyed that he was in trouble. Except for the city-states directly under the royal family, the territories of the nobles were not allowed to accommodate foreign races, otherwise they would be treated as treason.

If it's a slave, it's easier to do, and many nobles have some alien slaves to show off.

To use the word 'knowing', Kyle wouldn't be talking about slaves.

Suddenly, Viscount Shizhu remembered something that happened not long ago - the gladiator riot incident in the Stormwind Arena.

It's no secret, and despite Stormwind's best efforts to block the news, many people witnessed the battle. The hero of that incident was Albert, and it now seems that the alien race that Kyle is talking about should be the gladiator who escaped.

"Does this confuse you? Kyle said lightly, staring at Viscount Caryophyllus.

"Listen to me, Master Kyle. Viscount Shizhu came back to his senses and rubbed his temples, "You should know the consequences of containing nobles, it will cost me my title and fief. He looked at Kyle sincerely, grimacing.

"There are good and bad sides to everything. Kyle smiled, "You should think differently. ”

"I assure you, they won't get in trouble. Albert spoke after Kyle, "Those people are my friends, and I can take care of them." ”

"This ......" Viscount Caryophyllus looked at Kyle and then at Albert. It's hard to choose, he's a low-ranking nobleman, and the other is a candidate heir to the Dandelion family, and the other is a sought-after ancient magician. Although it seems that his status is still higher than the two now, the other party is still young, and his achievements in the future will definitely surpass him.

Viscount Shizhu is not blind, and the potential of the two is obvious to all.

Kyle recently teamed up with other wealthy businessmen to start a potion factory, which was appreciated by the top brass of the Dandelion family.

Albert's bloodbath in the Storm Arena was enough to sentence him to death, but the royal family did not issue an arrest document, which means that the royal family had discovered Albert's potential.

"Your Excellency, have you thought about it?" asked Kyle, a little impatiently.

"I'm sorry, Master Kyle, I'm afraid I'll need some more time. Viscount Shizhu said apologetically, "Maybe you can stay, dinner time is coming, I'd love to have a drink with you." ”

"I'm sorry I had to turn you down. Albert shook his head, "My friend is still out of town." ”

"Your Excellency, this matter is not as difficult to solve as you think. Kyle added, "You just have to pretend you don't know." ”

"But this is my territory, Master Kyle, if there's trouble, I'll ......" Viscount Stonepillar didn't continue, he knew that the next words would sound offensive. If he continues, I am afraid that he will destroy his impression in the hearts of the two.

"If the royal family sends an emissary to investigate, I will take all the responsibility. Albert stood up and said with great certainty.

"And me. Kyle also stood up and said solemnly, "Trust me, this will make our friendship stronger." ”

Viscount Caryophyllus rubbed his temples again and fell into a difficult choice. This decision will affect his future, and he has to be cautious and cautious. It's a choice, it's an opportunity, it's a big gamble. "I'm sorry, my young friends, an older elder thinks a lot before making a choice, forgive me for wasting so much of your time. Viscount Shizhu smiled, his frown furrowed.

"And what is your choice?" Albert pursed his lips and stared at the other man, not threatening, but a little nervous.

"No, I don't know anything, not even if you've been here. Viscount Caryophyllum looked at Albert, "Son, our first meeting should have been on a better occasion. ”

"That's right, we've never been. Albert nodded and smiled at Kyle.