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Chapter 628 - 628 153 The Game Behind the Scenes_2

628: Chapter 153, The Game Behind the Scenes_2 628: Chapter 153, The Game Behind the Scenes_2 The inside story was all Hudson’s personal speculation, which he couldn’t possibly speak of openly.

Even if the nobles present didn’t recognize the problem now, they would slowly understand over time.

But knowing was one thing, it didn’t stop Hudson from taking the opportunity to shift the blame onto Duke Pias.

Since they were sworn enemies, his actions were naturally ruthless.

Perhaps sensing the hostile stares from the crowd, Duke Pias hastily explained, “Earl Hudson, I am also in the dark.

I’ll be forthright with you all.

Reporting to the Alliance Council has nothing to do with the Rocknard family.

Even I only found out recently.

Upon receiving the news, I immediately ordered the recall of that fool, Georv.

Unfortunately, it was a step too late; the man had already disappeared in the Frank Kingdom.

From our investigation into Georv, we discovered that he was in contact with several factions recently.

Most notably is—the Cult July Club.”

Without informing his family, Georv suddenly reported to the Alliance Council; he was probably controlled by the cult organization!”

There were plenty of suspects, but the July Club was the easiest to bully.

Without proof, Duke Pias dared not offend freely; he could only pick this easy target.

“Duke Pias, are you sure you’re not joking?”

I suppose we all know how strict the Alliance Council’s screening is.

It’s impossible to sneak someone under the influence of evil magic into the council.

Even if it was the Cult July Club’s doing, it would only be possible with Georv’s active cooperation to bypass the checks.”

“The man is from the Rocknard family, representing the Rocknard family’s seat in the Alliance.

Now that there’s a problem and you say it has nothing to do with it, do you think that’s reasonable?”

Furiously, Earl Piers questioned.

As the one who was most severely impacted, he could no longer abide by his previous agreement with the Rocknard family.

He had lost interest in collaborating with such an unreliable ally.

Punishing Hudson was crucial, but it had to be done the right way.

Even if the Rocknard family reported Hudson for embezzling military supplies to the kingdom, Earl Piers would accept it.

But this method of suddenly reporting to the Human Alliance Council at the slightest disagreement was something he couldn’t comprehend about the Rocknard family’s intentions.

He did not believe, or rather did not want to believe, Duke Pias’s explanation.

Georv was a core member of the Rocknard family, holding the important position of a Councilor in the Alliance, and was undoubtedly surrounded by top-notch protectors.

It would be extremely difficult for the July Club to even approach him, not to mention control him with evil magic and manipulate him to file a report in the Alliance Council.

If they were really that capable, the July Club would have long caused chaos in the Alpha Kingdom, and wouldn’t still be a mere cult organization.

Even if they needed to shift the blame, they should have chosen a more credible excuse that would be easier for everyone to accept.

“Your Excellency, although the situation seems illogical, this is indeed the truth.”

Just think about it, what benefit would I gain by reporting the Commander in Chief to the Alliance Council, an act of defiance?”

Duke Pias tried his best to explain.

This unfounded accusation was a burden he couldn’t bear.

From the murderous gaze of the numerous nobles, it was clear that this meeting was essentially a trap targeted at him.

If he were able to clear things up, the Rocknard family would remain a major noble family in the Alpha Kingdom; but if he bore the brunt of the blame, he would no longer be able to mingle in noble circles.

“Hmph!”

After a cold snort, the rational Earl Piers withdrew his “offensive”.

They indeed had common enemies, and it wouldn’t do the Dalton family any good if they did finish off the Rocknard family.

Seeing this, Hudson couldn’t help but smile.

Setting two enemies against each other was undoubtedly the easiest method.

The rift was already there.

It would not be easy for the two families to cooperate in the future.

“Duke Pias, since you have now given an explanation, I will choose to believe you for now.

But ultimately, this was a matter provoked by the Rocknard family, and they should bear the responsibility.

I’m not asking for much, as long as the Rocknard family can make up for the loss this time, I can ignore this incident!”

Count Carlos interjected, reminding all the nobles present.

Regardless of whether there was a backstage culprit, the Rocknard family must be held responsible for this incident.

Otherwise, where would we recover our losses?

The July Club, a destitute cult organization, might not have the means to compensate everyone even if they were captured!”

“Carlos is right; since this incident was provoked by the Rocknard family, they should be the ones held accountable.

I also don’t demand much, as long as the Duke can secure enough strategic supplies to balance our books, we can consider this matter finished!”

Count Martins said with a jovial demeanor.

In an instant, the Rocknard family was under pressure from the three of the Twelve Fiefdom Earls, and Hudson vaguely saw the existence of cliques.

Without a doubt, these three families clearly sided with each other politically.

Otherwise, they wouldn’t come out at this time to challenge the Rocknard family together.”

In a sense, this was also provoked by Hudson.

Originally, each family took care of their own interests and sought their own ways to fill the gap.

But with Hudson’s previous declaration, everyone had to cover not only their own losses, but they also had to balance their subordinates’ accounts before the issue would be considered closed.