A few days later, Emil heard that the second stage of the promotion competition was also over, so he came to Anthony's house again.

Although Ophelia had already said goodbye before, because of Cohen's relationship, they still agreed to meet at Anthony's house, and Anthony was naturally very happy because he could continue to interact with Emil and others.

After learning that Emil had lent the Holy Sword to Cohen, Anthony became interested in knightly competition again, so he did not fail in every game of the promotion competition.

At this time, Emil came to Anthony's house in advance. While waiting for Cohen, he kept telling Emil the wonderful things about the game, and then he told Emil in detail about Cohen's game.

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Emil sincerely admired him for this, thinking that he might be able to be a commentator on the field, of course, provided that the Cavaliers Athletics had this position.

"...In short, although Mr. Cohen is indeed very strong, maybe only a little weaker than the Dragon Knight, I think it should be your holy sword that plays a greater role. After all, if it weren't for that sword skill, it could directly cut off

Without the opponent's weapon, it is not certain who will win in the end."

"Haha, is it really such an exaggeration?" Emil was doubtful.

"Hey, why did I lie to you? Why don't I wait until Mr. Cohen comes and let him tell you in person?" Anthony was a little unhappy when he saw Emil's suspicious look, and then he sighed to himself, "Haha, as expected,

There’s still something to behold in the knight’s competition.”

Emil couldn't help but smile bitterly, wondering who had accused him angrily at that time.

After that, around noon, Cohen arrived belatedly. He saw that Emil seemed to have been waiting here for a long time, and he couldn't help but feel guilty.

"Oh, I'm really sorry for keeping you waiting."

"It's okay, I don't have many commissions these days anyway. Also, congratulations on your successful promotion." Emil expressed his sincere congratulations.

"Haha, thanks to your holy sword, otherwise I would have to work harder," Cohen scratched his head, and then looked at Emil with some embarrassment, "Well, can you lend it to me for a few more days? After all,

There are still games to come.”

"..." Emil was a little confused. He didn't know what he meant, but he soon understood, "Oh, you mean the Holy Sword. Didn't I say you would return it to me after the knight competition is over?"

It seems you misunderstood what I meant."

"Yes, is that so?"

"Of course, I can't take your money for nothing."

"Haha, Emil, you are indeed a good person. If it were another blacksmith, more than 100,000 gold coins could buy a victory in a game, which is a good deal, let alone use it until the end of the game. In that case, even a big noble would have to

It's not okay to go bankrupt and you lend it to me for free. I have to pay you more money."

"Oh, don't say that, I really don't need the money." Emil waved his hand quickly.

He was not just saying this politely. The more than 100,000 gold coins that Cohen gave him before could barely fit into the magic ring, and Lilith always complained to him that the space was too crowded.

"Well, since you said so, fine, I respect your choice, but I always want to do something for you, because I never like to owe favors."

Hearing what he said, Emil went straight to the topic, which was exactly the plan he had thought of before.

"Actually, the reason why I'm looking for you right now is to ask for your help. Of course, it's something within your ability, and I won't make it too difficult for you."

"Haha, why are you being polite to me? I will help you even if you are in trouble," Cohen patted his chest happily, "Tell me, what's the matter?"

"Well, from what you said that day, you must have lived in the royal capital for a long time, and you have many connections."

"Oh? Emil, do you want to be a noble in the royal capital? But aren't you from the Stuart family? There is no need for this anymore." Cohen was confused.

He did make friends with a lot of people in the royal capital, from all three religions and nine streams, and those people saw that he had a wide network of contacts and many connections, so they asked him for help in order to become a noble in this prosperous royal capital.

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"That's not the case," Emil explained immediately, "I'm not interested in nobles. I just want you to help sell the weapons I forged. I saw that you successfully made friends with a knight in just a few words that day, and then so much

The day has passed, and you should have met more knights. It shouldn’t be difficult for them to find me to forge weapons."

"...Emil, it's not that I don't want to help you, I'm just a little bit surprised. Isn't your Stuart family's brand name big enough? I think most of the knights' weapons are forged by your family."

"That's different," Emil hesitated for a moment, and then decided to tell his purpose, "You have to know that in the entire royal capital, the head of the Stuart family, Frazier, is recognized as having the strongest forging skills.

And I am just a new blacksmith, but I am not afraid of your laughter when I say that I want to surpass Frazier and become the strongest blacksmith."

"Hahahaha..." Cohen laughed loudly as expected, and then continued, "Ahem, don't get me wrong, I just think you don't have to worry about being laughed at. If you say it in public, oh by the way, even in front of Frazier

These words will not be laughed at. On the contrary, Frazi will be happy, and others will also appreciate your ambition, because this idea just shows that you are a motivated person and you will continue to

Improve your skills until you achieve your goals, and most people in the capital are happy to hear about this."

"Really, really?" After hearing these words, Emil felt relieved from the bottom of his heart.

"Of course, in short, I will accept your request. You can relax after that. I will definitely help you get it done. But I feel like thanking you is not enough. Otherwise..."

"No, it can't be done. Doing this well is the best thank you to me." Emil quickly dissuaded him.

"Haha, just kidding, I'll take my leave now."

"Well, see you another day."

Emil waved his hand and watched Cohen leave.

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During the days when she and Emil were separated, Ophelia continued to live at Anthony's house, and then went out to search for Byron's whereabouts during the day.

The result was a big disappointment for her. She almost ran all over the royal capital and searched through the streets and alleys, but she couldn't find any trace of Byron. Of course, he wouldn't stay where she was looking for her, but

Even so, a clear mark should be left on her.

"Could something happen?" Ophelia couldn't help but think of the worst outcome.

But she couldn't be sure, so she could only continue to search with anxiety.

One day after that, she even met Cohen who was wandering on the street, and then she remembered that he had the magic to obtain information.

Cohen knew that she had a good relationship with Emil, so he agreed to help, but the result was still unsatisfactory. He showed Ophelia a blank crystal ball and said that he had never encountered such a situation.

"...This is strange. Could it be that Lord Byron has disappeared from the world?"

"Oh, this matter is indeed strange. There is no hidden area in the capital. You must have been turned upside down these days. It is really hard work."

"Well, thank you anyway, then you go ahead and work, I'll continue to look for you." Ophelia said with a disappointed look on her face, and then left straight away.

Cohen watched her leave and couldn't help but sigh.

"It's so pitiful that she doesn't even know what kind of person her master is."

The next day, Ophelia continued to look for someone non-stop, and then she met Cosette who was doing nothing.

"What a coincidence, Your Highness, didn't you go after Cornes?"

"Oh, don't mention it. That guy will open the portal at any time. I can't catch him at all." Cosette said angrily, wishing to catch Cornes and cut him into pieces.

"Oh? So you have met him."

"Yeah, but I can't catch him even if he's right in front of me. And every time I get close, he can sense my presence and then run away."

"Well, where do you usually find him?" Ophelia suddenly asked.

"...Well, not to mention, in order to find the pattern of his movements, I really paid attention. At first, he was basically near the central area of ​​the royal capital. And I asked about it. It is the territory of the royal family.

But later he discovered that after I was chasing after him, he appeared farther and farther away from the central area, as if he didn't want me to notice his purpose."

"But even so, Your Highness should have come to a conclusion."

"That's natural. In any case, his target must be within the royal territory. As long as we go to investigate, we might be able to understand his purpose. Since we can't catch him, then we will wait for him at his destination.

I don’t believe he won’t come.”

"Okay, let's go investigate now." Ophelia was eager to give it a try.

"Well, you seem to be here to see Byron, right? Then..." Cosette hesitated to speak, and finally chose to remain silent.

"Alas," Ophelia sighed heavily, "I have been looking for Byron these days, but I have found nothing. People can't disappear for no reason, so I think it has something to do with those candidates for the throne, or...

It’s related to Cornes, and you just said that they are all in the royal territory, so the next target will be clear.”

"Well, I understand," Cosette nodded, and then said, "What about Emile? Does he want to go with us?"

"He said he thought of how to deal with Frazi, so I have been acting alone these days, and Cornes has already been defeated by us. The two of us are enough, what do you think?"

"Haha, that's true, not to mention those candidates for the throne who are just ordinary humans."

So, the two of them immediately rushed towards the royal territory.
Chapter completed!