Tome of Blood

Chapter 344 -194- End of Book

The war in the North was over, and peace was restored in Castel.

Of course, it will take time to settle everything completely, and whether it is rewards or punishments, it cannot be done in a short while.

However, this is not something Charlotte needs to worry about personally. She has handed over all these tasks to the newly formed earl's cabinet.

The new cabinet still refers to the old system of Castells, and Charlotte has only slightly improved it at most. Among them, the three most important positions: the Minister of Military Affairs, the Chief of Foreign Affairs, and the Chief of Finance are respectively headed by Viscount Romain Fore and Lieutenant General. Viscount En-Castel and Sebastian are in charge.

This is not a huge change from before, that is, the position of the Legris family was replaced by Sebastian, or more precisely, it was taken back by the Earl's Mansion.

It is worth mentioning that Nice was also thrown into the cabinet by Charlotte with the title of Magic Advisor.

A cat entered the cabinet, and it was ridiculous to spread the news, but... the nobles of the Northland did not object in the end.

the reason is simple.

One is that whether the nobles are willing or not, Charlotte's authority has been established in the territory following the two wars. She has already won the surrender of the vassals and has become a real lord.

Second, no one in the territory really regarded Niss as a black cat.

After all, how can there be a pet cat in this world who can design magic blueprints, make magic props, and have a deeper theoretical knowledge than the most prestigious magician in the Northland?

Some Northland mages are already guessing that the real body of the black cat in Earl's Mansion should be the alchemy incarnation of a well-known mage.

In addition to this, it is to select some outstanding nobles or heirs from some secondary families and emerging families to enter the Earl's Mansion and take up various positions.

From maids and servants to housekeepers and stewards, there are various positions.

This is also the main way for the noble lords of Myria to maintain the relationship between their vassals.

The rebellion was quelled, and only two of the three Viscount families remained. However, some knight families who made contributions took advantage of the situation and were destined to obtain the territory under Charlotte's promise and become the upstarts of the Northland.

Maybe Charlotte can't remember them all, but the cabinet will remember them, and with the help of the position of the Earl's Mansion and the subsequent marriages of various families, they will be naturally included in the aristocratic management system of the Northland.

On the whole, although some aristocratic families have risen with their military achievements, after the two wars, the aristocratic power in the North has shrunk significantly on the whole, while the strength of the lords has greatly strengthened.

Not to mention anything else, Charlotte has almost doubled the size of the direct territory alone. Although many of them are enclaves from the Legris family, it has also really strengthened her control over the territory. control.

In particular, the control of the Castel Silver Mine has basically been completely returned to the Earl's Mansion, and it is no longer possible for her to be taken away by the nobles like before she came to the territory.

After everything was over, Yurst did not continue to stay in Castel, but returned to the Fallen Star Kingdom as soon as possible.

Although he was curious about where the ancestor was, the Ness clan still had important matters to worry about, so he had no choice but to rush back under the repeated urging of Duke Yorok.

This made Niss heave a sigh of relief, and finally he didn't have to face the old man who knew his details.

Nice didn't disappoint Charlotte either. A few days later, he recorded the formula and inscription of Nicholas' magic array and presented it with both hands.

Charlotte's magical attainments are not very high, and she almost relies on the holy scriptures of blood.

But even so, she could tell that the mana array technology provided by Nice was far superior to the mana array technology of the Principality of Boulder or even the New Moon Kingdom.

"Hey, that's of course. What the New Moon Kingdom got is only something we studied hundreds of years ago, Lord Cat. How many years have passed. Although our strength has regressed, our theoretical knowledge has been improving. The version I gave you has been improved by me for countless times.”

In the study, Nisi pinched his waist in a humane way, proudly speaking.

Charlotte sat leisurely behind the desk.

Today, she changed into an aristocratic silk dress that is suitable for traveling. It is based on black, painted with complicated golden patterns and embroidered with the family emblem symbolizing the Castel family, making her look more noble and mature than usual.

I saw her sipping the sweet milk while browsing the drawings in her hand, and said with a smile:

"It's not bad, then the next step is to build our own extraordinary army in our territory. In terms of technology... there shouldn't be any problem in handing it over to you, right?"

Nice seems to have a pretty good use of the word "we".

He glanced triumphantly at Sebastian who was serving tea and milk, and raised his tail even higher:

"No problem, leave the technical aspects to us!"

"Speaking of it... I'm a little curious. Why are you so proficient in these extraordinary military formations? Could it be that you also wanted to form your own extraordinary army back then?"

"Ahem... Lord Charlotte, you were too young back then, so don't mention it, don't mention it..."

Nice scratched his head and said with some guilt.

Charlotte raised her eyebrows, but didn't ask further.

Although it is already known that Nicholas is the legendary mage Nicholas who was famous in the mainland hundreds of years ago, it is obvious that this guy still has a lot of secrets.

For example, he didn't talk about how he offended many churches back then, and how he became a cat.

Charlotte didn't bother.

In this world, who doesn't have any secrets? As long as there is no malice or deception or betrayal, she doesn't mind her followers having their own little secrets.

Thinking of this, Charlotte put down the drawing, and looked at Sebastian at the side again:

"Sebas, what's going on with Violet and Polder's follow-up?"

Sebastian saluted and replied respectfully:

"Master, the Principality of Violet is very fast. Their first batch of ransom has been fully delivered, and the relevant nobles have also been handed over and released. The second and third batches should also be in place next month."

"Where's Polder?"

"Polder's journey is relatively far away. The Mage Tower sent a message a few days ago, and their team is already on the way."

Charlotte nodded slightly:

"Well, before we leave, arrange the handover."

"Follow your orders."

"There are also horses from the Grand Duchy of the North..."

"Please don't worry about this. I have already arranged it. The racecourse is ready to receive it at any time. It depends on when the northern border will send it."

"good."

One by one, Charlotte worked out the work that needs to be arranged in advance with one person and one cat.

The central meeting of the royal capital is about to be held. This trip has been going back and forth, and I am afraid that she will not be able to return within a month or two. She must deal with the follow-up matters in advance.

And at this time, a guard knight knocked on the door of the study:

"My lord, Priest Lottie of the church is here."

Charlotte's heart moved slightly:

"Lottie? Ask her to come in."

The door was pushed open, and Priest Lottie in a white robe quickly entered.

She glanced at Sebastian and Nice beside Charlotte, then saluted the girl, and handed over a parchment:

"Lord Charlotte, there is news from the parish."

Charlotte took the parchment and browsed it carefully, raising her eyebrows slightly.

"Master, what's the matter?"

Sebastian asked curiously.

"It's nothing, it's an internal document of the church, so that the branch church of Castel can prepare for the reception in advance, and the investigation team of the New Moon Parish is coming down."

Charlotte said.

"Investigation team? Are you going to investigate the... um... change a few days ago?"

Sebas said, considering his words.

Charlotte nodded slightly:

"Well, the God's Bell is ringing, and it's the God's Bell in the parish. They have to send someone down to look."

After hearing the girl's words, several people couldn't help but glanced at her with inexplicable expressions.

This is said, as if the sound of the sedative bell has nothing to do with someone...

"Receive in advance, tsk... It seems that the identity of the priest who came down this time is not simple, and he even issued an internal document. Lord Charlotte, can I see who is coming?"

Nice asked curiously.

"Here, let's see."

Charlotte handed it over.

Nice took the parchment and glanced at it roughly, but after just one glance, his cat's eyes widened:

"Meow?! Meow! The presiding judge of the diocese?! There is also a cardinal?! This... this... full

Two legends? ! hell! There are only five legends in the New Moon Diocese, so here are two? ! "

"Are there only five legends in the New Moon Diocese?"

Charlotte was a little surprised.

"Five are already quite a few! Ah, no, no... that's not the point, the point is that it's the chief judge who came! Lord Charlotte, the chief judge of the New Moon Parish has a record of 'slaying gods' in the past! "

Nice screamed.

"Is it the revival of the old god in the city-state of Luna Coast 20 years ago? It's just a revived old god. As far as I know, the strength of that god hasn't even recovered to Blazing Sun."

Sebastian recalled the church classics he read when he was in Boulder, and said.

"But that's also God Slayer! Slaughtering God and exile are two different things!"

Nice said.

"Your Excellency Nice, don't worry so much. We have already prepared a disguise and notified the Blood Wolf tribe in advance to keep a low profile for the time being. The overall beliefs in the Northland are mixed. Even if the Church comes to investigate, everything will point to the Blood Demon Sect and those strange people. Weird religion."

"This is a blessing! I really appreciate the sacrifice ceremony of the Blood Demon Cult! However, Lord Charlotte, we have to set off quickly, and we must avoid the same route as the review team, so as to avoid your direct meeting with them The ghost knows if they will carry the artifacts blessed by the gods, and they will be able to detect the breath of the gods!"

After listening to Nice's words, Charlotte nodded slightly.

Strictly speaking, the church sent an investigation team, and the local lord would definitely welcome it.

However, who told the central meeting of the capital to also summon her.

The New Moon Kingdom has been fighting for the right to teach and the royal power for many years. As a noble lord, she can reasonably stagger with the other party on the grounds of attending the King's Capital Conference.

Besides, the investigation team is investigating the movement of the god-suppressing clock, and the movement was caused by the Blood Demon Cult. What does it have to do with her, a pious lord who believes in the holy royal court?

Thinking of this, Charlotte looked at Sebastian:

"Sebas, have you made all the preparations before departure?"

"Master, it's ready. The carriage, supplies, guards, and gifts are all ready."

"Very well, the time is almost up, we should also set off, inform Shirley, Reina, and Eudocia, and we will set off immediately."

After finishing speaking, Charlotte looked at Nice again:

"Nice, you won't follow me on this trip to the royal capital. Help me take care of my home and do a good job in the post-war ransom work. You are most familiar with the internal mechanism of the Holy Royal Court. You can stay in the territory to deal with the church jury. Review."

After hearing Charlotte's words, Niston suddenly had a bitter face:

"I... I'll try my best! I haven't dealt with the chief judge much, and to be honest... I'm a little scared."

Charlotte smiled:

"Be confident, Nice, you are a big shot in the church."

Nice: ...

"Okay, the time is almost up, let's stop here, start early, maybe we can leave the Northland tonight."

Charlotte looked at the time on the magic clock and said.

...

After explaining the matter in the territory, Charlotte left the Earl's Mansion.

Today's sunshine is very bright, Charlotte looked at the bright sunshine after a long time, and smiled slightly.

She didn't hold an umbrella.

After merging with the god statue, her physique also faintly changed. Although she is not immune to the weakening of the power of direct sunlight, she already has considerable resistance.

At least... short walks in the sun are no longer a problem.

Outside the Earl's Mansion, the Castel family's travel convoy has been prepared. It is mighty and mighty, with a total of twenty vehicles. In addition to the nobles, officials and waiters accompanying them, it is also loaded with a large amount of goods.

Especially Mithril, almost one-third of the twenty carriages were loaded with Mithril of different colors and various associated minerals.

During this trip, Charlotte will not only attend the central meeting of the kingdom, meet King Louis V, but also deal with many lords of the kingdom. Some of these goods will be used as gifts for relationship, while others will be traded. used goods.

There are not many opportunities for nobles from all over the world to gather in the capital. For Charlotte, this is also an opportunity for her to broaden the trading channels for Castel's extraordinary materials.

The convoy was surrounded by escorting armored knights, a total of 150 people, and Baron Sharon was still the commander.

Not far away, there were nobles and officials from the direct jurisdiction who came to see him off after hearing the news.

"Master Earl!"

After seeing Charlotte, the knights, nobles, and officials saluted in unison, which was quite powerful.

Charlotte greeted everyone slightly, and then, under everyone's attention, boarded the last of the three most luxurious main carriages with the support of Sebastian.

Shirley, Reina, and Eudocia, who had already changed into Castel's maid uniform, also boarded the carriage, and they would walk together as personal maids.

After everyone sat down, Baron Sharon shouted loudly:

"Set off!"

After finishing speaking, the knights escorted the convoy to drive slowly, and left Beigang under the awe and curious eyes of the citizens of Beigang...

(Volume 2, end)

Early update tonight, volume 3 starts tomorrow.