Kingdom’s Bloodline

Chapter 706 In the Name of the King

Federico—or Feder, as the family used to call him—was laughing.

Even though he was kneeling in embarrassment and humiliation on the ground in front of the stands, his hands were bound, his forehead touched the ground, and all his organs were moaning.

Half of his face was numb, his left eye was punched by the capture just now, and it was so swollen that it was hard to see, his jaw was dragged out of a big hole, bleeding continuously, and his ribs were also kicked, causing a dull pain , the left wrist that was tied behind the back was severely sprained, and the pain was excruciating.

And that's just the upper body.

But Feder was still laughing.

The smile was extraordinarily happy, extraordinarily relieved, extraordinarily sincere, even with a hint of madness, no matter how harshly the security officer in charge of escorting him scolded him to restrain himself.

Once, he curled up in a small, cold, dark room, supported himself by hatred and shame, shivered in the endless screams and groans in his ears, and maintained his body temperature by pain and anger.

Thinking of the countless days and nights spent in that small room, Fei De unconsciously tightened his body and slowed down his breathing.

His mouth smelled of mud and blood, blood and saliva kept oozing from his lips, and he had no strength or time to wipe it off.

Now, this little wound and pain, this little humiliation and embarrassment, compared with the previous experience, it is like a reward of fate.

They remind you where you are.

It indicates the coming revenge and pleasure.

It also foretells that he is willing to give everything in exchange for more rewards.

The arc of Fede's mouth widened.

The lights around him were as bright as day, while the shadow under him was as black as ink.

That sword wielder, that bastard who claimed to have killed the royal guard, really left? No mercy at all?

Worth mentioning.

Anyway, it's almost done.

Fei De raised his head with difficulty but joyfully, the familiar and unfamiliar, chaotic and orderly options will appear in front of him:

The police officers who escorted him were panic-stricken and bewildered.

The audience farther away was full of noise, the vassals were discussing fiercely, the foreign guests were whispering, the guards were tense and vigilant, and the sergeants were holding their weapons tightly...

It's okay here! They just need to talk, you all stand back, stay away, don't come here! Keep everyone else away!

Xi Lai yelled, preventing the surrounding guards and servants from approaching, and signaled them all to retreat, who were nervous and anxious.

Miss Kevin Dill has a special status and has a close relationship with their respective masters. Both the Star Lake Guard and the Emerald Legion have scruples. They have to retreat slowly, push back the crowd, and separate a large area for Thales and Jen En Clearing ground, at the same time eyeing each other vigilantly.

Soon, everyone in the audience, regardless of locals or outsiders, regardless of vassals or guests or ordinary guards, regardless of whether they are anxious or calm, angry or grateful, are waiting for the two people with the highest status in Emerald City at this moment, or Said it was the result of their negotiations.

Exploring?

Jen En ignored the gazes of the people around him, stared at Thales, and lowered his voice:

You mean that your father has done so many things and set up so many games, not to deal with me and Emerald City, but to... test your position at this moment?

It should be both. Thales came back to his senses, and the emptiness after the sin of Hell River faded made him dizzy. It's his preference to kill two birds with one stone, so that no matter whether he wins or loses, he can at least gain one thing.

Jen frowned.

Listen, I know that Federico is a big threat to you, Thales turned his head to look at Federico, who was kneeling in the formation of security officers, with a strange smile, but I can't just stand by, I need He lives for now, or my father will know...

Then let him know!

Zhan En suddenly raised the volume, he took two steps back anxiously, took a deep breath, and then turned his head again:

Let him know that it was Fei De who was too stupid and blind to cause the failure, and you couldn't make up for it, not us...

If I wasn't here when the incident happened, he might still understand... Thales sighed.

lie.

The voice in his heart said not-so-pleasantly sarcastically:

You are very clear, Thales.

With King Kessel's suspicion and vigilance, he would never be so considerate.

As long as Federico fails, as long as you don't make a decision on the fly at the critical moment, then he will doubt your position.

Thales tried his best to throw away distracting thoughts:

But now, I'm standing here, watching, and Federico is there, waiting or expecting my intervention...

Jen snorted lightly.

I should have asked Seychelles to drive you to the farthest stand to separate you, or even lock you up in the palace... he sarcastically said, I shouldn't even have let you get close to Shiley at all.

Thales let out a long sigh.

Guys, I've got them, but it won't be long, Hilley said, turning around in an anxious voice. Tell me, you've worked out a solution to this situation, haven't you?

Zhan En had an ugly expression and remained silent.

That's right, we have a solution, the prince looked around, trying not to let the eyes of the outside world bother him, his voice was so small that only the Kevin Dill brothers and sisters could hear him, Listen, Jann, you once asked me what price I wanted , are you willing to help? That's it.

Thales looked at Federico in the distance.

You mean you want to cover up the rebellious party openly, Zhan En said in a low voice, with a bad tone, support his accusation, frame him, and make me a suspect of patricide and silence—then you can 'help' me ?”

What? Hillary couldn't believe it.

No, those charges won't be adopted, I just want to delay the situation, Thales wanted to explain, So Jann, you can't win yet, and Federico can't die yet...

We talked about it, Zhan En interrupted him coldly, In Emerald City, let's suspend the truce and not be enemies with each other...

I am not your enemy.

Then what is this?

Jen's tone became urgent.

Hille hurriedly held his brother back, but the Duke's expression made the people in the Emerald City even more restless.

Thales felt a headache.

If you win today, Jen, if you let Federico disappear just like that—do you think my father will let it go? Then maybe it won't be me, Federico, or the kingdom's secretary who will come to the Emerald City next time. Ko, but Kingdom Wrath and his soldiers!

Jen watched him closely, and after a few seconds, the Duke smiled.

You're really scared of him, aren't you?

Thales paused.

So you want me to let go and let his knife go into my heart?

Jen lowered his voice and tried his best to maintain basic decency:

The reason is that if I don't, the king will bring a longer knife next time—do you see the absurdity here?

Thales hesitated to speak.

What's even more absurd is that even if I win this round, you will still be a noble prince. At most, your wallet will be smaller and your father's love will be less. Zhan En said coldly.

No.

Thales took a breath, and the Guertaxa in his pocket was getting heavier and heavier.

But if I let go, I lose...

The Duke of South Bank glanced at the waiting people around him, and his eyes became more and more grim.

Hillary's face turned pale.

Thales swallowed his throat.

You won't lose.

Jann sneered, he looked at Federico:

You don't know what I'm facing, Your Highness.

Thales frowned lightly.

Duke Falkenhaus, he faced the same problem, but he chose to believe me, Thales took off the 'Warner' from his waist, speaking earnestly, He gave me a sword, and Xihuang finally be preserved.

Jen's expression changed.

Thales took a step forward, looking sincerely into the other's cold and resolute eyes:

For Emerald City's sake, for your sister's sake, Jann, please.

Jen's eyes moved.

At that moment, it seemed that everything in the arena came to a standstill.

Only Thales and Jann were left to decide the fate of the Emerald City in this crucial conversation.

You think you're sure of her, don't you? Zhan En said softly.

What? Thales and Xi Lai were both taken aback.

Do you think that you played the good guy card and made friends with her by deceiving yourself, so that you can soften my attitude and blur the essence of this struggle?

Zhan En looked at his sister, then at Thales, and said with a sneer:

Do you think I can't see your attitude and position here, that you would rather resort to tricks and luck than face the facts, and just want to bow your head and escape?

Thales' heart skipped a beat.

Rather resort to tricks and luck...

unwilling to face the truth...

I just want to bow my head and escape...

Jen what is he talking about?

He subconsciously clenched his fist, but through his pocket, he met Guertaksa—the bone ring.

Uh, brother, Xi Lai felt uncomfortable, I think we'd better discuss the matter as it stands, and we shouldn't go too far...

Second Lieutenant Cherki, continue to escort the suspect!

In the next second, Zhan En's cold order woke up everyone present.

No one is allowed to obstruct him on the way until he is sent to prison!!

Thales' mood sank and he returned to reality.

Jane! he warned loudly.

The change in the attitude of the two nobles made the onlookers nervous.

Hypocrisy, hypocrisy, hesitation, and weakness, Zhan En turned his head and sneered again and again, I'm really tired of your pretentious act of holding morals in your hands and pretending to be selfless even though you're only doing it for your own convenience and satisfaction. Makes me nauseous.

Thales trembled inwardly.

Xi Lai understood her brother's attitude and was taken aback:

Jen, wait, don't rush to decide...

But the Duke didn't care about the prince's warning, nor his sister's persuasion, and ordered:

Caution Office, what are you still doing?

Beside Federico, the police officers who were hesitating in a daze were all stunned, and they roughly dragged Federico who was kneeling:

Yes Yes!

The crowd became agitated again, and people began to discuss what happened in this round of negotiations and dialogues, how the duke and the prince fought around the suspect...

But Thales just stared at Zhan En with a determined expression.

hateful.

He has clearly explained the cause and effect, the stakes, but why...

[I'd rather resort to tricks and chances...don't want to face the truth...just want to bow my head and escape...]

At that moment, countless thoughts flashed between lightning and flint.

【You walk on the top of the cliff, but dream about the view of the sky...】

The king's voice sounded faintly, making Thales tremble violently!

Is it?

A few seconds later, when Thales returned to reality and the present, when he looked at the bustling crowd in front of him with difficulty, looking at the faces of Zhan En and Xi Lai...

He knew that he had made a choice.

Duke Jane!

Thales said loudly, the voice was amplified by the crime of Hell River, so that everyone around could hear clearly:

The things mentioned by the suspect Federico Kevin Dill are of great importance and have many doubts. For the sake of fairness and justice, and your reputation, I think we should not rush to draw conclusions. We might as well set up a special case and send someone to investigate strictly. How about interrogating carefully until the truth comes to light?

After the prince's words fell, the originally chattering crowd suddenly fell silent, and the security officers escorting Federico also slowed down, and the leader glanced worriedly here and there from time to time.

Zhan En looked at him slowly, his face livid.

What? Shiley was equally surprised and unbelievable.

But Thales just stared at Zhan En, who looked back at him with deep and complicated eyes.

His Royal Highness Thales, Jen En said clearly, but at a slow pace, You must be tired and your mind is not clear.

Thales sighed softly at Jen's response.

But soon, he took a deep breath and took a step forward.

He gets it.

The atmosphere was not right, and people from both sides—the Star Lake Guard and the Emerald Legion—were all in awe, subconsciously moving closer to their master.

Star Lake Guard!

Thales drank decisively, causing Zhan En's eyes to change.

He understood that this confrontation had nothing to do with promises, justice, character, or their personal grievances.

It's only about winning or losing.

Jen wanted to win, of course he refused to back down.

As for Thales, he couldn't lose, so naturally he could only move forward.

In the name of the king, quickly take down the suspect Federico Kevin Dill!

Facing Thales' unflinching reaction, Zhan En frowned.

Thales looked back at the ashen-faced Xinghu guards:

Take it back and keep it under strict guard—our guard!

After the words fell, Huaiya, who was still hesitating, was completely stunned, until Miranda kicked him hard.

Yes—as ordered, Your Highness!

Huai Ya tried his best not to look at the eyes of the people around him, and turned to look at his colleagues who were equally astonished:

So, the vanguard wing, or the guard wing? In short, His Highness has ordered that I need two...

One is enough. Without waiting for Wyah to finish speaking, Miranda stepped out decisively and walked towards Federico.

Perhaps it was because the king was famous enough, and the guards next to him looked at each other in blank dismay, not daring to stop him, but Miranda hadn't taken a few steps forward——

Seychelles!

Zhan En's order sounded, and another figure moved in response!

Boom!

With a blunt sound, Miranda raised the eagle soaring, and parried away an unsheathed sword.

Stand back, ma'am, that's the Emerald City's own prisoner.

I saw the Seychelles knight holding his sword flat, standing coldly between Federico and Miranda, with cold eyes.

The two soldiers confronted each other, making everyone extremely nervous. Both the Star Lake Guard and the Emerald Sergeant looked at their masters one after another, gearing up secretly to prepare for the attack.

Knight of Seychelles, did you hear His Royal Highness Thales' order? Miranda tightened the hilt of her sword tightly in her glove.

Seychelles glanced at Zhan En - the latter's eyebrows trembled and his face was ashen.

The knight turned his head: Sorry, I'm deaf.

Then retire earlier? The female swordsman's complexion changed.

You're not my opponent, it's almost the same as Mallos. Seychelles said disdainfully.

The Terror Blade has other important matters, and I have no time for him. Miranda felt the strong pressure from the other party, but she gritted her teeth firmly and did not show any weakness.

Glover and the others behind Miranda looked at each other, wanting to step forward to share the pressure, but the sergeants behind Seychelles were also staring at them.

The onlookers around had different expressions. Most of the foreign visitors looked calm, but the local nobles and vassals looked ugly. Earl Lasia clenched his fists in anger, and the two Miss Karabijan whispered together.

Wait a moment!

At this moment, Xi Lai yelled, and she rushed between Jann and Thales, pointing at one of them with one hand, with an angry look on her face:

Keep your men back and put away your weapons! We don't have to! At least not now!

In the next second, Miranda and Seychelles, who were on the front line of the confrontation, frowned:

Cassian knights silently appeared beside them.

I'm not sure about fighting you, Cassian sighed, but I can assure you, Seychelles, Ms. Arend, I will attack the one who strikes first.

Miranda and Seychelles frowned, and they looked at each other.

Seychelles snorted coldly and took the lead to take a step back. Miranda breathed a sigh of relief and also backed away.

Only then did the two parties retreat a little, to make room for the Duke and the three of them again.

Get out of the way, Xi Lai, Zhan En reprimanded his sister, but kept his eyes on Thales, It's not your time to talk now...

Shut up, brother, Xi Lai turned her head, and poked her finger viciously in the direction of Zhan En, This is all a basket that you think you are poking out! A trap, huh? There are more chips, huh? The overall situation is settled? Ha, ha ,ha!

Jen's face darkened.

Seeing this, Thales sighed and said, Hey Lai, this matter really has nothing to do with you...

Xi Lai turned around sharply, pointing directly at Thales' forehead:

Don't tell me this has nothing to do with me, you little brat! If you don't come on a blind date, I'm fine with nothing!

Thales frowned.

After Xi Lai's tyrannical robbing, the two sides looked at me and I looked at you, and the atmosphere was a bit chilly.

Xi Lai tried her best to calm down, and said to the two in a low voice:

Well, I know, I know you don't like each other, but I don't force you to like each other...

No, Hilley, it's not just about my relationship with him...

I think he is just like his father, he likes the Emerald City...

Shut up!

Hilley interrupted them angrily, causing them both to eat together.

She took a deep breath and first tried to persuade the prince:

Listen, Thales, I know, my brother is in a mess with himself, he doesn't want to give up the advantages he already has, and he doesn't want to spit out the meat in his mouth, but...

In the middle of speaking, Xi Lai sighed slowly:

However, Thales, you have to understand that if you stand up to support Federico's accusations: patricide, silence... Doing so will not only prevent Zhan En from winning, but you will also force him to die.

Thales paused.

I know, I understand, but please believe me, Hille, this is only temporary. Only in this way can I control the situation, take the initiative, and choose to advance or retreat...

I guess that's what you told Anke Bailar, too? Jann sneered.

Thales' eyelids twitched.

Use your blandishments that are used to hypocrisy - 'Please believe me', to lie to him that you will help him and save him. This is the most tricky way to make him put down his weapon and go into prison obediently, so that he can let his heart rest. You who are good at seeing but not suffering others, are you pure if you don’t see it?”

Thales trembled all over, and he slowly raised his head.

Jane!

Xi Lai turned her head, her expression suddenly became fierce:

I told you to shut up!

But she was too late, and the prince's eyes darkened completely.

I said, don't mention his name. Thales looked at the sneering Zhan En expressionlessly.

Who? Zhan En deliberately sarcastically said, Oh, you mean Anke, Anke Bailar? That unlucky Western Wilderness who was sent to the prison of bones by you who kindly sent you to the bone prison for life?

Xi Lai only felt a splitting headache:

Ah, I don't know what old grudges you guys have and how, but I know it must be stupid, so can you...

Thales smiled.

That letter, Jane.

Thales chuckled and said:

The letter you wrote to my father, humiliated, servile, flattering and begging, was torn up by me.

Jen's eyes froze.

Just in front of the imperial meeting, in front of him, torn to pieces.

Thales sneered and said:

That's why I got his permission to come here so that you can see with your own eyes how I put you...

Thales!

Hilley interrupted over her shoulder, in disbelief.

But she was also late, and Jen looked at Thales with complicated and relieved eyes.

In the end, he actually showed an ominous smile.

Very good, very good. Zhan En applauded lightly and pouted his chin towards Seychelles.

Seychelles understood the meaning of the Duke of South Bank, and he glanced at Cassian, who was standing up, sarcastically, and then ordered:

Emerald Legion, assist the security department, clear the obstacles, and escort the prisoners!

Swish!

The next second, the Jade Sergeants in the front row unsheathed their weapons and pointed at Miranda!

Swish!

On the side of the Xinghu guards, Glover roared and drew his sword and stepped forward, Rolf and Morgan followed closely behind with ruthless faces, and the three stood beside Miranda, facing Seychelles and his team without fear. sergeants.

Although the numbers were huge, the confrontation between the Star Lake Guard and the Emerald Legion was of great significance. Starting from the people around them, many spectators were terrified and the crowd was in a commotion.

what happens?

The talk broke down?

Oops, I thought they had a good relationship...

Punch the card, squeeze it out!

Rumors spread, panic gradually spread throughout the arena, and the guards and police officers who maintained order were struggling more and more.

At the very center of the conflict, Thales and Jen are close at hand, one side is firm, and the other side is ruthless.

Well, can we make it? D.D asked cautiously in the Xinghu Guard team.

Of course— Nexi drew his sword and stepped forward, but was dragged back by someone.

Protect Your Highness! Huai Ya let go of him and said sullenly.

Jane, please, don't force me. Thales looked at the Duke of South Bank, who was right in front of him, and slowly shook his head.

But Jen has a cold face:

Who is forcing whom?

Thales narrowed his eyes.

And when you turned the table, you realized, Jen En said softly, I don't have as many chips as I do?

Thales frowned.

Your Highness, I know it's disappointing to say this at this time, but...

Huai Ya took two steps forward and came behind Thales. He looked around worriedly, and saw the Emerald Legion lined up in a menacing manner.

We have few people, we are disadvantaged, and we can't beat them.

Thales turned his eyes.

Stakes, he chuckled, keeping his eyes on Zhan En, Master Duke, you just said, chips?

Zhan En remained silent.

The next second, Thales took a step forward, and under everyone's nervous eyes, he approached Jann step by step:

You're right, Jan! Federico misjudged the situation, and his accusations went unanswered because they lacked a leader.

Thales came to him with a stern expression:

A leader of sufficient weight.

Jen's eyes changed slightly.

The next moment, Thales roared:

Tell me, Jann Cavendeer!

Under the gaze of all eyes, Thales said sharply:

These days, wine merchants died of vendettas, wool merchants died of moneylenders, Rene died of accidents, Little Bowerwine died of brawls, the police officer of Kaguire died of robbery, and the defender simply disappeared-the kingdom already has Is it a coincidence that the six people died unexpectedly? Is there something strange behind it? Is there a hidden secret? Or is the law and order of Emerald City worrying, and governance is urgent?

As soon as these words came out, the faces of all the heavyweight vassals and guests changed!

Jen's face was expressionless, but he looked at Thales with extremely cold eyes.

Huai Ya was taken aback: Your Highness...

Thales snorted coldly, and continued to raise the volume so that more people could hear:

Or to put it bluntly, is the death of the people of these kingdoms related to you, the vassal of the Star Kingdom, the emerald city lord personally appointed by His Majesty, the guardian duke of the South Bank, Jann Cavendir!

Prince Thales directly accused the Duke of South Bank. This matter was no small matter. The vassals and guests not far away were in an uproar, and they all exploded.

Only Federico looked up to the sky and laughed, laughing more and more happily.

But at this moment, no one cared about the prisoner's behavior.

No, Thales, what are you doing!

Shirley stood between the prince and the duke, dazed and disbelieving, but Cassian sighed, grabbed her arm, and pulled her back, while Ashford threw a cloak over her just in time.

See the people around you.

Zhan En took a deep breath, but he didn't say anything in the end, but his expression became more and more cold.

On the other side, the Seychelles knight looked extremely ugly, and he had to yell loudly to prevent the sergeants in the legion from whispering and whispering in surprise.

If you weren't responsible for these murders, Jen Kevin Dill, Thales said without changing his expression, his voice was steady, and his words were harsh, why did you go to such lengths and use all your means to hide these things? The cause of death of the deceased? Why do you want to do everything possible to prevent my subordinates from investigating and questioning? Why do you want to prevent me from interrogating the suspect in the case at this time—Federico Cavendir?

Why, Jen?

Thales took a step forward and raised his arms high:

Can you explain it to me, to His Majesty, to the whole kingdom?

The prince's gaze sharpened, and the topic changed again:

Or, do I need to go further and find evidence and witnesses to prove that you meddled in law enforcement and covered up the murder?

The discussion of the surrounding crowd is getting louder and louder.

Seeing that the situation was not good, the vassals and guests around the Duke's stand were frightened and dispersed, leaving an open space for the Emerald Legion and the Star Lake Guard to confront each other. Many nobles also subconsciously called bodyguards to accompany them for safety.

In the chaos, Zhan En stared at Thales steadfastly, letting the noise in the arena overwhelm the sky, shaking people's hearts in panic.

You knew the truth, Thales, the Duke of South Bank paused, but I guess at this moment, in front of so many people, you suddenly don't know, right?

Thales didn't answer. Instead, he turned to the tide-like audience with a blank expression.

Very good, so whether Jann Cavendill is suspected of hiring murderers, bending the law for personal gain, or obstructing justice...

Star Lake Guard! Thales roared angrily, shocking Huai Ya and the others.

But in the next second, he turned to Zhan En's direction and shouted to the unexpected target:

And the Emerald Legion!

Seychelles frowned fiercely, and the subordinates behind him were in an uproar.

Immediately enforce the law and arrest the suspect in the serious case—Jane Kevin Dill, and put him in jail pending trial!

In the arena under the moonlight, Thales was upright, and roared an order:

In the name of His Majesty the Supreme King of the Star Kingdom, King Kessel V!