Chapter 52: Preparing for the Northern Expedition

Now that Flesova noticed the problem with the child in Theresa's womb, there was no reason why the others should not notice it.

This makes Sinan Pei nervous, what if some guy who wants the crown and wants to go crazy is not good for Theresa?

Thankfully, having Hilleel Melia by Trisa's side reassured him a lot. And although Henry looks disheartened, as long as he is alive, no one dares to do anything crooked, right? Henry has ruled this country for twenty years, and he still has prestige.

In all fairness, as Theresa's best friend, Hilleel Melia gives more and takes less, and she has always selflessly helped Theresa. Sinampe really didn't know how to thank Shirmel - but it would be hypocritical to think about it now.

Now, Sinampei needs a means to deflect the contradictions. Obviously, he and Theresa are not popular among the nobles, and if there is nothing that can attract everyone's attention, Sinampe and Theresa will naturally become the target of public criticism.

He would love the Northern Expedition, but there were still some issues to consider.

"Count Flesova, the north is a good idea, but the question is that we are ready for an all-out attack on the north, how many soldiers can we muster, not to mention...... There is a tiger sleeping next to us, Boulogne, and we will be torn to pieces by him if we are not careful. Sinampei weighed it for a long time, but still didn't make up his mind.

"Boulogne...... They are a big problem, but if we move fast enough for the Caledonians to stop our attack, the Boulognes will no longer be on their side - I think they are more likely to take advantage of their proximity to take advantage of the Pali Plains. In any case, the House of Boulogne also has the right to claim the throne. If it's a three-way scuffle, we're not at a disadvantage. Flesova guessed.

Sinan Pei nodded, this is very likely. With the degree of desire of the Boulogne family for the Capetian crown. And they do have the potential to do so.

"But what about their insistence on an alliance with the Caredonians? such a thing as we cannot foresee—although I have seen the documents that we have made a secret pact with the Boulogne, the reliability of this pact is doubtful. Sinampei shook his head.

In fact, he was worried that because of his own reasons, Angus chose to insist on fighting with the Valoa family.

“...... That being said, I'm afraid that if we don't choose to divert the contradictions. There is a risk of chaos within ourselves. Flesois shook his head.

Sinampei sighed. Originally, Henry's centralization measures were so successful that no one in the entire kingdom dared to disobey him, but as his obvious state of decay was discovered by the nobles, these guys began to stir again. Although most of them have lost their fiefdoms, they have not completely lost the capital to fight against the royal power - although they no longer have fiefdoms, they continue to play the role of bureaucrats. The king still relied on them to rule the country.

Flesova's words can be regarded as saying to Sinampei's heart, he is not afraid of anything, he is afraid of internal problems. As the saying goes, guns are easy to dodge, and hidden arrows are difficult to defend against, and if it is an invasion of external enemies, it can be more or less well documented. There are certain rules to deal with, but in the face of internal intrigues, it is much more troublesome and dangerous.

"Count Flesois, how many men can we muster? in five days. Sinampei gritted his teeth and made up his mind. Since you want to do it, you have to move quickly, when everyone around you can't react. Achieve your goals. At the same time, it was also to prevent the nobles from colluding.

"You should ask Count Trian. "Flesova Road.

Sinampe turned his head to look at the bearded earl.

"Twenty thousand. That's the limit. But...... The nobles didn't react as quickly as you might think, and it took at least a month to prepare for them to join forces to start a rebellion. Mr. Si, if we really want to win in the north, let us extend the preparation for the expedition for some time. Count Trian seemed to already know what Sinampe was thinking, so he advised him not to worry.

"Half a month. Half a month, it can't be any longer!" Si Nanpei thought about it for a while, and finally showed the temperament that a leader should show, "I am personally responsible for the allocation of materials, and I guarantee that I can be twice as fast as others! As for the transfer order of the army, I will apply to Your Majesty now!"

He's finally learned to be a little arbitrary.

Perhaps Henry had really made up his mind to give up his responsibilities as king. When he saw Si Nanpei walk into his study, he said to Si Nanpei straightforwardly: "The pen and paper are there, what do you want to do, just write the document yourself and then I will sign it for you, don't have to ask me for instructions so much." If you are really able to make a difference, then I will declare you regent of the kingdom. ”

His Majesty was terrified. Sinampei bent down and saluted, "But what I want to do at the moment, I have to ask you for instructions." ”

"You want to ...... Northern Expedition?" a gleam appeared in Henry's already sloppy eyes.

"Yes, Your Majesty, Edward's new death is a golden opportunity, and a considerable part of the elite troops under his command have also been brought back to the main island of Caledonia to quell the rebellion, and the rest even if the combat effectiveness is very strong, but without the soul who can command them, its combat power will be greatly reduced. Sinampei replied.

Henry didn't say anything, just nodded slowly: "Very good, then, you just let it go, I look forward to your victory...... Also, it would be great if you could kill my old friend Philippe, Duke of Boulogne, by the way. ”

“...... Your Majesty as much as possible. Sinampei cautiously bowed his head and replied.

"Very good, it seems that you still know what to do and what not to do...... I'm tired, you go first, don't bother me anymore. After Henry signed the documents written by Sinampei on the spot, he was very impatient to issue an eviction order.

Sinan Pei dodged and retreated.

Just as he was about to leave the room, Henry spoke again: "By the way, you go back and tell Theresa that if she is free, come and see my father, who has made her sad...... I don't ask for her forgiveness, but I ask her to consider an old man who is dying......"

"Yes, Your Majesty, you are her father - that is irreversible whether you share the same surname or not. (To be continued......)