Medieval Empire Soldier Chapter 222

  Chapter 222 Anselmo Theater

  In the imperial calendar, there are six most important festivals in each round of the year, one every two months, three symbolize important farming seasons, and three symbolize the change of seasons.

   Among them, the most critical and the most influential one is the upcoming magic night in early August.

The well-known Night of Witchcraft, in customs spread throughout the empire, it is generally believed that that night is the time when the boundary between life and death is the most blurred, and the souls of the dead in the past will return to reunite with relatives and family members It was also the most active on that night. They wandered among the graves in the countryside, staggering and frightening passers-by on the road. It was also the busiest time for Death Moore Church.

For a certain purpose, the emperor "Savior" Magnus more than 200 years ago held the first Thousand Dharma Night on the full moon of the bright moon Manasbury. After that, this choice was also accepted by the imperial officials It was preserved, but it dilutes the originally frightening atmosphere of returning to the soul.

   It is also because after years of nurturing, every time the Night of the Thousand Laws comes, it will arouse the attention and heated discussions of the entire Altdorf.

  Beginning a week ago, in the streets and alleys, no matter rich or poor, high or low, high-ranking officials, or low-level traffickers, this feast is an indispensable topic for people's daily chat.

This is also related to the fact that after the new emperor Karl Franz ascended the throne a few years ago, the Imperial Academy of Magic sent a large number of battle mages to fight side by side with the imperial army. To fight against the enemies of the empire, such as the Battle of the Blood Pine Forest, the Battle of Reckwald Forest, etc., in such wars, the Battle Mage was as brave and fearless as other fighters, without fear of sacrifice, and finally wiped out the enemy, expelled them, and surrounded the empire. The territory and the homeland of the people. As a result, the image of the original mysterious mage has also undergone a great transformation, especially in the imperial army.

Coupled with the secret and targeted promotion of the imperial officials, the limelight of the Night of Thousand Laws easily overshadowed other news, just like the appearance of a large number of undead outside the Hermgart Fortress standing in the middle of the gray mountain pass two days ago Creatures, the news of the emergency dispatch of the fortress defenders, would definitely be discussed in normal times, causing various conspiracy theories, but now everyone is most concerned about who will appear in the night of a thousand spells. After the duel, it will be the magic The Dean of the Academy becomes the new leader of the Imperial Mage, gets the Rod of Volan, and the seat of the Emperor's Mage Advisor

In addition, there are obviously more foreigners on the street, gorgeously dressed and majestic high elves, short and stocky dwarves with a particularly loud voice, and Araby from the Far East and across the sea of ​​death. The merchants, as well as their grotesque guards, the Zhendan caravan also brought the "Suzaku", a strange bird covered in fire, to act as the driving force for their flying boats. Civilization, like water droplets, gathered in the bottomless lake of Altdorf.

  The most lively place in the deep lake is the "South Coast Community" in the south of the city.

Since the afternoon of three days ago, the Rick City Guards in the red and white uniforms of Altdorf City have surrounded this area full of rich people, because the Obsidian Hall, the main venue of the Night of the Thousand Laws, is located in the In the community center, there is a post at three steps, and a post at five steps. No one else is allowed to enter. Even the people who live here are only allowed to go out but not to enter. This has greatly affected the business of handicraft shops around the South Coast, but they The complaints of the people at the bottom are not even as good as a cockroach in a stinky ditch compared to the safety of the Night of Thousand Laws.

In addition, hundreds of battle priests, paladins, and witch hunters from the Church of Justice entered the South Coast community. Under the command of the great priest Volkma, they immediately set about setting up the barrier of forbidden law, and placed the church's holy vessels and holy objects in key areas. , At the same time mobilize the pure power of the twin-tailed comet to suppress the wind of magic, reduce the intensity of casting spells, and do everything possible to avoid the tragedy a hundred years ago.

   "The Academy of Magic has lost its mind, and if we don't stop them, they'll burn Altdorf to the ground."

  High Priest Volkmar von Hindenstein

Armies stationed in South Coast communities, including a Sigmar Holy Shooter Corps, well-armed and known for their uniforms and fine muskets, gold-plated double-tailed comet badges, and a prismatic tooth worn by each Holy Shooter Corps soldier at his waist , It is said that they are the teeth of the high elves. The veterans think that this can make their shooting more accurate, but many scholars think that this is just an ignorant superstition, but as a symbol of the veteran, it is still loved by everyone.

   Because of this, the holy shooting army was reviled and threatened by all elf ambassadors, and many elves threatened to break their teeth with the giant sword of Hoeth.

Just in the afternoon, dozens of carriages, large and small, blocked the congestion at the street. This was also thanks to the halberd guards who stopped most of the carriages outside in advance. If they drove into the streets, they would definitely be blocked. You have to die.

His Majesty the Emperor personally ordered that no matter how distinguished the entrants were, they would all get off at the intersection of South Coast Street and enter on foot with an invitation letter or a special pass. In addition, in accordance with the previous legal tradition, only two guards were allowed to accompany them. Those who violated the order Imprisoned in the dungeon below the Palace of Retribution.

  No one dares to disobey the rules set by Grand Prince Karl Franz of Rickland.

As for security work, in addition to the heavily guarded 2,000 City Guard soldiers guarding the entrances and exits, the prestigious Altdorf Honor Company also came. Other soldiers quickly recognized this legendary army, thanks to the unique appearance of the Honor Company, Yellow iris feathers and black iron busts, and their battle history steeped in chapters of glory and victory.

The current captain of the Company of Honor is Otto Herstein, a brave warrior eager to leave his own story in this world. Every Lady of Aldau knows the unique Swan when the Legion leaves the gates to fight far away. They all offered their praises to Sigmar to ensure the safe return of Altdorf's most beloved children.

  Five hundred heavily armed elite infantrymen were divided into ten squads, and they took turns escorting the nobles who came to watch the ceremony to ensure that the preliminary work went smoothly.

   This is not over yet, the last line of defense consists of knights from the major knight orders and powerful knight commanders.

Nearly 400 imperial knights gathered in this small and crowded area, including the famous Griffon Knights, Sigmar Blood Knights, Sun Knights, etc., as well as the Sigmar Sect and the Great Chanting Sect stationed in Nun. A private armed force from here, the Knights of the Burning Heart, a Templar Knights.

  This is also reflected from the side. This Night of the Thousand Laws has received great attention from the secular power and the church, as well as positive attitudes from all sides.

According to the available information, not only the emperor and the nobles of Reikland, but also the envoys of human countries such as Britannia, Kislev, and the Southern Principality are on the list of people attending the ceremony, as well as people from all provinces and regions. Representatives of the autonomous city-state will definitely be present. It is reported that the honorable great priest Volkmar and the great reciter Esme III who has been stationed in Nun City all the year round will also come. The relationship between Volkma and Esme III is tense. It is an indisputable fact.

In fact, the Imperial Captain of the Altdorf City Guards had a hard time during this period. The crooked, dark and tortuous alleys between the neighborhoods were also very troublesome for those in charge of the guards. Not to mention, just the complicated traffic conditions That's enough to give you a headache.

  Seeing that the sky was getting darker and darker, a carriage hung with magic lamps, decorated with precious metals, and a valuable carriage had just arrived at the intersection of the South Coast Community, immediately attracting a lot of attention from around.

"Master Elector, all carriages are not allowed to enter the south coast, we can only stop here." The black panther knight driving respectfully said towards the carriage, compared with the carriages parked nearby, the gap is not usually large, pulling the carriage They are two tall horses that are completely black and have no hairs.

  Each horse is worth more than one hundred gold coins, wide-mouthed and strong, enough for every knight to devote everything to it.

  In addition to the gorgeous and spacious carriage and the sturdy and mighty horse, there is another thing that makes people look at it frequently, and that is the conspicuous family crest on both sides of the carriage.

  For the nobles, especially the proud Brunswick people, the coat of arms is the symbol that can truly represent history and tradition, and is worth defending with life and blood.

   Obviously, the family crest in front of their eyes made everyone present feel awed from the bottom of their hearts.

  Unpretentious white wolf head.

  Dignified and serious.

  Aristocrats who have been familiar with heraldry since childhood can recognize at a glance that this coat of arms belongs to the Elector of Middenland, the famous Todbringer family.

"It's really exciting, forget it, Lailon, let's go there on foot, and treat it as a walk after dinner!" The rough voice of the White Wolf Elector sounded, and the door of the carriage opened. Boris, who was wearing a blue and white duke evening dress, He got out of the carriage first, and then reached out to help his daughter Shirina. The elector's daughter was wearing a light blue noble lady's evening dress, and a string of wood elf necklaces on her slender neck, which made her complexion more and more beautiful. Fair and fair, with deep and charming eyes, delicate and lovely.

   "At your command, my Elector." Lellen stepped down from the other side of the carriage, adorned with a dark blue aristocratic evening dress and the Iron Cross on his chest, looking even more heroic.

   More than sixty honor company soldiers in orange uniforms and long halberds guarded the main road into the block. Soon, a hurried figure came from behind.

"Oh! Honorable Lord Elector of Middenland!" Otto Helstein, the captain of Altdorf's honor company, greeted him from behind the guarding horse. After bowing deeply to Boris, he nodded to Laeren Said: "Heroes of the Empire, His Excellency Laeren Wald, welcome your arrival!"

   "Don't do unnecessary etiquette, so as not to waste time, Captain Alto, the opera is about to start!" White Wolf Elector Lang smiled and waved, motioning for Otto-Herstein to let him go.

   "No problem, Boris Elector."

   As night fell on the streets of Altdorf, Lyran also arrived at the doors of the Anselmo Theatre, a theater dating back to the days of Emperor Boris Goldgate "The Rat Exterminator". It is famous as the home of the great playwright Jacob Taradage, whose plays are now mainly staged.

Baron Draco noticed that this is a splendid music hall, several exquisite sculptures with exotic elements, the whole theater hall has a very obvious baroque style, the walls are mainly brown red and stone with white Alternating lines form a square facade with bright colors and a luxurious overall structure. Many Altdorf nobles are already wearing various dresses and lined up at the entrance of the Anselmo Theater to enter the hall.

   Tonight's opera party is about to begin.

  Lyron looked around with some self-mockery, and looked at the evening dress made of fine fabrics on his body: "I always feel that I seem to be out of place here."

   "Haha, relax, Lailon, enjoy yourself when you arrive at the Anselmo Theater, you will get used to it!" The White Wolf Elector laughed loudly. His appearance attracted many nobles to surround him, and the voices of flattery and praise followed one after another.

   "Okay, get used to it slowly." Laeren sighed, waiting for the elector's communication to end.

  Similarly, many nobles in the theater also recognized Baron Draco, and they were very willing to come forward to have a chat. Seeing this, several noble ladies actively surrounded Laeren, and it was so lively.

Just as the White Wolf Elector and several old acquaintances were laughing together, the well-dressed Elector's daughter appeared in front of Lailon, and the noble ladies who were constantly nagging around Lailon immediately got acquainted and left. Their status is far inferior to Xilinna, the daughter of the White Wolf Elector.

"Mr. Lailon, you seem to be very popular." The elector's daughter smiled sweetly with a hint of amusement: "The ladies just now seemed to treat you as a delicious delicacy, and in the next second, they Want to eat you."

"Maybe, there was a lady with green eyes just now. I have to admit that her eyes really made me feel a little scared." Lailon approached quickly, without concealing his helplessness: "Miss Xilinna, what are you doing?" How long before the opera begins?"

"It's coming soon, but father, he still needs to chat with the emperor's finance minister, Grand Duke Ellen." Xilinna looked at Lailen's current appearance, revealing a hint of cunning in her eyes, and said generously: "Mr. Lailen , do you want to sit close to the stage and watch the performance on the stage up close?"

   "Is it possible?" Layron frowned after hearing this: "I always thought that the seats in the theater were fully booked."

"Of course." Sirena smiled, and the Elector's daughter took out a gold-plated invitation card from her body and handed it to Laeren: "Follow me, Mr. Laeren, this invitation will prevent you from falling into the trap of the nobles." entanglement."

"OK."

Soon, Sirena and Layron walked towards the depths of the theater together. Elector Boris, who was still talking, witnessed this scene. There was an imperceptible smile on his face, and then he became more enthusiastic and devoted himself to the big theater. During the exchange of the nobles, the laughter became more hearty.

  Staying up late to watch the game makes my brain hurt, so I need to catch up on sleep

  (end of this chapter)

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