348: Chapter 24, Reinforcements = Confidence_2 348: Chapter 24, Reinforcements = Confidence_2 Given the changing of dynasties and shifts in power, councilor seats will also change hands.
The only constant is the total number of councilor seats.
It is legal for a single force to possess multiple seats as long as its strength corresponds.
After all, a councilor seat represents not only power but also responsibilities.
During the confrontation with different races, tasks are allocated based on the number of seats.
Generally, the major nobles of each kingdom, the Wizard’s Association, the Alchemy Association…
all have their own seats.
The influence of a country in the council can be inferred by counting the number of representatives from that country.
As the strongest human kingdom, the Frank Kingdom naturally has the second-highest number of seats, with the Clergy holding the most seats.
However, the gap between the two isn’t big, and given the Clergy’s awkward position within the Alliance, the Frank Kingdom actually has the most influential voice.
As the ruler of the kingdom, Charles III looked down proudly upon all others.
He had a reason to be arrogant, even the once prestigious Clergy, now couldn’t deny his power.
“Your Majesty, this is a proposal prepared by the Northern Eleven Countries.
They hope to receive our support.”
Taking the documents, Charles III showed no interest in reading them, and asked casually, “How is the situation in the North progressing?
“Has the alliance between the Alpha Kingdom, Warhammer Kingdom and Moxi Duchy still not lasted as long as the old Alpha Kingdom used to on their own?”
Having more allies to share the burden indeed makes life easier.
However, having more allies does not mean that the Alliance can last longer under the iron hoof of the Orc Army.
It seemed as though Charles III was asking, but in fact, he was mocking them subtly.
He disdained the fact that the Northern Three Kingdoms could still scheme against each other in a matter of life and death.
“Your Majesty, Moxi Duchy is currently the most vulnerable.
They severely underestimated the madness of the orcs and their preparations before the war were not adequate.
The fall of the most important fortress, Augustusburg, has put both Moxi Duchy and Warhammer Kingdom into a strategic passivity.
Moxi Duchy is barely holding on now.
Although several of their neighbors have promised to send reinforcements, none have arrived yet.”
In comparison, the performance of the Alpha Kingdom is much better.
Aside from the initial loss early in the war where they almost lost a whole provincial army, their overall performance has been quite good,” replied Hessus calmly.
After all, the crisis is the problem of other kingdoms.
The Frank Kingdom, deep in the western continent, does not feel threatened by the Orcs.
No matter how bad the situation gets, he firmly believes that the Frank Kingdom has the ability to turn the tide.
In the final analysis, now is the era of the human race, and the Orcs are just a minor problem.
Unless all different races rise up together, the human race can suppress the Orcs with one hand.”
“Last night, I received a letter personally written by Caesar III.
In the letter, he made a promise.
As long as we help promote the involvement of various countries and severely damage the orc empire in the war, they will persuade every kingdom in the north to join our plan to establish the new church.
What do you think?” asked Charles III, smiling.
Establishing a new church has been a plan he has been harboring for a long time.
However, being a matter of great importance, it has been disputed among human kingdoms.
The Frank Kingdom has made many attempts to draw in various countries to join us.
Unfortunately, everyone is not naive.
It’s true that the Clergy is detestable and everyone wouldn’t mind pushing them into the abyss if possible.
However, is a new church formed and led by the Frank Kingdom really a good thing?
The current Clergy is a rubber stamp, and as long as we ignore them, they will only disgust us occasionally.
An unknown new church, backed by the Frank Kingdom—who knows what will happen next?
People are always filled with fear towards the unknown.
Without enough supporters, Charles III’s plan had to be postponed.
He could only tarnish the Clergy’s reputation and slowly advance his plot.
Now the opportunity has arrived.
If the northern kingdoms support it, along with Frank’s own subordinates, the foundation for establishing a new church will be set.
If a few more countries are enticed to participate, then almost half of the human race in the continent would change.
Even if the Clergy wants to form a punitive army, the remaining kingdoms might just act nonchalantly.
After all, there are different races eyeing us from the outside, and no one dares to start a large-scale civil war.
“Your Majesty, Caesar III’s promise should be reliable.
The Alpha Kingdom has also long held grudges against the Clergy.
It’s not surprising for them to want to bring down the Clergy.
The only problem is whether they can fulfill their promise to persuade all kingdoms in the north to join us.
This is still unknown.
However, this is ultimately a good thing for the kingdom.
No matter the outcome, there’s no harm in trying,” replied Bergson, the Chancellor, with a cheerful response.
Even if they can’t win over the northern kingdoms, they can still pull in the Alpha Kingdom.
When it comes to confronting the Clergy, no one will refuse having more allies.
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The fluttering flag told the story of the hardships of a thousand-mile journey in the summer heat.
Having crossed the border, Hudson always felt a sense of loss and unease in his heart.
Fighting in a foreign land, one must always be on high alert.
Luckily, the gryphon cavalry brought by Crown Prince Caesar was effective in reconnaissance, giving Hudson some peace of mind.