It seems to sense that his words are too sharp. Pen Fun Pavilion wWw. ｂiquge。 infoWilliam paused, eased his emotions, and then continued:

"So, father, everything I do is for the Hereford family. We can be very powerful, so why don't we do it? Is there any reason why we shouldn't?

No. Not at all. Russia will become one of the most powerful countries in the world. The Hereford family will also rise to the top under our control. The land under our control is industrially and agriculturally developed. The land under our control, the people are very happy. We have the power to manage so many territories. So why don't we annex them?"

“...... Maybe, maybe you're right. Despite the discomfort in his heart, Archduke Otto agreed with William's words: "We ...... We can do that. ”

"Very well, father, I knew you would say that. William smiled, not uttering his last sentence, "Therefore I have sent the messenger long ago."

Originally, it would have been a mistake to make one's own claims without the permission of the Grand Duke. But since Archduke Otto has said so, then there is no problem, is there?

William smiled happily. Completely unnoticed the hidden uneasiness under the expression of Archduke Otto.

At the same time, the father and son of the Hereford family exchanged views on this person, or rather, at the same time that William persuaded Archduke Otto, the emissaries of Kalman IV and the emissaries of the Pope of Rome marched together towards the great frontier.

They brought two very different replies to Archduke Otto and Archduke Henry.

Both the Pope and the Emperor allowed the Hereford family to establish a new state. At the same time, applaud William's actions - in the view of Kalman IV, the expansion of the empire. At the same time, a new Elector has been added, which can change the political situation of the Empire. This is a good thing that cannot be desired. The Pope of Rome, on the other hand, believed that this would greatly enhance the prestige of the Holy See - the creation of a new state that would be a new state religion with the Orthodox faith of the Lord of Radiance, and would greatly inspire other "righteous people of conscience and morality, who believe in authenticity".

These are the Pope's exact words. It's like I said it before. The Pope of Rome admired the Hereford family very much. Especially when the Hereford family believes in the orthodox faith, has the status of crusaders, and is victorious in every battle.

At the same time, the Emperor and the Pope were not so polite in their reply to Archduke Henry.

Although Archduke Otto decided to create a new kingdom and let Kalman IV support him, his attempt to become King of Wende failed. But this did not mean that Kalman IV would turn around and support Henry as King of Wende.

The example of Archduke Otto raised the bar for "loyalty" in Kalman IV a lot. Compare this with the humble congratulations of the Hereford family, who sent emissaries at the beginning of his quelling of civil strife. Henry had something to help with like this, so he came to the emperor for help. The rest of the time he didn't take the emperor seriously, he seemed very hateful.

Naturally, Kalman IV decided to hang the appetite of Archduke Henry. To make this guy understand what it means to be inferior and unpredictable - Kalman IV replied in a stern word, strongly urging Archduke Henry to stop his aggression against the "brothers within the empire". They were also required to "appoint a king who is reasonable, lawful, and serving." The look of righteous words did not look at all like the tyrant who had just killed the entire family of the king of Lotternia.

Similarly, the Pope of Rome did not treat Archduke Henry very well. In the Second Great Frontier War, he served as the nominal supreme commander of the Crusaders. The Pope of Rome was greatly embarrassed. So much so that the prestige of the Holy See plummeted. The Pope of Rome only felt that he was not guilty, and that it was especially gracious not to excommunicate him. How's it going? This guy still wants to be king? It's funny. Even if he chooses a King Wende, he should be the obedient and capable Archduke Otto. When is it your turn?

That's it, the Pope's attitude, too, is a rejection. Refused to send a messenger to crown Archduke Henry. At the same time, it was also believed that Archduke Henry's talents were insufficient. "Not enough to be qualified for such an important post as King Wende".

The Pope and the Emperor, not knowing whether they had agreed or not, sent emissaries to Archduke Henry and Archduke Otto at the same time, replying very differently on the same matter. The result is a stark contrast. And as a public political event, the emissaries' answers are naturally well known.

And so, in May of 1749. One of the biggest jokes of the New Year, a living laughing stock - that is, the appearance of Archduke Henry. It provides the best talking point for people in the Old World who have nothing to do.

After the two emissaries came to Novgorod with letters from the Holy See and the Emperor, and stayed. William smiled and said to Archduke Otto: "See, father. It's not just me who wants the Hereford family to be in league with the Trieste family. His Majesty the Emperor doesn't want us to be too close. ”

“...... Oh, yes. The Emperor didn't want the two 'kings' to get too close. It would be great if the two neighboring kings could turn against each other. Archduke Otto said with a wry smile.

How could he not know the intentions of Kalman IV when things had developed to such an extent? If the pope, who lacked political sensitivity, was only trying to play with his temper and make people see his authority in this matter, then a cunning guy like Kalman IV would have absolutely ill intentions in doing so.

This is not a conspiracy, but a conspiracy, going with the flow, pushing the boat and leading the sheep. Kalman IV deserves to be the Gothic Emperor. This hand is indeed very beautiful.

"Now is the time to put an end to this war. William said to Archduke Otto: "We don't have to send troops to the Western Front. Let Archduke Leszek also withdraw his army - we will send an envoy to Archduke Dietrich. Inform them of our attitude - we can not fight him. His knighthood is guaranteed. In exchange, he recognized the commercial privileges of the Hereford family in Livonia - and he admitted that we could buy everything about Livonia's shipbuilding by commercial means!

Then, he promised to support Archduke Henry as King of Wende. The Hereford family is what it takes. King Wende was Henry's. We don't rob - at least not for the time being. ”

Speaking of this, William sighed a little: "The Hereford family has risen too fast. Our power has caused a lot of uneasiness. The power of Kalman IV is not something we can deal with for the time being. For the time being, it's time for our expansion within the empire to come to an end.

We have to wait for a better opportunity. ”

"That's it...... Do as you say. "Hearing what William had to say, Archduke Otto only replied with one sentence. He looked a little tired and absent-minded. I don't seem to care too much about this matter.

"Father, haven't you rested lately?" William asked, noticing this.

"It's not. It's just that...... Disturbed. Grand Duke Otto smiled reluctantly: "The coronation has been decided, just half a month later...... I, I'm going to be king soon. To tell you the truth, William, I never imagined that I would be a king in my lifetime. ”

"Don't worry, father, you deserve it. William replied, "You have done a great contribution to our family, and you deserve these honors as a matter of course." ”

"But you are more suitable than I am, and you are more of a king than I am. Otto said: "It is not so much that I founded this country as it is you." My son. ”

"This country belongs to the Hereford family. William replied, "I...... Of course, one day, I will take your scepter. But not now, my father. ”

The father and son of the Hereford family were in a state of nervousness, unease, but excitement at the same time. Archduke Henry, who was also "about to become king", was in a terrible mood.

He didn't expect that Grand Guild Otto would play with him in the matter of "king", and he didn't expect that Otto would be able to obtain the title of king faster than him. Moreover, this title of king is not like his, it was left by predecessors. Otto's title of king was made from scratch and he shot it himself. In a sense, it has a greater gold content than Henry's.

"In this way, I can't control him. I have no way of making an edict to a king who is equal to me. I can't ask a king to be my vassal. I can't use the strong combat power of Otto and the Hereford family to win the emperor's throne.

No, I'm going to worry about myself before that. The Hereford family has no restraints. Will the Herefords attack me? The kingdom of Wende is much richer than his Russia! Will he turn around and make an alliance with Dietrich? No, that's probably what he thinks - an alliance with Dietrich and annex my Shilonsk. In this way, he has three Grand Duchyes - and he can rightfully be crowned King of Wende!"

Thinking of this, Grand Duke Henry only felt a cold sweat break out. Fear immediately replaced anger.

"No, no! There must be no war with the Herefords! Absolutely not! Whatever he wants, the Russian king will let him do it! As long as he promises not to ally with Dietrich, then I will leave him alone! Yes, just do it...... Even if it's just me...... And the power of Leszek can also prevail over Dietrich! The situation is still in my favor!"

Archduke Henry was in a cold sweat while desperately comforting himself......