dognovel Chapter 595 Yoda Throne
Chapter 595 Yoda Throne
In the magnificent and majestic imperial palace in Helmingen, night falls quietly and the lights come on, illuminating every corner of the palace with golden splendor.
In the spacious and bright study, John was sitting in front of the quaint and heavy desk, his slender fingers gently flipping through the autumn national economic revenue and expenditure report.
At the same time, on the other side of the study, Matilda was chatting with her lovely daughter Catherine and her father, Count Reginale, about the past. The warm fire was dancing happily in the fireplace, adding a touch of warmth and comfort to the harmonious atmosphere. Count Reginale's son, little Reginale, could only drink tea and eat fruit because no one talked to him.
Catherine's eyes, bright and lively like purple gems, looked curiously at the kind old man with white hair in front of her.
"Come on, Catherine, call grandpa."
Matilda smiled gently, gently took Catherine's little hand, and said encouragingly.
Catherine blinked her big purple eyes and said in a childish voice:
"Hello, Grandpa."
"Hey, you're so good."
Count Reginale's face was filled with a happy smile. He reached out and gently touched Catherine's soft and fluffy hair.
Then, Count Reginale seemed to suddenly remember something, turned to look at Matilda, and asked doubtfully:
"Matilda, where is Karl?"
Then, Count Reginale seemed to suddenly remember something, turned to look at Matilda, and asked doubtfully:
"Matilda, where is Karl?"
Matilda was slightly startled, then replied:
"Karl has joined the army and entered the military academy. He is currently undergoing training in the barracks."
"what!"
Upon hearing the news, Count Reginale's eyes widened, his face filled with shock. He turned his head sharply and looked at John, his voice unconsciously rising a few notches:
"Karl is only twelve years old, why did you send him to the military camp?"
John put down the documents in his hand, stood up, walked up to Count Reginale and said seriously:
"He's my son, so of course I have to care about him. As the future leader of the country, he must set an example. The country has been promoting the honor of joining the army, but if only the children of commoners join the army, while we nobles stand by and watch, what kind of nonsense is that?"
"Besides, this will also be good for him, as it can strengthen his will and ability. By the way, this can also be used for publicity to attract more young people to join the army."
Count Reginale frowned slightly after hearing John's words. Although he was still worried, he also understood John's good intentions.
Then John asked Count Reginale:
"Father-in-law, what is the current political situation in Yoda?"
Count Reginale thought for a moment and replied:
"It's a mess. The nobles' council is abuzz with bickering and squabbling, and no one can convince anyone else. Furthermore, the current emperor doesn't want to be a puppet, so he's resigning, but his father-in-law, Count Castori, is pushing him back."
He paused and added, "Even so, some people in the Noble Council are now proposing to change the emperor."
"Oh? So, is there any information about the new emperor candidate?"
Count Reginali stroked his chin and said slowly:
"Many. There are direct descendants of the royal family, nobles who have married into the royal family, and some people have suggested choosing from those with royal blood overseas."
Having said that, Count Reginale seemed to suddenly think of something, and looked at John with a meaningful smile on his face.
"I say, why don't you try to do it too?"
John was stunned for a moment after hearing this, thinking his father-in-law was joking, and then he said with a smile:
"I used to be a Midlander. Even if I became the King of Helderland, what does that have to do with Yoda?"
Count Reginale shook his head and said seriously:
"Hey, you don't have any contact, but Carl does. He's my grandson and has my family's blood."
"So, father-in-law, your family has a bloodline inheritance with the Yoda royal family?"
John became interested and asked.
"Then why am I telling you this?"
Count Reginale said proudly and began to explain in detail.
"Our Reginale family has existed since Yoda founded the kingdom. The first patriarch was Yoda the First... Back then, it was still a kingdom, so he's the son of the first king. Don't you think that's better than those nobles who came in mid-stream to form marriage alliances?"
John frowned slightly after hearing this, and after thinking for a moment, he said, "Isn't that a bit too far? After all, we are no longer in direct lineage."
Count Reginale waved his hand and said disapprovingly:
"It doesn't matter. Before becoming emperor, Ludwig was a direct descendant of the Yoda royal family. He became emperor thanks to his military command and ability to suppress other forces. You even defeated Ludwig, so wouldn't it be easy for you to defeat the nobles in the Yoda Empire?"
At this moment, little Reginald, who had been quietly listening to their conversation, couldn't help but interrupt:
"Father, why don't you recommend me?"
When Count Reginale heard this, he immediately became angry.
"I'm still recommending you? Why didn't you join the army when I asked you to? If you could join the army, why would I send you here to eat idle meals? The most important thing for an emperor is military power. Without the support of the army, what kind of emperor are you? I'm afraid you'll be replaced in a month."
Little Reginale curled his lips and whispered, "That requires a chance. How can I succeed without a chance?"
"Opportunity?" Count Reginale sneered. "Opportunity, opportunity? If everyone knows about it, can it still be called an opportunity? Then it will become a vortex, and whoever enters will be slaughtered, unless you have the power to wipe it out - your father can't do it."
John listened to the conversation between the father and son and couldn't help but think about the pros and cons.
The benefits of being an emperor were obvious. He could legally appoint governorates that were directly controlled by the emperor himself, keeping the core power of the empire firmly in his own hands.
But the disadvantages are equally obvious. He can no longer have the final say like he did in Helderland, but has to share the benefits with other nobles.
Thinking of this, John looked at Count Reginale and spoke slowly:
"If Karl wants to be emperor, how many people in the noble parliament will support him?"
Count Reginale paused for a moment and replied:
"If Carl were to rely on his own strength, I and a few centrist earls would probably be the only ones who would support him. But if he were to marry a princess of royal family, preferably direct blood, then we could win over another earl."
He paused, a shrewd gleam in his eyes:
"Then you can use the Hall of the King of Law to win over Archbishop Yoda and some officials, and it will be almost done."
"father in law."
John thought for a while before speaking slowly.
"I will consider this matter."
Count Reginale nodded with satisfaction:
"Very good. This should be done sooner rather than later. The struggle within the Noble Council will not stop. If we don't act quickly, others will get there first."
John looked at the flames in the fireplace, the firelight reflected on his face, reflecting a deep smile.
Power is never free. But if one has enough chips, Yoda's throne may be within his grasp.