Imperial Crown

Chapter 64 Second-order magic (Part 2)

Eric hesitated again and again, but finally succumbed to Nancy's "power".

After all, he really couldn't think of how to stop Nancy's plan, and speaking out was the safest choice in both public and private matters.

It was just some basic military arrangements, so it was no big deal to tell Nancy.

He persuaded himself thus.

"...Miss Nancy, I said."

"Haha! It would have been better if it had been like this. You have to waste my time." Nancy supported her chin and said, "Tell me quickly, what did he say to you?"

Eric gave an overview of Raven's arrangements, and Nancy would repeatedly ask about some places.

After listening to Eric's story and his confusion about Raven's arrangement of Vesdon in the army, Nancy showed a look of contempt: "Tsk, you can't even figure this out, you deserve to be a soldier for the rest of your life. You can be a rude warrior, but if I were you, I wouldn't let you become a knight!"

As she spoke, she shook her head and sighed: "Raven is really a born noble. Like all nobles, he is sinister and despicable!"

Eric looked sullenly: "Miss Nancy, please don't slander the Baron!"

"Am I slandering him?" Nancy sneered and said, "You can't tell what he's thinking, but I know it very well! I've seen this kind of drama a lot. He looks so amiable, but in fact he wants to stab someone twice at any time. This is the kind of person he talks about."

"Miss Nancy, you must provide evidence when you speak!" Eric was a little angry.

"Evidence? How could he leave evidence behind what he did?" Nancy looked at Eric condescendingly: "That's right, you definitely can't figure it out with your poor wisdom."

"I received an aristocratic education since I was a child, and I have been exposed to all kinds of aristocratic conspiracies since I was a child. You have to know that men will do anything to compete for the title!"

"Raven asked Vesdon to join your team, and also proposed to divide the troops. He obviously disliked this younger brother for a long time, and pushed him to die! But he had to make that harmonious gesture before, haha , It’s so hypocritical!”

Eric's pupils trembled: "Impossible, absolutely impossible! Miss Nancy, you take the Baron too seriously..."

"Okay, okay, whatever you think Raven is, that's what he is. It has nothing to do with me!" Nancy jumped up from the window and threw the potion to Eric: "Hey, I finally caught you. "

"This time, I must convince you!"

With that said, she walked excitedly to find Raven.

Looking at her back, Eric had mixed feelings in his heart. He didn't want to question the Baron, but Nancy's voice lingered in his heart.

He turned around and walked out, his mind in a state of confusion until the biting cold wind hit his face, which made his mind clearer.

"Lord Baron...are you going to let Master Weston die on purpose?"

This was really something he could never have imagined, but if he thought about it this way, everything would fall into place.

Vesdon had no military training and was young and impulsive. This kind of person was most likely to die in battle, especially in an open field battle.

Moreover, Baron Raven specifically emphasized that he should wear the baron's chain mail and the battle flag should be erected behind Vesdon. In this way, he would be the most conspicuous point on the battlefield.

The easiest way to win the battle is to defeat the opponent's leader and seize the opponent's battle flag.

At that time, Vesdon will become the target of all enemies!

Eric suddenly felt that today's north wind was colder than ever before, blowing into the seams of his nails, penetrating into his skin and melting into his blood vessels.

"Could it be that Lord Baron had already made preparations when Vesdon first came back?"

At that time, even Eric felt that Raven was being too tolerant to Vesdon.

But he didn't expect that behind those tender feelings, there was such a bloody conspiracy!

I didn't expect that Lord Baron's thoughts would be so deep, so...

cruel.

He thought again of the night Raven had gained his allegiance.

Only then did Eric realize that the baron's madness and cold-bloodedness had never changed.

At the same time, Nancy had pushed open the door of Lei's library, and the latter put the books in his hands on the table and glared at her: "Miss Nancy, I have already said that I will never take you to Bloody Heights... "

"No, this time, you will!" Nancy said with a confident smile on her face: "Because I have caught your handle!"

"What's my handle?" Raven chuckled and stretched, "Oh, I'm really curious about that."

"You can only be proud now." Nancy curled her lips: "In one minute, the smile will disappear from your face!"

"Well, okay, I'll wait and see." Raven had a casual smile on his face.

"I've heard everything from Eric." Nancy said: "You are planning to let Vesdon follow you to Bloody Heights. In fact, you want him to die, right?"

Raven's heart sank at first, and then he raised his eyebrows: "I don't know what you are talking about."

"Stop pretending, Raven." Nancy walked to Raven's desk, leaned down and looked directly into the latter's eyes: "Vesdon has no bloodline from the Griffith family, and is ugly and stupid. You must have been a long time ago. I don’t like him anymore, if I don’t want him to die, there is no reason to take him with me!”

Raven's eyes were gloomy: "Is this what Eric told you?"

"Him? Oh, he's not much smarter than Weston. I just used a little trick to pry open his mouth!" Nancy said proudly: "Don't try to change the subject. Just one sentence, are you willing to take me to the Bloody Highlands?"

"If you dare to say no, I will immediately make this matter known to everyone!"

Raven put his hands under his chin, frowning slightly.

He didn't expect Nancy to be able to pry words out of Eric's mouth, let alone that she could see the secret.

It seems that he still underestimated this woman from the Earl's family.

Seeing Raven's "worried face", Nancy felt more comfortable: "But, I also know your character, I won't let you take me there for nothing."

"As long as you agree, I will give you a second-level magic, how about it?"

Raven raised his eyebrows.

Second-level magic? ?

Taking a deep breath, Raven's face showed a very tangled expression.

But the corners of his mouth that kept twitching were a little difficult to suppress.

The price of a second-level magic spell on the market is usually between 800-2000 gold coins, and some rare spells may reach 3000 or even 5000 gold coins, which have always been in short supply.

The only conventional way to obtain magic is through the Church of Light, and unless you are a wizard affiliated with the church, it is difficult to obtain the desired spell. Even if you hand in the gold coins, it is still uncertain whether you can get it.

After all, it is a "donation". Since it is a donation, isn't it normal that there is no return occasionally?

So Raven is very clear about the preciousness of second-level magic. If Nancy had made such an "excessive" request earlier, why would she have waited until now?

In his inherent concept, he thought that magic could not be taught privately.

After all, doing so might affect the interests of the Magic Guild, the Church of Light, and... some unspeakable major forces.

He almost wanted to agree immediately, but considering Nancy's personality, his face showed a completely opposite expression.

After all, since he had already taken advantage, he had to let out the air in this "pressure cooker".

Just as Raven expected, Nancy was feeling more and more happy.

The matter of asking Raven to take her to the Bloody Highlands was full of twists and turns, and there were many obstacles in the process.

No matter what means Nancy used, she was rejected and resolved by Raven. Even her most proud charm did not work, and she had accumulated a lot of anger in her heart.

Now the more Raven struggled, the happier she felt. She twitched her nose and said, "Hmph, you were so proud before that you ignored my plea. Now you know how powerful I am, right?"

"Tell me quickly, do you agree or not?"

"Ah..." Raven sighed, "In that case, I have no choice but to agree."

"Great!"

Nancy smiled happily, and her two canine teeth flashed with excitement. She wiped her right hand on the index finger of her left hand, and a simple scroll appeared in her hand: "Yes, I'll give it to you!"

She actually had space equipment, and it was in the shape of a ring.

Raven took the scroll and unfolded it, reading its name: "Cinders."

"Yeah, that's right, second-level magic!" Nancy said proudly: "You are also a fire mage, although only first-level, but if you practice for half a year, there may be a 10% chance that you can release it!"

But Raven did not respond to this sentence, just looked at the scroll word by word.

"Okay, don't read it yet!" Nancy's hand blocked the scroll: "I won't fool you with fake things."

"You must remember to take me with you when you go to the Bloody Highlands!"

Raven nodded: "Of course, Miss Nancy, but fighting is not a game after all. You must obey my command at that time, and you can't bring any servants."

"Tsk, do you need to tell me? I'm not a child anymore." Nancy rolled her eyes at him, turned around and walked out the door. As soon as she opened the door, her footsteps paused.

Eric was standing at the door at this time.

Nancy patted his shoulder and left quickly.

At this time, the retainer's face was full of guilt and embarrassment. He stood there at a loss, neither advancing nor retreating.

"Come in." Raven said so.

But Eric still couldn't move his feet. The guilt in his heart was too heavy.

"Come in!" Raven raised his voice: "Do you still want me to invite you?"

"I dare not!" Eric trembled, hurried into the door, and knelt on the ground with a bang with a bottle of potion in his hands: "Baron, I have betrayed your trust, informed Miss Nancy of your arrangements, and accepted her magic detection reagents as a bribe. Please punish me!"

He lowered his head, his eyes were determined, and reported the conversation between him and Nancy in detail.

Indeed, Baron Raven's actions were too fierce and too cold-blooded, but after all, he was not calculating him, and what he did was undoubtedly a betrayal of Baron Raven!

This Nord man could not face the pain in his heart, so he could only come here, tell the truth, and leave his fate to Raven to decide!

"…That's it, sir!"

After telling the story, the study fell into a long silence, and Eric became more and more uneasy.

Suddenly, the sound of a chair rubbing against the carpet was heard, and Eric heard the footsteps of Raven approaching.

His heartbeat was getting faster and faster, and he closed his eyes, ready to bear all the consequences.

No matter what the punishment was, he could accept it.

Snap.

Unexpectedly, Raven's hand fell on his shoulder and patted him gently: "Get up."

"Uh..." Eric looked up in surprise and saw Raven's angular face: "Baron, I..."

"If you didn't come today, it would be a big deal." Raven had a gentle smile on his face: "But you came and told me everything without hiding anything, which is enough to prove your loyalty."

Eric came, and not only that, he also handed over the potion that Nancy gave him with both hands.

Either Eric's scheming is deep enough to understand what "survival from death" means, or he really realized his mistake and still maintained his unreserved loyalty to Raven.

Raven can see what kind of person he is.

Although it was only one sentence, Eric felt a heavy trust from it. Compared with his previous selfishness, he felt more ashamed and grateful, and tears came out of his eyes:

"... Baron, from today on, I am willing to obey your orders forever, and I am willing to give you everything I have!"

"My life, my soul!"

"I believe you, and this time, it's not just your problem." Raven nodded heavily: "From today, let your family move to Eagle Castle."

"We are destined not to be trapped in the small Eagle Territory. In the future, we will have more and more enemies. We can't let your weaknesses always be exposed."

Eric took a deep breath and nodded vigorously: "Thank you for your kindness and magnanimity!"

Raven whispered: "Go, don't let today's incident affect your mood. The battle of Bloody Highlands cannot be separated from you."

Standing up and saluting, Eric turned and retreated.

Looking at Eric's back, Raven's eyes gradually became deep.

Then he sat back in his chair, looking at the magic scroll in his hand, with a smile on his lips: "Nancy, Nancy, thank you so much!"

Second-level magic, priceless!

And it's the most destructive fire magic!

In fact, Raven knew from the beginning that Nancy would never give up.

The reason why he didn't agree to Nancy's request was that he didn't want Nancy to take it too lightly.

She must have worked hard to fight for it herself, so she would cherish this opportunity and willingly obey Raven's orders and instructions.

But what he didn't expect was that Nancy would actually set her sights on Eric, almost leaving an unbridgeable rift between the two.

Fortunately, Eric withstood the test and explained the facts to Raven in detail. Not only did the relationship between the two not break down, but Eric's loyalty went up a level.

"Huh..." Raven let out a long breath and went through the schedule in his mind again.

Strengthening subordinates, completed; purchasing war horses and pack horses, completed; strengthening war horses, completed; making Warcraft leather armor, completed; purchasing enchanted equipment, completed; proficiently using two first-level magic, completed...

He has made all the preparations he can think of!

Next, just wait for the departure in half a month!

A relaxed smile appeared on his face, and then a look of fatigue climbed up his cheeks.

Raven felt a sense of relief that it had come to an end for the time being, but he felt a little empty.

Knock, knock.

There was a knock on the door.

"Come in."

The door opened, and Petty came in with a tray: "Baron, dinner."

"Dinner?" Raven looked out the window, and found that the sky was completely shrouded in darkness: "It's already this time."

Petty put the food on the tray on the table: "Since you didn't go to the restaurant for dinner, Madam Denise specifically asked me to bring it to you."

Raven tied a napkin and asked: "Where is she?"

"After dinner, she went back to her room to rest." Petty answered respectfully.

"I know, leave now." Raven said.

"Baron..."

Suddenly, Petty's voice as thin as a mosquito sounded.

Raven looked up and found that Petty's face had become ruddy at some point.

Her head was also tightly lowered, like a young girl in love.

Raven was a little stunned, and for a moment he couldn't tell who was whose forbidden fruit...

"Okay, okay, I'm too busy these days, let's talk about everything after the bloody highland incident is over."

Raven said indifferently.

"Yes..." A hint of disappointment flashed across Petty's face, and he left as ordered.

He ate a few bites of food, but lost his appetite. Finally, with a clang, Raven threw his fork on the plate and untied his napkin and threw it aside.