Chapter 753: Crowning the Emperor
“Hudson, I’m afraid not!
Franz is a child, how can he cope with such a big scene? You'd better go there yourself to avoid causing trouble. "
Melissa objected hastily.
She had no objection to raising a son, but it was too much to let the eldest son, a teenager, attend the coronation ceremony on behalf of the Koslow family.
Faced with old foxes from all over the kingdom, they all had to help them count their money, presumably after being sold.
"Don't worry, Franz will not have any problems during his trip to the royal capital. Even if he makes a small mistake, everyone will tolerate him.
The war is over, and all the major factions in the kingdom want me to retire. How could I cause trouble?
Anyone who dares to provoke me out of seclusion will be a public enemy of the kingdom.
The problems we are encountering at home now do not require me to take action, there are people who can help solve them. "
Hudson said confidently.
The principle of "the bird is gone and the bow is hidden" is applicable everywhere. After the war, the marshal retired to his countryside, which was the best choice for all parties.
The rituals and music of the kingdom have not yet collapsed, and the morals of the nobles have not fallen. Everyone is used to handling problems according to the rules.
If you look at the battles in the court, you will know that for more than ten years after Caesar IV took the throne, the political struggle was so fierce that the king was sidelined, and not a single minister was killed. It was because of the protection of rules.
Compared to the bottomless political struggle, Hudson still prefers this kind of rules-based play - worry-free!
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The news spread that the kingdom was about to become an empire, and the whole continent became excited.
When the Frankish Kingdom turned into an empire, it immediately fell into the spotlight and was beaten up by everyone.
If it weren't for the invasion of the inner earth races and the Franks making timely compromises, it would never have been so easy to get through.
The first reaction of those in power in various countries was: How dare the Alpha people?
After calming down, everyone suddenly realized that although the Alpha Empire seemed to be established, there was really nothing they could do.
Armed intervention is simply too difficult.
No matter how much the younger brother in the Five Nations Alliance separated from his boss, the alliance was still maintained.
The four countries, which had suffered heavy losses, still needed the tiger skins of the Alpha people to deter internal and external enemies.
The fact that the continental war is over does not mean that local conflicts no longer exist.
Armistice treaties only restrict large-scale wars. No one can take care of the little conflict between people 180 and 180.
Although the newly established Seven Prairie Kingdoms have the support of the countries in the Southern Continent, they are currently just an empty frame.
If they want to intervene with arms, then the countries in the Southern Continent will need to mobilize troops from their hometowns and conduct an epic expedition.
I don’t know whether we can win or not. Anyway, sending millions of troops out will consume enough financial and material resources to bring down any country.
Whether or not to risk the fate of the country for the sake of an imperial title requires careful consideration.
Lutetia.
"Where did the Alpha people's imperial rule come from?"
Charles III asked with concern.
The biggest difference between a kingdom and an empire is not the overall national strength, but the legal system.
Every empire in human history has its own legal system.
If this problem is not resolved, even if the empire is announced, it will not be recognized by the outside world.
"Your Majesty, judging from the intelligence collected, they are not preparing for the legal system of any empire in human history, but are preparing to use the crown stolen from the empire!"
Marquis Jesus, Minister of Foreign Affairs, replied immediately.
Frankly speaking, using a crown stolen from the Orc Empire is a bit childish.
However, this is also the least controversial legal system.
The legal system of the Human Empire, no matter which dynasty it is inherited from, is still highly controversial.
A large group of heirs may jump out at any time and compete with the Alpha Kingdom for legal authority.
The only difference is the Orc Empire Crown. This thing does not belong to the human world, and no one can participate in the fight for it.
To destroy the orc empire by force and seize the orc crown by force is really in line with the appetite of the younger generation.
"Cheap Caesar IV!"
Charles III said angrily.
It makes me depressed when I think about it. When I proclaimed myself emperor, many countries sent troops to attack him. If he hadn't withstood the pressure, he would have almost become a laughing stock in the mainland.
Now that Caesar IV is about to proclaim himself emperor, other than a few words of verbal condemnation from various countries, there is not even a crusade against him.
At least as of now, no country has invited them to send troops to conquer the Alpha Kingdom.
“Your Majesty, the establishment of the Alpha Empire is also a good thing for the entire human race.
With them supporting the Northern Continent, we don’t have to be distracted.
As small countries continue to disappear, the era of great annexations has arrived, and the empire has more important things to complete. "
After the Minister of Military Affairs, Earl Phils, finished speaking, everyone immediately understood.
If you want to increase the strength of the empire in a short period of time, the best way is to annex human countries.
Even if you can succeed in conquering alien races, it is still a long process to gain benefits.
"Earl, the impact of this matter is of great significance. If you are not careful, you will be criticized by the public. We should not end it too early.
It is best to encourage other countries to take action first, and then it is not too late to get involved after the rules are broken!
The Alpha people are a good chess piece, and the Seven Prairie Kingdoms have been put on their lips.
Even if the upper echelons can restrain their desires, the small and medium-sized nobles below will not be able to resist taking action.
After making this bad start, their reputation within the human world will be ruined, and other countries will be wary of them.
We pushed from behind the scenes, and the Five-Nation Alliance fell apart in an instant.
If conditions permit, the other four countries can also be encouraged to form an alliance and join forces to fight against the Alphas. "
Prime Minister Duke Bergson said with a smile.
The Seven Prairie Kingdoms were able to recover because of the great efforts of the Frank Empire.
Without their leadership, a group of homeless dogs would not be able to enter the alliance's sight.
The outside world thought that they did this to curb the development of the Alpha people, but no one thought that this was actually a bait sent out.
In fact, they initially thought about laying a few nails in the grassland, but after in-depth research, they found that this was not advisable.
The wealth of the seven grassland countries is almost zero, and the personal abilities of those in power are not top-notch.
The probability of being able to support it was too low, and the amount of manpower and financial resources needed to be invested was a terrifying amount. After weighing the pros and cons, everyone gave up decisively.
“Not only the Alpha people, but also the ambitious people in other countries are the partners we need.
If they don't jump out to disrupt the situation and weaken the authority of the Human Alliance, we won't be able to move freely at all! "
Charles III added calmly.
Ambition comes from strength!
The Frankish Empire has developed so far that it is not far from the upper limit bottleneck.
On the premise that it is impossible to attack foreign races, if you want to go further, you must either make a breakthrough in productivity or annex within the human world.
Doing this now is an invasion by a foreign enemy.
After a few decades, it will become a great and sacred cause to unify the human race.
From the day the empire was founded, the Frankish Empire was destined to embark on the path of external expansion.
When they were forced to give up the crown's legal authority over other regions, it deeply hurt the heart of every Frank.
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Similar scenes continue to be staged across the mainland.
Compared with the countries in the Southern Continent, the three countries in the Central Continent and the Principality of Moxi are obviously more panicked.
My family is being beaten outside, but my boss is making great progress all the way. I am sure he will be envious and jealous.
The disparity in strength allowed them to keep their dissatisfaction in their hearts for the time being.
Royal Palace of Pest.
“The Alphas promised to support our promotion to a kingdom as long as we supported their establishment of an empire.
If you have any ideas, please tell us! "
George said solemnly.
Normally, he would be very happy if he could go further.
The current situation is obviously different. In addition to this plan, he was also invited to participate in the establishment of the Alpha Empire.
Caesar IV promised him that as long as he joined the Alpha Empire, he would immediately be crowned king of the Mossi Kingdom.
And they promise not to interfere in their internal affairs and only need to maintain nominal relations.
There is no doubt that after being a Grand Duke for so many years, George does not want to be dependent on others.
No matter how many promises are made now, no one can guarantee that they will be fulfilled in the future.
In contrast, continuing to maintain a high degree of independence is the most stable.
"Your Majesty, we have no power to refuse!
Alpha Man has even announced the time for his coronation, so he is obviously destined to win.
Whoever stands in the way at this time is their enemy.
The principality is seriously influenced by the Kingdom of Alpha, and the people cannot accept the two countries turning against each other. "
Count Karadzic persuaded him tactfully.
As Minister of Foreign Affairs, he is very familiar with the current international situation and knows what it means if the two countries turn against each other.
Don't use military means. Economic sanctions alone can turn them into an isolated island.
The economic losses may be barely restrained, but the political consequences are unpredictable.
"Karadzic said it right, we cannot fall out with the Alphas now.
What's more, on the issue of Caesar IV's proclaiming himself emperor, our position actually doesn't matter at all.
Alphas are going to do it, objections or not, and no one has been able to stop it yet.
Instead of making useless objections, it is better to take the opportunity to return the favor. "
Prime Minister Marquis Conrad's tone was a little heavy, and it was obvious that he was not satisfied with the result.
No matter how good the alliance is, it cannot withstand the erosion of interests.
The two countries were once models of allies, but now, the strength of the Alphas has posed a serious threat to the security of the Principality of Moxi.
The good relations between the two countries now do not mean that the relations between the two countries will continue to be friendly in the future.
Often all it takes is a change of government, or in other words, a change of monarch, and the foreign stance may change.
Too many things that deceive allies have happened in human history.
“Since you all think so, Prime Minister, I would like to trouble you to go to the Kingdom of Alpha on my behalf to attend the coronation ceremony of Caesar IV.
If something unexpected happens, politically we will still support the Alpha people, but only politically! "
George said with emphasis.
Deep down, he longed for someone to go over and mess up the coronation ceremony.
Everyone is so keen on becoming an emperor. Naturally, the increase from king to emperor will not only be a title, but also be accompanied by a series of political benefits.
Originally, the Alpha Kingdom was a giant, but after taking a step further, the gap between the two sides became even greater.
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Time passed day by day, and under the witness of many guests, the coronation ceremony kicked off in the Emerald Palace.
All the nobles of the kingdom who participated in the ceremony smiled.
When a king becomes an emperor, not only will Caesar IV make progress, but many people below will also be canonized.
When someone is proud, someone is frustrated.
Alpha I, who was supposed to be a witness, quietly left the venue and vented alone in a dense forest.
If nothing unexpected happens, from now on, the distance between him and the throne will become farther.
He knew it was useless, and he couldn't even come out to oppose.
It was not only Caesar IV who wanted to establish the Alpha Empire, but also countless nobles in the kingdom.
Even if there were no substantial benefits, the gold content of the imperial nobles was higher than that of the kingdom.
"Who are you and why are you here?"
Looking at the phantom weirdo who suddenly appeared in front of him, Alpha I asked vigilantly.
This is the inner courtyard of the palace. Being able to appear quietly in front of him, his strength must not be weak.
"Your Majesty, there is no need to be so nervous. This is just an illusory clone and it can't threaten your safety.
I came here to help you ascend the throne."
The explanation of the phantom weirdo not only did not make Alpha I relax, but made him more cautious.
"Stop playing tricks here. If I want to ascend the throne, it won't be that useless junior who appears at the coronation ceremony today!"
Alpha I doesn't want to expose the truth.
As a founding monarch, it is a very shameful thing that he can't beat his juniors in political means, so he naturally can't spread it everywhere.
"Your Majesty, please rest assured, I came here with sincerity.
Compared with you, the king who conquered the world, Caesar IV, who has lost power and relied on luck to get to where he is now, is not worth mentioning at all.
But it will be different after today. As an emperor who created an empire, your reputation will inevitably increase significantly.
By then, even if you want to participate in the competition, you will have no chance.
So it's better not to let him live too long!"
After the shadow finished speaking, Alpha I fell silent.
Watching others advance triumphantly, his own strength has been stagnant for hundreds of years. He didn't collapse because of his good mentality.
"What do you want to do?"
Alpha I asked instinctively.
As a monarch, Caesar IV has very strict security measures.
Especially after the assassination of Caesar III, the kingdom learned a lesson. Even ordinary nobles were not allowed to get close to the king.
"Normal assassinations definitely have no chance of success, but there are abnormal ones.
This is a soul with a blessing seal, from the kingdom of God. Once it is contaminated, it cannot be separated.
Just find a way to get this thing close to Caesar IV.
You don't need to worry about the follow-up."
After saying that, regardless of whether Alpha I agreed or not, he threw the scroll over, and then disappeared directly on the spot.
Looking at the extra scroll in his hand, Alpha I's inner world started a fierce struggle.
Regicide is a taboo in political struggles.
No matter who it is, as long as they get involved, there will be no good results.
After hesitating for a while, Alpha I silently put away the scroll. Obviously, he had made a decision.
Returning to the crowd again, he quietly watched Caesar IV, who was surrounded by people, complete the coronation under the attention of the crowd.
"Long live the Alpha Empire!"
"Long live the Alpha Empire!"
"Long live the Alpha Empire!"
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The cheers from the crowd again and again constantly stimulated Alpha I's nerves, and a voice in his heart kept telling him:
Mine, these should belong to me!
Amidst the laughter and joy, a new round of noble canonization also kicked off under the auspices of Caesar IV.
"Appoint Marshal Hudson as the Grand Duke of Xueyue!"
As the first person in the army, Hudson was the first to be canonized, and no one at the scene felt strange.
Most of the vast land of the Alpha Empire was conquered by him, and he deserved to be ranked first in the list of meritorious officials.
The only regret is that the protagonist was absent, and he could only be represented by Franz at the scene.
The ordinary nobles on the periphery felt sorry, but Caesar IV, as the emperor, was very happy.
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