I will be crowned king

In the dimly lit tent, Anson smoked his pipe silently and looked at the commander of his third infantry regiment without saying a word.

Truth Society?

Very good, this way a lot of things will make sense - why he always bumps into a haunting novelist, why he always knows his whereabouts clearly, and why as long as he doesn't want to be caught by himself If you find it, you will never encounter it unless he takes the initiative to jump out.

There was no need to ask at all, the answer jumped out by itself.

When he heard the name of this organization for the first time, Anson only thought of it as a small group with the same name as the Society of Truth led by Saint Isaac; but it didn't take long for them to prove their "power" with facts: Clovis's Chaos, the Thirteen Council, the underground black market for magic props...

Even recalling it carefully, Anson felt that the Northport Riots in the 95th year of the Saint's Calendar - the "battle for fame" of the bastard Draco Wirts - was very likely to have something to do with the Society of Truth.

It has no sense of existence, and its members have contacts all over the old and new worlds. They act in a high-profile manner, but there have never been rumors of its strength... When these contradictory information are mixed together, it becomes the "Truth Society" in Anson's eyes.

He looked at "Karin Jacques' letter" but did not open it immediately. Instead, he put it aside and said in a pretense of chatting:

"Why are you telling me this?"

"Because if I don't do this, I won't be able to convince you of what I'm going to say next." Norton Crosell said unabashedly, his eyes staying on the letterhead:

"At the same time, even if I didn't say it, you would probably have noticed it, so this is also to eliminate some unnecessary misunderstandings."

"Misunderstand?"

"You may have heard from Phil Cressey that the Truth Society's channels in the New World were established by relying on the Faithless Knights - this is a complete lie." Norton explained:

"Of course, they are very powerful in the colonies, and it is almost impossible to avoid the Crecy family if they want to do anything here, but this does not mean that the truth will be too involved with them. In fact, the relationship between us is absolutely Not exactly… friendly.”

Anson nodded slightly, he believed this; after all, it is rare for colleagues to have close relationships, and most of them wished they could attend each other's funerals tomorrow, have a good meal and confirm that the other person was really dead.

"In addition, you may also think that I have been reporting your whereabouts to the higher-ups of the Truth Society - if you really think so, I...I will not defend myself, but I really have not done this." Norton's expression was very serious:

"In fact, the Truth Society has never asked me to do this. Well... to be precise, they basically haven't asked me to do anything. This is the first time."

well?

Anson, who was smoking a pipe, was startled and showed a very curious expression: "You haven't done anything, so what is your position in the Truth Society?"

"I don't know either." Norton gave an answer that was not an answer. His expression was like that of a newly graduated student who was confused when his relatives asked him what he was doing specifically:

"The Truth Society... it is not like an army, a church, or any organizational group with a strict structure and upper-lower relationships, it is closer to a club-like gathering - when I first joined, I really thought I was just joining a club. That’s all.”

"Like many clubs, the members come from all over the world, from all walks of life, nobles, beggars, gangs, journalists, military officers, traders... Everyone is equal to each other, shares the information and resources provided by each other, and helps each other."

"The difference from the club is that we have a very clear purpose; when the action is launched, everyone must unconditionally and proactively carry out the tasks assigned by the Truth Council - just like now."

The loose organizational structure does not consider the connection between social status and class, and the common goals and pursuits. Why does this sound a bit familiar... Anson raised his eyebrows:

"Then what is your goal this time?"

"Ensure that the existence of the Free Confederacy will not be destroyed by external forces."

Norton's expression condensed: "This is also the reason why I would rather be exposed and come here as soon as possible - the existence and continuation of the Free Confederation is of extraordinary significance in breaking the shackles of the Church of Order on this world! "

"As long as it can maintain stability internally and seek recognition from all forces in the Old Continent externally, even if it is just acquiescence, it will become the first country without a diocese, without a pervasive inquisition to monitor, and without being controlled by the Church of Order in all aspects."

"Whether she succeeds or fails in the end, her existence will provide valuable experience and examples for all subsequent countries that try to get rid of church control and strive for autonomy. Even the worst can serve as a flag to tell everyone that this is not unimaginable. Ridiculous, but feasible.”

"So this time is different from the past. Although the purpose and reasons are not exactly the same, we and you have the same goal."

The common goal... Ansen felt cold in his heart and exhaled smoke to cover up his not-so-kind expression.

It's not that he has any doubts about Norton's words - after all, the other party took the initiative to expose himself - it's just that he has heard similar slogans several times from a certain novelist, and it almost has a psychological shadow.

"I have two questions."

Putting down the pipe at the corner of his mouth, Anson sighed and said: "First, Storm Division...or should I say, how many of your people are there in Ice Dragon Fjord? Second, how do you know my whereabouts?"

Norton Crosell's face was stunned, and his brows were furrowed as if he was caught in some kind of tangle. He looked at Anson cautiously: "Can I answer the second question first?"

"……Can."

Anson had a formulaic smile on his face.

Norton nodded slightly, sat up straight as he usually reported to the studio, and said meticulously: "We...or His Excellency Carlin Jacques and I don't know exactly what you want to do, but after the Sailing City was captured by Sir Louis Bernard , we collected a lot of information about the Faithless Knights."

"They are strengthening their contacts with liberal forces everywhere and recruiting talented people and spellcasters who have fled to the new world; this is quite an abnormal move for them who have always kept a low profile."

"Then the Stormtrooper entered the Sailing City, and I got the information that Fair Cressy was still in the city. I originally planned to report it to you immediately, but then came the news that you and Miss Lune were missing."

"Based on the information provided to me by Priest Karin Jacques and other members of the Society of Truth, it is speculated that you were probably chasing the fleeing Fel Cressy with Miss Freya Mossfield; and the only place he could hide at that time was Just..."

"The virgin forest on the northern outskirts of Yangfan City."

Anson looked stunned.

"To the east is Gray Pigeon Castle, and to the south he has to pass through a colonial port - with the current degree of unity of the Confederacy, he cannot escape." Norton added silently:

"You can only enter the wilderness that is not under the jurisdiction of the colonies, and it is best to get the protection of the Old Gods of the New World. Otherwise, you will never be able to escape the pursuit of the Elf Queen Ysel."

This is indeed a well-founded conjecture. Although the reasons are somewhat biased, the results are basically correct, which means that the truth will have a considerable understanding of the Old God Sect in the New World.

Combined with the fact that Lisa "recruited" a certain novelist before, it is very likely that the Luen family and the Truth Society have a relationship in the first place; the apostle personally summoned the truth society, so they should know what the Luen family is going to do, and naturally they will not dare to refuse.

But even if they are involved with the Rune family, it is still not easy to confirm how much they are related to Saint Isaac... Although the Society of Truth used to be a pure academic research organization, that was a hundred years ago after all. It is not impossible that it has changed from an official organization to an underground organization and has changed beyond recognition...

While Anson was thinking wildly, Norton continued to speak in a deep voice as if reporting on work:

"As for the truth society member in the Storm Division, as far as I know, I am the only one. There are about a dozen informants related to us in Ice Dragon Fjord. There are also two families in Sail City who are in contact with us... But most of them are not It is clear that our true identity is just the downline and peripheral members of the members' respective development."

"But if you want to know more, I can tell you some information about other officers."

well?

Anson's expression was startled.

"Well...for example, the commander of the Grenadier Corps, Fabian, was originally a member of the Guards. You should know this, but according to the information I have, he should also have some connection with the royal family." Norton didn't seem to notice Anson's expression. :

"Around the 90th year of the Saint's Calendar, His Majesty Carlos II once recruited some 'secret agents' from time to time in the army and the Privy Council government, who were responsible for directly reporting the information they had to the royal family; according to Lieutenant Colonel Fabian's resume, he was probably The batch in 1997 were recruited when they were in the Navy, and then they were transferred into the Guards through connections."

"As the grenadier commander of the Storm Division, he participated in all military meetings and operations, and had full freedom of movement - when I was in North Port, I once accidentally ran into him writing a letter to someone. "

"Lieutenant Colonel Alexey Dukasky of the Second Infantry Regiment, he is nothing special, he is just somewhat related by blood to Margrave Dukasky of the Imperial Court." Norton continued as if chatting:

"I don't know the specific reason, but it was probably due to a family dispute that made Lieutenant Colonel Alexei escape from home and impersonate a fallen officer with the same name as him. Later, he was gradually promoted from captain to lieutenant colonel—— He and I were both serving on the Western Front, and we discovered these by accident."

"By the way, he asked me not to tell anyone about this, but since even the power of his bloodline has been exposed, you must have discovered it by now."

Anson Bach: "..."

"Julian, the commander of the Fourth Infantry Regiment, seems to be just a weak guy, but it is said that his family background is not ordinary, and he is also a member of an officers club suspected of being a member of the Old Gods..."

"Cavalry Captain Jason Fruhauf used to serve in a famous cavalry regiment in the Eastern Fortress. The reason why he went south to join the Storm Division in Eagle Point City was because his collusion with foreign forces was exposed and he had no choice but to escape..."

"Military Chief Hank, his 'Good Wife Pet Hospital' in Clovis City is probably just a disguise. The bounty hunter 'Black Mask Hank' is probably his true identity..."

"Logistics staff officer Chris, although we don't get along well with each other, his accounting method is very similar to that of a famous fraudster on the run in Clovis in the 1990s..."

"Leo Clinton, commander of the 5th Infantry Regiment, is an ordinary person, but I have heard some bad rumors about him. Every time the army encounters a dangerous situation, no one among his superiors or colleagues is spared, but he is always the only one who survives. , known as 'Immortal Leo'..."

……………………

Looking at the letter on the table, Anson's smile completely froze on his face.

He had not forgotten when Norton Crosell left. He only vaguely retained the memory of him waving to him, shaking his head and then leaving. He sat motionless on the chair for more than ninety minutes. , it was not until the pipe went cold that he finally came to his senses.

I originally thought that the Storm Masters were just a group of abandoned cannon fodder, a "small entrepreneurial gang" who joined the team to keep warm and make money. However, I didn't expect that they were all talented people, and each one of them had unique skills.

But Anson was just shocked. After all, whether they were "Royal Secret Agents" or "Bounty Hunters", they had never betrayed themselves or the legion, and there was absolutely no need to do so.

The reason why the reaction was so exaggerated, apart from being a little shocked when he heard it for the first time, was mainly because Anson's energy was on the verge of reaching its limit and it was inevitable that he could not control his emotions.

After confirming that Norton had left, Anson threw the opened letter on the table and lay down on the bed without even taking off his clothes.

Under the flickering dim candlelight, the drowsy Ansen looked at the yellowish kraft letter paper, his vision gradually blurred, and various colorful shapes and overlapping flashbacks appeared in his mind:

"Your Excellency, Commander-in-Chief of the Garrison Corps, Colonel Anson Bach:

Please accept my sincere apologies for leaving without saying goodbye. I had absolutely no intention of deliberately avoiding you and Miss Thalia Rune.

Truly, I solemnly swear to the Ring of Order that this is absolutely true!

At the same time as I was writing this letter, the Faithless Knights were frantically assassinating the Good Guys of Beluga Harbor, as well as informants and bribed peripheral members of the Promise Keepers Alliance in various colonial branches.

I suspect that I have been exposed and have to hide temporarily in order to avoid causing a disturbance. I entrust your clerk to take the things you requested to Black Reef Port, and at the same time give this letter to a person you can absolutely trust.

If he hands the letter to you, it means that the situation has begun to deteriorate - the Faithless Knights are not as simple as they seem. They have deep connections with the Old Gods of the 'Land of Rest', so be careful.

In addition, I have had personal contact with Ian Clemens, the current leader of the Faithless Knights. Regarding the relationship between the Faithless Knights and the Cressey family, this person is not as loyal as he appears on the surface. Perhaps It can be a breakthrough to avoid certain dangerous situations.

Finally, please remember to say hello to David Jacques for me, and tell him not to worry about this brother who has caused him countless troubles. While pursuing art, don’t forget to make more paintings that can make money.

My best friend who has always loved you and always told the truth, Karin Jacques.

yours truly. "