My queen is rebelling!

Counselor Meike's face didn't show any unusual expression at Roman's words. He nodded lightly and replied with a smile:

“If that's General Roman's request, I believe the Chairman will be very happy to discuss it with you in person.”

A strange look appeared on Roman's face, the other party's straightforward attitude made him feel a trace of surprise.

It seemed that Commander Jose's analysis was correct. This behind-the-scenes boss of the Dawn Society was also getting anxious. If he didn't take any action, he would be found out and retaliated against by Viscount Claude sooner or later.

General Roman, who was in the Silverfrost Heart, commanding the few 'conventional' troops in the country, came from a commoner background, had the backing of the Ceylon Kingdom's top consortium, and possessed a vast network of power relations in the army, was a very suitable object for unity.

Roman steadied his mind and replied in a deep voice:

“I hope it's as soon as possible, time waits for no one!”

Counselor Meike gestured to Roman to wait a moment, then quickly returned to one of the tents, seemingly to contact someone.

Without making Roman wait too long, Counselor Meike strode out with an excited expression and said loudly:

“General Roman, the Chairman agrees to meet with you immediately.”

Roman's heart stirred, and he asked:

“When?”

Counselor Meike replied directly:

“If the General has nothing else to do today, how about now?”

Roman narrowed his eyes slightly, a trace of solemnity emerging from the depths of his eyes.

Now?

That also meant that this behind-the-scenes boss of the Dawn Society was very close to the capital, even working inside Frost Star City!

Then Commander Jose's guess about this person's identity was wrong.

This behind-the-scenes figure was not a commander of a military region, but a big shot in the capital's military circle.

It was really beyond General Roman's expectation that such a figure would take the lead in opposing Claude.

Because the military salaries and supplies embezzled by Viscount Claude came from the field armies of the major war zones, and he was still very afraid of the troops of the Capital Police Department and the Special Operations Department, so he didn't target them.

Logically speaking, the military大佬s in the capital circle shouldn't have any deep hatred for Claude.

A trace of speculation couldn't help but emerge from Roman's heart. Could it be that this was just a simple political struggle, and the behind-the-scenes figure's motive was to take advantage of this to get rid of Claude?

If the Chairman of the Dawn Society really only united these grassroots officers as tools for political struggle, then Roman would be too disappointed.

Roman suppressed the useless thoughts in his heart and asked in a deep voice:

“Where to meet?”

Counselor Meike replied with a smile:

“To show our sincerity, our Chairman has decided to meet with the General at the Frost Star Veterans Club.”

The Frost Star Veterans Club was basically Roman's territory. The other party's choice to meet here was indeed very sincere, but it also indirectly confirmed that the other party was indeed a big shot in the capital's military circle.

After all, not just anyone could enter the Frost Star Veterans Club.

A friendly look appeared on Roman's face, and he asked:

“Now?”

Counselor Meike nodded and replied:

“Right now, to be honest, the Chairman is in Frost Star City. He can get to the club faster than us, please.”

So decisive and swift, it could also cut off the possibility of him arranging an ambush in advance. This Chairman of the Dawn Society had considered things very thoroughly.

Roman had no further objections and followed Meike to the Frost Star Veterans Club in secret.

......

Both of them were transcendents of no low level. In less than half a day, they had already arrived at the Frost Star Veterans Club.

Counselor Meike directly led Roman to the top floor's private room.

Even more solemnity emerged in Roman's heart. Not many people in the entire capital's military circle could have a long-term reservation for a private room on the top floor.

That also meant that he must know this Chairman of the Dawn Society, maybe he had even met and greeted him.

Who could it be?

Roman quickly went through the names of the people he could think of in his mind.

A sense of panic couldn't help but emerge in his heart. It seemed that none of these people had any reason to go against Claude, the Chief of the Army General Staff. To be more precise, those who could sit in such high positions in the capital's military circle had extremely close relations with the Chief of the Army General Staff.

He was now even more looking forward to the true identity of this behind-the-scenes figure!

Stopping in front of a private room door, Roman shook his head slightly. For the sake of absolute secrecy, many of the private rooms on the top floor were registered under the Army Headquarters.

Even as one of the shareholders of the Veterans Club, Roman wasn't very clear about the real owners of many private rooms.

Meike signaled Roman to wait a moment, then gently knocked on the door and said in a low voice:

“Sir, General Roman has arrived.”

A calm and gentle voice came from inside the private room:

“Let the General in.”

Roman's eyes flickered slightly. The voice that sounded in the private room was very familiar, he had definitely heard it more than once!

Before Roman could recall where he had heard this voice, Counselor Meike took a step back and said softly to Roman:

“General, please go in by yourself. The Chairman wants to talk to you alone.”

Roman suppressed the complex thoughts in his mind, reached out and forcefully pushed open the door of the private room. What came into view was a middle-aged man wearing a green, old-fashioned military uniform.

The middle-aged man was tall and upright, his posture as firm as an ancient pine. His hands were clasped behind his back, facing away from Roman, looking at the scenery of the entire Frost Star City through the large floor-to-ceiling windows.

Hearing the sound of the door opening, the middle-aged man turned around, revealing his true face.

The man's facial features were distinct, his bronze skin exuded the texture of years of military service, his eyes were deep and piercing, and his eyes shone with sharp light.

The belt around his waist highlighted his tough waist. A sword hung on the belt, and a baton was in his right hand. His gaze fell on Roman, and the latter immediately felt an overwhelming pressure.

Seeing the person's true appearance, Roman couldn't help but widen his eyes, a deep shock and horror gathering in the depths of his eyes.

Then, reacting, he immediately stood proudly, his right heel quickly and forcefully joined his left heel, making a crisp sound. He gave a standard military salute, his eyes firm and focused, and his voice extremely powerful, saying:

“Roman Breed, Colonel Regiment Commander of the Special Operations Regiment of the Army Headquarters, awaiting instructions from the Inspector-General!”

The middle-aged military officer smiled gently, his voice indescribably kind:

“General Roman, there's no need to be nervous. This is not the army. There is no Inspector-General of the Army Military Police.

I'm from the fourth class of the Military Academy, so I'm considered your senior. Sit down, we seniors and juniors should have sat down together and had a good heart-to-heart talk long ago.

I've been paying attention to you for a long time!”

Raidinoz Hammer, Inspector-General of the Military Police of the Silverfrost Principality Army Headquarters, with the rank of General, in charge of all the military police forces within the Silverfrost Principality.

The military police are responsible for maintaining military discipline, ensuring the execution of military orders, and organizing military courts. They are special military forces with judicial police nature, with great power.

No soldier is not afraid of the military police, and Raidinoz, as the head of the military police, is an existence that all officers fear!

Legend has it that this military police inspector once personally executed several major military officers above the rank of Major General, so he also has a chilling nickname in the army—the General Butcher!

Roman naturally also had deep fear and dread for this military police inspector,

But he never expected that the Army Military Police Inspector would be the Chairman of the Dawn Society!

This fact had too great an impact on Roman, because Raidinoz also had another identity. He was related to Claude, the Chief of the Army General Staff, by marriage.

His youngest son married Claude's daughter, the two families were very close, and Raidinoz had always been regarded as the sharpest and most vicious knife in Claude's hand.

Even not long ago, Claude's execution of those Dawn Society military officer backbone who took the lead in causing trouble was an action personally arranged by Raidinoz.

Roman couldn't figure out why Raidinoz would be the behind-the-scenes大佬 of the Dawn Society!

What was he plotting?

In terms of status, he was already second only to the Minister of Defense and the Chief of the Army General Staff in the entire military system. Even the commanders of the Capital Police Department and the Special Operations Department had to give this military police inspector face.

In terms of development prospects, Raidinoz was almost the designated next Chief of the Army General Staff, Claude's successor.

Such a figure seemed to have no reason to risk breaking with Claude to develop such a secret organization in the army.

Raidinoz poured Roman a cup of tea, and the latter accepted it with trepidation, while a sense of unreality couldn't help but surface in his heart—

For the dignified Butcher to pour tea for himself, probably no one would dare to believe it if it were spread out.

Raidinoz's voice sounded gently:

“I am very happy to see you come. You are the fastest-progressing and most promising person after the tenth class of the Military Academy.

Of course, there is the support of the background behind you, but it is also inseparable from your personal ability and quality.”

Roman immediately said solemnly:

“It's mainly thanks to the care and cultivation of Inspector-General and all the chiefs!”

Raidinoz waved his hand slightly:

“You must be very surprised to see me here.”

Roman showed hesitation, then nodded slowly:

“Sir, I really didn't expect that the Chairman of the Dawn Society would be you.”

Raidinoz stared at Roman for a long time, then slowly opened his mouth and said a secret that made the latter incomparably horrified:

“Sir Lyon… he is my best friend!”

Sir Lyon!

Perhaps outsiders would not be touched by hearing this name, but as soldiers of Silverfrost, especially officers from civilian backgrounds like General Roman, would feel a sense of heartfelt respect from the depths of their hearts upon hearing this name.

Sir Lyon was born into a prominent Silverfrost noble family. His ancestors had once held the highest positions of Silverfrost Grand Marshal and Minister of Defense. He was a veritable military family, a privileged class.

He grew up in wealth and enjoyed glory and wealth. However, unlike most pampered and arrogant children of the privileged class, Sir Lyon witnessed the difficulties faced by lower-level officers and soldiers during his experience in the army and was deeply shocked.

After graduating from military academy, he gave up the position of Deputy Captain of the Grand Duke's Guard, which his family had arranged for him, and took the initiative to request to be dispatched to a field army as a grassroots company commander, fighting alongside the soldiers.

During his tenure in the field army, Sir Lyon often used his own money to help impoverished soldiers. He also spoke out for lower-ranking soldiers whose merits were usurped by superiors. With his help and guidance, a large number of soldiers from common backgrounds rose to leadership positions.

Sir Lyon enjoyed extremely high prestige throughout the Silverfrost army.

He had risen from the very bottom as a company commander all the way to the position of First Military Region Commander, overseeing the five largest field armies in Silverfrost.

Having witnessed the extravagant lives of the nobles and the severe inequality in the distribution of military logistics resources, he ruthlessly cracked down on the nobles after taking office, rectifying the army's discipline and reallocating resources with ruthless methods.

That period could be said to be the most prosperous and thriving time in the entire Silverfrost Duchy's military.

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Unfortunately, the good times didn't last long. Although Sir Lyon's actions brought benefits to a group of grassroots commanders and soldiers, they stirred up a hornet's nest among those nobles.

Those nobles whose interests were touched began to deal with him in concert. At first, Sir Lyon was able to maneuver by relying on his own family power and status.

However, as Viscount Claude took office as Chief of the Army General Staff, the situation gradually deteriorated.

With Viscount Claude's sister constantly whispering in the Grand Duke of Silverfrost's ear day and night, the Grand Duke ultimately adopted the opinion of most people and dismissed Sir Lyon from his post.

Having lost his position and power, Sir Lyon was soon framed for plotting a rebellion and had no choice but to retire in disgrace, ending his military career prematurely. He passed away from illness not long after.

If Roman remembered correctly, the one who handled Sir Lyon's case at the time seemed to be Redinoz, then serving as the Deputy Director of the Army Headquarters Military Police.

It was precisely with this pledge of allegiance that Redinoz officially became a confidant of Viscount Claude, the Chief of the Army General Staff. Soon after, with Claude's help and guidance, he was promoted to Director of the Army Military Police.

The memories in Roman's mind came to an abrupt end as Redinoz's voice rang out:

"Lyon was the founder and chairman of the Dawn Society. I am merely taking over his cause and continuing it.

Lyon already knew his end was near. He told me that his biggest regret was not learning to lie low and offending too many people.

He wanted me to inherit his cause, use him as a bargaining chip to show goodwill and allegiance to Claude, lie dormant by Claude's side, and wait to collect evidence of his crimes to deliver a critical blow."

Speaking of this, Redinoz's face showed a hint of despondency and sorrow as he shook his head and said:

"I originally thought that I had collected enough detailed and powerful evidence to bring down Claude.

That's why I secretly sent several key members of the Dawn Society to expose Claude's crimes to His Highness, but I didn't expect..."

The Grand Duke of Silverfrost's attitude of strongly protecting Viscount Claude filled Redinoz with endless despair. His actions had also increased the risk of exposure, and Claude could find out that he was the mastermind behind everything at any time.

A trace of ruthlessness surfaced on Redinoz's face, his knife-like gaze piercing straight at Roman as he said in a low voice:

"You should already understand my attitude. What do you think, General Roman!"

Roman didn't hesitate for even a second and replied in a deep voice:

"His Royal Highness the Grand Duke has been completely bewitched by Claude.

As soldiers of Silverfrost, we have the obligation and responsibility to make His Highness see clearly who is the loyal subject of Silverfrost!"

Roman's clear-cut statement surprised and delighted Redinoz.

Roman's position was very important, not only did he control one of the few "conventional" armies in the entire country, but he also had the support of a large financial group from the Kingdom of Ceylon behind him.

With Roman's help, his chances of a successful uprising would be greater, and at the very least, he would have a way to retreat to the Kingdom of Ceylon.

Redinoz restrained his emotions and quickly expressed his thoughts to Roman—a military remonstrance.

Gathering most of the senior members of the military to advise His Highness the Grand Duke, requesting His Highness to dismiss Viscount Claude. Redinoz had already prepared to secretly contact Prime Minister Faria, who also deeply abhorred Claude's actions.

However, all of this still required detailed planning. They had to first make the Grand Duke feel the pressure, and that pressure was to take over the defense forces of the entire Grand Ducal Palace and capital.

Faced with Redinoz's proposal, Roman remained silent for a long time before slowly opening his mouth:

"General, do you still harbor illusions about our Grand Duke?"

Roman's words immediately stunned Redinoz for a moment, and a deep, eerie emotion filled the depths of his eyes. The atmosphere inside the private room suddenly became tense.

Redinoz suddenly felt that he had always underestimated this young regimental commander.

Roman pretended not to see Redinoz's gaze and expression, and his tone became much stricter and colder:

"General, I have a better plan... Exterminate the vermin, shoot down the sun!"

Redinoz's expression froze. After a brief silence, he said with a complicated tone:

"You young people are indeed bold and daring!"

At this moment, Roman exuded an aura that even the one nicknamed "General Butcher" was somewhat wary and frightened of.

Following a lord who could speak with the gods on equal terms and suppress the two great empires, his horizons and mentality had undergone earth-shattering changes.

Roman's voice carried a chilling coldness, and the words he spoke were utterly treasonous:

"General, five hundred years ago, the Grand Duke of Silverfrost was just a small military officer!

General, history is now in your hands!"

A look of confusion floated in Redinoz's eyes. He had taken the initiative to show himself today, originally wanting to persuade Roman to join his camp and remonstrate with the Grand Duke of Silverfrost.

How did it turn out that he was being persuaded by the other party to directly launch a military coup?

The atmosphere in the private room became unusually complex.

After a long while, Redinoz finally opened his mouth and asked:

"Is this the meaning of the Kingdom of Ceylon?"

Roman could have the courage and confidence to launch a military coup, and Redinoz could only think that he had the support and endorsement of the Kingdom of Ceylon behind him.

Roman shook his head and replied in a deep voice:

"It has nothing to do with the Kingdom of Ceylon, but there is indeed someone supporting me behind the scenes, and this person is countless times more powerful than the Kingdom of Ceylon!"

Redinoz was taken aback. If he hadn't carefully investigated Roman's character, he would have definitely thought that the other party was talking nonsense. Countless times more powerful than a kingdom, could it be that the other party's backer was one of the five great empires?

How is that possible?

How could the five great empires, high above and entrenched in the clouds, care about the change of power in a small duchy!

Redinoz was mistaken. In the past, the five great empires and similar powerful organizations would not have had any designs on small countries like the Silverfrost Duchy.

Silverfrost did have rare energy minerals, but in the eyes of the five great empires, it was not worth tarnishing their image for these things.

However, all of this would change a few years later.

When the War of the Myriad Kingdoms began, all energy minerals would immediately become scarce and hot resources, and small countries with these resources would undoubtedly become the fat meat in the eyes of those great powers.

In fact, in the previous life's game progress, the Silverfrost Duchy was destroyed by the Western Regions Empire next to it not long after the War of the Myriad Kingdoms began.

This was also the true purpose of Cohen's painstaking efforts to take over the Silverfrost Duchy without attracting the attention of most people.

Looking at General Roman's determined expression, Redinoz also fell into hesitation.

In his opinion, as long as Viscount Claude was dealt with, there was no need to plunge the Silverfrost Duchy into a sea of ​​war.

But Roman's meaning was obviously to bring down even the Grand Duke of Silverfrost, which was tantamount to treason, and this decision was really too difficult to make.

Faced with the hesitant Redinoz, Roman narrowed his eyes and said in a low voice:

"General, do you know the specific details of Prime Minister Faria's activities in the Western Regions Empire this time?

Is the Western Regions Empire willing to mediate the relationship between us and Effie?"

Redinoz's expression froze slightly, and he said:

"According to Prime Minister Faria, it seems that the Western Regions Empire has agreed."

Roman chuckled lightly:

"General, I have a piece of news here that I'm afraid will disappoint you greatly."

Redinoz's expression tightened. Roman's brother-in-law was a top tycoon of the Kingdom of Ceylon and had deep ties with the royal family of the Kingdom of Ceylon. His news would indeed be more well-informed than the Silverfrost government.

Roman said in a low voice:

"General, according to my understanding, the Western Regions Empire will not only not mediate the relationship between us and Effie, but will even submit a proposal to the Northwest Alliance and the Charter Treaty Organization to allow Effie to legally send troops!"

Roman's news was like a thunderbolt hitting Redinoz's ears, causing him to change color in horror.

As a senior figure in the Silverfrost military, he was more aware of what happened in Florence not long ago than most military officers, and he had a deep understanding of Effie's true military strength.

He was 100% sure that if the two countries went to war, the Silverfrost Duchy would not be able to hold on for even a day!

Despair floated in Redinoz's eyes. The country was on the verge of destruction. At this time, what was the point of struggling with whether it was a military remonstrance or a coup?

No, Redinoz suddenly woke up, his brows furrowed deeply.

If Roman's news was true, then his best choice at this moment would be to lead his entire family back to the Kingdom of Ceylon and rely on his brother-in-law. Why would he still stay here to plan a coup?

Unless he was confident that he could avoid the bloody revenge from Effie after the coup!

And the one who could give Roman this confidence must be the person behind him who was countless times more powerful than the Kingdom of Ceylon!

A gleam of light suddenly burst out in Redinoz's eyes, and he said in a deep voice:

"I want to meet and talk with the person behind you!"

Hearing that Redinoz had finally relented, Roman couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief. He solemnly gave a military salute, and his tone became much gentler:

"General, I am very happy to be able to continue fighting side by side with you!

I believe that Silverfrost will definitely become great again in our hands!"