Agatha looked at the man beside her and realized that he was standing at an unreachable distance just when she thought she could see him clearly.

Fight for the right to define civilization in this new era!

Agatha smiled helplessly: "I just want the empire to survive the many crises in front of me." The war you described, I think it's out of reach, maybe when it did, you and I would have been gone. ”

Luke withdrew his gaze from the empty night, turned to Agatha and said, "It's coming faster than you think, even faster than I expected." You can't hide from the responsibilities given to you by the empire: you can't hide from the responsibilities given to you by the times. ”

Agatha looked back at Luke, met their eyes, and asked very seriously: "What is the responsibility given to you by the times?" ”

Luke couldn't help laughing: "It's really hard for me to answer this question. Anyway, what I just did, for the Empire's forward train, I stepped the acceleration again, and our Emperor His Majesty removed the brakes.

I can jump out of the car at any time, as for you......"

Agatha nervously asked, "What did you talk about to your father, and why did his attitude towards you change so dramatically?" ”

"All said, I give him hope for more power. Want to know what? You can ask him and see if he will tell you. Luke walked down the hallway: "It's late at night, go back to sleep." Tomorrow when the palace falls, we will prepare for the mission to the West. ”

Agatha was irritated by curiosity, and was made angry by Luke's attitude at this time, she chased after her and said dissatisfiedly: "Hey, I was kind enough to save you, is this how you repay me?" ”

"Did I ask you to save me? Last night, I said I'd be fine. Today, you recklessly broke into the dinner party, not only did not help me, but caused me to accompany you to the Western Frontier.

In that hellish place, when you open your mouth, you will pour a mouthful of sand first. How can I go back to Angry Waves City, blowing the sea breeze and drinking wine comfortably! ”

"Are you blaming me?"

"I don't blame you, do you want to blame me?"

"You ......"

The next day, Princess Dale's coming-of-age celebration ended with a three-day tour of the palace. The floating palace slowly descended under the gaze of the whole city's citizens, and after the space wall was closed, it turned into a static palace complex.

On behalf of the Emperor, Empress Christina blessed every young man who came to the celebration and gave many rewards.

The most rewarding is of course the Governor of Meteor.

The word "Dai" was removed, and Luke officially became the first governor of the new Angry Waves City, and all the royal military units in the Angry Waves City were transferred to the direct jurisdiction of the Governor.

The Emperor approved the merger of six cities into the city of the Furious Waves, doubling the size of the new Angry Waves.

Awarded Meteorite the title of Viscount of the Empire.

Appointed Meteorite as the deputy envoy of the Empire's Western Tour, and followed the eldest princess Agatha on a visit to the western frontier of the Empire.

……

The absence of marriage in a series of conferrals and appointments came as a surprise to many. In the palace, Dale and the meteorite actively interacted, but in the eyes of many people, Augustine the Great has always had the idea of marriage. Therefore, everyone thinks that after Princess Daile holds the New Year's ceremony, it is logical to announce that the two are engaged by the way.

But in the entire list, there is no mention of Princess Daile, which can't help but arouse many people's speculation.

What if the meteorite is no longer favored?

And how to explain the generosity of the gift.

The difference between the acting governor and the governor is just to correct the name of the meteorite again, and it is not clear that the attitude of the emperor can be seen. can be given the title of viscount, which is enough for many people to be sour.

You must know that Gabriel, as the head of the Empire, is only a lord. Since the empire has vigorously reused the new nobility and attacked the old nobility, it has not given a hereditary nobleman for more than ten years.

Since a secret meeting with Augustine the Great, the Emperor has skipped the baronial title in favor of the viscount, which is not undeniable.

What exactly did they talk about?

Everyone is curious, but there is no accurate information from any information channel.

Jomington took the instructions of Gabriel's first assistant and went to the secret service of the secret intelligence agency to find out the news.

"Lord Governor, Lord Gabriel has asked me to congratulate you on your appointment on his behalf. He said that the Cabinet would fully cooperate with the expansion of Angry Waves City and live up to His Majesty's trust. ”

At this time, Luke was explaining to Karina that he was going to the West, and when he saw Jomington visiting, he sat down across from him.

"Please express my gratitude to Lord Gabriel on my behalf. I will soon be on a mission to the western frontier with Her Royal Highness the Eldest Princess, and the expansion of Angry Waves relies heavily on the collaboration of the Cabinet and the Council of Angry Waves. Luke waved Karina out, and then continued to Jomington, "How much do you know about the situation in the western frontier of the empire?" ”

Jomington thinks that Luke is unfamiliar with the situation in the West, and asks himself if he is preparing for a mission to the West.

So he replied: "During my time as the first assistant staff, I studied the history, geography, and humanities of the Western Frontier.

The area that the empire can control in the west is now called the Crescent Oasis, and the main force of the empire's western legion commanded by the second prince is stationed in Crescent City. Further west was the Great Western Frontier, which was not accessible by rail, and the empire had only nominal dominion.

The ethnic relations in the West are complex, and they can be roughly divided into aristocratic and barbarian groups.

The noble lords act as a barrier between the empire and the barbarians, and have a very high degree of autonomy. Fights, divisions, and annexations between noble lords were serious, and even the original family of the title had been replaced many times by other surnames. ”

At this time, Luke asked, "Talk to me about the Ould family." ”

"The current patriarch of the Ould family is Count Clement Ould, who has the title of Count of Shahule. Located on the Halfu side of the Halmutu Basin near the Empire, the Ould family territory is an oasis of abundant water and grass, which naturally attracts a lot of looting.

Nearly thirty-five years ago, Ould, who had just succeeded to the earldom, was subjected to a rebellion in his domain, and he was exiled to the barbarian region to fend for himself. However, he persuaded some of the barbarian tribes of the Harmutu Basin to send troops and help him regain the territory.

The Harvest Festival began as a celebration for Count Ould to thank the barbarians who had helped him, during which both sides would trade their own items.

After a long time, the nobles and barbarians of the entire Harmutu basin participated. Over the years, the Harvest Festival has become a recognized event throughout the West, and many distant tribes and nobles have organized caravans to Count Ould's territory early.

It was also the time when sand thieves and bandits were at their most rampant. ”

Luke said: "It also allowed Earl Ould to accumulate a great deal of wealth and influence. ”

Jomington replied, "Yes!" Count Ould was very good at dealing with barbarians, which is why he got his name as Count Foxboard.

This time, the Governor accompanied Her Royal Highness the eldest princess on her mission to the western realm, and she will definitely go to the territory of the Ould family, and the attitude of Count Ould towards the empire is very crucial. ”

Luke suddenly asked at this time, "I want you to accompany me and the eldest princess to the West, are you willing?" ”

Jomington was shocked by the sudden invitation: "Lord Governor, why did you choose me?" ”

"You've done a good job as the commissioner of the office of Angry Waves in St. Lun City, but according to your ability, you are too big and too much to use.

These hours of work should help you figure out something. It's all for the sake of the empire, and the contradiction between me and Gabriel Shousuke has also been resolved, and whether to work for me or not depends mainly on your wishes.

There is no shortage of people like you, and there is not much room for you to rise, and I am just getting started.

As the Governor of Raging Waves, I need a Chief of Staff to put my staff together. This trip to the western frontier of the empire is a test for you. I've already given you the opportunity, and if you miss it, it's someone else's. ”

Luke again recruited Jomington.

There is a limit to the amount of work a person can handle on a day-to-day basis, and he now needs to have a staff team that can spread out most of the work.

Jomington used to be the chief of staff of the Empire, and he could be used directly by digging him up.

This time, Jomington did not directly refuse, but fell into thought.

In the workplace of the Imperial Court, job-hopping is a very taboo thing, not to mention that it is the Empire's first assistant who has offended by taking refuge in the Falling Star.

This is also the reason why Jomington has not agreed to Luke's repeated solicitations.

Now the situation is markedly different.

During his tenure as commissioner of the Raging Waves office in St. Lun, Jomington was most aware of the terrifying economic influence that was erupting in the city.

As long as the city is stable, it is a sure fact that the center of gravity of the empire's economy will continue to shift significantly to the city in the future.

And the stability of Angry Waves City depends more on the attitude of the Emperor.

Today...... The Emperor's attitude towards Raging Waves and the Meteorite is very clear.

The official position and title were given to the fullest, which helped all those who were still hesitant to enter the field of Angry Waves City to make up their minds.

The train that was rushing forward in Angry Waves City was accelerated to the end by the Emperor. It's slow to get on the bus, but there's no place.

For Jomington at the moment.

There is now a best and superlative seat reserved by the Governor of Meteorite, and you can get it with a nod of your head.

If you miss it, you will probably only get a standing ticket.

As for Shousuke's side......

As the Governor said, it is difficult to reinstate officials.

What's more, according to the age and ability of the Governor of the Falling Star, he will definitely be the first assistant of the empire in ten years, and he is also in the best age, so he may not be able to have a place in the cabinet.

After much deliberation, Jomington stood up and saluted Luke, "Thank you Lord Governor for your favor and trust, Vogt Jomington is willing to serve you.

I will be able to explain this to Lord Gabriel when I get back, and I am sure that Lord Shousuke will be glad that I have received your appreciation. ”

Jomington came in, and Luke suddenly felt relieved. The huge workload makes me feel more difficult than 996. In the future, with the staff group, you only need to grasp the general direction.

Finally able to be like the legendary domineering president...... Enjoy life.

"That's what smart people are. Go back and recommend a commissioner in your office, and I'll get a letter of appointment from the Angry Waves City Government Office.

You get ready, and you'll be on duty tomorrow. ”

"Yes, Lord Governor." Jomington saluted again, and then asked, "I have come to meet with Lord Shoufu on this occasion to ask the Governor what you talked about with Your Majesty at the dinner yesterday?" ”

Luke thought for a moment and replied to Jomington, "This is your last errand for Lord Shousuke, and I should have let you go home with a full load, but......

Reply to Shousuke-sama like this.

What I am talking to Your Majesty is about my policy agenda for a long time to come. The main purpose is to build an imperial coastal economic belt with the city of angry waves as the core, serving the national strategy of the empire to survive the crisis.

There is no conflict with the fact that Shousuke-sama is now in power, and it will have nothing to do with it when Shousuke-sama leaves office. ”

Jomington understood.

It's your current cabinet that doesn't care about the next one.

"Lord Governor, I know how to reply to Lord Shousuke. Goodbye, I'll take care of everything and come to work tomorrow. ”

"Go to Karina next door to register first, and the special treatment I set for you is there. Work well for me, and the future is bright. ”

"Thank you, Lord Governor!"

Luke watched Jomington leave, pleased that he was still calm.

He's a man who does big things.

Jomington did do as Luke had expected, and after the next day, he took over the work in an orderly manner. He relied on his connections in the court to collect a large amount of information related to the Western Frontier. Analyze the personality of key personnel and develop contact and response plans.

The progress of the formation of the mission on the eldest princess's side is also very fast, and the advance team has already taken three groups to the Crescent City by train. In addition, there is a group of Imperial agents who travel to the Harmutu Basin under a disguised identity.

The Brotherhood of Blades has a lot of power in the West, and the chaotic environment gives the Brotherhood's Blades a very good training and combat space. On this visit to the West, the Duke of Celtic's mission will definitely arrange for the assassination of the assassins, which is a very big test for the Imperial agents.

……

The Halmutu Basin in the western part of the Golden Shield Empire is surrounded by sparsely vegetated mountain ranges, which shield the basin from wind and sand, and the most dense oasis belt in the entire western region is formed along several rivers that run through the basin.

Humans, orcs, sub-elves, goblins, dwarves, halflings, and many other transcendent beings live here, fighting for survival resources.

It can be said that the Halmutu Basin is a microcosm of the entire western frontier of the empire, and it is also a place that civilization has not covered. Lighting relied mainly on fire, and transportation relied mainly on horses, camels, and pack animals.

Of course, some people who have the means can still get the things of industrial civilization.

The Camp of Scorchwood is located on an important road from the desert to Harmutu, and all the industries in the camp are for travelers and merchants in and out of Harmutu.

Hamm's Tavern is located on the side of the main road, and it serves cheap liquor and unpalatable food, as well as some intelligence deals.

At noon, the tavern was full of resting travelers, drinking and talking about which unlucky man had encountered a sand thief, and there were no underwear left.

At this moment the door was pushed open, and the wind rushed in with the sand. Everyone skillfully used their hands to protect the wine glasses and food, and then to see who was coming.

Although the two men who came in were wearing smocks and covering their faces with hoods, everyone was aware of the ...... It's two women!

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