Reincarnated as a boss tyrant in the game

Suddenly, a Northwestern knight burst into laughter. He abruptly pulled down his mask, revealing a resolute gaze. He spurred his horse forward, launching a suicidal charge towards Sauron, shouting, “For the Northwest! For the honor of knights!”

But his charge had barely begun when Sauron nocked another arrow, drew his bow, and released.

The knight had only taken two steps when Sauron's arrow struck him, sending him tumbling from his horse, never to rise again.

The other Northwestern knights, witnessing this, were not deterred. Instead, their conviction only grew stronger. They cried out in unison, “For the honor of knights!” and launched their final, desperate charge.

Seeing this, Hiltin immediately led a squad to stand before Sauron, protecting his safety. At the same time, he loudly commanded, “Loose the arrows!”

With his order, a dense rain of arrows shot towards the charging knights.

At such close range, the crossbow bolts unleashed their full destructive power.

The suicidal charge of over two thousand Northwestern knights, ravaged by the arrow storm, ultimately turned into a field of corpses.

The entire battlefield fell into a deathly silence, with only the war banners flapping in the wind.

Not far away, Kaxin, bound on the ground, witnessed the entire tragic battle.

He watched helplessly as the knights who had once fought alongside him fell one by one, his heart filled with unspeakable pain.

He struggled desperately, trying to break free from his bonds, but they were too tight, rendering him unable to move.

The gag in his mouth prevented him from making any sound, and he could only emit painful whimpers, as if weeping for his helplessness and the fallen comrades.

This fierce Northwestern general, known for his resilience and fortitude, now had tears constantly streaming from the corners of his eyes.

Those tears were not only for the pain of his comrades' sacrifice but also for his self-blame and regret.

It was his carelessness and underestimation of the enemy that led to this tragedy.

If it hadn't been for his misjudgment, if it hadn't been for his failure to detect the enemy's conspiracy in time, those valiant knights might not have sacrificed themselves in vain.

The two thousand Northwestern knights who had surrendered also felt a mix of emotions as they looked at the scene before them.

They lowered their heads in shame, not daring to look at the comrades who had once fought alongside them but were now lying in pools of blood.

Their hearts were filled with self-blame and regret, hating themselves for not having persevered to the end, for choosing to surrender.

But what was done was done, and nothing could be undone. They could only silently pray in their hearts that the sacrificed comrades could rest in peace.

Sauron's gaze swept coldly across every Northwestern knight present. He knew that the current silence and sorrow were the poison that would lead to their future betrayal.

He then asked, “I ask you, what was the first sentence you learned when you stepped through the gates of the Knights Academy?” His eyes were like torches, as if he wanted to see through everyone's heart.

The knights answered in unison: “Loyalty to the Empire, fight for glory!” Although the sound was uniform, it clearly lacked the passion and determination of the past.

Sauron nodded and continued, “That's right, loyalty to the Empire, fight for glory! This is our primary duty as knights. Afterwards, we learn the code of knightly conduct, those rules about courage, justice, and generosity. But,” he changed his tone, becoming stern, “what you are doing now is betraying the Empire, betraying the honor of knights! Where is your knightly loyalty?”

Sauron's question was like a heavy hammer, hitting hard on the hearts of every knight.

Many of them began to reflect on whether their sorrow and hesitation were really in line with the spirit of a knight.

In Sauron's words, they seemed to see their former vows and glory, and they realized their responsibilities and missions.

Sauron stood in the cold wind, his eyes deep and firm, having already planned everything in his heart.

His purpose was very clear: he must divert the attention of these Northwestern knights and not let them wallow in their betrayal and the sorrow of their comrades' sacrifice.

Only by guiding them out of this psychological shadow can he ensure that they continue to be powerful pawns in his hands.

To achieve this goal, Sauron not only had to provide an emotional outlet but also fundamentally change their thinking.

What these Northwestern knights needed most now was a psychological comfort and a sense of identity, a reason that could let them let go.

Therefore, Sauron prepared a carefully crafted speech aimed at strengthening the correctness of their “betrayal” in their hearts.

Sauron began his speech, his voice loud and infectious: “Knights, the betrayal and sacrifice you have experienced are necessary costs. You are not betraying, but abandoning the darkness and embracing the light! That corrupt Prince Corin is no longer worthy of your loyalty. He has long deviated from the original justice and glory. But now, you have the opportunity to fight for true justice, to fight for the future of the Empire!”

His words seemed to have magic, causing the knights present to fall into contemplation.

Sauron continued to strike while the iron was hot, strengthening the brainwashing effect: “Think of those innocent Northwestern people who are suffering, think of the Northwestern Province that has been corroded by Prince Corin's corruption. What you are doing now is to save them, to restore the glory of the Empire! This is not betrayal, but a brave choice, an act of justice!”

Sauron's speech was like a clear stream, washing away the contradictions and confusion in the knights' hearts.

His words not only gave them a way out but also made them firmly believe that what they were doing was right.

Under his brainwashing, these Northwestern knights began to re-examine their choices. The “betrayal” in their hearts was gradually replaced by “justice.” They began to believe that fighting for the Empire was the true path of justice.

Andre, Pufa, and Hiltin, who were closely guarding Sauron, stared blankly at everything that was happening before them. They could see the constant change in the knights' eyes.

From initial shame to confusion, and finally to determination.

“For the glory of the Empire, knights!”