Alien Knights

Rachel stood up, looked at the rushing river in front of her, shook off the water stains on her hands, and said calmly: "Unfortunately, we will never be able to step into the same river at different times."

Seeing the back of her walking towards the temple, Sabrina's eyes gradually lost focus, an expression of worrying about gain and loss appeared on her face, and her thoughts flew to an untouchable distance.

Under the strange eyes of the believers of the mother goddess, Rachel walked through the corridor of the temple and stood at the door of Elder Eliard's room.

She took a deep breath, collected herself, and stretched out her hand to knock on the door.

"Come in, the door is open."

The old voice in the room made Rachel froze.

Lowering her head, Rachel gently opened the door and said softly, "Sorry, I'm coming in."

Eliade, who was wearing a gray robe, sat on his favorite carved wooden chair, his white beard almost fell to the ground.

He put down the "Compendium of Microorganisms" in his hand, and looked at Rachel with a smile: "Compared to the past, you are more polite. I remember when you were young, you kicked the door when you entered."

Rachel laughed twice, looked at the book in the old man's hand: "Are you reading a book written by Terrence?"

Eliade shook the book in his hand: "That old guy, the problem with writing books has not changed at all. The principle can be clearly explained in two or three sentences, but he insists on writing a long paragraph of supporting evidence and analysis. See It's a headache."

"Master Terrence's lectures at Muxi University are always full of people. In order to listen to his lectures, some people are even willing to climb on the beams, hugging the wooden rafters, and taking notes at the same time."

Rachel's exaggerated expression and lifelike movements made Eliade laugh out loud.

"That old guy, his favorite thing is to write books and give lectures. The more people praise him, the happier he is, haha! Even if he is seriously ill, as long as someone invites him to give a lecture, he will definitely run faster than a rabbit Hurry up!"

The happy, child-like old man in front of her made Rachel look nostalgic.

"You have been very close to Master Terrence since a long time ago."

Eliade shook his head while laughing and said, "No, no, no! It's not that we have a good relationship, but that in the Jade Alliance, he is the guy who likes to argue with me the most."

Rachel nodded: "I heard you talk about the Jade Alliance, four young scholars who traveled around in search of the truth."

"More than forty years ago, Theodore and I were still stewards in the Presbyterian Church. In order to study academics and also to stay away from the internal turmoil at that time, the two of us found an excuse to travel together and travel around the mainland. On the way, we met two more students of Taylor's Royal College - Yarborough and Terrence."

"After getting along for a few days, the four of us discovered that we all had the same pursuit and hobbies. So, four young people who didn't know the heights of the sky and the earth formed a nondescript club - the Jade Alliance."

"When I was young, I called that Terrence guy a rock. He had a foul temper and could argue with you all day over a word or sentence. If you wouldn't surrender, he would even sleep , will keep nagging in your ears."

"Arborough is the youngest of the four of us, but his calm personality and thoughtful mind make him look like the oldest among us. Sometimes, what he said in a day is different. There will be more than three sentences; but sometimes, a sentence he occasionally says can make you think for three days."

"And... Theodore, alas, that old bastard. When he was young, he was outspoken and aggressive. He once nearly lost his life in a fight with a gang of rascals over a rogue. He also fought with A crown prince was so jealous that he ran to someone else's bedside in the middle of the night and urinated on the latter's mouth... But when it comes to academics and the study of truth, his enthusiasm is not lost to any of us... His death is such a pity..."

Seeing Eliard immersed in grief, Rachel didn't speak, just quietly waiting for him to recover.

When the old man's mood stabilized a bit, Rachel said: "When I was young, I heard you mention the jade alliance more than once. But, you might as well look at it now, among the four people, only Tyron We have gained real academic freedom."

Eliade gave Rachel a sharp look, waiting for the other's next words.

Rachel bravely met the other party's gaze, and continued: "Abel chose to join the church, and is now under house arrest; although you are one of the three elders of the Presbyterian Church, the people around you only care about power and power , scoffs at academics; and Theodore . . . "

Eliade waved his hand and said: "What you want to say is that in the Jade Alliance back then, only Terrence is living the most beautiful life now, and all of this is thanks to Muxicheng. So, you want to persuade me and Muxicheng cooperate?"

Rachel looked at the books on the table and said in a low voice: "Elder Eliard, this is not a question of whether you are beautiful or not, but what you value most. Only Muxi City can help you complete it."

Eliade frowned: "What is my most important thing?"

Rachel took out a document from her pocket and gently placed it on the table: "This is a king's decree issued by the Holy King of Muxi City."

Eliade picked up the document and read the title of the document: "Trial measures and related regulations on the popularization of heterogeneous species?"

"I grew up under your protection, and what I heard the most was how the alien race is discriminated against and persecuted in this world. Therefore, your greatest wish is to use what you have learned all your life to realize the freedom of the alien race and dignity." Rachel's eyes sparkled: "This document is the answer I found."

After reading the entire king's decree, Eliade kept his eyes on Todd's autograph. After a long time, he suddenly raised his head and said to Rachel: "I once received a letter from Theodore, and he wrote it in the letter. He lavishly praised Todd Fisher, and he also said that he planned to go back to the Presbyterian Church and talk to me about his experience in detail. However, before he came back, the messenger brought bad news."

"Theodore is a proud person. It can even be said that he has a bit of arrogance. Back then, if he had not offended too many people because of his personality, it would not have been my turn to be the elder of the Presbyterian Church. However, it is such a person who can actually spend most of the letter in the letter to praise a person, which makes me very interested."

Rachel's eyes lit up, and she said expectantly, "So, are you willing to...?"

"Wait a minute, don't worry, listen to me." Iliad said in a deep voice: "The Holy King of Muxi City may be an excellent person. Under his leadership, Muxi City may become a prosperous A start of prosperity. But how long will this prosperity last?"

Rachel was taken aback: "How long?"

"The situation in Muxi City, I believe anyone with a discerning eye can see what's going on. The Southern Empire will launch an offensive soon, and the church in the East is also eyeing it. The reuse of alien species in Muxi City is not so much a decision, but a helpless choice .”

"In the face of enemies with better equipment and more people than ourselves, alien species will become the most useful tool of war." Iliad said earnestly: "However, after the war is over, how will alien species be treated? ?”

Rachel anxiously pointed to the king's decree, and said to Eliade: "However, the king has signed the document himself, stating that he will encourage and increase the popularity of heterogeneous species; and, you must know, the Holy King of Muxi City, he I am a heterogeneous..."

Eliard looked at the other person's expression and sighed deeply: "Rachel, you got the point of the matter wrong. The reason why alien species are oppressed is not because this race is different from normal people, but because of the power of alien species. , terrified those in power."

"If it's just ordinary people who are dissatisfied with those in power, the most they can do is pick up a pitchfork and sickle and start a riot; but if the opponent is a heterogeneous species, it is entirely possible for the power in power to lose his head while he is asleep. Therefore, Any person or organization that gains power, no matter whether he (they) is a heterogeneous or not, will inevitably suppress the heterogeneous ethnic group after the political environment is stable, because the heterogeneous ethnic group, compared with normal people, is more sensitive to those in power. pose a greater threat."

Seeing that Rachel was deep in thought, Eliade patted the file with his fingers: "If I guessed correctly, the popularization of alien species mentioned by the Holy King will only open up a limited number of abilities, and the power of alien species There will also be corresponding restrictions. This approach just shows his fear of alien species."

Rachel shook her head firmly: "Todd is not that kind of person."

Eliade closed his eyes: "He may not be, but what about his designated heir? In other words, will the future ruling class of this kingdom allow a group of powerful ethnic groups to overthrow themselves at any time?"

Rachel pursed her lips and remained silent.