Analysis of the Four Major Factions

Royal Capital, Noble District.

Deep within the noble district at the top of the Royal Capital stands a luxurious mansion that resembles a castle.

The mansion occupies an area that is among the largest in the entire aristocratic district. At first glance, it looks like a resort, with a beautiful environment and a huge scale. In the modern world, it could even be used as a resort.

Right in front of such a mansion, a Dragon Carriage slowly drove up.

The one driving the Dragon Carriage is Rem.

So, the next second, Fang Li and Emilia got off the Dragon Carriage carriage.

"Call----!"

The knight's robe billowed in the whistling wind.

Fang Li got off the Dragon Carriage, raised his head, and looked at the mansion in front of him.

Emilia was doing the same thing.

Immediately, Rem, who had stepped down from the driver's seat of the Dragon Carriage, addressed the two of them.

"This is the Duke Karsten's villa."

In other words, this is Crusch's villa.

Like Reinhard, Crusch, as one of the most prominent nobles in the kingdom, also has a villa in the noble district of the Royal Capital, which she uses to handle affairs while in the Royal Capital.

The reason I came here was because of a decision I made at the hotel ten minutes earlier.

It all started with a comment from Fang Li.

"Now that you've decided to form an alliance with the other candidates for the throne, with whom do you intend to do so?"

This is the first problem that needs to be solved.

Roswaal entrusted everything to Fang Li.

However, Fang Li completely ignored it and left the decision to Emilia, the person involved.

However, Emilia was undecided and only said this weakly.

"I believe everyone here is a good person."

This statement implies a water content of at least 50%.

At least in Fang Li's view, half of the five candidates for the Royal Selection this time could not be considered good people.

Besides, whether someone is a good person or not is not a standard for forming an alliance.

So, Fang Li could only roll his eyes and say to Emilia, "Since you can't make up your mind, let me give you a general analysis of the situation of your four competitors, and then you can make a decision."

Emilia breathed a sigh of relief and nodded repeatedly.

Then, Fang Li began his explanation.

"Let's start with Felt, whom you've dealt with before."

"The Astrea Family, known as the Sword Saint family, supports Felt."

"The Astrea Family is a knightly clan with a long history in the kingdom. Each generation of the family's heirs has been blessed by the Sword Saint, making them exceptionally strong. In particular, Reinhard, the Knight Among Knights, is exceptionally blessed with more than forty kinds of protection. His strength has long surpassed that of the first Sword Saint, and he is known as the strongest Sword Saint in history, and even as the strongest person in this world."

"If we form an alliance with Felt, we can gain the support of the Astrea Family and even the power of the strongest Sword Saint, which is a great benefit."

In saying this, Fang Li also pointed out the weakness of Felt's camp.

"However, from what I understand, the Astrea Family doesn't seem to be harmonious. Apart from Reinhard, the others still have doubts or even oppose supporting a child from the slums. In addition, Felt herself has not yet fully learned everything needed to inherit the throne. Forming an alliance with this camp is somewhat unstable. If you get caught up in the camp's internal strife, it will be detrimental to you."

Upon hearing Fang Li's words, Emilia was about to say something when Fang Li cut her off first.

"Don't say that since they're in trouble, we have to help them. You haven't even solved your own problems, yet you're meddling in other people's affairs. The result will be that both camps will be tied down, and the other candidates will benefit. Do you want to see that happen?"

Emilia exposed, immediately lowered her head in dejection.

This girl is as cute and kind as ever.

Fang Li chuckled inwardly, then continued his explanation.

"Next up is Priscilla's camp."

"I think you should know that Priscilla's power comes from the inheritance she received from her deceased husband, namely the Barielle Family."

"The Barielle Family's territory is located in the northwest of the kingdom. Like the Mezas Territory, it is a border area. However, unlike the Mathers Family, which relies entirely on Roswaal's strength to defend the border, the Barielle territory is bordered by foreign countries and often experiences conflicts. As a result, the previous head of the family levied a lot of taxes, which led to the people's suffering. This situation was not completely reversed until Priscilla came to power."

"Although I am such an arrogant and haughty person, I am indeed blessed by the heavens. I can say that I have everything I need and good luck. The benefit of allying with me is that I can benefit from it. No matter how bad the situation is, my good luck can ultimately lead to a favorable outcome."

Fang Li made this assessment from an objective perspective.

"Of course, as you know, Priscilla herself is an unpredictable and arrogant person. It would be difficult to form an alliance with her, because she doesn't feel that she needs to form an alliance to win the Royal Selection."

"Furthermore, even if we agree to the alliance on a whim, we don't know if we will suddenly break the alliance unilaterally in the future. I am just such a willful person, and my instability is even higher than that of Felt's camp."

Upon hearing this, Emilia nodded in agreement.

Emilia was also aware of Priscilla's capricious and willful behavior.

Therefore, Priscilla is definitely not a good choice as an ally.

"Next up is Anastasia's camp."

Seeing Emilia nod, Fang Li smiled slightly, then abruptly changed the subject and spoke up.

"As you know, Anastasia is a merchant who owns the Goshin Trading Company and comes from the commoner class of Kararagi."

"However, Anastasia possesses a mercenary group whose strength is no less than that of the nobles. In addition, she has extensive channels in the business world, firmly controlling the circulation of goods and the interests of wealth. Her influence in the kingdom is also exceptionally profound. She is currently one of the most popular candidates for the throne. Forming an alliance with her will bring benefits in terms of both manpower and finances."

"The downside is that businessmen are inherently profit-driven. To win them over, you first need to offer something tangible that can be presented openly. Then you also need to be wary of them betraying you for even greater gains. If you don't have the confidence to keep a firm grip on things, it will be a risk."

After saying that, Fang Li raised his eyelids, looked directly at Emilia, and said this.

"As for the rest of Crusch's faction, to be honest, I suggest you form an alliance with her."