Nothing happened all night, and the next morning, Arlande knocked on the door.
Yuna opened the door, and Arland walked in and said with a smile: "Nolen, I have some good news for you."
"What?" Nolen had just finished breakfast, put down his handkerchief and looked at him.
"This morning, Master Bach will hold a secret council meeting within the Alchemy Society. This meeting will re-examine your research results and re-evaluate your alchemist level!"
Arland couldn't hide the excitement on his face, "Given the importance of the new magic circle, it is natural that you will become a senior alchemist, but it is more than that...
"Lord Bach revealed to me before the meeting that in order to express Flamel's sincerity for this cooperation and the Alchemy Society's emphasis on the new rune system -
"You may even be able to skip the high-level alchemist and be promoted to a legendary alchemist!
"If this is true, you will become the youngest legendary alchemist in the history of alchemy! This is an unattainable goal for many people. From now on, all alchemists will remember your name!"
"This is really..." Nolen was stunned for a moment, becoming more convinced of his guess.
Since Bach chose to let the Alchemy Society publicly admit that the research results of the new magic circle belong to him, then he has no reason to frame himself anymore.
Otherwise, Flamel had just announced a legendary alchemist, and the legendary alchemist died in Flamel the next day...
Isn't this just shooting yourself in the foot?
"Also, regarding the terms of cooperation, Mr. Bach also relaxed this morning."
Yaland flipped through the documents in his hand and said: "From today to noon tomorrow, I will take you to visit Flamel's laboratory and various other places that interest you.
“During the visit, if you are interested in any alchemy techniques or alchemy props, feel free to ask.
“Flamel is willing to send relevant technical personnel to Linfeng City to reach an in-depth technical cooperation relationship with Linfeng City.
"——Of course, Master Bach also hopes that you can share the research results related to the new rune system with Flamel. You know, cooperation and exchanges are mutual."
Nolen nodded: "I understand, I will give you a thank you gift that matches Lord Bach's sincerity."
If others treat themselves with sincerity, they will also treat others with sincerity.
Moreover, when he confirmed that his enemy was not Flamel, a big stone fell in his heart.
Generally speaking, Flamel is the only city in the Roland Empire that implements the concept of "alchemy power" like Linfeng City. People with the same ideals should not kill each other.
Speaking from a young age, whether it was Arland, who was both a teacher and friend, or Hero, who devoted himself to research, he had respect for these alchemists with pure ideals and sincere hearts.
If we can support each other and make progress, that will naturally be the best outcome.
"In that case, let's leave without further delay!"
Arland checked the itinerary and said, "First stop, I will take you to visit Flamel's alchemy arsenal.
"You are the general staff officer of the Linfeng City Military Department. I believe you are also interested in Flamel's alchemical weapons, right?"
"Indeed." Nolen glanced at the itinerary in Arland's hand and suddenly asked, "Has my itinerary for these two ends... been finalized?"
"Yes." Arland nodded, "After all, the places I take you to visit are Flamel's confidential places, and you need to apply and report in advance."
"I see." Nolen muttered, "I'm worried that once my whereabouts are revealed, someone may plot against me."
"A caring person?" Yalande was stunned for a moment, "What does this mean? Are you worried that someone in Flamel will do something bad to you?"
"Actually, I noticed something was wrong last night..."
Nolen paused and recounted what happened last night, half truthfully and half falsely.
He concealed his role and changed it to the other guards who were traveling with him. When they returned, they found that he had been marked for tracking.
Yalande is trustworthy. Telling him about the plot against him will allow him to be his helper, and his chances of defeating the attacker will be even greater.
"A middle-aged man wearing a green robe, using soul spells..."
When he heard Nolen's description of the attacker's characteristics, his face suddenly became solemn and he murmured, "It can't be him, right?"
"Do you know who that is?" Nolen asked.
"Well, the Soul Mage itself is very rare. Combined with the characteristics you mentioned, it basically means that he has not escaped."
Arland nodded and said, "His name is Erich Grimny, a seventh-level soul mage.
"The more difficult thing is his identity. He is not a Flamel, but an elder of the Grimny family, the ruler of Broken Star City, and..."
"and?"
Arland hesitated for a moment, then confessed to Nolen: "The Flamel family and the Grimny family have always been on good terms, and Master Bach has a pretty good personal relationship with Erich.
"But I assure you that what Erich did has absolutely nothing to do with Lord Bach. You should also be able to sense Lord Bach's sincerity towards you, right? We all hope that Flamel and Linfeng City can maintain a friendly relationship !”
"I understand." Nolen nodded.
Regardless of whether Bach had any thoughts about himself before, he ultimately chose the path of peace, so he would not anger Bach because of Erich.
However, Broken Star City...
Nolen frowned: "I'm just curious. There is no enmity between Linfeng City and Broken Star City. Why is Erich hostile to me and intends to destroy our cooperation?"
Not only was there no grudge, on the eve of the war between Linfeng City and the grassland people, the former city lord Ivan wrote a letter requesting Broken Star City's support.
Why did this former reinforcement stand on the opposite side of Linfeng City in the blink of an eye?
"Speaking of this, I may have a clue."
Yaland said, "During this period, I served as Flamel's envoy, and because of my work, I also learned about the current political situation of the Roland Empire.
"Although it has not been made public yet, Broken Star City is suspected to have joined the camp of the second prince Roderick, and Linfeng City... still recognizes His Highness Robert as the king, right?"
"Is this natural?" Nolen replied, and at the same time he understood the conflict in his heart.
For most cities loyal to the empire, whoever ascends the throne in the imperial capital and who is the heir to the throne in the traditional sense is Roland II of the Roland Empire.
No matter how good the second prince is, no matter how he is more suitable to be king than the eldest prince.
But even though he has no name and has not ascended the throne in the imperial capital, most forces still don't recognize him.
Rather than saying that Linfeng City took the initiative to join the eldest prince, it is better to say that the eldest prince is the legitimate Roland II. As long as you are loyal to the original Roland Empire, you will naturally slide to the side of the eldest prince.
And since Broken Star City has joined the second prince's camp, it means that it has chosen to be hostile to the eldest prince, and it is not unreasonable to target Linfeng City.
This is really a sudden disaster.
However, since the conflict is unavoidable, let’s get through this level first.
Although Linfengcheng has no intention of becoming a pawn in the war between the two parties, if there is something dishonest that dares to provoke him, he does not mind giving the other party some unforgettable lessons.
Nolen looked at Arland: "What I want to know is, if Linfeng City and Broken Star City really start to fight, what will Flamel plan to do? Both sides are your allies, right?"
"Flamel has always remained neutral - provided that the war will not affect Flamel." Arlande replied.
“If within the territory of Flamel, the envoys from Broken Star City intend to assassinate the envoys from Linfeng City, Flamel will definitely stop them and protect the safety of the envoys from Linfeng City.
"Take the current situation as an example. Since you made the request, we do have an obligation and need to temporarily restrict and monitor the actions of Erich and others. I will submit this request to Mr. Bach later."
"Is it just restriction and surveillance?" Nolen frowned. This was not the answer he wanted.
"After all, he is also the messenger of Broken Star City."
Arland smiled bitterly, "Also, it is said to be a conspiracy, but Erich has not taken any further action yet. If he is arrested and interrogated now, it may cause diplomatic problems.
"Flamel is a neutral city. We are willing to cooperate with Linfeng City, but we do not want to be at odds with the Second Prince's camp. I hope you can understand this."
This was too beautiful to think about, Nolen shook his head. Riding the fence is not that simple.
The result of both wanting and wanting is likely to be dissatisfying to both parties, and in the end it will end up in vain.
However, he did not intend to embarrass Arlande. Arlande really could not make the decision in such a major matter.
"If it is just restriction and surveillance, there is no need to notify Mr. Bach."
He thought for a while and said in a deep voice, "Erich is a seventh-level soul mage. I don't think that gentle means alone can restrain him from taking action. On the contrary, it will make him wary. This is just a warning."
"Then what are you going to do?" Yalande was stunned for a moment, "You don't want to..."
"Haha... you actually put the plan on my head. It's really disappointing." Nolen sneered.
"He's just a seventh-level mage. I'll be waiting for him here. If he dares to come, I'll make sure he never comes back!"
Due to constraints of other factors, it is impossible for a town-level powerhouse of eighth level and above like Ryan to be sent out as an envoy. At this time, the transcendent in Shattered Star City in Flamel will not exceed level seven at most.
If they were only at level seven, I wouldn't be afraid of them.
Not only are the seventh-level knights Julius and Agathe guarding him, but during this visit, he also brought the Valkyrie Assault Type just in case.
He believed that Yuna, equipped with the Valkyrie Assault Type, had the strength to defeat any seventh-level transcendent.
"Absolutely not!" Arland was shocked, "I can protect you for the next two days to avoid the limelight. There is no need to fight him to death!
"You are not extraordinary, but you can't withstand the attack of a seventh-level mage. Don't act out of anger!"
The target of Broken Star City is Nolen. In other words, there is no need for Erich to annihilate the entire envoy group in Linfeng City.
As long as Nolen is captured or killed, their goal will be achieved.
And Nolen is not even a transcendent. In the melee of high-level transcendent beings, the slightest fallout will kill him!
"I know there are risks."
There was a trace of cruelty in Nolen's tone, "But I don't want to see the person who tried to plot against me alive. If this problem is not eliminated, I will have trouble sleeping and eating.
"Since you have your position and your difficulties, let me do it.
"The ugly words are ahead. Once they take the lead, Linfeng City will not be responsible for any consequences that may follow."
…
Time passed little by little, and soon it was noon.
Erich was sitting in a private room of a restaurant, drinking silently. Directly opposite him sat two twin brothers with similar faces.
The elder brother on the left is called Wade Grimny, a seventh-level wind mage, and the younger brother on the right is called Sander Grimny, a seventh-level thunder mage.
Broken Star City is ruled by the minority "Wind Whisperer Clan". Due to the influence of their special bloodline, the Wind Whisperer Clan is rich in mages, and most of the awakened mages are of the wind, thunder and soul type.
Among them, the rulers of the Grimny family have the purest bloodline of the Wind Whisperer clan. Erich, Wade, and Sander are all members of the Grimny family, and their extraordinary attributes each represent the three branches of the Wind Whisperer clan.
"Zhiqua——"
In the drinking room, the door was pushed open, and an attendant walked in quickly and whispered a few words to Erich.
"Bad news."
Erich frowned and said in a deep voice, "The council meeting has ended. Bach plans to recognize Nolen as the legendary alchemist. It seems that Flamel is really going to cooperate with Linfeng City."
"This is not okay." Wade said, "Linfeng City is our enemy. We will not allow Flamel to turn to Linfeng City, nor will we allow Linfeng City to develop rapidly."
Sander asked: "When will the results of the council meeting be made public? We must get rid of him and change Bach's mind before the results are made public."
"I can't say for sure." Erich said worriedly, "Maybe tomorrow, maybe the day after tomorrow. I'm sure this won't be shelved for too long."
Flamel's cooperation with Linfeng City went smoother than he imagined. Are the alchemists that good at talking to each other?
"Too fast." Sander shook his head, "We just applied for support from the clan last night, but the reinforcements couldn't arrive within a day."
"Then there's no need to wait for reinforcements."
Eric's eyes flickered and he quickly made a decision, "In order to avoid long nights and dreams, let's take action tonight.
"It's just a small border town that even needs help to expel the barbarians. The strongest guard in the envoy group is the seventh-level knight, who is definitely no match for us."
Generally speaking, the overall strength of a seventh-level mage is greater than that of a seventh-level knight.
What's more, one of the three of them is a soul mage with tricky attack methods, and the other is a wind mage who can be invincible at high altitudes.
Moreover, they are also familiar with the secret skills of the Grimny family. In their eyes, it is easy to defeat ordinary knights of the same level.
"There is no suspense in defeating the guards of Linfeng City."
Sander said, "I'm just worried that Flamel's people will step in and stop our actions."
"It doesn't matter, as long as we end it quickly enough, they won't be able to react."
Erich sneered, "I can still sense the existence of the tracking brand. The guards in Linfeng City can't even detect the mark I made, let alone guard against our attack.
"I will let them understand that there is a gap between the seventh level. In front of a big family with profound foundation, these ignorant country bumpkins can't even imagine their own death."
(End of chapter)
