However, this is not to say that the City Guards under Lina's command were weak; it was simply that these 300 individuals before them were too powerful, incomparable to an ordinary army.
"Go, call Commander Lina. From now on, these 300 Heavy Armor Shield Soldiers will be under her command."
Lord Link's decision to entrust these Heavy Armor Shield Soldiers to Lina's command naturally stemmed from his foresight.
Firstly, he intended to observe what choices Lina would make after gaining control of this elite force and her power steadily increased.
At the same time, this unit would also serve as Lord Link's "eyes and ears" within the army, continuously relaying intelligence from the military camp back to him.
In short, it was surveillance.
These Soldiers would only act according to Lord Link's orders, loyal and unwavering, with no possibility of betrayal.
If Lina were to harbor any ill intentions, Lord Link could swiftly discern the situation within the military camp with the help of these Soldiers.
Even if an emergency were to arise, with him at the helm, coordinating and flexibly deploying resources, there would be no need to worry about the situation spiraling out of control.
Secondly, it was also to foster a stronger bond with Lina.
Currently, in Winterfell City, Lina single-handedly holds the position of Legion Commander, serving as Winterfell City's Minister of Military Affairs. While Agnes now participates in some military matters, her primary role is to accompany Lord Link as his attendant, with her core responsibility being to ensure his safety.
If these 300 elite Heavy Armor Shield Soldiers were kept tightly in hand and not entrusted to Lina's command, it might cause Lina to feel resentment, thinking that Lord Link lacked trust in her.
Rather than hiding them away, it would be better to be proactive and hand over this elite unit to Lina.
By demonstrating his trust through action, he could also use this opportunity to further deepen their friendship and tacit understanding.
As expected.
When Lina heard that Lord Link was entrusting these 300 elite Heavy Armor Shield Soldiers to her command, her face instantly lit up with joy, and she was Excited beyond words.
She immediately patted her chest and swore that she would devote herself wholeheartedly to Lord Link, even to death.
Lina's eyes were burning with intensity, and she understood that although this team only consisted of 300 people, if commanded properly and utilized skillfully, they would be no less formidable even against a thousand enemy troops, and could even achieve victory with fewer numbers and shine brightly.
"Work hard, and don't slack off. Old Slo should be back with the grain tomorrow. Don't disappoint me then, and don't let down my trust," Lord Link instructed calmly.
"My Lord, rest assured, this time I will go all out and give you a satisfactory account, definitely living up to your expectations."
"Mm, go on. You also need to pay more attention to the new recruits."
Lord Link nodded slightly, signaling Lina to withdraw.
Watching Lina's figure gradually disappear, Lord Link and Agnes went for a stroll in the city.
In just a few days, Winterfell City had already transformed.
In the past, filth was visible everywhere in the streets and alleys, and a pungent, nauseating smell permeated the air. Now, the streets are clean and tidy, with no more unsightly dirt.
The previously uneven and muddy ground has also been completely renovated, meticulously paved with stone paths.
Although carriages still make a clattering sound when passing, it is a world of difference compared to the bumpy and difficult conditions of the past.
"Mm, this city is gradually transforming for the better."
Agnes looked up slightly, gazing at the city scene, and murmured softly.
Lord Link and Agnes carefully inspected the progress of the city's renovation. After confirming that all work was proceeding in an orderly fashion, they slowly turned and strolled towards the Lord's Mansion... As night fell, the training continued in the bedroom.
After these days of interaction, Olivia had deeply understood one truth: only by acting according to the man's wishes could she achieve good results.
Therefore, she had shed her former arrogance, becoming very cooperative and submissive.
No matter what posture Lord Link demanded of her, even those humiliating poses that made her ears burn with shame, she suppressed her inner resistance and complied with each one.
Lord Link, like a demon, constantly verbally abused her, using cruel words like bitch and slave, which, like cold blades, repeatedly pierced her self-esteem.
Lord Link wanted to use this subtle method to gradually dismantle her mental defenses, slowly erasing the image of the once elegant and noble lady from the depths of her soul.
After the training ended, he would, at the opportune moment, display a false tenderness, gently embracing her, softly comforting her, and whispering in her ear, telling her that if she was obedient, everything would be fine, and a beautiful future awaited her.
Afterward, he would either personally feed her dinner or allow her daughter, Isabelle, to come out of the dark and damp dungeon for some fresh air, giving her a glimmer of false hope.
In the field of psychology, there is a condition called Stockholm Syndrome.
It describes how victims, in the process of being harmed by an aggressor, initially feel conflict, hostility, fear, and dread. However, as time passes, they develop a dependency on some care given by the aggressor, gradually forming affection for the aggressor, even sympathizing with and identifying with the aggressor's situation, ultimately forming an alliance with the aggressor, creating a harmonious and friendly relationship.
Everything Lord Link was doing at this moment was a meticulous plan, step by step pushing Olivia into this dangerous abyss.
Indeed, in this way, slowly and subtly twisting a person's thoughts is far more interesting.
How could methods like hypnosis, which instantly change someone's mind, compare to the long-term torment and manipulation that is more stimulating and enjoyable?
Just thinking about it makes it seem so boring, doesn't it?
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