The Adeptus Mechanicus

"Yes, it's Adeptus Mechanicus."

"You want to take action against the Adeptus Mechanicus?"

Almost as soon as he said those words, Lion El'Jonson became alert.

There is only one thing that can be used to Adeptus Mechanicus.

Icarus Emergency Protocol.

It was one of the wartime contingency agreements the Emperor signed with him, primarily targeting potential Horus Heresy by the Adeptus Mechanicus.

But how did Curze find out about this?

"Don't be so nervous, the Boss. Dad told me."

"Uncle?"

"Yes, Dad told me that, as things stand, any Military Reforms within the Imperium at present require your support as the Emperor's eldest son."

"What if I disagree?"

"My Dad said back then that if you disagree, I could go to Horus; he has enough influence in the army, but he's just a backup option."

"Is this why I Military Department?"

"You've misunderstood me again, the Boss."

"Seeking your help and support is part of the Military Reform Plan, and bringing you into the Departmento Munitorum is an issue that the Emperor and the Imperium Chancellor have discussed long ago, but that was after the Great Crusade."

"However, as everyone knows, due to some of your exceptional actions, you were placed in the Departmento Munitorum ahead of schedule."

When his unconventional behavior was mentioned, Lion El'Jonson fell silent again.

Because this was something he really couldn't explain to himself.

As agreed upon at the time, his promise to his brothers was that he would demand an explanation from Curze and seek a resolution.

But he didn't get the result, had no solutions, and ended up being tricked into joining the Departmento Munitorum.

It's a complete loss, like losing both wife and army.

There was no profit at all.

Should we begin our Investigation now?

"Lion El'Jonson, we can't do that now."

"Why is that? Roboute, I have a solution, and we have evidence."

"Just because they're the Adeptus Mechanicus, just because they're part of the Imperial Aquila, you never know what those Tech-priest will pull out of the water."

"Are we just going to stand by and watch them embezzle and corrupt, tarnishing the Great Crusade?"

"There is a solution, but we might have to trouble Uncle," Sanguinius said.

What method?

"Put pressure on the entire Imperium of Man."

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"Are you Great Angel?" Lion El'Jonson asked uncertainly.

"Of course I am me."

"Then why would you say such a thing?"

"Anti-Corruption efforts within the political system are achievable if handled properly, because Civil Servants prioritize stability."

"However, Anti-Corruption efforts within the military system could very well lead to a decline in troop morale, especially during Great Crusade. If handled improperly, it could very well result in a mutiny."

"Civil officials and military generals think differently, Lion El'Jonson."

Looking at Sanguinius, Lion El'Jonson had to admit that his brother had indeed changed a lot over the years in the Administratum.

"What does that have to do with Uncle? Are we going to assassinate him again?"

The other three looked at Lion El'Jonson strangely. Although this tactic could be used under special circumstances during the Anti-Corruption campaign, it was not suitable for Military Reform.

"My Uncle and I collaborated during the Anti-Corruption campaign in the political system, and the First Legion has experience in this area."

"Calm down, Lion El'Jonson. Just like Sanguinius said, Civil Servant and military officers think differently. Civil Servant officials aren't as bold as military officers."

"If we continue with this tactic, it's highly likely we'll make it real, and then Dad could really be in danger."

What else can we do?

"Calm down, Lion El'Jonson," Guilliman said. "We need Uncle to make the connection."

"Playing matchmaker? You mean the Necrons?"

"Yes, according to our Investigation, the Adeptus Mechanicus illegally retained and studied some of the technologies related to the Necrons Imperium."

"Furthermore, we have professionals here who can determine whether their technology originates from Necrons."

"Now we only need an external force to thoroughly investigate the Adeptus Mechanicus, and this external force must be strong enough that even the Imperium of Man must take it seriously."

"This is inviting trouble, Roboute!"

"No, Lion El'Jonson, you can't even begin to imagine the influence and weight your Uncle carries within the Necrontyr Dynasty. They'll know how to handle things properly."

Then the entire conference room fell silent. Half an hour later, Lion El'Jonson spoke again.

"I have a secret agreement here, an emergency clause signed between the Emperor and the Dark Angels, which allows us to take action against the Adeptus Mechanicus if necessary."

Hearing Lion El'Jonson say that, they knew there was hope for the future.

"Then I'll contact Dad right now."

"I'll go talk to Corax." Roboute got up and left.

"I'm going to find Alpha." The angel also left the meeting room.

In the end, only Lion El'Jonson remained in the conference room.

Now he regrets it somewhat, or rather, he regrets it very much.

If I had known that joining the Departmento Munitorum would mean getting involved in this mess, I shouldn't have reformed Aequus in the first place.

If the reform had succeeded, that would have been fine. But now, not only has the reform failed, but I've also ended up in the cesspool that is the Departmento Munitorum.

It's really not worth the risk.

However... as the eldest son of the Imperium, it's his turn to deal with the tough nut of the Adeptus Mechanicus.

At this moment, Han Mingxuan, who had just arrived at the Thousand Sons, received a letter from Curze.

"Oh, it's Curze. What can I do for you?"

"That's right, Dad. Now that Lion El'Jonson has conceded and is preparing to begin the first steps of Military Reform, we need your Dad."

How can we cooperate with you?

"Let Trazyn make an appearance in the Imperium."

"Using one tiger to devour another?"

"Yes."

"Okay, I understand. I'll discuss the specifics with the Necrontyr. Wait for my reply."

"Uncle, is there some urgent mission from the Imperium?"

Magnus put down his oversized gym equipment and asked, panting heavily.

Since Han Mingxuan taught the entire Thousand Sons the method of Dual Cultivation of Life and Nature,

Not only was the problem of Flesh Change in the Thousand Sons solved, but each of them also became a muscular hunk.

Even Professor Ahriman has turned into a monster of muscle.

"Preparations for Military Reforms in the Imperium have begun; we need some external pressure."

"External pressure?"

Do you remember Trazyn?

"Of course I remember. I remember we were going to Nuceria, and he even said that if we had any questions about the Necrons, we could ask the Adeptus Mechanicus."

At this point, Magnus realized what was going on.

"Are they planning to use the Necrons to threaten the Imperium into handing over the Adeptus Mechanicus?"

"Yes."

"Uncle, my Legion wants to join too."

"You?"

"Yes, Uncle, everyone in my Legion Psyker, and we have conducted research on certain Warp rituals of the Adeptus Mechanicus."

"Alright, when you return to the Imperium, take Lorgar with you and have him bring his Retinue."

The Adeptus Mechanicus is, first and foremost, a religion.

Since it's a religion, Lorgar is indispensable.

"Good."