Longmen Memoirs

Theresia seemed to have thought of something, and she couldn't finish her words.

"She did not agree or deny. Askaron will not go against your will, Theresia, but this time, she knows what she should do." The doctor said solemnly.

Theresia knew in her heart that the Doctor and Kelsey alone could not stop her. If she wanted, she could leave them and go to the Parliament at any time.

But she turned her head and glanced out the window. It was clear that the parliament building was so close. He could clearly see the outline of the building in the light rain, but she could not walk past the long corridor.

"I should have thought of it earlier. After you and Chen Mo got close to each other, Doctor, I should have thought that since the battle in the industrial zone ended, the attitudes of the congressmen have changed. I thought that all this could be solved after the war. .”

"I have mentioned to you more than once, Theresia, you have to be prepared. You must make a choice between ideals and reality." The doctor replied: "We can't wait until the end of the war to deal with these. The problem is, now is the best time. When the war is over, Sakaz's illness will become more serious. After the victory, the forces of all parties will regroup and weigh new pros and cons. You will become their new enemy, and your ideas will cause Their hostility, it was never Sakaz’s own problem.”

Dr. said.

"What we all know is, Your Highness, if conflicts and problems could be solved with words alone, this war would not have turned into what it is."

"But there's no need..." Theresa wanted to retort, but she knew it in her heart.

She looked at the doctor and her words suddenly stopped.

"I understand the idea, Your Highness." The doctor said: "But I also hope that you will not only consider your own ideals, but also the soldiers who died on the front line, including all those involved in this war, whether it is Sakaz or not, Outsiders, they all want the same thing.”

"No one does not expect victory, but Kazdaele needs more than victory. Victory in the war is only a prerequisite. What is more important is to deal with Sarkaz's serious illness. You have given them hope, but you should not just give them hope."

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The army from Liting came in from outside the city of Grai. Most of the troops from Liting were no strangers to this city, because most of them started from this city and then spread to all corners of Kazdaele.

After returning from Chen Mo, Li Ting made a division. Some of the soldiers and trainers lurking outside were regrouped under the command of the Tower of Babel, cutting off the connection with Li Ting. They were no longer Li Ting, but the other part, Fighters such as Mud Rock Hogg were reunited.

Chen Mo met Askaron on the steps in front of the parliament building.

She stood in the drizzle holding a black rain mountain.

This former general who conquered the Parliament of Kazdaele is now the head of the security department of the Tower of Babel. Without her approval, it would be impossible for the people leaving the court to enter the city smoothly. Of course, this was originally planned.

Everyone has their own position in this drama.

"I heard Scout mention it, but I decided to come and see it myself."

It was rare that her tone became much better at this moment. She looked at the armor that Chen Mo had not yet taken off. It was covered with dark brown blood, mixed with rainwater and flowed down. Most of them, including the soldiers following behind, were wearing Bloodstained and exhausted, but their mental state was just the opposite.

The soldiers leaving the court in the light rain. Since the civil war in Kazdare until now, even in the Tower of Babel, Ascalon has rarely seen soldiers of this level. Of course, this does not mean that there is no combat power in the Tower of Babel. There are people who are stronger than them, but a group of people who have their own purposes and beliefs. Fighting against them is not a good choice.

"In a hurry?" she asked. "You set off at the same time as the messenger and passed through most of the battlefield, but you were only half a day slower than them."

"Changes happen late, and we haven't made any corrections along the way."

"Don't be afraid of accidents."

"Although I am not a general, I am not capable of making such a mistake."

"You are wrong. It seems to me that you are born to lead a battle. At least compared to our generals, you are good enough."

Chen Mo was a little surprised.

"...This is the first time I hear praise from you."

"It's just a fact."

"Your Highness, she..."

"The doctor and Lord Kelsey have already passed. I knew His Highness would think of me at this time, so I left the Speaker's room early." Askaron said calmly, and Chen Mo's eyes couldn't help but fall on the weapon at her waist.

"Are you here to stop me?"

"I can't stop you, and I won't stop you." Askaron seemed to notice Chen Mo's gaze, "From the first time I met you, you gave me a bad premonition that one day, You will cause greater disaster."

"Aha, then your premonition has come true now." Chen Mo asked with a smile, but Askaron's face was extremely serious, and finally she couldn't help but sigh.

"You know what you're doing?" he asked.

"I know very well, Askaron." Chen Mo replied: "I know very well what I am doing and what role I should play. If this is a story, I think I am more like Dong Zhuo than Cao Mengde, but There is no way to do better than him, because His Highness is not Emperor Xian but Guangwu."

"Cao...what." Askaron tried to repeat Chen Mo's words, "Forget it, you always say things that people can't understand."

"It's just a very common analogy, don't worry about it."

"I would like to remind you that when you step onto the stairs of Parliament, there will be a large number of people throughout Kazdaele who will view you as an enemy, malicious, jealous, or someone who is cajoled by performance, and they will want you. Life."

"Can I still say no? Count on my fingers how many people want my life?" Chen Mo asked back. He looked up at the steps of the parliament behind Askaron. He sarcastically said: "They all know who is in charge of this." , but they can't hate His Highness. They can't let go of the victory and future interests they have won, but they have to hate someone and find a new target and a new hope. Theresia will not do anything to them. hope."

"Both the Tower of Babel and the Parliament must make concessions at this moment." Chen Mo retracted his gaze and looked at Ascalon: "It just so happens that in today's Tower of Babel, no one is more suitable than me. You can't do this, you are Sakaz, the doctor can't do it, because he is too close to His Highness, and Ms. Kelsey can't even do it, she... is not made for our profession."

Under the umbrella, Askaron clenched her fingers silently. Her eyes fell on the face that had become sad and weathered, showing fatigue and embarrassment. She recalled that when she first met this young mercenary, he was very young. , but why can’t I see the shadow of youth now?

"So, everything you've done so far has been leading up to now?"

She couldn't help but ask the answer to this question that no longer needed.

"I have been waiting for this day since I wrote the name Li Ting." Chen Mo said.

"..."

Ascalon was silent, and after a few seconds she spoke again.

"Don't betray His Highness, Chen Mo, don't give me the chance to kill you."

She said this, but Chen Mo didn't answer, he just crossed Askaron.

Askalon put down her umbrella, and she stood in the light rain, watching the man in black clothes and armor lead his army step by step up the wide steps in front of the House of Representatives.

Until it disappears from sight.

Chen Mo felt calm in his heart.

The wind and rain outside the House door poured into it with the sound of steel footsteps. This action attracted everyone's attention.

In the commotion, the executioners who left the court took over the security of the House, unarmed the accompanying escorts, they remained silent, and blocked every road leaving the House.

Chen Mo faced a pair of frightened eyes. His steps were steady and his face was gentle. There was no hint of anger or murderous intent. It was just the blood-stained head he was holding in his hand, and the familiar face with pupils dilated by blood loss. Looking at every big shot looking in this direction.

Their eyes followed the footsteps of this notorious butcher, and the scolding they wanted to say was swallowed back deep in their throats when faced with the bloody head.

The iron armor made a soft sound when it collided, and the rainwater flowed through the dried blood. His actions and appearance were not as polite as those of the members participating in the parliament.

Chen Mo walked up to the high platform, lowered his head and held the long knife in his hand.

Standing in the vacant position that should have belonged to Theresia, she faced the eyes of everyone present.

He knew that the people in front of him knew who he was. Even if they didn't know, they should know that there was such a person. He and his troops had become the target of countless assassinations.

"Good day, everyone."

He smiled, and his smile undoubtedly looked extremely ferocious in everyone's eyes.

"Having said that, I think many of you actually want to kill me, and I also want to kill you, but unfortunately, I can't do it, and you can't do it."

He walked to the high platform and waved. The black-clothed executioner behind him moved a bench. He sat on the bench with his long knife in front of him, overlooking the many eyes on the steps of the parliament below.

"So, in order to solve this problem, I decided to sit down and talk to you. I have always been a reasonable person, and I believe that you are willing to listen to me."

There was no response or Yaque was silent.

But after all, there are one or two who will be inspired to come forward and make some temptations that they are accustomed to doing.

"Be reasonable, this is how you reason, despicable outsider, you are showing contempt, you are provoking and threatening, I will never agree, even if you kill me, what kind of place do you think this is, this is not Wherever you can act wild and wanton, Your Highness Theresia will allow you to behave like this! You have deceived Your Highness, but you cannot deceive us!"

Just like now, Chen Mo ignored the person who made the noise, but focused his gaze on a place not far away, where sat a patriarch of a Kazdaele family. The blood demon's pale skin was extremely conspicuous.

"If I were you, I would not choose to show up at this time. Sir Gratz, I know you. You and the Lord of Trento of Krefgen under Tracys were once friends. You accepted the invitation in the same place. Education, we still keep in touch, such as the letter you sent half a month ago."

The other party's face turned a little pale.

"Slander, you actually dare to slander me in this way..."

"Don't be so excited, Sir. I didn't say that you betrayed His Highness. In fact, many people, not just you, are still in contact with that side." Chen Mo said calmly: "For example, the foodie from Xie Ling next to me Grand Duke Heathman the Corrupter, but he is not treated as well as you. A week ago, I went to Sherland to talk to him in person. The Grand Duke was very happy and gave me a gift before leaving, so I made a special trip back to let him know. Everyone, take a look."

He pointed to the head beside him and put down his hand.

"I know, and you also know that some of the people here are still thinking about it, and feel that this war should not end like this. Or perhaps, they feel that they still hold a big weight in their hands, and you can control this at any time. In a war situation, whoever you want to win can win, and some people are making calculations, thinking that since the Tower of Babel cannot keep you, you can still place your bet again."

"Yes, after all, Kazdale's life and death has nothing to do with you. As long as everyone makes a lot of money, whatever Kazdale becomes will not affect you. Even..." He paused: "I still get With a few letters of contact with foreign countries, this is not a bad choice."

"But I also believe that among all of you here, there are still many people who sincerely fight for the Tower of Babel, for His Highness, or for Sakaz and Kazdaele. But among these people, it is inevitable that there will be some issues with His Highness. There were some conflicts and disagreements because of conceptual issues."

No one answered.

"Aren't you going to say something, everyone?" he asked.

After a long time, someone finally spoke.

"I acknowledge the fact you said. Perhaps we and His Highness did have some inevitable differences, but how do you plan to resolve these issues, Your Excellency."

The person who spoke was an old Sakaz, a rare male succubus. He asked: "Dispose of all these people like the Grand Duke Sher?"

"I hope to discuss a deal with you." Chen Mo said, and he stood up: "The city of Xie Ling is still vacant, and the property left by the Grand Duke has not been touched at all. These can be left to you to discuss and decide. The Grand Duke is not the third He is not the only one with ideas, but we can ignore these. Tracys cannot give you this kind of promise. He may promise you something. You are not participating in this war just for the sake of it. Your Highness, we all know that no one will do a loss-making business, but how old is Kazdaele? Those lords and forces under Tracys, will they allow you to get closer and divide their interests?"

"No, so we can only rely on war." He said: "Whether it is forced to participate in [#}

"One, two, or a few defectors may not affect the overall situation. Maybe Tracy and his men are willing to receive and make promises, but more, ten, twenty, or even half of the parliament, yes, At that time, of course we will lose, but who will win, the defectors? Or the remaining people?" He shook his head: "No, their defection is just to occupy the remaining people's land and the remaining people's power. and interests, they will not get the treatment they deserve because they are losers. From the moment they choose to defect, they are destined not to be looked down upon by others. Who would want to betray Theresia, who would be willing to go Bear the infamy!”

He spoke slowly and calmly.

"You may think that I am threatening you?" He smiled: "Yes, now, at this moment, this is a threat. I will hang this head on the wall of Grai. I dare to promise you that I will never Be soft! Your territory, city, and family will eventually be divided and seized by others."

"You must be very dissatisfied. This is normal. You must also think that I will definitely die, but it doesn't matter. You can use any method, but I hope it will not affect this war. We can wait until the war is over, and then you will be free. , feel free to publicize what I have done, I am waiting for your methods."

He said slowly, turned around, and left the speaker's seat.

"Don't say it's unpredictable."

No one, or some people thought of it but didn't dare to speak.

Did what he did have the instruction of Theresia?

It was rare that the usually bickering parliament finally maintained a rare moment of tranquility.

No.16 The Butcher of Sakaz ([-]) No glimpse into the future

Chen Mo left from the passage next to the House of Representatives.

He left behind what was now the supreme authority of the so-called Tower of Babel.

He didn't care what those people thought.

They would never choose to rebel at this time, because Theresa has not expressed his position yet, and he may be regarded as a clown, but this does not deny that he will do what he says, and it is inevitable that he will stir up trouble among this group of people. A heart-wrenching thorn was stabbed in the heart of the so-called Sakaz powerful man.

He became a sharp thorn in the ills of the Tower of Babel.

All the consequences and faults of what Li Court and the Industrial Zone did will be pushed onto him alone, and he will be responsible for the source of the entire contradiction in the Tower of Babel.

However, he has already broken up with the parliament. This is the first time he has officially appeared in front of the dignitaries and members of the parliament, and it is also the last time he has come to this disgusting power struggle.

War is always inseparable from these. Behind and at the beginning of war, there is often a struggle to divide interests and weigh the pros and cons. It is inevitable and cannot be reversed.

Theresia seemed to have come in a hurry. Traces of rain could still be seen on her body. The light rain wetted His Highness's long white hair. Her figure was as friendly as ever, but her face could not hide the sadness.

"...Chen Mo."

She called Chen Mo, but did not add the word "sir".

"House... Theresia."

Chen Mo stopped and looked at Theresia who was blocking his way. He knew exactly what he had done. Without any orders, he first dealt with the scavenger archduke of Xie Erland and then ordered others to do so. After chasing down the escaped Marquis of Chester, he led his army to the Parliament and threatened and intimidated all the members of the Parliament who were interested in the Tower of Babel in front of everyone.

He just said some facts that everyone knew but no one dared to say.

He just lifted the lid that was covered by everyone's tacit understanding, so of course he had to be the most damned person.

"Why?" Theresa asked.

"Do you want to ask me why I dealt with Duke Scheer, or..." He looked back at the door of the parliament not far away, and could vaguely hear the angry controversy over there.

"Ask me why I'm threatening your council?"

Theresa shook her head.

"No, what I want to ask is, why don't you tell me? Don't you... don't believe me?"

"If I told you that I would kill Duke Scheer and that I would come to Parliament to do some evil things that you don't want to see, would you agree?"

"..."

Theresia didn't answer.