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The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 94

Chapter 94: Public Trial

In the courtroom, the young lawyer defending the victims listened with a smile as the judge twisted the truth, but he remained silent throughout.

Soon, amidst the anguished cries of the victims' parents, Vezinier raised his gavel and declared, "This court finds the charge of murder against Runashe unproven, and he is to be released."

Just as the gavel was about to fall, the young lawyer suddenly stood up, shouting, "This is ...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 93

Chapter 93: Dig the Pit, Dig It Bigger!

Ronan appeared rather reserved as he bowed to Vezinier and introduced himself. Then, he handed a letter to the Grand Chancellor.

Vezinier checked that the wax seal on the envelope was intact before leisurely opening it, casually asking about the situation on the Valéane side.

The police department had already gathered all the relevant information, so Ronan was able to answer effortlessly.

Only then did ...

Chapter 336: Mecklenburg Estate

Charlot planned to transport the group of orcs to Cappadocia.

Goring Island, where Cappadocia is located, is vast in size but sparsely populated, with many undeveloped areas that could easily accommodate the Leopardmen.

Charlot hoped to bridge the gap between humans and orcs by having both practice the Beast God Transformation technique. If both humans and Leopardmen could master this technique, who would still be able to distinguish between human and orc? Charlot envisioned creat...

Chapter 335: The Log of the Holy Radiance Divine Nation

Charlot Mecklenburg unhesitatingly pulled out his diary and slapped it against the forehead of the divine creature!

The murmurs that had been reverberating through his mind abruptly ceased, replaced by a piercing scream:
“Agmirlas! Agmirlas! Karnstein! Agmirlas! Karnstein…”

The voice shrieked the names of the two evil gods repeatedly, and Charlot almost thought the divine creature would summon them both. Fortunately, such a dreadful scenario did not occur. About half an h...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 92

Chapter 92: The Arrival of the Cousin!

Joseph reviewed the cases handled by Vezinier from start to finish and discussed them at length with Fouché and others. However, he found that there were no leads to follow.

Some cases might yield clues if investigated further, but that would certainly take a long time.

Just as everyone was at a loss, Eymond leaned in and whispered, "Your Highness, if we don’t leave soon, we’ll miss the police academy clas...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 91

Chapter 91: Unable to Indict

Joseph checked the time. There was only one month left until the deadline for the tax bill's registration. In such a short period, to topple the President of the High Court, only unconventional methods would work.

Speaking of "unconventional methods," his mind immediately turned to the Police Affairs Department, so he gestured to Eymond: "Please send someone to fetch Fouché..."

He suddenly remembered that he still had t...

Chapter 334: Twelve Requests from a Divine Creature

Charlot Mecklenburg was utterly terrified, feeling as if his very soul had fled!

It took him over ten seconds to realize that the laughter was not coming from the old king.
But this revelation was even more horrifying, as the soft laughter was incredibly familiar.

It was the voice of a young boy.

Charlot jumped in fright and silently prayed in desperation:
"O you who traverse the river of time, who comprehends all mysteries, who masters the rituals of the transcendent�...

Chapter 333: Only the Descendants of Saint Michael May Enter This Door

Charlot Mecklenburg ignited a flicker of Bloodfire Combat Energy in his palm, illuminating the path ahead.

The city of Saint Michael was constructed by carving an entire mountain. Not only did it span seven terraced levels built into the mountainside, but within the mountain itself lay seven layers of labyrinthine caverns.

Charlot had already explored three layers and had now found the entrance to the fourth. This level was sealed off by a black stone door. Inscribed upon the door...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 90

Chapter 90: The Stumbling Block

“What is it you wish to discuss?” Vezinier turned around, looking at Dubois with a mixture of surprise and suspicion. “As for this bill, not even a word of advice is needed. The only conclusion can be its rejection!”

Dubois gestured toward the dense crowd of protesters outside the window. “Sir, please listen to their voices. Perhaps it’s time we reconsidered our position on this matter.”

The judge seated...

Chapter 332: The Radiant Holy Kingdom

Charlot Mecklenburg was stranded in Strasbourg under orders, and although he could spend time with Annie Mecklenburg every day, he found himself increasingly irritable. Supplies were becoming scarcer, the atmosphere in society was growing despondent, and the patrol guards on the streets freely interrogated pedestrians—none of it was pleasant.

If he had a choice, Charlot would have preferred to be in South Seraph or even in Behemoth Principality, alongside his West Wind Knight Order. M...

Chapter 331: The Mecklenburg School

Charlot knew he was not yet a match for Duchess Mesu, but he did not fear the grand duchess either.

Charlot said calmly, “There’s an old saying from the New Continent: ‘A gentleman’s revenge is never too late, even after ten years!’”

“Duchess Mesu may hold great power, and her family may be vast, but ten years from now, she may no longer stand above me, Charlot Mecklenburg.”

His words were firm and powerful, resonating like a declaration. Sophia Gallanord blu...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 89

Chapter 89: Consensus of the Paper Mill

The papermakers lifted the paper-forming frame, the "sieve," and placed it on the rack. Several stoves were set up around it to raise the temperature.

More than half an hour later, a craftsman took down the frame, carefully peeled off the paper, and respectfully handed it to Joseph: "My lord, here, it’s dry now."

In fact, the normal drying process would have taken at least half a day. At this moment, the hig...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 88

Chapter 88: Changing Allegiances

When Joseph saw Mirabeau fall into deep thought, he knew the groundwork had been laid, so he got to the point: “Let’s talk about the tax bill.”

Mirabeau immediately became alert upon hearing this: “Your Highness, you know, the nobility is united in their stance on the bill.”

Joseph replied seriously: “Actually, on this matter, you have been used by the old nobility!”

Mirabeau smiled and waved his ...

Chapter 330: Even Offending the Serpent of Fate Is No More Than This

Alence Cook chattered incessantly, saying, “That Miss Bretagne even admitted that Charlot Mecklenburg has already met with the Count. This man is scheming, currying favor with nobility, and despicable at heart…”

Sophia Gallanord had stopped listening halfway through his rant. A sudden sense of urgency arose in her heart as she mused, “Have they already reached the stage of meeting the family? I need to take more decisive action.”

“Tonight, I’ll pay a visit to Mr. Mec...

Chapter 329: The Homeless Leopard

Frederica said helplessly, “The Orc Tribal Alliance has collapsed.”

“Even the Orc Assassin Alliance has fallen apart!”

“The seven chiefs each took a group and left. I didn’t follow anyone and could only return to Strasbourg. You know, I went to university here. Apart from the southern continent, this is the place I’m most familiar with.”

Charlot was stunned and nearly blurted out, “Isn’t that the homeless leopard?”

However, his wit and tact were o...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 87

Chapter 87: Who is a Friend?

The carriage rocked for a long while before finally stopping at a large workshop on the outskirts of Saint-Antoine.

Mirabeau stepped out of the carriage and was immediately hit with a pungent chemical smell.

He looked up, noticing a row of "boilers" larger than stone mills in the distance, releasing yellowish-white mist that enveloped half the workshop.

Ahead, under a large shed, was a massive square water tank, su...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 86

Chapter 86: The Meeting

At the police station, in the intelligence team’s office.

Fouché, with a darkened face and a pair of cold, lifeless eyes, stared coldly at the few leaders of the intelligence team before him. His voice was hoarse as he growled, “A disgrace! This is simply a disgrace!”

The members of the intelligence team lowered their heads in grievance, not daring to speak.

Fouché spoke slowly, emphasizing each word, “I’ll ...

Chapter 327: Mr. Alence Cook Must Head to the Front Lines

Charlot sighed.

Annie pursed her lips into a faint smile.

Mrs. Aldegonde still carried a slightly rigid demeanor, but the air of authority she had once maintained was now utterly absent.

There was no helping it—Mrs. Aldegonde could only preserve her dignity before subordinates, such as the Charlot of the past. But the Charlot Mecklenburg of today was far from being her subordinate; he was a figure of far greater stature.

Charlot suddenly felt a wave of futility wash ...

Chapter 328: If an Apology Works, Who Do You Plan to Frame Next?

The Bretagne family was a prominent house in the Fars Empire. Among those with the surname Bretagne, there were at least hundreds, though not every member of the family wielded significant influence. However, being the daughter of Count Bretagne was a different matter entirely.

At Gorgias University, Annie Bretagne, also known as the "West Wind Goddess," was widely admired. However, outside the university, she was merely seen as a beautiful young woman. Especially given her aversion to ...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 85

Chapter 85: Skills Originating from Genes

Paris, Saint-Germain District.

In a luxurious villa on the east side of Saint-Germain Avenue, a salon is being held.

The villa's owner, Madame Valéville, listens to the guests' philosophical remarks, occasionally clapping her hands in delight.

Servants bring trays of snacks and fruit, placing them before each guest, or refill empty wine glasses with expensive wine.

After several young people mak...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 84

Chapter 83 doesn't exist

Chapter 84: The Boomerang of Public Opinion

Joseph responded with some excitement:

"I've read many of your articles, and I've always wondered why, as a fighter for freedom, you never took aim at the most corrupt and decayed, the darkest parts of Paris. It wasn't until I read your article that I realized I had misunderstood you."

Marat blinked in confusion:
"What do you mean by the most corrupt and...

Chapter 326: The Central Government Office's Military Law Enforcement Bureau Executor

Annie whispered softly, "It's the Executor from the Military Law Enforcement Bureau of the Central Government Office!"

Charlot couldn't help but smile faintly, thinking, "The Law Enforcement Bureau finally has someone on the inside now."

Annie was born into the Bretagne family, which now held formidable power rivaling even the great dukes of the Empire. Earl Bretagne himself was the strongest individual in the Fars Empire, commanding a private knightly order of unparallel...

Chapter 325: I Promise Never to Lose My Temper Again

Charlot unwrapped the bundle, retrieving Whale Slayer and Whale Butcher.
Annie's eyes widened in astonishment as she asked, "Is this the legendary Whale Slayer?"

Charlot replied nonchalantly, "Yes! I got it from a pirate. Its quality is quite decent."

Annie explained, "The Whale Slayer and Whale Butcher are said to have been crafted by an unnamed Saint Alchemist. Individually, they are merely high-tier extraordinary weapons or mid-tier extraordinary ones. But when paired togeth...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 82

Chapter 82: The Freedom Fighter

Denico hurried forward and shouted at the bewildered overseer, "What are you standing there for? Hurry up and apologize! This is our newspaper's owner!"

"Y-yes," the overseer nervously took a few steps back and bowed repeatedly, "I-I’m very sorry."

Joseph motioned to the workers around them, "You should be apologizing to them."

"Ah, right," the overseer turned and lowered his head to the poorly dressed people,...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 81

Chapter 81: The Traitor

At 9:00 in the morning, the cabinet meeting that would decide the fate of France reconvened in the East Hall of the Palace of Versailles.

"Now, let us begin the cabinet resolution," Queen Marie Antoinette said, surveying the people seated on both sides of the large conference table. "Gentlemen, those in favor of Count Sumiar's proposal, agreeing that Archbishop Brienne should resign immediately, please make your stance known."

Chapter 324: Every Beautiful Lady in Strasbourg Bears a Heavy Sin

Sophia Gallanord did not come alone; she brought along a retinue of household servants. Upon seeing Charlot Mecklenburg, she once again expressed her heartfelt gratitude for his previous life-saving act and apologized for the investigation he was currently subjected to.

Charlot, a person who could distinguish right from wrong, knew that this matter had nothing to do with the Rose of Strasbourg. Smiling, he said, “This can only be attributed to your overwhelming charm, Sophia. It is ce...

Chapter 323: Commander of the South Seraph War Zone

Charlot had a foreboding sense of unease, and as expected, his name soon came out of Earl Bretagne’s mouth.

"The new commander of the South Seraph War Zone is you—Charlot Mecklenburg!"

Charlot couldn’t help but exclaim, “With so many Saint ranks, how could it possibly fall to me?”

Earl Bretagne smiled faintly and said, “There will soon be no Saint ranks left here.”

Charlot was taken aback, but he quickly understood. The South Seraph had been utterly devas...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 80

Chapter 80: Political Bargains

Count Morneau bowed respectfully to Joseph and Brienne, speaking earnestly: “This cabinet resolution is pivotal for the future of fiscal policy. Everyone will tread with extreme caution when making their decisions.”

Brienne immediately smiled. “Count Morneau, I heard that your child is about to turn fifteen—an exceptionally bright young person.”

He extended his hands toward Morneau. “This might be presumptu...

The Crown Prince of France - Chapter 79

Chapter 79: Declaration of War

Sumiar and Villers immediately turned their gaze to the Duke of Orléans—despite their meticulous planning, this turn of events had not been anticipated.

Following the usual patterns of political struggle, there were typically only two ways for an unprepared opponent like Bishop Brienne to respond to their sudden attack:

First, he could accept defeat and directly announce his resignation.

Second, he could make ...

Chapter 322: The Tax Investigation Case

The Military Affairs Enforcement Division of the Central Government Office does not halt investigations merely because an initial squad of knights was wiped out. Instead, they dispatch a second knight order to continue the investigation while also probing into the details of the previous squad's demise.

Thanks to Earl Bretagne’s warning, Charlot Mecklenburg had prepared himself in advance.

Several days later, the second investigation began.

This time, the officer leading t...