Eagle Flag of Epirus

On the outskirts of Thessaloniki, the army from Agrinion is stationed in a deserted grange. In a villa, Irina Ducasse was standing by the bonfire alone, with only a few maids and servants serving by her side. It used to be a palace for the Roman emperor, and then it was abandoned in the southward raid of the Bulgars, and now she can only spend the night here.

"His Royal Highness, it's getting late, the servants will wait for you to rest." The nurse beside her said with concern.

"I'm not sleepy. If you are tired, go to rest first, mammy." Irina, who was not tired, looked at the burning charcoal in the fire and replied expressionlessly. But seeing her like this, how could the servants on the side be willing to retire, they are all old people of the Ducasse family, and they waited on the side of His Royal Highness when he was swaddled. They know that Irina Ducasse in front of them is still uneasy about the passing of the old prince and his wife. Although the kinslayer Romanus has been executed, the real culprit, Irina's uncle Mikhail Dukas, is still making waves at this time. The defeat under the city of Thessaloniki was not enough to exhaust Rusni's accumulation over the years, and the opponent could make a comeback at any time.

"I also ask Your Highness to be more reassuring and take good care of your body. In any case, Prince Theodore's revenge will definitely be avenged. We all saw that day, as your husband Bingfeng pointed out, the Bulgarians and Rusni were defeated. The porcupine that fled into the jungle in fear." The jester made a clumsy gesture with his funny stomach and fingers as if to depict the grandeur of the war, of course, more to make Irina happy, but unfortunately this did not What's the use.

Irina silently turned her gaze towards Thessaloniki, which was lit up not far away. Compared to here, the conditions in the city were much better no matter how bad it was, but the reason why Irina was reluctant to enter the city to rest was because It's because she hasn't adapted to how to face her current husband, Justinian. Although the two were married and had been recognized and blessed by Agrinion and the princes of Thessaly, in her view it was just a deal with Justinian. Even if she recommends a seat, the other party may abandon him at any time for other greater interests. In other words, Irina, who lacks the initiative, has no sense of security in this political marriage, even though it was her own choice. The words of her mother before parting seemed to still haunt her ears. Irina knew that she was the last bone and blood left by her parents. If she died, then the Dukas family in Agrinion would have no trace left in the world. It seems that she is still noble now, but in fact she has already stood on the edge of a cliff. Whether or not he will fall to pieces from above depends only on Justinian's mood.

In the midst of contemplation, there was a sudden noise outside the door, and everyone in the room suddenly became nervous. At such a late hour, this villa should not be visited by outsiders.

"His Royal Highness Irina, someone outside has something to see you." I just heard the voice of the soldier guarding outside the villa.

"Why are these people so lazy, don't you know that His Highness has rested?" An old servant on the side said angrily, "When His Royal Highness was here, they treated them well, but now that they have taken refuge with the new master, each one is better than the other. The ceremony is really cold." In a moment of anger, the old servant said what everyone was thinking, and Irina's bedroom fell silent for a while.

"What are you talking about! You must have been greedy for a cup at dinner again, and even started talking nonsense in front of Your Highness." The old woman who couldn't stand it any longer broke the silence and snarled sharply.

The servant who had just woken up from a dream realized that he had made a slip of the tongue, and immediately panicked, "His Royal Highness, forgive me, I... I just said nonsense just now that I was anxious and dizzy, don't take it to heart."

Looking at the apologetic servant, Irina didn't say anything, but there was grief in her heart.

It turns out that they can see what's going on in my heart! Mom, it seems that I'm really useless. What can I get revenge for you now?

In the middle of despair, the door was knocked again, and it seemed to be more urgent.

After calming down, Irina motioned to the servants on the left and right, and said, "Let them come in. It seems that there is really something important. Anyway, I'm not tired, so it's okay to meet."

The door opened, and Irina was taken aback when she saw the visitor, because the visitor was none other than Sergius, the crazy monk who rescued her from trouble in Agrinion that day, but now it should be Call him Patriarch Agrinion.

"I haven't seen you for a long time, Your Highness." Sergius took off his cape and hood and said with a kind smile. Compared with his unkempt appearance that day, he looked extremely solemn and dignified in a black robe. "I haven't congratulated you yet. The victory over the rebels in Rusnina and Bulgaria is not enough to comfort the heroic souls of the prince and princess, but it is also one step closer to fulfilling your last wish." The guards exited the door.

"Your Excellency Sergius...how did you come here?" Irina was obviously a little surprised. After all, it is reasonable to say that the other party should stay behind. Even if there is something important, you don't have to travel thousands of miles to see him. Yes, UU reading www. uukanshu.com came here late at night, obviously not just to say hello.

"It's your husband, His Royal Highness Justinian called me here, but I thought it would be no problem to come to the city to meet you, so I made a detour. After all, Princess Azelina entrusted you to me. "

Taking advantage of the night to visit, it seemed that the Patriarch didn't want to be very noticeable, but saying such words in front of her also made Irina seem to realize something, and ordered the people to serve Sergius. Lead the way to the small pavilion in the living room to see the seat, and let the unrelated people wait for a while to retreat.

Seeing that there was no one around, the Patriarch showed a satisfied smile and praised: "Your Highness, you have indeed grown a lot. I believe that if your mother is still alive, it will be very relieved." Linna, although she can still see the appearance of a young **** her face, but now it is completely different from the childishness of the day.

Irina's heart was not fluctuated when she praised Sergius, she knew that this cultivator who seemed to have no desires was definitely not for talking nonsense. Indifferently said: "As long as there is even a trace of value, we still have the opportunity to get rid of the barriers that imprison us. This is the motto you gave me at that time, I have always kept it in my heart, and I have always practiced it. Although I am attached to me husband, but I also don't want to watch a revenge without me as a bystander."

"So you need the help of others." Sergius said what was in Irina's heart, "that's exactly why I'm here, Your Highness. I happened to meet some Genoa's friends on the way. ', they are old friends with Prince Theodore, and they are very happy to serve you, His Royal Highness."

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