War College.

Caterina in armor walked the paths of the academy with a blank face.

You can see students hurrying by, big and small.

She had always heard of the name of the college when she was in the south.

Not only that, but she also knew that her sister had also entered the academy and studied history.

The direction in which Caterina is heading at this time is the direction of the Department of History.

Each faculty has its own main venue, the gladiatorial arena of the war department, the government administration building of the administration department...

The Department of History, on the other hand, is centered around the War College Library and includes several surrounding buildings.

The Academy Library, the largest library in the Empire, has rubbings of almost all the books collected by the Empire.

This includes the treasures of various families, including Ryan's private collection, and even some of the secrets of the Black Rose Collection.

Walking into the magnificent library, Caterina did not stop, and stepped on the wooden steps without squinting.

She had already figured out that the person she was looking for was in the Shurima Cultural Seminar Room on the third floor.

Her mission is to retrieve the items, but the pre-arrangements cannot be relaxed.

Squeak!

She opened the door to the research room, and was greeted by a large bookcase.

Through the gap in the bookshelves, she saw the three of them discussing something at a table.

Two men and one woman, two of whom she knew.

The sound of the door opening caught the attention of the three of them, and Ezreal, who was sitting in the main seat, closed her mouth suddenly, and the girl sitting next to him also shrank back.

Only the snake tail was a little confused, and seeing the movements of the other two, it was obvious that the identity of the person who came was extraordinary.

But he didn't know either, so he had to beckon:

"Hello, who are you looking for, this general?"

When the girl next to her heard it, she couldn't help but retort, with a little envy and jealousy in her voice: "That's not a general." She, Caterina du Quecao, Congressman Chuifari, commander of the Southern Front. ”

"Commander of the Southern Front!?" The Mori Python opened its mouth wide and its face was full of shock.

Isn't the southern front the Empire's front in Shurima?

The cold-faced female general in front of her looked very young, but she didn't expect that she was already a high-level member of the empire.

He didn't know what the parliamentarian meant, but he knew that the commander of the Southern Front could decide the life and death of his people.

"Heaven Descends"

"Councilor Kekao, I didn't know you were here..."

Mori asked cautiously, for fear that if one of his clansmen made a mistake, his only remaining clan would be gone.

Caterina ignored the Python and kept her eyes on the girl as soon as she entered.

The appearance of this girl surprised her slightly.

The girl is her own sister, Cassiopeia, who was raised by her mother since childhood.

"Cassiopeia! You shouldn't have let your mother discipline you back then. ”

Caterina couldn't help but frown slightly as she looked at her sister's almost distorted expression.

"You're not in a position to say that! You've been called excellent by your family since you were a child, but I never think I'm worse than you! Cassiopeia said stubbornly.

Caterina shook her head slightly, sighing inwardly.

She and her sister had a good relationship when they were young, but due to talent, her father chose her, while Cassiopeia was taught by her mother.

Since then, the relationship between the two has gradually drifted apart, and they have been sneering at each other when they meet.

She doesn't want to maintain such a sisterhood, but if catharsis can make her sister feel better, she is willing to be said.

The moment they made their choice, their fates changed dramatically. She is destined to inherit the family in the future, and Cassiopeia will become a victim of the family marriage.

Both are desperate roads, once she would feel that she was carrying a lot, while her sister was relatively easy.

But after following Ryan's days, her mentality has changed quite a bit.

Everyone's path is not easy, and my sister also has her own pain.

She didn't want to see tragedy unfold in her family. Therefore, she defeated her invincible father and took on the fate of the family.

"Cassiopeia, I would gladly accept your future challenge in the name of the second daughter of your Quekao family." Katerina said coldly.

"What do you mean?"

Cassiopeia was slightly stunned, and looked at her in surprise, as if she was sure of something.

"Literally, I'm the ruler of House Quekao now, and your doomed future is over. You can choose the path you pursue, continue your mission, or if you want to prove yourself, even if you want to challenge my position, I will not refuse. Caterina said lightly.

"You..."

Cassiopeia looked at her with a complicated expression, as if she was meeting each other for the first time.

Her main purpose here is to break free from the family's shackles on her, or to go further... Master the family.

To do this, she must prove her worth.

She knew that the Trifali Council valued Shurima's history, and that was what she was good at, and she had already planned the rest of the plan.

But the appearance of Caterina disrupted all this.

"Cassiopeia, I respect your choice."

Ezreal spoke from the sidelines, a 'I understand' look on his face.

His heart was dripping blood, and he finally found a right-hand man, who would actually be the sister of the female devil.

At that time in Piltover, he was most afraid of meeting two people, one was Seraphine and the other was Katarina.

One can see through his thoughts, the other is not interested in him at all, and he comes up with a knife.

If he dared to say that Noxus or Ryan was not, he would immediately be held to the neck with a knife.

If Caterina or her sister really didn't want to follow him, he had no choice but to let go.

Cassiopeia hesitated for a long time, her face constantly changing, and she still spoke:

"Katarina, I'm not going to change my mind. I will help Professor Ezreal, and I will learn a lot from her. ”

"Good idea, keep going."

Caterina was noncommittal and shifted her gaze to Ezreal.

Seeing this, Ezreal hurriedly said:

"Miss Cassiopeia is very knowledgeable about history, and there are many places that can help me and the Empire."

Seeing that Caterina didn't look away, his mind turned sharply, and suddenly he showed a sudden look:

"Don't worry, Cassiopaia is just my assistant and won't go to those dangerous places."

"I'm sure she's not going to be overdone." Caterina said flatly.

Mori watched the whole conversation, and couldn't help but hone up, looking at Caterina with some fear.

This was the first time he had come into close contact with such a big man, and it was indeed similar to the rumored majestic aura.

But... He seems to be as gentle as most people with his loved ones...

"Councillor Katerina, it's not just Miss Cassiopeia's business this time." Ezreal asked cautiously.

He received the news yesterday that the Akzam Mausoleum that he was about to explore was led by Katerina in front of him.

At that time, he felt that the sky was falling, but when he heard that Caterina was going to succeed him as a member of parliament, his mind came alive again.

The Delevingne brothers should be the weakest councillors, and that kind of strength is not something he can resist.

In the past, Mr. Parliament's bodyguard was responsible for leading the team and protecting his safety at the right time, so doesn't that mean that he will be in the future...

As he imagined the future, Caterina interrupted his thoughts:

"I'm about to return to the Shurima area, how long do you need to prepare?" Caterina asked directly.

She only cares when she gets the items designated by Ryan, and within the best of her ability, she will use her strength to protect Ezreal and his party.

However, she is self-aware, and she can't help with the specific information in it, and she needs to be explained by professionals.

It's bound to be full of danger, but she's prepared.

Seeing that he was talking about business, Ezreal also rubbed his temples with a headache, and said with a wry smile:

"Almost everything about Acacia has been known, and there are plans for possible crises. But there's only one thing right now, and we haven't been able to solve it until now. ”

"What's the matter?" Caterina asked.

"Relying on the strength of Mr. Parliament Speaker, it will not be difficult for us to get in. But we have to rely on external forces to come out, and once we use external forces, there will be nothing left of the entire mausoleum. ”

Ezreal looked distressed and rubbed her blonde hair, which had just been moisturized.

It is not difficult to open an opening for them to pass through with the help of an external force, but it is difficult to get them out of that opening. With the help of some kind of prop with certain coordinates, the ban on the mausoleum will be triggered.

If he had been released before, he would have gone in directly, where would he care so much, and the mausoleum would be gone.

But this is the first battle after he joined the empire, how can he be willing to have flaws.

If the ban on the mausoleum can be lifted, then he will make a fortune.

When the empire finishes looting the treasures inside, this place will have to be rebuilt.

The intrepid explorer Ezreal has made a major discovery, and the only well-preserved tomb of a mage king from the Eccasian period has been excavated on the mainland.

Oh my God, this is a hundred times greater than Vazooan's discovery.

Ezreal could already imagine the scene where the archaeological and exploration communities worshipped him as the god of explorers after this discovery was revealed.

So... This time there is no room for error!

"Give me a specific time!" Caterina said lightly.

She didn't care if the mausoleum was damaged, and Ryan didn't give a clear request. She just wanted to get the job done faster, and having followed Ryan for so long, she could see how desperately he wanted the item.

"Give me another half a month, and I'll definitely be able to figure it out!" Ezreal said seriously.

Books about Acacia and Shurima, all three of them are going to rot these days.

If he really can't, he can only ask Mr. Parliament Chief.

"Good!"

Caterina got the answer and left the seminar room without any fuss.

After he left, the forest snake eased up, swallowed his saliva and said:

"Professor, Cassiopeia's sister is so strong... My body trembles unconsciously. ”

"What do you mean?" Cassiopeia looked at him unkindly.

She hates it most when someone says that she is inferior to her sister, and when facing her, Mori has no such expression.

"Ahh Sorry, sorry. I mean... Your sister is very intimidating, you and she are two different kinds of people. Mori hurriedly explained.

It's good that he didn't explain, but after explaining, Cassiopeia's eyes narrowed:

"Am I that harmless?"

Listening to this, the forest python subconsciously raised his head...

Cassiopeia had a near-perfect face, and her beautiful figure complemented the aristocratic dress. Her luxurious makeup and body unconsciously exude luxury, making her look like a princess under the light of the seminar room...

He swore that he had never seen such a beautiful woman.

But compared to Katerina... He always felt that the other party lacked a trace of sharpness and killing intent.

After hesitating for a moment, he stammered:

"Cassiopeia, you're different, you're a good person!"

"Poof..."Ezreal almost snickered when she heard this, but luckily she held back in time.

He held up a book to cover his expression, his eyes glancing back and forth in amusement.

How can a simple honest boy say that a noble girl with a complex mind is a good person, how can it sound very interesting?

"Good guys... Heh..."

Cassiopeia's face was different, and she also picked up a book, covering up the self-deprecation at the corner of her mouth...

No one knows the sins she has committed better than herself, and she is like a poisonous snake that will do whatever it takes to achieve her ends.

But today... Some people actually say that she is a good person, and she is still compared to the sister who has been dazzling since she was a child.

Is... Irony.

Seeing that the two of them picked up their books and didn't speak, Sen Yu was also a little dazed and a little overwhelmed.

Fortunately, Ezreal pointed to the book in front of him, which made him suddenly realize, pick up the book and start reading it seriously.

He still has to find a way to lift the curse for his people, and he can't slack off!

......

Immortal Fortress, temporary station of light shield barriers.

Jiawen put down the document handwritten by his father with a complicated expression, sighed lightly, and asked the man in front of him:

"Uncle Nat, who else knows about this?"

Nat Light Shield, Deputy Captain of the Dragonbird Knights, brother of Govin III, and his imperial uncle. He is nearly 2 meters tall and full of explosive muscles.

The fact that he personally delivered the letter was sufficient to prove the truth of the above statement.

At this moment, Nate's square face was full of seriousness, and he said in a deep voice:

"The Eight High Officials and Captain Galen Sword. As for whether they will spread the word, it is unknown for the time being. ”

"Old General Laurent... Alas, I shouldn't have let him go back. Gavin sighed.

"It's a Noxian conspiracy, and we can't hide from it." Nat said with disgust for Noxus, "Even if you hide this time, you will use other means next time." ”

"I know."

Gavin shook his head, how could he not know. But if you fall behind, you will be beaten, and there is no room for anything.

"Uncle Nat, I'm sorry for something, I ask you to go back and report to your father this time."

"What?" Turner's eyes widened slightly.

"The Light Shield Barrier killed 20 people in the battle of the Immortal Fortress, and they all died honorably." Jiawen said silently.

"Because of the previous defeat to the Trifali Warband?" Turner's eyebrows furrowed slightly, and he quickly thought of the reason.

In the chaotic battle of 100 people, the light shield barrier was completely defeated by the Trevali warband, which is already known to both countries.

When this news reached Xiongdu, it made the hearts of the Demacian people disperse a lot.

"Yes, they killed more than 100 gladiators in Noxus, but they also died in the end. All died in one-on-one gladiatorial fights, fair and just, and the other party did not use any dirty means. Jiawen said solemnly.

He could not and should not stop the soldiers from reclaiming glory and glory, but could only make the situation manageable and not cause any more trouble.

The revenge of those dead soldiers, he will avenge sooner or later!

"They died heroically, but I don't want you to foolishly challenge the Noxians again. The situation of the light shield is not good. Turner scolded in a deep voice.

"What happened to Xiongdu?"

Gavin keenly spotted the problem, and Turner would only say that if something happened to Xiongdu.

Turner glanced at Gawen and said earnestly:

"Brother Huang doesn't want me to tell you, but as a prince, you may have the right to know, and I'm conflicted."

"Uncle Nat, what the hell is going on? Be sure to let me know! ”

Jiawen had eagerness on his face, he was afraid that something irreparable had happened.

Nat hesitated for a moment, but sighed slightly at Shang Jiawen's determined eyes, and said:

"The Crowned Guard family has secretly recruited a lot of people, all of whom were once people who once believed in the Flying Wing Protector God, and the next generation of direct girls from their family came forward."

"Laxana? That's impossible!? Gavin's eyes widened.

In his eyes, it was a shy girl full of brilliance, how could she secretly entrap people.

It's a juncture for those who believe in the Winged Protector, and everyone knows what that means.

"I'm not sure if your brother knows, but one thing we know for sure. Before the war, he was transferred back to Xiongdu by Generalissimo Tiana, which was not an order jointly issued by the imperial brother and the eight high-ranking officials. Nat said bluntly.

This sentence made Jiawen's complexion change suddenly.

He knew what his uncle was trying to do...

Long before they went to war, the Crown Guard family had a different mind, and was even suspected of collaborating with the enemy in advance.

And the death of those spies, it is difficult to say only the reason for the black rose ...

Nat glanced at the pensive Gavin, nodded with satisfaction, and continued:

"If Old General Laurent confirms that it is Black Rose, and that the first in line to the throne of their family is his eldest son, then those who are close to us are also close to us. But recently something happened when the little granddaughter of the old general joined the trial mission. ”

"The Judgment Mission... The girl who is ready to marry the crown guard? Jiawen's complexion was getting worse and worse.

It's no wonder that he speculated on others with the greatest malice, but at this juncture, Demacia couldn't stand any toss.

He believed that Galen would not be involved, but he did not trust the rest of the Crownguard family.

He especially minded about Laxana, the little girl who had been behind them, didn't expect to be in danger in Demacia...

"I already know the general situation, Uncle Nat, I won't tell anyone about this." Jiawen quickly came back to his senses and solemnly gave his assurance.

He knew that this information was a high-level secret of the kingdom, and even if he was the prince, he should not know it for the time being, at least not from Nat.

"It's good that you know this, I'll go back to Xiongdu first. I'll be there waiting for you to triumph. ”

Nat patted Garvin on the shoulder with relief, and explained a little more, before leaving the station, taking his dragon bird knight team and leaving the immortal fortress.

As he rode into the sky on the dragon bird, the corners of Nate's mouth hooked up a strange smile.

His amber eyes, unique to the Light Shield family, seemed to reflect the pattern of a black rose.