one step away [Interstellar]

22.

Because of Heber's physical condition, he could only stay in the hospital, so Xia Zuo asked Sonny to bring a change of clothes to take care of him.Xia Zuo, who expanded the matter, went a step further to deal with the matter at hand.

Even if it was an accident, when the matter was in Xia Zuo's hands, it couldn't just become an accident for nothing.Sure enough, as long as you are an ordinary person, you have a place to be used.

"This man's name is Lev, and he is an employee of the Finance Department of Landoville Sankun College. He has always had a habit of gambling and drinking."

"Gambling... Has there been any special money flow recently?" Xia Zuo looked at the correct message and asked.Immediately afterwards, pay attention to the trends in other aspects and expand the matter further.

The Neustark Empire is known as the kingdom of battle among the galaxy empires.This stems from their proximity to the Zerg breeding place on the north bank of the Xinghe River, and also from the warlike genes of the thousands of years old nobles in the empire.As a major military country, it is only natural that those who control the power of the military can have the right to speak.

And such a huge military force requires leadership.Such leaders, for thousands of years, were mostly the king's personal guards who were born in the nobility.It has continued the excellent tradition of the empire for tens of thousands of years. Even though many civilians have poured in under the circumstances of the recruitment reform of the pro-guards, those who serve in the pro-guards will always be promoted faster than the soldiers at the grassroots level.

Because most of them have received the best military education, and terrible training.If most of the noble children entered the army, they had to serve in the guards for five years, then they were promoted to captains, and then transferred to other places.The commander of the pro-guards is also the general of this cadre team, usually the best among them, or a teacher.

The previous leader, the Marquis Ellen, was born here and was transferred to the local military with great achievements. He returned to the pro-guards and served as the deputy captain of the Thirteenth Warship.She was of noble birth and excellent in command, and she was favored by many soldiers during her tenure.

Therefore, after she left office, Xia Zuo, who was not from the same system, parachuted into this team, and many people were slightly dissatisfied with the marshal who gave the order.Of course, Norton, the current number one marshal of the empire, is a veteran with great military exploits, and people dare not doubt his decision too much, but they still have doubts about Xia Zuo's ability.

After all, xenophobia occurs in any circle.

She is really too young, and she is from a rogue army in the frontier, even if she is a big noble, she is very unpopular.Therefore, when the news of her attack came out, gradually, there were many different voices in the barracks.

No matter what age, who still engages in assassination.Many people think this is impossible, but they still can't help but wonder if this major general is hated by others.And who would dare to do such a thing.

The news spread widely and became more and more violent in the army.The soldiers on the front line angrily accused the group of noble children who always came by airborne, but Xia Zuo, who was originally from such a background, became the representative of the soldiers who had a miserable life on the front line.

In this way, the class contradictions belonging to the ancient special class and the common people once again reappeared in history.Ellen and Natasha, who seized the opportunity, put forward a proposal to put the pro-guard reserve cadres in the frontier fortress in the upcoming military frontier combat meeting, which was unanimously approved by the frontline defense generals.

Of course, these are all for later.

This seemed to be just an accident at first, but under Xia Zuo's operation, it became extremely complicated. Even if the final investigation results seemed to have no problems, the loopholes that were only revealed were enough for Xia Zuo to get what he wanted.

The guards led by Captain Bard returned to the Nice barracks on the outskirts of San Lorenzo in the evening of the second day. Although it was strange why they received such instructions from the Marquis of Ellen, the loyal soldiers still completed their mission.

At the end of the cold and pale hospital corridor, Xia Zuo leaned against the wall, looked at the figure projected by the communicator on his wrist, and used the text interface to easily describe the current situation.

Ellen, who communicated with her, carefully inquired about her physical condition, briefly refined the information in her words, and carefully thought about where it could be used.The two made a general plan, and asked Ellen to inform the princess mother later.

After everything was discussed, the voice interface was opened.Ellen spoke first, looked at Xia Zuo and said, "Well, Bud is still reliable. But why did you ask the guards to come over last night instead of relying on the police?"

"It's nothing, just to test their ability to perform tasks, and I don't want to be disturbed by the San Lorenzo police at this time." Xia Zuo said lightly, narrowing his eyes slightly thinking about the group of guards.

"Of course it's not enough to not perform the mission, but why did you call the Thirteenth Division last night instead of Colonel Sirio of the First Division." Her mischievous eldest sister winked at her, making Xia Zuo helpless smile.

"Are you asking me to piss him off?" You know, when Ellen was about to leave office two years ago, the grandnephew of Marshal Norton was the hottest candidate for the head of the guards.But his grandfather transferred Xia Zuo back from Sass as soon as he had a written order.If Xia Zuo had returned too quickly that year, Sass might have been overwhelmed by the sudden invading insect swarm that broke through the first fortress line of defense.

At that time, Xia Zuo has not completely resigned from his duties as the commander-in-chief of the Sass Military Region of the First Army, and he will make up for his mistakes because of the defeat, and return to San Lorenzo after losing the battle.It took Xia Zuo a year to consolidate the results of this battle before he was completely transferred back to the central government.

Regarding this, the Duke of Bauhinia and Marquis of Ellen, who had recommended Xia Zuo, even teamed up to trick the Marshal.For example, at the end of the year, a large number of people in that department were blocked from getting promoted.

However, they have been enemies for many years. It is normal for you to come and go, maintaining the apparent peace and fighting endlessly.As long as the generals do not intervene in state affairs and are loyal to their duties, affairs in the army will be handled by them.

Marquis Ellen, who was well versed in the comings and goings of his military career, smiled and said, "You can't be mad at him, that guy might be happy to work for you. Of course, it's true to be mad at the old man." Thinking Ellen couldn't help laughing at that young alpha who adored her sister so much.

Who knew there was such a candid lad in the very ill-tempered Marshal Norton's family.Perhaps it was because of his loyalty and affection that he was so popular among the pro-guards.

Hearing what his sister said, Xia Zuo was at a loss for words for a while.Smiling, Ellen, who was no longer teasing her sister, corrected her attitude, stared at Xia Zuo on the screen and asked, "How is Ms. Heber?"

Xia Zuo replied, "There is nothing serious about the child, but the body is still very weak. The doctor said that he will stay in the hospital for a week, and he will not go back until he fully recovers."

Ellen asked again, "And you?"

She looked at Xia Zuo with probing eyes.Xia Zuo frowned, and replied, "I... will stay with her in the hospital. I told Lynn about Heber this morning, but he seemed indifferent."

For this brother who has no sense of responsibility at all, Xia Zuo really doesn't want to mention it.She originally thought that she had a full understanding of this brother's shamelessness when she learned of his cheating, but after telling the other party this morning, he hurriedly asked a few words. After learning that the child was fine, she stopped replied.

Thinking of this, Xia Zuo frowned deeply.He doesn't love Hebe, but he refuses to divorce, and he holds the person he loves in his arms but still refuses to give up marriage for him.

It was such a scumbag that Xia Zuo was almost disgusted with him.But her emotions didn't show clearly on her face, but Ellen could still notice that bit of irritability.

"To be honest, you can't blame him for such a person. After all...well...Charles, you seem to be in a bad mood. Why? Could it be that Lynn's attitude towards things makes you very dissatisfied? ?” She squinted her amber-like clear eyes, looking at her sister who rarely showed such an expression.

"Well, as a husband, he neglected his duties, and as a person, it's quite annoying. I'm dissatisfied with him, isn't that a normal thing?" Xia Zuo asked, avoiding Ellen's temptation intentionally or unintentionally.

"Yes... dear Charles, you seldom express your emotions so directly. Why? Because he failed to fulfill his responsibilities as Hebe's husband?" Ellen smiled and came to a conclusion, "Charles , you care about Heber, very much."

"..."

The expression of the young man in front of the screen did not change at all, but Ellen, who had watched her growing up, could still recognize her emotions.It was the same when he was a child, this child cared a lot about his mother, whenever his mother hugged him, Xia Zuo would try to put on a nonchalant expression, and secretly try harder to please her.

She looked at Heber's eyes at the banquet, and the joy revealed was frightening.She thought of what Natasha said to her last night, "Little Charles seems to have found something interesting besides mechs and batons."

Obviously, Heber is one of Xia Zuo's current interests.She didn't understand what kind of goodwill she cared for, but as her elder sister, Ellen couldn't help but said with concern, "You have to know, not all marriages are due to love, and not all of them will be responsible. Maybe If Lynn doesn't come, maybe Heber is still very happy.

"I'm just..." Xia Zuo pursed his lips, unable to explain why.Even though he knew that Heber would not care about this matter, he couldn't help thinking about it.

"What are you? If you really care about this friend, can you listen to me now." Ellen looked at the young man who inadvertently revealed a trace of confusion on the screen, and said lightly, "Don't let Lynn inherit the title, even if Whether it's your father's wish or your mother's unwillingness to force you to give up the three southern states, you should carefully consider the consequences of Lynn inheriting the title."

"If you feel that Heber's child will be harmed, you can apply for the heir to the title as her child. This is not against the wishes of the Duke of Bauhinia."

Marquess Ellen, who had considered it for many reasons, made what she had always thought was a very good choice.Even if it wasn't the best, Xia Zuo, who was silent for a moment, didn't reject her like rejecting others, but seriously replied, "In three days, I will make a choice."

She knew in her heart that it would be better to take responsibility for letting mediocre people lead the family to bring disasters.Perhaps, her father was afraid that after he left, he would ignore that trouble-prone elder brother and make himself feel guilty about competing for his elder brother's title.

Even if Hebe was a good mother to the heir, Lynn would not be a good father to a duke.

The author has something to say: the old duke broke his heart because of the bastard.

Regardless of the plan, Lynn will continue to be pampered until he grows old, provided that he does not commit suicide.

My sister's door is clear...