manynovel Chapter 363 The Lone Knight
Chapter 363 The Lone Knight
Chapter 363 The Lone Knight
The roads on the plateau are really difficult to travel.
Everywhere was bare rock, and even soil was a scarce commodity.
Although the land here is not as barren as Dick’s hometown, the Benson Gobi.
But Dick certainly didn't believe it could support a large population.
The air here is especially thin, which is what Dick finds most difficult to get used to.
Although Dick had learned some breathing techniques under Miss Harriet's guidance, it would be a stretch to say he had gotten used to it.
Thinking of this, Dick couldn't help but worry: Is Miss Harriet alright?
Before leaving, the tower had been sealed off from the inside, making it difficult for outsiders to force their way through.
Dick left the strange iron longsword to Duke Casey, just in case.
He was certainly worried about Miss Harriet and Duke Cathy, but he was undoubtedly more concerned about Peggy.
To be honest, Peggy is usually quite willful and capricious.
She would also take advantage of others' favoritism towards her to do things that would cause a lot of headaches.
But to say that Dick disliked Peggy is certainly not true.
Upon closer reflection, the feeling is quite subtle.
Sometimes he was really angry with Peggy, but he just couldn't bring himself to get angry at her.
Although Dick was good at controlling his emotions, and he was originally a retainer of the Peyton family.
But this feeling does not stem from either of these two things.
Perhaps Peggy was smart enough to accurately gauge the situation.
But it must be said that when Peggy puts aside her temper, she is actually a very lovable girl.
She is compassionate and can put herself in other people's shoes.
Even Dick was somewhat moved, especially when she frankly expressed her emotions.
As Dick left, Peggy gave him a hug.
She must have just been worried about Dick, but that worry was enough to move him.
Dick couldn't remember the last time he had received any care from others, let alone a hug.
He was very grateful to Peggy.
I couldn't help but think how wonderful it would be if Peggy could stay like this forever.
However, if Peggy were to lose some of her willfulness and capriciousness, she would no longer be Peggy.
Quietness and obedience are good, but they lack a certain spirituality.
But this will probably give Peggy's husband a real headache.
However, the man Peggy was about to marry was paralyzed.
Although he seemed to like Peggy, Peggy didn't like him.
As a knight, Dick shouldn't have such thoughts, but he still felt that Kenneth was not good enough for Peggy.
Hmm—Poor Peggy.
Dick felt sorry for her.
He hoped Peggy could be happy.
Although Peggy didn't like Dick and refused to become his wife.
But Dick was entrusted with a task by the loyal dog, and he hoped it would be in place of Hubert's share.
Before leaving, Peggy made Dick promise not to die and to return alive.
Dick agreed.
But can he really do it?
A true knight must keep his promise.
But in Peggy's presence, he was no longer a true knight.
He'd fooled Peggy many times, so fooling her one more time wouldn't hurt.
Even if it means death, Dick must complete the mission first.
Dick found it quite amusing; Peggy often didn't act like a young lady in front of him, and Dick wasn't a knight either.
Ha-Dick shook his head with a laugh. "We really do get in each other's way."
Dixon's gaze hardened.
Regardless, he had to ensure Peggy's survival.
At this moment, Dick was only dressed in civilian clothes.
The climate on the plateau is very cold, and even though summer has just ended, Dick couldn't help but rub his skin frequently.
However, he had not prepared any other clothes beforehand, and to avoid arousing suspicion, he could not equip himself with the fur-lined armor.
That's why Dick arrived at this plateau.
However, based on the clues provided by Miss Harriet, Dick felt that he was almost at Moonstone Castle.
Just then, Dick saw several dark figures appear ahead.
He quickly realized that it was a troop of fully armed soldiers galloping towards them on horseback.
"spray!"
Dick couldn't help but click his tongue in amazement.
In the end, he was still targeted by the soldiers.
That means there's a castle not far ahead.
A "splashing" sound came to my ears, and the river water was surging forward not far away.
Dick remembered that the river was called the Zhenyuan River, and it was the largest river on the plateau.
Moonstone Fortress stands beside the river.
Although it's best to avoid conflict, Dick is prepared for battle.
The cavalrymen approached and surrounded Dick.
He raised his spear and pointed it at Dick:
"Who are you, and what is your purpose in coming here?"
“I’m a businessman,” Dick said. “I’m here to do business.”
"And what about your goods?"
“I have no goods, only money,” Dick said. “I plan to buy goods on the plateau and sell some outside the plateau.”
What are you planning to buy?
"Moonstone".
This answer was Harriet's idea for Dick.
Harriet had experience operating in high-altitude areas, and she said that a businessman's identity was the least likely to arouse suspicion, since businessmen are people who wander around in order to survive.
The claim that moonstones are indeed unique to high-altitude regions is plausible.
More importantly, moonstones are produced in Moonstone Fortress.
It makes perfect sense that Dick wants to go to Moonstone Castle.
To everyone's surprise, the other party put away his gun, smiled, and said:
"Then you've come to the right place; Moonstone Fortress is just ahead."
Dick was taken aback: "You're all soldiers from Moonstone Keep?"
"Otherwise what?"
Hearing this, Dick couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
Finally—we've arrived!
Then, escorted by soldiers.
Dick arrived at the castle without incident.
Looking at the starry emblem of Moonstone Castle, painted on the flags fluttering above the castle, Dick knew he had come to the right place!
He immediately said to the soldiers, "I want to see your master, Count Morgan Zeman! I want to discuss a big deal with him!"
Harriet taught him this line; she said that if he said it to the soldiers at the city gate, he would be able to meet the master of the place.
Harriet's advice proved to be very effective.
Dick met Count Morgan in the audience hall, whose ceiling was inlaid with luminous stones.
"What business do you want to discuss with me?" the count asked, sitting on his high seat.
"Sir, I need to speak with you alone."
Upon hearing this, the other party immediately narrowed their eyes.
After considering it for only a few seconds, he dismissed the others.
Only then did Dick tell Count Morgan about Cathy's situation.
His eyes widened. "You're saying Duke Keshi is currently on the plateau?"
"That's right."
"How could you leave him alone in the enemy's tower!"
"This is Duke Keshi's intention."
"His father has really grown up."
Dick got straight to the point: "My lord, Duke Casey hopes you can provide moonstones."
To everyone's surprise, Morgan refused:
"It's impossible."
Upon hearing this, Dick frowned.
Morgan continued:
"Unless—you are truly as powerful as you just described."