Summoning the Holy Sword

It was endless darkness.

The dark and thick mist obscured the whole world. The dark and thick clouds rolled on the sky, and a deep thunder sounded, echoed, and then disappeared. And the shroud here is still deadly silence. There is no life, no death, no hope, no despair.

Yes, just absolute nothingness.

The mist gradually dissipated, the thunder became louder, and the flash penetrated the clouds and hit the ground.

It was dazzling white, and the white ground couldn't even open his eyes under the light of thunder. Along with the fog, the snow-white spread like a carpet, extending all the way to the distant platform. But that's not a carpet. If you look closely, you will find that it is like mountain bones.

"!!!"

Christie opened her eyes sharply and jumped up like a frightened bunny.

At this time in the afternoon, the warm sunlight poured in from the window, bringing a kind of lazy warmth. The clean and comfortable room was very quiet. When the window was opened, the noise and music secretly closed in the distance slipped in , Brought a bit of tranquility here.

"call……"

The girl stood at the window, stretched out her hand and held her chest, exhaling a long breath.

This dream is again.

Since the girl was born, this dream has been around her, reminding her of her existence anytime, anywhere. The scene in the dream Christie can't remember well, but only then the mood still remains in her heart, It was a melancholy, almost suffocating indifference, sadness, and indifference with unparalleled despair. The girl didn't understand what the dream meant, and she had been eager to find the answer, but every time the girl tried to dig deeper into the dream itself, there was a powerful force to force her out of it, causing the girl pain.

Even Rhodes couldn't explain this dream to himself. The clever and wise Sister Marin also had no clue, but Sister Qilian occasionally looked at her with a very weird look, as if she was a rare and rare animal . However, Christy did not unexpectedly feel resentment. On the contrary, she felt a little familiarity and intimacy from Qilian-but Christie herself did not know why.

"Well."

Just then, the knock on the door sounded, and the girl was startled. She turned around and walked in front of the room door to open the door. It appeared to Christine's face with a soft smile.

"Good afternoon, Christie, didn't bother you?"

"... No ... Marlene ... I just woke up ..."

Christie shook her head and stared curiously at the girl in front of her. In her impression, Marlene was not the kind of person who liked to run around. Different from Sister Anne—the latter always likes to come to their room when everything is OK, sometimes they want to chat with themselves, sometimes they just want to share some delicious and strange food with themselves, and even I also wanted to give myself a frothy drink. Of course, this was firmly stopped by Sister Li Jie who was always with her.

Now Christie is not as afraid of life and avoiding the three young girls as before. The original fear of loss seems to have weakened a lot with the meticulous care of everyone. Now girls have begun to open up and accept the goodwill of others. But the reward was not necessarily as good as she wished. It was like watching Annie's palm pierced by a dagger in the arena yesterday afternoon. At that moment, Christie even felt that her heart had stopped beating. She never thought that it would be so difficult and painful for a person to worry about it. Even the girl doubted whether her choice was correct—the more she opened up and accepted the existence of others, then did it mean that she would still be in the future? Are there more such worries and anxieties?

The girl didn't know.

"……Is there a problem……?"

"Mr. Rhode is not with you?"

"... not ..."

I don't know why, Christie felt that while Malin heard her answer, she seemed to be a little relaxed. She tilted her head a little confused, but before the girl figured out what was going on, Malin had already said— —Her complexion was reddish.

"That's it, Christie ... I have something to ask of you ... I hope you can give me a picture."

"……a painting?"

Upon hearing this, Christie's eyes lit up, and a smile quickly appeared on her face.

"... Marlin wants nothing to worry about? Which one do you want? I'll get it for you ..."

Facing Christie's inquiries, Malin's complexion was a little embarrassing. She looked around for a while, then leaned down, and whispered something in Christie's ear, and after hearing Marin's speech, Christie was suddenly realized Nodded her, then she trot all the way to the desk, took a picture from the folder, and gave it to Marin. Seeing this picture, Marin showed a smile of relaxation. She took the picture from Christie's hand seriously, then folded it and put it in her arms.

"Thank you ... Christie."

"... You're welcome ... Marlene."

Facing Marlene's thanks, Christie shook her head slightly.

"... this is the only thing I can do ... if you like it ... I'm very happy ..."

"Of course I like it, then ..."

Marin's words did not finish, because at this moment, Li Jie's voice suddenly sounded.

"Ah, Marilyn, you are here."

Upon hearing Li Jie's voice, Ma Lin closed her mouth. She turned around and looked at Li Jie in surprise, while her hands were somewhat unnaturally behind her back.

"Lijie, is there anything wrong with me?"

"Is such that."

Li Jie didn't notice Malin's weird movement. She trot all the way to Malin, and then she took a deep breath several times before continuing.

"A guest came to you and said there was something they wanted to discuss with you."

"Guest? Looking for me?"

Upon hearing Li Jie's answer, Ma Lin frowned slightly.

"who is it?"

"She claims to be the eldest daughter of the Nancy family, and she is your friend ..."

Speaking of which, Li Jie's expression was a little weird. It ’s no wonder, after all, although she and Malin said that they are very close friends, they have n’t seen each other for a long time. It ’s understandable that Malin had new friends during this period, but Li Jie still feels weird— ——Because Marlene never had such a person in front of her. If she is really a good friend of Marlene, Li Jie's understanding of Marlene can't be silent.

And, the attitude of that Miss Allanson ...

"I see. I'll see."

Marilyn was keenly aware of Li Jie's strange and embarrassing emotions, so she didn't say much, but quickly turned around and walked towards the meeting room. Lijie and Christie stood in place, staring at her back for a while, and then hurried to follow.

Entering the parlor room, Ma Lin soon saw the young girl who was slightly smaller than herself sitting on the sofa. She was wearing an aristocratic girl's dress, put her fists on her knees, and waited anxiously. Seeing the arrival of Malin, the girl's originally panicked face showed a relieved expression. She showed a warm smile, stood up, and trot all the way to Malin.

"Sister, I finally saw you!"

"Allanson?"

Looking at the girl standing in front of herself, Malin frowned slightly, a look of displeasure flashed from her eyebrows.

"What are you doing here? I remember that it was clear through the magic servant before. I am very busy now. Is there anything I can't say after the Midsummer Festival?"

"But ... I miss my sister."

The girl named Allanson bit her own lower lip, and a puppet-like expression appeared on her face.

"Sister Sister has left Gold City for a long time. I have always missed Sister Sister. Now I heard that Sister Sister finally returned. Of course I look forward to meeting Sister Sister as soon as possible ... Yes, Sister Sister, you should not have this afternoon What is it, how about we go for a cup of tea together? The blessing of the Midsummer Festival, there have been many precious commodities recently, right, and the black leaf tea that my sister loves most ... "

Facing Elanson, who was rushing with excitement, Marin held her forehead with a headache. She wanted to refuse each other, but it was difficult to speak.

Allanson. Nancy is Marilyn's friend in the college.

It is not accurate to say that they are friends. The Nancy family and the Xenia family have been close friends. Since childhood, Alanson has always admired Marin as her sister, but Marin is not as close to Alanson as Lijie. Perhaps because of the latter's humble attitude and expression of admiration, it was difficult for Marlene to treat her as a friend of the same age. After entering the college, few people dared to contact her because of her proud surname. Only Allanson was close because of her family relationship and admiration for her. Although it was not possible to talk to Li Jie all the time, Ma Lin also took care of and treated her like a younger sister.

But sometimes, Alanson's performance is to make Marlen helpless-as it is now.

She was determined to refuse the invitation from the other party. After all, it was not a good time to drink tea and talk, but it was a bit difficult to talk to her lips. In any case, Alanson's relationship with herself was really good. The eldest daughter of the Greek family, Marin also had to consider that the relationship between her own family and the other's family also needed to be maintained. After all, she is also the heir to the Xenia family and cannot do what she likes.

This is the way of communication between the nobles.

Thinking of this, Marin sighed. In these days of the mercenary regiment, she felt quick and relaxed. Because here, she doesn't need to worry about her identity, and she doesn't need to worry about her identity. She can freely express her likes and dislikes. But now, back to the Golden City, although the prosperity here far exceeds the deep-seated city in the backcountry, but Marin feels that she lacks the unrestrained freedom of the past.

There are gains and losses.

Allanson personally came to invite herself, so it was not easy for her not to lose face, and just as Allanson said, there are actually no things that need to be dealt with. Annie was full and slept all day long. She was so badly injured yesterday that she forgot to sleep. In addition, the station is closely guarded, and there is no fear that they will be found. As for her dangerous surname, Marin didn't consider it too much. If there is a hunk in the kind of deep stone city, some people may dare to take shots without hearing their own names. There are few people who do it. What's more, even if they really want to do this, is the strength of their Central Masters good-looking?

After thinking about it, Malin didn't think the problem was too great, so the girl hesitated for a moment in the face of Alanson's invitation, and finally nodded.

"Well, if it's just tea ... I can take some time."

"That's great!"

When she heard Marin's answer, Allanson smiled with joy, her excited face turned red, and even a little water vapor appeared in her eyes. Seeing that, she really cared about the invitation very much. And looking at the expression of the girl, Marin also felt a little regretted, she may not pay too much attention to the people around her.

Thinking of this, Marlene thought back, then she turned her head and looked at Li Jie and Christie.

"So, Lijie, Christie, let me go out and tell Mr. Rod for me. I will be back as soon as possible."

"Okay, no problem, Marilyn."

Liejie nodded in a hurry to hear Marin's words, and she didn't notice. At this moment, Allanson was secretly staring at herself, but in her eyes she quickly passed a trace of fierce and disgusting. Look, but this was only a moment. After the two had finished speaking, Allanson regained her enthusiastic smile again. She took hold of Marin's hand and took her out of the living room—-I do n’t know Why, Li Jie always feels that the other party's attitude seems to be half of it.

At the entrance of the station, the luxurious carriage was already ready to continue, and Ma Lin nodded to the two again, then turned and stepped onto the carriage. In the face of Marlene's greetings, Lijie and Christie also hurriedly waved, but Alanson didn't seem to want them to do so. She looked at them coldly, and then came to the driver and said with a low voice. What, then turned to the carriage and closed the door.

Soon, the carriage started and quickly left the station.

"That sister doesn't seem to like us very much."

It wasn't until this time that Christie let go, and said a little uneasily. She has been bullied for so many years. She is very sensitive to other people's psychological characteristics and surname responses. Although Allanson covered up very well, Christie was keenly aware of the deep hostility and opposition to the other side. Their disdain, which made the girls feel a little unhappy, not because they were taken lightly by others, but because she felt that such people were not worthy of being a good friend of Sister Marin.

"... Go back, Christie."

However, Li Jie did not respond to Christie's words. She just watched the back of the carriage disappear, and then shook her head. Unlike Christie, Li Jie was able to appreciate Marin's mood. Although she has been out of town for so many years, after all, she was a child. Her Royal Highness, the princess who grew up in the court, has not seen pork but also seen pigs running after communication between nobles, so Li Jie was able to make Marin's decision. Although she was the same as Christie, she was more mature than the other.

Thinking of this, Li Jie took Christie's hand and turned away.

The luxurious carriage passed through the street to a relatively remote and secluded settlement, which looks very beautiful. The cobbled pavement and clear spring water, as well as the neat green trees and the beautiful sculptures on both sides, seem to make the People are relaxed and happy.

"This is not your home, Allanson."

Stepping out of the carriage and looking at the street scenes on both sides, Malin frowned, and in the face of her problems, Alanson smiled slightly.

"This is my place to live outside, my sister. The environment here is very nice and quiet, and I don't feel noisy. I'm not afraid to be disturbed. It's a good place."

"It does look good."

Looking at the beautifully decorated and elegant mansion in front of her eyes, Ma Lin nodded. Allanson walked forward with a slight smile. Soon, a waiter came forward, opened the door, and guided the two people into the mansion.

Like the exterior, the interior of the entire mansion is also very luxurious. A touch of sweet aroma seems to be absent in the air. The red velvet rug under the feet is very soft and comfortable. The two sides of the corridor are filled with delicate statues and oil paintings. Admiring these exquisite works of art, I followed Alanson to the reception room. Here, there are already exquisite desserts and steaming black tea. It looks like Alanson said, it is just an ordinary Afternoon tea time.

"Sister, come, please use tea, but this is the black leaf tea I got after a lot of work?"

Allanson extended her hand diligently and poured a cup of black tea for Malin herself, and Malin did not refuse. She took the tea cup and took a sip. Soon, the bitterness and sweetness unique to black leaf tea spread in her mouth. Opening, people feel a sense of relaxed and relaxed.

"How is it, my sister?"

The girl with her hands on her cheeks stared at Malin, and in front of Alanson's inquiry, Malin nodded slightly with a smile.

"Very good, Alanson. It seems you know my preferences well."

"This is of course. You are my elder sister who I admire the most, and this cake is also a special product? Please try it, elder sister, this is from the south. Sweet and cold, very good eat."

As always, there was no nutritious dialogue between the nobles, and Malin was absent-minded and took the cake from Allanson, and instinctively responded decently. If Annie were here, she would definitely express a more candid opinion. Thinking of this, Marlene couldn't help but smile. Although eating definitely, Annie can't do like her noble ladies, but whenever she sees her very happy eating special food there, she will feel very happy ... … This feeling was never experienced at such a noble tea party.

"Sister, have you changed ..."

Just as Marin was tasting the cake, Allanson gazed at her and sighed. She lowered her eyes and flashed a shadow of pain and anger, but Marin was still immersed in her thoughts and didn't notice it.

"When I heard that you were leaving Gold City, I was very, very worried, always afraid of something wrong ... Now you are finally back, but ... you seem to have changed a lot."

"People will always change, Allanson, we are all growing, everyone will change, I will change, and so will you."

Ma Lin put down the knife and fork in her hand and looked at the girl next to her, but what she saw was a somewhat blank expression of Allanson.

"But I don't want to change, my sister, if I can, I would really like to keep my previous life forever, because change is not always a good thing, isn't it, my sister? You can deal with those who came from Low-level people show smiles, why are they so serious to me? Am I not as good as them? "

"Allanson?"

The surrounding air started to thicken, and the faint fragrance was now lingering around Marin as sweet as honey. The girl shook her head, and she felt that her consciousness was gradually becoming blurred. And everything around it seems to be distorted and reversed.

"Sister, why?"

Ma Lin looked up, watching Alanson's deformed body stand up and came to her.

"Why, I have always admired you so much, but why would you rather treat those inferiors as your friends rather than treat me as your friend?"

"Allan ... you are ..."

Marin clenched her hands. She had instinctively noticed something awkward. The girl opened her mouth and wanted to sing a curse, but in the next moment, she couldn't even make a sound. In front of her eyes, Allanson's figure began to become more blurred and distorted. The whole world, like a haha ​​mirror, rotated in front of Marin's eyes, her body began to become hot, and the power began to flow away quickly ...

"But these are okay, my sister ... as you said, everyone will change, and so will I, and now I no longer desire your friendship ..."

The world around was dark and dark, with the disappearance of Allanson's voice, the infinite darkness completely devoured Marin's consciousness ...

(To be continued)