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As soon as the palace banquet started, Franz felt something was wrong. The peaceful palace was actually filled with a chilling atmosphere.

"Who asked you to break in?"

"Are there any rules anymore?

"Get out!"

…

Seeing the guards entering the venue, all the nobles became furious. Some angry nobles even kicked people away on the spot.

The chaotic scene made Caesar IV even more angry. A well-planned coup cannot be ruined like this.

"quiet!"

"We just received a tip that an assassin has sneaked into the banquet. The palace guards are only tracking the assassin. Please be patient."

The Grand Duke of Newfoundland immediately jumped to the rescue.

Those who can come to the banquet are all powerful nobles in the empire. If all these people are offended, even if the coup succeeds, there will be nothing to do.

After a brief psychological struggle, Caesar IV, who regained the high ground rationally, also realized that something was wrong.

It seems that my coup was a little too rough and the place I chose was wrong.

No way, this is my first time doing this kind of work. There was no careful planning in advance and it was entirely a decision made out of anger.

Vaguely, Caesar IV also felt that something was not normal about him recently. He becomes impatient in doing things, extremely angry, and wants to get angry at the slightest trouble.

I found it useless, the evil fire in my heart was strong, and it was difficult for reason to suppress my emotions.

For this reason, he even asked someone to check it out. Unfortunately, everyone agreed that his bad temper was due to his lack of rest recently and that he should rest for a few more days.

The mystery box is still being investigated. Before finding a solution, the news that he was plotted must not be passed on.

He couldn't guarantee what those conservatives would do after the news was learned.

Rubber stamps are definitely good for young children.

There is a precedent in the Aslant continent for cases where powerful ministers kicked out the king and supported the prince to ascend to power.

With the "Assassin Tracking" as cover, the chaotic scene finally became quiet.

But the original plan was also broken. After experiencing the twists and turns just now, Caesar IV, whose reason had the upper hand, did not dare to take advantage of others in front of a large number of nobles.

It was just a simple excuse, and the result of the investigation was naturally nothing. As the palace guards withdrew, the venue resumed its hustle and bustle.

After just experiencing the little episode, the atmosphere could never recover. The nobles said nothing, but felt very uncomfortable in their hearts.

In this situation, the assassin could actually cause an own goal. If Caesar III had not been assassinated here, no one would have shown mercy.

…

"Your Majesty, has His Majesty's expression always been so expressive?"

Franz asked in surprise.

When the guards were searching for the assassin, Caesar IV's expression changed again and again, and sweat even broke out on his forehead. He was not at all calm as a monarch should be.

"Count Franz, I think you must have read it wrong. The emperor acted very calmly just now, with a smile on his face."

Grand Duke Madeleine opened her eyes and said nonsense.

Many people at the scene noticed the change in Caesar IV's expression.

It's just that everyone is a veteran in politics, and no one is stupid enough to jump out and expose it.

The only one who dares to give no face at all is a newbie like him.

If it were more serious, the charge of making false remarks about the monarch would be directly dismissed.

If someone catches someone who directly offends the emperor, his skin will be peeled off even if he doesn't die.

It's just that Franz who asked the question, for the sake of Hudson, no one could be serious with him, let alone inform him.

While speaking, Madeleine looked at Caesar IV a few times, obviously noticing something.

The little episode passed quickly, and the banquet that changed its flavor soon ended with all the nobles saying goodbye and leaving.

Early the next morning, while I was washing up, I saw Count Oran rushing over.

“Franz, things have changed!

After the banquet last night, His Majesty invited the six ministers to discuss matters urgently, but they stayed away all night.

Suspected to have been detained! "

It is a rule not to stay overnight in the palace.

Unless there is a war or a major accident occurs, it is rare for discussions to take place all night long.

Even if it is really necessary, there will be attendants going home to report that you are safe.

"Count, are you saying that there was a palace coup last night?"

Franz asked slightly nervously.

He just came to participate in the coronation ceremony, and his intensity suddenly reached the level of a coup, which was obviously beyond his ability.

"There's an 80% chance!

The search for assassins at yesterday's banquet was very abnormal in itself.

Since the assassination of Caesar III, all palace banquets have been prohibited from bringing entourage into the venue.

Those who are qualified to participate in the meeting are, at worst, middle-class nobles, and they are all familiar faces.

If a coup does occur, then it will be our turn to take sides.

The Holliser family has a limited role in the court and will not receive much attention, but your Koslow family is different.

Your father's influence in the military is very large, and his position can influence the development of the situation to a certain extent.

At times like this, you can’t express your opinions randomly! "

Count Oran ordered.

On the one hand, he is concerned about his grandson, but he is also afraid that his family will be passively involved in the crisis.

With Hudson in the Koslow family, even if they end up on the wrong team, they still have enough room for error.

The Holliser family is different. Although they have returned to the ranks of the great nobles, their own strength is relatively lacking and they are at the bottom of the decision-making hierarchy.

If you blindly participate in political games, you won't be able to move forward if you win, and if you lose, you will be instantly knocked back to your original shape.

"Don't worry, Count. I'll pack up my things and go back to the territory now. Let them make trouble later!

I think you should finish your affairs quickly and leave this land of right and wrong as soon as possible! "

Franz's assurance shocked Count Oran.

He ran away when he saw something was wrong, not even bothering to wait and see the situation. This cautious attitude really made him not know what to say.

"Oh well!"

After hesitating for a while, Earl Oran agreed.

It is better to be cautious than to mess around. Once your status reaches a certain level, you will not die unless you seek death.

…

Emerald Palace.

"Is this the evidence you collected?"

Caesar IV shouted angrily.

I thought that by detaining people and directly declaring their crimes, the coup could be completed.

As a result, after a war of words between the two sides, Caesar IV was disgraced.

In a joint-stock country, although the emperor has the right to remove ministers, he must follow the rules.

The evidence in their hands was actually deliberately released, just waiting for them to jump into the pit.

The final result was that no one was charged with the crime, and the emperor Caesar IV was covered in mud.

"Your Majesty, the enemy is obviously prepared in advance.

It's not too late to stop before things get too big! "

The Grand Opening of Newfoundland persuaded.

He originally opposed the coup.

A similar operation had already been performed by Caesar IV back then, and he himself was ousted in this way.

It's just that the major factions in the court were checking and balancing each other at that time, so they did not escalate to the level of a coup, but directly launched an attack in the court.

With lessons learned from past mistakes, everyone will definitely take precautions in advance.

The cautious conservative bureaucrats deliberately released some special incriminating evidence and went fishing.

"Grand Duke of Newfoundland, there is no turning back when you start doing this kind of thing.

Now that the two sides have broken face, it is impossible to go back to the past.

When the enemy launches a counterattack, not only will we be unlucky, but His Majesty's throne may not be protected either.

We cannot pin our fate on the kindness of our enemies! "

Marquis James immediately objected.

The six ministers now are not the six ministers before.

Each of them is the head of a large family in the empire, and their influence extends from the court to the local areas, spreading to every corner of the empire.

Instead of directly raising the butcher's knife, they chose to force the six people to resign. In fact, they were afraid of the power behind them.

A little carelessness can trigger a civil war in the empire.

When dealing with problems, you have to be cautious.

“The Marquis is right, we have no retreat now.

All coups since ancient times have not been stopped halfway.

Either succeed or fail, there is no third option.

The news was released directly to the outside world, saying that they were suspected of being involved in the regicide case and were under investigation.

Send people to collect other evidence quickly.

I don’t believe that the conservatives have been in power for so long without major violations! "

Caesar IV said through gritted teeth.

Just say it directly: At the critical moment, you can frame someone.

In political struggles, similar operations have always been common.

…

At the other end of the palace, Justice Madeleine was enjoying flowers leisurely, as if the palace coup that had just happened had nothing to do with her.

“Your Highness, this is the list of nobles who participated in the coup, and where the six ministers were detained.

We have limited ability to access more information. "

As he spoke, the young guard handed over the list.

"Just continue to monitor, no action can be taken without my order!"

After glancing at the list, Grand Duke Madeleine sent away the guards.

"Brother, it's not that I don't want to save you, it's just that the curse of the God of Desire is too difficult to deal with!

Once you are infected, it is only a matter of time before you are lost in desire.

It’s just that your willpower is too weak!

If you persist a little longer and wait for your good minister to come over, you might be able to save him.

…”

While he was complaining secretly deep in his heart, he was also considering how to obtain the maximum political benefits from this coup.

After a short period of thinking, Grand Duke Madeleine quickly figured out the context.

Someone brought the curse of the God of Desire from the Kingdom of God, and then sent it to Caesar IV, and then the current tragedy happened.

There is currently no clue as to who brought out the Curse of the God of Desire, but there are not many people who have the opportunity to use this thing on Caesar IV.

The guards in the palace are not vegetarians. It is almost impossible for outsiders to come in and cause trouble.

To be able to do such a big thing, he must be in the palace and have a certain status.

After narrowing down the scope of suspicion, Grand Duke Madeleine began to investigate one by one, and soon focused her suspicion on Alpha I.

After a brief hesitation, he shook his head again.

It doesn't matter whether Alpha I did it or not. The key is that she needs Alpha I to step out and take power.

When the news of the Curse of Desire is exposed, Caesar IV, who caused trouble, will inevitably abdicate.

Only when he feels threatened, the little prince needs the support of his aunt.

While making the decision, Grand Duke Madeleine also looked in the direction of the six ministers who were imprisoned.

If you want to make a big thing and escalate the situation further, someone must die.

The six ministers who control the government must not be left.

With these guys around, the power of the empire is not for her, the Grand Duchess.

How to kill these guys is a test of skills.

It is not possible to create an accident. She is famous as the goddess of disaster, and the outside world can easily associate her with her.

It is unrealistic to expect the coup party to raise the butcher knife against the six people.

There has never been such a fierce internal struggle in the Alpha Empire. The previous series of political struggles have all adhered to the principle of no bloodshed.

Things that are beneficial to the ruling group, if there is a choice, normal people will not deliberately break them.

Assassin?

The confidants she cultivated generally have low positions in the palace guards, so they just inquire about the news.

It is impossible to put an assassin in.

Poisoning?

This is also a high-risk job.

The food that can be sent to the six ministers for their enjoyment will be strictly checked at every stage, from purchasing raw materials to cooking and delivering to their hands.

Arson?

The water magician will be able to put out the fire in an instant.

There are many silent ways to kill people, but now we have to use the most primitive means to leave clues at the scene.

For a while, Grand Duke Madeleine also felt a headache.

…

Alpha I, who was also entangled, was also cursing at this time.

When he first received the box from the mysterious man, he also felt threatened and thought it was a means to take Caesar IV away directly.

He never expected that Caesar IV could still be alive and kicking, except that his temper had become bad, there was almost no other change.

Alpha I was very suspicious that Caesar IV was possessed by evil spirits.

Especially the current mess, it is more to prove this day.

The destructive power that an emperor who deliberately sabotages can cause is absolutely amazing.

How to end this farce-like coup in front of him is a big problem.

If it is not handled properly, the conflict will escalate, which will cause great harm to the nascent empire.

But he can't do anything now!

Because of the previous incident, he was blacklisted by many nobles, and they didn't buy his account as the founding lord.

However, compared with Grand Duke Madeleine, Alpha I still has more power.

It is not easy to win over powerful nobles, but he still won over several nobles who are declining.

With the support of some small and medium nobles, he only needs a suitable opportunity to pull up a new political faction within the empire.

It seems that the results are remarkable, but this is the limit of what he can do.

As long as Caesar IV is alive, the group headed by him can't go any further.

For power, he violated his conscience.

However, if the bottom line is broken once, there will be a second time.

Reason tells him that he must find a way to get rid of Caesar IV as soon as possible.

"How is the contact with people?"

Alpha I asked with concern.

"Your Majesty, the palace is heavily guarded, and no one in the underground world will take orders!"

The middle-aged man replied in panic.

The work of regicide is really not something that ordinary people can participate in. Once involved, it is difficult to escape the fate of being silenced.

Not only was he not angry when no assassin organization took the order, but he was secretly relieved.

"Forget it, the plan is cancelled!

Change the target, put up a secret bid in the underground world, and offer a reward for the heads of the six ministers.

If nothing unexpected happens, it won't be long before the six of them leave the palace.

We provide the exact time and place, and ambush outside. Those guys will dare to take the order!"

Alpha I said sarcastically.

He has never taken a fancy to the assassin organizations that are not in the light.

If the time is not too short and there is no time to train powerful dead men, he will not let those guys participate.

Now the reward is actually just a cover, or it is used to take the blame.

It would be best if these organizations can succeed. If not, he still has backup means.

...

With the official news released, the atmosphere in the imperial capital, which was already panicking, became more and more tense.

The six ministers were involved in the regicide case, which was a fantasy for many people.

Knowing that they were targeting their own camp, the conservative officials who realized that the situation was not good began to connect.

On the one hand, they put pressure on the emperor in public opinion, and on the other hand, they won over various nobles, striving to take the initiative in the next political reshuffle.

The feudal nobles who did not want to get involved in these things chose to leave the capital, and some nobles who were unwilling to be lonely chose to stay and wait and see the situation.

With the efforts of the conservative nobles, the noble parliament, which had no sense of existence, also jumped out.