The news of the Duchess' death swept through White Dew Castle like a whirlwind.
Wherever he went, there were people who were shocked, panicked and overwhelmed.
Especially the group of nobles from the Eastern Realm gathered at the gate of Bailu Castle. After being shocked, they all began to worry about their own safety.
First Count Angelet was assassinated, then Marquis Vincent was killed, and now even the Duchess was not spared...
In their eyes, Bailu Castle has become an extremely dangerous place, and the idea of fleeing here can no longer be suppressed.
"Please open the gate and let us go!"
"That's right, since the St. Pros family can't guarantee the stability and safety of Bailu Castle, what right do they have to forcibly detain us!"
"I'm going to leave today, let's see who of you dare to stop me!"
…
Looking at the group of nobles who were excited and even started to rush in, the guards didn't know what to do.
Knight Warren, the captain of the Bailu Castle guards who was originally guarding here, also went to check the duchess' death as soon as he heard the news.
The Knight of Waren was not there, and the news of the Duchess' death made the guards panic, so facing the nobles who rushed up, the guards did not dare to stop them, and could only let them forcefully open the castle gate and leave.
After going out, the nobles finally breathed a sigh of relief, but before they could go far, they saw a figure standing in the middle of the street, who seemed to be waiting for them.
"Earl Evan?"
"Dear guests, did the St. Pross family not entertain you well? Why are you leaving in such a hurry?" Earl Evan asked with a smile.
All the nobles in the Eastern Realm looked at each other, and then one of the viscounts stood up and said:
"My lord, it's not that we don't want to stay in Bailu Castle, but that there are obviously some... problems within the St. Pross family. In order to avoid greater confusion and unnecessary misunderstandings, we decided to leave first."
"Problem? I don't know what went wrong in Bailu Castle?"
The nobles recounted all the deaths that happened in Bailu Castle.
Earl Evan couldn't see any joy or anger on his face after hearing this, he just said lightly:
"Everyone, the St. Pros family has indeed encountered some difficulties, but are you planning to leave because of this? Have you forgotten all your oaths of allegiance?"
Such questioning immediately caused a commotion among the nobles in the Eastern Realm.
Some people are ashamed, some don't take it seriously, and some are silent, deliberately pretending not to hear...
Earl Evan's gaze swept slowly, taking in all the expressions on the faces of the nobles in the Eastern Realm.
He was not disappointed or angry, because he knew very well that loyalty, in fact, is like a gorgeous vase, which can be used to decorate the facade at ordinary times, but when the real storm hits, it will often fall into a mess.
However, not all vases are destined to be unable to shelter from wind and rain, as long as you can show them benefits and hopes.
"What are you panicking about? The St. Pros family has never experienced any storms. Did such a small problem make you lose confidence?"
Earl Evan's gaze swept across the nobles in front of him again, but this time, there was less scrutiny and more encouragement and expectation.
"I am confident that I can stabilize the situation in Bailu City, but I need your help.
Those who believe in me can stay, those who don't believe can leave.
This is your choice.
Of course, for those who are willing to stay, on behalf of the San Pros family, I solemnly promise you—
Loyalty will be rewarded! "
After saying these words, Earl Evan turned around and turned his back to the nobles of the eastern border, expressing that he would never interfere with their choices.
The nobles suddenly became agitated.
Many people took advantage of this opportunity and left quietly.
But more people stayed.
Because they realized one thing from Earl Evan's confident attitude and pointed promise just now—
Now Earl Evan is the first heir to the Duke of the East!
If you extend a helping hand at this time, then Earl Evan will succeed to the throne in the future, and they will definitely get rich rewards.
On the contrary, if you leave now, it will be regarded as a betrayal. Once Earl Evan becomes the Duke of the East, he will definitely be liquidated and suppressed.
If the Duchess was still alive, most of the nobles in the Eastern Region might hesitate, but now, the possibility of Earl Avan succeeding to the throne is unprecedented.
After a while, Earl Evan turned around again, and showed a sincere smile to the remaining Eastern nobles, saying:
"Congratulations, you made the right choice!"
A nobleman stepped forward and said:
"Lord Earl, we believe that you can bring stability and prosperity to the Eastern Region, so please do what we need to do now!"
Earl Evan nodded, without beating around the bush, and said directly:
"I need you to summon the army immediately and launch an attack on the Pegasus Legion!"
All the nobles in the Eastern Realm were dumbfounded.
"Lord Earl... You are right, right? We want to attack the Pegasus Legion? Shouldn't it be to suppress the betrayed Nicole family army?"
Earl Evan shook his head and said in a deep voice:
"No. It is the Pegasus Legion that really betrayed, and the Nicole family is the force loyal to the St. Pross family."
Hearing this, some smart nobles finally realized—
In the Pegasus Legion, there are forces loyal to Duke St. Pros, Marquis Vincent, Duchess, and even Knight Ivan, but there is no force loyal to Earl Evan.
Therefore, this direct army of the St. Pros family is actually not the help of Earl Avan at all. On the contrary, it may even become an obstacle to his succession as the Duke of the East!
After some whispering, those unresponsive nobles also came back to their senses, and expressed their agreement with Earl Evan's proposal.
Fighting the Blood Cavalry Army, they were terrified to death, but when it came to dealing with the Pegasus Legion, especially the Pegasus Legion that had just undergone reconstruction and had low combat effectiveness, these nobles were not afraid.
So, Earl Evan gave an order, and the nobles dispersed and went to gather their own troops.
Earl Evan stood alone in front of White Dew Castle, hesitated for a moment, but still did not choose to go in.
Now that the lords have been persuaded to gather troops to attack the Pegasus Army, Earl Evan feels that there is no need for him to enter White Dew Castle.
The situation in the castle was too complicated and dangerous. At least Earl Avan would not take risks until the situation in Bailu City was stabilized.
Turning around, Earl Evan was about to leave when he found a familiar figure.
"Anna? Why are you running here too?"
Anna looked at her brother coldly, and asked, "Brother, do you still say that you have not betrayed the family?"
Earl Evan suddenly had a headache, so he had to explain patiently:
"Anna, listen to me, the Pegasus Legion has long been the source of the chaos in Bailu City. If I want to stabilize the situation, I must..."
However, Anna didn't seem to listen to Earl Evan's explanation at all, so she drew out the giant sword behind her back and rushed over like that!
"Sister! You..."
Swish!
The huge sword drew a ferocious arc in the air, but it brushed Earl Evan's body towards the shadow of the street corner!
boom!
Amidst the splash of gravel, a huge figure was forced out.
He was covered in a bloody smoke, and his face could not be seen clearly. Only a pair of black bat wings stretched out to the sides for more than ten meters, and the huge shadow almost covered half of the street.
Earl Evan turned his head back in horror, and blurted out:
"Winged Knight!"
(end of this chapter)