Chapter 163: Reorganizing the Legion! Actions of the Three Western Provinces?

"Our private soldiers have been loyal to our families for generations! They only listen to the orders of our families!"

"If you do this, it will cause a mutiny!"

"That's right, Master Roko! Please think twice!"

"Military power is conferred by the kingdom and is sacred and inviolable! You cannot just take it back whenever you want!"

Other nobles also spoke up one after another, expressing their opposition in a chaotic manner.

For a time, the entire platform became as chaotic as a pot of porridge.

"Everyone, shut up!"

Roko roared suddenly!

A powerful pressure belonging to a Silver-rank knight erupted from his body!

The entire platform fell silent.

Those noisy nobles were instantly like ducks whose necks had been pinched, unable to say a single word.

Their faces turned pale, and they looked at Roko in terror, as if they were looking at a demon king crawling out of hell.

"Mutiny?"

A cruel arc appeared at the corner of Roko's mouth.

"I'd like to see who dares to mutiny."

"As for the sacred and inviolable military power?"

He sneered, scanning the crowd.

"In this ghost place, my fist is the rule! My words are the law!"

"You either obey, or—"

"Die!"

The word "die," like ice from the nine underworlds, made all the nobles feel cold from head to toe.

They had no doubt that if they dared to say another "no."

In the next second, Roko's sword would be at their throats.

This young man was a lunatic who didn't play by the rules!

He really was capable of anything!

For a time, no one dared to oppose him again.

The platform fell into a suffocating silence.

Roko looked at these nobles who had been scared out of their wits, feeling no pity in his heart.

He knew that to integrate these unruly guys, gentle methods were useless.

He had to use the most iron-blooded means and the toughest attitude to scare them thoroughly!

Let them know who the real master here was!

"Very good, it seems everyone has no objections."

Roko nodded with satisfaction.

"Then the reorganization plan is officially implemented starting now!"

"Hart! Falco!"

"Here!"

The two knights immediately stepped forward.

"You two are responsible for the specific reorganization matters."

"I'll give you one month."

"In one month, I want to see a brand-new Xin Feng Legion that is well-organized and obeys orders!"

"If you can't do it, I'll hold you accountable!"

"Yes, Master!"

Hart and Falco responded loudly.

Roko waved his hand and walked down the platform.

Leaving behind a group of nobles who were ashen-faced and dared not speak out.

They knew that from today on.

The Xin Feng Province was going to change.

They, the nobles who were once high and mighty, would probably have to live by that young man's mood from now on.

Several nobles with venomous eyes looked at each other quietly.

They were unwilling.

Unwilling to have everything taken away just like that.

They decided to give that young man who didn't know the height of the sky and the depth of the earth a taste of their power.

Let him know that they, these local snakes, were not to be trifled with!

A conspiracy against Roko was quietly brewing in the dark.

The order for the legion reorganization quickly reached the ears of every soldier on the drill ground.

A stone stirred up a thousand waves.

The entire drill ground instantly exploded.

"What? Break us up and reorganize?"

"Are you kidding me! I only listen to my own Lord's orders!"

"That's right! Who does that Roko think he is? A young kid who wants to command us?"

"I'm not doing it! At worst, I'll go home and farm!"

The soldiers discussed heatedly, their emotions stirred.

Especially some old veterans who were used to bullying people under their own lords, they took the lead in fanning the flames, inciting everyone to resist the reorganization.

They were unwilling to give up their current comfortable and decent lives.

And even less willing to accept the unified training that sounded extremely harsh.

On the platform.

Those nobles with ulterior motives looked at the chaotic scene below, their mouths revealing a cold smile that was hard to detect.

They wanted to see this result.

They wanted to let Roko know.

Without them, these old officers and nobles.

He couldn't command this army at all!

The law doesn't punish the masses.

They didn't believe Roko would dare to kill all these tens of thousands of people.

However, they still underestimated Roko's determination and means.

Just as the drill ground was about to lose control.

A burst of neat and heavy footsteps came from afar.

"Step! Step! Step!"

Every step felt like it was stepping on everyone's heart.

Everyone subconsciously stopped arguing and looked in the direction the sound came from.

Only to see a cavalry unit wearing black heavy armor walking slowly toward the center of the drill ground.

There were only three hundred of them.

But the cold and murderous aura they exuded made everyone present feel a suffocating pressure.

That was the true military quality that could only be possessed after experiencing the baptism of blood and fire!

It was Roko's ace unit, the Storm Knights!

The Storm Knights stopped in the center of the drill ground.

Hart and Falco, who were at the front, dismounted and walked to Roko's front.

"Master, the Storm Knights are assembled!"

"Very good."

Roko nodded, his gaze sweeping over the soldiers below who were still harboring evil intentions.

"It seems some people have opinions about my orders."

His voice wasn't loud, but it clearly reached everyone's ears.

"I'll give you one last chance."

"Now, immediately, return to your teams and obey orders."

"Otherwise, bear the consequences!"

However, there were always some self-righteous idiots.

Led by a burly man with a thick beard.

Hundreds of soldiers not only didn't obey the orders but shouted even more arrogantly.

"We don't accept it! What can you do to us?"

"If you have the guts, kill us!"

"That's right! We are the nobles' private soldiers! Protected by the kingdom's laws! You have no right to dispose of us!"

The burly man with the beard even threw the spear in his hand to the ground, looking at Roko provocatively.

He wanted to be this bird that stuck its head out.

He believed that as long as he took the lead, more people would stand up and resist Roko.

By then, Roko would be completely unable to step down.

He could even imagine Roko's frustrated face.

However, he was disappointed.

There wasn't a trace of the anger he imagined on Roko's face.

Only coldness.

Bone-chilling coldness.

"Very good."

Roko looked at the burly man with the beard and slowly spat out two words.

"Hart."

"Here!"

"Drag him and everyone who followed him to cause trouble out."

"Yes, Master!"

Hart took the order, a flash of bloodthirsty light in his eyes.

He waved his hand.

The Storm Knights behind him rushed into the crowd like wolves and tigers.

Those soldiers who were just arrogant were like lambs waiting to be slaughtered in front of the Storm Knights.

They didn't even have the courage to resist.

They were beaten to the ground one by one and dragged to the bottom of the platform like dead dogs.

"You—what are you doing?!"

The burly man with the beard finally felt fear.

Roko smiled.

He turned his head and looked at the hundreds of soldiers who were causing trouble below, his voice devoid of any emotion.

"According to the military law of the Xin Feng Legion."

"Anyone who disobeys orders and incites mutiny."

"Behead!"

The word "behead" exploded over the drill ground like thunder!

Everyone was stunned.

They didn't expect Roko to really dare to kill!

And to kill hundreds at once!

"No! Don't! Spare my life!"

Those soldiers who were dragged out finally collapsed.

They cried and kowtowed for mercy.

However, it was already too late.

The Storm Knights swung their blades.

Heads soared into the sky.

Fresh blood stained the ground in the center of the drill ground.

The thick smell of blood permeated the air, making everyone feel nauseous.

The entire drill ground was deathly silent.

All the soldiers lowered their heads, not daring to look at that bloody scene.

In their hearts, only endless terror remained.

This new Lord was a demon king who killed without blinking!

On the platform.

Those nobles were even more scared out of their wits, their legs soft.

They finally understood completely.

Going against this lunatic was a dead end.

Roko looked at the group of soldiers and nobles who were completely shocked below, a flash of satisfaction in his eyes.

The goal of establishing authority was achieved.

Next, it was time to give them a little sweetness.

He clapped his hands.

Soon, carriages covered with giant black cloths were pulled to the center of the drill ground.

"Uncover the black cloth."

Roko said lightly.

The soldiers uncovered the black cloth.

Instantly!

A dazzling light blinded everyone, making them unable to open their eyes.

When they adapted to the light and looked over.

Everyone gasped.

Only to see that on those carriages were sets of brand-new, shining black armor and weapons!

Those armors had smooth lines and exquisite shapes.

In the sunlight, they shimmered with the cold luster unique to metal.

One look, and they weren't ordinary goods!

"This is—"

A soldier couldn't help but mutter to himself.

"Obsidian Gold!"

A mercenary in the crowd with some knowledge exclaimed.

"My god! It's actually the legendary Obsidian Gold equipment!"

"This—how is this possible!?"

Obsidian Gold!

This name instantly stirred up a thousand-foot wave!

All the soldiers' eyes turned red!

Their breathing became rapid!

That was Obsidian Gold!

The Dwarf race's top-tier masterpiece!

One set was worth thousands of gold coins!

And it was priceless!

Now, there were a full 1,000 sets displayed before them!

This—this was simply like a dream!

"Correct."

Roko's voice rang out again.

"This is the standard equipment I have prepared for the Xin Feng Legion!"

"From today on, as long as you are a member of the Xin Feng Legion."

"As long as you abide by military discipline and fight bravely."

"As long as you make enough contributions."

"Then, this set of Obsidian Gold equipment worth thousands of gold is yours!"

Roko's words were like a ball of fire, instantly igniting the longing and passion in all the soldiers' hearts!

Fear was replaced by greed.

Resistance was drowned out by longing.

They looked at those Obsidian Gold equipment that exuded deadly temptation, their eyes becoming incomparably hot!

"I'm willing! I'm willing to join the Xin Feng Legion!"

Don't know who was the first to roar.

Immediately after.

"I'm willing!"

"I'm willing too!"

The mountain-shaking shouts echoed throughout the entire drill ground!

All the soldiers raised their weapons high, roaring with all their might, venting the excitement and fanaticism in their hearts!

The army's morale was usable!

A trace of a real smile finally appeared at the corner of Roko's mouth.

He knew.

From this moment on.

This mob could finally be considered truly held in his hands.

Establishing authority and winning hearts were done in one go.

Roko's iron-blooded means and huge temptation completely conquered this complex alliance army.

The reorganization plan was pushed forward smoothly at an unprecedented speed.

Hart and Falco, Roko's two most trusted right-hand men, began to carry out reforms with great vigor.

They broke up all the nobles' private soldiers and reorganized them into different combat sequences according to their abilities and specialties.

Infantry, archers, cavalry, scouts—

Every branch had a clear establishment and commander.

And these newly appointed commanders were, without exception, all direct subordinates who came out of Vanguard Valley and were loyal to Roko.

Those old noble officers were either demoted or arranged into some unimportant logistical positions.

Although they were unwilling, in front of Roko's absolute strength.

They could only swallow their teeth and swallow them into their stomachs.

Immediately after, it was harsh training.

Every day before dawn, the soldiers had to be dragged out of their beds to start several hours of physical and formation training.

In the afternoon, it was specialized skill training by branch.

At night, they had to study military law and discipline.

This intensity of training made those soldiers who were used to being lazy complain endlessly.

But whenever they saw the Storm Knights wearing Obsidian Gold equipment and looking majestic beside the drill ground.

Seeing those divine weapons that could be exchanged as long as they made contributions.

They would grit their teeth and persist.

Because they knew all this effort was worth it.

In just half a month.

The Xin Feng Legion underwent a rebirth.

Although they still had a long way to go before becoming true elites.

But at least they now looked like a regular army.

Roko was very satisfied with this.

However, just when he thought everything was moving in a good direction.

A piece of bad news from the west broke the peace of Vanguard Valley.

This afternoon, Roko was discussing the next development plan for the territory with Martina in the study.

A scout responsible for external intelligence rushed in, looking panicked.

"Master! Not good! Something big happened!"

The scout knelt on the ground with a "thump," his voice even carrying a crying tone.

"The three western provinces have jointly announced a comprehensive trade blockade against our Xin Feng Province!" **CHAPTER 164**