The carriage was on its way to the province of Kote. Duwei was sitting in the carriage. Opposite him, there was a middle-aged man with a respectful look. This man was wearing a gorgeous robe and a golden belt around his waist.
He is obviously dressed like a noble, but his skin color is slightly dark, and he is quite tall and has thick knuckles. These are things that orthodox and proud nobles despise. For a truly proud noble
Said, what one dreams of is a pale complexion and a slender figure.
And this guy... looks a little more rude.
This man was none other than a nephew of Old Munes, the finance minister of the Roland Empire. He also served in the army, and was later transferred to the Imperial Supervisory Office as a deputy commander, and also had the title of baron.
After donating 50 million gold coins for the military, Du Wei received the imperial decree of pardon from the Luo Lin family. This time he went south to his hometown in Luo Lin Plain to personally announce this important event.
As for the guy traveling with him, as an official of the Imperial Supervisory Office, he was the person ordered by the Prince Regent to convey the pardon order.
...Actually, the reason why this man was sent to Luolin Plain with Du Wei also has another meaning. This guy is the nephew of Finance Minister Munez, and the Luolin family has a marriage contract with the Finance Minister's family. Du Wei's younger brother,
He and the finance minister's youngest granddaughter had been engaged to each other for a long time. However, later on, the Luo Lin family collapsed, and no one mentioned this matter again. Originally, if there was no hope of the Luo Lin family's recovery, then this engagement would probably be over.
It's invalid, after all. The Luo Lin family are not fools. They will not think that their family has collapsed and they can still marry the granddaughter of the dignified imperial finance minister.
The relationship between the two families gradually became indifferent. But this time the pardon signed by the regent personally gave the Luo Lin family hope of making a comeback. Although old Earl Raymond's political career was over, because of the pardon signed by the regent.
, only agreed to restore the title of the Luo Lin family, and at the same time allowed the Luo Lin family to decide on their own the successor of the next earl. However, Earl Raymond's official position was not restored, and even the restraint on him that he would never be hired had nowhere to go. After all, he
He was once one of the leaders of the coup. Such a serious crime cannot be pardoned. Otherwise, wouldn't the regent slap himself in the mouth?
Although it is impossible for old Raymond to come back, little Gabri is unanimously favored by everyone! This little guy, who has been known as a genius in the imperial capital since he was a child, is originally very smart, and now he has received the news that the Luo Lin family title has been restored...
What's more, he also has an older brother, the Tulip Duke, who is currently very popular! When this little guy becomes an adult in the future, his career can be said to be bright!
Under this circumstance, repairing the relationship with the Luolin family has become the top priority of Finance Minister Munez. This time, his nephew went to the Luolin Plain with Du Wei. On the one hand, he issued an official document in the official capacity of the Imperial Supervision Office
Pardon order. Another important thing is to use the goodwill representative of the Chancellor's family to repair the relationship with the Luo Lin family and prepare to bring up the old matters again. I hope that the engagement between the two families can continue to be maintained. At the same time, I also meet little Gabriel in person.
, the future Earl of the Luo Lin family, let’s see if this little guy is still so good...
The carriage went all the way south, urged by Du Wei who was eager to return. It kept running all the way, and the nephew of the finance minister beside him was very cooperative and did not raise any objections.
Du Wei had a good impression of this guy. He had served in the army of the empire. He was not a playboy nobleman, but rather a manly man. Although it was hard to travel all the way, he did not show any dissatisfaction in his words and deeds.
.My behavior, words and deeds are all quite cheerful.
Finally, on this day, they arrived at the Emerald River, also known as the Luolin River. Du Wei knew that by walking through this river, he would officially enter the Luolin Plain. He couldn't help but recall those who were traveling with him when he first came here.
It was a scene where the Luo Lin family's cavalry guards cheered and shouted "Go home".
Home... this should be considered my home.
"Grand Duke, after crossing this river, we will reach the territory of the Luo Lin family, right?" the guest in the carriage asked with a smile.
Du Wei nodded, but said politely: "Baron Kopp, this is not the Luolin Plain, but the Kote Province."
Koppu smiled: "It's not the same. You are too polite. After this pardon is issued, this place will be Luolin Plain again." After a pause, he added: "Before I came, my
Uncle Munes also told me that the Luolin Plain is fertile and the scenery is very good. With such a territory, there is no need for the Luolin family to prosper."
Du Wei knew that this guy was ordered to mend the relationship, so after hearing his compliment, he didn't say anything and just smiled.
He continued on his way, and on the fifth day of the journey, he arrived at the castle of the Luo Lin family where Du Wei had lived for a year.
However, the private guard camp of the Luo Lin family that was originally stationed outside the castle had been removed long ago. The carriage came all the way to the outside of the castle on the road, and there was no guard cavalry from the Luo Lin family to greet them. The surrounding area seemed very quiet, even in the past.
…
Alas, I remember when I was there, at this time, there were still many soldiers on vacation playing football on the grass next to the road.
At this time, Rodriguez's voice came from outside: "Your Excellency, we are here."
Du Wei opened the car window and looked at the towering Luo Lin family castle and the tall tower... and couldn't help but sigh.
Mother, I still haven't let you down, the Luo Lin family... was finally restored by me!
The carriage convoy entered the castle and was greeted by the old butler Hill who was still here. After Du Wei jumped out of the car, the old butler's face seemed a little excited. Du Wei had already taken pictures along the way. The advance knights arrived first. This time they came back.
They must have known about the matter.
Sure enough, as soon as the old housekeeper finished saluting the young master, he heard a cheerful and surprising voice coming from the castle gate: "Brother!!!"
Then, a young man rushed out and threw himself on Du Wei. Du Wei laughed, hugged his brother hard, and then pulled him away to take a closer look.
I haven't seen him in the past two years. This younger brother seems to have grown up a lot. His body has become stronger and stronger. At this moment, he is wearing a white warrior training uniform with a short sword on his waist. He already looks quite handsome.
He has the temperament of an heir to the Luo Lin Wuxun family.
Du Wei knew that this was not a place to reminisce about old times, so he introduced the popular science baron, and then looked inside: "Where is mother?"
There was a trace of worry on Gabri's eyebrows: "Mother is in the room... Father has not been in good health recently. Mother is with him in the room. Moreover, mother was originally going to come down to see you, but because there are distinguished guests, mother said
She is a concubine, so it is not convenient for her to come out to greet guests, as it is not etiquette."
Afterwards, Gabri coughed, lowered his hands and stood in silence. He said to Baron Popular Science: "Is this Lord Popular Science from the Imperial Supervisory Office? I already know your reason for coming. I'm just sorry that my father is sick and can't
Coming down to greet you."
Not feeling well? Du Wei frowned slightly, and then he was polite to Kopp and said: "Baron Kopp, I'm sorry. In this case, please come with me to the room to see my father.
The pardon order will be read out in the room."
Koppu didn't care about this and quickly nodded in agreement.
Later, Duwei and Kopp, led by Gabri, entered the castle and came to the master bedroom upstairs.
As soon as he opened the door, Du Wei heard a heavy coughing sound coming from the room. This sound made Du Wei's heart skip a beat. His father seemed to be seriously ill.
When he pushed the door open and walked in, he saw old Count Raymond lying on a big bed in the middle of the room. His originally majestic and burly body seemed to have lost a lot of weight. He looked like an old and skinny lion. His face was also pale.
The former ruddy color looked very sallow, and the eye sockets seemed to be deeply sunken. Even the formerly bright eyes seemed a little cloudy...
Du Wei saw this and couldn't help but feel a little bitter: Father, how old is he?
It seems that after being dismissed from all official positions and losing his ancestral title and territory, although his father was lucky enough to survive and return to his hometown, he must be extremely guilty of himself! As the patriarch of the Luo Lin family, the Luo Lin family was ruined by him.
For a generation, a father who takes the family as his own responsibility must have felt very painful in the past two years. In the past, the empire was a famous general, but now he has become a weak and sick man...
The countess was standing beside the bed. In Du Wei's eyes, this mother was still as beautiful as ever. Although there were wrinkles at the corners of her eyes and time had gradually eroded her beauty, she looked as beautiful as she wore light makeup.
Standing there so quietly, the tenderness and kindness in the eyes looking at him made Du Wei's heart immediately heat up.
He took a deep breath, strode into the room, and then knelt on one knee beside the bed: "Father! Mother! I'm back!"
The Countess' face showed a trace of deep love. She walked up to her son and gently hugged her son's head. She gently stroked Du Wei's hair with her slender fingers. She didn't say a word and just looked at herself quietly.
's son.
Count Raymond, who was on the bed, struggled to sit up. Looking at his son kneeling in front of the bed, he coughed a few times, then sighed and whispered: "Duwei... I have worked hard for you these past two years."
Afterwards, Baron Copp also walked in, and after greeting the two of them, he read out the pardon signed by the Prince Regent in front of Count Raymond's hospital bed.
After reading, the eyes of the old Earl Raymond suddenly burst into astonishing light! At this moment, he seemed to have returned to the famous general of the empire where he led the expedition in the past. He took a deep breath: "
Unexpectedly, our Luo Lin family will one day recover!" He looked at his eldest son and whispered: "Du Wei! Thank you! Otherwise, the Luo Lin family will really be ruined in my hands. I'm afraid
Even if I die, I can't forgive myself!"
Baron Kopp smiled and said: "Raymond... you and I are old acquaintances. What happened this time is due to Duke Tulip! Speaking of which, your family and I are family friends. When I came here this time, I also brought my
Greetings from uncle."
Count Raymond smiled: "Well, Baron Copp, please help me convey my gratitude to Lord Munez."
Koppu added: "It's just a pity, old friend. Your official title cannot be restored. I think you can understand this. The regent restored the Luo Lin family's title. This time, in addition to issuing a pardon, I also have a
One thing is, regarding the ownership of the Luo Lin family's earl title, please decide the heir to the title. When I go back, I will take it back and report it to the regent and the royal family... After all, the Luo Lin family can be regarded as
A lineage of the royal family."
The heir? Who else besides little Gabriel? This is just a formality.
Old Raymond smiled, and then he politely invited the special envoy to rest in the best guest room.
When there were only four members of the family left in the room, Earl Raymond showed a heavy expression on his face: "Duwei, you were not required to come to issue the imperial order. Now that you are back, you must be here."
Are there other important things?"
Du Wei nodded, his expression anything but relaxed: "Father... does have important matters. Well, I'm coming back this time. On the one hand, I'm here for the pardon order, and on the other hand, I'm here to seek support from the family.
!After my brother becomes the earl, I need the full support of the Luo Lin family! And the family’s private army..."
He hadn't finished speaking. Earl Raymond suddenly smiled and said: "Okay, let's not talk about these things now. Duwei, I am very weak and need to rest. If anything happens, we can talk about it tomorrow."
Let’s talk in detail.”
Du Wei was stunned for a moment. Then he smiled and nodded: "Okay, father, then tonight I will..."
He originally said that he would go back to his room to rest tonight. But before he finished speaking, Earl Raymond suddenly said: "No, you can't go back to your room to sleep tonight!"
"You sleep in the study tonight!" Count Raymond looked at his son, his eyes flashed, and he said word by word: "This is our tradition!"
Pass...tradition?
Du Wei couldn't help but feel a little weird in his heart. The tradition is correct...but I am no longer the heir to the Luo Lin family!
But looking at his father on the hospital bed, Du Wei didn't raise any objections. Instead, he went out obediently. The old housekeeper Hill had prepared everything.
Tonight, Du Wei still slept in the study room of the castle.
Count Raymond left Gabriel in the room.
He looked at his youngest son with a sudden guilt on his face: "Gabriel, are you dissatisfied with my decision?"
Gabri's young face was full of determination: "No, father, I think all your decisions are correct."
"You are very smart, my son." Earl Raymond suddenly stretched out his hand, called his youngest son to the bed, and gently touched his face: "But, I don't think you can lead the family to glory. Therefore, my decision remains
Yes: You inherit my title of earl. But... I decided to let Du Wei take the position of patriarch!"
Gabri didn't have any objections. From the young Gabri's point of view, following his brother was a natural thing.
"My body, I know very well, I won't live long." Old Raymond seemed to smile, but beside him, his wife's eyes conveyed deep pain. Old Raymond gently held her hand
His wife's hand, then looked down at her little son: "Gabri, remember my words, never forget them in your life, always remember them!"
"...Father, what?"
"Your brother!" Old Raymond said in an unprecedented serious tone: "Follow him! Follow him all your life, stay by his side, and be loyal to him!"
Du Wei returned to this surprisingly large study room, paying attention to the tall bookcases surrounding the room, and looked at the oil paintings on the wall. It was here that he discovered Semmel.
I have to stay in the study again tonight...but what my father just said...
Tradition... The tradition of the Luo Lin family is that only the patriarch or heir must stay in the study room on the first night when he returns to the castle. (This tradition was introduced earlier in this book).
But... I am no longer a member of the Luo Lin family in terms of name and status.
In the study, the servants had brought food and water. When the door was closed, Du Wei was left alone again.
When he lived here alone, he was still a powerless and disgraced young master. But now, he has become a successful duke. With just one word, he can summon tens of thousands of people to die for him!
Looking at the oil paintings on the wall, Du Wei suddenly smiled.
"This is the beginning of a series of adventures for me! I wonder if I will encounter anything interesting again tonight..."