Click!
As the red gem at the top of the box is pressed, the entire exquisite outer wall made of gold finally presents a complex structure that cannot be observed by the naked eye.
I saw structures like filaments and grids shrinking upwards, slowly lifting up like a curtain until they turned into a small cage wrapped around the ruby.
Under the sunlight, the surface of this small golden cage suddenly showed a beautiful picture of a dragon and a knight constantly fighting, as if it had been enchanted.
But Viscount Lister Roald, who had seen the world, knew that this was not magic, but an extremely superb skill.
The unevenness of the surface refracts light, and when the human eye changes the angle of observation, it will see a completely different picture.
To put it bluntly, it is a trick of light and shadow.
But it is undeniable that no one can master this kind of technology in this war-torn and fragmented continent, at least not to such a complex and exquisite level, so it is fully qualified to be called a priceless treasure.
Just by looking at the box, Viscount Lister Roald believed that the young man in front of him must have a powerful and wealthy empire behind him.
Otherwise, ordinary small and weak countries would not be able to cultivate such high-level top craftsmen who specialize in serving the luxurious life of the nobles.
Just when everyone around him was shocked by the complex structure and craftsmanship of the box, he himself had already turned his attention to the transparent crystal bottle placed in the center of the box, and the liquid in the bottle that exuded an emerald green light.
Although I don't know exactly what this is, I know with my bare bones that the gift that can be put in this evil box is definitely not ordinary.
So after a brief absence, Viscount Lister Roald raised his head and cast an inquiring look at Zuo Si.
Zuo Si smiled and explained: "You can understand that this is a magic medicine that can heal all wounds and diseases.
Just drink it and even a dying person can recover within a few seconds.
Of course, except for those who are over a hundred years old and have completely exhausted their vitality.
This is the crowning masterpiece of the Imperial alchemists and apothecaries.
The only disadvantage is that its output is very low, so low that it can only be supplied to a very small number of powerful people, and ordinary people cannot buy it, no matter how rich they are.
I think it’s the most appropriate gift to give to your master.”
"What? A miracle cure for all wounds and diseases!"
The middle-aged man who looked like a castle steward couldn't help but exclaimed.
Because no one knows better than the people who live on this land how fragile life really is.
Even high-ranking nobles may die at any time from war, poisoning, assassination, disease, plague and other unexpected circumstances.
It is said that another noble lord nearby contracted a strange disease because of spending a night with a beautiful peasant woman, and his body was covered in ulcers. He wailed for two or three months before dying in pain.
Therefore, even if such a magical medicine is not used by oneself, it can be given as a gift to the king or the King's Hall, and it can obtain unimaginable huge benefits.
Especially the latter, even though it is only a small country with a small area geographically, it is actually an existence similar to the Papal State on earth, controlling the beliefs and spiritual world of most people here.
Its influence is far greater than that of any secular country.
If it can be canonized or recognized, then whoever dares to pry into the Roald family's territory in the future will be regarded as an enemy of God. Even if the king wants to do this, he must consider the seriousness of the consequences, which is equivalent to extra
Gained a layer of religious protection.
"If you don't believe it, you can just drop a drop on a mouse, squirrel, bird or other small animal. It won't cost you much anyway."
Zuo Si pretended not to care and made a gesture of invitation.
As a big devil with a deep understanding of psychology, sociology, human heart and human nature, he obviously knows very well what is the most precious, important and valuable to the world's ruling class, so he specially prepared a
A bottle of magic potion made with divine magic.
Because the more powerful and wealthy the upper echelons are, the more they value health and longevity, and for this reason they even trample on the bottom line of law and morality again and again.
After all, only by living can you enjoy all this and realize your ambitions and dreams.
Looking at the staggering number of people in this world who have sacrificed their most important and cherished people to become apostles in order to survive, we can know how crazy mortals can become when they are on the verge of despair and death.
So no one can refuse a bottle of magic medicine that can bring the dead back to life.
If the effect of this potion is confirmed and spreads, then it is 100% sure that a war of staggering scale will start around it.
"Sir, I think it's better to be cautious and give it a try. After all, it represents a great significance."
The middle-aged man dressed as the castle steward was obviously very excited. He kept licking his lips repeatedly while staring at the transparent crystal bottle placed in the center of the box.
But Viscount Lister Roald ignored this subordinate. Instead, he showed a very strange expression, and then said with a reserved smile: "Dear Prince, you really gave me a problem. Because of this gift.
But it’s not shabby at all. To be exact, it’s a little too expensive.”
"Expensive? Really? Although it is quite rare in my country, it is not something that is difficult to obtain for high-ranking nobles."
Zuo Si deliberately pretended not to understand.
"It seems that the continent we are on and the empire you belong to are too far apart in many places.
Perhaps in your eyes, this place can only be regarded as a primitive and backward wilderness.
If possible, I really wish I could have met you a few years earlier.
But now..."
Speaking of this, Viscount Lister Roald suddenly paused, then shook his head with a wry smile and did not say the second half of the sentence.
From those blue pupils, you can vaguely see a flash of regret.
But soon he returned to his previous state again, and he did not follow the advice of the castle manager to test the effect of the magic medicine. He directly put away the box and the box together. Then he pointed to the two women beside him and introduced: "This
The elder is Narberal, my brother's widow, and the younger is her daughter, my niece Mana."
"Your brother's wife and daughter? So you haven't married yet and have children!"
Zuo Si raised his eyebrows in surprise.
"No, of course not. The Viscount once had a wife, but she died in childbirth due to fright after the last invasion of her territory."
Another knight in armor stood up and explained for his monarch.
"I see. I'm very sorry for mentioning something that made you sad."
With an apologetic look on his face, Zuo Si put one hand on his chest and bowed slightly, showing the cultivation and courtesy that a member of the powerful imperial family should have.
But only he himself knows what he thinks in his heart.
If anyone who is familiar with Zuo Si is here, they will immediately detect the deep malice emanating from the depths of his soul from the false face on his face.
Viscount Lister Roald quickly waved his hand: "Please don't apologize, you didn't mean it. What's more, these things have passed. We must all look forward, rather than immersed in the sorrow of the past."
While saying these words, he reached out and held his sister-in-law's hand, as if conveying some emotion.
But as the passive recipient, Narberal's body obviously trembled slightly, giving the impression that she was resisting something.
Mana on the side lowered her head and said nothing, which was completely unlike the reaction that a girl who lost her father and longed for the protection of an older male in the family should have.
In short, this family feels very strange, strange, and abnormal.
"Your strength is touching."
Zuo Si had obviously seen through everything, but he still complimented the other party calmly.
“This is also something that can’t be helped.
Who made the world we live in be like this?
Whether you are a commoner or a noble, you may lose what you value most in the face of a terrible disaster at any time.
So we have no other choice but to become strong.
Okay, let's end the pleasantries here. It's better for us to quickly enter the castle.
I have ordered my servants to prepare a sumptuous banquet, which may take another hour or two.
Before that, let Mana accompany you around.
After all, you are all young people, so you should have a common language."
As he spoke, Viscount Lister Roald gently pushed his slim niece beside him.
The latter was obviously stunned for a moment, obviously confused and puzzled by his uncle's behavior.
But her mother seemed to have noticed something, and immediately touched her daughter's hair and warned: "You are not young anymore. It is natural for you to entertain distinguished guests. Remember not to be rude."
"I understand, mother."
Mana nodded slightly, then walked straight to Zuo Si and stretched out her right hand, forcing a smile: "Your Majesty, Your Excellency, would you like to visit this castle with me?"
To be continued...