Amazing cheers broke out everywhere. Except for the superiors on the stage, almost everyone was shouting for the victorious Kipchak warriors off the field. Although the Frank knight who died on the field was their ally the Genoese faction.

However, the arrogant attitude of the Genoese people before made many people feel happy from the bottom of their hearts that they were able to kill the opponent this time, even if they relied on a Kipchak barbarian.

On the other side, Emperor Mikhail's face was full of gloom, but he could only accept the cheers of his people below - no matter what, he could not reveal what he was thinking, and it was worthy of all his efforts.

Suppress your inner anger.

Even Constance Doria, who was also watching the battle, was very surprised by the result. Although he was not sure at the beginning that Alfred could defeat the Kipchak warrior on the field, in this flash of lightning, his men were the most powerful.

The capable thug was actually killed like this, but it made the old man even more fearful and vaguely uneasy about the winner below.

Baron Fernand, who had placed the bet before, slowly turned around with a dejected expression and threw the prepared money bag to the Byzantine nobleman with whom he had bet. Although he was reluctant, he still kept his promise.

The bet was made, and the Roman nobles who received this windfall were overjoyed.

As for Prince Theodore and Antonia Doria, whose hearts were in their throats before, they breathed a sigh of relief at this time and no longer had the worries they had before. However, recalling that scene was still frightening. No one thought of checking.

Stinian actually won the victory with such an incredible blow. It seemed easy, but if you think about it carefully, the timing and the excellent physical fitness required are unimaginable.

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At this time, amid cheers, Justinian in armor picked up the discarded broadsword from the ground, stood in the center of the field, looked up through his mask and looked at the aloof Emperor Mikhail, holding the sword

Kneel down on one knee and say, "May God bring blessings to our wise Majesty. May you lead our empire back to its former glory. Dear Roman Emperor, I dedicate this victory to you and your great empire."

You also bestow your generosity on your loyal warriors to inspire us to devote ourselves to the Roman Empire and her people."

I only heard the words that were neither humble nor arrogant coming from under the armor, and even though they did not see the real face of this warrior, most of the audience's favorable impression of him suddenly increased a lot. Today's empire is suffering from internal and external troubles, and like this

Anyone would be delighted by such a brave warrior.

Of course, except Emperor Mikhail himself, he had to show a fake and stiff smile, stood up from his throne, and accepted this so-called compliment. And his sinister eyes looked not far away.

His younger brother, Prince Theodore, didn't even think about it. He already knew what the other party was planning. He just wanted to compete for the position of commander in the upcoming expedition to Thessaloniki. But he couldn't do anything to stop him now. What follows?

That damn Kipchak warrior not only won victory but also gained Theodor Doukas great popularity.

As a reward for the champion of the tournament, Mikhail Dukas will have to agree to a wish for each of them as a reward. But this was originally prepared for his son Nicholas, and the anger in his heart became more and more uncontrollable when he thought of this.

, his two hands tightly grasped the handguards on both sides of the throne and kept shaking, and the murderous aura exuding from his body became increasingly intense.

Realizing this, Nikephoros, the chief deacon on the side, quickly advised: "Your Majesty, the overall situation is more important!" If the emperor in front of him was so angry that he really chopped down the Kipchak warrior below, then I am afraid that the command would lead to

The whole house was in an uproar and the prestige that Mikhail had finally accumulated was suddenly wiped out. This was the result that Theodor Dukas was happy to see.

The angry emperor actually knew this in his heart at this moment, but he still couldn't swallow it, so in the end the man endured it.

The emperor's expression gradually calmed down, and he said condescendingly in an indifferent tone: "I am very pleased that the empire can have such a loyal and brave person. Now that the competition has come to an end, you are worthy of the title of winner."

, tell me, whatever reward you want, I can satisfy it no matter what it is."

As he said this, Mikhail turned his gaze to his brother Theodor Dukas who was also looking at him under the tent next to him, "And my brother Theodor, the prince of the empire, because of your previous

You have also recommended yourself to me, so as a reward for you, I will appoint you as the commander of the expeditionary force that will go to Thessalonica to command various armies against the Latins. I believe that you will live up to my expectations."

Since the other party has succeeded, it is better to minimize the losses. Mikhail Dukas made the appointment first.

Prince Theodore didn't say much about this. He just stood up and knelt down to thank the emperor with a cold hum. Naturally he understood his brother's intention, and then he calmly accepted this appointment that everyone coveted. Such an important task must be given.

Only those whom the Emperor trusted very much could be entrusted. Could it be that His Majesty the Emperor and this prince had reached a reconciliation? The crowd couldn't help but whisper at His Majesty Mikhail's straightforward decision. And more people were concerned about the person in the audience.

What kind of request would a Kipchak warrior make? You must know that it is the promise of the Roman emperor, and he must keep his promise.

Holding their breath, everyone was waiting for this moment. And the warrior wearing heavy armor on the field finally slowly spoke out his wish. However, when the hoarse voice in the armor echoed throughout the field, everyone

Everyone was stunned.

"My wish is simple. I hope that your Majesty can suspend the alliance with the Genoese - at least until a reasonable agreement is reached. I implore our great emperor to refuse the Genoese's taking advantage of the situation."

Justinian's words were not very loud, but they were heard clearly by both nobles and civilians in the entire tournament. At first there was dead silence, and then there was an uproar from the whole house. Everyone thought that this Kipchak was

The samurai just wanted to ask for an official position or to be rewarded with some gold, silver and jewels, but he actually made such a request, which made everyone stunned, and their eyes immediately converged on Ti, not far away.
Chapter completed!