In the five days after the Battle of the Holy Capital, the army and the garrison, with the cooperation of the intelligence system, inspected all the buildings in the Holy Capital, regardless of size, more than twenty times. After ensuring that the city was absolutely safe, the Empire Internal Affairs Management
Organizations have moved to the Holy City to work.
On the sixth day, Prince Visu Kedar and four imperial internal affairs supervisors entered the city. The president of the Royal Academy and the chief of staff of the imperial army went out to greet them. Because the prime minister always acted in a low-key manner, there were no other arrangements except for necessary security personnel.
People went to greet them. Although the scene was so simple, the size of the motorcade of the Prime Minister was still very large.
Looking at the walls of the Holy Capital that were being rebuilt, the Prime Minister seemed very happy. He helped the dean of the college up, who was about to kneel down to salute, and patted the gray-haired old man on the shoulder happily.
"It's hard for you." A sincere smile appeared on the Prime Minister's face: "It must be very hard to work with Cohen, right?"
"As long as it is for the empire, it is worth it for me to personally sacrifice everything. Besides, the emperor's performance has improved this time." Dean Lorenzo smiled bitterly and shook his head. In fact, with his character, how do you feel about following His Majesty Cohen?
Can it be described as just a hard job?
"What is the situation in the Holy Capital?" The Prime Minister turned to look at the General Staff Officer: "Is the public sentiment stable?"
"Reporting to the Prime Minister, the people of the Holy City are currently stable, and ordinary civilians are very supportive of the emperor." Carlos on the side replied: "The previous battles also went well. The damage to the city was minor, but the damage near the city wall was more serious. The palace was almost intact.
loss."
"That's good, I've been worried about this." The Prime Minister nodded comfortingly: "Has the emperor entered the palace?"
"His Majesty Cohen did not enter the palace. His Majesty said that he would have to wait until you come to discuss it."
"This kid, what is he doing these days?"
The general staff officer and the college dean looked at each other but didn't answer.
"What weird thing did he do again?" The Prime Minister immediately understood that Cohen must be doing something incomprehensible again.
"First, His Majesty the Emperor detained the priests of the Holy City Temple. From the highest-ranking high priest to the trainee priest who guards the gate, no one was left behind." After a long time, the dean finally spoke: "Second, we captured Luman.
, His Majesty the Emperor ordered Luman to be bathed in several buckets of milk every day..."
Now, even the Prime Minister was surprised: "Milk bath? Why?"
"Because His Majesty promised the high priest that Lu Man would die laughing." The general staff officer took over: "He is very particular about three meals a day. His Majesty the Emperor even gave his own meals to Lu Man, and also talked to Lu Man every day.
chat."
After hearing what the staff officer said, the Prime Minister's originally elegant expression showed a hint of coldness.
"Lu Man! If it were anyone else, I would wish him luck. But since it's you, this is the first time I'm looking forward to Cohen's nonsense..." The fierce look in his eyes flashed away, and Weisu returned to his usual self.
His graceful demeanor said: "You two, get on my carriage, let's go into the city together."
The barracks of the Guards was located in the square near the palace. Next to the tent where Cohen lived was the place where Lumann was imprisoned. At this time, the decadent Lumann was soaked in a barrel of milk, with only his head exposed.
, his eyes were staring blankly at Cohen sitting beside him.
Since being arrested, Luhrmann has spoken very little. Apart from Cohen's questions, he basically said nothing to anyone else.
Cohen flipped through the documents in his hand. As a winner, there was no arrogance or joy on his face, but a rare peaceful expression.
"Besides the two legions given to you by the Pota Empire, which other empire gave you troops?" Cohen looked at the list on the document and said to Luman without raising his head: "The Bansai Empire is very rich! It's simply
I will spare no expense to support you. It has been several days. If you can just say it out loud once, we will all save a lot of time."
Luhrmann looked at Cohen, his eyes still dull, his lips trembled a few times but he did not answer.
"Don't be so surprised. You know in your heart that I won't let you go. Although I promised the high priest to let you 'die with a smile', if you can't satisfy me, I can change my mind at any time." Cohen smiled slightly:
"If you want to hide something, I can set up a prostitute camp in the army specifically for your daughter. Have you never heard of this? Those smelly foreign soldiers will definitely like your daughter. I heard that her skin is very delicate.
"
Lu Man rolled his eyes and spoke with difficulty: "You...can't do this..."
Cohen continued to attack Luman in a light tone: "How you die and how your whole family dies depends entirely on your attitude. But speaking of which, your second young lady has some connections with me. She almost became
My wife..."
"Let her go..." Luman was enchanted and spoke very slowly: "All the crimes... were committed by me alone..."
"Everyone knows your crime, and you also know that you can't escape death." Cohen put down the document in his hand: "But I am still considering the fate of your daughter."
"If I tell the truth, will you let her go?"
"You must understand that you have no room for bargaining at this moment. Everything depends on my mood. This is the charm of power." Cohen stood up: "Because the Holy City is going smoothly.
That’s why I’m in such a good mood to let you live a few more days.”
At this time, the general staff officer came in and said something in Cohen's ear.
"I will come again tonight, and you'd better give me all the answers. You have this good treatment now, but it doesn't mean that you won't be tortured next moment."
Cohen asked the guards to put away the documents on the table, and walked out without looking back. In the empty tent, only Luman and a few magicians who were watching over him were left.
Prince Vesuvius had already started working, and he and the four internal affairs supervisors unceremoniously commandeered the emperor's tent.
"Cohen! How long do you want to stay here?" Seeing his son walking in, the prince said with a smile: "Your mother is also here with me. She wants to enter the palace as soon as possible."
"I have made arrangements, let's go in today!" Cohen sat next to Feline, picked up the document she was reviewing and looked at it: "Why is mother in a hurry to enter the palace?"
"Silly boy." The prince shook his head and said seriously: "Your mother wants to go to pay homage to the late emperor and his wife as soon as possible."
"It was my negligence." Cohen knocked on his head in annoyance: "There are too many things going on, I'm so busy that I'm dizzy."
"I don't blame you, such a tedious war has made you very tired." The prince was very considerate of his son: "I understand the situation in and around the Holy City. I am very satisfied with the result of the battle. The troops performed very well.
"
"We also have a lot of wounded soldiers. More than 3,000 people died in the battle near the city wall alone." Cohen turned to look at Feline: "I want to bury these soldiers together, and the cemetery needs to be repaired."
"Okay, leave this to me." Felin pressed Cohen's hand, looking concerned: "Have you not had much rest these days?"
"It's okay." Cohen looked at his wives: "Are you tired from the long journey?"
Several internal affairs supervisors had not seen Cohen for many days, and they were very concerned about it. However, because the prince was present, no one could express their thoughts. Cohen asked softly at this time, and the four ladies were very happy and shook their heads with smiles.
.
"By the way, father, did you read the letter I sent you a few days ago?" Cohen thought of something else: "Is it in time?"
"Are we going to invite envoys from various countries to watch the ceremony? I have already made arrangements and the messengers have already set off." Weisu replied to Cohen while reviewing the documents: "Don't worry! They have been watching our every move for a long time.
, not only will ministers be sent this time, but we also have gifts to receive."
"Originally, this enthronement ceremony could be simpler, but after careful consideration, it would be better to be more grand." Cohen explained: "I have already sent a letter to the Light God Clan as a divine knight."
"Using the incident with the temple priest as an excuse?"
"Yes, I want to spy on the attitude of the Protoss." Cohen nodded: "There are many things unclear at the moment, and the attitude of the Protoss will largely affect the future development of the empire."
"This is a good excuse. You can't tolerate this group of people anyway. For the sake of convenience in the future, it's right to change these priests." The prince thought about it: "But your spying behavior itself is not very rational. God Clan
They will not understand your intentions, and they will definitely respond to your probing behavior in other ways."
"I have already thought of this." Cohen smiled: "The method I chose is more explicit, but there is still room for the matter to be big or small. Even if the Gods are somewhat dissatisfied with me, it will not be serious.
Wherever I go, the most they can do is make me feel a little uncomfortable."
"If you can bear it, I have no objection." Prince Weisu put away the documents in front of him: "Get ready to enter the palace! We still have a lot to do."
"Father." When she heard that she was about to enter the palace, Feilin stood up and asked, "Do we need to hold any ceremony when we enter the palace?"
"There is no need for the ceremony." Cohen expressed his attitude before the prince spoke: "It is not good to make it too complicated. Besides, there will be a coronation ceremony soon."
"Then just keep everything simple." Prince Weisu nodded: "Anyway, there is not even a priest to preside over the ceremony."
Although no ceremony was held, the dean of the college still insisted on leading the civil and military officials to line up in front of the main entrance of the palace to welcome the emperor into the palace. Officials in formal court uniforms stood outside the wide palace gate.
In the eyes of some officials, the moment Cohen walks into the palace will be the beginning of his happy life - the people standing outside the palace door at this time, regardless of their official positions, are all the founding heroes of the empire! This special
The status will be very stable and noble unlike that of future officials.
Cohen didn't even have time to show a disgusted expression, the congratulatory voices of these officials sounded in unison: "Congratulations to the emperor on entering the palace - long live the emperor!"
At least he managed to put a smile on his face and nodded frequently to the officials, but in his heart he wanted to kick these people out of the city one by one. What was there to congratulate on becoming the emperor?
Prince Weiss and his wife stood behind Cohen, and the four ladies stood on either side of Cohen.
"Open the central door." Dean Lorenzo walked out of the queue: "Welcome His Majesty the Emperor to the palace!"
The newly rebuilt central gate of the palace slowly opened, revealing a jade avenue that led directly to the palace hall and was specially designed for the royal family to walk. On both sides of the road, stood rows of Guards soldiers with bright armor and strict military appearance.
Cohen stretched out his hand and gestured to Dean Lorenzo. After talking to Cohen for a few words, the dean showed a hint of shame on his face, but His Majesty Cohen was still comforting him.
A large, tightly wrapped carriage drove up from behind and stopped beside His Majesty Cohen. After stopping, the driver immediately unloaded the horses.
His Majesty Cohen and Dean Lorenzo walked over and held the carriage on the left and the right. Since both His Majesty and the Dean held the carriage, the officials had to go.
The smarter people already know who is on the carriage. It is the late emperor - Fichet Chamet.
"Fichet, we're going home." Cohen said softly, his eyes becoming moist.
Hearing His Majesty the Emperor's words and remembering the face of the late Emperor Fichet, the eyes of those officials who often worked with Fichet immediately turned red, and guilt arose spontaneously. The wheels were turning slowly, and in everyone's eyes
Under the watchful eyes, the carriage was pushed into the palace gate by the ministers with tears in their eyes.
"Stand at attention - salute!" Soldiers on both sides of the road saluted.
The carriage was pushed to the main hall before the magicians took over and moved it into a well-defended building in the imperial garden. In the past few days after seizing the Holy Capital, the elf magicians, under the guidance of Bai Ying, used the palace to
For the defense range, a brand new magic circle was built.
Cohen supervised the entire process until the magic crystal surrounding Fichet's body was placed.
After everyone else exited, Cohen patted the magic crystal and said goodbye to Fichet: "Crow, I have to go out and help you manage the country. I'll see you again at night."
When they returned to the main hall, the officials were reporting the status of the empire to the Prime Minister and the Internal Affairs Supervisor. Cohen made a gesture of no need to interrupt to them and sat down in his seat casually.
The officials' conversation immediately stopped. Judging from their eyes, many of them were struck by Cohen.
Although in Cohen's mind, this golden throne studded with gems was no different from other seats, it looked different in the eyes of some officials. They also designed a series of small ceremonies for His Majesty Cohen to sit on the throne.
Woolen cloth!
Cohen looked at the officials who were dumbfounded and asked puzzledly: "What's wrong? Keep talking."
"Yes." The official who was speaking saluted: "Judging from the current situation, there are no large-scale rebels in the empire anymore, because our army has blocked the roads in other directions, and most of the scattered rebels are
The army fled to the Pota Empire. Of course, there are also some noble scum here who know that they will die... Our suggestion is, can we send a cavalry to chase and suppress them? Otherwise, they will regroup in the Pota Empire. In the days to come,
There is the potential to disrupt our borders."
"There is no need. Our army has been very exhausted after days of fighting. Besides, the focus now is on stabilizing the country. The army cannot be dispersed. It must stay near the Holy Capital and continue to deter those provinces that have not clearly surrendered to us." The Prime Minister has already said.
The emperor responded: "As for the scattered armies, we can reach an agreement with the Pota Empire through other means and let it solve the problem for us."
"What the Prime Minister said is correct, but this is what I am worried about." The official said worriedly: "The power struggle within the Pota Empire is very complicated, and the relationship between various classes and the rebels has always been ambiguous. They are very likely to
Perfunctory us."
The Prime Minister turned to look at Cohen: "Emperor, what do you think?"
"As far as I'm concerned, this is not a problem." Cohen sat crookedly on the throne, holding his chin with one hand: "Although the Pota Empire used to wear the same pants as the rebels, it was an empire after all. We should
Treat our neighbors in a peaceful manner, and don’t send troops to wreak havoc on the border as soon as we regain the empire. Others will say that we are unkind.”
"But Your Majesty, these people will always be a hidden danger to the empire as long as they exist."
"Don't worry, we should trust other empires." His Majesty Cohen replied lazily: "If you can't trust other empires, aren't there still just and great gods of light?"
Upon hearing what Cohen said, all the officials knew that His Majesty had an evil idea in his mind, so they stopped discussing this issue.
"Your Majesty, how should we treat other provinces that have not joined us?"
"This is easy to handle. Aren't you preparing for the enthronement ceremony?"
"Yes, Your Majesty." The dean stood up and replied: "Because we have to wait for the special envoys from the gods and various countries, the enthronement ceremony will not be ready for about a month."
"My dean, this is a big event, don't be so impatient. We'd better hold the ceremony in two months. I want all the provincial governors to attend." Cohen smiled slightly: "For those who have not yet surrendered,
Province, I will send the Acting Foreign Secretary there, so you don’t have to worry.”
"Then the decrees for each province will be issued soon?"
"Notice to all provinces at the same time." The Prime Minister once again replied on behalf of the emperor: "Don't you understand? The emperor has recognized their status as provincial governors. With the promise of the Keda family, they will not have any objections. Just rely on their hands.
With that little strength, they can’t make trouble.”
"My father is right." The emperor concluded with a smile: "They don't have the strength to rebel, so they have to love peace."
Hearing the emperor's simple evaluation, the officials broke into cold sweat. What kind of theory is this?
"I have to take this opportunity to announce something." The emperor didn't care about the officials' feelings. He continued in a lazy tone: "In the future, the main hall meeting will be held every three days. The minister of state and the internal affairs supervisor will handle it upstairs.
For official business, officials from the Holy City can see me every morning, and for special matters, you can see me at any time. Those who are above the deputy director of each department, the clan leader of each clan, and the captain of the legion and above can see me at any time - of course, I will refuse if I am unhappy."
"Yes, Your Majesty." The officials sweated even more.
"Then, each ministry must recruit officials, but you must pay attention to the selection of officials. It is better to have fewer officials than to overfill them. We cannot let mediocre people take power. Fortunately, there are still two months left, and you may have to be busy for a while." His Majesty stood up.
: "When I take the throne, I hope to see a well-functioning internal affairs system."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
"Is the Governor of the Holy Capital City, Colter, here?" Cohen glanced at the officials.
"Here." Colter stood up hurriedly: "Please give me your Majesty's instructions."
"In five days, I will execute the rebel leader Luman, right on the altar of the Holy Capital. Get ready." Cohen said with a smile: "According to his own request, he will die with a smile. I want the Holy Capital to
Residents and military representatives from various countries came to see it."
"Yes, Your Majesty. Are the other rebel prisoners executed at the same time?"
"Let's do it together." Cohen nodded: "There is no need to waste too much time on these filthy scum."
"Your Majesty, the so-called death with a smile is a special execution method that is not suitable for civilians to watch." The dean stood up and objected: "The people will be dissatisfied with us when they see Lu Man die in such a comfortable way."
"Why?" Cohen scratched his head.
"Because that... is to give Luman several women... and let them take poison together..."
"No! Although we all die with a smile, my method is rather special." Cohen chuckled: "Colter, you prepare three hundred sheep and starve them for three days."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
"Well, everyone, today's meeting ends here. We have just arrived in the Holy Capital, and the official residence has just been arranged. You also need some time to settle down with your family, so go back and clean up! I also have to deal with some personal matters."
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty, and I bid farewell to Your Majesty." (To be continued)