The Inevitability of War

"I understand how you feel, Marquis Salsburg. But regardless of the other party's attitude, a diplomatic exchange only uses words, not violence. It would be difficult for our empire to interact with other countries if word spread that our empire kills representatives during diplomatic exchanges."

"I'm aware of that, Your Imperial Majesty. However, this is the Kingdom of Black Rose we are talking about. They are isolated. The other countries won't know whatever we do to them. Furthermore, we're going to accuse them of starting this war anyway."

"I know. However, we still have to take precautions and make it seem legitimate," Emperor Renardier stated gloomily. He briefly glanced around, then said, "This distance is good enough. Begin the plan!"

"Yes, Your Imperial Majesty!" the two marquises answered with blood-boiling excitement.

The time has come!

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Boom!