Can't I develop my own character?

Doesn't the Lord of Hicks City know about this? He certainly does, but it doesn't matter. As long as there's money to be made, that's all that matters.

Moreover, the Augustus Empire had not carried out military expansion for many years, and no large-scale war had broken out on the border between the two countries for thirty years. This front line that once blocked the invasion of the Augustus Empire had almost been forgotten.

Thirty years is enough for people on this front to forget many things. Compared to preventing a war that is almost impossible to happen, real gold coins are obviously more tempting.

Of course, this route is not only used by people from Hicks City, there are also merchants from the Augustus Empire, or even more, otherwise "Charlie" would not have been able to obtain this information.

And now, there are 15,000 enemy troops stationed in the Hicks Front that has turned into a forest. What does this mean?

"We can set a huge fire in these places!" Gluck's eyes lit up. "Once the fire starts, it will spread along this entire front... This road is their only way to escape."

"So we just need to block this place."

"Yes... Then get ready for a quick fight!"

...

'Xia Li' acted quickly, with more than 3,000 people moving overnight. The bulk army was responsible for setting fires, while the Royal Guards and the Iron Blood Legion were responsible for killing people. The time was still set at dawn.

This time is more suitable for sneak attacks than late at night, and considering the convenience of retreat, it will be daybreak after the attack, so we won't get lost and run into the territory of the Kingdom of Caint.

While Ryan was still anxiously waiting for the latest news from the Western Territory, a fire had already started on Hicks's unnoticed front. The fire burned on three sides for nearly half an hour before anyone reacted. At this point, the fire was almost reaching the border army's stronghold.

It happened that the wind and waves rose, and the wind at dawn carried the fire into the sky, like the morning light on the horizon.

tumultuous!!!

The flames rose up, carrying countless fiery red flocs with them and floating towards the sky. The continuous pieces of fiery red turned into a sea of ​​fire, surrounding the garrison on the Hicks Front.

This fire was much bigger than the one that 'Xali' had set in the Lierta Mountains before. The people on the mountain had no way to escape and could only choose the only evacuation route to Hicks City.

And 'Xia Li' had already brought people to block the exit. The road was so narrow that people going down the mountain could not get out, and people on the mountain could not come down. Soon, miserable wails were heard from the flames.

Fifteen thousand people!

They were blocked on a small road. This was the battle line that the Cainte army had used to hinder the advance of the Augustus Empire by taking advantage of its natural geographical advantages. Now, due to the terrain, the people trapped in the mountains had nowhere to escape.

The fire burned for two hours, and the flames, driven by the wind, had completely burned down the garrison. The safe zone was getting smaller and smaller. Some people saw that the way down the mountain was blocked and had to rush into the fire. Some rolled down the cliff and their lives were unknown. The remaining people were fighting the most brutal war.

Gluck was right. There were only 15,000 people here, and they were a bunch of lazy and incompetent guys.

In front of such an army, the Iron Blood Legion was indeed qualified to slaughter indiscriminately. Have you ever seen a wolf be overwhelmed by fleeing sheep? This kind of thing is commonplace for them. Fighting with fewer people against more? The Grand Duke said, the advantage is mine!

As fewer and fewer people came down the mountain, 'Xia Li' checked the time and confirmed that support for the Hicks City defense line should be arriving soon. She rushed into the crowd, rushed up the boundless sea of ​​fire, and finally stopped on a hilltop on the Hicks defense line. She took out the flag symbolizing the Augustus Empire from her backpack and fiercely planted it!

Boom~~

The wind and waves came with a burning sensation like fire, the flags swayed in the fiery sea, and the dawn light illuminated the earth, appearing incomparably dazzling at this moment.

.....

[Bathed in the divine light of war, your abilities are enhanced.]

[Physique +3]

【Spirit +3】

【Magic +3】

When Ryan got up yawning, he was confused by a series of prompts that popped up in the game.

Three attribute measurements +3, and a Death Ring for free?

"Wait, what's going on?!"

In the picture of 'Xia Li', she was leading the team to evacuate quickly, and behind them were pursuers with no end in sight!

Charlie stopped on a hillside and gave Ryan a chance to look back. "Fuck, how many people are here?!"

All they could see was the horizon, densely packed with people, definitely tens of thousands, and they were so aggressive that it felt as if 'Xia Li' had brought people to kill their entire family.

Fortunately, the distance is far enough and it is impossible to catch up in a short time.

Looking at their current location, they had already reached the border of the August Empire. If they crossed any further, the Caint Kingdom army would not dare to chase them anymore.

Ryan quickly looked through the AFK records, and the expression on his face instantly became strange.

He knew yesterday that 'Charlie' was planning to overthrow the Hicks Front, but his attention had been on the Western Territory these days. Yesterday, he was still thinking that if the Grand Duke could rise from his coffin, then everything might still be able to turn around.

"...Luckily, I escaped safely."

Ryan kept staring at the game interface until 'Xia Li' led the team across the border between the two countries, and then Kainte's pursuers finally stopped.

He didn't think too much about it now, and directly gave Xia Li the order to return to the capital.

Stop fighting, sister, seriously, if you keep fighting you’ll be promoted to marshal!

It's not that they are worried about 'Charlie's' outstanding military achievements, but the current situation is unstable, and the ones who stick their heads out get shot. Although 'Charlie's' current level is not enough to attract attention... Well, maybe it was before, but after the burning of Hicks this time, I'm afraid this temporarily cobbled-together army will become famous.

As expected, nothing unexpected happened and he became famous.

When 'Charlie' returned to Berman City with the remaining 3,000 or so troops, the news had already spread through the city government. This was a great opportunity for publicity. The princess's general 'Charlie' led the troops to repel the invasion of the Kingdom of Caint and even burned Hicks, allowing the empire flag to fly high in a foreign territory!

Casradi was indeed very happy. Although the things in the western region were a bit annoying, what she looked forward to most every day was the latest battle report from the front line.

With this wave of criticism hitting Hicks, how could she miss the opportunity to publicize it?

The rules of the border are actually very simple. As long as you are strong enough, there will be a steady stream of people migrating here and a steady stream of business coming in, because being strong means the security of the territory. Who doesn't want to live in a safe place?

For a time, all the major news reports in Berman City began to publicize Miss Charlie's heroic deeds, even overshadowing Ryan, the mayor who was most respected by Her Royal Highness the Princess.

Of course, smart news organizations have begun to sway left and right. With Mayor Ryan inside and Lady "Charlie" outside, this is the prosperous city of Berman.

Although Berman City was prosperous, Ryan was not happy at all.

Because not long after the Iron Blood Legion returned, Gluck also received news from the West Territory - Major General Max of the Iron Blood First Regiment contacted him to return to the West Territory as soon as possible, and they would launch an action to resist the tyranny of the Empire in the West Territory.

The old emperor obviously wanted to fight a quick battle in the western border. After receiving the order, Alvin led the imperial legion to surround the Iron Blood Legion, and tried to force the disobedient Iron Blood Army to go to the imperial capital on the grounds of the emperor's order.

With the help of military advisor Creed, the situation became very bad.

Seeing that the management rights of the West are about to be taken away, Max prepares to secretly unite all the staunch members of the Maganna party and start a war in the West!

He is not a fool. If the Iron Blood Legion really goes to the imperial capital, will there be any chance of survival?

Since we are going to die anyway, we might as well do it in a big way and not tarnish the Grand Duke’s reputation!

"Creed is a traitor. Now that the Grand Duke is away, he has become a running dog of the empire! Lord Ryan, this damn traitor will be struck by lightning sooner or later!" Gluck cursed.

Because Ryan was one of his own, Gluck came to discuss the matter with him as soon as he received the news.

"Ah, yes... The mole thing is the most annoying."

Ryan thought to himself, I am also wholeheartedly serving the Grand Duke.

Is there something wrong with me? I am loyal, and heaven and earth can bear witness to that.

But this matter cannot be blamed on me, so sometimes the traitor has his own reasons.

"The key now is that once the war breaks out, the Grand Duke will be completely entrenched in his reputation as a traitor." Ryan frowned. "Alvin carries the old emperor's order. Why is he so strong? He's eager to force the Iron Blood Legion to rebel. As long as the Iron Blood rebels, he'll have a reason to start a war. The royal army has 30,000 men, and with Creed's men, there's no way the remaining men will win."

"What should we do?" Gluck said anxiously, "We must go back!"

"But going back won't help."

"It's better than just standing here and watching... Lord Ryan, you are the Archduke's most trusted person in the Southern Territory. If we really go there and never return, the Archduke's cause will be handed over to you!"

Ryan's mouth twitched slightly. "Do you want to hear what you're saying? Leave it to me. Do you want me to continue the rebellion according to the Grand Duke's will?"

Then you should give me a huge army!

Although it was a bit unfair to the Grand Duke, if the Iron Blood Legion was really going to fall, Ryan would have no choice but to move his family property to live in the princess's house overnight.

But... there's also Creed. That guy knows his background and might do something to him at any time. Wouldn't he be in a difficult position then?

He can't get the Grand Duke's milk, nor the Princess's candy, and he's labeled a traitor...

No, we can't do that!

"Gluck, I know you're anxious, but don't worry, I'll think of other ways."

After temporarily appeasing Gluck, Ryan prepared to look for Casradi. If Maganna fell, Casradi would be able to temporarily secure her position in the South, but her current power would make it difficult for her to keep this territory.

After all, don't forget that Alvin is the second prince's grandfather.

If he succeeds in taking down the Iron Blood Legion, the Second Prince's power will be even greater.

"Man, it turns out these emperors are all shady old bastards. If Alvin succeeds and eliminates the emperor's biggest worry, the Second Prince is his son anyway, so he won't suffer any loss if his power grows."

"If Alvin fails, the Iron Blood Legion will most likely go to war with the Second Prince. Using an old general like Alvin to fight the Iron Blood Legion will keep them in check, and the old emperor will definitely win."

"Princess, princess, why don't you have an awesome mother, an uncle who is the god of war, and a cheap grandfather?"

Ryan now feels like he is on a pirate ship that is about to capsize at any time.

However, to his surprise, Casradi seemed to be waiting for him and gave him a big surprise.

"I plan to go to the West." Kasladi said, "I will go to the West with Gluck's Iron Blood Army and intervene in the affairs of the West in the name of Maganna's allies."

Ryan was stunned: "Your Highness, are you planning to take over the management of the Western Territory?"

"I do want to, but it's definitely not that simple. What I need now is an attitude, understand? Ryan, the West is a huge area, a place definitely worth fighting for."

"If Alvin succeeds, my second brother's power will reach its peak. What do I have? I only have these three cities in the southern border, and they are always in danger. How can I compete with him?"

Casradi thought about it for a long time before finally making this decision.

She was unwilling to give up. If she didn't try, there would be no hope for her to become the crown prince.

Of course, doing so would disrupt the emperor's plan, and her father would probably be very dissatisfied with her.

But it doesn't matter.

Every generation of emperors did not come to power through sympathy and favor. If you don’t have the strength, you won’t be able to keep the throne even if you are given it.

Ryan smacked his lips and thought to himself, Your Highness, you are so awesome. I haven't even thought about this.

The alliance was made in secret. Once it became public, Kasradi's situation would become delicate. The old emperor might get angry and take back the southern border.

This is also a gamble.

If everything goes well, Maganna will die, and Kasradi will step forward to win over the hearts of the people, and it is very likely that she will be able to win over a large number of people in the Western Territory.

The enemy of my enemy is my friend. Alvin stands on the side of the Second Prince, and the forces in the Western Territory don't mind helping Casradi to fight against the Second Prince.

"Hmm... Your Highness, this could all end in failure. Do you really want to gamble?"

Casradi nodded: "Bet!"

...

The fact that Her Royal Highness the Princess is going to the gambling table actually has little impact on Ryan, because he still holds the management rights of Berman City. After integrating the three cities in the southern border and strengthening his army and horses, he can also become a small lord.

By then, even if something happens to Casradi, he will not be affected.

That's it. It's really disgusting. After all, she's a gaming wife. Is she really going to let a few old bastards have the last laugh? Whether it's the Second Prince or the old Emperor, if Ryan can still shout a few words of loyalty in front of the Grand Duke, he can't shout a single word in front of them.

Who the hell are you!

But the princess had made the decision, and he couldn't stop it.

"Huh? This is..."

After leaving the castle, Ryan suddenly saw the mirror in his backpack light up.

He was stunned.

Mirror, wait... Archduke?!

Ryan quickly rolled back home and took out the mirror.

This mirror was his way of contacting Maganna. After the latter's accident, he tried several times but failed to get in touch with her.

zizi~

In the mirror, the image gradually became clearer with the magic mirror image, and it was still the one Ryan was familiar with - white-haired, dwarf, loli!

"Huh? Finally connected? Ryan, long time no see... Hey hey hey? What are you doing so close to me?! Stop hugging me, you bastard! Let go of the mirror!!!"

...

The first update, 7000 words, keep going, monthly ticket blade, knock on the bowl!

Chapter 76 Maganna: Ryan, you are the person I trust the most! Ryan: Huh? [6k]

There was a tent surrounding Maganna, and outside the tent was a vast grassland. People from the Iron Blood Legion were making fire and cooking around.