Riding and Slashing

Chapter 159

Sir Paul Demar had always believed that Dalion was the last heir to the Pendor Kingdom, and he himself was probably the last Griffin Knight with a legacy.

He vowed to help Dalyon restore his country - and he always taught Dalyon to do so...

However, as Dalion grew up, Paul Demar had a skepticism—Dalion did not look like Helen at all, and the ring that once shone brightly in Helen's hand was in Dalion's hand. But almost no response...

So he was full of contradictions and distress.

He is the Gryphon Rider, the guardian of the royal family of Pendor, and his lifelong belief requires him to find the true royal descendant.

But the old man has raised Dalion for so many years, and the relationship is closer than his own... He would rather believe that there is something wrong with the ring.

This is very tangled.

So Paul Demar didn't mention his doubts to Dalion.

He didn't know what to say, after all, he had always instilled in Dalion "the true king of Pendor", "the blood of the former king", and "the legitimate heir to the throne"...

But in any case, the doubts in his heart have always existed.

So he still insists that Dalion is the direct line of the royal family, and he still educates Dalion in this way, but he has made two preparations...

While teaching Dalion, he was looking for other possibilities.

It would be best if someone could be found who could use the seal of the Supreme King.

If he can't find it, then no matter whether Dalion is the blood of the former king, he will insist on helping Dalion restore his country-this is the meaning of the old man's existence as the last Griffin Rider, and the value of his life.

This seemed like a reasonable idea, but the problem was that he didn't know how to look for other possibilities.

He's old, and he's not manned yet...

Moreover, even if there are still descendants of the former king in the world, they will definitely hide their names. After all, he himself can only bring Kryon to live in seclusion on the mountain.

Until ten years ago, Milgan led some adventurers to find the closed ancient residence.

At that time, Darion was only in his teens, and Paul Demar was already old. The old and young couldn't deal with Milgan, so he could only watch him loot all the weapons and equipment in the station.

But Paul de Mar had an idea.

The old knight came forward and told Milgan that this is the arsenal of the Griffin Knights, and those who find these Griffin equipment are the chosen ones, and they can use the title of "Griffin Sword" to conquer the world...

In order to convince Milgan, Paul Demar also deliberately said that if he defeated himself, he could take away the "Griffin Sword" in his hand, which represented the supreme royal power of Gupander-of course, the sword in his hand was actually just The weapon of the commander of the Griffin Knights, the sword that truly represents the royal power, was taken to Barkley by Li Ang's parents at that time, but the old knight didn't know it.

Milgan was young and energetic back then, and he really believed it.He defeated the old knight, took Paul de Mar's sword, and indeed named the party 'Sword of the Gryphon'.

Paul Demar is actually using Milgan to attract the attention of the outside world.

Anyway, it is doomed for the weapons and equipment to be taken away by Milgan, so it is a good way to take the opportunity to let Milgan attract firepower.

In the eyes of the old knight, this could not only test the reaction of the Sarleon Kingdom to the name 'Sword of the Griffin', but also use this iconic name to attract real royal blood.

Because the real sword of the Griffon really represented Pendor's kingship, but more than 100 years have passed, and few people in Pendor now know the meaning of that sword.

Probably only the descendants of the royal family and those who keep the legacy of the Griffin Rider will not forget.

The old knight felt that if there were still descendants of the Pendor royal family in this world, they should know the meaning of the Griffin Sword, and they would definitely go to Milgan's team, and maybe they would gain something by keeping an eye on Milgan.

Coupled with so many Griffin Knights equipment, most people would think that the Griffin Sword Mercenary Group is the alias of the Griffin Knights, and the members of the Pendor royal family will definitely pay attention.

As envisioned by the old knights, the 'Griffin Sword Adventure Group' was very ostentatious after getting the Griffin equipment, and became famous in a few years.

However, Paul Demar, who has been tracking and observing this adventure group, has gained nothing—there is no Pandor royal family, only a lot of ambitious people are looking for trouble for Milgan.

And people will grow. After being a shield for a few years, the arrogant Milgan also came to his senses. He understood that the so-called Griffin Sword he got from the old knight was actually not good for him...

Milgan is no longer so high-profile, and declares that his equipment is just spoils of war—he wants to distance himself, saying that his mercenary group is hostile to the Griffin Knights.

Since then, the Sword of the Griffin has become a pure mercenary group, taking on more tasks to guard or find noble women, and gradually fewer people pay attention to this mercenary group.

So the old man's calculation failed.

In fact, the old knight's plan was originally destined to be fruitless.

Because the old man did not expect that after Princess Helen and his wife fled to the Buckley Continent, they never mentioned anything about blood and royal power to their children, and even sealed up the Griffin Sword—the one who was knocked out Leon Griffin, who lost the sap, didn't even know the meaning of the sword of the griffin.

The noble princess of the royal family became an ordinary noble woman, and the unparalleled knight became an ordinary hedge knight. After experiencing many things, the couple had no plans to return to their country, and only wanted to live a good life in Buckley...

Of course, Paul Demar is not completely without gains - at least he found that the current Sarleon Kingdom did not respond to the 'Sword of the Griffin'.

This means that the current Sarleon King Ulrik seems to be different from the Mad King. He doesn't care much about the existence of the Griffin Knights, but he doesn't agree with its legitimacy.

Baron Leofric subsequently became the lord of Kewen, which further proves this point-nobles who openly use the griffin coat of arms can already become the baron lord of the Sarleon Kingdom.

The old knight also went to see Baron Leofric a few years ago, and learned that Leofric's ancestors were indeed Griffin Knights.

It's just that Leofric said that now he is the lord of the Sarleon Kingdom, and it is impossible to return to an illegal knight order, let alone support Dalion's restoration of the country.Unless the banner of the Pendor kingdom is raised again, and his safety can be ensured...

Of course, Leofric also showed kindness to the old Gryphon Rider, but that was all.

So the old knight simply let Dalion go down the mountain and directly claim the throne.

This builds strength while attracting true royal blood—if there is one.

Of course, if you really haven't found it all the time, then you can make a mistake...

So it was so wrong that it was a few months ago.

The story of Li Ang dissuading the alcoholic group from Kewen Village spread, and it reached Paul Demar's ears.

In fact, for Leon, the battle was not fierce at all. In essence, Alaric took the initiative to seek a normal transaction after waking up.

However, due to the huge difference in the number of the two parties, it was rumored to be very mysterious in Kewen Village...

Leading 800 people to repel [-] people, the opponent is still the famous and difficult 'drunkard group', and according to rumors, Li Ang also defeated the drunkard group - after all, they are all paid for alcohol, when will the drunkard group drink and pay? Over the money...

In fact, the money was paid by Li Ang...

But in the eyes of those who don't know the truth, this is of course a brilliant and legendary victory...

Coupled with the fact that Li Ang's Griffin flag has appeared frequently recently, and is used by caravans and convoys, Baron Li Ang's reputation in this area is actually much greater than imagined.

So Paul Demar began to pay special attention to Li Ang, but now that he was old and his legs and feet were inconvenient, he couldn't run to Li Ang's territory, so he had to let Darion seek development in Kewen Village, and invited him back when he met Li Ang.

The reason why he let Dalion stay in Kewen was similar to what the lord imagined.

Dalion has been living in the mountains with his adoptive father, has not seen much of the world, and has an extremely straightforward personality, so Paul Demar really did not dare to let Dalion go too far, and asked Dalion to only move around Kewen Village.

Because Lord Leofric knew of their existence and would protect Darion.

"Your Highness Li Ang, I have already felt that Dalion is not a descendant of the royal family... so I have been looking for the real person. But I did not expect that you are the son of Princess Helen——I am really glad to be here Seeing your existence at this age."

Paul Demar smiled and looked at Li Ang, but behind that smile was a bit of bitterness.

The lord of course understands this bitterness. The old man has raised Dalion for more than 20 years, and now it is confirmed that there is another heir to the royal family. Although the old man is mentally prepared, he will feel a little bit sour.

"The loyalty of the Gryphon Rider strikes me, ser."

Li Ang bowed towards Paul Demar, he really admired this old knight who had fulfilled his oath all his life.

Paul de Mar bowed, presumably pleased that his loyalty had been recognized.

"In fact, I have investigated you, Your Highness. I know most of your deeds, and I am very relieved that your performance is worthy of the Griffin Knights' following... In this way, I finally don't have to let Dalion do what he is not good at thing. I know myself, I can only teach him to be a knight, but I can't teach him how to govern the country. Now he can get rid of the shackles of the throne, which is actually the most gratifying thing for me! I just need to let him Pass on the Griffon Knights..."

The bitterness on Paul Demar's face has disappeared, leaving behind a sincere smile: "But you are capable enough to raise the flag of Pendor."

Of course Li Ang can understand, this old man has raised Dalion for more than 20 years, and obviously has a deep relationship with Dalion.

If there is a choice, the old man is certainly not willing to let Dalion fight for the throne. The old knight understands Dalion's temperament and knows how risky it is.

After confirming that the lord is the direct heir of the Pendor royal family, Paul demar is really happy from the bottom of his heart—his adopted son can get rid of the most dangerous job.

But Li Ang also doesn't intend to reveal his identity to the public now, he has enough enemies...

So, the lord lord asked a question that made the old knight very entangled: "Sorry, sir, I don't plan to openly raise the flag of rebellion to face a kingdom, so you really can't call me your highness. But I can support Dali Ang rebuilt the Griffon Knights—but I have some doubts, how do you tell him..."

Li Ang looked at the old knight teasingly.

"I'm just thinking about how to tell him... It's my fault too, he has always believed that he is the king of Pendor..."

Paul demar suddenly became sad.

Dalion has always thought so since he was born. If he suddenly changed his mind, Dalion would definitely have doubts about his life, and he might become autistic...

However, this matter can only be resolved slowly by the old knight who is an adoptive father. Li Ang shook his head, took off the ring in his hand, and handed it back to Paul Demar.

"Until I have the strength of the High King, I will not use the seal of the High King, sir, you put it away first. You don't have to let Darion follow me for a while, maybe he has his way. I can Let’s build the base of the mountain first, as the base of the Griffon Knights..."

Li Ang did intend to rebuild the Griffon Knights, because at least he had to let the ruins be protected by armed forces.

Moreover, the Griffin Knights, as the oldest knights in this continent, are still the existence that many Pendor knights yearn for. Although they have been destroyed, many ancient noble families still think that they are the most orthodox knights.

However, the Pendor Kingdom was not subjugated due to governance problems at the beginning, but was attacked by the Red Death, which led to the severance of the royal family's successor and caused civil strife, giving foreign enemies an opportunity to take advantage of it.So many old nobles will indeed miss the Kingdom of Pendor.

In fact, Dalion claimed that he had the royal blood of Gupander, and put himself on the surface as the claimant of the throne. Although this approach is likely to be used as a puppet, it is also a kind of talisman in a sense.

Because apart from the king, no one would easily take his life on the surface, so as not to bear the reputation of 'killing the orthodox royal family'.

After all, it is true that the Sarge Lion King won the throne incorrectly, and Alfred, the first generation Sarge Lion King himself, did not tamper with this history.

It's just that what is right or not is false, after all, strength has the final say.

If there is a formal confrontational war, regardless of the legal principles, most of the nobles will only hang out with the strong, just like Baron Leofric said-at least to ensure his safety.

And most commoners may yearn for the once powerful and prosperous Pendor Kingdom, but in fact they will only support the "good lord" they know. After all, they are more concerned about whether they have food.

So Li Ang never had the idea of ​​using his blood identity to attract people.

Because, when you are strong enough, someone will naturally add legal footnotes to your bloodline...

Bloodlines become noble because of the strong.

The high king's coat of arms ring is actually only used to prevent counterfeiting. Probably the biggest purpose is to prevent the seal from being stolen - other people's seals will definitely not be able to display the small words surrounding the griffin, "This is the will of the high king." .

Of course, it does represent inheritance, but only if it is strong enough can it be publicly unveiled...

Just like the Griffin Sword, which represented the Kingship of Pendor, Li Ang dared not bring it to Sarleon City now.

Lord Lord is not strong enough.

The old knight did not object to Li Ang's approach. He put away the ring and nodded.

But when Leon turned to leave the hut, Paul Demar said behind him: "Your Excellency Leon... Before you publicly raise the flag of Gupander, I will let Dalyon continue to claim the throne... I hope you can Send someone to protect him."

The old knight seemed to be quite hesitant when he said this, feeling that it was very difficult to say.

And this time, "Your Highness" is indeed useless.

"Of course, I'll send someone after him. Thank you for your help, sir."

Li Ang turned around and saluted again sincerely.

This should really be thankful, the old knight is using Dalion to help the lord attract attention, so that the lord can develop wretchedly...

Of course, this may also be because the old man will not know how to explain to Dalion for a while...

The lord walked out of the hut, patted the dazed Dalion on the shoulder outside, and said, "I will send someone to protect you and your father, Dalion. Besides, I will rebuild the Griffin at the old resident at the foot of the mountain." Knights."

"Really? That would be great! Father..."

The dazed look on Darion's face turned into excitement, but then he was called into the hut by the old knight.

The lord smiled and went straight down the mountain.

……

After the lord returned to Changhe Town, a lot of news came from the entire east.

Fort Yongshield faced the joint siege of the Jatus and bandits, but because the bandits failed to trap Godric, Charles and others, they brought all the troops into Fort Yongshield, and Godric also called Most of the Changhe Town garrison was captured.

There are actually 500 defenders of Fort Yongshield combined, and the castle itself is very good for defense, so it is naturally as solid as a rock.

In just two days, the two barons Godric and Leofric split up and completely repelled the enemy.

The Red Arrow longbowman also gained some fame in this battle.

These unqualified archers, in the continuous battles, quickly grew into a good army, and even became Godric's new guard - his original guard was in White Hart Castle, and it has become Amy's. of the guards.

And the one who is even more famous is Charles. After the siege of Fort Brave Shield, he even rushed to Fletcher Village with injuries. With less than a hundred troops, he defeated hundreds of bandits in a crazy way.

Charles didn't keep any prisoners in this battle, and killed a lot of people, and put all the heads on wooden stakes, and stood them outside Fletcher Village.

Because those bandits slaughtered many people in Fletcher Village after he entered Fort Yongshield.

Also because, Riva died.

Died to protect Charles.

After the battle ended, Godric did not return to Changhe Town. He and Charles continued to lead troops to pursue westward, chasing the bandits into the jurisdiction of Lion Lake City.

The Baron, who never attacked, unexpectedly attacked, which was beyond most people's expectations.

Godric knew that those Red Brotherhood thugs must have come from the Duke of Alma—but no one had proof.

Alma was not present to any of them.

Therefore, he wanted to chase after those defeated gangsters to find an evidence.

When those bandits are defeated, they will definitely return to their masters.

As for Charles - his purpose is relatively pure, he just wants to kill the mastermind behind the scenes.

However, there are very few troops in Changhe Town at present. The Horn Call Ranger Group seems to have disappeared after claiming to "go to suppress the bandits". It is not known where Alma took them. It is said that they went to the northern area of ​​Lion Lake City.

The beacon fire at White Hart Castle has also stopped, which is a fake. Eric has sent back to White Hart Castle the news that Li Ang left Sarleon City safely.

The fighting in the entire east seems to have subsided, and the battlefield has turned to the northern Shihu City jurisdiction.

But for Li Ang, this means that the struggle has just begun.

(End of this chapter)