Chapter 698 Chapter 696 The New Commander of the Empire

Noxian calendar, 942 AD, autumn.

The Darkwill family publicly raised the issue of "peaceful evolution" on behalf of the Supreme Command of the Immortal Fortress. The main content of the issue was how to avoid civil war in the empire and how to safely and effectively transfer power to the Emerald Territory.

Facing the Darkwill family who lowered their profile, the Emerald Territory had to reconsider the relationship between the two parties. If it used force to suppress others in this situation, even the Emerald Territory would not be able to withstand the pressure of public opinion from the people of the empire.

With the joint efforts of both parties, the High Command formally contacted the Emerald Territory before winter. Most of the clouds of the civil war dissipated for a time. The Noxus Empire seemed to have ushered in the greatest peace. Various forces were interested in the Darkwill family. The evaluation is also infinitely higher.

All the countries in the mainland have set their sights on the heart of the empire, adhering to the empire's consistent vigorous and resolute approach. The content of the peaceful evolution was finalized before the arrival of the second year, and the time to completely complete the transfer of power to the great commander was set for March 10th. That is, before the national celebration the following year.

As time passes, after several assassinations, Brown Darkwill's public appearances become less and less. However, the Noxians living in the Immortal Fortress can see that they are affiliated with Darkwill. The family's carriages and war regiments left the fortress in batches,

As if trying to evacuate the Immortal Fortress, the jaw-dropping wealth moved northward along the clean and tidy stone road, and its target was the border town of Dalmo Plain.

At the same time, the troops of the Emerald Territory were stationed in various key points of the Immortal Fortress, taking control of the initiative. The original city defense troops were on standby in the military camps.

Finally, the time came to March 10th.

On the road of glory outside the Immortal Fortress, the Demon-faced Lord, guarded by hundreds of dark guards and dragon birds, rode majestically through the Noxtra (Blackstone Gate), which symbolizes the power of the empire, on his white horse. Entering the massive door of the Immortal Fortress,

On both sides of the street, the atmosphere support team that had been prepared cheered and threw flowers in their hands, and together with other people of the empire who sincerely welcomed Lord Demon Mask, they looked up to the giant who had changed the empire in front of them.

The Emerald Territory and Noxus are of the same origin, and the Emerald Territory is usually friendly enough to the imperial people from the Immortal Fortress.

Under such circumstances, the people of the empire did not have many opinions on the matter of changing the leader of the Immortal Fortress, but many people silently supported it and looked forward to the future life.

As the Imperial Celebration approaches, the solemn and solemn Immortal Fortress also becomes a bit naughty and cute amidst the colorful cloth ribbons and flowers. The end of the Imperial Avenue is the Conqueror's Square.

In a trance, Lester, who was wearing a military uniform, seemed to have returned to nine hundred years ago. Hazy and strong lines overlapped with things in his memory. The indestructible black stone fortress in front of him has not changed over the years. There have been too many changes, but the difference is that the people around him have changed one after another. There are very few people who can accompany him to where he is today.

His path started from the Conqueror's Square, and now he has returned to the Conqueror's Square. From a neglected ancient remnant to an immortal legendary lord, only he himself knows the ups and downs.

He has lost many precious things, and may continue to lose them in the future, but he has never regretted it. If he is given another chance, he will still take this path.

Embark on a path of conquest unique to the Noxian Empire.

The team soon arrived at the outskirts of the crowded Square of the Conqueror. Lester put back his chaotic thoughts, stepped from his tall horse to the temporary steps set up by the servants, and walked calmly towards the current commander-in-chief of the empire with complex eyes.

Brown Darkwill, a descendant of Nadarz Darkwill.

His face and skin are pale and bloodless, with short silver-gray hair. His body is hidden in a thick black robe. His scarlet eyes flash with the eyes of a careerist. His whole person exudes pain, ruin, satisfaction and bloodthirsty. With a strange aura, judging from his temperament alone, Brown Darkwill can hardly be called a human being.

Unlike his ancestor Nadarz, starting from Burnham, the Darkwill family has been indulged in the desire for power and time, forgetting that as the rulers of the empire, the first thing to consider is how to conquer and conquer. The resources plundered are used to satisfy the people instead of satisfying selfish desires.

The Darkwill family has lost the innocent heart that Nadarz had in that era, and together with some other old nobles, they have become the blood-sucking worms of the empire.

Yes, blood-sucking borers are the perfect way to describe Vladimir's blood descendants. It's a pity that Vladimir ran too fast, otherwise maybe he would have a better understanding of the blood magic from the dark descendants.

Stopping in front of Brown, the gaze under Lester's magic steel mask seemed to be looking through Brown's body and seeing what was hidden deepest in Brown's heart.

Brown was a little bored. He was sure that he didn't like this kind of see-through gaze.

"Honorable Lord Demon Face, your status is unshakable, and your achievements are unparalleled. It is your iron-blooded will that has saved the empire that was like a fallen egg many times. Brown Darkwill is far behind."

Brown took off the gemstone dagger that symbolized power, took the initiative to kneel on one knee, and held the dagger high with both hands.

“Noxus, the strong is supreme, the sword of power is inhabited by the virtuous!

In the witness of Roxy's glory, Brown Darkwill is willing to respect Lord Lester of the Demon Face as the new commander-in-chief of the empire!

May the empire prosper in military affairs under your control, and may the empire prosper under your will! "

The aloof Lester held the gem dagger with one hand, showing arrogance in his movements, but no one raised any objections. Lester turned his body to face everyone, and with a "Cang Lang" sound, he pulled out the exquisite gem dagger. , the sword pointed towards the sky.

"My name is Lester! I swear in the name of the Roxy clan that I will rebuild the glory of the empire! All nations will prostrate themselves at the feet of the empire! I hope you will support me together!"

Darkwill knelt on the ground like dust. The superior Demon-faced Lord pointed his sword at the sky. In front of him were the cheering people of the empire. This scene was recorded by the image crystal and became a witness to the transfer of power.

In the next two days, Darkwill and his followers left the Immortal Fortress, and the imperial celebrations continued smoothly under Leicester's control. Everything seemed to go smoothly.

The Immortal Fortress is a heavily guarded high command, with black lightning mages and dark guards guarding the entrances and exits.

Not wanting those nobles to affect his work, the first thing Leicester did when he entered the Supreme Command was to drive away those messy noble representatives. Perhaps he would disband the Imperial Supreme Command in the near future.

At this moment, the huge Imperial High Command was empty. Only Lester was burning oil and lighting a lamp, dealing with a mountain of paperwork.

After becoming the commander-in-chief of the empire, Leicester seemed to have returned to the time when the Emerald Territory was just established. He wished he could split himself in two and use them separately. The transfer of power was simple, but the internal affairs of the empire were more complicated than imagined.

Especially when he was planning to attack those nobles, how to attack them became a priority issue.

In his opinion, taking action must at least wait until the imperial celebration is over.

"As the commander-in-chief, the power is still too dispersed. There are serious internal conflicts between different noble factions. No wonder Brown has been unable to integrate the legion for a long time in order to deal with the warlords in the south. The combat efficiency is too low..."

"The military system based on family battle groups must be abolished as soon as possible. I need to take back the power from the hands of the nobles as soon as possible. If they are disobedient, I will cut them all off. Anyway, there is no shortage of grassroots administrative officers in the Emerald Territory..."

"The black rose controlled by LeBlanc needs to be integrated with the black lightning as soon as possible. How to keep the two at a suitable distance needs to be discussed with LeBlanc. In addition, the body of Thane who was trapped in the Mage Academy by LeBlanc is also It needs to be dealt with. The empire should not humiliate a loyal minister and good general like Thain in this way. For Thain, it is better to be buried in peace..."

"Bang! Bang! Bang!!"

The night sky outside the window was illuminated by colorful fireworks. Lester raised his head and suddenly thought of the child he had never met.

I haven’t visited Lolita for such a long time, and I don’t know how the sacred tree is doing now.

"It is estimated that this year will not work. It is not possible to completely integrate and control the existing land. Before attacking Ionia, we must at least completely solve the problem of the nobles. However, the work of infiltration in advance is It can be carried out.

According to the lazy nature of the Ionians, as long as they don't go too far, the Ionians will not resist violently.

The Palace of Eternal Life will not interfere too much. With my relationship with the Temple of Balance and Vastaya, as long as the Ionians are aware of the advantages of the Empire's rule, the Empire will surely be able to take over the New Land... "

Just as Lester was about to continue processing paperwork, a hazy mist suddenly rose in the empty conference room.

Lester raised his head, as if just a moment ago, the empty-handed sheep spirit and the grinning wolf spirit were already squatting on the long conference table.

Wait, there seems to be something wrong with this wolf spirit's expression?

"Lester, congratulations on becoming the master of Noxus."

The ethereal words of the sheep spirit made Lester turn his attention away from the wolf spirit. He did not expect that the sheep spirit would choose to see him at this time.

"It's just a matter of course. The empire is always more useful in my hands than in Darkwill's hands...

But little sheep, is it really okay for you to leave the short bow with me? How can you fight without a short bow? "

"Isn't it because of you that the sheep are like this? What a heartless man! He didn't come to see the sheep for so long!"

The wolf spirit jumped up and down, waving its claws and flying around Lester several times. Lester couldn't help but feel a little dazed.

Why does this Uncle Wolf sound like a harem? The neutral voice seems no longer as rough as before?

Lester, who was a little confused, thought for a while and decided not to get angry with the wolf spirit.

"Sorry, I really ignored your feelings during this period. I should have contacted Xiaoyang earlier.

Well, just wait here for a moment, and I'll order someone to get the bow right away. "

Baring his teeth, the wolf spirit folded his hands in front of his chest.

"Hmph! It's too late to make up for it now! The sheep neglected its duty because it lost its short bow, and has been banished from the underworld by its mother."

Lester was startled and looked at the sheep spirit.

"What do you mean? You guys broke up with the Mother of Masks?"

"Lester, the wolf and I need your help."

The tone of the sheep spirit was very heavy, mixed with hesitation. Lester had never seen the sheep spirit like this before, so he couldn't help but stood up and took the sheep spirit's furry and cold hands.

The lamb's body trembled and allowed the man to hold it.

"Tell me, how can I help you? Will that guy, Void Spirit Evil Owl, hunt you down?"

Nodding, Yang Ling said softly.

"The Void Spirit Evil Lord will come, but not now. Qian Jue's name is still well known in Runeterra. The Void Spirit Evil Lord will not attack me and the wolf in the short term.

The problem between me and the wolf is that the masked spirit cannot move in the physical realm for long, we need two bodies. "

After breathing a little sigh of relief, Lester discovered the key point again.

"Two bodies? I can find a suitable body for you, but the question is what are you going to do? Although I don't understand what state the mask spirit is in, I also know that you definitely can't find just one body. Can be revived."

"The roots of the wolf and I have been completely integrated with the mask. Once we take off the mask, the death energy accumulated in our souls will instantly annihilate our incomplete souls.

Lester, this is why I need your help. Only you can provide us with a suitable body, and only you can lead us to the sacred tree and get rid of the invasion of death through soul resonance when we take off the mask. "

Seeing Lester's slight hesitation, Wolf Spirit came to Lester with a grin on his face.

"Human, the sheep have done so much for you, you wouldn't even choose to refuse such a simple request, would you?"

In the wolf's wide eyes, he rubbed the head of the dog that came forward, and Lester whispered.

"Of course I won't refuse. In fact, I also want to go to Omikayalan to see the condition of the sacred tree...but I have too many things at hand to get out of.

I wonder how long your current status can last? If you are in a hurry, I will put down the work at hand and go directly to Omikayalan after your physical body is completed. "

"If we follow your original plan, how long will it take?"

Estimating how long it would take him to integrate the empire, Lester raised two fingers.

"Including the time it takes to create a physical body, it's about two years. I will definitely go to Omicayalan in two years."

Hearing this, Yang Ling smiled.

"Two years is not a long time. It is enough time. Lester, you can finish your own affairs first and then help us."

Early the next morning, Lester took the sheep spirit and wolf spirit to the Black Rose Mage Academy and introduced the two mask spirits to LeBlanc.

To Leicester's surprise, after their eyes met for a moment, the atmosphere turned out to be extremely awkward.

LeBlanc suppressed her smile and smiled coldly at the silent sheep spirit and wolf spirit.

"Qian Jue, right? You are the one who has been hunting the mage who shot our Black Rose?"