The Knight's Journey to the Empire

After Soran sat down, Marquis Saladin said slowly, "Knight Soran, please tell me in detail how you went deep into the enemy's rear battlefield and captured the eldest son of the Principality of Golia."

"Although we have received a lot of information, we are still very curious about some details."

Soran took a quick look at Prince Leo, who was sitting at the top, and found that he also looked very interested.

"Okay, Lord Marquis."

Fortunately, Soran had already guessed that they would ask this question, and he had already prepared a script and rehearsed it many times.

He immediately stopped hesitating and described the whole process vividly.

From the powerful enemy attacking to his own resistance, from the fall of the fortress to his own breakthrough, from the Barinas Mountains to the encounter of precious magic plants, from the capture of the enemy's eldest son to the return to the city via Tallinn County...

All these events and scenes were perfectly expressed in Soren's rhythmic speech skills.

The plot is full of ups and downs and is full of interest. After twists and turns, it is sometimes amazing and sometimes intriguing.

Of course, it is inevitable that some things will be concealed, and it is impossible to tell everything.

Such as the mystery of the Arcane Eye, going out hunting secretly while guarding the fortress, and the private interrogation of the young nobles of the enemy country, etc.

Sauron either glossed over it, or concealed it cleverly, or covered it up a little, but the degree of truthfulness was more than 80%.

He believed that no matter who they asked, the results they would get would be the same as what he had told.

Well, at least that's what Soran really thought!

Moreover, in the narration, Soren used clever words to emphasize the strength of the enemy, the weakness of his own defense, the danger of the Barinas Mountains and the difficulty of the return journey, in order to highlight factors such as his own tenacity and unity.

That’s right, Soran was actually playing the emotional card with them.

And judging from the reactions of the first two people, the effect seems to be quite good.

But he forgot that compared with the two senior politicians who had been in politics for a long time and grew up in conspiracies and intrigues, he was just a young kid who had just started out.

Playing the emotional card is just the lowest form of political game.

For them, they have long been immune.

If it weren't for the political needs and the fact that the two of them were indeed somewhat interested in what was going on!

For a small noble like Sauron who has no title, no power, and no money, let alone listening to his nonsense, you can't even meet him. Just find a subordinate to get rid of him.

Although he had made great contributions to the kingdom, so what? There were many people who had made great contributions to the kingdom.

One more of him is not too much, and one of less of him is not too much.

At the end of the wonderful speech, Prince Leo and Marquis Saladin both applauded with smiles on their faces.

Um~

Ok!

When they watch comedy or clown shows, they usually applaud like this with smiles on their faces when the performers finish their performance and leave the stage.

"Knight Soran, this is truly a strange and thrilling journey. The degree of danger is truly beyond my imagination!"

"Don't worry, the kingdom will never forget the contributions you and your soldiers have made despite risking your lives."

"Those who have made contributions to the country will be rewarded greatly by the country. This is the promise I made to you!" Prince Leo was amazed and made a solemn promise after hearing this.

"Thank you very much for your fairness, Your Highness. We will certainly continue to work hard and live up to the kingdom's rewards. In the future, we will continue to serve the country and bring glory to the country!" Sauron stood up, bowed again, and said in a sonorous and powerful voice.

"It is truly rare for Knight Sauron to have such a thought. When you present your achievements to His Majesty the King, I will also say a few good words for you to His Majesty the King."

Marquis Saladin took over the conversation at the right time and extended goodwill to Soran, but before Soran could reply, he suddenly changed the subject and said, "Knight Soran, you seem to have forgotten something?"

Forgot one thing?

Soran's heart skipped a beat and he felt something was wrong, but he couldn't figure out what he had forgotten.

The mystery of the Arcane Eye will never be known by anyone unless you tell them.

Then it must be that the interrogation methods I used privately on those nobles have now been exposed.

Nobles are protected by law during war, and even if they are captured, they cannot be tortured privately.

This is a mainland tradition and a regulation recognized by the laws of all countries.

But the people he had interrogated were all those three dissolute young masters and minor nobles. As for the three real sons of great nobles, he had always treated them with courtesy along the way!

Although the journey was a bit difficult, it was unavoidable!

And judging from the conversation between the three just now, it didn't look like the two of them were going to come and hold those three dissolute little nobles accountable.

It’s not that I don’t want to, but it’s not worth it.

If they did that, not only would they lose their status, but it would also discourage the soldiers on the front line and give them a handle, which would be a loss.

“Please investigate clearly, Lord Marquis, or please explain clearly.” Sauron really couldn’t guess, so he could only retreat and play it safe.

"Oh! Knight Soran is so forgetful. Have you forgotten? It was His Royal Highness the Second Prince who secretly ordered you to go deep behind enemy lines to carry out a special mission, right?" Marquis Saladin stared into Soran's eyes and sighed slowly, his expression full of regret.

Instantly, Soran's eyes widened.

He never expected it to be this.

Looking at Prince Leo's smile that was still as refreshing as spring breeze, Soran couldn't help but sigh that compared with these old politicians, he was still too young and not thick-skinned enough.

"a ha ha ha…"

Soran immediately laughed and said with a big smile on his face: "Ah, yes, yes, how could I forget such an important thing!"

"My Lord Marquis, you don't know that I fell and hit my head on the way back, so I forgot such an important thing. I really deserve to die, please punish me!"

"Well, it's good that Knight Sauron can remember it now, but you must never forget it again in the future!"

"You have done a great job in what His Royal Highness asked you to do this time. His Royal Highness is very satisfied! Don't worry, you will be rewarded."

"But you also have to know that His Royal Highness is a person who pursues perfection. So you have to do the following things well, understand?"

Marquis Saladin still had a smile on his face and was amiable, as if he was encouraging the young people to forge ahead.

But Soran could sense a hint of indifference in his tone.

"I understand, I understand. I will definitely handle the subsequent matters beautifully and make sure you are satisfied."

Where is the chivalry? Where is the aristocratic dignity?

Soran himself could feel the flattery emanating from him.

Be submissive and promise-oriented, and make promises upon promises.

His straight waist was bent, his face put on a forced smile, and his tone became flattering. It was extremely hypocritical.

"Well, I hope Sir Soran can do well and don't disappoint His Royal Highness and my expectations of you!" Marquis Saladin nodded with satisfaction. "I have asked the butler to prepare lunch. Sir Soran, eat before going back."

"Yes, I would like to thank His Royal Highness the Prince and His Excellency the Marquis for their training and hospitality. I will definitely remember it in my heart!" Soran performed a respectful knight's salute.

Well, this time it's a ninety-degree bend.

“Then I will take my leave.” Soran slowly left the side hall, and when he left, he closed the door behind him.

He could still sense the other party's intention to thank him for coming, no, to drive him away.

Seeing Soran retreating in fear, Prince Leo retracted his smile and regained his composure.

He turned to Marquis Saladin and asked: "Can this little noble be trusted? Do we really not need to intervene?"

"Don't worry, Your Highness. He is a smart man. We can see it from his actions when he entered the city of Saladin. He knows what to do." Marquis Saladin said lightly.

Marquis Saladin has held the power of the marquis for more than 30 years and is known as the "Guardian of the West" of the Kingdom of Midburg. He believes that he is quite capable of judging and employing people.

"Your Highness, you know that this incident has dealt a heavy blow to your reputation!"

"In the capital, in the city of Sindelair, whether it's the one above, the court, or the people, they all have complaints about your performance! Especially with the secret instigation of the eldest prince's faction, this is even more disadvantageous to you."

"It is not convenient for us to intervene directly in this matter. If the eldest prince catches you, your situation will become even more difficult."

"Now only through the hands of this little noble can you turn the situation around and restore some of your reputation."

"Of course, we will also send people to promote the development of this matter secretly, so don't worry."

"Hmm!" Prince Leo sighed, "I thought this event would be a good thing. I spent a lot of resources to get this opportunity from my father. I thought I would gain something, but I didn't expect it to be like this."

Prince Leo's tone was somewhat self-deprecating.

"This little noble is so lucky to have such a great achievement for free! I have to say, I envy him a little."

Although the arrogant and conceited eldest son of the Principality of Glia still refused to cooperate, Prince Leo had already learned about his experiences before and after being captured from the eldest son of Count Alex and the second son of General August.

Therefore, he had to admit that this little noble was indeed lucky to have picked up such a great bargain for free.

"It has come to this point, and there is nothing we can do. Your Highness, do not blame yourself too much."

"But now the initiative is in our hands. As long as we gain the upper hand in the next negotiations and obtain more benefits for the kingdom, I believe this can also recover some losses for His Highness."

These are the comforting words of Marquis Saladin.

"I hope so!" Prince Leo's words were obviously a little discouraged.

Actually, it’s not a bad thing. At least now, Prince Leo doesn’t have to continue to be nailed to the kingdom’s pillar of shame.