Chapter 60. The Great Escape (1)

The divine right of kings. That was the unwavering belief Charles VII, ruler of the Ulranor Kingdom, had held since childhood.

A king's position and honor were divinely ordained rights and symbols, personally recognized by the Goddess herself. Unlike the monarchs of Earth, this wasn't merely a symbolic notion. The Goddess had descended upon this land and bestowed these privileges herself.

It was a symbol of the Liudolf Dynasty's right to rule the kingdom for generations to come, starting with the founder, Ferdinand I.

Charles VII had this drilled into him from the age of three by his parents and tutors.

He never doubted the permanence of his power and privileges.

The Goddess acknowledged it, and his ancestors had enjoyed it for generations. Why should he be any different?

However, he was forced to realize that such a belief was nothing but an illusion.

"I trust you've been well, Your Majesty."

He still couldn't forget it. The sight of the general who suddenly occupied the Capital and threatened him during a banquet.

Carolus von Roytel...