Seeking Asylum

Charles flatly stated the impossibility of assistance, a response that might have provoked others but Howard managed to keep his emotions in check, calmly asking for the reasons behind this refusal.

Charles had said, "The reason Fran Kingdom is constantly hitting walls is because you Imperial folks always treat us as outsiders. You've been ganging up with the people from Ing Empire against us. Naturally, we can't just let you dictate terms!"

Howard's face had turned grim at these words.

After Charles left, Howard heard rumors that Fran Kingdom was planning to ally with Osland Kingdom to break the encirclement by the Empire and Ing Empire.

This news deepened Howard's worries.

If Fran Kingdom were to seize this opportunity, it could spell the end for Oungria Kindom.

The hard-earned title of king might eventually be reduced to sovereignty over a mere handful of territories – a prospect Howard was reluctant to face.