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Therefore, in Angel Number One's mind, there is a high probability that the two will become "colleagues" in the future.

It's understandable to be a little more considerate of colleagues.

As for the laptop, it can be considered a small investment by Angel One in her future colleagues.

Chapter 460 Forced into the Palace

"Father, I've already told you, I don't want to inherit any title. Why did you insist on calling me back?" Nicholas, who had just returned to Genovia, questioned his father.

“This is not up to you. Who do you think sponsored your studies abroad and made you who you are today? Now it’s your turn to give back…” Chancellor Marbury stared at his son with exasperation.

However, deep down, Marbury is actually very satisfied with his son. The boy went to study in the United States from a young age, and years later not only did he get into an Ivy League school, but he also earned a PhD in mechanical engineering.

This achievement is a devastating blow to the backward Genovese.

It's worth noting that Princess Mia, who is now beloved by the public, only received a high school diploma after returning from studying in the United States.

The comparison between the two is enough to demonstrate Nicholas's excellence. It's like a golden phoenix flying out of a chicken coop.

“Alright, I will use my knowledge to benefit Genovya. But, can we talk about the title later?” Nicholas, who had been studying abroad since childhood, didn’t actually have much affection for Genovya, but seeing his father’s expression, he still chose to compromise.

Nicholas, who had just graduated with his doctorate, still retained some of his scholarly idealism.

With a change in mindset, he also realized that helping a small, underdeveloped country to develop would bring him a great sense of accomplishment.

Of course, if circumstances allow, he would prefer to stay in a developed country to fully utilize his talents.

“How can you do without power?” Marbury said, pleased with his son’s reaction, but still added, “Changing a country is incredibly difficult; knowledge alone is far from enough. We also need power, very, very much power…”

"Hmm, so what do we need to do?" Nicholas casually replied, seeing his father's lack of enthusiasm.

“It’s not us, it’s you,” Marbury said meaningfully. “I want you to propose to Princess Mia, become the Duke of the Kingdom, and take complete control of the country. Otherwise, we can only change this country by staging a coup, overthrowing the Queen’s rule, and becoming king ourselves.”

"Are you crazy?" Nicholas exclaimed in surprise, not expecting his father to be so ambitious. "I've never even seen what a princess looks like. I don't want to marry a woman I don't know..."

"Furthermore, launching a coup is even more impossible. Although I didn't live in Genovia before, I know that the people here have a very high level of support for Queen Renadi."

"If we make one mistake, we'll all be finished!!"

Seemingly too surprised, Nicholas's tone unconsciously rose three points.

"Of course I'm not crazy. If it weren't for the circumstances, I wouldn't want to stage a coup," Marbury said frankly. "So, the choice is still yours. As long as you can win the princess, things won't be so complicated..."

"And this is not unfair to you. Although Princess Mia is eccentric, she is undeniably very beautiful. She is barely qualified to be our daughter-in-law."

Knowing that his father was plotting a "rebellion," Nicholas had no interest in whether the princess was pretty or not. After calming himself down, he said, "With my knowledge and your position as finance minister, we are fully capable of guiding this country to develop gradually. Why must we resort to extreme measures?"

As expected of a highly qualified individual who has studied abroad, Nicholas immediately grasped the crux of the problem.

“I’ve said it before, I don’t want to either. But times are changing, and women’s personalities dictate that they are not suited to be leaders. Have you ever heard of a powerful country where women are in charge?” Marbury said in a chauvinistic tone. “So, even if you end up marrying Princess Mia, I hope you can sideline her… Only we are the future of the kingdom.”

As for Marbury, although his title as treasurer is not high, he is definitely the richest person in Genovia.

Once you have money, you naturally want power.

Don't be fooled by his grand pronouncements and attempts to appear selfless and devoted to the country; in reality, everything he does is a preparation for seizing power.

"Is that really true?" Who wouldn't want to rule a country and be king? Nicholas, having calmed down, was also a little tempted, but still said, "I've heard that Queen Elizabeth II has managed her country quite well."

"Queen Elizabeth is just an exception; how can our Queen compare to her?" Marbury quickly glossed over the question and continued, "It's settled then. I'll organize a banquet later to create an opportunity for you to propose to the princess. You must seize it..."

"Isn't this too rushed?" Nicholas, who had just returned from his doctoral studies, was somewhat resistant to being forced into this role.

“If you still want to save this country, marrying the princess is the gentlest approach,” Marbury said seriously. “Otherwise, if it really comes to a coup, the people and we will only lose more.”

Yes, Marbury has made the most thorough preparations to seize power, even going so far as to bring in external forces.

If Nicholas fails to marry the princess, he will launch a violent coup.

His reliance was on the Volturi family in Washington state, a powerful pure-blood vampire family.

Of course, Marbury also knew that this "traitorous" strategy was not something he should tell his son right now.

After all, they're young people, so they're bound to have some passion.

Saying too much will only affect the final plan.

The next day, Genovia's royal family and ministers received invitations to a banquet from Finance Minister Marbury to celebrate Nicholas's return from his studies.

"I heard that Marbury's son graduated from an Ivy League university. What an amazing young man..." Queen Reina Di, seated at the head of the banquet, expressed her delight at the emergence of such an outstanding young generation in the country.

Then, she turned to her granddaughter and said, "Mia, you can spend more time with that young man named Nicholas and see what he's thinking."

One thing at a time, although Finance Minister Marbury has a bad reputation in Genovia, Queen Reynardi did not look down on Nicholas because of it.

On the contrary, he was thinking about the country, hoping that his granddaughter could bring Nicholas, a talented person, into his camp and contribute to the country's development.

"Hmm, I know..." Princess Mia, who was lost in thought, was a little taken aback when she was suddenly called on.

In her haste, she probably didn't even know what she said.

However, Queen Renadi simply smiled and shook her head at her granddaughter's rude behavior, without making a big deal out of it.

After all, the Queen was an experienced woman herself and knew that her granddaughter had reached the age where she was thinking about love and relationships.

Just as Queen Renadi had guessed, Princess Mia was indeed considering how to get Mike to propose to her as the kingdom's October banquet approached.

'If all else fails, just take the initiative and confess to Mike...'

This was exactly what Princess Mia was thinking. As for the finance minister's son, Nicholas, Princess Mia didn't pay much attention to him.

If Queen Renadi hadn't dragged her here, she might not have even attended this celebration banquet.

As for Marbury, although his reputation wasn't great as the Kingdom's Treasurer, he was still very wealthy, so many nobles and ministers were willing to get close to him.

This can be seen from the seating arrangement at the banquet. Apart from a few neutral parties, the number of nobles and ministers surrounding Marbury was almost the same as the number of people on Queen Reynaldi's side.

Inside the banquet hall, people were openly or secretly divided into two groups.

Finally, as the banquet's allotted time arrived, Marbury rose and walked to the center of the venue. After bowing slightly in the direction of the Queen, he said, "Queen Renadi and Princess Mia, please allow me to formally introduce my son to you—Nicholas."

"Having graduated with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from an Ivy League university, he returned to the land that gave him birth and nurtured him because he cared about the development of the kingdom..."

In an opening speech that resembled a hymn, a tall young man dressed in Genovese clothing slowly walked in through the main entrance.

His rugged appearance has earned him a lot of praise.

The ministers, especially those eager to curry favor with Marbury, showered Nicholas with praise.

Even though Nicholas had been somewhat resistant to this kind of scene before, he was now feeling a little giddy.

It was only after his father pulled him back that Nicholas realized he needed to greet the Queen and Princess.

"Your Majesty Queen Reina Di and Princess Mia, Nicholas sends his greetings!"

Once Nicholas came to his senses, he bowed slightly, mimicking his father's manners, displaying the proper etiquette of a nobleman.

At the same time, he didn't forget to secretly observe Princess Mia.

Princess Mia wore an elegant white dress today, which, combined with her noble demeanor, made her look radiant.

This scene surprised Nicholas slightly, and he was no longer as resistant to his father's suggestion as before.

"Welcome home, Nicholas. The future of Genovya needs young people like you!" Queen Renadi welcomed Nicholas home.

"Queen Renadi, on this auspicious day, I have something doubly joyous to share, and I would like to ask for your permission." Marbury seized the opportunity to step forward again.

"Oh, what other good news is there?" Queen Renadi's smile faded, and she turned to look at Marbury, wondering what tricks he was up to.

"Well, it's good news that my son has returned to China after completing his studies and is helping Genovia develop. As for the other good news, please allow me to keep you in suspense and let him tell you himself." After Marbury finished speaking, he didn't forget to give his son a look.

“Well, I’ve long heard that Princess Mia is beautiful and lovely, but seeing her today, I find she’s even more beautiful than the legends say. So I would like to propose to her, and I ask you all to be my witnesses.” Nicholas put on a sincere expression, looked at Mia with 'deep affection,' and said, “May I have this honor, Princess Mia?”

“No, I already have someone I like,” Princess Mia immediately retorted.

She already disliked Nicholas, but now she found him "repulsive".

Queen Reina Di above also looked displeased, staring at Marbury and waiting for an explanation.

Mike visited Genovia six months ago, and Princess Mia personally greeted him. Since then, rumors about this "golden couple" have spread throughout the kingdom.

At the time, the royal family did not come forward to clarify the rumors, which was considered an implicit acceptance of the relationship between the two.

As the Kingdom's Treasurer, Marbury naturally knew about this matter. Now, he's even trying to get his son to propose to the princess. If he's not confused, he must have ulterior motives.

“My son is a top student from an Ivy League university and even holds a doctorate. There is no more outstanding young man in Genovia than him, so he is the most suitable to marry the princess,” Marbury said confidently. “And with the marriage, Nicholas can also help the princess to better develop our country.”

With his righteous words, it seemed that the general trend was on Marbury's side.

The sycophantic ministers and nobles seized the opportunity to praise Nicholas and the princess as a perfect match.

"I will not interfere in Mia's love life, nor will I force her..." Queen Renadi said, suppressing the noise. "Ultimately, who she marries is entirely up to her own wishes."

After speaking, the Queen looked at her granddaughter and handed the floor to her.

"I've already told you, I have someone I like. We'll get engaged at the royal family dinner this year." Princess Mia stated her position publicly, not even bothering to glance at Nicholas.

As for Nicholas, he didn't have much affection for Princess Mia to begin with, so after hearing the clear rejection, he wisely stepped aside.

Before he could even step back, his father pulled him to his side.

“Your Majesty, as long as the princess and Nicholas are engaged, the Marbury family will wholeheartedly support her…” Marbury continued to persuade Queen Renadi, seemingly ignoring the princess’s statement.

At this moment, everyone realized that Marbury had ulterior motives, and the atmosphere at the banquet suddenly became tense.

Even Marbury's supporters didn't expect him to be so bold, and finally dared not speak up and agree anymore.

"What exactly are you trying to say?" Queen Renadi sat up straight, staring intently at Marbury and his son, her eyes flashing coldly.

Having reigned as queen for over forty years, Reina Di, who single-handedly supported Genovese's development, was certainly no fool. At this moment, she discerned a different meaning from Marbury's attitude.

“I want to say, Queen Renadi, you are getting on in years, and the country will eventually be handed over to Princess Mia. Without anyone to help her, are you sure she can manage the kingdom well?” Marbury revealed his true colors, saying, “Of course, with the support of the Marbury family, the situation will be different…”

"Outrageous!! Marbury, are you trying to force me to abdicate?" Just as Marbury was demonstrating his worth and making some outrageous remarks, Joe, the royal butler standing next to the Queen, interrupted him.

This exposed Marbury's ulterior motives.

The tide has turned and there is no room for maneuver.

"A coup?" Marbury shook his head with a smile. "I don't like that word. If I had to say, I'd prefer to describe it as cooperation. The princess marries my son, and we help the kingdom develop."

"What do you think, Queen Renadi?"

Now completely uninhibited, Marbury arrogantly stared at the Queen, a hint of threat in his eyes.

"Guards, arrest Marbury!" Queen Renadi responded, "I want to see how much the Marbury family has contributed to the kingdom over the years."

The meaning of "liquidation" is self-evident.

The fact that the Chancellor of the Exchequer was linked to the kingdom's richest man meant that the Marbury family could not withstand scrutiny.

Many ministers who support Marbury are already considering how to distance themselves from him, their eyes darting around.

After all, when the tree falls, the monkeys scatter.

However, Marbury, the person involved, showed no fear on his face. Instead, he became even more arrogant and asked, "Queen Reinadi, are you sure you want to do this?"

"Arbitrarily conscripting people to mine, while pocketing the profits. Add to that secretly currying favor with and protecting the kingdom's ministers, and wantonly violating the kingdom's laws..." Queen Renadi began, "What else do you have to say about these crimes, one after another?"

It turns out that Queen Reina had already figured out Marbury's crimes, and the reason she didn't punish him immediately was that she wanted to wait for a suitable opportunity.

It wouldn't be enough to punish just one person and cause turmoil in the kingdom.

Now that this powerful finance minister has stepped forward himself, isn't this the perfect opportunity?

"The Marbury family has served the kingdom for over a century. What's wrong with making some money and enjoying it? And you say I'm protecting and currying favor with ministers? If it weren't for us, could you have governed the country well?" Marbury continued to argue his case, showing no remorse whatsoever. He had clearly gone mad.

His appearance startled Nicholas, who was standing nearby.

"Forget it, there's no point in saying all that. I will prove with my actions that the Marbury family is the future of the kingdom~" After giving his speech, Marbury shouted to the door, "You can start now, and I will keep my promise to you afterwards."

This is a coup d'état about to begin!

The fact that the guards the Queen had summoned had not appeared for so long had already made many "smart people" realize that something was wrong.

At this moment, everyone looked towards the doorway.

Just then, three mysterious figures dressed in black robes slowly walked in from the entrance of the banquet.

A closer look reveals that the three men's black robes are stained with specks of blood.

Chapter 461 Coup

When the moment of action arrived, Marbury calmed down, his eyes flashing as he looked at Queen Reinadi with a sharp gaze. With vampires as his backing, he seemed to have the country completely under his control.