After I died, my personal maid rebelled.

After the Second Division garrison in Ironlake City quickly replenished its ranks with well-trained new recruits from the military camp, Kate has been working diligently for the past few months, taking the initiative to shoulder the entire division's training plan.

Ironlake City is the young lady's territory. Although it cannot compare with Broad Valley City in terms of military industry, Ironlake City's military factories can mass-produce the latest weapons and equipment.

Moreover, the southern commercial district is economically prosperous, and Governor Jacob is practically one of their own, so he naturally wouldn't neglect the development of the livestock industry in the commercial district.

Chicken eggs from chicken farms, fish and shrimp preserved in amber, and the most famous red-tailed ducks—raising soldiers is nothing more than feeding and training, and feeding is far more important than training.

With high-quality protein and ample weaponry, Kate was determined to put in a lot of training, hoping to secure a key position in the next battle.

As a result, the slogans of Ironlake City grew louder day by day, and the first to step into the southern battlefield was a new department composed of adventurers, which was called something like the Special Forces Department.

Kate pondered for a long time, "What unit dares to be more courageous than our 2nd Division, and even more so..."

So a few days later, Kate wrote a report and happily ran to Ice City.

As is well known, Kate's 2nd Division has six regiments: three combat regiments and three militia regiments, or rather, three supplementary regiments. The unit is composed entirely of veteran soldiers with an extremely fierce fighting style.

Some say Kate is ambitious, but Kate laughs and says, "Your Grace wouldn't even need to slap me to death, just a little finger would suffice."

This person is clearly trying to sow discord. If he were ambitious, the Duke wouldn't have drawn officers and veterans from the Second Division to form the Imperial Guard.

Besides, a young lady always needs someone by her side. What kind of heir is someone without military power? You say I'm ambitious, but I'm worried you're plotting something.

Kate stood at the office door with a posture more perfect than that of a guard. After Earl Morpheus finished his report, Kate was summoned by the young lady and stepped into the office.

Compared to the ever-changing Ice City, the Duke's Mansion, which has remained largely unchanged, feels quite welcoming. The Duke and Saintess Jane, standing around a sand table, are focused on rehearsing their attack plans.

Sitting behind her desk, Miss Luna, biting her pen, asked him blankly, "What are you doing here? Didn't I tell you to keep an eye on the southern front?"

"Yes, it's about the southern front."

Kate felt something was off, and after glancing at the Duke again, she understood: the Duke was planning to wage war against the demons.

He straightened his back and said seriously, "Didn't that special forces unit head south? I think the main force should follow, since they only have a little over a hundred people, and they're bound to encounter some danger."

"You're quite the worrywart. Erian and the knights are watching over there. Why are you going to get involved? Don't you think transporting grain is free?"

Luna glared at him, then winked at someone to the side, signaling them not to let their older brother hear.

She knew perfectly well what Kate was anxious about. Military merit was only a small part of the reason. To put it bluntly, apart from the Duke's mansion, the Second Division was the richest in the Northern Territory.

Those veterans were rewarded with a lot of money, and each of them was even stingier than a rich man, just waiting for the war to end so they could get married and start families.

Luna and Kate had already chosen a place for them; it wasn't far, in what used to be the Southern Territory, now the Southern Duchy.

Back then, the Second Division and Luna's personal guards joined forces to conquer a large territory in the southern region. They originally intended to wage a long-term war, but were forced to give up due to various reasons.

On the day he left, Kate vowed that one day he would fight his way back and then find a beautiful beach to build a house and retire in.

As for clearing out the nobles in the southern part of the central district, those third-rate private armies, Kate didn't even consider them a threat. This wasn't even a sledgehammer to crack a nut; it was a full-fledged funeral service.

From beginning to end, Kate had only one goal: the Southern Territory.

However, to conquer the Southern Territory, we must first clear out the southern part of the Central District; otherwise, the Duke will surely transfer troops from the more nearby Eastern Territory in the future.

The Third Division of the Eastern Territory is formidable. It is incredibly strong, with seven regiments under its command, all of which are standard combat regiments. In terms of combat power and fighting spirit, it is no less than the Second Division.

"Commander Reid does indeed need to be recalled. We are now engaged in a two-front war, and without Commander Reid's cavalry division, the troops are finding it difficult to operate..."

As Luna spoke, she glanced at her brother, but she quickly received a reply.

"The light cavalry regiment will follow the Second Division to ensure pursuit capabilities. The Knight Division will return to Ice City, the veteran regiment will be rotated to the Iron Lake City military camp, the First Regiment of the Second Division and two militia regiments will remain in the camp outside Green Gorge City, and the rest of the troops will be stationed in the royal city."

"But one point needs to be emphasized: do not interfere with the operations of Erión and the Special Forces. Your mission is to maintain stability in the Central District and to provide them with assistance."

The Second Division's initiative to request battle was somewhat expected by Oswald, as the Second Division was Luna's elite force, so he would still show favoritism where necessary.

The Third Division is responsible for construction, while the Fourth Division's combat effectiveness needs to be improved. After capturing the royal city, the Knight Division, this excellent weapon, should be put away and used as a powerful mobile force to deal with emergencies at any time.

The southern front was originally Luna's battlefield, so sending the well-prepared Second Division directly forward would make it easier for Luna to control the situation in the central region.

"Now that your elder brother has agreed, go and make the preparations. Remember, what we need is stability."

After repeatedly emphasizing that no trouble should be caused, Luna finally issued the military order and sent the overjoyed Kate away.

In early September, the Second and Third Regiments of the Second Division, along with the Light Cavalry Regiment, sailed south downstream and arrived at the royal city, a place that filled the soldiers with a mix of emotions.

The fierce battle is still vivid in our minds; the broken stone slabs and city walls tell the story of the past, filled with the clash of swords.

The royal city has been completely transformed. The previous generation of residents has almost all died out, and most of those who come here are merchants from all over the world.

They brought their local specialties here to trade, and then bought goods from other merchants to take back to their hometowns.

The merchants from the Northern Territories and the Southern Duchy were the most frequent traders, and those with the largest trading volume.

The ironware, timber, and industrial products of the Northern Territory, and the tea, wine, and tobacco of the Southern Principality, were of high quality and highly complementary, promoting friendly exchanges.

However, Kate wasn't in the mood to go shopping yet; he needed to communicate with the local garrison and other departments to avoid any unpleasantness.

"You risked your life with your daughter in tow?"

Kate arrived at the palace's special forces unit, greeting the members with a smile. Dane and Robert were old acquaintances; Kate couldn't help but tease them, recalling the expression on the young lady's face when Robert's adopted daughter was mentioned.

"Sigh, there's nothing we can do. Since she wants to come, let her gain some experience so she can find a job in Harbin later."

Robert looked at Frenda's innocent smile and sighed helplessly.

"I heard from the young lady that your mission is not easy, so if you encounter any difficulties or need any help, please feel free to ask me."

"Especially you, Miss Frenda, for your safety, you should stay in the palace, in a place protected by the army."

Frenda paused for a moment, then immediately nodded. "Yes, I understand, Uncle Kate."

Kate is right; hunting down the Mage's Guild is inherently a life-threatening endeavor. If there's a level to lawlessness, then the mages of the Mage's Guild are absolutely top-tier.

They never obey the law, nor do they believe that the law can restrain them. Most members of the association choose to stay away from ordinary people and study magic in small groups.

With a great mage presiding over this enormous creature, even the old man Medivh dared not make any rash moves.

The last time the Mage Guild mobilized on a large scale was to besiege Duke Oswald, who had infiltrated the city, and incidentally to defend the royal city.

"We need the military to build an intelligence network, Commander Kate," Dane said emphatically. "I suggest the cavalry operate alongside our special forces members. If any suspicious activity is detected, both sides should immediately engage and eliminate them!"

"No problem. To cooperate with your work, the young lady has gathered paladins who will accompany you."

Kate suddenly smiled, a smile that sent chills down the spines of the three S-rank adventurers.

"After all, the Second Division's main job is to maintain stability. Of course, if you discover any cities or villages where there are riots or demonstrations, please provide the coordinates immediately."