Elf Slave Knight 24

Chapter 24 – Dangerous Bargains (3)

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One day until negotiations with the kingdom of Valois. The time has finally come to the next day.

The elven delegation consisted of 30 people in total.
And the envoys of the Kingdom of Valois also decided to fit 30 people.

In addition, the list of personnel who will participate in the negotiations has been communicated to each other. Of course, the list was delivered to Ardena, who was in command of the delegation’s escort troops, but after seeing the name ‘Allen Roxfield’ included in the list, she fell into trouble.

‘Allen Roxfield. The second seat of the Seven Swords of the Kingdom and a female knight commonly known as Mad Dog. A fortnight ago, he slaughtered all the prisoners in the north…’

After Ardena heard Allen Rockfield’s explanation to her Yushin, she investigated her information.

Mad dog.
He seemed to know why the female knight of Myoryeong had such an ugly nickname.

In front of her, she was busy praising her, calling her the lion of Roxfield, but when she was away, they called her mad dog, fearing madness and cruelty. That is Allen Roxfield, the seven swords of the kingdom with the alias of a mad dog.

‘A monster that kills everything that gets in her way, be it humans, demons, or even monsters. That monster is Gilead’s fiancee, the human woman named Allen Roxfield must be a devil wearing a violent monster’s mask.’

A woman named Allen Roxfield was a knight who wielded her sword, dominated solely by madness.

It is the type that Ardena hates the most.

A murderer in her own power who despises and disparages her life. A mere weapon of slaughter without honor and pride. Although she hadn’t seen the face, she could have guessed it from her documents related to her.

“Sister.”

The door opened and Alone came in.
Ardena was able to get out of her thoughts with her sister’s voice.

“Tomorrow, will it be okay?”

It is a question about Yushin.
Seeing her sister tremble with anxiety, Ardena tried to smile at her and nodded her head.

“Yushin Gilead will not appear at the negotiating scene. The negotiating place is Urhel, located inside the Aquitaine Mountains. However, the restorative Gilead will wait in Laseu, a little away from Urhel.”

The negotiating place is Urhel.
However, Yushin does not enter Urhel.

She was to stay in Raseu under the guard and surveillance of the elven knights. Because of her own wishes.

Yushin said that he was uneasy about Allen Rockfield’s name being on the list of envoys from the kingdom of Valois, and he wanted to stay in a city adjacent to Urhel. And after discussing with her superiors, it was confirmed that Ardena would stay in Laseu.

“Raseu…?”

Alone tilted her head, as if this was the first place she had heard of.

It was worth it.
Raseu was a very unfamiliar town to the extent that it was difficult to hear the name in my entire life. If it were not for this negotiation, Ardena would not have heard the name of Raseu.

“I’m afraid because I think Master might break his promise and leave. I know you’re not one to break promises, but…”

Her younger sister tended to depend on Yushin more than necessary.

Ardena expressed her concerns.
The pain of being betrayed by the person you trusted so much is very piercing.

I knew it through past experience. Ardena did not want her sister to follow the same path as her. She will definitely bring Yushin back to Valencia. Ardenna looked at Alone’s face and vowed to herself.

“The delegation is scheduled to gather in Laseu and climb the Aquitaine Mountains. We have to hurry to get to Urhel on time.”
“Yes.”
“Nothing to worry about. No different than usual Wait, it’s just a breakup for a very short time.”
“Okay, I believe you.”
“Thank you.”

Ardena cared for her sister wholeheartedly.

So, while she was somewhat unreasonable, she bought the Yushin Gilead as a slave in Pamplona.

Seeing Ardena caring for her sister, some elves “Look like mother and daughter.” I was about to say that. Of course, those elves were immediately miserable by Ardena.

“Your graduation exam. And even for tomorrow. In order for you to grow, you desperately need Yushin Gilead’s help.”

So that,
It can never be handed over to the kingdom of Valois.

Ardena stipulated that the reason she did not hand over Yushin to the Valois kingdom was because of her sister. Thoroughly hiding her heart, she said to herself that she was all for Alone.

* * *

The Elves of Liberia took the place of negotiations at the village of Urhel, located in the basin of the Aquitaine Mountains.

Urhel Village.
It was a village of hunters who made a living centered on the Aquitaine Mountains.

It was a small and poor place. Besides, the hunters in Urhel Village were human, but they were a tribe that interacted with elves. If an emergency occurred in Urhel, Urhel’s hunters would definitely stand on the side of the Elves.

“It is an advantageous place for elves. However, as long as Shin-Kyung Yu is taken hostage, we have no choice but to accept some disadvantages. Negotiations will break down if you don’t listen to their demands.”

Said Robert Dick.
The Minister of Finance of the Kingdom of Valois nodded at the words of the seven swords of the kingdom.

“It has to be. Because elves are clever and cunning. The risk of being attacked by them cannot be ruled out.”

Treasurer of the Kingdom of Valois,
Jacques Turgo.

The head of the kingdom’s delegation was determined to be Baron Turgo, a member of the royal cabinet.

Before heading to Urhel tomorrow, Turgot consulted with Roberdick to prepare for any contingencies the elves might take. But he had nothing to worry about. It is because there is a human weapon that can destroy any obstacle and any threat to the envoys of the kingdom.

“I will give the order to sword the sword. I don’t think there will be any disagreement, Sir Allen.”
“All right.”

At Turgo’s words, Allen nodded.

Because that was a prerequisite.
I made an appointment with Heinkel. He said he would not draw his sword unless the elves drew their swords first.

But how long will that promise last? All the citizens of the kingdom knew that Allen was an extremist who acted recklessly. Although he had promised Heinkel, the greatest swordsman in the kingdom, it was unclear whether he would be able to endure it to the end.

“Is it true that he deployed troops to Thermes?”

Roberdick asked.
Hearing the question, he nodded his head openly.

“I don’t know what the elves will do. If those cunning tribes do anything else, they will immediately send a signal and resort to force. I hope there will be no use of force, but nothing bad will happen just in case.”

And then,
An all-out war between humans and elves will unfold.

Prime Minister Turgo did not trust the elves. He wasn’t foolish enough to believe the words of the elves, who could be said to be his enemies.

He had a very cautious personality. He plans and carries out the work carefully so that he can. The same was true of this negotiation. In the future he negotiated with the elves, but in the back he prepared ready-made troops.

“Our goal is to rescue Gilead, the God of Restoration. Fighting the elves can be postponed until later. Rescue Yushin-kyung first.”
“Of course.”

Rober Dick nodded his head.
And so was Allen.

To Allen, a maniac of warfare, what is more important than fighting is the Restoration. He is an Allen famous for disobeying orders from his superiors, but he chooses to follow Turgo’s orders to prioritize the Restoration. To Allen, Yushin was the most precious person in the world.

‘Ardena Valencia… I will surely kill you with my own hands for the four years that stole my love.’

Aside from rescuing Yushin, Allen had another goal.

Ardena Valencia.
It is to kill the warrior chief of the Elf country, who is presumed to be the person who brought the Restoration to the Liberia Peninsula.

I swore with Heinkel. I won’t draw my sword until the enemy draws it. However, there are many ways to exploit the oath loophole. Allen has a reckless personality, but his head belongs to the very bright side. Of course, he had already prepared a plan to kill the elves.

* * *

Urhel Village is a very unusual place.
This is because most of the residents living in the village are human.

Although the elves would never allow humans to invade, they allowed humans to live in Urhel Village.

It was because the humans of Urhel Village had been allies with the elves for a long time, mixing blood and living hand-to-hand. There was a condition to pay taxes and tribute to the elven country, but Urhel Village had a symbiotic relationship with the elven country while continuing exchanges.

“Welcome. I have been waiting for the news.”

The hunters welcomed the elf envoy.

Those who have been hunting for generations of their ancestors.
It is said that the archery skills of hunters, handed down from their ancestors, surpass those of elves.

The residents of Urhel Village are the strength that the Elves are hiding. Although he had never been mobilized for a war yet, he had promised to join the Elven country if an all-out war with the Kingdom of Valois unfolded. So, the elves deliberately chose the village of Urhel as a place for negotiations.

“But it is strange. There is no feeling that the kingdom of Valois accepted it too readily.”

The general manager of the elven delegation,
Said Manuel Navas, looking around.

Something is not clear It was suspicious to think that humans who were known for being suspicious would accept negotiations taking place in a place that was no different from enemy territory.

They must have plans of their own, just as we’ve prepared some insurance and some traps. I don’t have a foolish expectation that humans will trust me like iron stone without any doubt. They readily accepted the negotiations because they clearly believed in something.

“Then we will take the rangers and send them to the border.”
“Don’t worry. Isn’t this mountain range the front yard of us elves? We will monitor your every move, even the smallest movements.”

12 Warriors of the Elf Country,
The twin sisters in charge of the 9th and 10th seats said.

Although they were twin sisters who were the lowest among the warrior commanders, their skills were excellent. So, Ardena entrusted them with a ranger unit that hides in her shadow and guards against intruders.

‘Watch out for Allen Roxfield. Because it’s never a friendly opponent. Think about why I have 3 seats and Allen has 2 seats. Avoid fighting as much as possible, but run away if you can. That’s a wise move.’

Before coming to Urhel,
Yushin, who was waiting in Raseu, gave this advice to Ardena, who was about to head to the place of negotiations.

Never fight Allen Roxfield. It was to the extent that he made a request to Shinshin several times.

At Yushin’s words to run away if possible, Ardena’s pride was hurt. However, seeing Yushin talking with a serious expression made her feel alarmed. It was because he, who always spoke in a playful way, rarely showed a sincere appearance.

“Ardena-sama.”

A ranger who was scouting outside approached.
The ranger elf took off the mask covering her face and spoke to Ardena.

“The kingdom bastards are coming.”
“Okay, wait at your assigned location.”
“Yes!”

Finally, the kingdom envoys arrive.
They were on their way to Urhel Village with the help of guides provided by the elves.

Ardena finally reorganized her armament. Is it because he heard Yushin’s warning? I suddenly started to get nervous. And the tension came to a climax when he saw the blue-haired female knight who arrived at Urhel Village with the kingdom’s delegation.

That’s the girl
I knew it instinctively. That woman is her own nemesis.

‘It’s creepy, is that human woman a mad dog…’

Ardena and Allen met their eyes.

It was a very brief moment.
Ardena, who met her gaze for a moment, felt an unknown chill.

Allen, on the other hand, was smiling. When she saw the figure of Ardena, Allen was so happy that her mouth hung in her ears. It was a laugh that tried to hide the fiercely burning intent to kill.