Extraordinary Rise: Starting Contract with the Silver Dragon Countess

Chapter 239 The bait to lure Cohen - the exiled Hell Dragon tribe!

As Heisenberg finished speaking, everyone unconsciously focused their attention on Her Majesty the Empress sitting in the main seat.

Shanice was browsing the detailed information sent by Heisenberg, and her heart moved slightly. Judging from the information, all her recent speculations were confirmed.

When Shanice learned that Grand Duke Silver Frost had been assassinated, she suspected that this incident was closely related to Cohen. Now it seems that this incident was indeed done by her cheap fiancé.

Thinking of this, a hint of admiration appeared in Xinise's eyes. Although this man was so fickle that it was annoying, he was still qualified as the fiancé of the monarch of the most powerful empire in human history.

If this guy didn't already have a queen and a bunch of female confidantes, Shanice might have really planned to fulfill the engagement seriously.

Noticing that everyone was waiting for her opinion, Her Majesty the Empress suppressed her inner thoughts that could not be made public, and said to Heisenberg in her usual calm tone:
"Sir, do you think that Cohen did all this? Do you have any substantial evidence?"

A profound look appeared in Chief Heisenberg's eyes. He didn't believe that with Shanice's wisdom and shrewdness, she couldn't analyze the real mastermind behind the scenes from this information.

The other party asked this question deliberately, in fact, it was to protect Cohen, and at the same time to hint his attitude to everyone - Her Majesty the Empress did not agree with Heisenberg's previous statement that Cohen should be taken seriously.

This was a little difficult for Chief Heisenberg to understand.

Why would Her Majesty, the Empress of the Central Empire, the most powerful empire of mankind, be willing to protect the king of a small northwestern country?

Is it just because of the personal relationship between the Queen's palace steward, the winged elf, and Coen?
Heisenberg narrowed his eyes slightly. Even if Her Majesty the Empress spoke like this, he was not going to back down. He had spent so much time and energy during this period, and mobilized a large amount of manpower and material resources from the Northwest Continent and the "Lost Land" to investigate everything about Cohen clearly.

The goal was to establish Cohen as an enemy that the Central Empire needed to take seriously, and to use the power of the entire empire to deal with this bastard who had ruined his plans that he had been planning for many years.

Of course, there are more hidden thoughts. Chief Heisenberg has been coveting the resources in Cohen's hands for a long time!
There was no way he would back down just because of a few words from Her Majesty the Empress!
Heisenberg deliberately raised his voice and said:
"Your Majesty, I have evidence.

First of all, what happened to Silver Frost was exactly the same as what King Effiin had done in the 'Lost Land'.

Everyone knows that this king has another identity: the master of the Endless Alliance in the 'Lost Land', the Lord of Shadows.

When he entered the Lost Land, the first territory he conquered was the City-State of the Cultivator.

The Farmer City-State was controlled by the Petrov family, which had existed for many years and was tacitly accepted by the five major oasis-level forces. However, Cohen completely drove away the Petrov family not long after he arrived.

He used the tactic of proxy warfare, supporting an underground resistance organization called the Peasant Association in the "City-State of Farmers" as a puppet, while he hid behind the scenes and used various means to eliminate the power of the Petrov family.

Eventually, he completely took control of the Farmer City-State through this puppet.

And what happened to Silver Frost not long ago is a replica of what happened to the Farmer City-State!"

After hearing what Chief Heisenberg said, everyone's face turned strange.

This Heisenberg even investigated so clearly what happened to King Eifin in the "Lost Land".

It seems that what happened at the Northwest Regional Exchange Conference not long ago was a real blow to this proud chief.

Cohen is the first opponent who can make the chief of the Central Empire's House of Nobles devote so much effort to research.

After everyone digested the information he had said, Heisenberg continued:
"In addition, I have sufficient evidence to show that King Cohen Corleone of Effiin has been staying in Froststar City, the capital of the Silver Frost Principality, not long ago.

I'm not afraid of everyone knowing that our House of Nobles has some spies planted in Silver Frost, and some of them are even high-ranking officials in Silver Frost. According to them, they saw King Effiin in person in Frost Star City."

Heisenberg paused, glanced at Beren, and continued:

"In addition, he is accompanied by a powerful winged elf. If I'm not mistaken, this winged elf must be His Majesty's palace steward, Miss Windsardelle Windrunner!"

When Heisenberg said this, everyone's expression changed slightly, especially Beren, whose face became very ugly.

He had previously received a message from the Elf Queen, asking her to communicate with her daughter Windsandler. At that time, he already knew that Windsandler had fled to Silver Frost.

He had been deliberately keeping a low profile in today's meeting, just because he didn't want everyone to focus on Windsordler. He didn't expect Chief Heisenberg's intelligence capabilities to be so exaggerated.

He felt a little embarrassed that he could investigate what happened in Frost Star City so clearly from a whole continent away and make it public.

It is unacceptable that one's own daughter follows a foreign king to another country to stage a coup!

He couldn't help but cast his gaze on Her Majesty the Empress.

Shanice was very surprised to hear the news. Windsordel actually went to Yinshuang with Cohen, which made her angry.

This little girl really doesn't stay home anymore now that she has a man. Does she know who she belongs to?

Shannis suppressed her emotions, remained silent for a moment, and then said:
"Well, even if this Cohen and Windsor overthrew the regime of the Silver Frost Principality together.

But this is the Northwest Continent’s own business, it’s not something that requires the whole Central Empire’s attention!
Besides, didn't the Central Empire also agree to the proposal submitted by the Western Region Empire at the Charter Agreement Organization not long ago?"

Chief Heisenberg showed no sign of retreating and challenged Her Majesty the Empress directly:

“Your Majesty, agreeing to Effiin’s sanctions against Silver Frost and Holy Oak is one thing, but King Effiin supporting a puppet regime in a sovereign state is another!
Your Majesty, colleagues, it is clear from this incident that King Effiin's ambition is obvious. He does not want revenge on Holy Oak and Silver Frost, but wants to take these two countries for himself!
Now his methods are not so obvious, he just signs some treaties, but once these treaties begin to be implemented, Yinshuang's politics, economy, and military will all fall into his control.

In peacetime, nothing can be seen, but once a major turmoil occurs, King Effiin can swallow up the entire country in a very short time without a single soldier!"

Chief Heisenberg's eyes suddenly became extremely mysterious, and he lowered his voice and said coldly:

"Don't forget, he possesses the ability to predict the future that even saints are astonished by. Perhaps he has also predicted what might happen on the continent in the near future!

He might even know better than us!"

As soon as Heisenberg said this, the expressions of everyone present changed.

Even Heinz Klein, the royal prince who had been watching the show silently on the side and who held most of the military power, had a solemn look on his face.

Regarding the possible changes that may occur on the continent in the future, the top leaders of the Central Empire have made many related predictions and even communicated with some gods.

It is basically certain that in the next five to ten years, a huge upheaval will occur in the Demonic Continent that will sweep all races and change the existing order and operating rules.

This matter is regarded as the top secret of the Central Empire, and more than 80% of the empire's resources are now invested in this matter.

If Cohen really foresaw the changes that would happen in the future, then his actions in Yinshuang would be understandable.

Chief Heisenberg was right. He didn't just want Silver Frost and Holy Oak to cede territory and pay compensation to Effie in a servile manner. He wanted two complete countries.

This is also why, despite having overwhelming military strength, he still had to sneak into Yinshuang to launch a coup.

He is preparing for the future.

The other people obviously had similar speculations, and for a moment, the atmosphere in the air became much more intriguing.

After a long silence, Prince Heinz was the first to speak:
"Your Majesty, if the Grand Chamberlain has a good personal relationship with the young king, could you please invite him to visit the Central Empire?"

Prime Minister Hayes asked:

"For what reason?

The Central Empire is thousands of miles away from the Northwestern Continent, separated by the Endless Ocean.

Historically, we have never had any diplomatic relations with Effiin.

Now suddenly inviting their king to the Central Empire as a guest, even after a major conflict with them...is this appropriate?"

Chief Heisenberg suddenly said:
“How about in the name of marriage?
I see that our lady, the head steward, has such a good relationship with King Effiin, so why not just marry into the Effiin clan?"

When Heisenberg said this, the two people on the scene were shocked at the same time.

The first person to feel angry was Windsardler's father, Beren, the Imperial Foreign Minister. He couldn't suppress his shock and anger, and squeezed out a few words between his teeth:
"Heisenberg!

The Wertheimer family isn't full of men who can't even lead a military unit. Why don't you let your nieces marry into other families?"

Beren was obviously mocking Heisenberg's nephew Joren, who was beaten to a pulp by Cohen in Florence not long ago and even had his giant floating ship taken away.

The other is Her Majesty the Empress.

Sitting in the main seat, Shanice felt speechless. Heisenberg, you really have a good idea to arrange marriage between my chief minister of the palace and my fiancé.

Chief Heisenberg was angry and noncommittal about Beren's questioning. He said calmly:

"Minister Beren, don't be angry. I think your daughter will like this proposal more than you do.

According to my investigation, King Effiin and Miss Windsordale are already in love with each other. Even if we don't promote a marriage between the two countries, I think it won't be long before he becomes your son-in-law."

Beren's face suddenly turned cold.

Prince Heinz spoke in time, interrupting the situation that was about to escalate:
"Sir, there's no need to discuss this matter any further. Our Central Empire hasn't fallen to the point of using marriage to trick a mere king!"

Chief Heisenberg bowed slightly, his words remaining calm:

"Okay, Your Highness, then there's no need for the marriage excuse. Could you please suggest a more suitable method to invite King Effiin to the Central Empire?"

We must personally contact this person.”

After a brief pause, Heisenberg's tone became somewhat passionate, like a loyal minister advising the king:
“What I said today was entirely out of public interest. King Effiin must not be underestimated.

A young king with such high talent and ability would rather endure for several years before making a name for himself, and his first move shocked the entire continent—

He possesses a terrifying number of orc legions, divine and demonic equipment, dragon-riding warriors, ancient secret classes, insane cross-level combat abilities, and a profoundly cunning mind. He has the continent's youngest Legendary rank as his assistant, deep ties to the Cobalt Soul Academy, and an extraordinary friendship with the heir to the continent's wealthiest family. With a few words, he can incite the Black Tomb Saint and the Devil Duke of Hell to rebel, and persuade the Saints of the Church of Light to serve him faithfully. Even the most mysterious cursed witch in the Lost Land remains entangled with him...

More importantly, he accomplished all this in just two or three years!
He is only eighteen years old now!
Have you ever seen such a person?
Aren’t people like this born for troubled times?

He, like Xia Zuo and others, is our potential enemy in the major changes in the future!
Even the most terrible enemies!

We have to plan ahead for him!"

There is a saying that is very true, the person who knows you best is definitely your enemy.

Chief Heisenberg's investigation and analysis of Cohen was extremely insightful, accurate to every detail he had done since he became famous.

Hearing Heisenberg's high evaluation, everyone couldn't help but feel strange emotions in their hearts, especially Her Majesty the Empress, who actually felt a hint of pride rising in her heart.

Shannis's eyes narrowed slightly, she cut off her thoughts, and suddenly said:
"How about the Noble Fighting Festival?"

After the empress's reminder, everyone fell into deep thought.

Shanice continued:

"In less than two years, the next [Noble Fighting Festival] will be held.

This time, Constantine is the host city, and all the countries on the continent will send representatives.

What do you think the probability is that King Effiin will personally go into battle?"

Prime Minister Hayes' eyes lit up and he said:

"Your Majesty, this is a good idea. It seems that Cohen is only at the Silver level now.

The title of the strongest silver is still very attractive to him. After all, he is definitely aiming to break through the legend and needs to accumulate legendary degrees.

Besides, his queen was the last year's 'Strongest Silver', so he might have had this thought..."

Prince Heinz coughed lightly and interrupted the Prime Minister.

Hayes also realized that he had spoken out of turn. Queen Effie got the title of "Strongest Silver" by defeating his Majesty.

And he also watched that game at that time, well... it was indeed a bit horrible.

Yadel, who was the court teacher of Prince Effiin at the time, did not give the young princess of the Central Empire any face at all. The battle took only one minute from the beginning to the end.

She was crushed throughout the whole process and had no ability to fight back. In the end, she was shivering with cold and ended up in a miserable state.

Shanice's eyes narrowed slightly, she still remembered the battle eight years ago vividly!
Shanice suppressed her emotions and looked at the others.

Beren nodded and said:
"Cohen won't miss the [Noble Fighting Festival]. According to convention, winning the title of 'Strongest Silver' will earn at least thirty points of Legend.

With the strength and combat effectiveness he's shown now, he has a great chance of winning the title of 'Strongest Silver', and he'll definitely be tempted."

Prince Heinz also spoke:
"Yes, if that's not safe enough, you can add another big bet to attract the young king."

Shanice's eyes moved slightly and she looked at Heinz:
"What does the Prince mean?"

Heinz turned his gaze to Chief Heisenberg, a smile appeared on his lips, and he said:

"Sir, you know so much about King Effiin, but do you know what he is interested in?"

Heisenberg frowned slightly, thought seriously for a while, and said:
“Beauty?
According to my research, he is surrounded by quite a number of beautiful women. It's already being rumored that the young king's confidantes are among the most stunningly beautiful women on the continent."

Heinz smiled faintly, shook his head, and uttered two words softly:

"Dragon!"

After hearing the prince's words, Heisenberg's expression suddenly changed, and a deep murderous intent appeared in the depths of his eyes.

Heinz seemed not to notice and continued:

"Sir, you've done such a thorough investigation. You should know that there's a dragonborn girl with him, Asuna Iliad, who he just named the Red Dragon Duchess."

Heisenberg narrowed his eyes slightly and said lightly:
"I didn't expect His Royal Highness to be so interested in Cohen. It seems the military intelligence agency's work is very effective!"

Heinz smiled and said:

"I've been interested in him since he was able to train and form an army of orcs.

As for the intelligence about him, our military's intelligence capabilities are definitely not as good as yours.

I just happen to know a widowed viscountess, and the Red Dragon Duchess Asuna used to be the squire knight of this viscountess.

Well, there's no point in delving into this.

I mentioned Asuna mainly because Mr. has something in his hand that has a fatal attraction to Cohen!

He deliberately abducted Asuna from the Central Empire to the Northwest Continent, not just for the Duchess's beauty and talent.

If I'm not mistaken, he wants to raise a... dragon army!"

Prince Heinz's words shocked everyone.

The prince's analysis from a military perspective made several people nod thoughtfully.

Indeed, with the talent Cohen has shown so far, a silver-rank [Dragon Rider] does not seem to be enough for him to take seriously, and he was even made a duke, inheriting all the power and territory of the former Grand Duke of the Southern Territory.

This emphasis is indeed a bit excessive.

After Prince Heinz's analysis, everything made sense.

The fighting ability of the Dragonborn is certainly impressive, but the most enviable thing is the natural goodwill between them and the dragons.

If the Duchess is lucky, she might be able to raise a dragon army for Effiin.

Among them, Chief Heisenberg had the darkest expression. He did not expect that the royal court meeting that was originally planned to target Cohen would actually bring trouble upon him.

Heinz seemed not to notice Chief Heisenberg's expression, and said with a hint of sarcasm:

"Then, Mr. Heisenberg, acting with all due respect, are you willing, for the sake of the nation, to offer the dimensional passage to the exiled Hell Dragons, held by successive chiefs of the House of Nobles, as a prize for the [Nobles' Fighting Festival]?"

As soon as these words were spoken, the council hall fell into deathly silence.

Her Majesty the Empress, Chief Hayes and Beren finally understood what Prince Heinz was planning!

The first chief of the Central Empire's House of Nobles, he once followed the founding emperor to conquer other planes. During this campaign, he discovered a group of demon dragons in a small plane that were jointly exiled by the King of the Nine Hells and the Dragon Valley.

However, at that time, the number of the magic dragon tribe was pitifully small, and the tribe's inheritance was in jeopardy. The first generation chief, who was close to becoming a god, did not even take it seriously, so he casually arranged a space channel, as if leaving a small treasure for future generations.

As time passed, the chiefs kept changing, and few people knew about the Hell Dragon, until a chief of a certain generation accidentally found this gift left by the first chief.

When they found that small plane according to the recorded space channel, they were surprised to find that the weak and dying dragon clan had been reborn without their knowledge.

The exiled hell dragons gradually adapted to the environment of the small plane. The deep canyons, blazing volcanoes, and vast dark forests became their territories. They even established their own social order and formed many dragon families, fighting and cooperating with each other.

It was from that generation of chief that this small plane, which he named "Dragon Plane", became an important strategic target of the Central Empire's House of Nobles. Chiefs of all generations have been eyeing the Dragon Plane, wanting to recruit these ownerless dragons for their own use.

Unfortunately, the Demon Dragon Clan is brutal and greedy by nature, and has no credibility at all. There is no possibility of communication and cooperation at all. The chiefs of all generations have continuously adopted various methods to try to conquer the Demon Dragon plane, and have invested a lot of manpower, material and financial resources, but have never been able to make any substantial progress.

The Demon Dragon Plane is like an unshakable fortress, shattering the Central Empire's ambitions time and time again.

Just like the dwarves to the emperors of the Western Region Empire, the dragon plane has also become a knot in the hearts of the leaders of the Central Empire.

Since Heisenberg took over, he has naturally been ambitious to fulfill the wishes of previous chiefs, but unfortunately he has achieved little success.

The spatial channel of the Demon Dragon Plane is one of the core secrets passed down from generation to generation by the Nobles' House. Not only Heinz, a prince, but even His Majesty the Emperor cannot master it.

When he brought up the Demon Dragon Plane at this time, it was not so much that he was trying to lure Cohen to him, but rather that he himself was also eyeing the Demon Dragon Plane!
King Effiin is not the only one who wants to form a dragon army!

(End of this chapter)