In the evening, Calvin Kant called the nobles of the Northland to the castle.
A roaring fire was burning in the banquet hall, reflecting everyone's figure on the wall, and the swaying posture of the flame made the shadows dance up and down, like a weird mural.
The four long tables in the hall were filled with steaming meat and drinks. It looked like a sumptuous dinner, but the atmosphere at the scene was not relaxed, especially when the duke said that the capital had been conquered. after the message.
"I've already sent people to recover the team that set off four days ago. If you're lucky, they'll be able to come back alive," he said in a deep voice while sitting on the main seat. "The key is that we… what should we do in the Northland?"
The nobles looked at each other in dismay, probably because the news that Tifeko didn't keep it for a day was too terrifying, and no one in the hall dared to answer. Calvin saw cowardice and remorse in the eyes of many minor nobles. Edith was right. It was absolutely impossible for such a person to resist Roland Wimbledon. , they really only have one way to go.
However, for the nobles who had just joined Tifeko, it was a little embarrassing to suddenly turn to defect.
"Why don't we send messengers to find out what the fourth prince is saying?" After a while, someone said.
"If he doesn't interfere in the Northland, we'll just support him as king." This remark was immediately agreed by another minor noble, "It's all about Wimbledon's family anyway, and whoever is king is the same. ."
Count Lista sneered, "All the same?"
Calvin raised his brows, the point came.
Sure enough, after the earl spoke, everyone's voices dropped, which made him a little uncomfortable. In fact, there is not much difference between the three powers themselves, and the Kant family is even worse... It's just that he obeyed his daughter's idea and first showed his favor to Timothy before he got the title of duke.
Of course, he also understands that this is one of the checks and balances of the new king. The other two are contemptuous and dissatisfied with him, and Tifeko is probably happy to see it.
"Have you all forgotten the Duke of Ace who was executed for treason?" Lista said coldly, "He didn't take the initiative to provoke Tifeko. If we were soft at the beginning, the noose would be tied at any time. On our necks, it will be too late to struggle! In the eyes of the fourth prince, we are really involved in the rebellion, at least everyone is inseparable from Tifeko!"
"What can you do if you don't accept the softness, even the capital can't last for a day, we are just an egg hitting a stone..." One of Calvin's vassals retorted in a low voice according to the agreed content. Under the glaring glances of the other party, the second half of the sentence was even more inaudible.
"Whether it's an egg or not, I'm going to give it a try," Ed Hoss said loudly, "The traitorous king killed my brother! He will definitely pay for it!"
"Who is the egg? The mountains in the north are ups and downs, and there are dangerous roads everywhere. His army can gallop between the plains and rivers, but it may not be able to eat in the north." Earl Hoss followed closely, " The big deal is that the Matou family retreats into the Cold Wind Ridge, and I don't believe his army can still fly up."
That way you'd be exposing your back to the church, Calvin thought to himself, that gang also had bad intentions for the Northland. He has also heard about Hoth's elder son, and it seems that he died in a battle against the lords of the West... But how can there be no deaths in battle? If shouting alone can make the opponent pay the price, there is no need for the knight's sword and armor.
The voices in the hall gradually became noisy. Due to the statements made by Lista and Hoss, the voices who advocated holding their troops still and preparing for a counterattack slowly overwhelmed the party who took the initiative to inquire about the situation with the Fourth Prince and expressed their good intentions. Although Calvin kept his mouth shut, he was a little anxious in his heart.
Edith won't be in any trouble, will she
"I don't know what the Duke thinks?" Probably after being silent for too long, Count Lista looked at him.
Calvin froze in his heart, and finally it was his turn, "I called you here just to hear everyone's opinions. After all, this matter concerns the future of the Northland, and you can't be too cautious."
Earl of Hoss interrupted impatiently, "Enough, I am afraid you have already planned to be loyal to the fourth prince, otherwise why are those who express weak opinions all your vassals? Now hand over the power, when the time comes It's a lamb to be slaughtered!"
"You..." Calvin almost couldn't hold back the wine glass in his hand.
"In that case, we have nothing to talk about," Lista stood up and walked towards the entrance of the banquet hall, "By the way, if you want the fourth prince to spare your life, you can also tie Edith's hands. Here, I heard that guy is very erotic about beauty."
The roar of laughter came to an abrupt end with the earl's silence, and everyone could see that there was an extra sword tip behind him, and the blood stains on it glowed dimly under the fire of the fire.
"Are you talking about me, Lord Xuehu? I can't pretend I didn't hear that."
The Count's body slipped weakly to one side, and a tall and armored warrior appeared in front of everyone. She drew out her long sword expressionlessly, stepped over Lista, who was still twitching and struggling, and walked into the hall.
It was Edith Kant who came.
Calvin's heart suddenly settled.
I saw dark red blood stains all over her armor, obviously she had just experienced a fight, even so, her demeanor was still the same, and her beautiful face had a chilling meaning. Then a group of sword-wielding warriors filed in, instantly surrounding the hall. At this point, everyone understands what happened.
"Guards!" Earl Hoss widened his eyes, "Give the guards outside."
"If I don't get rid of them, how can I concentrate on dealing with you?" Calvin let out a long breath and smashed the cup on the ground, "You seem to have forgotten that I am the leader of the North!"
This is the moment he has been waiting for. This kind of banquet will be held every once in a while. The defense mentality of the major nobles is not high. There will be no more than 100 guards accompanying them, and they will basically stay outside the castle area. . When the opponent's guards are successfully resolved, the overall situation is basically settled.
Of course, the decision maker and executor of this plan are both his daughter, Edith, the Pearl of the North.
The door of the banquet hall slowly closed, and the fire swayed unsteadily with the cold wind.
The vassals of the two families drew their swords one after another, while the petty nobles were so frightened that they lost their minds.
"You're crazy!" Ed Hoss gritted his teeth.
Calvin no longer cares about the argument, "Those who lay down their weapons and surrender shall be spared death. If there is resistance... shoot to kill!"
The voice fell, and the two groups of people collided instantly. (.)