Chapter 143 142 Being Single Is a Matter of Principle!

Chapter 143 -142- Being single is a matter of principle!

Regarding her oath to the Holy Court, Charlotte knew that it would definitely cause opposition from the lower nobles.

The family affairs of the feudal lord are equivalent to "state affairs" for the vassal in a sense, especially the feudal lord's lifelong affairs, which are related to the future heir.

A lord's family without an heir will bring too much uncertainty and will not give the vassal enough sense of security.

Especially for a wealthy earldom like Castel, there are too many coveters, and the lord's extinction almost means a struggle for succession.

And for Charlotte, the situation is even more complicated.

Not only did she swear not to marry, she also promised to donate the territory to the church after her "death".

This made the nobles even more crazy...

In the world of Miria, the interests of feudal nobles and theocratic lords are different. It is difficult for nobles who rely on marriage and inheritance to expand their families and maintain their rule to pee in the same pot with theocratic lords.

One thing alone is enough to disgust the nobles, that is, when unowned land appears in the territory, the theocratic lords will most likely not grant the land to the nobles, but will take it under the management of the church.

There is no doubt that Charlotte's promise to give the earldom to the church will inevitably cause a strong reaction from the nobles.

Just look at Baron Sharon's expression now.

Charlotte is sure that the other party will soon persuade him to withdraw his oath, at least withdraw his promise to the church.

"Lord Charlotte, please... think twice! The conflict between His Majesty the King and the theocratic earldom is well known. The Crescent Royal Family absolutely does not want to see another theocratic earldom in the kingdom, especially the wealthy Castel!"

"Your decision... is likely to further aggravate the conflict between the kingdom and the church in the future, and may even bring chaos to Castel!"

"The Castel family has been passed down for hundreds of years. Even if it is for the sake of the family and the people, please think twice!"

Baron Sharon persuaded earnestly.

Charlotte glanced at the other party unexpectedly.

This extraordinary knight did not warn and persuade her from the perspective of the interests of the nobles, but borrowed the higher-level king and the subjects who could stand on the moral high ground to put pressure on her, which must be said to be quite clever.

Even if she knew that the other party was likely to just use the banner to dispel her thoughts, at least... a noble who could put the interests of the subjects at his lips would not make Charlotte, a time traveler, hate him.

However, Charlotte would not make a promise.

Even if she knew that it would cause a backlash from the nobles, she could not relax her single declaration and land donation promise.

That would leave an excuse, and would also affect the relationship with the church, and put herself, who was already invincible, into a succession crisis again...

Not to mention, after the oath was lifted, would she really be allowed to continue the family line?

When Charlotte thought of a certain possibility and scene, she felt cold all over and couldn't help getting goose bumps.

No!

She would never!

This is a matter of principle!

"Sir Sharon, I have my own plan for this matter, no need to say more."

Charlotte said firmly.

"Lord Charlotte!"

Baron Sharon still refused to give up.

"Enough! Baron Sharon, do you still want to decide your lord's lifelong affairs?!"

Charlotte raised her voice, looked dissatisfied, and directly used the power of dignity.

After a light shout, Baron Sharon felt that Charlotte's voice was like thunder in his ears.

Although immature, it was full of unquestionable majesty, which made him feel a kind of panic and fear from the heart.

He immediately lowered his head and knelt on one knee:

"Your subject... dare not..."

Looking at the kneeling baron, Charlotte sighed, relaxed his power of dignity a little, and said:

"I have my own considerations about the future of the territory, don't worry... I will not put my vassals and people in crisis."

"Lord Sharon, if you have nothing to do, please leave."

Charlotte issued an order to expel him.

Baron Sharon opened his mouth and finally sighed:

"Your subject...I'll take my leave."

After saying that, he stood up, bowed and left.

Watching Baron Sharon's figure disappear from sight, Charlotte also dispersed her dignity.

Then, she also fell into deep thought.

The single vow cannot be broken, this is the principle and the foundation.

But the promise to donate land to the church can still be considered to be relaxed.

She really can't push the royal family and lower nobles too hard.

She still has to control the territory, and relying on the support of the church will not allow her to truly gain the loyalty of the nobles.

Not to mention, she doesn't really want the church to reach out to her territory.

Everything has two sides. Leaning to the church will indeed gain the church's support, but if you continue to rely on the oath of donating land to the church to gain support, you will inevitably usher in the church's infiltration and interference in the territory, and eventually become a puppet of the church.

Charlotte has never said too much, she believes that Baron Sharon is not a fool, if he goes back and thinks about it carefully, he should be able to figure out some things.

...

After exiting the hall, Baron Sharon felt a lot more relaxed.

It was not until he left the manor that he was completely free from the influence of the magic of majesty.

At this time, he found himself in a cold sweat and realized his own incompetence in the hall.

What a hell!

He, a first-level extraordinary knight of the Stars, was actually stunned by a 14 or 15-year-old girl!

Is it magic?

Or some kind of blood power?

He couldn't help but think.

Recalling the petite figure who had just scolded him in the manor, Baron Sharon suddenly had a new understanding of the future lord.

She...is no longer just a child.

She has her own ideas and opinions, and she also has the majesty of a lord.

He suddenly realized that the child who was once protected by the family would soon become an adult.

He didn't know whether this was a good thing or a bad thing, especially for the noble families in the current Earldom of Castells.

With complicated emotions, Baron Chalon returned to his small courtyard.

The gathering of friends in the other courtyard is still going on. These people are obviously waiting for his return so that they can inquire about the Castel Manor from him.

"Lord Sharon, have you finished giving your advice to Miss Charlotte?"

one businessman asked.

"Yes, the speech is over."

Baron Chalon sighed.

"How is the result?"

Another person also asked quickly.

"There is no result, Lady Charlotte is very determined."

Baron Chalon shook his head.

"It seems... Miss Charlotte's faith is really as fanatical and firm as the rumors say... The church will have a new leader in the future."

One person sighed.

Another person shook his head slightly, sneered and complained:

"After all, she is still a child, and she is impulsive and reckless. When she returns to the territory, she may not be able to bear the opposition of the noble gentlemen..."

But after saying this, he realized something was wrong and quickly apologized to Baron Chalon and explained:

"Ah... Lord Sharon, I don't mean you."

Baron Sharon shook his head indifferently:

"You are right. If Lady Charlotte really wants to donate land to the church, our family will definitely object."

"Objection? But...the church is standing behind them. With all due respect, even if Lord Sharon doesn't want to, there is nothing you can do."

Someone shook his head and said.

However, someone soon rebutted:

"This is not certain. The church has not signed a contract with Castel. It is not certain whether it will support her when the time comes. Maybe... In the end, she was sold by the church, and she has to count Quintana for the church!"

"Who knows! It's not like there aren't other counts around the Earl of Castells, there are even dukes!"

"I can only say that he is too young. He is still a child, a beautiful vase and a beautiful canary."

The guests in the courtyard were talking a lot, commenting on Castel's new owner.

Baron Chalon hesitated to speak.

Thinking back to the girl he saw in the hall, he didn't think she was as bad as everyone said.

But soon, he was slightly startled:

"Wait...what are you talking about? Lady Charlotte hasn't signed a contract with the church yet?"

"Yes, the contract has not been signed, and the high priest has not taken this step yet. After all, the legal boundaries of the contract for minors are rather blurred. The high priest may be waiting for her to reach adulthood."

said the guest.

Baron Sharon's heart suddenly moved slightly, and his face looked thoughtful.

The second update will take about a little more