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July 14.

In the Imperial Mausoleum, located on the hill behind the Imperial Palace, a slightly melancholy piece of music was played from the strings, making the atmosphere of the scene a little gloomy.

It's a farewell song.

At this time, all the powerful people in the royal capital were present, and they stood in several columns neatly, with solemn expressions.

As the music continued to play, Lu Qi and Gawain IV gradually appeared, standing on either side, carrying a silver-white coffin on their shoulders, walking slowly.

In the back, there are a total of six coffin bearers.

All eyes fell on the coffin as a sign of silence.

In order to allow Melli to sleep peacefully, Gavin III specially reinforced a layer of the highest grade on top of the ordinary quality coffin.

Same as other members of the Imperial Tomb.

In this imperial mausoleum, a total of 53 members of the royal family are buried, including seven generations of kings.

The former royal family flourished.

It is a pity that Jiawen II died in the war, and his wife followed him after a few days of sad transition, leaving only Jiawen III.

And he seems to have had a lot of fate, and his two wives died one after another.

Until now, the entire royal family has only left the father and son.

As the coffin was buried in the soil, the people in the coffin also entered into an eternal sleep with the earth, and the funeral was also announced.

There is only one thing in the capital of kings today.

Everywhere you go down the street, there's one name on the topic you talk about, and that's Melly.

Merli was posthumously crowned queen by the king, and her will was posted on the wall newspapers everywhere, and with the publicity of the newspapers, the whole royal capital was known in the morning.

Secondly, King Gavin III named this day the Sabbath of Merry.

There can be no doubt that this time King Gavin III exercised his prerogative as king.

Naming a specific day for a specific person is also rare in the history of Demacia.

With the exception of a few highly decorated kings, or those who have contributed greatly to the country, it is almost impossible for the rest of the people.

A famous inventor and craftsman, Dulang's anniversary is on December 7, the day he was assassinated.

Gavin III, on the other hand, was the only king who had an anniversary during his lifetime.

His main merits, in addition to the great victory he won when he commanded the army, and the management of the country over the years was also deeply popular with the people.

Many people designated the day of his triumphant return as a day of remembrance, and over time this day really became a festival in his name.

And this time, King Gavin III used the king's prerogative to make the day Melly Day.

Many people can see that this is his attempt to make up for the debt of the past 19 years.

However, death cannot be resurrected, and the past debt can never be remedied, and the ministers did not object to his decision.

And among the people, there are also many voices of support.

After the funeral, people return to the palace.

On the way, Roy pondered for a moment, but still spoke: "Your Majesty, the minister has a saying, I don't know whether to say it or not." ”

He seemed hesitant to say this at this time.

At this moment, Jiawen III's mentality has been much more stable, he looked over, and said with a smile: "Say it." ”

Roy organized the language very early, and immediately said when he heard the words: "Now that the royal family is scarce, and the top is flat at home and abroad, the top priority should be to continue the royal bloodline." The minister felt that it was time to decide on the marriage of the eldest prince. ”

Jiawen IV's expression suddenly stiffened when he heard this, and he scratched his head and said embarrassedly: "I'm only twenty-three years old, so I'm not so anxious." ”

Roy looked at Jiawen IV with a serious face, like a stern teacher: "Many nobles have made marriage contracts when their children are eighteen years old, but now Your Highness, you don't even have a favorite. ”

The marriage contract for the children of the nobility was usually made by the elders of the family, and the same was true for the people of the marriage contract, and many young nobles were contracted as soon as they reached the age of eighteen.

It has become a button between the nobility and the nobility.

Examples of free love are not for nothing, but they are rare.

At that time, Nevis's mother, who was a young lady of the Menke family, married an ordinary craftsman without telling the family.

So she was kicked out of the house directly, and her husband died not long after, and this woman, as a young lady of a top nobleman, could no longer enjoy any aristocratic privileges.

If it weren't for her mother's pity and taking it back, her life would have basically come to an end.

This model has existed in Demacia for many years, and for many noble heirs, once the marriage contract is made, it is like being shackled, and it is difficult to fly.

However, Jiawen IV is the prince of a country, so he is naturally not limited by this rule.

And his appearance and strength are not bad, the nobles who have come to propose marriage over the years have stepped on the threshold, and he can choose one he likes at will.

As long as he speaks, he will be able to complete the marriage with the noble lady the next day.

However, to this day, Jiawen IV has no object of his heart, and it seems that his mind is not on this at all.

There seems to be another reason.

At this time, facing Luo Yi, who was staring at him, Jiawen IV's aura weakened a little, and he sneered: "Haven't I found it yet, it's not too late to wait." ”

Roy didn't back down, pressing step by step: "How long will it take to wait?" Last year, His Royal Highness also said this to the old minister, don't you have to wait until the day when the old minister enters the ground? ”

He grew up watching Jiawen III and IV father and son, and in terms of seniority, he was the highest and respected in the audience, and even Jiawen III sometimes had to give way.

As soon as he said this at this moment, Jiawen IV also hurriedly said: "Your body is so strong, it is not a problem to live for another hundred years." ”

Roy smiled and said, "I know my body, and the marriage of His Royal Highness must not be postponed anymore." ”

The bitterness and gloom in Jiawen IV's eyes flashed, and he still sneered: "Don't worry, give me some more time."

A marriage urging drama was staged in front of so many people.

Lu Qi watched happily from the side, with an expression of eating melons.

However, when he looked at Gavin IV's face, he was keenly aware of the subtle changes in his expression, and felt that there was something indescribable.

Seems to have a story?

Lu Qi pondered as he continued to eat the melon.

At this time, Jiawen IV glanced at Lu Qi, and immediately pointed the finger at him: "If you want to continue the incense, my second brother should also have a responsibility, you can't just stare at me." ”

Seeing him trying to draw the fire to himself, Lu Qi also raised his eyebrows.

What do you mean?

Roy also glanced at Lu Qi at this time, and then looked back at Jiawen IV: "His Royal Highness the Second Prince has just passed eighteen. ”

"What's wrong with eighteen? Many of the children of the nobles who were older than him could walk. ”

Jiawen IV immediately threw out the logic of eighteen marriages.

This logic seemed to convince Roy, who thought seriously for a second and looked at Luffy: "That's what I said." His Royal Highness the Second Prince must not follow the example of His Royal Highness the Fourth, and he has reached the age of marriage, do you have a favorite object? If so, let's get married within this year. ”

When the words fell, the four girls who followed behind were slightly stunned.

His eyes involuntarily fell on Lu Qi's body, wanting to see what he had to say.

Someone you like?

Have it?

A lot of eyes also fell on Lu Qi.

Many nobles looked at Lu Qi, and their eyes lit up, revealing their expressions of interest.

They almost forgot that Lu Qi was also a prince.

His royal status alone is extremely tempting.

If a nobleman can intermarry with a member of the royal family, the status of the entire family can be improved and he will become a royal family.

Finding that many people were throwing him impatient looks, Lu Qi also gritted his teeth and glanced at Gavin IV, who was relieved at this time.

Big brother, since you are unkind, don't blame me for being unjust!

Immediately, he also said: "I should take my eldest brother as an example, within this year, if my eldest brother can get married, I am also willing to get married." ”

This fire was pushed back by him.

Hearing this, Luo Yi also looked directly at Jiawen IV: "Your Highness, do you hear, as the eldest brother, you should set an example." ”

"This, this, this"

Jiawen IV's head was big all of a sudden, I didn't expect Lu Qi to be able to do this, he really didn't want to get married.

At this time, a nobleman also stood up and said, "Minister Roy is right, His Highness should also find a good match this year." ”

The man who spoke at this time was named Roger Ireland.

She was the mother of Jarvin IV, the elder brother of Catherine, and the uncle of Jarvin IV.

is also in a high position, and he is a general of a country.

Seeing that there was one more person who stood up to urge marriage, Jiawen IV didn't know how to deal with it at all.

Lu Qi also continued to resume his melon-eating demeanor.

He naturally knew that Jiawen IV would not be able to get married this year, so he dared to throw out that sentence.

As for him, of course, he didn't want to make a marriage contract so early.

As his prince, if he has a favorite goal, he only needs to say it, and the engagement will be inseparable.

It's just that this will ignore the feelings of the other party, and Lu Qi doesn't like this feudal model very much.

He still values you and me.

After listening to Lu Qi's words, the three girls seemed to have entered some kind of thinking mode, and they all had thoughtful expressions.

And Lux, who hadn't gotten up early in the morning and hadn't slept enough, yawned a little, and her little face was sleepy, and she was a little out of the world.

Tiana took in these reactions, and when her eyes swept over her little girl's stunned face, she also sighed helplessly.

Finally, his eyes fell on Lu Qi again.

In her opinion, this stinky boy is much more competitive than his big brother, but if he is a little too competitive, it doesn't feel good.

But this is a young man's business after all, and Tiana is not prepared to bother with it.

At this time, Jiawen III also smiled lightly and said: "Young people's affairs, let them handle it themselves, the mind is not here, even if they are married, it is not necessarily a good thing." ”

As he spoke, it also announced the end of this marriage urging.

Roy no longer advised, but with his character, it won't be long before he brings up the matter again.

Kroger also quieted down and returned to the group.

Gavin IV breathed a sigh of relief.

"Alright, let's all disperse."

By this time, everyone had arrived at the palace.

With the words of Jiawen III, all the nobles also left the palace one after another.

Lu Qi said goodbye to Jiawen III and was also about to leave, he wanted to catch up with Jiawen IV and ask one or two.

By observing his expression just now, Lu Qi always felt that there might be a story about this big brother that he didn't know.

And Lu Qi is very interested in these gossips.

When he went to chase after him, he found that Jiawen IV had slipped away, and his speed was quite fast.

As soon as he sighed, he met Galen who was walking towards him around the corner, his eyes were also bright, and he walked over and waved hello by the way.

"Brother Lun."

When Galen saw Luffy walking towards him with a big smile on his face, he had a bad feeling in his heart, and wanted to ignore him and speed up.

As a result, Lu Qi chased after him directly, and enthusiastically put his hand on his shoulder: "What are you doing so fast." ”

Sighing in his heart, Galen's face remained unchanged: "Your Highness, is there something wrong?" ”

"It's not a big deal." Lu Qi smiled and asked, "It's just that I'm a little curious about my eldest brother, his conditions are not bad, there are so many excellent girls in the royal capital, why is he unwilling to get married?" ”

Galen breathed a sigh of relief when he saw that it wasn't about him.

Speaking of Gavin IV, that's fine.

He thought for a moment and said, "There are indeed some reasons for this. ”

Lu Qi was curious: "Can you expand on it?" ”

He was really pure curiosity, and the gossip soul in his heart was burning.

Seeing that Galen was thinking about it, Lu Qi thought for a while, and added: "I can't say it, don't be embarrassed, speaking of which, I'm going to do a second interview for you recently, what day do you think it's appropriate?" ”

Watching him speak, with a harmless smile on his face, the corners of Galen's mouth twitched.

"It's not something that can't be said, it's just that I think it's better for you to ask the fourth world in person."

Galen sighed and continued, "But asking him would add to his sadness, so I'll tell you." ”

This matter is not in the black history of Gavin IV, so Galen did not tell Luch that day.

At this moment, the two were walking on the road, and under Lu Qi's curious gaze, Galen slowly spoke.

"Actually, it's not that the fourth generation doesn't have a favorite object, he already has a favorite person when he is the same age as Your Highness."

Hearing Galen's words, Lu Qi also looked forward to it again and again, looking forward to it.

This is indeed something he does not know.

"That year, I trained with him in the army and went to the frontier. It was there that he met a woman named Ariel, who lived in a local town and made a living as a beekeeper. ”

Galen said slowly.

Lu Qi asked curiously, "Ariel, what kind of girl is it?" ”

Galen recalled, thought for a moment and said, "It's a very gentle woman, and the first time they met was because the fourth wanted to steal honey to drink. As a result, a whole hive was chased and killed, and finally Ding's head was full of bags. ”

"When we went to the town to ask for medicine, we met Ariel, who always had healing medicine because she kept bees at home, so she invited the fourth to her home and carefully treated his swelling and injuries."

"For a period of time after that, the fourth life often went to find Ariel, and the relationship between the two quickly warmed up."

He still remembers the events of that year quite clearly.

Lucci pondered.

It seems that this is a happy relationship, so why didn't it work out?

So he speculated: "In the end, because of the inconsistency of family background, was it forcibly separated?" ”

Galen shook his head: "He is the prince, and as long as the woman he believes has no problems, it is not difficult to get married." ”

Indeed, the royal family is already a top family background, and it doesn't matter whether the woman's family background is good or not, the royal family should pay more attention to quality when choosing a wife.

At this time, a possibility flashed in Luqi's mind, and it was also verified by Galen.

Galen said in a deep voice: "In the end, the two didn't make it, and there was only one reason. Because, Ariel is a demon stainer. ”

When Lu Qi heard this, his eyes flashed, and sure enough, this was the only possibility.

The Demon Stainer also has another name, called Mage.

"I remember the look of disbelief on his face when he found out that Ariel was a demon stainer that day, but he quickly made his choice."

"And Ariel didn't know about her own magic, and her sudden awakening caused her magic to explode, and she was very scared at the time."

"The fourth tried his best to appease her, and said that he would protect her."

At this point, Galen paused.

Lu Qi couldn't help but continue to ask, "What about later?" ”

Galen breathed a sigh of relief and continued, "Later, the matter between the two of them was discovered, and Ariel's family took her to escape Demacia, and there has been no news since. ”

After listening to this, Lu Qi finally understood the reason why Gavin IV was not ready to get married.

I still miss Ariel.

However, in his opinion, Ariel's escape was correct, otherwise it was very likely that there would be an example of the same style as his mother.

When King Jarvin III wanted to marry a foreign woman, he was greatly hindered, and finally Melli left the royal capital and finally died of depression.

An ordinary woman is like this, not to mention, Jiawen IV, as a prince, actually wants to marry a mage.

This is absolutely not allowed.

At this time, the two walked outside the palace, and Galen looked at Lu Qi: "Your Highness, then I will take my leave first." ”

"Goodbye."

Lu Qi waved his hand and said goodbye.

Galen then turned and left.

Lucie, on the other hand, found his carriage and boarded it.

As soon as he lifted the curtain of the carriage, he saw four richly dressed women sitting inside, and the four pairs of beautiful eyes were also focused on Lu Qi for a moment.

Lux looked at him and asked, "Why are you so slow?" ”

After Lu Qi sat down, he replied casually, "I talked to your brother for a while." ”

Lux let out an "oh" and said no more.

There were obviously five people in the carriage, but at the moment it was extremely quiet, no one spoke, and Lu Qi glanced at the faces of the women, and found that they all seemed to be thinking about things.

As the carriage drove and on the way home, the women also looked preoccupied.

Women's minds are the hardest to guess, and the devil knows what they're thinking.

It was okay not to speak, but Lu Qi was happy to be quiet, so he leaned back on the carriage and closed his eyes to recuperate.

He didn't get enough sleep for the past two days, so he decided to take the opportunity to catch up on sleep.

Lux also noticed that the atmosphere was a little different today, but she thought that it might be because of Queen Melly.

As the carriage moved, she also felt sleepy, and opened her small mouth to yawn sleepily.

He leaned back, closed his eyes, and took a nap.

In a carriage, two of them fell asleep heartlessly, and the other three had their own agendas.

Let's make a change today.,Think about the follow-up plot-

(End of chapter)