Although the situation was somewhat different from what was expected, on the whole, the recruitment process was quite smooth.

When I was recruiting for the first time, many people didn't trust the lord, so although they were able to pass the selection, they didn't come to participate. Most people come for the good pay, except for Harijo, of course.

Therefore, even though this selection is still as strict as the last time, there are quite a lot of people who have passed, and many of them have failed last time and reached the standard after hard training.

"It was tough, but luckily, I persevered."

"Don't be discouraged if you fail this time, there are still many opportunities in the future, go back and practice harder."

The men who participated in this selection were talking a lot, and their enthusiasm was obviously higher than the last time, and even if they failed, no one complained about the unreasonable behavior of the lord.

Of course, another possible reason is that Zhaoming personally supervised it with the Black Rock Guards.

Three days passed quickly.

On the school grounds of the Black Rock Guard, the soldiers were divided into two groups, 400 on one side and 800 on the other.

That's right, everyone's enthusiasm also exceeded Zhaoming's imagination, so much so that the number of people recruited this time far exceeded the plan.

On one side are veterans, and on the other are recruits, and although there is a difference in number, the veterans who have been trained for a long time are much more imposing than the recruits.

Compared to the recruits who would turn heads and ears from time to time, this group of veterans stood motionless like iron towers.

Finally, the lord appeared in front of everyone and stopped all the noise, and everyone stood still, as silent as cicadas.

"Everyone, welcome to the Black Rock Guard, from now on we will be united like brothers!"

This was followed by an exciting and intense speech, in which Zhaoming did his best to make the soldiers feel their responsibility and unite them as a group.

In the face of all great calamities, the strength of the individual is weak. Only by forming a group can it be possible to survive the danger with the strength of everyone.

And at this moment, where are the knights of the Imperial Decree who are burdened with great responsibilities?

There is a bell tower in the north of Black Rock Castle, which is the highest point in the entire city. Usually few people come here, but not long ago it was painted and redecorated by order of the lord.

Led by the retinue sent by Zhaoming, Saivita and the others came to this commanding height, overlooking the entire Black Rock City.

Sevita's gaze scanned the city, and he saw widened and renovated streets, orderly bazaars, and police forces in charge of traffic policing the streets......

These days, all kinds of things he has seen and heard in Black Rock City have told him that Zhao Ming is a good lord and a qualified knight.

In order to deprive the Lordship of Akira and reclaim the territory, Sevita must have a valid reason.

If it is the tyranny of the rule and the incompetence of governance, that is the best outcome. But Zhaoming loves the people like a son, and governs Black Rock City in an orderly manner, if it weren't for the fact that he doesn't know how many people will starve to death this year......

If you can find a place where he behaved inappropriately, it would be fine. For knights, if their behavior is morally criticized, their prestige will be dealt a huge blow.

But Zhao Ming couldn't find anything on his body that violated the rules of knighthood. He not only went to the church on time every day to worship, but also valued love and righteousness, loved his subordinates, and was sincere to others......

Sevita fell into deep thought.

The only place that can be exploited may be the part of him.

Zhaoming is surrounded by too many beauties, and it is understandable if he is an ordinary person. But he was a knight, and that was not to be done.

Now that the Black Rock Guard has begun to expand, it can no longer be justified by the lack of strength to protect the territory.

"Alas-" Sevita let out a long sigh, in fact, after the past few days of getting along, he had a lot of admiration for Zhaoming in his heart.

Just when he was helpless, a teammate next to him spoke.

"Captain, it's been a long time since we've been in Black Rock, isn't it time to get the results of the investigation and go back to the business?"

Sevita looked back at his teammates, none of them knew about the special tasks assigned to them on this trip, and they all looked at this trip with the most fair attitude. If they were guilty of nonsense, maybe they wouldn't be able to agree to it.

"Yes, everyone prepare, let's meet with Brother Zhaoming again tonight, and then we will go back to the Holy Domain."

The knights were overjoyed to hear that they could finally complete their mission. But when I thought of leaving Black Rock City, I was a little reluctant in my heart.

"To be honest, I like this place." The knight named Diesel looked at the scenery in front of him and said with some regret.

These days, they've seen all the facets of Black Rock and love the atmosphere and environment.

In particular, the people here have a sense of affinity for the knights, and they will take the initiative to greet the knights in the streets, rather than avoiding the reflection of the armor from a distance.

If you are in the Sanctuary, as soon as the knights of the edict appear, the people on both sides of the road will immediately bow down or hide and dare not look directly, for fear of offending the knights.

But Black Rock City is different, under the influence of Zhaoming, people only have admiration and respect for the special existence of knights, and there is no fear or panic.

Compared to the high-pressure environment of the Sanctuary, this place made the knights feel the unprecedented feeling of living with the people.

Not only them, but all the Imperial Knights in the Sanctuary felt this way. The Sanctuary is populated, but they always feel a sense of loneliness.

Suddenly, I don't know who said, "If only I could stay here!" ”

These words were like a boulder smashed into the calm water, and instantly stirred up huge waves among the knights.

"yes, I prefer to stay here rather than the Sanctuary."

"Our Imperial Knights could have been added to other Templar Orders as reserves, and I'm going to apply when I go back, but I don't know if Brother Zhaoming can accept us."

"I don't think there's any need to worry, now he's short of manpower......"

The men were having a heated discussion, but Sevita was silent and didn't stop them.

It's no wonder that everyone yearns for a more comfortable and comfortable environment.

Compared to staying in the Sanctuary to abide by a lot of rules and precepts, and facing the pressure of the Pope, staying in Black Rock City and getting along with the straightforward and cheerful Lord Zhaoming will definitely attract them more.

It's just that......

Sevita thought of himself, he couldn't and didn't want to complete the mission now, but if he returned to the Sanctuary, he would definitely be punished.

As for Zhaoming, the Pope will definitely send another group of people to take care of him, and he will probably not have a good time.

……

At dusk.

A farewell banquet was held in the lord's mansion.

At first, Akira was a little surprised when he learned that the Imperial Knights were about to return, he didn't expect to pass the level so quickly.

"Captain of the Chenhui Knights and Lord of the Black Rock, as the Pope's envoy, I announce that you have passed this expedition, I hope that you can better fulfill your responsibilities as a lord in the future, and I also wish the Chenhui Knights a speedy return to their former glory."

After Saivita finished speaking, she looked at Zhaoming with some confusion, and her mood was a little complicated.

After all, it was time to say goodbye, and everyone's mood was a little low.

However, Zhaoming didn't care about this, he picked up a large glass of wine and said, "I can't bear you, my brother." ”

This time he didn't use hangover cures and swallowed the liquor directly into his throat.

Sevita's eyes were a little moist, but she still forcibly hid her feelings, and only expressed her regret with a little reluctance.

At this moment, the knights of his command suddenly brought up the idea of this morning.

Diesel raised his glass and said, "Brother Zhaoming, I'm going to apply to be added to your group after I go back, but I don't know if you want to accept it." “

Hearing this, Zhaoming's originally somewhat gloomy face smiled.

"Then I really can't ask for it, I just don't know what the other brothers think."

The rest of the Knights of the Edict expressed the same idea, and it didn't look like a joke from their performance.

What a bonus! Zhaoming couldn't hide his excitement.

You must know that it takes a long time to train a knight, and if Zhao Ming wants to restore the knights, he can't do it for three or five years, and now that there are those sent to the door, how can he refuse?

But what about Sevita? Zhaoming looked at him, and the latter slowly got up and said, "Brother Zhaoming, I have something to talk to you about alone. ”

"Oh?" A hint of suspicion flashed in Zhaoming's eyes.

"Let's keep drinking, and the two of us go to the study."

After separating from the others, the two entered the study and closed the door.

Ezekiel was a little worried, but he had to be here with the other nine Edict Knights.

"Tell me, what's the matter?"

Zhaoming brought two chairs and invited Sevita to sit down and speak slowly.

But Sevita refused, and then he revealed the true purpose of his trip.

Listening to his words, Zhaoming looked surprised, and when he said this, Sevita was just as shocked by the Pope's methods as he was.

However, Zhaoming was shocked, not because the Pope had arranged such a method, but because Sevita had told him the truth.

"Brother, thank you for your kindness." Zhaoming patted Sevita on the shoulder.

Sevita let out a long sigh: "You should also pay attention in the future, I did not complete the task, and the Pope will definitely send someone else." ”

After saying that, Sevita had a sense of calmness in the face of death. The future must be dangerous, but he has done everything he can to do what he thinks is right, and he has no regrets.

Born in Black Rock, his parents died in a demonic invasion, and he fled his homeland after being orphaned and bullied by Haradin.

Zhaoming really brought new hope to the people of this place, and Sevita could not bear to do anything to him, but also to prevent the other subordinates of the Pope from doing it against him.

Just as he was about to leave, Zhaoming suddenly stopped him: "Wait, if you go back like this, what will the Pope do with you?" ”

Sevita didn't answer, he didn't want to pity himself for it.