"I think this needs to be carefully considered." Roland looked up at his father with a solemn expression, "If we can't take Philip into our own hands as soon as possible, then this person is likely to succumb to Krautz and become a political weapon in the hands of the latter." ”

Rudolph always treats his son's opinions differently, not to mention that he himself is not lacking in political wisdom, and his son woke up to the stakes with a slight hint, and couldn't help but change his face: "This is indeed a hidden danger, what are your plans?" ”

Roland read the killing intent in his father's eyes and shook his head slightly: "Philip is indeed very troublesome, but it is more beneficial for us to live alive than to die in the Fort of Atonement for no reason, otherwise someone will definitely use this matter to accuse us of assassinating Philip in the future, judging from the current situation, I suggest sneaking into the city to rescue him." ”

Rudolph lit his pipe and smoked silently, and after a long time he made a decision: "This matter cannot be delayed, and action must be taken tonight!" Most of the vigilantes in the city were sympathizers of the revolution, and Colonel Campo was their leader, who would try to open the gates of the city and cooperate with our troops in the capture of the Fort of Atonement; In the meantime, we're also going to have to form a special operations squad to infiltrate the city to rescue Philip, Roland, what do you think? ”

Roland stood up and saluted his father, and said solemnly: "I completely agree with your arrangement, and in addition, please leave the task of rescuing Philip to me." ”

Rudolph's face stiffened slightly. Of course, he didn't want his son to go to the danger in person, but Roland had already made a request in public, and he couldn't refuse, otherwise wouldn't it seem favoritism.

"I can leave it to you, but be careful." Rudolph was still not at ease, and said to Master Merlin, "You go with Roland, so I can rest assured." ”

The old mage nodded, "Your Excellency, please rest assured, I guarantee that nothing will happen to Roland." ”

Lyudmila pretended not to notice her mother's threatening eyes, and couldn't wait to raise her hand: "And me, count me in!" ”

Roland patted his girlfriend on the shoulder and chuckled: "Don't worry, we are old partners, and no one can miss you without you." ”

Rudolph and Evgenia looked at each other and smiled a little helplessly.

"It is said that Philip is imprisoned in the temple dungeon, which is the most heavily defended part of the city, and the slightest movement will alert Krautz, and it is best to bring more men just in case." Pastor Boris was uneasy to persuade Roland.

Contrary to everyone's expectations, Roland, who has always given the impression of "young and vigorous", accepted the advice of Pastor Boris, "You are right, it is not wrong to bring more men, in addition to Mira and Teacher Merlin, I plan to bring one hundred and ninety-nine grenadiers into the city with me." ”

Hearing this, everyone in the audience couldn't help but look at each other, not to mention why Roland emphasized the overly precise number of "one hundred and ninety-nine", and what was even more puzzling was how he wanted to bring these two whole companies of grenadiers into the heavily defended Great Temple.

Facing everyone's puzzled gazes, Roland smiled mysteriously, and then took out a golden scepter from the storage bag.

……

On a summer afternoon, the "Fort of Atonement", the capital of the Far Eastern provinces, lies naked in the scorching sun like a beggar covered in abscesses: the streets are crowded with chaotic shops, and the undulating roofs are paved with gray tiles or simply brushed with a layer of asphalt, which has melted in the sun in this steamer-like season, like dirty patches; The stone pavement of disrepair was crisscrossed with cracks, and the carriage jolted like beans in a wok as it passed; The drains on both sides of the street have long been blocked, and sewage is spilling along the cracks in the pavement, emitting a disgusting stench.

Even in this dirty, messy and smelly city, there are actually eye-catching buildings, such as the "Friendly House" located near the city gate, which has been expanded several times to become the largest hotel in the entire Far East, and the castle-like grand main building is unforgettable for travelers, but the usual guest-filled hotel is now deserted, with sealed doors and only two patrolmen dozing in the shade of the trees listening to the cicadas in the flowery courtyard.

At this moment, a man in a blue uniform hurried into the courtyard and coughed heavily as he passed by the shade of a tree. The two sleepy-eyed patrolmen seemed to have woken up from their dreams and hurriedly jumped up to salute the man.

"Major Chubais, why are you here......" a patrolman asked boldly.

Major Chubais glared at him fiercely: "Why am I here to report to you?" ”

The patrolman was so frightened that he quickly shrank his head, not daring to say more.

Ignoring them, Chubais walked straight to the door of the inn, tore off the seal, and pushed the door open.

"Mr. Major, please wait!" Another patrolman stubbornly came over to stop him, "The seizure of this inn was ordered by Lieutenant Colonel Erwin himself, and it will be very difficult for us to do so. ”

Chubais turned his head to look at him, and suddenly asked, "Who in our vigilante corps has the final say, is it that Erwin or Colonel Kemp?" ”

The patrolman swallowed his spit and replied quickly: "Colonel Kemp, of course!" "Chubais is Kamp's number one cronie, and this multiple-choice question is not difficult to do.

Chubais took out a note from his pocket and shook it at him, "This is the colonel's order, let me come here to search for some important clues, if you have any problems, go to the colonel to report, of course, if you think that some people's thighs are thicker, you can also try to hug them, but the sky in this city is said to change, and you don't regret it when you settle old accounts in the future." ”

"No, there is no need to report to the superiors, it is enough to have the colonel's hand!" The patrol officer said in a cold sweat.

"It's good to understand." Chubais sneered, turned and walked through the door.

The two patrolmen stood tall and gasped for breath as they watched Chubais walk away.

"Brother, what do you mean by what Chubais just said, let's just let him in...... If Lieutenant Colonel Erwin tracks it down, it will be a problem. The older patrolman said worriedly.

"Didn't you read the flyer? Last night the Knights fought a battle outside the city, and Klautz's men were defeated, and many knights died, even the deputy commander Junius was killed, and Elwin's guy was most likely wounded, so he didn't care about us. The young patrolman said disdainfully.

"I didn't see any leaflets, but yesterday there was a constant sound of artillery outside the city, and it didn't subside until dawn, and if it is true, as you say, that the Klautz Knights were defeated by General Rudolph's men, the Fort of Atonement may not be able to hold it."

"That's why Chubais said, 'It's going to change', and when General Rudolph enters the city, will Klautz's gang still have a good end? We also have to keep our eyes open and find the right direction, but don't be stupid and follow Klautz's party to the death! The young patrolman warned his partner.