Chapter 869 Something Is Wrong
"No matter how perfect the regulations are, it is impossible to achieve absolute fairness. Everything must be based on facts. Although the magic crystal cannon transported by the Dusk Tower caravan is in line with the so-called prohibited weapons, it does not harm the interests of the kingdom. It will not cause damage. On the contrary, goods of such value passing through the national border will also bring a large amount of tax to the kingdom. It is you who will really harm the interests of the kingdom. I have invited Duke Wilson and Duke Jean to come. Let’s see how you explain it to them.” Count Andrei said with a sneer. The two dukes he was talking about were the ministers responsible for the kingdom's business and taxation. They could completely label Clark as damaging the kingdom's business reputation.
"It's simply unreasonable, it's simply..." Clark obviously won't give in like this. The other party has a backer, so doesn't he have one? He stabilized his mood a little, and said with a gloomy face: "It just so happens that I will report this matter to Marshal Benjamin. Then we will see who is right."
Hearing that Clark actually invited the first marshal of the kingdom, Andre's face finally couldn't calm down. Although Marshal Benjamin's title was not high, he was in charge of the command of all the armies in the entire kingdom. He was the highest ranking officer below the king in the entire kingdom. A powerful presence. Generally speaking, marshals like this who hold military and political power are often the most feared by the king. They will be suspected and attacked at every turn, and basically they will not end well. But for Marshal Benjamin, King Sanelli of Leding had great trust, even more than he trusted members of the royal family.
Obviously, no one could completely suppress the other in the backstage competition, and Count Andrei seemed to be even slightly inferior. However, it is simply impossible for him to admit defeat. For the same reason as General Clark, if this matter is messed up, he may not be able to gain a foothold in the traditional aristocratic family.
"General Clark, when it comes to harming the interests of the kingdom, then I wonder if those scum who deduct military pay and resell military supplies are considered harming the interests of the kingdom." Andre said not to be outdone.
"You... hum! Would the noble Earl also talk about these gossipy things? I have something here that I don't know if you want to hear..." General Clark also had a sneer on his face.
The two important figures in the Kingdom of Riding completely ignored their own image at this time. From the magic crystal cannon of the Tower of Twilight caravan to the big and small secret things behind their backs, they kept exposing each other. What about colluding with underground forces, what about reselling military supplies, what about robbing men and dominating women and running lawless, what about abusing lynchings to cause death, etc...
Although the two people in the dispute were exposing each other's scandals, in reality, as the powerful class of the Kingdom of Leiding, those so-called scandals would not really affect them. In fact, these things are just said here. No one has said it before, which does not mean that people don't know. They can often guess what the other person is by thinking about what they do.
However, in front of the front door of the living room, Domingo and Holliard, who were asking Lin Li questions, began to look a little ugly. In the Kingdom of Leiding, perhaps not everyone is a believer in the Holy Light, but it is definitely not the nobles. It can be said that in the Kingdom of Leiding, the most basic condition for becoming a noble is to believe in the teachings of the Holy Light and become a believer of the Holy Light. Otherwise, no matter what great achievements you have, you will not be awarded any title.
However, just because a person says that he or she believes in the teachings of the Holy Light, or even memorizes the entire teachings of the Holy Light, does not mean that he is a truly devout believer in the Holy Light. Saying one thing and doing another, isn't this what humans are best at? Not to mention ordinary people who claim to believe in the teachings of the Holy Light. Even the priests of the Temple of Light do not follow the teachings of the Holy Light in everything they say and do. Ask yourself.
Although Domingo and Holliard are aware of this kind of thing, after all, they have passed the age of innocence, but the problem is that there is Lin Li next to them, the president of the magic union from the magic country of France. Clark and Andre revealed each other's secrets, which was like exposing their own family scandals to outsiders, which made the two big figures in the Temple of Light feel embarrassed.
Finally, with a heavy cold snort, Holliard closed the notebook in his hand, his face gloomy as if it was about to rain, and he strode into the living room with menacing steps.
As for Lin Li and Domingo, they didn't even raise their heads and were still whispering about pharmacy knowledge by the gate.
Holliard's tall figure blocked the sunlight coming from the living room door. At this time, Clark and Andre, who were arguing, suddenly felt someone coming in.
"Who...ah! Master Holliard!" Clark and Andre stopped arguing, looked at the visitor and exclaimed in surprise. As an upper-class figure in the Kingdom of Leiding, how could he not know the leader of the Holy Knights of the Temple of Light? However, thinking about the content of the argument between the two of them just now, no matter how thick-skinned they are, they can't help but blush a little at this moment.
"You still look a bit aristocratic!" Holliard cursed angrily. After listening to the quarrel between the two people, he felt that the air here seemed extremely dirty. Of course, he had not forgotten the purpose of coming here, so he did not bother to comment on the character of the two people. He directly said to Clark: "Clark, your people have detained the caravan and goods from the Tower of Twilight, right?" , I hope you will lift the detention order immediately."
"What...what!" As soon as Holliard said these words, the expressions on Andre and Clark's faces suddenly became extremely exciting. Andre was naturally secretly happy in his heart. He never thought that the Tower of Twilight would actually have a relationship with Holliard. This was a big shot who was completely above the aristocratic circle. Even Marshal Benjamin could not deny him face.
Clark's expression was one of complete sorrow. Let's not talk about the outcome of this time. I am afraid that even if his side wins, he will be hated by the people of the Temple of Light. However, if you just admit defeat, you will really become the public enemy of both parties.
Moreover, if you offend the Temple of Light and lose the protection of your own high-level officials, I am afraid that the Temple of Light will label you as a heretic and you will die miserably.
Clark knew that he really had no way out. This was no longer a matter of face, but that his life and fortune were at stake. He suppressed the panic in his heart, looked at Holliard with twinkling eyes, and said: "Master Holliard, I am very sorry. If there are other things, I will definitely serve you with all my strength. This is the only thing that matters. For the interests of the kingdom, I...cannot agree."
"Uh..." Andre was a little dumbfounded. When did Clark become so brave and dare to confront Lord Holliard of the Temple of Light? You know, in the Kingdom of Leiding, although there are royal families and nobles, the real controller is the Temple of Light. Although Holliard is the leader of the Holy Knights and strictly speaking has no right to interfere in the affairs of the kingdom, after all, his identity is no less than that of the four archbishops.
Even Holliard was stunned when he heard this. This kind of thing was really rare in his memory. He was actually rejected. Although the other party said it was not impressive, it was indeed a rejection. Holliard's face became even more gloomy. You must know that Master Fei Lei was outside. He thought it was just a matter of words, but he was actually rejected by the other party!
"Since it's a kingdom matter, Holliard really doesn't have any say. So General Clark, I don't know if my words will have any effect."
Before the three people inside could recover, Archbishop Domingo also stepped into the room, wearing a pure white robe of light, which seemed to make the whole room much brighter.
Of course, along with Archbishop Domingo, there were two magicians, Lin Li and Gavin, who walked into the room. However, apart from Archbishop Domingo, Andre and Clark only knew Gavin who had dealt with them, but they had never met Lin Li, the real owner of the Twilight Tower.
"This... Archbishop Domingo, why don't you..." Looking at Gavin coming in behind Domingo, Clark knew that Archbishop Domingo was obviously here to speak for the Tower of Dusk. UU read www.uukanshu. ｎBut the question is, what the hell is this Tower of Twilight like? It can actually let the archbishop and the leader of the Holy Knights stand up for them. You could have used the scope of authority as an excuse to refuse Holliard just now, but the archbishop is a person who can discuss the affairs of the kingdom with His Majesty the King, so what excuse can he have to refuse?
Clark was shocked and disgusted. If he had known that the Tower of Dusk was related to the Temple of Light, he would not have done such a thing, let alone not giving him gifts. Even if he had been given gifts in turn, he would not have done such a thing. Now, can I still rely on Marshal Benjamin? Even if His Majesty the King sees the Archbishop, he will bow respectfully. No matter how powerful Marshal Benjamin is, can he be more powerful than His Majesty the King?
Clark finally came to his senses. Now that the archbishop has come to stand up for the Twilight Tower, what's the point of continuing to stand firm? Moreover, I think those on my own side won’t blame themselves too much. It’s not that I don’t work hard, but that the enemy is too strong. If you have the ability, you can talk to the archbishop yourself.
"General Clark, I don't know if I can, please lift the order to detain the Tower of Dusk caravan." Archbishop Domingo looked at General Clark with cold eyes. It was such a rare opportunity to have a pharmacy master teach me about pharmacy knowledge, but it happened to be messed up by what that bastard Clark did. Even though he was already quite old, it was impossible not to have resentment in his heart at this time. ! ~!