Colin looked at the sharp-edged profile of Marquis Garcia, and finally sighed.
Regarding the "weakness" of Marquis Garcia, Colin had already expected it.
The Marquis of the North has been a staunch outsider from beginning to end, opposing all forms of internal struggle.
Back then, the previous Duke of St. Hilde used many methods to get this stubborn brother to march eastward, but the Marquis of Garcia just ignored the rich but weak Eastern Territory, preferring to go to the sky ice field to deal with the clinking poor The troll smashed.
In the end, the Duke of St. Hilde had no choice but to risk his troops, but Mr. Xie almost took the opportunity to seize the entire northern border.
At this time, the orc army was about to invade. If it wasn't for revenge for Vera, Marquis Garcia would never have agreed to let the army from the north approach Yulong City.
Now that Vera is awake, Marquis Garcia has lost his greatest motivation for revenge, so naturally he can only focus on reconciliation with the church.
Even Marquis Garcia is like this, let alone others.
The Duke of St. Grian remained silent, and when he saw Colin's gaze, he just shrugged his shoulders and gave him an apologetic look.
Colin was also helpless about this.
He also understood that the Duke of St. Grian only wanted to quell the dispute between the church and the northern border, and she didn't care at all whether the northern border could take advantage of it.
It was Earl Nicole who led the army from the east this time. It is a pity that this person is fully supported by Colin, but unfortunately, now he just bowed his head and remained silent, not daring to meet Colin's gaze.
To be honest, Colin also had some psychological preparations for Earl Nicole's retreat. Although this person also responded to Colin's call and led the army of the East to approach the Dragon City together with the army of the North, but in fact, the army of the East has been In deliberately slowing down the marching speed, there is no need to say more about the idea.
But Ke Lin has nothing to do about it. Although he has penetrated the Eastern Territory, he has not really conquered this territory after all.
The current lords of the eastern region are in an extremely contradictory state of mind. They are unable to return to the church because of the interception of tithes, but they are unwilling to completely fall to the northern region and become vassals of the St. Hilde family.
They were resentful and afraid of Colin. They wanted Colin to be at the front to absorb the church's firepower, but they were unwilling to cooperate wholeheartedly with the North.
In fact, this is also the hidden danger left by Ke Lin, because after he conquered the East Territory, he encountered a war order and had no time to sort out the forces in the Eastern Territory.
Now it seems that this Earl Nicole is still too slick and not loyal enough.
But Colin couldn't have been better.
Although Anna is suitable, she is a blood slave without self-awareness, and it is impossible to rule the East Territory for him.
However, Eckert, the only direct descendant of the St. Pros family, who is also Colin's new student, is still too young to bear the heavy responsibility.
Therefore, in order to completely control the Eastern Territory, I am afraid that we need to think of other methods.
Colin couldn't help thinking, if he really played the banner of the St. Chapman family, would it be much easier to take charge of the East
"Count Angelet and Marquis Garcia have already agreed to a settlement, what's your opinion?" Emperor Reinhard urged again.
Colin just felt tired for a while.
This time was originally a great opportunity to weaken the church's strength, but unexpectedly, as the leader of the nobles, Emperor Reinhardt actually continued to help the church and suppress the northern border.
This ironic scene made Colin suddenly feel a little ridiculous.
But at the same time, Ke Lin also deeply realized that with the current situation where the imperial nobles are divided and each has their own ghosts, it may be difficult to effectively suppress the church.
Suddenly, an ambition hidden in his heart surged into Colin's mind, and he couldn't get rid of it.
At this moment, Colin unconsciously met Queen Midella's eyes.
From her bright eyes, Colin seemed to understand what the queen wanted to convey—
Now, are you willing to help me kill this stupid emperor
Colin took a deep breath, suppressed the various thoughts that kept churning in his heart, and said in a deep voice, "Your Majesty, I am also willing to reach a settlement with the church."
Before Emperor Reinhard had time to be happy, Colin added: "But, I still have one last condition."
Emperor Reinhard snorted softly, but still said patiently: "Say."
"The northern diocese may not be independent, but the appointment and dismissal of the archbishop of the northern region must be approved by the Duke of St. Hilde!" Colin said each word, "If the Pope is still unwilling to agree to this condition, then I will never accept it." Will not agree to a settlement!"
Gregory immediately understood Colin's plan, and a murderous intent flashed in his eyes, but before he could speak, Marquis Garcia nodded in agreement:
"Yes, this is my condition too. The last condition!"
Obviously, the Marquis of Garcia also realized that without this condition, Adjani, the Archbishop of the North who had publicly accused Gregory, would definitely be liquidated by the church.
Marquis Garcia certainly didn't want Adjani to be a victim of his compromise, so he agreed to Colin's conditions.
Although Gregory was unwilling to let Adjani go, facing the dual pressure of Marquis Garcia and Count Angelet at this time, he had to make a concession.
"Well, from now on, the church will first seek the consent of the Duke of St. Hilde before appointing and dismissing the Archbishop of the North."
Only then did Colin heave a sigh of relief.
Adjani still plays an important role in his plan, and Colin can't give up on her yet.
Although the church didn't pay enough this time, at least Colin has seen some of the church's cards.
Moreover, he also figured out the fatal flaws in his own side, that is, the imperial nobles.
At this moment, Colin finally became firm in a thought he had once had.
"Very good!" Emperor Reinhard laughed and clapped his hands, "Since that's the case, then the matter of Tournance's murder of the Duke of St. Hilde will be properly resolved.
Next, we must go all out to deal with the coming army of orcs!
Now that you are all here, why don't we discuss the countermeasures first. "
The Duke of St. Grian immediately said: "Your Majesty, according to our previous investigations, the orc army will arrive in the western region at the end of March, so the supporting troops must begin to gather to the western region now!"
"The lord's army of the Crimson Flame Territory has been assembled and is ready to go at any time." Emperor Reinhard nodded, then looked around and asked, "What about the other three realms?"
"Your Majesty, the Allied Forces in the Eastern Territory have also assembled and are ready to leave at any time." Earl Nicole replied immediately.
"The northern border is also ready." Marquis Garcia also nodded.
Naturally, there would be no problem in these two realms, and Emperor Reinhard finally turned his gaze to an old man at the long table.
He is the representative sent by the southern border to participate in the talks this time - Southern Consul Dulles St. Landers.
This person has been watching the excitement for a long time, and seeing that everyone's eyes turned to him this time, he immediately nodded and said: "Your Majesty, the troops from the southern border are already on their way, and it is estimated that they should be able to reach the western border smoothly by the end of March."
"Very good!" Emperor Reinhard waved his hand vigorously, and said, "This time I will fight against the orcs, and I will personally serve as the commander-in-chief!
I believe it won't be long before we can completely drive this group of dirty and stupid savage creatures back to the west of the Tianduan Mountains! "
(end of this chapter)