[Dr2618-5-22, am10:30, weather, sunny, temperature, 33℃, air humidity...]
[Long River Radio reported in the morning that Ice Blue City Queen Cuilis issued a declaration of war at King's Square at 9 o'clock this morning, officially declaring war on the five eastern countries including Tianqin, Norton, Hongsang, Xiaoyue, and Nice! ]
[Sikong Shengjie, the commander-in-chief of the Eastern Allied Forces, immediately issued a sixteen-character response: Support justice, not afraid of violence, the five lions of the east, the mighty force of steel! ]
With Trilis' declaration of war, the war south of the Ambergris River began.
"Let it go!" "Let it go!" "Let it go!"
The artillery roared, and thousands of shells crossed the spacious river and landed on the other side, exploding countless earthen springs.
Soon thousands of artillery shells flew back, flying over the raging river and hitting the opposite position. In an instant, fire broke out everywhere, and the sand and soil surged.
The artillery duel to compete for financial resources and courage began, and as usual, it lasted for at least two weeks.
During this period, both sides will continue to pour artillery shells onto the other side's position. Although it can only cause a small number of casualties, it can continue to damage the morale of the other side and make some unsteady-minded guys become deserters.
After the war, Chen Xing did not stay on the front line, but returned to Ice Blue City and began preparations for the "Tianqin Trojan Plan".
The first step is to involve one of the Dragon Scale Guards and Imperial Guards in the plan.
Chen Xing originally wanted to discuss with Cuillis and ask her if she had any confidants in the two armies, but then he thought about it, Cuillis had already given all the power to him, so asking her seemed a bit unnecessary, and From another perspective, with Trilis's character and strength, she would not have such concerns as him, so she would not have any confidants.
Before issuing an order, you must first understand the situation and ensure that the order can be executed. He now needs to find connections within the Dragon Scale Guards and the Imperial Guards, and learn about the situation through private meetings.
Ice Blue City is the political center of Ambergris River. It is not difficult to find connections. Who doesn't have a relative or friend who is in the army? But whether it is the new party or the old party, Chen Xing is not willing to use their connections.
Because once officials are introduced, the person being introduced will wear the hat of a faction, which is very detrimental to the future management of the army.
The best state of the army is that it has no factions and fights wherever the superiors direct it, without being involved by any interests.
Then Chen Xing thought of the former Mrs. Ursula, now Mrs. Bert, Margulies' mother Kelly.
Kelly's late husband, Earl Merlin Ursula, was a senior officer in the Imperial Guard. Merlin holds the title of earl, has a house on Ruby Street, and must be of a high rank in the Guards. He should have some old connections.
"Ah, Lord Chen Xing, ah, no, it's the Prime Minister!"
Mrs. Kelly seemed a little surprised because she probably didn't expect the treasonous Lord Chen Xing to contact her. However, she quickly recovered and asked Chen Xing if he was doing well in a very caring tone, and then solemnly stated that no matter what Chen Xing's position was, even if he was against the world, she and her daughter Margulies would firmly Be on his side.
Chen Xing first expressed his gratitude to Mrs. Kelly for her understanding, and then straightforwardly explained his purpose.
Mrs. Kelly did not shirk, thought for a while, and provided the contact information of a middle-level officer in the Guards. This officer is called "Pakas", an honorary viscount and an old subordinate of Count Merlin Ursula. They had a very good relationship back then, and it could be said that Merlin single-handedly promoted them.
That night, Chen Xing made an appointment with the other party to a low-key and luxurious bar in the city.
In the palace, it is a "summoning", which is a formal occasion, while in a bar outside, it is a "private meeting". The former will arouse attention and speculation, while the latter is just an insignificant private matter.
"I have met the Prime Minister!"
In the box, Viscount Pacas, dressed in casual clothes, arrived as scheduled, faced Chen Xing and saluted solemnly.
"Today is a private occasion, so there is no need for too much red tape." Chen Xing said in a normal tone, deliberately creating an approachable image.
Viscount Pacas saluted again, his movements meticulous and full of respect.
"The Prime Minister has taken note of the deeds of the orphans of the Praetorian Guards. I have learned about it from Lady Ursula and am filled with admiration."
"Not only does she take care of every detail in her life, but she also takes Miss Margulies as her disciple, teaches her carefully, and treats her as her own."
"The Prime Minister is a man of integrity and virtue. Even if he salutes ten times, he still cannot express his inner respect..."
Viscount Pacas said seven or eight compliments in one go. Chen Xing was slightly startled, then he laughed and covered it up, "Everywhere, it's fate, fate..."
The Guards officer in front of him, who was only in his early thirties, was so good at talking. It was beyond his expectation. He was far from the image of an iron-blooded soldier in his mind.
But this is Ice Blue City, the power center of Ambergris River. It is not surprising that the officers of the Imperial Guard must have a low background, be well educated, and be good at officialdom.
But vaguely, he felt something was wrong. He always felt that the troops representing the top combat power of Ambergris River should not be like this.
If nothing else, such a eloquent person would definitely not be able to survive in the Thunder Light Group. But compared to the Dragon Scale Guards and Imperial Guards of Millennium Glory, it is not an exaggeration to say that the Thunder Light Regiment is a third-rate army. After all, the military expenditure is not even a fraction of the opponent's.
"The Prime Minister summoned his officials tonight, what are your orders?" Viscount Pacas, as a white man, performed the Oriental fist-holding salute, probably because Chen Xing was a yellow man, so he wanted to please him and vowed to do so. Earthly said, "As long as the lower organs can do it, they will definitely die from death!"
Chen Xing forcibly suppressed the doubts in his heart. In any case, he was introduced by the former countess. He knew the basics and would not cause any big problems.
He probably stayed in this black whirlpool of power center for a long time and got infected with the bad habits of the world.
"I have some questions about the Imperial Guard that I would like to ask you..." Chen Xing said.
"Prime Minister, please tell me. I will definitely answer everything I know and give you an exhaustive answer." Viscount Pacas nodded.
Chen Xing felt a little uncomfortable again. The Viscount Pacas in front of him used words and sentences in the style of the Eastern Continent. It was a bit formal and not at all like the traditional Western Continent style of Caucasians.
Cultural habits are engraved in the bones and written into the imprint of life. Deliberately switching them over can only be said to be a deliberate attempt to please.
Although the impression is not particularly good, the situation is urgent and communication must be completed as soon as possible. Next we have to go to the central wilderness, time is running out.
Chen Xing briefly stated his concerns about taking over the Imperial Guard, and then asked for his opinion.
"Your Excellency, Prime Minister, you are worrying too much." After hearing this, Viscount Pacas smiled and said, "The Ring of the Kingdom in the Prime Minister's hand is a token of the military power of the Dragon Scale Guard and the Imperial Guard."
"The Kingdom Ring can be divided into two, one is the dragon scale ring, and the other is the heaven ring. The dragon scale symbolizes the majesty of the king. The dragon's reverse scale, which is fatal if touched, is the military power token of the dragon scale guard. The heaven ring symbolizes the king's Power, the divine right of kings, is inviolable and is the token of military power of the Praetorian Guards.”
"Both are made of meteorite iron, and they are magnetically attracted to each other. The two become one, which is the Ring of the Kingdom."
"As long as you have the Ring of the Kingdom, you have absolute control over the Dragon Scale Guard and the Imperial Guard."
To explain this, Viscount Pacas started with the history of the two armies.
The Imperial Guard is a force directly under the king founded by King Malan. Its mission is to protect Ice Blue City. However, because the Red Kingdom was a martial artist, the troops had to be drawn out to fight. In order to change defenses, a second army directly under the king was created, the Dragon Scale Guard.
Both armies will select young people with excellent talents, good conduct, and clean backgrounds within three generations.
From the day they join the army, they will be taught "loyalty to the king's authority". Because as the king's direct troops, loyalty must be regarded above all else. No matter what the king's order is, it must be carried out faithfully.
They are sharp swords in the hands of the king. They do not need the ability to distinguish right from wrong, do not need secular concepts of good and evil, do not need political stance, or even ordinary people's emotions. They only need absolute obedience and the ability to carry out every order issued by the king without hesitation. An order.
In the history of the Red Kingdom, Dragon Scale Guards and Imperial Guards were present in every massacre, including massacres within the palace, massacres of religions, and massacres of civilian uprisings. They are the glorious masters of glory. It is also a cold and ruthless killing machine.
The four words "absolute obedience" are the core spirit that implements these two troops.
So Viscount Pacas asked Chen Xing to rest assured, show the ring of the kingdom and give the order directly.
After separation, Chen Xing returned to the palace and made a special trip to the library to read some of the secret histories of the Dragon Scale Guards and the Imperial Guards. He found that as Viscount Pacas said, as long as they held the Ring of the Kingdom, they would obey any order. Execution with fidelity.
So in this way, the problem is solved.
The next morning, after Chen Xing woke up, he took a few bites of the breakfast made by Cuilisi, then put on his general uniform and headed to the Crimson Fortress, the headquarters of the Imperial Guard.
The castle was hung with red and black heraldic flags, halberds and shields, and there was a strong chilling atmosphere.
"The Prime Minister is here!"
The herald shouted loudly, but the fortress was silent.
"The Prime Minister is here!"
"The Prime Minister is here!"
It wasn't until the third shout that the gate of the fortress slowly opened, and the guards in red and black military uniforms lined up and stood neatly in front of the castle.
"I am the commander of the Imperial Guards, Garfield Victor!"
A middle-aged officer with an elegant face stepped forward, his tone was neither humble nor arrogant, his face had strong lines, and his brows were full of iron-blooded temperament.
As long as you get close, you can smell the strong smell of blood on your body. This is a feeling only people who have climbed out of the corpse mountain and sea of blood can never erase in their lifetime.
"Welcome Prime Minister to visit!"
Following Garfield's shout, all the guards stood down with their halberds, as if the entire ground was shaking, making a neat sound.
Everyone looked solemn, unsmiling, and full of chilling air.
Chen Xing couldn't help but his eyes lit up, this was the elite teacher he wanted. Then he showed the King's Ring and asked to take command of the Praetorian Guard.
When he made the request, he suddenly saw a strange flash in Garfield's eyes, but it quickly disappeared, and then he solemnly expressed his willingness to accept the order of the holder of the Kingdom's Ring.
Things went surprisingly smoothly, and Chen Xing later visited the Crimson Fortress and learned about the basic situation of the Imperial Guard.
There are about 30,000 people in the Imperial Guard, equipped with the most advanced equipment. The lowest personal strength is also at the guard level. The overall combat strength is said to be equivalent to half of the supreme power.
After the visit, Chen Xing sat down and told the regiment commander Garfield about the Lyra Trojans' plan, and issued an order to help infiltrate the Lyra Castle.
During the whole process, Garfield listened quietly. Although he didn't speak much, his attitude was quite correct. When asked by Chen Xing, he nodded in agreement.
Chen Xing originally thought that things would go smoothly like this.
Unexpectedly, as soon as he left the Crimson Fortress, Legion Commander Garfield sent someone to send him a resignation application.
"What on earth does he mean!"
Chen Xing angrily threw out his resignation application, but the other party ignored him at all. They didn't object to him in person, but they came to resign behind his back. They were treating him like a monkey!
He polished the Kingdom Ring, his anger grew stronger and stronger, and he could no longer suppress it.
"Call Aqiaomu!"
"yes!"
However, during the time when the chief inquisitor of the Black Prison arrived, Chen Xing regained his composure.
He remembered Mr. Mu's advice. The other party clearly told him not to rush to take over the Dragon Scale Guard and the Imperial Guard.
But Viscount Pacas spoke very relaxedly, and there seemed to be some discrepancies in the information between the two.
But Mr. Mu's credibility is obviously higher than that of Viscount Pacas.
"Let A Qiaomu go back first."
"yes!"
"Summon the Dragonscale Guards officer, Viscount Pacas!"
"yes!"
