C35 A Chess Piece

Catherine had been staying in the Imperial Capital these few days. Initially, she was prepared to leave after the celebration of the Imperial Capital's National Day, but later on, she found out that her father was preparing a special coming of age ceremony for her younger brother Lee Xiang. However, this coming of age ceremony did not wait. Instead, she waited for the news of Lee Xiang being adopted by her grandfather.

To her, this was like a bolt out of the blue. But she knew that this was definitely good news for Lee Xiang.

Initially, she was prepared to come and visit Lee Xiang the day she found out about this matter, but halfway through, it was because her father stopped her, so she had no choice but to push back. And today was her last chance.

Just as she walked into the door of the courtyard that belonged to Lee Xiang, she was shocked by the dazzling scene in front of her eyes.

In front of her, there were sparks flying in all directions, and dozens of fireballs were floating in the air. Then she saw Lee Xiang standing at the side with a solemn expression. He was muttering something under his breath, and then a faint ring surrounded the fireballs in the middle.

Just as she was about to walk to Lee Xiang's side, an arrow like gas suddenly shot towards the circle of fireballs.

With a few popping sounds, the arrow like gas hit the fireball and instantly disappeared.

Even Reynolds, who was watching from the side, would be shocked by such a scene. It was not because Lee Xiang's series of magic was so powerful. It was because he only knew how to cast a few simple magic fireballs in a few days. This was not something any apprentice could do. However, Lee Xiang shook his head when he saw the scene in front of him. Then he revealed a thoughtful expression. He was very dissatisfied with his performance just now. This was not the result he wanted. This kind of superficial brilliance was not what he wanted. What he wanted was practical, and that magic attack just now. . . It was something he thought of after pondering for an entire night, but unfortunately, it was far from what he imagined. Just like the fake magic attack just now. If it was against an ordinary person, just that gorgeous appearance alone. . . But once they met someone who was an expert. . . He definitely wouldn't be able to make it in one round. The reason was very simple, because he didn't have enough magic power to support the subsequent release of magic. After the first round of attack, he would immediately stop, and could only passively take a beating.

He smiled bitterly and shook his head. What was the problem? Lee Xiang was at a loss. He did not notice that a guest had come.

Katherine was stunned by the scene in front of her. Of course, she knew that her brother was learning magic from Reynolds. Although she did not learn magic, she had grown up in a prominent family like Rinker family. This meant that her eyesight was still good.

To be honest, she had never doubted her brother's intelligence. However, the scene just now still gave her a scare. To be able to display the beauty of magic to perfection in such a short period of time, this was not something an ordinary person could do.

"Brother. . . " After taking a long breath, Catherine walked towards Lee Xiang.

Only then did Lee Xiang realize that Catherine had already walked to his side. He secretly smiled. He was still too focused. However, he knew that Catherine was able to come here. After all, ever since she got married. . . He had never talked to her in detail, or even in a more direct manner. He had never seen his husband before. Originally, he thought that he would be able to see countess on her birthday. However, Lee Xiang still did not see it. Logically speaking, he should have come.

"It's really great to see elder sister. . . " Lee Xiang casually pulled Catherine's hand and the two of them walked to the side of the stone steps and sat down.

"I am glad to see you before we leave this place. "

Catherine secretly sighed and forced a smile. "That's good too. When I was ten years old, I went to Silo Province with my mother. It was not very beautiful. I think you will like it. I just don't know when I will be able to see my brother. "

Lee Xiang could hear the sadness and helplessness in Catherine's tone. He also felt a wave of sadness in his heart. Catherine was the only person in the world who could make him feel at ease. If he said that he did not feel anything, it would be strange instead. After a slight silence, he smiled. "It is not that serious. If I have the chance one day, I will go see sister. "

Catherine smiled bitterly and patted Lee Xiang on the shoulder and said, "I hope so. Sister will be going home tomorrow, so I am afraid I cannot send you. "

"So soon? Where to?" Lee Xiang was slightly surprised. "By the way, sister, you still haven't told me where my brother-in-law is. "

"Of course I'm going back to my own home!" Catherine smiled. "My home is currently in Krazhou, in the north of the Empire. . . "

Lee Xiang was silent. No wonder her tone sounded helpless. The Kraken Province was at the northernmost part of the empire. Silo Province was located at the southernmost part of the empire. It would probably take at least a month to travel back and forth. If they were to ride fast. . . He could reduce the time by half. To be honest, Lee Xiang didn't understand Count Walker's arrangement. Why was it that with the power and influence of the Rinker family. . . It's a little confusing to marry his only daughter so far away.

"As for your brother-in-law, his name is Deco. Hmm, I presume you have never heard of him before!"

Lee Xiang nodded. He had indeed never heard of him. It seemed like he was an unknown person. He really had no idea what his father was thinking.

"What is brother-in-law doing? Why didn't he let his father find a job for him in the capital?" Lee Xiang curiously asked.

Catherine smiled. It was obvious that Lee Xiang knew a lot of things because he had not gone out for a long time.

"Originally, he was also in the military department of the Imperial Capital, but father hoped that he could train a little more. So he arranged for him to go to Krazhou Province. You also know that Krazhou Province is in the northernmost part of the Empire. Hence, the Empire stationed a legion there all year round. Your brother-in-law is currently in that legion. Also, his hometown is coincidentally there, so I followed along. "

Lee Xiang nodded. It was only right for young people to train a little more. Count Walker was right about this, but Catherine didn't need to go there and suffer. After all, the conditions there were quite bad, and it couldn't compare to the prosperity of the Imperial Capital.

"Actually, we also have properties in the Imperial Capital. Mother also wants me to stay in the Imperial Capital, but. . . "

Lee Xiang suddenly understood. Great Comprehension nodded. After all, the two of them had just gotten married not long ago. It wouldn't be good for them to be separated for too long. This was understandable.

"What are you thinking about?" Catherine gently tapped Lee Xiang's forehead. "The reason why I went there is related to your brother-in-law, but I cannot be stationed in their legion, right? Sigh. . . You are reading books every day. Don't you know that the capital of Kraken Province is right next to the Holy City? My sister just wants to make it convenient for me to pray every day!"

Lee Xiang slightly moved. Indeed, how could he have forgotten this? The Holy City was where the headquarters of the Holy Church was located. He knew this. Catherine was the same as many people in this continent. She was a devout believer of the Goddess. So there was actually such a reason.

"That's great. When I go to worship the goddess in the future, I can also go and see Big Sister. That's great. . . "

Catherine rolled her eyes at Lee Xiang. She knew very well that her brother did not believe in any goddess. She was afraid that he had just said that it was fun. Thinking that they were about to leave, Catherine felt a little reluctant in her heart. After looking at Lee Xiang, she whispered, "Grandpa sometimes has a bad temper. But he still loves his own children very much. After you go there, you just have to follow him and nothing will happen to him. Uncle may be more. . . But I believe that he will treat you well for his mother's sake, as well as uncle's daughter. Your cousin, Lena, is not much older than you as far as I know. Although her personality is a little unruly, her heart is not bad either. . . "

Lee Xiang smiled bitterly. After all, he was still telling himself to try his best to be tolerant. However, no matter what, he could at least get his freedom. He was almost certain that after he arrived in Silo Province, he would be busy for a long time and would not have the energy to deal with these matters.

"Did Mother ask you to tell me these things?" Lee Xiang immediately guessed it. After all, Catherine had just said it herself. He had only been there once in so many years, so it was impossible for him to know so clearly. Who else could it be other than their mother? Thinking of this, It seemed like she still couldn't let go of him.

Catherine nodded. If Lee Xiang did not guess, it would be strange.

"Actually it is not just that. . . I heard that father firmly did not agree to let you go, but mother firmly opposed. She even went to the palace to ask the Empress for help. As for why mother didn't come to see you, Sigh, she also has her own difficulties. . . "

Lee Xiang smiled bitterly and nodded. It seemed that he had reached a compromise with his father. But no matter what, His mother still tried her best. He would always remember this sentiment in his heart. However, she probably still did not know that the meaning of him going there was more significant than the actual meaning? To put it bluntly, he was just a chess piece to placate the Lower Race. He knew this better than anyone else. Even if he obtained freedom, this freedom seemed to have come with some sadness. After all, chess pieces were never in the hands of others.