in the name of the queen

Chapter 180 What are you missing?
Just as Sif watched Roland leave and sighed secretly, Roland suddenly stopped and turned to look at her.

"I bought a small gift in the store. I wonder if you would like it."

"like."

Sif said calmly: "A true lady will not refuse a sincere gift."

There was still half a sentence she had left unsaid.

Only the people she likes.

Roland took out the jewelry box from his pocket and opened it carefully. A beautiful jade necklace appeared in front of him.

Jade can store the power of nature and is the favorite gemstone of elves who respect nature.

Although Sif is not an elf, she chose [Elf Princess] as her extraordinary profession, so it would be appropriate to give her an emerald.

Roland came to Sif holding the necklace.

Sif slowly opened her eyes, reached out and touched the jade pendant under the necklace, with a smile on her lips.

Can the goddess tolerate her and Roland?

Roland shook his head slowly.

"I want to make progress with you."

"That's not necessarily true. I heard that elves are a beautiful and intelligent race. It would be great if I could have a chance to see them."

Compared with the fragrance of roses, the smell of vanilla has a unique flavor.

Flames danced in Lisa's palms, illuminating her face.

Obviously she meant to let Roland put it on for her.

He could even faintly hear his heartbeat, as fast as a drumbeat, or even a double drumbeat.

"It's not me, it's us."

Roland said with a smile: "As the Day of Return continues to come, those lost races will also return to the material plane to welcome the final Day of Return."

The light girlish scent of Sif's body came over.

"Maybe there will be."

During this time she seemed to be taking a bath with vanilla instead of roses.

He put the necklace on with a smile, fixed the buckle, and took a half step back.

Looking at Sif's trembling skin and crimson cheeks, Roland seemed to understand something in an instant.

But she quickly put aside this concern.

It turns out that she was nervous too.

Just as he was holding the necklace in his hands and about to hand it to Sif, Sif raised her head and closed her eyes.

"Sister, are you worried?"

He put down the small box, unbuttoned it lightly, and approached Sif with the necklace.

This was a call she sensed, and it had nothing to do with Roland. It was inappropriate for him to risk his life with her.

Without hostility, it could only be Lisa who could show up at this time.

Why do you want to go so far? Let’s get past Sophia first.

The fire was lit and the candles were lit.

Sif's smile gradually disappeared, and her expression became a little solemn.

"It's so beautiful. Even if the real Elf Queen exists in the world, she can't surpass your beauty."

"Will you go with me?"

Roland certainly wouldn't be pretentious.

"I'm not against you going to Baishan, but I'm against you going alone."

"I don't want to hold you back. Please don't say that being able to cook is also a skill. I can be a chef, but I can't be a chef all my life!"

"Roland, I know you are worried about my safety. I have always been timid and unwilling to take risks, but I have to try! My talent is far inferior to that of Sif. If I don't take risks, I will only be pulled further and further away."

There's no odor at all, just a bit of vanilla freshness.

Lisa ordered it.

Lisa was a little anxious. She stood up suddenly, bit her red lips, and her tone was tragic.

Lisa knew that she couldn't hide it from Roland, so she could only say quietly: "Roland, I want to go to Baishan. There shouldn't be too many people in Baishan now, so I can go secretly by myself."

According to records in many classics and prophecies, the three goddesses will also return to their hometown, the loyal plane of Theia, on the day of final return.

She smiled and said: "I feel the call. If you don't, it means it has nothing to do with you. If you insist on going, something bad might happen."

"me"

Lisa's eyes were full of surprise, but she quickly calmed down.

Leaving the governor's office and sending Sif to the door of the building, Roland returned to the bedroom on the third floor. He was about to light the candle when he sensed someone in the room.

Roland said calmly: "There are also Sif, Christine and Sura."

The iron triangle of an excellent expedition team is combat, magic and animal husbandry.

The offensive warrior is Sif, and the defensive warrior can be guested by his sub-professional knight.

Christine, of course, is the pastor.

Lisa is a fire magician, and Sura is also a magician with unknown abilities.

Since you want to download a copy, you must be fully prepared instead of giving it away.

After Roland explained, Lisa's impulsiveness gradually calmed down, and she asked with some embarrassment:

"Sif is the queen, is it really appropriate for her to accompany me on my mischief?"

"Why isn't it suitable? It's very suitable!"

Roland said with a straight face: "Remember, everyone is equal if they go on adventures together. Without the Queen, it is the Knight of the White Rose."

Lisa smiled happily.

She knew this was Roland's protection for her.

There was still a trace of regret, but now it's all gone.

Roland waited patiently for three days, waiting for some news and an unexpected person.

The first news, a polished little piece of fiction, was published in the anonymous name of the busiest writer in the world.

The overseas edition of The Sun and several other media outlets reported on the incident.

The second news was that Stanley cleverly spread the news through other channels that Jin Yuan, Wende and other countries were preparing to imitate the Vladimir Empire in attacking Samaritan merchants. Although not stated explicitly, there is evidence to suggest that the Sussex Empire showed no tendency to exclude the Samaritans.

The third news is that the mainland countries held a summit in Vaal City to discuss the disposal plan of the Baishan magic crystal veins. It must have been another fierce quarrel.

The fourth news comes from the Holy Temple of Light. The temple warriors and high-level temples promised to him are all in place and are all deployed in Vaal City.

These five thousand people may seem small in number, but they are very powerful in combat, making Roland a powerful presence in Vaal City.

After sorting out the information, Roland finally waited for the guests from the Magic Association.

What surprised Roland was that the person who came was not Sura, but the gray-haired Master Anthony.

Looking at the master's rosy complexion and sunken eyes, Roland knew that he was in high spirits during happy events, but he was too happy to fall asleep.

He totally understands.

The importance of magic crystal veins to the Magic Association is comparable to that of oil to modern industrial countries.

It's simply lifeblood.

Seeing Master Anthony coming in person, Roland did not dare to neglect. He invited the old man into the secret room, presented him with a pot of fragrant tea, and then closed the door.

"Master Anthony, why are you here in person? If you need anything, just send someone to tell me."

"Will sending someone to stop you from exposing the magic crystal veins?" Anthony said with a smile.

"If you send someone here, you won't be able to stop it."

"Then can I do it myself?" Anthony stroked his gray beard and smiled even more.

Roland seems to be a monster made of cunning, but he is extremely frank in front of his elders.

Anthony was a little curious about how Roland would answer.

"If you come in person, you will definitely support my approach. I believe in your wisdom."

Roland didn't explain, just looked at Anthony.

The old man and the young man looked at each other for a moment, and burst into hearty laughter at the same time. These words were a bit flattering and meant to kidnap, but Anthony would not be angry.

Because Roland's flattery was spot on.

If the opponent was Sura, it might have been misjudged as aggressive and mocking.

But Anthony is different. He is indeed an older man with brains.

Unlike Lao Deng, who becomes more confused as he gets older, what time has left in Anthony is experience and calmness.

Anthony did not continue to test, but said bluntly: "It seems that you are planning to go to war with the Vladimir Empire."

"Yes, the plane of Theia is very large, and there are still many unexplored areas, but there is not much space suitable for human survival. The return day is approaching, and Theia cannot accommodate two overlords."

Anthony didn't expect Roland to think so far ahead, and was a little surprised.

"When you help that little girl like this, have you thought about how we will get along with her in the future?"

Roland thought to himself, of course he should be the prince.

Otherwise, what else can we do, rebel or be a powerful minister who ignores the emperor?
Are you tired?

Of course, I couldn't say this to Anthony.

Some things must be kept strictly confidential until they are done.

Seeing that Roland didn't answer but was confident, Anthony suddenly realized something and seemed to have thought of something.

He knowingly stopped continuing this topic, but asked with a smile: "It is not easy to go to war with the Vladimir Empire. If there is no Sophia, of course I am willing to believe you. But Sophia does exist, she is Vladimir's soul pillar."

"I have a comprehensive plan." Roland said with a smile.

In fact, his plan is very simple and easy to do.

He does have many plans, but plans can never keep up with changes.

But he had to show his confidence in front of the old gentleman.

Anthony didn't see this. He saw confidence and determination in Roland's eyes.

This is what Sulla does not have.

He sighed in his heart, smiled and asked, "Is there any difficulty?"

"Yes, and there are many."

Anthony was a little stunned and had to pick up the tea cup to hide his expression.

He originally thought that Roland would be polite or cover up, but he didn't expect that this guy didn't treat him as an outsider at all.

In addition to being confident and determined, he is also very thick-skinned.

Anthony silently improved his evaluation of Roland.

"If it can help, the Magic Association under my command will definitely go all out."

"I lack everything. Lack of money, lack of equipment, lack of people, and the shortage is severe." Roland's eyes were very frank.

Anthony smiled and said: "I can't help you if you are short of people. People from the association can't help you directly, but I can provide money and equipment."

Roland stood up, put his hand on his chest, and thanked Master Anthony.

"Master Anthony, I never swear, but I have done everything I promised. I will treat you and the Magic Association as my own family. If we go to the end, the descendants of the Magic Empire will receive completely equal civil rights and political status. "

This should be promised by the head of state, but as we all know, Roland can be the queen's boss, so Anthony will naturally not doubt it.

He smiled and asked: "How many do you need? You can make a list for me and I will try my best to satisfy you."

Roland did not rush to quote, but made a gesture of invitation.

"Master Anthony, before I make an offer, I would like to invite you to visit a place."

"Could it be?" Anthony could no longer maintain his composure, and his expression finally became excited.

"Yes, that's right there. Let's go, we can reach it in the afternoon if we walk now."

Although Anthony is older, he has excellent physical fitness and riding a horse is no problem.

Roland did not call anyone else, but accompanied Anthony to the Nameless Valley alone.

"This, here is"

Standing outside the nameless valley, Anthony's hands trembled with excitement and tears filled his eyes.

The alluring scent of magic crystals wafted through the air.

It was an explosive feeling full of power.

How many years!

To be precise, since he was born, he has only heard of the legend of the magic crystal bonanza and has never seen a real magic crystal bonanza.

Although the Magic Association insists that the magic crystal veins have been completely exhausted, in fact there are still some.

There is still a small amount of magic crystal that has not been mined in the underground mining area five thousand meters deep.

But there is a reason why these magic crystals have not been mined. The purity is low, mining is difficult, and the mining efficiency underground is extremely low.

The sum total of the low-grade magic crystal veins under the Magic Association is not as good as a fraction of this rich mine.

Unfortunately no time.

If the Sixth Return Day is still a thousand years away, he will definitely kill the local barbarian lords without hesitation and take the magic crystal veins as his own.

Even five hundred years will do.

But not at all.

According to the results of divination and calculation, the Sixth Return Day will arrive in five years.

Then all those hidden old things will come out of the dog holes.

Any grudges will be settled at that time.

Following Roland's lead, Anthony followed into the valley.

He carefully observed the traces of magic crystal veins around him, unable to calm down at all.

His eyes were red, his lips were trembling, and his whole body was filled with joy, as happy as a hungry tiger breaking into a butcher shop.

Seeing the old magician's excitement, Roland thought that he would definitely get a good price this time.

It is definitely much higher than the direct price.

When the old magician was happy, he suddenly felt that something was wrong with the surrounding trees.

He frowned.

Does Roland know this?
He quickly concluded that he probably didn't know.

How can humans coexist peacefully with tree demons? Humanity's attitude towards trees is that of available resources, and trees are the brothers of the dryads.

It would be strange not to start a fight.

While these damn trees didn't notice, they took action and offered Roland a favor to let him see the power of magic.

Of course Roland didn't know what the old magician was thinking. He smiled and introduced various rare plants in the valley.

It's not yet night, but the golden ginkgo trees are still red pine trees.

"This red pine is very special, you will know later."

I know it now!

Anthony roared loudly in his heart. He pushed Roland away, and a huge fireball the size of a house hung above his raised palms.

Roland's expression changed drastically.

Lisa's fire-control skills gave him a false stereotype of the magical power that existed in the world.

But Anthony taught him a lesson.

If this fireball the size of a house hits, the golden tree demon will be burned into a charcoal tree demon.

Roland quickly shouted: "Master Anthony, stop, this is also my subordinate."

"what?"

Anthony looked at the red pine in front of him in astonishment. The huge fireball was not in a hurry to release, but instead roared coldly at the red pine:
"Monster, reveal yourself!"

He was afraid that Roland would be bewitched. These damn dryads have so many tricks up their sleeves.

If Roland's situation is not good, he will attack the tree demon immediately.

This is a magic crystal mineral vein, and there is no room for error.

(End of this chapter)