Chapter 1840
The Fall of the Empire
Chapter 1840 The Fall of the Empire (Part 2)
"Schneizel, is it that you really want to become emperor?"
Cornelia did not question the authenticity of the video, but instead questioned Schneizel's ambition.
"Emperor? Who becomes emperor is none of my concern. Is it our eldest brother? Or Clovis, who is currently following Colonel Ming? Or even you? It doesn't matter."
Schneizel chuckled, indicating that he had no desire for that position, nor any urgent desire to possess it.
“What does that position represent? What consequences will it bring? Cornelia, I believe you know better than I do.”
Upon hearing Schneizel's words, Cornelia's expression changed, and she shouted sharply.
"Are you threatening me?! Schneizel!"
“I’m not threatening anyone. I’m just telling the truth, Cornelia.”
Schneizel's relaxed posture leaning back in his chair was a stark contrast to Cornelia's imposing presence.
"What have you been fighting on the battlefield all these years for? You know better than I do. The reason the emperor hasn't made any moves, or rather, hasn't issued any orders, is simply because you've been able to lead the imperial army to conquer more land and bring him more benefits."
Schneizel raised his hand, gesturing for Euphemia to swipe the tablet screen.
Euphemia did as she was told, and the next second after she swiped the video away, a global map with various markers appeared.
"These are relics related to GEASS, which were found and developed by Emperor Charles after the Empire conquered the new territories."
Under Schneizel's patient guidance, Cornelia gradually understood the meaning of the markings on the global map, and even more so, she understood the real benefits that her years of conquering all sides had brought to Emperor Charles.
"The emperor doesn't care about the gain or loss of land; what he cares about is whether he can find what he wants from the ruins!"
Cornelia didn't want to admit it, but she could tell it was probably true.
Otherwise, why would Emperor Charles suddenly run away and let his princess take over the southern front when the empire was facing such a difficult situation?
The reason is that Emperor Charles didn't care about the gains or losses of the empire, but rather whether the ruins he was focusing on could make his plans succeed.
Seeing the change in Cornelia's expression, Schneizel knew that his persuasion was basically over.
“There’s an Eastern proverb that says, ‘Seeing is believing.’ If Cornelia and Euphemia have any questions, they might as well come with me to see Colonel Ming, the Punisher. Besides Emperor Charles, there might be someone there who will surprise us even more.”
Soon after, Chabrol received news that the Imperial Army had requested a ceasefire.
"Heh! It seems that the Second Prince Schneizel has played his due role."
Gop nodded in satisfaction and casually poured Charlie, the intelligence captain, a cup of hot tea. Charlie quickly thanked him respectfully.
"Grant the princesses' request! With the Empire already bowing down, any request is negotiable. Besides, our Earth Federation will soon welcome a new member state. This is excellent!"
Charlie smiled slightly, but Gop stopped him from speaking.
"No need for compliments! Colonel Ming's contribution is far greater than mine, this old codger who's stuck in Chabro all day. Wait until he gets back before you shower him with compliments!"
"···"
Charlie fell silent for a moment, then gave a wry smile.
"General Gop, you're joking. I never had such thoughts!"
"Whether you have it or not is not important. What matters is that you can do things and do good things."
Gop glanced at Charlie, slowly picked up his glass, took a sip, and sighed softly.
"I really envy that guy Rebil. Even without going back to Earth, he can still reap the rewards without lifting a finger. Tsk~"
On Kage Island.
Clovis and Lelouch arrived at the location of the ruins' gate and met up with He Ming, C.C., and Anya, who had arrived earlier.
"Colonel Ming, Miss C.C., and this lovely lady, hello!" Clovis and Lelouch bowed in turn, which amused C.C.
"Hahahaha! Did you see that? Colonel Ming, and Anna, look at how seriously these two little ones are greeting you, it's hilarious."
He Ming nodded slightly in agreement.
Anya (Marianna), however, frowned in displeasure.
"Tsk! You guys really..."
Before she could finish speaking, Anya (Marianna) had to admit that Clovis and Lelouch couldn't confirm her true identity.
"Fine! You're all just waiting to see me make a fool of myself!"
"No! No. I'm just a little excited."
C.C. glanced at Lelouch, then looked at Anya (Marianne).
"Our original agreement is now invalid."
"So what? Xia Lulu's plan has failed. He's been imprisoned by you. Even with the CODE that grants him immortality, he's just a slightly stronger caged bird."
"Xarulu? A promise?"
Let's leave Clovis aside for now.
Lelouch, who was intelligent from a young age, instantly grasped the key information.
What exactly are you hiding?
Lelouch didn't dare to directly confront He Ming, but instead chose to question C.C. and Anya (Marianne), two women who didn't seem to have a deep relationship with him.
He Ming could see through Lelouch's plan.
After all, he is now Nanali's great benefactor.
Not only did they keep Nunnally away from the troubles on Earth, but they also restored her sight and gradually helped her regain the ability to walk. With such a debt of gratitude before him, Lelouch could not possibly retaliate against Nunnally.
But ah~
CC and Anya (Marianna) exchanged a glance.
Anya (Marianna) sighed.
“CC, I can’t go inside. It’s impossible to explain things clearly in a short time just by talking in this body.”
"Fine!"
CC shrugged, cast an inquiring glance at He Ming, and after receiving He Ming's approval, turned to look at Lelouch and Clovis.
“Come here and take her hand.”
Clovis and Lelouch were puzzled, but they did as instructed.
Although Anya (Marianna) looked very petite, Lelouch could vaguely sense that she was very familiar.
As for Clovis, there's no need to say more.
He had already recognized Anya's identity—one of the Knights of the Round Table of the Empire.
However, because of the other party's familiarity with CC and the fact that he seemed to know a secret but was being controlled by someone, Clovis decided to observe for a while before making any decisions.
After many years, Anya (Marianna) held the hands of her biological son and the other princes once again, sighed slightly, and looked at CC.
"Come! Let's go to that world."
(End of this chapter)