I Become A Mob Character In A Novel

Chapter 79 - No.79 After-Effect (3)

[Third Person's POV]

[Location: Royal Palace]

Meanwhile inside the inner sanctum of the royal palace, A whole drama was going on as the crown prince Julian could be seen crying in the lap of a beautiful woman with blonde hair.

"M-Mother, T-They killed f-father, That monster of Ashwoods killed father with a single sword attack, I-It was so... so unbelievable," Julian sobbed, his tears soaking into his mother's dress. The beautiful woman, Queen Clarissa, gently stroked his hair, her own eyes glistening with unshed tears. The shock and grief were palpable in the room, casting a heavy pall over the opulent surroundings.

"Shh, Julian," Queen Clarissa murmured, her voice soothing despite her own anguish. "We will get through this. Your father was a great man, and his legacy will live on through you. But we must be strong now."

"Legacy! No, tomorrow they are going to kill all of us: you, me, James, and Caroline. So they can make a new king of that bastard Samael Ashwood. Mother, we need to act fast!" Julian's voice cracked with a mixture of desperation and determination.

Queen Clarissa's eyes hardened, her grip on Julian tightening. "You are right, my son. We cannot allow them to usurp our rightful place. We must gather our allies and strike back before they have the chance to solidify their power."

Julian nodded, his tears subsiding as a newfound resolve took hold. "Yes, Mother. We will avenge Father and protect our family. But how? We need a plan, and we need it now."

Queen Clarissa rose from her seat, her posture regal and commanding despite the grief that still lingered in her eyes. "First, we must secure the loyalty of our guards and the nobles who still support us. We will need their strength and resources."

Julian wiped his eyes, standing up beside his mother. "And then? What should we do about Samael Ashwood? He's incredibly powerful, and he's already killed Father."

A shadow crossed Queen Clarissa's face. "Samael Ashwood is indeed a formidable opponent. But I will be contacting... my family."

"Mother! But I thought you broke every relationship with your family to marry Father," Julian exclaimed, his voice rising in surprise. "I thought they wanted nothing to do with us."

Queen Clarissa's expression softened slightly, but the steely resolve remained. "It's true that my marriage to your father strained our ties, but in times of crisis, family must come together. My family has resources and power that can help us in this fight. They may be our only hope."

Julian's expression transformed into a confident one as he said, "Even that monster of Ashwoods won't stand a chance against grandfather who is the emperor of eastern provinces. If my maternal family intervenes, Samael Ashwood will face forces far beyond what he anticipated. We can leverage their influence and military strength to turn the tide in our favor."

Queen Clarissa nodded approvingly at Julian's newfound determination. "Yes, Julian. The emperor has significant sway over the region, and his intervention could be the key to reclaiming our position. We must act swiftly and decisively."

She then turned to her trusted advisor, Lord Everard, who had been quietly observing the exchange. "Lord Everard, prepare a detailed dossier on all the nobles who are still loyal to us. We need to ensure that everyone is ready and willing to support our cause. Send discreet emissaries to each of them to gauge their commitment."

Lord Everard bowed deeply. "At once, Your Majesty."

Queen Clarissa then addressed Julian with a look of fierce determination. "We also need to consider our immediate defense. I want the palace fortified and our personal guards doubled. We must ensure that our family is secure while we mobilize our allies."

Julian, now standing tall and resolute, added, "And what about our public stance? We need to manage the perception of our cause. If we can rally the people to our side, it will strengthen our position."

Queen Clarissa considered this for a moment. "Agreed. We will need to use every means at our disposal to communicate our plight and our fight for justice. The people must see that we are not simply seeking revenge but fighting to restore the rightful order and ensure the safety of the realm."

She continued, "Now you go and call little James, and Caroline here so we can inform them about your... father's death. They might still not know anything that happened today."

Julian nodded and went to summon his younger siblings. As he walked through the ornate halls of the royal palace, he could feel the weight of the situation settling heavily on his shoulders. The loss of his father was not just a personal tragedy; it was a threat to the entire family and the kingdom. He had to find a way to turn their dire situation into a rallying cry for the future.

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[Location: Royal Palace - Family Chambers]

Julian re-entered the meeting room with James and Caroline in tow. The young ones looked alarmed, their eyes

The meeting continued with a focused and intense atmosphere as the family members discussed and refined their strategies. Queen Clarissa's leadership was unwavering, and the children, despite their grief, were stepping into roles of responsibility with determination.

The urgency of their situation fueled their resolve. They knew that every decision made, every action taken, and every ally secured would be critical in their fight to reclaim their position and protect their legacy.

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[To Be Continued]

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