Chapter 369: A New Appointment
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After the court meeting, Shi Yan left Duke John, the Minister of State of War, alone. Pen & Fun & Pavilion www.biquge.info
Another thing that Liuyun mentioned in the letter, because it involved major personnel changes in the military, he had been hesitant in his heart, and he could only ask this military veteran for advice.
"Lord Duke, Count Liuyun has sent a letter asking me to remove him from his position as commander of the Southwest Theater and commander of the Black Eagle Legion. I'd like to hear your thoughts. ”
John couldn't help but be taken aback when he heard this, and asked in surprise: "Your Highness, Count Liuyun has made great contributions to the battle of Priseli City, why would he suddenly make such a request?"
Shi Yan smiled bitterly: "Although we won this war with the Blood God Sect, we also paid an extremely heavy price, you know that. I think Naya's death has become a hurdle in his heart that he can't overcome. ”
John lamented: "In war, casualties are inevitable. We are all equally sad that the princess was killed, but I don't think he should be held responsible. ”
"The Blood God Cult's goal has always been him. When the Blood God Cult mobilized tens of thousands of blood demons to attack the Asman Empire, it attracted everyone's attention. No one knows the truth about the war between the continent and the Blood God Sect thousands of years ago, so we all thought that it was already the elite of the Blood God Sect, after all, tens of thousands of blood demons were unable to compete with the armies of any country on the continent, and without the Black Eagle Legion, the Blood God Sect could indeed destroy the entire continent with this army. Brother Liuyun may have led the Black Hawk Special Operations Team to the Asman battlefield based on this idea. He had made a lot of preparations to deal with the Blood God Cult, and probably hoped that this battle on the battlefield of Assman would turn the tide of the entire battle. The fortress of Sit, as he envisioned, was intended to fend off the attack of the orc army, and when he left, he entrusted the fortress to Naya. So, in his opinion, Naya's death was caused by him. Shi Yan said with a sad expression.
Of course, he had no way of knowing the real reason why Liuyun led the Black Hawk to aid the Assman Empire. for this reason. also made Liuyun suffer in his heart after Naya's death.
"Just because of that, he's going to resign? I'm afraid this isn't something I know Count Diliuyun, right?" John couldn't help but shake his head.
"Of course it's not all. The enemy that the Black Hawk Special Operations Brigade encountered on their return to Priseli City from Assman was a unit codenamed Scorpion under Minloe. The news of Prime Minister Sdelow's treason and collaboration with the enemy was revealed by the commander of this army, Arroyo, the younger brother of Minlodi. After Lin Shiya's secret investigation. That's true, that's why I did it to Slord. ”
Duke John couldn't help frowning when he heard Shi Yan's words: "The enemy did this, and it was clear that he wanted to borrow our hand to get rid of Sdelo. They also knew that Sdello was the core figure of the traditional aristocratic forces in the Fire Cloud Empire, and they wanted to use him to bring turmoil to the empire. In that case, why did Your Highness ......"
"You want to ask me why I didn't let him go for now?" Shi Yan took the words and asked.
Duke John nodded.
"Naya died. Neither I nor Brother Liuyun can forgive him. He had to die, not to mention. The enemy has set this cancer before me. If I don't even have the courage to pull it out. Isn't it a joke?"
John said, "Today in the court." His Highness announced the victory of the war. Although it temporarily shocked these noble officials. But Sdelow about it. It will surely leave a great shadow in their hearts. This is for the Empire. However, it is potentially unstable. Other than that. The traditional aristocratic forces of the imperial capital have always been at odds with Count Liuyun. He exterminated the Cult of the Earth Blood in the city of Priselli. It only deepens the fear in their hearts. ”
Up here. Duke John stopped suddenly. Seems to understand something.
Shi Yan sighed: "These ministers in my land who are blinded by power. I'm afraid I know better than anyone the meaning of the word "Gong Gaozhen". For me. Now is the best time for me to weaken the military power in the hands of Brother Liuyun."
John said, "So, Your Highness intends to agree to Count Liuyun's request to appease these nobles?"
Shi Yan nodded: "Actually, this is also the idea of Brother Liuyun. This war between the continent and the Blood God Sect has already caused the aristocratic power of the Blue Moon to disintegrate. For the Empire. The traditional aristocratic power is destined to be a thing of the past, but not now. The orcs may soon make a move, and at this time we still have to try to keep the situation stable in the country. ”
"In that case, what is Your Highness still worried about?"
"I'm worried about the reaction of the military. Brother Liuyun has made outstanding achievements in battle, and is respected as the god of the Fire Cloud Army, so this may cause the army to be unstable," Shi Yan replied.
"Let the military come forward to appease," John said after a moment's thought, "I have a suggestion that can reassure those noble officials." ”
The Imperial Calendar and Moon Affairs Department announced: Earl Liuyun, the commander of the Southwest Theater of Operations, misjudged the situation of the battle. At a critical moment in the war against the Blood God Cult, he hastily sent troops to the Asman Empire, causing the fortress of Sit to be attacked by the Blood God Cult heavy troops. He was responsible for the defeat of the Fire Phoenix Legion and the death of the princess, so he was removed from his position as the commander of the Southwest Theater and the commander of the Black Eagle Legion. The Chief of Staff of the Black Hawk Corps, Major General Alexander, was appointed commander of the Southwestern Theater of Operations, conferring the rank of lieutenant general. Major General Long Yun, deputy commander of the Black Eagle Legion, was appointed as the commander of the Black Eagle Legion and awarded the rank of lieutenant general. Colonel Nalundo, commander of the Black Hawk Special Operations Group of the Black Hawk Legion, was appointed Chief of Staff of the Black Hawk Legion and awarded the rank of Major General.
On the same day, Shi Yan, the prince of the Huoyun Empire, issued an edict in the name of His Majesty Emperor George: Since Count Liuyun Kaide entered the military world, he has participated in the counterattack against the Asman Empire, quelled the rebellion of Prince Joseph, and exterminated the Blood God Cult.
These two orders made the chaotic political situation in the imperial capital even more weird. The aristocratic officials, who were worried and terrified of Sdelo's fall, were thinking hard and racking their brains about the message of these two orders.
In the end, as not expected, they came to a conclusion: the fall of the Blood God Cult was the beginning of the bleak military career of Count Liuyun, and the aura of the youngest marquis in the empire could not hide the reality that the military power was quietly reduced.
At the same time, they also accepted another fact: the prince Shiyan has become the real ruler of the empire, and he not only dares to make a move against Prime Minister Sdelow, but also dares to take Count Liuyun.
The strong rise of Prince Shiyan is a good thing for them. Although the political reshuffle in the imperial capital frightened them, it did not really hurt them, and they still had a chance to re-enter the center of power. Every new emperor needs a group of loyal ministers, and what they have to do is to show their loyalty in front of Shi Yan.
When the order of the Imperial Ministry reached the city of Priselli, the reaction was extremely strange.
All those who have been promoted to the rank of official are depressed.