Chapter 1734: Chapter 117: Coup Redux 3
If a coup were that simple to succeed, the city’s flag would have changed long ago, and the current political situation wouldn’t be so stable.
Under the system of feudal division, apart from the chaos caused by cult organizations, the Continent of Aslante has not experienced large-scale peasant uprisings; all political forces are part of the Noble Consortium.
Even if a change occurs, it usually affects a certain territory or a few territories unexpectedly, and it’s rare to see someone directly targeting the King; coups have always been a noble privilege.
Filled with doubt, Hudson stepped into the grand hall. The ministers had already been waiting inside, and after greeting everyone, Caesar IV also appeared in the hall.
This order of appearance has been continued in the Alpha Kingdom for several years. Originally, during wartime, Hudson needed to rush back to command battles, leaving others to coordinate and wait, and over time, it evolved into a routine.
The only difference is that during wartime, Caesar IV would also wait in the hall, whereas now the King arrives last.
“The Falcon Kingdom has undergone a change, and Queen Marisol is seeking help from various countries. Just now, Frank’s Ambassador also came by; they hope the Kingdom can send thirty thousand troops to help Queen Marisol restore her kingdom.
If anyone has thoughts, speak directly!”
Caesar IV spoke with little enthusiasm.
The Conservative Faction holds power, limiting royal authority, reducing the need for the King in ordinary times, and making the role increasingly dull.
Of course, with the bad comes the good. Without much to worry about, the idle Caesar IV’s health improved greatly.
Over time, he gradually adapted to this state. Unable to outmaneuver these veteran politicians in political struggles, he decided to simply outlast them.
A Monarch does not fight for momentary pride.
Once he let go, everything improved significantly. Encountering troublesome matters, he simply left them to the ministers.
“Your Majesty, the Kingdom’s financial resources are limited. Sending thirty thousand troops on a distant expedition requires substantial funds, which the post-war Falcon Kingdom might find hard to bear.”
Duke Zuell, Minister of Finance, was the first to voice opposition.
The expense for just thirty thousand troops is something the Falcon Kingdom can surely handle, but this military action is bound to involve multiple countries; the combined total force gathered will be considerable.
With many armies gathered, a large profit from war is inevitable during the process of helping Queen Marisol restore her kingdom, likely leaving the Falcon Kingdom heavily exploited.
These are long-standing customs, which the Alpha Kingdom cannot prevent, but once the Kingdom Government sends troops, the expenses must be borne by the government.
It’s impossible to cover the military expenses through robbery; in such a “righteous” military action, once the Kingdom Government takes money, they cannot shake off the label of robbers.
As a major power, the Alpha Kingdom cares about its reputation.
“Marquis, funds for the military can be squeezed out. Queen Marisol invites, with the Frank Empire leading; all countries will dispatch troops, and the Kingdom cannot conveniently decline.
Historically, when the Orc Empire invaded the Kingdom, the Falcon Kingdom sent troops for support, and the instances of monetary and material supplies were even more numerous; surely, we can’t turn hostile and deny this?”
Minister of Military Affairs Richard responded with a smile.
Compared to refusing to deploy troops, there are too many valid reasons for the Kingdom to send troops. Debts of gratitude are the hardest to repay, recorded on the monarch during the era of kings.
Given the current situation, Queen Marisol is the last of the Purple Gold Flower Dynasty; if we don’t repay now, it will be even more difficult in the future.
Rushing to repay gratitude does not conform to human nature, yet it is a principle for contemporary nobles, visibly indisputable by anyone.
“Both of you, please be seated. Compared to the issue of sending troops, what truly requires vigilance is the coup in the Falcon Kingdom.
It can essentially be confirmed that this coup was not orchestrated by the three major clans.
It seems like a force popped out from a crack in the stone, launching this military coup; don’t you find that suspicious?”
Prime Minister Beckett said with concern.
This issue is likewise a concern for Hudson. Since when has the Continent harbored such a mighty hidden force?
To his knowledge, even the combined cult organizations across the entire continent lack the capacity to silently overthrow a regime.
If it weren’t for Queen Marisol’s good fortune, happening to be on vacation outside during the coup, it’s likely no one would have known about the Falcon Kingdom’s coup so quickly.