His subordinates, with the exception of Bathter, actually have their own goals. Freddy, Rickett, Harlott and others are in pursuit of wealth, Charlotte and other former residents of Beddington are surrounded by Raymond because of the continuous prosperity of Beddington, and they naturally want to go further, and Tolz and others who have taken refuge in the hope of giving Ferredon a good prospect...

Raymond could not expect everyone to be a selfless saint, so if he wanted to continue to rule the region of Headington, he had to find a way for everyone to agree.

"Actually, I did think of a solution, and that was," Raymond said.

However, before he could finish speaking, Thor planned to say to him, "I guess you want to establish a country, right?"

It wasn't surprising that Thor guessed this, and with the sheer resources at Raymond's disposal, it should be a natural fit. To Raymond's surprise, listening to Saul's tone, he didn't seem to be very optimistic.

Sure enough, I listened to Saul: "Do you know how many difficulties you will face if you want to build a new country out of thin air. Not to mention the establishment of an administrative system, a tax system, and other troublesome matters, it is very difficult to obtain recognition from other countries. ”

Thor is deeply aware of this, when the barbarians founded the country, it was all thanks to Thor to mediate it, so that it was recognized by the Dinar Kingdom, and it was regarded as a little reputation. But to this day, the Rulin Empire and the Orc Empire still do not officially recognize barbarians as a country, and in the hearts of most people on the continent of Mojina, it is still a wild land.

The consequence of not being recognized is that neither trade nor diplomacy can be carried out smoothly, which is a very passive matter for a country.

Then, Saul said: "In addition, after the founding of the country. No matter how good the relationship with you was, Lu's power would be defensive against you, and so was Gaspard. Don't look at me, country to country is like this, even if Sophia likes you no matter how much she likes you, she can't change it. ”

"With precautions, there will be disputes. Countries are not like two children being friends, and they will never be as good as ever. Moreover, once you start ruling by state means, you will no longer be able to do as much as you used to, and your subordinates will begin to gradually develop their own forces, and you will have to try to balance them. You are also responsible for the food, clothing, shelter and transportation of the people in the country, and if something goes wrong, the spearhead will first be pointed at you, the king..."

At the end, Saul said to him, "Anyway. It's just that there are a lot of problems. Have you figured it all out?"

As the prince of the Orc Empire, Raymond is naturally no stranger to these things. When Armada ruled the orc empire, he was not less anxious.

However, Raymond will not be deterred by this. When he came to this continent from afar, he swore that he would find his own place here and no longer be controlled by others.

Now he is convinced. Headington is her own piece of the world.

So, Raymond said categorically: "Of course." I can definitely get over it. ”

"I understand, I understand. Thor touched his chin and nodded: "With your ability, it is not a problem to get these things done. As for me, of course, I don't want you to give up, in fact, even if you agree, your gang won't want to. ”

Speaking of which. He changed his words: "However, there is actually a better solution. ”

"What is it?" Raymond wondered.

Instead of answering, Thor asked, "By the way, you're not married, are you?"

It was a little uncomfortable for him to speak in such a jumpy way, and Raymond had to say, "Not yet." ”

"Hey. Thor's eyes lit up: "That's the way." That's what landed on it. ”

"What do you mean?" said Raymond with a frown.

However, Saul just patted him on the shoulder very ambiguously: "That Queen Sophia seems to be very fond of you, and she is also a good person." It is much easier to say that there is a ready-made country than to go through the trouble of building a new one, and it is nominally more acceptable..."

"Mr. Saul, can you make it clear..."Seeing Thor babbling, Raymond was completely confused.

"Hey, you're so smart, do you still need me to say it. Thor, however, ignored his question, giving him a "you know" look.

"Anyway, I'm here for your own good, so think about it. ”

With that, Thor walked on his own. Son, daddy can only help you so far.

Raymond was puzzled: "What the hell is he talking about..."

"Huh, wait. Tie the knot... Sofia... Ready-made..."Raymond reacted suddenly.

"Isn't he supposed to be me and Sophia..."

Suddenly, Raymond realized that this was a much more complicated matter than he had thought.

After talking about the incident, the two did not continue to talk about other topics. Soon, they returned to the residential area of Loville.

When the two met Cress, he was still practicing his swordsmanship on the practice ring. Since recovering from his injury, he has not let up for a moment.

"Kress, how are you ready?" Thor asked Kress from a long distance. He already knew that Raymond was coming back this time, and he was also going to watch the duel.

"No problem. Kress replied as he wielded the iron rod he used to exercise his wrist strength.

"Have you chosen the location of the duel?" Thor asked again.

Cress still focused on the instrument in his hand: "My lord, I have already thought about it, I plan to choose the location of the decisive battle on the island of Manas. ”

"Manas Island?" Thor said in surprise, "Why did you choose where?"

"It's not for anything. Kress shook his head: "Just think it's appropriate, and don't worry about hurting the innocent." ”

Manas Island was once the headquarters of the Lowell Chamber of Commerce, but since it was destroyed by the Sea Dragon, it has been abandoned. In order to rebuild the headquarters, Reed had sent someone to clean up the island, sweep up the mud, and bury the dead, but the island is still in ruins.

However, both Gru and Kress are extremely destructive, and it is perfect to use it as a duel location.

"Okay, I'll tell Reed and let him send a boat to take you there. "Sol Dao.

Raymond also said, "I'll also have Hermy inform Reliana." Tell Gru. ”

"Well, then thank you. Kress nodded, continuing to sweat and work out.

Zhilu said that it was best not to disturb him at this time, and Thor and Raymond turned to leave.

A week later, Reliana, who was informed, relayed Gru's opinion: No problem.

As a result, the venue of the duel between the two was officially chosen on the island of Manas.

Although after eliminating the necromancer. The Lowells no longer have to stay on the continent of Veronica. But everyone knows that a fight between Gru and Kress is inevitable, and between the two... No, it should be said that there must be a settlement of the grievances between Gru and the people who have been hurt by him!

So, this battle is imperative!

A few days later, the day of the duel finally came, and Kress set sail from Headington. Travel to Manas Island.

Only a few people such as Thor and Raymond were able to come to the scene to watch this epic battle.

"Cress, I know I can't stop you. On the dock, Julie took Kressie's hand and refused to let go for a long time: "But you must promise me that you must come back alive." ”

"Don't worry. Kress stroked his beloved wife's hair with his big hand: "I will definitely come back." ”

"You... It's called Lorna, right?" Suddenly, Julie turned to Lorna to the side.

For the decisive battle of Kress. Lorna received permission from Sophia to travel from Gaspard to Headington.

All the time. Julie didn't know about it, or pretended not to know about Lorna's existence, and Kress tried her best to hide it. Although he and Lorna, the master and apprentice, are innocent and have a clear conscience, the relationship between the two is a little delicate.

Unexpectedly, Julie would suddenly speak to Lorna, and Kress changed slightly. Lorna also showed surprise, and the other people in the know were even more stunned, and the atmosphere suddenly became extremely embarrassing.

After being stunned for a moment, Lorna responded, "Yes." ”

Ignoring the different looks of the people next to her, Julie said generously to Lorna: "My old man is very confused. I hope you can take care of your master a little more. ”

"I see," Lorna added, looking down and pausing softly, "Lady Julie." ”

"Wife, I—" Kress scratched his ears and cheeks in a hurry, and hurriedly whispered to Julie.

"If it weren't for the fact that you didn't do something sorry for me, I would have wanted you to look good. Julie whispered in Kress's ear, screwing him secretly by the way: "I'll settle accounts with you when I come back." ”

Seeing that Kress was ashamed, she added: "However, what a beautiful little girl, your apprentice has received it well." ”

"Aha," Kress could say anything but laugh awkwardly.

"In short, make sure to come back safely. Julie sighed.

"Definitely. Cress nodded heavily and turned to get on board.

Lorna saluted Julie and followed her aboard, followed by Thor, Raymond and the others.

Soon, Drea's order was to raise the sails, and the "Cangyun" left the harbor and headed for Manas Island. Until far away, the people on the pier did not disperse...

"Master Cress, we're here. ”

After several days of sailing, everyone arrived at their destination without incident. In the distance, a faint shadow of Manas Island appeared on the horizon.

Soon, the ship approached the island, and the sailor who was watching suddenly pointed ahead and said, "Look, it's a ship of the Sidonis sect." ”

Sure enough, in the ruined harbor of Manas Island, a ship with the symbol of the Sidonis sect had docked there.

Not long after, the "Cangyun" also entered the port. Once one of the most prosperous places on Manas Island, all that remains is a dilapidated scene, but fortunately, the harbour facilities have not been completely destroyed enough for ships to moor.

Dreaa anchored not far from the Sidonis ship, and when it came to rest, the crowd went ashore one after another. From beginning to end, the sailors on the opposing ship turned a blind eye and behaved very calmly.

"Leliana?" Walking up the ruins of the harbor, Raymond saw the slender figure not far away.

Hearing his words, the other party turned around, and sure enough, it was Bishop Reliana.

Seeing Raymond and his party, she showed a faint smile: "Mr. Raymond, we meet again." ”

"Are you the only one?" Raymond was a little strange. Sidonis, on the side, except for the sailors on board. Just see Reliana, is the other party so unconcerned about this duel?

As if reading Raymond's doubts, Reliana smiled, "The Pope wanted to send more people with him, but Mr. Gru refused, and he only allowed me to come alone. ”

Raymond really didn't understand the relationship between the two, so he nodded to show that he understood.

Then. Kress asked, "Where's Gru?"

Reliana pointed forward, "Right in front of you, he's been waiting for you for a long time. ”

"Your Excellency. Kress glanced at Saul.

Thor nodded: "Go ahead." ”

So, Kress left the crowd and walked towards the cliff in the distance.

After walking for a while, Gru's tall back appeared in front of him. He was wearing an ordinary cloth suit, this was the first time Kress saw Gru appear, he had no armor on his body, and it was obvious that he also knew about the battle between Lu Dao and Kress, and he could not save his strength.

Gru turned his back to Kress. Standing on the cliff by the sea, looking at the rough sea below, the giant sword that never leaves his body is stuck in his side, and the surrounding area is a ruined ruin.

From Kress's point of view, Gru's back looked extremely lonely, like this cliff standing by the sea, as if nothing could come close to heaven and earth.

In fact, in the impression of Kress. Every appearance of Gru is accompanied by bloody killings. However, he never had a friend by his side. Even Cliff and Leliana could command him, but they couldn't get close to him.

Gru is like a lonely god of death who appears out of thin air, even though he is invincible in the world. But the only thing that can accompany him is the lonely shadow behind him.

What is the purpose of such a person's existence? What exactly does he think in his head? What does he do when he is not fighting? How did he come through so many years?

Kress is not a sentimental person. But when he saw Gru's lonely back, he couldn't help but sigh for this formidable opponent.

Because, this is really a unique person with too many mysteries.

"You... Here it comes. At this time, Gru, who had been facing away from him, suddenly said, "Why... Always... Stand there. ”

"Hah, nothing. Kress smiled to himself and stepped forward to Gru's side.

"Nice view. He said as he looked at the endless sea.

"That's right, suitable... Die... Over here. Gru turned his head and gave him a cold look: "Whatever... Is it you, or me..."

"Maybe. Kress shrugged: "I think I'm pretty good, though." ”

"So... I... Will do their best. Gru said slowly.

"You can't wait. Kress smiled and put his hand on the hilt of his sword.

At this time, Raymond and his party also walked up the cliff and stood in the distance watching the two.

"This is about to start?" Feeling the murderous aura between the two, Raymond said in surprise.

Kress had just arrived by boat, and Gru seemed to have just arrived. In the face of such an important duel, how could the two of them rest for a while, recuperate enough to start fighting again, and how could they be ready to start as soon as they met.

Sol on the side said: "There is nothing strange, both of them are very human, and the so-called preparations have been made long before they get here." Now, it's just a matter of course. ”

"It's simple and straightforward, and I think that's exactly what they expected. ”

Raymond nodded understandingly, indeed, at the level of Gru and Cress, he can raise his state to the peak at any time and fight with all his might. If you still want to cultivate and prepare, it will look pretentious.

Suddenly, the sea breeze on the cliff seemed to stop suddenly, and there was no sound between heaven and earth, and a suffocating aura of slaughter permeated.

"It's time to start. ”

The thought crossed everyone's minds.

Boom...

Kress slowly pulled out the iron stone, and the blade of the sword rubbed against the scabbard with a sharp sound.

Gru still had his back to him, seemingly unresponsive to Kressie's movements. Kress drew his sword and threw it away, without making a warning, and the man followed the sword and slashed at Gru's back.

This start seems random. But it's very natural. Both of them knew each other's strength, and naturally knew to what extent the first blow of the Dao should be controlled.

Sure enough, before Kress could reach his sword, Gru had already grabbed the giant sword beside him and turned around.

I heard a loud bang, and the two swords intersected. Kress advanced and Gru counteracted, the blades of the two swords grinding against each other's pressure.

Since the last time he drank the dragon's blood, Kress's strength has improved to a higher level, and Gru has obviously been quite prepared during this period. Therefore, the first move, both of them chose to try.

After a moment, after roughly understanding the depth of his opponent, Kress pushed hard. He jumped back by the force of the reaction. Gru swung his greatsword in front of him, and a cloud of dust rose from the ground.

No more hesitation. Kress stood still, took a slow breath, leaned forward slightly, and the five fingers holding the sword moved in a regular rhythm, and then tightened, and his eyes were already shining with sharp essence.

At the same time, Gru's face was also calm. The broad greatsword was placed diagonally in front of him, the tip of the sword plunging into the ground. The whole person was as motionless as a mountain, and confronted Kress.

At this moment, Raymond and the others who were watching the battle couldn't help but stop breathing, watching the reactions of the two nervously. They knew that after the temptation, the two of them would do their best in their next attack.

In this suffocating atmosphere. Kress moved his toes slightly forward with a small step.

However, it was this indelible little action, but it was like turning on a switch, and Gru, who had been standing still, opened his eyes suddenly, and actually stepped forward. Swing your sword at Kress first.

Swiftly approaching, Gru's heavy footsteps stepped on the ground, the tip of the greatsword dragging on the ground, sending out a long spark mark.

With a flash of spark from the tip of the sword, the greatsword swept up, slashing at Kress like a thunderbolt.

Gru has been through a lot of battles, but this is the first time he's been in a fight. The heavy sword momentum seemed to be able to split even air, and the strong wind it brought enveloped all around, forming an invisible and strong impact.

Kress was as if he had expected it, and at the same time as the giant sword was heading on, he took a step forward towards Gru, and a deep muffled snort came from his throat, and in an instant, the fighting energy in his body spurted outward.

The wheals brought up by the Gru Greatsword were torn to pieces, and the uncontrollable wind immediately flew in all directions, and the dust around them was immediately high, and the hair of the two of them flew with the wind.

Then, the two swords collided. Unlike the previous tentative attacks, Gru used all his strength in this blow, and Kress also used his fighting spirit. It's like two meteorites flying at high speed colliding together, and there is a huge vibration immediately.

Boom!

There was no sound of gold and iron clashing, but the two swords intersected with a dull loud sound, and then a strong impact exploded from the two of them to all sides, and the sand and gravel on the cliff immediately flew, and even the ground shook with it.

When this shock reached Raymond and the others, it had weakened a lot, but everyone couldn't help but shake it a few times. At this time, they were more than 50 meters away from the two of them, thinking that it was a safe distance, but they were still affected.

And in the battlefield, a sword intersects, and Gru and Kress each take a step back. But the two men did not stop, and immediately rushed forward again, and the swords in their hands slashed at each other again and again, and the sound of a muffled sound was heard incessantly, as if two men were striking each other with a war hammer.

This unyielding confrontation lasted for more than half a minute, and the ground around the two men had completely changed its appearance. If you look at it from mid-air, with the two of them as the center, there is a "blank" circle with a radius of more than ten meters, and all the dust and sand and gravel are blown out of this circle by the strong sword wind, and the ground in the circle is clean, just like a natural battlefield drawn for the two of them.

It's the first time that someone has been able to fight against Gru for so long without falling behind in this kind of frontal defense. But this kind of hard fight purely based on strength and strength has always been the advantage of Gru.

Knock knock!

The two attacked three swords in a row at super high speed, and although Kress did not take a step back, his hands trembled, and the fighting energy in his body also fluctuated slightly. He felt a pang in his heart, knowing that he was still weaker than Gru in terms of strength.

Secretly saying that he had no reason to follow Gru's strengths, Kress put away the battle of intentions and changed his strategy in time.

When Gru slashed with his sword, Kress didn't parry, but stepped aside, and at the same time staggered his feet, and the whole person turned in a half-circle.

With a bang, Gru's sword struck the ground, and in an instant, a third of the sword was plunged into the rock, and the tiny stones shot out in all directions. And Kress, who had turned half a circle with the giant sword, had already followed the trajectory of the semicircle with the iron stone in his hand, and slashed towards Gru's neck with his backhand. (To be continued......)