Volume 2: Empire Chapter 162: Awakening of the Clear Sky
“No?” Qingkong crossed his legs, his eyes half-smiled, “So… you are still a pure man, it’s rare to find someone with such self-control.
I like you a little bit!"
Luke found that the rhythm of this conversation was controlled by Qingkong. At the same time, he also understood the state of those people facing Qingkong. How could they think with that pair of white long legs swaying in front of their eyes?
"Qingkong, I think we can discuss this matter later when we have time. Anyway, since you have awakened, if you want to like me more deeply, there are plenty of opportunities." Luke immediately regained control of this conversation: "Now you can only exist for one hour a day. If you want to increase the time, you must strengthen my mental power, and to increase my mental power, I need to continue to control Qingkong... that is, your body.
We need to discuss some taboo things in advance, otherwise I don’t know if those actions are offensive to you.”
"Oh... I only appear once a day! This is really too little. It is very necessary to improve your mental strength as soon as possible." Qingkong thought seriously, then stretched out a finger and said: "First, I don't want others to know my existence. Only you need to know it. This is a little secret between you and me."
Qingkong's expression was a little disdainful, which made Luke think over and over again about the meaning behind her request, fearing that there was some trap in it.
However, Qingkong did not show schizophrenia in front of others, which suited his needs very well, so Luke replied: "Okay, I will be responsible for Qingkong's external communications."
“Second…” Qingkong stretched out another finger and shook it slightly: “Let me wake up for one hour every day. The time is completely at my disposal.”
Luke was not confused by the clear sky, and he did not fully agree: "Unless there are special circumstances, you can wake up for one hour every day, and you can decide the time. But my needs have higher priority!
Our relationship is also... I am prior to you, and my existence is the foundation of your existence."
"You're right. I'm just a captive slave of yours. I only exist because I depend on you." Although Qingkong complained, he didn't look like he was complaining at all. He even asked teasingly at the end: "Do you... really want me to call you 'Master' now?"
Luke's blood pressure rose and his heartbeat quickened because of the clear sky.
In less than an hour, I felt more tired than after attending the imperial meeting for the whole morning.
"If you feel that we need a name to address each other, and if you think that 'Master' and 'Slave' fit the relationship between you and me, I don't mind being called 'Master' by you."
"Ah... so serious." Qingkong sighed: "We had a good atmosphere, but you ruined it completely.
Now let me talk about my third request.
You could have prevented me from awakening, but you made another choice. Since you chose to let Qingkong possess her soul, you must accept my existence.
In this world, I am probably the only one who knows your past, will accompany you for the rest of your life, and will protect you without reservation.
Treat me as your family member, without any estrangement, is my last request to you. "
Qingkong's words calmed Luke down instantly.
yes!
Ever since Qingkong awakened, he had been on guard against her, acting with the awareness of intrigue and scheming against her, being cautious and confronting her at every turn.
Judging her character and dangerousness all the time.
He repeatedly warned her that he was the foundation of her existence and asked her to fulfill her obligations, but he ignored the responsibilities he should bear to Qingkong.
This shouldn't be the person Qingkong has to face when he awakens for the first time.
"I'm sorry I messed up our first meeting." Luke explained, "I was too nervous and didn't know how to face you..."
Before Luke could finish, Qingkong burst into laughter: "Looks like I've turned the tables...hahaha...you're so funny.
My life will never be boring from now on.”
The changes in the clear sky made Luke dumbfounded: "You..."
"Stop talking, let's end today's meeting. I won't give you a chance to win me. Goodbye... I'm going to read your stories and your little secrets to accumulate some material for our next meeting."
After saying that, Qingkong took the initiative to cancel the awakening state without waiting for today's awakening time to end.
Luke regained control of the clear sky, and his heart was filled with mixed feelings, as if his mouth was filled with different kinds of seasonings.
He could feel Qingkong, who had retreated to the backstage, carefully reading the part of the memory he had left with her.
My future life will definitely be full of surprises!
Luke felt a little regretful. Why did he act so carelessly... The message on his phone clearly repeatedly emphasized the danger of Clear Sky Awakening, but he did not take this message as a warning at all. Instead, he had the mentality of "If you don't let me do it, I will do it anyway."
The bad habits of intelligent creatures!
It’s too late to regret now, and I can only learn to adapt to the existence of such a clear sky.
Next time, I have to be careful not to fall into the trap she digs and let her see my embarrassing situation.
After Luke had done some psychological counseling for himself, he lifted the secret spell and restored the basement to its original state.
Just as Luke was thinking about going to the downtown area to see if Ed had collected the things needed for the next dose of the mysterious substance mixture, Agatha's carriage stopped outside the door.
Qingkong said goodbye to Agatha and left, and Luke invited Agatha into his office.
"Why is there no one here?"
Not only was there no spy on duty at the door, but there was no staff inside either. After sitting down, Agatha couldn't help but ask Luke in confusion.
"I'll give them a day off." Luke made a cup of tea for Agatha, then asked, "Is the Royal Cabinet meeting over so soon?"
Have a holiday?
Agatha was confused.
Now the Secret Service is investigating the Fania coup, arresting and interrogating people, and every agent is so busy that they wish they could split themselves in half.
You, the Secret Service Department Six, are actually on holiday!
Agatha thought of Qingkong who had just left, and realized that the two of them must have done something that required the personnel from the Secret Service Department 6 to stay away.
Although she was curious about what the two of them did, Agatha refrained from asking and said, "After you left the venue, Her Royal Highness the Queen briefly discussed some topics and adjourned the meeting. We will continue tomorrow when you join us."
Luke didn't expect that his departure would prevent the Royal Cabinet meeting from being held.
"Many things can still be discussed without my participation. Prime Minister Gabriel and those cabinet ministers know how to handle state affairs better than I do."
Agatha drank her tea and did not answer immediately, thinking about what happened in the Crystal Palace.
After a while, she said, "Perhaps Her Majesty the Queen doesn't want to make everyone too nervous, and so many things can't be handled in one day. I noticed that you were often distracted during the meeting. Is there something bothering you?"
Luke could feel that Agatha was a little different today, and she looked troubled. He said, "We all feel troubled by some things, but we can't tell others about these things, so we can only find ways to solve them ourselves.
My matter is related to Qingkong. We just talked about it and it was resolved.
Your Highness, what is troubling you? If you can tell me, I am willing to be a listener. "
Agatha found it difficult to tell Luke what was on her mind.
As for her father's last order... to kill Luke, she had never considered this option.
another……
Agatha felt she was not ready, and there was also Dale.
"I'm thinking about how to go to Tedega Hill to meet Sinclair. Although we all think Sinclair will not rebel, he may not be able to suppress those who want to push him to become the emperor of the empire.
The Celtic Duke will never miss such a good opportunity."
Luke sorted out his mind, which was confused by the clear sky, and thought about the situation in Tedega Hill.
"The entire Northern Army has gone to the Tedega Hills. The output of the Barbarian Territory can barely support the Barbarian Army, which has low requirements for new weapons and equipment, but it definitely cannot support the Northern Army, which has huge logistical needs.
As long as we continue to supply the Northern Army, there will be opposition from within the Northern Army if they want to rebel. Therefore, in the short term, we don't have to worry about the Barbarian Army and the Northern Army joining forces. At most, they will not attack each other.
Besides, we don’t need to rush to Tedega Hill to meet Sinclair. Let’s spread the news first and let them fight among themselves. With the division, we will know who to win over.”
Talking about politics, Agatha stopped thinking about it: "You mean to release the news that we want to meet Sinclair first, but not go now, and wait for them to change internally.
What time do you think is best for you to go? I will ask the Secret Service to prepare in advance."
Luke thought about it again and said, "The entire Northern Army is on the southern front, and they must be waiting to see the joke on the Northern battlefield. After all, the Snow Army is newly established, and all the subsequent reinforcements are new recruits who have never experienced war. If the Art County Alliance breaks through the Northern defense line in the spring war, the Northern Army will make a big move.
If the Snow Legion holds the North, the problems within the North Legion will be exposed, and we will go there then."
Agatha frowned and said, "I came to you this time to discuss this matter. Letting the newly formed Snow Legion guard the northern border is an extremely risky military adventure.
Intelligence from the Winter Capital shows that the army of the Art County Alliance will be greatly strengthened at the beginning of spring, and the risk of a spring war is even higher than that of a winter war. "
Luke said: “I know that the war against the Art County Alliance in the spring is very risky, but we cannot leave the hidden danger of the Northern Legion in the North, as that would be even more risky.
The army formed by the City of Raging Waves will head north at the beginning of spring, and the fleet of the City of Raging Waves will also engage in battle with the Allied Navy of Art County after the ice in the sea melts. This will greatly alleviate the pressure faced by the Snow Legion.
Moreover... I have another great gain from my trip to Winter Capital. Someone will provide me with a complete set of the Art County Alliance combat plan."
When Agatha heard that Luke had obtained the battle plan of the Art County Alliance, she was so surprised that she could fit an egg in her mouth.
"You, how did you do it? How could you possibly leak secrets to us when you have access to such a confidential person and the status you have reached in the Art County Alliance?
Don’t be fooled!”
Luke smiled and said, "The heating system for the Snow City battlefield was provided to me by this person. Don't worry... It is not in this person's interest for the At County Alliance to defeat the Empire. Only when the war is stalemate or the At County Alliance suffers a little loss can he move forward.
After he gives me the battle plan for the Art County Alliance, I will pass it on to you. You should also make a good plan and don't win too much and make our friends unhappy. "
Agatha felt relieved after solving a big problem.
Using the battle plan of the At County Alliance, as long as the Empire is not an idiot, it will be easy to defend the northern border.
"Your trip to Winter Capital this time not only helped the Empire win the Battle of Snow City, but also helped the Empire win the war against the At County Alliance in advance. When you are willing to announce what you have done, it will definitely be a classic courseware that all your peers will have to learn and study in the future.
What do you want?
Not to mention your future achievements, just by rescuing the queen and saving the empire, your merits are enough for the queen to give you anything you want."
"What do I want?" Luke thought seriously, "I am very satisfied with what I have now. It seems that there is nothing special I want."
Agatha thought for Luke: "Are you satisfied? You are just a viscount now, you must be promoted to a marquis.
The "special" in the title of special cabinet minister must also be removed to become a real cabinet minister, preparing to take over the cabinet in the future.
Since you will be the Prime Minister of the Empire in the future, even if you are also the Governor of Nutao City, you can't go back often. You need a residence that suits your status near the imperial capital and the palace... I have an empty villa, if you don't mind, I'll give it to you.
Oh, and there is also a job title.
The cabinet minister needs to be in charge of an important department. Is there any department you want to go to?"
Luke shook his head and said, "It's not appropriate for us to arrange a reward for me here."
Agatha said, "It's not very suitable, but I think Her Majesty the Queen will definitely agree. If you are not interested in the government department, I know a position that is very suitable for you."
Luke asked curiously, "What position?"
"The former commander of the City Guard has resigned and returned home. This is one of the reasons why the City Guard participated in the Fania coup. The City Guard needs to be reorganized after this incident. This corps must be handed over to someone who can be trusted.
At the afternoon imperial meeting, Prime Minister Gabriel proposed a candidate for the new commander of the City Garrison Corps, but was directly rejected by Her Majesty the Queen.
I think in Her Majesty the Queen's heart, you are the most qualified person for this key position."
The Saint Lun City Garrison Corps has a full strength of 100,000 people. Their duty is to protect the imperial capital and they are considered the imperial guards of the Golden Shield Empire.
Looking at the coup last night, the position of corps commander is really very important.
Luke said helplessly: "I have too many things to do now, and with the addition of a city garrison, I really don't know if I can manage it well.
Isn’t there anyone else who can do the job?”
Agatha said, "No, there can't be any mistakes in this position. If you feel you are too busy, you can transfer people from Fury City to assist you. You can prepare a list and give it to Her Majesty the Queen."
"All right!"
Luke agreed, which meant that a group of officials from Nutao City officially entered the imperial court and became the Queen's own people to replace the officials of the old system.
A new emperor appoints new ministers!
