Extraordinary Rise: Starting Contract with the Silver Dragon Countess

Chapter 139 The Empress's Fiancé

After hearing Windsardler's words, the three of them were shocked at the same time, and felt a little admiration for Windsardler's powerful analytical ability.

In addition to its beautiful face and powerful strength, this winged elf also has a pretty high IQ.

Asuna met their gazes and replied calmly:

“If you two sisters are curious about the leader’s identity, you can ask him yourself.

As for us, we have already signed a soul contract and cannot say more."

Grace on the side was instantly indignant:

"Hey, I signed it too, why didn't you tell me?"

Windsardelle turned his gaze to Nephthys:

"They all signed the contract. I won't make things difficult for them. What about you?"

Nephthys smiled and said:

"I can't betray the trust that Master has placed in me. My advice is the same as Sister Asuna's. If you two sisters really want to know Master's identity, why don't you take the initiative to ask him?"

"Asked me what?"

Cohen's voice came from outside the door.

He entered the living room and found that there was an indescribable weirdness in the atmosphere between the girls.

Hearing Cohen's voice, Windsardler instantly suppressed all his emotions and said calmly:
"Who are you communicating with? You're so secretive and you're hiding it from everyone?"

Cohen smiled and replied:

"My wife, I'm talking about something personal."

After hearing Cohen's answer, Grace and Windsardler were both at a loss, except for Asuna, Nephthys and Freya who already knew Cohen's true identity.

The former immediately asked in a shocked tone:

"You...you are married?"

There was also surprise in Windsardler's eyes.

Cohen nodded and said:
"What's so strange about this? I'm such an outstanding man, shouldn't it be normal for me to get married?"

Grace opened and closed her mouth, thought for a moment, and then said:
"You're actually married, so why are you still playing with little Isa's feelings..."

Cohen interrupted quickly:
"What do you mean by playing with my feelings? Please don't use your baseless imagination. Isabella and I are just pure friends.

Besides, she also knows that I have a wife."

Grace was even more shocked. She was stunned for a long time and muttered:
"As expected of the Harem King, he actually plans to make the Golden Wings' daughter his mistress..."

Cohen's face fell, and he was about to argue with Grace about where the title of "Harem King" came from.

Windsardler next to him suddenly asked:
"Does your wife know about us?"

Cohen looked flustered and stammered:
"What could possibly happen between us? How could you be the same as Grace? Our friendship is pure teamwork..."

But as he was speaking, he saw the serious expression on Windsardler's face and knew that he had misunderstood.

He quickly realized that the other party was referring to the secret deal between the two of them.

Especially the secret of the ancient elves' ice coffin under the "Star Valley".

Windsardler's voice was still low:
"I don't want a third person to know what's going on between us.

Even if this person is very close to you!"

Cohen immediately said seriously:
"Please rest assured, Miss Wind Walker, no one else will know about our agreement.

Although I love my wife very much, I am also responsible for my friends."

Grace next to him raised her hand weakly and said:
"And you have to keep it a secret for me..."

Asuna finally seized the opportunity to complain:

"Sir, two people just wanted to inquire about your true identity!"

The two of them shuddered slightly and simultaneously cast angry glances at Asuna.

Asuna remained undaunted and spoke firmly:
"As the captain's squire, I must nip in the bud any hidden dangers that might endanger his safety."

Windsardler became even more angry, and his tone was so strong that he couldn't suppress it:

"You mean I'll hurt him?"

Seeing the risk of another fire in the backyard, Cohen quickly stepped in and said:

"Okay, I get it. Everyone calm down!"

After hearing what Cohen said, the two of them hummed softly and turned their eyes away.

Cohen sighed:
"Miss Windsordale, and Her Royal Highness the Princess Royal.

The reason why I have kept my identity secret from you two is that I have a compelling reason to do so.

Because your identities are different from Asuna and the others.

One of you is the daughter of the Winged Elf royal family and a student of the Holy Land Grand Mage, and the other is the eldest princess of the Eastern Territory Empire.

If my identity is discovered, it will pose a huge threat to my future plans and the safety of those around me.

I'm very sorry, it's not because I don't trust you, but just to be on the safe side!"

Not to mention Windsardler, she was originally commissioned by Victor, the Grand Wizard of the Central Empire's Sanctuary, to come to Effiin to remove the "Memory Freeze" spell for Cohen.

Cohen had already suspected that Victor was under pressure from a certain force, so he only sent his own students to pretend.

If his students knew that King Effiin was not only not under the spell, but was also alive and well and had made such a great reputation outside, it would definitely be a huge hidden danger to Cohen's future plans.

As for the eldest princess Grace, her brother is the real culprit behind all this, and there are risks in letting her know her true identity.

Even if Cohen is willing to trust these two people, there is no guarantee that there are no spies or secret agents around them.

If it is leaked accidentally, it will be a disaster for Cohen who has not yet grown up.

Cohen couldn't take that risk.

Cohen's explanation did not convince Windsardler and Grace, and their expressions still showed a hint of annoyance.

Windsardler did not hide his displeasure and said coldly:

"To put it bluntly, you still don't trust us."

Cohen shook his head, his tone full of emotion:

"If I really didn't trust you, I wouldn't explain so much to you.

On the contrary, I want to hide my true identity from you because I don't want to lose our friendship.

I don't want a small mistake on your part to cause an irreparable rift between us in the future."

After hearing Cohen's sincere explanation, Windsardler's expression softened a lot, and Grace's expression was no longer as stiff as before.

The latter asked with a curled lip:
"Is it that serious? Is your true identity so sensitive?"

Cohen's voice was serious:

“Believe me, I’m not exaggerating.

I don't quite understand why they are targeting me, but if my identity were to be revealed at this moment, it would be an absolutely devastating blow to me and the people around me."

Finally, Cohen said softly:
“It could be as fast as one year, as late as two years.

Once we have accumulated enough strength to deal with unknown enemies and crises, I will take the initiative to be honest with you!"

Having said that, the two did not pursue the matter any further.

Choose to believe Cohen's words.

Finally coaxing the two girls into submission, Cohen breathed a sigh of relief.

This effort is definitely no less than fighting with several high-level transcendents!

The atmosphere in the living room relaxed again, and Cohen got down to business:

"Continue with what we just discussed.

About obtaining the 'Spark of Order' and developing a new 'Oasis of Order'.

Based on the information I got from ancient books, I can roughly guess the location of the 'Spark of Order'.

According to records, this fire seed was a embryonic seed preserved in the altar of the Arcane Empire a thousand years ago.

After the collapse of the Arcane Empire, it slept deep underground along with the altar.

After thousands of years, it finally grew into a "spark of order" that could reshape an oasis.

The specific location is under the "wasteland" 300 kilometers outside the south gate of the "Farmer City-State".

Grace suddenly said:

"You mean this 'Spark of Order' is located in the 'Wasteland'?"

Cohen nodded and said:
“Yes, that’s why it has been preserved till now without being excavated.

I understand your Highness's doubts. Normally, the 'Spark of Order' can only be born on the 'Solid Soil of Order'.

Because the fire also needs to absorb the surrounding energy rules before it can slowly take shape.

If it were in the 'wasteland', it would quickly lose its spirituality and become a useless species.

But this 'spark' is different, because it is located in the Arcane Empire's sanctuary, guarded by layers of protective arrays, and therefore can continue to exist in the 'wasteland'."

After listening to Cohen's explanation, the girls looked confused.

Cohen didn't expect them to understand the principle behind this, and continued:

"Everyone knows the dangers of the Wasteland, so let's not go out together this time.

My suggestion is to send someone with relatively strong capabilities to secretly retrieve the "Spark of Order".

Regarding the formation outside the altar, I will teach her how to break it.

Well, my suggestion is..."

Cohen's gaze vaguely fell on Windsardler.

Windsardler said directly:

“I’ll go, three hundred kilometers, plus get some fire.

Give me five days and I promise to bring it back."

Cohen's face immediately showed joy, and he said:

"I thought so too. I'll trouble you, Miss Windsardler."

Grace next to him said somewhat sadly:

"I am also a seventh-level official, why don't you choose me?"

Cohen's reasons are very good:

"The delivery of the logistics route for 'Unicorn Trading Company' happened in the past two days.

I would like to trouble Her Royal Highness the Princess to worry about this!"

Grace's face brightened up and she smiled.

Cohen shook his head secretly. Is this woman really thirty years old? Why does she look like a little girl who has never grown up?

He cleared his throat and said:

"Well, the major issues in the city-state have been mostly resolved.

With Her Excellency the Witch supporting us from the outside, and the City Lord's Mansion and the Council of State governing from the inside, as well as the assistance of the Unicorn Trading Company and several large families, there won't be any trouble.

I happen to have something to do in Chaos Demon Continent, so I'll leave the city-state for a few days."

After the words fell, several girls looked at Cohen, and Cohen quickly said:

"The agreement with the 'Musician' of Chaos Demon Continent must be fulfilled. Otherwise, what if the 'Musician' instigates the Demon Lord to target our 'Cultivator City-State'?"

Even with the support of Her Excellency the Witch, we won't succeed, but it will definitely cause some trouble for our city-state construction."

The girls also knew about the agreement between Cohen and the "performer".

Windsordler frowned slightly and asked:
"Let's not talk about the food quota, it won't be fulfilled in a short time.

Do you need to go there in person to get the formula for the magic potion that leads to godhood?"

Cohen nodded:
“It’s mainly about some potion recipes, and just talking about it won’t do.

I have to configure it for her personally so that she can see the effect.

Well, gaining the friendship of a Gold-rank High-order City-state Lord will be very beneficial to our future development. This trip will not be in vain.

Most importantly, I am also very interested in this famous 'performer'."

Of course, the potion formulas for the two paths to godhood that Cohen promised were only for the golden stage.

Even if Cohen really gave it to him, the other party would have no way to verify the authenticity of the formula.

Seeing that Cohen was determined to leave, the girls stopped trying to persuade him.

After all, Cohen also possesses the unique skill of traveling through sub-dimensions. Even if the "performer" is a ninth-level extraordinary person, he can't do anything to him easily.

Cohen finally arranged:

"During my absence, all matters within the city-state will be handled by [Government Officer] Asuna.

As for matters within the team, the girls, including Arnold, please vote by raising your hands, and the minority shall obey the majority.

If it really needs to be a three-on-three fight, use the communication stone to contact me and I'll make the decision.

Windsordale, after you take out the fire, you must keep it first and be careful not to let the news leak out.

As for how and when to use the spark, it depends on how the situation ultimately develops."

Several people nodded silently.

Finally, Cohen smiled and said:

"Also, I hope everyone won't quarrel. We are all members of the same team, so we should support each other."

As he spoke, his eyes fell on Windsordler and Grace, who were often at odds with each other.

Grace raised her fair and tender arms and took the lead in expressing her opinion:
"Don't worry, Master, I will be obedient!"

Windsardler turned his head slightly and uttered an inaudible voice:
"You should also be careful. I will help you take care of your people and make sure nothing happens to any of them."

……

Central Empire, Imperial Palace, and Government Hall.

A majestic and stunning empress sat behind a huge carved desk.

The desk is made of ebony and is carved with intricate patterns, emitting a mysterious luster under the magic light.

Shanice Klein wore a gorgeous brocade dress that looked like a flowing galaxy, with every stitch and thread reflecting the craftsman's superb skills.

Golden threads weave together to form an emblem of royal majesty.

A fox fur shawl was draped over her straight shoulders, the fur as bright as snow, as if the purest winter elf was resting on her shoulders.

Shanice's fair and slender fingers skillfully flipped through stacks of intelligence documents, her beautiful eyes flashing with sharp light.

His eyes quickly scanned the text and suddenly stopped at a piece of intelligence.

He frowned slightly, and a small wrinkle appeared between his delicate eyebrows, like a ripple on the surface of a calm lake.

Shanice took out the information from the "Lost Land" and a look of contemplation appeared on her beautiful face.

She rang the bell on the table, and soon a serious-looking female official walked in quickly and quietly, pushing the door open:
"See Your Majesty!"

Shanice's voice was calm, without any emotion:
"Go and call Mr. Victor, the Grand Wizard of the Sanctuary."

"Yes."

Soon, Victor came to the Government Hall with a respectful look.

When Shanice saw Victor, she asked straight to the point:

"Windsardler went back to the elves to visit his relatives. Hasn't he returned yet?"

Victor's expression remained unchanged as he slowly replied:

“We have not received any news that she will return to the imperial capital.

Your Majesty, do you have any news about her when you ask this?"

Shanice raised her head and looked at Victor, with a hint of severity in her eyes.

This Sanctuary Mage, who has always been neutral, did not clearly take a side even during the transfer of power a few years ago.

Shanice asked Windsordler to be his student, with the intention of keeping a watch on him.

The pressure of the empress's gaze did not shake Victor, who had the cultivation level of a saint, but after all, the other party was his monarch, so Victor still bowed slightly to show his respect.

Shanice suddenly changed the subject:
"I heard that some time ago, Lord Victor sent Windsardler to remove the spell from King Effiin?"

Victor frowned slightly, not knowing why the Empress suddenly brought this up, and nodded slowly:
"Prime Minister Effie and I are old friends, and when he wrote to me asking for help, I had no choice but to agree.

Without Your Majesty's consent, I really shouldn't interfere in the affairs of other countries. This is inappropriate of me."

Shanice retracted her gaze:
"Windsardelle has only studied magic with you for a few days. With her half-baked skills, can she really help your old friend?"

Victor was slightly confused.

Isn't the Empress dissatisfied with me because I arbitrarily interfere in the internal affairs of other countries?
Then why did she suddenly bring this up?

Victor chose to remain silent.

Shanice didn't seem ready to listen to the other party's explanation. She paused for a moment and continued:
"I heard that the king was infected with 'Memory Frozen'?
To be precise, it's the ancient elven magic sealed in the Elder Scrolls, right?"

Victor was even more shocked. He didn't understand why the Empress of the Central Empire would suddenly become so interested in the king of a small principality.

The investigation was so clear!

Could it be that……

Victor nodded expressionlessly:

"I heard from Windsardler that it seems so."

Shanice's voice was cold:

"You originally planned to go and help with the removal yourself, but why did you change your mind later?"

Victor's pupils shrank slightly, and he soon realized that there must be a spy planted by Her Majesty the Empress around him.

who can that be?

He did not deny it. Since the empress said so, it meant that the other party must have a reliable source of information.

Further denial would only widen the rift between the ruler and his subjects.

Victor replied:
"Well, later on, for some reason, I couldn't go, so I asked Windsordale to go on my behalf."

Shanice sighed and asked:

"Chief Heisenberg must have said something to you!"

The Chief Heisenberg that Shanice mentioned refers to the Chief of the Central Empire's House of Nobles.

The aristocratic system that controls the entire empire has power second only to that of the Empress.

It was Chief Heisenberg's strong support that enabled him to overcome all objections and support Shanice Klein to become the first female emperor since the founding of the Central Empire.

A look of understanding appeared on Victor's face, and he said with a wry smile:

"As expected, nothing can be hidden from Your Majesty, the head of the academy did indeed greet me.

Please forgive me, Your Majesty. Although I am a saint, I am not alone. I have a large family to take care of.

Heisenberg promised very heavy conditions, and I felt that this matter did not involve the fundamental interests of the empire, so I agreed.

But other than that, I have no other dealings with Chief Heisenberg.

The Victor family is forever loyal to the imperial power. This is the oath engraved in our blood and bones by our ancestors! "

Shannis remained indifferent, making it impossible to tell what the young emperor was thinking.

She did not make any comment on Victor's confession, but simply asked calmly:
"Why would Chief Heisenberg be so concerned about the king of a small country?"

Victor shook his head.

“That’s something I don’t quite understand.”

Shanice suppressed her doubts, realizing that the other party probably didn't know the inside story, so she continued:
"I understand Your Excellency, but I also hope that Your Excellency understands me."

Victor immediately pledged his loyalty:
"Your Majesty, your words are too polite. If you have anything to say, please give me your instructions directly."

Shannis said lightly:

“Two things.

First things first, where is Windsordale now?"

Victor didn't hide it anymore and told the place that Shanice was most reluctant to hear:

"Lost Land!"

A complex look flashed in Shannis's eyes as she continued:

"The second thing is that the House of Lords will soon bring up the issue of succession.

Of course, the inevitable thing is to choose a suitable husband for me."

Victor suddenly realized that this must be the main reason why Her Majesty the Empress summoned him today.

Victor replied calmly:
"I believe that this proposal of the House of Lords is not without benefit to Your Majesty.

Your Majesty, don't you wish to have a close partner to help you better continue the glory of the Klein family?"

This is also the common idea of many important officials of the Central Empire, including Victor.

Her Majesty is at the age of youth and beauty. She is looking for a powerful husband who can not only solve the controversial issue of succession in the country, but also help her face the complex political situation in the country.

They didn't understand why Her Majesty the Empress was so resistant.

Doesn't Your Majesty look down upon any of the men on this continent?

Shannis's face remained calm as she spoke slowly:
"It's not that I want to resist the proposal of the House of Lords, but there are reasons why I have to resist it.

Well, let me tell you a secret, Lord Victor. I actually have a fiancé!
Moreover, this engagement was concluded at a very important moment in my life.

This concerns my dignity and my promise, and I cannot go back on it."

Victor opened his mouth slightly. Her Majesty the Empress actually already had a secret engagement and fiancé!
This piece of news was like a thunderclap exploding in his ears.

It was enough to shock even a saint-level transcendent like him.

The empress stretched out her hand and drew a few runes in the air beside her, then she took out a scroll emitting faint magical fluctuations from the extra-dimensional space array exclusive to gold-level transcendents and handed it to Victor.

Her voice was very low:
“I didn’t tell anyone about this except Your Excellency.

It's because I believe in the loyalty of the Victor family.

You must keep this matter confidential. I don't want this marriage certificate to cause any trouble."

Victor nodded slightly, took the scroll respectfully with both hands, opened it and saw that it was indeed a marriage contract.

But when he saw the name of his fiancé, his brows couldn't help but frown.

The name in the female column is naturally Her Majesty, Shanice Klein.

But the content in the man's column moved him slightly!

(End of this chapter)