Hotel on the mountain

Today was supposed to be a good day, and I was supposed to be in a good mood.

But the wind in January 1801 was still a bit cold. Marshal Adolf wrapped his coat tightly. He felt a little hungry, so he withdrew his eyes from the dark streets. When he wanted to find something to eat, he found that there was nothing to eat in the room. Hunger made his thoughts slow down a lot, so much so that when he looked at the fireplace full of broken ashes, he was also struggling with whether he should or not. He lit up a warm fire in winter, but he didn't want to see the light of the fire. The light of the fire was so positive.

"Sir, Duke Raya is here." The housekeeper knocked on the door and whispered the message, and Marshal Adolf silently waved him back.

A moment later, Iseli Raya walked in from outside the room. He looked around and said in a calm voice: "Marshal, your room is a little cold."

Adolf's face is no longer as handsome as it was when he was young, and his body is no longer frail. Time has made his hair thin and almost bald, and his expressions are neither happy nor painful. This body tightly wrapped in a coat is actually just what an ordinary old man should look like. He slowly walked back to the sofa and motioned for Esheli to sit down.

After he sat down and sighed, he said: "I am in a very low mood now, and I can only adapt to this environment. Tell me, what is your Majesty's attitude?"

Yi Xieli sat opposite Adolf and said bluntly: "Your Majesty is very unhappy." Then he paused, looked at Adolf's expression, and continued, "He thinks that the 'Dragon God Cult' dares to kidnap and threaten Lu Theo violated the interests of the ruling party and ordered us to destroy this organization as soon as possible. "

Adolf's eyes suddenly became much brighter. He raised his eyelids slightly and glanced at Esheli, who was calmly taking a sip of the tea brought by the servant.

"So, Lucio is not guilty?"

"No. The letter sent back by Jetro only stated that he was 'suspected of colluding with the Chik Empire.' Later, we interrogated the prisoner and proved that Lucio was kidnapped and coerced. The Barbarian jaw dragon The body has also been verified by a specialist, and there are indeed traces of psychic control, and the prisoner also admitted that this was what she did. Therefore, Lucio only needs to admit that he was forced to do so." Yi Xieli let it go. Teacup said with a smile, "Adolf, I hope you can understand that we are doing this for your own good, and we are on the same side as you. You should know that 'suspected of colluding with the Chik Empire' and 'anti-rule' Which of the two statements is more serious: a terrifying heretic who transforms living people? Therefore, Jetro has missed his old relationship, and he has also done you a big favor - before Lucio became that kind of inhumane. Get him away from this abyss before he looks like a ghost."

Adolf was silent for a while, and his tone was a little cold: "That kid has always wanted to do a career that surpasses mine, but I didn't expect him to do such a thing. I'm sorry, Raya, I'm really sorry, I'm so sorry Indulge him... Do you need my help? Please just ask."

"You are old and have a son, so it is normal for you to be a little indulgent. As for helping, I will come to you at some time in the future." Isele stood up, took the hat from the servant, and added before leaving, "Adolf, Light the fire, the world needs fire." Adolf glanced at Isele, nodded, and signaled the butler to ask the kitchen maid to come up and light the fire, and the room became bright again.

…

In the Doin River Fortress, General Alpha was inspecting the fish lanterns delivered. He smiled cheerfully and said: "Brother Carter, are you really going to give me these at a discount of half the market price?"

Carter, who always wore a black butler outfit, responded with a warm smile: "Sir, the Raya family is very grateful for your help. This is a testimony of friendship. I hope there will be more opportunities for cooperation in the future."

"Oh, my God, it's just a simple letter, and the benefits you've given me back are so great." His beard curled up as he spoke, obviously very happy.

"A simple action brings great help, and then it deserves a great reward." Carter was very good at dealing with upper-class conversations. He took out his pocket watch and looked at the time, and said apologetically, "Now the goods have been delivered. I have to go back and report the situation to the Duke, so I won’t disturb you for now.”

"Okay, Brother Carter, I'll send someone to send it to you."

General Alpha smiled and asked the Cuenca instructor wearing a bird feather on his head to send Carter away, while he himself turned into a transparent corridor.

Slow down the camera, let the sky spin, let day and night alternate, and let time move quickly in the corridor. Every step General Alpha takes is based on the change of weather - stepping on snowflakes, stepping on sunshine, stepping on fine particles. After rain and breeze, he finally stepped on the last floor tile at the threshold of the conference room.

General Alpha straightened his military uniform and strode into the conference room, where military personnel from various fortresses and military districts in the Western Region had gathered. Rows of seats were filled with generals, and Alpha, as The finale of this meeting, he walked out of the steps of "disowning all relatives" very impressively, steadily pulled out the chair and sat on the first place on the left hand side of the marshal.

After admiring Alpha's proud little steps, Marshal Adolf shouted directly: "Alfa! Are you quite proud of yourself? In the annual military competition, your Duoyin River Fortress' cheating will be settled with you today. !”

"Marshal! Where did I cheat?!" Alpha showed a "puzzled" look, looking very innocent.

Adolf snorted, looked at the people in the room and said: "When fighting underwater, in caves, and in dark areas, everyone's lamps can't light up. How can your Duoyin River Fortress shine? It's not cheating. ah?"

"What an injustice!" Alpha stood up excitedly, "Under my leadership, Duoine River Fortress finally won the championship in the annual competition. How can you discredit my achievements?!"

"Come on, stop pretending. Hand over that glowing thing." The marshal waved his hand in disgust, stopping General Alpha from preaching indignantly, "That glowing thing is of great military significance and can help us Make up for the disadvantage in fighting against monsters and enemies who like to live in dark environments, otherwise we wouldn’t have to sit so neatly in your corner today.”

"Marshal, that 'fish lantern' was obtained at a great price..." Alpha sat back on the chair again, staring at Adolf's expression, and murmured softly just enough to be heard.

"This year's military expenditure for the Doin River Fortress will be increased by five points, and it will be deducted from a few of them." Adolf pointed at the other generals at the conference table, which immediately caused the other generals to talk about it:

"It's not fair! Marshal! My place is already short of military funds!"

"Marshal! I am even more lacking than him!"

Adolf slammed the table and shouted: "If you have the ability, don't use the 'fish lantern'!" Suddenly no one in the audience spoke.

And Alpha's little mouth started to smack again: "Marshal, the price is very high..."

"Six o'clock! Otherwise you go back to pick up your grandson!"

General Alpha immediately stood up straight and responded solemnly: "Of course, Marshal, for the honor of the entire Western Military Region, I am willing to share this new equipment." After that, he gave a military salute to all the other generals on the table. , just like thanking parents for food and clothing.