Chapter 55: The Chess Player

Amid the hustle and bustle, Tails stared blankly at the dagger in his hand, silently retrograde, allowing countless members of the guard to pass by his side.

The figure of the prince was dotted among the heavy armor that had hurried away, looking lonely and detached.

Harsh and prominent.

In the next second, it seemed that the ban was lifted, and the long-dormant crowd of guests became a sensation.

Waves of sound swarmed, cheers, discussions, applause, and whispers continued.

"Oh my God, I swear, this party is the coolest thing I've ever had this year......"

"It's a star, isn't it? It reminds me of forty years ago...... cough cough cough ......"

"No, let me tell you, Polaris was still in the Northlands...... That's called one, see the king kill the king, see the grand duke kill the grand duke...... We're old elk city old and rare him!"

"I remember, in the future, when anyone asks about today's scene, they don't talk much, they just say that the royal guards control the scene......"

"His gesture is so brave, ah, good Xianni, I will whisper to you, oh, I want to be pressed against the wall and kissed by His Highness...... Ah, what are you too? Hmph, shameless! slut!"

"I'll tell you, go back and immediately take a stake in the glassmakers' guild, especially the wine production ......."

"No, listen to me, until the Fuxing Palace makes any reaction, you are not allowed to come to the Min Dith Hall again, and you are not allowed to comment on today's affairs......"

"Before that slut of Enosa starts, we need to find out the details of His Royal Highness the Duke's life in the north, especially what kind of girl he likes......"

"Sure enough, I still can't get rid of the style of the Yankees, tell you, be careful in the future......"

"Ma Ma, I also want to study in Exeter...... Otherwise, it's okay to be a hostage!"

"Did you write it down? Yes, in this order: quail eggs, roast goose, lettuce, and especially lettuce......"

"Tell your father that all the usury you have put an end to your family...... Losses? Are you still thinking about losses? Doyle is a lesson in the past!"

"Do you hear that? Do you hear me?" 'I have the courage to stand in front of him and look him in the eye'?"

"No, you can't even mention it when you go back, especially the ...... of the bet."

It was as if the enthusiasm that had been lost by the public for a while had finally returned after the situation had subsided.

"Thankfully, thankfully, my sunset...... That damn villain, I swear, I swear......" Baron Doyle hugged his son and wife, crying uncontrollably, and embarrassed D.D.

Many people began to look at the Star Prince who was interspersed between the figures of the guards, with their backs to the hall.

But Tails just didn't say anything.

He raised his head slightly, looking at the empty top seat after the king had left.

It's like living in your own world.

Don't be disturbed, don't be disturbed.

"Alright, Flag Wing will take over from here...... Escort directly to the secret department," Vogel ordered the men who escorted Anker, and glanced at the distracted Tails again, with a complicated expression:

"Obviously, a lot of people have to work overtime tonight. ”

Soon, under the gaze of all kinds, Anke was escorted away by the guards, and although he did not struggle, the length of the escort was still comparable to that of a guard of honor.

Tails silently listened to the sound of Anker being escorted away, not looking into his eyes.

On the other side, Doyle's family was very difficult to escape and cried with joy.

Tails didn't react.

It was as if a boulder had been pressed against his chest, making it difficult for him to react.

Marios motioned for Glover to put on the duke's cloak, but was stopped by Tails.

As the backbone of the pro-royal party, Earl Godwin coughed, stepped forward, and greeted Tails like an elder:

"Your Highness, thank you for your hard work tonight......"

"If you don't mind, I think the banquet is here......"

But Tails suddenly spoke:

"I'm sorry, guys!"

Duke Xinghu's sudden loud voice interrupted the buzzing conversation.

Tails turned.

His face was cold, which made everyone's hearts sink.

Looking at the prince's expression, Marlos frowned slightly.

Tails knew that more than one person had told him that a smile was the best armor.

But the Northlanders taught him:

Only armor, not enough to fight.

The prince pressed the bewildered Earl Godwin and walked towards the crowd.

"I know, maybe today, my opening words were too gentle. ”

Tails' eyes were cold like never before:

"It's easy to get misunderstood. ”

The banquet hall was completely silent.

Tails lowered his voice, but his words were incomparably clear against the silence:

"But for those who don't know me, or don't like me, or don't even want to see me......"

Tails grimaced:

"I don't mind, repeat the welcome speech. ”

He paced lightly, his piercing eyes grazing over each guest.

It makes people feel resigned.

"Gentlemen!"

Tails suddenly raised his voice, biting out the strength and intimidation that he had been accustomed to but deliberately forgotten between his teeth:

"I'm Tails!"

He looked around at the crowd, his eyes furious.

"A name that you can't find even if you look through the seven-hundred-year genealogy of the Bright Star Family!"

There was another whisper from the guests, but it quickly faded into silence under Tails' eyes.

Tails lowered his head and rubbed the short sword in his hand, feeling its precious material and good feel, and said in a deep voice:

"So, you may not know ......"

"The last six years. ”

"I am neither the Prince of the Stars nor the Duke of the Star Lake. ”

The guests looked at each other.

Tails played with the dagger and didn't look up, but his every word was muffled, making the guests subconsciously prick up their ears:

"I have witnessed the cannibalism of the princes and the death of Nunn. ”

"I have experienced dragons descending from heaven and calamity burning cities. ”

"I have witnessed the rebellion of the soldiers, and Chaman has been honored. ”

Tails' pupils converged, and he raised his head suddenly:

"The Black Sand Leader hates me like a mortal enemy, and Longxiao City regards me as a disaster star!"

His sudden chill made many listeners feel excited.

Tails strode forward, his gaze resolute, stabbing at everyone who looked at him.

The crowd subconsciously retreated as he approached.

"And all of Exeter, thousands of living beings, call me β€”"

While the words were still speaking, Tails flashed his short sword and slammed into a long table in front of him!

Boom!

In the muffled sound of palpitations, Tails roared loudly:

"Polaris!"

With the help of the Sins of the River Hell, his voice echoed through the banquet hall, causing the lights to flicker and figures flickering.

The whole hall was silent.

Hundreds of people, including many high-ranking bigwigs, did not dare to take a breath at this time.

Tails stared at the blade on the table, breathless.

One second.

Two seconds.

Three seconds.

Tails finally let go of the dagger.

The hilt of the sword trembled slightly.

But the silence lingered, and the guests remained silent.

Until Tails said coldly:

"Gentlemen, welcome to my ...... Mindis Room. ”

He turned his head, expressionless, and ended in a cold voice:

"Have fun. ”

"The banquet is over. ”

No one moved.

It wasn't until Marlos sighed and stepped forward that he ordered the royal guards and the guards of the Mindis Hall to dissuade the guests.

Vogel and Earl Godwin also stepped forward and arranged for everyone to leave.

Only then did the banquet hall gradually regain its popularity, and the sound of discussion and footsteps sounded again, but it was much more orderly and low-key, as if it deliberately avoided the Duke of Star Lake, who was not in a good mood.

Tails was still standing in the middle of the hall, behind him the dagger that had disrupted his feast.

"I remember to ask you to fetch the Alert," Tails asked, without looking back, as he came behind him, as if he had something to say:

"Why haven't you picked it up yet?"

Marlos, motioning to the guests passing by, and apologizing to them on behalf of the Duke, replied without healing:

"That sword is hidden in a locker in your study, and I don't have the code. ”

Tails was slightly stunned.

"Why didn't you just ask me?"

"Because," said Marlos, glancing at the dagger behind him:

"You never thought you'd use that sword. ”

Tails paused, then smiled in relief.

"Then you're not worried, aren't you worried that he'll really duel with me?"

Marios chuckled softly, raised the fist he had been clenching, and looked overhead.

Tails looked up in his gaze as well.

Soon he saw five or six members of the Star Lake Guard emerge from the shadows high above the banquet hall, each with a bow and crossbow in hand, looking at them alertly.

Marlos slowly let go of his long-clenched fist.

In the next second, the royal guards in the shadows put away their bows and crossbows.

"That's ...... Toledo, Morgan, Italiano around you, ......"

Tails recognized these people and couldn't help but be surprised.

"Your impromptu sniper squad," Tails said abruptly:

"How do I remember that Vogel stopped you?"

Marlos snorted lightly and looked at Vogel, who had said goodbye to several nobles in the distance.

"He thought he was stopping me. ”

Tails exhaled,

"Did you think about the price of doing this?" asked Marhos softly.

Tails shook his head:

"Nope. ”

"And now?"

Tails' heart sank, and he fell silent.

Marlos didn't say anything, his expression was still indifferent.

The hall began to flow with guests, many of whom bowed goodbye to Tails, but many more lingered, as if they wanted to linger for a little longer.

For example, the Seven Servants of the Bright Stars.

"Very skillfully handled, Your Highness, worthy of being the proud protΓ©gΓ© of Count Cassel. ”

This is Baron Sto, the Seven Servants of the Bright Stars, who has always had a gloomy face and doesn't know what to think.

"The villain is a traitor, and he is so presumptuous," the old Viscount Patterson said indignantly:

"Your Highness, you must be determined to set the record straight, otherwise such tricks will only become more and more rampant. ”

"This matter is not trivial, Your Highness take care. ”

Viscount Adrian's farewell was succinct and clear.

"Your Highness's great kindness, the Doyle family can't repay it...... Only ......"

It was a crying old baron, but long before he could start his speech, he was dragged away by the observant D.D., and before leaving, he confessed to Tails.

"Your Highness, your righteous deeds for your subordinates are deeply rooted in the hearts of the people," said Lady Eleanor, who led her son Luther to say goodbye, softly:

"The Lord of Kindness will be blessed. ”

Facing them, Tails was expressionless, and at most bowed slightly.

Until Val Arende, in shackles, escorted by the guards, came to him.

"You're going to be a problem, kid," Duke Arend snorted softly, staring at Tails with interest:

"A lot of trouble, big trouble. ”

Tails moved suddenly, he slowly raised his head, and forced his eyes to look at the other party:

"Bigger than you?"

Val raised his eyebrows, smiled, and said nothing, but instructed his escort:

"Let's go, I miss my deluxe single room. ”

After Val left, Lozano Croover, one of the Seven Attendants, came to him:

"The shortcomings of Jinghe and Crow Town, Your Highness, are by no means a temporary burden, nor are they more than one place, they will affect many parties, please pay more attention when you deal with them. ”

Tails nodded, unsettled.

Viscount Lozano paused slightly, and he glanced at Glofo, who was coordinating the work on the other side.

"My brother, Kalun, is timid and taciturn, he often forgets to sleep and eat at work, he doesn't know how to rest, and he rarely goes home," Lozano looked at his brother with a complicated look:

"Please let him come back regularly for vacation, so that he can better serve the royal family. ”

Tails' eyes moved slightly:

"I will. ”

Lozano nodded, bowed and left.

"That's it?"

Tails turned his head, and Cousin Nantope blinked his one-eyed and looked at the prince disapprerovingly.

"No," Tails said lightly, trying not to think about the gloom deep inside:

"This is just the beginning. ”

Cousin snorted.

"I'll be back in Junlin City soon. ”

The Duke of Yadi hooked the corners of his mouth: "Tonight, there are a few special strange stones of Yadi in the gift I brought to you, find a few trustworthy people, and keep them." ”

Tails frowned in confusion:

"Why?"

"Because they are military letter crow directional stones," said Cord unconcernedly:

"Connected to a few military intelligence crows that have not yet been prepared at the post office, and which even the secret department does not know. ”

Tails let out a breath:

"Why didn't you just say that?"

Cousin snorted and shook his head:

"Because at that time, your feast had not yet begun. ”

He glanced at Marhos, who was arranging affairs not far away:

"Because then, you didn't need it yet. ”

Tails was stunned.

But the one-eyed dragon departed, without any nostalgia.

The figure hurried and said goodbye, and Tails watched tiredly and indifferently as today's "unique" banquet came to an end.

Until he saw one of them.

Tails took a deep breath and thought back to everything that had happened tonight.

He smiled.

Amid the cacophony of guests, Tails raised his head and called out to the figure who was about to leave:

"Dear Jenn!"

The hall was quiet again, and many people stopped to look to this side.

In the crowd, the approachable Duke of Iris turned around.

"Your Highness?"

Proper manners and elegant manners.

Tails looked at him and suddenly said:

"You forgot something. ”

Jenn was stunned:

"I don't know ...... something"

But the next moment, his face changed.

Because Tails turned around, without hesitation, and pulled out the short sword on the table with his backhand!

When!

The metal dagger flew a few meters and smashed into the stone ground, and the sound was incessant.

caused others to evade.

"The sword you brought," Tails said coldly in front of everyone:

"Won't you take it back?"

As soon as these words came out, everyone changed color and was shocked!

The hall fell completely silent.

Jenn's eyes opened slightly, and he looked at him in surprise.

Tails and Jenn, in the midst of countless hurried figures, their gazes unhindered across the crowd and met in the air.

Soon, Jenn's gaze faded from surprise, leaving him cold.

-for-tat with Tails.

As if there was a tacit understanding, after a flurry of panic and fear, the rest of the guests scrambled to speed away in batches, even Vogel.

It's like there's a plague in the banquet hall right now.

In a short time, the guests in the hall were almost gone.

Marlos frowned, waved his hand to let the equally surprised royal guards and servants leave, and silently backed back himself.

Jenn pondered for a few seconds, then turned back as well and withdrew his old butler.

"You know, I've been in the last six years,"

Tails chuckled:

"Did you learn anything from Longxiao City and from the Yankees?"

Duke Jenn frowned slightly.

He didn't speak, only his expression became more and more serious, and he didn't see the elegance and calmness of Fang Cai.

In the empty hall, Tails spoke softly, his tone becoming more solemn:

"You them. ”

Tails stared at Jenn, his eyes sharpened:

"They'll you back. ”

In the messy banquet hall, Duke Xinghu's voice echoed in every corner with a palpitating coldness:

"Only heavier. ”

"More ruthlessly. ”

"It hurts more. ”

Suddenly, the ballroom fell into a suffocating silence.

Only the two people who are far away from each other, with their eyes as swords, face each other in the air.

Until Jenn let out a sigh and sneered.

"How did you find out?"

Tails didn't speak.

He frowned, took a step back, and sat down in a chair, staring at the dagger in confusion.

"You told me. The prince hissed.

"Really?" said Jenn, smiling more and more happily, not caring at all:

"When?"

After a few seconds, Tails looked up, looked back at Jenn, and said:

"Now. ”

After watching the anti-epidemic news for a day, I felt that God had passed through, the threshold had reached the limit, and it was about to be broken.

It's still happier to write essays.

What happened to the Six Dynasties was only a private plan.

(End of chapter)