Nicholas, the contemporary emperor of the Bajas Empire, heard that the Imperial Guards were in rebellion and attacking the palace. He couldn't believe it for a moment, but after being stunned for a while, he quickly calmed down and began to think and analyze the reasons.
Even his eldest son was corrupted by the "Blood Chain God Order". There were remnants of the Praetorian Guards or those who could influence the Praetorian Guards. They took advantage of the empire to send troops to attack its base camp, and part of the army was held back by the undead unrest in the north.
It is not strange for him to be in trouble when the time comes. Now both the empire and his life are facing an extremely severe test.
There is also Alice from the Fairy Temple in the palace. For the powerful people in the empire, it is not strange to hire them as "private priests" for a long-term payment. However, because they are paid for a long time, the ranking will not be very high. To deal with
It's impossible that the Praetorian Guards might be equipped with cannons and chariots, and the dragoons might also join in the rebellion.
There is a secret passage in the palace, which only the royal family knows, but considering Karius's situation, if he uses it rashly, he may be completely trapped.
"Give it directly to the Imperial Intelligence Agency... no, give the order to Mr. Fluder and his people and ask him to use space magic to bring my wife and children to a safe place. It doesn't matter if you use a rougher method." Nikolai said.
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"Rougher?"
"Yes, to be more 'rough', maybe some unfaithful and unfilial guy is in there." Nicholas has great trust in Fluder, a man who has served many generations of emperors. If something goes wrong with him, then the empire will be in trouble.
I'm afraid we've fallen into a crisis situation that only God can solve.
He walked towards the palace hall, and when he saw guards along the way, he immediately gave orders to go and attack them.
At this time, he didn't dare to keep these people around as guards, as he was careful of being stabbed in the back.
He came to his throne and looked coldly at the gate where ministers and officials usually came in and out. If he couldn't catch up there, he would want to see which of the white-eyed wolves around him dared to rebel.
Soon after, the explosions decreased, the clash of swords and the screams of death increased, gradually grew closer, and soon disappeared, and he knew that the guards on his side had been dealt with.
"Didn't you catch up...?" He couldn't help but frown.
"Boom!" The door was knocked open, and a group of soldiers rushed in, guarding all the doors and windows, and searching the surrounding rooms.
A figure who looked like Nicholas in his youth walked in surrounded by soldiers.
Nicholas' eyes trembled slightly: "Karius, it's you again?!"
"That's right, Father, it's me again."
"How did you get out of confinement!"
"My dear father, aren't you focusing all your energy on suppressing the war that is killing my comrades-in-arms? How could I, a person who you think has gone crazy and lost his position as crown prince, be bothered by you?" Kari
Us said with a mocking look.
Nicholas couldn't help but blame himself a little. Karius had shown enough talent, and being named the crown prince naturally gave him considerable expectations and training. Regardless of the royal family or the nobility, in addition to the necessary inheritance of the father's inheritance, they must also let their own
Let some of the descendants become the fighting force of the empire. Unfortunately, among the remaining children, the only brother is not good at all talents, and the rest are all daughters. Karius had to bear two kinds of pressure.
Nicholas later learned that this double pressure made Karius think that what his father needed was not him, but his ability - he was just a needed prop. Although he considered repairing the relationship between the family, he did not have time to do so.
What happened was that he rejected the daughter of the Marquis de Gucimont at the engagement party, and then used this as an excuse to leave the country to do a mission to "shelter from the limelight". It was later found out that he had been brainwashed by the "Blood Chain God Group", and I'm afraid they had tricked him.
He thinks that he is just a tool that is needed - even if he becomes the emperor, he will be a tool that the Fairy Temple needs.
As the emperor, Nicholas himself understood that that was not the case. It is true that humans, who are inferior creatures in this world, must bow to the higher races, but that is all. What the goblins need is not this country, but faith.
Whatever the Rampads can give them, mankind can also develop and improve under their protection and enlightenment.
That's how relationships are.
Could it be said that human beings should be like the Dragon Kingdom a hundred years ago and fight the orcs to the death until the corpses are fed to the other party to be normal human beings? Not every human country is protected by the six great gods and treasures like the Theocratic State!
He blamed himself for his son not understanding these simple and easy-to-understand principles, but this rebellion was naturally unacceptable to him.
"Who gave you the courage? Take your people and leave immediately, and I can give you a lighter sentence! Also, you are all warriors of the Bajas Empire, the best and most loyal soldiers, why do you want to follow this traitor?
Let’s rebel together! If you continue to be loyal to me, I promise to forget the past.”
Just when Nicholas scolded his son and tried to instigate the rebels, another middle-aged man in luxurious clothes walked in with several guards, one of whom was carrying half of Alice's body that was dissipating.
"Duke Weinburgh! You, you, you, the one behind you is——"
Nikolai's eyes widened. One of them was the man in the black mask whose power was mentioned in the intelligence. He could almost fight 50-50 with Count Korn Fried. It seemed that it was impossible to expect Fluder's assistance.
I hope he can at least take away the innocent family members and the noble officials who are still on his side safely. The imperial capital may really fall, and only local forces can have a chance to regain their strength.
"Your Majesty, there is no need to waste your time trying to win them over and wait for reinforcements." Duke Weinburgu smiled slightly, basically confirming Nikolai's suspicion.
"I treat you well, why do you—"
Before he could finish his scolding, Karius said in a calm tone: "Father, you are old. The government affairs of the empire are already heavy. The recent turmoil in the country will crush your body. Abdicate and leave these to me."
Deal with it, and you can enjoy your old age. I will lead the empire on a new path that does not require looking at the monster's face."
"You are usurping the throne! I refuse!" Nicholas stood up with an angry look on his face and took a big step towards the prince and the duke.
The coercion unleashed by this step startled them.
"You think becoming the emperor is an easy thing, don't you? I was not the crown prince from the beginning. I also prepared and practiced to join the army and charge into battle at any time. Although I have been idle for decades, I haven't set back much!"
"Father, don't force me!"
"Are you forcing me or am I forcing you? You rebellious son, if you want to take away the throne, just step over my corpse!"
Karius, who had no intention of fighting and was careless, was slapped away by Nicholas who suddenly took offense. He rolled around on the ground several times in embarrassment and even vomited blood.