Soon, it was time to set off. Although there are still many words to be said, everyone can only say goodbye.

Chip accompanied Thor to the ship, and as he passed by Raymond, he suddenly said to Bathter, "You are very talented, take good care of your master." ”

Baste was stunned for a moment, and Catwoman said with a rare seriousness, "Thank you for your guidance." ”

But then she revealed her true colors: "Meow, one day I will surpass you." ”

Chip didn't speak, just smiled indifferently.

"So, I'm leaving. Before boarding the boat, Thor turned to Raymond.

Just now, the two fathers recognized each other, and they have already vented their emotions to the fullest. Therefore, this time Raymond replied with only the simplest words.

"It was smooth sailing. ”

Afterwards, Lowell's men boarded the ship, and the fleet set sail for the continent of Mordina.

There, another meeting awaits them.

After sending off Lovell's men, a few more days later, the pursuit of Dirk's defeated army was over.

Bryce sent news from the border that they were pursuing the enemy all the way, and near the border between the two countries, they encountered reinforcements from Dirk's country, and the other side was trying to collect the defeated army that had fled home.

Neither side had any intention of fighting, so after a confrontation, each withdrew its troops. Subsequently, the war was finally declared completely over.

According to rough statistics, of the 60,000 elite soldiers invaded by the Dirk Kingdom, only more than 10,000 fled home, and the others were either killed or captured in the rout.

After that, Dirk for a long time no longer had the ability to invade other countries.

In addition, taking advantage of Dirk's defeat. The dormant tribes of the Godan steppe began to counterattack, taking advantage of the situation to regain half of the land.

However, despite the defeat, Dirk was a powerful power after all. Renard urgently dispatched his domestic troops into the steppe to quell the rebellion. Firmly held the other half of the steppe territory it occupied.

Due to being beaten too hard by Renard before, the tribes of the steppe are also greatly damaged, and they urgently need to recuperate, and they are unable to regain that part of the territory.

As a result, half of the Gordan steppe eventually fell into Dirk's hands.

In this way, after several years of chaos, the situation on the continent of Veronica finally stabilized and formed the current new pattern.

The Confederation of Ravit disappeared and was replaced by a new state founded by the Sidonis. And because of the departure of the Sidonis sect, the strength of the once strongest Krot Empire has been greatly damaged. No more hegemony.

Reynard's plan to annex Gaspard failed, but the Kingdom of Dirk received half of the Gordan steppe. The living space of the grassland tribes has been further compressed, and it is even more precarious.

Gaspard was successfully restored, but more importantly, between Gaspard and the church of Sidonis. A new and powerful force has emerged - Headington.

However, Headington, despite its vast territory and large population, was only a conglomerate of towns centered around Raymond.

In the past, when Sophia was in exile in Hydington, Haydington relied on Sophia's name and was still justified. But with the restoration of Sofia, and the defeat of the kingdom of Dirk. Headington was completely separated from Gaspard, and after the war ended, under what name it should continue to exist became the focus of everyone's attention.

So, naturally, people turned their attention to Rymond, the de facto ruler of Headington.

Some time after the departure of Lowell's group. Raymond locked himself up completely in the town hall of Headington.

What he declared to the public was that he wanted to think about the future of Headington and did not want to be disturbed by anyone.

Unfortunately, the reality made it difficult for him to do so.

"Lord Raymond, the artisans and representatives of the inhabitants of Headington. are willing to support you, here's their petition. Charlotte said, handing over a stack of papers.

Raymond took it, flipped through it casually, and placed it on the table. And there, already, there were several stacks of thick sheets of paper with names written on them.

"Is it you they're looking for this time?" Raymond asked.

Charlotte said, "Uh... Yes. Ever since the last time the Merchants' Union approached Rickett with a petition, the local representatives of the residents and the craftsmen wanted me to convey their wishes. ”

"Rest assured, these people are voluntary. Also, I agree with them, and I hope you will consider your voice. ”

Raymond flipped through the papers on the table angrily: "Diric, send the peasant's petition, Dreya, the fisherman's, Buda of Farak City, the miner, and even those goblins don't know who instructed them to send the so-called petition." It's good now, even you can mix it. ”

Charlotte's expression was embarrassed: "After all, after so many tribulations, everyone hopes that Headington can have a bright future. ”

Raymond sighed in his heart, and he waved his hand: "Okay, I know." ”

Charlotte saluted and turned to leave.

After she left, Raymond looked at the table full of "petitions" again, and rubbed the bridge of his nose with some distress. Although I was mentally prepared, I didn't expect everyone to think of going together.

Just then, the door was pushed open with a bang, and Harlot and Hermy strode in.

"Boss, this is what the whole army asked me to hand over to you. Harloter Jan held a large stack of papers in his hand and shouted, "The big guys are waiting for you to make a decision." ”

Hermie held a letter: "Lord Raymond, this is a letter from Lord Tolz from the city of Freedon, and he wishes you to read it and consider his suggestion carefully. ”

Raymond only felt dizzy, and he didn't need to look at him to already know what the two were sending.

Finally sent the two away, but before Raymond could be quiet for a moment, Freddie came again.

"Lord Raymond, I'm going to talk to you. ”

"Are you like them?" Raymond gestured to the papers on the table.

Freddie still had the same dead face: "Yes, now the whole of Headington, I hope you can make a decision sooner. Headington is no longer the impoverished town it once was, and now we need a rightful place worthy of our power. ”

As he spoke, Freddie propped up the table with both hands, approached Raymond and said word by word: "Only the establishment of the country." is the only way out for Headington. ”

That's right, that's why Headington has been harassing Raymond all this time.

When the kingdom of Dirk was defeated, everyone found out. Headington has gone from being a poor town to such a huge force before he knows it. And with the end of the war, people began to think about the future of Beddington.

As a result, the founding of the country has become the consensus of everyone.

But the only thing that doesn't think so is the core of Headington, Raymond. So in the past few days, people have been using various methods to "petition" Raymond, hoping that he will issue a founding decree as soon as possible.

But Raymond still didn't say anything, which made them anxious. Finally, even Freddie came to the door.

After listening to Freddy's words, Raymond said, "This is also your opinion?"

Freddie nodded, "That's right." And Lord Raymond, I'm sure you know better than anyone else. But why haven't you said anything?"

"The founding of the country. Raymond touched his chin and said in an uncertain tone: "When I came to Veronica." I never thought about building a nation. ”

"It was then, and it's now. Freddie said unceremoniously: "In today's situation, this is the only way to go, and it is also your only choice." ”

After a pause, he said in a deep voice, "Unless you are going to leave everyone behind, the people who have supported you even in the most difficult times. And the soldiers who have fought with you to this day, and the countless people who have died. Well, you don't. ”

It was rare to see Freddie say such extreme words, and Raymond smiled bitterly: "It's not so serious." ”

"Absolutely. Freddie said angrily. It seemed that he was going to persuade desperately, and even began to accuse in his tone.

"Lord Raymond. I don't know what's going on in your mind right now, but I know what those people out there are thinking right now. ”

"You yourself may be an idealist who doesn't care about power, just as you could have left your prince behind. Came to a strange continent. But not for others. ”

"From the moment you came to Beddington, more and more people have been gathering around you, willing to fight with you, share weal and woe, and even sacrifice their lives for you. What are they for? Some people may be based on ideals, but I think more people are for their own future, for a better future in the future. ”

At this point, Freddie slammed the table and made a loud bang: "You must understand that this is not a game! Now that we have gained such a large territory, gathered so many towns and people, and finally repelled a strong enemy and won peace, what should we do next?"

"You should give an account to those who fought with you and sacrificed for you! Give the people a stable life! Give the meritorious heroes corresponding rewards, rewards, honors, and status! And this is only worthy of building a nation. ”

Freddie said with great emotion, and it was obvious that he had been holding back these words in his heart for a long time. After saying that, he gasped for breath, and his pale face turned red.

Raymond listened quietly to Freddy's vent. Finally, he asked, "So, do you want these things too?"

"Of course. Freddie said unceremoniously, "Didn't I follow you out of the Modina Continent and come to this ghost place for that? fame, status, and money. ”

"I'm not going to risk anything. ”

Even at this time, Freddie made no secret of his passion for power. But in this way, it seems that his words are more true. Raymond also knew that although more people didn't say it, their thoughts were the same as Freddie's.

In fact, he didn't understand what Freddie said, but he also knew how much responsibility it meant to build a country.

Once the country is founded, it is equivalent to tying everyone in the country to oneself, and one's every word and deed, every move will have a profound impact on them, even their lives.

Can you afford this responsibility?

As Freddie said, for a while, Raymond really saw this kind of "struggle" and constantly facing one crisis after another as a game. One from nothing. Prove yourself to the challenge and have fun doing it.

This made him feel unreal about what he was doing, and he was willing to enjoy the process of fighting, rather than thinking about the consequences.

That's all this time. The reason why Raymond isolated himself from the crowd. He was constantly thinking, hesitating, making up his mind, and even because of the huge responsibility, he wanted to give up for a while, so he walked away.

But this time, Haydington's continuous petitions from top to bottom, as well as Freddy's generous statement just now, made Raymond completely sober.

Yes, I am no longer the one who left the Orc Empire at the beginning. The prince at ease.

On me, there is too much to carry. They are the ones who have brought me to where I am today, so I must also take responsibility for them.

Justify the name of the deceased and let people remember. What they sacrificed for, to give a better future to the living, and to make their struggles rewarded.

When you died, Lutz, you must have hoped that I would ascend to the throne in the future.

So, Raymond no longer hesitated.

"I see. Raymond said to Freddy.

"What?" Freddie was stunned. He was still in the afterglow of excitement, and he didn't come back to his senses for a while.

"I'll do what you want. Raymond said calmly.

"You... You mean—" Freddie said in disbelief.

He's here today. is ready to quarrel with Raymond and even be severely punished by Raymond. As soon as he got angry, Raymond made a statement, which made him wonder if he had heard it wrong.

"Yes, I will establish a kingdom and ascend to the throne. Raymond said slowly.

Freddie froze for a moment. Then his face was full of ecstasy.

"I'm going to tell everybody. Freddie said and ran out. The surprise came so suddenly that even he became suffocating.

"Wait. Raymond exclaimed suddenly.

Freddie turned around, "Lord Raymond, what else?"

"Help me prepare a gift, I'm going to visit Sophia. Raymond said.

As if he understood something, Freddie immediately said, "Understood." I'll do it. ”

After Freddie left, Raymond leaned back in his chair and let out a long sigh of relief.

Since he had just made his decision, his heart had become extremely relaxed, and even the problem with Sophia, which had been struggling with him, had been solved.

I... I'm really going to be a king.

"I do. ”

"Huh?"

This is the conversation between Raymond after he came to the Kingdom of Gaspard, met Sophia, and told the purpose of his trip.

"I said, I'm willing to marry you. Sophia looked into Raymond's eyes and said seriously.

I never thought that Sophia agreed so simply, Raymond was like Freddie at the beginning, but he couldn't believe it.

He hurriedly explained, "But I have already decided to establish a country, so once we get married, it means..."

Before he could finish speaking, Sophia said, "I know, I am willing to give up the throne." ”

"It's... Hey..."Raymond was surprised and delighted, but he didn't know what to say.

He came to Gaspard this time to ask Sophia for marriage. But since Raymond decided to establish a state, the marriage of the two kings means that one of them must give up the throne.

This is obviously not an easy task. So before he came, Raymond had already prepared various arguments to convince Sophia.

Unbeknownst to him, these preparations were like a heavy punch in the air, completely ineffective, and Sophia agreed very easily.

Seeing Raymond scratching his ears and cheeks, Sophia couldn't help but laugh. She stretched out her finger and tapped it lightly on Raymond's forehead: "Stupid, I have already decided on this matter. The only thing I'm afraid of is that you don't dare to propose. After all, it is impossible to let the woman take the initiative. ”

"Now that you're here, am I going to let you run away?"

Although Sophia told jokes, Raymond heard a strong affection in them. Only with unreserved love and trust in herself would she say such things.

Moved, Raymond hugged Sophia into his arms: "Sophia, I swear here." I will definitely make you happy and will not suffer a little more grievance. ”

"Well, I believe you. Sophia buried her head in Raymond's chest and said shyly.

"Like every time before. ”

Their union may seem hasty, yet anyone who knows that the two met and knew each other. Those who know each other, go through hardships together, and walk hand in hand will understand. It's just a matter of course.

Love, sometimes it's that simple.

Subsequently, Raymond returned to Headington and proclaimed the founding of the country.

Immediately after, he proposed to Sophia as king. Sophia agreed, and immediately announced her abdication, giving up the throne to Raymond.

In this way, Gaspard and Headington merged, and Raymond became king of the new country.

After the founding of the country, Raymond changed the name of the new kingdom to the Kingdom of Maloston. To honor the person who meant the most to him, as well as three places.

And Maloston also officially appeared in the history of Veronica as a new kingdom.

It is said that I heard the news. Reynard, who was still recuperating from his injuries, spat out a mouthful of blood and almost fainted.

But in any case, the continent of Veronica has finally ushered in a long peace.

So, let's turn our attention to the distant continent of Modina.

Now, it is the time when the continent of Mojina is surging. And in an unnoticed corner of the mainland coast, at night. There is a large fleet slowly approaching the shore.

This fleet has a large number of merchant ships, but the shape of these ships is not the same as that of the native ships of the continent of Modina, and the symbol of the sails on board is even more unfamiliar.

If there were people from the Veronica continent here, they would recognize these ships. It turned out that all of them were from the country where Veronica had disappeared, the Rawitt Federation.

How could so many merchant ships that originally belonged to the Lavit Federation suddenly come to Mordina?

The answer was soon revealed.

As the fleet landed, a strong and piercing yin qi spread, and it seemed that even the night was about to freeze.

Follow. Groups of centaurs began to land.

If you look closely, you will find that these "centaurs" are all high-level undead soldiers such as necromantic knights, corpse witches, ghouls, and ghosts.

When these undead landed, another group of people walked down the ship, and it turned out to be a necromancer who had been missing for a long time on the continent of Veronica.

The first few were none other than Denek, Edward, Sylus, and Emile.

"Modina Continent, I'm finally back. Walking to the shore, Denek leaned down and grabbed a handful of dirt, and said with infinite emotion.

"It turns out that our guild is from here. Except for Denek and Emir, the other necromancers present had come to Mordina for the first time, and they all looked around curiously.

Denek smiled: "The people of the Veronica continent probably never dreamed that we had saved these high-level undead soldiers, and used Ravita's merchant ships to come to the Mordina continent. ”

"Thanks to you, Emir. Not only did it take away LaWitt's property, but it also made the fleet 'disappear' without a trace. ”

"It has been a privilege to serve you and the guild. The emir bowed his head.

"Now that the continent of Mordina is on the brink of chaos, it is a good opportunity for us to grow and develop. Edward said on the side.

Denek nodded: "That's right. We've got all the things we've lost on Veronica here, and more. ”

As he spoke, he said to the emir again: "Well, it will be up to you to deal with your teacher when the time comes." ”

Deep hatred immediately welled up in the emir's eyes: "I will look forward to it very much. ”

At this moment, a large figure suddenly appeared walking towards this place. Then I heard a sweet voice say, "Uncle, you're finally back." ”

As she spoke, a woman stepped out of the darkness. She is extremely beautiful, although she is not young, her figure is still graceful and hot, glamorous, and full of seductive atmosphere.

This person turned out to be Cliff's niece, Merris, who had been missing for 20 years since the Rulin War.

Why is she here, could it be that she has already made an appointment with these necromancers?

Sure enough, I saw Denek greet her warmly and hugged her: "Mayris, my dear niece." ”

He asked, "Have you done everything I asked you to do?"

"It's all done. Melis said: "I successfully married the president of the Springer Chamber of Commerce, one of the four major chambers of commerce. Your identities in the four major chambers of commerce have been arranged. ”

"That's great. Denek rejoiced: "However, I really wronged you." ”

"Please don't say that. I was pleasantly surprised when you sent someone to contact me. Merris said, "I am willing to do anything to help you." ”

"Hehe, the four major chambers of commerce. Denek laughed and said, "With the emir." Soon they will be in our pocket. ”

"By the way, the army you have ordered me to secretly collect over the years has begun to take shape. Merris added: "It's just that there haven't been any wars on the Modina continent in recent years. So only these people. ”

As she spoke, she led a few people not far away. I saw that in the open space on the shore, there was a large number of zombies and skeleton soldiers standing in the black press.

Combined with those high-level undead brought by Denek this time, this is another terrifying undead army.

"It doesn't matter, soon the continent of Mordina will be in chaos, and far more than the war of 20 years ago. Denek looked at the undead in front of him with satisfaction: "When the time comes, we will have an inexhaustible army." ”

"Thor, Thor, we'll meet again soon. ”

Then he commanded, "All right, go and bring down the treasures from the ship." With these things. As long as I capture those blueprints saved by the Wizards' Guild, I can make a teleportation array again. ”

"When you're done, remember to add the ship's sailors to our army. ”

Leaving these words faintly, Denek and Emile and the others walked straight into the night. Disappear.

Just when the army of the undead landed, no one noticed that several of the army of the undead brought by Merris were a little different from the other undead.

"Boss Zi, how did it become like this, I'm so scared. ”

"yes, we're so unlucky. Last time, I managed to escape from Loveville, and I fell to the point of begging, and I actually ran into an army of undead in the middle of the night. ”

If you look closely, it is the three "zombies" who are speaking, but they are different from those zombies with rotten bodies, but they are covered in blood. But the skin is intact, the eyes are smart, and they are a few living people.

And one of the fat "zombies" is the guy called Purple Boss. He was dressed in a tattered white robe, but he could no longer see his original color. His whole body was covered in blood, and his face was a mess, but he still couldn't stop the fat belly and the beard on his face.

He even had a turban around his head, which was really incompatible with the zombies around him. Fortunately, it was dark and mixed with the corpses, so it was not exposed.

And those two people are not the two unlucky businessmen who have been following him?

Hearing the words of the other two, the purple fat man said in a low voice: "Shh, shut up for me, be careful of being heard." ”

A person hurriedly lowered his voice: "Boss Zi, although you reacted quickly and let us smear these things, so that we mixed in and were not killed by the corpses, but it is not a way to go on like this." ”

Another person also said: "Yes, I stink so much, I can't stand it anymore." ”

The purple fat man snorted: "Don't pick and choose, thank God for being able to survive." When we smear these things, the smell becomes the same as them, and as long as we don't move, we never get out. ”

"This is my valuable experience, believe me yes, wahahaha..."

He was about to habitually laugh proudly, when he suddenly remembered that he was in danger, and quickly covered his mouth.

"But when will we get out?" asked the young businessman.

"Wait. The purple fat man looked around obscenely: "Listening to the words of those necromancers just now, they will soon leave here." ”

"When the army of the undead moves, we take advantage of the darkness to make sure that the gods are not aware. And have you heard, those ships are full of treasures, and we only need to find a chance to take a few of them, and then we will be able to make a fortune again?"

"Worthy of the purple boss. ”

"It's right to follow you. ”

The other two businessmen immediately habitually slapped their ass.

"Then you still need to say?" The purple fat man was proud: "Hmph, no matter how bad luck it is, the Sprinkle family will get up again in the end." If you want me to die, how can it be so easy, wahahaha... Hmm!"

He quickly covered his mouth again.

At this time, the group of corpses began to move slowly, and the three of them quickly shut up, their limbs straightened to make a stiff posture of zombie movement, and followed the army of undead towards the night.

"Boss Zi, I'm still scared, can we really survive?"

"Shut up, you just have to remember, 'It's all an illusion, it doesn't scare me,' and that's it. ”

......

The chaos on one continent is over, but the chaos on another continent has begun...

ps：

Finally, the book "The Journey of the King of a Different Land" ushered in the end.

Although the results are not good, I am grateful to the readers who have always supported me.