Third Arc (Fallen Heart) – 261. Bloodline IV
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Third Arc (Fallen Heart) - 261. Bloodline IV
The grand corridor, which had buzzed with whispers and clandestine conversations, fell into an abrupt hush as Angel's authoritative voice echoed through its expanse. His words, a proclamation that cut through the tension like a blade, seized the attention of everyone present.
"Due to King Gervis' crime and his violation of the agreement, I will give my verdict," Angel declared, his tone carrying the weight of a ruler who had been wronged.
Angel's voice echoed through the corridor, cutting through the whispers and murmurs like a sharp blade. The weight of the verdict he was about to deliver hung in the air, and the eyes of everyone in the corridor fixed upon him.
"Gervis Eryes Reinheart, the king of Asteria," Angel began, his tone unwavering and authoritative. The very mention of King Gervis's name had a profound effect, pulling attention like a magnetic force. "You have violated the second point of the agreement between Euphorion and Asteria."
A heavy silence followed, the anticipation thick in the air. Angel's words held the gravity of judgment, and it seemed like the world itself paused to listen.
The pronouncement that followed surprised many. The death penalty, a fate that seemed inevitable, took an unexpected turn. "You should, without a doubt, get the death penalty," Angel continued, "However, I am not a heartless person, and I know you are frustrated after your son's sudden death. So, I will spare your life."
A collective exhale swept through the corridor, a mixture of relief and curiosity. But what followed was a twist that rewrote the power dynamics between Euphorion and Asteria.
"As a replacement, I will take all Asteria's soldiers, weapons, and everything related to the military in full," Angel declared, a sentence that resonated like a seismic shift. The terms were clear: Euphorion would now control the military might of Asteria entirely. The once-proud kingdom would function as an extension of Euphorion, with King Gervis relegated to a symbolic role. It was a decree that stripped King Gervis of more than just authority— a meticulous dismantling of his kingdom's autonomy.
The intricacies of the power play unfolded as Angel delineated further, asserting his absolute control over Asteria. "I give King Gervis permission to rule Asteria as king and manage the government, but the absolute ruler is me. I will be the one who appoints the next ruler of Asteria. Alliances, apart from trade, must also go through my permission."
It was a calculated move, leaving King Gervis with a title but rendering it hollow, a mere facade. The corridor, once filled with hushed discussions, was now immersed in a profound realization—Asteria's destiny was no longer in the hands of its king but in the calculated moves of a ruler who now held all the strings.
"The next offense is the same as death, as I already forgave him once. I can't forgive him again next time," Angel reiterated, his voice unwavering. The severity of his tone hinted at the finality of this warning. It was a clear boundary, and everyone present understood that a second transgression would not be met with leniency.
"As for Prince Ilex's funeral," Angel shifted the focus, his gaze carrying a somber weight, "it will be held in the near future and as soon as possible." The mention of the funeral brought a palpable sorrow to the atmosphere. The once bustling corridor now held a collective sense of mourning for the fallen prince.
"I will give General Frost permission to take full control of all Asteria's military soldiers," Angel declared, outlining the imminent changes in power dynamics. The shift of authority from Asteria to Euphorion, with General Frost at the helm, would mark a new chapter for both kingdoms. The timeline, specified by Angel, added a sense of urgency to the impending transformation.
"No later than one month after the funeral is over," he concluded, emphasizing the need for a swift transition. The funeral would serve not only as a farewell to Prince Ilex but also as the symbolic closure to an era in Asteria's history. The impending changes, both in terms of leadership and allegiance, hung in the air, leaving those present to contemplate the profound implications of Angel's decree.
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