OBS Chapter 277 Gold Coins Explode
Chapter 277 Gold Coins Explode
"What? You want us to convict Andrew of treason!"
As one of the chief justices of Mont-de-Marsan, Viscount Matt was so frightened after hearing what John said that he almost lost his footing. This new governor was really bold, he wanted to fight against the local tyrant just three months after he came.
John was very confused when he saw the embarrassing look on the other side. This was inconsistent with his view of nobility.
"No, why are you so scared? He's not the king."
Viscount Matt heard John say this and said helplessly:
"His Chamber of Commerce already controls the local economy, and he often bribes the ministers of Wendam. Moreover, each of us owes a large debt to the Andrew Chamber of Commerce, so if they really take action, it will be a huge blow to us."
At this point, John began to feel a little disappointed with his friend, so he changed his approach and asked:
"Let me ask you, just because you owe money, can Andrew deprive you of your title and reduce your territory?"
"Uh..." Matt thought about it carefully, and it seemed that neither was possible.
Seeing that Matt couldn't answer, John continued to ask:
"Next question, you said he has someone above him. Can he get the king to send a special envoy to help him solve the problem?"
"No," Matt replied.
"Isn't that a big deal? Then what are you afraid of? He can't deprive you of your title and territory, nor can he send a royal envoy to punish you. Is there anything else he is better than you besides being rich?"
"Besides, don't you owe him money? Let's sentence him to prison, and then take back his Chamber of Commerce. Then I can settle the debts you owe me, right?"
Seeing that he was still a little hesitant, John said directly, "Really? These nobles drink and play with women every day. Have their brains become stupid after so long? They don't even know how to use the privileges of the nobility. They can actually be controlled by a stupid businessman."
"Yes, I don't have to pay the debt now." Matt was enlightened by what John said, but he still asked cautiously:
"Is this really okay? What if he doesn't plead guilty?"
"It doesn't matter if he doesn't plead guilty, but if the defendant, the judge, and the assassin hired by the plaintiff all agree that Andrew is the mastermind behind the scenes, how should he answer?" John said directly. He had already dealt with the assassin. He confessed everything before the memory recovery operation was halfway through, and expressed his willingness to cooperate.
After receiving the assurance and detailed plan, Matt immediately went back to draft the complaint with John's permission.
"Excuse me, sir." Jacques said after Matt left. At this time, he had a bandage on his left cheek to pretend that he was injured in yesterday's assassination.
"According to intelligence, Andrew often gives money to Wendam's ministers. You have robbed them of their money bags. Aren't you afraid that they will retaliate against you later, such as complaining to His Majesty the King?"
"It doesn't matter. Many people have complained to His Majesty the King about me, and they can't even get a number. If anyone really wants to cause trouble for me, let them come and go south with me to fight the Lana people." John said nonchalantly.
As John got to know the officials of Windham better, he discovered that these so-called court factions were local factions, and most of them were mouthpieces for the royal family or local lords. Their purpose was to create trouble in the court, confuse right and wrong in front of the king, and suppress the influence of political opponents in Windham.
But these methods were basically useless to John. First of all, John had no political power in Windham. He just relied on his strong military force and military achievements to intimidate these people. If the official career is a moving car, then John's army and military achievements are the wheels, and his connections and political power are the lubricant. The car can still run without the lubricant, but without the army representing the wheels, it is a blessing that the official career can remain unchanged.
What's more, John's current official position is Governor of the Southwest, which is the king's highest local official position and he can speak directly to the king.
Of course, there is also the more important first point. The more John is excluded by the ministers in the palace, the more the king will use him, because most of the ministers are always against the king. The more your enemies oppose you, the more right you are.
Now John, the court faction and the local faction form a stable triangle. If John is not supported and votes for the court or the local government, the king's checks and balances policy will be in vain.
Of course, if someone is stubborn, John does not recommend talking to him alone. The prerequisite is that he has to come to Mont-de-Marsan by himself and go south with John to fight the Lana people. For this reason, most people who value their lives dare not come.
On the next day, three teams consisting of the White Wolf Knights and sergeants led by John, Jacques' wartime patrol, and court staff led by Matt first gathered at the embassy and then set out for Andrew's residence in a mighty manner.
"My Lord, it's bad. Governor John has sent troops here!"
The butler pushed open the door of Andrew's bedroom. Andrew, who had just been awakened by the sound of the door, was about to get furious, but was frightened back into bed by the butler's words. He really didn't expect that John would bring people to arrest him because of an assassination. Wasn't it said that the war between the powerful would affect the subordinates?
"Hurry up and capture the mercenaries. Tell them that as long as they stop John, they can get as much money as they want."
Looking at Andrew's stupid appearance, the manager sighed and said:
"Master, which mercenary dares to confront Governor John directly? Even the mercenary group that cooperated with us the most immediately kicked me out after hearing about this."
"Damn it! Send someone to block the door. Butler, quickly prepare the most valuable checks and gold. I have to leave here quickly... I want to go to Wendam! I want to accuse John of his crimes in front of the king!"
Andrew at this moment was like an ant on a hot pan. This was something he had never expected since he took control of the Chamber of Commerce. The tricks he used to deal with nobles and business bureaucrats had no effect at all in front of John, and John could cause Andrew to suffer huge losses with just a casual move.
"Go in and arrest everyone you see in this mansion, especially Andrew. Governor John specifically wants to arrest him."
With the noise coming from downstairs, Andrew could no longer remain calm. He opened the window and prepared to jump down. However, when he looked down, he bumped into the eyes of the soldiers surrounding outside. A large number of soldiers surrounded the area under the window where Andrew was, fearing that he would jump out of the window and escape.
"It's over, it's all over." Andrew leaned against the wall with a deathly pale face, and was then captured by the soldiers who arrived and taken to the living room of the mansion.
Jacques felt sad to see that the president of the Chamber of Commerce, who was so popular a few days ago, had now become John's prisoner. What frightened Jacques even more was that John had shut down a large Chamber of Commerce simply because he had no money.
"Andrew, right? Although we haven't met many times, your good days are over." John said to Jacques:
"Jacques, go up and tie him up and throw him on the carriage."
"Yes."
After receiving the order, Jacques went towards Andrew's place, but Andrew did not want to surrender. He tried to break free and shouted.
"I demand an audience with the king. I'm going to Wendam!"
Suddenly, Jacques, who was standing next to Andrew, stood up and stepped back, and a bloody dagger fell to the ground.
“Damn, I was attacked by Andrew!”
Jacques said in pain as he covered his injured hand.
"What's going on? I didn't do anything!" Andrew was frightened by the sudden scene and was about to say something when he was pressed to the ground by the soldiers. Then, under John's order, he was carried into the prison car at the door.
"Well, who is the manager of the Chamber of Commerce?" John said as he looked around after dealing with Andrew.
"Sir, it's me." The butler could only stand up and respond at this time. Considering the friendship between the old boss and the subordinates to speak well of Andrew at this time was pure suicide. It would be better to completely turn to the new boss.
"You are unemployed now, remember to come to work at my Chamber of Commerce tomorrow."
After John said this, he immediately got up and left. In addition to having to deal with other things, the air here was filled with the smell of wine and perfume, which was very unpleasant.