Chapter 183 - Volume 2
Chapter 128 – The acknowledgement from the knights
The youth’s voice seemed to linger in their minds.
They were silenced by his words, cutting through their excuses and beliefs, forcing them to lower their heads and ponder upon their actions. Even ardent supporters of the crown, Fleetwood and Makarov’s minds were shaken in that moment. Was the origin of Aouine not the brightest era?
But they calmed down and reinforced their beliefs.
“The ancestral king’s ideals are lofty and admirable, but the era now is different from the era of the past.” The elderly scholar sighed: “To the very end, we cannot allow ourselves to abandon our plans because of the possibility of the Lionheart abandoning us.”
“Ideals will not change reality!” Makarov added to Fleetwood’s words with an indignant voice.
“Therefore you would answer the arrogant and ruthless nobles with your own coldblooded hubris. What is the difference between you and them?” Brendel answered with vehement displeasure. “The royal crown, the nobles, any of you, would not bring real change to Aouine, therefore your failure is assured. Even if you claim victory over Duke Arreck, are you capable of winning against Madara?”
“Stop your nonsense!” Makarov’s voice was like the grinding of teeth: “How would a kingdom splintered into political factions be able to fight against the invaders! This matter has nothing to do with you, now please fulfill your promise and give the Golden Apple to us!”
This is some of the stuff I’m pulling out my head, not sure if there are more.
Royal faction
– Duke Rhun sent all his family members and men guarding into a trap to preserve his son’s life.
– The current king probably worked with Madara and allowed them to invade Aouine, weakening the nobles.
– Makarov uses the Grey Wolves Mercenaries as pawns to get the nobles against the royal faction out in the open, and weakening their forces (the Tree Shepherds).
– Tries to get Brendel to sell the Golden Apple and willing to pay any price.
Nobles faction
– Corruption at Fortress Riedon, witnessed firsthand by Freya (imprisons the militia for bringing news of Madara’s attack).
– Throws away Fortress Riedon and the three villages at the borders without sending aid.
– Buried the truth about the militia’s contribution, made Freya a ‘hero’ to make the citizens happy.
– Also refused to allow the refugees into the cities.
Tree Shepherds
– Tirste is a member of the Tree Shepherds and seeks to do their bidding. He wanted Brendel to create chaos, by inciting a rebel of sorts.
– Tirste forced Brendel in an agreement to create chaos in the city, but even without the latter’s interference, the refugees will revolt (I think).
– Turned Scarlett into an Acolyte
– That fake noble guy from Fortress Riedon wanted Brendel’s girls.