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Lily, who was wearing a court dress, took the maid's hand and stepped down from the carriage with a surprised expression, "Dantonio, why are you here?"

At that moment, shock, fear, hatred, sadness, all kinds of emotions flashed in D'Antonio's mind, and it was inevitable that he had a look of astonishment on his face. It is the most reasonable for the two of them.

"I'm here to travel," he explained his affairs lightly, and quickly asked: "Lily, why are you here? You disappeared in the dark forest before, when did you come out, why didn't you contact us? "

There was a momentary confusion on Lily's face, and then she shook her head: "Sorry, Dantonio, my memory about the dark forest is very vague, but I haven't forgotten you, and I tried to contact you later, but I couldn't find it anymore. You guys, it's great to meet you here now!"

D'Antonio didn't know whether the "great" she said was true or false, but Lily really had a happy look on her face, and if there was still some ambiguous relationship between the two, when Lily said it again When he stood in front of him once, not only did D'Antonio feel no charm in his heart, but he also didn't find any attachment to the old love in Lily's eyes.

Yes, like a whole new person.

The only difference is that this person still knows him and remembers the past.

Dantonio also noticed that she was holding the skirt in one hand, and the silk gown in the other instead of the staff, just like all the ladies of this era, and from the clothes on her body, and the clothes of the maids behind her. In terms of clothing, they are not ordinary nobles.

D'Antonio had many things to ask, and there were more things he couldn't understand, but he didn't dare to ask rashly, so he could only ask cautiously: "So are you okay now? I don't think you're wearing a robe anymore, you Have you given up your career as a mage?"

Hearing his question, Lily smiled sadly and said, "Yes, after we parted from you, I encountered many things, and now my title is Countess Peggy."

D'Antonio was stunned again. He wondered if there was something wrong with his ears, but he tried his best to suppress the doubts that were about to boil in his heart, and forced a smile: "Really, congratulations."

Lily: "But my husband died three months ago."

"..." D'Antonio no longer knew what expression he should maintain.

Fortunately, this awkward situation didn't last long. Lily said, "I'm sorry, I still have something to do, so I can't chat with you for too long. Maybe we can make an appointment to sit down and talk."

To be honest, D'Antonio didn't want to agree to the invitation at all, but before he could reply, Lily yelled again: "I almost forgot, His Majesty Alfonso VIII will hold a banquet tomorrow, welcome Yannick, oh By the way, I just found out that he was promoted to Cardinal, so fast! Do you want to meet him together? I can provide you with an invitation letter."

Yannick clearly knows your identity, so you are not afraid of being exposed when you meet him!

D'Antonio's heart was screaming, but he just suppressed a smile: "Okay, if I can, I haven't seen him for a long time!"

"Then it's settled." Lily smiled at him apologetically, said goodbye politely, and then boarded her carriage.

Looking at the galloping carriage, D'Antonio also saw the logo on the carriage. Although he hadn't seen the logo, judging from the logo, it was indeed the family crest of a noble family.

When he saw Lily just now, he repeatedly recalled Yannick's words in his heart, wishing to give her a "monster wave" on the spot, but following the short conversation just now, he doubted Yannick's judgment a little bit.

But D'Antonio knew that Yannick had no reason to lie to him, and there were indeed many mysteries about Lily that had not yet been solved. Once he heard that Yannick was going to attend tomorrow's banquet, he wished he could see her right now.

With this in mind, D'Antonio quickly came to the church in the imperial capital, explaining that he wanted to visit Yannick, but the guard told him that Archbishop Hill hadn't arrived in the imperial capital yet and would arrive tomorrow.

It seems that Alfonso VIII intends to hold a welcome banquet for Yannick as soon as he arrives.

D'Antonio was full of disappointment, so he could only suppress his anxiety and wait for tomorrow.

The tomorrow he was looking forward to would come soon.

With the invitation letter from Lily to himself, D'Antonio put on a brand new robe and went to the banquet. He is now a student of Saint Grema, no longer an unknown mage, but Saint Grema Your Excellency is not someone who likes to show off in a high-profile way. He has inherited this low-key and simple style when he is with the teacher. He walks around the banquet without mentioning his identity. No interest either.

The banquets of the Charlemagne Empire were very large, and they could be called extravagant. Even if the danger of monsters was imminent, it did not affect the enjoyment of the nobles, and the nobles of the Charlemagne Empire were very confident in their own country. In fact, this is also normal. As the most powerful country on the mainland, if even they lose confidence, other countries will be even more depressed.

If it was changed before, D'Antonio would definitely marvel at the luxury of the banquet, but now he is not in the mood at all, just quietly hiding in the corner, waiting for the person he wants to wait for.

The banquet has just started, and there are not many people. The nobles are used to being late, and if they arrive on time, they will be regarded as country bumpkins. Just when Dantonio couldn't help rubbing the rim of the wine glass anxiously, he finally saw the silver hair The figure of the priest.

That long silver hair is particularly eye-catching in the crowd, especially when the other party is wearing a red robe, that kind of beautiful and elegant appearance almost attracts everyone's attention to him immediately.

The silver-haired archbishop who was in the spotlight greeted the nobles calmly, but Dantonio stood far away, and he obviously noticed that Yannick's attention was not on the nobles either. His eyes scanned slightly, as if he was looking for someone.

Then he saw Dantonio.

The latter also raised his glass to him at the right time.

The silver-haired archbishop understood, he quickly got rid of those nobles who could only talk, left Sofia, Alfred and Augustin to deal with those people, and went directly to Dantonio.

"Dear Danny, why are you here?" Yannick said with a smile on his face.

"Dear Yannick, I'm also very happy to meet you, but I'm sorry, I really don't have the mood to say more greetings now." Facing Yannick's strange look, D'Antonio said: "I saw Lily! "

Yannick was also shocked: "Where?"

D'Antonio talked about the occasional encounter on the street, and then took out his invitation letter: "She knew you would come, and even gave me the invitation letter."

Yannick frowned and didn't speak, and heard D'Antonio continue: "According to what you said, she should have become a monster, but why did she openly appear in the Charlemagne Empire and become a countess? Besides, she didn't Maybe you don't know that you already know her true identity, but Lily behaves very calmly, which makes me totally unable to understand!"

Yannick: "Is there nothing weird about her words and deeds?"

Dantonio: "If there is anything to say, it should be that she has no memory of what happened in the dark forest, but she still remembers us."

The two discussed for a while, but found that there was no result at all.

What Dantonio encountered was completely beyond Yannick's imagination.He had already told Dantonio that Lily was a monster, and it was a long time ago that Yannick met Lily who had turned into a monster in the dark forest.Lily had already been recognized by him, and the possibility of reappearing outside is very small, because if Yannick exposes her, no matter how powerful she is as a high-level monster, she will be difficult to escape in the end when she faces an environment surrounded by humans. Going out, but I didn't expect that Lily would dare to appear in public, still as a nobleman.

This huge mystery haunts the two of them. Not only Dantonio doubts Yannick's judgment, but even Yannick can't help but doubt himself.

With the passage of time, the number of people in the banquet hall has gradually increased. Yannick saw that Avery was still helplessly dealing with the nobles on his behalf, while Augustine had already moved away impatiently. Sophia was communicating with a swordsman, and the other people who came with him also found their own fun.

At this moment, with a shout of "His Majesty Alfonso VIII is coming", everyone's attention was attracted, and they consciously gave way to a path leading to the door, male and female nobles lined up on both sides , watching Alfonso VIII walk in.

Walking behind him was Prince George, who was the only orthodox heir of Alfonso VIII, but the one holding His Majesty's arm was not the Queen of the Charlemagne Empire, but a beautiful and plump lady.

Yannick and Dantonio only took one look, and their faces changed.

The woman holding Alfonso VIII's arm is actually Lily? !

The two looked at each other at the same time, and saw the shock on the other's face. Yannick was a little better, and Dantonio had completely lost his composure.

"What's going on!" Dantonio murmured.

Yannick was too lazy to continue guessing, and directly asked a nobleman who was closest to them: "The lady next to His Majesty seems strange?"

The nobleman knew Yannick. Last time Yannick publicly defended himself, he happened to witness the scene where Alexander turned into a monster on the stage. After hearing his question, he replied: "Your Excellency Hill, what are you doing?" As everyone knows, this woman is His Majesty's new favorite!"

This is another blockbuster!

Yannick has returned to normal, just showing pure curiosity about gossip: "It sounds like there is still a long story?"

The nobleman showed a secretive smile: "Yes, that woman's name is Lily Page, the widow of Earl Page."

"Widow?!" D'Antonio couldn't help losing his voice.

The nobleman glanced at him, and his interest in spreading gossip remained undiminished: "I heard that she was a sorcerer, and Earl Peiji fell in love with her at first sight when he met her, so he insisted on marrying her. However, Earl Peiji died of illness three months ago. The woman hooked up with His Majesty for some reason, and now she is His Majesty's most beloved mistress!"

Yannick showed a surprised expression: "She looks like a charming lady, no wonder His Majesty likes her so much!"

The nobleman curled his lips and mocked: "Is there any more beautiful women around His Majesty? But Countess Pei Ji is indeed very powerful. Now His Majesty doesn't even bring His Majesty the Queen. Taking her directly in and out of public places is tantamount to declaring her status." !"

"At that time, could it be that you admitted your mistake?" D'Antonio asked in a low voice.

Yannick once again looked at the woman next to Alfonso VIII. When he saw her, she was with Azul who had turned into a monster, and she called herself Lilith. How could he admit it?

Obviously, a cardinal can't stay in the corner all the time, not to mention that Yannick was eager to discuss with Alfonso VIII about the Third Continental Union Conference, so when Alfonso VIII walked towards them , Yannick also greeted him.

"Welcome, dear Bishop Hill, oh no, it's time to call you Archbishop!" Alfonso VIII laughed heartily, "Your promotion is much faster than I imagined. After knowing that you were dismissed at that time, I was still worried for you!"

"Thank you very much for your concern, Your Majesty." Yannick smiled gracefully, "Aren't you going to introduce me to the lady beside you?"

Before Alfonso VIII could speak, Lily lifted the hem of her skirt and gracefully bowed to Yannick: "Dear Archbishop Hill, have you forgotten me? I am Lily."

Yannick showed a surprised expression: "Is it really you, Lily, when D'Antonio told me just now, I couldn't believe it, it's really surprising and gratifying, you actually came out of the dark forest? You know that we have been looking for you for a long time!"

Lily: "Yes, according to Earl Peiji, he also found me unconscious outside the forest. There must have been some unpleasant experiences at that time. I can't remember them anymore, but I don't want to think about them at all."

Yannick noticed that Lily was still wearing white lace gloves, which were originally a common dress for noble girls, but this made him hopeless to find a chance to get the potion for identifying monsters on the opponent's hands, and he couldn't Splash the potion directly on the opponent's face. If Lily is really a monster, these unprepared people in the hall will not be opponents of the monster at all. Yannick can't guarantee whether he can subdue it alone. And most importantly, as long as she takes Alfonso VIII hostage, everyone will be helpless.

All kinds of thoughts flashed through his mind, and the silver-haired priest quickly gave up taking the violent approach.

"Your Majesty the Emperor, I have ordered from His Majesty the Pope to have a private conversation with you regarding the Continental League Conference." He turned to ask Alfonso VIII.

"Archbishop Hill, tonight seems to be more suitable for carnival." Alfonso VIII politely refused, he didn't want to bring up business at such a relaxing moment.

Yannick: "Your Majesty, this matter is very important. His Majesty the Pope asked me to tell you as soon as possible."

Facing the insistence of the silver-haired priest, Alfonso VIII had no choice but to say: "Okay, my dear, you go over there and play, wait for me."

The latter words were of course addressed to the woman beside him, and Lily said empathetically, "I see, Your Majesty, I wish you a pleasant conversation."

She left very readily, as if she didn't care what Yannick would say to Alfonso VIII.

But Yannick had no time to speculate, and he said directly to Alfonso VIII: "I suspect that Countess Peggy is a monster." He briefly talked about his experience in the dark forest. "Your Majesty, with all due respect, if Lily has turned into a monster, then she must have a purpose for being so close to you."

Alfonso VIII was stunned for a moment, then laughed, and patted Yannick's shoulder while laughing: "Dear Archbishop Hill, I want to say that you may be thinking too much. If she was a monster, she would have If she had a chance to kill me, why wouldn't she do it?"

Yes, Alexander killed Princess Orthea before, intending to provoke the conflict between the Charlemagne Empire and the Garter Empire. If Lily is a monster, why did she directly kill Alfonso VIII? In this way, Charlie The Man Empire will definitely be in chaos.

Yannick carefully considered his words: "Maybe she has other purposes."

Alfonso VIII laughed again: "My friend, thank you very much for your concern, but I have to say that you think too much. In fact, I told Simon To come to that kind of potion, everyone who approaches me will first go through the screening of that potion, including my son George, not to mention Lily, otherwise I will not let them approach me. But Lily is not in That kind of potion turned into a monster, which means that she is a human being, although she may have some magical experiences, I know she was a mage before, but mages are also human, aren't they?"

Alfonso VIII is an emperor who cherishes his life very much. There is no doubt that if even he thinks that the woman who sleeps with him in the same bed is no problem, Yannick will be even more unable to refute him.

With such doubts, he brought up the cooperation with the Holy See with Alfonso VIII, but His Majesty's patience seemed to have reached its limit. He did not want to waste his private time on official business, and Yannick was also preoccupied. The two said a few words hastily and separated again.

When Dantonio saw Alfonso VIII leave, he came to Yannick, only to hear the silver-haired priest say: "Now I'm starting to doubt my ears and eyes too."

Upon hearing this sentence, D'Antonio knew that Yannick had failed to achieve his goal, and he comforted: "Maybe there is something happening that we don't know about."

"I heard that His Majesty the Emperor wants to abolish the Empress."

Someone next to them said that Yannick and Dantonio followed the sound and found that the two noblemen next to them were talking, of course the content was the same gossip.

"Could it be that His Majesty is so obsessed with that woman?!" The nobleman who heard the news was obviously surprised.

"Oh," the other person laughed twice, "I heard the news that that woman is pregnant with His Majesty's child. You must know that His Majesty has always been very dissatisfied with Prince George. If that woman becomes Queen , her child is not an illegitimate child, but a legitimate heir to the throne!"