*****In the coastal waters of The Theocracy, around a certain port town, on the deck of a honeycomb-like ship****
About 30 minutes after entering the sea within the territory of Theocracy, when Zhang Youji was constantly entangled and worried about the troubles that would follow, the ship he was on and the ship on Cuiyin's side were leading the way.
At this moment, this group of people was very close to the first port town they saw after arriving in the Theocracy. However, because there was no plan to stop the ship here, the group of people's ship followed the nearby sea channel and the surrounding areas. Some various ships, while keeping their distance, continued to sail on the sea directly in the direction of the capital of the Theocracy.
[Zhang Youji, don’t worry about those insignificant things. 】
[What does it mean it doesn’t matter? ! For me, those troublesome things are, by the way, Cuiyin? ! Are you still here? ! 】
[It was this woman wearing a flower crown who told me to stay here temporarily and eat some food before going back if I didn’t have anything important to do. This was the first time I had eaten like this, using all kinds of rare ingredients. , it’s a very exaggerated dish. 】
[That's it. This is my queen's kindness. You have to work hard in a while. 】
【Well? What topic are you talking about? 】
[I guessed it, as long as I said that I wanted to go back, I would feel the pressure of a life crisis. In short, if after a while, Mo Ni or other people responsible for assisting Zhang Youji and negotiating with the envoys of the Theocracy did not come. If so, I will be responsible for helping him temporarily. 】
Looking at Zhang Youji, who was still holding his head and still nearby, constantly troubled, Cuiyin, who was sitting in front of a beautiful table and had just finished a late breakfast, briefly said hello to him and was surprised to see him. When asked, he answered with some helplessness.
After asking Zhenlan, who was sitting directly opposite Cuiyin, to intervene in the conversation with a threatening smile, Cuiyin ignored Zhang Youji, who didn't know what was going on, and felt very bitter in a sense. Shinran's words answered.
Zhenlan, who showed a satisfied expression, stood up with a smile, and began to order the three nearby flower demons to pack up some things around them. At the same time, she began to explain some things to Zhang Youji, who was unaware of the situation.
[This queen just had a friendly discussion with this woman, and then she gratefully accepted the matter of negotiating with stupid humans. 】
【ha? Negotiation matter? Isn’t that what happens when you get there later? ! 】
[Summoner, please take a look at the surrounding environment first. Listen to what this human said, this is already within the territory of the so-called Theocracy. If it were this queen, she would definitely set up defenses in her own territory. 】
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When Zhang Youji listened to Zhenlan's words, subconsciously asked questions, and received the prompt from her with a subtle and malicious smile, Zhang Youji began to think about Zhenlan's prompt in silence.
On this deck, which is a little higher than the deck of a normal ship, I look at the surrounding ships as if they are escaping from the ship they are on, desperately heading towards a port in the distance that is somewhat similar to the City of Seas. , after thinking about the scene of driving away quickly together for a while.
Zhang Youji immediately showed a bad expression on his face. Looking at the three very obvious ships in the distance, they were all white, carried many armed personnel, and were obviously equipped with cannon-like warships, heading here. At the same time, he gave his questioning answer.
【Well? ! In other words, someone from the Theocracy will be coming soon? ! 】
[Then it’s about the summoner and this human being. This queen will withdraw before getting involved in those meaningless things. Don’t worry, the intimidating combat power is given to the summoner by giving the velvet crystal. The queen bee guard team formed is enough. , after all, the other party is just a simple human being. 】
[You just dumped the trouble on Cuiyin, right? ! 】
[This queen is just like the summoner, leaving things she is not good at to people who are good at such things. 】
[It’s really too bad that you’re the only one who ran away! At least help get rid of my troubles! I want to run together too! I really don’t know what to do with this sudden formal occasion! 】
[Although no one asked for my opinion as a victim, from my perspective, both of you are terrible. 】
Zhang Youji asked Zhenlan and was about to turn around and leave. After chatting for a while about shirk the trouble, Cuiyin was a pure victim in a sense and had very complicated feelings.
When she saw this, she had the expression of a child who was about to cry after being bullied. Looking at the conversation between Zhang Youji and Zhenlan, she felt very pitiful and helpless, and when no one paid attention to her, she expressed what was in her heart. Feeling.
And at the same time, she silently used the newly installed teleportation array on the deck to return to the ship on her side, and made preparations to solve some troublesome matters that were forced over her.
Not long after that, the three white warships that appeared to be military ships of the Theocracy sailed over from the port, matching the ship on Zhang Youji's side and the ship on Cuiyin's side. After slowing down and stopping the boat.
The three warships from the Theocratic State gave priority to surrounding Cuiyin's ship, and sent some personnel from one of the ships to board Cuiyin's ship in an inquiring manner.
Then about 20 minutes passed like this. After Cuiyin received permission from Zhang Youji, she brought two people, one male and one female, wearing white and gold light armor that looked very luxurious and graceful. The combination used the teleportation array to return to Zhang Youji's ship.
[Lord Zhang Youji, these two are the pope and the saint who replace the Theocracy, and are here to welcome you as the envoys of the Theocracy. 】
【Wow? ! Cuiyin? ! What’s wrong with you? ! Did you eat something bad? ! Is your brain okay? ! 】
【No! I'm trying to save face for you on a formal occasion! It seems that I am so stupid for thinking about you! Besides, at least change into something more serious! When receiving an envoy sent by the country, it was the first time I saw someone wearing such cool clothes. 】
Zhang Youji, who had barely made some preparations for negotiation, accompanied by 12 member bees of the Queen Bee Guard behind him, watched Cuiyin, who came back with two strangers through the teleportation array, come to him and meet the two strangers. The strangers knelt on one knee in front of him.
When he took the lead in saying greetings very politely, Zhang Youji couldn't help but complained about Cuiyin, who was completely different from his usual appearance. As for Cuiyin, who was in a sense a waste of time, He immediately stood up and shouted back to him.
However, Cuiyin, who soon discovered on the way that this was not the time to quarrel with Zhang Youji, began to quickly change the topic back to the envoys from the Theocracy.
[These two are the Pope and the Holy Lady, the Paladin who is sent to greet you. Say something to these two adults quickly. 】
【Why? Well, hard work? Uh, anyway, why don't you stand up and introduce yourself? 】
[[Thank you for your concern. You are very welcome to our Theocracy and the Blue Summoner of the Labyrinth. 】】
When Zhang Youji looked at Cuiyin and became very anxious, he changed the topic with his eyes to the two people who were kneeling on the ground to salute. Putting aside the usual words, Zhang Youji was not very good at negotiating in formal situations. .
He immediately said something that made Cuiyin start to cover her head, and promoted the topic, causing the two paladins to change their faces for a moment, and after saying the words of welcome, the two paladins followed suit. Following Zhang Youji's words, he introduced himself.
[I am the current paladin of the Theocracy, Witte Ftainin. Although I am ranked first, I still have many shortcomings. If there is any neglect during my period as an envoy, , please feel free to speak up. 】
[Ah, um, I see. He is indeed a Paladin, with a serious feeling like Valkyrie. 】
Zhang Youji looked at the male paladin named [Witt Ftanin] who stood up first and introduced himself. After saying his thoughts about him, he carefully observed his appearance.
First of all, he has blond hair, blue eyes, and is very handsome. He has the kind of appearance of a super handsome guy who can make countless girls turn their heads. He wears clothes similar to dresses and elegant and luxurious light armor.
There is also a sword on the waist that obviously contains a sacred aura. Although the overall sword is not as good as Valkyrie, it still gives people a perfect feeling.
[The same is the current Paladin of the Theocracy, Nicole, ranked third. Originally, a total of 25 battleships and 5 Paladins were supposed to greet you at sea, because you came earlier than we expected. It was still early, so the grand welcome ceremony expected at sea turned out to be very simple. We can only make temporary preparations to this extent. I am very sorry. 】
[It’s okay not to have something grand like that! Suddenly I felt lucky to have come early. 】
After listening to the words of the female paladin named [Nicole] who stood up later, Zhang Youji couldn't help but speak out what was in his heart. In a sense, he breathed a sigh of relief and observed her appearance. .
First of all, her hair and eyes are all golden. Although she looks very beautiful, for some reason, Zhang Youji feels like she is looking at one of Cuiyin's teammates, Coco.
She is also wearing clothes that are similar to a dress, with a delicate and graceful light skirt, and a white spear on her back, which overall gives people a solemn and beautiful feeling. Although her skirt is , Zhang Youji has a strong sense of déjà vu.
[Summoning Lord, those words are very rude to the one who has taken the trouble to prepare. If possible, please just keep it in your heart. It is best not to say it out loud. 】
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[Uh, although that’s true, by the way, Valkyrie? ! 】
[I received the contact from Moni. I am complying with your wishes and came in advance to carry out the handover of personnel. Long time no see. Call the Lord. The affairs in the kingdom have been processed urgently. The rest are just some unimportant chores. , it’s no problem even if I’m not there, please feel free to issue new orders. 】
When Cuiyin and the two paladins heard Valkyrie's voice that suddenly interrupted the conversation, and moved their eyes to Valkyrie who didn't know when he came here, the three people in total couldn't help but wonder. She took a breath because of the sacred and solemn atmosphere that she now exuded, which was incomparable to mere humans.
Zhang Youji, who only came to his senses while speaking, showed an expression as if he had seen a savior after Valkyrie's greetings and some reports. With her help, she prepared to speak with two envoys from the Theocracy. , formal negotiations began.
