CH 111
March 15, 2022 by danmeiheaven
After knowing everything from Clifford, Xia Zuoyi finally arrived at the “crime scene” with the Pope.
The scene was a bit lively. Almost all the people who should come came.
—Including the three princes, Marquis Gary, and Thomas…
The man who claimed that he did not intentionally throw a javelin at the white wolf was a viscount of not too high status, medium build, and about 40 years old.
At this time, he’s on the ground with a terrified face, his lips trembling, and unable to speak…
Because the fluff balls, with Briquette and Snowball, were almost all “enthusiastically” around him, their sharp teeth sticking out and fierce expressions. From time to time, they stretch out their claws to hold the corner of the viscount’s clothes, preventing the man from fleeing.
So obviously, the other party’s clothes have rips because of their claws. The most notable, however, is the position under him. Because he urinated his pants, there’s an unpleasant smell in the air.
When Xia Zuoyi arrived, he first surveyed the surrounding situation.
This is an open grassland in the forest. Withered and yellow grass leaves are scattered all over the ground and there is a trap set in advance not far away.
But at this time, the trap has been completely wrecked. The rope net inside is torn apart and is already in ruins.
Looking on the other side.
The javelin, broken in two, lay all alone in the withered grass—as Clifford had told him on the way, it was later bitten by Egg Yolk.
The situation at that time was probably only seen by Gena and his subordinate Clifford.
—Because of the white wolf, they separated from Xia Zuoyi and went after it.
The white wolf has been hunting with the mighty golden lion. Even if Gena wants to get close to it, he just cannot rush forward with the lion’s presence.
After that, he and his subordinate Clifford saw the viscount and others chasing five or six prey in this direction.
As a result, the prey fled in panic and fear after seeing the beasts.
But the chasing viscount and others did not go after the prey but stopped when they saw the white wolf and the lion…
At that time, Gena and Clifford were in the woods not far away and weren’t found by them.
Afterward, it was the viscount who first shot the white wolf with his javelin. The sound of the weapon breaking through the air sounded. The white wolf who had his back turned sharply dodged, then quickly turned around with his ears raised, lowered his body, and became alert…
The lion stood in front of the white wolf, baring his sharp teeth and growling threateningly to the viscount and his entourage.
The group was also evidently afraid of the beasts but they didn’t leave for some reason.
And they obviously came prepared. They’re equipped with bows and arrows, javelins, stone slings, and so on…followed by the servants and knights.
After that, just when the viscount and his team were about to make further moves, Gena saw the huge golden lion walk towards the javelin obliquely inserted into the dry ground and open his mouth—
With a “crack” sound.
With his sharp teeth, the lion broke the specially made iron barrel. Then, under the stunned expressions of the viscount and the others, the broken barrel was thrown in front of them.
At this time, two tigers, one black and one white, also jumped out, and there was a snow-white costin circling in the sky.
The next moment, the deafening roar of tigers and lions resounded throughout the hunting ground. The oncoming deterrence even scared one of the people to the ground.
The viscount and the others were frightened and wanted to run away, but they were immediately blocked by the faster Briquette and Snowball.
And the snow-white shadow in the sky swooped down, its huge wings estimated to be seven or eight meters long.
—Gena and Clifford saw that the handsome huge bird stretched out its sharp claws and grabbed one of them, circled in the air amidst the other party’s panicked cry, and then threw him back to the ground.
Without the slightest effort.
In a few breaths, the viscount and his retinue were all crippled in fear, unable to even escape. Their legs were too weak and their whole body trembled.
Set aside the others first.
The viscount who was the first to throw the javelin just now is the most unlucky one.
He was pulled out by Briquette, with his claws greeting him. His shirt was almost torn into strips—even though the fluff ball didn’t exert much force, his sharp claws also left red marks on the viscount’s body.
Although only to the extent of breaking the skin.
The viscount seemed to be about to faint and go into shock. Even under the cold wind, he’s constantly sweating and shivering.
Even if the people next to him wanted to intercede, they shrank back under the gaze of the beasts. Not to mention, there was an incomparably powerful eagle in the sky.
During this period, the first prince Warner tried to get close to the viscount surrounded by fluff balls to rescue him.
Warner ordered the knights to attract their attention, while he looked for a chance.
But the black-on-white tiger blocked his way. Icy tiger’s eyes stared at him as if he would immediately pounce and bite him if he made another move.
Warner couldn’t help but stop.
He always felt that these beasts raised by Lord Desinia were too smart. Not only they’re able to understand their intentions, but they also limit the damage inflicted to the viscount and others to a certain extent.
—Scares them so badly, but it won’t hurt their lives.
Therefore, even though the viscount and his cortege looked miserable, the situation wasn’t that serious.
Archibald and Orville stood by and watched indifferently.
After Warner failed to save the viscount.
Archibald said, “The eldest prince had better stop trying to save him.”
“Lord Desinia’s beasts will not scare them for no reason. What these people have done must be asked after the lord arrives…”
“And you, you must also give an explanation.”
The person who’s with the viscount earlier immediately shouted, “First Prince, we are really wronged! We didn’t do anything! Just now, we were just chasing the prey. Viscount El just shot in the wrong direction!”
“As you know, this is common when hunting and is bound to happen…”
Even if Gena and his subordinate Clifford saw all the events, it was hard to believe them by their words alone.
After all, as the king of Powell Kingdom, Gena was at war with the Saint Airo Empire some time ago. Although there was a temporary reconciliation between them, it did not mean that there was no rift.
After Xia Zuoyi arrived, he listened to their words of defense again. Gena told what he saw, and both sides insisted on their own words.
The eldest prince, Warner, asked Lord Desinia to be lenient and let his beasts spare Viscount El for the time being.
Warner said, “If it goes on like this, Viscount El may not be able to hold it…he will die.”
—He wouldn’t die by being mangled by a fierce beast, but by his heartbeat overloading… Scared to death.
Xia Zuoyi slowly walked to Ice Cream and rubbed the tips of his ears, and then called Briquette and Egg Yolk over to touch their big heads.
The fierce beasts who have just been cruel suddenly grunted coquettishly and rubbed Xia Zuoyi affectionately with their tails.
And the people who were surrounded by beasts and dared not move immediately dragged the viscount away, in a disorderly way.
Xia Zuoyi patted Briquette’s huge head and then pointed to the broken javelin not far away.
This well-behaved and obedient appearance caused a few whispers from the crowd.
Xia Zuoyi picked up the broken barrel and examined it—one end had a mark from Egg Yolk’s bite, while the other end happened to be the sharp spearhead.
He said, “The javelins allotted are all made of wood. Why is this one made of iron?”
A nobleman said, “Some people are not used to the tools in the hunting grounds, so they can also bring their own… Viscount El usually uses this specially made iron javelin when he comes here.”
It won’t easily break under huge force.
“Really.” Xia Zuoyi was noncommittal.
He looked at Viscount El, who was leaning against the tree and panting slowly, and said in a low voice, “If they hadn’t felt the killing intent in the attack, my beasts wouldn’t scare irrelevant people like this.”
“Because I did not allow them to hurt people, the viscount and the rest were not immediately torn to death.”
“I believe His Majesty Kozmo’s statement that you are deliberately trying to round up my beasts… Why, you want to sow a war between the Desinian Territory and the Saint Airo Empire?”
This sentence made some people look angry.
The second prince, Ken, glanced at Gena Kozmo and said, “Maybe the king has misread the situation just now.”
“Lord Desinia, this matter isn’t serious enough to escalate to the level of war. …”
Someone said that Viscount El might have just cast in the wrong direction and accidentally angered the beast, which led to being surrounded by them and frightening him.
Those who were with the viscount also insisted on this statement.
The third prince, Cassius, also said, “Viscount El was terrified by your beasts like that, you…”
However, before he could finish his words, Xia Zuoyi suddenly threw the half javelin in his hand towards Viscount El.
A “woosh” sound.
The broken javelin was thrown over Viscount El’s head and was firmly inserted into the tree trunk—the barrel of the spear buzzed from the momentum.
As soon as Viscount El regained a few breaths back, he was immediately frightened by Xia Zuoyi’s action. His eyes rolled back and completely fainted.
Xia Zuoyi clapped his hands under the unbelieving gazes of everyone and said, “You must give me an explanation for this matter, or give me his life.”
“As for the truth, I know in it my heart and you should also be clear about it as well. Don’t bother lying to me.”
After he finished speaking, he looked at Prince Warner and said, “Your Highness, please send the gifts from this competition to the Sherry Hotel later, I’m tired. I’ll go back first.”
He gestured to the Pope and then left with the plushies.
Orville dropped his bow and arrow, nodded to Warner, and followed.
Archibald smiled mockingly at the man who had just stood on Viscount El’s side and left, followed by Gena Kozmo, some of the distinguished guests, and so on.
After their figures gradually disappeared, Cassius slowly recovered.
He said angrily, “What’s with Desinia’s attitude?! Does he want to be an enemy of the empire?!”
“Cassius!”
Warner glanced at him and successfully shut the third prince up.
Segalot left the Bore Mountain Hunting Ground after leaving a sentence, “Investigate this matter.”
The hunt finally ended halfway through.
…
Afterward, Xia Zuoyi ordered someone to inquire about Viscount El and his associates in the imperial city. He then found that they were all good players who used to take part in hunting.
Viscount El, in particular, has never missed a shot with a javelin, and he prefers to hunt large beasts rather than small prey. He has killed wild wolves several times…
If it weren’t for Ice Cream’s unusual agility, being a descendant of the snow wolf king of the holy mountain brought back by 098, he’s afraid he would have been injured when caught unaware or pierced by the sharp javelin all at once…
After Walker learned of this, he analyzed, “It’s no secret that this Viscount El is very close to Marquis Gary and the Ed Chamber of Commerce.”
“And what happened in the hunting ground is likely orchestrated by the Ed Chamber of Commerce’s president or Marquis Gary… They may be involved together…”
“Their purpose in doing so is obvious, revenge.”
Fernandi followed with, “After this incident, there are no more than two results. One is that the lord loses Ice Cream, and the other is failure.”
“But no matter whether Ice Cream is injured or not, Viscount El and his followers can evade it by saying they accidentally shot him when chasing the prey…”
Even if this matter is investigated clearly, it’s impossible to convict Viscount El on the charge of injuring a beast.
—If he really killed the white wolf, even if he’ll be punished by the eldest prince and others, it’s just a matter of losing skin.
Superficial.
They thought they had the right plan in mind.
But Viscount El’s gang obviously didn’t anticipate two things.
—First is that Xia Zuoyi’s plushies are different from ordinary beasts. Their sharp teeth are so powerful that they can easily bite off iron rods.
This ability made Viscount El and others stunned in place at that time, not to mention the intelligence, strength, and speed of these beasts were extremely frightening.
In the sky, there’s also an eagle with a person-tall height and an amazing wingspan.
Second, they also expected the wrong degree of attention that Xia Zuoyi paid to the plushies.
They thought it was just an animal.
—Even if he loses the white wolf, Desinia will at most be extremely annoyed. Instead, he not only didn’t give face to Prince Warner, but he also took on a tough attitude to determine the truth.
In the evening when Xia Zuoyi returned to the hotel, the prizes from the competition were sent over.
The next day, because the Pope was pressuring behind him, Warner personally brought Viscount El and his crew to the hotel to apologize to Xia Zuoyi.
Viscount El even sent expensive gifts to compensate for scaring the beasts.
Xia Zuoyi accepted the gift from the viscount.
Warner thought that the issue was finally over, so after a few sincere chats, he left with the viscount.
When they left, Xia Zuoyi threw the gift away and muttered, “This matter is not over.”
Since he dares to plot against him, it’s not something that can be solved just by peeling off the skin.
Ten days later, the exchange meeting between alchemists and physicians was held in the auction house provided by the Ed Chamber of Commerce…
Translator’s Note:
Me: *reading the part where Xiaxia doesn’t have much arm strength to fully pull the bowstring but can forcefully throw the javelin in the tree trunk* Kyaaaahhh, smol baby is angrryyyy!!
I caught a cold last week because of the erratic weather and is barely getting better now. I still have a sore throat and hoarse voice but can already translate more XD.
After knowing everything from Clifford, Xia Zuoyi finally arrived at the “crime scene” with the Pope.
The scene was a bit lively. Almost all the people who should come came.
—Including the three princes, Marquis Gary, and Thomas…
The man who claimed that he did not intentionally throw a javelin at the white wolf was a viscount of not too high status, medium build, and about 40 years old.
At this time, he’s on the ground with a terrified face, his lips trembling, and unable to speak…
Because the fluff balls, with Briquette and Snowball, were almost all “enthusiastically” around him, their sharp teeth sticking out and fierce expressions. From time to time, they stretch out their claws to hold the corner of the viscount’s clothes, preventing the man from fleeing.
So obviously, the other party’s clothes have rips because of their claws. The most notable, however, is the position under him. Because he urinated his pants, there’s an unpleasant smell in the air.
When Xia Zuoyi arrived, he first surveyed the surrounding situation.
This is an open grassland in the forest. Withered and yellow grass leaves are scattered all over the ground and there is a trap set in advance not far away.
But at this time, the trap has been completely wrecked. The rope net inside is torn apart and is already in ruins.
Looking on the other side.
The javelin, broken in two, lay all alone in the withered grass—as Clifford had told him on the way, it was later bitten by Egg Yolk.
The situation at that time was probably only seen by Gena and his subordinate Clifford.
—Because of the white wolf, they separated from Xia Zuoyi and went after it.
The white wolf has been hunting with the mighty golden lion. Even if Gena wants to get close to it, he just cannot rush forward with the lion’s presence.
After that, he and his subordinate Clifford saw the viscount and others chasing five or six prey in this direction.
As a result, the prey fled in panic and fear after seeing the beasts.
But the chasing viscount and others did not go after the prey but stopped when they saw the white wolf and the lion…
At that time, Gena and Clifford were in the woods not far away and weren’t found by them.
Afterward, it was the viscount who first shot the white wolf with his javelin. The sound of the weapon breaking through the air sounded. The white wolf who had his back turned sharply dodged, then quickly turned around with his ears raised, lowered his body, and became alert…
The lion stood in front of the white wolf, baring his sharp teeth and growling threateningly to the viscount and his entourage.
The group was also evidently afraid of the beasts but they didn’t leave for some reason.
And they obviously came prepared. They’re equipped with bows and arrows, javelins, stone slings, and so on…followed by the servants and knights.
After that, just when the viscount and his team were about to make further moves, Gena saw the huge golden lion walk towards the javelin obliquely inserted into the dry ground and open his mouth—
With a “crack” sound.
With his sharp teeth, the lion broke the specially made iron barrel. Then, under the stunned expressions of the viscount and the others, the broken barrel was thrown in front of them.
At this time, two tigers, one black and one white, also jumped out, and there was a snow-white costin circling in the sky.
The next moment, the deafening roar of tigers and lions resounded throughout the hunting ground. The oncoming deterrence even scared one of the people to the ground.
The viscount and the others were frightened and wanted to run away, but they were immediately blocked by the faster Briquette and Snowball.
And the snow-white shadow in the sky swooped down, its huge wings estimated to be seven or eight meters long.
—Gena and Clifford saw that the handsome huge bird stretched out its sharp claws and grabbed one of them, circled in the air amidst the other party’s panicked cry, and then threw him back to the ground.
Without the slightest effort.
In a few breaths, the viscount and his retinue were all crippled in fear, unable to even escape. Their legs were too weak and their whole body trembled.
Set aside the others first.
The viscount who was the first to throw the javelin just now is the most unlucky one.
He was pulled out by Briquette, with his claws greeting him. His shirt was almost torn into strips—even though the fluff ball didn’t exert much force, his sharp claws also left red marks on the viscount’s body.
Although only to the extent of breaking the skin.
The viscount seemed to be about to faint and go into shock. Even under the cold wind, he’s constantly sweating and shivering.
Even if the people next to him wanted to intercede, they shrank back under the gaze of the beasts. Not to mention, there was an incomparably powerful eagle in the sky.
During this period, the first prince Warner tried to get close to the viscount surrounded by fluff balls to rescue him.
Warner ordered the knights to attract their attention, while he looked for a chance.
But the black-on-white tiger blocked his way. Icy tiger’s eyes stared at him as if he would immediately pounce and bite him if he made another move.
Warner couldn’t help but stop.
He always felt that these beasts raised by Lord Desinia were too smart. Not only they’re able to understand their intentions, but they also limit the damage inflicted to the viscount and others to a certain extent.
—Scares them so badly, but it won’t hurt their lives.
Therefore, even though the viscount and his cortege looked miserable, the situation wasn’t that serious.
Archibald and Orville stood by and watched indifferently.
After Warner failed to save the viscount.
Archibald said, “The eldest prince had better stop trying to save him.”
“Lord Desinia’s beasts will not scare them for no reason. What these people have done must be asked after the lord arrives…”
“And you, you must also give an explanation.”
The person who’s with the viscount earlier immediately shouted, “First Prince, we are really wronged! We didn’t do anything! Just now, we were just chasing the prey. Viscount El just shot in the wrong direction!”
“As you know, this is common when hunting and is bound to happen…”
Even if Gena and his subordinate Clifford saw all the events, it was hard to believe them by their words alone.
After all, as the king of Powell Kingdom, Gena was at war with the Saint Airo Empire some time ago. Although there was a temporary reconciliation between them, it did not mean that there was no rift.
After Xia Zuoyi arrived, he listened to their words of defense again. Gena told what he saw, and both sides insisted on their own words.
The eldest prince, Warner, asked Lord Desinia to be lenient and let his beasts spare Viscount El for the time being.
Warner said, “If it goes on like this, Viscount El may not be able to hold it…he will die.”
—He wouldn’t die by being mangled by a fierce beast, but by his heartbeat overloading… Scared to death.
Xia Zuoyi slowly walked to Ice Cream and rubbed the tips of his ears, and then called Briquette and Egg Yolk over to touch their big heads.
The fierce beasts who have just been cruel suddenly grunted coquettishly and rubbed Xia Zuoyi affectionately with their tails.
And the people who were surrounded by beasts and dared not move immediately dragged the viscount away, in a disorderly way.
Xia Zuoyi patted Briquette’s huge head and then pointed to the broken javelin not far away.
This well-behaved and obedient appearance caused a few whispers from the crowd.
Xia Zuoyi picked up the broken barrel and examined it—one end had a mark from Egg Yolk’s bite, while the other end happened to be the sharp spearhead.
He said, “The javelins allotted are all made of wood. Why is this one made of iron?”
A nobleman said, “Some people are not used to the tools in the hunting grounds, so they can also bring their own… Viscount El usually uses this specially made iron javelin when he comes here.”
It won’t easily break under huge force.
“Really.” Xia Zuoyi was noncommittal.
He looked at Viscount El, who was leaning against the tree and panting slowly, and said in a low voice, “If they hadn’t felt the killing intent in the attack, my beasts wouldn’t scare irrelevant people like this.”
“Because I did not allow them to hurt people, the viscount and the rest were not immediately torn to death.”
“I believe His Majesty Kozmo’s statement that you are deliberately trying to round up my beasts… Why, you want to sow a war between the Desinian Territory and the Saint Airo Empire?”
This sentence made some people look angry.
The second prince, Ken, glanced at Gena Kozmo and said, “Maybe the king has misread the situation just now.”
“Lord Desinia, this matter isn’t serious enough to escalate to the level of war. …”
Someone said that Viscount El might have just cast in the wrong direction and accidentally angered the beast, which led to being surrounded by them and frightening him.
Those who were with the viscount also insisted on this statement.
The third prince, Cassius, also said, “Viscount El was terrified by your beasts like that, you…”
However, before he could finish his words, Xia Zuoyi suddenly threw the half javelin in his hand towards Viscount El.
A “woosh” sound.
The broken javelin was thrown over Viscount El’s head and was firmly inserted into the tree trunk—the barrel of the spear buzzed from the momentum.
As soon as Viscount El regained a few breaths back, he was immediately frightened by Xia Zuoyi’s action. His eyes rolled back and completely fainted.
Xia Zuoyi clapped his hands under the unbelieving gazes of everyone and said, “You must give me an explanation for this matter, or give me his life.”
“As for the truth, I know in it my heart and you should also be clear about it as well. Don’t bother lying to me.”
After he finished speaking, he looked at Prince Warner and said, “Your Highness, please send the gifts from this competition to the Sherry Hotel later, I’m tired. I’ll go back first.”
He gestured to the Pope and then left with the plushies.
Orville dropped his bow and arrow, nodded to Warner, and followed.
Archibald smiled mockingly at the man who had just stood on Viscount El’s side and left, followed by Gena Kozmo, some of the distinguished guests, and so on.
After their figures gradually disappeared, Cassius slowly recovered.
He said angrily, “What’s with Desinia’s attitude?! Does he want to be an enemy of the empire?!”
“Cassius!”
Warner glanced at him and successfully shut the third prince up.
Segalot left the Bore Mountain Hunting Ground after leaving a sentence, “Investigate this matter.”
The hunt finally ended halfway through.
…
Afterward, Xia Zuoyi ordered someone to inquire about Viscount El and his associates in the imperial city. He then found that they were all good players who used to take part in hunting.
Viscount El, in particular, has never missed a shot with a javelin, and he prefers to hunt large beasts rather than small prey. He has killed wild wolves several times…
If it weren’t for Ice Cream’s unusual agility, being a descendant of the snow wolf king of the holy mountain brought back by 098, he’s afraid he would have been injured when caught unaware or pierced by the sharp javelin all at once…
After Walker learned of this, he analyzed, “It’s no secret that this Viscount El is very close to Marquis Gary and the Ed Chamber of Commerce.”
“And what happened in the hunting ground is likely orchestrated by the Ed Chamber of Commerce’s president or Marquis Gary… They may be involved together…”
“Their purpose in doing so is obvious, revenge.”
Fernandi followed with, “After this incident, there are no more than two results. One is that the lord loses Ice Cream, and the other is failure.”
“But no matter whether Ice Cream is injured or not, Viscount El and his followers can evade it by saying they accidentally shot him when chasing the prey…”
Even if this matter is investigated clearly, it’s impossible to convict Viscount El on the charge of injuring a beast.
—If he really killed the white wolf, even if he’ll be punished by the eldest prince and others, it’s just a matter of losing skin.
Superficial.
They thought they had the right plan in mind.
But Viscount El’s gang obviously didn’t anticipate two things.
—First is that Xia Zuoyi’s plushies are different from ordinary beasts. Their sharp teeth are so powerful that they can easily bite off iron rods.
This ability made Viscount El and others stunned in place at that time, not to mention the intelligence, strength, and speed of these beasts were extremely frightening.
In the sky, there’s also an eagle with a person-tall height and an amazing wingspan.
Second, they also expected the wrong degree of attention that Xia Zuoyi paid to the plushies.
They thought it was just an animal.
—Even if he loses the white wolf, Desinia will at most be extremely annoyed. Instead, he not only didn’t give face to Prince Warner, but he also took on a tough attitude to determine the truth.
In the evening when Xia Zuoyi returned to the hotel, the prizes from the competition were sent over.
The next day, because the Pope was pressuring behind him, Warner personally brought Viscount El and his crew to the hotel to apologize to Xia Zuoyi.
Viscount El even sent expensive gifts to compensate for scaring the beasts.
Xia Zuoyi accepted the gift from the viscount.
Warner thought that the issue was finally over, so after a few sincere chats, he left with the viscount.
When they left, Xia Zuoyi threw the gift away and muttered, “This matter is not over.”
Since he dares to plot against him, it’s not something that can be solved just by peeling off the skin.
Ten days later, the exchange meeting between alchemists and physicians was held in the auction house provided by the Ed Chamber of Commerce…
Translator’s Note:
Me: *reading the part where Xiaxia doesn’t have much arm strength to fully pull the bowstring but can forcefully throw the javelin in the tree trunk* Kyaaaahhh, smol baby is angrryyyy!!
I caught a cold last week because of the erratic weather and is barely getting better now. I still have a sore throat and hoarse voice but can already translate more XD.
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