“Ning Cuo, I sincerely invite you to stay in the Roman court and advise me. Are you willing?”
To keep Ning Cuo, Nero once again extended an olive branch, this time not as an emperor, but as an ally.
The girl's sixth sense told her that what Ning Cuo said was completely true, and if handled properly, it could definitely help her escape the predicament.
To the point where Nero didn't care what Ning Cuo's ultimate goal was.
And that overwhelming ambition that could be seen at a glance.
Ning Cuo had paved the way for so long and replaced so many people, naturally, she was willing.
But she still did not forget her identity.
“It would be my pleasure to serve the Emperor of the great Roman Empire. However, I would like to reiterate my own position. I am the messenger of God...”
Before she finished, Nero waved her off carelessly and interrupted.
“I’ve heard this too many times. You don't need to say more. You just need to serve me, and I, as the Emperor, should reward you.”
“Then, my dear Nero, I will also serve you with the same devotion as I serve God.”
After speaking, Ning Cuo stepped forward a few more steps.
Making Nero feel a little presumptuous.
She picked up one of Nero's hands, her slender five fingers like white onions, the tender feeling of her delicate skin like congealed fat was completely unlike the feeling of a hand that had been holding a sword for a long time.
The feeling spread along Ning Cuo's fingertips, causing a blush to spread across the face of the inexperienced girl.
What a bold bandit!
For a moment, Nero was lost in thought as she watched Ning Cuo kiss the back of her hand, swearing her allegiance.
As the kiss landed, a system prompt rang in Ning Cuo's ear.
【Gain the trust of the Roman Emperor, task stage one completed。】
【Unlock task stage two: Expand your influence in the Roman Empire and further deepen the trust of the Roman Emperor。】
【Reward issued: 150 Dominator Points, 150 Reputation, title ‘Double Agent’】
Hearing the mechanical prompt from the system, Ning Cuo's heart calmed down instantly.
Although it had taken some effort and playing both sides seemed like dancing on a knife's edge.
But it seemed from now on, she had made the right gamble.
.....
Outside the Roman palace, the group of elders from the Senate who had just left in disgrace quickly gathered again.
They had power and army.
Except they didn't have the extraordinary power of Nero.
They had almost everything in the Roman Empire.
The plan had been going smoothly.
But a hitch had occurred at a crucial moment.
“How dare she?”
A younger member of the Senate stepped forward quickly, looking at the old man at the front, his voice filled with anger.
The thought of the Church and the Emperor uniting filled him with fear.
But Matius Obestan did not answer him.
As the most senior member of the Senate, one failure wouldn't make him powerless.
He waved his hand, ignoring the looks of those around him, slowly raised his head.
From his eyes, filled with malice, his fellow members of the Senate knew that he was planning something even more insane.
“We are the legitimate rulers of the Roman Empire, and we have controlled the direction of the Roman Empire for generations.”
Matius Obestan said.
“Therefore, we cannot sit idly by. If the Emperor is deceived, then she will surely lose control. At that time, our actions today will surely be settled by the Emperor.”
Matius Obestan's old voice rang out, calmly analyzing the current situation.
Involuntarily, everyone felt a sense of crisis.
Power and politics are so complex, it's not you eat me or I eat you.
And the so-called Roman Emperor almost single-handedly formed an army.
If she really finds an excuse, she could kill the entire Senate without any problem.
They had united to disregard the Emperor's authority, and accordingly, when the Emperor found an excuse, even if they had an army, powerful families, and authority, what would it matter?
None of them would escape!
“What should we do?”
Although the members of the Senate looked numerous and powerful, long-term infighting and corruption had taken root in their hearts.
When a real life-and-death crisis occurred, they acted like headless chickens.
They could only watch eagerly as the few smart people made decisions.
And Matius Obestan, as the head of the Senate, was waiting for this moment.
After a long silence, he spoke slowly.
“Everyone go back to their own families and gather all the forces they can. Purge the court! Kill Ning Cuo!”
.......
At this moment, Ning Cuo had no idea of the crisis she was about to face.
After gaining Nero's initial trust.
She not only had the right to enter and leave the Roman palace, but was also temporarily assigned a room in the palace.
The once-mighty Rome had almost ruled the world, even if its glory was no longer there.
But the palace was still glittering with gold and jade, combining military defense with the best living conditions in the world.
Even though Ning Cuo only had temporary use rights, she was assigned a side hall of several hundred square meters.
Hundreds of Roman girls served her personally, and with a single command, they would offer her anything.
Not to mention the decorations and ornaments here, every single one was incredibly valuable.
Even the bed was made from the softest part of a swan's abdomen.
It was crafted by a famous master and could be called luxurious.
Ning Cuo refused the girls' services, lay on the bed, dozed for a moment, and checked the system again.
【Personal Information】
【Name: Ning Cuo】
【Title: Double Agent】
【Position: Pope's Special Envoy】
【Dominator Points: 190】
【Reputation: 190】
Looking at the Dominator Points and Reputation that grew faster than she had spent half her life, Ning Cuo had to sigh, her decision was indeed correct.
Not only was she enjoying top-notch material conditions, but now she could finally see what she could use in the system mall.
She clicked on the mall.
In an instant, a dazzling array of items appeared before Ning Cuo's eyes.
Dominator Points were mainly used to recruit talent.
For example, the recruitment of knights, archers, and soldiers all consumed Dominator Points.
Reputation, on the other hand, was used to unlock civilizations and technologies, as well as strengthen oneself.
So what should she get now?
The dazzling array of items didn't cloud Ning Cuo's mind.
It was still the same old saying.
The weapon of criticism cannot replace the criticism of weapons.
Especially in the divine era.
Absolute power brings absolute authority. If you want to ensure your position, it's best to make sure your forces are large enough.
Like the Senate, even if they didn't have extraordinary power.
They could still keep Nero in check.
Ning Cuo knew that she had only taken advantage of the situation today. Once the Senate reacted, she would only have a name, and everything else would be meaningless.
After simply organizing her thoughts, she quickly decided what she should do.
Recruit soldiers!
【Unit: Imperial Legion Infantry Squad (60 men)】
【Light infantry from the Empire, with some battlefield experience. They will be led by a knight to command combat. If you can provide them with better conditions, they will unleash even stronger combat power. But for now, they are just cannon fodder on the battlefield.】
【Cost: 150 Dominator Points】
They looked a little lame, to be honest. If she had a choice.
Ning Cuo also wanted to have something better, for example.
【Unit: Battania Fian Champion (5 men)】
【Top tier unit from Battania, with long-range archery suppression. Each one is a sharpshooter, who can also wield a double-handed greatsword. They are seasoned veterans and can handle almost any danger. Once fully formed, they are invincible in siege warfare and field battles. They will be the merciless harvesting machines on the battlefield.】
【Cost: 2000 Dominator Points】
Let alone whether or not she had 2000 Dominator Points. Although the Battania Fian Champion was powerful, she could only summon five, which would not form a deterrent force.
While the Imperial Legion Infantry Squad was cheap, they had a whopping 60 men!
It's not that she couldn't afford the Battania Fian Champion, but the Imperial Legion Infantry Squad was more cost-effective!