Having seen off Bishop Simon, the smile on Duke Pias's face faded instantly.
Caesar III is a thorn not only in the eyes of the clergy, but also a sharp stake in the heart of the northland nobles. That they had failed to remove the stake in a timely manner was because it was deeply embedded within them.
The dangerous business of regicide isn't something frequently contemplated, much less acted upon.
If it weren't for the compromising evidence held by the Clergy, and the deep underlying feud between the Rocknard Family and the Royal Family, he would have reported to the king at the earliest opportunity.
If the Clergy dares to conspire, the partners they seek would naturally also be at odds with Caesar III.
Even if they were reluctant to participate, they would still be delighted to see Caesar III meet his doom.
Anyway, such matters, if not reported at the first instance, would later have to be suppressed and kept a secret.
"Hmph!"
