Chapter 550 Rebellion 18
At this time, most of the rebels were busy dodging bullets, and few noticed that their temporary commander Fergusa was running away. Those who were aware of it all chose to escape with Fergus.
They moved through the ranks amid screams and cries of terror.
“Drive!” Fergus kept shaking the reins, his legs clamped tightly on the saddle, as if growing together with it, and at the same time, his upper body was lowered to reduce the probability of being shot.
But when he ran about 500 meters ahead, he pulled the reins hard, and the high-speed horse immediately screamed and raised its front hooves, and stopped with difficulty.
In the direction he was heading, a row of black figures stood there quietly, giving Fergus the feeling that they were waiting for him.
Judging from their postures, everyone was pointing their muskets at themselves. Fergus had no doubt that if he continued to move forward, he would be beaten into a sieve.
With a clang, Fergus pulled out his knight's sword and looked ahead warily.
There was a sound of horse hooves trampling on the muddy water, and several knights came out of the forest nearby.
“What a surprise!”
The leader spoke, and Fergus felt a sense of déjà vu.
As the visitor continued to approach, with the help of the reappearing moonlight - the rain had stopped and the dark clouds began to dissipate - Fergus was able to identify the face of the visitor.
"Carter Holly?" Fergus frowned.
"It's me. Fergus...Sir, I really didn't expect that you betrayed Mr. Paul Grayman and were also a major figure among the rebels."
Eighth Lieutenant Colonel Holly, who was in the infantry camp, had a heartbroken expression. The knight in front of him had a family that had been loyal to the Gleiman family for generations. Why did he suddenly fall? At that time, he read the letter brought by the bird. Knowing that the rebellion was probably planned by Fergus, I was extremely shocked. Now that I saw this traitor with my own eyes, it was confirmed. The lieutenant colonel's mentality at this time was very complicated.
"Hmph! Paul Greenman's perverse behavior has made people angry. He has completely degenerated into a tyrant and an executioner. How can our behavior be called betrayal? We are seeking justice for the people who were oppressed by him. Let Al Arda is back on the right track."
"This is unreasonable. I have never heard such vicious slander. Alda is now prosperous. What you said is really blind and unconscionable."
For what Fergus said, Lieutenant Colonel Holly and Major Cobb beside him were very angry, and the last trace of regret for Fergus disappeared without a trace.
Lieutenant Colonel Holly said calmly: "Fergus, if you put down your weapons now and honestly tell all your accomplices and the whole rebellion, maybe Lord Grayman can see it. For the sake of your family's loyalty for generations, I will spare your life."
"Holly!" Fergus suddenly became furious, "You are just a follower around Bryce, and now you dare to do this to me. "Speaking." "Retinue?" Lieutenant Colonel Holly was startled. He hadn't heard this word for a long time.
After reacting, Holly responded: "Yes, but that was before, and I am now the commander of the 8th Infantry Battalion of the Alda Army."
"Shit battalion commander! "Fergus's face became distorted, and the unwillingness and resentment that had been buried deep in his heart for a long time suddenly burst out.
After the pirate rebellion was put down, Fergus felt that the army built by the lord was too restrictive, so he did not stay in Lake Town to serve, but returned to his village to run the manor, but at that time He also maintained his loyalty to the Graiman family. If the lord needed him, he would always mount his horse, take his own followers and servants with him, and charge into battle for the lord without hesitation, even if he died on the battlefield.
Among the knights of the Grayman family, he was not the only one who made the same choice as Fergus.
However, after that, in all the wars that Alda participated in, Paul never once summoned the knights who chose to go home. He all won the war with the new army he established. This made the knights who were idle at home feel very sad. Puzzled.
Especially the Assault War, which allowed the previously unknown Arda to shine and completely reversed the Gleiman family's weak position in the northwest Gulf. An important war means great status, reputation, and wealth for those involved. During those days, Fergus didn't even have the heart to take care of the affairs of his manor. He sent people to inquire about the development of the war every day. He was eagerly awaiting the call of his master. On more than one night, he dreamed of coming from The envoy from Lake Center Town knocked on his door, read out the lord's order, and asked him to go to the battlefield to serve.
However, until the end of the Assault War, Fergus could not wait for the envoy to Lake Town.
After the war, in accordance with the highest instructions of Earl Grayman, the characters who performed outstandingly in the war were vigorously publicized and even became the protagonists in the drama. Several propaganda teams went to various cities and villages, over and over again Relive their heroic deeds for the residents. These outstanding figures include calm and calm officers above and brave and fearless soldiers below. The names and deeds of those who sacrificed their lives are engraved in the Martyrs Memorial Hall in Huxin Town, and will be remembered forever.
Earl Greyman held a grand celebration meeting in Lake Town, and publicly awarded medals and awards to the soldiers who had made meritorious service. Fergus was also invited to go, but only as a guest. Watch the ceremony in the audience. What the count didn't know was that in the sea of applause and cheers, a seed of resentment began to take root and sprout.
Yes, Fergus still stayed acquainted with his lord. Every time he wrote a greeting letter to Paul, he would receive an enthusiastic reply. He would even receive a greeting letter from the lord first during festivals, but so what? , Fergus is a knight and a warrior. His mission is to gallop on the battlefield until he heroically sacrifices his life for his lord, instead of dying in his own manor like an ordinary squire.
What? Does Earl Grayman now completely regard him as an ordinary civilian friend?
Yes, strictly speaking, he is still a commoner. After the royal family restored the reputation of the Graiman family, those friends who are familiar with him in Lake Town - Bryce, Old Ford, Claude...they were all awarded noble titles.
Their bloodline has since become noble, and no matter where they go, they will be respectfully called "Sir".
The Earl also officially awarded himself the title of knight, but knight is only an honorary title and is not strictly a real noble.
This is also what makes Fergus extremely disappointed.
(End of this chapter)