I, who was eager to retire, became an Imperial General.

Chapter 125 Intending to Fight the Seventh Legion

Under the attack of the Third Magic Artillery Regiment and the 1st Battalion of Magic Soldiers, the counterattack quickly ended in victory for the Imperial Army. Apart from the Star Chaser Cavalry Brigade led by Damon Morningstar, which was responsible for blocking the rear of the 1st Division and successfully broke through, all the remaining soldiers of the 101st Division of the Saga Kingdom were killed in the attack of the Magic 1st Battalion and the soldiers of the 1st Division.

"Major John Maslow, I have learned what happened from Samuel. On behalf of all the soldiers of the 1st Division, I thank you for your support this time."

Inside the temporary stronghold on the battlefield, Major General Tony spoke earnestly to John.

However, looking at the Air Force major in front of him, Tony's heart was filled with complicated feelings.

John was indeed extremely grateful to the major from the Third Air Army for leading his troops to rescue him.

After all, as an elegant nobleman who grew up receiving knightly education, he was not an ungrateful person and naturally knew the principle of repaying kindness.

The problem is that he is a member of the conservative camp, and his Leila family has close ties with the Ralph family.

Therefore, he was actually quite clear about the real reason why John was assigned to the Faoken battlefield by the Imperial Military Affairs Department.

He had even received instructions from his father that after meeting Major John in Faoken, he must find a way to kill him in order to fulfill Minister Michel's request and allow the family to advance further in the Conservative Party.

If it were before, he would have carried out his father's orders without hesitation.

but now……

Alas, fate, why do you play such a cruel trick on me?
Tony sighed inwardly, but he simply couldn't bring himself to betray his benefactor.

However, if the other side is allowed to continue to be active on the battlefield of Faoken, then the Huihou family will inevitably be targeted by the conservative party.

This was undoubtedly a difficult choice for him.

Tony's head throbbed with worry, but sensing the questioning gaze of the Air Force major in front of him, he forced a smile and suppressed his chaotic thoughts.
"At present, apart from Damon Morningstar leading a remnant army to successfully escape, the main force of the enemy on the Iron Horse Mountain front has been completely defeated thanks to your efforts. Next, I plan to lead my troops to Horseshoe City and try to establish a stronghold there in order to deal with the enemy's subsequent counterattacks."

"Major John, you must have had a tough time leading the entire battalion of magic soldiers in this battle. Why don't you come with the 1st Division to Horseshoe City to regroup, and then go to support the other fronts?"

"I have no objection; I'll leave it entirely to Major General Tony's arrangements."

“Very good. After arriving at Horseshoe City, I will report your activities on the Iron Horse Mountain front to the Military Affairs Department. I believe you will soon receive commendation from the Military Affairs Department.”

"However, right now, I need to take some men to retrieve the armored magic cannon regiment and treat the wounded. What do you think..."

"Major General Tony, you can go ahead with your work. I also need to have a meeting with the officers of the 1st Battalion to analyze the shortcomings of this operation."

“Very well, then let us meet in Horseshoe City, Major John. May the glory of the Empire be with you!”

"May the glory of the empire be with you!"

"Tap, tap!"

"..."

Standing there, watching Major General Tony turn and leave, John's expression remained calm, but his gaze gradually deepened.

Based on Tony's previous behavior, he had already realized that the major general seemed to be hiding something from him.

Moreover, it is highly likely related to the reason why he was assigned to Faoken this time.

So, besides assigning himself to this troublesome battlefield, that old bastard Wolf had other backup plans for dealing with him.

For example, secretly arranging for this major general from the 1st Division to assign him dangerous support missions, or even assassinating him directly?

Of course, given the Prime Minister's ruthless style, he certainly didn't just have Tony as an 'enemy'.

The two major generals from the 2nd and 4th Divisions probably received arrangements from their families to varying degrees, and were waiting for them to take the initiative to become stepping stones for their respective families to advance further within the conservative party!

Although I had prepared myself mentally when Conrad reminded me, I never expected things to be this serious.

There is Major General Tony, who has been given a mission to assassinate him, but is wavering in his moral compass due to the debt of gratitude he received in saving his life.

Outside, there was the orcish legion of the Morningstar clan, who had become their mortal enemy, and the Allied Seventh Legion, which had most likely already arrived.

"As expected, in this situation where I'm surrounded by enemies, my only option is to find a way to seize power, right?"

Otherwise, he might be stabbed in the back by his own side while fighting the Seventh Army. After all, he didn't know Tony well, and he couldn't be sure if Tony would continue to stand firm under moral condemnation.

In John's view, handing a knife to someone who might be an enemy was undoubtedly an extremely foolish act.

Rather than leaving his fate to others to decide, he would rather take control of it himself!
Coincidentally, he happened to have a suitable candidate in this power grab plan.

Thinking of this, John glanced silently at Samuel, who was arguing excitedly with Major General Tony in the distance, and a glint of light flashed in his eyes.

However, he remained outwardly calm as he turned to look behind him, where the men of the 1st Battalion were standing tall and looking at him with their heads held high, as if they were waiting for his praise for their outstanding performance.

He immediately suppressed his thoughts, then smiled and addressed the crowd:

"Well done, everyone. You all lived up to my expectations. But we can talk about praise later. Now, let's have a little meeting!"

……

"Tap, tap!"

Meanwhile, in the council hall of the City Lord's Mansion in Morningstar City.

Accompanied by a series of hurried footsteps, a centaur soldier rushed in amidst the astonished gazes of the crowd, bringing news that caused everyone present to change their expressions drastically:
"Urgent report from the Iron Horse Mountain front: Our army was ambushed by the Imperial Magic Army at the Iron Horse Mountain front. The Third Young Master Kenny was killed in action, Horseshoe City has fallen, and the 101st Division suffered a crushing defeat. Apart from the Star Chaser Cavalry Brigade led by Young Master Damon, no one else survived!"

"what!"

Upon hearing this news, Adam Morningstar, the current patriarch of the Morningstar Clan, immediately glared angrily, and felt a sudden dizziness, almost falling off his seat.

"Kenny!"

Upon hearing this devastating news, the clan chief's wife, who was standing nearby, immediately let out a mournful cry, and then her eyes rolled back as she fainted completely.

The once solemn and dignified council chamber instantly descended into chaos.

Although Adam, as the patriarch, was also heartbroken, he forcibly suppressed his grief and turned to look down at the Allied major general who was watching this scene in astonishment.

He immediately took a deep breath and said in a deep voice:
"Major General Leon, the situation is sudden, and I apologize for not being able to entertain you. Please understand."

"It's alright. Please accept my condolences, Chief Adam. I'll take my leave now and visit you another day."

Leon Lee, commander of the 4th Independent Division of the 7th Army, waved his hand, tipped his hat to the other party, and then led his men out of the chaotic council chamber.

"Enzo, arrange for intelligence personnel to investigate the specific situation on the Iron Horse Mountain front. Also, contact the Central Intelligence Department and have spies investigate the origins of that magic-based unit."

After getting into the jeep with his deputy, Leon pondered for a moment before giving the order to his deputy.

He then turned his head to look in the direction of Iron Horse Mountain in the distance, and a playful smile appeared on his lips.

I thought it would be another boring war, but unexpected changes occurred.

This time, my trip wasn't in vain.

However, what was the Empire thinking that would send an elite Imperial magic force to a battlefield that was extremely disadvantageous to magic soldiers?

Could it be that it's because of that ridiculous factional infighting again?

How short-sighted and foolish!

"However, even so, if I can kill it, it should be the best stepping stone for me to defeat Roxi and seize the position of Supreme Commander in one fell swoop, right?"

From this perspective, things seem to be getting interesting?

"Haha~"

Leon smiled slightly, then looked towards the direction of Iron Horse Mountain.

As if he could see through the constraints of space and confront the demon legion he was about to face, his eyes began to gleam.

……

(End of this chapter)