95. Meeting
A few days later.
As scheduled, France and I participated in the meeting with the imperial family.
There were two topics of the meeting. What should we do with the ignorant Sahara? And what should Mo-ok be punished for?
“First of all, before starting the meeting, Duke Descartes and Duke So, who came a long way. And I would like to say thank you to the princess.”
It started with the Prime Minister of the imperial family.
A total of six people sat at the round table where this meeting took place.
Members of the Descartes duchy and emperor, excluding Rhine. And even the crown prince and prime minister.
They were people who were involved in the incident and had to actively solve it.
I stand quietly next to France.
“This is the first content. “This is a story about Sahara, which is avoiding responsibility for this incident.”
The Prime Minister opened the telegram sent from Sahara and began to recite the contents inside.
“I would like to express my sincere regret regarding this incident. However, Mook and Sahara are not related at all. I also don’t know their information in detail…… “
Roughly speaking, the message was that they were not involved and did not know the details of this matter, so they should take care of it themselves. Are you saying you want to avoid annoying things?
“I think this is what happened because Sahara’s leadership was eroded by stone. Mook is the strongest guild on the continent. “Manipulating a country is not work.”
It made sense. In terms of military power, it is the strongest on the continent, but someone in the ranks of transcendental wizards like me and the transcendental wizard reigns as the master.
‘No matter how big a country is, if it’s that big, you have to pray that it won’t be eaten, let alone managed.’
It would have been unavoidable in the Sahara. Isn’t it a situation where we can’t do anything because we’re caught between the Empire and Mook?
“Do you mind if I dare to post an opinion?”
Eden asked, raising his hand. The emperor at the head of the table nodded, “Go ahead.”
“I think war should be avoided first of all. “The situation is different from the time of Barenberg.”
The empire and Warenberg had a border. That is why the war was able to end quickly.
However, the distance between the Sahara and the empire cannot be said to be close.
You have to change horses and run without stopping for a week. If we move with troops, it will take much longer. If you even think about supply, it’s already dizzying.
“I agree with what Duke So said. “It is right to be angry about the empire’s honor being denigrated, but we must think clearly about the profit and loss.”
An emperor who agrees with Eden’s words. However, the crown prince was against it.
“We must retaliate! How dare you lower the prestige of the empire! If things continue like this, it’s obvious that other countries will also ignore the Fedelian Empire!”
You could say they are hardliners. Since they messed with us, let’s meet George first.
“Please calm down, Your Highness. “You have to be cool-headed here.”
Duke Descartes was cold and calm. You probably know that no matter how much Saharan Mook attacked your family, war is a different story.
“I will speak up this time.”
The emperor at the head table finally expressed his opinion.
“I think it is right to avoid war first. Because the loss is greater than the reputation gained. However, I have something in mind to make sure I get revenge on them.”
Everyone focused their attention on the emperor.
“Trade checks. “I will declare a ban on trade with the Sahara to the entire country and notify them that any violation of this will turn the empire into an enemy.”
It’s a good operation.
Sahara is a desert. Without trade, the quality of life drops significantly.
Food is food, but the biggest problem is that they cannot sell the raw materials or luxury goods they handle.
“I agree.”
“I agree.”
The Duke of Eden and Descartes accepted.
“Your Majesty! I think trade checks are too weak! “Isn’t it as if they are avoiding the Empire because they are afraid of it?”
I don’t know why he’s so upset because he wants to start a war. Do you think that being in the rear is a problem for others?
“Prince. War is not a very good option. “It’s different from the time of the Warenberg Kingdom.”
“But…” !”
“Stop. “Don’t even talk about war anymore.”
The crown prince bit his lower lip as if he was angry that his opinion was ignored.
“Let’s end the punishment for Sahara, who is avoiding responsibility.”
The judgment has been handed down. At this level, I think I can just dispense with the ramen prince.
“Then, the next item on the agenda. “It is a treatment of Sahara pearls.”
Finally, something important came out. The Prime Minister continued.
“During the attack on Princess Descartes, six of the Seven Stars, the core force of Mo-ok, were killed. “I expect their power will have been significantly lowered.”
Even though the six of the Seven Stars have died, Mo-ok is alive and well. In the first place, the core is the master of the gem, who is a transcendental person.
I even heard from Seldas that there were a lot of sword masters and high-level wizards.
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“We propose the establishment of a small, elite punitive force.”
Eden said. It is an obvious yet best option.
“It’s a small elite subjugation force, what do you plan to do with your strength?”
“I plan to form a knighthood centered around me.”
Well, your strength won’t be enough.
“If that’s the case, the imperial family will also support it. “I will call the knight commander.”
Commander of the Imperial Knights. He is chosen as one of the three most powerful men in the Empire, along with Marquis Fryden and Cale.
But… ….
‘Still, it’s not enough.’
No matter how exhausted he was, even Kayle could not face Kaarak, the strongest of the Seven Stars. It goes without saying that the Imperial Knight Commander is at a similar level.
‘In the end, we have to push through volume.’
Then it is no different from war.
“I will ask Gene Barenberg, who was fighting at the time. If we form a punitive force led by Duke Descartes and the Imperial Knight Commander, will we be able to defeat them?”
The emperor asked. Naturally, I shook my head.
“It’s impossible.”
Eden’s eyebrows twitched in annoyance. I continued speaking without paying attention.
“I alone have to deal with the four Chilseongs and the Hundred Ghosts…” No, Kayle, the Guardian of the East, dealt with them both. There was no problem up to this point, but Kaarak was the problem.”
The emperor’s face crumpled when the name of Kaa Rak was mentioned.
“Not only did he attack Princess Descartes, but he also went on a rampage in Baron Roarke.”
It seems like the impersonation I used worked well.
“That’s right. As I guessed his movements, it appears that he had dealt with Baron Roark, who was in his way in crossing the border.”
There is no story about drug smuggling. Does that mean it was handled on its own?
“Not only did they attack the duke of the empire, they also killed the baron. “You have to pay a heavy price for this.”
Then, should I make a suggestion at this point? I whispered softly to France.
“Princess.”
“Why?”
“It’s your turn, princess.”
“What?”
I told France what strategy I had in mind. Then he turned into rabbit eyes and opened his mouth.
“Are you out of your mind?”
“I am completely sane.”
“The Fedelian Lion Squad… !”
“Please use the value of my name.”
Jin Warenberg can be controlled in the Empire. This in itself comes as a tremendous privilege.
I can give you at least one Fedelian lion tile. It is a power more certain than any other power.
“Trust me.”
“… ….”
France, who was staring at me with furrowed brows, sighed and then nodded.
“Okay, I understand.”
France raised his hand.
“I have a suggestion.”
Eden looked this way with wide eyes.
“Tell me, Princess Descartes.”
“I will send my guard knights to slay Kaarak and eliminate Mook.”
The emperor’s eyebrows rose.
“Surely Jean Barenberg would be enough.”
“That’s right. “I heard from him that it would be completed in one day.”
If I go alone, I can devastate Mook.
“Yes, I will accept Princess Descartes’ opinion. Jean Barenberg…… “
France interrupted the emperor, saying, “There are conditions.”
“Conditions?”
“Yes.”
“Tell me.”
Gulp. I could hear the tension go away as France’s folds went down.
“I want the Fedelian Lion plaque.”
Boom! Everyone shook as if a huge rock had been thrown into a calm lake. Only Duke Descartes, who knew this, maintained peace.
“Princess Descartes! “Are you crazy to ask for a Fedelian lion pack?”
Prince Ramen Sari scolded. But France easily ignored it.
“I think this is a big enough achievement to merit the Fedelian Lion plaque. “Because we can show the majesty of the empire that His Majesty the Crown Prince loves so much.”
The emperor was deeply troubled, with his hand on his chin and his brows furrowed. Eden, who was next to me, shouted.
“France Descartes! “Do you know what you asked for now?”
“That’s right, Princess Descartes! “The Fedelian Lion plaque is not easy to obtain!”
Eden scolds Eden and the crown prince even points a finger at him. France’s face didn’t move at all.
‘Yes, it should be like this.’
France’s mask works here as well.
“Princess Descartes, I will ask you a question. “Why do you want the Fedelian Lion Card?”
The emperor gazes in this direction with his eyes shallowly open. Do you want to confirm your true intentions?
“I would like to inform you that I have been recognized by the imperial family. If you turn me into an enemy, won’t you also turn the imperial family into an enemy? “That’s all I want.”
The emperor slowly lowered his head while pressing his eyebrows. The moment the crown prince and Eden were about to rebel…….
“I will accept it.”
The emperor agreed.
“Your Majesty… !”
“Prince, please sit quietly.”
“… ….”
Why is he receiving nothing but cold food here? If this is going to be the case, why did you bring me here?
“Is it really okay for Gene Barenberg to go alone?”
“Yes.”
“Hmm… ….”
The emperor took a moment to think about it, but quickly opened his mouth.
“Good. I’ll dispatch Jin Barenberg to the Mook subjugation force. As soon as I return from work, I will award Princess Descartes the Fedellian Lion plaque.”
It is a success.
Duke Descartes nodded his head quietly, and Eden was speechless. The crown prince looked this way with his eyes wide open. He looks like he’s about to tip over the table at any moment.
“Is there no need for any special support?”
“It’s okay.”
The emperor looked at the prime minister. The prime minister noticed at once and immediately wrote down the oath, and the emperor even stamped it.
“Good. “This concludes today’s meeting.”
* * *
After the meeting, we returned to the duke’s residence. The duke already knew, so he passed on, but Eden was different.
“France! What on earth were you thinking when you asked for the Fedelian Lion Card? “Are you planning on treason?”
Eden’s face turns red and she spits out heat.
“It’s my opinion, and Your Majesty has accepted it. Is there a problem?”
France responded with a sour face.
“… If we were not careful, the entire duke family would have been in danger. I’m glad His Majesty accepted it generously, otherwise… !”
Phew, France sneered.
“I proposed this knowing that His Majesty the Emperor would accept it.”
“What? What else is that…… “
“Jean Barenberg can be controlled in the Empire. “Don’t you know what a privilege this is?”
France laughed and continued speaking.
“I am disappointed that Duke So, who received a high level of education for the sake of succession, did not know such a simple thing.”
He immediately laughs and turns his back.
“Unlike Duke So, I calculate everything and act when I am sure.”
As I watch you gently scratch, I see that you are releasing all that has accumulated.
“If you become so lax, your position as successor might be taken away, right? “I hope you work harder.”
Suddenly. Eden clenched his fists and gritted his teeth. The area under his eyes twitches and his eyebrows furrow due to anger.
“France… !”
Eden rolled her eyes and shouted, but there was nothing she could say.
This match was clearly a complete victory for France.
‘What can you do here?’
You can receive the Fedelian Lion plaque as planned. As his power grew stronger, he began to have the qualifications to succeed the Descartes family.
Soon, the most outstanding member of the Descartes family will be France.
Because my consulting was perfect.
“I have nothing to say, so I would like you to leave. “I’ve felt it before, but seeing you act too much on your own when the duke doesn’t say anything, the duke is very irrational.”
It was perfect until the last hit.
France looked at me and gave her wink. I almost burst out laughing when I saw that.
‘You’re a really funny princess.’
