Berserk, Total War: Second Son of Nobles

The cold wind in Padua is still biting, but it cannot blow away the rare warmth in the town hall.

This was the first Festival of the God of Light that they had celebrated since the establishment of the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth.

The siege that lasted for several months left the city in ruins. The stone bricks on the city walls were covered with cracks, the streets were filled with the smell of decay and gunpowder, many houses were dilapidated, and some places even had charred marks from artillery shell explosions.

Fortunately, the Yoda army outside the city finally chose to withdraw temporarily, loosening the blockade. Min Zeer also contacted the remnants of the rebels outside the city, allowing the city to obtain various assistance from the outside on a regular basis.

Minzer stood in front of the long table in the city hall. His figure was tall and resolute. Although his face was thin, his eyes were still bright, as if burning with a flame that would never go out.

Beside him were officials and soldiers from the Kingdom of Heaven on Earth, as well as city officials and representatives from various guilds. Everyone gathered together to celebrate this hard-won festival.

Inside the banquet hall, the food placed on the long table was a bit shabby, but it embodied the hard work of everyone.

The long-lasting hard bread, pickles, and air-dried meat were all sent by the rebels outside the city. The few fresh vegetables were bought from some citizens who grew vegetables in pots at home. The large birds that were shot down were unexpected gains that the soldiers accidentally discovered and shot down while patrolling on the city walls.

Min Caier cleared his throat, his voice steady and powerful, echoing in the slightly noisy banquet hall.

“Brothers and sisters.”

He looked around at everyone, his eyes firm and gentle.

"Today is the first Festival of the God of Light since the founding of our Kingdom on Earth. In the past year, we have experienced unprecedented hardships, including the heavy siege of Yoda's army, the extreme lack of supplies, and the cruelty and ruthlessness of the battles. But despite all this, we have never given up, never surrendered."

"We lost many comrades during this period."

Min Caier continued, his voice a little deeper.

"Their sacrifices have made it possible for us to gather together today. Their courage and faith will be forever etched in the history of Heaven on Earth."

The hall was silent, with only the occasional crackling of the fire in the fireplace.

“But we survived.”

Min Caier raised his head, and the flame of hope rekindled in his eyes.

"We have survived the most difficult times. We have defended our homes and our ideals. This is our victory."

"Today, we are not celebrating victory, but celebrating that we are still alive, we are still together, and we can continue to fight!"

Min Zeer raised his glass high:

"For the future of heaven on earth!"

"For our freedom!"

Everyone raised their glasses and cheers echoed throughout the banquet hall.

After the banquet lasted for a while, Father Walden came in from the side door. He looked a little serious, walked quickly to Münzer's side, and whispered a few words.

Min Ze'er nodded slightly, then gave a few instructions to the people around him and followed Walden out of the hall.

They walked through several corridors and came to a door. Min Caier opened the door and saw a familiar figure.

"Mr. Deco, why are you here?"

Min Caier walked forward with a surprised expression on his face.

"Mr. Min Caier, long time no see. You have become thinner."

Deke said with a smile and the two of them hugged each other.

Min Caier patted Deke on the back and said with a smile:

"This year of siege has been tough on everyone. I wonder what brings Mr. Deco back this time?"

Deke came closer to Minzer and said in a low voice:

"Mr. Muenzer, do you know His Majesty John of Helderland?"

"Of course I know. The only living saint, the founder of the Kingdom of Helderland, His Majesty Saint John."

Minzer answered without hesitation that he knew many people named John, but when it came to John of Helderland, it must be the one that everyone knew.

The name of St. John is highly regarded in Padua and even throughout the continent.

At the same time, Minzer's brain was working rapidly. He was afraid that Mr. Deco was originally a man of His Majesty John, and this time he came to see him on his behalf.

"Since you mentioned this person, I'm afraid it's likely that you are under his command."

"smart people!"

Deco expressed his admiration.

"As you said, His Majesty John has sent me to invite you to Helmingen. He is very interested in your heavenly kingdom on earth."

Deco continued, with a hint of mystery in his voice.

"Most importantly, he has the ability to protect all of you in Heaven on Earth. As long as he agrees, you will no longer be besieged by Yoda's army and can live peacefully on this land."

After hearing this, Min Caier felt something in his heart.

John of Helderland, the legendary "living saint", his ability and influence are unquestionable.

If we can get his support, the kingdom of heaven on earth may really be able to usher in new life.

But he did not agree immediately. Instead, after thinking for a while, he raised his concerns:

"But Padua is under siege now. How can I break through the blockade and leave here?"

"Don't worry about this, I have my own arrangements."

The next morning, in the Yoda military camp outside the city, Bosgod got up from his bed.

He rubbed his eyes, washed up, had breakfast, and then began to deal with military affairs.

Now that the available troops were greatly reduced, he had to change the siege to a siege.

But he also knew that such a siege would not cause much damage to the rebels inside. Looking at the rebels' mental state through the telescope, he knew that there must be a hidden transportation channel on the opposite side.

"Have any suspicious groups appeared near Padua recently?"

Bosgod asked the adjutant beside him, his brows furrowed and a hint of doubt in his eyes.

"This has not yet been warned by any patrol."

The adjutant thought carefully and added:

"There was a caravan from the Helderland Chamber of Commerce that passed by Padua at night."

"what!"

When Bosco heard this, he suddenly felt a surge of anger in his heart.

He slammed the table and said angrily:

"I knew it!"

He stood up and paced back and forth. Everything was explained, from why these rebels had artillery to why the besieged rebels in the city still had sufficient supplies. It was all explained after he met the Helderland Chamber of Commerce.

The Helderland Chamber of Commerce? That was the commercial power of the Helderland Kingdom. He had long suspected that the rebels in the city had external support, but he had never expected that it was actually the Helderland Chamber of Commerce.

"Increase surveillance! We must thoroughly investigate the situation of that caravan! Also, keep a close eye on the movements of the rebels in the city to see if they have any plans."