Xiao Ran didn't need to waste too much of his energy on the arrangements for the Freikorps. The Freikorps that Culowes established in the 11th District was in fact the strongest military formation in the region. Besides, they were led by Jeremiah and had sufficient manpower and resources. Most of them were managed by Freikorps who were the most loyal supporters of the Royals.
Instead of dispersing them, it would be better for them to serve as Euphemia's Freikorps. Not only would they be able to inherit the excessive Freikorps that Culowes created, but they would also receive the gratitude and sincere support of the Freikorps who were supposed to be punished. The Freikorps would be put to use within a day and no one would be able to accuse Euphemia of wrongdoing in this matter.
After Xiao Ran arranged the arrangements for the Freikorps, apart from those who were chosen by Villetta to protect Euphemia, a few dozen female Freikorps were selected and added to the personal guards that Xiao Ran summoned. They would completely take over Euphemia's safety and become the core line of defense in the Governor-General's Mansion.
When the Freikorps were called over, Jeremiah also left the Governor-General's Mansion in a hurry to arrange Euphemia's schedule and prepare all the information regarding Freikorps.
Xiao Ran went upstairs once again. As he approached Euphemia's room, Xiao Ran saw a person in red Freikorps uniform standing guard in the corridor every few meters. When Xiao Ran arrived outside Euphemia's room, he saw two female Freikorps standing on both sides of the door. Villetta was also waiting outside the door.
When Villetta saw Xiao Ran, she hurriedly approached Xiao Ran. After greeting him, she said, "Her Highness has woken up and is making preparations with the help of the servants."
Xiao Ran nodded. "Has the schedule been arranged?"
Villetta said, "I've just contacted Jeremiah. Apart from the guards, everything is ready. We can set off after breakfast and the guards will be ready by then."
"Okay." Xiao Ran looked at the two female guards outside the door and said, "Jeremiah didn't tell you that I've transferred a group of people to be Her Highness' personal guards. When the time comes, I'll let someone else take care of the guards. Your main task is to assist Her Highness as an administrative officer. Arrange her schedule, work, and daily life. If there's anything you don't understand, feel free to ask me."
Villetta had never been an administrative officer before. She didn't even have the experience of being a secretary. Although she had some experience in handling things, she didn't know what to do when she suddenly became Euphemia's personal secretary. Now that she heard Xiao Ran's words, although she still had some doubts about Xiao Ran's abilities, she felt a lot more relieved with someone helping her.
Although Villeta was happy to be promoted, her position wouldn't change because of the internal structure of the military. She only had more authority, but she didn't care about it. Instead, she was more willing to work with Jeremiah.
After hesitating for a while, Villetta said, "Sir Knight, I don't think I'm suitable to be an administrative officer. I'm just a soldier, and I'm worried that I won't be able to do my job well. I'm also not suitable to deal with the Archons, and I won't be able to arrange Her Highness' personal life well. So, is it possible to find someone else to take over my current job?"
Xiao Ran looked at Villetta and asked, "Are you telling the truth or are you being polite?"
Villetta raised her head and said seriously, "This is your subordinate's honest opinion."
"Okay." Xiao Ran thought for a while and said, "Someone will take over your job today. After that, you and Jeremiah will help me manage the Freikorps. I don't have much time to deal with the Freikorps."
Villetta let out a sigh of relief. Although she was a little disappointed, she still said with sincerity, "Thank you for your understanding, sir Knight."
Xiao Ran shook his head. He didn't care too much about Villetta's unwillingness to be an administrative officer. Villetta didn't want to be an administrative officer because she felt that Villetta's personality wasn't suitable and she wasn't capable enough. No matter how sincere and polite she was, Xiao Ran could tell that Villetta just wanted to work with Jeremiah in the Freikorps. It wasn't like there wasn't anyone more suitable to be an administrative officer. Villetta wasn't familiar with this job, but there was someone else who was familiar with it.
However, now that Xiao Ran was an exclusive knight, he would need to spend most of his time with Euphemia even if he didn't stay in the Governor's Mansion all the time. Now that Ryukino's arrangement had been confirmed, how should He Linnali and the other girls be arranged?
However, it didn't seem appropriate to bring the three girls here directly. Nunnally's identity was too sensitive. Zhui's arrangement was to take over the Imperial Guards. Now that Velleta was unwilling to become Eufalia's Personal Affairs Officer, she had to become Eufalia's Personal Affairs Officer. Letting Zhui do this was not only because she could protect Eufalia, but more importantly, Zhui had the ability to do so as well.
Since Villeta wasn't willing to be the administrative officer, the first person Xiao Ran thought of was Zhui. Therefore, he didn't arrange for anyone else to take over the job. That way, Zhui would have to spend more time in the governor's mansion and wouldn't be able to go back. He Na Nali would probably starve to death without anyone looking after her.
"Why don't we just move all of them here?" Xiao Ran thought for a while and said, "Alright, we'll follow the current arrangement. I'm going to pick up a few people, and I'll be back as soon as possible before we depart."
"You're going to pick up people?" Villetta was stunned. She asked hesitantly, "Do you need to prepare?"
Xiao Ran said, "Prepare three rooms, and arrange them near my room. Also, prepare a helicopter for me. I'll be back before breakfast if possible."
"Three people? We're going to live in the Governor's Mansion? " Villeta stared blankly at Xiao Ran. She didn't expect Xiao Ran to bring three people with him to the Governor's Mansion. Villeta was confused. As a knight, how could she bring three people who had nothing to do with His Highness into the Governor's Mansion?
Xiao Ran looked at Villetta and said, "They're all girls, so it shouldn't be a problem. Also, one of them is the administrative officer and the captain of the guards that I picked for Her Highness, so she has to stay in the Governor's Mansion. One of them is my servant, and the other is my friend's little sister. It's not very convenient, so someone has to take care of them all the time. Oh right, as for my mansion, just pick one that's closest to the Governor's Mansion. If Her Highness doesn't allow it, I'll move out with them after the mansion is ready."
Villetta heard Xiao Ran's words and could only nod in agreement, "I understand, I'll prepare the helicopter right away."
At this moment, someone suddenly came to report that Gilbert came to the Governor's Mansion and wanted to see Her Highness Euphemia. Villetta was in a difficult position when she heard the report. If Gilbert wanted to see Euphemia, she couldn't stop him. She could only report this to Euphemia.
However, Xiao Ran was in front of Villetta, so after the servant left, Villetta's eyes were fixed on Xiao Ran. She looked at the closed door from time to time and thought about whether she should report this to Euphemia.
"Don't waste time, now is not the time to see him." Xiao Ran said without hesitation, "However, I have to inform His Highness about this matter first. As for that Gilbert, you will personally inform him that His Highness' schedule is full today. The meeting time will be changed to tonight, and he will be invited to the banquet."
Villetta nodded. She knew that Gilbert came here with a purpose, but she wasn't good at this kind of scheming. When she heard Xiao Ran's words, she quickly knocked on the door and entered Euphemia's room. Xiao Ran had already turned around to avoid arousing suspicion.
After two minutes, Villetta came out and said to Xiao Ran, "I've already reported to Her Highness. Her Highness agreed to meet with Gilbert at the banquet tonight. Also, Her Highness wants you to go in now."
Xiao Ran nodded. He walked to the door and lightly knocked on it twice. After a "Come in" sound came from inside, Xiao Ran pushed the door open and walked in. Villeta also turned around and left to inform the uninvited Gilbert about the time of the meeting.
When Xiao Ran entered the room, Euphemia was sitting in front of the mirror in her formal attire. She was tidying up her hair and makeup with the help of a few maids. When she saw Xiao Ran from the corner of her eyes, a happy smile appeared on her face. However, she didn't move and just waved her hand at Xiao Ran.
Xiao Ran slowly walked to Euphemia's side. He noticed that a few maids were peeking at him curiously. He also noticed the smile on Euphemia's face. He put his hand on his chest and bowed slightly, "Good morning, Your Highness."
"Good morning to you too, Mister Knight." Euphemia pursed her lips and smiled, "Did you have a good night's rest? Are you used to your first day as a knight?"
Xiao Ran smiled faintly, "I'm used to it. Thank you for your concern, Your Highness."
"You're welcome. You're my personal knight. If you're not used to living in this place, then I should be the one having a headache." Euphemia smiled gently and said, "I heard from Velletta that you've taken over Brother Culovis's Freikorps to reorganize my Freikorps and even formed a personal guard. That's a good thing. Otherwise, those people might be punished by the empire and sent to dangerous places."
Xiao Ran bowed again, "I hope Your Highness will forgive me for not informing Your Highness of the situation in advance. The Freikorps are rather well organized and haven't been disbanded yet. That's why taking over the Freikorps is the fastest and doesn't require any training or preparation. They're also very familiar with the workings of Freikorps. Now that Your Highness is willing to take them in, not only will they feel at ease, Your Highness will also gain their gratitude and loyalty. They will protect Your Highness wholeheartedly and become the first force loyal to Your Highness."
"The personal guard was formed in consideration of Your Highness's gender. That's why an all-female squad was formed to make it easier for Your Highness to protect Your Highness."
Euphemia blinked, "It's fine. Since I've asked Sir Knight to form the Freikorps, I'll accept any Freikorps. Also … Velletta said that you've already chosen the captain of the personal guard. Is she a relative of Sir Knight?"
"Yes." Xiao Ran nodded, "She's a very trustworthy person. She's also very capable. She's able to serve as Your Highness's Freikorps captain and administrator. She's also the person I was going to introduce to Your Highness as a knight."
"Is that her?" Euphemia suddenly realized. Xiao Ran had told Euphemia that he wanted to introduce another person to her. However, now that Xiao Ran had become a knight, that person still had to come to her side.
"Then I'll be looking forward to it." Euphemia said seriously. After she finished tidying up her hair, she waved her hands to signal the maidservants to stop. After she stood up and had them leave, she walked up to Xiao Ran and tidied her skirt. "Thank you, Mister Xiao Ran. Thank you for everything you've done for me."
Xiao Ran held Euphemia's hand and helped her stand up straight. "Why do you say that?"
Euphemia looked at Xiao Ran gently with her glowing eyes. "I know everything that happened yesterday. Mister Xiao Ran, you made those troublesome officers pledge their loyalty to me and made them willing to help me achieve my dream of making the 11th District a better place. You also helped me rope in the Freikorps who used to belong to His Highness Culovis and gave me my own forces. You also gave me the right to speak in the 11th District."
"In just one night, Mister Xiao Ran, you pushed away all the obstacles in my way and gave me the foundation to develop the 11th District according to my wishes. You've done so much for me, and I don't want to become a puppet princess who only listens to others. You also gave me the courage to say no to Sister Cornelia. Mister Xiao Ran, thank you for being willing to help me achieve my dreams."
Xiao Ran fell silent for a moment. "I did all of this on my own accord. I didn't discuss it with you or get your permission. I just hope you won't blame me for this."
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