Blood tax

Chapter 413 There must be a king?no, two consuls

Commodus, who had just made a rebuke, stopped, organized his language, and prepared to continue to implement his will.He is full of confidence and high spirits.The Imperial Council is his home court, a cabinet that assists the king in governing the country, and the elders and wizards are only present.

Lord Byyeland and the big shots in the circle looked at the prince with strange eyes, as if they were planning something.

Griffith straightened his back and sat on the chair waiting, faintly feeling something was wrong.At this moment, someone among the participants suddenly yelled:
"Seven gods, isn't this the Ravenel knight who stops children crying at night!"

All the people in the Imperial Conference Hall looked over here.Commodus also raised his head, looking in the direction of the knight.

"He is the young hero who saved the battle in Odessa! (I heard about the butcher who shelled civilians!)"

The hustle and bustle of discussion made the solemn conference hall look like a bazaar. The distinguished cabinet members, generals, and advisors seemed to have suddenly forgotten their noble titles and what they were here for today. Squadron leader:
"Eagle of Bellimion! (The Ace of Bayeran who wiped out five superhumans in one battle!)"

Among the praises from unknown sources, there were two sentences between them, and they shot at the prince sitting on the seat like a spear.

"Isn't this the knight favored by the Anjou girl?!"

"Oh, he is the protector of Princess Mirantis!"

Prince Commodus couldn't sit still on the spot.

Isn't this putting me on the fire... Griffith hastily greeted the prince with a military salute, and then greeted all the adults.

"Good afternoon, Knight de Ravenelle," Commodus nodded to him, "Beautiful medal, the kingdom thanks you for your loyal service."

At Griffith's collar hung the Order of the Eagle with twin swords and silver oak leaves.He replied solemnly: "It is my honor to serve the country."

"Tell me, knight, why do you always appear at critical moments?" A veteran who was present at the meeting came to Griffith in full view, "You must understand the needs of the ladies?"

Sonia vaguely heard lightning and thunder.The invisible force in the conference hall is roaring, ready to break free at any time, tearing everything into pieces.

All the guards and knights present put their hands on their swords.

The prince trembled all over.He held the hilt of the sword, and the entire hall heard the itching sound of the blade rubbing against his teeth.

A navy general sneered and took the elder's words:
"The way I see it, the mighty Ravenel knight just stands still and doesn't run away, and the princess and the saint will come to him for help.

"However, I'm not at the scene, who can tell me where they all come from, is that place not powerful enough? Or not hard enough?"

"Hahahaha!" The elders, lords, scholars, and generals all laughed in unison.

The prince's face was livid, and he glared at the booing nobles.The holy sword of Enduil hummed in its scabbard, roaring frighteningly.

"Livinus," Commodus drew his sword out of its sheath and shouted at the impolite admiral, "do you dare to challenge Enduil's edge?"

General Livinus immediately pulled out his general sword, "His Royal Highness's holy sword is sharp, so isn't this general's sword disadvantageous?"

The air is almost frozen.

Several sword glows revealed the cold light of fangs from the scabbard.Griffith hastily took two steps back, protecting Sonia and retreating outside the door.

The nobles at the imperial meeting stared at Prince Commodus coldly.They didn't interfere, didn't retreat, and didn't say anything to stop them, just like a pack of wolves surrounded a lion and surrounded Commodus in the middle.

Even the holder of the holy sword couldn't move even if he was surrounded by the front, back, left, and right sides.

"His Majesty Mark Aurelius Antoninus, ruler of Bayeran, commander-in-chief of the army, and chief citizen of the Senate!"

The king's guard of honor suddenly appeared outside the hall where the imperial meeting took place.Then, the elders in purple robes entered the venue surrounded by a large group of attendants and imperial guards.The beautiful daughter of the Duke of the South, Mademoiselle Diana de Mirantis, accompanied him.

Everyone put up a smile immediately.All the dignitaries smiled and paid tribute to the king loved by the people, and the king and the future princess also greeted everyone kindly.Miss Mirantis walked through the crowd, took the arm of her fiancé, and glanced at General Livinus, who had already put away his sword, praised the seven gods, praised the princess, and praised the beautiful words better than the larks.

"I can hear you all arguing across the garden." Fiona brought Lana here, she took Sonia's hand, and Lana's broad shoulders blocked the front like a wall, murderous His eyes swept over those who were still staring at Griffith like a mad dog, until everyone retreated to the door.

"General Livinus' face is almost touching his knees, look at how he saluted the princess~" Fiona commented unceremoniously on the general who was still in the venue, "If it wasn't for his stomach Belly is in the way, I guarantee that he will get a better discount than my card issuer."

The king began to speak.He happily announced that as soon as the sacrifice of the Chosen One is over, the prince and the princess will hold a grand wedding. At that time, there will be a series of dances and banquets, allowing the whole country to share the joy.Hearing this good news, everyone cheered together and blessed the prince and future princess in unison, as if nothing had happened just now.

Griffith watched from a distance, and he felt that the king was a little more haggard than the last time he met, and his back was bent.After announcing the arrangements for the wedding, the king bid farewell to everyone and prepared to return to his bedroom.

The ministers and elders roared out of the way like parting seas, and watched the royal family leave with a smile on their faces.

Prince Commodus followed behind his father.His appearance was noble and gorgeous, but his aura was restrained, like a dormant lion, waiting for the shadow to dissipate and show his sharpness again.

Sonia and Fiona lifted their skirts and saluted the passing king and prince from a distance.After they disappeared around the corner and confirmed that no one was overhearing, Fiona whispered to everyone:
"Some elders are discussing to deprive the king of the right to discuss matters."

Both Griffith and Sonia leaned back in surprise.Fiona continued:
"The current king, most trusted duke and comrade-in-arms is a disgraceful traitor, and a fool who would go over to the orcs.

"The future king lost a battle and lost tens of thousands of people, and the saint he trusted, still can't tell what happened...

"Many elders believe that the royal family has failed comprehensively in terms of personnel selection, military affairs, and beliefs. They lack sufficient rationality, knowledge, and judgment. The future king needs more restraint, exercise, and observation."

Sonia looked at Fiona anxiously, she hadn't heard of these things at home:
"So, what is the opinion of the Senate?"

"The opinions of the elders are that a reliable person and system must take over the governance of the kingdom, and it is time to restore the ancient tradition of Bayeran - there must be two consuls!

"The consul replaces the royal family to deal with the crisis of the mysterious world and the army, and solves financial difficulties. The royal family retains treatment, ceremonies and seals, and waits for the right time."

"Who will be the candidate for the consul?" Sonia couldn't help but feel that this was inevitable.

Griffith, who was guarding at the side, just listened silently, while Lana was full of worry.

"The one who voiced the highest voice is our Principal, His Excellency Tyberion. He is the undisputed leader and the most powerful wizard in the mysterious world. His experience of rescuing the predicament in crisis many times has given him a very high reputation. There are also people I think Lord Salorian is better, but he tactfully expressed his refusal."

This was an expected candidate. Everyone really had no objections, and they all looked at Fiona and waited for her to continue.

"The other one?"

"Hmmmm!"

Griffith has seen a kitten that catches its prey for the first time, and when it holds a mouse in its mouth and puts it at the owner's feet, it is so proud that it will put its tail up into the sky.

Fiona had such an expression, she tried hard to control the corners of her mouth:
"The other one, huh, that's my father! The opinions of the military officials are very consistent, and the Earl Lamor and many other seniors are very supportive, as is the principal. Not to mention his Tenth Legion!"

It turned out that this matter was settled... Griffith looked around.In the living room that he never set foot in, the political situation of this country has undergone earth-shaking changes quietly.

The Senate and the Arcane Council control the army, finances and beliefs, and their strength is far above that of the royal family.The most prestigious and powerful people, such as Tiburion and Sharon, had a close relationship. Even Griffith had attended the meeting they held in Homonworth about the future of the country.Reminiscent of the anomalies that General Mordres' Ninth Legion displayed during the Battle of Teuton-Rum before the orc ambushes attacked.

They have been planning for a long time, and now it's time for a showdown.

(End of this chapter)