The cold north, the sky and earth covered by wind and snow.
The world turns into unchanging whiteness, which is the beauty that brings fear. When the gentle sunshine is lost, life also stops growing.
On the hard frozen soil, the outline of the small castle built of rocks cannot be seen clearly in the wind and snow, and only some windows and doors can be seen.
A man in black armor stood in front of the snowy window, looking at the outside world. At this moment, the door opened, and a woman with a headscarf walked in carrying a candle lamp, and then placed the lamp on the table to illuminate the dimness.
indoors.
"Are you still looking at the situation outside? According to the speculations of those wizards, this heavy snow will not stop in a short time."
"I understand, but I still feel so insignificant." The man turned around, with a few snowflakes on his sword-like eyebrows...
"After becoming a transcendent, the cold and heat of the four seasons are no longer an obstacle to me. I inevitably ignore the changes in the environment. It was not until this cold winter came that I realized that we are still just mortals. We can only tremble under the majesty of winter.
Shivering." He shook his head and sat down.
"How is Anne?" he asked his wife beside him.
"She just went to bed. She seems to be a little restless recently. The heavy snow has kept her at home for too long."
"Haha, this is also embarrassing for her." The man smiled, then picked up the teacup on the table and took a sip of water.
"How much food is left in the castle?"
"It can probably support the people in the town for half a year. Compared with other villages and towns, it is considered wealthy." The woman sighed softly.
"We have to thank the business lady we met by chance in the south. Because of her guidance and introduction, we bought a lot of affordable food."
"I have to thank Her Majesty the Queen." The wife beside me reminded her.
"Well, if it weren't for Her Majesty the Queen's decree, our team might not be able to return smoothly." Looking back on the hardships along the way, the man couldn't help but feel grateful.
They knights were ordered to go south to purchase grain, but on the way back they encountered many harsh and greedy nobles who tried to withhold or confiscate the life-saving grain. Fortunately, after hearing this, Her Majesty the Queen issued a special order to let the nobles along the way.
Release and do not allow these special materials to be retained.
Because of the threat of the Royal Legion, these nobles had to restrain themselves a lot, which allowed them to finally return to the north safely.
With this batch of food, Hanye Ling had a smooth winter. Even when the mountains were blocked by heavy snow, there were fewer scenes of people starving to death.
But, how long can this situation last? One day the food will eventually run out, and what choices will they face?
In the court of Titania, the music was still playing soothingly, and the court girls danced gracefully, their dancing skirts like blooming petals, shining under the brilliant lights.
Jie Lanen and a group of young nobles watched from the sidelines of the dance floor, while many noble girls secretly looked at it, calculating when to approach the eldest son of the griffon and let his eyes stay on them.
"Long time no see, Jie Lann." A man with short black hair and wearing a black dress came over. He had a strong build and exuded the demeanor of a mature man.
"Senior Elon, long time no see." Jie Lann was slightly surprised to see this man, then smiled, and the two shook hands.
Elon Trey, the second son of the Raven Duke, is also recognized by everyone as the next head of the Trey family and the successor of the Raven Duke.
Although he was the second son, because the eldest son was too frail and sick and was bedridden all year round, he was raised directly according to the standards of a successor, and now he has a high reputation among the upper echelons of the empire.
Compared to Geralan, who is not yet married, the heir of the Raven Duke already has three children, and has already begun to deal with various matters in the territory, slowly taking over some of the affairs of the old Raven Duke.
The reason why I stay in Titania for a long time now is to negotiate with all parties and arrange the distribution of relief supplies.
Although Elon Trey also graduated from Emenas, he was two years earlier than Geran, so the two did not have much interaction, and could only be considered acquaintances.
Curious about the purpose of this senior student and the successor of another duke in the empire to greet him, Jielan still maintained his superficial enthusiasm and welcome.
After the two chatted and reminisced about their school days for a while, they talked about recent events.
"I've heard a lot about you recently." The senior showed a mysterious smile.
"Oh, what kind of rumors are they? They must be laughing at me, right?" Jie Lanen responded with a smile.
"No, everyone said that since you, the young lion, came to Titania, others have lost their charm in an instant, and can no longer make those beautiful girls sway." Elon shook the wine glass slightly, and the two
The person leaned on the guardrail and looked at the lively dance floor below.
"This is just a joke, it's not that exaggerated." Jie Lanen shook his head and drank the orange Cointreau in his hand with a smile.
"This is true. In fact, I came here this time to be a matchmaker and introduce a distant sister of mine." After speaking, Elon waved, and a girl in a black dress walked slowly over.
She has black hair and black eyes, wears black stockings, black lace gloves, and a black dress. Only her shoulders and neck are exposed, and her skin is so white that she has a stunning and charming charm.
"Fa Xin'er, this is Jie Lan'en. You must already know his identity."
"I have met Sir Jie Lanen." The slender black-haired girl lifted her skirt, her graceful neck lowered like a black swan, then raised it, and looked at Jie Lanen with her black crystal eyes.
Even the well-informed eldest son of the gryphon had to admit that he was a little tempted at this moment. This was indeed a touching girl, and she even overlapped with the one in his memory.
"How is it? Isn't it very beautiful? My sister. Her name is Fa Xiner. She has no engagement yet. As a brother, I am also a little worried, so I want you to get to know her briefly. As for whether it will work out in the future, it depends on
You have made your own choice, and there is only so much I can do."
After introducing his distant sister, Elon left space for the two of them to be alone, and then left in a small step.
When the other noble girls saw it, they looked at the girl with jealousy. Some even wanted to slander this lucky girl. Even if they were ruined, they would not let her succeed.
It's a pity that such people are blocked by other nobles around them, either openly or covertly. Although the Trey family has always kept a low profile in the upper echelons of the empire, it does not mean that they are in a weak position. One of the four great dukes in the empire still has a terrifying calling.
With his ability, countless lords in the north swore allegiance to the Raven Banner.
Since Elon Trey, the heir to the Duke, has taken the initiative to act as a matchmaker, other nobles have to give him face and are not allowed to disturb or obstruct him, otherwise it will be tantamount to going against the Trey family.
In the empire, there are really only a handful of families that can compete with the Trey family, and they cannot afford to commit such an offence.
As a result, in the lively palace banquet, a small quiet space miraculously formed beside Jie Lanen and Fa Xiner. The two sat at the small round table, drank clear and mellow wine, and talked to each other.
Recent anecdotes and hobbies that interest each other.
In the golden chandelier, the light passes through the surface of the layers of glass, reflecting the fine splendor, embellishing this magnificent palace. Boys and girls get to know each other here, and become attached to each other, and their marriage will form a new relationship.
Alliances and relationships gradually change the position of imperial power.
Scenes like this are constantly staged, together outlining the colorful and changeable lives of these noble people.
