Chapter 652 - Duke Marison

All the nobles had ugly expressions as of now. They were called trash right in front of their face and not just that, it's someone from the younger generation!

However, no matter how irreconciled they were, how could they foolishly antagonize this young man right now? The duke was the prime example and warning that no one should dare question his authority.

This person could kill someone without batting an eye, and it seemed that he was very expert in it. They wanted to say something, but they were afraid of earning the ire of this young man. It was one thing if they were killed here, what would happen if he decided to go and exterminate their clans and family too?

Take note, Jin Rou came from the other world. What's the use of clans and the families here if they would just antagonize him? He'd rather make them face a total genocide.

"If anyone has still complains about me sitting on this throne, let's hear it." Jin Rou looked at everyone while they lowered more their gazes.

No one had voiced another complain. Even those who were brave enough a while ago was silenced, afraid that Jin Rou would the what they said to heart.

"Then I assume everyone approves of me sitting on this throne?" Jin Rou smirked. Of course, he knew that there were still people who didn't like this. But they were afraid of the consequences that's why they didn't dare to say a word. If they keep this going, Jin Rou might spare them and their respective families.

Everyone nodded upon hearing the question. They had to give the response Jin Rou was anticipating to avoid further complications. Each of them voiced compliments and sugary words to appear nice and humble in front of the new ruler. They were thinking of what they should do to get on the good book of the ruler.

"Alright, since everyone is now acting nice, let's proceed to the main agenda of this meeting." Jin Rou stood up and said, "I have heard that our empire will soon be under attack by empires and kingdoms. Can anyone tell me if this is true or not?"

No one immediately responded. After a few seconds, a middle aged man stood up and said, "Your Majesty, I am Duke Marison. I have a latest information regarding the rumor of attack."

"Oh? Let's hear it." Jin Rou smiled and spoke.

"I have confirmed that three empires have joined the fray to attack our Phoenix Empire. And judging by their pattern, they will attack soon." Duke Marison spoke with seriousness. This matter had a heavy gravity so he didn't dare to kid about it.

"When will be this soon?" Jin Rou asked.

"I am estimating that they will be attacking in a few days time, 3-10 days from now." Duke Marison and his Marison Family boasted the greatest intel in the empire. Thus, everyone believed the duke.

Their expressions suddenly turned for worse. This news was new to them and it was terrifying. Just think about it, three empires would be attacking them.

"Will their Universal Laws participate in this, too?" A noble couldn't help but ask. Although he already knew the answer, he was still holding for that glimme of hope.

"Yes. As a matter of fact, the three Universal Laws of their respective empires have initiated this." Duke Marison sighed. They were in a grave danger as of now and anytime soon, they would probably be devoured by external powers.

This was something that he didn't want to happen. He looked at Jin Rou and hoped that this lad would be able save their empire.

Jin Rou didn't speak for a moment before asking once again, "The kingdoms participanting, how many?"

"For the kingdoms, I have confirmed about 30 royal kingdoms participating for the attack. Ten each from the three empires. It looks like they have brought their best kingdoms in this endeavor." Duke Marison spoke with certainty. Everything he said was verified and contained all the truth.

"How about our kingdoms, how many show their support for us?" Jin Rou spoke calmly.

"Your Majesty, the kingdoms below are afraid of antagonizing the other empires and remain neutral." Duke Marison sighed in disappointment. He sent so many requests during this time and none of them answered positively.

"A bunch of ingrates." One noble couldn't help but curse under his breath, "They were nurtured and taken care of by our empire yet when a big catastrophe is coming, they decided to turn their backs on us?"

It was in a low tone but Jin Rou managed to hear it. He looked at the owner of the voice and smiled, "You who just said something, what is your name?"

The noble flinched from the unexpected call. Did His Majesty hear what he said? His back was sweating cold as his face turned pale. Everyone turned at him for a moment. Duke Marison looked at the noble and his eyes widened.

The noble stood up and tried to speak, "I..."

"Calm down. I won't kill or punish you." Jin Rou smiled, "I'm just asking what is your name."

"Your Majesty, I am Cal Marison of the Marison Family." Cal gritted his teeth and said his name.

Everyone was surprised. What was the young master of Marison Family doing here? Wasn't this a meeting for all important people of the empire?

Duke Marison was looking daggers at Cal. If looks could kill, Cal was paled several times already.

"I see. Another one from the Marison Family." Jin Rou didn't mind that this young man being here, "Tell me your thoughts about Duke Marison's report. I heard you call the other kingdoms ingrates?"

"Your Majesty, they are truly a bunch of ungrateful people. I have tried speaking with them a few days ago yet they all turned me down with all the same reason, they have no power to contend against the three empires." Cal said as he clenched his fists, "I remembered Ancestor Feng Lin visiting each of these kingdoms and helping them with their economic needs. If not for the ancestor, they won't even have the stable economy to have right now! Not just that..."

Cal recited everything he read in the records when Ancestor Feng visited the thousands of kingdoms.. It turned out he valued the kingdoms well too just like how he loved the empire.