Hudson was able to disregard the risks primarily because of the influence from the political upheaval in the Falcon Kingdom.
Caesar IV seemed to still trust the various powerful factions in the Kingdom, but a series of personnel adjustments still revealed his true thoughts.
When the top dog becomes suspicious, those who are lower down must know when to advance and when to retreat if they wish to remain secure.
It's too late to hide one's capabilities; with glorious achievements already in front, trying to conceal them only increases the likelihood of making a blunder.
However, when making strategic judgments, Hudson became even more audacious. A misjudgment indeed affects one's reputation, but this is what the King wants to see.
It's too difficult to control a "god"; the King needs "humans" as subordinates, not "gods" who have an answer for everything.
If all goes well, after defeating the Orc Empire once more, Hudson is set to live a life of luxury and indulgence.