Chapter 421 - A Day In The Life Of Linde (1/2)

Chancellor Otto was standing within the confines of the Royal Palace; one might think he would be visiting his daughter the High Queen of Austria; however, if one were to observe his actions, they would be surprised to see that instead, he was meeting with the Second Queen of Austria Linde von Kufstein.

The reason for his visit to the Second Queen was entirely because of her job as the Director of Austrian Royal intelligence; recently he had received a letter from Duke Dietger von Wittelsbach about the willingness of Bavaria to submit itself to the Austrian Crown, and some valuable intel about what the other German realms were planning.

While Berengar was away at war, it was up to his Uncle and Father-in-Law to run the country. Thus far, he had done an exemplary job of it; therefore, as this essential matter came to his attention, naturally, he desired to verify the contents of the document. With this task, there was only one person he could trust who was his daughter's greatest rival in love.

Linde read through the contents with a stern expression on her face as she paid attention to every little detail, checking to see if anything was written in code. Oddly enough, it was a relatively concise letter without any encrypted content. After coming to a conclusion she sighed heavily as her substantial bosom heaved in the air before revealing her thoughts on the document in her hands.

”According to my spies in the Luxembourg Royal Court, everything on this document is legitimate. Luxembourg's forces halted Bavaria's mercenary army within Brandenburg. As a result, Duke Dietger attempted to rally the German Realms against us while Berengar was at war in Iberia. They rejected his notions, and he likely realized that any hope of getting his vengeance on his was null.

He may be an incredibly proud and short-tempered man. Still, he is not a fool; he likely realizes that we will decimate the Peasant's Crusade to Iberia and annihilate the more professional force that marches on our borders in the next few years. Thus, I think his willingness to submit to our rule is an attempt to avoid Berengar's wrath when he finally brings the German World to heel.

For now, I will task my agents in the Bavarian Royal Court to keep an eye on Dietger and his confidants. This is just my advice, so take it with a grain of salt; however, I suggest you write back to him informing your intent to work alongside Bavaria for the near future and that we will accept their payments in installments as was initially agreed upon.

Remind him that the only reason Berengar hasn't marched upon his Realm with the full might of the Austrian Army at his back is that there is still some time left on the treaty until he is forced to pay the Reparations back in full. After doing so, hint to the Duke that such a deadline could be extended if the Bavarians were to begin paying their installments immediately.

If they start paying their reparations in installments, it can be seen as a sign of their sincerity towards Austria and its King. Rest assured, if Dietger tries anything foolish, Royal Intelligence will be aware of it, and I promise you we will stop it before it becomes a problem. So, by all means, proceed as you see fit.”

Otto bowed his head in response to the Second Queen. Though he was never a fan of Berengar's polygamous lifestyle or the fact that the King had cheated on his daughter with this woman, the Chancellor must admit that Linde was a fearsome and intimidating woman. The look in her sky blue eyes brought chills to his spine as he watched her read the contents of the letter with a severe expression on her flawless face.

After listening to Linde's opinion on the letter, Otto sighed in relief before taking it back. He only raised his head from the bow after Linde had seemingly permitted him to do so.

”I thank you, my Queen, for your guidance; I will be sure to negotiate a favorable alliance with the Duchy of Bavaria and pave the way for Berengar's annexation of their realm shortly...”

Linde nodded her head in response to this before commenting on his statement.

”Be sure that you do... Now, if there is nothing else, I have things that I must attend to. I am sure that you know your way out of the Palace...”

Otto bowed once more before bidding; Ithe Second Queen farewell.

”I thank you for your time, your majesty; I will be taking my leave, I pray that you and your children are healthy and happy.”

After saying this, Otto left the area and returned to his Chateau to get to work. As for Linde, she returned to the main bedroom and sprawled out on the bed while sniffing the scent Berengar had left behind on his spot.

As she did so, she noticed one of Berengar's other wives' approach; it was none other than Honoria. The Byzantine Princess had a slightly worried expression on her face as she asked the question on her mind.

”Have you heard?”

Linde stared at Honoria with a mocking expression before making fun of her.

”I hear lots of things it is part of my job; you are going to have to be specific...”

The purple-haired beauty immediately began to pout as she clarified what she meant.