Law of the Devil

The carriage is on its way to Kot Province. Du Wei was sitting in the carriage. Opposite him was a middle-aged man with a respectful expression. This man was dressed in a gorgeous robe with a golden belt around his waist. He was obviously dressed like an aristocrat, but his skin color But he was slightly dark, and his figure was rather burly, with thick fingers and knuckles—all these were despised by the orthodox and proud nobles. Pale complexion and a long, slender figure were the coveted things of a true proud nobleman.

And this guy... looks a little more rude.

This person is none other than a nephew of Old Munes, the Minister of Finance of the Roland Empire. He also served in the army, and was later transferred to the Imperial Supervision Office as a deputy commander and a baron.

After donating 50 million gold coins for military expenses, Du Wei received the royal decree of pardon from the Luo Lin family. This time he went south to his hometown in Luo Lin Plain to announce this important event in person.

And this guy who was traveling with him, as an official of the Imperial Supervision Office, was the one who was ordered by the regent to convey the pardon.

... Actually, the reason why this person was sent to Luolin Plain with Du Wei also had another meaning. This guy is the nephew of the Minister of Finance, Munes, and the Rowling family has a marriage contract with the family of the Minister of Finance. Du Wei's younger brother, and the granddaughter of the Minister of Finance, got engaged very early, but only later. The Luo Lin family collapsed, so no one mentioned this matter again - originally, if the Luo Lin family had no hope of recovery, then this marriage contract might be voided. After all, the members of the Luo Lin family are not fools. They will not think that their family has collapsed and they can still marry the granddaughter of the state finance minister of the empire.

The relationship between the two has gradually become indifferent. But this time, the pardon signed by the regent personally gave the Rowling family hope to make a comeback—although the old Earl Raymond’s political career was over, because the pardon signed by the regent only agreed to restore the Rowling family’s title. At the same time, the Rowling family is allowed to decide the successor of the next Earl. but. Earl Raymond's official position has not been restored, and even the constraint of never being hired on him has nowhere to go. After all, he was once one of the leaders of the coup d'état. Such a great crime cannot be pardoned. Otherwise, wouldn't the regent slap himself?

Although it is impossible for old Raymond to come out of the mountain again, little Gabriel is unanimously favored by everyone! This little guy, known as a genius in the imperial capital since he was a child, was originally very smart. Now I got the news that the Luo Lin family's title has been restored... What's more, he has a brother who is currently very popular, the Duke of Tulip! In the future, when this little guy becomes an adult, his official career can be said to be bright!

Under such circumstances, repairing the relationship with the Luo Lin family has become a top priority for Minister of Finance Munes. This time, his nephew will go to the Luo Lin Plain with Du Wei. The pardon, another important thing, is represented by the goodwill of the chancellor's family. Restoring the relationship with the Rowling family - and at the same time preparing to bring up the old matter again, hoping that the marriage contract between the two families can be maintained, and at the same time meeting little Gabriel, the future Lord Earl of the Rowling family. Let's see if this little guy is still that good...

The carriage went all the way south, under the urging of Du Wei's returning home like an arrow. He ran all the way without stopping, and the nephew of the chancellor of the exchequer was very cooperative and did not raise any opinions.

Du Wei had a good impression of this guy. This guy used to serve in the army of the empire. He was not the kind of dandy nobleman, but he was rather masculine. Although he had been working hard all the way, he didn't show any dissatisfaction.

Finally, on this day, they reached the Emerald River—that is, the Luolin River. Du Wei knew that if he crossed this river, he had officially entered the Luolin Plain. He couldn't help but recall the scene when he first came here, the guard cavalry of Luo Lin's family, cheered and shouted Go home.

Home... here, it should be regarded as my own home.

Grand Duke, after crossing this river, you will arrive at the territory of Luo Lin's family. The guest in the carriage asked with a smile.

Du Wei nodded, but he said politely: Baron Kepu, this is not the Luolin Plain, but the Cote Province. Kepu smiled: It's not the same, you are too polite, wait for this After the promulgation of the amnesty decree, this place became the Luolin Plain again. After a pause, he continued: Before I came, my uncle Munes also told me that the Luolin Plain is fertile and the scenery is very good. With such a territory, why should the Luo Lin family not prosper.

Du Wei knew that this guy was ordered to mend the relationship, so after hearing his compliment, he didn't say anything, just smiled.

They continued on their way, and on the fifth day of the journey, they arrived at the castle of the Luo Lin family where Du Wei had lived for a year.

It's just that the Luo Lin family's private guard barracks, which was stationed outside the castle, had been dismantled long ago. The carriage came all the way outside the castle on the road, and there was no Luo Lin family's guard cavalry to greet them. The surroundings seemed very quiet, even In the past...

Alas, I remember when I was there, at this time, there were still many soldiers on vacation playing football on the grass next to the road.

At this time, Rodriguez's voice came from outside: Your Excellency, we are here.

Du Wei opened the car window, looked at the towering Rowling family's castle, and the tall tower... he couldn't help but sighed.

Mother, I still haven't let you down, the Luo Lin family... was finally restored by me!

The carriage team entered the castle, and it was still the old housekeeper Hill who came out to greet him. After Du Wei jumped out of the car, the old housekeeper's face seemed a little excited——Du Wei had already photographed the advance knights to arrive first along the way. They must have known about the matter of coming back this time.

Sure enough, the old butler had just finished saluting the young master when he heard a joyful and pleasantly surprised voice from the gate of the castle: Brother!!!

Then, a boy rushed out. He jumped on Du Wei's body. Du Wei laughed, hugged his younger brother vigorously, and then pulled him away for a closer look.

I haven't seen him in the past two years, and this brother seems to have grown up a lot. His body has also become stronger and stronger, but now he is wearing a white samurai training uniform with a short sword on his waist. He already has the temperament of the heir of the Luo Lin Wuxun family. .

Du Wei knew that this was not a place to reminisce about the old days, so he introduced the popular science baron, and then looked inside: Where's mother?

Gabriel showed a trace of worry on his brows: Mother is in the room... Father is not feeling well recently. Mother is with him in the room. Besides, mother was going to come down to see you, but because some distinguished guests came, mother said She is a family member, it is inconvenient to come out to greet guests, it is not in accordance with etiquette.

Afterwards, Gabriel coughed, stood with his hands down, and said to Baron Science, This is Mr. Science from the Imperial Supervision Office? I already know why you came. I'm just sorry. My father is ill and cannot come down. Welcome.

Not feeling well? Du Wei frowned slightly, and then he was polite to Ke Pu, and said: Baron Ke Pu, I'm sorry, in this case, please come with me to the room to see my father, the pardon is also Read it in the room.

Science does not care about these. Quickly nodded in agreement.

Afterwards, Du Wei and Ke Pu, led by Gabriel, entered the castle. Came upstairs to the master bedroom.

As soon as he opened the door, Du Wei heard a heavy cough coming from the room. This voice made Du Wei's heart skip a beat—Father, it seems that he is seriously ill.

Pushing the door open, one can see a big bed in the middle of the room. The old Earl Raymond was lying there. His originally stalwart and burly body seemed to have lost a lot of weight. He looked like an old and skinny lion. It was sunken in, and even the eyes that had been shining before seemed a little cloudy...

Seeing this, Du Wei couldn't help feeling a little bitter: Father, you're already so old?

It seems that he was dismissed from all official positions and lost his ancestral title and territory. Although his father was lucky enough to survive and returned to his hometown, he must be extremely guilty of himself in his heart! As the patriarch of the Luo Lin family, the Luo Lin family must have ruined his father who took the family as his own responsibility in his generation. It must have been very painful in the past two years. The famous general of the empire in the past has now become a weak and sick man...

The Countess was standing beside the bed. In Du Wei's eyes, this mother was still as beautiful as ever. Although her eyes had already been wrinkled, and time had gradually invaded her beauty, she wore light makeup and was just as beautiful as before. Standing there so quietly, looking into his own eyes, the tenderness and kindness in his eyes made Du Wei's heart burn immediately.

He took a deep breath, strode into the room, then knelt down on one knee beside the bed: Father! Mother! I'm back!

The countess showed a trace of deep love on her face, she walked up, gently hugged her son's head, and gently stroked Du Wei's hair with her slender fingers, without saying a word, she just looked at herself quietly to son.

Count Raymond, who was on the bed, struggled to sit up, looked at his son kneeling in front of the bed, coughed a few times, then sighed, and said in a low voice, Du Wei...you have worked hard these two years.

Afterwards, Baron Cope also came in, and after greeting the two, he read out the pardon signed by the Prince Regent in front of Earl Raymond's hospital bed.

After reading it, the old Earl Raymond's eyes suddenly burst into an astonishing look! At this moment, he seemed to have returned to the famous general of the empire that led the expedition in the past. He took a deep breath: Unexpectedly, my Luo Lin family will recover one day! He looked at his eldest son , said in a low voice: Du Wei! Thank you! Otherwise, the Luo Lin family will be doomed in my hands. I'm afraid that even if I die, I won't be able to forgive myself!

Baron Cope smiled and said: Raymond...you and I are old acquaintances. This time, it is the Duke of Tulip's credit! Speaking of which, you and I are family friends. Uncle greetings.

Earl Raymond smiled: Well, Baron Cope, please help me convey my thanks to Lord Munes.

Ke Pu said again: It's just a pity. Old friend, your official title cannot be restored. I think you can understand this. The regent restored the title of Luo Lin's family. This time I am here besides issuing a pardon. One thing is, regarding the ownership of the earl title of the Luo Lin family, please decide on the heir to the title. When I go back, I will take it back and report it to the Lord Regent and the royal family... After all, the Luo Lin family is also considered A branch of the royal family.

heir? Who else but little Gabriel? This is just a passing scene.

Old Raymond smiled, and then politely asked the special envoy to rest in the best guest room.

When there were only four members of the family left in the room, Earl Raymond showed a heavy expression on his face: Du Wei, I didn't need you to come for the issue of the imperial decree. Since you are back, you must Are there other important things?

Du Wei nodded. His expression was not relaxed: Father... indeed, there is something important. Well, I came back this time, on the one hand, for the pardon order, and on the other hand, to seek the support of the family! After my brother became the earl, I need the full support of the Luo Lin family! And the family's private army...

Before he finished speaking, Earl Raymond suddenly smiled, and interrupted: Okay. Don't rush to talk about these things now. Du Wei, I am very weak and need to rest. If there is anything, we will talk about it tomorrow. Talk about it.

Du Wei froze for a moment. Then he smiled and nodded: Okay, father, then tonight I...

He originally said that he would go back to his room to rest tonight. But he wasn't done yet. Count Raymond suddenly said, No, you can't go back to your room to sleep tonight!

You sleep in the study tonight! Earl Raymond looked at his son, his eyes flickered, and said word by word: This is our tradition!

Pass on...tradition?

Du Wei couldn't help being a little weird, the tradition is right... But, I am no longer the heir of the Luo Lin family!

But looking at his father on the hospital bed, Du Wei didn't raise any objections, but went out obediently. The old butler, Hill, has already prepared everything.

Tonight, Du Wei is still sleeping in the castle's study.

Count Raymond left Gabriel in the room.

He looked at his youngest son, and suddenly felt guilty on his face: Gabriel, do you feel dissatisfied with my decision?

Gabriel's young face was full of determination: No, father, I think all your decisions are correct..

You are very smart, my son. Count Raymond suddenly stretched out his hand, summoned his younger son to the bed, and gently stroked his face: But, I don't think you can lead the family to glory. Therefore, my decision remains the same. Yes: You will inherit my title of earl. But... the position of patriarch, I decided to let Du Wei hold it!

Gabriel didn't have any objections. In the eyes of the young Gabriel, following his elder brother was a matter of course.

My body, I know very well, I won't live long. Old Raymond seemed to smile, and beside him, his wife's eyes conveyed deep pain. Old Raymond gently held his wife's hand, then looked down at his youngest son: Gabriel, remember my words, don't forget them for the rest of your life, remember them forever!

...Father, what?

Your brother! Old Raymond's tone was unprecedentedly serious: Follow him! Follow him all your life, be by his side, and be loyal to him! In the study room, he paid attention to the tall bookcases around the room, and then looked at the wall. Those oil paintings—that’s where I discovered Semel back then.

I'm going to live in the study again tonight...but what my father said just now.

Tradition... The tradition of the Luo Lin family is that only the patriarch or the heir must live in the study for the first night when returning to the castle. (This tradition was introduced earlier in this book).

But I... Now, in terms of name and identity, I am no longer a member of Luo Lin's family.

In the study, the servants had brought food and water, and when the door was closed, Du Wei was left alone.

Back then when I lived here alone, I was still a young master who had no power and power and fell out of favor. But now, he is already a successful duke, and with just one word, he can summon tens of thousands of people to die for him!

Looking at the oil paintings on the wall, Du Wei suddenly smiled.

This is the beginning of my series of adventures! I don't know if I will encounter any interesting things tonight....