Under the guidance of Anton Fugger, Prime Minister Sazastan and Ladislaus entered the tent of acting Archduke Ferdinand.

Ladislaus was immersed in excitement and admiration along the way, and did not notice the reaction of Prime Minister Sazastan.

Until he met the Acting Grand Duke, who looked very tired like all his subordinates, Ladislaus unexpectedly discovered that the Prime Minister of Sazastan, like himself, paid the Acting Grand Duke the courtesy of a vassal.

Prime Minister Sazastan is the mentor of the two Habsburg monarchs. He has always had an ambiguous attitude towards whether the emperor's younger brother is his monarch. He also has great concerns about the division of power within the Habsburg family.

influence,

But this time, Ferdinand showed the whole of Europe his tactical genius and extraordinary courage in not giving in to his ancestors. The delay and timidity of the Southern Route Army further highlighted his heroic heroic spirit in overcoming natural dangers and defeating the strong with the weak.

Prime Minister Sazastan, who had once made no excuses and delayed payments, also recognized his status.

Although this extraordinary achievement made the acting Grand Duke's prestige flourish, he still supported Prime Minister Sazastan in time and did not get carried away.

After expressing their longing for each other with Prime Minister Sazastan, the Acting Grand Duke turned to Ladislaus and smiled broadly as he looked at the cloak and coat of arms designed by Ladislaus himself.

"I didn't expect, my brother, that you would have so many responsibilities and honors so soon. By the way, did your invitation bring any guests worth mentioning to our benefactor recently?"

Ladislaus was completely unable to respond to the acting Grand Duke's words.

"You don't have to worry. Prime Minister Sazastan and my treasurer are all believers of His Majesty the Knight of Vision."

Although the acting Grand Duke repeatedly stated that the tent was full of believers of the Knights of Vision and there was no need to hide it, Ladislaus was just very confused.

This state confirmed Acting Archduke Ferdinand's worst guess. After giving the confused Prime Minister Sazastan a suggestive look, Acting Archduke Ferdinand asked Ladislaus to go and condolences to the wounded first.

"Your Excellency Treasurer, please take Ladislaus to visit His Highness Frundsberg."

Although I really wanted to talk to Acting Archduke Ferdinand about the "Winter Ghost", because just after Treasurer Fugger mentioned the "Winter Ghost", a new task appeared on the relevant interface of Prime Minister Sazastan: "Extended

You still have one year left in Sazastan’s lifespan to help him and let him serve you for another century for the Warlock Royal Family.”

However, Ladislaus accepted the suggestion of the acting Archduke Ferdinand and went to visit Frozberg, leaving the two "countries" behind to discuss it.

Frunzberg has not yet recovered from his coma. His condition is very bad and he is not out of danger. He cannot swallow any food. He relies on several priests to take turns casting magical spells to maintain his life. His internal organs are damaged and any antidote is impossible.

It’s useless. On the continent of Europa, only the Holy Pope’s detoxification technique may be able to resist the winter ghost’s evil poison. However, the cost of the True Pope’s help is too high. We can only hope that Frunzberg can rely on his own vitality to defeat it.

toxin.

In his tent, Ladislaus also met Count Niklas Slam, the fifteenth-level ranger who had survived by chance. Although his entire impression of that encounter was that "suddenly he was right in front of his eyes."

"Yihei." But naturally someone recounted the life-saving grace given to him by His Royal Highness the "Protector of the Country". He was undoubtedly grateful to Frunzberg for his kindness.

In the past few days, except for the battle, Earl Slam has been taking care of Frundsberg. As a powerful ranger, he also has some restorative magic to provide.

After praising the outstanding performance of the two men, Ladislaus went to see the other wounded.

His Highness Bulavan-Fugger, the "King of Kingdoms", is also sick now. It is not an injury sustained in battle, but due to overexertion while browsing the snowy mountains. Coupled with continuous raids and battles, Bulavan, who is already seventy years old, is also sick.

His Highness Wan-Fugel also needs special protection now.

There have always been rumors in Europe that this "township" has the most moisture and was created by the Fugger Textile Association with money. However, Ladislaus still gave him the greatest respect. This time he participated in climbing the snow-capped mountains, and he was extremely

The earth proved itself.

Without the "resistance to elemental damage" provided by him and other mages, the crisis on the snowy mountains would be even greater.

The last wounded person was the contemporary Venetian consul, His Highness Antoninus Gremani, the merchant friend, the elector of His Majesty Woking, and a fifteenth-level priest.

Although the city defense organization was in a mess, the consul finally maintained a little honor at the last moment. He organized the final resistance in the former Duke's Palace of Milan.

Unfortunately, other important officers had already dispersed. He was unable to stand alone and was besieged by several strong men. Finally, he fell to Bravan Fugger's "Bigby's Diamond Fist" and had several of his roots broken by that magic.

rib cage.

What he was wearing now was very ordinary. The star-gold coat worth two hundred thousand thalers was already in the custody of treasurer Anton Fugger.

Fortunately, Ms. Woking was deeply benevolent to the elected Venetian consul, and the Austrian army that attacked the city did not have many casualties. The acting archduke was able to arrange for him enough priests for the ransom, and he finally survived.

Of course, His Highness Anthony Greimani tried his best to maintain dignity and grace during the meeting, but it was still difficult to conceal his worries and annoyance.

This is also natural. Let’s not mention the ransom. Although it is bound to be another huge sum of money reaching hundreds of thousands of thalers, the Venetian Republic has no reason to let the captured consul pay the ransom himself. The national treasury will definitely reimburse the ransom.

money.

What really worries him is the current crisis in the Republic of Venice and his powerless situation.

Although Ladislaus has borrowed money from the Woking Chamber of Commerce in the past and was even forced into a life and death dilemma, the most senior figures in the Woking Chamber of Commerce are always worth making friends with. After all, who knows when he will need to adjust a position.

Woolen cloth?

While Ladislaus was consoling the various wounded, important talks between the Acting Grand Duke and the Prime Minister were taking place.

"He's so courageous." After hearing Acting Grand Duke Ferdinand's speculation, Prime Minister Sazastan was furious, "He actually dared to stab us in the back."

"Except for members of the royal family, His Majesty the Knight of Vision will consume too much divine power to respond to the prayers of other believers in detail." In order to avoid misunderstanding, after explaining why he knew more, the Acting Grand Duke continued to Prime Minister Sazastan, "

A few months ago, His Majesty the Knight of Vision felt uneasy. His gift was not returned. Of course I thought it was Radice at first.

That boy Raus repaid kindness with vengeance and actually dared to cut off God's grace. I only wonder how he could find a way to do this with his strength. On the day that Emperor Sforza died, Sforza had just entered the Sistine

Chapel, I am certain that the invitation from Ladislaus fell into the hands of Adrian VI without his knowledge. There is no point in pretending to be dumb about such a thing."

"The priesthood of the Dark Sun is centered on secrecy. Can our Lord break through His blindness?" Although it is his own belief and he must maintain respect, Prime Minister Sazastan still has some opinions on the difference between demigods and powerful divine powers.

A little bit of understanding.

In other words, understanding this difference is beyond your imagination.

"Of course His Majesty the Great Vision Knight cannot break through the fog cast by the Dark Sun, but our Lord is still in this plane after all, and is very closely connected with this plane. In this plane, except for Ms. Ye, the Dark Sun can deceive Him. Night.

The lady's person has never had any contact with Ladislaus, it can only be Adrian."

"Does the emperor know?" Sazastan instinctively put the emperor's interests first.

"Brother Emperor, he must be able to get instructions from the Knights of Vision, and we don't have the ability to attack immediately. It would be terrible if Adrian and France are forced to open an alliance." Ferdinand knew his position as "acting Grand Duke" very well.

He has no intention of making decisions on behalf of the emperor. His strength has already put great pressure on Spain's loyal ministers. If he continues to overstep his authority, it will inevitably further damage the brotherly relationship that is already unstable in the face of power.

"Speaking of this, I also feel that this time it was too easy to choose the pope and give Ladislaus the position of cardinal." He was almost rushing to give the power to Ladislaus.

"Indeed, he changed Ladislaus's memory, and perhaps took away part of his soul. There must be something behind his return to Rome this time. It would be best to prevent Ladislaus from returning to Rome." Although he doesn't want to be with him.

It was true that the Pope turned against him, but Ferdinand had no intention of ignoring Ladislaus.

"It's not impossible. I asked Ladislaus to postpone accepting the position of cardinal, and he readily agreed. If you come forward and promise him a position as a German religious prince, it would be a good idea for him not to return to Rome for the time being.

Yes, the Archbishop of Salzburg and the Archbishop of Magdeburg are both very old, and their priests are not of a high level, so their days are probably numbered.

The territory is rich and politically important. Although there is no red coat, the real benefits are sufficient, and I think Ladislaus will be satisfied." Salzburg is close to Austria and has the advantage of salt and iron, while horse racing

Gothenburg is located between the Electorate of Saxony and the Electorate of Brandenburg. It has a very important strategic position, and it is also possible for religious princes to hold several territories at the same time.

The archbishops in these two positions are not electors, and with the military support of the Warlock Royal Family, even if the true electorate pope is not happy, he can only accept it. Forcibly rejecting it will only damage his own authority, so basically the true electorate pope will not obstruct the emperor's selection.

"When we have completely solved France, we can go back and settle accounts with Adrian. The invitation is a priceless treasure and must not fall into the hands of the enemy." The acting Grand Duke understood the seriousness of the problem more thoroughly, and the "invitation to the feast" was not

It is just a dagger, but it is also the continuation of the essence of Barbarossa, the Knight of Vision. The True Chosen Pope and Cyric behind him have threatened the foundation of the Warlock Royal Family.

"Although the Dark Sun is the most powerful god now, and the True Chosen Pope is the most powerful mortal now, the Knights of Great Vision and His Majesty the Emperor will definitely defeat them. As long as Spain and Austria cooperate closely, the world will be full of waves.

In the palm of your hand." Prime Minister Sazhastan was so heroic and determined to assist his monarch to trample the world under his feet.
Chapter completed!