As one of the few cities in Atlantis that has not been baptized by war and has not been invaded by demons, the holy city of Jerusalem has indeed attracted many wealthy families to settle here, and their arrival has brought abundant wealth and resources, making the city present a different kind of prosperity.Although it is a country of faith, even the Church of the Gods has not been able to suppress the rise of extravagance for thousands of years, or in other words, even the upper echelons of the temple have enjoyed it.The place chosen for the dinner was a manor in the heart of the city, which was fortunate not to be damaged by the war, and which was carefully prepared to show a delicacy that did not match the background of the war.There weren't many people who could attend the banquet, except for the Patriarchs, who were a group of high-ranking church leaders such as cardinals and Templar chiefs.Naturally, the protagonist of the banquet, the demon slayer Fao Gasol.It should be said that in this environment, it is extremely inappropriate to hold a banquet, but the arrangement of Patriarch Chenxi is very exquisite, and the atmosphere of the banquet is not warm, but creates a lazy atmosphere under the warm lighting and soothing music, which relaxes everyone's tense spirits.During this time, even this group of church leaders were under tremendous pressure, and the strings in their minds were extremely tight, and proper relaxation was also beneficial for the subsequent war.At this time, there were already many people in the hall, they had lost their original majestic priestly robes, dressed in civilian clothes, gathered together in twos and threes, talking, and looked very graceful.There is no doubt that Fao is at the heart of this.Due to his identity, the Twelve Patriarchs just said hello and left, but the cardinals and paladins surrounded him tightly, and they talked word by word, and most of them were about the subsequent war.And Fao highly praised the heritage and strength of the Holy City, although the first strategy failed, but it was only a lack of preparation, the follow-up was commanded by him, and then the support of various countries arrived, the war will definitely turn against the wind, etc., in short, no matter what the truth is, Fao has given these people confidence, and these high-level will pass on his thoughts to the soldiers, and even the civilians, so as to strengthen their faith.Many times, wars are fought with faith and faith.In a slightly dimly lit corner, Gouileme sat alone, holding a crystal goblet in his hand, the crimson liquor of which swayed and left ripples.He was very out of place in the atmosphere of the whole hall, and seemed lonely and silent.Halfway through the banquet, seeing that the number of people around Fao had not decreased, the Patriarch of the God of Fighting, Otedoro, couldn't help it.He appeared, drove away the crowd in a few words, said a few more words to Fao, and left.And Fa'o, relieved, also took a glass of red wine, looked around, and found the corner where Gouileme was.Without any hesitation, he walked to this corner, sat down beside Gu Ileme, leaned sideways, looked at each other, and asked in a slightly strange tone: "Ancient Ileme, the commander of the Demon Blood Battle Squad, the fugitive from the Burning Wasteland, the divine servant of the Lord of the Dawn, the legendary skeleton mage from the abyss.Frankly, I'm really surprised to see you here. ”Gouileme shook his glass: "You recognize me?"
”"Your disguise is clever, but my eyes are also special.What's more, you have revealed your identity in the city, and you have seen many people. ”Fao didn't say it completely, he didn't actually see the flaws in Gu Ileme's spell, but in Amun's eyes, the other party was completely a skeleton."
Of course, I'm more curious about where you stand?
Which identity is the real you?
And, where are you in the battle for the Holy City?
”Gu Elime's eyes flashed to meet Fao's gaze, but he suddenly smiled, with some mockery: "Before this battle, His Majesty Bill came to me, and he was worried about my position, and he was afraid that I would do something wrong in the subsequent war.Your Majesty, now that you've asked the same question, frankly, I hate to prove my innocence in this kind of thing.But when Your Majesty asks, I can answer you very seriously, but I also need to answer a question honestly after answering a question. ”Fao kept his demeanor, pondered slightly, and spit out only one word: "Good!"
”When Greme heard the answer, he suddenly drank the wine in his glass in one gulp, and said, "If I say that Atlantis is not only your homeland, but also mine, I don't know if you believe it or not?"
”"What?"
Fa'o couldn't stop being surprised on his face: "It was the end of the Arcane Era, I was born in a very prominent spellcaster family, as the first heir, and I have a good talent for spellcasters, even if the emperors of the continent countries see me, they have to salute."
Of course, in addition to the caster, I was also attracted to the teachings of the Lord of the Dawn, and even, in the presence of some big people, I became the godson of the Patriarch of the Lord of the Dawn of that generation. ”Facing Fao's even more surprised gaze, he shrugged his shoulders and said, "Okay, maybe it's surprising, but no one says that a spellcaster can't have faith.Of course, it was a time of doomed tragedy!
Whether it is the decline of the elemental theory to Ofamin, or the narrowing of the belief of the gods, and the invasion and killing of demons, it is a fatal disaster for the intelligent life of Atlantis.And many people, when they don't see hope, will always think about escaping, and yes, for those who are really big, leaving this plane is not completely without a path.Of course, such places are very rare, but not impossible, and I, with the help of my father and godfather, I have been given a place to go to the outer planes.I can't tell you where I went?
How did you become a skeleton mage?
Why did he go to the abyss and become a subordinate of the six-armed snake demon queen?
But I want to ask you to believe that all this is my own choice, and I, of my own choosing!
I was a deserter and a sinner in Atlantis, but I still want to see its redemption and my own redemption.And all of this is in front of us, as long as we can survive this hurdle. ”At this moment, the first thought that popped into Fao's mind was, what are you kidding?
How could it be the beginning of this kind of wanderer's homecoming story?
Did he lie?
Deceptive?
Facing Fao's gaze, Gu Ileme seemed to see the suspicion in his eyes, and he explained: "The main material plane is very strictly guarded by the plane's pan-consciousness, and when people from the outer plane arrive, unless there are extremely special means, they will inevitably suffer the curse and punishment of the plane.Your Majesty knows this, right?
”Fao nodded slightly, and continued to wait for his next."
The invasion of demons requires the will of the abyss to change the heavens; And the advent of the Heavenly Legion will also be protected by the power of the gods.But as you can see now, I can walk freely in Atlantis with impunity.You know what that means?
”Without waiting for Fao to think about answering, he said directly: "That's because I was born here, although after thousands of years, things are not human, but as long as my soul does not collapse, my soul imprint in the origin of this plane will not be dispersed." ”This is something that Fao did not expect, but when you think about it, it actually makes sense.After all, the blessing of the Resting Bird, such as that possessed by the Drake Knight Avani, is not available to everyone.Gu Ireme said: "Speaking of the battle of the Burning Wasteland, although my majesty is unparalleled, I have also experienced in the bloody battle of the abyss, and our team has even faced the god clone and fled.If I was scared to flee just because of the majesty of my crown, it would be too contemptuous of me.At that time, I had no intention of being an enemy of His Majesty, and I had already come to this plane, so I chose to flee and escape from the battlefield. ”Frankly speaking, these words, Gu Ileme has been holding back in his heart for a long time.Yes, he is a divine being, and no one can ignore his voice, but in the same way, he came with a sincere heart, but he could not gain the trust of the Twelve Patriarchs and the high-ranking members of the Church of the Gods.Especially when he arrived, he encountered a demonic siege again, and after a battle to the death, although he proved himself with practical actions, he could not completely erase his doubts.The feeling of coming with a lot of blood, but being doubted by everyone, is really uncomfortable.Until now, Fao has become the object of his confiding."
Having said so much, I don't ask you to believe it completely, in fact, I just want to have a clear conscience."
As he spoke, he poured himself another glass of red wine, and drank it all, not knowing what kind of magic spell he used in disguise, as a skeleton mage, after pouring such a large sip of wine, his cheeks actually showed a little red, and his eyes were even more confused and drunk.It's a good sense that wine is not intoxicating, but people are drunk.Fao didn't speak out at the first time, but his eyes narrowed slightly, as if he was thinking again, but in his heart, he asked: "Great Nightmare Lord, how much do you think what he said is true?"
How much fake?
”In the void, Amon was also a little dumbfounded, well, it came from reality, but it was always more bloody than reality, he muttered slightly: "There should be some sincerity, but whether he is sincere or false, does it have an impact on your plan?"
”"Well, it doesn't seem like much.Or rather, it's actually good for our plans. ”Saying this, Fao spoke: "I want to believe you!
”Gu Ireme was a little surprised: "Really?
”"Really!"
Gu Ileme seemed a little happy, as if he had received the best recognition, but then he calmed down and asked his own question: "Your Majesty, although I know this question, and many people have asked it in these days, I still want to confirm it once, and I hope you will tell me in the most honest manner.Will we win or lose this battle?
”This question did not come as a surprise to Fao, to be exact, it was the same question that he had been confronted these days, from His Majesty Bill, to the Cardinal, to the Templars, to the common warriors, archers, wealthy merchants, commoners, and even slaves.It can't be said that these people don't have any opinions at all, it can only be said that they are facing Faogasol, the most prestigious demon slayer on this continent, the creator of the battle for the Burning Wasteland, in order to have such a high level of credibility.After all, even if it is the same sentence, what beggars, wealthy merchants, and emperors say will bring different degrees of recognition.It's just that this time Gu Ileme is going to be disappointed.Fao gently put down the wine glass in his hand and said softly: "The diversity of war lies in the fact that until the last moment, no one dares to speak lightly about victory or defeat, just like the battle of the Burning Wasteland, I have even given up hope of survival, but we still won."
However, war also has its own inherent laws to follow, and in my vision, this war, without additional variables, I can no longer see the advantages of the Holy City?
”"What?"
Gu Ileme was stunned for a moment, as if he hadn't reacted, and then turned to face Fao, his eyes full of incredulity: "Didn't you just say that to those cardinals?"
”"I lied to them!"
Fao said it with great calm: Gouileme could not accept it: "Why?
How can it be?
Why would you want to do this?
”"Four days ago, at the end of the First War, Patriarch Dawn also came to me, and on behalf of the Patriarch of the Twelve, he asked the same question as you.I told him that without extra help or variables, the Holy City would have little chance of winning this battle?
Now, four days later, I am personally involved in the restoration of the Holy City and the reconstruction of the Knights Templar, supplemented by my knowledge of the Demon Legions.I can tell you more responsibly that if there are no variables, there is basically no possibility that the Holy City wants to save this battle!
”Speaking of this, Fao paused slightly, and then looked at Gu Ileme: "As for why I lied to them, it is because even if they know the truth, they can't change anything.On the contrary, it will lead to passive slacking due to psychological pressure, which is not conducive to the subsequent war.It's not fair, but if they all face death in the future, I'd rather they die with the last glimmer of hope. ”Gu Ileme looked at Fao in a daze, as if he had reacquainted himself with this person, and it seemed that Fao's performance was completely different from the person in his inherent impression."
What's wrong?
Unacceptable?
”Fao smiled: "You made me honest, I was honest, and you can't accept it, it's not very contradictory." ”"Since the battle situation is unfavorable, let's find a way?
Your Majesty, you also said that in this battle, we need extra help and variables, in that case, go and find it?
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You can't just watch the Holy City be breached, can you?
”Gu Ileme seemed to have lost his bearings: "How do you know I'm not doing it?"
Contacting the three major empires, urging the two guilds to send troops, and determining the location of the demon slayer legion, these are not all helps.As for variables" Fao looked at Gu Ileme, his expression was extremely serious, and he said slowly: "Four days ago, His Majesty Bill asked me how to find variables?
I told him, and then, with today's banquet, there was a conversation between you and me. ”For a moment, Guireme was stunned, he looked around blankly, at the people who were talking everywhere, at himself, and finally at Faogasul, as if he understood something: "What does the crown mean, I, that variable?"
”"Yes, you, Ancient Elime, the Dawn Divine Favorite, are variables."
Gu Ileme was silent for a while, and then said slowly: "Actually, there are two groups of statues of the main gods of the Holy City, one is in the major temples, and the other is in the unknown.My greatest authority is to mobilize half of the power of faith to provide for believers. ”"Personally, this is definitely a supply of divine power for several days, but for this war, it is far from enough!""
What do you want me to do?"
Fao said what was in his heart: "I need a chance, a chance to talk to the gods!"
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