Chapter 27: First Cut the Big Tree, Then Remove the Roots
The light flickered in the Hall of Justice, and a person suddenly appeared on the holy white rock.
Wearing heavy armor, gold and silver. The broad sword in his hand is as broad and heavy as his shoulders!
The pale blue cloak moved without the wind, and the resolute face was expressionless.
Iron boots stepped on the white rock floor, and Just didn't move for a while.
His head was impartial, his eyes were neither humble nor arrogant, and he slowly looked at the layout of the Hall of Justice.
Click, click...
Heavy steps traveled around every corner.
White rock pillars, ringed star patterns, stone knights kneeling on one knee... finally stopped in front of two 16-meter-tall sword-wielding knights in the center.
Stretching out his palm to touch, William found that his fingers were trembling slightly.
For a moment, the hall fell into complete silence.
William silently observed Just's movements:
Although he couldn't see any emotion on the other person's face, William knew that he must not be calm in his heart.
Compared to when he summoned Selanie, William didn't know how to greet this companion for a while. Say hello? Or welcome?...
While thinking,
Just patted the stone knight's base and said in a vicissitudes of voice:
"I accepted the king's decree here and became the Knight Commander of the Fearless Vanguard."
"That day seemed to have just passed not long ago, but it also seemed like it had been a long, long time."
"Is it……"
Walking slowly to his side, William said: "Compared with the Hall of Justice in your memory, is there anything that needs to be modified here?"
"Everything else is fine, except here, there is a line missing."
Just pointed at the stone base with his finger and said:
"When I swore an oath here, I leaned over and saw a sentence engraved here, long live Plejwe!"
William raised his eyebrows and pulled out his sword with a clang.
When he came to the place where his finger was, he used his sword as a carving knife and made a few clicks to carve out the words:
Long live Prajvi!
"Sorry, I haven't done any engraving, so it might look a little ugly."
After blowing on the stone chips and looking at the words, William was quite satisfied, but he still spoke modestly and politely.
"No, it's perfect, it's perfect."
Muttering to himself, Just stood up slowly and lowered his head slightly to face William for the first time.
With a sudden sound, he knelt down on one knee, like the six stone knights around him.
Holding the sword with one hand, he said with emotion:
"I, the power of Pregewe, Just Thorn, am willing to offer my loyalty to you, love what you love, hate what you hate, and go wherever the blade goes, without any regrets in life or death!"
"I, William Sides, accept your allegiance, love what you love and hate what you hate!"
…
The door of the Hall of Justice slowly opened, and William walked out with a golden sword, followed by Just.
Scott and Brayman rushed to meet him, looking surprised.
Brayman glanced at the Hall of Justice out of the corner of his eye.
Following the lord's order, everyone present had been cleared out. When did this strange heavy-armored knight appear?
Feeling the momentum coming from Just, Brayman's heart trembled.
It's not just him.
Even the great knight Scott was secretly shocked when he met Just's eyes just now.
There was no fierceness in those eyes, but instead they were filled with emotions such as determination, justice, and compassion.
Scott couldn't help but look away.
He was afraid that if he continued to look at it, he would be burned.
The group of people returned to the reception room of Black Rock Castle. At this time, there were three people waiting inside, Pisius, Gulande, and Seranie.
"Pisius, are you clear about the investigation? Who is our friend and who is the enemy in this Barron territory?"
"Please take a look..."
Deputy Administrator Picius handed over the document:
"According to our preliminary analysis, there are several major enemies in the Barron Territory, namely Kelly Ford, Tripp, Byrne, and Peloton. Some of them are ministers of government affairs, and some are nobles. They and the forces behind them control the
Barron claimed more than 80% of the rights.
Although they have not shown any explicit hostility, the conflict of rights is inevitable.
I think they are enemies."
While listening to the report, reading documents, nodding from time to time.
The document shows that the Barron Territory has formed five hills starting from the second lord in front.
The top of the hill is the largest and is called the Lord's Castle.
The other four hills are smaller, but together they can exceed the lord's castle.
The spokespersons of the four hills are those four names: Kelly Ford, Tripp, Byrne, and Perroton.
Originally, when the second lord was appointed, the small hills were all surrounding the big hill. Unfortunately, the big hill fell, and the third lord who took over the big hill failed to complete his great cause.
"Among the four, the one who needs the most attention is Kelly Ford. He controls the garrison of Fenghuang City."
"Tripp has been captured, and the other three people don't seem to be planning to save him."
"Byrne and Peloton are both great nobles with a long history. They have been rooted in the Barren Territory for many years. No one knows how many roots they have."
William nodded and looked at the others, who were all silent.
The reason why Guland did not speak was partly because he and Pisius analyzed this data together.
On the other hand, he wished in his heart that William could force Califord and others to rebel, and then repeat what happened with the third lord.
On the sofa, Selani was humming and shaking her legs.
There was a small backpack on his shoulders and Tibbs in his arms...
She didn't care about these boring things. If William hadn't said that she was a mage representative, she would not have participated in the meeting.
Among the others, Scott insisted that they just obey orders and did not want to speak. Just seemed to have a similar attitude to him.
See this situation.
William smiled slightly:
"Big trees rely on their roots to provide nutrients, but without the big tree, will the roots still bear fruit?"
"Pisius, I agree with your analysis. Since they have eroded the rights of the Barron Territory, it is time to hand it over."
"I think you have investigated their whereabouts and where they live?"
Pisius nodded: "According to my observation, they have no intention of covering up."
"very good."
He closed the document, his eyes suddenly became majestic, and he said in a deep voice:
"Issuing an action order now."
"Gulland, you lead people to deal with Byrne and Peloton. Their highest level of force is just knights. I think you can complete it."
"Yes, Gulande ordered!"
From William's arrangement, everyone can guess his plan, which is a beheading operation.
First cut down the big trees that block the sun, and then slowly deal with the roots in the ground.
"Also, after the mission is completed, bring their loyal men over."
"What if they refuse to obey?" Gulland asked.
"Simple, kill those who don't obey and bring over those who are willing to obey."
"..." Gulande.
Listening to William's gentle and smiling words, he couldn't help but feel chills in his heart.
He simply said, "Anyone who doesn't comply will be killed." Based on his experience, he didn't know how many people would be killed.
William must forcefully kill "loyalty" into "disloyalty"! This chapter has been completed!