By evening, Satine and Obi-Wan had returned to Sundari. Obi-Wan went back to report the recent events to Master Qui-Gon, and both began writing their mission reports, as they would eventually need to report to the Council.
Under surveillance, Murto Vizsla began looking for allies within Death Watch for Kote. First, he sought out former allies and subordinates of Pre Vizsla, and then those who were dissatisfied with Tor Vizsla.
"How have you been, cousin?" He first approached the former chief of Pre's honor guard, who was now merely a company commander stationed on a remote planet.
"Speak your mind. Weren't you attacking Sundari? Why are you a deserter now?" the captain quipped.
"You wouldn't truly be loyal to Tor Vizsla, would you?"
"I wish I could kill him at any moment. That beast has once again plunged the Mandalorians into civil war, even sending people to assassinate Clan Leader Pre, and exiling the Clan Leader's son, who is now missing and presumed dead!" The captain erupted in anger at the mention of Tor Vizsla.
"Kote isn't dead. You and I both know he possesses the Force, and there are people higher up who saved his life. Now I'm working for my great-nephew, rallying you exiled former Clan Leader loyalists. You need a leader."
"That's good, as long as he's alive. So, what do you plan to do?"
"Gather all those dissatisfied with Tor, trap Tor on Mandalore, and let Kote defeat him and claim the Clan Leader position."
"Leave the rallying to me. Pre Vizsla's people are mostly stationed on remote planets, overseeing factories, warehouses, and mines. The small fry weren't sent to the battlefield at all."
"That's truly trusting of you. Unite everyone in Kote Vizsla's name. When the time comes, capture all those loyal to Tor, and we'll deal with them after the war."
"You don't need to tell me that. I'm going to contact them now." With that, the captain ended the communication.
After contacting them, Murto sat in his chair, contemplating whether to reach out to the person currently most resistant to Tor internally. However, that person was clearly not one of Pre's people. After some thought, he finally contacted that person.
"Good evening, Second Uncle."
"It seems you didn't die in the Sundari offensive, did you? I thought only Peerce of Clan Rook survived. I always said attacking Sundari wasn't a good idea." A man who looked only thirty but was actually sixty appeared in the holographic projection.
"Yes, Second Uncle, and that fellow Tor always sends our people to their deaths. And this time, I found someone special."
"Don't dwell on what has already happened; focus on the future. You haven't found the eldest brother's child, have you?"
"Nothing can be hidden from Second Uncle."
"Hmm, let me think. You want to use Kote's name to stir up resistance within Death Watch, and you're contacting me to be an inside man. Should I agree?" The old man pondered.
"Second Uncle, Tor has completely violated the creed. He shouldn't even be a part of our clan anymore, and he didn't defeat my elder brother in a proper duel!" Murto said excitedly.
"Indeed, he has violated the creed, and the Clan Leader position was not legitimately obtained. First, tell me how your preparations are going; I'm thinking about how to help you."
Murto spoke of contacting others within Death Watch and also revealed that Kote was undergoing Jedi Master training.
"Hmm, I will find others in this pre-war meeting to have Tor personally lead the attack on the capital on Mandalore, cutting off their logistics. After all, the fleet is under my command, and the other planets in the rear are for you to contact. This time, there is only success, no failure!"
Another day passed, and the Death Watch meeting to attack the capital was underway on Concord Dawn.
Tor Vizsla pointed at Kote's image on the holographic display and roared, "Ever since this young one suddenly appeared, our situation on Sundari has worsened daily. We were even completely driven out of Sundari a month ago. Who has the confidence to kill him for me in this attack on the capital?!"
The Clan Leader of Clan Rook, who had escaped from Sundari last time, immediately stood up. "I have confidence, Clan Leader Vizsla! Leave him to me!"
"I hope you won't be defeated so utterly like last time!" Tor slammed the table directly.
"Yes!"
"Next, who will be responsible for deploying to each area? Do we have a candidate for the main city offensive?" Tor looked at the surrounding clan leaders and high-ranking officers.
"Our Clan Saxon will lead the main attack on the main city; other clans can be responsible for other areas." Clan Leader Saxon stood up and volunteered.
"Very good, I've always admired Saxon's bravery. Other clans can be responsible for other areas."
"No, no, Clan Leader Tor, it would be better for you to lead Clan Saxon in the attack. After all, this offensive is extremely important. As long as we capture the capital, it means we have a firm foothold on Mandalore. Therefore, this most important offensive should be led by you, Clan Leader." The old man who had communicated with Murto yesterday stood up and spoke to Tor Vizsla.
"That's right, the Clan Leader should lead!"
"Yes, after all, for this offensive, we have slowed down too many things on other planets and can only passively defend."
"These more than two thousand people were selected from various planets."
The other officers and clan leaders all strongly agreed with this request, as they had all been contacted by the old man yesterday.
Tor Vizsla thought for a moment and nodded. "Indeed, this offensive is too important; there can be no mistakes. It's best if I lead the attack myself."
"Yes, Clan Leader is invincible!"
"When the Clan Leader's Darksaber appears, everyone should bow down and submit!"
Thus, the plan proceeded very smoothly. These more than two thousand people grandly boarded a Jehavey'ir-type assault ship and two Shardral-type troop transports, escorted by four squadrons of Kom'rk-class fighters, heading towards the Mandalore system. After leaving the planet's atmosphere and entering space, they directly entered hyperspace after inputting the Mandalore coordinates.
At this time, on Keldabe, the capital of Mandalore, Kote and his allies had already received news that Death Watch had departed. They were busily setting up anti-aircraft defenses and deploying more military equipment on the ground, as well as evacuating most of the population. Now, they were just waiting for Death Watch to enter Keldabe, then they would capture them all.
"As long as this succeeds, the civil war will end." Satine also put on her armor and equipped her gear. This time, she would personally stay on the front lines with the warriors to end the civil war.
"I will also help you, Duchess."
"Thank you, Obi-Wan. How are your injuries?"
Watching the two of them chat and even check on the injuries, Kote smiled and left. He didn't think about sparring with Obi-Wan; after all, using a beskar sword against a lightsaber was too disadvantageous. He would wait until he got the Darksaber before trying a spar.
"Boss, everything is complete, and the other ships from Vadair have arrived at Keldabe. All repairs and inspections are done, and they are ready for takeoff at any time." Omen came to report.
"Launch all Wraith fighters! Stealth mode, stand by! When the time comes, wipe out the landing forces directly!"
30 adavance chapter is available in patreon
1 day 1 chapter available both patreon and webnovel
patreon.com/Lempil
patreon.com/Lempil