The Troubles of the Holy Maiden [Comprehensive]

It was night, and Camelot's castle was holding a grand birthday party to celebrate the 16-year-old coming-of-age ceremony of the lord's heir.

The well-dressed guests gathered in the banquet hall to toast together to congratulate the lord's heir, Master Al.

Artoria is wearing a blue and white knight formal dress, which sets off her tall and tall figure. The dress makes her look even more handsome, making the girls present blushing secretly look at this handsome and handsome Young knight.

She politely returned the salute to all the guests and delivered a thank-you speech. No one praised her for her elegant posture and extraordinary conversation.

Fran, still cloaked in magical illusions, was present as the lord.Over the years, although she used her true colors in front of close people, Fran would add a magic illusion barrier to herself on all formal occasions. The exchange of spells with Merlin improved her illusion magic a lot. It doesn't take much effort to bless myself with illusion all the time.

Fran was relieved to see Arturia perform with ease, smiling like a kind old father.The guests around her were also willing to please the lord, praising the excellence of Al, the heir, in different ways.

Merlin squeezed over at some point, and used a small spell to guide the people around Fran away.

Fran looked at Merlin helplessly: "Don't just use magic on ordinary people." Although she doesn't like being surrounded by people, that's all.

Merlin shrugged: "It's just a small illusion, it doesn't affect it."

Fran didn't want to pursue it, and then changed the subject: "Why, there are so many beautiful girls here today, haven't you turned into a butterfly?"

Merlin laughed: "The girls have all gone to see your precious son, so I won't make fun of myself." Then he turned his head, looked at Fran seriously, and said softly: "Besides, the most beautiful girl, isn't it Are you with me?"

Fran glanced at Merlin speechlessly. He was still wearing an illusion barrier, so he could say such words. "Okay, what are you looking for me for?"

Merlin's eyes widened innocently, and he said, "Can't I come to you if I have nothing to do? What about our friendship for so many years?"

Seeing that Fran didn't speak, Merlin just looked at him silently, rubbed his nose for fun and said, "I want to ask you, what are your plans when Artoria fulfills her wish and can be alone?"

Fran didn't expect that Merlin was going to ask this question. After thinking about it for a while, Al still had two Command Seals in his hands. If he didn't use them, he would have nothing to do, and he could arrange them by himself.So he said: "Probably traveling around, studying different magic spells, collecting some research materials and so on."

Upon hearing this answer, Merlin's expression became a little cheerful, and he asked softly, "Then, are you willing to go to Avalon?"

Fran was a little surprised: "Avalon? You mean Utopia? Isn't there a legend there?"

Merlin said sweetly: "It's not a legend. It's the place where goblins and magical races live. It's protected by a barrier so it's isolated from the outside world. That's why it's called a place of legends, the so-called ideal land of eternal isolation. But if someone You can find it and enter it." He blinked mischievously, and then said, "How is it? Avalon is a mage's paradise, and I have a mage tower there."

Fran laughed: "Mage Tower? I can't see that Merlin's family is really rich. Why, are you inviting me to be a guest?"

Merlin smiled and agreed: "Yes, yes, I'm inviting you. After everything is over, do you want to go to Avalon with me? It's very interesting."

Fulan was also very interested in the legendary Utopia, so she responded with a smile: "Okay, then you have to treat me well."

Merlin happily waved his staff: "Of course, it's a deal."

Just as the two chatted for a while, Fran drove away the chattering Merlin.Just as he was about to rest for a while, a voice came from the side.

"grown ups."

Fran looked aside and saw a young man walking towards him.The young man has dark hair and pupils, wears a knight's gown, is very tall and tall, with deep and handsome features, like a sword out of his body, but his temperament is gentle and elegant, and his manners are polite.

Fran greeted with a smile: "Lancelot, why don't you go dancing?"

Lancelot smiled shyly: "Oh, I'm too clumsy to take part in such fine things."

Fran looked at Lancelot's young boy's expression, and couldn't help laughing: "Huh? Our first knight would say that he is clumsy, and your defeated generals will probably spurn your hypocrisy. What, Don't you know how to get along with beautiful girls? I still remember how you were surrounded by girls at your coming-of-age ceremony last year. Are you still not used to it? You won't be able to court girls like this."

Lancelot said with a helpless smile, "I can't help it. I'm probably not suitable for these occasions. My lord, I see that you haven't eaten. Would you like me to bring you some food?"

Fran was a little helpless at Lancelot's worried look, and replied: "No Lancelot, I don't want to eat yet, you don't mind me, go play with the young people." She raised her hand and patted Lancelot's shoulder, and said: "You are young, you don't have to be too calm and reliable, go and play."

While talking with Lancelot, suddenly a servant ran over.

The attendant whispered a few words to Fran, and Fran frowned slightly.Lancelot has been paying attention to Fran's expression, seeing that she is unhappy, he asked with concern: "What's the matter, what happened?"

Fran's expression had returned to calm, and she said to Lancelot: "It's nothing, the king's envoy has arrived, and I'm going to meet it now, Lancelot, please tell Al so that she doesn't have to worry, I probably know the reason." " She paused, and then said: "Let Al prepare to receive the envoy, he should come with the king's order. It's not a good thing, but maybe it's not a bad thing either, let her control her emotions .”

After hearing this, Lancelot's expression became a little worried, but he still nodded.

By the time Fran received the king's envoy and welcomed him into the banquet hall, Artoria had already informed the guests present and made arrangements.

The guests saluted and greeted the king's envoy one after another, expressing their respect for the king.Due to the strength of Camelot, the envoy was not arrogant, but he did not show acquaintance and hospitality to the people present.

After a while of greetings, the envoy expressed his wish to read the king's will and asked the lord to convey it down.

"His Majesty King Futigeng has a decree."

"Within three months from today, all male youths aged 26 to [-] in the kingdom must go to the capital to take the swordsman test. Those who fail to take the test after the deadline will be arrested if they are found."

After the envoy finished speaking, the audience became lively. Everyone discussed the meaning of this order in low voices, and people kept asking the envoy.

Fran looked at Artoria, her face was calm, as if this decree had nothing to do with her, but Fran still noticed that her right hand was clenched into a fist, and she probably had some guesses in her heart.

After the banquet was over, Fran sat in the study, reading the document of the order.Sure enough, after a while, Artoria, Lancelot, and Merlin all came over.

Arturia sat on the chair in silence, while Lancelot looked around anxiously, hesitating to speak.Only Merlin was still smiling heartlessly.

Fran broke the calm by speaking: "Merlin, you did this, right?"

Everyone looked at Merlin in unison.

Merlin smiled without saying a word, neither admitting nor denying.

Fran rubbed her brows, and said, "A few days ago, the spies of the capital sent news. Al, you also know about this. The water level in the inner lake of the capital has dropped and it has completely dried up." She paused, and then said: "Thinking about it, the holy sword at the bottom of the lake has been revealed, and the inexplicable drop in the lake water. The appearance of Wang Xuan's sword probably touched Futigeng's sensitive nerves. He must not be able to pull out the holy sword, and of course he can't use it. This time the so-called swordsman The test is actually to make all the young people of the right age draw their swords and find out the destined king and his destined enemy."

Artoria closed her eyes lightly, and continued in a calm tone: "16 to 26 years old, young male, he suspects that Arthur is still alive."

Lancelot looked at Artoria and said: "The king's army did not find the little prince and princess who disappeared in the coup. It has been rumored among the people that they are still alive, but they just changed their identities and hid, waiting for an opportunity to take revenge. Help Tigen only has one daughter, no matter how you look at it, the most legal heir of this country is the eldest son of King Uther, the heir of the blood of the dragon, Prince Arthur, who is also known to be able to use the holy sword."

Fran turned to Merlin and asked, "Merlin, what did you do?"

Merlin's expression was still very brisk: "I, I didn't do anything, I just asked the lake fairy to help lower the water level of the inner lake, and I asked someone to remind Futigeng not to forget the prophecy. How about it? , My birthday present is not bad."

Lancelot frowned, but still asked respectfully, "Mr. Merlin, why did you do this?"

There was a smile on the corner of Merlin's mouth, but what he said was a bit harsh: "I just want to help Artoria make up her mind. Al, why are you hesitating? You haven't forgotten your vow yet."

"Merlin!" Fran immediately interrupted Merlin to prevent him from saying worse words. Over the years, Fran has also been deeply touched by Merlin's poisonous tongue.

Seeing Fran's serious expression, Merlin immediately raised his hands in surrender: "Okay, don't be angry, I won't say anything."

Artoria was not angered by Merlin, she still said calmly: "Fran, it's okay. Merlin is right, I did hesitate, in fact, I have been thinking about when is the right time, It's just that I haven't made up my mind." She looked down at her hands and continued, "But, I have to face it."

Fran knew what Arturia was talking about. She tried to draw the holy sword ten years ago but failed.Over the years, she has been working hard, hoping to be recognized by the holy sword.It's been ten years, and she doesn't know whether she has the qualifications of the king at this time, so she hesitates.And what Merlin did forced her to face this matter and to choose the Holy King again.

Fran looked at Artoria and asked, "Al, do you believe in yourself?"

Artoria was silent for a moment, then clenched her fists again and said firmly, "I believe it."

Seeing Artoria's determination to fight, Fulan nodded and said: "Then, this is a good time. Futigeng has frequently added gifts in the past few years and indulged in black witchcraft. The people and nobles have long been dissatisfied. This test involves the entire country. , people are paying attention. If you pull out the holy sword, you will be the king of destiny. If you cooperate with restoring the status of the orphan of the former king, Al, you will gain the support of Dayi and the majority of people. With the preparations these years, you have a great chance of winning."

Fran looked at Artoria again, and continued: "It's just, Al, do you want to restore your identity? What Lancelot said makes sense. Although the king is genderless, most people in the kingdom In my heart, the first heir is your elder brother Arthur, especially those old-fashioned nobles and ministers, for them, the little princess of the former king is not more competitive than Futi Geng and his daughter Morgan." Flanton said Dun continued: "Although it is unfair to you to say so, if you use the identity of Arthur, you will have a better chance of winning, and you will be able to gain support and stabilize the situation in a short period of time."

Artoria nodded: "I understand, I know how to choose. When I make up my mind to become king, I am not just myself. Although I have confidence in myself, sometimes, others don't respect you. Confidence is brought to him by your identity, and I know how to choose is more beneficial. It's just that this is deception after all."

Fran sighed: "I know you want to be a noble knight, but this world is not entirely made up of truth, and it is even more impossible for a king to live in complete truth. Merlin taught you this. You are indeed The orphan of the former king has the power of the red dragon in his blood, but he just concealed his gender, which is not a lie."

After finishing speaking, Fran asked Artoria solemnly: "So, have you decided? This trip to the capital?"

Arturia clenched her fists and said firmly: "It's decided, whether it is recognized by the Holy Sword or not. This is the time, my journey of revenge, the battle of the country."