Kingdom’s Bloodline

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So, don't mess with women.

In the corridor in the Kongming Palace, D.D was eating breakfast while listening to Piluojia and Nexi's description of the story of the capture of the murderer by the heroes of the North Gate Bridge last night. He sighed and came to his own conclusion.

Take a look at Prince Thales, who was impulsive yesterday and had a violent fight with Miss Kevin Deere. It is said that she made the girl cry heart-rendingly, and rushed out of the Kongming Palace shouting the most painful and decisive words .

At that scene, everyone looked sideways and everyone sympathized, the dog was sad and the cat was crying, even Huai Ya couldn't persuade it!

No, before the night passed, the retribution came.

D.D sighed while eating:

If there was an experienced guard who was well versed in human affairs last night, how could His Highness be troubled by such a difficult problem, and could only watch the eldest lady snatch the prisoner?

Speaking of which, why didn't they ask me to go last night?

Cough cough, no, it must be that the task of guarding Kongming Palace is also very important, no, the two Kevin Dills are here, if something happens...you think so?

With a bang, the door belonging to Prince Thales opened:

With a straight face, Thales stepped out of the room accompanied by the guards.

D.D and the other people on duty shuddered, and hurriedly stopped eating, each of them stood up straight with weapons in hand.

Are you kidding me? At this moment, who doesn't know that His Royal Highness, who lost his face last night and was so angry last night, is furious?

It would be bad for him to catch someone's fault, maybe get angry and vent his anger on the people, right?

Hey, so it seems that I was very wise not to go last night?

It’s not like those tough guys from last night, who accompanied the prince to eat their noses, and when they came back, they were all downcast. Mallos was too busy to touch the ground. He also came and went in a hurry, and the little silly lion was sulking all by himself...

In short, some fell out of favor, and some were ruthlessly fucked by the prince...

It's not like my little D.D, who is still entrusted with the important task of guarding the key pass that affects the situation in Emerald City!

Humph, hehe.

From this point of view, Uncle Honda Yin Er is still very smart, very knowledgeable about current affairs, and invincible...

However, Thales ignored D.D's complex and changeable mood, and he glanced at the complacent latter (How can he be so happy? Is it because I see that everything is not going well with me? Thales said to Wyatt afterwards. murmuring) around,

With a wave of his hand, he opened the door and entered the cell of one of the prisoners.

You didn't bring soldiers in, and you didn't take me out without saying a word, and pronounced the verdict.

In the room, Federico Kevin Dill calmly put down his teacup.

I guess: Your Highness, you have not yet chosen to make peace with Zhan En, sacrificing me in exchange for the peace of Emerald City?

Thales sat across from him, watching him calmly put a spoonful of sugar, stirred slowly with a teaspoon, and drew a vortex.

I failed to capture Lausanne II.

The prince spoke coldly, suppressing his anger.

Federico raised his eyebrows slightly, and nodded immediately, seemingly not surprised.

That explains your anger.

He continued to stir the teacup steadily, watching the vortex inside get deeper and deeper:

You want to use this serial killer as a target to establish your prestige, to eliminate accidents and stabilize people's hearts, but it has failed, let alone use him to threaten me to submit, in order to negotiate with Zhan En and gain room for maneuver.

Federico raised his head and cast shrewd eyes.

Now, you're back to the original point: Either you completely turn to Zhan En in the arbitration and let him take advantage of it, in exchange for him helping the Emerald City...

Thales didn't speak, but his eyes became colder.

Or, you bet completely on my side and firmly believe that we have the ability to retake the Emerald City and put Zhan En to death.

Fei De took out a teaspoon from the deep vortex, and tapped lightly on the rim of the cup:

There is no third way.

Thales still didn't respond.

He just looked at the other party's cup coldly, waiting for the vortex inside to gradually subside.

I guess, this is why I can still sit here and drink tea, and His Highness still has time to chat with me.

Federico put down the teaspoon, picked up the teacup and took a sip with a calm posture.

There was a moment of silence in the room, like the deep sea.

You were right before, that killer is really not simple, Thales said suddenly, sneering again and again, It's really a big surprise.

Federico gently put down the glass.

He was silent for a while, and sighed softly:

I reminded you: whether physically or mentally, this person cannot be treated with common sense, please be careful.

remind?

Thales folded his arms and sneered:

Then why don't you tell me directly that he is a monster who will go mad at the sight of blood?

Federico raised his head and took a deep look at Thales.

So he knows.

If I say so, it will be tantamount to betraying the Kingdom of the Night and the Corleone family, Fei De said in a calm tone, No matter what their intentions are, I am grateful for the place they gave me and kept a secret for them. , is what it should be.”

I don't know yet, so you keep your promise so much. Thales said.

Furthermore, you have also found out the details of Lausanne II yourself. Federico seemed to have not heard the sarcasm in the prince's words, and he still drank his tea calmly, otherwise, if you are as strategic as you, you would not rashly take the risk of hunting he.

Really slippery.

In a few words, he cleared his responsibilities.

Thales thought disdainfully.

It also seemed how high-spirited he was.

As expected of Kevin Dill.

Seeing that I failed outside, I can only come back to you with a shy face. I think you are very happy?

Federico froze when he heard that.

He was silent for a moment, sighing helplessly.

I know you're in a bad mood, and I don't intend to offend you, but I can't deny: I'm quite glad that I got my life back.

Thales raised his lips.

And I'm even more thankful that you maintained your sanity and restraint, kept your hand at the right time, and spared Lausanne's life. You didn't eat my bargaining chips in a fit of anger, and gave all the advantages to Zhan En's side.

Stay sane and calm...

Keep your hand at the right time, and spare Luosang's life...

Thales frowned.

I have to say that he was quite aggrieved last night, but after hearing this, he really felt much more at ease...

Thales coughed, put aside distracting thoughts, and looked serious.

Plaguing can't absolve you of your sins, the prince said coldly, especially if you don't report what you know and deliberately conceal it.

I understand His Highness's anger. Federico was not frightened by the Duke of Xinghu's aggression, he explained slowly, But let's push it backwards: If you capture Lausanne II and take his and my heads, Is it necessarily a good thing to form an alliance with Zhan En?

Thales narrowed his eyes:

As a deal, he agreed to compromise and give me a profitable Emerald City.

Although there are many prerequisites.

An emerald city that stays in words. Federico quickly retorted.

It's better than an Emerald City that is bound to perish. Thales shot back.

Believe me, Your Highness, it's not a good idea to cooperate with Zhan En.

Federico laughed:

Once he knows that Lausanne II is no longer a threat, that I have no bargaining chip in the balance, and that you can only rely on his charity to turn the situation around, he will make more progress—no matter what he promised in advance, how hype-filled, I have promised you some sweetness that seems to be cheap, whether it is military service, taxation, or maritime trade profits, when he regains his power and comes back to power, he will turn his face and be ruthless, and you will not be worth the loss.

He's a dignified guardian duke, Thales frowned, and glanced at the other party: It's not some fugitive who has nothing and is desperate for revenge.

Oh, Your Highness, the Emerald City has benefited from the development of commerce and trade. There are many secretarial staff in the office who are good at biting words, distorting the terms, and discounting the performance of the contract.

Thales frowned when he thought of the Replacement Petition that Jan En sent to the king, and the land without snow and ice promised by Nakaru to the orcs.

Federico observed his expression:

At that time, Zhan En will have to overcome the disaster and rule without worry, but you, you will have to suffer bitterly from failure and frustration, as well as the wrath of the Fuxing Palace.

Thales turned his head and snorted coldly:

Thank you for reminding me of that.

Having said that, Federico stood up, walked slowly to the window, and his tone eased:

So don't be annoyed, Your Highness. Lausanne II's escape from the hunt is not a bad thing. On the contrary, this matter can be used as a bargaining chip to make Zhan En, who thinks he is sure of winning, have more scruples, so that he cannot unscrupulously manipulate you in the negotiation with you. And having Lausanne II outside makes him even more...

I missed a word, Thales interrupted him at this moment, Lausanne II did not escape.

Um?

Federico was looking at the blue sky outside the window, and frowned upon hearing this:

he died?

Worse.

Thales hesitated for a moment, finally sighed softly, and chose the most direct expression:

He fell into Helai's hands.

Federico was startled for a moment, then turned around abruptly.

what did you say?

Thales sighed in pain, he grabbed his teacup and took a sip.

That's right, it's your good cousin, the one you plan to use to threaten Zhan En, Thales put down his teacup with an ugly smile, and he didn't know whether he was laughing at his own stupidity or the girl's fierceness, This is great, before I can even make a move, she pops out by herself, playing a trick on me——tricking everyone.

Federico looked at Thales, pondered for a long time, his expression changed several times on the way.

I don't understand, his tone became serious, Your subordinates are full of talents and experts, and it's not the first time you've faced Lausanne II. It's impossible that you didn't have adequate estimates and preparations. How could you let a little girl...

She has an extreme knight who obeys her, and puts a dagger on her neck, right in front of my eyes.

You should stop her.

She also swears that whoever stops her will be the eternal enemy of the Iris family.

And you're soft-hearted, don't you want to?

Of course not, it's just...

Thales retorted subconsciously, racking his brains:

You know, if she happens to die on the spot, then I will be in big trouble. Even if Fei De becomes the head of the Iris Flower family in the future, I'm afraid you will have to take revenge on me, that is, on the mortal enemy, for your cousin's oath. , to defend the reputation of the Iris family.

A certain hostage is in a dangerous situation and swears that whoever dares to hurt her will be the eternal enemy of a certain family, so no one dares to touch the hostage.

Damn, if the family is replaced by a country... Does it sound familiar?

Really? This is what you're worried about? Federico looked suspicious and his tone was subtle.

I……

Thales coughed, raised the empty teacup again, and buried his face in it:

You know, I'm a prince, and I have to look at things from the perspective of the kingdom. I can't let Canxing and the Kevin Dill family easily form a blood feud.

But you're about to take his Emerald City.

At this time, you can't easily make enemies?

Federico stared at him for a long time, then took a deep breath, and put away his unhappy eyes:

Forget it, the matter has come to this point, it is useless to entangle.

Right, why bother with this.

Thales nodded generously in agreement:

So, I have more things to worry about: Lausanne II is in her hands, and no matter what the guy knows-the truth, the inside story, or the life you gave him*** or the revenge list, I can only assume Xilai will know about it sooner or later, and use it against us.

Federico frowned fiercely.

Please be at ease, Lausanne II's knowledge is limited, he frowned, and with his resilience, it's not that easy for him to speak up.

Thales put down his teacup and snorted coldly.

Then you don't know something. That girl has a much older way of dealing with people who refuse to open their hearts.

More than you want to know.

Thinking of this, Thales subconsciously folded his arms.

Federico thought about it.

And not only that, the prince continued, she also threatened me with this, probably asking me to release Zhan En, return the throne of the city lord, and restore everything to its original state.

But one of your original intentions in hunting down Lausanne II was to show favor to Zhan En and negotiate with him?

That's what I said too, 'for the good of Zhan En', Thales leaned back in his chair, exhausted, However, she didn't believe it, she was decisive, and insisted on taking away the killer.

Well, for her to have this attitude, she has to blame me.

Blame me.

Then you have even less bargaining chips and room to negotiate with Jann, Federico's tone became tighter and tighter, or even worse: when the Emerald City is in turmoil, you are surrounded by an unarmed little girl... like this The failure of her will hit people's confidence, make all parties in the city more suspicious of your skills and abilities, and aggravate the crisis—her move was unexpected and helped Zhan En gain an absolute advantage, and there is not much room for you to make mistakes.

Listening to his words, Thales' expression became more and more ugly.

Well, he had a point, except...

Unarmed little girl?

Nonsense!

Thales resisted the desire to refute:

Does he know that little girl is good at playing tricks and intimidating people?

Or even worse, she can summon ghosts!

What a ghost!

He's a terrifying and perverted villain, okay?

He was...he had to let her go!

Thinking of this, Thales was overwhelmed, and took over the conversation:

And I don't have much time. The spare money squeezed out of Zhan En's hard work is only enough to put out the fire temporarily. When this money is used up...

Thales looked at the scattered and gradually fading tea leaves in the cup, and pursed the corners of his mouth.

Damn.

How did this happen?

But you have one last advantage.

After hearing what he said, Federico calmly said:

Jane is still under your custody. As long as the old case of the Duke's assassination has not been judged and his suspicion of patricide has not been cleared, no one can threaten your rule.

Thales sighed and leaned back.

You just can't forget your business, right? Even if the Emerald City is about to die?

Federico ignored Thales' words, but only focused on analyzing:

At this moment, Zhan En probably doesn't know that his good sister is out to win him back.

And he won't and can't know, this news can't leak to his ears, Thales said with his eyes wide open.

But Xilai will hold Lausanne II as a bargaining chip, bluff, threaten you to release Zhan En, and at least ask to meet him, and once you do so...

Don't worry, I'm not a fool. Thales said impatiently.

Not necessarily so.

What?

Federico turned around:

On the contrary, Your Highness, we can take advantage of this and go back to our original plan.

Thales couldn't help but wonder:

what's the plan?

Federico showed a mysterious smile:

Tell him, Your Highness, tell Zhan En that his good sister has caused a catastrophe: she snatched chips from you, damaged your prestige, hindered your plan, and put an end to your compromise and cooperation with him to achieve the goal of the whole world. Mercy of the Emerald City...

Thales couldn't help frowning.

Then, you show your fury of thunder and declare that you will never compromise and never die, even if you watch the entire Emerald City sink, unless, Federico paused, his tone tightened, unless Xilai also Pay dearly for offending you.

Thales' face changed.

Federico smiled slightly:

In this way, we throw the problem back to him: sister, or Emerald City? Family affection, or power?

At that moment, Thales had an ugly expression.

It's the same thing again, you still want to use and plot against Xilai to force Zhan En to submit?

Forced Choices: Bad, or Worse?

Sure enough, it was Kevin Dill.

Federico bowed his head in silence for a while, and looked up expressionlessly:

No, this is even better than the original one, because this time Cecilia jumped out on her own initiative, you have no moral burden, and Jen has no reason to suspect that this is yours...

He won't believe it.

This time it was Federico's turn to raise his head in doubt:

Your Highness?

I don't want to say that, but Jen knows me too well, Thales sighed angrily, He knows that I'm not the kind of person who would take advantage of or hurt innocent people, let alone threaten him with his family, nor stand idly by Let the Emerald City run down. On the contrary, he will know that I am bluffing, and he will not take the initiative to give in—”

He will believe it.

Federico interrupted him, decisively.

For one thing, His Highness was played by a girl, and his dignity was damaged. Anyone knows that you are in a fit of anger at the moment, and you must not be messed with.

Thank you for reminding me of this again.

Thales has a dark face:

Okay. I'm very angry, but I haven't lost my head. I can clearly distinguish between dignity and Emerald City.

Secondly, you just need to convince Jann, Federico ignored his excuses, you were offended by Xilai more than her, your dignity, your kindness, and even the Emerald City's All the people matter, enough to make you furious and desperate.

what?

Listening to his words, Thales frowned.

Enough to make me furious and desperate after being offended...

Something more important than my dignity, my kindness, or even everyone in Emerald City...

I, I still have this thing?

Thales was very puzzled and extremely suspicious.

But at the same time, a small voice in his heart told him:

Of course you have.

Thales Canxing.

It's just that you don't know it.

Or don't want to admit it.

But you will know.

will eventually admit it.

Sooner or later.

This is your destiny.

Federico faced out the window, watching the bustling crowd in the city, and remained silent for a long time.

You probably haven't.

He spoke softly, with a complicated tone:

But he sure has. So he'll believe your threat, and that's enough.

Thales didn't respond right away. He looked at Federico and fell into deep thought.

After a while, his expression changed and he came to his senses.

It's... this thing.

What if he sees through it? He doubted.

A guy who killed his father and buried the truth, if he really has such a thing, Federico shook his head, and when he turned around, there was an indescribable determination in his eyes, it's impossible for him to see through.

Looking at the other party's appearance, Thales was stunned.

Tell me, Fede, the prince said tentatively, how much do you hate him?

Federico frowned.

Your Highness?

Thales sighed:

I mean, do you hate Jen, what he did...or what he has that you don't?

Jann's cousin was stunned.

He opened his mouth to answer, but finally remained silent.

Consider my proposal, Your Highness, Fei De turned his face away, avoiding answering, Put this matter against Zhan En, maybe there will be surprises.

Thales stared at him for a long time.

not enough.

Your Highness?

Thales shook his head, with vigilant eyes:

Now in this city, it's not just Zhan En who is against me, but also his crazy sister who pretends to be a ghost.

What?

Federico was puzzled:

But even if Lausanne II is captured, Xilai may not be able to...

You have been away from home for so many years, do you really know Xilai? I mean, the grown-up Xilai?

Federico paused.

Thinking of someone threatening to dance to threaten Zhan En, Thales couldn't help but be fascinated:

Do you know what she cares about, what she doesn't care about, and under what circumstances she will do something terrible?

Thales sneered:

Unfortunately, I have seen it.

And that's... what you don't want to see.

I understand His Highness's anger towards her, but too much—

Thales raised his hand to interrupt him:

Guess what will happen to Emerald City after that girl confronts me so clearly? What will people think?

Federico wanted to answer, but remembered something, and hesitated to speak.

Thales said coldly:

For me, one Jen in Emerald City is enough.

Federico's eyes moved.

Thales leaned back in his chair and sighed.

So, tell me, Fei De, what is your plan from the beginning? How did you proceed? How many feet have you participated in the secret department? How many people are you going to kill? Who are you going to provoke?

Federico raised his eyes and did not answer.

Okay, then let me change the way. Apart from Corleone, who is secretly supporting you in the city? Who knows, who participates, and who acquiesces in watching? How much does Lausanne II himself know? How much has he done? What is left? How many things? If he is pushed to testify against charges, what should I worry about? If he tells the whole thing, what is the worst consequence?

Seeing that the other party was still silent, Thales' tone became more and more impatient:

Is it Zhan En who will bite back? Or are you suspected of abetting the murder? Or is it Prince Thales who manipulated the shady scene to try to get his hands on the Emerald City, and was fucked if he couldn't take off his pants? To be more exaggerated, the royal family of Canxing has malicious intentions to embezzle Nan'an collar and lose the prince. Another loss of money? If the kingdom’s secret department is exposed, how much will it take to remedy it? Once the people’s grievances boil here, what price will the whole kingdom have to pay?”

Federico couldn't help retorting:

Your Highness, what you are worried about is too far away...

But Thales waved his hand and interrupted him with an extremely serious expression:

The truth is, Jen is predictable, but she's not, she's a pawn off the board, she doesn't follow the usual path.

Federico understood:

You mean she doesn't have 'that thing'?

Thales nodded.

So I have to prepare early, plan ahead, and use all available power to prevent her from giving me another big surprise.

The prince solemnly said:

Before that crazy girl overturned the chessboard.

How to do it?

Thales was silent, he pondered for a while, and slowly opened his mouth:

Like Jen.

Federico couldn't help but look sideways.

No matter how unexpected Xilai is, he is only one person, Thales thought carefully, and I, I have a city.

A disobedient city. Federico added with a frown.

So I need your help, Thales raised his brows, the unreserved kind.

Federico said Oh.

That is to say, Your Highness, you have finally made up your mind to stand in line and ally with me according to Fuxing Palace's wishes?

Thales sighed in his heart.

Are you really sure that Fuxing Palace is your ally?

He shook his head, stood up, and walked towards the door.

Not yet, it's just that because of a certain crazy girl, I have to think about it due to the situation.

But Thales paused.

And of course, that depends on your attitude, he said coldly, and on Jen's.

Federico's eyes moved when he heard the words:

Jane?

Yes, I'm going to find Zhan En right now, and follow your style, using both soft and hard tactics, intimidating and luring. Thales pondered.

If he really has 'that thing'.

Federico's eyes lit up.

Thales pressed his hand on the doorknob:

As for you, when you figured it out, call them to find me.

I don't know much, I'm afraid I won't be able to satisfy His Highness...

Don't rush, think about it slowly, Thales shook his head, I've heard people say that death on the rope circle is always extremely long.

He turned his head and looked sharply:

You have plenty of time.

Federico clenched his fists: Your Highness...

You said, if you know that his sister is so promising, you can turn the situation around with one shot...

Thales ignored him, turned the doorknob, sighed, with complicated emotions:

Jane can't be happy to go to heaven?