"It's not enough, you know."
Straightforwardly, Azi said to Xiao Ke as if she wanted to play the role of the villain: "The aid of the brave is very expensive, and the loyalty of you, the son of the Platinum Forest, is far from enough. And you also know the current situation in Magnum. If Zhou Li chooses to help Mu Qi, he will be standing on the opposite side of Magnum."
A look of frustration appeared in Xiaoke's eyes when she heard this, but she did not blame Azi for speaking directly, nor did she accuse the brave man of improper behavior in straight words. She just pursed her lower lip slightly and said softly:
"Sorry, I was abrupt."
Upon seeing this, Azi's tone softened, she quietly exchanged a look with Zhou Li, and then said gently: "Actually, the brave man understands that Magnum's aggression against Muqi is an unjust act and a bad aggression. But you also know, brave man, that he is just Silver and does not have the right to speak, so there are some things that cannot be done now."
After a pause, Azi could see that Xiao Ke had been persuaded by her. After sorting out her thoughts, she continued: "And do you know that while you were sleeping, Zhou Li refused the title of Duke."
"ah???"
After hearing Azi's words, Xiaoke was immediately shocked. She looked at Zhou Li blankly, with a stunned expression on her face: "You...really gave up the title of Duke?"
No wonder Xiao Ke is surprised. Although Magnum ranks last among the four major countries in the world, looking at the world, Magnum's strength can crush 90% of the countries. In this way, any title in the country is Being robbed like crazy. What's more, what Zhou Li rejected was the most noble and powerful duke among all the titles. Anyone who heard this would think that he was insane.
But if the word "Zhou Li" is preceded by "brave", this matter will not be so sensational. After all, this is a brave man, a noble person who represents justice and glory. Even the title of a superpower could not tempt him to participate in such aggressive activities. Thinking of this, Xiao Ke couldn't help but have a hint of admiration in his eyes, and his original doubts were completely dispelled.
Xiao Ke was not worried that Azi was lying to her. There was no way to fabricate this kind of thing. She could find out the truth by asking a random passerby. She looked at Zhou Li and said to him with great admiration: "Thank you very much for your generosity. Your act of justice will always be remembered by Mu Qi."
"oh?"
Zhou Li raised his eyebrows, cut open the steak in his hand, and asked calmly: "Then you are not going to let me save your teacher?"
"You have no obligation. This is just my private request. Whether you accept it or not is your choice."
Facing Zhou Li's gaze, Xiao Ke said calmly: "Besides, you gave up your title and did not participate in this invasion, which is the greatest kindness to Mu Qi. We have no precedent of letting others sacrifice for Mu Qi. We have not done so in the past. , not now."
"What about yourselves?" With a little admiration in his eyes, Zhou Li leaned back on his chair and asked relaxedly, "Will you sacrifice yourselves for Muqi?"
"If it's a needless sacrifice, no."
To Linghai and Azi's surprise, Xiaoke did not speak generously, nor was he filled with righteous indignation. She just answered Zhou Li's words very calmly and continued:
"The teacher has taught us that any meaningless death is a trampling on one's own life. As long as people are still alive, even if they are just waiting inaction, hope may be passed on. It is precisely because of this that the teacher will send us to Countries, let us not forget to preserve ourselves when we learn, so as to retain the blood and culture of Muqi in the future."
"But you're taking a risk now."
Zhou Li looked at Xiao Ke and said calmly: "If I agree to rescue your teacher, you will definitely go back with me. Once the war breaks out, you who are good at positional warfare will never stand by and watch your country being invaded. When you When you step into the battlefield, do you have the confidence to save yourself?"
"No." Xiao Ke shook his head and replied very simply: "I have lived in Magnum for six years, and I have a general understanding of Magnum's power. Once Magnum really wants to launch a war, Muqi will be completely unable to do so. Resist this invasion. Many people will die, including me."
"Then you still want to take risks? Doesn't this violate your teacher's instructions?"
Zhou Li's inquiry made Xiao Ke silent for a long time. She looked at the rich food on the table in concentration. After a while, Xiao Ke said quietly: "Actually, the group of Muqi students who went to various countries around the world have rebelled a lot. ”
"Originally, Magnum had thirty Muqi students. They were all the teacher's favorite children, and the teacher devoted countless efforts to them. But now, only the ones who consider themselves Muqi people and retain their nationality are Less than five people.”
Then, with sadness, Xiao Ke continued:
"The Dongfang Santing is okay. Only three of the forty people are missing, and the others still retain Muqi's nationality. But there are only fifteen international students left in the two countries of Yingnan and Xitarik." People are still proud of Muqi. The original study abroad team of 150 people now has less than half of the students left."
"So, I think the teacher is wrong."
Xiao Ke gritted his teeth and said to Zhou Li: "If hope doesn't come, it will only die. If Muqi really perishes, we wandering seeds will only be gradually assimilated into the soil of other countries. People without a home are remembered. You can’t live with your past.”
Soon, the hall fell into silence.
"In three days, I will go to Muqi."
After a suffocating silence, Zhou Li spoke: "I will go to Muqi for consultation and negotiation as Magnum's envoy. This is my repayment for you saving my friend, but I cannot guarantee that I will be able to save my friend." Go back to your teacher. At the same time, I have two more requests."
Suppressing the joy in his heart, Xiao Ke pursed his lips, nodded and said, "You tell me."
"First, I need you to accompany Kaya, observe her physical condition and report to me at all times. If necessary, you need to rescue her."
"Of course, I would have done it even if you didn't say it." Xiao Ke agreed without thinking. Zhou Li also made his second request.
"Second, I need to meet with your teacher alone."
Afraid that Xiao Ke wouldn't understand, Zhou Li quickly added: "Completely, there cannot be a single meeting with any other person or existence."
"this……"
Xiao Ke was silent for a moment, and then she made up her mind and replied: "I will apply to the teacher. The teacher has always been arrogant. If it is not a disease, you can actually see him at any time. But the teacher is not in good health after all, and this time is needed We arrange it."
"Can."
Zhou Li nodded and agreed.
"That's it. You can live with us now so you can observe more easily, and you can use your food, clothing, housing, transportation, and finances as you wish. In three days, come back to your hometown with me."
