New Appointments

After a friendly exchange, Turas and Count Carter reached an agreement, and the internal differences within the Second Legion were temporarily put to rest.

Under the combined pressure from Carter and Turas, the internal situation of the Second Legion was readjusted, emphasizing balance.

The Second Legion currently has two Legion Deputy Commander, Cant and Zapar, each with two regiments under their command. Cant commands his own First Regiment and Ribelius's Second Regiment, while Zapar commands the Third and Fourth Regiment of Gerard and Hulk.

Meanwhile, Beck's Fifth Regiment remained neutral, obeying only the orders of Count Carter and Turas. In other words, Count Carter divided the Second Legion's power into three parts.

Except for the First and Second Regiments, which are beyond Turas's control, he can directly control the other two regiments under Zapar and the Fifth Regiment.

This gives him considerable control over the Second Legion, but not absolute control. The two regiments under Cant's command can also ensure the Second Legion's independence from Turas.

As a veteran, Beck was entitled to object to Turas's orders, obeying them but never blindly following them.

While Gerard and Hulk weren't entirely convinced of Zapar's abilities, they greatly admired Turas, having worked together before and recognizing Turas undeniable talent.

Even if Count Carter does run into trouble in the future and the Legion Commander is replaced, they will not be affected because of their relationship with Turas.

As for Zapar, although he nominally retained the position of Legion Deputy Commander, he was actually just a figurehead and a mouthpiece for Turas in the Second Legion.

This method of power distribution satisfied Turas. He could mobilize most of the Second Legion's strength to fulfill his ambitions, and he could also use the Second Legion and his Sixth Legion to suppress the Western nobles legions that would arrive later.

As for Cant, although he lost his original Acting Legion Commander, he was promoted to Legion Deputy Commander this time, which can be considered a real step forward. If he performs well, he may have a chance to become the Legion Commander. It can be said that Count Carter has reserved a possibility for him.

After Turas left the city lord's mansion, Zapar stayed in the Second Legion. After all, Zapar had already preserved his position and life, and it would not be appropriate for him to continue following him back to the Sixth Legion.

So in the end, only Karanga remained by Turas's side. As the former Personal Guard of Count Carter's personal guard, Karanga's betrayal of the Second Legion meant he could never go back.

Fortunately, Turas thought Karanga was a talented and capable man, so he saved him in front of the Second Legion Count Carter, on the condition that Carter and the Second Legion would not pursue Karanga's betrayal.

Turas, mounted on his horse, looked at Karanga following behind him and noticed that he seemed a little downcast. He then asked, "What's wrong? Are you reluctant to part with your Personal Guard or the Legion Deputy Commander you haven't even gotten yet?"

Karanga quickly replied, "No, Lord Turas, I am already very fortunate to have saved my own life. How could I dare to covet those official positions? It's just that I have worked so hard for so long, and in the end, it all came to nothing. It is indeed quite upsetting."

Turas smiled and said, "To be honest, it's partly my fault. I boasted that I would make you the Legion Deputy Commander of the Second Legion, but now I can't help you achieve that. It's my problem."

Upon hearing this, Karanga dared not take it seriously and quickly waved his hand, trying to say that he did not think so.

Turas said to himself, "However, I didn't give you the position of Legion Deputy Commander. The position of Legion Deputy Commander of the Sixth Legion is currently vacant. The original Legion Deputy Commander, Wen Du, has already died in battle."

Several veteran Regimental Commander are eyeing this position, especially Gaba and Ivand, both of whom have numerous battle achievements. I can't possibly pass them over and give you this position.

However, there is still one regiment in the Sixth Legion that does not have Regimental Commander. That is the Third Regiment. In the battle at the end of last year, the Third Regiment was wiped out in Cornwall County, following the Legion Deputy Commander Wen De, who had already been executed by me.

This Third Regiment is a completely new unit with no complicated relationships. Even if a new recruit were parachuted in, I could easily take control with my support.

"As long as you achieve enough merit with this Third Regiment, the Legion Deputy Commander will naturally be yours. How about it? Are you willing to accept?"

Karanga was increasingly surprised as he listened, and finally rolled off his horse and knelt on one knee in front of Turas's horse. "Lord Turas, I am grateful that you have entrusted the Third Regiment to me. I am willing to fight for you on the battlefield and die for you."

Turas was satisfied with Karanga's statement. He nodded and said, "Don't let me down. This time I'm going to do something big. You have to be prepared to give it your all."

"Yes!"

Karanga answered firmly.

After the two returned to the Sixth Legion's camp, Turas convened a legion meeting, at which he announced the appointment of the Third Regiment.

Turas held absolute leadership in the Sixth Legion, and all the senior officers of the Sixth Legion naturally accepted the absurd order to suddenly appoint an outsider as the Regimental Commander.

This completely put Karanga's mind at ease, gave him a deeper understanding of Turas's power, and made him determined to repay Turas's kindness.

Afterwards Turas readjusted the garrison in Carn City, with the defense zones of the Second Legion and Sixth Legion arranged in an alternating pattern to ensure his control over both legions. Thus, Turas gained full command of the garrison in Carn City.