My queen is rebelling!

When Cohen said this, everyone was slightly shaken.

They were surprised that His Majesty the King had the confidence to build an "elite" army within three years, and also stunned that this army would go on an expedition for Hoffman.

Almost everyone had a question in their minds: Why would His Majesty promise Hoffman such a seemingly difficult-to-understand condition?

What exactly happened to Hoffman Charles that required an "elite" army to stand up for him?

But only Hoffman, after hearing Cohen's words, had his eyes turn red instantly, and the face that had been wearing a nonchalant smile became much paler.

He gasped for breath, the veins on his hands bulging, as if he was suppressing some intense emotions.

This surprised Eric, Finger, and others who were familiar with Hoffman, as it was the first time they had seen such an abnormal side of him.

Cohen looked at Hoffman calmly.

The neighboring country of Aifeiyin, the Balkan Principality, had experienced a coup fifty years ago, when the then Prime Minister Mastin, united with several marshals and generals in the country, overthrew the royal family, the Charles family, and executed King Barton Charles.

He was also Hoffman Charles' grandfather.

The entire Charles family was almost slaughtered by Prime Minister Mastin, and only a few guards loyal to the royal family risked their lives to save Hoffman's father, who was still a child.

This matter has always been Hoffman's biggest secret, and Hoffman doesn't know why His Majesty the King would find out about it.

But the condition given by Cohen clearly tells him.

As long as he can show enough value in the next three years, in the foreseeable future, the Corleone royal family is willing to use the power of the whole country to help him restore his country.

He couldn't refuse this huge temptation, and he couldn't possibly refuse it.

After a long time, Hoffman finally recovered, and said to Cohen in a hoarse voice:

For my comrades, there is only winning, and it must be winning.

When everything is settled, I want you to take my army and take back everything that belongs to you!"

Hoffman's eyes became firm, and he said nothing more.

Everything is self-evident, he will prove his value to Cohen!

......

After a day of intense selection, the first batch of the General Bureau's initial team has gradually taken shape.

In addition to the first batch of Eric and others, Cohen personally interviewed them, and the rest were handled by Prince Haug and Earl Middleton.

A total of thirty-five students were selected this time.

Under the arrangement of Viesel, the Director of the General Affairs Department of the Military Intelligence Bureau, a secret villa in the West District was used as the current workplace for these thirty-five people.

The task Cohen gave them now is very simple: to sort out the intricate relationships between the major families in Florence.

Prince Haug also brought many non-public materials from the Noble House.

Their only task today is to sort out these things clearly.

So that when they take action against any family in the future, they can ensure that they can wipe them out in one fell swoop.

As for Cohen, he is choosing a suitable target for the first operation.

Most of them are some nobles and forces who have colluded with the DuPont family or Grand Judge Earl Gore.

Although there are no acts of treason like the DuPont family or the Grand Judge.

Serious illegal and criminal acts such as corruption, bribery, abuse of power for personal gain, and large-scale mergers of land using the power in their hands are still common.

The biggest fish in here is Vaughn Collins, the former Minister of Industry, and the Collins family behind him.

Before retiring, Vaughn founded the National Industrial Federation. After retiring, he took the opportunity to become the Secretary-General of the Association, still controlling the national industrial development.

Using the power in his hands, he intervened in industrial affairs.

Even now, many people in the National Ministry of Industry are his confidants who he personally promoted, and the current Minister of Industry is completely hollowed out by him.

Many times, industrial documents or decrees have to be reviewed by Vaughn before they can be given to the current minister to see.

Cohen's plan was to take him as the first target, but he soon received a message from "Black Tomb".

What made him even more surprised was that the person who sent the message was the "salesman" he had been dreaming of!

He had originally planned to contact the "salesman" in a few days.

Privately find an opportunity to confirm his speculation and see if the other party is someone from the Sequence Lord Belmorti.

Unexpectedly, the "salesman" took the initiative to send him a message so quickly.

It seems that there is something important to explain. Late at night, Cohen came to a dilapidated mansion outside the city of Florence at the agreed time and place.

When Cohen arrived, it was still empty. He looked around.

He found that this should be the former residence left by a certain declining noble.

It looks dilapidated from the outside, but the rooms inside are obviously carefully arranged.

Cohen guessed that it should be a safe house for "Black Tomb".

It is estimated that it was built by the "salesman" recently.

Because after the Six Saints War at Emerald Lake last time, all the forces of Black Curtain in the Northwest Continent were eradicated.

There won't be such a safe place to stay.

Cohen was thinking about how to test the true identity of the "salesman" later.

Suddenly, he felt a faint aura approaching rapidly from behind.

Cohen turned around abruptly and looked back. A figure shrouded in a black robe, whose face could not be seen clearly, had already appeared behind him.

Immediately afterwards, a hoarse and low voice came from under the black mask:

"Gold Medal 'Shadow'?

Only Tier 4?

It seems that you haven't made much progress recently."

Cohen initially replaced the identity of "Black Tomb"'s killer "Silver Medal 207" and lurked down.

Although he has replaced the aura of all "Black Tomb" killers recorded in the "Black Tomb" headquarters with his own.

But he should have been a Silver Tier in his personal file long ago.

Therefore, when the "salesman" saw that Cohen was still a Silver Tier now, he couldn't help but feel a little disappointed.

The main purpose of this return is to rebuild the "Black Tomb" branch in the Northwest region. This killer, who was promoted from Silver Medal "207" to Gold Medal "Shadow\

,"is one of the few local killers who survived the Six Saints War.

Meilansha originally expected him to contribute more to the reconstruction of the Northwest branch, but he was just a Silver Tier.

With this strength, it is not enough to protect oneself in the current situation in Florence.

Meilansha sighed silently in her heart. Well, after all, he is one of the few survivors in Florence.

At least he is more familiar with the situation in Florence.

Meilansha was still disappointed with Cohen's strength.

Cohen was already so shocked that he couldn't speak.

Because when he saw the "salesman" for the first time, he had already discovered the identity of the "salesman".

Meilansha Tinuville!

Cohen rubbed the magic circle on his chest without leaving a trace.

The magic power fluctuations above have not disappeared.

This was a connection magic circle engraved on his chest in the "Lost Land" in order to enter the Realm of Truth and rescue Meilansha.

Meilansha also has one on her chest.

Originally, this was just a temporary simple magic circle, and as time passed, the power of the magic circle would automatically dissipate.

But it hasn't been long since then, and there are still some remaining powers above.

Meilansha naturally doesn't know this and cannot perceive it.

But as the person who personally engraved the magic circle, Cohen's perception of this is exceptionally clear.

The moment he saw the "salesman", he felt the aura of this magic circle from the other person.

Suddenly, a fact that was about to be revealed was placed in front of him.

The "salesman", this high-level member of the "Black Tomb" branch in the Northwest Continent, is one of the three golden realm peak confidants of the Sequence Lord Belmorti in the "Lost Land", Meilansha Tinuville.

Cohen couldn't express what he was feeling now.

He now feels that this Belmorti is becoming more and more remarkable.

Three confidants under his command.

The [Navigator] Planck guards one of the few seaports in the entire "Lost Land" - Azure City.

Controlling most of the trade and economic lifeline of the "Lost Land".

The other two confidants, one finally became the city lord of a high-level city in the "Chaotic Demon Continent".

The other one is even more fierce, and has even lurked into the high-level of the largest underground killer organization in the human continent.

Cohen felt a trace of admiration for Belmorti in his heart.

A woman who started from scratch can create such a career, indeed has amazing personal abilities and charm.

Meilansha saw that he had been stunned in place since he saw her, and didn't say a word, nor did he answer her question.

A trace of doubt appeared between her eyebrows, and she asked in a hoarse voice:

"What?

Are you surprised to see me?"

Cohen came back to his senses, and his expression obviously relaxed a lot.

After knowing the true identity of the salesman, he has more confidence in his plan.

Meilansha obviously has a certain affection for him because of the last incident.

He can completely use the "handsome man trick" to capture the heart of this "Black Tomb" high-level, and turn the "Black Tomb" Northwest Continent branch that is about to be rebuilt into the Military Intelligence Branch.

Is there anything more wonderful in this world than using the enemy's funds to develop one's own forces?

He can be considered as dedicating himself to the country in this wave, and he believes that Queen Sister will understand even if she knows in the future.

He smiled lightly and asked:

"Is Your Excellency the famous 'salesman'?

I haven't heard from Your Excellency for so long. Did you leave the Northwest Continent?"

Meilansha frowned slightly. The other party's tone was not like a subordinate communicating with a superior at all.

The expression under the mask became a little colder, and the voice was indifferent:

"Have you forgotten the rules of 'Black Tomb'?

Subordinates are not allowed to inquire about anything about superiors, only obey!"

Cohen's tone became much frivolous and said:

"What's the excitement for? I'm just a little curious.

I haven't seen Your Excellency 'salesman' for so long. I miss you so much!"

As soon as the words fell, Cohen clearly felt a surge of majestic killing intent from the other party.

However, this killing intent stopped abruptly after Cohen took out something.

Melantha's eyes, beneath her mask, widened in disbelief as she stared at the exquisite dagger that had appeared in Cohen's hand.

Gold-ranked "Shadow," Lord of Shadows?

Melantha nearly lost her footing, forced to acknowledge the absurd truth:

The number one enemy of "Black Tomb," the culprit behind the destruction of the Northwest Continent's branches, had somehow infiltrated "Black Tomb" and even risen to the mid-level leadership position of a gold-ranked assassin.

Melantha felt a profound sense of unreality.

Cohen's playful voice broke through, as he said with a smile:

"I've long heard that Black Tomb's intelligence network spans the continent.

I happen to have something I'd like to ask about.

A silly girl gave me a dagger and ran off without a word.

Could I request 'Black Tomb' to investigate the origins of this dagger?

Also, what did that silly girl mean?

It's all so mysterious and unclear, it's putting a lot of pressure on me."

At this point, how could Melantha not understand that he knew her true identity?

This couldn't help but make her secretly alarmed. She had been lurking in "Black Tomb" for so many years without revealing even the slightest clue.

Yet this "Lord of Shadows" had only been in contact with her for a short time and had already discovered her true identity.

Luckily, he wasn't an enemy, or that would be too terrifying.

Melantha's voice carried a hint of anger and embarrassment:

"Bastard, give it back to me!"

Cohen immediately put away the dagger, sizing up Melantha's figure concealed by her black robe, and said:

"I really didn't expect Belmode to send you to infiltrate 'Black Tomb'.

And you even reached the level of 'Salesperson'."

Melantha gave a delicate snort, tore off her mask, and a burst of misty black light flashed before her, revealing a delicate face that shone with a fair complexion.

She said unhappily:

"I also didn't expect that I would promote the biggest enemy of 'Black Tomb' to the level of a gold-ranked assassin.

Tell me honestly, when did you sneak in?"

Melantha pursed her red lips slightly, her pupils revealing a stubbornness as she glared fiercely at Cohen.

Cohen sighed softly and said:

"Why so tense, meeting an old flame?

Ever since you left this dagger and disappeared without saying goodbye, I've been thinking of you day and night.

You still haven't told me what this dagger means."

Melantha's face flushed red as she said in a low voice:

"Sister was right, you're just a womanizer. I don't know how many women you've said those words to.

Like that 'Golden Winged Woman' of yours and that Winged Elf Madam?"

Cohen really wanted to ask, were you referring to Belmode or Mephis when you said 'Sister'?

Cohen's voice softened a lot:

"This isn't the place to talk. I know there's a very good restaurant in Florence, I wonder if I have the honor of inviting Miss Melantha to dinner with me?"

A hint of joy flashed across Melantha's face inadvertently, but she still didn't mince her words:

"I'll consider you to have good taste and give you a chance to curry favor with your superior."

Cohen bowed slightly, extended his hand, and said elegantly:

"I am very honored, Miss Tinuviel."

In the restaurant's private room, Cohen slightly bowed and gently pulled out a chair for Melantha.

His gaze remained gently fixed on her, a warm smile on his lips, waiting for her to sit down before slowly walking to the opposite side to sit.

The candlelight on the table flickered gently, making Melantha's delicate face even more charming.

Cohen picked up the red wine on the table and gently swirled it. The red wine swirled in the crystal glass, as brilliant as a ruby.

He slowly poured the wine into Melantha's glass, his eyes constantly intertwined with hers, the tenderness and love in his eyes like a murmuring stream, clearly visible.

During the meal, Cohen always looked at Melantha first, and only started using his knife and fork after she had started.

Every movement was elegant and without the slightest sound.

Occasionally, when food crumbs remained on the corner of Melantha's mouth, he would gently pick up a napkin and slowly reach over to gently wipe them away.

His fingers inadvertently touched Melantha's fair cheek, as if touching a piece of warm jade.

Like a feather brushing over, bringing a slight tremor.

Melantha's big eyes were full of tears, an ambiguous, beautiful, and romantic atmosphere permeated the private room.

Cohen thought to himself, I'm sacrificing myself for the country, using my charm to win over the highest person in charge of the "Black Tomb" in the Northwest region.

It's all beneficial to the situation in Aefine, and I believe the Queen Sister will forgive me even if she finds out in the future.

The wonderful dinner was coming to an end, and Melantha was gradually regaining her composure.

For people like her, a moment of warmth and emotion was already a luxury.

In the blink of an eye, she had already reverted to a cold and capable senior manager of "Black Tomb."

Melantha casually set up a magic circle and said in a low voice:

"Let's talk business, what exactly are you lurking here for?"

Cohen's voice was still gentle, but he didn't answer Melantha's question, instead saying:

"Shasha, let's cooperate."

Melantha suppressed her anger and embarrassment, avoided his gaze, and said in a low voice:

"I'm talking business with you!"

Cohen said seriously:

"I'm talking about business with you.

Let's cooperate.

Isn't your mission to rebuild 'Black Tomb's' branch in the Northwest Continent?"

Seeing Cohen return to his serious demeanor, Melantha silently nodded, then opened her mouth and said:

"Originally, I called you out this time to discuss the preparations for the 'Black Tomb' Northwest branch.

Because of someone's actions in Florence last time, 'Black Tomb' has almost no one alive in the Northwest Continent, especially in Aefine.

If they want to complete their plan in a few months, they must first rebuild a branch here."

Hearing Melantha mention the plan in a few months, Cohen's eyebrows twitched slightly as he asked:

"Is 'Black Tomb' preparing to interfere in the turmoil in Aefine in a few months?

Can you tell me what their ultimate goal is?"

A look of hesitation appeared on Melantha's face. After hesitating for a moment, she still said:

"They are preparing to overthrow the Aefine royal family, and then seize the opportunity... to kidnap Her Majesty the Queen of Aefine, Adelle Angraean."

The murderous intent in Cohen's pupils flashed and disappeared, then he asked:

"Do you know why?

Is targeting the Queen of Aefine 'Black Tomb's' own idea, or did they accept a commission from another force?"

Melantha said with certainty:

"It's 'Black Tomb's' own idea.

Including the Aefine royal court attack more than a year ago.

The King of Aefine was hit with memory ice.

On the surface, this matter was commissioned by others to 'Black Tomb'.

But it was also 'Black Tomb's' own idea.

They just want to prevent the Corleone royal family from smoothly taking control of the government.

To sow discord between the Corleone royal family and the Queen."

Cohen was secretly shocked. If he hadn't accidentally recovered his memories from his previous life.

"Black Tomb's" move would have been very effective.

No, even if he had recovered his memories, "Black Tomb's" move should have worked.

Perhaps someone in the royal family had already begun to harbor ill intentions towards Adelle.

Maybe some people had even begun to contact other foreign forces to unite with external forces against the Queen's party.

Cohen continued to ask:

"What about you?

What are your plans for 'Lost Land'?

Are you also going to destroy the Aefine royal family together with 'Black Tomb'?"

Melantha said slowly:

"We in 'Lost Land' are not interested in this.

The change of dynasties and the transfer of power in the human continent have nothing to do with us.

The only person we care about is one person.

Queen Adelle Angraean of Aefine.

You also know the current situation of our Sequence members in Lost Land, relying solely on Sister to hold on alone. This situation will not last sooner or later.

We need a strong and powerful foreign aid."

Cohen opened his eyes wide and couldn't help but say, Are you saying that the foreign aid you're talking about is Queen Adelle of Aefine?

Melantha nodded as a matter of course:

"Of course, otherwise, why would I go to so much trouble to apply to build a branch in the Northwest Continent?

Cohen couldn't help but laugh:

"Why?

What assurance do you have that you can get a queen to give up her identity in the human continent and join your 'Lost Land'?"

Melantha said with a confident and assured tone:

"Of course we do, and we are very confident.

We have found a weakness of the Queen of Aefine."

Cohen looked at her in surprise. He didn't think there was anything in this world that could threaten the Queen Sister.

Until Melantha said the next sentence, which made him laugh and cry at the same time:

"It's her idiot king!

I have interacted with the Queen of Aefine at close range several times.

I can see that she still has deep feelings for her idiot husband.

Even to the point of caring a lot.

As long as we use her idiot husband as a threat, Adelle will definitely submit."

Cohen was amused and couldn't help but want to give her a few hard slaps on her delicate buttocks.

After all this time, this little girl actually set her sights on him?

Not to mention, her idea is really feasible.

When the capital is in turmoil, if Melantha suddenly takes action and binds him to 'Lost Land'.

With the Queen Sister's temper, she might really force her way in.

If she really got to that kind of place, and Belmode also took action, Sister might not be able to retreat unscathed.

Melantha's plan is really vicious.

Melantha noticed Cohen's malicious gaze and couldn't help but take a few steps back, asking:

"What's wrong, is there any problem with my plan?

By the way, why are you in Aefine now."

Cohen suppressed his extra emotions and said calmly:

"Because I have reached a cooperation with the Queen of Aefine in your mouth.

We have formed a stable alliance, ready to destroy all opposing forces that attempt to interfere with the safety and stability of Aefine!"