The walking dragon son

Chapter 42: Ciel and Vanjins (two in one)

Time goes back a few days to Qitan, an important town on the border of the Clover Kingdom.

This town is the clover kingdom's bridgehead against the diamond kingdom and a hub in the border defense line.

And just when Yami took Ciel and Asta to report the mission of the underwater temple to the Magic Emperor, the magician troops of the Diamond Kingdom launched a brazen attack on Chitan.

And this time is not like just an ordinary border friction, because there are too many magicians dispatched from the Diamond Kingdom.

The most important thing is that there are three Yaki generals leading the troops this time. This is a lineup that is usually deployed during all-out wars, and for some reason it feels like it's too late.

But Ciel knew that this was the reason why the Diamond Kingdom was shuffling its cards internally. These mages who were sent out, including even the three Yaki generals, were abandoned beings.

In recent years, as the king of the Diamond Kingdom has gradually aged, the power of the country has fallen into the hands of the magician Maurice.

The artificial magic warrior project chaired by Morris has achieved results in recent years. Most of the seats among the Yakki Generals have been replaced by a new generation of artificially bred magic warriors such as Mars.

The previous Bahui was considered a backward existence, so he was sent to Qitan as an outcast.

Although he was abandoned, General Haiki was at the same level as the leader of the Magic Knights. What's more, the three of them also brought a large number of magicians, and the troops quickly conquered Kitan City.

Fortunately, the Magic Knights responded in time. The Golden Dawn, led by its leader William Vankins, rushed to the rescue in time. The two sides began a fierce offensive and defensive battle in Chitan City.

Yami, who got the news at the headquarters, immediately decided to go to Qitan for support.

Fortunately, Kitan City is a very important place, and Finral has been here before. They found Finral who struck up a conversation in the royal capital, and with the help of his space magic, the Black Bull Group and the others soon arrived at the battlefield of Chitan City.

When everyone arrived at the battlefield, what they saw in front of them was not a fierce battle scene. What appeared before everyone's eyes was an extremely huge tree whose canopy almost covered the entire Qitan City.

The roots of the giant tree spread like pythons, and the branches thrust out like javelins. This giant tree directly defeated the magician troops that invaded Qitan City.

"World Tree Magic, the big tree of Mystertin!" This is the magic activated by Vankins, the leader of the Golden Dawn. This magic alone changed the situation of the war.

Powerful, indescribably powerful. It's hard to imagine how much magic power is needed to create such a big tree. The most important thing is that Vankins activated such a large-scale magic to avoid the members of the Golden Dawn and ordinary people.

One can only admire him for being the first-class magic knight in the kingdom and the person closest to the Magic Emperor.

Looking at the huge tree that reached the sky as if planted by gods, Asta's eyes were filled with stars.

"What is this huge tree? Has Qitan planted such a big tree?"

Asta was still startled as always, but the people next to him were focused on more practical issues.

"Will there be super-large fruits?" by Qiami.

Since the last time he had a meal at the headquarters of the Knights, Qiami has been obsessed with the chef's craftsmanship, so he shamelessly followed him this time.

And she came to Qitan not because of the food, but because of Yunuo.

Ciel also forgot what happened between the two, but Chami kept calling Yuno "the prince who saves food." I don't know how much of Chami's obsession with Yuno was because of food.

Two knives hit the heads of the two out-of-line guys, and Yami said: "I'm afraid this is the magic of the leader of the Golden Shining Regiment. Maybe it would be better not to come!"

Finral was still the same Finral, and he had already begun to complain and begged: "Then let's just go back, okay?"

No one at the scene paid any attention to him, so he stepped aside and kept repeating the words "I'm a senior" in a low tone.

Ciel looked around and said, "But there are still several guys with powerful magic powers that have not been completely eliminated!"

Although Vankins' magic is powerful, it is impossible to eliminate all enemies with just one magic. It is not difficult for a truly skilled magician to evade this magic.

In Ciel's perception, there are at least four or five magic reactions still active. It seems that the so-called Eight-Hui General does have a few tricks up his sleeve.

But now Ciel has no intention of fighting them. He has his own purpose for coming here this time. To achieve his goal, he must show up in front of Fankins.

"I want to confirm the battle situation. Captain Jin Shining may be up there. I'll go there for a while, and you should try your best to help the townspeople without dying!"

Yami jumped down from the city wall, but the sound still lingered in his ears.

Ciel did not obey the order, but flew to follow Yami.

Yami said as he moved forward: "Kid, didn't you hear what I said?"

Charles said solemnly: "I know exactly what the leader is going to do! But this matter is inseparable from me, so I think I should be present."

Ye Jian glared at him and said: "The kid is really sharp now! Since you say so, just follow him! There are some things that really need to be clarified."

Does Yami really think he needs support in the Chitan City war?

No, Yami believes in the strength of the Golden Dawn, the strongest knighthood in the kingdom, and its leader, Fankins.

Even if the opponent is three eight-glow generals and a large number of magicians, it is impossible to defeat the Golden Dawn led by Fankins.

Then why did Ye Jian propose to go to Chitan City in person to support him? Of course it was because Yami had doubts.

Since the last battle with Patri! Yami always felt that there was an inexplicable sense of familiarity about him.

Patri's face always reminded me of his long-standing competitor.

Obviously the magic, magic books, appearance and even the energy representing life energy are different, but Yami's intuition always makes Yami connect the two people together.

So no matter what, Yami can't feel at ease unless he understands this problem.

But since then, Ye Jian has not seen Fankins, and even Fankins was absent from the subsequent group leader meeting.

If you think about it carefully, Vankins' recent whereabouts are indeed suspicious. Although he said that he was performing a mission outside, he was ultimately unconvincing.

Then Yami set out to perform the mission of the underwater temple, and it was only now that Yami found the right opportunity.

The two quickly climbed up the trunk of the giant tree, and soon sensed Vankins' powerful magic power.

"Not good!" The two of them noticed the abnormality at the same time, and Yami immediately sped up and rushed forward.

Fankins had just subdued a Bahui general, and he didn't want someone to come out of the smoke on one side and was about to touch Fankins.

This is a small weakness of the powerful in this world. The stronger the magician, the more he will trust his own magic perception in battle.

Therefore, people like Lotus who are good at concealing their magic power can often succeed in sneak attacks. This is also the reason why Asta can repeatedly approach the enemy unexpectedly and win. After all, he does not have any magic power in him.

But Ye Jian is more accustomed to sensing the life energy called Qi when fighting, so Lotas's sneak attack cannot be hidden from him.

The sword flashed and directly drove back Lotas who was sneaking up on him.

"Ye Jian?!" Fanjins was obviously quite surprised by Ye Jian's appearance.

"Excuse me, golden and shiny strange masked man!" Ye Jian greeted, "Now you owe me a favor!" "Thank you for rescuing me. Was it... because of that qi that you discovered it? That's amazing!" Vankins said politely.

As the two were talking, Charles arrived, and Lotas showed the three his diamond spirit... He decisively retreated with the defeated Eight Generals.

"What a decisive uncle!" Ye Jian exclaimed, then his expression became serious and he turned to speak to Fankins.

"Well, now that the irrelevant people have left, we can have a good chat in this beautiful place. Brother Fankins!"

Fan Jins smiled and said, "I rarely see you so serious! But is that young man okay?"

Charles walked to Ye Jian and said to Fan Jinsi: "Captain Fan Jinsi, this is the second time we meet."

That’s right, this is the first time I’ve met a Vankins, except for the Magic Knights’ admission test.

Vanjins nodded and said, "I remember you, you are from the same hometown as Yunuo in our group, and you are also a boy favored by the four-leaf clover."

Charles continued, "It's really an honor! But please forgive me for being rude. This time, I asked Captain Ye Jian to bring me to meet Captain Fan Jins. There is something important that requires me to do so."

Fan Jins said: "I see, Ye Jian, if you have something to say, just say it!"

Ye Jian lit a cigarette, looked at the smoke rising and said, "I am the kind of person who trusts my instincts, so Fan Jins... could you please take off the mask?"

After a moment of silence, Fanjins said, "My face is not suitable for others to see!"

Ye Jian pretended to be relaxed and said, "Ah? Why? Are you extremely ugly? It's okay, it's okay. I'm not the kind of person who laughs at others!"

He even laughed as he spoke, looking unreliable and frivolous, but his joking attitude did not make the atmosphere more relaxed.

Fan Jins also smiled and said, "I understand... You are doubting... I am the leader of the White Night Demon Eye!"

Ye Jian also put away his smile, exhaled a puff of smoke and said: "To be frank, that's it!"

With a nostalgic look on his face, Ye Jian continued, "We have known each other for almost ten years! We met on the battlefield, and since then, we have occasionally fought together on the battlefield.

After that, we became group leaders at the same time, and at that time, Nosel's three-strand braid was still trembling!"

Ye Jian made a joke about Nossel, but his witty remarks didn't make anyone laugh.

"Although we can't say that we have a very close relationship, we have known each other for a long time! So... let me see... your face!"

Ye Jian's words were just reminiscing about the past, but the subtext was the doubt in his heart. If Fan Jins refused at this time, Ye Jian would attack without hesitation.

"Okay!" Vanjins did not refuse, and the conversation could continue calmly.

When Vanjins took off his mask, he revealed a scar covering half of his face below his forehead.

Ye Jian looked back at Ciel, who nodded at him.

So Ye Jian turned around and said, "Although I heard about it from Boss Julius before, it is really a serious scar! And my newcomer has seen this face somewhere else. Can you explain it to me?"

Vanjins' expression remained unchanged, and he still smiled faintly as he said, "I can't explain this matter, and you probably don't believe in the explanation of coincidence either!"

Ye Jian said in some distress: "Brother Fan Jins, you are making it very difficult for me!"

Vanjins smiled and said, "If you don't mind, I can tell you about this scar."

Seeing Ye Jian's interested expression, Fan Jins directly told Ye Jian his story.

"Because of the scar I was born with, I am called the child of the curse. This scar cannot be healed even by magic, so people around me hate and fear me.

I am the illegitimate child of a noble, and I lived in Huiwai until I was eight years old. It was not until the noble's heir died that I was taken back as a noble.

Fortunately, my magic power is very high, and World Tree magic is also very rare. But even there, my face is still taboo.

I was severely abused by my stepmother, who was my legal wife, and my childhood was like living in hell."

Ye Jian didn't know what to say, so he could only say, "It's not easy for you too!"

As Fankins recounted that unbearable time, he suddenly smiled warmly.

“But during that time, I met Lord Julius. He didn’t care about my appearance at all and only focused on my abilities.

I am very happy, so I want to dedicate my magic to that adult!"

Vanjins seemed to recall his encounter with Julius, and the smile on his face became more sincere.

Ye Jian was even more deeply touched. This story was so familiar. Fanjins was clearly the same as him.

Even Ciel could feel that what Vanjins said was sincere, and he was really willing to give everything for Julius.

If Charles didn't know everything, he would probably have dispelled his doubts about this loyal leader.

So Ciel spoke up, and said in a serious tone: "Captain Vankins, may I ask how is your relationship with Captain Fagrain?"

Fankins was stunned for a moment, then said, "Faglane? He is a frank and cheerful person. We can be considered close friends!"

"Friends?" Charles' body was full of sparks, and he said in a bad tone, "Yes, Captain Fagrain allowed the enemy to take advantage of him because he saw Captain Vankins' face!"

Fanjins was silent. He understood what Charles meant.

Fagrain is his friend, but he is still seriously injured and has not yet woken up, and he has an unshirkable responsibility.

Charles looked directly at Vanjins and said coldly, "Although I know that I am not qualified to lecture the captain due to my status, I still want to say... sometimes giving the choice to others is actually making the choice yourself."

After saying that, Ciel turned to Ye Jian who was still thinking and said, "Captain Ye Jian, it seems that things down there haven't settled down yet. I'm going to help!"

Having said what he wanted to say, Charles naturally would not stay here any longer.

In fact, these were just words that Charles couldn't help but express, and he didn't intend to convince Vankins in this way.

To be able to reach this point, Fankins' will cannot be changed by just a few words. Anyway, Ciel himself does not have the magic of persuasion.

The main reason why Charles appeared in front of Vanjins was to let someone inside him see something.

Charles leaped down from the tree, and the necklace around his neck swung due to the weightlessness.

Charles didn't know any fashion, and wasn't used to wearing jewelry that would affect his fighting skills. He wore the necklace this time for another purpose, because the necklace was hanging with a crystal oval gem.

From high above, Vanjins looked down at Charles' back, his originally gentle eyes becoming sharp.

Ye Jian also felt a chill, but after looking at Fan Jins, he found that it seemed to be just an illusion. However, after that, Ye Jian's eyes showed some more entanglement and pain.

(End of this chapter)