King Arthur Won't Die by Accident

How to make money is a science.

But if you ask how to make money by leveraging Camelot's connections, that's easy.

With his royal title, King Leodegrance asked his people to save a little in every aspect, and soon there was always some margin to spare. Besides, before Camelot's support arrived, hadn't they lived much the same way? Life was hard, but it had to go on. The king issued policies, and the people obeyed.

And Camelot's goods were never in short supply for the northern kings.

Just raise the price a little, resell them, and make a tidy profit.

With the funds, I can buy more goods from Camelot and resell those for even more profit.

As for whether Camelot would provide those goods?

That's not a problem at all.

With Guinevere whispering in his ear, how could Arthur refuse her? Even if he gave little, for the sake of the princess, would he really let her return empty-handed?

Moreover, marriage would surely deepen cooperation between the two countries.

Take trade, for example: the Camelot caravans traveling north faced great danger. Not only did bandits threaten to ambush them at any moment, but the spreading chaos of war was unpredictable. Though the northern kings pledged protection, did they think such protection came free?

By increasing taxes here and applying pressure there, we gain more goods — without technically breaking any rules.

Camelot, lacking fixed bases or real power in the North, was forced to act cautiously.

But with King Leodegrance in place, the situation changed. Entering his territory meant security and gradual trust in trade. Even if tempers flared and attacks occurred, the city walls offered refuge. Reinforcements from Camelot would eventually arrive.

Over time, King Leodegrance became Camelot's steady channel for northern trade — and naturally profited.

This is just a small piece of the picture, so I won't go into more detail.

Regarding defense against foreign enemies, the relationship with Camelot is similar. King Leodegrance would not overreach. If the northern kings wanted Camelot's support, it would be granted when possible. Otherwise, if King Leodegrance died, Arthur would hold them accountable. Who else would they turn to for justice?

This is why we should look not at the monk's face but at the Buddha's.

Even if King Leodegrance fully embraced the role of Camelot's loyal vassal, honestly following his "big brother," the future would be bright.

"Well, if you calculate it this way, isn't the benefit he's gained quite enough?" Arthur paused his explanation.

Aguguiwen suddenly realized the truth and fell silent.

He hadn't expected that recognition alone could bring so many benefits.

Appointed by Arthur as leader of the "Brotherhood of Creed," charged with monitoring various countries and gathering intelligence, he felt a moment of shame. At the same time, he truly saw how naive he'd been compared to kings seasoned in power.

In truth, though the kings were cunning, Aguguiwen was no less sharp—just in a different position, with a different viewpoint.

Because of his unique perspective, he could see what the kings might overlook.

"My king, according to what you say, a marriage with Princess Guinevere would also benefit Camelot. Since it's a win-win, why hesitate?" Aguguiwen asked.

"Well—" Arthur suddenly found himself at a loss.

Why hesitate?

Because the marriage partner is Guinevere — the woman who will one day build a dynasty for me!

Arthur didn't want to be betrayed, nor did he want to die as the king of a fallen land.

To be honest, Guinevere was very beautiful, with a virtuous and strong temperament.

As a wife, she would surely be a great help.

"In fact, I don't truly know what kind of person Princess Guinevere is. Maybe it's a good idea to let her join Camelot's management. Marrying King Leodegrance would indeed benefit future development. Even if he hadn't come to me today, I'd support a king in a similar position."

Arthur rested his chin on his hand and considered seriously.

Whether openly or in secret, a vassal king utterly loyal to Arthur was essential.

If he wanted to unify Britain completely, he needed a king to lead — especially one who had long held power and luxury, surrounded by flattery, and possessed an arrogance ingrained in his bones.

It was a chronic ailment, slowly seeping into the marrow. Saxon remedies could ease symptoms but never cure it.

Even facing ruin, such kings would cling to their pride.

When that time came, the people under their rule would suffer, and Arthur's own interests would be damaged.

To make the kings set aside arrogance and see clearly, they needed an insider to remind them when necessary.

Besides, from a trade perspective, King Leodegrance's territory was well positioned.

"Very well, it's decided." Arthur stood. "I'll begin arrangements soon. I want Princess Guinevere to marry into Camelot with dignity, witnessed and blessed by all."

Suddenly, the conference room brimmed with murderous intent.

Morgan quietly began weaving magic to locate Guinevere.

A sick smile curled Manaka's lips, while shadowy eyes — like wild beasts — twisted in the darkness.

Skadi calmly rested a hand on his sword's hilt, vowing to protect the "cutest two-legged beast."

Lancelot wiped his holy sword, thinking: if this sword became a magic sword, how much power would it retain? If he killed Guinevere outright at the engagement ceremony, then sincerely apologized, "I accidentally killed the princess, and beg the king's punishment," would he still be welcome by Arthur?

Well, he supposed it might be possible.

"But as for the marriage partner, we need a noble of equal status," Arthur added.

"Huh? Noble?"

Everyone who'd been plotting Guinevere's demise paused, exchanging surprised and eager looks.

"Why the looks? Didn't I say from the start that I hate Princess Guinevere?" Arthur asked, confused.

No one said anything.

But it didn't matter. As long as Arthur wasn't marrying her, everything was acceptable.

The tense atmosphere relaxed, and everyone awaited Arthur's next words with smiles.

"Though it's a small border country, she's a princess after all. We should at least find a prince of equal rank for her." Arthur scanned the room sharply.

Now, besides himself, the only royals left in Camelot were Morgan and Artoria.

Naturally, a princess wouldn't marry another princess — that would embarrass both kingdoms.

Since no suitable royal family member was available, they had to—

-End Chapter-

PATREON IS LIVE!!!

Read 30 chapters ahead, more on the way!

[email protected]/TrashProspector

150 Stone = 1 Bonus Chapter

15 Reviews = 1 Bonus Chapter