After the initial panic had passed, Lip put a warm smile on his face and tried to look back at the rock with a calm look. But the rock didn't react, and then he simply didn't look over, too lazy to look at him again.

The General Staff officer walked over with steady steps, and Lip took a few steps to greet him.

"No need. Carlos waved his hand: "Time is too tight, you come with me." ”

The two entered the large room where Carlos worked, and there were already several people waiting by the door.

"By the way, this is your captain of the guard, this one is your deputy, and you have a dedicated intelligence system liaison officer. Calos pointed to the men as he told his adjutant to lay out the map: "Let's look at the map." ”

"His Majesty the Emperor has talked to me, your mission area is in this area, and it is all cities. ”

Several people gathered around the table, and Carlos waved his hand: "The periphery of the rebels is probably these more than 20 large and small cities, these defender troops have no status in the rebels, they can be said to be outcasts that parents don't want, the liaison officer has their detailed information in his hands, you can talk about it in detail on the road."

As for how to do it, it's up to you. “

"I'm sorry, General Carlos, I can't read the map. Lip smiled apologetically: "Can you tell me how much time it takes to walk around these twenty cities?"

"It will take a month to go through it all, and I think you should know that it is unrealistic, the date of our march is top secret, and you cannot know it with your current position. Carlos pointed to the map: "Actually, we don't expect you to take all the cities, here, here, here, in several places are the support points of the rebels' outer defenses. You just have to destroy any of them. All helpful for us. ”

"Okay. I made a note of it. Lip silently repeated the names of the cities several times in his mind: "Is there anything else I need to pay attention to?"

"You have to keep your eyes open and see as much as you can. There is a battalion of troops that move with you, and people who are secretly protecting you. As a means of bribery, you will also carry a large amount of coins and blank letters of attorney. Carlos handed over a small bag: "Here are your seals and noble insignia, His Majesty the Emperor wants me to tell you, he still has a glass of wine, waiting for you to come back and drink." ”

Lip opened the bag and looked at the contents. There was a surge of excitement.

"Xia Guan remembers, it will definitely be completed!"

"Let's go, then!"

"Thank you, Your Excellency!" ”

Watching Lip leave the headquarters, Carlos shook his head slightly and turned to go about his business.

As a general staff officer, Carlos was not optimistic about Lip, and he did not believe that Lip could do anything. And in Lipp's heart, he was also a little skeptical and confused about his mission.

What kind of position is this, Foreign Secretary? I've never heard of it before, and is it true that what the adults have taught me these days is what a Foreign Secretary must have?

But with these simple and simple methods, will you seem a little too thin?

Changed into a luxurious and majestic aristocratic attire. Sitting in the luxurious carriage with four healthy horses, Lip felt an inexplicable surge of fear in his heart. But when I think of the young master...... No, when I think of my majesty, a wave of hope is poured into this emotion of fear.

Since the young master asked him to do it, let's do it! Anyway, my life was also chosen.

The carriage left the camp gate under strict guard, and the fear in Lipp's heart gradually faded through the window as he watched the training ground, hidden in the green mountains and green waters, disappear at the end of the road. He instructed the guards next to the car to bring the adjutant and liaison officer in the other car.

Without stopping the carriage, the two young officials boarded the carriage, and from their agile skills, Lip could tell that they were both from military backgrounds, "Good lords. The adjutant sat down across from Lip: "Is there something wrong?"

"Of course. Lip smiled: "We're pressed for time, and I want to know something in order to get the job done." ”

"My lord, excuse me. The liaison officer replied: "We know everything." ”

"Then would you like to introduce yourself first?" said Lip in a tone of rare modesty, "You know, this is the first time I have received such an envoy, and it is also the first time I have worked with them. My name is Lipu, and I used to be the attendant of His Majesty the Emperor, and I would like to remind you if you have done something badly. ”

"Don't say that, my lord, it's the first time for us, I'm a scholar from the Academy of the Dark Province, and this is an officer from the Liaison Office of the Military Department. The adjutant smiled and replied, "We are all from the army." ”

"There is about the Foreign Secretary. Lip's words paused: "Don't hide it from the two of you, I'm actually from the Demon Clan, and I never knew there was such an official position." ”

"It's nothing, it's normal for adults to have concerns, because there is no such official position on the divine side. In fact, the adjutant already knew Lip's origin, and when he heard Lip confess like this, his good impression of him could not help but increase: "When I was studying at the academy, my tutor once said that no country has a special official position in foreign affairs. Generally, when something very important is encountered and it is necessary to communicate, a minister with the right position will be sent to do it.

As for the usual inter-state exchanges, that was monopolized by the temple. “

"The war side too?"

"That's right, if there is a war between the two countries, then the temple side will definitely receive the news beforehand and come out to clean up the mess when the time is right......"

Only then did Lip realize that the mission he had undertaken was more difficult than he had originally thought, and he also realized more about the expectations of His Majesty the Emperor of the Fallen Emperor.

"I see, it looks like we're going to have to get ready to feed!" Lip grabbed the map aside and spread it out, "Both, let's take a look at our first prey, Liaison Officer, let's talk about this man's personality first!"

"Yes, sir. The liaison officer leaned forward: "This is a small place, the first stone on the way of our army's march, its status is only equivalent to a lookout, and no one in the rebels should care whether they live or die." ”

"This general must be very nervous!" Lip thought for a moment, "because his life will run out at any time." ”

"Your Excellency is right. The liaison officer nodded: "Judging from the information we have had, this general's feelings are about to collapse, sometimes good and sometimes bad, as if he is crazy." ”

"Like this?" Lip said, "Does he have a family in the hands of the rebels?"

"Your Excellency's reasoning is correct again. He was a noble boy himself. The family has been in decline for several generations. The liaison officer gave Lip a thumbs up, "Now." His parents were all near the Holy Capital. ”

"Liaison officer, the key to persuading this person to surrender lies with you. A hint of the trader's cunning flashed in Lip's eyes: "Can we save his family in a short time?"

"Of course, sir. The liaison officer smiled: "This is exactly what I am following you for, as long as you give the order, the people in the liaison office will act immediately." ”

Lip was a little moved in his heart, knowing that His Majesty the Emperor had already arranged a qiē for him.

"Thank you both for coming with me. Lip sincerely stretched out his hand: "Let us unite and do this well for His Majesty the Emperor!"

The three of them clasped hands together, very powerfully.

Three days later. The convoy crossed the lines of the Al Qeda family, protected by a battalion of guards cavalry, and in a tense atmosphere, approached the rebels occupied the city.

At this moment, the small city on this front is standing alone on the plain, and if it weren't for the war, no one might remember the name of this city, Thom. But now, the city is no longer as peaceful as it once was, but is shrouded in gloomy clouds. Residents huddled in their homes, and the streets were filled with drunken rebel soldiers. Like their superiors, the melancholy in their eyes could not be concealed.

In a large field outside the city. There is no one to take care of the food that is about to ripen, which makes people look at it and be anxious. Because it was not known when the war would break out, no one dared to appear in the fields. A few days ago, some cavalry fought this, which frightened the defenders of the city.

A fully armored Guards soldier rode out of the convoy on his horse and rode down the city. Under the bewildered gaze of the rebels on the ramparts, the guard followed the trade route to the city gates.

"Stop!" someone shouted in a hollow voice on the city wall, "If you go any further, you will release arrows!"

The horses spun around in place, and the Guards soldiers proudly raised their heads and shouted, "Report to the Emperor of the Spya Empire, Cohen." Al Qaeda's envoy is here! I want to meet with the supreme commander of your army!"

"Wait!"

After a while, the defenders replied and asked the envoys to enter the city, with only three retinues.

"It would be nice if I took someone with me, this place is not worth staying long. When Lip heard this, he smiled and turned to his lieutenant and said, "You stay here and study the generals of the defenders of the next city." ”

Then, Lipp took one of his retinues to the city, rejected the soft ladder thrown by the other party, and finally entered through the city gate generously. Not far from the city gates, Lip was received by the rebels' highest military commander, a colonel. Thirty paces from the Colonel, Lip motioned for his retinue to stop.

Soldiers wandered around with bad intentions, and some people sharpened their knives on stones...... Although he knew that this was a deliberate arrangement by the other party, Lipu was still sweaty in the metallic light, and his heart was beating wildly. He thought back to the young master over and over again in his mind how he had faced the enemy before, and used it to cheer himself up.

The Colonel's face was not very good, and Lip certainly knew that it was the cause of excessive drinking. But because of his aristocratic background, the colonel's attitude was not very bad.

"Hello, Mr. Colonel. Lip stood still in front of the Colonel, plucking up the courage to speak: "Let me introduce myself first, I am Baron Lip, Cohen. Foreign Minister of His Majesty Emperor Kaida. ”

"The true emperor is His Majesty Lu Man!" said the colonel in a firm tone, "Cohen. Al Qaeda's status is not legitimate. ”

"It's a complicated issue, and I don't think we need to dwell on it. With the exchange, Lip's mood calmed down a little, and he smiled slightly: "My colonel, I am a baron of the first rank, and this status is legitimate. ”

The Colonel muttered something to his mouth, and finally owed Lip a debt, and Lip returned the favor with formal courtesy.

"I think you know what I'm here for. Lip stepped forward: "Hopefully my arrival will not add to your burden, in fact, I have good news for you...

... Can I get closer? You know that the status of the nobility is not allowed to be checked by the soldiers. “

The Colonel hesitated, then nodded in agreement with Lip approaching. "What news did you bring?" the Colonel's eyes showed exhaustion, "At this point, I don't have anything here that deserves your attention. ”

"You don't have to worry about it. I've thought a lot about it for you before I came. Otherwise, I wouldn't have come here to touch the nails. Lip walked up to the colonel: "Of course. I don't think our conversation should be known to anyone. ”

"You mean the Warlords, they're everywhere. The colonel smiled bitterly: "We can walk on the city walls." ”

"It's a great pleasure to have you. Lip was secretly happy, nodded and said, "Please lead the way." ”

This kind of small city has relatively narrow walls, and can allow up to three people to walk side by side. Fortunately, Lip didn't really want to walk around the city walls, and the two of them found a slightly secluded corner and talked softly.

"What is the purpose of your visit?" asked the Colonel, after a few polite remarks, about Lip's purpose.

"I would advise Mr. Colonel to lay down his arms. Of course, this is difficult for a fighter. Lip's face became solemn: "But to put it deeper, this is the only chance for you and your soldiers. ”

"It can't be. The colonel barely considered: "It is impossible for us to surrender." ”

"Really, the Colonel would rather die in battle. ”

"Why did I die in battle?" the Colonel sneered, "Cohen." Al Qaeda's army is not necessarily going to win every battle!"

"As far as I am, I'm not your enemy. Lip smiled sincerely: "Let's be honest! everyone should have an opinion on the outcome of this war, and we don't have to argue at all." ”

"You're saying it easy, and if we switch places, I can laugh too. ”

"I have great admiration for the personality of Mr. Colonel. Lip suddenly said something that seemed off-topic: "You are prepared to sacrifice yourself for the sake of your family, which is a noble character." ”

"You...... What do you know!" The colonel stiffened his mouth: "I'm a warrior!"

"A warrior must also distinguish between right and wrong, and a warrior has a family!" Lip's voice was raised, "You know the outcome of the matter, why do you have to serve the evil side, don't take your soldiers to make unnecessary sacrifices." ”

"Mr. Baron. I'll get you out of town. The colonel smiled wryly: "This is my fate." ”

It seems that this negotiation is over. Lip didn't even know what he was doing wrong.

"The last sentence, if you are indifferent after listening, I will leave immediately. Lip sighed and decided to make one last effort: "Mr. Colonel, you know that our forces are huge, and although your family is far away in the Holy Capital, it is not a problem to protect them!"

The colonel froze in place, his mouth slightly open and not closed for a long time.

"You have parents, two sisters, a wife, and a young son. Seeing the colonel's surprised reaction, Lip immediately showed his true colors as a profiteer, and said quickly: "As long as you make a decision, I will be responsible for their safety, and I will guarantee their absolute safety as a nobleman!"

"But ......"

"For Cohen. There is nothing that cannot be done. Lip recalled the Prime Minister's teachings in his heart, and continued to seduce the colonel in a gentle tone: "You can trust me. ”

"What can you do?" the colonel was a little incredulous.

"As you know, some time ago, many rebel governors died. Of course, such a force can kill people and can also be used to save people. Although it is now the time of the war, it is still possible for our people to protect a few nobles, and we even know what to eat every day in the palace of the Holy Capital. ”

"But the price is too great, and I am only a small colonel, I can't imagine that I can be of such value......" The colonel was very suspicious.

"Why do you doubt your own worth?" Lip smiled slightly, knowing that the other party had been shaken, so he moved the other party with great righteousness: "Please look at the fields under the city walls, look at the grain that is about to be harvested, and think of the civilians who are waiting to be fed...... If you refuse, it will become a killing place, with soldiers on both sides bleeding and families ruined. And you, my colonel, can change this with one decision. Or in the eyes of others, you are just an ordinary military man, but in our opinion, you are valuable. ”

"It's certainly good to avoid killing. The colonel seemed firm: "But I am a soldier, and I have a mission." ”

"Your mission is to serve the Spythian Empire, not the rebels who are still in the Holy Capital for a long time. Speaking of this, Lip's expression was a little mysterious: "Or maybe you don't know that the soldiers who serve His Majesty Cohen are the most honorable...... And instead of losing anything, you gain more. ”

After listening to Lip's words, the colonel's eyes swelled with some other emotions besides doubt, he lowered his head and walked back and forth for two circles, and suddenly raised his head and asked: "What will happen if, I say if, I lay down my arms?"

"Then you're the hero. Lip stared straight into the other's eyes, looking extremely sincere: "You will get an official position and live happily with your family." ”

"What about the soldiers?" the colonel said, "It's a difficult choice." ”

"In order to make your move smooth, I will first send you a sum of money, the amount of which will be sufficient for you to appease the soldiers. Lip replied seriously: "Of course, as a hero, your treatment is much more than that. ”

"Sounds good. The colonel didn't know what to think of at this time, and suddenly snorted coldly: "How do I know that I won't be beheaded after I leave the city?"

"About Cohen. There are many rumors about Kaida's majesty, but there are never rumors of breaking promises. ”

Lip was very patient: "Actually, His Majesty the Emperor asked me to bring a letter of appointment to you, and as soon as you make a decision, the letter of appointment and gold coins will be delivered immediately. (To be continued......)