Tonight， Your Wife Will Be Mine. 176

Chapter 176 – 17. The Way of the Far North (6)

It is very out of shape for the king of a country to gather his aides behind a blackout screen and share opinions like a profiteer. However, Alphonse of Gaul, who knew that there was something more important than mere face as a body running state affairs, willingly invested his time.

The preliminary meeting continues.

That’s why, while continuing discussions with his servants connected over the voice line, he tried to gauge what was best for me. Intended to somehow lead the era stained with the stains of the dissolute kings and greedy nobles.

“My guess is that the battle between the courtiers of Aquitaine will not suddenly strike one day. Rather, it would be more appropriate to say that it has already begun.”

It was a war that could push the entire continent into a whirlwind of war, but it was impossible to prepare. It is because the aftermath has already been divided into the northeast and southwest. Above, the Rus Empire’s 50,000 troops invaded, and below, the Aragon Kingdom’s 30,000 grand dukes attacked.

“Moreover, it’s not just the aborted princes that we need to be wary of.”

There were all three descendants of Dear King Eugene. Besides Zac, who was said to have perseverance, and Alphonse, who was said to have a gun, there was a woman of demons. The long princess Marianne, who resembled her father, was another contender for the throne in which her decadent beauty shone.

“I heard that Archbishop Monet, Count of Beauharnais, delivered a secret letter to Jim.”

“That’s right. It was said that even a prodigal daughter would be given the protection of the heavenly gods equally. It was an old-fashioned written style and a text full of reasons, but the conclusion was clear.”

“Yes, the old king called Jim’s sister a ghost.”

Only Albert Monet of the Cult of the Celestials has a complete roster of Aquitaine throughout the continent. The fact that such an archbishop mentions the prodigal daughter suggests that his political influence will be directed to the country’s chief princess, Marianne de Gallia.

“Her Highness Princess Marianne’s legitimacy is a threat in a different way from the abolished crown prince. She had long separated from the conservative royalists for essential reasons, but considering that she is the great hand of the Continental Sanggye and the leader of the republican faction, her ripple effect will never be inferior to that of the pretender.”

It was as the Count, who added his opinion through the blackout curtain in the communications room, said. In the end, the battle for the throne of Gallia will be decided by whether the moderate faction, caught between the extreme conservative faction and the radical reformist faction, can survive. Passionate Zach and Marian are overconfident in their abilities and will not hesitate to take a risky gamble.

“What do you guys think? Do you really think she got the list of Aquitaine?”

“Determination is prohibited, but it is strong. Above all, judging from Her Highness’ disposition, it is highly likely that he will use the women in her list as a means of incorporating them into my clique rather than harming them. Isn’t that why the archbishop, who had always been neutral, came to the fore?”

One of the aids lined up left and right lowered his head and opened his mouth. Michelle, Countess Boa René, who had spoken earlier, cautiously rolled her eyes before adding. She glanced at the king’s adviser, who stood behind her throne with a staff, silently holding on to the situation.

“It is clear that this is the time when special measures are needed.”

Finally, the old court mage shook her head. As a loyal servant of the dear king, he made a breakthrough in enabling the current king to keep his position, and he took luck to organize the current situation. The morale of those who attended the meeting due to a series of sad news was unreasonable.

“Your Majesty, if it is okay to refrain from disclosing your opinion…”

Alphonse turned his head to the side as if unexpectedly. He looked at the magician Alain Leclerc, the greatest sage in Gaul, and smiled.

“Tell me where.”

“The foundation of the Crown Prince rests on two pillars. Domestically, he is Arno, Duke of LeBlanc, and overseas, he is James the Lionheart, the acting avenger of Diana Aquitaine. However, one side seems to think that it has fulfilled its role by giving away Oliver of the Somerset Swordsmen Guild, so there is only one actual supporter.”

Arnaud LeBlanc is the ruler of the East, a noble family in Gaul, who monopolized a woman who was considered the most beautiful among Eugene’s daughters-in-law.

“He was a deposited crown prince who was enough to be disloyal to the late king. The reason such a man chose to step down from power at the cost of the lives of those who supported me was because he did not want a victory that would only cost him a wound. In short, it means that the plan he made should not cause Gallia’s national power to decline further than it is now.”

“Certainly, Zach’s ambition is to conquer the continent.”

“Then, the remaining options are narrowed down to political conflict without the use of force. It is truly blasphemous, but it must be that they will widen the gap in power without starting a civil war. Waiting until the mortal sin of usurpation would not cause much chaos in this country.”

Jacques de Gaulia’s virtue is patience. Just as the dear king did not call his eldest son tenacious for nothing, even at this moment when he revealed his desire for reign, he is slowly taking steps to seize the throne.

“What is needed for political war is an excellent workshop. Attacks based on money and defenses based on force will serve as solid weapons for the deposed prince. And I believe that the case of Her Highness her Princess Marianne will be the same.”

“The basis Jim’s sister has is, of course, the same as Jacques. They must be people from the Republicans and Sanggye at home and abroad. In the same vein, she must defend herself by threatening Jim with her commercial clout and holding the Republican backlash hostage.”

“Arnaud LeBlanc is a man who was vigilant even for the dead millennium. The reason such a quick-witted man cooperates with the destitute prince is because he sees it as an opportunity.”

Alphonse muttered the name of the company that suddenly came to mind.

“Uestveda… !”

Uest Veda is a company so called because it monopolizes the western trade of Veda in the Near East. Although it is currently in a state of restraint due to various restrictions, when the abolished prince, an expansionist, ascends to the throne, he will naturally earn a lot of money.

The exploitative gains of colonial industry are indescribably sweet. Also, Uestveda is a business that has enough tips to do that.

“A firm that fully supports Her Highness her, Princess Marianne, would be Lucerne. Compared to Ouest Veda of Duke LeBlanc, who sponsors the abolished crown prince, it is also lacking. Of course, the picture becomes even more complicated when you consider the involvement of several other businesses.”

“It is indeed so. The Britannia Trading Company won’t be on my side…”

“Considering the attitude maintained by the owner of the home country, it is not unreasonable to support both the abolished crown prince and the princess. In other words, their workshop is ready. I apologize very much, but Your Majesty’s legitimacy and authority alone will never overcome this dark ordinance. Inevitably in front of those blasthemers who defy even the will of Heaven.”

Alphonse sighed. Alain Leclerc was an advisor who, up to this day, did not carelessly say such direct words. For him to say something that could be uncomfortable like this meant that the situation was really serious.

“But, Prince Leclerc, Jim has you.”

“Your humble talents will always serve as your shield to protect your majesty. However, this disloyal old man is too old to be in charge of the workshop. I’m sorry, but I hope you have a sword and shield that I can use even after I die…”

Advisors only give advice. The final decision should be made by the king who rules the country, not the magician with the staff. Alphonse, who understands the euphemistic but clear meaning, thought hard while stroking my chin.

“Countess Beauharnais, do you think you cannot compete with the deposed prince or your sister with the margin of minting the silver coins of Lemoyn?”

“I am sorry to inform you, but it is so. If I dare to add my personal opinion, how about looking for a business for Your Majesty after retrieving the northern investment…”

“No, that is still something to ponder. Above all, a hasty decision can be poisonous now that the problems of the Marquis of Lemoyn and the Dominion of Tarn have not been resolved. There is no choice more prudent than choosing the servants who will become your sword and shield.”

Those who rise to the throne feel lonely. Trust is inevitably shattered when you encounter scenes that you can sympathize with like survival and go to the gym every day for a trivial benefit.

“Does anyone have no talent to recommend?”

Alphonse asked, looking around his entourage through the blackout screen. Then, the servants immediately looked at each other, raising names that came to their heads. If there was a family that would become the loyal dog of the Gallic royal family, it was Dior as expected, and naturally, the name of the eldest son came to the fore first.

“Old-gwan is Myeong-gwan, how about Dark Ball?”

“The problem is his mania his, which triggers a game when he sees the light. I heard that he still doesn’t show any improvement, but could he come out beforehand?”

“Your Majesty, the prince is also there.”

“How can you treat a younger brother who is hiding in his older brother’s shadow? Above all, I don’t trust Jim completely because of his disposition of him.”

“How about the Kenneth Somerset that Lord Calais is looking for?”

“It is an uncertain alternative. I have a hunch that if you work for Jim, you’ll make a good knife.”

In the end, it was a car that couldn’t take any measures. Suddenly, a sounding communication tool placed in front of the throne flashed, and a handsome man who looked like a schoolboy appeared. It was Renoir and Vincent who headed north as the king’s agents.

“Your Majesty, can you hear me!”

Alphonse, stunned by the sudden arrival of his servant, soon regained his dignity and treated him.

“Court Renoir, what’s the matter all of a sudden?”

“Ah, the matter is urgent, so I apologize for the disloyalty of not being polite!”

“Okay. I was just discussing pending issues with the ministers.”

“Okay, then I’ll cut the reap and tell you. 5,000 Marshals led by Baron Ardennes defeated that Ruth!”

“What?”

Jump! Unknowingly, the king got up from his seat and looked into the crystal ball with open eyes. The courtiers lined up on both sides were babbling in disbelief. Even Alain Leclerc, who was silently holding his cane, made his eyebrows twitch.

“Tell me more!”

“Originally, I was questioning the slowness of the casting business for the Lemoang silver coin and was independently investigating whether it was embezzzlement or not. With blasphemous suspicion that the Baron may have grown his stomach with Your Majesty’s faith.”

“By the way?”

“However, the movements of the Marquis Army were unusual, so when we questioned them, we were able to confirm that the Empire had invaded, just as we had told them during the day. This was a great opportunity for me to investigate the baron’s embezzlement and get closer to the truth.”

Ruth’s vanguard was Viktor Chernikov. He was none other than the great general of the empire and the teacher who taught the Empress. It was hard to believe that the news that such a strong man had blocked a large army of 50,000 with only 5,000 troops.

“The reason why we were able to defeat the Empire was the pincer attack with the Camag Tribal Union. It is said that 15,000 warriors of the ferocious Far North helped with all their might.”

“I can’t believe it! Was the alliance with Carmag really strong?”

“It was the baron’s ball. As a result of investigating the above, the baron was financing the money that was to be shared with the land. However, I never betrayed your majesty’s trust. It is said that he presented the business of pioneering a trade route through that snowy field to Camag with the money.”

Destiny Community! Everyone gathered in the communications room, no one in particular, exclaimed. Considering the situation in the far north, which is extremely destitute, the benefits of trade gains are unimaginable.

“Unbelievable! Then, could it be that the baron foresaw the invasion of Rus?”

“You’ve made an offer to Camag you can’t refuse! Just to prepare for today!”

“Nonsense! If that was the case, why didn’t they ask for support from the center?”

“No, in his days he as a knight he was famous for being deep-seated. Could n’t he have been loyal to count the overflowing cares in His Majesty’s intentions his and put an end to it?”

The servants opened their mouths in a daze. He even blamed himself, saying that he was still far from his sincerity his, which made him feel dizzy. And Alphonse, who could not calm down the overheated atmosphere, carefully brought up the topic of the possibility that passed his mind his.

“Wait a minute, then the business of pioneering trade routes through snowfields is not something to be taken lightly.”

“What… !”

“Court Baek, could it be that the baron also foresaw the situation in the center? Did you know that Jim needed a knife called money to be used in political battles like Jacques’ Oestveda or Marianne’s Lucerne?”

“Yes, that is what I think.”

Alphonse, who looked over the blackout screen, asked other servants for their opinions.

“There seems to be no way to gauge it other than that possibility.”

“Moreover, he is no longer a member of the Dior family. Aren’t you the one who decided to branch out, thinking that His Majesty wouldn’t be pleased if the prestige of a loyal noble family rose too high?”

“I even offered my foreign marriage to seal the bloodline of Aquitaine!”

“Ah, ah… !”

There was no room for doubt. The trembling Alphonse shouted, even shedding tears.

“The baron is truly a loyalist!”