Resolve

Inside a building in the Carn City, Cant sat silently in a chair, while Gerard and Hulk beside him seemed rather uneasy.

"Acting Legion Commander Cant, Ribelius hasn't returned for so long, I hope something's wrong with him!"

Hulk finally couldn't hold back any longer and leaned over to Cant to ask.

Ribelius went to communicate with Zapar and the legion as Cant had instructed, and the group of them waited for the results.

"Don't worry, Brother Ribelius will be fine."

"But..."

Just as Hulk was about to continue speaking, a noise suddenly came from outside the door.

"Cant, are you there?"

Gerard stood up abruptly, walked to the door, and flung it open. Sure enough, Belius was standing outside.

The group breathed a sigh of relief when they saw that Ribelius was perfectly normal.

After entering the room, Ribelius did not speak. He first found the kettle, poured himself a glass of water, and drank it all in one gulp.

"Ah, that feels so good! I was so thirsty! That bastard Zapar didn't even offer me a sip of water!"

At this moment, Hulk walked up to Ribelius and asked with concern, "Ribelius, we were so worried about you! Why did you take so long? Did Zapar give you a hard time?"

Ribelius patted Hulk on the shoulder and looked around at the people around him. Everyone's expression was a mixture of worry and curiosity.

Ribelius knew that everyone was really concerned about him, so he said directly, "Don't worry, Zapar is, after all, an old subordinate of Count Carter, and has been our colleague for so many years. He won't go too far."

I also learned some things from him. This unit was Cavalry Regiment of the Sixth Legion, and the current Regimental Commander was named Dirac.

However, when I asked Zapar why this force had suddenly occupied our city gates and disarmed our guards, he did not give me any answer.

After that, I kept trying to get more information out of Zapar, but unfortunately, he was tight-lipped.

According to him, Count Carter's recommendation of you, Cant, as the new Legion Commander was procedural and did not have the consent of the Grand Duke and the War Department.

Therefore, it is against the rules for you to be the Legion Commander. According to the normal order of positions, Zapar should be the most suitable candidate.

Oh, and one more thing, Gerard. I ran into one of your men; he said he has something for me to give you.

After saying Ribelius took out a letter tube from his pocket and handed it to Gerard.

Gerard took the mailbox and opened it directly. He saw the contents of the letter and, sure enough, it was the undercover agent he had planted in Zapar.

However, after reading the contents of the letter, Gerard paused for a moment.

Gerard then handed the letter directly to Cant: "Cant, what do you think? It seems this unit is indeed up to no good!"

Cant took the letter and read it carefully. After reading it, his face turned gloomy.

"What exactly happened?"

Hulk looked at the two of them with a puzzled expression.

Gerard shook his head and said nothing for a while.

Cant, who had been silent, suddenly spoke up, "This letter came at the right time. According to the intelligence in the letter, the intelligence department has confirmed the enemy's objective."

The Sixth Legion's Legion Commander, Turas, harbored great ambitions. He desired control of the Second Legion and planned to support Zapar as its new Legion Commander, with Karanga as his Legion Deputy Commander.

Hulk was furious after hearing this. "Why should I? What is Turas doing? Don't think that just because he was once Count Carter's student, he has the right to interfere in the affairs of our Second Legion."

Ribelius also spoke up, "Why did Turas do this?"

He was also the Count's apprentice, and we all worked with him for a long time.

After this guy became the Legion Commander of the Sixth Legion, we even sent a congratulatory letter together with the Count.

How did things suddenly turn out like this?

Gerard patted Hulk on the shoulder, who was still angry. "This is normal. After all, the Legion Commander of our Second Legion is currently unwell, and there really isn't anyone in the entire legion who can truly take on the responsibility."

I wasn't talking about you, Cant. After all, before the Count designated you as his heir, we were all just following the crowd and supporting Zapar.

As he said this, Gerard was also looking at Cant.

Cant shook his head. "I understand what you mean, Regimental Commander Gerard."

In a sense, I am not the most suitable candidate, but Count Carter is my teacher, and he chose me as his successor. I am confident that I can do a good job.

So I hope you will support me from now on, no matter what happens.

Ribelius, Hulk, and Gerard all stood up, bowed, and indicated that they would follow Cant.

"Alright, this matter is clear. This force is here to support Zapar and Karanga. They probably intend to delay until Turas arrives with the Sixth Legion."

With the endorsement of the Sixth Legion Commander, who holds the official seal of the Duchy of Turas, and Zapar and his men possessing the seal of the Second Legion Commander, they might actually gain the approval of some people.

After Cant finished his analysis, Hulk quickly reassured him, "The three of us are definitely fine, we will still support you."

At this moment, Ribelius interjected. "What use are we alone? What about our Battalion Commander? Didn't Zapar instigate your troops this time?"

Not to mention Beck and the others.

At first, Hulk and Gerard looked displeased when they heard Ribelius's words, but when they heard the last sentence, they both started to sweat.

Gerard's originally serious expression turned worried. "I don't think so, Master Beck. He has been following the Count the longest. If he didn't think he was too old, Zapar would not have become the Legion Deputy Commander."

Hulk also looked worried. Beck was referring to the Regimental Commander of the Fifth Regiment of the Second Legion, who was nearly sixty years old and had been persuaded by Carter to return to the corps.

He enjoyed immense prestige in the Second Legion, and if he hadn't been unwilling, he might have been the most suitable person to succeed him as Legion Commander.

"Beck won't get involved in this, but I doubt he'll help me either. He might see this as a test for me."

Cant said with a wry smile.

Ribelius looked at Cant and said, "Cant, what do you think we should do? Should we take action, cut off Turas's tentacles that are interfering with our legion, and take control of Zapar and Karanga?"

"Once we buy some time and obtain permission from the Grand Duke and the War Department, there shouldn't be any problems."

"Yes, let's do it, this is indeed a good idea."

Hulk also agreed.

"You're making a mess of things. We're all Duchy's Direct Legion, and you're attacking each other? Do you want to ruin Count Carter's reputation in his later years?"

Gerard disagreed.

"Then what do you suggest we do? We can't expect Zapar and the others to give up and surrender to us now!"

Hulk retorted.

The two soon started arguing, Cant tried to stop them, but Ribelius him back.

"It's alright. These two have always been like this. Let them vent their frustrations. Maybe they'll make up in a little while."

However, Cant, this might indeed be a test. If you can pass it, you will have no more obstacles within the Second Legion.

Cant looked at Ribelius and understood the expectation in Ribelius's words. This older brother had supported him from the beginning as the new Legion Commander.

Cant made up his mind, slammed his hand on the table, and attracted the attention of the two people who were arguing.

Cant said, "The letter said that Turas will arrive in Carn City tomorrow afternoon. We are very pressed for time. Once Turas arrives, we can forget about capturing Zapar and the others again."

"I've made up my mind. Everyone, mobilize the army! We must retake the city gates and capture Zapar and his men!"

Hulk was overjoyed. "Yes, that's how it should be!"

Gerard, however, remained calmer. "Legion Commander, when do we make our move?"

"Tomorrow morning, but try not to use force directly. First, assemble the troops. Gather everyone here except for Mr. Beck's Fifth Regiment. Let's see if we can scare them away?"

"Good!"

The three men agreed and immediately left the room to organize the troops.