The uniform shouts of the garrison soldiers came from the city wall. Looking out from the city tower, the queen and her troops were marching across the vast plains.
She came back in triumph with the news of victory, but it was not a real triumph. The Griffin Legion was defeated, and the captives became undead and were raised again. However, the Southern Allied Forces led by Irene was defeated by Luo
The Northern Army led by Germany was defeated. This failure directly led to the reversal of the war situation. Now, she only has the shooting army that can fight the Northern Army, but the best way to use the shooting army is to defend the city. Rely on the tall city walls.
Defending her opponent, she lost the initiative. For the first time, Catalina was forced into a corner.
But, at least there is the city of Kislev. This great city has gone through countless hardships and still stands on this continent. Even during the invasion of Chaos, it has never been captured. What's more, Katrina comforts herself
Still, she could win the battle, and the army of the undead was still ready underground. And Rhodes' army had just finished the battle, and was exhausted from traveling day and night. She still had hope of winning.
The drawbridge of the city gate was lowered, and what blew in the face was not the breath of life, but the cold air. The imaginary scene of the people cheering loudly for victory did not appear. What appeared were withered and lifeless streets.
.Although the defenders cleaned the road into the city in advance, without the people who gathered spontaneously, the return seemed deserted and lonely.
Catalina doesn't care about this. To her, the living are not as loyal as the dead. Today they cater to you and support you with a smile, but tomorrow they might stab you in the back. People are unpredictable and are the most difficult thing in the world.
An elusive thing. Similarly, Catalina had no intention of holding any kind of triumphal ceremony. The northern army was behind her, with no more than a week's journey at most. She knew that the first important thing after entering the city was to arrange the defense line to defend the city.
At the same time, be optimistic about Dennis. That's her last bargaining chip.
The Queen's dark footsteps echoed in the cold Bandaga Palace, like a death alarm, echoing in everyone's heart. On both sides of the palace avenue leading to the Ice and Snow Winter Palace, the Krem guards looked nervous, and their hearts were as tight as strings.
.They can sense the anger of the Snow Queen when she returns today.
Instead of following the usual route, today, Catalina walked directly to the room where Dennis was being held. It was guarded by the most elite Royal Guards.
"Open it."
Katarina's cold words echoed in the silent corridor. Behind her, there were Krem guards who were also wearing plate armor.
The door carved with ice flowers was slowly opened, and Catalina walked in with a cold face. Her eyes were like frozen ice drills, and she looked around, with a terrifying expression of anger on her pale face.
"Where's that little beast?"
The Krem guards who were responsible for guarding Dennis outside the door hurriedly entered the door and looked at the empty room with panic. The room was spotless, with wardrobes, desks, and beds all there. However, the most important person, Dennis, was there.
Gone!
"Her Majesty the Queen..."
The guard's face showed an extremely remorseful look, and he knew that he had committed an unforgivable sin.
"She was still here yesterday."
"What about now? Did he disappear into thin air? Or did he put on his wings and fly away?"
Catalina's question was like an ice knife, hitting everyone's heart. In the suffocating atmosphere, no one dared to say a word. The queen's face became more and more terrifying, and she no longer looked like a normal person.
Suddenly, the faces of the two guards turned black. They struggled silently and fell to the ground in pain. In less than a few seconds, they had curled up on the ground and died miserably.
"That little beast can't escape far, chase her back! All carriages leaving the city will be investigated!"
Catalina gave the order, and that voice was full of resentment and anger. It was an order, but also a reprimand.
Ding dong, ding dong...
Stepping on the cold Winter Palace floor, Catalina quickly arrived at the prince's residence. It was the deepest part of the palace. Likewise, this room was guarded by loyal palace guards.
When Katarina opened the door, Pavel was still sleeping soundly on the bed. Of course, this was a fake sleep, he had known she would come. The first thing after entering the city may be to set up the city defense line, and then watch
Whether Dennis is still there or not, he will eventually come to find him. Pavel knows this, so he told his followers early on not to come looking for him in the near future, so as not to be discovered before the uprising.
Just like Dennis said before, if you want to overthrow Catalina, you can only succeed by waiting for the northern army to attack the city and cooperating inside and outside. The knights and small nobles alone will definitely not be able to overthrow the vampire queen. Pavel listened,
Of course, the main reason why he listened was that he knew how Duke Cohen died - being cut into pieces by a group of ghouls... Pavel believed that what Dennis said was true - in this cold palace
Below, there is a huge undead army. Catalina will not send them out unless it is absolutely necessary.
"My child, your disguise is so poor. Look at you, your breathing is uneven, and I can feel your heartbeat speeding up."
Caterina came over, sat on the ivory white chair, and stared at the prince on the bed.
Pavel then stood up slowly, showing a face that was half-smiling.
"Mother, long time no see. I heard that you defeated the rebels of Bacchus."
Pavel stood up, buttoned up his nightgown, and sat down. He wanted to talk properly, but there was a sneer on his lips unconsciously.
"You are very well-informed. Tell me, how do you know the situation outside in a room like this?"
Catalina sneered and asked.
This rhetorical question left Pavel speechless. He realized that he had inadvertently revealed something to his enemy, but it seemed that Katarina didn't care. She didn't care what her useless son could do.
"This is not a dungeon. People will always hear something when they come and go."
Pavel quibbled. His eyes looking at Katarina became uneasy.
But Catalina still looked at him coldly, her eyes still filled with disdain and contempt.
"Then have you heard about the disappearance of your little lover Dennis?"
Katerina asked coldly.
An expression of surprise appeared on Pavel's face unconsciously. Although he realized belatedly that this might be a test by the Snow Queen, it was too late. This exaggerated expression betrayed him.
"It seems that you have also been deceived by this little beast." Catalina sneered contemptuously, "She looks really innocent and lovely, but it's a pity that she is just another liar who is taking advantage of you."