Chapter 949

The army of hundreds of thousands of undead retreated to the Kanod Icefield in the northwest. Ren didn't let the Duke's guard rush to pursue it, and first sent a team of Thundercast Sky Soldiers to investigate secretly.

Turns out, it's not a tactic or a trap.

The undead army really retreated.

Even the tombs of the undead along the way to Lopost were emptied, and the undead army retreated from this area in a mighty manner, returning to the Karnold Icefield.

Ren's first reaction was a pity.

This war of attrition is like a meat grinder. He harvested the souls of millions of undead and stored a large number of soul diamonds in the pixel world. At the same time, they trained the Duke's Guard and gained a wealth of actual combat experience. Although there were more than 500 casualties, the three divisions that were built have all completed their transformation, and they already have a trace of the spirit of an iron-blooded army.

Then, he realized that things were not simple.

"Could it be noticed?" Ren frowned, feeling a little worried.

The souls of millions of undead disappeared. This number is not noticeable in the bottomless abyss, but it cannot be ignored in the main material world.

And the death lord is paying attention behind the scenes. He has the Necronomicon and may have discovered an abnormality.

The death lord must not guess that he can absorb souls, but through various signs, he may feel that this war of attrition is not right. An army of more than one million undead is nothing to him, even if he fights for another year, it will be no problem, otherwise, how could he give up Lopost so decisively?

Ren thought for a long time, but he was not sure what was going on.

He secretly contacted General Sanavia.

A moment later, the apocalypse knight lurking beside the death lord sent back news that the death lord had returned to Icecrown Fortress, but she didn't know the inside story.

"Pity……"

Ren sighed secretly, but he also raised his vigilance, thinking: "Be careful, and try to harvest demons in the future."

The army was then ordered to move on.

Because the army of undead retreated, there was almost no obstruction along the way. In just two days, the Duke's guards destroyed all the tombs of the undead along the way and entered the ruins of Lopost.

Tens of thousands of undead remained in the ruins of the city, and they were wiped out within a few hours.

After a short rest, the Duke's Guards began a carpet-like cleanup. Starting from Lopost, they spread to the west and north step by step. It took more than half a month to clear the undead within 300 miles of the city. The tomb is cleared.

Since then, this famous magic research city in the third era has been restored and formally brought under the rule of Rennes.

On the entire east coast of the New World, only the southernmost Sunshine State is still in the hands of the abyssal forces. More than 80% of the territory east of the Vallechia Mountains has become the territory of Rennes, with a total area equivalent to ten provinces. Well, it is close to one-third of the empire!

In this war, which lasted nearly two months, from beginning to end, only the Duke's Guard and Knights of the Holy Lance participated in the battle, and the Duke's Guard was the absolute main force.

The Ultramarines were never dispatched, and the Star Destroyers were never revealed.

The Duke's Guard Fight to Fame!

After the on-site investigation, Ren made a decision not to build the tower of the magic torch light in Lopost, but in a smaller city about 270 miles west of Lopost, named "Albany".

Porost is a coastal city. If a high tower were built here, half of the range illuminated by the magic torch would be shrouded in the sea, completely wasting.

The tower was built in Albany, and it can also protect the entire Lopost.

The area illuminated by the magic torch moves inland and can occupy a larger territory. Moreover, Albany has a canal dug by the Elven Empire. The west of this canal leads to the five largest inland lakes in the hinterland of the New World. At Albany, it meets the big river flowing to Gotham City, all the way south, and finally flows into Shield Island Bay. .

Therefore, Albany is the most important river transportation center in the northeast of the New World. Rebuilding the city can control the canal, re-dredging, and activate the water transportation system.

It can be said to serve multiple purposes.

Ren asked the Duke's guard to clear Albany's undead, and then continued to push westward for a hundred miles before stopping and building a line of defense.

The Stormcasters moved into Albany and began building towers at the chosen locations.

Because the core of Iola has not yet been manufactured, it will take at least half a year. In order to prevent the undead from counterattacking, the Duke's Guard must be permanently stationed in Albany. However, urban construction was not affected at all, and the two cities of Lopost and Albany were rebuilt simultaneously.

It took Rennes half a month to distribute the benefits of rebuilding the two cities to all parties in the empire, and everything was on the right track.

early summer.

On the big lawn in Maringa Manor.

Hundreds of well-dressed guests gathered around to watch as a young man and woman stood before an Earth Church archbishop to witness their vows and legal marriage.

"congratulations!"

The venerable archbishop is a legendary high-ranking priest. He has a thick book of the earth in his hand, and bestows blessings on the new couple in front of him.

clap clap...

Amidst the warm applause, the eyes of the guests, who were more and more immersed in joy and happiness, fell on a tall and handsome young man next to them from time to time. Their eyes were full of awe, but they didn't dare to look too much. move away.

Your Excellency the Praetorian!

Although the newlyweds are the protagonists today, but the consul is present, and no one can ignore his existence.

Ren is naturally aware of all this, but he has long been used to it.

He looked at the happy bride in a luxurious long dress and a wreath on her head, and then glanced at his father, old Bud, and mother, Malinda. There was a glimmer of haze.

The bride was his sister Kathy, Kathy Augustus.

Casey is not her own sister, but her father's adopted daughter. She is six years younger than herself, and she is twenty-five years old.

The average life expectancy of human beings in Allenus is only in their early fifties, and it is time for ordinary people to consider starting a family in their twenties.

Old Bud has been worrying about this matter, looking for a suitable husband's family for Casey.

But last month, Kathy suddenly announced that she was getting married.

The man came from a noble family, and he was not an ordinary noble, but the grandson of "Earl Harpby". Earl Harpby is a real nobleman, one of the great nobles who have continued since the founding of the empire. The current earl is a legendary warlock and an imperial councilor, with an extremely distinguished status.

For many years, Lord Happyby was a member of the Modus.

Wren became the consul to form a cabinet, rewarded for meritorious service, appointed Earl Harpby as the permanent secretary of the Ministry of the Interior, and was Viola's chief assistant.

Earl Harpby has many years of administrative experience. He is dedicated and loyal to his work, and he is absolutely his own.

Kathy is married to her grandson, which is also a good match.

Old Bud and his mother were very satisfied with the marriage, but Ryan could tell at a glance that Kathy's husband, Garrison Happyby, was by no means as pure as he appeared, as he himself claimed Like you, willing to do anything for love.

Garrison is a transcendent, mid-level ranger.

He is one of the most beloved grandchildren of Earl Harpby, but that's all. There are peers in the Harpby family who are talented and stronger than him, and it is almost impossible for Garrison to inherit the title of earl.

And Garrison was ten years older than Casey.

He was only a fifth-level ranger at the age of thirty-five, and his potential on the path of extraordinaryness had come to an end, and he had no hope of being promoted to a higher level in his life.

This guy's reputation in the family's fiefdom is also very bad. The famous playboy only restrained himself after coming to the imperial capital with his grandfather.

But Kathy didn't know.

Ren didn't notice this noble son at all before, and after investigation, he found out that Casey and Garrison met on a spring outing a few months ago. Don't know what happened.

After the spring outing, Garrison launches a ferocious courtship with Kathy.

Casey, who was just a country girl a few years ago, had never seen such a formation, and soon fell under Garrison's love offensive.

In less than a month, the two had a relationship in private.

The worst part is that Kathy is still pregnant.

Obviously, this was done intentionally by Garrison, and his purpose was obvious, not Kathy herself, but her surname.

Old Bud didn't want to make his family ugly, and Garrison behaved very well in front of him. He was very guilty and willing to take all the responsibilities. He really loved Kathy and wanted to marry her. Old Bud quickly forgave him. agreed to the marriage.

Malinda had no idea, and was happy that her daughter married into the Earl's family.

Both parents agreed, and Ryan had nothing to say.

After the newlyweds took their vows, melodious and beautiful music was played on the lawn. The guests dispersed and gathered together to chat in twos and threes. Young men and women danced among them. The waiter brought delicious food. The atmosphere was relaxed yet solemn. .

This is the first time Renn has participated in a wedding after time travel. The process is similar to the Western-style wedding in his previous life, but there are many differences.

Many rituals related to the beliefs of the gods were added to the wedding.

The three gods of the empire are all represented, but the most important gods at the wedding are the Mother Earth and the Long-haired Lady. The Mother Earth has the priesthood of "breeding", and her priest presides over the wedding, which means reproduction and good health; The long-haired lady is a symbol of love, and naturally she cannot be absent.

As the elder brother of the bride, Ryan has to participate in several processes and also deliver a speech.

He followed suit one by one and sent blessings in his speech.

Then came the banquet.

Ryan sat with his family, Viola sat beside him, and Brissett and Carlodi also rushed back from the New World to attend their sister's wedding.

The two hadn't seen each other for a long time, and they chatted very passionately.

Old Bud drank a lot of wine for pleasure, and was already a little drunk, and his mother Malinda was taking care of him. At the same table were the Earl of Happyby's family, the Countess and Garrison's parents, and Taylor Happyby's other accomplished children.

Ren is not in a high mood, so he doesn't talk much today.

Although he didn't reveal his thoughts, just sitting there put tremendous pressure on everyone. The atmosphere at the banquet seemed warm, but it was just an appearance deliberately maintained.

"Master Consul, Your Excellency, I would like to offer you a toast." Taylor Hapubi stood up and raised his glass.

Ren glanced at the handsome count, but did not respond immediately.

Immediately, everyone in the Hapuby family was trembling in their hearts.

Earl Harpby froze there, cursing the grandson who caused trouble in his heart. He knew exactly what Garrison was up to. He had already taught him a few times, but it couldn't be saved. The consul's sister got pregnant and regretted her marriage. The fate is even worse.

He sternly warned Garrison that after marriage, he must restrain his mind and take good care of his wife.

All the flowers and plants that were provoked outside were cut off.

At the same time, Earl Harbleby asked the Consul for many times, hoping to get the understanding of the Consul, and made a guarantee that Earl Harbleby would never treat Casey badly, but the Consul never gave the opportunity to meet in private, so that He is walking on eggshells.

This has already shown the attitude.

It wasn't until today's wedding that Earl Harpby met the consul face to face, and he bit the bullet and toasted.

The air stagnates.

As soon as the newlyweds sat down, they noticed that the atmosphere was not right. Garrison, who was wearing a well-fitting dress and set off his handsome face, watched his grandfather toast and stood awkwardly. He turned his head and met Ren's eyes. Suddenly, he was struck by lightning. Cold sweat broke out on his forehead, and he didn't dare to take a breath.

Casey was still in the dark, wondering: "Brother, what's wrong?"

"fine."

A smile appeared on Ren's face, and the pressure suddenly disappeared, making everyone in the Hapby family heave a sigh of relief, as if they had just been released from suffocation.

"Your Excellency." He stood up, "We will be a family from now on, so you don't need to be so polite."

After speaking, he raised his glass and drank it down.

"Thank you, Mr. Consul." Taylor Harp drank the wine in his hand excitedly, his chest heaved, waved to his wife and children, and said happily: "You also give thanks to the Consul. A toast, my lord."

The Hapubi family quickly stood up and said in unison: "Respect, Mr. Consul."

Ryan responded with another drink.

The atmosphere at the banquet finally became lively. The guests at other tables seemed to have made an appointment. They came over to toast Rennes according to their status and strength. The nobles, the shareholders of the subcontinent trading company, etc., are all in the right order.

Of course, he did not forget to congratulate the newlyweds. Garrison was full of ambition and his face was flushed, and Kathy took his arm to accept the blessings of the upper echelon of the empire.

The wedding lasted into the evening, and there were still procedures and activities in the evening.

But Ren was interested in participating.

Back in the bedroom on the third floor of the manor, Ren looked at the half-elf who had been in a low mood all day, and asked with concern, "Viola, what's wrong with you?"

"It's nothing." Viola shook her head, looking out the window.

She looked at the newlyweds dancing on the lawn, her eyes fell on Casey, she said nothing, but she couldn't hide the envy in her eyes.

With a move in Ren's heart, he immediately understood, and asked with a smile, "You want a child too?"

Viola turned around and snuggled into Ren's arms.

"Um……"

She said softly: "I don't need anything now, the only regret is that I can't give birth to a child for you, but mine is a half-elf, alas..."

Ren laughed: "Say it earlier, I can make you pregnant right away."

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