When Contra and his troops arrived at the southern mouth of the valley, King Nacini officially entered the city of Severa as a conqueror.

The streets were sparsely populated, and dejected groups of defenders headed toward the prisoner camp outside the city. After the outbreak of the war, they were ordered to stay where they were, until after dawn Snowton's army poured into the city, and most of them were scattered throughout the city, stunned and unsure of what to do.

Then, when the news of the surrender of Grand Duke Ian and Commander Reims came, the defenders of Severa completely lost the idea of resistance and surrendered one after another. Prior to this, the elite of the defenders had been redeployed by Tuchel to fill up their ranks outside the city, and had been damaged in the bloody battle last night. The rest of these old, weak, sick and disabled, facing Snowton's iron horse, did not have the courage to resist at all.

As Snowdon's follow-up troops entered the city and took control of the main streets and the walled watchtowers, the city of Severa changed hands. The last barrier of the Holy See of Light was also defeated, and the Southern Expeditionary Army only needed to continue its march to march straight into the city of Ranken.

"Your Highness, Your Highness, is waiting for your arrival at the palace. Viscount Reims hurried down from the wall, got down on one knee, and said respectfully.

"I have written down your merits, and I will reward you when the fighting subsides," although after a night of hard fighting, King Nacini still had a ruddy face and was in good spirits, and he smiled heartily and beckoned, "Go, take me to Archduke Ian." ”

"Yes, Your Majesty. Viscount Reims turned over and acted with great respect, trying to make a good impression in front of the new lord.

"Your Majesty, the 'Golden Hibiscus' has taken down the city, and the four walls have been handed over to the infantry corps to garrison. Agassi took a few steps forward and reported in a low voice.

"Very well," King Nacini nodded, calling Sunia as well. "Immediately give an order, order the infantry units to take over the defense of the whole city, clear the remnants of the enemy, and the cavalry troops to rest on the spot and prepare for the next battle." ”

"Yes. Agassi and Sunia took the order. Lance next to him couldn't help but wonder a little. The city of Severa has been occupied, and the new army of light has been almost completely annihilated, where will there be fighting?

"Let's go. King Nacini greeted. Lance hurriedly led the way, introducing the neighborhoods and buildings he passed by, and King Nacini listened with relish, asking questions from time to time. After all, this is the capital of the Duchy of Ian, and it is a few points larger than Norman in terms of scale, and this is the first capital he has conquered since he went south, which is of extraordinary significance.

"Ahead is the Grand Duke's Mansion. The front of the mansion is flanked by large shops in the city, and the annual rent alone is enough to maintain the daily operation of the Grand Duke's mansion......," said Viscount Reims.

"That's a good idea, but where is the Administrator's Office?" asked King Nacini curiously. Outside his palace is the seat of Snowton's court, so it is a lot less income.

"Over there. Your Majesty," Viscount Reims pointed to an old building nearby. explained, "Most of the administrative power of the Principality of Ian has been usurped by the bishops of various places, and the few subordinate officials of the Grand Duchy cannot occupy much space. ”

King Nacini shook his head and smiled, as if with disdain. Pious bishops. It is not necessarily a clever official, and putting theocracy above royal power will inevitably bring many drawbacks.

They turned the corner and the sound of drums came to their faces.

Grand Duke Ian dressed up and standing at the front of the queue. Behind him was a whole orchestra. and a welcoming phalanx of housekeepers, attendants, and florists.

"O all-knowing and all-powerful God...... Please save us, please save your lost lambs......"

A middle-aged woman dressed in plain attire, kneeling on a blanket, prayed over and over again. When the news of the destruction of the city of Severa came, Archduke Ian led everyone in the palace to go out and ask for surrender. And this devout believer stubbornly stayed in the room, hoping that the Lord of Light would bring glory.

"Mother, don't read it," Ameli came in and interrupted her, "That so-called god lord...... "The girl wanted to say that the ethereal god lord was probably not there. But in order to avoid a few downfalls, she swallowed the sentence back.

"No, if the White Pagoda does not fall, the holy light will not be extinguished...... Even demons and necromantic legions can't shake the holy city of Ranken, how can these barbarians of the Northland do that?" the woman said firmly, "The last time we were in danger, the Divine Lord lent his power to Archbishop Innerdir, and the new army of light ran for a long time, and the enemy army was actually kept in the dark, resulting in a great defeat. ”

"Mom, Snowton's army, it's already in town. Ameli said helplessly, the girl didn't know if she should run away with her mother, but where could they flee to?

"O merciful God,......" the woman waved her hand to indicate that she should not say more, and hung her head and continued to pray.

Soon, her prayer was interrupted again. This time it wasn't Amely, but outside the small courtyard, there was a rush of horses' hooves.

"Why is the enemy coming?" the middle-aged woman shuddered, finally came to her senses, and urged urgently, "Quick, you leave through the back door and go to His Royal Highness the Grand Duke, maybe he will protect you." ”

During this time, Grand Duke Ian treated them with great courtesy, and the middle-aged woman did not know the reason, and thought it was a reward for her loyalty to her deceased husband. Amelie, who was not a believer and could not be protected by the gods, got up and blocked the door, trying to delay her daughter's escape.

"Mom, let's go together. Ameli anxiously took her hand, she thought it would be safe to stay in the Grand Duke's mansion, and the rebels would not intrude here, but she didn't expect that she would not be spared.

"God will guide my soul to heaven, and for me it is a relief. The woman shook her head, she hated the chaos of the world and did not want to struggle to survive any longer.

"But—" As Emily tried to persuade him, the door was pushed open, and the young man with blond hair turned over and dismounted, and strode in.

"Nacho?" the girl was surprised and delighted, and there was a hint of wonder in her tone. When she first tasted love, she was not used to parting, and Grand Duke Ian's attitude of being condescending before and after made her infinitely reverie. Perhaps, the person he wants is a big hero, a powerful warrior, even if there are tens of millions of people, he is not afraid.

And now, he's really here.

Nacini is dressed in gold armor. The figure is more upright and the face is handsome. The moment he saw Amely, a heartfelt smile appeared on his face, this simple girl made him rediscover the feeling of first love. In contrast, the union with Catherina. It was just a product of a political marriage, and King Nacini only maintained a ceremonial affection for her.

"You, why are you here?" Leaving all her worries behind, Amely jumped up and down, her joy overflowing.

"To protect you, of course, my lady. King Nacini struck his right hand on his chest, made a knightly salute, and stroked the girl's long chestnut hair. His eyes were full of love.

Grand Duke Ian, who was hiding outside the door, quietly breathed a sigh of relief, it seemed that his efforts were not in vain, and he chose the right person.

"But the army of Snowdon has already captured Severa, how did you get in?" Améli was still puzzled, as her gaze swept to the lion badge on King Narcini's chest. Suddenly choked and stammered. "You, you won't be...... Spy, huh?"

"Spy?" said King Nacini, smiling dumbly, "I'm not." ”

"This son is ......" At this moment, the woman standing at the door asked hesitantly.

"Hello aunt. King Nacini actually used an honorific title, and then replied with a smile, "I am a good friend of Amely, Nacini." ”

"You lied to me, didn't you say your name was Nacho?" the girl clenched her fists. A thump in his chest.

"Na...... Chini?" the woman muttered, the name familiar, but for a moment, she couldn't remember anything.

"Nacchini?" Emely's movements froze, and she looked up, her mouth half-open, her eyes wide.

"Nacini Snowton. The Lion King nodded and said his name, a name that everyone knows in the north and south of this continent.

Herseus Valley.

"Captain Contra?" Allegri asked, aloud with his hand in a distant voice.

"It's me," the purple-faced Contra nodded with a smile and asked, "Is it Count Allegri?"

"It's down there, I don't know if the captain of the legion is coming, and I miss the welcome, don't blame, don't blame. Allegri stopped his horse thirty paces in front of him, which was a safe distance, and even a high-ranking warrior could not get close and attack in an instant.

"It's just a routine inspection, and there's no need to greet it. Contra laughed, also looking at the shape of the field. His gaze swept over the knight of the guard beside Allegri, and he thought sharply in his heart about how to break them apart.

"The Legion Commander has made great achievements, and as a junior in the army, I have admired him for a long time," Allegri said with a serious nonsense, "I have ordered someone to prepare a banquet for you, and I must appreciate it." ”

"No hurry, no hurry. Contra waved his hand, to be honest, he was really a little comfortable when he heard these words, but the purpose of this trip, the old general kept in mind. So, he stepped forward and invited, "There is one thing that I would like to discuss privately with His Excellency the Earl, I wonder if I can take a step to speak?"

"Of course," Allegri nodded and agreed, "come with me, my lord, and let's talk in the valley." ”

"If you are in a hurry, you will be right here. Contras pointed to the nearby mountain wall and motioned for the two of them to go there together.

"Okay......" Allegri turned over and dismounted, walking towards the side of the mountain. Contras followed, glancing at his subordinates, ready to look for an opportunity to kill them on the spot.

However, Allegri could not let him get his way, and he was always face to face with him, maintaining a posture that could fight back at any time. Seeing Contra slowly approaching, Allegri was worried that he would make a sudden move, so he deliberately said, "Old general, I also have something to tell you. ”

"Oh?" Contra raised his eyebrows, he was alone, facing a great magician, and he was not sure of victory, so he planned to talk to the other party and take advantage of his distraction.

"Before I returned, the king mentioned that if I saw the old general, I would bring a few words. Allegri said with a smile.

"What's that?" Contesa was slightly stunned.

"The king said that the old general, though he was old, was not changed," replied Allegri, "and that he had ordered you to guard the Green River Valley in order to establish a new war zone here, with you as the head of the president. ”

"Does the king really say that?" asked Contra, skeptically. If he had known this, he would not have chosen to mutiny, and the high position of the commander of the war zone was enough for him to enjoy his old age with dignity.

"That's right," Allegri replied, and said suddenly, "sir, can you wait a moment?"

"What are you waiting for?" Contra asked, puzzled.

Allegri didn't answer, but looked up at the sky and muttered something in his mouth. Conterra was confused and turned his head to look, but found nothing.

"What are you waiting for?" he asked again, but Allegri still didn't answer, just frowned, as if something was wrong.

It's a good opportunity. Contra's heart suddenly moved, and he subconsciously touched the long sword at his waist, he has always been cautious in dealing with people, so before making a move, he observed Allegri's reaction again.

Allegri looked at the sky with his hands in his hands, but there was a smile on his face, shallow and mysterious. Contra chuckled and became suspicious, he didn't believe that a great magician would laugh for no reason.

There must be something strange in this.

Contra's right hand, gripping the hilt of the sword, released it, held it and released it, and in the blink of an eye, more than two minutes passed. Finally, his patience reached the limit, and he tentatively took a step forward, but Allegri still did not react, and the old general mustered up his courage and drew his long sword with a "choking".

"Legionnaire, look!" said a young man with clear eyebrows in the group of knights.

"What are you looking at?" Conterras looked in the direction he was pointing, only to see that the daylight was dim, the clouds were converging, and they were slowly changing color.

It turned from gray-black to gray-yellow, and even showed a touch of redness.

At the same time, he felt a wave of heat rushing across his face.

"Not good!" Contra snapped up, a blue-black sheen appearing on the blade. But before he could make a move, the majestic flame magic suddenly exploded, pushing everyone nearby to the side.

Immediately, the flames swept away from north to south, like a raging mudslide. Upon touching an obstacle, the flames swirl upward, forming swirls of flame, and then rise up, engulfing nearby enemies like a tornado.

This is a veritable war spell, divided into two sections. The first half of the "earth fire flows", mighty, and the second half of the "flame tornado", Pei Mo can be done.

... (To be continued......)

PS: (4000 words.) ）