Whispering Verse

So, Shade, who originally wanted to blend in with the crowd, got the qualification to stand in front of the platform. Although it was still in the entrance inspection stage, almost all the important people who were supposed to come had arrived.

Crowds of people wearing hats stretched their heads on the platform to look in the direction where the tracks were extending, hoping to be the first to see the arrival of the train.

Although Tobesk in early winter has not yet received the first snow of this winter, the temperature in the morning is already very low. The elderly gentlemen all wore fur-collared velvet jackets, and the ladies' skirts were no longer as thin as they were in summer.

Although Priest Augustus was still dressed in a clerical robe, Shade was keenly aware that this robe was a thickened version.

Although Bishop Owen did not come, most of the clergy sent by Dawn Church this time were known to Sha De. After being polite for a while, Sha De asked Priest August:

"Good morning, priest, are you here so early?"

"If it's a little later, we'll be blocked outside."

The old priest lowered his voice and complained to Shade:

"I haven't understood since I was young. Can't this formalistic welcome ceremony be replaced by an indoor one?"

"Ahem."

Father Nicholas coughed twice and motioned to Priest Augustus to keep his voice down.

"There should be a special welcome party, right?"

Shade asked again, and the priest curled his lips:

"Of course, but it will probably take a few days. Today's banquet is a separate reception for the Cavendish royal family.

But don’t worry about running out of things to do, you’ll definitely be receiving plenty of invitations to parties in the coming weeks. The last time the city of Tobesk was so lively was six years ago when the Angevin royal family sent the contemporary king's younger brother, Prince Andre of Anjou, to visit. At that time, a large banquet was held in the city almost every week. "

The two talked about the past, and the people around them also talked in groups about news and gossip related to the delegation.

Although the church doesn't know what the truth wants from Princess Margaret, in order to protect the princess, it has already released the news that someone is going to harm the princess, so that Delarion has reason to cooperate and increase security measures. Therefore, the black thunder that was heard in almost half the city at the farewell dinner in Huntington is now transmitted as someone detonating a steam bomb at that time.

As this specious news spread to Tobesk, it became increasingly outrageous. Of course, Priest August didn't know that Shade was related to this matter, and even smiled and told him those strange rumors, such as the fact that more than half of the princess's entourage were agents sent by Gray Gloves to protect her.

Soon, Father Nicholas, who led the Dawn Church team this time, was approached by Queen Diana, who was also a Dawn believer, to inquire about the celebrations for this year's New Year's Eve. After Father Nicholas walked away, Priest Augustus suddenly stopped talking. Seeing that no one was paying attention to them, he whispered:

"Shade, I wanted to ask just now. Why do you have a strange smell on your body?"

"weird smell?"

Shade was stunned and turned to look at little Mia on his shoulder:

"You mean little Mia smells like cat? Oh, sorry, I'll give her a bath when I get back."

"Meow?"

Those big amber eyes stared at Shade.

"No, no, your cat doesn't smell."

The priest shook his head, and Shade thought for a moment, then asked a little embarrassedly:

"You mean the smell of perfume? It might have been accidentally picked up on the carriage when you came here."

"No, no, it's not perfume, it's a strange smell."

The old priest said again, so Shadra picked up his collar and sniffed:

"It's impossible. I took a shower after getting up this morning."

"No, no, I don't mean the real smell."

Priest Augustus continued to lower his voice and twitched his nose at Shade twice. The old man looked even more confused;

"This is a very familiar smell to me, but I just can't remember what it smells like."

Shade thought for a moment, put his hands on his waist, and followed Mr. Bernhardt's example last week, waving his palms up and down twice, simulating the movement of wings:

"Is it related to this?"

This refers to angels. The priest understood it and hesitated for a moment:

"Not sure, and the smell on you is very weak. Shade, did you go to any strange place during the weekend?"

"I went to the city of Huntington in Carsonlik. What you discussed just now is related to me, but it was not a steam bomb. I was struck by lightning... This is not important. I also brought you the local information. I'll get some snacks for you when I leave later."

Shade said, the priest nodded, a little confused:

"Huntington City, you went out of town again? I wish that city peace."

Priest Augustus didn't figure out what the smell on Shade's body was until the end, but he was certain that it was not the remains of the original angel he was looking for.

At 10:17 in the morning, when the locomotive representing a steam locomotive finally appeared in the far north of the platform, the people standing near the edge of the platform immediately cheered, not knowing whether they were welcoming the arrival of the foreign delegation or I'm glad I don't have to blow the wind here anymore.

The royal band, which had been waiting on the platform for a long time, immediately picked up the instruments in their hands. As the trumpets started with a high-pitched sound, the sound of wind instruments spread to all directions, telling everyone that Margaret Anjou, headed by The visiting delegation has officially arrived.

Queen Diana, surrounded by princesses and princes, led members of the royal family, foreign ministers and ambassadors from the Kasenlik embassy along the red carpet towards the front of the platform, while the "Tobesk Morning News" and "Dela" were allowed to take photos. Reporters from large newspapers such as the Lyon Kingdom Newspaper were excitedly playing with the equipment with their assistants. There are even brave guys who dare to jump directly onto the rails and face the locomotive directly. They want to risk taking a photo of the smoking locomotive before the train arrives, as a front-page photo of tomorrow's newspaper.

Of course, as soon as they jumped down, they were thrown up by the Royal Army soldiers who were on guard around the railway tracks. The nearby crowd burst into laughter, making the atmosphere more lively.

There is still heavy fog in the city today, and there is a awning above the platform, so the sun is not strong, so you can see the train in the distance without squinting. There were actually two rows of people in front of Shade and Priest August, but this did not prevent him from directly seeing Queen Diana chatting quietly with Miss Carina, while Lesia, who was wearing a golden dress, looked at the car. Coming black train.

Probably feeling Shade's gaze, the crowned princess also turned her head. After scanning Shade, she blinked her left eye. The playful look made Shade doubt that it was not Lesia but Dorothy. .

"I'm coming!"

At this moment, even Priest August seemed very happy. He put his hand on Shade's shoulder, then stood on tiptoes and looked forward. Because Shade was very tall, he only had to raise his head to see the station conductor waving a flag to direct the train to stop.

"Meow!"

The sound of music, noise and trains were intertwined. Little Mia looked at the people around her blankly, then climbed down from Shade's shoulders with some fear, and was held by him with one hand and huddled against his chest.

Bang bang bang bang bang bang~

The huge steaming black car finally came into view, and the noise almost completely suppressed the sound of the music. Then as the carriages roared past, the cheers of the crowd reached a climax again.

The train was slowing down slowly. Amidst the heart-wrenching metal twisting sound caused by the steam engine braking, white steam mist was sprayed out from under the wheels, making the crowded platform look hazy for a moment. There are seven carriages in the special train, and the exit of the fourth carriage stops just opposite the red carpet.

After the train stopped, Queen Diana, accompanied by Miss Carina, approached again, and amidst cheers, the pneumatic carriage door slowly opened.

First, a young attendant wearing a red coat, black trousers and a sailing cap jumped out and spread the wooden planks between the narrow gap between the train and the platform.

Afterwards, Kasenrik's royal guards walked out and stood on the left and right sides of the train door.

The elegant and luxurious Queen Diana, wearing a golden crown on her head, came to the car door in the flashing lights. She was wearing a complicated and gorgeous blue dress, a silver crown on her head, and her long pale golden hair was braided down on her head. Princess Margaret of Anjou, who was behind, finally walked out of the carriage with her right hand raised and supported by her maid.

The crowd seemed about to rush forward in an instant, but was stopped by a wall of prepared police and royal guards. Calls and loud shouts, at this moment, were detonated inside the station like steam bombs.

Shade and Priest August were also pushed forward by people. They could all see Princess Margaret of Anjou saluting Queen Diana, and then their hands were wearing white lace gloves. After holding hands and chatting affectionately, Queen Diana introduced the other people around her to the princess.

The first person to be introduced was of course Miss Carina. The Archwitch showed the elegance and maturity of the Duchess, and Princess Margaret saluted her to express her greetings. The status of the powerful duke is higher than that of the princess.

After a brief exchange of greetings, more people from the Kasenlik delegation walked out of the carriage, and the accompanying nobles stayed here. An area was cleared in front of the platform, and Princess Margaret was going to give a short speech.

During this period, Shade did not pay too much attention to the queen and princess. Instead, he looked towards the carriage door, but did not see Miss Sylvia coming out. But he was certain that the Great Witch of the Thirteenth Seat of Parliament should be in other nearby carriages, because the badge on his chest was already as hot as if it was about to catch fire. When only Miss Carina was present, the badge was not so hot.

"It's really lively."

Priest Augustus spoke loudly to Shade. The old man had to raise his voice in order for his voice to reach Shade's ears:

"I hope that this time the two countries can reach a new agreement and let the peace last longer. Oh, Shade, I really hope that the peace between Kasenrik and Delarion can be maintained forever. .”

As a local, Priest Augustus, like most people in the city, regards the exchange of visits between the princesses of the two countries as an important sign of peaceful relations between the two countries. Although the outsiders have been in this world for half a year, they don't have the same feelings as them.

All he was thinking now was that since the welcome ceremony would be over in the morning, he could go to Huntington to try his luck in the afternoon.

While comforting some cats who were not used to such a noisy environment, I was thinking about other things. By this time, Princess Margaret's brief speech about "coming with peace" had also ended, and reporters from Tobesk City and those accompanying the delegation were setting up cameras to take pictures.

Everything was going according to procedure, Princess Margaret smiled and waved to people, and then selected three people from the crowd to ask questions.

"Salute to the great Anjou family! Your Highness, do you come with a new wine trade agreement? The people of Tobesk all like the southern vineyard red wine produced by Carsenlique!"

The first person to be picked was a middle-aged gentleman standing in the third row, wearing old-school formal attire. If Shade remembered correctly, it was Count Orlan.

"Yes, my father gave me some tasks. I hope Tobesk will be able to taste those sweet wines tomorrow in the summer."

"Yes, Your Highness!"

Count Orlan said loudly, then waved his hand and took out a book and handed it forward:

"Your Highness, this is a gift for you!"

After checking the book, it was delivered to the princess, who thanked her softly. The flashlight kept flashing, recording Princess Margaret holding the "Pearl of the North: Forever Tobesk".

"Your Highness, I salute you and hope you enjoy this city. During your visit, will you visit the Tobesk City Art Museum?"

There was laughter from the crowd. The old man selected was Mr. Leonardo, the director of the local art gallery.

"Yes, I love Delrayon-style oil paintings."

said the princess again, accepting as a gift a beautiful brooch from the curator of the art gallery.

The flashlight kept flashing, and the princess still had a lot to do, and she could only choose the last person to ask questions. Margaret Anjou glanced at the surrounding crowd, and then finally saw Shade.

Both of them were startled, but it was obvious that the princess did not recognize this "Mr. Holmes", but was surprised by the young gentleman's unique temperament.

"That's Rejed's Hamilton."

Queen Diana reminded softly, then Princess Margaret smiled and motioned for Shade to ask questions, and Lesia on the side also looked at Shade.

However, Shade didn't even want to ask questions, he didn't even wave his hat.

But now that he had been selected, everyone in the crowd on the platform looked at him. Even Priest August was curious to know what Shade would say, so Shade calmed down and said loudly:

"Your Highness, I wish you can enjoy the winter time in Tobesk. Peace and friendship are the bond of human civilization and the cornerstone of the development of our era. Do you believe that Delarion and Kasenrik will always be peaceful and friendly?"

Shade's question was not out of the ordinary, for it was the subject of her speech at the banquet at the manor when she left Huntington.

"Yes, I firmly believe that!"

The princess with long pale blonde hair said, causing the crowd on the platform to applaud and cheer.

Shade's question had ended. Suddenly inspiration struck him. He put his hand into his pocket and took out the shield-shaped jewelry box he had taken out of the gift box in the morning:

"To Her Highness Margaret of Anjou, I hope you come with peace and leave with beauty!"

Amid people's laughter, Shade's jewelry box was delivered to the princess. She thanked her and opened it. When she saw the flawless oval emerald inside, she looked as surprised as Queen Diana and Miss Carina.

The size of the gem is not large, so the value is not particularly high, but the gem itself is indeed too beautiful.

The flash lights came on in bursts, and the ladies returned to their normal expressions, smiling and facing the camera. And Shade also knew that his first step to get close to Princess Margaret of Anjou had been successful, and "Rejed's Hamilton" had been remembered by her.

He just wanted to know if MI6 could reimburse the gem.

"It's really nice of you to prepare a gift in advance."

Priest August smiled and praised in his ear, and Shade responded while looking at the royal nobles standing in front of the black steam locomotive in the flash of spotlights, their jewelry shining brightly.

"The age of steam, the age of change..."

Although the scene in front of me is rare for people in this world, it is not unprecedented. But the outsider has a vague feeling that today's scene may become an illustration in a history book, and he has witnessed this scene in history.

"Is this civilization?"

[Yes, this is enlightenment. 】

There was a sound in his ears, and it seemed like a warm wind was gently blowing over Shade's ears. In this noisy but extremely bright scene, Shade felt as if he saw the street lights on Silver Cross Avenue lighting up one after another at night. With a strong sense of reality that made his scalp numb, he once again felt that he was not aware of the world. The civilization of this era has a new understanding.

Being in it, but watching it all from the perspective of a bystander. He couldn't help but smile, and cheered along with the people around him.

At this moment, the white doves symbolizing peace were released by the people. They flapped their wings and flew in groups over people's heads, in front of the heirs of the Cavendish and Anjou families, and over the noisy platform. , flying towards the sky shrouded in haze above the city.

No one can know whether the white doves will bring long-term peace. Just like the Righteous God [Peace Father], peace and war have never been separated.

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