𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟔𝟏.2: 𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐩 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 (6)
Zhu Yuanji, Governor of Xinjiang Province
Having recovered Qinghai Province, Gansu Province, and even occupied Shaanxi Province, Zhu Yuanji, the Governor of Xinjiang Province, was gradually expanding his influence and power while governing the four provinces.
Moreover, the military commander of Xinjiang Province, who followed him, was instigating Zhu Yuanji, suggesting that they use this opportunity to borrow the power of the Western Empire and establish an independent nation based on these four provinces.
“Hmm. . .”
“Governor, wouldn’t it be possible? I hear the emperor only has one legion left.”
“But would the local powerful clans follow us?”
“Why wouldn’t they? You currently have 300,000 troops under your command. Furthermore, as the Catholic Church has established itself in this land and performs miracles. . . many people’s thoughts are moving away from Confucianism. If the powerful clans have any sense and awareness, they will be more interested in this Holy Church than Confucianism.”
“To establish a nation with the Holy Church of Heaven as its state religion. . . . . . ”
At the military commander’s instigation, Zhu Yuanji unconsciously imagined a nation built upon the foundation of the four provinces.
“But would the vassal states on the border remain silent?”
It was highly likely that the three vassal states on the border, who revered the Heavenly Mandate, would not remain idle. They also had dragonian lineage as their royal families, so they would surely try to overthrow him, who opposed their order.
“The vassal states are busy enough with their own affairs. More importantly, with the Great Zhou Empire’s order collapsing, they would surely have their own thoughts. Besides, if we join hands with the Western Empire, who would dare to provoke us?”
“Hmm. . .”
“For now, why don’t you subtly inquire with the Western Empire’s expeditionary force commander? If the Western Empire can expand its influence in the East, wouldn’t they likely join hands?”
At the words of Military Commander Zhang Xueliang, Zhu Yuanji, after much deliberation, agreed. Striking while the iron is hot, Zhu Yuanji visited Oswald that very day.
Expeditionary Force Headquarters, Commander’s Office
“So, you’re asking if we can form an alliance if you establish a nation?”
“Yes, that’s correct.”
“Hmm. . . I will have to report this matter to His Majesty the Emperor back home and await instructions. However, in my personal opinion. . . there’s a high probability that we will form an alliance.”
“I understand.”
After Zhu Yuanji left, Oswald immediately reported this fact to the emperor using the communication device. Valentine, after some contemplation, replied that they could consider establishing a puppet state after some time had passed.
“Hmm. . . This is a headache.”
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Huan Kingdom, Beihai Prefecture
Having successfully defended against the attack from the Main State, the Huan Kingdom, along with the CID peacekeeping forces, launched a landing operation in Beihai Prefecture. The problem was that all the residents of Beihai Prefecture had been corrupted by chaos and turned into demons, and they, along with the chaos demons, were hindering the landing. . . causing significant casualties.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
The warships of the Huan Kingdom navy were firing their cannons, unleashing indiscriminate bombardment on the beaches of Xiaomuxian. Having already attempted two landings and been pushed back by the enemy, they were relentlessly shelling the enemy’s defensive positions to completely destroy them.
The defensive line constructed by the chaos demons crumbled miserably, and the beach was devastated beyond recognition. Nevertheless, the Huan Kingdom navy warships did not cease their bombardment. Even though it appeared that way, the chaos demons were known to hide somewhere and reappear to disrupt the landing.
“Crush the enemy even if it means exhausting all our shells!”
Only when the navy warships had depleted all their ammunition did the landing operation resume. The first to land were the beast kin belonging to the Union Alliance Kingdom.
As soon as their landing craft reached the beach, they immediately jumped out and sprinted towards the high ground. Thanks to the beast kin’s exceptional physical abilities, they were able to quickly reach the high ground on the beach.
Fortunately, thanks to the concentrated firepower that had exhausted all their shells, neither chaos demons nor demonized humans appeared, and it seemed like they had easily captured the high ground.
【I’ve been waiting.】
A goblin-like demon that had appeared out of nowhere swung its weapon, sending five beast kin warriors flying with blood splattering. The beast kin were caught off guard by the sudden ambush. . . but they soon rushed towards the goblin demon without fear and seemed to be gaining the upper hand.
However, when the goblin demon swung its weapon, a battle axe, once more, all the beast kin that had charged were sent flying with blood spraying.
“This is no ordinary demon!”
A lion-kin warrior wielding a sword imbued with Aura Blade attacked the demon. The goblin demon effortlessly blocked the lion-kin warrior’s attack and even pushed him back.
【I am Baron Daltan.】
“A noble-class demon. . . Grrr. . . Ugh!”
The lion-kin warrior leaped once more and charged towards the demon, but it was difficult to overcome.
At that moment, the Huan Kingdom’s warrior unit, which had landed as reinforcements, joined the lion-kin warrior. Each member of the warrior unit was a master swordsman who could use sword ki, and they fought alongside the lion-kin warrior against the noble-class demon with all their might.
Despite their efforts, the allied forces were clearly being pushed back.
Clang!
Just then, a spear imbued with pure white light descended from the sky, piercing Baron Daltan’s body. Baron Daltan, having received an attack of tremendous power, fell to his knees.
【Who are you?】
“I am Joo Yeon-hoo, the Lancer of Radiance.”
He was a superhuman belonging to the Dark Brotherhood, operating in the eastern part of the Titan continent. He was also of the dragonian lineage and had the bloodline of the Great Zhou Empire’s imperial family.
【The Dark Brotherhood!】
He reached out his hand. . . and the spear, which had been stuck in the ground after piercing Baron Daltan, was pulled into his hand. Simultaneously, Joo Yeon-hoo, radiating light magic, attacked Baron Daltan once more.
Just a moment ago, he had managed to narrowly avoid an attack to his heart. . . . This time, however, he could not avoid Zhu Yeonghui’s thrust, and Baron Dalton was soon pierced through the heart and died.
Fizzle. . .
Soon, someone descended beside Joo Yeon-hoo, the Lancer of Radiance. He wore the traditional armor and carried the traditional sword, a katana, of the ancient Main State. He had served as a warrior in the Main State before the Huan Kingdom expanded and absorbed his homeland, and now, as a superhuman, he belonged to the Dark Brotherhood.
“Yukimura, you’re finally here?”
“I apologize for the delay.”
It was Yukimura, the Swordsman.
He was a superhuman of the pointed-ear race who had reigned as the greatest swordsman of the Main State 200 years ago. Having reached the Grandmaster level, he gained a long lifespan in addition to the characteristics of his race, and even now, 200 years later, he maintained his youth.
“Well, I guess something came up?”
“Yes, I was slightly delayed dealing with a noble-class demon that ambushed the rear.”
“What about the others?”
“Sword Empress Ak An-yeong, Berserk Sword Emperor Namgung, and Dark Moon Sword Emperor Bukkung Hyun-ah will join us soon.”
“We will join the CID as planned, eliminate the archduke demon in Beihai Prefecture, and head towards the Great Zhou Empire.”
“Yes, understood.”
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