The next day, until evening, no one came to visit Josélan Castle.

Just as Anne expected, everyone who is qualified is preparing for today's dinner. As for those who are not qualified to attend the dinner... what qualifications do they have to meet Her Royal Highness?

Of course, there is one exception, and that is Duke Vincenzo.

Anthony's former best friend sent dozens of portraits near noon. Each portrait corresponded to a "parent" level figure, describing in detail their appearance, status, and even...

Hobby.

It has to be said that this guy who is always silent on weekdays does have two brushes in Valinor. Although this kind of information cannot be said to be very precious, it is definitely not something that ordinary people can easily obtain.

For example, a portrait records Duke "Caesar Francis". This person's active period in politics probably dates back to the time of Grandpa Anthony.

For such a reclusive old man, the portraits actually record that his most recent activity was fishing.

So throughout the day, Anne and Alina tried their best to memorize the contents of the portrait, just like a temporary surprise attack by students on the eve of the exam.

Until evening, the sound of rumbling steam could be heard at the door of Jolanthe Castle.

Dressed up, Anne and "Anthony" went out hand in hand. Both of their clothes were carefully selected - Anthony chose a military uniform, while Anne wore a less conspicuous fringed dress.

They got into a black extended limousine with a blooming thorn flower painted on the side.

This was used by an old man who specifically asked Qiangwei to be the "Chief Guard" when he learned that "Her Royal Highness" was going to attend a dinner party.

The black limo soon left the upper city of Valinor and drove along the road along the cliff.

Annie was sitting in the back seat. She looked out the car window and saw an unknown river roaring deep in the rift valley. It sounded like a dragon lurking at the bottom of the rift valley.

This mountain road only has two lanes, one way and the other, and they are the only car driving along the way.

The family dinner was unexpectedly not held in a luxurious mansion somewhere in the city, but in the outer suburbs of Valinor. The invitation came with a map, which directed them to drive along this unnamed road.

"I've never been to a place like this." Annie frowned and said.

In her impression, the places of power in Valinor are concentrated near the Pope's Hall and even the seminary, and other places can only be regarded as "derivatives of the capital".

"This should be the fiefdom of the Francis family."

Qiangwei, who was driving, was obviously more experienced, "Only licensed vehicles can drive into this area."

"Female?"

"The exclusive land of the family. At the beginning of the establishment of this country, certain plots of land were allocated to the top families, and they enjoyed all rights on the exclusive land. Even most laws did not take effect here, and were replaced by family laws.

." Qiangwei said, "It can be said that this is a small country under the rule of the Francis family."

"Is this... the power of the family?" Anne said softly.

"Your Highness, this is not a question you should ask."

Qiangwei, who had always been taciturn, actually smiled at this moment, like a glacier thawing: "In the eyes of most people, Flensa and even the entire north are the fiefdoms of your family. As long as you wave your hand, countless people are willing to do it."

You go to hell."

"It's just that you don't care."

Anne was stunned for a moment, and felt a little shocked. She felt that the knight seemed to have something in his words, but in the end she did not pursue the question further, and just sat in silence all the way.

As for Alina, who was sitting in the passenger seat, she seemed a little nervous and said nothing. In fact, she had been recalling Anthony's appearance and temperament, striving to be perfect at this dinner.

The silence lasted until Qiangwei suddenly stepped on the brakes and the high-speed limousine stopped suddenly in front of the Rift Valley.

Annie was almost thrown into the front seat. When she came to her senses and looked out the window again, she was as stunned as the two people in the front seat.

A magnificent temple-like building appeared across the rift valley as if rising from the valley. In front of it was a long white marble bridge, leading to the building from the intersection where they parked.

There are slender white stone pillars standing on the river at the bottom of the rift valley. This miraculous bridge is built on those stone pillars. The splash of the river water forms a dense white mist. The bridge seems to be built high in the clouds.

Same as in.

The construction level of this bridge is already comparable to that of the Papal Palace, but it is located in this deserted place. It is almost impossible to believe that it is a human building, and it feels like one has reached the edge of the Kingdom of God.

"It is indeed the fiefdom of the Francis family." Qiangwei murmured: "It is simply a temple."

"Keep moving forward."

It was Alina who spoke. At this moment, she officially entered this territory as "Anthony".

And tonight is both a family dinner and his coming-of-age ceremony. It can be said that he is the protagonist.

Qiangwei nodded and continued driving. The closer they got to the white building, the more they were shocked by its grandeur and exquisiteness. The staggered architectural style fully demonstrated the sense of space.

The red carpet was spread all the way to the bottom of the steps. Qiangwei slowly turned the steering wheel and made the limo stop almost silently right in front of the red carpet.

A summer night event is ready. The laurel trees are blooming with fine white flowers, the air is filled with a unique cold fragrance, the white stone lion head in the pool is spitting out clear water, and the lush green grass is spreading along the gentle hillside.

go.

The waiters came and went with trays, and the wine in the glasses was crystal clear, reflecting the candlelight.

Boys and girls in little black evening gowns and silk princess dresses stood together with their mothers, talking softly.

Many of them met for the first time. The boy bowed with his hand on his chest and presented the rose on his chest to the girl. The girl held up her skirt and returned the gift, smiling with her eyebrows arched.

Everything is so warm and peaceful, so noble and elegant.

Everyone noticed the late arrival of the limousine and turned their heads to look over.

You Qiangwei got out of the car first. She had short hair and sharp eyes as she scanned the crowd. Then she walked coldly to the passenger side and opened the door for Anthony.

Anthony got out of the car and straightened his back. Even though her "faceless man" ability was used to deduce that Anthony himself would definitely have stage fright at such a moment, he still looked at him with a arrogant expression through his gold-rimmed glasses.

Looking down at the crowd.

The evening wind blew up the black cloak he was wearing, and the scarlet lining of the cloak rolled up like a battle flag.

Anne saw his intention and just stood beside him silently, lowering her head and holding his hands firmly, interlocking their fingers.
Chapter completed!