In the office of the Lord's mansion, Perfikot was discussing with senior officers the issue of whether to establish a union for the military personnel.

On this matter, Perfikot herself was opposed to it.

It's not that she's against the military fighting for their legitimate rights, she just doesn't want a so-called group or organization to form within the military.

After all, the military demands absolute obedience to orders, and orders should not come from multiple sources.

If a so-called military union is established and possesses enough influence by representing the interests of the military group, then when their ideas and interests conflict with orders from Perfikot or senior officers, will the soldiers listen to their superior officers or the orders of the union representing their interests?

This is a very realistic issue because sometimes, orders from officers or the lord might be sending soldiers to their deaths.

If the so-called union opposes and prevents soldiers from going to their deaths in such situations, then would the battle proceed?

Therefore, the establishment of a military union is definitely not permissible; if such a thing develops, it would be of no benefit to the military.

But should the voices of the military personnel be conveyed to the lord? The answer to this question is affirmative.

Although the military numbers in the Northern Territory aren't large at present, only a scale of a guards division and part of the City Guard recruited by Perfikot, they are still a group, and an essential one at that, whose opinions cannot be ignored.

It is precisely because of this reason that Colonel Richard argued logically, hoping for the establishment of military representatives.

As the commander of the 17th Guards Division, Colonel Richard was clear-headed enough to know that a military union definitely couldn't be approved for establishment, but military representatives were necessary.

So no matter what, as an officer of the 17th Guards Division, he must strive to secure as many benefits as possible for the 17th Guards Division.

Given that Perfikot largely doesn't manage military affairs, the 17th Guards Division is the basis of Colonel Richard's standing, so he naturally cannot neglect the 17th Guards Division and must try his best to rally them.

At the same time, Colonel Richard must ensure to the greatest extent possible that the corps listens to him, and naturally, he does not want a union to interfere with his authority over the 17th Guards Division.

However, the opinions of other senior officers were not uniform on this issue, with various reasons and motives; all senior officers were roughly divided into three factions. The first were officers who supported establishing the union, eager to become representatives to control the military union and hence gain more benefits.

The second group consisted of officers supporting Colonel Richard; they were clear in supporting Colonel Richard, but some genuinely believed in it, while others did so because Colonel Richard was their superior, and they were supporting their boss.

As for the third group, these senior officers had simpler thoughts; they decided to just support Perfikot, regardless of the opinion, as long as it was Perfikot's stance, they supported it as loyal followers of her.

This result somewhat surprised Perfikot.

It's normal for someone to want to become a representative of the military union because people are creatures of interest, and pursuing one's interests isn't an issue.

However, these people probably forgot that both strength and power are held in Perfikot's hands; the matter only proceeds if she nods, and if she doesn't nod, no matter what these people say, it's utterly futile.

Although Colonel Richard's proposed views contained his own interests and demands, they comparatively aligned more with Perfikot's interests and the current situation.

Not to mention that with the recent establishment of the dual labor union and the industrial union, if the military personnel's desire to establish a union was directly rejected, it would be undoubtedly bad news for the military personnel.

Regardless of morale or the spirit of the troops, it would have extremely adverse effects.

Therefore, allowing the military personnel to elect representatives to voice for them is necessary, but the union cannot be allowed to be established.

That's precisely why Perfikot was surprised by Colonel Richard's choice and his proposed plan, which happened to align with what Perfikot most wanted to do at the moment.

After understanding the opinions of various senior officers, Perfikot, as the lord, made a decision. With her stating her support for Colonel Richard, the plan he put forward undoubtedly gained the support of most senior officers.

This outcome angered those officers supporting the establishment of the union, who saw this as a manifestation of Perfikot's autocratic rule.

These officers prided themselves as progressive young officers, believing that establishing a military union was a reflection of more advanced and progressive military thinking, and Perfikot should actively support the establishment of the military union to reflect the spirit of democracy and freedom.

Then, these officers were all arrested on Perfikot's orders.

"Uncle Richard, I hope you conduct a thorough inspection on the 17th Guards Division. I don't want this kind of thinking to spread in the military anymore," Perfikot said with a poor expression toward Colonel Richard after ordering the arrest of those officers: "The duty of a soldier is to obey orders. I can understand and listen to their demands, but that is not a reason for the military to pursue so-called freedom and democracy!

If an army is all about freedom, what else do they intend? If I, as the lord, do not support them, would they oppose me? If the Empire hinders their so-called freedom, would they then oppose the Empire?

Uncle Richard, I call you uncle out of respect for my grandfather. This Guards Division was also once my grandfather's painstaking effort. If you cannot lead them well, then I'd rather destroy it than let it disgrace my grandfather's lifelong reputation!"

Perfikot's words were heavy, and Richard did not dare to be complacent, immediately assuring Perfikot that every effort would be made to purge the detrimental atmosphere and influence within the 17th Guards Division, allowing the 17th Guards Division to live up to its name as a guard.

"It better be so; I'm watching," Perfikot's expression remained stern.

Perfikot's stern attitude prompted Richard to leave swiftly, as if something was chasing him, seemingly planning to thoroughly reckon with those officers who nearly embarrassed him.

After Colonel Richard and the other officers left, Perfikot finally spoke in the empty office: "Conduct a thorough investigation, find out where these officers' thoughts originated. I don't believe this is a rootless issue! Its source must be cut off! The military must ensure it remains under control."

"Yes, my lord." A response echoed in the air, yet no figure was revealed.

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