Attack

Ron stopped and looked at the spirited young people before him, nodding in satisfaction.

Bayev was reliable when it came to getting things done. He had indeed selected people according to Ron's requirements.

His criteria for this selection were youth, Loyalty, and faces that did not look frightening.

There were plenty of such young people in the Palatine District.

After observing and experiencing things over the past few days, Ron even felt somewhat fortunate.

Fortunately, Bayev had carried out a Great Purge in the Palatine District, sweeping away all opposition and the Imperium's remaining forces.

That gave him room to spread his wings, sparing him from endless intrigue with the opposition and the nobles.

To be honest, there were too many loyal people in the Palatine District's administrative offices now. It was nearly impossible to find anyone with rebellious intentions.

He could practically do whatever he wanted!

That was precisely why he dared to push through these reforms and unconventional maneuvers on such a grand scale.

All to gather the Power of Hope.

Ron collected his thoughts and gave the group a gentle smile.

"From now on, you are members of the new department. The work ahead will be important and require absolute diligence and obedience. Understood?"

"Yes!"

Their voices rang out loud and clear, their attitudes resolute!

"Very good."

Ron was quite satisfied with their response.

"Today, finish handing over your work and go home early to rest. Gather first thing tomorrow morning. I will arrange your specific duties then."

Looking at the young people before him, he said approvingly, "You are all carefully selected talents. You are all excellent. The Palatine District stands with you..."

"Everything for the Governor!"

Upon hearing the Governor's praise, Devere immediately responded without thinking, his voice trembling slightly.

Seeing this, Ron casually patted his shoulder in encouragement.

"There's no need to be too nervous. We will have many opportunities to interact in the future..."

"Y-yes!" Devere could barely remain standing.

Ron took out his pocket watch and checked the time. He gave everyone a slight nod, then turned and left under the protection of Carter and the others.

Bayev took charge of the remaining work.

He immediately summoned senior officials from the Logistics Department and instructed them to arrange staff to handle the work handovers with the new department's members.

In the future, the new department's members would no longer be responsible for any of the Logistics Department's existing duties. Instead, they would receive assignments directly from the Governor.

It could be said that, from this moment on, their status within the Logistics Department belonged to the first rank.

They were answerable only to the Governor and no longer needed to obey the orders of any senior official in the Logistics Department.

Since it was a matter ordered by the Governor, the Logistics Department handled it with astonishing speed.

Files were quickly created for the new department's members, and people were assigned to take over their current duties.

In just one morning, all these complicated matters had been settled.

The new department's members were then dismissed and allowed to return home, enjoying a rare half-day break.

As Devere walked home, he felt as though he were floating.

He was still deeply immersed in his excitement.

God-Emperor above, the great Governor had actually patted him on the shoulder!

What an honor!

"Sir Devere!"

Someone called out to stop him. He could tell from the voice that it was Popov, that coward.

He stopped and turned around, maintaining a cold expression. "What is it?"

Popov hurried after him, the flesh on his stomach jiggling slightly, making him look rather endearing.

"I was so envious just now. You actually got to speak with the Governor from so close by!"

"Mm..."

Devere felt rather pleased with himself, though he did not show it.

"God-Emperor, I guarantee the Governor has remembered you..."

Once he got started, Popov began chattering endlessly.

But Devere sighed inwardly.

It was a pity the Governor had not asked for his name.

Otherwise, he would have loudly announced it and recounted the history and achievements of Lapp House.

Then the Governor would know just how loyal he and Lapp House were!

Still, it did not matter. There would be opportunities in the future.

As long as he carried out the Governor's assignments well in the new department and displayed his excellence—

One day, the Governor would remember him, Devere—the outstanding descendant of Lapp House!

"Devere—"

Popov interrupted his thoughts.

"What exactly do you think the Governor intends to do?

He has transferred so many supplies out of the Logistics Department. The remaining supplies will not even last until next month.

And he is secretly restoring the Holy Icon of His Majesty the God-Emperor..."

"Shut up!"

Devere warned him nervously.

"Don't you know that the chief administrator has already issued a gag order about this?

If you accidentally leak it and people outside the Palatine District find out, you're dead!"

Popov nervously covered his mouth.

He furtively looked around. Only after confirming that no one else was nearby did he breathe a sigh of relief.

"I was just curious...

Let's talk about something else, then. How do you think the Governor will solve the food problem?

The passages between the Palatine District, the Lower Hive, and the outside world have all been closed. I really cannot figure out how he could find a new source of food..."

"Are you questioning the Governor?"

"No, I was only asking!"

Popov hurriedly waved his hands, his face flushing red. "How would I dare question the Governor..."

"Hmph, that mouth of yours will get you killed sooner or later!"

Devere's expression eased slightly. "Good thing you only said it in front of me. If those discipline people heard you, let's see what you'd do then!"

"I only say these things in front of you. I keep my mouth shut around everyone else!"

Popov made a gesture of sewing his mouth shut. "After all, we've been through life and death together!"

"We aren't that close..."

Devere glanced at him.

"I have never really thought about the questions you mentioned.

Because I am only a small person. There are far too many things I cannot see or know.

I have neither the right nor the ability to question the Governor, who stands at the highest Spire of Earth Planet!"

He paused, then recited a line from the Imperial Proverbs.

"Ignorance is a virtue!

As executors, all we need to do is follow closely in the Governor's footsteps!"

Popov lowered his head. "You have a point..."

After saying that, Devere did not pay Popov much more attention.

Soon, the two headed off in the directions of their respective homes.

Upon returning home,

Devere learned from his mother that, under the Governor's arrangements, their food rations had returned to normal levels.

It was a pleasant surprise.

It meant their family could fill their stomachs with Sawdust Bread instead of having to swallow so much Corpse Starch!

At the same time, Devere told his mother and younger sister about what had happened that day.

He had earned the Governor's appreciation and would soon undertake new duties.

"You are the pride of Lapp House!"

Marty was gratified by her son's excellence, and Lilith was delighted as well!

The Lapp family embraced one another tightly and wept, as though the hard times were about to pass.

That afternoon.

Inside the Spire office.

Ron looked at a report in his hand, feeling exceptionally anxious.

According to the report, several residential areas around Sacred Plaza had suffered attacks to varying degrees!