"What? Let our Olympus squadron send fifty people to participate in what kind of bullshit 'Operation North Wind'? Youma, which pig's brain came up with this idea? Isn't this a clear intention to gnaw at our brothers? A few days later, when a secret order from the upper echelons of the mage regiment was conveyed to Moriarty and secretly conveyed to the officers of the squadron, the young Zhuang faction led by Guderian exploded.

"Your Excellency, there is no doubt about the strategic significance of Operation North Wind, but the risks involved are also extremely high. Is it too difficult for Olympus to take on such a heavy responsibility? ”

For the first time, White did not directly suppress the "rebellion" of the silverbearded dwarves, but also subtextively sided with Guderian; Obviously, this battle order, which was like a death notice, made even the deputy squadron leader who paid the most attention to orders and prohibitions hairy.

"The order was given to me in person by His Excellency Depra, and it is irrevocable." Moriarty pressed his hand, allowing the officers to calm down before speaking in a deep voice.

"Then, it seems that the City Lord's Mansion must have taken out some heavy bargaining chips in exchange for a compromise from the upper echelons of the Azure Mage Regiment." At this moment, Clausewitz suddenly gently took off the small round hat on his head and rubbed it with a small linen handkerchief, and said slowly.

"Yes." Moriarty looked at the old werewolf and nodded.

There is no doubt that in order to obtain the approval of the Grand Arcanist of Figaro, and agree to pull out half of the only strong escort squadron on hand to become a death squad, Lady Cold Spring must give a high price in compensation. Otherwise, without Dean Hockenheim opening his mouth, Depra would have enough reasons and excuses to refuse such an impudent request from the Azurite Legion.

"I don't know the details of the more secret agreement, but at least the City Lord's Mansion has agreed to give Hockenheim an additional public establishment of a magical golem company in addition to the Olympus squadron. Once the North-South War ended, it could be formally formed. "This news was personally stated by the high-level mage Depra, so there is no doubt about it.

"Magic Golem Company? Could it be that Hockenheim is also planning to get a bunch of iron fists of war out? White asked immediately.

"It doesn't have to be a golem, it could be a gargoyle." Moriarty shook his head, signaling that he didn't know the details: "After all, it is necessary to reproduce and mass-produce the full version of the Steel Golem. It's not an easy task. ”

"I'm noisy! For a bullshit puppet company. The mage group sold us. Is Olympus really a coolie camp?! Hearing this, Guderian scolded again.

"What about us? What kind of compensation is there for the Olympus squadron? Clausewitz stopped what he was doing and asked in a deep voice: "Since the Allied high-ranking forces sincerely hope to destroy the rear manufacturing workshop of the goblin airship through Operation Guò North Wind, then the commando members must be willing to die bravely." Otherwise, it will only backfire if you force the hardliners to drive people into the battlefield. ”

"Not bad. At the same time that Master Depra conveyed the order of Operation North Wind, he also gave a reward for Olympus. Including the Hockenheim side. and the Lord's Mansion. Moriarty sighed softly and said.

"Oh? What did they pay for their lives? The silverbearded dwarf blew his beard disdainfully.

"Permanent tax exemption for Earth Studios; a Level 4 Spell Learning Scroll; After the war, the Olympus Squadron could be privatized and become the exclusive guard of EarthStudios, but the City Lord's Mansion and Hockenheim Academy still bear half of the supplies and salaries. Without the slightest concealment, Moriarty bluntly laid out to the officers the possible chips he had received.

"It's... It's not too low! ”

Although I don't want to admit it. But when he heard the compensation for Olympus given by the upper echelons, even Guderian had to admit that it was a rich anomaly. Speaking of the permanent tax exemption alone, with the current annual output of the earth's work, this alone may be the amount of tens of thousands of bracada gold coins in a year; And the meaning of a fourth-level spell scroll for a mage, even ordinary people understand how difficult it is to resist the temptation; And the most exaggerated thing is that the Olympus squadron's private-owned license is simply a pie-in-the-sky adventure. You must know that in the current Blue Crystal City, only the city lord himself and the two bigwig generals of the city defense army have the qualifications of private guards. Even the Grand Arcanist Figaro. It is also not possible to have an openly staffed guard. Of course. Because Olympus needs to send its elite to carry out Operation North Wind right now, and the war is far from over. So wait until the end of the civil war - . It is not a matter of saying that there are still a few soldiers left in Olympus.

However, taken together, the three compensation agreements that Moriarty got really hit the key point of the squadron leader himself. If you are an ordinary commander and exchange half of your lives for such conditions, few people should hesitate.

"Morty, what do you think?" There was silence in the conference room for a long time, and finally Margaret broke the silence and asked directly.

"I will personally lead the team in this operation. As for the other participants, they will be selected through the guò voluntary registration method. Moriarty did not hesitate and immediately revealed the case he had already decided.

"Are you crazy? That's impossible! Hockenheim couldn't have let you go into such a dangerous combat operation. Receiving such feedback, the werewolf immediately shouted angrily.

"Yes, no ruler in his right mind would allow a promising alchemist in his faction to act as a dead man. This is not only an extreme waste, but also a sensational crime. On the side, the old werewolf also said coldly.

"Moti, the price given by the City Lord's Mansion and the Academy this time is not low. Let me go, take the ironclad infantry and a handful of crossbowmen, it should be enough to complete the mission. At this time, White suddenly took a step forward and said in a resolute tone.

"Well, you don't need to say more, my will is unshakable. After all, I'm not yet a cold-blooded commander who lives by drinking soldier-blood. He looked around at everyone until his gaze was so overwhelming that no one dared to say anything before Moriarty spoke again.

"You're really..."Looking at Moriarty's young but majestic face, White and the others wanted to say something, but they couldn't open their mouths after all.

"Okay. Now that you have decided, we will resolutely carry out your will. And as the vice-captain and follower of the mage, I will advance and retreat with you both in public and private. Without further ado, White was the first to say.

"I'm a man! White, you rob me of my lines! If you go to make trouble for the 'little greenskin's hometown, how can you miss Moradin! Guderian jumped up the second.

"Your Excellency, 'gunfire' is always a sharp blade in your hands." Gustav, who was mostly silent in the usual military meetings, immediately gave a formal military salute to Moriarty.

"Beamon has never been a coward who retreats without a fight, Your Excellency." Margaret seemed to be a little ashamed of her last speech, and couldn't help but grit her teeth and say, "Please allow the Wolf Rider Company to be the vanguard of this operation!" ”

Seeing that all the officers expressed their willingness to participate in the northern operation with him, to carry out this dangerous mission like dancing with the Grim Reaper, Moriarty's heart was not only moved, but also ashamed. Because no matter how you look at it, it is also necessary to fight for your life from life to death, but it is Moriarty himself who earns the most benefits. If White and Guderian still have a certain obligation to go on adventures with them as followers of mages, then Margaret's initiative to accompany them is more out of righteousness, bravery, or some other emotion.

"Your Excellency, I request that from now on, an all-round tactical deduction and corresponding operational drills for Operation North Wind will be immediately launched. At the same time, we have to find one or more different retreat routes in addition to sea transportation. Only in this way can the Olympus squadron be guaranteed the maximum probability of surviving from the battlefield. In contrast to the positive statements of the young officers, Clausewitz has already begun to work on a concrete plan of action.

"Thank you, everyone!" Moriarty took a deep breath, slowly suppressed the excitement in his chest, and then saluted everyone with a standard salute: "... As your commander... I'm so proud! Olympus, 10,000 wins! ”

"Olympus, Wan Sheng!" Shouting, the officers also saluted each other.

Because of the top-secret nature of Operation Northwind, the next preparations for the battle of Olympus were carried out in a completely closed state. And when Moriarty reported the final list of personnel to the Azure Mage, there was no doubt that he was met with strong opposition and encouragement from Master Depra.

Just kidding, even if Operation North Wind is ten times more important, it is never worth exchanging Hockenheim's Future Star. To be honest, in Depra's original considerations, he was actually not disgusted with exchanging half or even half of the Olympus squadron for the establishment of a new magical puppet company under the academy and seeking a considerable amount of personal benefits for Moriarty personally. Because in the eyes of high-level mages, the so-called power or guards are nothing more than things outside the body for real mage professionals. What really deserves to care about is the magic itself.

But now, Moriarty is so naïve that he wants to play some "leading soldiers", which really hurts the old man's heart. And for some reason, this time Moriarty's attitude was very resolute. Even Depra forced him with his identity, but he couldn't force him to turn back. In the end, he had to report the list to Dean Hockenheim.

However, to his complete surprise, Figaro actually agreed to Moriarty's request. And for such feedback, Depra was truly speechless. He had to sit back and watch Moriarty continue his madness.

However, the high-level mage was so angry that he couldn't speak, but it didn't mean that everyone else would sink too.

I don't know where I got the gossip, one dark and windy night, the three Naga brothers actually sneaked into Moriati's military tent and lodged a solemn protest and solemn negotiations with the other party. (To be continued.) )