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Chapter 126 Nelson's Allegiance (Please recommend)

"Princess of the Emperor of the Empire, but there are three grandsons who have the right to inherit the Duke of Sardinia, and you are only one of them. How can your Highness prove that this is not your one-sided statement? What's more, our Duke of Sardinia has been in close contact with the Central Empire in recent years. Not too many contacts." Nelson questioned again, but this time he finally said a few more words.

"Before, because of my grandfather's policy of the Continental Army, the two parties did not have much contact, but since my father succeeded to the throne, he has strengthened the development of the navy and paid more attention to maritime trade. The parliament does not have any advantages, so it is willing to provide more bargaining chips. Both of them hope to incorporate Sardinia into the national territory, and our condition is to let the Duchy of Sardinia continue to be a relatively independent duchy."

Liya paused and continued, "As for the issue of inheritance rights, it is true that I have two cousins ​​who also have inheritance rights. Although their two families also have a pivotal position in the two countries, after all, neither the Business Alliance nor the Austrian Law Council has The royal family, many things need to be negotiated internally and redistributed interests. It is inevitable to divide the Duchy of Sardinia to a certain extent. Only our empire can guarantee the integrity of the Duchy of Sardinia, because the entire duchy will be handed over to me. Satin Duke Ding's bloodline will continue to rule the duchy."

"The conditions do sound good, but since your Royal Highness is under the direct control of the royal family, it means that the great nobles of the empire cannot share any benefits, so they will not make too much effort for it, and the Central Empire Although we have started to pay attention to the navy in the past two years, our sea power is still very weak. After all, our Duchy of Sardinia is a sea territory. Without enough sea power, no matter how good the conditions are, it is useless.” Although Nelson is a soldier, he has good political wisdom. , but his mind is not in politics.

"Because of this, we need Your Excellency's strength. As long as Your Excellency supports the Empire, the Empire's lack of sea power can be greatly made up for, and Your Excellency will also receive due recognition."

"I am a soldier, as long as I have soldiers and battles, I don't need to tempt me with benefits. It is very easy to get my support. Your Highness, you only need to prove that the Duke of Sardin supports you, and I will support you." You, whether in the past or in the future, I will only serve the Duke of Sardinia."

Liya showed a wry smile, "As expected, I still need the support of my grandfather!"

"Your Excellency Nelson, Duke Sardin asked me to bring you some words."

Liya's complexion changed, and she took out a magic gemstone from her bag. After a short spell, a ray of light was suddenly projected from the magic gemstone, and it shone straight on the wall of the hall. It was an image recorded by magic.

In the image, the old Duke is half lying on the bed. His complexion is yellow, and he is only skin and bones. People can tell that his time is numbered, and his voice is not as full of air as Nelson is familiar with. , but low and lacking in strength, even intermittently: "Nelson, I am a half-elf, and you are also a half-elf. I only have 3 daughters and no sons. You are like my son. You are a good soldier, but You are not a qualified lord, so I hope you can support my granddaughter Liya as you support me. She may be young, but she is the most suitable person to continue the blood and tradition of the Sardinian family.

Do you still remember what I said to you in private when I first met you? 'Boy, seeing you reminds me of me when I was younger, do it well, I'll keep my eyes on you', you're doing a great job, but keep doing better, I'll continue in heaven Staring at you. "

When the image was put here, Nelson's eyes were already filled with tears, but he resisted not letting them flow, and asked with a trembling voice, "Is he gone?"

"Well, I just left." Liya replied.

Hearing this answer, Nelson shook his body and tilted his head upwards. After more than 10 seconds, he knelt down on one knee and said to Liya: "Duke Sardinia, Nelson Anderson pledges his allegiance to you."

"Thank you. It is a great honor to receive your allegiance." Liya quickly reached out to support her.

"His Royal Highness, what do you need me to do?" Nelson asked after getting up.

"Your Excellency Nelson has more experience than me, and I don't know much about the Sea Lions, so you just need to do what you think will help me inherit the Duke of Sardinia. to prevent the landing of parliamentary troops on Sardinia."

"Please leave it to me, my Duke, I will never let you down."

"Viscount Nelson, which minister or general do you think I should contact first?"

"You don't need to go to the Minister of the Navy. He has a conflict with me. Since I have sworn allegiance to you, His Highness, he will definitely not vote for you. First, go to see the Minister of Military Affairs and the Commander of the Guards, and then you can go to the Minister of State. "

"The Minister of Military Affairs and the Commander of the Guards?"

"The Minister of Military Affairs is in charge of all the troops under the Duke of Sardinia. Strictly speaking, he is my immediate superior in name, but my Sea Lion Corps and the Duke's Guards are directly led by the Duke of Sardinia, and he has It also holds the city guard of the city of Cagliari, the capital of the Duchy of Sardinia.”

After a pause, Nelson continued, "As for the commander of the personal guards, you just need to show him these two sea lion tokens. He was taken into the army by the old Duke Jane just like me, and he is as close as I am." Brother, the bodyguard is the Duke's private army, although it is small in scale, it is very elite. Forget it, let me run for you, if your Highness is willing."

Speaking of which, Nelson threw the two sea lion tokens in his hand to Liya.

"Of course I would, it's really my wish, so I'll leave it to Your Excellency Nelson." Liya replied immediately, and took over the two sea lions.

"The old duke just passed away. The situation is urgent. I won't keep His Highness any longer. Let's split up now." After saying this, Nelson finally turned his head to look at Yun Xiaohan for the first time, but what he said later was not So likable, "Your Highness, is this the only guard for you? Do you need me to arrange a few guards for you?"

Hearing this, Yun Xiaohan couldn't help but rolled his eyes, and Liya also turned sideways and smiled at Yun Xiaohan, with a bit of narrowness, her eyes were like a pool of clear water, and her eyes froze It's like a pearl fainting.

After staring at Yun Xiaohan for a few seconds, which made him a little embarrassed, she suddenly turned around and said in a drawn out voice: "I am a guard, although I am a bit rude and don't know much about etiquette, but I am commendable for my loyalty and strength. Barely, passable."

"Barely? Is it okay? Then please accept my escort, Your Highness." Nelson obviously lacked sense of humor. He took it seriously and interrupted hastily.

Seeing this situation, Liya didn't dare to continue joking, and said seriously: "Sorry, I shouldn't be joking, but Lord Yun Xiaohan is very capable. I was able to get to the island in time and meet grandpa. He has made great efforts. Yes, I trust him to keep me safe."

"Your Highness, please don't make fun of the warrior's ability and dignity in the future, Lord Yun Xiaohan, please accept my apology, I am sorry for my contempt for you."

Hearing this, Yun Xiaohan couldn't help but pay tribute to Mr. Nelson. As a general in command of a heavy army and a confidant of the dukedom, at this critical moment, he has not been proud of his weight. Apologies, it shows his character.

Yun Xiaohan hurriedly bowed his body to express his acceptance of the other party's apology, but Liya couldn't help but raise her delicate nose and small mouth.

(End of this chapter)