146. Scheduled to be detained immediately upon arrival
The day has come for a meeting to be held at the imperial palace.
France gets dressed up in her bedroom early in the morning with the help of Helena and her servants.
“The color of today’s dress is deep, dark blue, right? “It goes well with the Duke’s warm red hair.”
Helena kindly explains things and helps you put on the dress.
“The dress you’re wearing today looks particularly uncomfortable… ….”
“I’m sorry, I can’t help it since you are participating in a meeting held at the imperial palace.”
A long, loose dress that requires perfect gait to avoid getting caught in the hem of the skirt. This is a dress made by Andrea.
“Now I’m going to straighten my hair.”
A worker straightens France’s hair with a comb. Other employees take care of makeup and even select jewelry and accessories.
After two hours, we were ready to go to the meeting.
“Helena? “Now call me Cale and Kajar.”
“Yes.”
While Helena went to call the two for a moment, France relaxed on the sofa for a moment.
“Would you like some water?”
“No, it’s okay.”
Radea, who was next to her, stared at France’s dress and accessories.
“… ….”
Franche, feeling Radea’s gaze, asked.
“Do you want to wear a dress?”
Ladea was shocked and hurriedly denied it.
“No! It’s just that the dress looks so uncomfortable. It seems difficult to move and breathe…….”
France burst into laughter as she saw La Dea shaking her head repeatedly.
“Exactly. Especially the dress you wear when going to the imperial palace.”
Normally, we would not have prepared this much, but we had to maintain the dignity of the prestigious Duke Descartes.
“Did you say you were holding a meeting for no reason?”
France rested his chin and looked out his window. It’s been a while since I took my eyes off him because it’s a scene he always saw together with Jin. For no reason, my appetite became bitter.
Then.
─Duke, this is Flügel. The letter has arrived.
“Jeonseo?”
Recently, I received a lot of letters and I don’t know where they came from. I don’t think it’s the imperial family.
“Bring it.”
Rattle. Flügel greeted politely, handed the employee a letter at the entrance, and then returned.
“Here, Duke.”
The servant handed over the war certificate. A rare black letter. It’s from Exceed. France hastily opened the envelope. And then, my eyes brightened.
“Uh… ….”
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I contacted Gene Barenberg at Exceed.
It’s been a while since I found him here, but he was worried because there was no way to take him back.
But when I showed Descartes the current situation, he said he would go back himself.
Scheduled to return with Gene Barenberg in 3 weeks.
Exceed’s mission is over.
Let everyone return to Fedelian.
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“… Really?”
France’s wide-eyed, trembling eyes. Lips that keep licking because they can’t control their emotions. Rough breathing.
“Really… ?”
Hands shaking. A heart that goes from pounding to cold. The blood throughout the body circulates vigorously, leading to a state of excessive excitement.
‘Finally, I can finally meet Jin.’
Preparation is perfect. We have completed the soul binding and the earnest song of eternity, and we have also created a dungeon to imprison him.
What remains is Jin’s illness. The Transcendent Wizard, Ladrien von Gracia, said that he was not dying but was returning to normal…….
Difficult to trust.
‘You can leave it to Kazar.’
The current Kazar is a genius who is the second person in history to reach the level of a transcendent wizard. He will definitely uncover the secret about Jin.
‘Not much time left.’
The high point is just around the corner. Let’s cheer up a little more. France let out her breath and calmed herself.
Helena came in and said.
“Duke? “Kazar and Kayle are waiting.”
France got up from his seat and walked straight away.
“Let’s go.”
La Dea nods her head and follows France. She came out to the lobby of the mansion like that.
“Before we leave, there is some good news.”
France gathered everyone and opened her mouth.
“Good news?”
“What news?”
Kazar and Kale tilt their heads. Radea, who already knew, desperately suppressed laughter.
“I heard they are bringing Jin from Exceed.”
Kazar and Kale’s eyes widened at those words.
“… “I guess I finally found it.”
“Just let that person come…” !”
Cale tilted her head with a sour expression on her face, and Ka-Jar’s fighting spirit burned at the thought of kicking her in the shin.
“Anyway, once this meeting is over, everything will return to normal. “Thank you for your hard work so far.”
France smiles brightly and gives a warm thank you. Ka-Zar grinned and Cale scratched the back of her head sheepishly.
“Let’s go now. “To finish the last job.”
* * *
The central conference room of the imperial palace where a strange tension flows.
The empire’s key officials, emperor, and empress. And Duke Descartes, France and her escorts are gathered.
In a quiet and solemn atmosphere, the Prime Minister spoke first.
“From now on, we will begin talks for reconciliation between the Fedelian imperial family and the Descartes duchy. “I would like to express my gratitude to Her Majesty the Emperor, Her Majesty the Empress, the Duke, and the officials who attended this event.”
The Prime Minister led the start in a standard manner. That’s how the reconciliation talks began. Rezef Fedelian, who was sitting at the head of the table, spoke.
“First of all, I would like to apologize for checking and slandering Descartes out of concern for his growing power in the imperial family. “I promise that the imperial family will put an end to all the negative rumors about Descartes that are spreading throughout the empire, and that I will compensate you for what you have done so far.”
The first was an apology from the imperial family.
“I will accept the apology, but Descartes suffered a great blow from this incident and suffered enormous losses, so I will receive thorough compensation for this.”
It may be a cocky remark, but France deserved it. Didn’t the imperial family start this fight in the first place? The fault lies entirely with the imperial family.
“Also, through this incident, we will bring just punishment to the aristocratic power that betrayed Descartes. “This will be handled directly by Descartes, and I do not want the imperial family to get involved.”
France’s subsequent request.
“… I understand. “The imperial family will not be involved in any of Descartes’ affairs if it is judged to be justifiable.”
Rezef had no choice but to accept this. It literally looks like a toothless lion. France continued speaking.
“I will separately talk with the Minister of Finance and submit it to the Imperial Household regarding the Demon Revolution and the Empire’s economic chaos, which have been postponed due to this incident. That is all.”
This is the end of Descartes’ request. All that remains is for the imperial family to announce its position…….
“As I said before, I apologize for this incident, Duke Descartes. But other things are separate. “I cannot ignore the fact that you missed the kingdom’s scourge, Jean Barenberg.”
France’s eyebrows twitched. To what extent do you intend to atone for the imperial family’s negligence with this? There is no way.
“Jean Barenberg is currently abroad under my orders. He has finished his work and is returning to the Pantheon, the city of freedom.”
Emperor Rezef’s brow furrowed.
“From last year’s harvest festival until now. What orders did you receive to leave your post for more than two months? “Isn’t this just an excuse to kill time?”
Sharp point. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t any excuses.
“We plan to expand our business globally. Accordingly, we decided it would be right to send Gene Barenberg, who has extensive overseas experience.”
There is some truth included, and won’t Jin return with Exceed in the near future? No problem.
“This doesn’t sound like anything! We all know that you have already lost control of Jean Barenberg. “Aren’t you viewing the imperial family too lightly?”
The atmosphere of the meeting became somewhat rough. There was no longer harmony. Should I say it is closer to a hearing?
“A definite answer will come out soon. Gene Barenberg is scheduled to return to the Empire within three weeks at the latest.”
Rezef grits his teeth and cannot hide his anger. France smiled to herself as she looked at him.
‘I heard it’s really easy to read.’
In the first place, Rezef, who grew up with gold and jade, had no chance of becoming France’s opponent. Not only does he lack experience, but he is also not as wise as previous emperors.
“Your Majesty, first calm down and listen to what Duke Descartes has to say. He said he would return within three weeks, so isn’t it okay to postpone responsibility until later?”
Somire said.
“… I understand. “If Gene Barenberg’s return is not confirmed within three weeks, he will definitely be held accountable.”
It seems that Rezef’s anger still hasn’t subsided, but due to Somire’s dissuasion, Rezef takes a step back.
“When that time comes, do whatever you want. “That won’t happen, though.”
Rezef’s eyebrows twitched at France’s slightly mocking words.
“Do you know that this is a place of unity?”
“Is Your Majesty the only one who knows?”
“… ….”
France raised his head stiffly and looked down at Rezef. Where can I climb when I’m so servile and have even lowered my tail?
“I hope your Majesty’s behavior doesn’t make me feel bad. “This is a meeting for reconciliation, right?”
France grinned and shrugged his shoulders. Rezef’s face was distorted all the time as he struggled to control his anger.
“But Her Majesty lives a very tiring life. “I don’t know why you’re jealous of me.”
France covers his mouth with his hand and draws lines around his eyes. Somire’s eyebrows twitched.
“I don’t know what you’re talking about.”
“Are you planning on leaving?”
“So what are you talking about… ….”
France shook his head and glared at Somire.
“Her Majesty the Empress asked for it, right?”
“… ….”
“I don’t know what you’re after, but my patience isn’t very deep, so be careful.”
Somire’s eyebrows twitched, but she tried to smile it off.
“… “Now, let’s start drawing results and drafting and signing agreements.”
The Prime Minister quickly cleared up the increasingly hostile atmosphere.
The Prime Minister summarizes the contents of the meeting so far and hands over documents to both sides. Rezef and France carefully reviewed the contents and even signed.
“This concludes the meeting. To ensure future harmony, a party is scheduled to be held at the imperial family starting this evening. I would be grateful if the Duke would also participate.”
A party of harmony as planned. I definitely don’t want to participate, but…….
“Of course I should attend.”
Because it was a political matter, there was no choice.
“Thank goodness. “I hope the Duke can comfortably enjoy the harmony party held by the imperial family.”
The distortion from earlier disappeared and Somire smiled brightly.
* * *
Late at night after a short unity party. France stayed in the guest room of the imperial palace.
“Duke, I will use my magic of search and search. “You can rest assured that your movements, including even a speck of dust, will be transmitted to me.”
Kazar said that and used magic power in the center of the guest room. She unleashed an invisible force field spreading from her fingertips.
“I will wait at the door.”
“Then I will stay by the duke’s side.”
Even the locations of Kale and Ladea have been decided.
“Thank you everyone. “Please just work hard for today.”
Everyone moved to their respective positions. Kazar is an appropriate spot for efficient exploration, Lathea is the terrace of the room where France stays, and Kale is in front of the door of that room.
Tight security with two sword masters and a transcendent wizard as escort. Even if the greatest assassin in history comes, he won’t be able to break through here.
“Radea? “I’m sorry I slept alone.”
“There is no need to apologize, this is my job.”
Ladea raises the corner of her mouth with a smile. A sword master who uses aura can do without sleeping for a day.
“Okay, then I’ll close my eyes. “I’m tired today.”
France, filled with relief, lay down on the bed and tried to sleep. Not only did she meet someone she didn’t like, but all of the fatigue from the past hit her and she needed to cool off.
“Pooh…….”
Time passed and it was so late at night that the sky was completely black.
Suddenly, an unknown turquoise force field appeared in the guest bedroom where France was staying.
