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Hulian kept his head very low. Facing this young king who could even plot to kill a Saint, Hulian felt only fear and respect in his heart.

When he heard Cohen's introduction, he unconsciously breathed a sigh of relief, and the tense expression on his face also relaxed a lot.

At least from Cohen's attitude in introducing himself, he was still very valuable to the other party.

He immediately replied in a low voice:

“Your Majesty is too kind. I am just an insignificant small businessman. Thank you for looking up to me and giving me a chance to serve before the King!

He waved his hand and said:

“Baron Singer, don't be nervous. I'm here this time just to meet you and simply understand the situation with you.

Sit down.

By the way, this is Miss Winsadler Windrunner. She is not an outsider, so don't worry.”

Windrunner!

Hulian was shocked. Only the royal family of the Winged Elves are qualified to use this surname!

The rumors on the mainland are not groundless. I heard that one of the confidantes of this young king is the chief管 of the Central Empire's Empress. It seems to be this beautiful elf lady.

Hulian immediately bowed and saluted, and at the same time took out a delicate wooden box from his arms, his tone with a flattering meaning:

“Greetings, Your Excellency Windrunner. This is a small token of my respect. Please, Madam, don’t refuse.”

Cohen raised his eyebrows slightly. As expected of a businessman who can build such a large industry from scratch, his scheming is indeed admirable.

Winsadler glanced at Cohen, and Cohen said with a smile:

“Accept the Baron’s kindness.”

Winsadler then took the wooden box, opened it and saw that it was a top-quality wind-attributed magic crystal.

Cohen couldn't help but secretly suspect that this Hulian might have other attribute magic crystals prepared.

After some polite greetings, Cohen got down to business:

“How is the situation in the Ceylon Kingdom recently?”

Hulian immediately took out a thick document, respectfully handed it to Cohen, and said:

“It's all in here.

Since Prince Saxon returned from the Emerald Territory after his defeat, he has not appeared in public for many days.

According to people in the Prince's Palace, what happened in the Emerald Territory had a great impact on Saxon, especially being deceived and used as a tool by the Eastern Region Empire. Now the entire country has opinions on the Third Prince.

It is believed that the actions of the Third Prince at the Northwest Region Exchange Conference have caused Ceylon Kingdom's reputation and prestige to plummet. Recently, many people have been advising the King, feeling that such a prince is no longer suitable to continue serving as heir.

Saxon is now indulging in beauty and pleasure all day long, and does not ask about political affairs. It seems that he has completely degenerated into a playboy.

His subordinate, His Highness the Second Prince Charles, is currently uniting with several other sequential heirs, wanting to take the opportunity to attack Saxon. Judging from the current phenomenon, the Third Prince Saxon's position in the country is precarious.

In addition, because of the Emerald Territory incident, the relationship between Quessang and the Eastern Region Empire is very tense and has dropped to freezing point.”

Hulian knew very well what kind of information Cohen needed, and had prepared for it early.

After listening to Hulian's report, a thoughtful look appeared in Cohen's eyes. Saxon had no reaction after returning to the country, which was indeed beyond his expectations.

Is it the calm before the storm? No action precisely indicates abnormality!

Saxon must be brewing a big plan, waiting for the final fight.

Although the Eastern Region Empire had an element of utilization towards Saxon before, its support for him was real. Andre's investment in Saxon through various means was all real money.

At least he still has a thousand elite-level troops, legendary-level magical pets, and an unknown number of legendary transcendents in his hands.

Including many local nobles in the country, they are still unwavering in their support for Saxon. The Emerald Territory incident will certainly have a great impact on Saxon's prestige, but it is impossible to completely deny an heir with a solid base and outstanding strength.

If nothing unexpected happens, Saxon must be holding back a big move to reverse the decline he is facing in one fell swoop, and this action that can make a final decision must be the plan that he and Andre had implemented halfway!

After a brief thought, Cohen had a general idea in his mind, and asked:

“Has the Gavin Duke family had any unusual movements recently?”

Hulian was stunned for a moment, a little caught off guard by Cohen's question.

Duke Gavin?

Hulian had naturally heard of this most powerful noble in the Ceylon Kingdom, and he didn't understand why Cohen would suddenly mention this person.

However, based on his understanding, after a slight thought, he replied seriously:

“Duke Gavin is normal in every way and has not revealed any unusual traces.

The only thing that makes people care is that Duke Gavin occasionally advises the King in the court, emphasizing the necessity of the legitimacy of the heir.

The spearhead is directed at the Third Prince Saxon.

However, because of the previous incident, many veterans in the court now have similar advice.

By the way, His Highness Charles is also trying his best to win over Duke Gavin.”

Cohen flipped through the information in his hand, and combined with Hulian's report, he had a preliminary grasp of the situation in the Ceylon Kingdom.

At present, the overall situation in the Ceylon Kingdom is still relatively stable, and the opportunity to enter the game has not yet arrived. This opportunity depends on when Saxon prepares to attack Duke Gavin and his brothers.

Cohen looked at Hulian, was silent for a long time, and slowly said:

“Does Baron Singer know that I founded an organization called the Military Intelligence Agency in Effiein?”

Hulian's heart trembled suddenly, and then an uncontrollable surprise broke out, and his breathing became heavy.

Cohen would not mention the Military Intelligence Agency for no reason, and after Hulian learned that his lord, the Shadow Lord, was the King of Effiein, he immediately investigated everything about the King of Effiein.

Of course, it also included his infamous Military Intelligence Agency!

The special intelligence agency personally created by the King of Effiein, who personally served as the director, wielded the power of life and death, and had great authority.

It can be said that it is the most trusted minion and right-hand man of the King of Effiein.

Everyone who can enter the Military Intelligence Agency is a confidant of the King of Effiein.

Since Cohen mentioned the Military Intelligence Agency in front of him at this time, the meaning behind it is self-evident!

Hulian's heart was pounding, and entering the Military Intelligence Agency meant that he had truly entered Cohen's core team!

In Hulian's expectant and uneasy gaze, Cohen's lips moved slightly, and his voice continued to sound:

“Mr. Hulian Singer, I am going to appoint you as the head of the overseas station of the Military Intelligence Agency, the Quessang Station, responsible for intelligence gathering, personnel infiltration, armed operations, and other tasks assigned by the headquarters in the Ceylon Kingdom!”

A gleam of light suddenly burst out in Hulian's eyes, suppressing the excitement in his heart, and he quickly assumed the role and immediately replied:

“Yes, Director!”

Cohen continued:

“The staffing and financial appropriation of the Quessang Station will be contacted and negotiated by comrades from the General Affairs Department of the headquarters later. You should prepare the intelligence station first and put it into operation as soon as possible.

First, report all kinds of intelligence about the Ceylon Kingdom to the Intelligence Department of the headquarters regularly, once a week.

Politics, economy, and military aspects must be involved, and in case of emergency or intelligence about the Third Prince Saxon and the Gavin Duke family of the Ceylon Kingdom, you can report directly to me.

This is the contact information of the heads of various departments of the headquarters. The headquarters will also send people to conduct necessary training for you later.

Remember, safety is the first priority, and you can withdraw to Effiein if necessary.

In addition, the headquarters will also send people to secretly protect your family, so you can rest assured!”

Cohen's words made Hulian very moved.

A superior who can think of his subordinates to this extent will not be bad.

Hulian immediately stated that he would successfully complete the tasks assigned to him by Cohen. In addition, he did not need financial support and could bear all the expenses of the intelligence station himself.

Cohen did not comment on Hulian's show of loyalty. Money is indeed nothing to a big crocodile like Hulian.

Now the high-level officials of the entire Ceylon Kingdom can see that Effiein, which has 20,000 elite-level troops and an orc corps, will definitely not be limited to its current position.

The first target they want to challenge is undoubtedly the Ceylon Kingdom, which attacked them at the Northwest Region Exchange Conference.

The entire Quessang is filled with panic and low mood.

What Hulian wants is not money, but future status and security.

Cohen patted Hulian on the shoulder:

“Individuals are individuals, and organizations are organizations. I already know your intentions.

Everything is still in accordance with the system. Okay, this matter ends here. I have important things to ask you.”

Seeing Cohen say this, Hulian didn't insist anymore and showed a respectful attitude:

“Director, please speak.”

Cohen asked:

“Do you have any reliable contacts in the Silver Frost Principality?

It is best to be able to contact the high-level military and political officials of Silver Frost.”

Hulian's eyes trembled slightly, thinking that Cohen was going to prepare to liquidate the Silver Frost Principality.

To say who in the entire Northwest Continent is most afraid of Effiein now, it is the Silver Frost Principality and the Holy Oak Principality.

These two countries were originally Effiein's younger brothers, and most of their construction and development depended on Effiein.

But they happened to choose to betray without hesitation when Effiein was in turmoil, and stood with the Ceylon Kingdom, and even became the vanguard of the attack on Effiein.

In particular, they also hid 2,000 elite-level troops for the Eastern Region Empire. This hatred is absolutely irreconcilable.

Hulian restrained the rapidly rolling speculation in his heart, and after a brief thought, replied:

“I have cooperated with several generals of the Silver Frost Principality in running officers' clubs and sanatoriums, and the relationship is good.

One of them is my hardcore confidant, currently serving as a regiment commander in the Special Operations Department under the Silver Frost Principality Army Headquarters, named Roman Brad, who is trustworthy.”

Cohen raised his eyebrows slightly and asked:

“The regiment commander of the Special Operations Regiment?”

If I remember correctly, the Silverfrost Principality's special operations regiments are all 'Regular-grade' armies, the highest combat-level armies in the entire country."

Hulian immediately complimented:

"That's right, Roman commands a 'Regular-grade' army, designated as the First Special Operations Regiment."

Cohen continued to ask:

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"How old is this General Roman this year, and what level of transcendent is he?"

"In his thirties, a peak sixth-tier transcendent."

Cohen's eyes narrowed slightly. At this age and level, although talented enough, to become a regimental commander in a country's capital military circle and command one of the few 'Regular-grade' armies in the entire country...

Without considerable background and financial support, it would be impossible. For Hulian to develop such a person into a confidant, the relationship between the two must be extraordinary!

Cohen revealed a meaningful expression in his eyes and asked:

"I'm afraid you've put in a lot of effort for this young General Roman to reach his current position!"

Hulian's face showed an awkward smile, and he glanced at Winsader subtly, saying in a low voice:

"I have indeed provided some assistance in Roman's path to advancement. Several retired generals from the Silverfrost Principality's Ministry of Defense have properties in the Ceylon Kingdom. To be precise, they secretly hold considerable shares in my group.

As for why I did this... Roman, he... he is the younger brother of a good friend of mine."

Cohen's face immediately showed a knowing look.

So, he's practically a brother-in-law. No wonder they're so close.

Winsader snorted softly, obviously understanding that this so-called good friend was likely a mistress that Hulian kept in the Silverfrost Principality.

Retired military officers, armed forces in the capital military circle, special operations units, young generals...

Cohen suddenly thought of many things.

In times of national turmoil, young soldiers always yearn to establish meritorious service!

Cohen pondered for a while, and after having a general plan, he said:

"Give me his contact information later. Also, give him a heads-up. I'll be going to Silverfrost soon.

That's all for today. I have some news to reveal to you in advance. The Ceylon Kingdom is about to experience a nationwide internal strife, and the flames of war will not cease in the short term.

As a leader in the business world, you can make some arrangements in advance."

War is a risk, but also an opportunity. During wartime, food, medicine, weapons, and magic crystal energy are all scarce strategic materials. Correspondingly, real estate, hotels, and catering industries will be severely impacted.

Cohen was implying that Hulian, with his large business empire, should start shifting his investment direction. He should sell off those fixed assets and exchange them for more valuable basic necessities and strategic materials.

The cunning and experienced Hulian naturally understood the meaning in Cohen's words.

After the discussion, Cohen left Hulian with a dedicated communication stone and secretly set off towards the Silverfrost Principality.

......

The Silverfrost Principality is located in the northern part of the Northwest Continent. Its territory is covered with continuous mountain ranges, perpetually covered in ice and snow. The snow on the mountains never melts, shimmering with dazzling silver light under the sunlight, like a giant silver dragon coiled around the earth. This is also the origin of the principality's name.

The harsh geographical environment not only did not hinder the development of the Silverfrost Principality, but also created Silverfrost's unique special resource—frost crystal ore.

The ice element contained in the ore is no less than that of ordinary high-level magic crystals.

The only thing restricting Silverfrost's development is the lack of logistics and transportation channels, and the only ones in the entire Northwest Continent that control natural seaports are the Ceylon Kingdom and Effie.

Compared to the Ceylon Kingdom, which has strong military power and great ambitions, Silverfrost is more willing to cooperate with Effie.

With Effie's national power increasing day by day, Silverfrost, relying on Effie's assistance and port convenience, has also developed rapidly, becoming a qualified little brother of Effie.

However, when Cohen's father fell and turmoil occurred in Florence, under the coercion and enticement of the Ceylon Kingdom, the Silverfrost Principality did not hesitate to abandon Effie and join the embrace of the Ceylon Kingdom.

Later, under Andre's secret coordination, they even colluded with the Eastern Region Empire far away on the Land of Dragons, carrying out a complete betrayal of Effie.

However, what the Silverfrost Grand Duke never expected was that Effie actually produced a young king with unparalleled talent and the youngest legendary queen on the continent.

The two joined forces, not only directly shattering the ambitions of Saxon, the Third Prince of the Ceylon Kingdom, under the city of Florence, but even completely dissolving the joint coercion of the Central Empire and the Eastern Region Empire.

The annihilation of elite-level troops, the fall of legendary saint-level transcendents, and the capture of floating giant ships—when these pieces of information were transmitted from Florence back to Snowstar City, the capital of the Silverfrost Principality, the Silverfrost Grand Duke almost had a myocardial infarction and fainted directly.

The terrifying strength displayed by Effie made the hesitant Silverfrost Grand Duke fall into endless fear and unease.

The temperament and means that Effie's young king displayed at the Florence Northwest Region Exchange Meeting made him tremble all over.

Even his own blood relatives, the direct line of the royal family, were killed without hesitation. One can imagine what kind of liquidation and retaliation the other party would carry out against the Silverfrost Principality, which had betrayed them.

Faced with Effie, who was able to completely crush the attacks of two great empires and one great kingdom, the Silverfrost Grand Duke could not generate any will to resist and could only find a way to seek help.

The Ceylon Kingdom?

It is said that after the Third Prince Saxon returned to his country, he became depressed, and opposition within the country rose sharply. He himself is in danger, let alone helping himself.

The Eastern Region Empire?

Andre, the only one who had contact with the Silverfrost Grand Duke, has never appeared in the Silverfrost Principality since Cohen exposed his identity in public. The Silverfrost Grand Duke has no means to contact the Eastern Region Empire far away on the Land of Dragons.

The Silverfrost Grand Duke gritted his teeth and could only use his secret transaction with the Saint Oak Grand Duke and the dwarves as a bargaining chip to implore the Emperor of the Western Region Empire, who was interested in the dwarves, hoping that the Western Region Empire could come forward to mediate the relationship between them and Effie.

This is also the only chance of survival that the Silverfrost Grand Duke could think of from the brink of destruction!

......

Snowstar City, a magnificent and solid city, stands on the ice field. The city walls are tall and thick, constructed from huge stones and a considerable proportion of frost crystal ore, reflecting colorful light under the sunlight, appearing like a dream.

Above the city gate is engraved the principality's emblem—an ice phoenix about to take flight.

This ice phoenix is also one of the guardians of the principality, a legendary high-level magic beast, the Ice Crystal Phoenix.

The architectural style within the city is unique, mostly using ice and snow as raw materials. After careful carving by skilled craftsmen, various exquisite shapes are presented—pointed towers, arched corridors, and well-arranged ice houses, forming a series of bizarre and dreamlike pictures.

The people of Silverfrost are known for their resilience and bravery. They have adapted to the cold climate and harsh environment. The men are extremely skilled at hunting and combat. Many villagers in the mountains, relying on the frost crystal ore they have mined, can even forge simple magic weapons, and their combat power is no less than that of ordinary basic-level troops.

Therefore, the soldiers of the Silverfrost Principality are recognized as brave and warlike, and their combat power is well-known throughout the Northwest Continent.

This is also why Cohen plans to disintegrate the Silverfrost regime from within as much as possible, preferably without arousing the hostility and resistance of the entire Silverfrost Principality.

He doesn't want to be caught in a vast ocean of people's war. Besides, he doesn't want to kill everyone. Who will mine ore for him after they're all killed?

The political system of the Silverfrost Principality, like most countries on the continent, is a traditional monarchical parliamentary system.

The monarch is held by the successive Silverfrost Grand Dukes, while also being subject to the constraints of the noble council. The Grand Duke has the highest power in the country, but major decisions need to be discussed and agreed upon with the noble council.

The members of the noble council each lead a family army, contributing to the safety and stability of the Silverfrost Principality.

And the Silverfrost Grand Duke holds the only "Regular-grade" army in the entire principality, the ten special operations regiments under the Army Headquarters Special Operations Command, totaling ten thousand people.

In addition, there are more than 50,000 "Basic-grade" troops under the Capital Garrison Command, equipped with mages.

The commanders of the Special Operations Command and the Capital Garrison Command are the absolute confidants of the Silverfrost Grand Duke.

Relying on the Capital Garrison Command and the Special Operations Command, the Silverfrost Grand Duke has absolute military power to suppress all nobles.

In the very center of Snowstar City stands a magnificent palace, like a legendary fortress forged from ice and snow.

The main body of the palace is carved from huge blocks of ice, emitting a dreamlike blue glow, as if countless dazzling blue gemstones are inlaid in it.

The gate is several feet high, with silver patterns inlaid on the door. The interior space is extremely spacious, with tall ice pillars standing, supporting the dome.

The Silverfrost Grand Duke's throne is located on a high platform, made of a whole piece of frost crystal ore, emitting a cold light, surrounded by a circle of silver flame sculptures, seemingly dancing non-stop, exceptionally exquisite and luxurious.

At this moment, the Silverfrost Grand Duke had no intention of sitting on the throne to listen to reports. He paced back and forth in the palace, seemingly waiting for someone.

Soon, a middle-aged man with a pale face stepped into the hall in a hurry. When the Silverfrost Grand Duke saw the visitor, he eagerly greeted him and asked:

"How is it? What did the people from the Western Region Empire say?

Did they agree to help us ease the relationship with Effie!"

The middle-aged man with a pale face is Faria, the Prime Minister of the Silverfrost Principality's cabinet, who was secretly commissioned by the Silverfrost Grand Duke to go to the Western Region Empire to lobby. Finally, today, there was a reply!