Chapter 78: The Great Offensive and Defensive Battle

Somiare bowed to Queen Mary, "Your Majesty, I have also received word from the Duke of Seville, Count Seyrelier, Marquis de Saint-Veran..."

He listed over ten names in one breath, all of which belonged to very influential nobility.

"...to convey their suggestion that Archbishop Brian resign from his position."

Vilran glanced at Brian and said, "Nowadays, all over Paris, discussions are rife about issues such as Archbishop Brian lacking knowledge in finance and his financial policies being outdated."

Queen Mary had not expected so many people to want Brian to step down and hesitated, saying,

"The tax bill matters are very complicated, perhaps we should give Archbishop Brian more time..."

The Duke of Orleans had long been plotting to topple Brian and certainly wouldn't give him the opportunity to catch his breath.