While Louis was chatting with Olivia about his farm game, at the same time, they were in front of the main hall of the palace.
William Sean knelt on one knee outside the palace, looking at the slowly opening of the emperor's chamber, feeling a little lost for a moment.
He came from a family of knights.
Grandpa's generation was the emperor's iron guard, and was even awarded extremely high honors.
He is naturally proud of it.
At the age of 13, he was successfully inaugurated as a soldier.
That day, the old grandfather put on his military uniform, combed his hair, and took him to the palace to meet the lord he swore allegiance to.
Under the emperor's seat, he saw a sight he would never forget.
At that time, Grandpa begged the Emperor to grant him the power of the Iron Guard.
The emperor refused.
He said: "He is still very young and deserves to have his own life."
His grandfather didn't speak, just pushed him gently.
At that time, the young man raised his head, walked over without fear, looked at the emperor and said:
"Are you the Emperor?"
The emperor's laughter came from the golden throne shrouded in light.
He said, "Son, why do you want to be an Iron Guard?"
William shook his head: "It's not easy to be an Iron Guard, but Grandpa said that people should always find some meaningful goals in life. I think Iron Guard is very suitable."
The emperor shook his head and said:
"But there are many people who hope that you can get rid of the past and enjoy the fun of life."
"For example, read all the books and become a scholar who teaches and educates people."
"For example, if you get married and have children with the girl you like, you don't have to bear the risks of being an iron guard."
"For example, quietly spend the first half of your life, enjoy the joy of being a parent, and create children and grandchildren for yourself, not for your parents."
"The Iron Guard have a heart of steel, but they also get tired."
"If you are pursuing fame and fortune, then there is nothing that your ancestors have not experienced. This is just the illusion of life."
"As your king, I hope you can have more choices."
At that time, William seemed to understand.
He simply believed that the lords of the royal family would also be in danger, and that the Iron Guards would sacrifice themselves before the lords fell.
Some people may find it ridiculous to sacrifice for others in this way.
But he felt that if he was a qualified lord, there would be nothing wrong with it.
The most memorable scene in his life was the day when a demonic disaster broke out in the Burning Smoke Mountain Range.
Grandpa and father are like a moving wall, supporting the swaying village.
The bloody color of the demon disaster and the majesty of steel were engraved in his mind, and he could never forget it.
"I want to be an Iron Guard like my grandfather and father."
This was the simplest thought in young William's heart, and he also said so.
"If that's what you think..."
The emperor placed his fingers on his head:
"Then as you wish, I will give you the strength and sword to fight against the Iron Guard until you find a lord worthy of allegiance. Your shield will answer your call."
"Find him, be loyal to him, and then...become a true Iron Guard."
Over the years, he has not been able to find the right master as he wished.
Lady Beatrice already has a trustworthy lieutenant.
He had seen her before, and she was a qualified lady who was even too strict with herself.
As for Lady Olivia...
The princess had entrusted her to the half-elf who had lived for hundreds of years.
So much so that he looked around now.
Huh?
I'm the only one left alone?
This situation lasted until the arrival of His Royal Highness Louis.
He thought he could no longer fulfill his duties as an iron guard, but he had a new choice.
Beatrice found him and said:
"He (Louis) may become my other half in the future. Before that, I hope you can help me protect him."
He met the very young prince.
Very young.
There are no shelves.
The talent is outstanding.
William didn't know if he was suitable, but after accompanying Louis to the market, he thought that at least he was a kind-hearted person but not lacking in edge.
"Maybe you can consider it?"
Just as he was thinking this, he received a message from Her Highness Beatrice.
"Father wants to see you."
William was so excited that he finally woke up from the throne.
With complicated and unspeakable emotions, he met the emperor again.
The emperor said: "William Sean, is the sword still sharp?"
William replied: "You can swing your sword to kill the enemy at any time."
The emperor asked again: "Have you found someone worthy of your allegiance?"
This time, William hesitated. The time he had known Louis was too short for him to judge.
Being honest, he could only tell the truth: "I don't know."
So the emperor gave him a proposal:
"Then go try and see how good my good son-in-law is."
"If he is not worthy of your allegiance, you will be free."
"If he becomes the source of trouble, please witness his end."
"But until then, protect him with your sword."
Suddenly, William raised his head: "But what if he is worthy of loyalty?"
"Then the time has come for you to take back your shield and become a true Iron Guard."
…
At this moment, the palace door opened.
William heard the emperor's voice: "William, have you thought about it?"
William closed his eyes.
Think back to what you experienced during this time.
Kindness when buying slime.
——It’s actually Louis who is looking for Rimuru’s true form.
Exposing the iron curtain at the treatment plant.
——Actually, the ability to predict the future is turned on.
Decisiveness during the fight in the sewer.
——Actually, Louis was afraid that if he didn't get stronger, he wouldn't have a chance to run away.
Rat meat starts the meal at Grace's house.
——This is true, Louis is quite respectful.
Entering the game personally, planning the decisive decision of the Dragon Bone Grassland plan.
——At the same time, he protects his eldest wife, punishes the Libra Saint, and makes Grace burst into tears of gratitude to him.
This scene filled my heart.
Finally, William raised his head:
"Emperor, I want my shield back."
"Then...enter the palace."
William stood up and moved towards the depths of the dark palace with great determination.
I just don’t know if Louis would laugh and cry if he were here and could hear his heartfelt voice.
Guo, what are you doing? It’s all a misunderstanding!
…
So what is our Louis doing now?
He was bickering with the cygnet.
Suddenly, there was a roar.
Olivia trembled in fright, and green circuits emerged from under the skin on her body. Louis' eyelids twitched and he subconsciously took a step back.
In a daze, he seemed to feel a clearly detectable threat coming from the little swan.
As if realizing that she was stressed, Olivia blinked, and the circuits in her body instantly dissipated.
Looking at Louis who was looking at her with a frown, she put her hands on her hips and said aggressively:
"Hmph, now you see how powerful I am!"
"Louis, if you don't work hard to become stronger, you will be left behind by me!"
Seeing that Olivia had no intention of explaining her situation, Louis looked at an open space in the corner of the palace and asked:
"What's going on?"
But I added something in my mind:
"Is it a granary explosion? This small incident was mentioned in the future diary, but it doesn't seem to have any impact on the Empire and Beatrice."
What he was more concerned about was the public reception between him and Beatrice next week.
It is recorded in the future diary that at that time, an executive of the Imperial Faction suddenly died of poisoning, causing a commotion.
He felt that there might be something wrong with the unexpected changes at the banquet.
After all, this royalist high-ranking official will not die in the future of the original owner.
——His name is Shino York.
The Marquess of York, who had an acquaintance with Louis.
"I have to find a way to find out the mastermind behind this. My intuition tells me that there must be something fishy behind this."
Olivia said enthusiastically:
"It seemed like something exploded."
In my mind I was thinking:
"It's coming, it's coming! It's finally here! The explosion in the spare granary that no one could figure out in the previous life."
"Humph, Louis, I don't believe you can find out the truth!"
"Are you ready for your new trial?"
So she waved her hand: "Elbow! Let's go see what's going on."
