"The situation is very bad..."

Even though they didn't say much, the three earls of Thessaly realized from the stern look on Hendriel's face that the situation in Agrinion was not good.

"Then Princess Agelina and His Highness Irina..." The experienced Bunonius immediately pointed out the key to the problem. If there was anything wrong with Prince Theodor's only legal heir, then they would have to

Nominally admitting Romanus, who launched the rebellion, became the lord of Agrinion, which would make them very passive in the future.

Hendril shook his head, "I can only say that life or death is uncertain. When I rushed to Agrinion at starry night, half of the city was shrouded in flames. By the next day, the rebels had already imposed martial law on the entire city.

I didn’t have the chance to blend into the city. When I had to choose to return, I met a scout sent by His Excellency Justinian to look for me halfway, so I rushed here.”

"You should have come back directly at that time. This journey was too dangerous." Merlinoson on the side said with emotion. Even though Mr. Hendriel described the experience of a few days in an understatement, you can imagine the many twists and turns involved.

And know.

Hendril glanced at the other party and said calmly: "The situation at that time, to be honest, I can't believe whether some of you here are still loyal. After all, only a few people knew about my trip to Earl Tanbei. Please again.

After the ambush, I had no choice but to venture to Agrinion to escape the pursuit. Fortunately, I no longer have such worries, thanks to the great help of His Excellency Justinian." On the way back, it was obvious that Heng had succeeded.

Lear

Already aware of Count Thessarian's betrayal, when he passed through the city of Trikala, he witnessed Count Gavris's head being chopped off by the soldiers of the Bunonius family and hanging on the city wall. Thinking about it now, he still

I still have lingering fears that Michael Dukas has penetrated Agrinion and Thessaly to this extent. If it were not for the sudden rise of Justinian, I am afraid that all of them would have become Rusnina now.

Prisoner.

"Set fire to the city?" Count Talanit pondered slightly. This is not a good signal. Logically speaking, the rebels stationed in the city would not be so crazy, but since they did this, they were obviously forced to a desperate end -

The reason must be related to the arrival of Justinian. The rebels even ignored the safety of Princess Agelina and Her Highness Irina to eliminate potential threats. For them, time is obviously running out.

"Are you still determined to leave now, Merinoson?" Looking at the other party who was still full of resentment and ready to leave just now, the old Earl Bunonius asked again.

"Which is more important, the so-called honor of a noble family? Or is it more important to defend our late lord and fulfill his last wish? It depends on what you do now."

As an elder, Bunonius's tone this time was not as harsh as before. He only stated one fact to Merinoson, and let the other party make the final choice. He did not want any reluctance, otherwise, with Merinoson,

Innocent's temper continued in Justinian's hands, and Bunonius knew that nothing good would come of it.

"I..." After listening to the old earl's words, even Merlinoson, who was proud of his status, hesitated. He was not an idiot. He knew what Hendril meant just now, and he remembered that his nephew was in the Bloody Saint.

The anger in his heart when he was killed in the hall finally forced him to let go of the prejudices he had always held on to.

Just when Merlinoson was about to reply, Hendril interrupted him and said: "On my way here just now? His Highness Justinian told me that he would entertain everyone present at a banquet later. Merlin

Northam, if you haven't really thought about making a decision, can you stay and take a look? Maybe you can try to change your mind."

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Dusk is gradually approaching, but the cold autumn rain is still falling.

At the highest point of Larissa City? In a luxurious mansion? The maids are busy moving the original owner's collection from the hall to its original place because the new owner here does not like these obstructive things taking up space and replacing them.

There are several pots of light blue hyacinths placed by the window sill. It took a lot of effort to find these plants at this season? After the servants finished taking care of the work in hand?

I added some firewood to the fireplace to keep the fire strong so that the room would always be warm as spring.

On the other side, the chef threw raisins, carob, dill, and fennel into the fish soup to taste. Taking into account the different tastes of the dinner party, this was the most universal soup the chef could think of. There was no traditional appetizer.

Dried fruits such as capers and dried figs, but mullet caviar that the chef carefully poured back from outside? No one will not like it. In addition to these, the staple food is even richer, and roast lamb is a must-have at aristocratic dinners.

Under the premise of meat?

The grilled halibut, the stew full of Mediterranean flavor and the slow-cooked dory steak with fish sauce are all particularly eye-catching. The chef looked at his results with satisfaction and believed that this would be a successful banquet.

As for why everyone in the mansion is so interested, of course it is to please their new owner. This was originally the private villa of Gavras, Count of Thessarian? But after he was killed for plotting a rebellion, Gavras

All members of the family have been expelled, and they and the mansion have naturally become the spoils of others.

The person who owns it now is a young man in his twenties. No matter how outstanding his peers are, they are just small lords in one place. They are rare in having independent fiefdoms. But the servants do not dare to treat themselves.

Did the new owner have any contempt? Because the shocking scene on his arrival was still fresh in their memory.

Not stingy with your wealth at all? Just like the rewards given to the Roman masses by emperors in classical times when they ascended the throne, almost all Larissa residents picked up an exquisite gold coin.

There is no doubt that this young nobleman named Justinian is undoubtedly the most powerful person in the city. Naturally, he has a luxurious residence and a butler, chef and maid, which he can certainly afford based on his status.

Seeing that his subordinates had arranged their places to stay, Justinian looked around. It was the first time for him to live such a life. Although he had a noble status in Moria, he was busy with the war.

What free time to enjoy? Now Justinian actually felt that he was not used to this kind of comfort. This home was too empty, there was no sound without guests, and he was even the only owner.
Chapter completed!