Section 373 see through

In fact, everybody knew—and Essien knew two years before, when Byron was still regent—that the mother-in-law was actually very old. Now, no one is investigating how old the old man is, but everyone understands that everyone who is the same generation as her mother-in-law has died. Even Prime Minister Ellene, or an old minister like Skaderra, is actually much younger than this mother-in-law.

Perhaps it is because of the qualifications brought by this age that the status of the mother-in-law is quite transcendent. Even during Byron's coup d'état, he didn't do anything to the old woman - because it was obvious that there was no point in holding or killing this harmless old woman, and it would only lead to resentment and hatred from others. So Byron chose the right way: ignore her.

When Byron evacuated the city of the falcon, he did not carry the old woman with him—anyone could see that the old woman could no longer stand the fatigue of the carriage and horses.

In fact, even Essien and Cleo felt that the mother-in-law could only spend the rest of her life in the palace, and should not be here.

Although, from another point of view, she should be here again. Because whether it is the little girl or her brother, they were born and grew up under the eyes of this old man. The relationship between her and them is not so much that of a monarch and a minister, but of an elder and a junior. If there is anyone who is suitable to mediate the conflict between the brother and sister, then the mother-in-law is obviously the most suitable person.

"It's just that I suddenly want to leave Eagle Falcon City for a walk. The mother-in-law smiled and replied. She was really old, and even she spoke with a slowness peculiar to an older person.

"I was here a long time ago......" the mother-in-law sighed, letting go of the young man who was holding her. In particular, the young man seemed to have come simply to help her, and after his mother-in-law signaled to let go, he stepped aside. "Here...... There have been some changes. She looked around, and despite the wrinkles on her face, her eyes were still clear.

Please, you were sixty or seventy years ago. If there is no change, there will be ghosts. Cleo in the stomach scolded.

"Mother-in-law, may I ask you what is the matter?" Essien did not want to continue the discussion for the old woman

"You guys stay here for now. Mother-in-law, she said softly, pointing to the priest of the church, and then to Skadra. "I'll go in and take a look. ”

This request doesn't seem to matter. Essin glanced at Clio—in this respect, he had always trusted his friend's wisdom—and nodded.

The mother-in-law went in with a slow pace. The group stood in the doorway, and they vaguely heard what the mother-in-law seemed to say, and another voice that seemed to be that of a young woman (but not like the little queen's), and then Ashrufat came out of it and helped her out. But then there was another person, a woman, yes, it was Rhodia.

"Brother and sister affairs, let them talk about it themselves. The mother-in-law came to the door and said with a smile. After a qiē was done, she also closed the door with her own hands.

Through the inside and outside doors, no one can hear what is being said inside.

"We ...... Do you want to stand here and wait?" asked the mother-in-law suddenly.

"Of course not!" Clio reacted immediately. "Please come here. ”

In another room, not far away, a table and chairs, some refreshments, and a bottle of wine were already set up. In addition, there is a good window - the window is facing the city of Neustria and is a good viewing platform.

Of course, several people at this time, including Skadra, had no interest in enjoying the scenery and even less in enjoying the wine.

"Ashrufat," the mother-in-law was sitting next to Ashrufat. It's strange to say, it's obvious that the wrinkles on her mother-in-law's face can clamp mosquito legs, but in fact, when you look at her, it doesn't make people feel annoying, it only makes people feel kind. It is easy for ordinary people to imagine that when this old woman was young, she should also be a woman who has captivated the country and the city.

"Huh?" Ashrufat was also a little absent-minded.

"You seem to have something on your mind. The mother-in-law said softly. "Is it about that little girl?"

"Nope. Ashrufat replied. As he said this, he noticed that Rhodia's gaze was on him, and it was the vicious one.

Although he did his best to ignore or selectively forget, in fact, he also knew exactly what Rothea meant.

"What is on your mind, can you tell me about this old woman?" asked the mother-in-law.

"This ......" Ashrufat hesitated for a moment and changed the subject. "Would it be appropriate to let the two of them talk alone?"

"Why isn't it appropriate? they're brother and sister by blood. In this world, apart from love, there is no power that can compete with the bond of blood. The mother-in-law smiled softly. "You seem to ...... Prejudice against that kid?"

What she was referring to was, of course, Prince Pol.

"Not prejudice...... But...... Mother-in-law, do you think he is more suitable to be a king than Her Majesty?" asked Ashrufat rhetorically.

"You can say that. The mother-in-law replied with a smile.

Although what the mother-in-law said was actually something that Ashrufat and Esin didn't like to hear. But it was wonderful that when they heard the old woman say this, they did not feel resentment in their hearts. Maybe it's the tranquility in the mother-in-law's tone.

"At least let's talk about the actual situation. First of all...... Our Royal Highness has not done anything...... Something great. "This time it's Clio who speaks. In contrast, Her Majesty put down the coup d'état, formed a court, severely punished the disloyal nobles, and finally defeated the Chaos Legion to regain the lost land. These are very realistic results. ”

Of course, these things are not made by the little girl herself. But as is generally believed, the achievements of subordinates are equal to the achievements of the monarch.

"In comparison, our Royal Highness the Prince is straightforward...... Lost the city he was guarding. Clio tried to make his tone as gentle as possible, but the content of his words was to the point.

“...... Able to endure ten years in the hands of Chaos Believers, but still able to maintain normalcy. That's already remarkable. The mother-in-law kept her gentle smile. "Truth be told, that kid has done a great job. Of course, both of them did a great job. ”

"But there's only one throne, what to do?" Creo asked.

"It's more appropriate for that. The mother-in-law replied.

"How is it better to decide who is appropriate, is it the length of time you have been imprisoned by the Chaos Cultists?"

It must be said that although Cleo's tone was mild, his words were very mean. But objectively speaking, among all the people, only he cares the most. Because he knows that no matter who holds the throne, the identity and status of other people will not change much, only his hope is in the little girl. After all, Prince Ball was still in a hurry, and he promised Essien a rich reward, but ignored Cleo beside Essien. And the little queen ...... At least she knew that Clio had played a major role in Essin's efforts to eliminate the rebel lords, and that she had already intended (of course, from various sources, Cleoton Guò) to let him enter the court as an advisor. As long as Essien can say a few kind words for him, he is 90% sure that he will become an assistant to the foreign secretary. This position is not far from Essien, but it is a dizzying position for ordinary officials. And this is even just the beginning.

In this world, there is no shortage of Garunas, what is missing is King Macremiz.

"Of course, they decide for themselves. The mother-in-law didn't seem to hear the sarcasm in Clio's words at all, and there was no change in her expression and tone.

"Oh?" Cleo lengthened, expressing her disdain and sarcasm more clearly.

As Esin said, in this world, there are actually many people who do not lose to Garunas, but there is only one King Makremiz. Many people end their lives in stumbling, worthless positions that don't even have a plan to use their natural talents.

"Actually, for those two children, the throne ...... It's not just honor and power, as you think. The mother-in-law sighed softly. "I still remember that time...... That little girl is trying hard to be a queen. As she spoke, she faced Ashrufat. "It's not because she wants the glory and the power, it's not that she wants to be on top and watch the crowd bow down, but because she ...... Firmly bound by his own sense of responsibility. Because of this, at that time, that little girl did a lot of stupid things......"

"For her," the mother-in-law's eyes flashed with an unobtrusive gloom. "That's not the happiness she wants. ”

Clio wanted to speak, but Ashrufat was one step ahead. "That's right," he looked into his mother-in-law's eyes, "and I thought so too." ”

"She's actually just a very ordinary little girl, far from being as great as others think. The mother-in-law continued. What she wants is just the kind of happiness and joy that ordinary little girls want. But from the tragedy of that day, she was bound to the throne. Because of her pedigree and responsibility. ”

"In fact, a long time ago, when Garunas, the sage of the wilderness, and King Makremiz, determined to pacify this land, they did not want the glory of victory and supreme kingship. All they want is an end to the endless strife in this land and peace and tranquility for all the people who live in it. ”

"Ashrufat. The mother-in-law looked into the eyes of Ashrufat. "You...... Are you leaving?"

This time, not to mention Clio, Essien was taken aback. The two couldn't help but exchange a look with each other.

"Don't be surprised. If a person lives for a long time, he will naturally sum up some eyes on people. The mother-in-law said. "And, I see firmness in your eyes. I'm afraid you've already made up your mind. ”