Extraordinary Rise: Starting Contract with the Silver Dragon Countess

Chapter 235: The Empress's Suspicion! (I'm going to hurry up and finish this plot. There's only one chapter left!)
After hearing Dickinson's words, everyone in the mansion was shocked and turned pale.

The news that His Royal Highness the Grand Duke was assassinated by the Chief of the Secretariat made them feel dizzy.

The person in charge of the mansion soon realized one thing: as staff members of the mansion, they also had an unshirkable responsibility for the assassination of the Grand Duke!
To shirk responsibility as much as possible...

Facing Dickinson's stern gaze, the mansion manager quickly recovered and replied anxiously:
"General, it was the people in the attendant room who imprisoned us!

They are still resisting and refusing to surrender!"

A sinister smile appeared on Dickinson's lips, and his voice was full of threats:
"Think carefully before you speak, and don't give false testimony!"

The person in charge of the mansion also spoke more fluently:

"I can take responsibility for what I said. It was indeed the people in the attendant room who imprisoned us. We have no idea what exactly happened in the banquet hall."

Dickinson nodded slightly and said:

"Okay, very good. Remember what you said. If you change your statement in the future, I won't admit it!"

After saying this, he sent soldiers to guard everyone, and then walked into the banquet hall with his personal guards.

It didn't take much effort to find the three girls hiding in a secret corner of the banquet hall.

The three originally beautiful and elegant women were now frightened and in a mess. When they saw the vicious soldiers rushing in, they couldn't help but scream.

Dickinson came up to Grand Duke Silver Frost and Viscount Claude, each of whom had a big hole on his chest. He sneered and signaled the personal guards behind him to cover the two with white cloth.

Then he showed what he thought was a kind smile, walked up to the three girls, and said softly:
"Ms. Ella, Ms. Heidi... and this must be the famous singer Ms. Goya who is very popular recently.

My daughter is your biggest fan!
It is an honor to meet you three beautiful ladies. I am Colonel Dickinson, commander of the 9th Corps of the Capital Garrison Command.

You can just call me the leader."

The three women were trembling with fear. The singer Goya had experienced more than them. They tried to calm themselves down, but their voices still rang with fear.

"Master, we...we didn't murder the Grand Duke. It was...that man named...Redinoz who did it..."

Colonel Dickinson suddenly broke into a sinister laugh, interrupting Goya's words, and then said in a cold voice:

"Ms. Goya, please think carefully before you speak. Who assassinated the Archduke?"

As soon as the words fell, a powerful aura rose from the ground, forcing the three girls to collapse to the ground.

Goya was so frightened that his whole body went limp.

Dickinson said coldly:
"The one who assassinated the Grand Duke tonight was Sheppard, the Head of the Chamberlain's Office. Did you understand?"

The three of them were suddenly startled. Even though they were at a loss and had no idea what was going on, they knew what the other party meant.

Let them frame the chief attendant of the Grand Duke?

How could they have the courage to do that?

Dickinson continued in a cold voice:
"It's okay if you don't want to talk about it, but your families..."

As he spoke, he threw out a few crystal stones from his arms, on which were pictures of the three girls' families being imprisoned.

Terror and anger flashed in the eyes of the three people at the same time. Their families were actually kidnapped by the other party!
Dickinson said coldly:
"If you want your parents, brother, and sister to live well, just do as I just taught you.

Don't try to ask anyone for help, because the person you're looking for might very well be our ally!"

Dickinson had made it very clear that there was a coup force lurking in the upper echelons of Silver Frost that was behind the assassination of the Grand Duke and wanted to put the blame on Sheppard, the chief attendant.

As direct eyewitnesses of the assassination, the confessions of these three women were the most convincing.

Therefore, Dickinson wanted to force the three of them to join this coup force.

The three of them had no choice. Their families were in the hands of the other party, and the power the other party had now displayed was far beyond what the three ordinary girls could withstand.

Goya suppressed the fear in his heart and said in a trembling voice:

"I...we can promise you, but you have to ensure the safety of us and our families."

Dickinson's smile grew a little warmer, and he said:
"Of course. I promise that not only will your family be safe, but in the future, you will also enjoy wealth and prosperity beyond your imagination!"

After dealing with the witnesses, Dickinson received a message from his men that the Grand Duke's Guards had finally arrived.

Dickinson chuckled. The timing was just right. He asked his men to watch over the three girls and led his men out of Yinlu Mansion to meet up with the Imperial Guards.

……

"The Yinlu Mansion has been successfully taken over. The attendant room security team put up a fierce resistance and didn't leave anyone alive. However, the mansion's management and the three female companions who attended the banquet are still there.

According to preliminary inquiries, the murderer who attempted to assassinate His Highness the Grand Duke was the Chief of Staff, Shepherd!

The voice of Chief Superintendent General Koch caused a great uproar in the command room.

What followed was a barrage of curses and condemnations.

Prime Minister Faria's eyes were filled with deep anger. He waved his hand to stop the angry words of the crowd, looked at Perez, who was full of anger, and said:

“Director Perez, everyone at Yinlu Mansion will be taken over by the investigation team to quickly uncover the truth behind the assassination of the Grand Duke.

I allow you to use your right to investigate and interrogate everyone. You must get to the bottom of this matter!"

Perez replied yes.

Faria looked at Koch again and said:
"Tomorrow I will declare a state of emergency and martial law throughout the country, and all military forces will be under the command of the Martial Law Department.

General Redinolz, you will serve as the deputy commander of the Martial Law Department and assist General Koch in handling national military affairs.

All work is reported to the Minister of Defense."

After arranging the specific tasks, the Prime Minister's voice became much heavier:

"The country has suddenly fallen into chaos. I hope all my colleagues can unite sincerely and overcome this crisis together!"

"Yes!"

Not long after, the noise of the battle between the two legendary transcendents in Frost Star City gradually dissipated and the battle ended.

Soon, the legendary guard arrived at the Prime Minister's residence. Seeing the expressions on everyone's faces, he asked:
"Who exactly assassinated His Highness the Grand Duke?"

Faria repeated the information he had just received to the legendary guards, including General Redinolz's speculation.

After hearing this, the guard's face showed anger and he cursed:
"brute!
This bastard, His Highness the Grand Duke trusted him so much, yet he actually did something so worse than pigs and dogs!

Where is he? I will tear him into pieces!"

Prime Minister Faria waved his hand slightly to stop the angry legendary guards and asked in a deep voice:

"Do you know the identity of the legendary you fought?"

After a brief silence, the guard spoke:
"Almost. Judging from the fight with him, he should be a legendary killer from the Black Tomb!"

People from the Black Tomb!

Upon hearing this judgment, everyone was shocked and couldn't understand why the continent's number one underground organization would suddenly target their Silver Frost Principality.

Just as everyone was puzzled, CIA Director "Perez" suddenly slammed his fist and said loudly:
"I see!
General Redinolz was right. That bastard Sheppard is indeed colluding with the Kingdom of Ceylon!"

Everyone turned their eyes to Perez, who looked furious.

Perez said angrily:

"The third prince of the Kingdom of Ceylon, Saxon, had colluded with Black Grave before. Was the attack on King Effiin two years ago carried out by Saxon and Black Grave?

This person has a history of collaborating with the Black Tomb to attack monarchs of other countries!"

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone suddenly looked enlightened.

As the director of the CIA, Perez does possess a lot of unknown intelligence.

As the identity of King Effiin was revealed, various pieces of information about him were collected and organized by people who wanted to take a closer look at this astonishing young king.

Faria's face showed a gloomy expression, and he said in a deep voice:

"The crisis in Aifeiyin hasn't been resolved yet, and the Kingdom of Ceylon is at it again. They really treat us, Yinshuang, as soft persimmons. Everyone wants to take a bite!"

Redinozzi said at this time:
"It's okay for Aifeiyin, after all, it was us Yinshuang who didn't do the right thing before, but the Kingdom of Ceylon, this bastard actually dared to take advantage of the situation and rob us!

It’s really hateful.”

Redinolz spoke out what was in everyone's mind. Many people present were originally against Silver Frost's complete allegiance to the Kingdom of Ceylon. It was only because the third prince Saxon persuaded Viscount Claude that the current situation came about.

But it doesn't make sense to say this now.

Prime Minister Faria seemed to have aged significantly overnight. He waved his hand and said:
"Let's not talk about the rest for now. Let's stabilize the domestic situation first. Then I'll go to the Western Region Empire to seek justice from His Majesty Emperor Monroe!"

……

As Shepard's home and office were searched, more and more evidence showed that he was the mastermind behind the assassination of Grand Duke Silver Frost.

Not only did all his family members disappear inexplicably overnight, but there were also many secret communications between him and Saxon, the third prince of the Kingdom of Ceylon, found in the secret room of his home, as well as some warrants that had not been destroyed in time.

The headquarters of the National Steering Committee was in the building of the Council of Nobles. As the chairman, Faria informed all the members and domestic noble representatives of the specific circumstances of the assassination of the Grand Duke.

Now the power of the entire attendant room is temporarily taken over by the military police under Redinoz.

Faria said solemnly on the stage:

"The most important thing now is to eliminate all forces related to Shepard in the government and the military to prevent them from reviving again.

I will personally take charge of the government, and General Redinoltz will handle the military. We must eradicate Sheppard's influence."

Prime Minister Faria issued orders in an orderly manner, striving to stabilize the country in the shortest possible time.

But soon, the panicked cry from the Foreign Minister made all Faria's efforts go to waste.

The Foreign Minister took the latest international briefing from his subordinate, glanced at it, and a pale face suddenly appeared. He couldn't help but screamed, and then looked at Prime Minister Faria. His voice was intermittent, but the content revealed in it made everyone present's scalp tingle:
"Sir, the Western Region Empire just submitted a proposal to both the Charter Agreement Organization and the Northwest Alliance.

The proposal... The content of the proposal is to allow Aifei to impose all forms of sanctions on us Silver Frost and Holy Oak!

And... and the people of the Central Empire have also agreed, so this bill has already come into effect!" The Foreign Minister's words immediately caused an uproar in the conference room.

Everyone turned their shocked eyes to Faria. Didn't the Prime Minister say that the Western Region Empire was willing to mediate the relationship with Eifin?
How come in the end it was the Western Region Empire that took the initiative to provide Aifeiin with the legal right to attack Yinshuang!
Chief Faria shuddered violently, a look of dejection immediately appeared on his face. He swayed his body and held on to the table tightly to avoid falling down.

He motioned to the Foreign Minister to bring the briefing over. When he saw the details on it, he suddenly felt a sense of absurdity and despair.

why?
Why did Emperor Monroe of the Western Regions Empire propose such a motion?
Another question is why the Central Empire actually agreed to it. Didn’t King Aifein attack people from the Central Empire at the Northwest Regional Exchange Conference?

Aren't they supposed to be enemies?
Faria took a deep breath, trying hard to suppress the fear in his heart, and then issued the most correct command:
"Keep this information secret, especially within the military. No one is allowed to spread this news!"

As he spoke, his eyes were fixed on Redinolz.

Only by taking action by the military police can public opinion within the army be controlled. Otherwise, once the soldiers learn the truth, morale will plummet.

It is estimated that before Aifeiyin attacked, Yinshuang's army collapsed on its own.

Redinolz nodded seriously and said:
"Don't worry, Prime Minister, I know what to do!"

……

Central Empire, Imperial Capital Constantine, Imperial Palace.

A tall female official walked steadily into the Empress's palace and whispered:

"Your Majesty, there is intelligence coming from the Northwest Continent."

Ever since Her Majesty the Empress learned the true identity of her fiancé, she has stepped up her investigation into Cohen.

Not long ago, the puzzling proposal submitted by the Western Region Empire made Xinise think.

Even Grand Duke Roland came to Constantine in person to lobby the Central Empire to agree.

Shanice suspected that Cohen was plotting something behind all this, perhaps Cohen had secretly reached some shameful deal with the Western Region Empire.

Her Majesty the Empress really wanted to ask Cohen about the details through the special communication stone between them, but she had been pestering him in order to prevent him from knowing that she was his fiancée.

Therefore, he has been using the communication stone to secretly taunt and harass Cohen, hoping to lower his favorability towards him.

Shanice was too embarrassed to contact Cohen again, so she had to ask the Empire's Intelligence Department to pay more attention to the situation in the Northwest Continent.

Especially the Kingdom of Ceylon, the Principality of Silver Frost and the Principality of Holy Oak, which are related to Effiin.

Shanice unfolded the information, and the content on it made her frown slightly -

Grand Duke Yinshuang was assassinated, and the murderer was the chief of the attendants' office.

The entire country of Yinshuang entered a state of emergency martial law, with the Prime Minister taking over supreme power.

King Eifin has not appeared in nearly half a month, and it has always been Adair who has been in charge of the affairs of state in Eifin.

Rumors spread in the streets of the Kingdom of Ceylon that three thousand elite orc troops of Efein had disappeared and were going to pass through the Western Region Empire to attack Yinshuang.

Shannis fell into deep thought. How could Grand Duke Yinshuang be assassinated suddenly?
Also, if Cohen was really planning to use force, how could he have leaked the information so quickly?

Most importantly, where did Cohen go?
Although Shanice didn't know the general situation, she still made a reasonable guess based on various signs.

The assassination of Grand Duke Yinshuang must be closely related to Cohen!
……

Army Military Police Headquarters, Coup Command Center.

The spacious room was filled with many generals, and everyone had an excited look on their face.

The first step of the action plan was perfect, completely clearing Redinolz of suspicion and putting the blame for the assassination of the Grand Duke on Shepard.

So far, no one has noticed the existence of this small coup group.

Soon, familiar footsteps were heard from outside the door. Everyone stopped talking and a look of respect and faint fear appeared on their faces.

Cohen opened the door with Windsardler, and with a gentle smile on his face, he congratulated the military leaders of Yinshuang:

"Congratulations everyone, we are only one night away from success.

After tonight, the center of Yinshuang's power will be born among you!"

Everyone cheered again when they heard this.

After a brief celebration, everyone began to make intensive preparations for tonight's operation.

The operation had two goals: to arrest Faria, the Prime Minister and Chairman of the National Steering Committee, and to take down Koch, the commander of the Martial Law Department who had national military power.

The matter was settled and everyone waited for the night to fall.

Late at night, the Noble Council Building was brightly lit.

Outside the door, there is a guard post every three steps and a sentry post every five steps.

The darkness is also shrouded in a legendary magic formation, which Yin Shuang had once spent a huge amount of money to buy from the Kingdom of Ceylon.

The purpose is to protect the safety of core agencies and important leaders when the country enters a state of emergency.

There are three sets in total, one in the Grand Duke's Palace, one in the Noble Council Building, and the rest in the Martial Law Headquarters.

In the National Steering Committee office on the third floor of the Parliament building, the service staff are very cautious and quiet. Even when serving tea or water, they try their best to keep the noise down to avoid disturbing the current top leader of the country, Prime Minister Faria, Chairman of the National Steering Committee.

Ever since the news of the Western Region Empire submitting the bill came, Faria has not slept for two consecutive days and two nights. This middle-aged man who currently holds the highest power in the entire Silver Frost Principality seems to have aged by dozens of years in an instant.

The whole person became depressed and had no fighting spirit.

If it weren't for the sense of responsibility and mission of the three dynasties' important officials pushing him, Faria would have collapsed long ago.

Faria stood up from his confusion and stood on the top of the building, overlooking the night view of Silver Frost.

Ice sculptures of various strange styles sparkle under the magic lights, which is very beautiful.

But the beautiful scenery before him did not make Faria feel much better. When he thought that such a beautiful country was about to be destroyed by war, his heart couldn't help but twitch.

The guard behind him stepped forward and whispered:
"Commissioner, it's getting late. Even if you are a transcendent, your body won't be able to sustain such a long period without rest.

This country still needs you!"

Faria shook his head slightly and said in a deep voice:

“Let the Chief Superintendent go to the Intelligence Bureau and ask when Chief Perez will arrive.

We have an appointment for him to come this evening to report on the details of the Archduke's assassination."

After the Grand Duke was assassinated, all of Shepard's forces were temporarily taken over by the Chief Police and the Special Warfare Division.

Including the Grand Duke's Guard, because Sheppard once served as commander, he also lost the trust of the top leaders.

Now the core agencies of Yinshuang are guarded by the trusted subordinates of the Chief Police Inspector appointed by the Commander of the Martial Law Department, Koch.

After a while, just when Faria was getting impatient, news came from the gate that someone from the CIA was coming in.

Faria didn't think much about it and asked the gatekeeper to let him pass.

The guard at the gate took some action and opened the magic circle that covered the entire Noble Council building.

CIA Assistant Director Ackerman was delighted when he saw the magic circle covering the building gradually disappear, and he winked behind him.

Then, the burly figure of Dickinson, commander of the 9th Regiment of the First Police Superintendent, appeared in view.

Dickinson didn't say much. He waved his hand and a dense crowd of figures suddenly rushed out from the darkness.

The guard at the gate was stunned for a moment, but seeing the chief inspector's uniform and familiar face, he still did not doubt it. He just asked in surprise:
“Captain Dickinson?

Why are you here? I haven't received any orders to change guard."

Dickinson shouted angrily:

"Nonsense! Commander Koch personally issued me the redeployment order. Do you dare to say you didn't receive it?

Do you want to disobey orders? "

Dickinson waved the military order in his hand and angrily scolded the guards at the gate.

In a moment, his soldiers had passed through the magic circle one after another.

The guard at the gate was just an ordinary soldier. He was suddenly panicked when he was yelled at by a colonel, worried that the order was not updated in time.

He said quickly:
"Captain, please don't be angry. Please wait a moment. I will go and report to the captain."

Dickinson's eyes flashed with a cold light, and he shouted softly, "Do it!"

Several soldiers who had already entered the magic circle quickly rushed towards the control center of the magic circle. Dickinson himself also burst out with momentum. He was the first to subdue the guards who wanted to scream, and then directly destroyed the gate. The army behind him entered one after another.

It didn't take long to take over all the gates.

Ackerman narrowed his eyes slightly and said in a deep voice:

"Tonight, the troops guarding the Nobles' Council Building are the Third Guard Regiment of the Chief Police, a main force infantry regiment personally controlled by Koch. From the regimental commander to the logistics officer, they are all old comrades of Koch's from when he was a new recruit. I think they're going to storm it."

Dickinson frowned slightly, thought for a moment and said:
"Contact the military police within the Third Guard Regiment to first understand the troop deployment there before launching a forceful assault."

Ackerman nodded and said:

"it is good."

Not long after, Redinolz sent a clear message about the troop deployment at the Noble Council Building. Dickinson took a deep breath, looked back at his brothers, and shouted loudly:

"Everyone, when you woke up this morning, the envelope placed by your bed was just a small appetizer!

After tonight, wealth and glory will all depend on your thoughts!"

The soldiers did not reply, but the fanatical and resolute look in their eyes spoke of their determination and courage.

Dickinson gripped his baton tightly and shouted angrily:
"Ninth Corps, move out. Target: Chairman of the National Steering Committee and Prime Minister Faria!"

(End of this chapter)