genius prince vol 8: ch 30
When Gruère asked, Agata's gaze was directed at Wayne
"Prince Wayne, who is brilliant and has a close relationship with the empire.”
(Oh?)
This was surprising to Wayne. If he is elected as a special envoy, he will bear the brunt of negotiations with the empire. But if he can succeed, he claims that his connection with the empire is meaningful, and it is not a dream to take it to the line of maintaining an alliance with the empire. For Wayne, he's definitely a chance.
(Is it about to return the debt for the assassination of Tigris?)
Wayne thanked Agata with an unfamiliar face. but,
"--Sir Agata, that's impossible." Caldomeria broke in earlier than Wayne responded.
"Remember the other day. Sir Tigris must have been killed by the empire. How can he negotiate with such a man?"
"Mmm ..."
At this, Wayne inwardly clicked his tongue and Agata snickered. The imperial conspiracy theory had already been decided, and Wayne and Agata were on the side that had been spared by this theory. It will only be a disadvantage if it is steamed back.
If you don't know what's behind the scenes, it's not very bad, but it's too bad, such as murdering the Holy saint and asking the other party who hasn't finished clearing the crime from here. If such a thing becomes apparent, the authority of the Holy Saint will be damaged.
The reason here is in Caldomeria. I can't say no to other elected saints.
(But then ... it's within the scope of our expectations to block the speech of moderates against the Empire.)
The problem is after this. If you can't negotiate, how do you solve it? As Wayne gazes, Gruère asks.
"Then Caldomeria, how are you going to solve it?"
Caldomeria replied.
"Proclamation of the Holy War. In the name of Levetianism, we will raise an army and head for the rescue of Cavalline."
However, she adds.
"It's not the same size as when we sent troops to Meertus before. This time, we'll work with the Allied Forces of the Holy saints."
Everyone except the Holy King was scared. The princes' battle over Meertus last year. In the name of saving the believers who were caught up in this conflict, the Lavetians launched an army. The number of the army was 6,000. It is safe to say that this army, made up of volunteers from the laity, is the military force possessed by the Levetian religion.
However, the story changes when it comes to the Allied Forces. In addition to the Levetian army, the country to which the Holy saint belongs also establishes an army. Furthermore, not a few countries without a holy saint will offer soldiers. How much will the total strength be?
"Wait! Isn't it said that the Imperial army in Meertus is less than 5,000? If this were the Allied forces, it would be too much!" Agata's defense is just right. However, Caldomeria does not give up either.
" That is exactly what the vicious empire wants, lord Agata. It is too optimistic to think that their goal is only the defense of Meertus, with the exhausted Cavalline so close by. If they think that they can scare the enemy with a few thousand men, they will invade Cavalline in no time. After all, the empire has a good reason to believe that it was attacked first. "
I couldn't say it was impossible. Perhaps there are people on the empire side who have similar assumptions. Hopefully in this situation, we can take a step to the west.
" As for the responsibility of King Skillet's, neither I nor my subordinates intend to question it. Looking at the situation from a bird's eye view, it is natural to assume that the murder of Lord Tigris, the outburst of some of the Cavalline nobles, and the rapid deployment of troops to Meertus were all intended by the Empire for the purpose of invading Cavalline. "
While she has done it all with her own hands, Caldomeria blames the empire for her crimes
"It is the Empire that is abhorrent. It will be in the interest of the Empire to eat each other here. Now we should work together and focus on defeating the Empire."
If they nodded their heads and silently agreed with the allied forces, they would not attack any further. Of course, both Miroslav and Skillet have guessed that it was Caldomeria, not the Empire, that drew this plan.
But rejecting them at this point would only lead to another denunciation. Therefore, they had no choice but to nod.
"... I have no objection to establishing the Allied Forces. How about King Skillet?"
" I agree with you. I am willing to make up for my own iniquities by working within the Allied Forces.”
Caldomeria nods in satisfaction and turns her eyes to the remaining Gruère, Steil, and Agata.
"How about everyone?"
"I don't mind"
Steil was the first to agree.
"The Allied Forces of the Holy Servants ... to fill the earth ... it really inspires me to create. Be sure to convince the King of our country."
It's still a unique set of values, but I'll do more than I say I'll do it. Next to that, Gruère asked.
The Allied Forces, do you truly desire His Eminence?
"Of course"
Caldomeria looked at the Holy King at her side. The old man nodded silently, small but sure.
"... ... Very well, then, my Kingdom of Soljest will be a member of the Allied Forces."
If this is the case, Agata will not be able to argue. The other day Wayne had torn down the holy saint to get them to admit his opinion, but this time Caldomeria did the same
"Then, with your consent, there is one more thing to decide."
It was questioned by everyone's eyes, and Cardomeria continued.
" The representative of the coalition is naturally His Eminence the Holy King, but he is not the leader of the coalition. However, he also has the important task of praying for the well-being of the believers. We need a real general to command the coalition forces."
Cardomeria's opinion was once again reasonable. Even if you form a formal alliance, if you cannot coordinate strategically, it will be nothing more than a rabble-rouser. On the other hand, who is obsessed with Lucian, it would be impossible to command them.
"I think it's best to leave it to King Gruère, but what about that ?"
Gruyere, despite his appearance, is one of the most martial of the chosen ones. He is also trusted among the chosen ones as a man of sound mind. It is a fair choice.
"I won't do it"
Gruère simply rejected it.
" I cannot be so shameless as to accept an undeserved position in front of someone who is superior to me.”
"Better than King Gruere ...?"
Gruère looks at him as the Agatas are confused.
"Isn't there a man who beat me right there?"
When everyone followed Gruère's gaze, they saw Wayne sitting there, who had been keeping to the air.
(――Ahhhhhhh?)
Wayne shouted inwardly.
(Oh my gosh, I'm so used to the air, but it's superfluous!)
Wayne glared at Gruyere with all his might, but Gruyere was having no trouble with it. Wayne gritted his teeth and smiled as best he could.
"I'm honored to receive such recognition. I am honored to receive such recognition, but that battle was just a stroke of luck, and I don't know that I am a better fighter than King Gruyere."
"Oh, so you're saying that I'm the kind of guy who can take my chances?"
(This pig guy is troublesome!)
Wayne swiftly circulated his thoughts, cursing Gruère.
"If you really want to, I'd like to say ... Yes, but I am a young man and I was invited to this Holy Meeting as a special guest. I am not sure if I am capable enough to lead all of you. "
When Wayne said this, the chosen ones looked convinced and relieved. Unlike Gruyere, Wayne is not the general of the congress.
