The Servant of the Magic Marks of Transmigration

Santo An, the capital of Hess Empire.

Its geographical location is not in the center of the empire's territory, but in the northerly position of the center of the country.

It itself is an old town with a rich history.Therefore, in many public construction and town planning, it is not as sound and convenient as some emerging big cities such as Pandesi.Before the establishment of the empire, Santo An was originally formed to support the two northern pass towns "Lagon" and "Sifang".The so-called pass refers to the pass that extends to both sides of the central elf circle mountain range that separates the north and the south on the Cyrus continent; the west side is guarded by Sifang, and the east side is guarded by Lagon.

At that time, the Hess Empire had not yet been unified, and the north was also fragmented due to the tribal system. In autumn and winter, some northern tribes often used strong force to invade the south through these two passes, and ran around to rob supplies.In order to defend their homeland, defensive forces gradually gathered in "Lagon" and "Sifang". Santo'an, which is located further back, forms an equilateral triangle relationship with these two cities geographically, and it is convenient for support. Therefore, Santo An became the backup city for these two towns.At the beginning, there were many church and light therapists here, and there were many large and small priests' clubs and ambulance homes, so the name still needs to have the religious connotation of the prefix "Holy".

However, due to the many business opportunities that followed the war, Santo’an gradually developed into a town with a very high population density in the Cyrus Continent even though it was under the shadow of the war and combined with important political and military locations.More than [-] years ago, the Hess family established their country by force, which is how they made their fortunes.After the founding of the country, there was no plan to move the capital, because the founding emperor Sharonk I had promised to the city lords who surrendered one after another in the south that their Hesi would continue to guard the first front line of the southern continent, and as long as they surrendered, they could enjoy The protection of the Hess army.

This declaration was quite in line with the needs of the masses when the empire was built.However, after more than ten years, the northern tribes came out with a powerful leader, unified the resources of the northern tribes, and began to conduct systematic transactions and commercial activities with the south, which greatly reduced the previously unorganized burning, killing, and looting (but sporadic still have).

But even if the long-awaited peace comes, the northern tribes at this time are just like the southern tribes after the unification, and they are more prosperous because of their gathering.Even if there is no formal war between the two sides, this kind of competitive development will all urge the North and the South to continue to consolidate their armed forces, and dare not slack off a bit to allow the other side to take advantage of it.

It's just that seven or eighty years have passed, and the wind-up has loosened a bit.When the residents living in the Hess Empire gradually got used to being surrounded by northerners, the leadership of the northern tribes was loosened due to the alternation of generations. In recent years, some tribes have begun to move around again. more serious.

But this happened to be the best stage for the new generation of the powerful Ward family of the Imperial Army to display their capabilities, referring to Gonzal Hess.Because the imperial general Ferson Ward, who is about to retire, is the grandfather of Gonza.And the continuous news of victory and military exploits made Gonza even more vocal in becoming the next heir to the throne, and even dissatisfied Emperor Hess.

For this reason, Hesti found an excuse to transfer Gonza into the city to take charge of security.Of course, he would not dare to use Gonza as an ordinary guard; Ferson Ward's power is still there, so Hestia's staff came up with a special inspector who is not in the existing system, so that Gonza can own the empire The police power over the city lords in the major cities is in the name of cracking down on cross-city and long-distance crimes; for example, the baby trafficking group actually keeps Gonzal in the city.

Whether Hestia's approach is wise or not will definitely be recorded in the history of the empire in the future, but as far as Ferson Ward is concerned, it is extremely stupid for Hestia to do so.

Gonza has no shortage of connections in the army, and now being "delegated" to the city by Hesti just gave Gonza the opportunity to make connections outside of the military.Although in terms of the power of the Wade family, the help to Gonza outside of the military is limited, but Hesty has forgotten his silent brother, the second prince.With the relationship between the two princes, it is really complicated among noble families, and it is all done under the covers.If he is willing, it will be a breeze to take advantage of this opportunity to strengthen connections for Gonza.

That's why Pound saw Gonza at the banquet at Potts' house.

If earlier, Gonza should have been stationed in Sifang or Lagon and other border places.

However, the above-mentioned changes, in the eyes of the nobles who have lived a comfortable life for five or sixty years, are at most gossip about power struggles. As for some conditions on the northern defense line, at least when Pound visited the capital for the "Midnight Gem" auction a while ago, the auction house The wealthy aristocrats in the country still eat and wear well, and live in a luxurious life, and they don't seem to have any worries at all.

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But this time, Pound and the others went to live in the capital Santo An a week before the competition.

Using this week, players have to survey the competition venue, confirm the surrounding elemental conditions, and make final adjustments and confirmations on the enchanted patterns on the armor and weapons.If possible, it would be better to find out some conditions and abilities of the other contestants in advance.The competition also knew the considerations of the contestants, and set up a place similar to a contestant's village in the luxurious dormitory of Rongguang Santo'an Academy early on, so that the contestants who came one after another could take a good rest.

This arrangement is just right for Pound who has a "condition" in his body.

The access control of Rongguang Santo'an College can be described as quite strict, and the defense around the contestants' village is even more guarded. The security is better than their residence in Pandexi. Even the Gonzalians who followed, They are also stationed far outside Santo An Academy.If it wasn't for a group action this time, Pound really wanted to bring the two little ones with him.

Incidentally, to mention the two little ones at home, Pang De entrusted Langser and his friends; that is, the young fighters of the new generation of Beastmen, to help guard the house. The speed of the warning and the orcs, holding the small one and using the teleportation scroll to escape, should be enough to ensure safety, and the teleportation destination is set in Sasha thousands of miles away; the seaside hut, I believe the assassins will not be able to catch up there .

However, these safe and sound measures mentioned above do not seem to have improved Funk's mood recently.

After listening to Pound's account of how they "met" the real story, Funk has been unable to let go.Sometimes Funk just stood there in a daze, and sometimes Funk looked at Pound and became hesitant to speak, but the biggest difference was that Funk was no longer close to Pound.Whether in public or alone in a room, funk no longer holds Pound in his arms, not even at night while sleeping.On the first morning when Pound woke up alone on the double bed, he had to be quite surprised.

Pound asked Funk so weirdly, but Funk kept silent.Seeing Funk's frustrated and disappointed look, as if he was more angry with himself (although judging by his appearance, he seemed more angry with Pound), Pound thought about what was wrong, and after much deliberation It's just what I said before.

But knowing that makes any difference?Pound couldn't understand funk.Even if he may have an older brother named Gonza; he has some relatives with some high-ranking nobles, this will not change his decision so far.

But Pound ignored the difference between how he sees himself and how others see himself.

Especially with the fact of royal blood, Funk suddenly felt an unprecedented sense of inferiority.

Because Funk originally thought he could "fix" the damage he had done to Bond after their first accidental night.So he decided to do his best to treat Pound well, and he would try his best to give Pound what he wanted, whether it was money or wealth.And this premise is that he can do it, and he will be willing to work hard.

But Pound's new identity, a heir of the Hess Empire, made everything seem to have another explanation.

It turned out that Pound should have gotten more, if there was no accident that night.

With Pound's ability; from the talent for comprehending magic to the judgment of the world, it is not an exaggeration to say that he is talented.

Funk accompanied Pound all the way, watching from the side, looking at Pound with admiration and exclamation.It also reminds Funk that almost every decision, big or small, has been made by Bond since the two of them met.

This made his original determination seem ridiculous in this comparison.

Because in fact, I didn't help Pound much, but everything he had seemed to be thanks to Pound.

If Pound was a commoner with the same status as him, Funk would be willing to work harder to fulfill his promise.

But if Pound's starting point and possibility are different from his own, Funk doubts his own existence, and it will only be some kind of obstacle for Pound.

As soon as this kind of thought popped up, it deepened Funk's depression and brought him more self-blame.

Because there was another reason why the funks had always thought their first night was a mere accident.

But it turned out that from Pound's standpoint, he was actually an important accomplice in the whole conspiracy.

Even though he fell into the trap, the harm he did to Pound that night was real.

So, as the perpetrator, what qualifications do you have to ask to be with Pound?

I can't do anything, he...is he really worthy of Pound?

Many entanglements have been fused into the last two questions.

With these questioning funks in his head, he didn't dare to touch Pound anymore.

But...he can't touch it, but it doesn't mean others can.

Funk Hei looked at one of the fire magicians among the five contestants on this trip with a sullen face, and used words to tease Pound for the first time.After Pound followed the instructions of the head of the school, he used the light-type "activating spell" to optimize the physical conditions of these players.

"Your Excellency Hess, after using the activating spell, my whole body feels really comfortable, it's amazing, and I feel very relaxed." The fire magician lay lazily on the soft chair, "Just these few nights, thinking about the battle strategy has always made me I can't stop in my head. So I thought, before I go to bed, could I trouble Your Excellency Hess to come to my room again and help me take care of myself?"

Pound glanced lightly at the young man named Ender in front of him.

"The revitalizing spell is actually more of a boosting effect, so it's not suitable at night."

"Wouldn't it be nice for His Excellency Hess to chat with me more then? We can get to know each other. I'm quite interested in the rumored basilisk mission." Ender salivated as he leaned forward.

Because it was a therapy activity, Inst asked Pang De to move to the players' respective rooms to do it alone.

Pound retreated a little and stood up, "I will tell Lord Potts. As the task leader, he must be very happy to explain to Lord Ender."

Unexpectedly, Ander took Pound's hand and squeezed it.

"But it's not him I'm interested in, it's you."

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