The Emperor’s Angel of Death

Seeing Veldrian suddenly bring up the old matter of the Malice warriors, although shocked, Soshjan still calmly replied:

“Company Commander Gonzalo told me about the situation, but at the time my attention was on the expedition and I didn't pay much attention to it.”

Veldrian was silent for a moment, then nodded and said:

“That's understandable, after all, the threat of the Red Corsairs was more serious at the time. The reports from the Watch Captain and the Inquisitor in charge of the team at that time clearly mentioned that there were many weapons and soldiers belonging to Commorragh in the Eternal Court. Ah, at that time the Inquisition had not yet determined the name of the Eternal Court, but only marked it as a new Aeldari faction. Some Inquisitors even mistakenly identified it as an organization called the Death Cult, but obviously subsequent developments have shown that the so-called Death Cult is just an insignificant alien cult. They do not have such size and ability, so it is precisely because the Aeldari who attacked the Ascetics used both Ark and Commorragh weapons that it should be judged that they are the Eternal Court!”

“But they attacked the Ascetics...”

“Ottomis, used to be an excellent company commander in the Ascetics Chapter, served in the Prescience Fortress, and now serves as a Watch Captain. I have met him several times. He is a high-spirited battle brother with an extraordinary talent for killing aliens, especially Aeldari, so I have a hunch that this is likely to be a retaliation, and also an attempt by the Eternal Court to establish its absolute dominance among the Aeldari. In the future, they are likely to retaliate against all Chapters that have been enemies of the Aeldari. This behavior can make other Aeldari believe that the Eternal Court has the power to protect them.”

Soshjan had to speak at this time.

“That's a bit alarmist, Brother Veldrian.”

“This is not alarmist, Brother Soshjan, this is a very likely fact. They are helping us fight the Tyranids here, probably only because they think the Tyranids will threaten their interests in the future, and it has nothing to do with any goodwill.”

At this point, Soshjan had to bring out the rules.

“I understand your thoughts, but this is a matter for the Confederation of Suffering. Since the Confederation has an agreement, the specific handling method will be decided by our internal consultation, but we will consider your opinion.”

“The Confederation of Suffering is also part of the Imperium. This is not an attack on the Confederation, it is an attack on the Imperium, on humanity. It must be reported to Terra, and the High Lords must formulate a comprehensive war to completely destroy this alien regime before it grows up!”

But Soshjan pretended to ponder for a moment, then suddenly changed the subject.

“But in that case, that...plan?”

Hearing this, Veldrian was slightly stunned. Of course, he knew what plan Soshjan was talking about. He really didn't react for a moment just now.

Soshjan continued to press.

“If we act rashly without figuring out the situation, it may cause a lot of unnecessary losses.”

Veldrian frowned, his heart also weighing the pros and cons.

“I think this matter should be put on hold for now. After I make arrangements here in the Archdiocese, I will...handle it personally. I hope you can also think of more ways with the Inquisition to let things cool down first. Whether we want to fight or make other plans, careful planning can guarantee victory, don't you think?”

In fact, Soshjan was also gambling here, betting that the attack on the Ascetics had not yet spread, and only the Confederation of Suffering knew about it. The other thing was Veldrian's side, his Inquisitor friend was likely to come here to find him in person, and had no time to go to Terra to state his case.

In other words, as long as Veldrian is held back first, things will not immediately escalate.

After a while, Veldrian nodded.

“Well, there are some differences of opinion within the Inquisition on this matter. It might be better to carry out that plan.”

With that, he nodded.

“Then I won’t disturb your meeting.”

Then he turned and left, and the door closed again.

Malakin looked at Soshjan.

“How should the Confederation express its position now?”

“Blood debts must be paid in blood, this is beyond doubt, but we must ensure that the object of revenge is correct, and not become fools manipulated by other forces, become other people's knives. I will immediately start investigating this matter.”

Then he briefly talked about his opinions on the next deployment and strategic direction of the Archdiocese. Everyone basically supported it, after all, this battle was indeed exhausting, even for Space Marines.

After the meeting, Soshjan went to his exclusive palace as soon as possible and used the Lilith Mirror to urgently send a message to Doral to come and meet him.

As a result, in addition to Doral, Star Scourge also came.

“What the hell is going on!?”

In the empty side hall, Soshjan, with an angry face, walked back and forth on the smooth, mirror-like floor, Doral and Star Scourge standing side by side in front.

After a while, after Soshjan's voice dissipated in the dome, Doral said in a low voice:

“Your Highness, you don't need to think about who did this.”

Soshjan stopped, in fact, he had already guessed when Ustad reported.

“I want an absolute answer!”

“Your Highness, I can guarantee that it was Vect who planned it, and it was a plan that had been planned for a long time. They tried to attack the Naithen system, but were stopped by the Court, and the plan to attack the Court also failed, but this bastard's desire for revenge is so strong, since he can't attack you, then obviously your allies are the best targets. Most of these Chapters are fleet-based Chapters, with no fixed abode and difficult to search. The Ascetics have a homeworld, and it just so happens that the Chapter Monastery Fortress is built in orbit, which is very convenient for attacks. Naturally, it has become Vect's first choice. More importantly, Your Highness, you have a close relationship with Mazhar. If this Chapter Master is killed, Your Highness, you will definitely feel very guilty and self-blaming. This is Vect's main goal. Even if the assassination fails, it can provoke the anger of the Imperium and put Your Highness in a very embarrassing situation.”

Soshjan took a deep breath and closed his eyes, but his anger grew even higher.

“Vect sent thousands of people, all equipped with Wraithbone armor and common Ark weapons. How did he get these Ark equipment?”

“There are many lost Arks. Vect can get a lot of weapons and equipment by finding any one of them.”

Soshjan walked back and forth in front of the golden Aquila emblem with his hands behind his back, and said in a low voice:

“This time it was an attack on the Ascetics, so where will he attack next time? This bastard has tasted the sweetness, and he will definitely not stop there. The Imperium is again difficult to. It seems that Vect has really found my weakness?”

Doral stepped forward and lowered his head and said:

“Your Highness is right. Once Vect succeeds this time, he will definitely plan the next time. After all, the Court is becoming more and more difficult to hide. Unless diplomatic relations are formally established with the Imperium and the reasons are explained, Vect will definitely succeed again, and the Imperium's hostility towards the Court will become stronger and stronger until a real war breaks out.”

“So, to really solve it, there is only one way.”