Section VII Explained

"A lot has happened. Ashrufat replied softly. "A lot of things that weren't taken into account, a lot of unexpected things...... I almost thought I would never come back. ”

As he said this, the events of leaving Sivania reappeared in Ashrufat's mind, and although the memory was still very clear, there was a feeling of unreality for some reason. It's as if all this was just a dream, not real.

But at least, he's standing here now. That's the truth.

"Did anything happen after I left?" Ashrufat asked softly. Scarlet and Leia (and Carrie, of course) are the only ones who know about his departure. And it seems that this secret has been well guarded and has never been revealed. Carrie had offered to involve Eric in the secret, but Ashrufat didn't do so. "By the way, where's my stand-in?"

Naturally, what Ashrufat was referring to was the Magic Map. In fact, in addition to himself, even Scarlet and Leia don't know about his "stand-in", that is, the origin of the magic map. All they know is that it is a magical golem controlled by Carrie, and that it has many incredible abilities. But that's a puppet after all, and it doesn't have the ability to handle complex affairs. Therefore, the specific aspects of affairs must be handled by Leia and Scarlet.

As Carrie introduced to Ashrufat, the Magic Map is the type that is specifically used in combat. Aside from combat, it's not very capable in other areas.

"It's inside. Léa took Ashrufat's hand and led him into the bedroom. This is Ashrufat's bedroom (though he doesn't need sleep in the strict sense of the word) and where Léa lives. As soon as Ashrufat entered, he saw Motu sitting on the edge of the bed, holding a book in his hand, as if reading. But if you look closely, you can see that although it is in a reading pose, its eyes do not move at all.

But then again, who would look at a vampire's eyes up close?

"Who?" said Motu as they entered. "Don't bother me if you don't have anything to do, I'm busy. ”

"Yes, master, this is my preconceived conversation. In her mind, Carrie said. "As soon as it senses someone approaching, it will say that. In this case, even if someone approaches suddenly, it will not be exposed. ”

Carrie...... The activities of the people in the castle...... Can't you master it?"

"Of course I'm fine. But my doppelganger ability is insufficient. Carrie replied. "If you compare it purely by computing power, my doppelganger is only about one-fortieth of my thinking and judgment ability. Come to think of it, master, my doppelganger is responsible for designing your city, keeping track of the progress of the construction of the entire territory, and designing it in detail. To control the signs of danger, to supervise the flow of goods and money, to analyze and judge the loyalty of your subordinate officials, and to carry out the necessary defense and infiltration against external hostile forces. And so on and so forth...... To know the Dao, you must carefully analyze, judge, calculate, and estimate your land, people, officials, and enemies, which consumes most of its strength, so there is really no time to keep track of the people inside the castle. ”

Originally...... Is Carrie's strength also limited?, Ashrufat couldn't help but think.

"But you're back, so let's put the magic figure in the storage room for the time being. In her mind, Carrie said.

Ashrufat clearly saw that the magic figure put down the book and stood up, stiffening his body. Then, a metal ball floated in from the outside, clinging to its body. So the magic figure maintained this unnatural stiff posture, and was carried off the ground by the metal orb, floating out of the room from Ashrufat's side, and suddenly disappeared out of sight around the corner.

Ashrufat noticed a lot of books piled up on the table at the edge of the room.

"I've ...... I learned to read, write and calculate. Leia's voice suddenly rang out. "Your Excellency. Carrie said I was doing a good job. She said with a flush on her face.

"In terms of human learning speed, she is really talented and willing to work hard. In her mind, Carrie said. "You look at the books on the table, she can read the books with ease and can ...... Well, how to put it, the ability to process and judge words is very strong. ”

Ashruphat noticed that in addition to some books, there was a letter on the table that was nearly complete. It was clear that Léa was writing the letter at the time of the news of the return of Ashrufat. Ashrufat picked up the letter, and Leia looked nervous, but she didn't stop Ashrufat's actions.

The content of the letter was not complicated, it was an official announcement, specifically, a restraining order. The content is generally to prohibit mining in a mountainous area, because mining can easily lead to collapse in the area, affecting the safety of the roads and residents below. Although this is not a particularly important matter, the whole announcement is written concisely and clearly, which can be understood at a glance. Ashrufat found that he could not change a word.

He still remembers that before he left, Léa was a student who had just learned to read and write, and it was still difficult for her to read ordinary books.

"Your Excellency...... I...... Can I write it?" Perhaps it had taken Ashrufat too long to hold the letter in his hand and read it, and Léa finally spoke, his voice mixed with a little unease.

"No, that's good. Ashrufat put the letter back in its original place. "Better than me. He smiled slightly, but there was a bit of praise and a bit of self-deprecation in this smile, so no one could tell. Having said that, Ashrufat also knew that he was not good at these words. The announcements he made before were actually handled by his subordinates and even Carrie.

"Really?"

"Really. Ashrufat replied. If nothing else, this document alone would allow him to understand how much effort Leia had put in. Léa also worked hard while he was out adventuring.

"This ...... My lord...... That Mimilu thing......" Leia said with some caution. "Carrie said it would be better to send her away......"

"I already know about Mimilu. Ashrufat replied. "It's okay, you didn't do anything wrong. He replied in a deep voice. Immortality is a blessing on the one hand, and a curse on the other. Ashrufat suddenly remembered what Kaye had told him, that even if humans and elves were married to each other, they were destined to be unhappy. The difference in longevity between the two parties determines everything, happiness is short-lived, while painful memories stay with you for a long time.

If he doesn't do anything, then sooner or later he will have to face the pain of parting with Mimilu's life and death, and if he lets Mimilu also use the sink to prolong her life, it will be tantamount to passing on his own pain to Mimilu.

"Master, Scarlet is back. In her mind, Carrie reminded. "She's coming here soon. As it happens, she wasn't in the castle, but she was on the side. ”

A few seconds later, Ashruphat saw Scarlet rush in like the wind.

Scarlet looked no different than when he left. She was still wearing the armor, and only the windswept strands of hair on her forehead indicated her hurried steps. When he saw Ashrufat, Scarlet paused slightly, as if to judge whether he was the real person or a stand-in.

"Master!" Scarlet recognized the identity of "Ashrufat" in the room. But she didn't rush over like Leia just now and give a passionate hug, but instead stood up slightly stiff. "You're back!"

Ashrufat laughed inwardly. Although he has been away for several years, neither Scarlet nor Leia has changed. Scarlet is still the same, accustomed to hiding the waves in her heart under the mask of indifference.

"I ......" Scarlet looked like she wanted to say something, but she didn't say anything. Ashrufat walked over to her and hugged her hard in his arms before Scarlet could react. Scarlet didn't refuse, and her hand was equally gentle around Ashrufat's waist and abdomen.

"You're back......" she repeated softly, a little choked in her voice.

"I seem to have said I'd definitely come back. Ashrufat said. "During my absence, you took good care of everything. ”

...... (It was decided to respect the reader's opinion and omit some of the beds/plays.) I am an author who keeps up with the times...... ）

Ashrufat stared at the ceiling with his eyes open.

It must be said that even though this is something he used to do, the feeling has become a little rusty. Since he left the castle to save Mimilu, he has been gone for more than three years, based on the time of this world. Speaking of which, it seems to be a long and not short period of time.

"Master, don't you think it's enough?" Carrie suddenly spoke. Now Ashrufat could clearly feel the change in Carrie...... If in the past this feeling was only vague, it has become very obvious since accepting the trade of the Rat God. "According to me, the two wives are indeed a little less. It's okay like Scarlet, but Leia's physical strength is relatively poor. But don't worry, you have a whole harem, more than a thousand. If you need, I can pick out ten or eight for you right now...... Well, if you care about how Scarlet and Leia feel, then you can change places. ”

Ashrufat looked at the sides of his body. Both Scarlet and Leia fall asleep from exhaustion, especially Leia, whose blonde hair is scattered on the pillow. It seems a little too crazy to meet again tonight after a long absence......

"Carrie, did you tell Scarlet that it was my decision to organize that guard?" Ashrufat did not respond to Carrie's proposal, but changed the subject.

"I can't help it, master. Carrie replied in an innocent voice. "If a lie can alleviate the resistance to the work and promote the progress of the plan, then the lie is necessary and even indispensable. Whether it's me or my doppelganger, we all follow this principle. Besides, Scarlet aside, Leia really needs the right guards. ”

"What are you not ...... for?" said Ashrufat, halfway through. Since he can now biochemically modify anyone as he wants, why don't you directly let Leia also get the strength?

"Because according to the principle of checks and balances, you have to keep the two of them in a state of equilibrium. The ideal state is that Leia has good management ability, and Scarlet has strong combat power. Neither can replace the other, and this model can last. Besides, in fact, Leia is not suitable for fighting at all, she does not have the corresponding courage. ”

"Courage?" Ashruphat suddenly remembered his Sailor Guard, could it be that Carrie's choice was justified?

"That's right. If combat skills or physical strength can be easily acquired through acquired training, then courage is more difficult. From a psychological point of view, this is a natural formation in the process of biological growth, and it is difficult to change it after tomorrow. Not only intelligent creatures, but also ordinary animals. ”