"It is indeed an early reunion," Lanbisi quickly calmed down and showed a shallow smile: "I know that the identity of the messenger is a bit unexpected and will arouse suspicion... But, what I am curious about is, why do you glance at me?
Did you see through that it was me? My transformation technique was personally taught by the old dean Carlisle. Even a strong Saint-level man may not be able to see through it. Don’t tell me that that weak boy back then already had Saint-level or even beyond-Saint-level strength.
?”
"I hope your guess... or blessing can come true. Unfortunately, the fact is that I was almost killed by that damn guy with a scroll, and then I was unlucky to be hit hard by the aftermath of some big shot." Chen Rui pointed to his haggard appearance.
face, and sighed, "To tell you the truth, the reason why I see through you is because I have a special ability. You can think of it as an instrument maker's talent in certain fields. In fact,
This kind of talent cannot completely penetrate the disguise of transfiguration. The most important thing is that you give me a sense of familiarity. I seem to see the person who likes to read quietly in the library, but sometimes there are some unexpected little pranks.
That... little girl."
Most of Arthur's memory fragments are now complete. Lanbisi was his elementary school girl at Starlight Academy. As royal nobles of the two empires, the two had many interactions. Although their friendship was ordinary, they could be considered old acquaintances.
The last sentence made Lanbisi's eyes flicker with nostalgia, and then she smiled: "The talent of the 'tool maker' you mentioned, I don't think it applies to all weapon makers, right? Grandmaster Arthur
Your Mightiness."
Chen Rui also laughed, took out a bottle of wine and two glasses, poured her a glass of wine, and raised a toast: "Everyone has different encounters in life. Grandmaster is actually just a fluke, the biggest fluke in the past seven years."
"It's been seven years. The little girl who didn't understand anything back then is almost twenty years old, and the boy who was obsessed with Teacher Veronica has become a world-famous master today," Lanbisi took it.
He took a sip from the wine glass and looked up at him, "Can you tell me what happened in the seven years you disappeared?"
Chen Rui said calmly: "I was just struggling desperately to survive in a strange place. Fortunately, I survived until now."
"So. Seven years later, you are now in everyone's sight again?"
"Why, shouldn't it be?" Chen Rui looked at Lanbisi with a smile, are we finally going to get to the point?
"There's nothing that should or shouldn't be done," Lanbis shook her head and put down the cup: "I'm just a little sad that the plan can't keep up with the changes."
Chen Rui frowned deliberately: "Your Highness the Princess means...that my appearance ruined one of your plans?"
"Can I be honest?"
"Of course," Chen Rui smiled and said, "I believe you are not here just to reminisce with me or to meet me in advance."
Lanbisi nodded slightly: "When I was studying in the college, I was just an ignorant little girl, just like you said. I liked to read quietly in the library, tease people from time to time, and I also had a dream.
The love in the book does not consider life or plans too much at all. After the empire announced my marriage to you, my life was suddenly decided like this. A little girl didn't understand what love was, so she had to get married.
To a man who definitely doesn't love you, you...can't understand the feeling."
"Perhaps, you have another feeling in your heart, because the woman you are obsessed with eventually married someone else." Lanbisi showed a sarcastic smile: "In fact, as a princess of the Lanyao Empire, political marriage is actually
It's inevitable. To be honest, I have no ill feelings towards you. Marrying you might be better than marrying those annoying guys. Just when I had accepted my fate, you, my fiancé, disappeared. This disappearance is
Seven years. In these seven years, I have experienced a lot. If it weren't for the tremendous pressure exerted by your father, I would have been married off again and again in the whirlpool of interests, just like a piece of cargo! You day
If Emperor Rex doesn't show up or if he doesn't let go for a day, I can only hold on to the title of 'fiancée' and be a 'living widow' until the end of my life! Countless rumors, rumors, conspiracies... almost defeated me, and I won't give in.
, unwilling to accept such a fate!"
Chen Rui listened silently, feeling Lanbisi's mood swings, and then asked after a while: "So, you have your own plan?"
"Yes, I vowed to take control of my own life! I will never let others control my destiny!" Lanbisi sneered, "Just when I picked myself up again, re-planned my life, and moved forward step by step according to my plan
, but you suddenly appeared after seven years of disappearance!"
"I understand, my appearance, especially the timing of my appearance, was a mistake," Chen Rui stood up, walked a few steps, and sighed.
For Lambis, the "Arthur" who appears now has indeed become a redundant person.
"I admit that you reappeared, you are better than imagined, a lord with extraordinary means, a world-famous grandmaster, and you are also very promising to become the next successor of Longhuang Emperor - but this does not mean that I
Will you give up your ambitions and pursuits, and spend your life as an accessory, vase or even goods in the hands of someone other than yourself! Never!"
Chen Rui looked at Lanbisi's excited look and nodded: "I understand your purpose of coming today."
"Sorry, I'm a little out of control." Lanbisi took a sip of wine, took the opportunity to take a few deep breaths, and her mood returned to normal. A strange look passed through her eyes: "You are actually so calm? You are so calm that I didn't expect it. It seems that
You have really changed a lot."
"Time and environment can change many things, and so can you," Chen Rui said calmly, "I want to ask you formally, are you really unwilling to accept this marriage?"
"You should know the answer," Lanbisi raised her brows, looked at Chen Rui for a while, and asked, "Can I use this question as a good beginning to solve the problem?"
"I just want to solemnly clarify your attitude."
"I don't want to!" Lanbisi's answer was very definite.
This unexpected answer made Chen Rui take a deep breath and nod slowly. In fact, Lanbisi didn't know that the "fiancé" in front of her was the person she wanted to recruit, and he understood her pursuit and persistence better than she imagined.
"So, what do you want me to do?"
Lanbisi, who originally believed that the other party would refuse, was surprised. The various excuses she had prepared were suddenly useless, and she said in surprise: "You... agreed?"
"Why object?" Chen Rui spread his hands, "Even if I don't agree, you still have many prepared plans. I don't believe you will come here without any preparation or assurance. The most important thing is that marriage is not for me.
Speech is not just a political bargaining chip, but a real life event, including 'emotion', 'responsibility' and 'commitment'... This does not include 'reluctance'."
Lanbisi was silent for a moment. Suddenly she showed a moving smile: "This kind of words is a bit like the 'Arthur' before. It seems that your two female guardians have real happiness that many women envy, and maybe they can maintain their happiness."
Teacher Ronika will also have a good ending?"
"Hopefully." Chen Rui was unwilling to say more on this issue: "There is nothing in the world that comes for nothing. Now that we have reached a consensus, we can settle down and talk about the deal. Really open and honest."
Lanbisi nodded: "What do you want?"
Chen Rui sat down and said what he wanted without beating around the bush: "Holy Grail."
Lan Bisi was shocked, her beautiful eyes glowed with a burning light, and she stared closely into Chen Rui's eyes. It was actually this condition... "Arthur" came to the Lan Yao Empire to "welcome the bride" this time.
There is another plan!
Before coming here, she had always had preconceived notions. Her mind was full of how to persuade Arthur to give up this marriage, and she was prepared to deal with various difficulties. However, now she suddenly discovered that the other party also came for purposes other than marriage.
At this point, my mood suddenly became complicated.
"No wonder Cardinal Gralin would visit the imperial capital at this time..." Lanbisi suddenly thought about many things and blurted out, "Are you from the Church of Light?"
Chen Rui secretly praised Lanbisi's reaction speed. In fact, Gralin's visit to the Lanyao Empire was indeed a plan that was discussed when Raphael came to Jinyao's territory, and the purpose was to plot the Holy Grail. Gralin still had time.
The pinch was relatively accurate, but the cardinal was really shocked when "Arthur" was accidentally "injured" in Yagoda City.
“Why do you think I’m from the church?”
"I have received information that the magic game technology that is popular in the world is likely to come from Dragon Nest. Although I don't know whether this information is accurate, the equipment for magic games is manufactured by Jinyao Territory, and its promotion is implemented by the church. This is well known to you.
You must have a close interest relationship with the church. Moreover, the first time you appeared after seven years of disappearance was accompanied by Lord Gralin, so I have every reason to guess that you are a member of the church. Even in the seven years since you disappeared, it is very likely that you are a member of the church.
Probably something to do with the church, too."
"Praiseworthy reasoning." Especially the last sentence made Chen Rui smile mysteriously, "But the focus of our discussion seems to have shifted. Let's go back to the Holy Grail."
"This condition is impossible! Don't you think you take it for granted?" Lanbisi shook her head resolutely: "The Holy Grail is the highest holy object of the empire. I just hold the title of princess, and its value cannot be compared with the Holy Grail!"
"You are wrong. No matter how powerful the Holy Grail is, it is just a dead object. In my opinion, your value far exceeds that of the Holy Grail." Chen Rui's smile faded, "Lambis Heber, the younger generation
The most outstanding Heber royal family. Several princes of Emperor Covalonte are incompetent. The only one who can barely compete with you is the second prince Victor. You have gathered nearly 30% of the voices of the Congress. The impression of the elves on you
Quite good. There are also many powerful people in the church who are supporting you openly and covertly. The talents and control of your personal subordinates are not trivial. For example... the small group Shueisha of Starlight Academy. If I insist on marrying you,
Except for some die-hard loyalists, these powers will be completely out of your control. In fact, as far as I know, after the Lanyao Empire announced their marriage, the power you have has been greatly affected."
"It seems you know a lot about me." Lanbisi's eyes flashed with light. What "Arthur" just said was not only about her revealed strength, but also about "Shueisha".
It was her secret weapon, but it was revealed in one word.
"It's just some necessary understanding of my fiancée... Don't tell me that you know nothing about my movements after my return." Chen Rui's serious eyes did not show a trace of smile, "Your ambition is indeed very lofty, but it is difficult.
It must be beyond imagination. You have been using Emperor Rex's pressure on the Lanyao Empire to block the coveting eyes of the surroundings, and pave the way for your progress step by step. Now my reappearance has indeed made
You are in a dilemma, but this is also a test and an opportunity. I can fully cooperate with your plan, and I can also win the support of the Church of Light for you. The road ahead of you will be broader and smoother. As for the Holy Grail... by
The Church of Light comes forward to take charge, you just need to play some key roles."
"That's it?" Seeing that he had no further words, Lanbisi frowned slightly and asked.
"That's just it."
Lanbisi was lost in thought, and after a while she finally said: "I can't seem to find a reason to refuse such generous transaction terms. Are you sure you can get me the support of the church?"
"I'm sure Gralin is at the inn. I can arrange for you to meet and discuss it in detail," Chen Rui answered without thinking, "Not only that, I know you have always wanted to win over the Morden family. This time in the Master Tallinn incident, Covalonte
The emperor's illegitimate son Ed died unexpectedly, and the Liard and Morden families are in big trouble. It is also a good opportunity for you. In this regard, I can also play some unexpected roles."
"Your ability... to be precise, your changes in seven years really amaze me," Lanbis looked at him deeply and smiled suddenly, "Maybe it was a mistake for me to give up on this marriage?"
"It's still too late to regret it," Chen Rui shrugged: "Do you plan to retain this power?"
"No." Lanbisi's eyes showed determination, "I have reached this point and will never look back. I want to control my own destiny instead of being controlled by others. I'm sorry, including you.
This is the path I chose, and I will keep going until I completely control myself and the destiny of everyone in the empire."
My destiny is up to me, not to others; people’s destiny is up to me, not to God.
This is the real Lambis.
From another perspective, she is somewhat similar to Chen Rui. They both want to control their own destiny, but they choose different paths.
However, when she truly and completely masters the empire, she may find that she has lost the true self she once wanted to master. Chen Rui thought of Katharine and Rex, and felt an inexplicable sigh in his heart. No matter what,
, as she said herself, this is the path she chose and she will keep going.
Chen Rui took a deep breath and raised his glass: "I admire your perseverance and respect your decision. So... I wish you success, Your Highness Lanbisi."