Shanamia was too naive and failed to understand the true meaning hidden in Xiao Ran's words. Although Shanamia was the most suitable candidate in Xiao Ran's eyes, Shanamia's ability and character were not enough to support a fortune as big as Burning Legion's now.
Of course, the most suitable successor to the Burning Legion can only be Artemis. Even a boy in another world cannot be more qualified than Artemis.
Artemis was born under everyone's attention. It is already recognized as Her Highness the Princess by all Burning Legion owners and territories. There are countless people who are willing to stand behind and support it. It is expected by everyone.
But Artemis is too young and needs time to grow. As a mother, Da Xia will be the most suitable caregiver. Even if it is just a vase or a mascot, Da Xia must become a mascot and vase recognized by everyone.
Xiao Ran glanced at the people present, and kept a smile on his face, but thought in his heart, "You can't rush yet, take your time, but from now on, we must increase Artemis's exposure, and we need to let them get in touch with the core things in the legion."
At night, two people appeared in Xiao Ran's office, Kane and Carolan.
Kane's responsibilities in the Burning Legion are very complex, and he is responsible for many aspects of work, such as intelligence, Secret Weapon Department's part, personnel training, internal monitoring, etc., and Carolan is also responsible for intelligence and surveillance work. There is no doubt whether Kane is trustworthy. Kane's pursuit is different. He doesn't care about rights but he also values the legion.
As for Carolan, as long as he can be suppressed, there is no need to worry about any problems, and Kane is enough to suppress Carolan.
Two intelligence chiefs appeared in Xiao Ran's office at the same time. They had already noticed when they saw each other. Xiao Ran would definitely make a big move next.
After the two came over, Xiao Ran's first sentence was. "There is something for you to do next."
The two of them just listened to Xiao Ran's instructions. "Expand the power you have now. I want to keep surveillance on all the officials in the entire territory of the legion."
Carolan's eyes flickered twice, while Kane frowned slightly. "Once discovered, the impact will be too great."
"So it depends on your methods. Surveillance is not the purpose, deterrence is." Xiao Ran said calmly, "I don't need to know what these people do every day. I only need to know whether these people will pose a threat to Shanamia and Artemis, and will pose a threat to the stability of all territories."
Kane looked at Xiao Ran: "What do you want to do?"
Xiao Ran gave the answer, "I want to confirm Artemis's inheritance rights to the Burning Legion and even all territories and all universes. Next, I will let Shanamia and the others gradually take over the control of the territory. This matter will come from my mouth for the time being, and it will only enter the ears of the two of you. Don't let the fourth person know about it for the time being."
"Carolan, what I want is not the sanction of darkness, nor is it the chaos of the territory. I think you should be able to understand what I mean, right?"
A few drops of cold sweat appeared on Carolan's bald head. He lowered his head and said in a deep voice, "Lord Xiao Ran, I understand. I will definitely give everything for His Highness Shanamia and Princess Artemis."
Carolan understood what Xiao Ran meant, which also made Xiao Ran very satisfied. He nodded and said, "In the dark, set up another team specifically to protect Shanamia, everyone in the mansion must be within the protection range now, and the most trustworthy people must be selected. They can be trained by themselves or selected from the Secret Weapon Department. After Hades returns, I will also ask him to arrange a group of people."
Kane nodded. "I will do it and protect Artemis."
After saying that, Kane glanced at Carolan, without concealing his scrutinizing eyes, and then said to Xiao Ran, "Actually, you should have done this long ago. Today's legion is completely supported by the participants, and they mostly rely on the deterrence of force., there are only a few completely stable areas that you don't have to worry about, but the size of the legion has become larger and larger, and the balance that was once there will indeed be more likely to be broken. The position of Artemis will be further established, and strengthening surveillance of those who hold power in many worlds will be conducive to further stability."
"At the same time, I think you need to increase your exposure, establish the identity and status of the ruler to a greater extent, fully confirm your current status as Burning Legion and the supreme leader of all territories, and establish the status and identity of Artemis's successor. It will take some time to stabilize this, but fortunately we have a lot of time and our strength is strong enough."
Xiao Ran rubbed his forehead and did not respond immediately to Kane, but Kane continued, "There are many relevant people with experience in this area. Both Fortis are imperial countries, and Lelouch from the new territory should also be experienced in this. Durandal is also good at winning people's hearts."
Xiao Ran asked, "Then who do you think should be responsible?"
"Lelouch, this situation is not suitable for mobilizing other people. It is best to arrange for someone to take charge from the outside." Kane said calmly, "But I will keep watching and let Carolan cooperate. Lelouch, but in addition, another more special force must be established, led by two Free personnel to ensure the purity of this team. The true royal Knights Order is the final shield and the face of your family."
"Just, are you sure it's Artemis?"
Xiao Ran looked at Kane: "What do you mean?"
Kane shook his head. "From a young age, Artemis is actually not suitable."
Carolan raised his head instantly after hearing Kane's words. He wanted to say something but didn't dare to speak.
Kane said it bluntly, "The child is very good, very lively, very cute, and very polite, but maybe it is because his age has nothing to do with calmness, his personality is too out of the ordinary, and he has always received unlimited pampering and care from Shanamia and the others. Although it is a bottom-line doting, you still need to consider the matter of the heir. After all, you do not have only one child, and this will cause problems."
"The legion is so big now, what we need is not to escape but to be stable, so my suggestion is to establish her identity as a princess, but don't be so anxious to assign the identity of the heir to her. Moreover, Artemis is still too small to the outside world, and it will also bring a feeling to Outside World that you are old and have no motivation. You are too anxious to start thinking about heirs to ensure the rule of the Burning Legion."
Xiao Ran leaned on the chair and looked at the ceiling. He put his right hand on the table and tapped his index finger lightly. After a while, he said, "You do as you say. I am really too anxious now. I have to eat the food one bite at a time."
After Xiao Ran finished speaking, he looked at Kane again and said, "Shanamia and the others will gradually be responsible for the internal affairs of the territory, but on the legion side, I also need to establish a few deputies, who do you think is suitable."
Kane glanced at Xiao Ran and said, "You should already have an idea in your mind."
"Luo, that's good, but he may not be able to suppress others." Xiao Ran groaned and said, "But he is indeed the most suitable choice. He must have one in Vice Legion Leader's position, and it can also be used as a lubricant."
"The second one, Cruze, is after all an old man in the legion and can suppress many people. However, if his methods are too ruthless, sometimes unexpected counter-effects will occur."
"The third one, Char, can become a suitable person to take charge of the overall situation."
"The fourth one, Shirakawa Shuu, is loyal to his heart and trust, and his methods are not bad and he has strength."
Kane suggested. "I think you can talk to them. Considering the current size of the legion, four established deputies are not too many. This can make up for the legion's biggest weakness now, but I think you are worried too much."
Xiao Ran smiled slightly, "Don't be afraid of preparation for everything, just be afraid of not being prepared. I believe in myself, but no matter how much preparation we make for what we have to do, it is too much."
Kane said with relief, "Take your time, we still have a lot of time, even if it takes several decades, we still have the opportunity to improve."
If Kane still can't detect Xiao Ran's true thoughts at this point, then he is no longer the devil Kane. He already knows that Xiao Ran is preparing for the next Burning Legion's future, everyone's future, and the territory's future have begun to worry, but to be more precise, Xiao Ran has made up his mind to take action against Prometheus, and the time will come soon.
Xiao Ran's momentum has not been lost, nor has his goal been lost. These things arranged now are only based on a safe direction. They are normal and necessary arrangements, rather than being scared or intimidated. If Xiao Ran does not make these arrangements but prepares to take action directly, even if Kane himself will not bring it up, there will definitely be other people who will ask that he must be prepared.
Xiao Ran smiled and concluded, "Yes, at this time, you should not be anxious."
Soon, Kane and Carolan left Xiao Ran's study and left the mansion. They stood outside the door and looked at the two cars driving from a distance. Kane looked at Carolan, with warnings and reminders in his eyes.
"The fourth person must not let the fourth person know about today's conversation. Don't betray his trust in you, let alone Fury behind you, the entire Burning Legion, and even all the territories, do you understand?"
"You are a realistic person, so as long as you know whether His Highness Artemis or Shanamia, they are your foundation and your backstage. Only if they are good will you get more."
Carolan bent towards Kane and said solemnly and firmly, "Master Kane, I know what to do. All the enemies in front of His Highness Artemis and His Highness Shanamia are my Carolan enemies."
Kane patted Carolan on the shoulder. "You are right to think so, but you must remember that everything is Lord Xiao Ran's will, and those who violate Lord Xiao Ran's will are the biggest enemies."
"Yes, Master Kane, Carolan must keep it in mind."
"Go." Kane waved his hand, Carolan said goodbye respectfully, got in the car and left, and Kane looked up after Carolan left He looked up at the sky and sighed softly, "Finally, the legion has begun to face troubled times. Fortunately, everyone in the legion has been united from the beginning. There is no need to worry about the participants, but there may be some twists and turns within the territory."
"Prestige, Shanamia is not enough to support today's legion. Those women together are enough to suppress most of the opposition. But Artemis's future life will not be so easy. This little girl has to grow up as soon as possible. Ha, although it is still too young and too early, Artemis is indeed the only one who can make everyone sincerely support her."
Kane sighed again, opened the door and got in the car. Although Artemis was the only one, Kane was very interested in Artemis does know a lot about her. That girl... is too playful and out-of-touch. Although children do need a good childhood, it really makes sense to look at them from an early age. Artemis will definitely do it in the future. She will become a respected and qualified princess, and she will definitely be able to become a qualified leader, but she may not be able to become a stable monarch who can deal with so many territories and so many things. Moreover, Artemis is too kind and sincere. Shanamia and the others taught Artemis the purest and most beautiful aspects of themselves, but they did not teach her the ruthlessness that a monarch must have.
Take a look at what the playmates around Artemis are now. If you want to say they have power, they must have it, Dratini? Snorlax? What the hell is all this? These elves are simply simpler than Artemis, but what can Kane say?
Fortunately, Xiao Ran is just making arrangements and preparations, and there are many people like him, Kane, in the territory who are willing to stand firmly and forever beside Xiao Ran and Artemis. If the most undesirable situation happens in the future, at least Burning Legion can still maintain it stably.
Kane suddenly thought of another problem, that is, Xiao Ran cannot recommend all the people in the territory to become participants without restrictions. The territory must be guaranteed to have strong enough power. This part of the power must also be unconditionally loyal and loyal to Xiao Ran and Artemis forever.
"Very busy."
Kane took out his Personal Terminal, and then called out the list of all S-class and pseudo S-class members, as well as the lists of the major forces under the territory.
"SEED World, Radam, two Frees, Revolutionary Machine World, the fleet, DC, Underground World, Zeon, Ironclad Dragon... Are these the only ones that can be fully trusted at the moment? Even the integration of OG is not worthy of complete trust."
"As for S-class Pilot and fake S-class Pilot, most of the people here also need to arrange to contact them and talk to them."
Looking up at the driver, Kane said, "Let's make some arrangements. I'm going to Britannia."
"Yes, Master Kane."