Green Tina Green

That evening.

This reassured the Goth Homeland Defense Bureau, which had noticed the unusual activity at the Elven camp and was on high alert.

They calmed down the Grand Duke and his family, who had woken up and were having fun in the middle of the night.

This comforted Princess Tina, who hadn't slept since Kang De left.

They reassured A Xing, who had smelled a strange odor.

Damn, I even went out of my way to take a hot bath.

In short, after coaxing them back to a deep sleep, Kang De tiptoed out of bed, sat at his desk, and leaned against the comfortable, large chair.

--By the way, I have many fond memories associated with this chair.

But that's not the point.

He simply sat there, savoring the memory of this reunion.

And they reminisced about the beautiful, memorable days of the past.

He thought about the Parrot, about what she used to be like, and about what she was like now. He and she had always been in sync, both before and now. Before, she was an exceptionally intelligent bird; now, she was the former queen of the elves. And he was certain that Malegith was on his side now.

Nothing could be more delightful than this.

As the Fire Thief's mission and the fog of shadows are gradually lifted, his former friend reappears beside him as a legendary hero, just as he had many years ago.

He thought of Parrot, and other animals too: the Funeral Chicken, the Bar-headed Goose, the Big White Goose, the Pigeon, the Kangaroo, the Honey Badger... He wondered who he would see next.

And so I kept remembering, reminiscing, daydreaming, and even indulging in fantasies.

He slumped onto the table, half asleep.

A smile still lingered at the corners of his mouth.

Anyway, it was great to see the Parrot again.

This pleasant and warm feeling vanished completely after about six hours.

I woke up in the morning, before I had even finished breakfast, and the Grand Duke, who was always busy with official duties, came over in person.

Grand Duke Reknos first inquired, as usual, about the progress of the locust research that Kang De had previously asked Goth's legal community to study. After receiving an affirmative reply and gratitude, he got to the point.

After giving Kang De a very strange look, followed by a very complex and subtle expression, the Grand Duke slowly said, "Today, the Emperor's camp of the Twilight Moon Invasion Force sent a note saying that the Phoenix King intends to visit Maple Leaf Palace to conduct friendly exchanges between the two countries of Song Moon, and to discuss the withdrawal of troops and subsequent peace treaty matters..."

Kang De's expression froze.

"And he specifically requested that you attend and accompany him, as the Phoenix King's guide and leader..." The Grand Duke's gaze became increasingly meaningful. "Do you have any clues?"

Kang De asked blankly, "Huh?"

He was already cursing in his mind like a pile driver.

Damn it!

That beast! What kind of trouble is he up to now?

The Duke stared at Kang De for a long time, to which Kang De responded with a bewildered expression.

Both sides were a little apprehensive.

To be honest, even the Grand Duke was a little panicked.

He was confident in his daughter's charm.

They also have confidence in the pride and taste of elves.

How could the mighty Phoenix King, Lord of the Twilight Moon, the most powerful monarch in the world, possibly take a fancy to a mere human? The idea of female elves marrying humans is nothing but a pathetic fantasy found in chivalric novels and bards' bawdy stories; the spiritual gap between them is even greater than the physiological differences.

But a lie repeated a thousand times... at least makes people suspicious.

First, there was that wicked painting; second, there was the terrible rumor that had recently spread rapidly. The Goth people were filled with great enthusiasm, constantly fabricating romantic tales between the Phoenix King and Kang De. The noble and military classes were the main force behind this rumor, making many people begin to believe it but not quite.

In the past two days, the Grand Duke has received all sorts of advice, both overt and covert.

They could be direct or subtle reminders to him that it was time to consider Princess Tina's marriage to Prince Kang De. The Grand Forbidden Spell Spellcaster hadn't even settled into his chariot called Goth yet, so they shouldn't let him be abducted.

As nobles, their rhetoric was indeed quite artistic.

Their themes often focus on praising Princess Tina's beauty, erudition, temperament, and charm, and then marvel at how the Grand Duke and Duchess were deeply favored by the gods. They say that such a daughter is like the most dazzling pearl in the world, and that just one could make the continent pale in comparison. The Grand Duke actually had three treasures, truly a blessing from the gods for Goth.

The implication is that there is no Kang De in this world that Princess Tina cannot handle.

If so, then add one or two more.

The Grand Duke, who understood immediately, nearly spat out a mouthful of blood. He wanted nothing more than to overturn the table and roar in fury—"That's my daughter! Why are you selling her so enthusiastically? Why didn't you let your daughter go?"

Of course, these were just thoughts; he didn't say them aloud.

Because he knew that if he said such a thing, the other party would be overjoyed and feel like they were floating on clouds.

In short, this is a very annoying matter.

He did not want his daughter to become a tool for a political marriage, but he could not avoid the fact that it was Kang De's Forbidden Spell that maintained Goth's independence and stability. He struggled to find a balance between his fatherly love and his monarchical responsibilities, and fell into a state of anxiety and uncertainty.

So much so that when the Phoenix King jumped right to his doorstep, his feelings were extremely complicated.

As a father, he did not want Kang De to meet the Phoenix King.

What if this generation's Queen of the Twilight Moon turns out to be a perverted elf with unconventional tastes and tastes, and she really falls for Kang De and bewitches Kang De? What then? Tina would lose her happiness, Goth would lose his protection, and it would be a complete loss.

But as a monarch, he simply could not refuse the Phoenix King's offer.

The two countries exchanged views, discussed the withdrawal of troops, and drafted a peace treaty.

Goth now needs a true finale to the war so that the reconstruction work can get back on track.

The Grand Duke glanced at Kang De, then at Tina, and sighed deeply, "I hope you can..."

Before he could finish speaking, Tina gently raised her hand, signaling her father to stop.

Then the princess looked at Kang De and asked softly, "Don't you want to see her?"

--No, it's not that I don't want to, it's that I'm afraid.

Issuing such an external proclamation at this time clearly shows that this Parrot is all about getting things done.

The thought of the schemes this scoundrel was plotting filled Kang De with a sense of self-destructive regret.

Back in the day, when he was bored and revisiting visual novels, he embraced a somewhat reckless attitude and relentlessly pursued thrills, playing everything from School Days to White Album. His Parrot was watching from his shoulder, Kang De, worried Parrot wouldn't understand, actually explained things to her while playing...

Now this scoundrel, disguised as Dairila, has come to Maple Leaf Fort. Facing A Xing and Tina, who knows what kind of trouble this rascal will cause...

Tina interpreted his unpredictable expression as resistance and guilt.

Although she didn't know why Kang De felt guilty, Princess Tina simply kept his guilt to herself for the time being and said, "You are a Grand Forbidden Spell Spellcaster. Even in the ancient times, when powerful figures emerged and stars shone brightly, you were a person widely revered and respected. You are fully qualified to refuse the Elf Lord's invitation."

Kang De remained silent.

Tina misunderstood his silence and gently patted the back of his hand. "Don't worry about Goth's interests. Do you think the elves will dare to refuse to negotiate just because you refuse this meeting? Right now, it's the elves, not us, who are trapped in enemy territory with hundreds of thousands of troops, unable to advance or retreat, and consuming huge amounts of supplies and military funds every day. They are the ones begging us to negotiate. If you don't want to see her, it's fine to leave her hanging."

Kang De forced a smile.

It can't be that light.

The one in charge of the expeditionary force isn't Dairila anymore, it's that sly Parrot in disguise causing all sorts of trouble! If I refuse her today, she'll probably just write me a love letter!

"... Never mind." He sighed. "It's better to see him."

Tina paused for a moment, then nodded and smiled, "I'll go with you."

And so they met.

The etiquette between countries is incredibly complicated, especially when it involves a meeting between the two countries' highest rulers. Twilight Moon prides itself on being the birthplace of Civilization and etiquette, and has many rules. Fortunately, this is not a formal official meeting, and considering the feelings of the Goth people, it was not organized in a grand manner.

However, Kang De strongly suggested that all the etiquette associated with indoor meetings and greetings be retained, saying, "We must let those with the sharp ears see the demeanor, composure, and pride of Goth."

The fifty-three-year-old court master of etiquette, who had served Teldrassil for generations and was the most loyal and exemplary Goth People, was so impressed by the words "we Goth" that he immediately vowed to arrange the entire meeting ceremony so meticulously that even the most discerning elf could not find a single oversight.

Thus, in the most solemn Hall of Respect of the King in the Maple Leaf Palace, under the solemn gaze of the members of the Taidariel Family, court officials, and the Queen's retinue, Grand Duke Teldrassil and the Elven Queen greeted each other amicably and conversed warmly according to the etiquette passed down from ancient times.

The entire process lasted an hour.

Everyone's eyes kept glancing in a certain direction.

While Her Majesty the Queen and the Grand Duke exchanged greetings with mysterious and elaborate ancient rituals and diplomatic exchanges, the Grand Master of Forbidden Spell, Lord Kang De, was leaning against a stone pillar, fiddling with a strange object. The object seemed to glow and faintly emitted strange sounds. It was black in the middle, with one blue and one red side, and its surface had strange protrusions and buttons.

They only saw His Excellency Kang De constantly shaking and pressing those buttons of various sizes, sometimes looking tense and sometimes relaxed, and they had no idea what he was doing.

Knowing Forbidden Spell allows one to do whatever one wants, and the Goth People clearly didn't intend to interfere, but the elves were very unhappy. This was obviously careless and showed no respect for the Queen.

As for Grand Duke Teldrassil, he saw it even more clearly—Her Majesty the Queen glanced at Kang De every five seconds on average, her displeasure and sneer barely concealed.

After the speeches concluded, an elven squire could no longer contain himself and said coldly, "Your Highness Kang De, His Majesty the Phoenix King's visit to the Maple Leaf Palace is for the sake of future peace between our two nations. Such goodwill is precious and significant, Goth People should accept it with gratitude. However, all I see is your disrespect!"

Kang De raised his head, his expression calm and indifferent. "Spirit, do not offer opinions on things you do not understand, and even less should you accuse me without cause."

"Unfounded accusations?" the other party sneered. "What were you doing bowing your head while Her Majesty the Queen and your Grand Duke were having diplomatic talks? Isn't that disrespectful?"

Kang De shook the Switch, his expression unchanged, and said, "This is a remote magical terminal I made. I was just using it to repair my alchemical weapon and optimize the structure of Forbidden Spell, so that I can better maintain the hard-won peace between the two countries that you mentioned."

The elf immediately blushed.

The Grand Duke clearly saw that His Majesty the Phoenix King's face clearly showed a "you're talking nonsense" expression. Although it was fleeting, he was not mistaken, because his sister, Hilmeria, presented a cold and aloof image to the outside world, like an iceberg snow lotus, but in private, her micro-expressions were extremely rich.

From a young age, he had been watching Hilmeria's rapid-fire facial expressions in serious situations, quickly letting loose and passing the time.

Then, the Phoenix King said, "Step back."

The elf, speechless with shock, immediately bowed and retreated back into the ranks of his companions in shame.

Let's continue.

Another half hour passed, and the two sides took their seats.

His Majesty the Phoenix King sat opposite Kang De.

Dressed in a magnificent and noble robe, she had a reserved expression and an air of nobility and aloofness.

You're pretending to be someone's mother.

This guy at least had some sense of propriety. He didn't act too wildly in public, nor did he do anything surprising or say anything outrageous—after all, if his words and actions were too different from Dairila's usual self, anyone could tell something was wrong.

Only the fleeting hint of mockery and cunning when their eyes occasionally met Kang De's revealed a bizarre and sordid soul beneath that beautiful exterior and luxurious attire.

She looked at A Xing for a while, and A Xing was staring back at her.

Malegith sighed silently, then turned her gaze to Tina's face.

Ah, she's a foreign woman.

We've known each other for a long time.

Back then, Kang De had lived on the Holy Seal Archipelago for over a year, and his mental state was increasingly worrying them. At that time, Pigeon suggested that Kang De was getting more and more irritable by his constant empty talk, and that some real action would be good. But the island was deserted, and they hadn't seen a single living person in a hundred years. Where were they going to find women?

Just then, the large foreign horse drifted ashore.

Back then, everyone had been sealed away for countless years and had long since lost all hope. They had no other thoughts, so when they saw such a beautiful woman, they could only be happy for Kang De. Without thinking twice, they kidnapped her and brought her to Kang De's side. Now, recalling the past, their feelings are quite different.

At this moment, Malegith has only one thought in mind.

Damn, those Pigeon are such a nuisance.

"Your Majesty," Tina's smile was elegant and beautiful, "What are you looking at?"

The Parrot said casually, "I'm curious, how did Princess Tina and Kang De meet?"

The princess said softly, "I have to thank your country for this. At that time, the Twilight Moon offensive was unstoppable, and Goth was in dire straits. My brothers and sisters were all fighting for their country, but I was the most useless. I could only serve as an envoy to the Empire to ask for help. I was blocked at sea by your country's warships and almost drowned. In the end, I was saved by Kang De. This was the beginning of my connection with him, which started because of a war, and he ended that war... This is fate."

--Damn, I knew it.

Those bastards who destroyed that wrecked ship were definitely the right thing to do! You guys are such troublemakers!

Malegith gritted her teeth in hatred, but outwardly remained calm. "Fate? Does Your Highness mean that fate brought you together?"

Tina turned to look at Kang De, her gentle smile bright and radiant, even attracting the admiring gazes of the elves—even this race, favored by the gods and born perfect, had to admit that, nourished by love, this princess, already stunningly beautiful, displayed unparalleled beauty.

Her tone was light yet firm. "Yes, meeting Kang De was the best thing that ever happened to me. I will always be grateful for it, grateful for the mysterious and unpredictable fate, grateful to the gods, and even grateful to you."

Malegith said calmly, "For you, Kang De single-handedly fought against Twilight Moon, thwarting us twice and saving a nation single-handedly... Now, the entire continent is talking about your love, and all the women on the continent envy you, Princess Tina. Do you feel that meeting Kang De is the most wonderful destiny of your life...?"

She smiled and said, "There must be quite a few women who share your thoughts."

Tina's smile remained composed, "Of course, how could a man as strong and compassionate as Kang De not have a shortage of women who admire him?"

The Phoenix King narrowed his eyes. "Aren't you worried?"

"Why worry? My fiancé is very popular, doesn't that prove my judgment was accurate and the preciousness of this destiny?" The princess looked at Kang De tenderly, her smile capable of bending steel.

The Grand Forbidden Spell Master was starting to feel the strain.

"Um..." he whispered, "Isn't this a formal meeting? Aren't we supposed to discuss the details of the withdrawal and the peace agreement? Aren't we supposed to talk about serious matters? Isn't it inappropriate to discuss such personal matters in this setting? It's awkward for everyone."

"I see, I was rude."

The Phoenix King looked enlightened, then bowed his head apologetically and said, "Since that's the case, let's get down to business. Regarding the mysterious Forbidden Spell attack on our camp last night, I have just obtained new intelligence. Please step aside for now; this information can only be shared with Kang De Highness Kant."

After she finished speaking, she waved to her followers, and the elves obeyed immediately and walked outside. Then the Phoenix King looked at the Grand Duke and his entourage.

"..."

"..."

"This is indeed very important intelligence, and it is of great importance. I can only discuss it with Kang De first. Please understand that this may be a frame-up by a terrible force that is hostile to both Goth and Twilight Moon."

The Phoenix King said in a deep voice, "We must take this seriously."

Since we've come this far...

After obtaining Kang De's consent, Goth People also left the room.

Before leaving, Tina kept looking at the Phoenix King, her brows slightly furrowed, lost in thought.

Close the door.

The barrier opened.

Sound isolation.

Kang De suddenly stood up, and at the same time, Malegith also jumped up.

The Parrot instantly leaped over the long negotiating table and darted toward Kang De.

Kang De dodged, his voice laced with bravado, and demanded, "What do you want to do!"

Malegith grinned wickedly, opened her arms, and rushed towards Kang De: "Come here! Let me hug you! Let me kiss you! I want to kiss you right here!"

"What's wrong with you? What are you doing?!"

"Isn't it exciting?!" the Parrot exclaimed, its eyes gleaming. "Otherwise, why would I say all that nonsense to that foreign woman? Leading her to reminisce about beautiful love stories, express her feelings, and immerse herself in pure love, while I'm right here in this house, right where she was sitting and getting all horny, cuddling her future husband and doing whatever I want, while she can only wait anxiously next door, full of worry, unable to hear anything! Isn't this incredibly satisfying way of playing the game what you taught me?!"

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PS1: Ugh, I was thinking, "I'll finish writing quickly so I can play Doom," but as soon as I thought about that, my train of thought was interrupted. So I neither finished writing early nor played Doom. Damn it... Who even played it? Was it fun?