The wind-blown Boundary Mountain, the original smoke of gunpowder has long since disappeared, calm and desolate, as if nothing had happened, the path of the sun has not changed in the slightest, the land is still dark black, everything is normal - yes, if it were not for the ruined castle of Severcroa.

Once again, the huge coalition forces were on their way north to Caesarea. Not a single soldier complained about his early departure, and his face was filled with excitement, as if he were an ancient hero, with his chest held high and his head held high.

Whatever the outcome, the North will unite into a new human kingdom, and Theodore Julian, the owner of the Radiant Cross, will become the new Human Emperor. And they will be witnesses to it all, witness the beginning of a legend, and even be a part of that story!

Theodore sent waves of cavalry to spread the news of his victory and the complete destruction of the fortress of Severcros throughout the northern human world, and issued orders to all the lords of the north, or invitations, to Caesarea.

And Gendry, the young new knight of the Imperial Guard, was to take on another great mission, to Caesarea with Theodore's own letters, and to the Senate in his own hands.

"Tell them that, whether they can accept this reality or not, Rome will be closely bound to all the humanity of the north, and that a new kingdom is about to be born - ask them for a triumphal ceremony in the name of Caesar, and this will be my coronation!"

Gendry didn't really understand what Theodore was saying, but he knew very well that it was very important - as he said these words, Theodore's eyes were full of strength and irresistibility, and he felt the majesty of this "new emperor" for the first time.

The ruins of the fortress of Severcro in the morning light seem to be asleep, with its ruined walls, towers, and once bustling inner forts, noisy workshops............ All was at peace. This giant, who once stretched out his arms for the north, finally fell asleep, no longer bothered by the disputes of the world, and ended his mission.

Theodore, dressed in a large hat, knelt on one knee in front of the stone monument outside the ruins, and gently rested his right hand on it, as if praying. Behind him stood Terenus, who had come to worship with him, and the chief El of the Sevencro knights, and the leisurely Bode leaned to the side with his arms crossed, trying to pretend that he didn't care, but the sad gaze still couldn't hide it.

"In words only. To all those who came after me, we will recount the heroes who fought bravely here, from Anduria in the Silent Forest to the distant Emerald Savannah, who defended their honor and promise with their lives and are eternally buried here. No matter which one of them deserves everyone's gratitude. O travelers who have passed by, pray to the gods for them. ”

Theodore's voice gradually became muffled, and his expression was a little lost, not like he had just won a battle. His left hand gripped the hilt of the sword at his waist tightly and slowly stood up.

"That's a good write, who wrote this?" said Bodø, walking up behind Theodore, as if trying to liven up the atmosphere, "The priest named Kaisso?"

"Nope. In fact, he was a bard who accompanied the army - a very brave descendant of a fallen family, a knight. I insisted on doing something for my comrades-in-arms who fought side by side with me. Theodore smiled reluctantly: "If it had been written by Kaisso, I'm afraid that the whole article would have been blessed by my god." ”

But this cold joke did not make Theodore really laugh, and walked to the side of the El Knight Captain with heavy steps: "Maybe I should apologize to you. ”

"Nope. You don't have anything to apologize for, it's all meant to be...... Moreover, I think this ending is already very good. Al spoke at ease. The corners of his mouth even raised slightly: "The Severcros who have held the Broken Boundary Mountain for four hundred years can finally sleep well - their mission has ended, which is good." ”

"But as the last remaining Severcrot, I still can't give up my hatred - I want revenge, I want the orcs to taste what it's like to be surrounded on all sides and die in embarrassment!" Al still smiled, but the smile was full of bloodlust, "Please let me have a position in your army, even if it's a small soldier." With that, Al slowly knelt down.

"The Roman legions welcome all those who want to give to humanity and reclaim glory on the battlefield to join our cause. Theodore gently lifted his shoulders: "Of course, it also includes you!"

"It's time to unite all, gentlemen. Theodore said, "Only by clenching our fists and pooling all our forces can we defeat the orcs once and for all!"

.................." The letter from the Roundstone Council has just arrived, Lord Julian. On the way back, Terenus, the leader of the Knights of the Dawn, followed closely by Theodore's side, whispering as he went, "But their messenger soon returned, saying that he was also going to deliver a letter to Van Ra in the Forest of Silence. ”

"Cobblestone Council?" Theodore frowned slightly, "You mean dwarves? I once heard the Crown Prince Levard of Singar, now the king of Singar, and I heard him mention it once. ”

"That's right, the ancient Cobblestone Council is said to be the earliest city-state council of the dwarves, and the dwarves were not the masters of the Black Rock Basin at that time, but fortunately, because of the orcs, these brains finally got a little enlightened. ”

"That is, now that the Dwarves of Singar are in power, His Majesty Rivard has finally obtained the chair he has always dreamed of. Theodor said jokingly, "Are the dwarves on our side now?"

"They will send a large viewing group to Caesarea for your triumphal and coronation. And, of course, you and Her Highness Helena...... Wedding ......" said the word "wedding" and Tyrenus couldn't help but pause: "All the dignitaries of the dwarven city-states will be present to send blessings and gifts. ”

"Don't they think it's a little late? I gave an order to assemble in advance, and even the Noldor elves sent an army, but the dwarves didn't move anything!" Theodore sneered: "It's as if we begged them, they seem to have forgotten who helped the Black Rock Basin retake New Gar!"

"These are the dwarves, they have been dead brains for thousands of years, and even in the time of Aragorn, they were the only race that did not fight alongside the human emperor. Terenus said helplessly: "But it is undeniable that we need their help, the Black Rock Basin can gather a large army, which can attract the attention of the orcs for the north, and we can flank the orcs on two fronts!"

"If you can win with numbers, it's the mathematicians who rule the world. Theodore muttered casually, "Send an emissary to the Black Rock Basin—at least it should be a courtesy, shouldn't it?"

"It's up to you. Terenus smiled a little helplessly, "I'll put Will in charge of this, I'm sure he will live up to expectations." ”

I prefer to go into details, he is not satisfied with his current job of protecting the walled city. Theodore said, "Let Will go, and hope that this honor will ease his restless sense of honor." ”

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The pitch-black tent, with only a lamp at the head of the bed, the flames flickered gently, reflecting Sir Ludwig's tired face, his eyes were tightly closed, his eyebrows were about to be squeezed together, and his arms twitched from time to time, like a fish out of water.

"Is that you, Your Highness the Princess? I hear your footsteps. Ludwig pursed his lips and said in a slight voice: "Don't be too careful, it's okay...... Please forgive me for not being able to get up and pay tribute to you. ”

"I should pay your respects, the honourable Sir Ludwig Ahart. Helena's soft voice, like a warm wind, slowly sat down on Ludwig's bedside, and caressed the tired face with pity: "You are really brave—I heard General Mehemus say that without you, the Kwyn River would not have been able to hold out to us." ”

“...... There are no ifs in this world, and every man should be ready to die from birth. Ludwig whispered, "And you saved a lot of people who would have died...... Take me, for example. ”

"I just complained that I didn't get there faster. Helena's voice was tinged with sadness: "They could have avoided all this...... Perhaps, Theodore he shouldn't have ......"

"Never question him if you're going to be his other half!" Ludwig suddenly became serious, and his over-excited mood even made him a little breathless: "North...... Ahem, the north needs such a lord to rule, and they want to see an invincible, all-powerful man to defend the north...... Of course, we all know that no one is perfect in this world, but we need to create a ...... The Emperor of Man, who gives hope to mankind. ”

"I ...... I had the privilege of serving as your brother's bodyguard, and saw things that ordinary people would never have had the chance to see - the legendary Aragorn was not so holy and perfect, he was an alcoholic, a man of nonsense, and never counted, and it is said that he had a ...... for young girls Paranoid affection...... Ahem, ahem......" Ludwig coughed a few times, and Helena's face was a little more regent.

"But he gave hope to mankind, so ...... Everyone imagined this human majesty to be perfect, and this is what they need. A bitter smile appeared on Ludwig's face: "But that's not why I'm looking for you...... I'm here to ask for your forgiveness. (To be continued......)