Realm of Power

The outskirts of the capital of Aero are desolate in winter, but this year, under the atmosphere of the celebration of the new royal family, it is thriving. The wide bluestone road leading directly from the city gate to the military camp is neatly arranged on both sides. Various trees are planted, and the branches are covered with dots of buds. The Hérault region This year's climate is synonymous with abnormality. The south, which has not rained for decades, has been raining heavily, but the north, affected by the warm ocean current climate, has signs of early spring. Long colorful streamers are fluttering in the wind on the tree trunks. It's like a sea of ​​colors, as if I've suddenly returned to the blooming spring.

However, free winds are absolutely uncontrollable. Although they cannot take away the moist water vapor, although they cannot take away the comfortable temperature, they can blow the colorful flowers to their heart's content. Blow with the merriment of real winds across the plains, rather than just a slight shake of the branches like their brothers and sisters, the gentle spring breezes and the lazy summer breezes.

In order to celebrate the accession of the new royal family to the throne, the Kentam family planted 3,000 southern shrubs that can bloom in winter around the capital of Héro. On the one hand, it is to increase the celebration, and on the other hand, it is to show that the new royal family comes from the south, because These southern shrubs are temporarily planted. It is difficult to keep them alive for a long time. They are only temporary measures. The enthronement of the new royal family will naturally be a lively event. The blooming of shrubs and flowers can add to the festive atmosphere. These shrubs are a specialty of the south. When they bloom, they are transported by horse-drawn carriages from Süd Hérault. Now they are beginning to show signs of withering. , the petals like broken leaves inevitably fly everywhere when the wind blows, and the fine fluff is definitely uncomfortable when it sticks to the body.

Under the protection of a group of cavalry guards wearing colorful ribbons, Atlicon looked arrogantly towards the military camp outside the city at the end of the road.

This military camp outside the city was built on a hillside in the suburbs. It was a row of huge stone fortress buildings, each five to six hundred meters long and wide. It was as huge as a huge Tianzi Pavilion. The fortress was built on the slope. From here you can have an unobstructed view of the entire capital of Hérault. At least you can drive out from here if there is any disturbance. It is the most important military stronghold outside the capital of Hérault. This was once one of the sub-forts of the capital of Hérault. After more than half a year of turmoil after the Hérault royal family fled, the original facilities here had long been looted, leaving only overgrown weeds. When the national army of the Order invaded the capital of Hérault, this was one of the most brutal battlefields. 1. The Eero soldiers who stayed here fought to the last man, but they still could not save the rapid fall of the Eero Empire. The wooden sentry towers and fortresses outside the camp were basically burned down, and collapsed sections of rubble walls were everywhere.

Later, the imperial army entered the capital of Eero, and the place was completely deserted. In order to suppress the capital of Eero, the imperial army did not station here, but directly stationed in the city until the Kentam family arrived. Ten days before the arrival of the capital of Aero, the empire's garrison in the capital of Aero had just begun. The capital of the King of Eero evacuated, and the Kentam family, in order to show that they came with peace and sincerity, would not interfere too much with the original power structure in the city and reduce the atmosphere of resistance from the capital of the King of Eero, so they ordered Five thousand Kentam soldiers who came with the family were stationed outside the city.

“The view of the Royal Capital of Eero from here is indeed the best.”

Atlicon immediately stood up to the mountain with a high-spirited look. As soon as he learned that his father had asked him to come here to mobilize troops into the city, he immediately put on the gorgeous armor he had just bought on the black market in the capital of Aero. This is a half-length armor with silver-white as the main body. It is the best in the capital of Aero. The masterpiece of the master armor craftsman Rosia. The emblem representing the Kentam family on the chest of the armor shows that it is plated with a layer of dazzling gold. The large red cloak floats in the wind, and it is stunning in style. It is guaranteed to be absolutely perfect on any occasion. The one who will attract everyone's attention immediately

What is luxury and grandeur, what is kingly style? Just look at this armor.

Looking at his previous armor, Atlicon's intestines are now green with regret. For the first few banquets, he wore the southern armor, because everyone knew that the war in the southern part of Aero had just subsided. The Kentam family became the biggest winner in the south. They entered the venue dressed in armor, with a heroic appearance and great military exploits. They must have gained a lot of points. They thought they would amaze the whole audience, but in the end they were laughed at so much that they almost vomited blood.

The problem lies in the armor

The southern European Barrow has been at odds with the northern capital for decades, and has been closed off by the north for decades. Things in the south have long been unable to follow the trend. Whether it is the threads in the forging process or the overall design, the things in the south are still just a few. The old style from ten years ago, the north side is influenced by the three regions of Barro in Northern Europe, Barro in Southern Europe and the Gulf of Aden. In terms of armor craftsmanship, he has always been the leader of the Barro fashion trend in southern Europe. Both the forging process and style are enough to surpass the southern craftsmen by several blocks. As the saying goes, there is no harm without comparison. He is wearing an old-fashioned Atli from decades ago. In front of the young nobles in all kinds of fashionable clothes at the banquet, His Highness Colon was synonymous with a rustic.

After several banquets, Atlicolen felt that he had been hit a million times, and he immediately spent a lot of money to buy this famous work of art from the black market, and finally managed to regain some face.

And leading the army into the city this time was an excellent opportunity to reverse the previous rustic evaluation. Arrigolon was carefully dressed and fully armed, like a rooster about to go to the battlefield. With his sword drawn and pointing forward, the army was like a tiger. It is said that the emperor of the empire is nothing more than Therefore, the portrait of the Scythe of the God of War was copied countless times by Atrigoron by his bedside. Even if it was just a fake, Atrigoron believed that he had learned the essence of it. God, haha, why can't I be the God of War!

In front of the military camp, Atlicon stopped his horse

"Your Highness Atlicon, this is the first time we have the opportunity to see the army marching out."

A young man behind Atlicolun's eyes were bright and his tone was full of envy. Beside this young man, there were seven or eight young people from various forces, all of whom looked forward with expectant faces. They are all the younger generation who came from various forces. Although their status in the country is not low, it is not considered important. Those Outstanding figures who can truly lead the army, how could all the forces be willing to let them come here? At first, everyone just came to watch the excitement, and randomly sent one of them to make up the numbers. Later, they realized that something was wrong, and immediately transferred people from China. These first young people was sent to deliberately establish a good relationship with Atlicon, hoping to make amends.

So in this short period of time, Atlicolun has been prosperous. At the banquet, the big bosses from all parties unanimously praised him highly. Under the banquet, there were these young people supporting him. There were even private rumors that King Ikar intended to follow him. After his third daughter married the heir to the Kentam family, Atlicon's status suddenly rose even more.

This time, Atlicon came to mobilize troops into the city. He was surrounded by people. Against the background of the latest luxurious armor, Atlicon exuded a heroic spirit, just like a prince returning to lead an army. , thinking that the thoughts that have been hanging around for the past few days are finally coming to an end, Atlicon can’t wait.

As expected, Atrice was just a concubine, or a little clever, but she had not gone through the systematic study required by a family heir. She did not have the vision to assess the situation and control the situation at all, and could not understand the situation at all. The current situation is The Ikars are rising and may annex them in the next few months The Kingdom of Harvey has become the leading power in Barro in Southern Europe. The rise of the Ikar people in Barro in Southern Europe has been unstoppable. It is too late for all forces to curry favor. Atrice actually goes against the Ikar people in order to protect the Harvey people. , and also arrested the captain of the Ikar royal guard in full view of the public. I really don’t know what he was thinking.

This kind of behavior that completely ignores the overall situation of the family and participates in the fight between the two countries is enough to waste all the current diplomatic efforts of the Kentam family. Compared with this, the friendship he has won over the powerful Ika people and the Biang people is more important. Showing the magnanimity and foresight required of a royal heir,

Atrice is finished! The moment he received the order from Marquis Kentam to mobilize troops into the city, Atlicon's heart had already turned the family heir of his concubine sister into the former family heir. Why did he mobilize troops into the city? Of course, all efforts are being made to search for the members of the Ikar royal guard who were detained by Atrice. Atrice has openly stood on the opposite side of the family. Naturally, the position of the family heir cannot be preserved.

It was discovered that His Royal Highness Atlicon was coming. Several flute sounds came from the direction of the military camp. The heavy military camp door was slowly pushed open from the inside. The guard at the entrance of the military camp was a family officer. After receiving the call from the guard at the door, After the announcement, he immediately ran out with a hurried look, saluted him respectfully and said, "His Royal Highness Atlicon!"

"Where's Balasok?"

Atlicon raised the riding crop in his hand as a return gift, with a rather ugly expression on his face. He was considered the eldest son of the Kentam family, but Balasok only sent an officer to receive him, and he didn't even come to receive him in person. The idea of ​​welcoming him into the military camp, but the thought of a group of people watching behind him made him feel very shameless.

"Captain Balasock said that the assassination on the street in the royal capital was a major dereliction of duty by the city guards. Lord Balasock is doing his best to investigate the matter. Unless there are special circumstances, no one is allowed to enter or exit the military camp at will, even himself. Likewise, no one is allowed to leave the military camp before the investigation is completed!" The family officer said with a serious face.

"Why is Balasock conducting a self-examination at this time? Are you crazy? What does the assassination have to do with the family city guard? Finding talents is the first priority at this time!"

Atlicon's face was stunned. In an emergency, the city guard actually closed the door for internal investigation. He gave instructions to the city guard officer that night. Otherwise, who would dare to pretend to be deaf or dumb? Barrasso Whether Ke really doesn’t know or he does it on purpose, who is this closed self-examination targeting? Isn’t it him? Once it is discovered that the officer who was on duty that night was actually ordered by him, it will be a huge scandal. If some things are not revealed, everyone can pretend not to see it, but once it is clearly revealed in front of their eyes, The Kentam family's stance of favoring the Ikars will become a target of public criticism.

Balasock must not be allowed to mess around with this matter again! Thinking of this, Atrigolon felt angry, and his face turned red. As the eldest son of the family, Balasock still needs to be sold. Balasock, this bastard, tell him to get out immediately! Sure enough, after more than ten minutes, Balasock, the commander of the fifth regiment of the Kentucky Guard, appeared in front of Atligo surrounded by several officers.

"His Royal Highness Atlicon, I didn't expect you to come here. Your Highness must also know about last night's murder in the street. The city guards are doing their best to investigate the matter, so they didn't come to greet His Highness. It's really a subordinate's fault. Dereliction of duty!" Balasok said with a smile on his face. He was a guard. The knight's Balasuk is not tall, on the contrary, he is a little low. In addition, his flattering face does not look like a professional soldier at all, but more like a stall owner. Atlicon has never had a good impression of this wretched-looking head of the city guard.

When I became the head of the family, I immediately changed to this Balasock! Atlicon said secretly in his heart

"The investigation is terminated here. I'm here to convey the family's order." With a stern look, Atlicolon took out the troop deployment order signed by Marquis Kentam and handed it to Balasok in front of everyone. "This belongs to my father." Order, sir, please immediately mobilize three thousand soldiers to follow me into the city to search for suspicious persons. If there are no problems, please set off immediately.

"Moving troops into the city? It's just an order like this. I'm afraid it can't be done!" Balasok took the order and glanced at it, "What do you mean! As the private army of the Kentam family, the Kentam family's Are all the orders useless? Do you want to betray the family?" Atlicon's face was ashen. If he didn't take out the order, three thousand troops would follow him into the city. Why is such an order not enough? !

"Your Highness, look at this. It's not that my subordinates dare to disobey the family's orders. It's really..." Balasok smiled bitterly and took an imperial military order from the subordinates behind him and handed it to Atrigo. Lun, sighed and said, "Since the assassination in the street broke out last night, the empire has been extremely angry. On the one hand, it demanded Our city guards must find out the mole within three days. On the other hand, from now on, any transfer of more than ten people must have the permission of Sir Plais or Her Highness Atrice. The order is enough, otherwise as long as one of our city guards leaves the camp without authorization, the imperial army will kill us all."

"Why can't the family mobilize troops! Why does Atrice have the power to mobilize troops into the city!" Atlicon looked at the imperial military order in his hand with a blank look on his face, and asked in a deep and angry voice.

"Because Her Royal Highness Atrice is the heir to the family, Lord Plais has granted you the power to mobilize the city guards to deal with emergencies." Balasock's face was calm, and his slightly narrowed eyes occasionally flashed a frightening look. In the cold light, whoever has the military power is in the hands of the King of Eero. It’s ridiculous that the Kentam family is so naive to entertain themselves!