The absurd and intense night passed. Early the next morning, Chen Rui appeared in front of the Dark Moon's palace.
After Chen Rui left the Dark Moon, Dodo, who returned from the Red Spirit Estate battle, began to work as a guest host with ease. Under the command of Delia, he completed some simple tasks of the financial officer. The main reason was that everyone's attention was focused on the decisive battle between the Dark Moon Army and the capital army in the past few days. In addition, a large number of merchants had evacuated, so there were not many affairs and no flaws were exposed.
The Dark Moon's victory made everyone inexplicably excited. Everyone understood that after the former Regent Obsidian was beheaded by the Sword of Fallen Angel, Princess Royal Jía was already the master of the entire Fallen Angel Empire. It was only a matter of time before she left the Dark Moon and went to the capital to ascend the throne as the empress. As the foundation of Empress Jía's rise, the Dark Moon would definitely get a lot of care and preferential treatment.
The successor of the estate also attracted attention. The Dark Moon was now the most prosperous estate of the empire. If he could become the lord, the benefits were naturally needless to say. Some promising successors were staring at this position. They walked in front of Jía from time to time, hoping to get the trust of the future Her Majesty Empress; the Dark Moon's families and nobles were also paying attention to this step by step. No one wanted to lose the power and status in their hands; the people were concerned about their own livelihood. Jía's prestige in the Dark Moon was extremely high. The Dark Moon also went through difficulties under her rule, ushering in today's prosperity and strength. People hoped that the new lord could continue the prosperity of the Dark Moon.
But for now, Jía did not go to the capital to ascend the throne. The lord of the Dark Moon was still her, so these concerns and actions were carried out in secret. As Jía's most trusted human financial officer, a famous internal minister of the Demon Realm, and probably the future financial minister of the empire, Dodo, who was a substitute, received many invitations and offers of goodwill during Chen Rui's coma. When a man became immortal, even his followers followed him. Obviously, he had become a popular person.
The guards of the Dark Moon Palace had changed a lot. In addition to the original Red Blood Army, there were also some imperial guards brought by Obsidian from the capital. This was more of an attitude expressed by Jía to the capital army that had surrendered.
Chen Rui didn't see Jía immediately like before. Instead, he waited in the council hall for about an hour before he saw the future ruler of the empire.
Jía looked a little tired, but her eyes were faintly colorful. Behind her was the magician Stiller of the peak stage of the Demon Overlord. Chen Rui could see that Jía's injury had now healed. Her Demon Overlord realm was very stable, and the territory power that she faintly exuded was also quite solid. It stood to reason that it would take at least a few months to reach this level. Jía didn't have the training ground function given by the Super System. It was a miracle that she could stabilize her newly promoted realm so quickly.
In fact, these days, several Demon Overlords such as Stiller in the capital had been helping her to treat and realize her realm at the cost of their own power. The treatment of Her Majesty Empress was naturally far from what Princess Royal Highness could compare with. The capital's Demon Overlords firstly wanted to improve the empress' strength, and secondly, they wanted to express their loyalty on behalf of the elder families and royal families behind her.
"Your Highness." In front of Stiller, Chen Rui still had to put on an act.
"Chen Rui, come and meet this Madam Stiller. Dans, the top magician of the capital's elder families." Jía hadn't been enthroned yet after all, so she used a respectful title for Stiller.
"Madam Stiller." Chen Rui bowed to Stiller.
Stiller was also a little curious about this human who was famous for his internal affairs in the Demon Realm. She nodded in return.
Jía said, "Madam Stiller, you've worked hard these days. Go and rest first."
"Okay, Your Highness' Demon Overlord realm is almost completely stabilized. It will be much smoother to break through to the intermediate stage in the future. Please don't forget to take the time to realize." Stiller knew that Chen Rui was the core member of the original Dark Moon team. Jía must have something important to discuss. She bowed slightly and turned to leave.
After Stiller left, Chen Rui was about to explain about the Sword of Fallen Angel, but Jía gave him a back view and walked out, "Follow me."
The 2 walked all the way into the depths of the palace, but it was not to the bedroom in someone's wretched wish, but to the secret prison. This time, it was not an affair in the secret prison, but for several important captives inside.
There were a total of 3 captives in the secret prison, Sarandi, Gerant, and Rometty.
Sarandi was the Lucifer Royal Family, the peak stage of the Demon Overlord, and the only direct disciple of the Lord of Midnight Sun. He once sneak attacked the Dark Moon's Dark Demon last time and almost destroyed the entire intelligence department. He also wanted to kidnap the human financial officer, Chen Rui. Later, he was captured by the poison dragon, Paglio.
Gerant was the third general of the empire, the intermediate stage of the Demon Emperor. He was an excellent commander promoted by Obsidian with outstanding ability. It was just that Obsidian had a good eye for people, but he had no tolerance. Gerant was once suspected, and he later proposed a plan to attack the western part of the Dark Moon. Unfortunately, the biggest spy, Josh, leaked the news. He was ambushed by Athena, Loki, and the taurens, and he was captured.
Rometty was the legion commander of the Flying Cloud Legion, the peak stage of the Demon Emperor. She had excellent archery skills and was good at aerial combat. When she followed Pallor to raid Town Dico, she chased after the defeated Dark Moon army with the First Legion. As a result, she was ambushed and captured by Krobelus.
Although Jía had the unquestionable right to inherit the empire, even if she ascended to the throne as the empress, she would definitely encounter various obstacles and difficulties, especially the issues of loyalty and right to speak. She must build her own team as soon as possible. These 3 people were all very outstanding talents. Whether it was strength, ability, or influence in the empire and army, they were quite outstanding. If they sincerely surrendered, they would definitely become Jía's arms to rule the entire Fallen Angel Empire.
"Uncle Sarandi." Jía came to Sarandi's cage, "I think we can fulfill that bet in advance."
Sarandi had been secretly taking care of the Dark Moon and protecting Grimm and his daughter. He only attacked the Dark Moon for the sake of the overall situation of the entire empire. At the beginning, he made a bet with Jía. If Jía defeated Obsidian within 10 years, Sarandi would surrender unconditionally. If not, Jía would prioritize the capital's interests and surrender to the capital.
"Royal Highness Jía!" Sarandi stood up. These days, he had learned about Obsidian's crusade against the Dark Moon from Rometty and Gerant. Of course, he only knew the Battle of the Moon Pass Fortress, the Battle of Town Dico, and several battles where Gerant's surprise attack on the Walan Fortress failed. He didn't know the decisive battle in the Leith Field.
At this moment, a vast and piercingly cold aura appeared in the Secret Prison.
Sarandi, Gerant, and Rometty were all moved. Looking at the sword floating in front of Jía, they blurted out in unison, "The Sword of Fallen Angel!"
All 3 of them knew that Obsidian had not been recognized by this highest artifact for 300 years, so he had to go to the secret vault to try every once in a while. Now this sword that rejected Obsidian appeared next to Jía, and it seems that it has actually recognized the granddaughter of the Lord of Midnight Sun!
Gerant was the first to react and asked, "Princess Royal Highness, I want to know if Royal Highness Obsidian was defeated?"
Jía nodded and said, "He has died under the sanction of the artifact, and the entire capital army surrendered."
Gerant was shocked. He thought of many things, and a storm surged in his heart. If Obsidian died under the artifact, then the artifact must have reached Jía's hands first, then the capital is also …
Sarandi's eyes were filled with strong emotions. He finally understood the meaning of Jía's words when she came in. His face was surprised and excited.
He slowly knelt down on one knee, "I, Sarandi. Lucifer, swear before the artifact that I am willing to become the long sword in the hands of Her Majesty Empress to kill all enemies on the road ahead, regardless of honor or disgrace! Regardless of life or death! "
Sarandi did not use the title of "Royal Highness", but "Your Majesty". He had obviously expressed his attitude and determination. Chen Rui hurriedly stepped forward to open the secret prison, but Sarandi still did not get up and remained kneeling.
"Sarandi. Lucifer, your bravery and loyalty will be the most important pillar of the empire's prosperity." Jía gently put the Sword of Fallen Angel on Sarandi's shoulder, then Sarandi stood up.
It was a formal oath just now, so Jía added, "Uncle Sarandi, please take care of me in the future."
Chen Rui smiled and saluted Sarandi. Sarandi nodded in return and bowed to Jía.
Although the title changed back to Royal Highness, everyone had a tacit understanding in their hearts. Since then, besides General George, Jía had another heavyweight under her command. He was not a simple supporter but a die-hard loyal.
Sarandi said to Gerant and Rometty, "Princess Jía has defeated Obsidian and become the true master of the empire. Both of you are sensible people. We have discussed enough things in the past few days, so there is no need to waste your breath."
Rometty took the lead to pledge loyalty. Gerant thought for a moment and said, "I have 2 questions that I want to get answers to."
"Please say." Jía nodded and gestured to Chen Rui to release Rometty.
"The first question is what means did Royal Highness use to control the capital before the decisive battle? The second question is, why did Josh become Royal Highness' spy? "
Jía glanced at Chen Rui, and Chen Rui immediately said, "General Gerant's quick mind is admirable. The capital was indeed taken down before the decisive battle. It was the deputy legion leader of the Red Blood Legion, who is also Royal Highness' fiancé, General Aguile, who went to the White Feather Estate and persuaded Lord Sicali to join forces with General George. After getting the support of the elder families and the staying royal family, they controlled the capital. "
"Aguile? I didn't expect the Dark Moon to have such a character. "Gerant naturally understood who Sicali was. How could he be easily persuaded, but he didn't ask too much. He just sighed," It's a pity that I didn't meet him on the battlefield. "
Chen Rui smiled slightly and continued to answer, "As for the Red Spirit Lord Josh, after the fiasco of the last war of lords, he has secretly surrendered to Princess Royal Highness. This time, it can be regarded as each serving his own master. General doesn't have to worry about it."
In fact, Chen Rui still had many details that he did not say. Josh did make a great contribution this time. In addition to passing on the intelligence in time to make the Dark Moon take the initiative everywhere, he also influenced Obsidian in key decisions. He also used Obsidian's suspicion to eliminate several important figures of the coalition army. Otherwise, the pressure that the Dark Moon had to face in the decisive battle would be greater. Not only that, Josh also used his identity as a quartermaster to put a potion in the food before the decisive battle. This potion was not poisonous, but it would only be triggered under intense exercise. It increased the physical load and accelerated the production of fatigue. This was also the real reason why the capital coalition army was the first to weaken in the fierce battle. Due to the strict inspection and supervision of poison in the army, only Josh's identity and this potion could make the coalition army fall for it without leaving a trace.
Gerant smiled bitterly, "It turns out that after the war of lords, both the Blue Lava Estate and the Red Spirit Estate are controlled by Princess Royal Highness. One is in the open while the other is in the dark. She deceived everyone. I'm convinced of my defeat."
"General, don't worry. Princess Jía and Prince Obsidian are different types of leaders. Even a powerless human like me can be put in an important position and become a financial officer. General can fully display your talents under Princess Royal. You only need to be loyal. Don't worry about anything else."
Gerant thought of his past experience under Obsidian, and he nodded slowly. He understood that this was a way Chen Rui gave him, but he did not agree. He asked again, "Princess Jía, my Saber-toothed Tiger Legion still has 2,300 captives in the hands of General Athena, and the Flying Cloud Legion should also have nearly 3,000 flying cavalry captives. I want to ask Your Majesty to release these headquarters troops to us, and then rush back to Tekula Fortress with General Rometty. I wonder if Your Highness can agree?"
Gerant's request was a bit too much. He asked for the most loyal 5,000 headquarters troops as soon as he opened his mouth, and he even asked Rometty, the surrendered general, to go to his old base, Tekula Fortress. Even Sarandi frowned a little after hearing it.
Jía did not refuse immediately, but she asked, "Are you worried about the Shadow Empire?"
Gerant showed a hint of appreciation and replied simply, "It's better to take precautions. The closest ally is likely to be the fiercest enemy. "
Jía immediately made a decision, "You and Rometty can freely recruit suitable soldiers or generals from the original capital's crusade army. The number is unlimited. The sooner you set off, the better."
Gerant's eyes moved slightly, "Freely recruit? Your Highness doesn't assign the assisting general alone? "
The so-called assisting was actually a monitor like the army supervisor. At this time, Chen Rui smiled and shook his head, "General Gerant, I think you underestimate Princess Jía's courage and magnanimity."
Gerant glanced at Jía, whose eyes were unwavering, and nodded slightly, "Sir Chen Rui, you are right. Princess Jía and Royal Highness Obsidian are indeed different. Then, Princess Jía, I suggest you immediately settle the affairs of the Dark Moon, rush to the capital as soon as possible, and let General George return to the Warlock Fortress to guard as soon as possible. The same is true for the Walan Fortress on the west of the Dark Moon. Moreover, the Walan Fortress must be re-fortified. "
"I understand. I have been dispatching like this in the past few days. As for the defense, you will write a detailed proposal for me later." Jía paused and said, "In the battle of the capital, General Doren and the Red Devil Legion were completely annihilated. General Gerant, I hope you can shoulder the honor and responsibility of the second general."
Gerant took a deep breath and made a standard military salute, "Gerant. Blair is willing to die for Her Majesty Jía!"
Sarandi took a deep look at Gerant and said to Jía, "Your Highness, you seem to trust people too easily. Haven't you been betrayed before?"
This sentence was not avoided from Gerant and Rometty. Jía lowered her eyes slightly, "Yes."
"But there are more people who sincerely serve." Chen Rui added in time. Jía didn't look at Chen Rui, but her raised eyes showed warmth and firmness.
"Just like the Lord of Midnight Sun." Gerant added. This sentence made the eyes of Sarandi and others light up.
You've already exceeded your reading limit for today. If you want to read more, please log in.
Login
Select text and click 'Report' to let us know about any bad translation.
