Chapter 423: Volume 8 Gathering of the Storms - 12 Soaking_2
"The situation in the Northern Region is relatively better, but there have been some more obvious signs. In the Forest Edge Area near the Nissai River, there have already been numerous slave miner uprisings at various mines, which have been successful. The aristocratic mine owners are terrified. On one hand, they are dispatching their own armies to suppress the uprisings, but on the other hand, they are afraid of being surrounded by the rebels, so most have fled to Bruce, hiding in Bruce Fortress and giving orders from afar."
"Hmm," Komer mulled over how he could turn these developments to his advantage while listening to the other party’s brief. It seemed that those Half-Beastmen weren’t too foolish, and his covert guidance had been somewhat effective. However, Bovary required attention, appearing to be the strategist among the rebels. He would have to send someone to gather more detailed intelligence.
"Additionally, there is the latest news from the Northern Region that among the various uprising groups, it seems that a mortal of noble lineage is leading the way. Initially, the Half-Beastmen rebels did not trust him, but his subsequent suggestions have been successful, so now those Half-Beastmen are following his orders very closely. It is for this reason that although the situation in the Northern Region is not as severe as in the Southern and Eastern Regions, the rate of development there may be faster."
Licking his lips, the Half-Beastman’s eyes glinted with pride; he believed that this piece of news would surely catch the Lord’s attention.
As expected, Komer’s languid demeanor snapped into an alert stance upon hearing this startling news, his eyes gleaming sharper, "Oh? Are you sure he’s of the mortal nobility?"
"That should be the case. He is not old, said to be around thirty years of age, and seems to be a knight of noble status. I’ve heard that he’s skilled with the sword, but he appears to be even more remarkable as a commander." The Half-Beastman was much more cautious regarding the specifics of this information, as such news could rarely be substantiated, and he dared not speak recklessly.
Komer’s initial reaction to this news was that the kingdom might have intervened in the Leon rebellion, but he soon dismissed this thought. If the kingdom intended to interfere, they would not use such crude and overt methods. Maha Gummi could acquire such information, so it was unlikely to remain secret for long, and soon Homer would know. They would only seek to influence the situation in Leon by secretly funding the rebels.
But who, then, would lead those Half-Beastman slaves in rebellion? And a knight at that? It was really quite puzzling. Every year brought its share of mysteries, but this year seemed to have more than usual.
"Hm, very well, well done. This information is quite interesting," Komer stroked his chin, thoughtfully, "Then, what do you think these rioters will do to Leon?"