Glenn resigned to the queen and princess, but his heart was not at all peaceful. He went straight to the king's study, but was stopped by the guards downstairs.
He was informed that His Majesty the King was holding a royal council and no one was allowed to intrude unless summoned. Greene was not the reckless character of Trinville, and he knew that no matter how impatient he was, now he had to wait. He knew that fighting in the kingdom was a crime in itself, let alone starting a fight with the palace guards in the palace.
"What is this Trinville," he thought to himself, "why? How will His Majesty deal with him?"
It was quiet as if there was no one in the hall, and the guards on guard stood quietly in the hall. Glenn shook his head and stopped thinking about those things that he couldn't understand.
The lights are brightly lit, and night has come uninvited. After countless candles were lit, the hall became as bright as day. The faces of those tall statues also shone with erratic light, as if they had endless thoughts that people could not figure out.
The meeting still shows no sign of ending. Glenn decided to wait no matter how long it took. Trinville was not just the first friend he saw after returning home, nor was it just the deep friendship between him and Trinville. He just felt that no matter what his friend did, he had to believe in him. What's more, if it weren't for him, Trinville wouldn't have come here at all, and this wouldn't have happened.
Trinville had been his best friend since he was little. Glenn is the son of a palace gardener and a cook. Even though Queen Alina is fond of and tolerant towards him, he can still feel the eyes on him from inside and outside the palace. It seems that without Queen Alina's care, he will be abused by those people. Those who thought they were nobler than him were driven out of the palace. He was so arrogant that he never played with children who looked down on him. He likes to be with other poor children. He has never been proud of being able to enter and leave the palace freely. Playing with those children is when he is happiest.
Trinville was the best friend I made then. Trinville has been the tallest and strongest among the children since he was a child. The children are all afraid of him, but he is the only one who does not take Trinville seriously. He and Trinville fought countless times, with each winning and losing, but this did not prevent the two from becoming best friends. Trinville is not only strong and reckless, he is also a kind-hearted child who is always so sincere towards his friends. Glenn liked him. After traveling on the mainland for so many years, he has never forgotten Trinville. The first friend he met when he returned to Barbuckle turned out to be Trinville. He felt that this was the best arrangement of fate.
But seeing this big man Vika getting into big trouble, how could Glenn not worry about him.
The bells in Babclay's Tower rang, and midnight came. The sound of footsteps followed. They are all the most prominent and powerful figures in the kingdom. In addition to the lords guarding the borders, ministers, generals in the capital, and managers of various cities all attended the imperial meeting. Glenn didn't recognize any of them, but saw their badges and clothing, so he could imagine the importance of this meeting. In comparison, his friend was just a rough guy fighting at the door. After this long meeting, I wonder if the king will still have enough energy and patience to listen to his friend? After all, in the eyes of the king, this was just a trivial matter.
He could even imagine that the king would say, "It is the responsibility of the peace officer to deal with those who break the law." In this way, how could he relieve his friends from the disaster that was about to befall him? If he insists that Trinville is innocent without convincing evidence, he may also anger the king! But Glenn didn't want to pay attention to that!
He ignored the dignitaries passing by. This is not because he is too noble and ignorant of etiquette, but because he is worried about his friends. Moreover, in Green's heart, the powerful ministers and generals of the kingdom could not receive more respect than any other person. Except for His Majesty Orzin and Queen Elenoa. He loved them from the bottom of his heart, which had nothing to do with their inherent status.
Those who returned from the imperial meeting were too excited and exhausted to be interested in an inconspicuous commoner, so no one noticed him pacing back and forth in a defiant manner. No one but him would take a criminal to heart tonight.
The hall fell silent again, and the herald still refused to pass on his request. Glenn would not give in at this time, and he strongly demanded to see the king. He said he would not leave without seeing His Majesty. The herald had been replaced, and he had never seen Grain, so he did not know that he was a guest of the king. He repeatedly explained to Grain that it was getting late and the king would not see anyone.
He said: "I have served in the palace for several years. Your Majesty has never received anyone at such a late hour." But he could not convince the stubborn man in front of him. He was more stubborn than a stone. In the end, the herald had to agree to go to report on his behalf, but advised him not to have any illusions: "You know, according to my experience, the king will not see anyone. It is already too late. If he doesn't want to see you, you It’s time to quietly go back to where you came from. We have caught a guy who insisted on breaking in today, and that guy brought us a lot of trouble, and everyone is in a bad mood.”
"Thank you for your kindness. Please believe that I don't want to cause you any trouble. But I will not give up until I see His Majesty the King." He said stubbornly.
The herald was helpless. "Okay, please wait here, I will go and inform you immediately. I hope His Majesty can receive you."
The herald just said this to get rid of the guy who gave him a headache as soon as possible. He was already prepared to be reprimanded, but the king immediately agreed after hearing Gray's name. When the herald came out, he couldn't help but think that this seemingly inconspicuous guy turned out to have a lot of background. Fortunately, he was polite to him and did not offend him.
"You are so lucky. His Majesty actually agreed to meet you. Please come with me. I have to say that this is the strangest thing I have seen in the ten years I have been in the palace," he said. Glenn nodded and followed him to the king's private living room, where the king was waiting for him.
King Orzin seemed a little happy about his arrival. As soon as Grain came to him, the king said to him: "Grain, you come to see me so late. You must have something to do, right? It just so happens that I also have something to ask you. I wanted to send someone to inform you tomorrow. , but you came by yourself. From this point of view, my idea is destined to make many people excited and sleepless this night."
"But, Your Majesty, I'm here because..."
"Please listen to me first. I know that you will not know my decision in advance, so you have been waiting here. However, I am very happy that you are still here. Logically speaking, this appointment should be conveyed to you by the herald of the kingdom. Yes, but since you are here, I am very happy to tell you in person. The queen may be happier when she hears it. I believe you will be very happy to hear it, and your mother, Mrs. Lei Sirui, will also be happy for you. feel proud."
The king paused and looked at him. He was also looking at the king, and he could not guess what the king was going to say to him.
"Grain, I never misjudge people, so I can always make the right decision. At today's imperial meeting, many resolutions that are very important to our country were considered. They are undoubtedly very important. , it is not an exaggeration to say that it is related to the future of our country. Are you interested in knowing?"
"Your Majesty, I feel that national affairs are not something that a commoner like me can judge." Although he was anxious, he had to listen patiently to what the king said.
The king waved his hand and said relaxedly: "Then let's just talk about what is relevant to you. There is an important decision that I proposed temporarily. I proposed at the royal meeting that a person should serve as the squadron leader of the Kingdom's Guards Corps. The reason why I said it is very important. Important, rather special. An appointment of this level can only be made by the Legion. They only need to report the appointment, let alone a squadron leader. However, this squadron leader is the first in the history of our kingdom. Isn’t it interesting that the king personally nominated and it was discussed and approved at the royal council? Don’t look at me like that. Glenn, tell me now, what do you think about the commander of the first squadron of the Guards Corps, the most elite in the kingdom? What do you think, Captain?"
It was too sudden. Glenn has faced problems a hundred times more difficult than this and has never frowned. Facing ferocious beasts and the most cruel and ruthless criminals could not stop him from being stunned as briefly as he was now.
The king did not see the subtle change in his expression, and continued: "Yes, just a squadron leader. This official position may be a bit small for you. But there will be a chance. You will have two hundred people under your command." The bravest and toughest soldiers in Apodoli obey your orders. You will obey your legion commanders, and they are loyal to me. That's it! What? You don't look like what I imagined. You should at least act happy. . It seems that you are not looking forward to this good news from me."
He calmed down and looked into the king's passionate eyes. He had to make his attitude clear: "Thank you for Your Majesty's wrong love, but I'm afraid I will be ashamed of your trust."
King Orzin's eyebrows twitched slightly, and he said with some surprise: "Is this your official rejection of this appointment? This is really beyond my expectation."
Even so, the king's face regained its calm expression, as if he had already anticipated the answer that awaited him.
"Please think about it again, Glenn. This is not a decision that can be made lightly. It is the same for you and me. Although I am the king, I am still in the royal council for this appointment. After bargaining with those old ministers and generals, I had to give up something. But the first time you heard the news, you simply told me that you refused to serve your country. If you can't give me a For compelling reasons, I have to suspect that you just really dislike the position I gave you for being too small. Although for many people, even if they stay in the army of the kingdom long enough, they may not be able to get such a promotion. "
He bowed and saluted, but did not waver. "Please believe me, Your Majesty. I didn't leave my country because I didn't love her. Although maybe I didn't understand it at that time. Serving for my country is what I want. I am not just talking about it. If I will show my loyalty to my country and my people when I have the opportunity. But not in this case."
"What kind of situation?" the king asked still calmly. There was even a hint of a smile on his face.
"You know, Your Majesty. As you just said, in the kingdom's army, only those soldiers who risk their lives and fight for the country and have made meritorious deeds on the battlefield can be promoted. And I, a young man He left his homeland and occupied such a prominent position on the first day he returned home. This was unfair to the Guards and the soldiers of the entire kingdom.
I cannot lead two hundred soldiers without guaranteeing whether their lives will be harmed, nor can I guarantee whether their honor will be compromised because of me. Yes, Your Majesty, I have to. I refuse your appointment, but retain my loyalty to the country. "
The king stood up, walked up to him and stared into his eyes: "Grain, I know you are an honest and courteous person. But your reasons cannot make me change my original intention. I believe Mr. Astral will definitely teach It has given you many things. Leading a brave army to defeat powerful enemies is not even a great thing for you. Let a rumored great hunter serve as the squadron leader of the kingdom's elite division. , and may also require military merit and reputation. Yes, this is necessary. But now is peacetime, and there are not so many opportunities for you to show all your abilities as a soldier. To be honest, I am afraid that the title of squadron leader will humiliate you. What a talent!”
"Your Majesty, not all rumors are true..."
The king interrupted him, and he even said in a more relaxed tone: "But at least it's not completely false, right? In any case, a man who is both wise and brave must be qualified enough to serve as the squadron leader of the Guards Corps. . So, don’t refuse anymore, Glenn.”
But he didn't intend to give in. "Your Majesty, nothing I have done can prove that I can become a qualified officer. If my answer makes you unhappy, it is not my intention. However, Your Majesty, please withdraw your order and allow me to continue to be a hunter."
King Orzin didn't seem to care that Grein refused such an appointment that best reflected the kingdom's favor. It seemed to him that everyone who received such an appointment would be so grateful to him that he would kneel before him and swear allegiance to him. The person in front of me didn't. Apparently he was really saying no. Although this is somewhat unpleasant.
The king could still laugh, and he said: "Okay, okay, don't refuse in a hurry. Because this appointment is no longer from me personally, it was decided by the Supreme Imperial Council - even if I am in this meeting It played such a small role. I still hope you can think it over carefully, go back and think about it carefully, and then reply to me. After all, we are not meeting so late to quarrel. "
yes. The king's words reminded Grein. He was not asking for an audience with the king at such a late hour because of that ridiculous appointment.
"Your Majesty, please forgive me for disturbing you so late, but I must come. I have something to report to you."
The king's mood did not seem to be ruined by Grain's stubbornness at all. He looked at him teasingly: "Are you going to make some useful suggestions to its ruler on the first day you arrive in my country? What if? If that’s the case, I’m not surprised at all.”
"I'm afraid this is a bit unspeakable."
"It doesn't matter, just tell me. What kind of thing would make you so embarrassed? Anyway, you are already disturbing my sleep. And, because of you, today has become interesting."
"Your Majesty, your palace guards captured a man at the gate this afternoon." He said carefully.
"Oh, I don't know about that. And this kind of audacious guy? My people deserve to have full freedom in their own country, and the actions of those who violate the law are certainly not among them. I just want to know , what does this have to do with you?" The king was really curious.
He really didn't seem to know about it. There are too many big and small things in the kingdom, but in his eyes this thing is so insignificant that it is not worth mentioning.
Grein told the king some of what had happened today. "I just know that he was arrested. I don't know why there was a fight at the palace gate. I think there must be some misunderstanding. Trinville is a kind and law-abiding citizen. Please forgive him, at least before punishing him. Can you listen to his explanation first?"
The king was usually not interested in such things. Those madmen who dare to disturb the order of the kingdom should be punished accordingly. That is the responsibility of officials like Yogana. He originally wanted to reject Gray's request outright. All he had to say was that this was a stipulation of the kingdom's laws to make Gray retreat.
Suddenly he had a change of heart and realized that this was a God-sent opportunity.
He rang the bell, and the herald came in. He asked respectfully: "Your Majesty, what are your orders?"
"I was told the Guards captured a man."
"Yes, Your Majesty. We didn't dare to alert you to this little matter because it has already been dealt with. We have ordered him to be sent to Sheriff Yogana."
"Well, now go convey my will and let Yogana bring his prisoner to see me."
The herald was astonished that such a thing had never happened to him since he had been a herald. The king received his subjects at such a late hour, and it seemed that there were many things that needed to be decided by him. But that's not what he should be thinking about. All he has to do is to faithfully convey His Majesty's will. He doesn't care whether Master Yogana is happy with it or not.
