Rebel Army Right in front of the supply base, the body of the machine with the tiger's head on the chest was divided into two halves. One on the left and one on the right fell to the ground. Sparks and black smoke kept shooting out, and there were small explosions from time to time. But in the distance from this About a few kilometers away from the Tigerhead machine that was split into two halves, there was another machine body whose shape could not be seen at all. It was also smoking and billowing on the ground. Only the two fragments of the shield that were broken around the machine body seemed to indicate the identity of the second machine body.
And Xiao Ran, just sitting calmly in the cockpit of Soul Reaver, looking at the chaotic scene in the stronghold from the screen, as well as the rows of various vehicles that are evacuating into the distance and gradually disappearing from the screen, KF and other The machine that belongs to this world controls Soul Reaver to stay outside the stronghold. It has never thought about entering the stronghold, and it just watched the people in this stronghold escape quickly, and completely evacuated without even a little resistance.
There was no pursuit, just watching the whole process without any movement at all. There was no resistance to the people who were running away. Even the unarmed people in front of him, Xiao Ran had no interest in driving the machine to rush up and cause a massacre. In fact, these people were not even his enemies, which made Xiao Ran had no intention of killing the fleeing team until the fleeing team completely disappeared from his eyes. Xiao Ran put his hand on the operating lever again and controlled the machine body to slowly walk into the stronghold. Ten minutes later, it left a sea of fire and soared into the sky again, flying back to the main garrison base of Area 11.
Before Soul Reaver landed, countless people in the base formed a circle and stood in the open space waiting for Soul Reaver to land. Among them, Cornelia, Luciano and Monica were also among them. When Xiao Ran opened the cockpit and slowly descended on the lifting rope. Suddenly, deafening applause and shouts erupted throughout the base. Countless people shouted Knights of the Round, shouted the name Lelouch, and cheered the return of Xiao Ran with all their enthusiasm.
Xiao Ran looked around. Because of the mask, others could not see his current expression clearly, but this did not dampen the enthusiasm of all Britannian Empire sergeants. Xiao Ran also saw Cornelia, Luciano and Monica in front of the crowd at a glance, and walked in the direction of the three of them.
After passing by, Luciano gave Xiao Ran a thumbs up before he spoke. He no longer looked lazy, but looked excited, looking at Xiao Ran with incredible eyes, revealing his admiration and respect.
And Monica looked at Xiao Ran with eyes that were also full of respect at this time. Compared with the gentle and soft appearance before, he looked a little more formal. He truly recognized the power of Xiao Ran from the bottom of his heart and recognized the second of Xiao Ran. Even Monica was thinking about Knights of the Round's position. If Bismark's status was not special, then Xiao Ran's strength alone would be enough even if he were sitting in the first position of Knights of the Round.
Some of Cornelia's eyes were just shocked, shocked by Xiao Ran's powerful strength, and even more shocked by the fact that her sister had been fished out of nowhere and possessed such terrifying power that could crush everything. Then it was complicated. It was complicated because not long ago, she did not believe that Xiao Ran actually had such strength. Only she could explain her inner feelings at this time.
But she knows better that after what happened today, although Lelouch will still be the second Knights of the Round, his status will be completely different. A person who truly possesses terrifying power and can change the entire battle situation on his own will no longer be just a simple Knights of the Round will become the true right-hand man of the empire, the protector of the empire, and a truly super powerful person with terrible power. She can no longer look down and treat Xiao Ran as an equal, but should face the empire's new god of war with respect.
Moreover, Xiao Ran is stronger than her, so powerful that it is impossible to fight against him. As a strong person, he is also a person who pursues strength. And now Xiao Ran's strength is the only thing she recognizes and pursues besides Euphemia.
"Welcome back Knight Lelouch." Taking a deep breath, Cornelia said in a deep voice, "Knight Lelouch accomplished such a feat alone, and it was of great help to Nineteenth. Cornelia will never forget this."
Xiao Ran looked at Cornelia who was full of respect at this time, smiled lightly and said indifferently, "I don't mean to help you. Killing the enemy and relieving the pressure on Soldier Imperial Army is what I, Knights of the Round, should do., properly let the empire know that the empire is not without powerful power. This is also the courage and ability that Knights of the Round should show. Moreover, this time I am only doing a practical test on Soul Reaver, not specifically to help you. You don't need to express your gratitude to me so solemnly."
Cornelia usually wore Xiao Ran and said seriously, "Knight Lelouch, although you said so, solving the supply stronghold will also make Area 19's front line pressure much less. Moreover, Area 19 has always been led by me. The original three districts became one district and I was under a lot of pressure. No matter what, Knight Lelouch, your behavior helped me in the end. I will remember this favor."
Xiao Ran shook his head and stopped talking. Regardless of whether this attack was to test Soul Reaver's actual combat performance, the knight knew very well. As for Charles's purpose of sending him here, perhaps it was also to reduce Cornelia's performance. Less stress is actually something that Xiao Ran can do or not do, but in the end the real reason is just to help Cornelia for the sake of Euphemia's sake. It's just a matter of convenience and to show off his strength to the outside world.
Seeing Xiao Ran shaking his head, Cornelia didn't say anything more about it. She also guessed something in her heart that Xiao Ran was helping him because of Euphemia's face. As for Charles On the other hand, Cornelia, who already knows some inside information, does not think that Xiao Ran will care much about Charles's face, and this is also when Charles did not give Xiao Ran an explicit order.
After nodding towards Xiao Ran, Cornelia said, "Then I won't disturb you Knight Lelouch from your rest, because Knight Lelouch's victory just now brought a great shock. If you want to maintain this advantage, you still need to do a lot of work, and you must also be prepared to counterattack the counterattack organized by EU and Rebel Army."
"Go and do your work." Xiao Ran waved his hand naturally and said, "If you need to use my force, you don't have to be polite to tell me."
"Thank you." Cornelia decisively turned around and left, just as she said, because Xiao Ran's actions did bring some unexpected changes to Area 19, but it also brought some more exciting tasks, but the trouble also exists, that is, whether the EU and Rebel Army organizations will have retaliatory attacks because of this, so we need to be prepared quickly in all aspects.
Cornelia left, Monica also smiled gently at Xiao Ran, bent down slightly and followed behind, turned around and left, Luciano took this opportunity to stand at In front of Xiao Ran, he winked and said to Xiao Ran, "Knight Lelouch, that's amazing. What you did today is beyond my imagination. If you have time, can you teach me how to drive?"
Xiao Ran looked at Luciano and nodded slightly. "This is not a problem, but first you must change your current lazy attitude. First, focus on re-familiarizing and training the basics. As long as you pass the basics, it will not be too difficult to become stronger."
"Then it's agreed." Luciano scratched his head and grinned. "Hey, don't look at my usual appearance, I'm actually very powerful when I'm serious."
"Of course, otherwise you wouldn't be able to become Knights of the Round, I believe this." Xiao Ran said, patting Luciano on the shoulder, and said, "Okay, I will give you some advice when I have time. Just stay busy with Princess Cornelia these days."
After saying that, Xiao Ran ignored Luciano and walked towards the logistics Technology Department people who had been waiting for a long time, and began to exchange the test process, data, etc. Luciano looked at Xiao Ran's back and gently squeezed his fists, took a deep breath and trotted away in the direction where Cornelia left.
The next work will not only be handled by Cornelia and his men, but the two Knights of the Round who followed Xiao Ran will also temporarily obey Cornelia's orders to ensure that Xiao Ran can be received The defensive stronghold penetrated by is then used as a nail and breakthrough to counterattack. Of course, the basic tasks of Monica and Luciano are only to ensure the safety of the receiving stronghold. As for the attack, they are not needed unless necessary.
Xiao Ran spent a long time with the logistics Technology Department, and then returned the machine body to the hangar before relaxing and returned to his residence. But before he entered his room, Xiao Ran saw a guy in a blue uniform in front of the door.
Seeing Xiao Ran, this man in blue uniform hurriedly walked towards Xiao Ran. He said hello and saluted in a very skilled manner, and his tone of voice was also very respectful. "Lord Lelouch, on the order of Princess Cornelia, I hope to invite you to attend the private celebration banquet specially prepared for you by Princess Cornelia in the evening. I hope to discuss something with you Lord Lelouch."
Xiao Ran groaned. "Time."
"At six o'clock, I will come over personally to greet you Lord Lelouch."
Xiao Ran nodded. "I understand, please tell Princess Cornelia that I will definitely participate."
The guy in blue uniform completed his order, but he also watched Xiao Ran enter his room and closed the door before turning around and leaving. There was no trace of impatience or dissatisfaction in the whole process. He was completely respectful. With Xiao Ran's identity and demonstrated abilities, he fully deserved this guy's treatment.
After taking a shower and resting for a while, Xiao Ran once again put on clean Knights of the Round clothes and walked out of the room when the time was almost up. He once again saw the guy in blue uniform who came to invite him before, and he was also the one Cornelia trusted the most. Guard Force member, greeted by the other party, went all the way to the core area of the base, which is also where Cornelia currently lives. It is a single-family building with a better environment than other barracks, but it is completely incomparable to the normal Governor's Mansion residence.
When Xiao Ran got out of the car, he saw Cornelia in a burgundy uniform standing outside the door. After walking over, Xiao Ran also smiled slightly and said politely, "I'm really flattered that you bothered Cornelia to wait outside the door."
Cornelia didn't believe what Xiao Ran said, but he said seriously, "If it is Knight Lelouch, you are fully qualified to let me wait here, please."
Xiao Ran also raised his hand slightly, walked into the building with Cornelia, and then walked all the way forward into a place that was obviously a restaurant. Compared with the luxury of the Area 11 Governor's Mansion restaurant, Cornelia The restaurant used by can be described as simple. There is basically no excessive decoration. Everything is practical and not complicated. It has a simple dining table, chairs and carpets, and there are not many superfluous things except some simple decorations.
However, as a Princess, Princess has a lot of power, and has extremely strong combat and command capabilities. Although he can only live in such a place because of the war, the enjoyment he deserves will not be much less, at least not as a maid.
As Xiao Ran and Cornelia took their seats, several maids brought drinks and food to the table one after another, and then left the restaurant on their own initiative, leaving the entire restaurant completely to Cornelia and Xiao Ran.
Cornelia raised his glass and stood up from the chair. "No matter what I say today, Knight Lelouch, you have always helped me and relieved the pressure on Area 19's defense line. This cup represents my gratitude, and thank you for always taking care of Euphemia when I was Area 11."
Xiao Ran glanced at Cornelia, then stood up and tapped Cornelia, who was probably only one meter away from him, with a glass of wine. "You're welcome."
Cornelia laughed, drank the wine in the glass happily, and then raised his hand and said, "Please sit down, I invited Knight Lelouch over today. I have something I want to discuss with Knight Lelouch."
"Please tell me."
"I wonder what Knight Lelouch thinks of the current situation of Area 19, and does he have any thoughts on becoming the governor of the first district alone?"