Opening an office in Taila

Chapter 304 The Duke of Wellington

"Mr. Song, I'd like to know why you asked me to go back and make contact with the nobles under my mother's command?" Dai Feien asked before Song Yufeng was about to leave.

"It's actually quite simple. Duke Windermere can't stay forever. There will come a day when she's gone. At that time, as the heir, you won't have your own power or your own foundation. How will you manage those nobles then? Perhaps Duke Windermere isn't letting you get involved with these things now because she wants to wait until she retires. But if you ask me, you should get involved now."

Dai Feien nodded and then said, "Okay, thank you, Mr. Song. So... Mr. Song, will we have another chance to meet?"

"Yes, there will be. When the dark clouds completely cover Lentinium, we will meet again." With that, Song Yufeng drew his Moonflower Sword, stood on it, and flew into the distance.

“Defiance.” Duke Windermere approached.

"Mother, what do you think?"

"What he said makes sense... Here's what we'll do: you go back first, and I'll arrange for one of my trusted men to help you."

Song Yufeng had only flown for a few minutes when he saw someone waving at him from the ground. Since Song Yufeng was not flying very high, his excellent eyesight allowed him to see them at a glance. He quickly descended and then saw that they were five soldiers in military uniforms.

"What do you want?" Song Yufeng asked.

"You must be Mr. Song Yufeng," the leading officer said. Song Yufeng glanced at the man's rank—Major General.

"I'm."

"The Duke of Wellington requests your presence."

"Wellington?" Song Yufeng asked doubtfully, "I'm not familiar with the Duke of Wellington, am I?"

"But the Duke of Wellington knows you very well; he's heard those sisters talk about you many times."

Sisters? Could it be?!

Song Yufeng said, "Alright, then take me to see Duke Wellington."

"Mr. Song, please get in the car." And so, Song Yufeng followed the soldiers into the military vehicle.

Is the Duke of Wellington the one he's supporting, Deeppool? Is he the duke behind Deeppool? Why would he support Deeppool? As the most powerful, militarily capable, and prestigious duke in Victoria, why wouldn't he aid Victoria at this crucial time, instead choosing to betray Victoria and support Tara's independence?

Song Yufeng didn't understand; there must be some secret behind this that he didn't know.

After the car drove through a forest, Song Yufeng saw a fleet even larger than the one under Duke Windermere's command, as well as the enormous flagship—the Gastrill.

As soon as Song Yufeng boarded the flagship, he saw a serious-looking officer in a magnificent military uniform, adorned with numerous medals, walking towards him. This man was none other than the Duke of Wellington, the most renowned and powerful duke in Victoria.

“Mr. Song! I welcome you,” said the Duke of Wellington.

"I have long admired the Duke of Wellington's name. It is an honor to meet you today. May I ask what brings the Duke of Wellington to see me?" Song Yufeng asked.

"Come in, Mr. Song, please come in. Let's talk in detail." Song Yufeng followed Wellington into the conference room. After the two were seated, Wellington spoke first: "Mr. Song, I know you've entered Londinium and that you've gathered a lot of intelligence. You want to go to war with the Sarkaz, right?"

"Yes, is there a problem?"

“No, no, of course I have no problem with that. The main thing is... I want to know if you want to participate in the war in your own name, or... in the name of Deeppool?” Wellington stared at Song Yufeng, and Song Yufeng stared back at him.

"You are the duke behind the deep pool."

"That's just your speculation. I never said that myself. Think what you want." Wellington shrugged, then said, "I have no objection to you wanting to go to war with those Sarkaz in your personal capacity, but Deeppool can't. I know you've made a series of reforms for Deeppool and helped them a lot, but that's not a reason for you to drag Deeppool into this."

"I didn't say we should go to war with the Sarkaz immediately, Duke Wellington. Are you aware that the Church of the Deep Sea is approaching Londinium?"

"Hmm? I know, but the people of the Deep Sea Church are very well hidden. Even if I send in the army to intercept them, I won't be able to find them all."

"That's right, but if we don't intercept them, the Deep Sea Church will arrive in Lentinium in six months. Once the Deep Sea Church arrives in Lentinium, the war will begin immediately."

"Are you sure?" Wellington asked, standing up.

"Yes, and at present, Theresis's attitude is extremely ambiguous. We have no idea who he wants to be enemies with or friends with. In short, Lentinium will definitely be in chaos in six months."

“Then I will send more people to intercept the Deep Sea Church. Even if we can’t find them, we will at least delay their progress.”

"I'll handle things in Little Hills while searching for members of the Deepsea Church in various cities. But our energy and time are limited, and eventually they'll reach Londinium. We must prepare in advance. Think it over carefully, Duke Wellington. The Deeppool uprising and march on Londinium is a good option," Song Yufeng said. "Six months—six months is enough time for the Deeppool to arm themselves. By then, they will not only be an asset in the attack but also a powerful tool to force the other dukes to agree to Tara's independence. You understand, right?"