"What's the matter, soldier, is Kestor attacking our borders/"

King Graves frowned. The soldier was his own messenger and one of his confidantes. He had been sent out by him to inquire about Kestor's movements, so his appearance would naturally not bring any good news.

"The border is the same as before, Your Majesty, but the content of this letter is probably as serious as the border issue. You must read it quickly." The messenger handed the secret letter to King Graves.

"Huh?" One eyebrow of the king was raised, obviously a little puzzled. He opened the letter, took out a few notes and a crumpled note, glanced at it several times, and squeezed his fingers more and more. tight.

"Can you confirm?"

"Yes, Your Majesty, the evidence points to this point." The messenger nodded and replied in a very affirmative manner.

"What is the urgent military situation? Your Majesty." Earl Tubiton approached curiously.

"It is indeed an important matter. It seems that there is a traitor around us, and it is the one we least expect." King Graves's face was rarely livid. Obviously, this news was enough to make a monarch feel angry and disturbed.

"Alfred, the protector of Gelkala, the city defense officer I personally promoted, has been in touch with Von Byron for the past few months, and is suspected of plotting to betray us!"

"Alfred? That humble guy, I know it!" Earl Tubiton cursed immediately when he heard that name. He never really believed in that lowly guy who was born as a thief's son. In his opinion, the lucky guy was just lucky enough to be found by the king after he had some ability to please him and get the honor and status that did not belong to him. After all, he and his father who was in jail are still the same.

"He has always been unbelievable, Your Majesty, it's not that I'm questioning your thoughts, it's just that he is not on the same level as us at all, he is not a member of the nobles, he is even lower than that von Byron It is unrealistic to expect him to be loyal to you for honor, he will be loyal to you for gold, and he will naturally give his life to the person who bids higher!"

Earl Toobiton's words were harsh, but the king remained silent and didn't say much. In fact, it was not just Earl Tubiton. Since the appointment was made, there were not many nobles in the kingdom who did not object. Whether it is an old family with a long history or a rising star after independence, they are all strongly opposed to letting such a person join the ranks of nobles, and always doubt his loyalty. The evidence in front of them now seems to be the best proof of their worries.

"I still can't believe that he is so loyal to my usual performance, but now..." The king frowned and looked at the letter in his hand. The ink pad was undoubtedly his own who had only obtained it in recent years. The insignia of the vassals with noble status is obviously written by him, and there are not only one such letter, but three, one of which is relatively brief, mainly to bargain with Byron on the price of smuggled goods, One is to reply to a certain plan to express agreement, and the last one is to explain the chaotic situation in the country and express that the plan can be started. There are many words of betrayal to the kingdom, and even ask whether you can get the whole city in the future This is definitely an act of open treason!

"It may be beneficial for Swadia to appoint Byron as a noble lord, but it will be more troublesome in the long run. We appointed Alfred, but now he has betrayed us. It seems that the common people should not be ranked after all. On the side of the noble man, Your Majesty, we must remove him immediately, so as not to bring us unbearable consequences at this critical moment."

Generally speaking, a crime involving possible treason by an aristocrat requires careful investigation before a conclusion can be drawn. But the current situation is tense and there is not much time for thinking. Within two days, the army has to gather and set off. The king must make a decision immediately, and no matter what, the city defense officer must be replaced to prevent the frontline from fighting after the war. At that time, the rear was attacked by von Byron.

In addition, King Graves is also very clear that although there is only Earl Tubiton in front of him, he represents the mainstream aristocratic class of Rhodoks. If even he who is so close to him has this attitude, then there is no need to go Save the city defense officer. Although he is very capable and loyal, he is not his confidant after all. The reason why he was appointed as the city defense officer of Jerkala was mainly because Jerkala was in the hinterland of the kingdom, far away from the threat of the enemy, and there was no pressure on the city defense as it is now. Some criteria for the selection of city defense officers could be relaxed.

"Go to Alfred immediately, arrest him for treason, revoke all his positions and deprive him of his title of parliamentarian, and put him under house arrest. Also, don't let his family leave the city, and the rest will be done when I come back Decide."

The king went down to the tower to give orders to the guards, and then the messenger and another sergeant set off immediately~lightnovelpub.net~Twenty heavily armed Rhodok spearmen followed him to carry out this mission , to ensure that he can still be brought in even if the opponent resists. In addition, they have also been authorized to mobilize the city's militia team if necessary, so that hundreds of militiamen from nearby streets can directly press up and arrest the opponent.

But looking at the guards leaving, the king sighed. Now, they have to choose a new city guard.

"How about Borgia?" suggested the count.

"That old idiot who loves money like his life?" The king frowned, and looked at Earl Tubiton in disbelief.

"Yes, Your Majesty, that old idiot who loves money like his life." Earl Tubiton nodded affirmatively, and then quickly added.

"He is greedy, but his family is indeed rich, and he relies on you to obtain wealth, which Byron cannot give him. Although he is not smart, he will obviously not betray you because of this. It's like betraying himself after all."

"Indeed, if this is considered loyalty, then he is qualified." The king smiled slightly mockingly, and then asked the second question: "But he is not very capable, I remember he has a competent deputy? "

"You remember correctly, Your Majesty, Kral is his deputy. That young man is also from a famous family, very smart, well-liked, and has a lot of experience in dealing with trivial matters. With him, that old idiot will not do any stupid things. Yes." Earl Tubiton's expression eased a lot when he mentioned Krall, and it was obvious that he admired this young man very much.

"In this case, let Borgia serve as the city defense officer, so that he will support us more. We need his family's gold and soldiers now. But just in case, we should also strengthen the city defense and leave Enough soldiers to protect Jelkala."