Vol 6 Chapter 85: Handicap

Outside the Red Blood Castle, endless swallowtail flags and armored jackets, heavily armed war horses are gathering along the Sifang Avenue like a rushing stream to the castle.
Thanks to the road refurbishment plan of the Jodhpur Chamber of Commerce and the Union Chamber of Commerce, and the investment at almost no cost, Loren was finally able to connect the roads of the Bayern Thirteen Leaders; a complete road system not only allowed trade to flourish, The army of the Principality has a more rigorous system and system.
It is no longer to rush to the battlefield or the monarch ’s castle in a given day or week according to their own ideas; but to complete the assembly in a predetermined time and within a limited distance to a predetermined location.
Such a system is stiff and rigid, but it is very efficient, and can quickly turn scattered knights and conscripts into an army, rather than scattered soldiers.
Of the various "new policies" that Loren has implemented in the past three years, this is probably the least controversial-the reason is simple, because the Imperial Army did the same.
Even if the Bayern people are unwilling to admit, they still have the idea of ​​"the strong man's approach is correct and worth learning" in their subconscious, and regard Sackland as a strong man ... though they will never admit this one .
Byrne ’s knight system, Empire ’s regiment system, Ellerman ’s light infantry tactics, Poe ’s scimitar offensive ...
Of course, all systems in this world have their advantages and disadvantages, and there is no perfect existence; for example, this new system of recruitment and assembly has indeed accelerated the speed of army assembly, but the cost has also increased-because there are more to support than originally Three times as many herding soldiers will also need to build a large number of military depots and supply points in the country.
The origin of the feudal system was originally to reduce the cost of domination; Loren and Charlotte wanted to centralize and thoroughly tap the war potential of the entire Principality, and they must pay more to maintain this war machine.
But compared with the power gained, these efforts are worth it.
Looking at the "thin stream" passing under the city gate, the dark-haired wizard standing behind the curtain frowned at the top of the wizard tower.
He persuaded Brandon and was confident to persuade the Earls of the Thirteen Collars ... In fact, at least half of the Earls had secretly expressed their ideas to themselves.
They believe in loyalty and glory, but they also know which crowning king is crowned emperor, which is more in Bayern ’s interest.
But what exactly does it do to better suit its own plan?
You can do everything you can to fight for Brandon ’s advantage in the confrontation with Connold, but it is still not easy to win-His Royal Highness is not an opponent that can be easily defeated, even if he only maintains his advantage. It takes a lot of energy.
What should be done to resolve the current split situation and prevent the empire from splitting into two because of the battle for the throne?
No, the information is incomplete, and there are too many things that I haven't figured out ... The real cause of death of Eckhart II, why Peter Fassa could live away from the sky dome, the meaning behind the "life and death" of the Azores ...
What have you missed, and what do you already know, but you are always reluctant to admit it?
"You are nervous."
The indifferent voice awakened the dark-haired wizard and turned back subconsciously, seeing the more indifferent face of Master Dalton.
"Ah." Lorin's expression was slightly embarrassed by the corner of his mouth. "Is it ... so obvious?"
Dalton Kant was expressionless: "Obviously I can't ignore your presence ... you block the only source of light in this room."
The dark-haired wizard quickly turned away, and the faint sunlight cast through the gaps in the curtains reflected on the table, and Dalton's expression finally softened.
Since I don't want to tear the curtains away, why not turn on the lights? And you are a wizard, there is no alchemy or magic rune in the room, and you do n’t even want to install a fluorite lamp ... What a quirk?
Of course, these words did not dare to speak out.
"Teacher, I'm hesitant now." After hesitating for a moment, Loren moved the chair to sit next to Dalton-and deliberately avoided the light in the gap between the curtains: "I found ..."
"I know you are hesitant ... I have eyes." Dalton interrupted him coldly: "Some things you can do, some things you want to do, some things others want you to do ... but not many, you have to do of."
"The ruler's common problem is nothing more than this-losing his goal and getting lost ... not to mention that you are not a good ruler, at most qualified."
A deep, magnetic voice, with a sharp enough to dissect the human eye, pierced the heart of the dark-haired wizard.
"I haven't lost my goal! In the past three years to now, my goal has been very clear!" Shaking his head, Loren retorted forcefully.
Only this one, he is still very confident.
"Organize the Demon Hunter Legion of the Wings of the Sky, strengthen the power of Byrne, establish a duchy-level wizarding organization, rebuild the Church of Byrne ... all for the same goal ..."
"Serior ... Black Cross."
Dalton raised his hand to interrupt him.
"Lorren Turin, you have an opponent that is so strong that it is likely to be invincible, an enemy that can tear the world apart anytime, anywhere, an invasion that will drag the entire empire into war, a family and await you States ... "
"Now, you tell me ... you are hesitant, but you haven't lost your goal?"
The dark-haired wizard turned his eyes subconsciously.
"Everything ... it's because of Peter Fassa and the news he brought." Dalton also lowered his head, no longer looking at his apprentice, the quill in his hand fluttered elegantly:
"The news he brought not only disrupted your plan, but also made you lose a very urgent and clear goal."
Silently nodding, Loren nodded slightly, his ten fingers holding the armrest of the chair harder.
"... The death of Eckhart II disrupted Loren's plan ..."
This is Charlotte's worry.
"... His desire for His Highness Brandon will become an important factor that haunts the Duke ..."
This is the view of Harlem van Ashamah.
Is it really?
Of course, part of it must be true, but as Loren said to Charlotte, it was never something that would have troubled or disrupted his plan, because it has always been this way, and he has long been immune.
No, the real reason is not these.
The real reason is ...
"Lute Infinite, dead."
Dalton Kant said in a deep voice.
The dark-haired wizard with a trembling heart lifted his gaze, just looking at the tutor who had stopped writing.
"Everything started on that day ... not all, but it was the cause." Dalton narrowed his eyes little by little: "That day should be the first time you are threatened by others, and you have to do something you originally had to do. Things I do n’t want to do. "
"You are not looking for a way to kill or avenge Rout Infinite all the time-for this you need not only strength, but also enough status, power, wealth and connections to become your revenge force."
Squeezing his lips tightly, Loren's expression stiffened.
"You are eager for revenge, but you do n’t want your revenge to be a" chess piece "of others again, and you do n’t want to be a sword in the hands of others; if Rut Infinit has brought you anything, it is absolutely immune Constrained thoughts! "
"Compared with the" Black Cross "Serel, the enemy Rut Infinite is more practical and a clearer goal; I guess you even have a complete plan and found a replacement for Rut In. Finite's selection to ensure that the future night watchman will not pose a threat to you. "
"But Ruth Infinite ’s death has made you lose this clear goal-you are not willing to consume power in the battle for the throne, because it will not be conducive to the subsequent war against Azores and even the Black Cross ; Ca n’t sit back and watch Connold ’s coronation, because it ’s more passive to both Baine and you.

"So you hesitate ... The option that is most beneficial to you has disappeared with the death of the nightwatch leader."
After he finished speaking, Dalton looked at Loren silently, striking the note just written on the table with his right hand.
The dark-haired wizard, who was always silent, raised his eyes and let out a long breath.
"Teacher, you today ... seem to be different from usual." After a moment of hesitation, Loren couldn't help saying: "You didn't say so much before."
Raising his eyebrows, Dalton's expression remained stiff: "Of course."
"The one who hates him ... you are not the only one."
With the sound of a wooden shaft turning, the study door was opened.
A very young boy in a black wizard robe stopped behind Dalton Kander and bowed his head like he did not see Loren: "Master Kant, everything is ready, can you start?"
"Give this to the person in charge and tell him that the plan remains unchanged and everything is carried out according to the original plan." Picking up the note just written on the table, Dalton handed it to the young wizard behind him:
"There is only one requirement, I want to live."
"Observe!"
The same indifferent young wizard took the note and turned away without looking back.
The dumbfounded Loren only saw the back of the teenager leaving, but also related to the door.
This ... if Dalton was not sitting in front of him, he almost thought the tutor was getting smaller!
"Mr Dalton, this ..."
"I have more than one eyeliner in the Wizarding Guild."
Dalton replied decisively, his expression seemed impatient to explain the ins and outs of the matter: "The most important thing is that they can help me catch Rut Infinite."
"Lute Infinite, you mean ..."
"You really thought he was dead, at least I don't think so; at least until I saw his body, I wouldn't think so." Dalton's expression was slightly grim:
"The Imperial Night Watchman is annihilated, and Brandon and Connold will soon divide up the entire Night Watch organization ... Maybe you have already started."
"This also means that Rut Infinite has lost his status and is no longer important ... No, it should be that both His Royal Highness can't wait to confirm his death-this is the perfect time to start.
"No one wants him to be alive. Everyone wants to see him die ... but there are very few people who can confirm his death."
"Fortunately, I am one of them."
Loren took a deep breath and allowed himself to recover from the shock just now: "So, you ..."
"I will seize Rut Infinite and let him pay what he deserves ... as long as he hasn't gone to hell." Dalton said coldly: "He may have been, but now it is not you should pay attention Opponent. "
"Connold, the Azores," Black Cross "Serel ... these are the enemies you need to do your best to fight."
"As for the reason why you came to me today specifically ... It should be the night watchman's job to throw out an apprentice who doesn't care about the face and ask for help."
"On the bright side, you will find someone you and Brandon can trust to control the situation; but privately, you hope that another force can penetrate into this 'new' night watchman's organization and become your eyeliner. And major sources of intelligence. "
"You don't want to be held by Connor, but you don't want to be held by Brandon, do you?"
Dalton's indifference is as sharp as ever, and it can open people's hearts.
The black-haired wizard nodded, and he did not have much to hide in front of the mentor, nor did he need to hide: "Yes."
"He is still asking for you right now. It is indeed a perfect time to infiltrate and rebel against the night watchman." Dalton's expression was not surprising:
"But, I do n’t recommend that you infiltrate the night watchman under Brandon-first of all, it ’s hard for you to hide this from him, even if he asks for you, it will be offensive. The other party is a reasonable and legal heir Against you. "
"My suggestion is ... maybe try to counter the night watchman under Connor."
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Loren was slightly startled ~ EbookFREE.me ~ But the next second, he immediately reacted: "You mean, intentionally ..."
"Intentionally, while gathering the intelligence network, a part of it was missed; for example ... the remnants of Abbott, Sacran and the Imperial Capital." Dalton continued: "Break them up and reorganize, and then when necessary, 'surrender 'Connor's command; in this way, we can control Connor's every move! "
"Even if it is noticed, the opponent will consider the leaky fish as a piece infiltrated by Brandon; with proper control, the risk can be minimized."
"More importantly, even if the place is truly aware of our plan, they have only two choices; either abandon their night watchman, so that they will become deaf and blind; or let us control their every move, but still They can only watch because they ca n’t absolutely confirm their guesses without evidence. "
In an instant, Loren felt the temperature in the room was a bit cold.
Dalton raised his eyes and looked at Loren meaningfully: "Sometimes, it is far more advantageous to deliberately reserve some pieces for the enemy than to eliminate all the threats you know!"