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Chapter 114 - 114 96 Adding Fuel to the Fire_3

114: Chapter 96, Adding Fuel to the Fire_3 114: Chapter 96, Adding Fuel to the Fire_3 As one of the main armies of the Clergy, Shelter VII could never allow the Judgement Knights to fall into chaos.

“Bishop Soren is right, Captain Blake should only bear minor responsibility.

However, if his subordinates continue to mess things up, shouldn’t Captain Blake reflect on himself?

Whether it’s a lack of judgment in choosing people, inappropriate use of his subordinates, limited personal capability that can’t handle the responsibilities of managing the Judgement Knights, or even just a lack of commitment in his work.

In short, Captain Blake must have a clear self-positioning to ensure there are no similar mistakes next time.”

Upon hearing his old rival speaking, Blake knew he was in trouble.

It seemed that he was given a choice, but in reality, there was no choice at all.

He could not admit to the charge of “lack of commitment”, that would be a principle issue.

Being indifferent while serving the Divine Spirit would be blasphemous.

Poor judgment and improper use of people are signs of limited personal capability.

The tag of “incompetence” was set on him.

Even if he managed to avoid this crisis, his influence in the Clergy would be greatly reduced, and it may even affect the status of the Judgement Knights within the church.

“Thank you for your reminder, Captain Gulay.

I will reflecto deeply afterwards.

However, whether I am fit for the current position is strictly an internal matter of the Judgement Knights.

There’s no need for you, the regiment commander of the Arbitration Knights, to worry.”

Shelter VII was torn between joy and sorrow.

The Clergy had fundamentally changed over time.

All major institutions within the church had serious inbreeding.

Allegedly, the clergy were to devote everything to the Divine Spirit, yet illegitimate children were everywhere.

Many positions had adopted the hereditary system.

Shelter VII wanted to change this, but he didn’t know where to start.

After all, his position as the Pope was granted that way.

If his ancestors had not been Popes and held significant influence within the church, he would not have occupied this position.

Being a beneficiary of this rule made changing the rules almost impossible.

Fortunately, the major powers within the church kept each other in check and were full of contradictions.

Otherwise, his life as Pope would be much harder.

“Alright, stop arguing.

Firstly, settle the commotion with the Alpha Kingdom.

The Judgement Knights will be responsible for all losses resulting from this.

I don’t care how you solve the deficit, even if you have to pay out of your pocket, Blake.

The capabilities of the Judgement Knights cannot be affected.

As for the Alpha Kingdom, who have caused us so much trouble, they can’t get away so easily.

Isn’t Caesar III cocky?

Let’s give him something to do and make him feel annoyed.

The Orc Empire has been silent for a long time, it’s time to stir them up.

The Lionman race changed their emperor a few years ago.

The new Lionman Emperor has been itching to invade the south, but the seemingly undying Bimon Emperor, who was unable to stir up his sword, detests seeing the glory of others in the war and found an excuse to stop him.

Now that Bimon Emperor is old, once this long living emperor dies, the political structure of the Orc Empire, the Five Emperors Co-ruling, will inevitably be broken.

However, the current crown prince of Bimon is also old and will likely continue this long-living political line.

If we want them to invade the south, we have to add more fuel to the fire.”

Shelter VII said coldly.

As if instigating the southward invasion of the Orcs was as natural as eating and drinking, he did not care about the loss it would bring to the human race at all.

No one was surprised as the Clergy had done similar things many times.

Only a thousand years ago, the Clergy started wars mainly to guide human expansion, spread the glory of the Lord of the Dawn, and incidentally compete for living space among species; while now, the church provokes wars simply to eliminate opponents.

“Your Majesty, please be assured.

I promise not to let the operation of the Judgment Knights be affected in any way!”

Blake quickly assured.

Although being short of funds was hard, the primary task right now was to keep his position.

If the budget was insufficient, he could simply reduce the expenditure.

The largest impact was on the middle and lower strata.

Regardless of how things changed, the life of the upper echelon wouldn’t be affected.

After looking at Blake, Shelter VII seemed very satisfied with his statement and said:

“Since you are so confident, then I’ll leave the matter of the Orc Empire to the Judgement Knights.

The glory of the Church is inviolable.

Any actions that provoke the dignity of the Church must be severely punished.

I don’t care how you do it, but the Orc Empire must launch a southern invasion within three years.

If you can’t manage it, consider stepping down and proceeding to the Ascetic Monk Camp.”

The Ascetic Monk Camp is composed of believers who are most devout to the Lord of the Dawn.

It has always been the most sacred fortification of the church.

But all of this was just for public consumption.

Among the upper echelons of the church, no one wanted to experience life in the Ascetic Monk Camp.

The stringent religious rules and the day-to-day simple diet would be enough to drive any normal person to the edge of insanity.

Blake felt an instant pressure on himself.

Three years might seem like a long time, but to influence the direction of a country’s policy, it is too short.

Especially since the long-living Bimon Emperor was still alive.

As long as this highly prestigious old man did not approve, the invasion to the south would be hard to go through.

It was no surprise.

Bimon Emperor’s biggest achievement was his southward invasion that seized a large area of land from the Alpha Kingdom.

In his old age, he naturally did not want to start a new war as he didn’t have the energy to lead the troops south anymore.

If he won the war, the prestige of the other emperors would surge, threatening his position as the first person in the Orc Empire.

If he lost, there was a possibility to return the previously seized land, and his great achievements might be nullified.

Any experienced politician would oppose a war that is a loss regardless of its outcome.

Even if such a war did start, it should take place after his death to avoid affecting his prestige.