The Original Vampire

In the north at the end of May, the temperature is not low.

But on the running river, a layer of ice was condensed.

"Hey~ Lord Viscount! I'm sure I can make it through!"

Above the ice, Master Kusius jumped up and down, showing Colin that his "masterpiece" was no problem.

Colin smiled and waved to Knight Logue: "Let's go."

The Knights of Logue took the lead and began to organize cavalry to cross the river.

At the same time, keep an eye out for possible Dawson family sentries.

However, Colin's group did not have a big goal, and they were all cavalry that came and went like the wind. Although the Dawson family was on the north bank of the River Run, it was impossible to completely block the entire river.

Of course, it would be different if the army was crossing the river.

This is also the reason why Colin only brought a thousand light cavalry here. If there are too many people, if they want to cross the river, they will be blocked by the Dawson family, which may be another fierce battle.

After crossing the Running River and walking for another half a day, Ke Lin and the others met the sentry cavalry of the Golden Lion Legion.

After revealing their identities, the sentries led Ke Lin and his party to the quarters of the Golden Lions.

In the evening, Colin finally saw a huge military camp and the golden lion flag fluttering in the wind.

The main generals of the Golden Lion Legion who got the news had already lined up outside the camp to welcome the arrival of Ke Lin and his party.

On the way here, Bachelor Dawn briefly introduced the high-level generals of the Golden Lions to Colin.

The commander of the legion, Knight Nelson, and his two deputies, Knight Louis and Knight Cambering.

Of course, as the direct army of the Saint Hilde family, the so-called commander of the Golden Lion Legion is actually just a name.

It is the Duke of St. Hilde who really controls this army. Of course, if it is the first heir of the Duke, such as the former Marquis Charles, he is also qualified to lead this army to fight.

It's just that now that the Duke of St. Hilde is dead, and the position of the Marquis of the North is vacant, it is debatable who this Golden Lion should obey.

At this time, the attitude of the legion commander, Knight Nelson, became crucial.

Knight Nelson is a middle-aged man with a majestic demeanor and extraordinary equipment.

With a height of two meters and a sturdy body, he seems to have an aura that is not angry and arrogant.

Cavalier Louis is older, his temples are a little gray, he always has a kind smile on his face, and he always speaks like a spring breeze.

Knight Cambering was just the opposite, with a cold temperament, taciturn, and a hideous scar on his face, which made him feel a little difficult to get along with.

These three knights are able to lead the Golden Lion Army, naturally they are deeply trusted by Duke St. Hilde, and their loyalty should be no problem.

After some greetings, Knight Nelson welcomed Colin and others into the barracks.

The last elite of the Saint Hilde family gathered here. The soldiers and horses lined up in an endless stream and the tents of the military camp that could not be seen at a glance, there was a kind of reassuring power to look at.

The 80,000-strong army is in good order, and it can be seen from here that Knight Nelson does have a very good commanding ability.

Entering the temporary command post, Knight Nelson asked straight to the point: "Miss Vera, Viscount Angele, I have heard the news of the Duke's death, but I just don't know if this is true or not?"

"It's true." Vera nodded sadly.

Then, she recounted what happened on the wedding day and some of her guesses about the murderer.

Knight Nelson listened silently, sadness and anger flowing in the tent.

When the three commanders of the Golden Lion Corps digested the news, Ke Lin coughed lightly and said:

"Everyone, I know that the death of the Duke has made you unacceptable for a while, and you must want to take revenge as soon as possible. However, now that the enemy is strong, the army of the Maynum family has also entered the north, and will soon appear in the Golden Lion Legion. The rear, so my suggestion is to withdraw to Winter City first, avoid its front for the time being, and then make further plans."

Colin's words didn't make much waves, and Knight Nelson still lowered his head, wondering what he was thinking.

Obviously, even if he had married Vera, Colin was still not qualified to mobilize this army.

"I also think that the army should be withdrawn. We can't bury the last elite force of the Saint Hilde family on the River River." Vera also agreed.

But Knight Nelson still did not speak.

The atmosphere in the tent gradually became awkward.

At this time, Knight Louis smiled and said:

"Viscount Angele, I know that you are really planning for the Golden Lion Army, but we are ordered by the Duke to intercept the Dawson family here. If we withdraw, the Dawson family will take the opportunity to cross the River Run and invade St. The Hilde family is directly under the territory, who will take this responsibility?"

Colin shook his head and retorted: "But if you are trapped here, wait until the Maynum family cuts off the back road of the army and fights with the Dawson family from both sides, the Golden Lions may not be able to escape the ending of defeat after all."

Knight Louis wanted to speak, but when he saw Knight Nelson standing up slowly, he resolutely shut up and threw the problem to the other party.

Knight Nelson's gaze swept across Colin's face, and finally stopped on Vera, and asked, "Miss Vera, where is the Duke's remains?"

"Just outside."

"Can we pay our respects to the remains of the Duke?"

"sure."

Vera immediately looked at Colin, who had to nod to Knight Logue, motioning him to push the coffin of Duke St. Hilde in.

The knight of Logue left with orders.

The tent fell into awkward silence again.

Colin and Maester Dawn looked at each other, and both could see the solemnity of each other.

The senior generals of the Golden Lions were more stubborn than they thought.

Just such stubbornness, in Colin's view, is somewhat inexplicable.

Even if Nelson and the others felt that Colin and Vera were not qualified to give orders to the Golden Lions, under the current circumstances, if the Golden Lions did not want to be attacked by both sides, the best option was to withdraw to Winter City.

Colin couldn't understand why Knight Nelson and others were so resistant to this suggestion.

Soon, Knight Logue pushed the coffin of Duke St. Hilde in.

The crowd immediately gathered around, ready to salute and mourn.

With a click, the coffin lid was slowly opened.

Colin stroked his chest with his left hand, bowed his head, and put on a sad expression just right on his face.

But then, he heard the questioning voice of Knight Nelson:

"Viscount Angele, are you sure this is the remains of the Duke?"

Um?

Colin raised his head suspiciously, looked at the coffin, and explained:

"Knight Nelson, the Duke has been petrified by an unknown forbidden spell, so his remains may look a little..."

Halfway through his words, Colin was also stunned on the spot.

Because he saw the stone sculpture of a Duke of Saint Hilde lying in the coffin.

Not the petrified Duke of St. Hilde!

The two look the same, but they are actually very different.

Whether it is the details of the face or the feeling it gives, Colin can confirm that it is not the remains of Duke Saint Hilde at all!

Just an ordinary duke statue.

Packed!

Colin was startled, and turned his head to meet the equally shocked gaze of Bachelor Dawn.

The eyes of the two crossed each other, and the same thought flashed in their hearts——

Morrison family!