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Ignoring this unpleasant topic, the atmosphere between the two of them returned to harmony.

The Lion-Hearted King is obviously an arrogant person, but Lothar's outstanding achievements in the Holy Land and the power he now holds are enough to make this monarch put down his arrogance and treat each other as equals.

He looked behind Lothar, a hint of amazement flashed in his eyes, and then said: "Marquis Lothar, who is the legendary Knight Commander Jeanne?"

Jeanne hugged her helmet with one hand, her blond hair shawled, and took the initiative to say: "It's me, Your Majesty."

"It's unimaginable, Ms. Jeanne. I have carefully studied several of your classic battles. Your acumen on the battlefield is amazing. I look forward to fighting side by side with you and Marquis Lothar."

There was a smile hidden in her expression, and she remembered that the enemy she faced in the first place was flying the flag of the Three Lions.

At that time, and even long after her "death", the British regarded her as a slut, a witch, and the devil's advocate. But now, the king of the British praised her even more, both in words and in words.

She and Lothar looked at each other and smiled.

"What are you two laughing at?"

Richard felt a little confused.

What he said before was not polite. With his arrogant heart, he had never been interested in being polite to people he looked down upon.

"Your Majesty, the sun is scorching high here. If we have anything to say, we should go to the banquet to talk about it."

Due to time constraints, the banquet was held at a manor outside the city.

There was a lot of drinking and drinking at the table, but the atmosphere was not very lively.

This king came alone. Although he added a general to the Crusaders, he also laid the groundwork for the division of the Crusaders.

Two monarchs who are qualified to command the Crusaders are present at the same time, so who should the Crusaders listen to?

Originally, the Crusaders had many factions, including the native faction, the little ponies newly arrived in the Holy Land, the Germans, the Gauls, the royal faction, the queen faction, the noble faction...

It is conceivable that when this king arrives, most of the Crusaders from Albion and some of the Gallic Crusaders will spontaneously unite to his side and form a rivalry with Lothar.

You, Lothar, can sit on the Duke of Egypt, but others can't sit on the Duke of Egypt? Duke Alexander?

Lothar obviously didn't have much interest in accompanying him. Halfway through the banquet, he stood up and exchanged greetings with Richard before saying goodbye and leaving. He still had to deal with Lavinia and Valentina's affairs.

But Sebastian suddenly stepped forward. This bishop wore a golden crown and gorgeous cassocks, and there was a faint sense of arrogance in his tone.

"Marquis Lothar, you accepted the coronation of a heretic sect. This is a disobedience to His Majesty the Pope and an insult to the ecumenical church. I very much hope that a devout Christian guardian like you can recover from your mistakes."

Lothar sneered and said: "Jesus Christ once lived among fishermen and beggars. Cardinal Sebastian, greed and enjoyment have never been the qualities that a priest should have."

In fact, it is understandable that people come all the way to the Holy Land, is it really for the glory of God?

Indeed, a considerable number of people are like this.

But more people are interested in land, wealth and fame.

Among them, fame is often pursued by higher-ranking nobles. A noble noble with high moral character and high reputation may be suddenly elected as the king of a certain country, even if he loses all his land and sits at home.

Sebastian wants real estate and wealth. He can understand this idea, but he will never choose to give in unless he, the Cardinal, is willing to swear allegiance to him, but that is impossible.

Lothar didn't want to be subject to the struggle between royal power and religious power in the future, so he simply strangled it from the root.

Sebastian's face changed slightly, and his expression became even colder.

Lothar's words are really heartbreaking. The bishops and priests of the major dioceses are all extremely rich, with servants all over the place. Their lives are more luxurious than those of secular nobles, and this even includes His Majesty the Pope.

Lothar finished speaking in a low voice and then added: "I suggest you learn from Bishop Uldin. I think he is more qualified to be the Patriarch of Alexandria than you are."

"But it's a pity that what you said doesn't count."

There are a total of five patriarchates in Christendom. According to the name of the Eastern Empire, they are the five patriarchates, namely Papal City, Constantinople, Antioch, Jerusalem and Alexandria.

The status of the patriarch is evident.

Sebastian spent such a high price to obtain the appointment of Patriarch of Alexandria from His Majesty the Pope. He even gave up his back. How could he give up so easily?

Lothar sneered and strode away from the table.

At this banquet, most of the people who welcomed the Lionheart King were his people and small nobles with little strength. In the next few days, when the Crusaders who had gone out to conquer the heretics returned, it would be a big drama for both sides to use their own methods to win over the factions.

...

Governor's Palace.

Lothar, who was full of heat, strode into the mansion.

Prajna stepped forward to help him remove his armor: "What is your impression of this king?"

"It's not bad. At least, he shouldn't be a person who likes to play tricks."

Lothar smiled: "If a cunning fox comes, I might be more wary."

He thought of the previous suspicion that Baldwin IV had about someone attacking little Baldwin (the son of Princess Sibera).

At that time, Baldwin IV had suspected the Anjou family, but now that he thinks about it, it probably wasn't the case, at least it wasn't the Lionheart King.

The throne of Jerusalem was worth coveting, but the Angevin family obviously did not invest much energy in it.

Otherwise, at least you have to lobby in the Holy Land. Although the Jerusalem royal family is also a member of the Anjou family, it does not mean that the Anjou family can only succeed to the throne after the death of the king.

"I don't want to be an enemy of this Lion-Hearted King, but I'm afraid I can't do it without being an enemy." The Lion-Hearted King will not be willing to accept others' orders, but it is absolutely impossible for Lothar to obey his orders.

Lothar changed into fresh and dry clothes and returned to the room.

...

In the world of combat records.

In the dark room, Lothar's voice suddenly sounded: "Miss."

"Who?"

Valentina frowned and said, "Losa?"

Her expression changed slightly, as if she had thought of something, and she sighed quietly: "Do you have any unresolved wishes?"

Lothar was stunned for a moment before she realized what she was doing. She couldn't help laughing and said, "Miss, you misunderstood. I'm not dead."

"Then you now."

Valentina was confused.

She actually couldn't sense where Lothar's voice came from.

Lothar explained: "Things are a bit complicated, miss. Do you still remember when you were in Saluzzo?"

"It turns out that person is really you!"

Valentina was a little surprised: "Yesterday's giant ship traveling in the long river of time is really amazing. So, Cellinina and the Knight of Radiance are now in your world?"

"Yes, that's right."

Lothar explained in detail, almost knowing everything.

"I really thought you were a member of our Saluzzo family, you liar!"

She emphasized her tone.

"Sorry, miss."

"Okay, stop calling me that. Can Nina say a few words to me?"

Lothar shook her head: "Sorry, Miss Valentina, I can only talk to you."

"Okay, Lothar, your proposal is actually very exciting. You have also seen that the Apennines and the wolf clan are just a muddy pond, but my family is here. You know, I can't leave everything behind to be with you. To another world. At least, not now."

Lothar smiled in relief and said, "I understand, miss."

He had expected Valentina's rejection.

the other side:

On the dangerous mountain road, Lothar's voice suddenly sounded: "Nia, I'm sorry, I'm late."

Lavinia, who was on her way, looked around with some surprise: "It's good to be here. Where are you? Why don't you come out and meet me."

"Nia, do you remember the other world I told you about?"

Lothar explained slowly.

Tell the truth, without any reservations.

Lavinia was silent for a moment and asked: "Losa, will there be a day when we can come back?"

"How else did I get here?"

Lavinia's voice was firm. She looked around and whispered: "Then take me away, Lothar. I am looking forward to the new world you mentioned. Maybe there, I can find a way to change the current situation of the wolf clan. .”

A golden glow filled the room.

The system prompts: You have activated a new milestone: Lord of the Wolf Pack (having at least five wolf followers with epic quality or above under his command)

Hans, Cellinina, Veneto, Lavinia, this milestone is easy to achieve, only the last one is left.

After a moment, the golden light converged and turned into Lavinia's slender figure.

Seeing Lothar, Lavinia felt a little more relaxed. She looked at Lothar carefully for a while, and couldn't help laughing and said: "So, your true appearance is like this."

"Better than before?"

"Fortunately, there's not much difference."

After Lavinia finished speaking, she suddenly realized something and frowned: "My power has become much weaker."

Before she came, her strength was probably at the level of elite, but after she came, she was at the first level again, not only becoming much weaker.

But soon, Lothar added gold coins, raising Lavinia's strength to the full level.

"Let's go meet everyone first."

Lothar said with a smile.