Chapter 325: The End of Rance's Visit to the Snowy Prov

am more reliable than the guards around youTalya seemed to accept that she wasn't weak.She understood that Lanci had the kind of shrewdness common to astute businessmen."Relatively speaking, yes."Lan...Chapter 326: The End of Rance's Visit to the Snowy Plains Province

In Queenston, the pale afternoon light slanted over the city walls as winter's chill deepened.

As I walked along, the city walls were still lined with fine white snow that had not yet melted. This layer of silvery white covering made the patterns on the stones even more visible in the sunlight.

The meeting between the chieftain and the lords was almost coming to an end.

Tomorrow, he will complete all the tasks that only he, as governor, could do, and then leave the Snowfield Province to travel north to the distant Northern Border Province.

Speaking of which, I heard from Professor Mei that an investigation team came to the Imperial City. You must have revealed information to those visitors from the Imperial City, and because of what you told them, you further misunderstood him as me. I'm a little concerned about what they specifically said to you.

Lanche turned his head and asked the several city lords,

Several lords instantly became a little embarrassed.

After the final investigation, Professor Mach was actually a ghost party operative. He used to teach at the Protoss Royal Magic Academy and later resigned to live in the Box Mountain Province. Taking advantage of the current situation, information gap, and his extremely strong persuasive ability, he found an opportunity to almost infiltrate the inner circle of the Snow Field Province.

If Professor Mach and Baron von Born were truly to join forces and take control of the Frostfang Province, the consequences would be unimaginable. They would likely pay an irreparable price before they even had a chance to uncover the truth.

They could say that in this matter, their governor was saved and no matter how he punished them, they wouldn't have a complaint.

The lords exchanged brief, sideways glances before Sir Levan Quinston finally spoke.

"There's a rumor going around recently. Apparently, Boon City up north received some unidentified refugees who claimed that something terrible happened in the northern regions. However, after we contacted the border province, we found nothing to support their claims. We couldn't even trace the identity they claimed to have. It was as if this person had been fabricated out of thin air. They also seemed mentally unstable and were sent to the hospital shortly after, where they eventually died."

Have you gone to the north for an on-site inspection

Ranch rubbed his chin and nodded.

Actually, from his conversation with Lord Quincyston, Lancy had already known that the investigative team was under orders not to divulge information. So he asked directly, as several lords might be vague or it would be quite troublesome to ask for every piece of crucial information one by one.

Based on the investigation team's route, Lance probably had some guesses too, and it's highly likely that it has something to do with the northern border province. This is exactly the final destination entrusted by Cloris for him to investigate. Even Cloris's father, [Origin Stone - Undead]'s holder, Duke Morotiam Berrenharde, disappeared in this northern region.

"This matter is too outlandish. It is said that not only our Snow Field Province, but also other northern city-states have received similar refugees, thus finally attracting the attention of the Imperial City, dispatching a elite investigation team led by Major General Fan Lecou."

The lord on the side added.

Major Fan Lei…

Lancy muttered to herself.

Lance had heard about this Imperial General in the capital. He was born into a noble family in the Protoss Empire and received rigorous military training and strategic education from a young age. Even in his youth, he showed extraordinary command ability and combat prowess. Now, at only thirty-five years old, he is a renowned Seventh Rank powerhouse and a Junior Marshal of the Empire.

The Empire will send out Major General Von Reck, surely the potential threat of this situation is greater than what appears on the surface.

"It's frightening now. Residents can't contact the south, and transportation north is temporarily cut off. Communication nodes in the north are constantly unstable. We're worried that enemies might pour into the north at any moment, an invasion we can't withstand. The main troops are stationed in the northern border province and northwest province. It's unlikely that the capital would allocate resources to concentrate here in this snowy region with a relatively small built-up area."

"At that time, the orbital track was still in operation. The spies we sent to investigate confirmed upon arrival that everything was fine."

As Lanci was deep in thought, the Lord sighed again.

Actually, there shouldn't be any major issues, because the war hasn't started yet, and the northern front line has enough troops to guard it, so nothing unexpected should happen.

It is speculated that spies from enemy countries are attempting to spread panic and suspicion in the north.

What on earth could be so terrifying that you're all this concerned about it

Lance asked again.

Now that everyone is together, linking this incident to Professor Mage's blunder, they naturally wouldn't dare to take it lightly. Seeing someone break the ban first, they weren't afraid either and just spoke their minds freely.

His sharp questions, like a cold dagger, made everyone in the room feel the tension in the air.

The nobles looked at each other, their eyes filled with unease and hesitation. Some swallowed nervously, while others unconsciously rubbed at their collars.

In this stillness, only the sound of faint breaths and exchanged glances could be heard.

Finally, Leven Kinsington stepped forward slowly, his eyes resolute, the wrinkles on his face and a head of silver hair adding to his air of gravitas and authority.

"The refugee said… "

Lord Levenson's voice faltered, struggling to find the words.

"The Northern Border Province has been razed, its land now painted crimson with blood."

He whispered in Lance's ear.

Though no one would readily believe such a preposterous story, it was chilling to hear, especially in the current wartime atmosphere. Once spread, even if completely unfounded, it could easily spark widespread panic.

"..."

Lance, upon hearing this, fell into thought once more.

He stood upon the city wall, his gaze fixed on the distant horizon. The snow-capped mountains were barely visible through the frost and snow, their outlines blurred.

Even the place where even Corliss's father disappeared must be extremely dangerous.

If he goes alone, he will probably die without a doubt.

Originally, I thought that with the protection of the Holy Lord, we would be absolutely safe. However, it seems that as we continue north, there may be dangers that even the Holy Lord cannot handle.

In that far north, something seems to be brewing, approaching a breaking point invisibly.

"Aaskhan, do you intend to harm the Empire"

Lan Qi lightly parted her lips, murmuring to herself. Facing the north wind, she gazed at the crisscrossing frost and chill. Her emerald eyes shone like a beacon.

Something is wrong in the north, guarded by Bishop Silence. Regardless, Head Bishop Askshan is ultimately responsible.

Governor Harold MacCarthy will certainly investigate everything and bring all the evils to light in the Imperial City of Herrohm!

(End of Chapter)

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