4. Aiden, who wants to reach the pinnacle of life
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It was as if the surrounding fog had suddenly been dispelled, and in just half a day, all the information from the upper echelons of Alterac from the royal family to the military officers had been placed in front of Arthas. At the same time, a long list of instructions were attached to the back of each person, and those who could play a role in this operation were sorted out at the front and marked in red.
"Born as a commoner, but simply promoted to a high position, so he could not be convincing...... On the contrary, the nobles who married each other with the Pirenod family were more likely to be impressed. Varian, do you think this is a kind of black humor? β
"I just feel sad," Varian sighed, "and it turns out that nobles should be the ones who know honor and faith best, and the result is ......"
"Then use your own convictions to find the nobles who meet the requirements," Arthas said, "Now that the information is in hand, Varian, are you going to gather these forces, or are you going to play with me against the Pirenods?" β
"I hate this kind of thing, so I'll just protect you with this sword." "What are you going to do?" β
"Let me think about it...... If you enter the castle, you are obviously not allowed to carry weapons...... "is there anything that can be used as a weapon and will not be searched?" β
"Magic?"
"Good idea, but do you know magic?" Arthas asked a little amusedly, "Don't say it's you or me, the vast majority of people in this world don't know magic." β
Of course, Arthas, as the Lich King, still knows some necromancy, but wouldn't it be self-defeating to take out necromancy at this time of time? This shiny blonde Alsace is still reluctant!
"So what to do?"
"With the meager force of the two of us, even if we have any weapons, we still have to rely on the manor to support us," Arthas said, "Anyway, is there anything that can support us?" β
The member of the manor who had sent the information looked at Arthas, then pulled out a box from his bosom. Look at the box is about the size of the frame of the "photographic gesture", about two hands folded so thick, it seems to be made of iron to the touch, but it is much heavier than the same size of iron, with the strength of Alsace's current child, it is a little difficult to pick up.
"Uh, special bricks?"
ββ¦β¦ You'd better take a closer look," the man seemed to roll his eyes, "be careful, this thing is dangerous." β
"I see," Arthas found a button on the side of the box, and looking at the manor's eyes, he didn't rush to press it.
"This is a poison-quenched crossbow arrow, which is more cumbersome to install, so there are only three shots, and it is a disposable product," the man said, "It must be within ten steps, otherwise it may not be able to penetrate the inner armor." β
"Good thing," Arthas looked at the thing before putting it back in the man's hand, "but thanks, I'd better not use it." β
"Why?"
"Let the heir of one kingdom kill another nobleman with such a no-limit method?" Arthas sneered, "Don't be funny, I'm not stupid enough not to know the rules of the game." β
Although assassination is not uncommon in the fight between nobles, this kind of thing is done by the "lowly" retinue, and no nobleman, except in the battlefield and the gladiatorial arena, can kill another nobleman, otherwise he will be spurned by the nobles group.
Although it seems that this is obviously to set up a torii when it is done, but this is the so-called rules of the game, not that you can not abide by it if you don't look good. Although Azeroth didn't have the old saying, Arthas understood it.
"Besides, the paralysis of a country's center does not necessarily mean physical annihilation," Alsace said, "and it is okay, for example, to cut off internal and external ties directly." β
"But that would be too much trouble."
"Your actions can buy half a kingdom," Arthas said, "although the kingdom of Alterac is a little weaker, but half a kingdom is not worth your extra effort?" β
ββ¦β¦ Okay, then I'm going to go back and prepare. β
The people of the manor quietly retreated, but Arthas smiled and did not hold back.
"Won't that anger them?" Varian asked.
"How so? You know, we're behind the whole league! Arthas said, "An heir of Lordaeron, a master of Stormwind City, the two of them standing here, represent the attitude of the current alliance, if he dares to turn his face in this way, then this manor will not survive until now." β
"In other words, we actually borrowed the name of the Alliance?" Knowing that this operation was completely unauthorized, Varian suddenly realized, "How does this sound like a routine made out of nothing?" β
"That's the standard for making something out of nothing," Arthas grinned, "but we can't really leave everything to the manor, Varian, let's change our clothes, and this time, I'm going to play the main attack." β
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Aiden Pirenod has been distressed lately.
Originally, he was just one of the descendants of the great nobles after the collapse of the empire, holding the relatively marginal land of Steinbled in his hands. In the past, the ancestors of the family were semi-independent of the other kingdoms, and tried to curry favor with Dalaran, so that they gradually developed their influence and radiated their influence to the southern foothills of the Alterac Mountains.
So, taking advantage of the decline of Riptide Castle, he became king with the support of Dalaran and became the seventh kingdom in the alliance. Originally, as long as he continued to encroach on the land of Riptide Castle, gradually strengthened his control over the land of the south, and replaced Riptide Castle, he would be able to compete with Lordaeron and reach the pinnacle of life. However, who knew that when he was about to expand his power into the walls of Soladin, the damned orcs actually came.
"Damn Master Dalaran, I knew that these god-like guys were unreliable!"
Guardian Medivan, although he is not a member of Dalaran, but to trace the origin, he still has to return to the Tirisfa Council, in other words, the mage organization formed by Dalaran alone. This group of people who use magic have been excluded from the mainstream aristocracy, and now they have poked such a big basket......
"But it's useless to think about it now."
Azeroth was so powerful that it was also destroyed by the orcs overnight, and his so-called Alterac kingdom was probably not much stronger than ants in the eyes of the orcs. And even on the side of the Alliance, King Terenus is ambitious, and I am afraid that he wants to expand his sphere of influence to the south of the Alterac Mountains more than himself, and he may not be able to gain benefits at that time.
Obviously, the alliance and the tribe are mortal enemies, and he is unlucky to be caught between two behemoths, no matter which side moves, he will crush himself first.
"You have to find a way, Aiden, believe in yourself, you are the one who founded the kingdoms of Alterac, and the current alliance and horde are no different from the past, are they!"
Just as our King of Alterac was encouraging himself, all of a sudden, the sound of musical instruments came from outside the castle gates, and Aiden knew that it was the sound of a large conch that could only be found in Lordaeron, representing the nobility of the royal family of Lordaeron.
"At this time? Why ......"
Aiden was stunned for a moment, but years of experience as a speculator made him react quickly, and as quickly as possible, Aiden changed into his dress, prepared the marching band, and simply set up the throne room. When all that was done, Lordaeron's royal procession arrived at the door.
"Good morning, Uncle Aiden...... It wouldn't be too rude for me to call you that, would it? β
Perfectly in line with the posture of a nine-year-old child, it looks like a little ghost who is afraid of being blamed by his elders. In addition to inheriting the genes of the Minahir family and looking better, it is not any special than ordinary imps.
But even so, Aiden didn't dare to despise the little ghost in front of him. Because behind him is the kingdom of Lordaeron, an alliance that he cannot afford to offend.
"No problem, my dear Arthas," Aiden smiled as kindest as he thought he had, "I wonder what it was to come here in the heat of war?" β
"Father said he wanted me to come here and see Uncle Aiden's way of being among the top seven in the league with the Barren Lands," Arthas said, "and by the way, let me deliver a message." β
A message?
"That's right, ahem...... Arthas rubbed his throat, "After discussions between the Generalissimo and Bishop Alonsos, it was agreed that it was too harsh for the Alterac nation to take on the heavy responsibility of dealing with the orcs, so the kingdom would open the gates of refuge to the Alteracs, and would ensure the safety of all remnants. If Uncle Aiden also wants to take refuge, he can also find a territory in Northern Lordaeron to rest for a while. β
Hearing this, Aiden's heart chuckled, but he still asked, "Then what will happen here after I leave?" β
"Naturally, the kingdom's military forces will take over," Arthas said, "although I don't understand what's going on, but my father said that if Uncle Aiden is allowed to leave his army, he will not be at ease, so Uncle Aiden, an active soldier in Alterac, can take it with him, and the kingdom will take care of their supplies, so please rest assured Uncle Aiden." β
Don't worry! Leaving the place of Alterac, his three-inch strength can be used against a bird. Aiden Pirenor is the only one who can be a king in this cold and barren land! In other places, even a mere earl can hang himself up and beat him.
Looking at Arthas with an innocent and dazed face in front of him, even though he knew that such a poisonous plan must have come from the old guy Terenus, Aiden couldn't help but be angry in his heart, and evil was born to the side of his heart. Looking at Arthas, who was still dazed and naΓ―ve, Aiden suddenly smiled, and then said: "Then thank Your Highness Terenas for your kindness, but that's not anxious, I don't know if Your Highness is interested in taking a look at the unique snow-capped mountain yak of Alterac with me?" β
"Oh?" Arthas's eyes lit up, but he was visibly hesitant, "But my father won't let me touch the beast. β
"How can this work?" Aiden said with the appearance of an adult who spoils children, "Which of the nobles of our alliance does not rely on a sword and a sword to fight for a position, let alone contact with fierce beasts, even if they fight with them, they should be the nobles!" β
"Really? That's great! Arthas raised his hands and cheered, "My father always doesn't let me learn martial arts, so why don't Uncle Aiden teach me!" β
"Of course," Aiden's face showed a kind smile, "I'll teach you well, especially how to fight a highland yak......"
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I want to say that because my account is not bound to a mobile phone, Dianniang won't let me reply......
So I decided to be a quiet filler, and if I really had any questions, I would focus on answering them.