Mount and Blade

It seems that since the small fire last month, Cady has not spoken in his head for a long time. The tumor-like cocoon feeling on his neck has also disappeared, leaving only a shallow scar on his neck. , it feels like the wound has been closed.

Green touched the scar on his neck, thoughtfully. He always felt that things were not that simple. Why did Cady suddenly become quiet? Is it really related to that dream?

While Green was thinking, a gust of wind blew by, and a slightly alcoholic smell entered Green's nose. He turned around suddenly and saw a familiar figure standing not far away.

"...Who is it?" Green asked alertly.

The dark shadow slowly approached, and its face gradually became clearer. It was Edward.

"Is it you?" Green was a little surprised. After all, instead of taking a good rest after drinking, he ran to the wall where he was. It was hard to say that he didn't come here specifically to see him.

Is it because of Hickel? Don't be a stumbling block to children just because of this...

Edward's expression was normal, and he and Green looked at the town outside the inner city wall, and slowly said: "General Kirstin has given me the strategic report you analyzed. In just half a month, you can You are already very talented at analyzing such a sophisticated strategic plan.”

Green was stunned for a moment, not expecting Edward to mention this matter, "Thank you for the compliment, sir. I can only try my best to draw a rough outline in my mind. The battle situation is changing rapidly, and I still need you as a think tank to make a decision." Specific judgments and decisions are.”

"Well, it's good that you know. Being on the battlefield, I think that as a general, it is better to make adequate preparations before the war, always observe the situation on the battlefield, and know how to adapt to changes in order to achieve the greatest results."

"Sometimes a seemingly sophisticated strategy may not achieve the desired results when implemented." Edward turned to look at Green, a trace of wisdom and calmness flashed in his eyes, "Wars never go according to plan. We need to base our efforts on the actual situation. Only by being flexible can you remain invincible on the battlefield.”

Green nodded slightly in agreement. He knew that Edward had rich experience and excellent wisdom in the military field, and these words were also his experience in many years of fighting.

"However, your analytical skills are indeed amazing. I'm a little impressed with you, Hanks." Edward praised Green without hesitation, showing a somewhat self-deprecating smile.

Green looked at Edward and said nothing for a long time, because the drunken Edward always had his brows furrowed, as if with a touch of suppressed melancholy. He probably wanted to say more than that, as if he had something on his mind, Green thought.

"...You always make Hickel smile."

There was no joy or anger in Edward's tone, and Green didn't know how to respond for a moment, so he could only turn his eyes away from the wall.

The night wind blew, and there was a subtle silence between the two.

"...Maybe." Green replied calmly. After all, he was a latecomer and didn't know how deep the bond between them was.

He didn't want to dwell too much on the topic, especially when it came to Schickel.

However, Edward seemed not to let him go easily.

"I envy you, Hanks." Edward's voice was as calm as water, but the emotion contained in it made Green slightly shocked.

Green looked at him doubtfully, and saw a deep loneliness and longing revealed in Edward's only right eye.

"You have something that I don't have - the ability to make people happy." Edward sighed softly, "But I can only watch silently."

Green listened quietly, with a ripple in his heart.

He began to re-examine the seemingly calm and free-spirited man in front of him. Maybe he didn't actually care about anything in his heart like he showed on the surface.

Edward's eyes still stayed on the lights of the town and continued: "Sickle and I grew up together. I have always wanted to protect her smile, but for some reason, it has become increasingly difficult to do so."

Green pursed his lips and said, "Lord Edward, I think she must understand your feelings for Sister Hickel."

Edward smiled bitterly and shook his head: "So what if I understand? I still can't make her as happy as when she faces you or Gulumberudo."

Green was speechless for a moment and didn't know how to comfort him.

At this time, Edward turned his head and looked at Green seriously: "But I won't be jealous of you, I'm just reflecting on myself."

Green met his gaze and said firmly: "Sir Edward, since you and Sister Hickel have a deep emotional foundation, have you ever formally confessed your love to her?"

Edward's eyes dimmed and he looked into the distance again: "Perhaps compared to Gulenberudo, I... am probably a coward who is not strong enough in all aspects. I can feel that since then, Hickel She... seems to have fallen in love with someone else."

"No, Lord Edward." Green retorted, "You are not a coward, you just express it in a different way. Moreover, love does not only depend on the strength of strength."

Edward raised his head slightly and stared at Green, seeming to be thinking about his words.

Green took a deep breath and continued: "If you really care about Sister Hickel, you should bravely tell her how you feel. Even if the result is not as expected, at least you have tried and will not leave any regrets."

"Thank you, Hanks." Edward's only eye seemed to light up for a moment, and he said softly, "I think I will find a chance to find Hickel and tell her my true thoughts."

"So, for all these years, you haven't married just for Sister Hickel?"

Edward was silent for a moment, and slowly said: "Maybe this is the reason. She has always been in my heart, and no one can replace her."

Green nodded gently and said: "I hope you can get what you want."

Edward smiled bitterly: "I hope so, but I don't know how she feels about me."

"But...if you don't even try, how can you let Sister Hickel know that you have never forgotten the childhood engagement with her that ended in failure?"

Listening to Green's words, Edward was slightly stunned. For him, asking him to mention emotional matters to Hickel in person...it's really hard to say it out loud. It's easier to kill the enemy or tease on the battlefield than to talk about that formal topic.

What should I do if I'm rejected and can't even be ordinary friends? He knew that even if Shekel rejected him, he wanted to stay by her side like he did when he was a child.

Green looked at Edward's silence and knew that he must be a sensitive and cowardly person emotionally. He didn't know if it had anything to do with his family environment.

"But... I have always tried hard to show myself in front of her." Even so... Shekel's eyes always stayed on that man.

Even though he was in charge of all the military affairs, everyone's eyes were still on the huge 'fire dragon'. And he, perhaps, was just an inconspicuous little mouse who could only squeak and give blind advice.

"I know what you are worried about, Edward."

"But I think that even if Shekel rejected your feelings, I think you will not deliberately alienate you with the friendship you have grown up with. Even if you are not lovers, you have already been closer than relatives, right?" As the saying goes, those who are involved are confused, and those who are on the sidelines are clear; if it is based on Green's observations for many days, it is still reasonable.

Edward frowned slightly after hearing Green's words and fell into deeper contemplation.

After a long while, his frown finally relaxed a lot, and he slowly said: "Maybe you are right, I think too much and worry too much."

"Hahaha, just think it over, don't put too much pressure on yourself. Have you forgotten what you taught me? If you want to tame an ownerless horse, the first thing is to approach it confidently and generously, and get on the horse's back where it can see and be aware of it. In this way, even if it refuses to recognize its owner at first, it will gradually be conquered by the heroic temperament of people."

"Hahaha, you are right, Hanks." Edward laughed out loud at Green's words. He didn't expect that his words could be quoted here.

"...Then she is probably a sweat-blood horse who likes to mess around head-on, always so energetic." Edward's eyes revealed a hint of expectation.

"Hmm, so, if Sister Hickel really has someone she likes, since that person hasn't responded to Sister Hickel for so long, maybe he is really a heartless man."

"I hope you pursue happiness boldly, because I believe you must be the one who can't bear to hurt Sister Hickel the most." Green looked at Edward firmly, as if he was sure of it.

After all, Green had observed Edward's eyes, which almost never moved away from Hickel. It was simply a look of looking at a treasure. If she smiled, he would smile.

Edward's face showed a touch of emotion, and he said, "Hanks, thank you for telling me this."

Green smiled and responded, "Lord Edward, it's nothing, I just sincerely hope you can be happy."

Edward took a deep breath, as if he had made up his mind: "Okay, I think I won't hesitate anymore."

Green climbed up the battlement of the city wall like a little monkey, and patted Edward's shoulder very arrogantly: "That's right, I believe you can do it."

"Besides, I, as a great assist, will definitely match you two well. We are friends! What if Sister Hickel agrees to you as soon as she is happy?!"

"Ahem, well, I think I should be able to handle this alone. I have to plan this kind of thing well." Edward pretended to cough, and a suspicious blush appeared on his face, but the corners of his mouth could not help but rise slightly, and he had already made up his mind.

"Well, don't be shy when the time comes, Lord Edward, if you need my help, you can always call me." Green responded gossipingly, his eyes narrowed into a line, jumped off the battlement and turned away.

Edward still stood there, staring at the direction where Hickel was, without moving for a long time.

In this quiet night, the seeds of friendship seemed to have been planted between the two men, one big and one small.