The cute pet of the empire

On the flat and clean streets of Royce, there are thin snowflakes. The statue of the king on the central square, after several years of wind and sun, is no longer as brand new as it was before, but it has more An indescribable taste.

The fountains around the statue were frozen. A white leopard was standing on the ice, looking up at the statue of the king in front of him.

"Meow~! Mao Xiaohua!" A yellow tabby cat jumped onto the ice and swept the leopard with its tail, "I heard that those people are planning to go on an expedition again?"

Mao Xiaohua turned her head, looked at her friend Rhubarb who had been staying in the palace to catch mice, and nodded: "Yes, I heard that they plan to go on an expedition against Shah."

"I heard that those people have prepared a lot of things. Will they...will they bring the cat?"

"Cat?" Mao Xiaohua shook her head, shaking off the snow that fell on her ears, remembering Luo Huan's plan a few days ago, "Sure, there are mice in the army, and you will go with the army .”

After a while, Mao Xiaohua said again: "Not only you, but many people...will set off with Luo Huan this time. This will be...a real expedition!"

"Meow~!" Rhubarb was a little excited when he heard the news. It stepped on the snow in front of it with its paws, and then jumped on Mao Xiaohua's back. A cat that went abroad with an army!"

The white leopard let out a low growl, swept the snow off the sculpture's boots with its furry tail, and walked towards the palace.

Soon, in a deserted alley, the white leopard turned into a human form. He miraculously wore a snow-white fur coat, held a yellow tabby cat in his arms, and walked towards the gate of Royce Palace. .

After being able to change between humans and leopards at will, Mao Xiaohua has discovered more characteristics of herself, such as the use of her fur, which can be changed into leather clothes or just hidden according to her needs.

This makes it easier for him to change, and he doesn't have to run around naked anymore-at least not in snowy days.

The black-haired young man was wearing a white fur coat, which made his face fairer and more tender. When he walked to the gate of the palace, the guards greeted him with smiles: "Are you out shopping again? Your Majesty just now Still looking for you!"

Mao Xiaohua grinned, showing a row of white teeth, and walked towards Luo Huan's office.

Luo Huan's office is still decorated as it was back then. There are two daggers hanging on the wall, and silver armor on a human-shaped clothes hanger. The fire in the fireplace is burning brightly. The four seasons are like spring.

Luo Huan was wearing a red robe trimmed with gold, and was sitting in front of the desk, reviewing official documents with a quill.

His expression was very serious, and the snow light came in through the window, outlining his profile with sharp edges and corners.

Hearing the sound of footsteps, Luo Huan raised his head, his handsome and serious face showed a smile at this moment, and he waved to Mao Xiaohua: "Come on!"

So the yellow tabby cat in Mao Xiaohua's arms ran away with a snort, leaving space for the two of them to be alone.

Mao Xiaohua walked up to Luo Huan, stood beside him, lowered her head slightly, stretched her neck, and kissed Luo Huan.

After the deep kiss, Luo Huan rubbed the hair of the person in front of him, and there was a trace of doting reproach in his voice: "It's such a cold day, you went to the square again?"

Mao Xiaohua smiled: "Yes, there is not even a painter today, and there is no chance for someone to draw a group photo for me."

Luo Huan smiled slightly. Although the leopard has become a human after all these years, some habits and preferences have not changed at all.

Thinking of this, Luo Huan's heart fluttered again, he stood up, put his arms around Mao Xiaohua's waist, and kissed again.

"Your Majesty!" The kiss was interrupted, Luo Huan looked towards the opened door, and saw his mother Perik standing outside accompanied by guards.

Mao Xiaohua quickly took a step back, although everyone knew about his relationship with Luo Huan now, but in front of her mother, she had better not be too arrogant.

Luo Huan was also a little surprised that Perik would come to him at this time. He was in a good mood today and didn't mind his mother interrupting his kiss, so he asked with a smile, "Mom, what's the matter?"

Perik walked into the room and glanced at Mao Xiaohua who was standing aside, with a complicated look in his eyes.It seems to be dissatisfied, but it seems to be happy.

Mao Xiaohua bowed her head, said goodbye to Luo Huan, and walked out of his office.

Perik walked around Luo Huan's office before sitting down. Luo Huan noticed that when his mother sat down, the flesh on her belly had piled up.

It seems that during the year and a half of his expedition to El, Perik lived a good life and gained weight.

"I heard that you have decided to fight the Shah Empire and plan to go on another expedition?" Perik asked.

Luo Huan nodded: "Yes, mother, this battle will happen sooner or later. I will inherit my father's behest and spread my footprints all over the world."

"So... have you considered who will stay with Royce?" Perik asked.

This question made Luo Huan feel very awkward. He thought that Perik came here to oppose his expedition.

"Does mother have any thoughts on this matter?" Luo Huan asked. Of course, he did not plan to take Perik with him on this expedition. As for the candidate to stay in Royce, it would be best if his mother could be satisfied.

After all, he also hoped that his mother could live a more comfortable life, although there had been a lot of unhappiness between the two of them.

"What do you think of Filger?" Perik said casually, "He is your elder brother, he is also very capable, and he is a person you can trust. After all... no matter where your footsteps go, Royce It’s all your hometown. It’s better to give your hometown to your relatives than to others.”

"Ferjie?" Luo Huan lowered his head in thought, and after a while, he shook his head, "No, he has a very important position in the army, he is in charge of the heavy cavalry, and we cannot leave him in every battle. And it is precisely because he is My brother, I can't lack such a right-hand man. He is not suitable..."

There was a hint of disappointment on Perik's face, but it passed by for a moment, and he didn't say anything more, just lowered his head and played with the ruby ​​ring on his hand.

"Don't worry, mother, I will find a suitable candidate to stay with Royce." Luo Huan said.

"So...you haven't thought about getting married yet?" Perik suddenly changed the subject, she raised her head and looked at Luo Huan, "Although I don't object to you finding a partner, but...you are the king after all, now Having already ruled the entire Luna and El, such a huge territory needs an heir. But that person just now cannot give you an heir."

Luo Huan frowned slightly. This was indeed a problem, but...he didn't think too much about it.

After all, he is only 22 years old now, still very young.

And his footsteps are by no means limited to giving birth to children.

"Let's talk about this matter later!" Luo Huan stood up and walked out, intending to end the conversation. "I'm going to Alanwei to visit Professor Asdoratu of the academy."

Luo Huan picked up his cloak, tied it on his shoulders casually, walked out of the room, greeted his personal guards, and set off on the same day, running towards Alanwei.

Because there were few people going, Luo Huan was in a hurry, and on the fourth night, he still arrived at Alanwei.

Luo Huan first went to see Lan Rada in Alanwei, and told him to call up the army, and he was going to set off for the frontier in half a month. He also met with the governor of Alanwei and a few of his cronies. Mao Xiaohua walked towards Alanwei College.

The professors of Alanwei College were not idle in this somewhat cold winter. All of them had excited expressions on their faces, and most of their discussions were about the mysterious El.

There are still many salutes who are relocating themselves, because Luo Huan built a new port city in Er with his own name. In just half a year, Alecian City has become a communication center for transportation and culture. All the professors are looking forward to there, and they are going to Alec's permanent residency in Ancheng.

When Luo Huan led the white leopard to the small building where Asdoratu was, Asdoratu was also packing his luggage, and was excitedly planning to go to El.

This professor's hair and beard are all white this year, and beside him are standing a middle-aged man who is swollen from the cold, and a young man who is not afraid of the severe cold.

As soon as Asdoratu saw Luo Huan coming, he walked up happily, first rubbed Mao Xiaohua's head, and then said: "Luo Huan, you came just in time, I was about to tell you about this! "

Luo Huan was slightly taken aback: "I also have something to come to you, Teacher! For this expedition, my army lacks scientists, doctors, and mathematicians who measure stars. I hope Teacher can follow me on the expedition to Shah!"

Asdoratu looked at Luo Huan with a smile, and stroked his white beard: "No, I'm getting old, and I can't do the expedition. I plan to settle in El, in the warm Alec Ancheng continued my research, look, my things have been packed!"

Luo Huan was slightly disappointed when he heard this answer, but he didn't say much.

Asdoratu is indeed a bit older, he is almost sixty this year, and it may be a bit difficult for this old man to travel long distances to fight and camp.

Seeing Luo Huan's expression, Asdoratu laughed again. He patted Luo Huan's shoulder and said to him, "But don't be discouraged. I'll introduce you to a few people. They are more suitable for your expedition team !"

Luo Huan was refreshed for a while, and looked at the two or three young people beside Asdoratu.

"This is my student and assistant, his name is Su Lide, you should know him!" Asdoratus pulled a red-haired young man, "He is very accomplished in mathematics and astronomy, even better than me. He is very good at surveying the marching route of the army and observing the astrology."

Luo Huan reached out his hand and shook hands with Su Lide.

Su Lide glanced vigilantly at the white leopard following Luo Huan, stretched out his hand tremblingly, and immediately separated from Luo Huan.

Luo Huan could see that Su Lide seemed to be afraid of Mao Xiaohua, so he smiled slightly and explained: "It has a good personality and is my best friend. You don't need to be afraid of it."

Mao Xiaohua stretched out her paw, wanting to express her friendliness to the red-haired scientist.

Su Lide's face became a little pale, and he stretched out his hand cautiously, touched Mao Xiaohua's furry paw, and immediately retracted, "Yes... I'm sorry... I think I will get used to being with leopards... getting along with leopards ..."

Mao Xiaohua flicked her tail and rolled her eyes at Su Lide.

After such a long time, it was the first time he saw someone who was so afraid of himself.So he cracked his mouth at Su Lide as if playing a prank, showing his teeth.

Su Lide immediately began to tremble all over, and took two steps back. In his heart, this legendary beast that accompanied Luo Huan was not cute at all... Not only is it not cute, but it is also a very terrifying beast...

Su Lide's appearance made the people around him burst into laughter.

The red-haired young man's whole face flushed immediately, a little annoyed and a little embarrassed.Can't people be afraid of leopards?Who stipulated it!

After introducing Sulid, Asdoratu pointed to the middle-aged man beside him whose nose was red because of the cold: "This is the doctor from El a few days ago. He is amazing. At least his medical skills are better than ours. The biologists at the School of Health Sciences are much smarter."

The middle-aged man with red nose immediately stepped forward and saluted Luo Huan: "Your Majesty, my name is Mo Ce, and I came to Alanwei a month ago out of curiosity."

Luo Huan nodded to Mo Ce. He had long heard that El's doctors are extraordinary. They make good use of herbs, with a hint of mystery. They can even judge a person's illness just by looking at them.

"Not only does he have a lot of research on various diseases of humans, but he is also very good at various diseases of leopards. Not only that, he can also perform operations and suture various wounds. He should be the doctor you need most. .”

Asdoratu introduced the doctor from El with an admiring tone.

"In addition to these, I think your army should also need some singers, screenwriters, and poets." Asdoratu said, "These people can provide entertainment for the expeditionary army and relieve the hardship and fatigue of the expedition. You draw up a list and you can examine them yourself."

Luo Huan nodded, took the list from Asdoratu's hand, glanced at it briefly, and put it in his arms.

Because it was the first time for Er's expedition, Luo Huan didn't have much experience, and some emergencies in the army were very difficult to deal with.

This time, facing the more powerful enemy Shah, with the experience of the expedition to El, Luo Huan strives to be the best and prepares the most.

Ten days later, he personally inspected the list of Alanwei, and took away a large number of scientists, poets, painters, doctors, and various scholars from here, and asked them to go to Royce to stand by.

Immediately afterwards, he went to Corinth, confiscated warships and armor, and took away a large number of blacksmiths and foundry workers in Pennese to build and develop weapons.

After everything was ready, Luo Huancai returned to Royce again, and met a very important person in Royce.

Mamello, known as the Panther God, from El.

Ma Munro is Ma Tuo's father, and half a year after Luo Huan took over El, he finally found him out of the dungeon.

This is the only one who has been to the Temple of the Leopard and stayed there for several years.

It is also passed down from ancient times, training leopards for the royal family, and studying the offspring of those who mutated leopards.

Mamonro is 43 years old this year. He has short curly hair, black eyes, strong muscles, and a messenger bird resting on his shoulder all the year round.

Luo Huan sent him to be Mao Xiaohua's deputy, responsible for training the Leopard Army.

After everything was ready, Luo Huan took this expeditionary army with 4 infantry phalanxes, 6 heavy cavalry, [-] light cavalry, [-] scholars, doctors, artists, poets, musicians, and nearly The [-]-person auxiliary arms food transport team set off in a mighty manner, and arrived at the border town bordering Shah, ready to fight at any time.

Rhubarb is also in the expedition team this time. It is responsible for catching mice in the army's grain transport team. When the army slowly walked through the gate of Royce, the yellow tabby cat was a little excited in those grain trucks. Jumping up and down, it finally jumped into the arms of the black-haired young man in white fur, and let out a "meow ~!" sound, as if to say: "Mao Xiaohua! Our journey has really begun!"