Not a Witch

Maybe, I can try to make an alchemy creation to help with sewing, so it should be a lot easier.

With such thoughts in mind, she slowly lay down on the bed, the soft and warm blanket allowed the weather-beaten girl to quickly fall into a peaceful sleep.

The uneasy heart slowly fell, and the anxious thoughts also stopped for a while at this moment.

Chapter 140 Three: Under the Apple Tree

In the spring of 1968, the empire's western expedition troops were reorganized and continued to march towards the hinterland of Clancia.Due to the large number of legions, this time it was Edron, the prime minister of the empire, and Leodo, the Duke of the Red Dragon, each leading an army, and the troops were divided into two groups to attack.

Among them, the Red Dragon Duke led the army northward, preparing to cross the hills and enter the hinterland of the former West Wind, while Edron led the troops to continue westward, intending to completely annex the Vilga Vilga area, and then march into the Falcon.

In May of the same year, the two armies confronted Clancia's army several times. Although there were many casualties, they still won the victory by relying on several times the strength of the opponent.

At this stage of the war, there were about 260 million troops in the empire's western expedition, of which nearly 20 were stationed in the occupied land and the coast to prevent the opponent's counterattack, and to support the landing of the Hinayue Council.

And Edron led an army of 80 soldiers to the city of Hopeland and began to besiege, while the dragon of evil thought led a black and red army of 160 million slowly across the hills of the south border where the westerly wind used to be.

On Crancia's side, 20 regular troops and 15 troops supported by Falcons were stationed in Hoplander, a seaport city on a key artery.In addition, the main force in the country gathered in the interior to confront the Red Dragon Duke, and the number of its coalition forces was about 90.

In the nearly one year of strangling battles, the Empire suffered nearly 60 casualties, while the Starlight Union suffered about 30 casualties. Although the exchange ratio is good, a new round of conscription has begun within the Empire, and it is expected that there will be another 150 million soldiers in the second half of the year. The army of about [-] gathered and went south to the front line.

According to the estimates of scholars in Crancia, the Canghong Empire still has enough energy to mobilize the last wave of support after this conscription support, so that it has reached the limit.

Faced with this favorable situation, the veteran nobles in the Canghong Empire who had been waiting to see what happened were gradually moved, and expressed their willingness to participate in the empire's western expedition.As a result, among the 150 million supporting troops, many elite regiments led by great nobles emerged.

In order to celebrate, and also to negotiate and distribute the interests of the occupied area, the emperor arrived in Chixin province in the south, which is the center of the Baskar family's fiefdom, in early July, and planned to hold a grand banquet here.This banquet also invited many newly promoted military nobles and veteran nobles, etc., with the intention of harmonizing the relationship between the two parties and making unified arrangements for future wars.

On July 7, the banquet was held at the Palace of the Duke of Baska.

The crimson dragon flapped its wings and soared in the setting sun, pulling the luxurious rose airship across the sky.Its pale silver metal decks gleamed golden in the setting sun.

The original smooth metal shell is now decorated with bright red and lifelike rose vines, which are all over the edges and planes of the airship, adding an elegant atmosphere to it.

The owner of this airship is none other than the youngest daughter of the Scarlet Duke, Evetina Cang Baska.Although she does not have the title of princess, this duchess is more like a princess than any other princess. She has a prestigious appearance among the southern nobles, but she is even more famous for her self-willed and self-willed character.

Although it is not easy to get along with, many nobles still say that this is the style of the Baska family, bold and direct, and countless people are vying to pursue the daughter of the duke.

The airship descended slowly, and a girl wearing layers of flower court gowns walked out of the cabin door, and walked towards the Duke's courtyard step by step with the support of many maids.

In the tall hall of the mansion, a ball is being held, and teams of noble men and women in luxurious dresses dance in it.

Under the resplendent lights, intoxicating liquid was rippling in the transparent and exquisite wine glasses. With the slight collision of the glass, these guests who were either rich or noble talked with each other and laughed cheerfully from time to time.On the side high platform, the whole band is playing soothing music, adding a pleasant atmosphere to the dance party.

"Oh, this thing seems good."

A well-built aristocrat looked at the small loudspeaker beside him and said in admiration.

"It was done by those southern mages. How about it? Do you want me to give you a few? A few years ago, I recruited a few mages who had escaped and worked for me in my manor. These people are actually very obedient. A blond man with a white silk scarf on his chest turned the small alchemy tool with his fingers.

"By the way, I also asked them to make some boxes that can produce ice and alchemy creations that can boil water by themselves. These are very comfortable to use in winter and summer."

"Earl Eslan will really enjoy it, and I was moved when I said it. It's a pity that my fief is in the north, and I didn't grasp the opportunity a few years ago. Not to mention, these alchemists are quite useful with these gadgets." The wealthy nobleman continued to play with the small speaker next to him.

"Of course, it's good to make money."

"In the future, it seems that I will also have to find a few alchemists as servants, so as to decorate the appearance."

......

"Status? Hahaha, isn't it just a craftsman who plays with gadgets? What kind of status do you need? It's a gift to keep them alive in the empire."

"I see that this is no different from those gardeners and stonemasons who make houses. These low-level people have only learned a little skill, and they think they are superior to others. It is so childish and ridiculous."

"Noble blood, glory, is everything."

After the banquet lasted for an hour, when the atmosphere gradually rose, several pairs of attendants in red clothes walked down the internal stairs. Although they looked young, all of these people were rare elite transcendental beings, almost all of whom were above Sequence 5.

"The emperor is crowned~"

The servant's sharp and bright voice sounded, and then the music in the arena stopped, and everyone respectfully separated.

Before attending the banquet, many people already knew that the emperor of the empire would appear, but at this time many people were still a little excited.

A young man in a luxurious gold and red dress led a beautifully dressed aristocratic girl slowly down the stairs and into the hall.

This is the current imperial emperor Amanke, and the youngest daughter of the Baska family, Evetina. The two met and knew each other when they were young.Now that the head of the Pascal family is not in the fief, it is naturally his wife. Mrs. Torantesa entertains the guests, and the task of accompanying the emperor to the crown is given to Evetina.Perhaps it is also the intention of the two parties to bring this pair together.

If the emperor and the Baskar family marry, the politics in the empire will be further stabilized.

After entering the hall, the emperor first said a few words, describing the glorious expedition, the glorious situation, and the glorious results.

"For this reason, I would like to commend a general in particular, and that is the leader of the Knights of the Blood Gun, Darcy." The emperor raised the sleeves of his luxurious military uniform and pointed to an officer not far from him.This well-dressed man had a resolute face. Although he was commended, his expression remained calm and stable, which made people admire and trust him.

"Congratulations~"

"Congratulations to General Darcy."

There was a burst of warm applause. Although many nobles still despised Darcy's humble background, they were also smart people, so naturally they would not refute the emperor's opinion on the spot.And some far-sighted nobles also understand that this is the emperor giving hope to those soldiers and officers who were born as civilians, so that these expeditionary soldiers can trust and feel at ease.

Since Darcy, a commoner, can step up to the top of the empire step by step with his military exploits, why can't you.Compared with the past, the new emperor is indeed very straightforward in rewarding meritorious deeds, which is also the case, so that a large number of legions stand by his side, serving and obeying his orders.

The banquet was still going on. The emperor first danced a few dances with the Baska family's prostitute on the dance floor, and then chatted with many great nobles in the south to win over and get acquainted with each other.

At this time, the sky gradually darkened.

In a remote garden not far from the ball, in midsummer, all kinds of flowers are quietly blooming in the garden, most of which are roses and roses.

Aimanke came here at a fast pace. At this time, he had already taken off his hot and complicated coat and cloak, and was wearing a simple and breathable shirt, followed by several guards in red.Suddenly, he stopped.

"Okay, let's stay here, Ronald. Edron asked you to come here because he has something important to report." He turned to look at an officer behind him.It is the confidant next to his brother Edron.

The officer looked around and saw no one, so he spoke slowly.

"Your Majesty, His Highness Edron asked me to remind you of something." Immediately afterwards, he approached Amanke's ear and whispered.

"The Duke of Bascar led the main army northward, and he continued to integrate his troops on the way. Once he finally captured a large area of ​​Crancia's territory, the follow-up..."

The Baskar family was originally a branch of the royal family. If the final expedition came to an end, it would have a large army and a vast territory, so it would be difficult to guarantee that it would not have any dissent.

After Aimanke finished listening, he looked at the orange-red sunset in the distance and remained silent for a while. "I see."

Seeing that the emperor's back was motionless, Ronald couldn't figure out what the other party was thinking for a while, so he resigned and left in line with the credo of doing less and making less mistakes.

"Prepare the royal family's golden-scaled red dragon for Ronald, and let him quickly return to the prime minister's side." Amanke ordered before leaving.

"Yes, Your Majesty." The guard behind him bowed his head and responded, then stepped back in small steps and left quickly.

Looking at the remaining ten or so guards around, Aimanke continued: "You all step back, I want to take a walk in the garden alone."

"This..."

Among them, De Rosa, the leader of the imperial guards, who is a rare Sequence 7 in the empire today, hesitated a little.The 30-something-year-old courtier winked at Amanke and glanced at an apple tree in the garden.

Ai Manke nodded, then waved his hand to let him continue to retreat.

"Your Majesty knows, I will wait for Your Majesty's call at the exit of the garden." The man held the long sword at his waist and led a dozen guards out of the garden.

After everyone left, Aimanke took a few deep breaths before slowly strolling in the courtyard full of flowers.

This is a relatively remote place in the Duke's Mansion of Baska, and it is not the most popular garden in the Duke's Mansion. Many of the flowers and varieties are popular in the last century, and naturally they are not loved by those young ladies who follow the trend.But because it is the duke's mansion, it has not been abandoned, and it has always been maintained and taken care of by gardeners.

Picking a light pink rose at random, Aimanke sat on the horizontal bench, looked up at the flowing clouds reflected by the red glow in the sky, and leaned on the back of the chair to relax.

Although in the eyes of outsiders, the emperor is wise and powerful, decisive and powerful, but it is undeniable that he is still a young man in his 20s.It's just the halo and glory of that body that made everyone forget this.

As he takes charge of this huge empire, he has to make decisions and manage countless matters. After a long time, it is inevitable that he will feel tired.

The first daughter of the Baska family is really moving, but Aimanke doesn't have any special feelings, and it's not even as amazing as the one she saw when she first visited the Duke's Mansion when she was 9 years old.

That year, he, Edron, Brother Ansair, Sister Tesslyn... and other princes and princesses came with their parents to celebrate the wedding of the eldest son of the Bascar family.

Looking back now, almost 16 years have passed before I knew it.

Time is really merciless, for a moment he missed the carefree days when he was a child.

The Ansair brothers are actually nice people. If they ascend the throne, they will probably become a pair of emperors with a good reputation.But now that he has reached this point today, he will not regret it either.

Aimanke closed his eyes and rested for a while, then stood up and continued to walk slowly towards the depths of the garden.

Afterwards, he stopped under the apple tree and looked at it with interest.

"Aren't you coming down?" Aimanke looked at the light-colored skirt that was faintly exposed between the branches.

"Wow!" came the girl's nervous and surprised voice.

"Who are you? How did you find me? In fact, I just wanted to pick an apple, and when I saw a large group of you coming, I didn't dare to come down." The girl whispered.

"Hehe, actually, I also think that the prom is a bit boring to come out for a walk. Also, is the apple delicious, can you give me one." Aimanke suddenly didn't want to reveal his identity.

"This one is sweeter, it tastes better than my own." The girl threw down a bright red apple as she spoke.

After catching the apple, Aimanke wiped it casually with his sleeve, and then gnawed it down without worrying about any accidents.

Seeing the noble young man eating the apple she threw down, the girl seemed relieved a lot, at least now the two are accomplices.

"How did you climb up? I think the Baska family doesn't like outsiders entering their garden." Amanke looked at the girl, who obviously didn't look like a descendant of the Evil Dragon.

"This... this, I was actually just curious for a while, because the banquet is very boring. Our family is not a big aristocrat, and those young ladies are all very powerful. I couldn't talk, so I had to come here for a walk."

"Then you went up when you saw an apple tree?" Amanke felt a little amused.

"Yes, in fact, my strength is not bad, and I graduated from Emenas." The girl said with a little satisfaction.

"Did Emenas steal apples in the garden after graduation?"

"How can you call it stealing? You really can't speak!" The girl retorted slightly annoyed.

"Just came here to pick apples, and by the way, sit in the shade of the tree."

The sunlight between the branches and leaves fell on the girl's caramel-colored hair, and her young face was also mottled and moving. The light pink and white dress set off her slender figure, making people feel a kind of youthful and pure beauty.

"Oh, did Emenas really graduate? I don't believe it. How about I test you?"

"Ask, hum~" The girl's calf wrapped in white gauze swayed gently among the branches.

"So here I go. If a 100-pound object is placed on a beam, and the beam is supported by a column on only one side, and the beam is 20 inches from the junction, how much stress will the column next to it be subjected to?"

"Ah, this, let me think about it, it's relatively simple..." The girl turned her head in thought, and then reported a number.

After hearing the answer, Amanke continued to ask a few more questions.

"Hey, why do you keep asking math questions? I'm too tired to calculate." After listening, the girl pouted a little dissatisfied.

"No, no." Immediately afterwards, she seemed to notice something and shook her head again and again.

"Are you saying that I am heavy? Why do all the questions use data such as my weight and height." She finally discovered that there was a problem with the data hidden in the questions.