Prince Malthus became the focus of the party as soon as he appeared.
Many people from the upper class took the initiative to say hello and bowed softly to say hello.
All of a sudden, she stole Mrs. Belle's limelight.
Mrs. Bailey didn't seem to care about this, silently walked aside, and talked alone with several noble ladies who were enjoying themselves.
"Mrs. Belle, are you here? I didn't have time to attend the last party. I'm so sorry!"
"It's okay, it's okay." Mrs. Belle chuckled and shook her head, waving her hand gently.
"Are you free recently? I'm going to hold a party just after I come back, and I'll make an apology to you then..."
The noble lady wearing a light green lace dress said softly with a smile.
On the other side of the side hall, Prince Malthus nodded in response to everyone's enthusiastic greetings. With a gentle smile on his face, he had a joyful chat with nobles and business tycoons.
"Prince Malthus, long time no see, I am..."
"Hello, Prince Malthus, I have wanted to meet you for a long time. I am a Sith from the Vanstana Group in the North..."
"Hello, Prince Malthus, I am..."
This prince has always been known for his humility, kindness, and gentle behavior. He has a good reputation in the imperial capital. He often goes to almshouses and civilian areas to distribute charity and food. He is loved by many civilians and is known as the most kind-hearted.
of prince.
In the Salom Empire, due to the operating model of a republic and a dictatorship, the king is above everything and has a veto power, but many things are still carried out by the two consuls, plus the Senate and the tribunes.
, so the trust and support of the people are the key to whether you can become an upper-class figure in the empire.
The Senate is the representative of the aristocratic class and the implementation and embodiment of the interests of the aristocracy. The lifelong senators are a solid fortress of the aristocratic power of the empire. They are in charge of the operation of the treasury and all internal and external affairs. They number about a hundred people and are the representative of the entire empire.
center of power.
Tribunes are the product of popular reform and are selected from civilians and citizens. Since civilians do not have the right to vote or be elected, the vast majority of tribunes are also citizens. These people are qualified to participate in national policies and the revision of the constitution.
And advance, the power is comparable to that of ordinary nobles, and the number is roughly 50.
But many people know that most of these people were promoted by the nobles. Many citizens and civilians who served as tribunes had relatives in the nobles. They were even nobles who were down and out, but they lost their titles in their families.
Just inherit.
The so-called protection of the people is actually still a product of protecting the nobility.
In this deformed system, nobles and citizens control the number of votes, while ordinary civilians are not qualified to vote and can only passively accept it. Due to the large number of civilians, their voices are also considered to be the direction of the next reform.
Of course, the resistance to reform is huge.
Even this Malthusian prince cannot bear this pressure, this pressure from the aristocracy.
"Hello, nice to meet you."
Prince Malthus showed gentlemanly courtesy and treated everyone who came to visit equally and responded politely.
This made many nobles and wealthy businessmen feel better about His Highness the Prince.
These aristocratic and wealthy businessmen who took the initiative to chat did not actually have a high status. Nobles ranked themselves based on their titles and merits. The higher their titles and status, the greater the resources they could obtain. In addition to those with titles, wealthy businessmen
Rich businessmen, the rest are almost all citizens, and a small number are civilians.
But in fact, after being rich enough, they will find ways to get a title, or become a citizen and reach the second class.
The power of civilians is too low. After possessing wealth, it can be easily taken away by others. Only citizens and nobles can go further.
This is also the reason why these people come to the imperial capital at all costs.
As long as they can climb up to the great nobles of the empire, they will be able to rise to the top immediately. Even a title can be obtained through marriage, transactions and other means.
Baron is the lowest of all titles, but even a baron is a member of the aristocracy.
In the imperial capital, a baron is nothing, but once he returns to other places, his status as a nobleman is the object of flattery to countless people.
An only son like Hodge, who is destined to inherit the title of marquis, actually has a high status among the younger generation.
If Huo Qi is willing, he will clap his hands, and countless wealthy businessmen will risk their lives to give him away, hoping that their daughters and descendants can become Huo Qi's mistress, even if they have no status, it doesn't matter.
As long as they have this invisible identity, wealthy businessmen like them can naturally be superior to others.
After all, the Margrave of Bach was one of the only nine remaining marquises in the empire. He had a high status, owned a large area of fiefdom, soldiers, horses, and manors. He was also a rare civilian noble, a noble who had risen through the ranks based on his military exploits.
"Mrs. Belle, why didn't you see Marquis Bach and Master Hoch?" Mrs. Nia also saw Mrs. Belle. She was also a believer in the Holy Church and naturally came to participate in the celebration.
When Mrs. Bailey saw her and Bernard, the commander of the third regiment of the Royal Cavalry, the turmoil of the previous few days naturally came to mind. She was slightly startled, then gathered her thoughts and responded softly: "They are still on the way, and there is still some trouble at home.
Things are being handled.”
Hearing this, Mrs. Nia nodded slightly to express her understanding: "It should be."
Bernard, on the other hand, had a thoughtful expression, not knowing what he was thinking.
"Princess Leia also believes in the Holy Father, hasn't she arrived yet?" Mrs. Belle looked around and asked with some surprise.
On such occasions, people usually arrive early. After all, every Salom person has his or her own beliefs. Unless there is something important to do, almost everyone will come to such an important celebration to pray for good luck.
Hope to be blessed by the gods.
"I don't know either. Princess Leia has rarely appeared since the last incident. She may have been frightened." Mrs. Nia explained with a somewhat complicated expression.
What happened last time was also a shock to her.
Even if the Dickens family is really wiped out, in this case, the fate of their family can be imagined.
Because of this, her husband Bernard was willing to take action and follow Hodge's instructions and arrangements to deal with the enemy.
Because after knowing the truth, she knew that her family and the Dickens family were grasshoppers standing on the same line.
When one is prosperous, both are prosperous; when one is lost, both are harmed.
"Is that so?" Mrs. Belle frowned slightly, obviously she didn't quite believe what Mrs. Nia said.
Although Her Royal Highness is a woman, her behavior is grand, profound, and insightful. She is by no means a canary in a cage. Although she does not know her rank, it is obvious that she is definitely an extraordinary person.
As an extraordinary person, having experienced the baptism of magic potion, he will never lose this bit of courage.
Princess Leia's sudden disappearance made Mrs. Belle feel a little upset. Thinking of Hodge and Marquis Bach's sudden request to reduce the number of people to go, before leaving, the two of them went to the underground secret room together. Mrs. Belle suddenly felt...
Some bad premonitions.
Could something go wrong with the Easter celebrations at the Cathedral of Senriches?
This absurd idea disappeared in a flash.
Mrs. Belle quickly shook her head, not daring to continue thinking.
If something happens to the Holy Church's Cathedral of Senligaers, then few places in the entire empire will be safe...