The weather today is quite good, and the warm sunshine is sparse and sparse, bringing rare warmth to the cities in the north.

The water accumulated on the streets of Gria City has dissipated, but the originally clean and tidy bluestone street is in a mess, with all kinds of debris and various silt piled up on it, reminding people of the heavy rain yesterday.

However, things that affect the city appearance have been cleaned up by early-night residents early in the morning and have not left much mark.

When Allen and Renard came out of Austin, they could only detect the traces left by those things with the naked eye and the extremely sparse smell in the air.

Of course, whether the ground is clean or dirty, it is not a troublesome problem for Allen and the others.

They just walked quietly and walked towards the underground base of the Gria City Executive Department.

"Hey, Reinard, what kind of reward do you think Austin will give us?"

Alan walked on the bustling streets, looking around casually, silently speaking, but spoke in his heart.

"Well, it's hard to say about the other side, but it shouldn't be too few. I guess your points need should be able to achieve the goal."

Renard returned to his lazy look as if he had not woken up. His eyes seemed to open and close, and his mouth was still yawning, walking on the street like a sleepwalking, but he didn't run into anyone, and he could always avoid the passers-by in front of him just in a good way.

Hearing this answer, Alan's mouth smiled in satisfaction.

He naturally believed in Austin's work, but it was still more at ease to hear Renard's guess as he did.

Of course, what made him most happy was that Renard did not ask too much about why he needed points.

After all, even the closest friends have secrets. Renard was able to grasp this degree well and did not embarrass Alan. This was something that made him feel comfortable.

"By the way, why do you need to read ancient books such as magic books collected by the Augustus family?"

However, Allen suddenly remembered what had happened before and asked in confusion.

"I admit that most of the precious ancient books are treasured in the major nobles, royal families, and other forces of all sizes. But the problem is that the Augustus family is just a nobleman for more than a hundred years. Their history is not long and their background is not profound."

Hearing Allen's question, Renard narrowed his eyes slightly, as if he was half asleep and opened a little gap, accepting the light from the outside world.

"Indeed, they cannot have too much treasure."

When Allen heard Renard say this, he was even more confused and didn't know what Renard was thinking.

He even thought that Renard would not be embarrassed to make the most desire for his sake.

But it is unlikely that Allen would come here. After all, he believes that Renard can clearly understand the essence of this matter.

It can be said that before that, Renard had too many friendships with Austin and the others, and Austin asked them to help more this time through Allen's relationship.

But to be honest, Allen has a very special relationship with Austin and Bor, but this is not an excuse for them to have sex for free.

Their favors are more used to tie the bridge and give Austin a chance to express his request.

As for the others, there will be additional appearance fees.

Allen believed that Renard could not understand the twists and turns, but the other party still made this proposal that seemed to be of little value. So Allen was indeed a little curious about the profound meaning of this.

However, he did not rush to ask, but looked at the surrounding scenery leisurely as if he was uninterested.

After a few dozen seconds, Renard's eyes, which had already narrowed slightly, suddenly opened, with a three-point helplessness in his tone.

"Hey, hey, can you cooperate with me?"

Allen didn't say anything, but turned his head to look at Renard and smashed his bright big eyes.

"Okay, okay, I say, I say." Renard said helplessly.

"Isn't that enough? Who did you learn this problem?" Alan nodded with satisfaction when he heard Renard finally surrender.

"If you say something again, I won't say it." Hearing Allen's complaints, Renard, whose face had an extremely helpless expression on his face turned dark.

"I won't say it, you say it." Hearing this, Allen was afraid that Renard wouldn't really explain, so he made an action on his mouth, and then spread his hands to signal the other party to start performing.

"You don't know much about the Gun Flame Family, so I don't know that when Charles VII rewarded the first Gun Flame Earl Norman Augustus, he also rewarded certain rare books."

"When Charles VII was the first to share the cake, although Charles VII could not stop the conservatives from getting a piece of the pie, he tried his best to share the richer parts with his own people, and to share what others wanted to his own people."

"So, you can rest assured that the Gun Flame family does not have a deep family background, but they are still some good things that are at the bottom of the box."

"And..." As he said this, a divine light suddenly flashed in Renard's eyes, with a sharp edge, "After going south this time, there may be more things in the treasures of the Augustus family."

Hearing these slightly profound words, Allen nodded with some clarity.

Eight years ago, Austin was plotted against and had to go north to escape and barely survive. However, the foundation left by his father and the territory captured by his ancestors were all accepted by the second uncle in name.

It is undeniable that there are reasons for the other party's superb methods, but it must be interfered by external forces.

Otherwise, how could those forces that were close to Augustus and were both nails among the southern nobles, and even the royal family in the imperial capital ignore them, watch the Augustus clan change the flag and throw themselves into the arms of other forces.

So, this time I go south, I will definitely encounter the calculations of those people.

Of course, the result depends on the means, but if they have the upper hand in this aspect, it is not impossible to obtain some spoils.

After all, as Austin said, today's era is different from eight years ago.

...

"The empire is no longer what it was ten years ago, nor is it eight years ago."

Hearing Austin's words, Allen's face changed and became much more awe-inspiring.

He is not a fool, nor is he a novice who has no sensitivity to politics. Although he is still a little confused about the politics of the entire empire, under Austin's straightforward narrative, he naturally understands the other party's meaning.

"Can you guarantee that this action won't happen like that in the past?"

Alan took a deep breath and said seriously.

There was a little awe and a little respect in his face, not to Austin, but to the one behind him, the one who was sitting high on the throne and ruled the entire empire.

Allen knew very well that although Austin had a strong desire for revenge, he would not act rashly until he was fully sure, without being prepared enough, and having enough strength.

After all, if he had to take action, he would not only face the original Augustus family, but he would definitely collide with the southern alliance of conservative aristocratic forces.

In this case, if there is no strong enough force to break the deadlock, Austin will not have the idea of ​​counterattacking and going back.

Even if it is such a good time to be seriously injured by Dalton.

So, the answer is very obvious. There must be someone behind Austin, and this person is strong enough to help him suppress other improper forces and define this southward move within a certain range.

Based on Austin's previous words and attitudes, Allen had reason to believe that this incident was only a family infighting.

As for other external forces, it should be possible to use shameful little means, but as long as you dare to expose and be caught, you will have to pay a high price.

After all, as Austin said, it is no longer eight years ago.

Alan was a little worried at first because although he guessed the person behind the other party through the prompt given by Austin, how to say that, Alan was still a little worried about the reliability of this matter.

After all, let alone the disappearance of his father ten years ago, and the failure of Austin eight years ago, just because of the closest Isaac and the masked man, he felt that His Majesty the Emperor might not be very reliable.

Because behind Isaac's case, it was not a simple dereliction of duty in the Ministry of Justice, nor was it just the imperial law violated, but more likely, the majesty of the royal family was provoked.

Those conservative, stubborn, greedy and unrestrained old nobles are testing the emperor's bottom line through these events, trying to find out the limits of the other party's tolerance, and seeking greater benefits for themselves.

They have always done this kind of thing very easily, this was the case when Charles VII, Charles VIII, and IXIV, and now, this is even more so, without any change.

However, it may be that the movement in recent years has become a little bit bigger, the methods are a little rough, and they are no longer as smooth as before.

But Allen could probably guess the reason why the other party was like this.

After all, although the demon tide was about to rise only last year and the people are still kept in the dark, they must have some expectations for the resurrection of the extraordinary people, and even have a rough prediction date for the royal family, nobles, and those who stand at the top of this empire.

Therefore, in order to obtain more benefits and get tickets to the next era, they must madly enhance their strength before the great change and allow themselves to safely survive the surging and great change era.

This is the essence, and everything else is just a manifestation.

Of course, Alan doesn't know whether they have any traitors. After all, based on the information he currently knows, such a clue structure can only be constructed.

However, judging from the current situation, even though the other party did not have such an idea, their subconscious mind was already testing the emperor's bottom line.

So, it is hard to say what the situation will be like afterwards.

...

The mixed thoughts naturally condensed, and Alan, who was distracted from the situation before the meeting, came back to his senses and looked at the club gate that was already in front of him.

Allen shook his head, walked in with Renard, and then entered the base in a familiar way.

Without stopping or hesitation, Allen walked straight towards Ms. Kelly's quiet room.

Before returning, he had contacted Mr. Derria and Ms. Kelly, so the two of them were already waiting for him in the quiet room.

Renard followed Alan, skillfully circled around the somewhat complex base, and walked to Ms. Kelly's exclusive quiet room.

After contacting the communication device again, I confirmed that the two of them were not immersed in their practice. With a light click, the closed steel door suddenly opened.

Allen turned his head slightly and gestured to Renard, and then the two walked in one after another.

"Uncle Deria, Aunt Kelly, I'm here."

After Mr. Derria and Ms. Kelly informed Allen of his father's great achievements that year, they no longer concealed their identity as Allen's father's friend, and their concern for Allen was more direct. Of course, Allen also corrected their names for the two.

Alan naturally did not hesitate. After all, he could feel the other party's sincere and sincere concern for him, so although he was a little awkward at the beginning, he still quickly accepted the new title.

"Come on, sit down, can you tell me what the problem is now."

Seeing Alan and Renard come in, Ms. Kelly, who was sitting in the chair, smiled at them and asked. Although Mr. Derria did not speak, a kind smile appeared on her face.

"That, Aunt Kelly, has the magic circle around you opened?"

Hearing Allen's question, the relaxed expressions on Ms. Kelly and Mr. Derria's faces also disappeared and became cautious.

Buzz!

The low sound of magic sounds resounded, and the originally quiet and peaceful quiet room suddenly changed. The magic crystals in the energy drive device emitted a brilliant light, and the terrifying magic energy particles surged out. Along the ground, the magic energy circuit on the wall began to flow.

In an instant, Ms. Kelly activated the magic circle in the entire quiet room, perfectly sealing the quiet room, minimizing possible risks.

"Okay, let's talk." After all the preparations were done, Ms. Kelly looked at Allen and said seriously.

From Alan's previous intentional inquiry, she knew that the next conversation would be very important.

Alan did not hesitate, and told the two people in front of him about his conversation with Austin and some of his thoughts.

After Master Ryan's retreat, Ms. Kelly and Mr. Derria were the best candidates he could find, trust and give effective advice.
Chapter completed!