The long snowstorm finally passed. When the unnatural snowstorm stopped, everything in the city began to slowly return to order. This seemed to give Kislev a moment of breathing. The merchants seized the precious opportunity to start trade, and the farmers
Then seize the end of summer and plant crops with short growth cycles as much as possible. Of course, most food still has to be imported from other places. In any case, the riots have been completely suppressed.
Catalina wore a tight-fitting robe and came out of the Magic Academy. She rode a white horse and galloped towards the Winter Palace. When passing through the city square, hundreds of rebel corpses had not been collected yet. They
Impaled by spears and standing in the square, maggots crawled over the rotting corpses from time to time, and some crows stayed on them, pecking at the remaining flesh and blood. That was the organization of the mob that launched the riots two months ago.
No matter whether she caught them all or not, Catalina finally nailed these fifteen people in the city square to warn the betrayers of the fate. Some of them were just scapegoats, and without exception, they were all killed.
Some of those who were nailed alive bled for two days before dying, while others were tortured to death.
Caterina wrapped her robe tightly and kicked the white horse. The noble white horse neighed and ran hard across the square. When she left, she saw the pedestrians passing by around the square. People kowtowed to the queen, but Caterina saw it.
, there is not only fear in the eyes of the people, but also a trace of resentment. It is an emotion buried deep in the heart. But Catalina will not be disappointed by this, on the contrary, she feels satisfied. This is the rule, the huge kingdom, only
Only by making the people fear you can you maintain its stability. Those who expect the people to worship their leaders will eventually die of the people who put them on the throne. Kindness and love are only temporary, and only power and fear can make it stable.
The common people are stable.
A confident smile appeared on Caterina's lips. She rode a white horse and ran all the way to the palace along the Tsar's Avenue. The guards drove away the civilians on the road to allow the queen to pass smoothly.
In front of the gate of Bandaga Palace, Grand Duke Landao and his ministers had been waiting for a long time.
According to the Queen's order, they gathered here to discuss the next action. The news of Rhodes becoming king in the north had come, and Catalina went to the Magic Academy in person to transfer Dennis to the Ice Winter Palace.
The northern lords dare to resist themselves, then their daughter is their best bargaining chip.
Yes, they...Rhodes, Edmund...their daughters are all witches.
"Your Majesty, there is a ragtag group of people in the north. They do not pose any threat. The orc army has just raged in the north, with countless casualties. The largest fortress in the north, Watch Keep, was also reduced to ruins in that battle. Moreover,
Their army cannot compete with ours in terms of numbers or equipment. Before winter comes, let the Snow Eagle Legion attack, which will be enough to annihilate this rabble."
In the Ice and Snow Winter Palace, Sir Bastner spoke confidently. Catalina did not say a word, but Grand Duke Landao on the side interrupted him.
"A mob? I don't think so."
Landao said, scanning the audience with a majestic gaze. It can be said that in the entire Kislev, except for the Snow Queen, he has the highest status. Legend has it that he is also the Snow Queen's underground lover... But who knows, everyone
I didn't even dare to talk about it, I just whispered in private.
"The threat in the north is not as simple as you think. I have met Rodlawn, and I have fought with him. His bravery and resourcefulness are not something you people can match. The orc army went north and besieged him.
Watchburg, why wasn't that castle completely razed in the end? It was because Rhodes arrived with a sparse Northern Allied Force, diverted the greenskin army away, and finally succeeded in crossing the Twin River and throwing away the greenskins. This
You and I know that there is an army of orcs. If Ironhide had led this army to besiege Kislev, I am afraid that the city of Kislev would have been reduced to ruins today. Facing such a person, do you dare to look down upon him?"
Landao paused and continued -
"I'm not exalting my opponent or belittling myself. It's just the fact. Rodlawn also single-handedly killed the Ghoul King in his early years. He is a noteworthy opponent. Also, I must correct you, Bastner.
Sir, you don't know much about the North. Watch Castle is no longer the largest fortress in the North. The Black Hammer Fort led by the traitor Rhodes is. You should really ask the people in Elengrad, they will tell you
Your truth.”
After Landao finished speaking, everyone fell silent. Not only because what the Grand Duke said made sense, but also because of his status and identity. Even the Queen's most respected person said so. What else could they say?
"What's your opinion? Duke Randyll?"
Katarina asked softly, her eyes were full of appreciation, and at the same time, there was an emotion beyond appreciation. Even if others did not notice this emotion, Landao did. He "loved" Katarina because they
They are of the same race...
"Let me lead the army north to meet this bastard."
The Grand Duke said with confidence.
But the Snow Queen is obviously hesitant. Landao once defeated the Blood Hand Mercenary Group and put down the Elengrad Rebellion. If there is anyone in the entire kingdom who has the most strength to lead the army, it is undoubtedly him. But Katarina is against
The Grand Duke had special sentiments, and in fact she was unwilling to take any chances with him.
"Her Majesty the Queen?"
Landao continued to request. His pale and handsome face was filled with confidence and pride. He was confident because few people in Kislev had as much experience in leading troops as him. He was proud because of his noble blood and
Magnificent military exploits.
However, Catalina is still hesitant. If possible, she would prefer a blizzard to bury the northern border. But no, the distance is too far, and the magic cannot be so defiant. Unless she goes to the battlefield in person... But the entire Kislev
After experiencing the Elengrad Rebellion, the Ironhide Invasion, and the Civilian Uprising, it was already on the verge of collapse. If the Queen left the city at this time, there might be bigger moves in the rear... Katarina knew that she couldn't do it unless she had to.
Leaving the capital. The situation at this time is completely different from the situation during the Erengrad rebellion.
"Okay, Duke Landao, I order you to be the commander-in-chief of the Northern Expedition and lead the First Army to the north. Remember, proceed with caution. After arriving at Elengrad, unite with the local garrison to deal with the rebels."
Catalina ordered. However, this order was very gentle... so gentle that it was like a mother giving instructions to her child. Landao's face was a little ugly, but he still took the order immediately. He presented Bingxue with the attitude of a legion commander.