Chapter 1414: Chapter 889: The Rebellion (Continued) 2

"Everyone, success or failure hinges on this moment, for equality, for the future, let us fight together!"

He raised his glass and drank it in one gulp. "For equality, for the future!"

The middle-aged priest and Captain Bowen shouted excitedly, and likewise drank the Elven wine.

Bowen stayed in the garden for about an hour, then left.

Demacia also bade farewell to the middle-aged priest and returned to Amway Chamber of Commerce’s base in Mania, which was also the underground base for players in Mania.

In addition to Demacia, also present here were Cyber, Dongdong, Caesar, and other players, most of whom were well-known priest players in the "Elf Kingdom."

"Dema, we’re doing it according to your plan; how confident are you?"

Dongdong took off her hood and asked.

"Can’t say it’s certain success, but at least... I believe there’s a lot of hope."

Demacia said.

"Can we overthrow the Maniya Empire like this? Remember, the empire is backed by the Eternal Church, and we have yet to officially engage with the Eternal Church’s Judgement Army."

Dongdong couldn’t help but ask again.

"Dongdong, the people are the foundation of the empire, and Mania is the center of the entire empire. If Mania City changes hands, it will trigger a series of chain reactions. When the foundation turns, no matter how powerful the Eternal Church is, the empire is already doomed."

Cyber said.

"That’s right, so... this time, everyone has worked hard. If we can overthrow the empire, I will definitely express my gratitude!"

"Ha, it’s all for defeating the Eternal Church. I’m also very interested in changing the history of the Human World on this basis."

Dongdong waved her hand and said.

After saying that, she intriguingly looked at Demacia:

"Speaking of which, you’re always one for profit, yet this action doesn’t seem to involve a game quest, why are you so invested? You’ve even given up command?"

"Even I have things I want to do." 𝒻𝓇𝑒𝘦𝘸𝑒𝒷𝓃ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝒸ℴ𝘮

Demacia sighed.

"Everyone, when the time comes, the battle won’t spare us, so let’s prepare..."

...

After concluding the meeting, Bowen returned to the Seventh Guard Corps’ base.

Reflecting on his conversation with Demacia, his mood was unsettled for a long time.

Until he calmed down in his office for nearly an hour and returned to his usual composed manner.

Yet deep in his eyes, the light seemed even brighter.

Taking a deep breath, Bowen stood up again and went outside the room.

"Summon Captain Fabian."

He instructed the guard outside the door.

Not long after, a handsome knight arrived at Bowen’s office.

"Captain, you asked for me?"

He saluted respectfully and asked.

Bowen nodded lightly, pondered for a moment, then said solemnly:

"Fabian, the time for rebellion has been set."

Fabian was slightly startled, then became excited:

"Really?!"

"Of course, to facilitate the upcoming action, there are some tasks I need to entrust you with..."

Bowen communicated with his trusted aides for a long time.

Not until late at night did he finally conclude and leave the base.

At home, his less than six-year-old child was already asleep, and his wife had prepared dinner, waiting for him in the living room.

"Darling, why are you coming home so late today?"

The young and beautiful captain’s wife helped him remove the red cloak.

"Discussing some important matters."

Bowen replied.

After speaking, he hesitated for a moment, suddenly holding his wife’s hands.

"Manina, what’s wrong?"

Seeing her husband suddenly turn serious, she was startled.

"Manina, tomorrow morning, take Little Bowen and leave Mania under the guise of a vacation..."

Bowen said solemnly.

"Leave?"

His wife was momentarily confused.

Soon, guessing something, her expression slightly changed, stepping forward to firmly hold Bowen’s hands:

"Bowen, have you decided to rebel?"

Bowen’s expression showed some guilt.

He sighed and nodded:

"I’m sorry, Manina, although my power grows, I can never forget that I was once a poor man at the very bottom..."

"Manina, the empire is already rotten, the nobles have fallen. I can’t continue serving such a dark nation, oppressing the people. I have a responsibility to stand up, to fight to change this dark age, it’s the mission of a Life believer!"

"Manina, my dear Manina, there’s nothing in this world I’m afraid to lose, except for you..."

"This time’s action is dangerous, so... for safety, you must leave here in advance."

"I’m sorry, Manina..."

Facing Bowen’s apologetic gaze, Manina sighed lightly:

"I understand, I know your ideals, and I support your beliefs. The teachings of the Life Church are bright and great. Even I am proud to be a Life believer..."

"I’ll take Little Bowen and leave Mania, don’t worry."

"I’ll wait for your good news outside... Bowen, dear Bowen, please take care of yourself."

"Manina...!"

"Bowen...!"

The couple held hands and embraced, their eyes filled with affection.

...

The next day, Bowen’s wife Manina, with their child, took a carriage to the countryside, leaving Mania City.

Meanwhile, Deputy Captain Bowen of the Seventh Corps began contacting various comrades within the corps, preparing for the uprising in five days.

The next day, Mania City was as peaceful as usual, with even fewer "rioters" opposing the nobles.

Aside from some people being surprised by the recent surge in sales of golden fruits and coarse cloth, the whole of Mania City seemed no different from usual.

Three days later, the grand entourage departed from the Holy Square within Maniya’s inner city, accompanying the throne of Benedict II.

This time, the High Order Trial Assistant from the Judgement Court and several Cardinal Archbishops from the Holy Hall accompanied the journey.

Except for Wenster Archbishop as the Regent Minister, the high-end combat forces of the Eternal Church in Maniya City were almost all dispatched.

It is said that the clergy of the Eternal Church were heading to the southwestern battlefield to help the empire stabilize the situation.

Some believe this signals the official dispatch of the Judgement Army by the Eternal Church; others think the Eternal Church has finally identified the weakness of the Life Church through battles with the Noble Alliance Army and Life believers, planning a large-scale counterattack.

For a moment, the nobles were either encouraged or sarcastic, but at least with the Pope’s action, the Imperial Nobles could finally breathe a sigh of relief, as if having found a pillar.

Standing on the walls of Mania City, Bowen watched the Eternal Church’s convoy slowly depart, disappearing over the horizon, finally exhaling.

The biggest variable in the upcoming action was finally gone.

The only tasks left were the final preparations and waiting.

However, just a day after the Eternal Church’s convoy departed, four days after meeting Demacia, Bowen, who was secretly conducting final preparations, suddenly received an order from the Grand Commander of the First Guard Corps.

"Hmm? The commander wants to see me? Is there another important task from the Imperial Council?"

Looking at the trusted aide who came to deliver the message, Bowen slightly frowned.