Chapter 8, The Mystery Behind the Debt

The new conditions seem very favorable; however, when it comes to marrying into a family, one must consider the partner.

From now on, do it this way: if you can avoid shedding tears, then do so; if it is truly unavoidable, then control it and do not let it flow too much

A glimmer of warmth flickered in Li Qi's eyes: "Oh?"

The conditions have been updated and are now more lenient than before

Maigel Gudu downed the fine wine in his cup in one gulp, exhaling a strong scent of alcohol as he said: "I can only tell you that the kingdom is about to embark on a new path, and Viscount Prelle is merely the beginning. If it were not for the considerations regarding the attitude of the divine court, His Majesty would not engage in such tedious efforts"

Therefore, Xia Wen, your sense of smell is too dull

Terrence did not understand the latter half of Li Qi's sentence at all, but he successfully filled in the blanks for the first half. He nodded and said, "I understand, my lord the Viscount"

Fini curled up in the blanket, while Liqi sat on the edge of the bed, chatting with her in a soft and gentle voice

Her temperament is fierce and murderous, yet it is said that she possesses the divine power of the God of Slaughter. Unable to bear the burden of a mortal body, her entire body is covered in sores and her face is riddled with pus-filled boils. The king, having no choice, concealed her deep within the palace. There are also claims that she was tasked with leading a squad of black-armored knights to subdue the enemies who defy the king.

He finally understood the purpose of the skill "Thorns of the Mind"; it was just like "Hanging on a Beam and Puncturing the Thigh," leaving his mind exceptionally clear. Perhaps it has other benefits for others, but for himself, using this technique meant he would not be able to close his eyes that night.

The king is still benevolent; as long as Master Li Qi renounces his territory and title, and marries into the royal family, in addition to the cancellation of debts, he may retain the noble title of Sir and secure a respectable position in the town hall or the royal guard

The little girl comforted herself: "Just a little sip, just a tiny sip..."

Alright, this is Li Qi's blessing. Li Qi, being kind-hearted, gave another kiss. As for the master's blessing to the maid, you are still too young to consider that.

Ha ha ha!

He must protect Richie Preler, not Lord Preler or the lordship, but Richie himself

... ...

The whip striking my body is very painful, as if I am being beaten...

Li Qi gently tousled her hair and then kissed her forehead: "This is the Pope's blessing for the saint. Sleep well."

Fei Ni was silent for a moment, then nodded vigorously: "I understand now, my power should be used to help Li Qi, and I cannot waste it recklessly. Moreover, I also need to use healing magic to assist others"

Ignoring the rudeness of the other party's blatant obsession, Sebadian began to plot for his master.

In this lifetime, she had never slept on such a comfortable bed, and the food she could only watch the lord enjoy from a distance, unable to even clearly smell its aroma. However, this was not the reason that made her want to cry.

The thin middle-aged man sitting opposite toyed with the wine glass in his hand, speaking in a tone that was either nonchalant or deliberately concealing something: "You are too insensitive to the changes in the situation, but that is not your fault, after all, you are neither a shrewd noble nor a powerful professional. If your young master Li Qi is truly as you say, more self-controlled, more rational, and more capable than his father, then His Majesty the King will have a headache. And His Majesty's method of dealing with headaches has always been simple and brutal."

The next day at noon, Sebadian rode his old horse, swaying back to Prelle Town.

The room fell silent, enveloped by the warmth and softness brought by the mattress, pillows, and blankets, and the corners of Feini's eyes began to moisten again

Terrence performed a gesture that left Li Qi feeling dizzy; at his age, it was truly astonishing to see him execute those movements so smoothly in such a short amount of time

Sebastian thought to himself, and then considered another terrifying possibility: "Or perhaps the lord viscount has been blown to pieces!"

He said with a hint of hope, "If it were Princess Telesia, I believe the viscount would not refuse."

What should we do then?" Finny was very distressed

Could it be that the witch has collapsed the castle

The townspeople were continuously making their way towards the castle, each one cheerfully engaged in conversation. Many were driving donkey carts and ox carts, or directly dragging wooden planks, transporting building materials such as wood, stones, and mortar up the ridge

"Don't worry about the details, our goddess is not particular about this, and this title will definitely be criticized by the scholars. What do you need?"

The sound of knocking echoed, and Li Qi initially thought it was Sadar. After calling for the person to enter, it turned out that the one who pushed the door open was actually Terrence

The middle-aged nobleman licked his lips: "I saw Li Qi Prelle in the city yesterday morning, and he truly is a refreshing young beauty."

I also believe that this is a very ... ... test of willpower

No, you must not cry... that is milk

Good girl

Therefore, my grandfather rarely took me into town and did not allow me to speak with others

Only this possibility would make the townspeople so happy

Seizing the opportunity, Li Qi prepared to formulate some specific doctrinal articles, first completing the tasks related to the followers. As for debts and the temple, those can be addressed gradually

Sir McGoll, is there really no room for negotiation? Young Master Leech, no, the Viscount is currently trying every means to raise funds. He is more self-disciplined and rational than his father, and perhaps he will find a solution

By the way, I was taken by the second-ranking attendant to drink yesterday, and I didn't handle the matter of the witch. However, there isn't much to be done anyway; just hand it over to any church, exchange it for some gold and silver, and let Lich enjoy the life of a nobleman a bit before that day arrives

Moonlight filtered through the tall windows of the book, casting the shadows of two individuals on the wall, merging into one.

Under the neon lights

He instantly retracted his smile, replacing it with an expression akin to mourning, and said: "It is Princess Catherine"

Princess Catherine is the second daughter of the king and the twin sister of Theresia. Compared to her sister, who is like the bright moon, she is the black stone mountain in the abyss of demons

However, determining the doctrine posed a challenge for Li Qi. The phrase "Everyone for me, I for everyone" is too vague and feels too distant from "suffering".

Before even entering the town, Sebadian was astonished by the scene before him

It was not for the position of assistant to the tax officer at the Royal City Hall, nor was it due to the pressure from the King's Deputy Attendant, but rather out of his family's honor and professional ethics

Fini thought to herself, feeling an immense sense of shame and frustration for not being able to maintain her saintly form for long during the day before fainting

The lord, her parents, and her brothers, everyone who was once by her side, had always treated her with scolding, reprimands, and beatings

Sir Magor put down his wine glass and looked directly at Sebadian: "Are you still feeling guilty and uneasy about not being able to prevent your father from incurring such a large debt? It is not your fault, and it is far beyond your capabilities. The very fact that you can sit here and drink with me is because of this."

He deeply suppresses his emotions beneath a rigid expression, which signifies immense danger

You are fine now, but try to cry less; maintaining the saintly demeanor is quite exhausting. Today you fainted, which startled both me and Talens.

Sebastian secretly took a breath of cold air, the speculation hidden in his heart was finally confirmed by the other party, which meant ... ...

Even the Viscount de Prelle seldom enjoys such fine wine, yet this mere steward is able to drink a full cup, worth several silver pennies

He took a deep breath, straightened his chest, and said: "I have come to offer my advice to the master"

Regardless of whether the book is a saint or a maid, as long as it makes Li Qi happy, either is fine

Tears were about to well up again, she reminded herself

Grandpa Terrence treats her very well, but the way he looks at her is not directed at her as a person; rather, he perceives her as a door, always gazing at the imagined goddess behind it. She is acutely aware of this.

During the day, Feini publicly revealed her Saintly form. Although it did not last for long, the revolutionary cause has finally taken another step forward, and the divine name "Lady Crimson" can now make a legitimate appearance

The candlelight on the third floor of the castle remained unextinguished throughout the night

In the elegantly decorated, clean and tidy tavern, listening to the gentle strumming of the sanxian by the musician, Sebadian swallowed a small sip of fifty-year-old Wesley Royal Old Cellar wine and let out a long sigh

Maiguer raised his hands in a gesture of sympathy and then said: "However, compared to the prospect of becoming the slave of His Majesty the King under the Viscount and then being sent to Princess Catherine, this is already very merciful, isn't it?"

Li Qi

Terrence said that you are often beaten at home, why is that

Sebastian could no longer suppress the tremors throughout his body, and he asked with great difficulty: "Why? Why target the viscount in this manner?"

Sebastian's proud composure shattered as he clenched his fists to suppress a scream: "Young Master Richie is still a child! How can this be!"

In the study on the third floor of the castle, the candlelight flickered. Li Qi sat behind a rosewood desk, which had a history of several hundred years and was marked with countless scars from swords and blades, rendering it unsellable. One hand supported his chin while the other held a quill, sketching and writing on the paper

To the north of Prelle Town lies Conrad City, which has a population of merely over ten thousand. At best, it can be considered a small town, yet in the impoverished and remote southern region of the kingdom, it is already regarded as a prosperous place

The king's eldest daughter, Theresia, is beautiful and gracious, skilled in dance, and deeply favored by the king. There are even rumors that the king may allow her to inherit the throne

Xia Wen, you know that I greatly admire your talent and even believe that you are more than capable of holding an important position in the Wangdu City Hall, however...

Compared to seeing a goddess in Li Qi, transforming from a witch into a saint, it was Li Qi's gaze that made her feel... If warmth can be considered happiness, then that is happiness

Maigao laughed exaggeratedly: "I would not refuse either, no noble in the kingdom would refuse."

Well, Li Qi, you say when to cry, and I will cry at that time, I promise

After a night of tossing and turning, he finally made a difficult decision

Why cry

Fini tugged at the blanket, revealing only half of her face, her emerald eyes shimmering with light: "Can I have... the lord's blessing for the maidservant"

"After encountering Terrence, did you immediately turn into that after crying? Then when you were wandering with him, didn't you often transform into the appearance of a witch?"

Hearing her childish promise, Li Qi smiled: "You are not a faucet, you can't do it."

They say I am bothersome when I cry, and when I hit, they also feel pain, and then they hit even harder

Only Li Qi, from revealing the true form of the witch to becoming the saint, has always kept his gaze fixed upon her. Initially, in the prison, when Li Qi held her hand, she saw the kindness and even affection in his gray eyes, which has not changed at all since then

Li Qi took out a method to deal with his little niece: "Imagine that tears are the milk you drink; once you cry too much, there will be none left, and you will never grow up again."

However, this is not enough to make him betray his family's honor and professional ethics

Tears slid down the cheeks, the bed radiated with light, fortunately, due to excessive consumption during the day, the movements were not significant

The forehead still seemed to retain the warmth of Li Qi's lips, reminding her of what Li Qi had once said: sweetness and happiness can also bring tears.