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Chapter 299 The Accelerated Pace of War

"His Majesty is assassinated!"

Hearing this news, Hudson's eyeballs almost fell out of shock.

If it didn't come from his father-in-law, he would have to suspect that it was a rumor.

As the monarch of a country, the guards around Caesar III were extraordinary, and outsiders couldn't get close at all.

"There is no need to doubt that the news has already spread in the capital. Maybe in a day or two, you will receive the official document."

Viscount Oran said solemnly.

When he received this appalling news, he was taken aback at first, but after multiple verifications, it was proved that the news was true.

Realizing that there was a big problem, he came to Hudson for the first time to discuss.

"Sorry, Viscount Oran, I lost my composure. This news is really shocking.

There are so many assassins mixed into the banquet, and the last one who succeeded was a maid, really..."

Hudson has no words to describe it.

There were only a few hundred guests in a diplomatic banquet, yet nearly a hundred assassins were mixed in.This is no longer an assassination, it is clearly a siege.

To be able to put so many assassins in, apart from the king and the crown prince, there is no third person.

If Caesar III had only one son, Hudson would have suspected that the crown prince wanted to kill the king and seize the throne.

"According to the information collected by the family, the main reason why so many assassins were mixed into this banquet was because His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was negligent and did not strictly check the identities of the guests.

But it always feels a little fake, even if the crown prince was negligent, the guards guarding the palace should not be negligent.

Except for a small number of assassins who sneaked in as guests and handymen, the rest of the assassins mainly sneaked in as ministers from various countries and close followers of ministers.

They are all close people, it is impossible for these people not to find out.It is also unrealistic to say that they deliberately provided convenience to the assassins.

When this happened, they would all be implicated.It would be fine if nothing happened to His Majesty, but if something happened, their whole family would suffer. "

Viscount Oran frowned and said.

It is normal for nobles to have rebels, but to say that they are all rebels would be nonsense.

Although Caesar III loves to toss a little bit, this does not affect that he is a wise king, and his reputation in the aristocratic circle is not low at all.

Maybe the big nobles don't like this kind of monarch, but the middle and small nobles support it very much.

"The crown prince should have nothing to do with this assassination case. I have dealt with him. Although he is a little idealized and his heart is not broad enough, he will definitely not commit regicide.

Among the great nobles in the country, there are many people who want His Majesty to die, but almost none of them dare to kill the king.

This assassination case was most likely caused by external forces, and the big nobles in the country were at most contributing to the flames behind the scenes.

Your Excellency, the Viscount, I don't know if you have noticed that this assassination is a bit of a joke.

A real assassination doesn't need so many killers at all.Even if it is to disperse the strength of the guards, it is not worth sending so many people.

Moreover, it would be too childish for a maid to injure His Majesty.The most important thing is the murder weapon, which is just a dagger for His Majesty's daily meals.

There are plenty of colorless and odorless poisons, and there are many poisons that kill in one blow. Why use unknown poisons?
What's more, as a close maid, I really want to murder His Majesty. I don't think there is no better chance in normal times. "

While speaking, Hudson looked in the direction of the capital, his eyes filled with countless doubts.

There are too many unreasonable things in this assassination case.Almost caught up with the "Zhengde Drowning, Apocalypse Falling into the Water" case in the previous life.

The difference is that the person who made the move this time does not seem to want Caesar III to die.

"Hudson, do you think this may be His Majesty's bitter plan, and you want to use it..."

Before Viscount Oran could finish speaking, Hudson hurriedly interrupted: "Your Excellency, this is impossible!

Your Majesty, there is only one son of the Crown Prince.Even if it is a bitter trick, it will not take advantage of the reputation of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince.

As you know, the crown prince's reputation in the country is already very average. If he is involved in the assassination case, even if he succeeds to the throne in the future, it will be difficult to establish his prestige in the country!
If it's really acting, those assassins alone are enough, there's no need to add a knife to the snake. "

Suddenly, Hudson suddenly understood.

According to the normal rhythm, there will not be so many assassins.If there are multiple forces taking action and coincidentally get together, then everything is possible.

The two looked at each other, everything was silent.

No matter which forces are involved, this chaos will have a major impact on the kingdom.

For the newly rising challengers, turmoil in the kingdom is not terrible, what is terrible is a pool of stagnant water.

……

On the holy mountain, Pius VII looked at the information in his hands and showed a long-lost smile.

In recent years, he has not been stabbed by those kings.

Caesar III is undoubtedly the most active of them.If it weren't for the weak strength of the Alpha Kingdom, it is estimated that Charles III would not be the first to declare the pope illegal.

"Ulisse, the Holy Hand did a good job this time, and kicked another stumbling block for my Holy See.

Send someone to tell the orcs that it's time for them to go.Warn them, the next scene must be acted a little bit, if there is any omission, prepare to be exterminated! "

Pius VII said murderously.

Being connected with orcs doesn't mean he likes orcs.From the standpoint of the human race, the orcs are also enemies of the Holy See, but this enemy is not a threat for the time being.

For a short-term cooperation, it is just that they are useful.When their use value was lower than the trouble they caused, Pius VII also didn't mind killing them with one kick.

"Your Majesty, Caesar III was rescued and returned. Our mission..."

Before Ulise could finish speaking, Pius VII interrupted with a smile: "You're not dead, that's right!
If Caesar III really died, it would break the sky.

How can a kingslayer come to a good end.

From the very beginning, I didn't think the rabble could get things done.If you really want to kill Caesar III, why do you need to involve the rats in the underground world?
My Holy See is not short of those dead soldiers!
With so many loopholes left, who do you think Caesar III will track down in the end?

They were enemies in the first place, and they were involved in the assassination case. How long can Caesar III endure them? "

The Holy See has too much hatred and does not overwhelm itself. It is only one assassination case, and it was not done by their own people. They can completely handle it.

But the nobles of the Alpha Kingdom were miserable. Caesar III could not do anything to the Holy See, but there was no shortage of means to torment them.

This kind of assassination case is a mess and involves a lot of people. It's okay if we don't investigate it in depth. A lot of nobles will definitely be implicated in it.

Assassination is just a means, intensifying the internal conflicts in the Alpha Kingdom is what Pius VII wanted.

Ulise was very speechless. Originally, he wanted to say that the maid killer was not arranged by him, but now it is unnecessary.

Don't take the credit for being delivered to your door.As for the truth of the matter, there is no truth.

……

The aftermath of the assassination case is still rippling.

The noble prison in Canglan City was full for the first time since its construction.The original noble suite has now passively become a multi-person room.

There are a lot of grievances, complaints, and roars, but at this moment they all seem futile.

Before the matter is investigated clearly, as a suspect, he can only stay inside.

The king was recuperating, and the investigation of the assassination naturally fell on the crown prince and the ministers.

"Your Highness, judging from the current investigation, the assassins come from multiple assassin organizations.

It is said that someone placed a huge reward in the underground world, including 200 million gold coins, two magic cores of sacred monsters, and an artifact of unknown function, which led to this large-scale assassination.

After in-depth investigation, it was found that these rewards were offered by three different forces.Not long after the assassination, the reward was withdrawn.

All insiders were silenced, and this clue was basically broken.

To allow so many killers to sneak in, there are obvious loopholes in the guarding work of the palace.

We were just about to investigate the responsibility when suddenly 28 Guards officers and soldiers committed suicide, all of whom were guards in charge of the safety of the capital that day. "

The prime minister, the Grand Duke of Newfoundland, said with a gloomy face.

Naturally, all the clues will not be broken, but the content found out is too shocking, so the clues have to be cut off for the time being.

Not only foreign forces were involved, but also many nobles in the kingdom.A little carelessness will be used by people with high intentions, causing unpredictable consequences.

Who knows if the clues found on the bright side are true or false?
Framed things like this are all too common in political struggles.If it was deliberately arranged by the black hand behind the scenes, wouldn't it be the enemy's wish?

"Prime Minister, this isn't the only thing we've found, is it? At least one of the masterminds behind the scenes is definitely an orc. Let's dig out the rest slowly!"

Crown Prince Caesar said indifferently.

He has known the results of the investigation for a long time, and what is said on the table now is the information after artistic processing.

The real situation is far more complicated than this.Many domestic nobles are suspected of participating in the assassination case. There is no evidence to prove that they are behind the scenes, but it can be inferred that they knew about it in advance.

For the royal family, failure to report is betrayal.It is a pity that these messages cannot convict these people at all.

In fact, the involvement is so extensive that even if evidence is found, it cannot be presented now.

The basis of turning around is strength.The suspected nobles together accounted for almost [-]% of the kingdom's strength.Lift the lid, and the Civil War begins.

The front line is still fighting, and if there is civil strife in the rear, it is not in the interests of the kingdom at all.

If there was a quarrel without hesitation, it was still unknown which side the neutral nobles would stand on.

For the young and energetic crown prince, forbearance is a shame.Especially in this case of assassinating the king, he was labeled as incompetent.

……

Just after calming down the army, Hudson received the news that the Orc Empire was responsible for the assassination.

The aristocratic officers who had finally settled down became active one by one, clamoring for revenge for the king, which made Hudson's scalp numb.

"Damn political correctness!"

Secretly complained, this is the first time he discovered that political correctness can be so disgusting.

The coalition forces are killing all directions in the Orc Empire. As long as the work at hand is done well, it is itself contributing to revenge.

All of them are arguing and clamoring to go to the front line, regardless of the importance of the task at hand.The officers below can mess around, but Hudson, the coach, can't. It is his responsibility to ensure the logistics of the coalition forces.

"boom!"

The document in Hudson's hand was thrown heavily on the ground.

"have you had enough?"

"If it's not enough, you guys will continue!"

"You keep talking about revenge for His Majesty, but in fact, you don't even listen to His Majesty's orders.

Row!
All of them have grown up.

You want revenge on the orcs, right?
Then I will fulfill you today!
Adjutant, in charge of counting the list.

Those who want to go to the front line come and sign up, and I promise to send you to the front line.If you can't cut off the heads of the five great beast emperors, you don't have to come back! "

As Hudson's words fell to the ground, the noisy noble officers calmed down instantly.

It's just shouting slogans, how can it be taken seriously?
All the high-ranking military officers of the Kingdom present were present. Except for Hudson, the youngest one was in his thirties, and had already passed the age of sophomore.

Originally, everyone just wanted to take advantage of the trend and gain some political prestige.It's a bit embarrassing to meet a serious coach.

If they were sent to the front line and acted as the pioneers of the coalition forces, I don't know if they could avenge the king. Anyway, Caesar III can arrange their funeral affairs for them.

"Earl Hudson, shall we not avenge His Majesty's revenge?"

Duke Pias stepped forward and asked.

The two sides have already turned their faces, and they don't care about adding an extra sum.If there is an opportunity to add obstacles to Hudson, he will naturally not give up.

"Your Majesty's order: The Kingdom's army should do a good job in logistics, ensure the supply of supplies for the frontline army, and do not attack without authorization!
Could it be that Duke Pias still couldn't understand such a straightforward order?
What is your intention to jump out in such a hurry and go against His Majesty's order?
Want to cover up, what ulterior secret? "

Hudson retorted.

To avenge the king is to show loyalty, and to strictly implement the king's orders is also to show loyalty.

In a typical magic confrontation, both sides have played to the extreme on the issue of political correctness.

The only difference is that Hudson is the coach and inherently takes more initiative.

"You...you...you are spitting blood!"

Duke Pias said pretending to be annoyed.

Originally, he was guilty of the assassination of Caesar III, but now that Hudson has made him a general, he can't keep acting this scene.

"Humph!"

After a cold drink, Hudson said sternly: "I don't care what you think, there are military orders on the battlefield. Anyone who dares to violate the military orders will be killed without mercy!

To avenge His Majesty, the coalition forces are already doing it.No need for some self-righteous guy to go to the front and make trouble. "

It's all true. Since the Orc Empire announced that it was responsible for the assassination, the coalition forces have stepped up their offensive against them.

Many teams who want to be salted fish have also become busy in recent days. It is obvious that the big bosses in their respective countries have put pressure on them.

Various documents condemning the atrocities of the orcs are now flying all over the sky, as if they will not stop until the orc empire is destroyed.

It seems that everyone is strongly dissatisfied with the assassination of Caesar III, and they want to tilt their anger on the orcs.In fact, it is the patience of all parties, which has almost been worn out, and they want to end this war with no visible benefits as soon as possible.

There is no way, the wallet of the Alpha Kingdom will be drained.If the war continues, it will be everyone's turn to pay together.

(End of this chapter)