Chapter 259: The Legend of Flora (9)
In the eyes of the royal family and nobles of the Terrence Empire at that time, the name of the religious faction [Goddess Cult] was not too unfamiliar, although it was not a sect with too much political influence, but because the doctrine was quite close to the people, the goddess of creation who was worshiped as the main god also spread the popular mythological inheritance, so it was also favored by a considerable number of people.
It is said that the followers of the Goddess Cult spread throughout the empire, and in just a few decades, almost every town and town had a church founded by believers who raised funds. The headquarters of the Order, located in the western part of the empire, is an ancient city with a long history, and it is said that there are many architectural ruins left by the ancient civilization outside the city.
However, these popular information aside, now the topic of [Goddess Religion] comes from the mouth of the idiot prince, of course, he has no interest in religious doctrines or religious background, etc., and the prince has always only cared about the affairs of the 'wind and snow'. And the elements in the [Goddess Sect] that are enough to attract his attention are only the 'Holy Maiden'.
The so-called 'holy maiden' is a general title of the priest held by 'women' in the [Goddess Cult], and the prince knows nothing about their work and duties in the Order, all he knows is that these 'holy maidens' are all beautiful women with outstanding appearances. According to the intelligence network unique to the prince (from the nobles), recently, a group of 'apprentice saints' came to the imperial capital, ostensibly for exchange and study, but in short, secretly incorporated into the new candidates of the Knight Academy.
However, this kind of faΓ§ade can only deceive children, and the clergy and knights have nothing to do with each other, not to mention that ordinary girls have no need to come to this kind of military reserve to suffer. Then, as long as you think about it deeply, the real intention of those 'holy women' will be obvious-they have come to the academy to fish for golden beetles.
At least, that's what the idiot prince decides. Flora originally planned to give him a backhand and taunt him, "Stupid old brother, you think women want to be stupid", but after careful consideration, she found that there seemed to be nothing wrong with the statement of 'fishing for a golden beetle'.
You must know that the knight candidates in this knight academy were all born in many prominent families, including the royal family. Naturally, if you want to establish good relations with the political arena of the empire, then trying to win over the next generation is the most important strategy.
"I see, instead of trying to deal with those old fritters in the high-ranking officials and nobles, it is better to use beauty tricks on the stupid people who are in the brain...... It's pretty smart, it's called the Goddess Cult. β
"Well, what is that, sister, please be a little polite here, it is better to say that it is better to impose a policy of tenderness on the 'next generation of the innocent empire'...... Wowββ! it hurts!"
"What nonsense, stupid people still overestimate you! Don't forget that the other day your fox friend even dared to attack LaBel, and I should have burned high incense before I slaughtered him. β
Finally, Flora's merciless dashing and swift hand knife still fell on the head of the unfortunate brother, and then continued to ask-
"Okay, stop beating around the bush, what the hell do you have in mind, tell me quickly. β
"After all, sister, you just don't want Sister LaBelle to marry Lutega, so you plan to help him find a marriage partner first, don't you? It's just right to use these 'holy women'! If I'm not mistaken, the teachings of the Goddess Cult are monogamous! As long as Lutega is favored by which 'holy woman', it's all over...... Ahh
But halfway through the conversation, Flora maintained an indifferent look and gave another hand knife.
"I thought you were trying to say something...... Even though his brother is now in a position of great importance in the Knights, he is still not qualified, right? Didn't you say that those 'holy maidens' came to the imperial capital to fish for golden beetles. β
"That's right, but at best, this is 'now' Lutga is not qualified, it doesn't mean that he can't cross the threshold of qualification tomorrow!"
"What do you mean......
It is whimsical to let commoners ascend to the sky overnight and reach a height that is enough to enter into a political marriage with a certain force, especially in the Terrence Empire, where the title system is very old-fashioned and stubborn, even if the sky falls, it is impossible for a little-known civilian imp to become a famous nobleman in one step.
"Sister, you probably don't know that the 'Idiot Army' that was originally under my command has now been transformed into an elite group in the academy after you took over. Little, Stein, Lloyd, Chris, they are all shining in the martial arts course now, and they have become the focus of attention of the instructors in the academy! However, most of the achievements are attributed to the leadership of my sister! Everyone believes that the genius princess of the empire is not only a genius of martial arts, but also the youngest saint-rank powerhouse, but also a person who can turn decay into magicββ"
"Stop, useless sycophants don't shoot. Even if they become a little stronger, the stupid army is still just a bunch of stupid people, and I know how many pounds and taels they have. Chris, in particular, I know he's still on a zero winning streak. No matter how much her brother praised him, it was clear that Flora didn't like it.
"Ouch~!Even if that's the case, don't be so explicit and confess~!I mean, you can take advantage of that. β
"Huh?"
"Now, the Idiot Legion is no longer an idiot, but a spearhead soldier under the command of Her Royal Highness the Genius Princess, then, once they graduate, even if they don't have a noble title, they are all elite elements who can compete for the captain of the 'Legendary Blade' troops. Among them, Lutga's elder brother is an active army commander and instructor, and the so-called brother must have his brother! Then, Lutga has become the most potential alternate knight, right? To be honest, using your authority and connections, sister, you can even get some old nobles who have no heirs to adopt him as an adopted son, so that it will be even more justifiable!"
The identity class of the Terrence Empire is very fine, and the requirements for inheritance rights are even more stringent, even if ordinary aristocratic families are adopted sons, they do not necessarily have the right to inherit the title, but as a royal family, the famous Princess Flora threads the needle, the situation becomes different. Rutga will be adopted not as an 'ordinary commoner', but as a 'young knight favored by the royal family', and will naturally be able to touch the inheritance.
"Is it really going to go this way?"
"Don't worry, sister. If the Goddess Cult wants to gain the support of the imperial political circles, they must value the friendly relationship with the royal family more than the status of the nobility. All you have to do is actively show your preference for Lutga, and it will be enough to send the necessary message to the saints of the Goddess Cult. Although it's just a misunderstanding, they will still actively approach Lutega! When the raw rice is cooked and matured, there is no way to return it~!What's more, although that kid Lutega, although he looks dumbfounded, he may become a great big man in the future, and it is not a bad treatment of those unscrupulous religious factions!"
"I'm just a princess who doesn't have the right to inherit the throne, and I don't have the right to interfere with the actions of the nobles, let alone let anyone accept Lutega as a righteous son. β
"Then sister, you can present this set of suggestions to your father and leave it to him to decide. I believe that no nobleman dares to disobey the emperor's order. β
"Father would approve of such a child's play suggestion?"
"Of course it will, but it is better to ask for it. Since the [Goddess Cult] has the ambition to infiltrate the imperial government and cannot stimulate thousands of believers, the father will not hesitate to hand over the painless 'hostage' of Lutega to the other party. Of course, on the surface, it will pretend to be very regretful. β
"Originally, LaBelle always said that you are smart, I don't believe it, but you can smoke the boy...... Talking to you now, I can't help but wonder, why do you pretend to be crazy and stupid in front of your father and high-ranking officials and nobles on weekdays? If you show your talents well, you can compete even if it is the inheritance. β
The reasoned argument can't help but make Flora question the word "idiot" in "idiot prince". She knew that her brother was just indulging in fun and wasn't really an idiot. And today, she is convinced that her brother, who is called an idiot, even has the intelligence to compete for the throne.
"Hahaha~~ Don't joke sister, if I become the emperor of the empire, then the country will almost perish. β
"Hmph...... Well, it's up to you this time. In short, first establish a relationship with the holy daughter of the [Goddess Sect] and feast in the name of the royal family...... No, this is not appropriate, but it will arouse the vigilance of the other party. Boy, you're pretty good at this, so I'll leave it to you. It doesn't hurt in my name, including the expenses I will also bear. β
"Of course, I'll leave everything to me. I will definitely prepare a perfect banquet for the 'Holy Maiden' to unload her guard, so that those little cats who have not had the usual taste of love can taste some sweet forbidden fruits~!Ah, by the way, sister, according to my understanding, there are a total of five 'Holy Maidens' placed in the academy by the [Goddess Sect], so when you are invited, please bring Chris and them with you, only one of them will look very abrupt. β
"Got it, I'll take all those idiots with me. However, you kid be careful not to go too far. I will supervise you just in case, and if the scene gets out of control because of your pranks, I will take the place of my father to enforce the family laws of the Imperial Family. β
"Ha, haha...... Sister, what do you say, when, of course everything is in order...... So, stay tunedβ"
He doesn't have any ambition for the throne, or he really enjoys a carefree and fun life, in short, the idiot prince is still this unproductive old picture. He's so smart that even Flora, the sister named 'Genius', doesn't realize that he's been calculated.