Section 374 explained

"Mother-in-law, you're ridiculous. "This time it was Essien who spoke. Essin was never a fool, so at this time, he actually knew about Eshurufat's future - if the little girl stayed on the queen's throne, then Eshurufat had a good chance of marrying her and becoming king, otherwise, at least he would become a prince and have the right to inherit the third line of succession (of course, this is only in name).

If Ashrufat is an ambitious man, then he will undoubtedly make the first choice. If, on the other hand, Ashrufat was a man who was indifferent to fame and fortune (although Esin was not such a person, he had seen such people before) or a man who was content with pleasure, then he would choose the latter.

Either way, there was no need for Ashrufat to leave the country. Well, after all the hard work, all kinds of dangers, and huge costs, I finally got to where I am now. Now that it is time to harvest the fruits, what reason does he have to leave without a qiē, or why should he leave?

"Because I noticed that you were a little absent-minded. Although the mother-in-law was answering Essin's question, she was speaking to Ashrufat.

Is it absent-minded?, Ashrufat smiled bitterly, but did not answer. Speaking of which, this is the first time he has discovered that this mother-in-law is actually very powerful.

Well, in fact, the mother-in-law used to be very good - being able to cover the little girl sneaking out of the palace, I'm afraid it can't be explained simply by "old fool". Although from the perspective of Ashrufat, I feel that this mother-in-law is really messy.

"Actually, when I first saw you......," said the mother-in-law, "I thought you were a little unusual." ”

"Mother-in-law, don't mention the past......" Essien was actually curious to know why Mother-in-law had come to such a ridiculous conclusion, and what was even more strange was that Ashrufat did not refute - perhaps too lazy to refute.

"Well, I'm getting old. The mother-in-law replied with a smile. "I can only recall those past events. ”

Essien glanced at Cleo, who happened to be looking at him as well. The two men exchanged a meaningful look, but neither spoke.

"What do you think, Lord Skadra?" asked the mother-in-law suddenly.

Skadera hadn't spoken before, as if he was looking down in contemplation. So the sudden blow at this moment made his body actually shake.

"I ...... Serve the kings of the past. When he left Eagle Falcon City, he entrusted me with the affairs of Yiqiē, and he thought that I could handle Yiqiē best. I...... We must not live up to the trust of Your Majesty. ”

"Lord Skadra, you will choose the best target, but you will not choose the best way. The mother-in-law criticized unceremoniously. "It could have been very simple. Why do you ...... What about a little more trust in someone you don't trust?"

The mother-in-law's words were obvious, although Skadera did not understand where the mother-in-law got so much confidence.

"In that case...... I had no choice but to be safe. Skadra reluctantly replied. "How can I know what she will think when she gets the news?"

"You watched her grow up with you, but you didn't know what was going on in her heart?" said the mother-in-law. "You are a good minister, a good court director, but you are not a good elder. ”

"People change. Skadera said. Although his voice sounded unpretentious, it was at least justified. "At that time, Byron was also a minister who was zealous in defending the royal family. But in the end, he still chose to seek a dynasty to usurp the throne. ”

"His ambition is already lurking in his every action. The mother-in-law said. "If you can't even see that, then Lord Skadra, you're a little too discerning. ”

The two of them talked a bit like acting, but both Essoufat and Essien knew that they didn't need it at all. It's not a deliberate show for others to see.

"Speaking of which, it seems like they've been talking for a long time. Clio said casually.

"It's normal for two brothers and sisters to meet for a little longer. The mother-in-law didn't pay any attention. "Let's wait a little longer here. ”

Eshurufat was silent, Skadra looked worried, and Mother-in-law and Essien remained calm, only Cleo was uneasy. Originally, he had come here half because he had accompanied Essien, and the other half because the queen valued his skills in negotiation and persuasion. But now it seems that he has no use at all.

"Speaking of the past, at that time, Ashrufat was just an ordinary guard. Skadera said this suddenly, perhaps out of apprehension, or out of inadvertentness.

"It's not ordinary at all. The mother-in-law said.

"Mother-in-law, you seem to have a high opinion of Ashrufat. Essien interjected. Perhaps of all, Essien was the calmest, because he knew that whatever the outcome of this negotiation (or brother-sister meeting) was, his interests would not be affected much. "But at that time, I didn't think Ashrufat was any different from me. ”

"There's a big difference. You're an ambitious child," the mother-in-law finally spoke. "He's different, he's ...... Powerful and arrogant, almost like a king. ”

"A king, you mean, Ashruphat has the air of a king?" said Essin in a sneering tone, glancing at Ashout. However, Ashrufat didn't react to what his mother-in-law said this, as if he was contemplating, and he seemed to be just distracted.

"I think so. The mother-in-law replied in a gentle but serious manner.

"What is the specific expression of this 'king's spirit'?" asked Essien. "Powerful...... Leave that aside...... At least I didn't think he was particularly arrogant at that time. ”

At that time, although Ashin's conditions (of course, Byron's conditions) were rejected, he could not see any difference from ordinary people in other aspects. At least he's not the kind of person he's particularly proud of (because this kind of person Essien has also encountered).

"His pride is engraved in his bones. The mother-in-law said with a smile.

"I, I'm proud?" This time, it was Ashrufat's turn to feel depressed. He felt like he was being a decent guard at that time. At that time, he really didn't have any additional ambitions, just thinking about going back after a year...... Go back to the castle. Well, in public, even if he was deliberately calculated by the little girl, he would let it go, why would he be regarded as proud by his mother-in-law.

"Because ......I can feel it," said the mother-in-law, "there seems to be no reverence for anything." Queens, Regents, Politicians/Struggles, etc...... You try your best not to get involved, but it's not because you're afraid, it's because you don't care about it. Even if you are in the palace, even if you are facing the royal power that is extremely noble and high up to ordinary people, you have no fear at all. At that time, I noticed that although you were new to the depths of the palace, you were still very calm, very steady, very calm, and not at all panicked...... I think in your heart, the queen is just a symbol, you can be polite to her, but you will never think that she is qualified above you. ”

Ashrufat did not continue.

"General Essien, do you remember the first time you came to the palace on a guard duty?" the mother-in-law smiled. "At that time, you were very cautious and very vigilant...... Overly vigilant, in fact. ”

"After all, it was my first time in the palace, and my duty was to protect the queen. Essien smiled. He recalls the first time he saw his mother-in-law. At that time, when he saw his mother-in-law in a black cloak suddenly come out of the corner, he was startled and even immediately drew his sword. Maybe he shouted, "Someone is hiding!" or something like that.

Of course, this reaction of Essien is normal. In the palace, on the edge of the queen's bedroom, a figure dressed in black suddenly appeared, and the guards who didn't know the inside story must have reacted vigilantly.

That being said, it just proves his courage. Essien said.

The mother-in-law smiled and did not answer directly. "Later, on the one hand, I learned about this guard named Ashrufat...... He once lost his memory, and on the other hand, he looked for several opportunities to observe his actions and mannerisms in detail. I don't know why, but every time I see him, I think of someone...... Two people, it should be said. ”

"Who?"

"King Makremiz and Garunas. The mother-in-law said, looking at Ashrufat. After hearing such words, not to mention Essien and Cleo, even Skaderra, who had been worried, looked at it. This made Ashrufat feel slightly embarrassed.

Although Ashrufat had now made great achievements, he did not seem to have any superhuman qualities when he was still a small personal bodyguard of the Queen, or, in official parlance, a saber guard. From this point of view, if the mother-in-law is not deceiving, then she really has a very powerful eye.

"That kind of intimidating atmosphere, that kind of oppressive feeling that people can't help but can't help it...... Maybe ordinary people can't feel it. But I, an old woman, may have seen similar people, so I quickly felt it. I think Ashrufat must be ...... Once in the supreme position, so that can cultivate that kind of ...... Rare temperament. ”

"So, mother-in-law. "Truth be told, Essien is still skeptical, or rather, the disbelief is far greater than the belief. "Why didn't you say it at that time. To tell you the truth, if I were you, I would have found a way to inform Lord Skaderra. Because it's a threat. ”

"Because I feel it at the same time," replied the old woman softly. "This man named Ashruphat doesn't have any special ambitions. So whether it is a sharp minions or a hideous face, he hides it. Although he has ability, if he has no desire, he is harmless. Why should I do anything more?"

It's really tough logic. Essien couldn't help but say something in his stomach. He looked at the others at this time, Ashrufat looked embarrassed, and Cleo had a look of disbelief. There was a look of shock on Skadera's face. Of course, the others, such as the priest of the church, who had not spoken from the beginning until now and had maintained a religious prayer-like sitting posture, could not help but look at them after listening to such a high statement. Everyone's eyes were almost focused on Ashrufat.

"They...... It seems like we've been talking about it for a long time. To hide his embarrassment, Ashrufat stood up and said so. "Maybe you should check it out. ”