He continued reading, his face growing gloomier. He finally understood why Gode did what he did.
The issue now wasn't about keeping the navy but whether he could hold on to the monarchy.
The local powerful nobles and family branches were colluding, preparing to seize the opportunity of his absence from the Imperial Capital to support a new king.
He was so angry that he trembled all over, wishing he could immediately lead the Imperial Guard back to the Imperial Capital to capture these rebels in one fell swoop.
However, he couldn't leave, for Roland was just outside the city.
The terrain of Hosen Castle is unique, built by the mountains; a complete siege is impossible. Sven the Seventh could easily slip away with a few bodyguards, but leaving alone was useless.
Only the king with military support was truly a king; without military protection, he was just a vagrant called Sven.
Sven the Seventh took several deep breaths and waved to signal the messenger to withdraw.
