Twenty Sided Dice

The Star Kings are all built on a great plain, which was once covered by forests and has long since become dense houses. In the center of the plain is a huge rock protruding from the ground, with a radius of about one kilometer, more than 30 meters higher than the surrounding area, and the top is quite flat. On the rocky mountain, there are actually three clear springs. Any lord with some brains knows that building a castle here can make a millennium foundation.

But apart from the starry royal family, no lord has been here for more than 50 years, and you can still see the buildings of different styles left by the past lords. If it wasn't for the efforts of the Griffin Legion to gain the upper hand in the air, the ancestors of the Starry Royal Family only relied on the reserves and city walls on the mountain, and could not be defended in the siege forever.

From rough fortresses originally built of wood and dirt to tall, sky-blue walls reinforced with dwarven runestones and elven vines, the star castles of the Starry King overlook the plain. It includes a gigantic and ruthless main fort, steel arrow towers in eight directions, and four sub-fortresses specially equipped with catapults that can strike in a circle. They are said to communicate with each other by platform bridges, surface passages, and underground tunnels, all of which are protected against the heaviest catapults. There are also barracks, dungeons and barns, and even an underground smithy and alchemy workshop. Legend has it that there was also a magic tower here during the initial friendship with the Mage Association. But now there is no mage there, and it has become the royal family's library, star observation deck and guest room.

It used to be an invincible fortress due to the existence of the Griffin Legion. Now, after the royal family has two magical spaceships and established an air force, this place is even more majestic and invincible. However, because there are rebels in the country, and a magic spaceship is patrolling outside, there is only one remaining ship guarding the Star Fort.

Looking down from the air, it is a prosperous city occupying the entire plain, with mansions, gardens, statues, warehouses, log cabin hotels and noisy markets. The most lively are the taverns and courtyards here, one after another. Citizens of the capital shuttle through the streets and alleys here, on the one hand proud of the residents of the royal capital, on the other hand they work hard to make a living.

Between the city and the star castle, that is, near the rocky mountain. There are several huge temples. The place where people gather is also the place where beliefs gather, so the Temple of Dawn, the Temple of War, and the Temple of the Mother of the Earth all set their headquarters here. The Moon Temple of the Elf and the Guardian Temple of the Dwarves also have branches here. After all, the Starry Kingdom cannot be regarded as a complete human kingdom, and there are many other races living here.

Halflings and gnomes are also very good at joining in the fun. They put the temples of the two races together, and they also occupied a large area under the rocky mountain. There was always laughter and laughter in front of their temple, and every day was as lively as a festival. However, the temple next to them is the Temple of Death, which is the cemetery area. The only death temple in the entire continent is located here.

Since the **** of murder stole divine power from the **** of death in the past, the **** of death became the mere steward. Only the ability to mourn and no longer answer other prayers. Now the entire cemetery area is surprisingly quiet, and the Assassin Guild that used to be entrenched here had to move out for various reasons. Therefore, this is the most quiet and peaceful place in the whole noisy star capital.

Various temples in a circle are guarding the core of the star castle. No matter what direction you attack, you have to face the defense of the temple first. At the same time, the temple itself also played the role of a magical barrier, and it was basically impossible to cross them and cast spells on the palace.

There is only one temple not at the foot of the mountain, that is the God of Knowledge and Secrets, which is halfway across the city and the fortress. It used to be the temple of the magic god, but it was changed to this name later. in history. Mage came here to seek knowledge and receive shelter, but after the Mage Lord incident, the association left the King of Stars, and the academy moved into the Temple of the God of Knowledge and Secrets.

The library that claims to be the second largest on the continent (actually the first, but for the consideration of the royal family of the Star Kingdom, it is only modestly called the second) is located in this temple, and magicians and even legendary mages can gain something here. Originally, the Federation could also get support from here, but now it has become a tit-for-tat state.

I don't know what it feels like to watch the Federation's magic spaceship flying in the sky all day long.

After the Star Cable crossed the Griffin Mountain, it began to land slowly, approaching the direction of the Star Fort. If it can be docked directly on the berth vacated by the patrolling magic spaceship. Isn't it just right?

The royal family's magic spaceship took off immediately, blocking the way of the Star Cable. A royal mage, under the protection of winged guards, flew between the two. "His Excellency Marquis Siegel, please park the boat outside the city. You can only walk up the mountain without the king's order. You can't fly up directly."

"Don't make it difficult for him, they are all colleagues of the Federation." Shelley advised. This time is the time for "Messenger Baron" Peters to go out. He had been watching Zentraedi culture on the boat for a long time, and the things that didn't deceive the goblins shocked him. As a painter and poet, the exotic culture is what he loves and yearns for the most. In order to be able to take away two Zentraedi books on the "major human history", he agreed to Marquis Siegel's request without saying a word.

A earnestly worded letter reached Evan hours later. Siegel said it very simply above, roughly that the boat is expensive. If you put it outside the city, you are afraid of losing it. Evan was amused, and then he waved his pen, allowing Siegel to ride a horse in the palace, which is equivalent to him taking his mount directly to the platform of the Star Fort.

Even though this "mount" is a magic spaceship that is 333 meters long.

"I see the people on the platform, Earl Todd as military advisor, and Earl Samson Warren as financial advisor. Both are important figures in the Conclave, and it seems you are still very popular, Seeger. Your Excellency the Marquis." Mage Shelley said with a smile.

Earl Todd's hair has been shaved, but he is still arrogant and majestic. Earl Samson Warren was a stark contrast to him, a short, fat man. Standing beside the berth of the magic spaceship, the late autumn wind kept blowing, and the Minister of Finance kept wiping his nose with a handkerchief and pulling on his cloak. It was an old fur cloak, the length was fine, but the bust and waist circumferences were far off, so it couldn't take care of the trembling body of the Chancellor of the Exchequer.

As soon as the magic ship came to a stop, Siegel and Mage Shelley walked down, with the half-orc Humke following them as a bodyguard. "Long time no see, Earl Todd." He greeted the old acquaintance first, and then said to the Chancellor of the Exchequer: "Count Warren. It's a great honor to meet for the first time."

"This honor is ours, Lord Marquis Siegel. Your presence has brought the capital to life." He bowed very low. The stout hand held Siegel's.

Siegel didn't shake his hand, but quickly took out a small fire element furnace from the space bag. Within the range of Myr's energy core, this small stove can warm hands and boil water, just right for the Minister of Finance who is always cold. Siegel shoved this thing into his hand, and the other party could only thank him and accept it.

"Where is His Majesty the King? I can't wait to see him." Siegel rubbed his hands. Said to Earl Todd.

The old earl used to be a staunch supporter of King Aaron, and he also spared no effort to hunt down Evan. However, when Aaron handed over the throne to his brother, he also handed over Earl Todd. Evan has not liked Earl Todd very much since he was a child, especially dissatisfied with him always calling Evan an illegitimate child. However, Earl Todd has always been loyal to the royal family, and he has been very honest after the thrones overlapped, so even as a symbol, Evan will keep him in the position of military minister.

He usually doesn't talk much, and most of the time he pretends to be deaf and dumb, but when it is critical, he is unambiguous and always supports the thoughts of His Majesty the King. Earl Todd knew very well why Siegel came to the capital. After all, Sir Bill is the Viscount under his jurisdiction. If Bill is really a traitor, he cannot escape the responsibility. So the old earl stepped aside neatly and led the way for Siegel.

"Siegel, I'm not talking nonsense with you. I'll take you directly to see His Majesty Evan. The scenery and allusions of this palace take time to listen to, so there's no need to waste time at this time." He looked at it deeply. Glancing at the Chancellor of the Exchequer, he strode forward. It is still a knight's style and a general's majesty, very much to Siegel's taste.

The berth was only built in the past half a year and is next to the ground barracks. Going through the barracks is a waste of time. However, there is no way to use magic to fly in the palace, so it is most convenient to go through the air bridge. The people I met along the way all avoided when they saw the two imperial advisors, military and financial, accompanying a young man. Although they have never seen such a strange face. But at a glance, you can see that this is a difficult character. If he jumped out at this time and pointed to the east and west, whichever finger he stretched would cut off which finger, maybe he would get one free for one.

The director of the palace, Salk, was wearing a large and comfortable golden-yellow coat, the kind of silk clothes that would keep warm without affecting walking, very much like a truncated nightgown, and stood waiting under the steps of the palace.

"Welcome, Lord Marquis. His Majesty is waiting for you in the study." He showed a narrow smile. Rubbing his hands together, he said, "The kitchen is preparing a feast. Do you have any taboos?"

"No, I'll eat whatever His Majesty Evan asks." Siegel patted his shoulder and smiled at him.

"Thank you for your understanding~www.readwn.com~ In this way, we can work with less effort." He nodded and looked more respectful: "Please come this way, my lords, and I will take you to the study."

"We know where the study is, Lord Salk." said the Chancellor of the Exchequer, "Didn't Your Majesty entrust you with the task of preparing the banquet? Don't you need to go to the kitchen?"

The steward kept walking, and he knew Siegel's mood, so he didn't delay at all. But being said to be a cook had to fight back, so Salk replied in a more respectful tone: "Thank you for your concern, there are so many servants in the palace, you can arrange the work with just one look. In addition, Your Majesty, I said that I was meeting the Marquis in the study, and there is nothing to do with the two of you."

"I went to see the situation of the imperial guards, and I happened to be on the way." Count Todd said: "Count Warren, how about walking with me?"

"No, I think I still have work to do." He quickly freed himself from the embarrassment and said goodbye: "There will be opportunities to be together often in the future."

"What does that mean?" Siegel asked Earl Todd after the chancellor had gone, but the old man did not answer him. Instead, Salk said vaguely: "Anyway, it's a good thing, you'll know when you ask His Majesty the King." (To be continued.)