Chapter 229: Please Support on Kofi!

Chapter 229: Please Support on Kofi!

TL: Etude

During this period, Marltz Kents mood had grown increasingly irritable.

Logically speaking, the course of events hadnt strayed from his plan, except for the minor incident of Henry Ferdinands escape.

This should have been insignificant. As a prisoner ordered for confinement by Duke Ferdinand himself, Henrys life, post-escape, was destined to be one of exile. His family had been arrested, and his lands and properties confiscated.

But one question lingered: How did he escape?

This unresolved issue seemed to portend an ominous future, becoming a thorn in Marltz Kents mind.

Just as he feared, two weeks after Henrys escape, whispers reached the Count of Kent rumors of a secret coalition of lords conspiring against him.

Naturally suspicious, Kent immediately dispatched spies to investigate. The situation soon became clear: a contemptible and shameful conspiracy was brewing, instigated by Count Price Parker, an enemy in the shadows.

Foolish old man! Kent roared, kicking over a table in rage, startling his servants into a frightened kneel.

Pacing his room, Kent contemplated his next move. Initially, he wanted to summon his troops and capture these traitors, but upon reflection, he decided against it.

First, he needed to distinguish friend from foe.

Now serving as the Dukes successor in Center, on behalf of Duke Ferdinand, Kent swiftly penned letters to various lords, inviting them to Center to discuss a crucial matter whether to continue supporting the royal family in quelling the rebellion.

Only about half of the lords attended the meeting in person; others either excused themselves or sent representatives.

Notably absent was the confirmed conspirator, Count Price Parker, and the troublesome young Grayman.ReAd latest chapters at novelhall.com Only

Nearly a month had passed since Price Parkers meeting, yet no battle had ensued.

Rumors flew thick and fast. Somehow, Marltz Kents misdeeds were leaked, as were the lords conspiracies against the Parker family.

Naturally, this news reached Marltz Kent, who also began organizing his forces.

Now, it was common knowledge that two powerful factions in Northwest Bay were eager to eliminate each other.

The sense of secrecy in this era is appalling! I had hoped to surprise them with a prepared attack, Paul lamented in a staff meeting, stressing the importance of maintaining secrecy.

Both sides were slow to assemble their forces. Paul considered using his standing army to swiftly attack Emden to the south, but abandoned the idea due to opposition from his officers.

If the enemy had already amassed a stronger force and his allies couldnt provide sufficient support for Alda, it would spell disaster. It was better not to be the first to strike.

So, Lakeheart Town used this quiet before the storm to strengthen itself. Both the regular army and militia intensified their training, leaving the soldiers too exhausted for anything but sleep.

Under the Administration Councils direction, the southernmost villages began moving northward to avoid Kent family raids.

Port Frans shipyards worked overtime building merchant ships suitable for transport. If land trade routes were cut off in the war, sea trade would be vital for Alda and Baylding, both heavily reliant on foreign trade.

The iron mills in the valley also expanded. With the outbreak of war, the demand for iron would skyrocket. Paul planned to sell iron at low prices as a favor, simultaneously strengthening his voice within the alliance.

The sword was drawn, ready to strike the enemy.

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