Chapter 495: Unanimous Approval

The death of the King of Tamriel and the Crown Prince's succession to the throne is public knowledge.

In recent years, after the truce between Auduin and Telixiya, there has also been business contact between them.

Therefore, this news quickly reached the interior of the Auduin Kingdom, and the first to know was Jialete of Red Pine Castle.

After all, the spies the Kingdom arranged there would always pass the first-hand news to him.

"This is an opportunity!"

Jialete's mood became very excited; he had already made preliminary preparations over the past few days and was looking for a reason to initiate a war.

He did not expect the other side to actually send him a reason, and this reason was so reliable.

After all, when the former king passes away and a new king has just ascended the throne, there is often a period of turmoil, and the border is the easiest place to ignite the flames of war during this time.

"Maite, go make arrangements immediately. Have the persons in charge of Twin Peaks Canyon, West Wind Hill, Grey Valley, Black Jade Bay, and other points set off for Red Pine Castle at once. Ensure they arrive tonight; I have important military operations to arrange!"

Key personnel at every point along the border defense line have flying mounts, so if there are important combat operations, it is indeed convenient to summon them.

Before long, a Griffin Knight landed at West Wind Hill, bringing Jialete's summons.

After sending off the messenger, Ruidar understood that the horn of war had already been blown.

He could not help but look toward Watchtower on the opposite bank; Pulaxiduo had personnel transfers and training plans over the past two days, and it seemed he had the intention of defending Watchtower to the death.

Although Ruidar admired their courage, if there was no new aid, what awaited Viscount Pulaxiduo would still be defeat.

"My Lord!"

Aoduoluo walked into the camp hall, "We caught a mysterious person in the West Mountains. She said she wants to see Marquis Luoning."

"What kind of person?"

Aoduoluo said: "It is a woman, wearing a black veil on her face; I did not see what she looks like."

Ruidar was somewhat puzzled. There are no cities nearby, so who would come here to look for the Lord?

And the gender is female, at that.

"Bring her over. Also, go notify Tangmu and have him come see me."

Because there are many things to handle in Yueguang Valley and Luoning also has his own industrial plans to attend to, he has not stayed at West Wind Hill the whole time.

However, for the sake of convenient contact, he left his personal guard Tangmu at West Wind Hill.

With a Griffin, it only takes an hour or two from West Wind Hill to Yueguang Valley.

"Commander, you summoned me!"

Tangmu arrived quickly. Now, he is not only Luoning's personal guard but also the captain of a Knight Squad. The callowness on his face has long since faded, and at the same time, his strength has also improved with the assistance of the Enhancement Potion, becoming an Advanced Knight.

Come to think of it, with his salary, he naturally could not buy many potions used by Intermediate Knights.

However, Luoning takes special care of this group of old subordinates, selling them at a special price while also introducing a form similar to a "loan," allowing them the opportunity to buy more.

"Red Pine Castle has sent a summons, which means war is imminent. You must convey this news to Marquis Luoning immediately."

Tangmu nodded solemnly, "I understand, I will set off now."

Just then, Aoduoluo and several knights brought the mysterious woman in; the other party indeed used a black veil to cover her face.

Ruidar waved his hand, "Everyone except Tangmu, withdraw."

Since the other party is unwilling to reveal her true face, she naturally does not want more people to see it.

The woman glanced at Tangmu, the implication being that this person should also leave.

Ruidar explained: "This is Marquis Luoning's personal guard, Knight Tangmu; you can rest assured."

As he spoke, he stared fixedly at the other party's eyes.

Although he had not seen these eyes before, he had some faint guesses about the other party's identity.

"All right."

The masked woman pulled off the veil on her face, revealing a beautiful yet very pale and exhausted face.

"Hello, Commander Ruidar, I am Melis Carmen, the sister of Viscount Pulaxiduo of Watchtower. I came here this time to discuss some matters with Marquis Luoning."

The corners of Ruidar's mouth curled up; he had just been thinking about the situation at Watchtower, and he did not expect the other party to actually come over.

"Please sit, honorable Lady Melis!"

Ruidar gestured, then said: "I am very sorry, Marquis Luoning is not in the camp for the time being. If you are willing, you can wait here; he should be here by tomorrow at the latest."

"Of course, if you are in a hurry, you can also tell us your thoughts, and we will convey them to the Marquis truthfully."

Melis pondered slightly, then smiled: "I forcibly came here using a 'Earth Walk' Spell Scroll, and the consumption was great. I originally intended to recover here for a period of time."

"So, I will wait for Marquis Luoning to come before speaking."

There are some things that are better said directly by her.

Ruidar did not ask further, "Tangmu, you can set off. Remember to convey this matter to the Marquis as well."

"Good!"

Tangmu nodded and immediately set off for Yueguang Valley.

"Lady Melis, I have other matters to attend to, so I will not accompany you for now."

Ruidar stood up, "You can rest here; if you need anything, you can directly call the Guard outside for help."

Melis is indeed quite exhausted now, and as Pulaxiduo's sister coming to the camp, Watchtower should not have any intention of taking the initiative to attack.

That is why Ruidar could leave the camp with peace of mind.

"Please go ahead."

Melis did not ask further either, said a polite word, and then sat there quietly to begin meditating and recovering her state.

Ruidar gave instructions and then took a Griffin to rush toward Red Pine Castle.

Although his previous experience at Red Pine Castle was somewhat unpleasant, he did not worry at all that he would be made difficult again this time.

Because before going, he first made a trip to Grey Valley, which is the camp under the responsibility of Wushan Territory.

This place grows broad-leaf trees with grey bark, hence the name.

Currently, the person in charge of the Grey Valley camp is Meilongnika.

After several joint combat experiences, the two of them could be considered quite familiar with each other.

As expected, Meilongnika had also received the summons.

The two were not in a hurry; they chatted for a while, and after Meilongnika asked a few questions regarding cultivation, they set off.

By the time the two arrived at Red Pine Castle, many nobles had already gathered here.

Aside from the two Silver Moon-level experts, Gushan and Youge, whom Ruidar had seen last time, the most eye-catching one was the man with a hooked nose and a somewhat effeminate appearance, Yiben Toransi.

As the Regiment Commander of the Royal Griffin Knights and the Count of Shuangfeng Ridge, this young man had neared the Blazing Sun-level many years ago.

Besides him, there were also the old Viscount Weilisi, who controlled the Black Jade Ore used to craft transcendent weapons, the commander of the Valjisi Duchy's Knight Order, and Mogaro from Screaming Island, among many other Meteor Knights.

"Since everyone is here, I won't delay any further."

Jialete strode into the fortress hall, swept his gaze across the room, and frowned slightly, "Marquis Luoning is not here again?"

Ruidar stood up, "The Marquis has returned to Yueguang Valley; he does not directly participate in the current war."

Other nobles could choose not to come to the front lines, so naturally, Luoning could too.

Everyone could not help but look at Ruidar; they all knew that this young man was also a Blazing Sun Knight.

Although he had no noble status, he was of great importance.

This time, Jialete did not show any signs of anger, only nodding faintly, "Since he is not here, then you can pass the message to him."

As he spoke, he took out a letter and handed it to Gushan, who was standing to the side.

"The latest intelligence: King Tamriel of the Tricia Kingdom has passed away, and his son Tailuo has inherited the throne. This country has just experienced a rebellion by the duchy, and now having suffered the unexplained death of its king, it will surely undergo a period of turmoil."

Jialete said loudly, "Now is the best time for us to send our troops!"

As he spoke, he looked at Gushan, who was reading the letter, and then continued:

"My father, Auduin V, has appointed me as the front-line commander-in-chief, with Gushan as the deputy commander, and has also appointed Marquis Luoning as the military advisor; this is his letter."

Although Gushan found it a bit strange, the handwriting was indeed that of His Majesty Bruno, and it also bore the personal seals of the Kingdom and the King.

"The Crown Prince is right; it is indeed so."

He handed the letter to Yiben, who was nearby, and it was passed around one by one until it reached the hands of Ruidar and Meilongnika.

It not only mentioned the appointments but also authorized Jialete to take the initiative to attack at an appropriate time, and specifically requested that he set aside his arrogance and listen to the opinions and suggestions of Gushan, Luoning, and Yiben.

Yiben said, "It is now the beginning of September; in three months, winter snow will cover Mist City, so if we are to launch an offensive, it is best to do so before December arrives."

Jialete looked at his brother-in-law, "So, you agree with my decision?"

"Of course!"

Yiben smiled, "We have been preparing for nearly a year and can go to war at any time."

Viscount Weilisi of Black Jade Bay stroked his beard, "This is indeed a good opportunity; I have no objections either."

Both of their territories were on the border and had the need and motivation to expand outward; having prepared for so long, they naturally hoped to start the war sooner.

"What is Count Qiaozhi's opinion?"

Jialete's gaze turned to the commander of the Valjisi Duchy.

Qiaozhi pondered slightly, then nodded as well, "I agree."

"What about Viscount Mogaro?"

Jialete asked each of the heads of these major families one by one.

Without exception, they all agreed.

"Ruidar, although Luoning is not here, since he has allowed you to represent him with full authority, you can concurrently hold the position of military advisor until he arrives."

Jialete's voice no longer held its usual arrogance; he seemed to have changed his attitude, "So, what is your opinion?"

Ruidar pondered slightly.

This war was already a planned event, and there was nothing strange about launching it.

It was indeed as Count Yiben said; if they did not fight in the next three months, they would have to wait until next year.

And from Luoning's perspective, he also needed to take advantage of the war to recruit the talents in Watchtower.

Ruidar nodded, "I agree."

The corners of Jialete's mouth curled up; although the letter was forged by him, as he had expected, it did not arouse anyone's suspicion, because it had been arranged this way for years.

Moreover, this feeling of having no one oppose him was truly intoxicating. (End of chapter)