You and me under the world tree

In this way, the three of them chatted and chatted, and the time passed slowly during the lunch with honey wine and roasted whole lamb as the main food.

However, the protagonist of the conversation is Siegfried who has returned. During this period of time, Huoder is fine. After all, he is Siegfried's uncle and teacher. Sometimes he will ask Huoder if he is doing right.

This then evolved into a master-disciple question and answer.

But Lai Jin was miserable. After all, he was just a blacksmith. Although he was the second prince, because of the long lifespan of dwarves, he didn't know how to participate in governance and politics at all, and he was obsessed with blacksmithing all day long.

In Lakin's view at the time, the sky fell and his father would bear it, and the elder brother, who was an excellent dwarf warrior, would take over his father's throne in the future.

He really thought that way, so he didn't learn anything about it at all.

He couldn't find any chance to intervene, he just ate meat and drank heavily, and occasionally raised his head to look at the two talking humans.

He didn't really care if he could intervene, because he knew he wasn't good enough for this, so he just ate lunch in silence.

And there was only one result: nearly half of the whole roasted lamb went into his stomach. If Hodder hadn't saved the ribs and the roasted lamb tripe in the end, he would still be able to eat like this.

"Speaking of which, you really can eat it." At the end of the lunch, Hodder couldn't help but glanced at the old dwarf who was picking his teeth.

Lai Jin's race is dwarves. Although titles such as 'giant' and 'dwarf' are actually determined according to the height of the gods themselves, it cannot stand that human beings are created by gods in their own image.

The sheep in Midgard are quite big. In terms of height alone, it is estimated that only two of them can keep up with one sheep.

But it does seem strange that such a dwarf ate half a sheep.

But the old dwarf didn't care about that, he just grumbled.

"You can buy it yourself if you are not convinced."

"I'm full. If you eat too much, you'll get angry." Holding up a glass and sipping honey wine, Hodder replied directly.

He ate a leg of lamb, half of a rib of lamb, and the internal organs that were grilled separately. Siegfried was similar to what he ate. This is the amount of food a high-consumption 'warrior' in the atrium world should have.

But it's really strange to say that after eating the roast lamb, Huo De actually felt a sense of fullness.

The game cabin accurately restores the feeling of being full, which has to be amazing.

But it's a pity that his body is probably still hungry in reality. If he doesn't log out to eat now, after a while, the game cabin will automatically activate the pre-stored nutrient Injected into the body to keep it going.

But these are not important, anyway, Hodder doesn't need to think about lunch in reality.

After thinking of this, he turned his attention to his task list.

[Mission: Return of the Descendants]

[Introduction: Although it is only a few days for you, but it is more than a year for Ziegfried, let's test him now]

[Mission Objective: Ask Siegfried about his travels (1/1)]

[Task Reward: Free Skill Point 30]

The skill points for raising a family have already been included in the backpack, and this mission is over, yes, but there are no other reminders and no missions other than that.

This means that this period of time should be the player's free exploration (dialogue) time, and they need to trigger the next task through their own actions.

But if you think about it carefully, you will understand that the next thing to talk about is very simple.

"Before you know it, you, Siegfried, can be your own." Huo De said with emotion

Although Siegfried felt a little embarrassed about this, he didn't refute anything.

During more than a year of solitary travel, what he gained was not only knowledge, but also his self-esteem and aggressiveness.

"For more than a year, there have been no major changes in the entire Midgard. It is not so easy to stir up the wind and rain."

"Ha, it's not just that easy."

Originally, what Huo De said was quite beautiful, and the reservedness of a wise man emerged naturally.

As a result, at this time, Lai Jin suddenly started to tear down the stage, and no one could refute this kind of teardown.

"Since we're 'dead' on the surface, it means we've gone completely against the gods."

Even if Lakin didn't know the twists and turns at the political level, he was at least well aware of the current situation.

More than a year ago, the purpose of Hodder's fake death was to shake the foundation of the god's belief and break the god's image of 'omnipotence'.

However, this kind of behavior that can completely shake the faith is not without disadvantages.

"We have already blocked our own way - if this kid Siegfried wants to regain his throne, he must reveal his identity, and once we show up, it is tantamount to slapping those gods in the face. "

So here comes the question, can you get back the throne with only three people?Can you rule the country?

No, it's not possible...

They need an army, and even the aid of others.

And helping Siegfried and the others means admitting the authenticity of Siegfried and others, and since they admit this, it means that they know that the gods are not omnipotent.

"At this point, it's no longer a matter of 'knowing or not', but 'willing to' admit it."

The dwarf's worries were not groundless, and it was because he had always stood in the position of Siegfried and others that he said such words.

However, his thoughts and pessimism are actually unnecessary...

"One of the reasons why I encourage Siegfried to travel abroad is to research the customs of various kingdoms." Hodder said

Although the sage seemed to be suspected of stealing the conversation, Siegfried didn't care, he just nodded slowly.

"Uncle told me about this, Lai Jin, you don't have to worry about this." He coughed lightly, "As far as I know, there are many people who follow the tradition, but there are also many people who question it."

"Because the Gothic Kingdom exists, although I can probably understand why the gods allow the Gothic Kingdom to continue to exist, but now this has become a lead."

The reason why the gods allowed the Gothic Kingdom to continue to exist was because the victorious prince would launch wars from time to time, and wars were Valhalla's means of attracting soldiers.

This is why Dietrich made it clear that he doesn't like gods and Valkyrie, but the protoss of Asgard still allow him to exist.

However, this 'indulgence' also has a chain reaction.

"Some people always think, since disrespecting gods will not bring disaster, why respect or even worship?"

The sarcasm in Hodder's words is obvious, but it doesn't affect Siegfried.

"It's like that in Gitland." Compared with the eccentric uncle, Siegfried's words sounded much more normal, "A friend I met there decided to join the Gothic prince a few months ago. Dietrich."

"I seem to have heard such a rumor..."

"Prince Studus of Gitland...if I remember correctly."

"Yes, the prince who once killed a giant dragon in Gitland and named himself the dragon." Having said that, Siegfried couldn't help but sigh, "He is not the eldest son in the family. It is estimated that the throne will not fall on his head, so I simply ran out."

"You look familiar?"

"Yes." Just when Hodder casually asked this question, Siegfried's words were filled with resentment immediately, "He stuffed me with a can of herring."

"What about you?"

"I stuffed his mouthful of stinky fermented cheese."

"Okay, nice job."

Chapter 15: I'm going to be king

Prince Studus of Gitland

Huo De still knows a little bit about this person. In the quest line of the Gothic camp, players will come into contact with him.

That is to say, he is destined to be a general of the Gothic Kingdom and Prince Dietrich, but when a considerable number of players contact him, he has already appeared as a warrior under the prince.

However, domestic players are not very familiar with him. After all, it is no wonder that the domestic understanding of Nordic mythology is limited to "Song of the Nibelungen" and several other works, and it can even be said that it does not exceed the "Scandinavian mythology". Via' this system.

But all in all, this guy is quite interesting, according to the players, he is a pure temper, and even the attitude towards the prince is as rough as ever.

Mouth fragrant...

Studus is such a person. As long as someone makes him unhappy, although he may not directly attack, his first reaction will definitely be to scold him head and face.

But such a person is not a villain. Among the NPC votes of the Gothic camp, his number of votes seems to be second only to Prince Dietrich, and even surpassed Wittig, the first soldier who joined the prince at the same time. .

"He has a bad temper, but he is quite forthright with people, and he looks rough, but his thoughts are quite delicate." Siegfried gave such an evaluation

This is not the player's feeling of piecemeal contact. Siegfried once lived in the Kingdom of Gitland for about two weeks. During this time, he got along with the royal family of Gitland.

In this world view, it is actually very simple for a warrior without identity to meet the king as long as he shows his bravery.

Because warriors always have a transcendent status, Siegfried easily became acquainted with Gitland's royal family under a false name.

But here's an interesting thing...

"Speaking of which, that guy from Studas didn't want to join Gothic at first, he was going to challenge at first."

After all, he is the famous Prince of Victory, and the name 'Dietrich' means 'powerful', so of course Studus would be upset.

But at the beginning, Studus was reprimanded by his family, and even restricted his travel, because the family didn't think he could beat the famous Dietrich.

If it is said that all those killed on the battlefield were rotten fish and rotten shrimps, then the first battle of Giant Ike completely established his reputation.

Under such circumstances, the cub Studas finally forced his father and queen to agree to go to Goth to challenge the prince, but there was one condition: he had to complete a merit before he could leave. own kingdom.

Afterwards, the excited Studas slaughtered the evil dragon named Herme in his territory. For this, Studus also received a reward from his father: an ancestral bloodthirsty sword: Bratt Steel

It has the same name as the sword in the hands of Heimdall, the guardian of the dawn, but I don't know if it is the same one, but it has magical power.

"Then, Studus, who got the sword, set off so excitedly." After saying this vividly, Siegfried couldn't help but picked up the water glass and took a sip, "According to what he said, he originally wanted to challenge After the prince traveled with me, after all he wanted to go around, so we went to brother

special. "

Then, everyone knows the result.

"Studas, who was named after the dragon Herme, was defeated very badly. The ancestral legendary magic sword that can become stronger when it encounters blood was cut off directly, and then he gave up the idea of ​​continuing to travel. , and turned to play in the Gothic Kingdom." Siegfried said

"I thought he was an invincible warrior, but he was beaten as soon as he went out. It's really miserable."

"Yes, that's it." Hearing his uncle's slightly teasing voice, Siegfried nodded slowly, "Anyway, through the example of Studus, I think I want to find some It shouldn't be difficult for the brave."

"Or to put it another way, it's not just about being bold, it's about wanting to build something, so Warriors are generally willing to go after guys with big names."

For example, ever since Dietrich beheaded the giant Ike and those good-for-nothing bards dug out his title of 'Conqueror of Giants' circulated in Jotunheim, the warriors willing to defect to him are still Not a lot.

How could these warriors not know the current situation of the Gothic Kingdom!

Until now, no Valkyrie has come forward, which already symbolizes the attitude of the gods in Midgard, but there are still many people who defect.

Because they long for honor, these honors do not necessarily come from the approval of gods and Valkyries, but more importantly, their status and wealth in the world.

"But it's different. The Gothic Kingdom has its own uses. So far, that Dietrich has only had conflicts with tool people like the Valkyrie, but we hit him in the face."

"Would it be nice to slap those high-ranking gods in the face and destroy their 'omnipotent' image?"

"Cool!"

"This is not over." Looking at the old dwarf's sudden howl, Hodder curled his lips, "We have no possibility of retreating. If we stop here, all the foreshadowing we made more than a year ago will be in vain."

"Hmm..." Hearing what Uncle Huo De said, Siegfried nodded slowly.

He didn't feel disgusted with his uncle's decision, and even during the previous trip, the knowledge that Hodder had instilled in him before began to take root.

war……

This word has been around the whole of Midgard, and the struggle between the various human kingdoms has hardly stopped.

The gods like war, which has long been proved by history, and people also like war, because the warriors are eager to enter the god's domain Asgard to obtain eternal life.

This traditional custom has always filled the atrium world, and most children have been instilled with this kind of thinking since childhood.

But what about the facts?

During his travels, because the war never stopped, Siegfried saw those who fought bravely and died in battle, and also saw countless women who died in love in order to reunite with their husbands.

However, his gaze didn't stop there. He saw more people who were displaced. The elderly had no children to support, and the wives had to be forced to raise their young children.

The originally happy family became fragmented because of a so-called "glorious war". These things are hidden under the atmosphere of fanatical war and killing, but no one has penetrated this point.

And it was from that time that Siegfried had an idea in his heart: he wanted to become king.

Such an idea is not a longing like before, but a wish of oneself.

"We have no way out, we can only move forward." He clenched his fists, "Then, I will create a kingdom that will make everyone happy!"

In the small town of Strass on the border of the Netherlands, the young warrior, the descendant of Volsung, declared so.

His voice was quite loud, if it wasn't for Laijin's sound-proof barrier that had been in effect, the voice might have been transmitted outside.

But even though his voice didn't spread, it shocked the old dwarf in front of him.

Huo De was silent about this, but Lai Jin said coldly at the end: