Xiao Ran narrowed his eyes after hearing Shurzenier's words. He took a deep look at Shurzenier, who had a calm smile and a serious expression. He started to think about why Shurzenier suddenly said that.
Hugh's revelation was indeed a little surprising. Charles actually wanted to send Bismarck to the 11th district to take over Euphemia's position. Generally speaking, only members of the royal family could become the governor, but Knights of the Round Table were not in this category, especially Bismarck, who Charles trusted the most. Even if it was another Round Table Knight, they might not be able to replace a member of the royal family and become the governor, but Bismarck had the ability to do so.
The reason for sending Bismarck to the 11th district was to investigate the Black Knights, but perhaps it was just a superficial reason. As for why Charles wanted to send Bismarck to the 11th district, it might be because he sensed that something was wrong in the 11th district, or there might be other reasons. It might also be because of Pendragon's appearance, which made Charles feel that something was wrong. It might not necessarily be because he knew what Loide and Xiao Ran did, but it was also very likely that he was more interested in Loide's project and wanted someone completely trustworthy to keep an eye on it. Of course, there could also be other reasons.
Once Bismarck went to the 11th district, Euphemia would probably have to return to the capital. After all, there had never been a case where a prince or princess was the deputy of a member of the royal family. So, once Bismarck went to the 11th district, Euphemia would definitely return to the capital. What Xiao Ran did in the 11th district, especially the fact that he emptied most of the cherry stone inventory, could not be hidden anymore. Therefore, Xiao Ran definitely did not want such a thing to happen. Not only because of the cherry stone, but also because of the 11th district, which Xiao Ran regarded as his own land. At the same time, he also did not want Euphemia to return to the capital at this time. This was because Xiao Ran felt that Charles must have other ideas, and he might even want to use Euphemia to threaten him.
As for Hugh Zenaire who said all this, Xiao Ran did not know what he was thinking. The emotions he displayed, at least from what Xiao Ran could sense, were extremely calm. There was no malice, but there was also no kindness. Apart from this, Hugh Zenaire purposely mentioned the Black Knights and the mysterious disappearance of the Lion Roaring Legion. He emphasized the word 'mysterious', as if he was pointing out that the Black Knights and the Lion Roaring Legion had something to do with each other. Xiao Ran was sure that Hugh Zenaire did not know anything. It was just an inference under an illogical premise. His words and emotions faintly revealed a hint of probing.
In addition, Hugh Zenaire did not show any hostility. It was difficult for a person who prioritized benefits to show kindness. However, Xiao Ran also sensed another emotion in Hugh Zenaire's heart, which was desire. But what was this guy's desire?
The disappearance of the Lion Roaring Legion was indeed a big mistake for Xiao Ran. After all, the Lion Roaring Legion disappeared too suddenly. Additionally, the soldiers of the 19th District took over the territory of the rebel army too smoothly. Without the core of the Lion Roaring Legion, the rebel army would not be able to make any waves. For the soldiers of the 19th District, it was as good as nothing. However, the sudden disappearance of the core of the rebel army would indeed make people feel that something was wrong.
However, whether Hugh Zenaire was probing or deliberately revealing this information, Xiao Ran did not care too much about it. Even if Charles wanted to dispatch Bismarck to the 11th District, it did not matter because Bismarck would not have a chance to set foot in the 11th District. There were many reasonable reasons for the mysterious disappearance of the Lion Roaring Legion. It had nothing to do with him at all. However, the most important thing was that Charles did not have much time left in that position.
But what exactly was Hugh Zenair thinking?
Xiao Ran deliberately paused for a moment. He did not pretend to be surprised or confused, nor did he show any dissatisfaction. He just said in an extremely calm tone, "Is that so? I have never heard that Knight Bismarck is going to the 11th district. But why did Your Highness tell me this news?"
"Haha." Hugh Zenair chuckled and said, "Euphoria is a very cute little sister. It's a good thing for her to be able to leave the capital and go to the 11th district. Now that something like this has happened and she has to return to the capital, I feel a little sorry for her and feel bad for her. But Knight Lulusius, you seem to have a good relationship with Euphemia. I hope you can let Euphemia be mentally prepared. "
"The situation in the capital is a lot more complicated, and it is not suitable for a pure girl like Euphemia. I hope that she can stay in the 11th District, but now that things have been settled, as her brother, I can only do my best to help her maintain that hard-earned innocence."
Hugh Zenaire's words were reasonable, and there was a lot of goodwill in his words. He was not directly targeting Xiao Ran, but using Euphemia to express his position. Xiao Ran believed in this attitude. Hugh Zenaire was a person who put benefits above everything else. At the very least, in Hugh Zenaire's eyes, Xiao Ran was a benefit worth fighting for.
"Haha." Xiao Ran shook his head and said with a smile, "Your Highness, if you have something to say, just say it. It is a waste of time and energy to beat around the bush."
Hugh Zenaire looked at Xiao Ran and smiled faintly, "I have heard that Knight Lulusius is a very straightforward person. Even in front of His Majesty, he would refuse to carry out orders and tasks. Today, I have finally seen it for myself. Well, I will not beat around the bush with you."
Xiao Ran nodded, "Please go ahead."
Hugh Zenaire said, "You must be prepared when you go to His Majesty."
Xiao Ran was puzzled, "Huh? What do you mean, Your Highness? "
Hugh Zenaire didn't want to keep Knight Lelouch in suspense. "Knight Lelouch, although you have made a great contribution in the 19th sector, this is not the case in the capital. Knight Lelouch, you are only the deputy governor in the 19th sector. For the sake of the reputation of the Royal Family or for some other reasons, Cornelia is still the main focus of the propaganda. No matter what, on the surface, Cornelia led the soldiers to victory. Knight Lelouch, you, Knight Lelouch, don't have much weight in the propaganda. You can even say you don't have much weight."
"But if that's all, it's not like His Majesty won't forget your contribution. Cornelia will receive the honor on behalf of the Royal Family, but your contribution won't be erased. However, in the last battle, when the Black Knights' Pendragon appeared, it was a different story. Even if you have some contributions, Cornelia can't bear the loss of that battle. So, the only one who can bear the loss is you, Knight Lelouch."
"You will bear the loss of almost all the soldiers in the 19th sector. Knight Lulusius, you should be able to guess the consequences even if I don't say more. More importantly, you are no longer a threat to the Scarlet Knights. The Scarlet Knights were also annihilated. Plus, your attitude towards His Majesty … Haha."
"So, His Majesty thinks that I am no longer useful and is ready to make a move on me?" Xiao Ran smiled indifferently and said, "But even so, there is no one in the entire Empire who is stronger than me. Although the current situation has calmed down because of Pendragon's appearance, it does not mean that the threat of Butaria will disappear. At this time, severing one's own arm is not something a great emperor would do."
"But what if the Scarlet Knights are reorganized and taken in?" Zenaire said slowly, "In addition to the Scarlet Knights, there is another force that only listens to His Majesty's orders. The Scarlet Knights have no power, and what is left is just a pile of loose sand. Even if they regroup, they will not be able to return to their original state in a short period of time. If they want to develop, they cannot do so without the support of the Empire. I believe that Captain Cornelia of the Scarlet Knights will make a clear choice this time."
"But you are different. A warrior who has made it clear that he will not obey orders will either find a way to control you or find a way to get rid of you. The method to control you has already been implemented, and it will not be too difficult to get rid of you in this country. Besides, don't you think that you have been too close to the Scarlet Knights because of the war in the 19th sector?"
"Is this the emperor's plan?" Xiao Ran laughed. He did not hide the disdain and ridicule in his laughter. "So, you are saying that such a large convoy is not here to welcome me, but to escort me?"
Schnell leisurely said, "That's why I'm here. With me here, no one will be able to deal with you. I can also help His Majesty get through this crisis, but I also hope that you can do something for me." Schnell nodded.
Xiao Ran spat out these two words, and Hugh Zenaire could no longer maintain the calm expression on his face. His heart was also shaken. "Coup d 'état?"
Zenaire's eyes widened a little. He looked at Xiao Ran with an expression of disbelief. But soon, his face returned to normal. "Oh, Knight Lelouch, why do you say that?"
Xiao Ran said slowly, "Charles is a man of his own will. He will not change his mind because of you. Since he is ready to make a move on me, it is useless for anyone to persuade him. But I am afraid that you are not sure whether he will choose to control me or kill me. If you want to change his mind, you will have to make him lose the right to carry out his thoughts. So, other than a coup, I can't think of any other possibilities. Besides, Your Highness Zenaire, your attitude towards the Crown Prince has already made a lot of things clear."
"Clap, clap, clap." Zenaire clapped his hands and looked at Xiao Ran with admiration. "As expected of the Knight Lelouch who made the EU suffer a great loss. Your insight is indeed amazing. What do you think, Knight Lelouch?"
Xiao Ran said, "A coup is not impossible. But after the coup, should I or you be in charge?"
Zenaire narrowed his eyes. "Knight Lelouch, what do you mean by that?"
"Because I am also preparing for a coup," Xiao Ran said with a smile. "A coup in the name of Lelouch Britalia."
Hugh Zenaire could no longer maintain his composure, and his expression changed drastically as he stared at Xiao Ran. "Impossible!?"
"Even though I am using the name Lelouch, I am not Lelouch. That is why Charles was willing to put me in the 19th section." Xiao Ran understood what Hugh meant by 'impossible', so he explained with great interest, "But the fact that I'm using this name is a declaration of the return of Luluxiu Britalia. That's right, I'm one of His Highness Luluxiu's people. Not only me, but also the Bloody Knights and the core forces of the resistance army in section 19 are all His Highness Luluxiu's people. Oh right, even the Black Knights are His Highness Luluxiu's people."
"I don't know when you came up with the idea of a coup, but our plan has been going on for a long time. The 11th District has been completely infiltrated, including the Special Mission Research Institute that Charles has invested in. The Pendragon is actually a body created by the Special Mission Research Institute. The 19th District is also the same. Cornelia has completely stood on our side. The appearance of the Pendragon, the failure of both sides in the war between EU and Britaria, the destruction of the Scarlet Knights, all of this is the script we arranged."
"Haha, whether it is you or Charles, your vision is too bad. This world is completely different from before, but you still look at it with the same eyes. You maintain that kind of incomprehensible arrogance. You think you can control everything. You think that the Blood Knights have no power to fight after their bodies are destroyed? No, true power is something you can never imagine. I am telling you this because you feel like you have been slapped in the face. Do you feel like your face is hurting now? "
Xiao Ran smiled and looked at Zenaire with great interest, "Let me tell you something else. Now that our forces have been completely planted in the capital, with one order, the entire capital's upper echelons will be controlled. The palace will also be breached in the shortest time possible. I am now taking the initiative to go to the palace. Don't you think this is part of the plan?"
"Now, His Highness Zenaire, I sincerely invite you on behalf of His Highness Lelouch. I hope you can become one of us and overthrow Charles' tyranny and restore this country to its original state. I can also promise you on behalf of His Highness Lelouch that you can't get the throne, but we are willing to give you the power of the emperor."
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