Chapter 346 The Feast Is Hard to Come Back (4)

Traitor, die.

The Duke of Angmar was not the first to say this sentence. If we go back, the first person to say it was Emperor Conn who unified the Karen Kingdom.

"Zero tolerance" for nobles who betrayed the kingdom has been one of the keynotes set by this country since its establishment.

So when Viscount Juan's head was quietly placed on the dining table, the deterrence it caused far exceeded all nonsense.

The whole banquet scene fell into a strange atmosphere: the ladies who were stimulated by the bloody scene screamed and ran away; the younger ones were moving towards this side curiously because they were too far away to see what it was. But the lords who really hold the real power are all sweating on their foreheads, standing motionless, and their brains are thinking about the next countermeasures...

Juan's territory was not rich, and his power was not considered top-notch, but the reason why the nobles were able to unite against Angmar was that several of the highest-ranking lords knew that he was "going the needle" among them.

In other words, it is an indisputable fact that the viscount "has evil intentions"—Juan is one of the biggest masterminds behind this incident. Once Angmar compromises, Juan will definitely be the lord with the most resources.

However, no one expected that before all the arrangements were made, Angmar would kill Juan so quickly...

What about the plan? How about sharing the agreed resources together?

A moment ago, the nobles were still excited about slapping Angmar one by one, but the old man's counterattack was no longer a slap, but a sharp sword strike

This sword is always in Angmar's heart, even though he is dying, even if he knows that his time is numbered, when he draws the sword, he is still invincible.

"This this…"

The few lords who were still "persuading each other with good words" just now were speechless at this moment, their eyes wandering back and forth between the head and Angmar, completely confused.

"Collude with the undead, cooperate with the heretics to destroy the territory of Efta, raise the army to wait for the opportunity to rebel, the evidence is solid, the crime is unforgivable...kill." Angmar's eyes slowly swept over the lords in front of him, and slowly closed the wooden box again , Covering the strong smell of blood, "Of course, I believe that many of the lords here don't have the same thoughts as him. Since they came to Houlier City, they should enjoy the joy brought by the wine and food, right? ?”

His words didn't get any response, because the shock brought by the bloody head couldn't be digested in a minute or two, especially those women who were pale and even staggered away with their mouths covered—I'm afraid they will all die in this lifetime. Leave a psychological shadow.

But how could Angmar care about the feelings of these people?

"What Juan wants has nothing to do with us. Since he is a traitor, he deserves what he deserves." Viscount Mursa, who narrowed his eyes, was the first to react, and he said in a deep voice, "But can violence solve everything? The border plan It should be adjusted, Angmar, this is not just me, you are hollowing out Efta, and if this continues, no matter whether there are enemies appearing on the border, we will be finished."

"We don't need to bear the consequences of going our own way with you."

The lords who had lost their momentum by three points did not take a half step back after disregarding their relationship with Juan at the first time—they understood that Angmar was "killing chickens to make an example of monkeys", but few of the nobles present were fools. It is impossible for Angmar to kill them all just because of "disagreement", because such a method itself already means "crossing the line"

"I know - in your eyes, I have been squandering the gold coins that should belong to you, so you can't accept it, right?"

Angmar also spoke directly, with a sarcastic expression on his face, "Or, you have long regarded the village under my rule as your own? So you don't want to pay taxes?"

Just at this time, the butler John came to Angmar's side, and after whispering something, the Duke smiled and said to the surroundings: "Because of some things, our Bishop Nova came a little late, but he obviously There is some good news to announce... John, please come to the bishop."

Several lords were completely left aside, and their faces were red and their clothes were white for a while. If they want to fight against Angmar, they naturally go beyond Juan's plan to restrict economic trade, taxation, and military measures, etc., which can threaten Lucifer. The Long family has many ways, but Angmar put on a gesture of not accepting the move, but they have nothing to do, they can only watch the new bishop come to the front, take out a gorgeous and conspicuous golden scroll...

"This is…"

Several lords immediately raised their eyebrows, because they recognized that the scroll with the cross-key wax seal was the "Sacred Letter" from the Pope.

Within a year, the territory of Efta has received the "Sacred Letter" of the Pope Rosicrucian for the second time, and many of the lords present remember it very clearly—the owner of the first sacred letter...is The "dead" Captain Roddy

That scroll at the beginning allowed Roddy to have the huge backing of the "Rose Cross"—and because of this, he was able to enter the field of vision of these lords as a "non-noble" and became a "serious confidant" they dreaded. .

Now the hidden danger of Rody has disappeared, but the appearance of the "Holy Order" still made them feel a little nervous... Mursa and the others glanced at Angmar, but found that they couldn't see the old duke's face at all. to see any emotion.

Bishop Nova is fifty-nine years old this year, and he belongs to the age where it is difficult to "take another step forward". He is wearing a bishop's robe, his face is still tired, but his spirit is still hale and hearty. After coming to the Duke, he simply said hello , opened the "Sacred Edict" without any nonsense, and read out the contents:

"...Because of the important location of the Efta Territory and the outstanding contribution made by the Luciferon family in the war against the undead, the Church decided to support 5,000 Templars, 1,000 Templars and others within half a year. Supporting equipment, cooperate with the Luciferon family to defend the border, in order to prevent possible crises..."

"...As supporters of the church for many years, the Luciferon family will receive no less than six material aids in the next three years..."

With just a few words, the lords were completely dumbfounded as if they had been hit with a sledgehammer collectively.

What is the concept of "Rose Cross" giving materials, troops and equipment?

To put it simply, the core armed force of the Luciferon family is only Titus and Wellington, which have less than 300 troops, so the lords can take advantage of the number of private soldiers to have more confidence—but the church The additional 6,000 armed forces directly broke the situation, allowing Angmar to completely have peace of mind in terms of "strength"

Not to mention the "material assistance" involved later, in other words, this is completely unreasonable.

In this way, the original "economic control" strategy of the lords is completely invalidated, because Angmar has never been short of money since then

But the "sacred edict" did not end here, and Bishop Nova's reading continued:

"...At the same time, in recognition of Roddy's outstanding contribution in the battle against the undead, I hereby grant the Ring of Exemption,..."

Compared with the previous two news, the subsequent announcement made the lords even more surprised—is the church crazy? Send something to a dead person? Is this just a symbolic award like the "Medal of Honor"?

But the "Ring of Forgiveness" is by no means a trifle thing! Nobles who have a little knowledge of the "Rose Cross" know that there are twelve rings in total so far, and it is the only one in the church other than the Pope. The "Moloqi" who is qualified to wear gold and red academic gowns has only produced one a year since twelve years ago, and it is specially used to commend members who have made outstanding contributions to the church.

The nobles in the venue were discussing the meaning behind this news in low voices, but Quentin, who couldn't find Roddy, was not far away at this time. When he heard the news about "Roddy", he squinted provocatively. Looking at Bastar - the latter still didn't know the predicament his father was facing at this time, he sneered at Quentin with disdain: "What's the use of rewarding a dead man? It can only bring you a little psychological comfort."

Quentin wanted to say something, but thinking of what Rody said just now, he suddenly felt that the quarrel was meaningless. Yu Jian ignored the fat man, hugged his shoulders, and continued to listen to Bishop Nova read the oracle.

But for other nobles, reading this "sacred edict" already means that their plans are almost completely ruined-except for the direct use of force, it is difficult for them to take measures to check and balance Angmar from all aspects .

In other words, after Angmar received all kinds of support, a duke with a large army and sufficient funds... would be able to clean up the dissident nobles in Efta with ease.

If there is any way to crack it, it can only be the direct use of force during the "vacuum period" when all support has not yet arrived.

Several lords exchanged glances, but did not reach an agreement—but before they could negotiate in a low voice, Nova, who had finished reading the oracle, took out another letter and a dagger:

"...Bishop Rubens is about to be promoted to a cardinal next year. In order to thank Captain Rody for his help in the Efta territory, he specially presented this magic dagger."

Bishop Nova's words made almost everyone present frown...

"Can't the church spend money? Why are these things given to a dead man?"

Viscount Mursa couldn't help cursing in a low voice, Duke Angmar looked up at him, but he didn't speak, but there was a little smile on his face...

"What's so funny about him? It's impossible for Roddy to come back to life."

The depressed Viscount Mursa turned his head and asked Gruer beside him, but before he got a response, a slightly unfamiliar voice suddenly sounded behind him.

"What if...you're wrong?"