"Kaboom!"
Lightning streaked across the sky, and the torrential rain in Chilly Winter City intensified.
After the banquet ended, Colin returned to his residence. Just as he closed the door, Scholar Dwayne immediately said,
"Lord Viscounts, it's not a wise decision to go out of the city to fight!"
Colin did not immediately respond to Scholar Dwayne. Instead, he unhurriedly loosened his tight collar, took off his coat, and threw it on the back of the chair.
Then, he smiled and asked, "Why do you think Earl Oman suggested going out of the city with me to fight the enemy?"
Scholar Dwayne was slightly taken aback. He didn't expect Colin to ignore his advice and be troubled by this question.
However, he explained patiently, "First, Earl Oman definitely doesn't want the Golden Lion Legion to enter the city. That's his bottom line. After all, the Golden Lion Legion has more people and is stronger than the Oman family. Once they enter the city, the Lion's Roar Fort will have a change of hands.
As for why he wants to go out of the city to fight the enemy, it's probably because he wants to make use of this opportunity to gain military merits.
Although the House of Saint Hilde has accepted Earl Oman's surrender and forgiven his betrayal, this is based on the fact that they are facing a powerful enemy. If the Northern Frontier is pacified, the Oman family might not be able to escape punishment.
There's no need to find an excuse for punishment. According to the Overlord's Law, if the Oman family loses their fief, they can be stripped of their title. Furthermore, Fallen Eagle City had already been burned to ashes. Even if Count Auldmann wanted to take back his fief, it was already impossible.
Under such circumstances, the only way for him to save himself is to gain military merits in the process of pacifying the rebel army to ensure his title and status.
Therefore, he won't accept our proposal to defend the city and make peace with the Dwarves. "
Colin nodded and agreed with Scholar Dwayne's judgment. Then, he raised another question.
Then, he asked, "What happens after we defeat the rebel army? If we really fight with the Dwarven army outside the city, hmm, even if we win, how does Count Auldmann plan to deal with the aftermath?
Will he continue to block the Golden Lion Legion outside the city? Hehe, isn't he afraid that I'll take care of him? "
"I don't know what Count Oman and the others are planning." Scholar Dwayne shook his head with a grave expression. "However, I'm guessing that they're still going to use the duke's body to make an issue out of it."
Colin also narrowed his eyes, realizing that this should be the biggest flaw on his side.
Scholar Dwayne continued his analysis, "The matter of the duke's body being swapped is full of doubts. I even suspect that the Morrison family has already pledged their loyalty to Joyce in advance.
Of course, it was also possible that the Church was the middleman.
This Archbishop Ajani … I can't quite see through her.
Think about it. If Adjiani suddenly questions the authenticity of the Duke's body during his funeral in the future, it will be a fatal blow to both Vera's and your reputation! "
Colin rubbed his chin and felt that there was indeed such a possibility. After thinking for a moment, he asked again, "Then can Archbishop Ajani be roped in?"
Scholar Dawn shook his head with a heavy expression.
Colin asked curiously, "Why? Doesn't the Church just want to see an obedient Dukes Of The North? Whatever Joyce can give, Vera can give as well.
Moreover, I can also persuade Vera to publicly announce her belief in the God of Light.
If a mage converts to the God of Light, won't the Church be tempted by such a publicity stunt? "
Scholar Dawn shook his head and asked, "Lord Viscounts, do you know why the Church sent such a young and beautiful Archbishop to the Northern Frontier?"
"Why?"
Scholar Dawn did not answer directly. Instead, he asked again, "Do you know Lady Kate?"
"Who?" Colin was confused.
"She is the wife of the Earl of the Eastern Region. At the same time, she is also a priest and the Archbishop of the Eastern Region!"
"Hehe." Colin instantly understood what Scholar Dawn meant.
The Church was actually using a honey trap!
"So, the real purpose of Archbishop Ajani is to marry Joyce and become the Lady of the Dukes Of The North?"
Scholar Dawn nodded and said, "Yes, because of Lady Kate, the Church has a very deep influence in the Eastern Region. They can even influence some of the decisions of the Duke of the Eastern Region.
After tasting the sweetness in the Eastern Region, the Church has been trying to use the same method to expand their influence in the secular world. This time, Archbishop Ajani's target should be Joyce! "
Colin could not help but laugh. The Church was really trying to use a honey trap on a ten year old boy.
However, this trick might be useful. With Ajani's charm, it would be very easy for her to control a little boy.
In retrospect, Colin found that Joyce had indeed been constantly looking at Ajani during the banquet. Apparently, he had been attracted to her.
In this way, between Vera and Joyce, the Church would definitely choose the latter.
How could a converted mage be more attractive than the Duchess?
Phew!
Colin let out a long breath and returned to the main topic: "So, what good idea do you have now?"
Scholar Dawn's spirit was lifted and he quickly said, "Lord Viscounts, the strategy we set at the beginning cannot be changed!
Not only will we not win if we go out to meet the enemy, but even if we win, I'm afraid that Joyce will take away the fruits of our labor. So, we must adhere to the original principles.
We must not confront the rebels directly and defend Chilly Winter. Then, we can slowly divide and conquer the rebels! "
Colin spread out his hands and said helplessly, "But now, they will not agree to let the Golden Lion Legion enter the city."
Scholar Dawn's eyes flashed and he said fiercely, "Lord Viscounts, then we must take extreme measures!"
"Oh? What extraordinary means? "Colin's interest was piqued.
Scholar Dawn said word by word, "Force your way into the city!"
"How? You can't just attack, right? "
"No." Scholar Dawn shook his head. Scholar Dawn shook his head. "Currently, Chilly Winter's gate is still controlled by the city defense army. As long as we persuade Knight Thomas, we can open the gate and let the Golden Lion Legion enter the city.
As long as the Golden Lion Legion enters the city, Earl Oman will obediently give up his dominance and try to reconcile with us.
Of course, even if he wants to fight to the death, we will not be afraid with the Golden Lion Legion and the city defense army. "
Colin leaned forward slightly and asked eagerly, "Are you confident that you can persuade Knight Thomas?"
Scholar Dawn nodded confidently: "I have already noticed during the banquet that Knight Thomas is not very close to Earl Oman and the others. He must have been forced to board the ship."
Colin frowned: "But since he has already boarded the ship, it will be difficult for you to get him to come down."
Scholar Dawn smiled mysteriously: "At this time, we will have to rely on Miss Vera's background."
"What do you mean?" Colin's eyes flashed as he suddenly realized something.
"Do you know who Vera's biological father is?"
Colin looked at the mysterious Scholar Dwayne and suddenly burst into laughter.
Scholar Dawn was stunned for a moment before he reacted and laughed: "Sir Viscounts, it seems that you already know."
Colin nodded: "I found out about it from Marquis García. How did you find out?"
"The Duke Of St. Hilde told me."
Colin was a little surprised. It seemed that the Duke really trusted Scholar Dawn. He even told him such a secret.
"Then, do you know who Vera's biological mother is?" Colin suddenly asked curiously.
Unfortunately, Scholar Dawn shook his head, indicating that he did not know.
Colin was a little disappointed, and then he asked in confusion: "Vera's biological father is Marquis García. What does she have to do with Knight Thomas?"
Scholar Dawn smiled and said: "Sir Viscounts, you may not know this but Knight Thomas used to be a member of the Black Cavalry. He followed Marquis García and fought in the Blue Ice Field for more than ten years.
Therefore, if he knows that Vera is Marquis García's biological daughter, then he will definitely help us! "
Colin suddenly realized that Scholar Dawn was a fan of Marquis García.
However, when he thought about it, it was normal. With Marquis García's prestige in the army, it would be strange if he did not have any fans.
"Well, then you can go and find him now!"
"Yes, Sir Viscounts. Please wait for my good news!"
Scholar Dawn smiled confidently, then he went out, picked up his raincoat, and rushed into the rain.
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