Astartes of the Bear School

Chapter 110 109. Count Stesa

Count Prinslav Stesa.

How should we evaluate this noble gentleman?

He is the king of Temeria and Foltest's cousin.

Possessing a handsome appearance brought by good bloodline.

However, among the reasons why 99% of the women in Temeria wanted to climb into his bed and become pregnant with his child, the reason why Face was true accounted for less than 1%.

Face is not as good as power and money.

Far inferior.

In these two aspects, the Earl is unparalleled in the limelight.

This is related to his blood relationship with Foltest, but it's not that big.

It is an open secret within the king's administration that Count Stetha is a vocal pro-Nilfgaardian representative.

In this aspect, they are incompatible with the "warning southern imperial faction" advocated by King Foltest.

Maybe it’s because of my travel experience when I was young, or maybe it’s because of the various books I brought back from the south during my travels.

In short, whenever the earl talks about the strange empire in the south of the continent, it seems like he is talking about his long-lost hometown.

"Advanced system", "citizen's invention and creativity", "people's good moral character" and "huge potential" are all words he often mentions.

Although according to insiders, his trip to the south only lasted for half a year.

But for political leanings, let alone half a year, even if you haven't been there for a day, as long as you say the above words, it is enough to serve as a banner.

It is impossible for everyone in a country to be of the same mind.

Foltest gathered a group of people who recognized him.

Then Count Stesa's repeated remarks will naturally gather people in the country who have a tendency to be friendly to Nilfgaard.

If it were more than ten years ago, this would naturally be useless.

However, in recent times, the Nilfgaardian Empire has become stronger in international trade and economy, and has gained military power by annexing the coastal country-Ebin into a province.

The number of merchants, manor owners and officials who are friendly to the Nilfgaard Empire is naturally becoming larger and larger.

So far, it has become a force that cannot be underestimated in Temeria.

To what extent should it not be ignored?

At least our Temerian royal advisor, the powerful Triss. After hearing this name, I took a deep breath and was speechless for a long time.

She was supposed to be the one playing power in this country, but in front of this name, she didn't act like a player, but like a pawn.

"Go back to Aretuosa for a while, Lan En."

Back in the tavern of Darkwater, Lann held a glass of Kaedwen stout and communicated with Triss through the cone-shaped crystal.

Although they had only met for a short time, Triss was already very aware of Lan En's character and determination.

But even so, in her hesitant words, she still advised Lan En to let go.

"Keira and I are still frightened by the investigation, the amount of influence our adversaries have, and the control they have over intelligence. But if all of this happens to Prince Lavender, then what will happen to me and Keira had no doubts about our predicament."

"Lan En, the opponent's power is very strong!"

Triss solemnly emphasized again.

"He is the kind of strong man who can even command the city defense army in Vizima as long as the direction is not the palace, but he is just scolded by the king afterwards! Can you understand?!"

"Since ancient times, kings have been the most suspicious and ruthless human beings! Facing a cousin who can exert influence on the city defense army, Foltest just 'reprimanded' him not because he cared about family ties, but because he knew , once the opponent is really touched, the impact on Temeria will be absolutely unbearable!"

Triss tried her best to explain to Lan En that the person they had involved was by no means someone who could be easily convicted.

Even if Foltest comes back from playing at this moment and sits on the chair in Vizima Palace again, he can't!

The law is powerless in the face of this level of power.

The guillotine cut off by the law will most likely not fall on these people.

Unlike Triss, who was anxious and panicked, Lan En's tone was just like the Kaedweni stout in his hand.

It's like the cold calm brought out from the basement.

"So, you suggest that I save myself and watch that bastard continue his disgusting business?"

"." Triss's words stalled, and after a long time, she lowered her voice.

"Even if you are a king, there are many things you can't do, Lan En."

"Even Arethusa Academy was built on the land of Temeria."

"No one in this world can live as they please and be open-minded."

"I understand." Lan En calmly took a sip of cold dark beer.

"You and Keira, please stay in the palace during this period."

"What?" Triss didn't react at first, but when she thought about it clearly, she was shocked.

"Lan En, what do you want to do!?"

"Keep doing my job, collecting debts for Margarita and Aretuza. I took the money after all, didn't I?"

"Don't be kidding me! No normal person would do a job that would kill him for money! No!"

"That's what makes me happy."

"What did you say?"

Triss couldn't believe her ears.

Until Lan En repeated it again in an understatement.

"I'm happy. When I cut off the Earl's head, I think I will feel particularly happy. I will feel relaxed. Just like drinking a glass of ice-cold rye vodka on a hot day."

"you you"

Triss was at a loss under these words.

She has seen assassins who are here for money, assassins who are here for fame, and even assassins who have to work for the safety of their families.

But I have never seen an assassin who is willing to die just to make himself comfortable!

Yes, wanting to kill Count Stesa was defined by Triss as "sending death".

"That's it, Triss. I feel very happy to be in contact with you these days. My actions will not involve you and Keira, and have nothing to do with Aretuza. To be honest, I originally did this That’s not what I’m here for. Is this considered a return to true nature now? Haha.”

After saying that, Lan En's hand left the cone-shaped crystal.

He drank the cold beer in his hand in one gulp, and the large wooden wine glass banged on the table.

"Phew, feel good!"

Starting from Willen, Lan En saw the difficulty of survival there, although he also saw the bad folk customs and rampant discrimination there.

But he still gained the friendship of a village and met many kind-hearted families.

He also witnessed the innocent and helpless children in the camp. He saved most of them, but a small number were still taken away.

Now, let him turn back because the enemy is strong?

Tell the truth.

no way.

I don't know if it's because Lan En is such a person, or it's the influence of the gene seed, but among the mixed emotions of anger, fearlessness, determination, etc., there is also a high-spirited emotion bursting out.

He was very excited.

He began to feel aroused.

"Man, what's the fastest time from here to Vizima?"

Standing up from his seat, handing back the wine glass and popping out a silver coin, Lan En greeted the bartender.

"By boat, half a day is enough."

"Really? It's really fast." The thin lips under the hood curved with satisfaction.

Now I have your name, Lord Count

Let’s have some fun in the second round of being overt and covert.

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