Chapter 1017: Chapter 552: The Throne Decided—Why Did Your Majesty Plot Rebellion? (Part 4)

The two leading Holy Knights erupted with a brilliant holy light, and the dreadful aura of Fifth Order Legend instantly filled the hall, causing the ministers to hold their breath.

Someone immediately whispered:

"That’s... the Grand Master of the Order of Malta Knights, [Holy Spear] Vallete!"

"The other is the Grand Master of the Impoverished Knights Order, [Sacred Fist] Grover!"

At this moment, even a fool could understand.

The Orthodox Church was determined to seize the Noah’s Ark, sending two Grand Masters with immense power to capture the Mythical Warship.

They planned to use the Kalmar Union as their logistical base and leverage home ground advantage to eliminate any interference.

It was only natural to offer a platform for the [Evernight Queen] of a kingdom.

Even if the Kingdom’s Guardian needed to maintain neutrality during the royal succession.

A Legendary Queen and two Grand Master Holy Knights formed an unbeatable force as the "Big Stick", and the possibly "Kingdom crowns rotate, this year it comes to my household" [Crown] as the "Carrot".

Margaret I didn’t believe anyone could withstand this combination punch.

Seeing the ministers too shocked to respond, she confidently added fuel to the fire, pretending to be magnanimous and waved her hand, saying:

"I am willing to lead by example, abdicate on the spot, and re-enter the election for the position of Grand Master. 𝕗𝕣𝐞𝐞𝘄𝐞𝚋𝚗𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹.𝚌𝕠𝚖

Except for Violet, who is the rightful Crown Prince, everyone may freely enter the election and vote according to their will, and regardless of their choice, I will not blame them."

The glowing light of the [Northern Codex] laws flashed.

The Luminous Crown belonging to the Aalborg Kingdom, Gothenburg Kingdom, and Oslo Kingdom rose into the air, forming a "pin" shape and shining brightly in the hall.

She really did spontaneously give up her throne.

Margaret I’s plan was meticulously calculated.

Most of the people here were hers, and it was impossible for them to put aside long-standing animosity with each other.

Moreover, the position of Grand Master is a lifelong one; she was already old enough that choosing her wouldn’t take much more time for others to gain an opportunity.

Meanwhile, Violet’s advantage of being a young Mythical Creature with a long lifespan suddenly became a disadvantage.

She could perfectly regain power through this opportunity, and make her granddaughter, who sought to lay claim to the Kalmar Union, recognize reality.

Young people, playing political games with me, you are still a hundred years too premature.

Of course, this approach is also related to the neighboring Hightins and the intimidating achievements of the [King of the Wild Hunt].

Otherwise, with such a good hand, I would have simply taken Violet down just like I did with Vanessa before—who would dare utter half a word of dissent?

Just a mere Fourth Order Hero, under the pressure of their three Fifth Order Legends’ aura, don’t even think about standing out to compete, probably not even able to open their mouth...

Bang!

With a sudden loud noise beside her, the Queen abruptly turned her head, looking at Violet who was protected behind a Heavy Knight.

When their combined aura fell upon that tower-like figure, it was as ineffective as a gentle breeze, and suddenly she felt a chill in her heart.

Even more unexpectedly, Violet’s aura, which ought to belong solely to a Fourth Order Hero rank, climbed rapidly.

The roar of Whale Oil Steam Engine and the turning of gears rang in everyone’s ears.

A colossal gate, illusory, appeared behind her, black background with golden inscriptions, depicting a tree diagram.

At the top was the [Tree of Life], while the wheel at the bottom contained the [Creator].

Beneath were ten wings, representing ten overflow stages or ten great powers used by the Creator to display His aspects, also known as the Ten Great Primordials.

Respectively: Crown, Wisdom, Understanding, Benevolence, Strictness, Beauty, Victory, Radiance, Foundation, Kingdom, commencing with Kingdom and progressively advancing.

This was the Legendary profession [Whale Oil Mechanic], the Fifth Order Arcane Art which comprehends the rules of matter and energy transformation: [Gate of Truth]!

Margaret I couldn’t help but constrict her pupils, exclaiming:

"You... when did you break through to Fifth Order Legend?"

Feeling a twinge of unease as things slipped beyond control, but still comforting herself:

"No fear. This contest is about human nature, not mere force; I will definitely not lose!"

Violet first flashed a playful smile at her husband who constantly supported her, then stepped away from his shelter, respectfully lifted her skirt once more to her grandmother, and nonchalantly said:

"I’ve invented a practical whale oil-powered steam engine, with local installations reaching one thousand units three days ago, I naturally broke through."

Then she glanced up at the three unclaimed crowns floating above.

"Since you’ve spoken such sincere words, I won’t hold back."

She then turned with composure and instructed the ministers in the hall:

"Vote now. Those supporting me as the ruler of the Three Kingdoms stand behind me; those supporting Her Majesty the Queen stand behind her."

Differing starkly from the earlier hesitation when the [Evernight Queen] commanded.

Rustle...

In the astonished gaze of Margaret I and the two Grand Master Holy Knights, a large group surprisingly rushed eagerly toward... Violet’s back, some even tumbling in their haste.

The girl continued:

"Those who remain still are considered participating in the Grand Master election."

Upon hearing this, those who were already portrayed by themselves as hesitant, unwilling to leave the price Margaret I mentioned in her speech, immediately rolled over in panic as well.

Are you kidding? Perhaps an average person can’t resist the lure of the crown, but are they normal people?

They are surely the [King of the Wild Hunt], [Myriad Wings Angel], [Holy Spirit], [Prophecy’s Child], [Messiah] Saint Byron’s lower order vassals and Wild Hunt Servants.

Appoint me as king? Is this not seeking to kill?

In the blink of an eye, all the ministers beneath the hall squeezed behind Violet.

When an organization, a nation has only a few undercover agents, they are undoubtedly traitors.

But when an organization, a nation has everyone as traitors, then there’s no longer the position of undercover agents, only the incompatible leader is the traitor.

Isn’t it right—you actually betrayed all of us?

We need to ask, Your Majesty... why the revolt?!!

Just when Margaret I’s thoughts stiffened and remained trance-like for a long time, she suddenly heard Gidro Rohart, whom she had just appointed as Grand Abbot behind her, say:

"Um, Your Majesty, could you... move aside? You’re blocking Violet Queen’s throne."

The impact of this line was more terrifying than a stab in the back with a knife.

At the same time, the Direct Lineage Corps and even the Guardsmen she brought outside the palace were all shouting praises.

But what they were shouting was not "Margaret" but "Violet"!

The aging "Former Queen" suddenly felt the world spinning, and every face familiar yet now seemed so estranged.

"You... you... you..."

She staggered back two steps, raised her emaciated fingers pointing at Violet tremblingly, and at the next moment spewed old blood right on the spot.

"Pooh—!"