Falsifying history is good business

Chapter 100 The First Echo of "Destiny"

The power of "fate" in the demon hunter world is real and mysterious, like a deep pool that leads directly to the ground; in the past few days, Lin You and O'Dimm have thrown a lot of stones into the pool one after another, trying to break the tranquility of the pool.

Just now, they "heard" the echo for the first time.

Some indescribable forces penetrated into the material world from the vast and unknown dimensions, touching Lin You's soul unscrupulously; in the divine perception, these forces were like octopus tentacles, and also like sound waves of some special frequency, which could be "seen" and "heard".

They touched Lin You's soul, trying to establish a connection with the microcosm in his soul and the divinity contained in the microcosm.

At the same time, the "Moirai Destiny Seed" that was originally "staying out of the matter" seemed to be affected, reviving on its own, and trying to intersect with external forces.

The material world was silent, but Lin You could hear countless noises and his pupils reflected countless gorgeous colors. This feeling was very similar to when he came into contact with the "Real Factor", and there were countless impurities trying to entangle and disturb his consciousness. The difference was that the "Real Factor" was more violent and direct, while the power of "Fate" was more secretive and gentle.

Just as the writer tried to observe "fate" further, all contact came to an abrupt end in a very short time; the power of "fate" quickly retreated back to its own domain and disappeared, which made Lin You quite disappointed.

The limited contact failed to establish a real connection, and the quill pen still had not gained the power to describe and shape the god of "fate".

"The impact we have created is not big enough, and this 'echo' is a bit vague." The writer could not hide his excitement; although this "echo" was slight, it was enough to prove that his idea was correct.

“That’s pretty good.” Gaunter O’Dimm was more of a bystander, so his emotions didn’t change as much as the writer. “I guess Emhyr Emreis must have known the relevant news. Nilfgaard’s intelligence and administrative agencies are known for their efficiency.”

The butterfly effect needs to be accumulated layer by layer to amplify its impact; the same poem may sound like nothing more than gossip to ordinary officials and people in the local provinces, but when it reaches the ears of the great nobles in the imperial capital, it will become a fuse and bargaining chip in political activities.

Of course, if we want to make the biggest impact, we have to look at the person directly involved, Emperor Emhyr.

Dandelion's creative ability is unquestionable, especially when "inspired" by various terrible magics, he bursts out with amazing talent and enthusiasm.

The poem gives a detailed description of Emperor Emhyr's desolation when he fled, his greed when he concluded the unexpected law, his hypocrisy when he seduced the young princess, and even his cruelty and cold-bloodedness when he caused a shipwreck and killed his wife; the image of a cunning, despicable and cruel political animal is vividly portrayed before our eyes.

There is no doubt that this image does more harm than good to the emperor. A despicable villain will only make people despise him, and it is difficult to gain the true loyalty of others.

What infuriated the emperor the most was that most of the content in the poem was true. As long as someone investigated it, they would soon be able to uncover all of his past. By then, the emperor would not even have room for defense.

For the emperor who had just been engaged in a fierce struggle with his political enemies and whose ruling power was not very stable, this poem that suddenly circulated throughout the empire was more like a manifesto, the beginning and warm-up of a new political conspiracy.

When it comes to the highest power, emperors throughout history are always suspicious, and Emperor Emhyr is no exception. So he immediately summoned his intelligence chief, Viscount Eden, Vatir de Lidox. Viscount Eden showed extraordinary professionalism when he came to the audience, and presented the preliminary investigation results without the emperor asking any more questions.

"The first report about the slanderer came from the southern foot of the Amer Mountains. It was sent by an intelligence agent responsible for monitoring border movements a week ago. It took three days to get to me. In the following four days, I received six more reports with similar content. After verifying it with the report of the local sheriff, it can be found that the rumor spread gradually from north to south."

Emhyr Emreis deadpanned. “So the rumor started at the border of Cintra?”

"Based on the reports we have received so far, we can indeed make such an assumption," Wattier replied.

"Then can it be considered that this slander is a sabotage plot by the enemy country?" The emperor's facial features were as cold and hard as his voice, making it impossible to guess his true thoughts.

"I think that the Kingdom of Cintra may be involved, such as providing some secret information to the conspirators; but the real mastermind must be in the country." Viscount Aiden bowed slightly, with a few beads of cold sweat on his forehead; he didn't know whether his answer was true, but he knew very well that this was the truth that the emperor had already recognized in his heart.

“How will you investigate, and when will you uncover the conspirators?” Emhyr pressed.

"I have sent people to arrest the source of the rumor." Vatir responded quickly. "According to the reports we have received so far, there is only one source of the slanderous news, and more than one person has recognized the identity of the spreader, the famous bard Dandelion. Although this person is insignificant, he is well-known. Even if he is just a pawn, he should know some inside information."

"That's all?" The emperor was displeased. "Of course we have to catch the source of the slander, but the more important thing is the purpose of the slanderer. Do you think those conspirators hiding in the dark just want to discredit my reputation and undermine my prestige? In fact, which emperor has not encountered rumors?"

Viscount Aiden lowered his head even lower: "I am a stupid subject. Your Majesty, please explain clearly."

"The biggest danger of this rumor is that it may expose our expansion plan and interfere with our military operations in the north," the emperor said decisively. "All those who may benefit from it must be investigated; court officials, the military, and of course Cintra! Whoever benefits will be suspected."

"Your will..." Vatir became more respectful.

In fact, how could someone who could serve as the head of Nilfgaard's intelligence agency not understand the simple truth that "the one who makes the profit is the most suspicious"?
It's just that Viscount Aiden was pretending to be confused. As a minister, it's best not to act as smart as the emperor, and it's also best not to stretch your hands too far.

Think about the people you will investigate next! How many people are involved in military affairs, government affairs, diplomacy, and so on? What would the emperor think if you act too proactively and take on everyone? What would your colleagues in the court think?
A smart person will not put himself in a predicament where everyone in the world is his enemy.

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