525 Chapter 58: The Use of Force

The day after Raul left the city.

From the castle to the Duke of Pastore and his son, Barnabas.

And Marcel disappeared.

”Even though I tried to make Julio a matching horse... it's a quick move.”

"Your Majesty will read it as well."

"I didn't read it. I just didn't think it would be easy for me to do that."

I was walking down the corridor of the castle while I was talking to Lars.

It's the Throne Room that we're aiming for.

There's the prince and Julio.

We have to discuss future measures.

“If you'll excuse me, I don't want to say hello because of the emergency.”

"Of course. What do you think their actions mean, Your Highness?"

You must have joined the soldiers of the realm.

The prince sitting on the throne frowned.

Because it means civil unrest.

"Why did you suddenly choose to use force as a last resort...?"

"It's because I took on the role of Prince Julio."

"I just took on the responsibility...?" You haven't developed into a power struggle yet? "

I nod to the Lord's words. [M]

I can't think of anything else.

They saw signs of a counter-offensive and decided to crush it.

To give us no time to find our chance.

"It must have been Ambassador Marcel who took the lead... but I can't believe it's moving so fast..."

“There have been two or so recent instances of the Empire being hit back because it didn't quickly crush an emerging faction.”

"You're afraid that Giulio will be like Prince Leonardo..."

“Worse, the situation is different between the Empire and the Principality.The Empire was a triple. So there was also a gap to put in.But in the Duchy, there was one.If you move quickly, there is no way to do it. "

The strength to defend the city is about a thousand.

On the other hand, Duke Pastore is said to be able to mobilize at least 3,000 or more.

The reason for this is that most of the aristocrats on the road to the capital will help the Duke of Pastoré.

“The armies on Rondine's border will not be able to move, nor will the nobles of the Empire, unless there is not much to do.”

Until recently, the Duchy of Albatro fought Lord Rondine.

The army is concentrated on the border with the Duchy of Rondine, and even now that it has formed an alliance, it continues to do so.

Such a system was established because the Empire showed no interest in the Duchy.

Great powers to the east and west, and clans to the north.The Empire had many enemies.I couldn't afford to interfere with the South.

That's why I was able to focus most of my army on Rondine.And because it was a country that its neighbors were aggressively attacking, the country was united.

Therefore, even if the city's defenses were thin, it was not a problem.

But the threat has faded.

"As it stands, there is only one solution if we stay in the capital and confront it."We need the help of the Duchy Navy. "

The Navy is a figurine of the Duchy of Albatross.

Many of the elite are assigned to the Navy.

That was all that mattered to the Duchy of Albatross.

It is not by land but by sea that the country is supported.

If we cannot guarantee its security, the Duchy of Albatro will soon collapse.

That's why the Duchy of Albatro was focusing on the navy.

The fact that the Duke of Rondine sometimes attacked by sea is one of the factors.

With the help of the Navy, we can push them back.

But...

"The top admiral of the Navy is a princely admiral.No... the Navy itself should be a kingdom.The veteran captains who support the Navy are the ones who once supported the Kingdom with their lives.They and the kingdom are comrades.The bonds that are there cannot be broken. "

"That said, I have no other choice."Let's just meet. ”

"... I'll make arrangements, but if I fail, I need you to escape the city with Julio." I'll stay. "

"...... If you're ready, I won't stop you."But you'll be taken hostage, won't you? "

"However, it could also be used as an excuse."If you want to help the king, you can gather soldiers. "

"... I understand."

Feel the prince's readiness, and I will bow.

It is only dangerous to fall into the hands of the enemy.

But if you turn the city over to your enemies, they will do whatever they want.

It would be a wise decision.

"Your Majesty, the maids told me that Princess Eva was sick and could not meet her."I don't have time, so I'll be frank, but where did you go? "

"Eva...... headed for Rondine. On your own, don't do it."

"I see. Did you decide that you needed Rondine's help?"That's true, but.... "

I didn't expect to go to the king without permission.

From the time we met, I thought you were a very capable girl, but it was more than I could imagine.

"Now, let's leave Princess Eva to Fine."I'm sure Finne will take care of it properly. ”

Without interference from the Kingdom.

While adding it to my heart, I turned my heels back.

We don't have much time.

The opponents were clapping their hands one after the other.

Escape routes may be blocked while you're at it.

Well then, let's go, Julio.

"Yes... father, please be safe"

"Never mind. Go."

That's the only parting.

The weak don't even have time for sentimentality.

■■■

Admiral.

That's the top position in the Duchy Navy.

From generation to generation, you will be chosen from among those who have experienced the Captain.

Someone who knows the scene.

The Admiral hasn't come yet!?

"I'm sorry." The Admiral is busy. "

The Admiral kept us waiting, even though Julio and I were visiting.

The intention was clear.

It would be a waste of time.

If you're going to stay neutral, you're still clearly with the Duke of Pastore.

Murmuring, I take my seat.

The whole Navy isn't the Duke of Pastoré.

But if the Admiral is there, we can't hope to help him.

"I'm going home. Get out of there."

"I'm sorry." The Admiral will be here soon, so.... "

The Admiral's men are holding me back.

At that moment, the restrained Lars captured his men.

"What are you doing!?"

"This is my line."

When the door was opened, several soldiers were silenced by Nelve Ritter.

"Did they tell you not to get us out of here?"

"W-Well, that's..."

"Everything is an order. Let's save your life."But give me a message. To the Admiral and the captains. "

"So, is this a message...?"

"Oh, it's easy. If the Kingdom is a comrade in war, what is my brother?"Tell them that. I have a lot of elite around me.If I don't know, I'll take your life. Do you understand? "

The soldier pulls out the knife he had and puts it next to his face.

The soldier nodded again and again as his body trembled with fear.

This will be passed on properly.

Captain Lars, let's get out of here.

Haha

I didn't expect to escape from the capital of the Duchy with my son.

You will do well, Ambassador Marcel.