In the Name of Empress-Chapter 459 - 312: Star Spirit

Choosing Christine as the Allied Commander-in-Chief may seem absurd, but it’s actually a decision without controversy.

Vichy does have experience commanding nearly a hundred thousand soldiers in battle, but he falls far short compared to Christine.

Christine is a highly trained military talent cultivated by the Divine Court of Light. She has commanded various large-scale battles, such as the Wende Empire Civil War and the Battle of Helensburg, boasting solid military prowess and rich combat experience. She is a renowned general across the Rodinia Continent.

Compared to her, Vichy has no advantages aside from his age.

She also has an incomparable advantage—her transcendent identity and neutral stance.

Choosing a commander from either the Sussex Empire or the Jin Yuan Kingdom would leave the other nation feeling uneasy. Christine is a High Tier Sanctuary of the Divine Court, unaffiliated with any country.

Vichy sighed lightly and did not continue to argue.

In such a setting, to persist was meaningless as everyone was of high social standing.

Once consensus was reached, the subsequent steps became much easier.

Within the framework prescribed by Roland, the ministers spoke one by one, offering constructive advice.

Though they might not like Roland, they couldn’t resist showing their abilities in front of Alina.

In summary, this was a successful meeting.

The meeting set the direction for the Jin Yuan Kingdom’s future development, illuminating its prospects.

After the meeting ended, besides a few with ulterior motives, most people pondered how to find their place on the soon-to-set-sail big ship.

They also desired progress.

As everyone dispersed, it was already very late.

This lengthy meeting had stretched from morning until night. Even a Transcendent could find it draining.

Watching Roland sitting on the sofa with a slightly weary face, lost in thought, Alina sat opposite him, murmuring softly, which nearly made Roland jump.

"Who would’ve thought even the Saintess of the Divine Court of Light is your secret lover."

"What nonsense are you talking about?"

Roland felt powerless to retort, casting a displeased glance at her and grumbling in defense: "If rumors were credible, you should be my lover by now too."

"If during your time in the Jin Yuan you find the nights lonely and need someone to warm your bed, I can be that person." Alina smiled like a fox.

Roland refused without hesitation.

Alina was not like ordinary women; she was now the ruler of the Jin Yuan Kingdom.

Sylph could allow Roland to find a few maids to satisfy his needs while abroad, but not Alina.

Alina was not one to be casually discarded after an encounter.

There was a responsibility that came after.

Staring at Alina, Roland said righteously, "We are friends, and I’m here to help. Such words are not conducive to unity, and I don’t want to hear them again."

Alina quickly stood up and apologized to Roland.

Some jokes can be made, but some go too far, even among the closest of friends.

After discussing some details further, realizing it was getting late, Alina personally escorted Roland back to his residence before dragging her weary body back to the West Palace.

For discretion’s sake, Roland stayed at Count Leon’s Mansion, three kilometers away.

Standing at the highest window in the West Palace, one could just see the lights of Count Leon’s Mansion.

Seeing the light still on in Roland’s window, Alina knew he was still busy.

He was never this diligent even in his own country.

Alina, having long served as Roland’s intelligence chief, knew all too well about him.

She knew Roland liked to pass tasks to his subordinates.

If he could delegate it, he would never do it himself.

Yet tonight, he was burning the midnight oil.

His diligence moved Alina to tears.

She didn’t pick up binoculars to spy because a strong person dislikes being watched.

Roland was a strong person, and as her best friend, she certainly wouldn’t overstep.

Despite being touched, Alina was a bit curious. Why was Roland working so late?

Little did she know, Roland was poring over the books in the Earl’s Mansion.

Count Leon was an ancient title, absorbed by the state decades ago when no heirs were left, turning the land and mansion into state assets.

This time it was brought out and re-granted to win Roland over.

The Leon Earl’s Domain wasn’t particularly large; its area was even a bit smaller than Roland’s Suyige Earl’s Domain, but Leon Port was the third-ranked port in the Jin Yuan Kingdom. With thriving trade, abundant resources, and wealthy people, it was a coveted place.

The value of the Leon Earl’s Domain was no less than that of a medium province.

Alina was never stingy with friends. To show sincerity, she also gifted Roland the mansion’s collections and over seven thousand rare books.

Along with these came numerous royal art collections.

Sadly, Alina was batting her eyes at the wrong person this time.

Roland’s interest in those artworks and jewels was not non-existent, but he was at least apathetic.

What truly caught his eye were those seven thousand volumes of books.

Especially the over three hundred out-of-print books among them.

This was precisely what Roland wanted most.

In excellent spirits at the moment, Roland randomly picked up a miscellany to pass the long night.

It was "Scandalous Tales of the Jin Yuan Dynasty."

Upon opening the book and reading a few pages, Roland’s eyes lit up.

Wow, could he have stumbled upon an unexpected treasure?

This book was a peculiar kind of unofficial history, not necessarily factual, but its content was quite outlandish.

"Why didn’t the ancestors of the Buananaba Clan conceal their close relationship with the Iris Imperial Family..."

Whoa, that’s really wild!

According to these scandalous tales, the history of the Buananaba Clan extends well beyond several centuries. They are descendants of an even more ancient lineage than commonly known.

It’s said they possess the bloodline of Star Spirits, which makes mastering astrology easier for them.