Vol 4 Chapter 80: Prelude to Storms

When dusk fell, the madness of the day gradually dissipated, but for the nobles, the entertainment life had just begun.
The Royal Coliseum in Warrington, which was built during the founding of the People's Republic, was ordered to be built by the monarch Rose Idestrick, and has since undergone three refurbishments and expansions. It has now become one of the landmark buildings of the Empire, It is throughout the continent, the atmosphere and luxury of the Royal Coliseum are recognized.
This is a huge building with an amazing construction area. It is an inner and outer circle. The square part is the performance venue. The length and width are 600 meters by 300 meters. It is a huge performance square with a circular shape. The site is a viewing venue, and a stepped oversized viewing platform is built around the performance venue, which can accommodate 100,000 spectators at one time. Compared to its huge capacity, the Lanya Grand Theater in Xiangye City can only accommodate 8,000 people, which is really a small witch. In fact, the Royal Coliseum itself is not only used for the performance of song and dance ensembles, it is more used for joint performances. Only super-large performances with more than a thousand people deserve to be appreciated by the emperor.
Behind the viewing platform, there is also an open-air platform for the nobility.
Architecture is something that best reflects the characteristics of the times. Whether it is Lanya or the Royal Coliseum, no matter how great the differences in architectural style and appearance are, the core essence is the same. There are three levels of performers, viewers, and aristocracy.
Here, performers are the lowest, ordinary viewers are in the middle, and nobles are the highest.
However, the outdoor platform of the Royal Coliseum is much more brilliant than Ranya. It is not a single existence, but a ring-shaped outdoor platform located above the whole theater, so there is no crystal curtain wall, only a handrail carved from white jade.
Look at the area of ​​the platform, as much as the platform.
This may be because the capital of any country is the one that lacks nobles and bureaucrats. Here the ratio of officials to people is greatly reduced.
Shuiglele was walking on this huge open platform at the moment, accompanied by Christine. The Dardanelles' family has recently become very popular in Warrington, and they have made friends with Prince Frank, so they are naturally eligible to enter such a place.
At this moment, they are strolling on the edge of the ring-shaped outdoor platform and standing in front of the handrail to admire the architectural pattern of the entire theater.
Looking down from here, you can see the huge building under the stage with twelve arches, where the actors' rest and makeup halls are located. The central arch is the main entrance. Only the most popular actors can enter and exit from here. On both sides are the side entrances for floats and even chariots to pass.
There is also a low wall to prevent collision between the viewing platform and the performance venue, because not every performance is poetic, poetic, and occasionally there are some performances.
But there will never be a performance that will be comparable to that of Siu Igle.
Even Hugh Glair himself did not expect that one day he would once again board the open air platform as a noble in the days when the Violet Song and Dance Troupe performed.
History often has amazing repetitions.
The scenes from a year ago are constantly appearing in Xiuyi's mind.
He burst out laughing.
"What are you laughing at?" Christine asked Xiu Yi.
"Oh, I just remembered my first encounter with you, and it was on this occasion." Xiuyi replied: "Fate is very tricky. The world is so big, but it always makes me play in the theater. Myself, as if I was born to be an actor. "
Said by Xiu Yi, Christine realized something, and she pouted and laughed.
"Ah, when it comes to that night, you are really impressed. I think maybe at that time, I was already moved by you, right? I have never seen a teenager treat himself like that The escape ... Xiu Yi, you are indeed an excellent actor, especially when you are dealing with a duel. Fortunately, no one will come to you tonight. "
"Who knows." Xiu shrugged. "Destiny is fickle, and I always like to repeat the past. Maybe destiny will arrange another duel for me."
"Then you can't do it like last time."
"Unless another lady as beautiful and noble as you catches my eye."
Christine screamed, "I thought I wasn't able to attract you that night."
"Even at the moment of fighting and killing in the crowd, I have never missed every glance at you."
Christine couldn't hold back the joy in her heart, and laughed loudly, attracting countless aristocrats.
When Huey Glair compliments a woman, he always achieves the best results he wants.
At this time, Her Majesty the Emperor had not yet arrived, and most of the middle and lower class aristocrats came first, and the High Aristocrats would come with His Majesty. One hour before the official start of the joint performance of the Coliseum, during this time, most aristocrats enjoyed exquisite food on the platform and chatted casually. The evening sun was no longer warm, the temperature dropped, and the nobles' minds became alive. Some small and small shows have begun. The nobles walked in groups of three, some watching the show, and some discussing current affairs.
Christine's smile undoubtedly caught the attention of some people.
Someone started whispering: "Isn't that Christine? Who is the little boy next to her?"
"You don't even know Cissedad Darnil? He's a recent Redskin in Warrington."
"It turned out to be him. I've heard the name Dardanelle, just a foreign upstart."
"Being able to enter the upstart here is always capable."
"I heard that Christine helped a lot in his family business. It's really hard to imagine how he made that proud woman bow her head."
"Maybe I have to ask his second child."
"But he looks young."
"Don't you know that some abilities always belong only to young people?"
"Yes……"
This is an argument made by people you do n’t know. Some are scornful, some jealous, some envious. There are also many rumors.
People who knew it also noticed them.
For example, O'Conman Dodge of the Dodge firm, Viscount Radour of the Bavarian family, Jean of San Marino firm; Brett and so on.
They lifted their glasses to pay tribute to Xiu Yi, and Xiu Yi nodded gracefully.
Viscount Radour simply walked over: "I haven't seen you for a long time, my friend, what have you been doing these days?"
Xiu spread his hand: "What else can it be? Pursuing our beautiful Christine, it's not easy to get her heart."
"Oh?" Viscount Radour asked with a smile: "Can you then allow me to ask, how can I get my wife's heart?"
Xiu's face was serious: "Go and fight with other men for her."
Viscount Radul was stunned, and Christine gave Xiu a hard blow.
Some other people with ties to the Dardanelle family also came over and just heard the words of Xiu Yi.
O'Courman said with a smile, "Oh, you have to be careful. Warrington has enough duels. Madam Christine, let go of our poor Seth. He has no power at all. . "
"He once won a duel." Christine answered with a smile.
"Do you mean Bateson? As a friend, I must warn you that your winning factor in that win was, of course, more because he looked down on you and had a lot of luck. Heather, listen I advise, don't promise to participate in such a duel in the future, the Dardanelles can't live without you. "Ocomman Dodge solemnly warned Xiu Yi.
Xiu Yi politely replied: "I will be cautious about duels in the future, but it is a big problem to say that I cannot reach the Daniel family without me. In fact, in my opinion, if a family is If it is supported by individuals, then this must be a disaster for the entire family. Individual strength may rejuvenate a family, but it cannot make the family perpetuate. Only proper family rules and strict education are the cornerstones of a great family. "
"I admit that you make sense, but don't you think that outstanding leaders are also essential to the family and even the country?"
"It is true, but I may not be the best in the Dardanelles."
O'Connell Dodge and others showed incredible expressions: "It's hard to imagine who else in your family is better than you."
"Of course, my sister Claudia Dardanelle, you've met her." Xiu homeopathy introduced Lilith, this is the most important part of the plan.
"Claudia?" Everyone looked at each other.
Viscount Radour said: "We acknowledge that she is a very good woman, but to say that she will be the future leader of the Dardanelles family, I am a bit exaggerated."
Xiu Yi spread his hands: "My sister is a very traditional woman, respecting the virtues of women and admiring low-key behavior, but even so, she cannot hide her extraordinary talent. During this time I went out because of family affairs. She was responsible for everything in Winlington. Didn't you find that she did a great job? Most importantly, almost all the products produced by the alchemy factory during this time were supervised and manufactured by her. Remember the order of the 3,000 scouts placed by the Imperial Army some time ago? It was my sister who completed the Imperial Army very satisfied. She has absolute talent in production, management and creation, that is me Unable to reach. In fact, many of my thoughts were directed by my sister, and many of my alchemy were also taught by my sister. She is the most spiritual person in this family. , And I ... just risked her credit. "
"It turned out so." Everyone gave an incredible admiration.
"Your parents gave birth to a wonderful pair of children. It is unimaginable that a woman like your sister who knows how to be gifted has such outstanding talents." Viscount Radour sincerely appreciated.
Zhishu Dali? That little pepper-like Lilith? Xiu Yi smiled secretly.
Even Christine couldn't help turning her head, and it looked like she was struggling hard.
But the next moment, Xiu Yi said with great seriousness: "She has been my idol since I was a child. I have always been proud of having such a sister. This year, I stole her sister's achievements and stole her wisdom. I was ashamed of taking her credit, but today is also the time to officially return her glory to her. In the future, the Dardanelle family will make more progress under the leadership of my sister. Brilliant achievement. "
"Well said, Master Dardaniel, I think we should be sorry for our disregard for Miss Claudia."
"It doesn't matter, the days are long, and the Dardanelle family will always cooperate with everyone."
"Well said, I wish all of us happy cooperation forever." Viscount Radour cried, and everyone toasted and drank.
Looking back, Xiu blinked at Christine playfully, and Christine stomped him hard.
This little will always lie to the dead.
The time since Her Majesty's driving is getting closer and closer, the open air platform is full of Imperial Warriors and the Royal Guard. Everyone who enters and exits here must be scrutinized and identified to ensure the safety of His Majesty.
Some real strong men are beginning to appear near the platform. Even if you just glance casually, you can see many senior warriors cruising nearby, with sharp eyes, and scanning the nearby crowd from time to time. Although all the nobles who can come here are named and nobles, these warriors did not dare to slack off.
This also makes some nobles feel uncomfortable.
Viscount Radour said: "Please do n’t laugh at me. In fact, I am an ambitious person and never thought of a big man. My favorite thing is to deal with money, so the family will let me take charge. Take care of the family business. Sometimes I find it difficult to understand the benefits of being a big man. You see, they have to be by the emperor's side every day. The process? And today, we come here, in the eyes of civilians, this may be the ultimate glory, a guarantee of status, but in my opinion, I might as well go to a small theater to watch a performance casually. Come and relax. "
"It's true. In fact, I don't like this kind of environment. But there is no way, the empire is in a troubled season." Jean; Brett said. One of the committees of the San Marino firm held an important post in the executive branch of the Empire, so Jean; although Brett was a businessman, he was quite clear about some of the affairs of the Empire. In fact, it is difficult for businessmen and politicians to distinguish completely. Politics and money have always been inextricably linked. Although some top big businessmen have no official positions, they may not have less power than some ordinary officials. Jean; Brett is such a person, otherwise he would not be able to stand on the platform of the Royal Coliseum with a lot of nobles.
"Do you mean that Hugh Gladre?" Viscount Radul asked, and everyone's heartbeat accelerated as soon as the name was mentioned.
Jean; Bray nodded: "Do you still remember the Lanya Grand Theater in Xiangye City? That young man killed Abrit in the eyes of the public. He has a powerful ability to arrange many lawmakers' legal arrays. In Luo He even killed Commander Raschel's most important assistants when he was in José, but he didn't show up. So the empire was nervous, and they were afraid that all this would happen again here. "
"No wonder this time the vigilance is more severe than ever."
"Speaking of Raschel, Sisser, I remember that guy once suspected that you were Xiu Gail?" Someone said to Xiu.
Immediately someone retorted: "Don't mention that stupid man, our Heather is so good, how could it be that killer? Raschel has been fired, he is nothing now, and it is impossible to just suspect anyone.
"That's weird." Suddenly someone said, "Since he was fired, why can he still be here today? He's not qualified enough at all."
Xiu Yi originally listened to everyone with a smile and easily didn't interrupt, but at this moment, she was shocked to hear this sentence. This is also the partner of the Dardanelle family, from another more powerful family, and has a better relationship with Hodin, his name is Garrod.
Xiuyi was busy asking at this moment: "Mr. Garrod, do you say you saw Raschel appear here?"
"Yes." Garrod nodded. "Over there."
He pointed his finger deep into the crowd.
Looking in the direction of Garrod's fingers, Xiu searched for Raschel's trail. Finally, he saw Raschel among a large group of people, this old fox, now standing in the distance, looking at himself with a glass of wine.
Perhaps catching his own eyes, Raschel raised his glass to Yao Yao.
Then he made an action.
Seeing this movement, Xiu Yi moved.
He said to everyone, "Sorry for missing me, I have some things to do. Christine, please help me entertain my friends and call Claudia."
Then he pushed the crowd away and walked towards Raschel.
Perhaps seeing Xiuyi coming, if Raschel intentionally or inadvertently walked towards the open space.
He alone.
Xiu came to stand next to him, holding the railing as if looking at the scenery, and as if he did not know Raschel, whispered, "Do you know? You are one of the few men in the world who can make my heart beat . When I see you, I can feel a little nervous. "
"It's such an honor. I can't think I'm so charming at my age." Raschel also answered with humor.
"Can you ask why you are here?" Xiu asked him.
"Enjoy the show."
"What kind of performance?"
"Oh, that's hard to say. I remember there was a very good performance in Xiangye City. The young man almost conquered the audience. Unfortunately, I was blinded by one of his tricks. As a result, I missed a gorgeous performance, but this time, I plan to set up a stage with the young man and sing a good show. "
"I don't plan to kill here today," Xiu said immediately, "so I'm afraid I can't be with you."
"Really?" Raschel looked at Xiuyi. "You asked the head of the violet to leak the news, tell the magicians that you would appear here, and then tell me now that you don't plan to kill here today?"
"It's true." Xiu answered very seriously: "The empire is no longer my enemy. I'm sorry I can't tell you too much, but one day you will understand. As for Arcane Tower, my relationship with them I have n’t reached the point where the water is so hot. I just plan to give them some colors and lessons, but they wo n’t kill ... Well, even if they are murders, they will not be killed here. So Mr. Raschel, if you are nervous, I will be here What you have to do to get here, you don't have to be so nervous. "
"If I was really nervous, what would you do, I would just call out that you are repairing Iglesias instead of standing here pretending to look for you." Raschel sneered.
"What did you say? So you did come for me?" Xiu Yi stunned.
Raschel said coldly: "The Arcane Tower killed Padgett, and then blamed you, hoping that I could help you find out for them. They don't know who I already know who you are, nor would they think of them at all Can't lie to me. Now you understand? "
Xiu Yi was shocked.
After standing for a while, Xiu Yi nodded: "So, do I need to do anything for you?"
Raschel looked at Xiu with a bit of surprise: "No need, Xiu Yilaier, thank you for your kindness, but we are not friends yet. I would like to remind you that although the people of Arcane Tower tried to use me, but Does n’t mean I wo n’t cooperate with them. Since I ’m here, I already have a plan. Honestly I do n’t mind helping the Arcane Tower to dig you out, because I really want to watch you and They fought. The reason why I want to tell you this is because I want you both to die clean and there is nothing left. If you don't prepare in advance, you may lose. But anyway, I am now Remind you, then you should be ready. I will surely dig you out today and present it to everyone, let them know that Cissed Darnell ... that is Shuigler. "
"Really?" Xiuyi chuckled. "How about a bet? You can't prove in any way that I am Xiuhaile, and you can't force me out. Xiuhaile will not be here today." Dedication, the Dardanelles will also stand. "
"What if I did it?"
"Then everything is as you wish, no matter if I or someone from the Arcane Tower is dead, you will be very happy. But if I win ... Mr. Raschel, from now on, you follow me. How?"
"It's all about."
"It's all about."
Raschel took a deep look at Xiuyi: "Shuyilaier, I don't know where you came from with confidence, but today, you can't get out of here alive."
Xiu smiled slightly and didn't answer Raschel anymore. He left on his own.
As he left, he whispered to himself: "You're right, Mr. Raschel, maybe I really can't go out alive, but I can ... go out dead. This bet, I won." ~!