
Viscount Lostov had received a message from Natasha three days earlier that Jean did not have enough strength to interfere in the rival usurpation of the throne.
Thanks to that information, Duke Cassilas deployed his full strength to attack the capital and sent an untrained army and a small portion of his elite knights to watch over Jean.
The three nobles considered their decision wise. Honey, all of that is just the impact of the disinformation Natasha did.
Viscount Lostov underestimated his daughter. He thought that his little girl was just an easy-to-use innocent woman.
But far roasted from the fire, Natasha is a very dangerous woman. Or at least, the potential to be like that.
He easily toyed with his father by manipulating information. Disrupting all the strategies that Viscount Lostov and Duke Cassilas have devised. And even more foolishly, viscount Lostov took it for granted. Without considering any factors.
And that was the beginning of the disaster.
Three days after the battle between Duke Cassilas and the king took place, a massive feast was held in the palace. Large portions of food are served and high-quality wine is served. Incidentally, they managed to seize Jean's winery.
Speaking of that, Bryant led his mercenaries and attacked HuCas' business assets. He's got a really good fight. Even he was hurt pretty badly. The soldiers he hired were mostly dead.
Damn it again, Bryant didn't get anything. Charlotte is hiding somewhere and her entire fortune has disappeared. Bryant who heard that after he realized immediately went up.
But at least, they managed to seize two wine production sites. Because Bryant thought it wasn't worth much, he gave it all to Duke Cassilas willingly.
Let's go back to the main story.
The guests who were nobles, merchants, and supporting knights of Duke Cassilas were fondly festive. They express happiness by dancing, singing, and drinking. Dublin's new king, Hans, gave a welcome response to their excited cries.
"Finally we did it, viscount Lostov, earl Baldric. As I promised, you will be given new titles and other privileges. Viscount Lostov, as a reward for the services you have rendered, I will give you the territory of that bastard boy. I will also raise your title as a count.
"And earl Baldric, in return for your role, you were given complete control of all of Dublin's royal military affairs. I raise your title as Marquis. I'll make you official documents."
Duke Cassilas, earl Baldric, and viscount Lostov were having a secret meeting in one corner of the palace. The three toast, celebrating their victory.
"What a son! I didn't expect that commoner boy to be able to produce wine this good!"
"Indeed right. It feels soft and sweet very fitting. This is the most delicious wine I've ever tasted."
But the pleasure they felt did not last long. An information bearer hurriedly and breathless ran over to where the three gathered. Of course, no one was happy with such an interruption. But the news he brought made the three of them like they were struck by lightning in broad daylight.
"Baron De Ruhr has occupied Duke Cassilas' territory!"
Instantly, the glass they held fell to the floor.
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At The Same Time When The Great Feast In The Palace Happened.
The Dukedom of Cassilas had turned into a sea of fire. The red jago licked the buildings and various other buildings. House, warehouse, and others.
Not only fire, this region was also rained down by large-sized stones. The arrows also flew, indiscriminately about anyone who roamed the streets.
Without any warning, Jean took 5,000 of his men to attack Duke Cassilas. Not only them, Jean also deployed five catapult (giant catapults), three balistas, and other weapon penetrators of the fort.
Earlier, a warning letter containing the order to surrender had been written by Priscillia at Jean's behest and sent to the authority given the power to govern Duke Cassilas's territory while his men were still in the capital. But the answer they gave was heroic.
"We will not give up and defend this place to the point of the ultimate blood!"
The reply made Jean grin widely. Because that's what he wanted.
And as a result, their fortress was impregnable in less than half a day. Like a flood, Jean's army stormed into the city. Jean's orders are simple. Kill anyone who holds a gun and fight back.
As a result, more than 5000 of the inhabitants who were forced to fight were slaughtered that day, along with 500 knights who fought. Blood flooded the land. Their body pieces were collected like Pyramids and burned. The smell of charred meat filled the entire city.
With an extremely cold and merciless gaze, Jean observed all of the scenes. His mouth let out a cold smile as well.
"Now Duke Cassilas, what are you going to do?"
Jean did not mind loving those who chose not to fight her. But he had absolutely no interest in releasing those who were his enemies.
And the punishment for Duke Cassilas and his roaches is coming soon.