Shanamia was too naive and did not understand the true meaning hidden in Xiao Ran's words. Although in Xiao Ran's eyes, Shanamia was the most suitable candidate, Shanamia's ability and personality were not enough to support the Burning Legion.
The most suitable successor of the Burning Legion could only be Artemis. Even a boy from another world could not be more qualified than Artemis.
Artemis was born under the watchful eyes of everyone, and she was already recognized as the princess of the entire Burning Legion. There were countless people who were willing to stand behind and support her, and it was the wish of everyone.
However, Artemis was still too young and needed time to grow. As a mother, Da Xia would be the most suitable caretaker. Even if it was just a vase and a mascot, Da Xia must become a mascot and a vase recognized by everyone.
Xiao Ran glanced at the people present. He maintained a smile on his face, but he thought in his heart, "I can't rush it. Let's take it slow. But from now on, I must increase Artemis's exposure and let her start to come into contact with the core matters of the legion."
At night, two people appeared in Xiao Ran's office. They were Kane and Karolan.
Kane's duties in the Burning Legion were very complicated. He was responsible for many aspects of work, such as intelligence, the Secret Warrior Department, the training of personnel, internal monitoring, and so on. Karolan was also responsible for intelligence and monitoring. There was no doubt that Kane was trustworthy. Kane's pursuit was different. He did not care about power, but he also valued the legion.
As for Karolan, as long as he could suppress him, there was no need to worry about any problems. And Kane was enough to suppress Karolan.
The two intelligence chiefs appeared in Xiao Ran's office at the same time. When the two saw each other, they had already noticed that Xiao Ran was definitely going to make a big move.
After the two of them came over, the first thing Xiao Ran said was, "I have something for you to do."
The two listened to Xiao Ran's instructions. "Expand the forces in your hands. I want to keep an eye on all the high-ranking members in the legion's territory."
Karolan's eyes flickered, while Kane frowned slightly. "If we're discovered, the impact will be too great."
"That's why it depends on your methods. Surveillance is not the goal, but deterrence is." Xiao Ran said calmly, "I don't need to know what these people do every day. I just need to know if these people will pose a threat to Shanamia and Artemis and the stability of all territories."
Kane looked at Xiao Ran. "What do you want to do?"
Xiao Ran replied, "I want to confirm Artemis' right of inheritance to the Burning Legion, all territories, and all universes. Next, I will let Shanamia and the others gradually take over the control of the territory. This matter came from me for the time being, and only the two of you will hear about it. Don't let a fourth person know about it for the time being."
"Karolan, what I want is not the sanction of darkness, nor the chaos of the territory. I think you should be able to understand what I mean, right?"
A few drops of cold sweat appeared on Karolan's big bald head. He lowered his head and said in a deep voice, "Lord Xiao Ran, I understand. I will definitely give everything for Her Highness Shanamia and Princess Artemis."
Karolan understood Xiao Ran's meaning, which made Xiao Ran very satisfied. He nodded and said, "In the dark, set up a team to protect Shanamia and the others. Now, everyone in the mansion must be protected. Choose the most trustworthy people. You can train them yourself or choose from the Secret Warriors Department. After Hades returns, I will also ask him to arrange a group of people."
Kane nodded. "I will do it, and I will also protect Artemis."
After saying that, Kane glanced at Karolan, not bothering to hide his scrutinizing gaze at all. Then, he turned to Xiao Ran and said, "Actually, you should have done this long ago. The current army is completely supported by the participants. They mostly rely on the deterrence of military force. There are only a few completely stable areas that we don't need to worry about. However, the army's size is growing larger and larger, and there is indeed a risk of the former balance being broken. Further establishing Artemis's position and strengthening the surveillance of the people who hold great power in multiple worlds is beneficial for further stability."
"At the same time, I think you need to increase the exposure and establish the identity and status of the ruler to a greater extent. Fully confirm your current position as the supreme ruler of the Burning Legion and all the territories, establish your position and identity as the successor of Artemis, and use some time to stabilize this point. Fortunately, we have a lot of time, and we are strong enough."
Xiao Ran rubbed his forehead and did not immediately respond to Kane. Kane continued, "There are many people who have experience in this regard. The two Vry's are both from the Royal Kingdoms, and Luluxiu, who has a new territory, should also be quite experienced in this regard. Dilandar is also good at buying people's hearts."
Xiao Ran asked, "Then who do you think should be in charge?"
"Luluxiu. In this situation, it is not suitable to mobilize other people. It is best to arrange for someone from the outside to be in charge," Kane said calmly. Kane calmly replied, "But I'll keep an eye on them. I'll have Karolan coordinate with Luluxiu. But, I'll also need to create an even more special squadron with two members of Frey's family leading it. This will ensure the purity of this squadron. It'll be a true royal knight squadron, the final shield, and also the face of your family."
"But, are you sure it is Artemis?"
Xiao Ran looked at Kane, "What do you mean?"
Kane shook his head, "Artemis is actually not suitable."
Karolan immediately raised his head when he heard Kane's words. He wanted to say something, but he did not dare to open his mouth.
Kane said straightforwardly, "That child is very good. She is very lively, very cute, and very polite. But perhaps because of her age, there is no connection with calmness at all. Her personality is too jumpy, and she has always been endlessly spoiled and cared for by Her Highness Shanamia. Although there is a limit to how much they spoil her, you still need to consider the matter of an heir. After all, you have more than one child, and this will cause problems."
"The Legion is so large now, what we need is stability, not jumpiness, so my suggestion is to establish her identity as a princess, but not to be in such a hurry to arrange for her to be the heir. Moreover, Artemis is still too young, and it will give the outside world the impression that you are old and have no drive, and have begun to think of an heir to ensure the rule of the Burning Legion. It is too rushed."
Xiao Ran leaned on the chair and looked at the ceiling, his right hand resting on the table, his index finger gently tapping. After a while, he said, "Do as you say. It is indeed too rushed now, and we have to eat one bite at a time."
After Xiao Ran finished speaking, he looked at Kane again and said, "The territory's internal affairs will gradually be taken care of by Shanamia and the others, but on the Legion's side, I also need to establish a few deputies. Who do you think is suitable?"
Kane glanced at Xiao Ran and said, "You should already have an idea in mind."
"Rowe, very good, but he may not be able to suppress the others." Xiao Ran muttered to himself and said, "But he is indeed the most suitable choice. He must have the position of Deputy Legion Commander, and at the same time, he can also act as a lubricant."
"Second, Cruzet. After all, he is an old member of the Legion, and he can also suppress many people, but his methods are too ruthless, and sometimes there will be unexpected results."
"Third, Xiaya. He can become a suitable person to command the overall situation."
"Fourth, Bai Hechou. He is loyal to his heart, loyal to his trust, and his methods are not bad, and he also has strength."
Kane suggested, "I think you can talk to them. With the current size of the Legion, four deputies are not too many, and they can make up for the Legion's current biggest weakness, but I think you are worrying too much."
Xiao Ran smiled slightly, "There is nothing to be afraid of in preparation, but I am afraid of not being prepared. I believe in myself, but for what we are going to do, no amount of preparation is too much."
Kane comforted him, "Take it slow, we still have a lot of time. Even if a few decades pass, we still have a chance to improve."
At this point, if Kane still couldn't sense Xiao Ran's true thoughts, then he wouldn't be Demon Envoy Kane. He already knew that Xiao Ran was worried about the future of the Burning Legion, everyone's future, and the territory's future. But to be more precise, Xiao Ran had already made up his mind to take action against Prometheus, and the time would soon come.
Xiao Ran didn't lose his drive, nor did he lose his goal. Now, he was only making these arrangements based on a safe direction, which was normal and necessary, and not because he was afraid. If Xiao Ran didn't make these arrangements and was prepared to take action, even if Kane didn't mention it himself, someone else would definitely mention it.
Xiao Ran smiled and concluded, "That's right, especially at this time, we can't be anxious."
Soon, Kane and Karolan left Xiao Ran's study and left the mansion. Standing outside the door and looking at the two cars coming from afar, Kane looked at Karolan, his eyes full of warning and reminder.
"Today's conversation can't be heard by a fourth person. Don't let down his trust in you, and even more so, don't let down Vry behind you, the entire Burning Legion, and even all of the territories, understand?"
"You are a realistic person, so you only need to know that whether it's Artemis or Her Highness Shanamia, they are your foundation, your backing, and only when they are good to you will you get more."
Karolan bowed towards Kane and solemnly said, "Lord Kane, I know what to do. All of the enemies in front of Her Highness Artemis and Her Highness Shanamia are my enemies."
Kane patted Karolan's shoulder, "You're right to think that way, but remember, everything is the will of the Lord Xiao Ran, and those who go against the will of the Lord Xiao Ran are the greatest enemies."
"Yes, Lord Kane, Karolan will definitely keep that in mind."
"Go." Kane waved his hand, and Karolan respectfully took his leave. After Karolan left, Kane looked up at the sky and sighed softly, "Finally, the Burning Legion is about to face troubled times. Fortunately, everyone in the Burning Legion has been united since the beginning. There is no need to worry too much about the participants, but I'm afraid there will be some twists and turns in the territory."
"Prestige … Shanamia's is not enough to support the current Burning Legion. Those women together are enough to suppress most of the voices of opposition, but Artemis's life in the future won't be so easy. I have to let this little girl grow up as soon as possible. Heh, although it's still too early, Artemis is indeed the only one who can get everyone's sincere support."
Kane sighed again, opened the door, and sat in the car. Although Artemis was the only person in the car, Kane knew a lot about her. That girl … … was too playful, too jumpy. Although children did need a good childhood, the saying of watching a child grow up really made sense. Artemis would definitely become a respected and qualified princess in the future, and would definitely become a qualified leader, but she would not necessarily become a monarch who could calmly handle so many things. Moreover, Artemis was too kind, too sincere. Shanamiya and the others had taught Artemis their purest and most beautiful side, but they did not teach her the ruthlessness that a monarch must have. Artemis was too kind, too sincere. Shanamiya and the others had taught Artemis their purest and most beautiful side, but they did not teach her the ruthlessness that a monarch must have.
Looking at the playmates around Artemis now, they definitely had strength. Mini dragons? Snorlax? What the hell were those? These little elves were even more innocent than Artemis, but what could Kane say?
Fortunately, Xiao Ran was only making arrangements for now, and there were many people like Kane in the territory who were willing to stand firmly and forever by Xiao Ran and Artemis' side. In the future, if the most undesirable situation were to happen, at least the Burning Legion would be able to maintain stability.
Kane suddenly thought of another problem, and that was that he could not let Xiao Ran recommend everyone in the territory as participants without restrictions. The territory must have enough strength, and this strength must also be unconditionally loyal and forever loyal to Xiao Ran and Artemis.
"I'm going to be busy."
Kane took out his personal terminal, and then pulled out the list of all S class and pseudo-S class members, as well as the list of major forces in the territory.
"SEED world, Lev 'Mirov, the two Vry's, the revolutionary machine world, the fleet, DC, the underground world, Guyon, Ironclad Wyrm … Currently, I can only completely trust these, even OG's unification is not completely trustworthy."
"As for the S class pilots and pseudo-S class pilots, most of them need to be contacted and talked to."
Kane looked up at the driver and said, "Make the arrangements, I'm going to Britaria."
"Yes, Lord Kane."
The Book of Wonders
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