nucmednet Chapter 206 The Armenus Family
Chapter 206 The Armenus Family
When Russell returned, he met this member of the Armenus family!
The leaders of the Armenians family undoubtedly understood the benefits of communication; the person they sent was not only a fluent and eloquent diplomat but also stunningly beautiful.
“You must be Captain Russell!” A tall, elegant woman smiled and walked towards Russell.
Russell did not answer her immediately. Instead, he looked her over and then replied: "I am Captain Russell. May I ask who you are?"
"You can call me Taj Lena!"
"A member of the Armenus family?"
Taj Lena smiled and shook her head, saying: I am just a servant of the Armenus family!
"servant?"
Taj Lena nodded and said: That's right, I am a servant of the Armenus family, and I work in the family's diplomatic profession.
Hearing her say that, Russell understood and asked, "Is there something you need from me?"
"It's like this, our patriarch sent me to invite you. He wishes to meet with you!" Taj Lena's voice was calm and unhurried, her gentle tone very pleasing.
"See me? I'm sorry, I'm afraid I don't have time!" Russell refused her outright.
When Russell refused, his eyes remained fixed on Taj Lena's fair and beautiful face. It's every man's nature to admire beautiful women, and Russell also wanted to see the changes in her expression.
Taj Lena remained unmoved and chuckled lightly: "Captain, is there no time right now?"
Russell's expression shifted, and he said: "The battle at the front is at a stalemate. The orcs are constantly attacking the city's defenses. The front needs my support!"
"The patriarch summoned you this time to discuss the war!"
“In that case, I would also like to meet your patriarch!” Russell became interested at the mention of war, and he was eager to know what these nobles were thinking at this time.
Taj Lena looked very happy and smiled radiantly, saying: That's wonderful!
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Following Taj Lena, they arrived at the top of the hive and met this important figure from the Armenus family.
This guy looks very old. His skin is fair but looks a bit wrinkled, as if he's had a new face. He has a prosthetic eye in his left eye and is very tall, wearing a mink coat.
Russell described him as an old fox.
Although this nobleman was considered tall by ordinary standards, he paled in comparison to Russell, a giant standing at 2.2 meters.
"Welcome, Captain Russell!" The old fox stood up and said to Russell with a smile.
"Hello there!"
"My name is Haines Armenus, the planetary governor of Saint Night Star!"
Russell hadn't expected the person in front of him to be the planetary governor, a high-ranking official, so he didn't dare to be negligent and said: "Hello, Governor."
Governor Haines waved his hand and laughed: Don't call me Governor, just call me Haines. You must be wondering why I called you here.
At Governor Haynes's suggestion, Russell sat on a soft sofa, where several young and pretty maids brought him some exquisite fruit and a variety of pastries.
These girls were all quite young; Russell guessed they were at most seventeen or eighteen years old. They were dressed in snow-white robes and were all very beautiful, which made Russell take a second look.
Governor Haynes had been observing Russell the whole time. Seeing Russell looking at these beautiful young women, he smiled and said, "Do you like them? If you do, I can give you two."
Russell quickly looked away and said seriously, "Sir, please just say what you want to talk to me about this time."
Governor Haines laughed and said: "Would you believe me if I said I had nothing going on?"
Russell paused for a moment and said, "Sir, you must be joking."
Governor Haines smiled and said: "I didn't really have anything important to discuss with you today, I just wanted to chat with you!"
Russell frowned slightly and said: "Is it just casual conversation?"
Governor Haines smiled and said: Yes.
"The fighting at the front is intense, how can the Governor have time to chat?" Russell said, greatly displeased.
"Those brainless orcs are not worth mentioning at all!" Governor Haines seemed to have no regard for the orcs.
"Farewell!" Russell stood up to leave.
Taj Lena immediately stopped Russell.
"Don't rush, Captain Russell!" Governor Haines said in the same tone.
Russell turned around helplessly and said: "Speak plainly, sir!"
"Sit down and let me explain slowly."
After Russell sat down on the sofa again, Governor Haynes said: "Captain Russell, I know you are a soldier, a pure warrior. I have also had people investigate you. You know you have close ties with the Inquisition."
Russell glanced at the governor and realized why the governor wanted to see him; he had already investigated him.
"I'd like to correct you, sir. The Blade of Fire belongs to the Empire, to the Imperial Guard, not to the Inquisition!" Russell said this because he was afraid these nobles had ulterior motives; he suspected their conversation today might be recorded.
Governor Haines laughed: Of course, I know you belong to the Empire, and Saint Night Star also belongs to the Empire!
This time it was Russell's turn to laugh, but he didn't say anything, which made the laugh seem a bit mysterious.
Haines ignored Russell's smile and continued: "Company Commander Aksu approached me, wanting me to send troops to help him eliminate the orcs in this world. I didn't send troops to help him for a reason. The Space Marines' style of doing things is too reckless, and I don't trust them, so I refused to send troops. That's only one reason. Also, they are not strong enough, and their various forces are not united. Although I am nominally the governor of the planet, not many people actually listen to me."
Since sincerity is always a winning strategy, and now that this cunning governor had told the truth, Russell's hostility towards him lessened considerably.
“I know all of that!” Russell said calmly.
"I know you're a sensible person!"
"But the threat posed by the orcs will only grow stronger over time. As the governor, you can't just ignore it, can you?"
"I have already requested aid from the Empire. Until the reinforcements arrive, all we need to do is hold this position. If we can hold out until the reinforcements arrive, we will win."
Theoretically, there's nothing wrong with a governor thinking this way.
"You're right to think that way!"
Governor Haines smiled and said, "Thank you for your understanding."
Russell smiled wryly: "Even if I can't understand it, what can I do?"
"Crimson Fist, Chapter Leader, Pedro, and Canto will be here to provide support soon. We should only attack after they arrive!" Governor Haines had already made his plans.
"That's fine!"
"I heard from them that you are a brave fighter and once helped the Cult of Mechanics clear underground lines and waterways?" Governor Haines asked, feigning curiosity.