The news that the young earl of Dragon City was attacked in Clare City and was seriously injured and unconscious quickly spread to the entire empire through various channels.
Within a few days, the entire empire was talking about this incident.
Not long ago, Zhou Yunfei had just publicly stated that he would marry Yuna, the leader of the Claire clan. When the two largest and second largest forces in the north were about to expand into the largest force in the empire, suddenly there was news that the young lord was assassinated and seriously injured, and he might not be able to survive.
News going down.
All of a sudden, there was a roar of wind and fire, and many people were speculating on who had the courage to attack Zhou Yunfei in Clare City.
After receiving the report, the eldest prince who was far away in the imperial capital looked at the memorial in his hand with confusion.
He had just received the news about Zhou Yunfei joining forces with Yuna a few days ago. At that time, he was very sorry that Dragon City could not choose him. Now that he received the news that Zhou Yunfei was attacked and it was in Claire City, this news made him puzzled.
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Who is it that is so eager to take action?
The eldest prince put down the memorial, walked to the window, and began to think.
First of all, the eldest prince ruled out the possibility of the other two princes. Before they got Zhou Yunfei's exact attitude, they, like the eldest prince, should still choose to stand still. Besides, there was no time to make arrangements. It was just like the eldest prince's accident in Longcheng.
Just like the Claire family's alliance, before the news was announced, no one would think that Longcheng would actually be together with the Claire family, the biggest resistance to the south. Moreover, there have been rumors that Longcheng and the Claire family have many conflicts due to some reasons. The most important thing is
The reason lies in the unfathomable strength of Dragon City.
An elite force with about 50,000 people, well-equipped, and a large number of cavalry, this makes many people who want to make plans for Dragon City have to think carefully, especially in this turbulent time.
So who else has a grudge against Zhou Yunfei, or who hopes to dismantle the Holy Dragon Alliance through this incident?
Similarly, the possibility of three princes exists, but again, time does not allow it, or the time is too tight. Counting the fact that I got the news on the night of the celebration, I want to kill nearly a thousand elites in five days.
It is really impossible to enter Clare City and make detailed plans.
Because including the nearest Second Prince's southern territory, the time required to go back and forth is far longer than five days! So this possibility is reduced to the minimum.
So there are other forces in the empire who want to take advantage of this? Counting the big families in several ranks, it is unlikely. No one in this position will make such a decision easily.
Because once it fails, the two parties will become relentless, which is not advisable from the perspective of a big family that is prepared for everything.
"Isn't he from the empire?" the eldest prince muttered, and then his eyes turned cold instantly.
If the situation is as he thinks and this operation is controlled by foreign forces, then the problem will be much more serious.
If things turn out to be as the eldest prince suspected, then such an action would be a sign of contempt for the mighty Northern Bywister Empire. Reminiscent of the situation where Zhou Yunfei was assassinated by foreign forces on his way back last year, this makes people have to consider this aspect.
"Hmph, all kinds of monsters and monsters dare to run around in the empire, that's too much to bully!" The eldest prince clenched his fist tightly.
It is true that the empire is currently internally unstable, but it is about the face of the empire, especially the face of the royal family. Assassinating the nobles of the empire is simply a slap in the face, and it is the most arrogant way.
The aristocratic class that regards honor and face as nobler than life will never allow such a thing to happen. After all, even if there is a grudge, they will not easily provoke an assassination! Unless there is that kind of feud between nobles,
Otherwise, no one is willing to let the situation develop into a situation where both sides are fighting to the death! Therefore, the nobles who have always been ashamed of such despicable actions will never take such actions.
Just as the eldest prince guessed, after receiving the information that Zhou Yunfei had been assassinated, the second prince first let out a long sigh, and then his face turned cold. He also guessed that the murderer might be a foreign force, "Damn it, Baiwo
The glory of the Sturt Empire cannot be tarnished by young people!"
Immediately afterwards, the intelligence systems in the hands of the eldest prince and the second prince began to operate to thoroughly investigate the murderer.
The Phantom Knights of the Lancelot family in the south also joined the search for the fleeing team.
For a time, the entire empire was in full swing because of the assassination of a count. There were rumors in the market that the upstart in the north of the empire, the Earl of Dragon City Lord, was assassinated. The murderer was probably someone from another empire!
This made everyone in the empire feel insecure, and various rumors spread.
The eldest prince and the second prince both sent envoys to express condolences, bringing many precious medicinal materials and medical officers around them to Clare City to visit Zhou Yunfei. By the way, they had the purpose of inquiring about news. If Zhou Yunfei died, what would be the next step for Dragon City?
How to develop has become the result that they are eager to know.
At this time, in Clare City, due to the previous blockade, many other forces' informants were pulled out, and the entire military camp was filled with suspicious persons.
In Longcheng Inn, Zhou Yunfei had been in a coma for two full days. The continuous high fever made his condition worse and worse. After the treating doctor made sure, he shook his head at Diao Chan beside him and expressed that he was helpless. Diao Chan only
She felt that her vision was darkened, but fortunately Yuna beside her supported her.
But Yuna herself was not much better. She didn't sleep a wink for two days and two nights, taking care of and praying with Diao Chan. But the situation did not improve, and her lover's condition became worse day by day. This made Yuna feel no warmth in her heart.
I shed tears all day long.
However, she can't give up hope yet, even if there is just a glimmer of it, she is willing to give everything to fight for it.
Far away in Longcheng, two days ago, I received the news from Jia Xu using a precious carrier pigeon. After seeing the words written in the letter, Zhuge Liang's normally curved mouth straightened up. The bamboo handle of the left hand feather fan was covered with
He pinched it without even realizing it.
However, things have already happened. The most important thing at the moment is to ensure the safety of the lord, so Zhuge Liang immediately ordered people to find people with superb medical skills in Dragon City. They rushed to Clare City and immediately mobilized Zhao Yun from the five northern fortresses to lead
The 10,000 cavalrymen mobilized by the Second Army rushed to Clare City!
After making these arrangements, Zhuge Liang ordered Dragon City to enter a wartime state, and all regulations were for the purpose of war. Personnel entering and exiting the city were strictly checked, and the First Army blocked Sais City and entered first-level combat readiness.
The Second Army and the 50th Army of the five northern fortresses have all entered the first level of combat readiness. The newly formed 51st Army has stationed in Longcheng to strengthen its defense.
The fleet in Long Port has included the entire middle and lower basins of the Hengduan River into the combat readiness area, and all non-Dragon City ships are strictly prohibited from navigation.
A series of actions filled the entire Dragon City with a tense atmosphere. When the citizens in Dragon City learned that their lord was attacked and seriously injured, they became angry!
Who gave them a peaceful life?
Who gave them stable jobs?
Who gave them good status?
Who gave them the opportunity to make a fortune?
The answer is yes, Zhou Yunfei, the great lord of Dragon City, the earl of the empire, and the god in the hearts of everyone!
Now, the god in their hearts has been assassinated, how can they not be angry!
The citizens spontaneously helped the defenders investigate suspicious persons, and many young citizens gathered in the Governor's Mansion and asked Zhuge Liang to investigate the matter strictly and get an explanation from the Lord!
Many citizens kept coming to the military camp to ask if they could join the army and avenge their lord!
Zhuge Liang burst into tears as he looked at the citizens in front of the Governor's Mansion who demanded severe punishment of the murderer and asked for an explanation from the Lord.
Never before! Never before! These people, who used to be called stupid people and bastard people, are now screaming loudly for the safety of their rulers. How spectacular this is!
In fact, ordinary people are the most lovable people. They can be exploited and oppressed. As long as they can continue to endure it, they will not do anything until they cannot survive. However, they are also the most lovable people.
Real people! If anyone dares to deprive them of their hope, then just wait and endure their resistance!
In the current situation, killing Zhou Yunfei, the man who gave them hope, would be against the entire citizens of Dragon City!
Many of them were northern residents who were rescued by Zhou Yunfei from Longcheng last winter. After learning the news, they spontaneously went to Yandi Temple to express their worries about Zhou Yunfei by praying.
After talking about the common people, let's take a look at Longcheng's army, the army that Zhou Yunfei poured his heart and soul into.
Zhou Yunfei in their hearts is more than just a loyal lord. This young lord treats the soldiers as if they are his own brothers. His words "Even if you die in battle! I will take you home!" make everyone
Soldiers who picked up weapons and put on armor were willing to die for him! What's more, the benefits and treatment Zhou Yunfei gave them were so high. The beautiful and peaceful life in his family came from Zhou Yunfei's decision. All of this,
All the soldiers regarded him as a god-like existence from the bottom of their hearts.
But now, the god has been defiled and the lord has been assassinated! This situation shocked them first, and then the overwhelming anger spread throughout Dragon City.
"Revenge! Revenge! Blood debt must be repaid with blood!"
After receiving Zhuge Liang's order, Zhao Yun, with a gloomy face, led 10,000 cavalry and rushed to the city of Clare day and night without stopping.
In their hearts, apart from their concern for Zhou Yunfei, there was only one word left: kill!