Chapter 77 – Chapter 77 ― Everyone Has a Plausible Plan (5)
Episode 77 ― Everyone has a plausible plan (5)
The last day of Evirzio is December 30th.
The New Year’s Festival is a two-week holiday covering around December 30th, and serves as a symbol to announce that Evirzio’s ‘deep winter’ has begun in earnest.
For the nobility, the highlight of the New Year’s celebration is, of course, the New Year’s banquet. It is a banquet to spend the moment when the first day of the year passes from December 30th, the last day of the year, to January 1st.
Since the emperor was absent, the New Year’s banquet, which had fewer attendees, was the most crowded since the emperor’s accession.
Even high-ranking nobles and great lords who did not appear at the banquet walked in, and even lords and nobles who did not hold administrative positions received invitations to this year’s banquet.
Evirzio’s nobles gathered at the behest of only one, the strongest in the country.
“His Majesty the Great Iron-Blooded Emperor eats it!”
The banquet hall, which had been filled with trainees and servants throughout summer and fall, finally regained its place.
The small light magic on the chandelier was reflected in the dangling crystals and shone splendidly, and the finest carpets and decorations that had once been rolled up returned to their original places.
And while hundreds of nobles bowed their heads, the iron-blooded emperor appeared.
Accompanying him was his fiancée, Erenia.
A black cloak with black tiger fur on top of a black uniform that shows off a strong body. Its jet-black hair and black horns reflect the candlelight in the banquet hall and sparkle as if they are wrapped in gold.
Alone in the midst of all black, the pure white face is lofty and dazzling as if it has been bathed in moonlight. A beautiful face that could not be weighed down even by the radiant crown shining on top of her black hair.
It was an off-white color that would captivate everyone, regardless of gender.
The power of ‘overwhelm’ and ‘miheun’ unfolds subtly.
When everyone was staring at him in a daze as if half-bewitched by the face of the demon king.
“His Majesty the Great, Long live.”
Standing before the emperor and kneeling before him, the chancellor praised his lord. Soon, everyone in the banquet hall followed Aranya’s lead.
It was the first greeting for the emperor in 10 years.
“Your Majesty the Great Emperor. Hurray.”
The banquet hall, full of people, became silent in an instant. Roan looked around his seat with keen eyes and sat on his throne. At last, as if the magic had been lifted, people stood up and looked at their emperor.
Since Erenia, who accompanied him, was not yet a rain, she stood by Roan’s throne.
Some of the people who saw it murmured as if they were surprised. Her fiancée, Erenia, who had never been by the emperor’s side at official events, became a hero in battle and stood by his side.
Sensing everyone’s reaction, the Southern Dark Lord smiled slightly. Satisfied face.
The Emperor’s low voice echoed through the banquet hall.
“I know it has been a difficult time. Even so, I thank you for keeping the seat.”
All dressed in uniforms and dresses were listening to the emperor’s words.
“The new year will be different from this year.”
Through the ‘Appeal’, the true intentions of Roan’s words were conveyed directly to the minds of all nobles.
“From you on high to the people on the bottom. Everyone I need to take care of. I will not turn a blind eye.”
So my attention will be given equally. Whether you are proud or weak people.
“There is only one thing I ask for. It is your obedience.”
So don’t vomit on what I’m doing.
“I will be a benevolent emperor and master. Will make you prosper Therefore, follow. Those who are loyal will be rewarded accordingly.”
Even the dog will pay the price.
“The new year will be its beginning.”
Didn’t you know?
Counting from now on.
Keep your mind straight
The banquet hall was enveloped in silence.
It was the first time they had experienced the direct transmission of the Emperor’s will in this way.
‘… Is it the ability that His Majesty has newly acquired?’
Some aristocrats succeeded in guessing.
Seeing them at a loss for what to do with the unfamiliar experience, Aranya smiled softly. It was quite enjoyable to see even the great lords bewildered by His Majesty’s power.
Aranya and Roan’s eyes met.
Roan smiled lightly.
“Let the banquet begin.”
The music started The quiet banquet hall was quickly filled with conversation.
Eleanor is busy receiving congratulations and greetings. She is a great wizard, fiancee, and symbol of victory.
She is more dazzling than any of the noble ladies in the venue today. She hasn’t had that much free time since she ran out of the tea room, but she is shiny and shiny from head to toe.
Glasses were exchanged, and there were people dancing.
One by one, the nobles saluted and praised Roan.
It was the first place to meet and talk with the great nobles and lords, but Roan was able to respond without feeling awkward.
For several months, I have been meeting with the nobles, Sohoe, and officials. The aristocratic way of speaking is taken care of by the devil’s shell. If you look at the contents, it’s a regards that is close to personal affairs. Nothing difficult.
‘Politics’ and ‘listening’ also played a big role. There was no skill like this to understand the conversation unique to the nobles who turned around.
“Your majesty.”
“It’s been a while since I greeted you. Your majesty.”
When the Southern Dark Lord resigned after greeting, the Western Blood Lord and the Eastern Hwang Lord took their place.
A centaur with the black body of a dark horse sat down with his front legs bent. It was a gesture similar to the humanoid Eastern Emperor Zhu kneeling on one knee.
“Have you been at peace? I just apologize for not being able to see you.”
“Were you not on the front line? You worked hard for this victory.”
“… Thank you.”
As if to hide his emotion, the Seohyeol Lord closed his eyes. Eastern Hwangryeongju and Jeokgamgong followed suit.
“This is an embarrassing word. Your majesty. It seems that you have had a new achievement while I haven’t seen you.”
They are also great lords. He seemed to have figured out that his skill level had risen just by briefly watching him in the conference room and banquet hall.
In the meantime, it was worth the hard work of being beaten by Fiora every day for a not short time.
“Hmm. Thank you.”
“When can I ask for sparring?”
The Archduke of Jeokru asked me to cross swords.
The Lord of the Eastern Hwangju looked at the Grand Duke with devastated eyes, saying, ‘What is the rudeness?’
Centaurs are basically huge in size. Because his horse’s body is topped with a human upper body. Not only is the height approaching Minoreus, but the front and back length is also enormous. Ordinary people would die if only kicked by his back foot.
A smile appeared on Roan’s face.
Roan used to train with Helen from time to time. Fighting with someone gives the strong as well as the weak something to think about and gives them a chance to grow.
Sharing a sword with a non-humanoid would be a different experience. Roan readily agreed.
“Good idea.”
“There are many lords who are stunned because Your Majesty has hidden his presence.”
The Eastern Hwangryeongju said in a cold voice.
The tone is like that, but the content is polite.
“I was also very surprised at how disciplined he was. I know that adjusting the force to that extent is by no means easy. Your majesty.”
“It’s overrated.”
“Some of the young nobles don’t notice Your Majesty’s accomplishments and are talking impassioned things. I don’t think it’s bad for God to show moderate strength as before.”
Roan’s eyebrows twitched.
“What if you feel uncomfortable?”
The East Hwangryeongju’s smile was also cool.
The huge molars peeking through his teeth belonged not to humans, but to wolves.
“It’s rude to think that His Majesty has lost his power.”
“Huh.”
As if it was absurd, the Seohyeol Lord let out a sigh mixed with laughter.
“I have eyes, but they are useless. We should be grateful just to be able to see such a state.”
The Eastern Hwangryeongju just laughed without saying a word.
Looking at him with a magic ball, he seemed cold, but surprisingly, he was an easy-going and easy-going guy.
Perhaps he too was wary of other great lords. The Duke of the Eastern Emperor was honest only in front of His Majesty.
“Thank you for the supply of wheat and winter goods. It has made flying this winter easier than ever.”
The enemy commander who had been silent raised his head.
The lycanthrope’s amber eyes shone. It contains a feeling of gratitude.
“Furthermore, when the war is over by His Majesty’s order, I will be able to go back to the territory and look at things I haven’t seen before. Thank you. Your majesty.”
When the Grand Duke of Jeokru heard the words of the Duke of Jeokgam, he expressed his gratitude as if he had gone mad in his thoughts.
“I also thank you for the wheat you sent to the city. The feeling of seeing the villagers dying in winter… No matter how weak it is, it is not good even if it is natural for the weak to die.”
With the face of a stout, mature man, he grinned.
“We will not starve everyone this year. His Majesty the Emperor will be pleased.”
It was a look that brought back memories.
Seohyeolryeong includes about 2/3 of the border line facing Merde in its territory.
Now, most of West Blood is a battlefield, the rest of the south is a dark forest that cannot be used because it is a common area with forest fairies, and the east is a desert bordering Eastern Hwang-ryeong.
Farming is possible only in the north, close to Bukbaekryeong. At least it is the desolate land of Evirgio. There is not enough grain to feed the whole territory.
Roan bit his lip.
I passed this year, but I have to find the crystal mine somehow.
After examining Roan’s expression, the Eastern Emperor’s Lord made a suggestion.
“Your majesty. At the banquet, God must have said something too heavy. If you don’t mind, I might as well ask for instruction during my stay in the castle.”
“Hmm? No problem.”
“I will show you the fierce desert sword.”
The Eastern Yellow Emperor laughed fiercely, and Roan also smiled. It was then.
“Your Majesty, I will ask for a round too!”
It was such a cry that everyone in the audience turned around.
What followed was an unorganized, violent presence.
The nobles who had not mastered the sword, such as wizards and officials, each breathed in or frowned to show their discomfort.
“How arrogant!”
A voice filled with anger that made the air tremble.
Knight Commander Minoreus stood in front of the emperor with sad eyes. He is the only person other than the emperor who can wear a sword in this position.
The giant knight commander pulled out his sword and raised it.
But the emperor’s hand touched his right hand.
Confused, Minoreus looked back at Roan.
Roan shook his head and opened his mouth. His voice was low and soft.
“Hmm, do you want a lesson?”
The banquet was ripe. There were even people who were already drunk.
Shouting, the red-faced young aristocrat gave an exaggerated example. It was a large ogre. Surrounding him is, of course, a group of young aristocrats.
The young man was not weak.
He must be a strong man among young people. If alcohol enters a young man with half-way skills, he may lose sight.
The emperor, who understood this introspection, did not get angry. If it had been before, the neck would have been blown off immediately.
While watching this situation, the lords and nobles who came to the capital from other places shed admiration.
The rumors were true.
That there was mercy in His Majesty’s hands.
However, the young man’s next words were provocative.
“I guess we’ll have to stick around to see if His Majesty is enough to teach me. Your majesty.”
The West Blood Lord, who was sitting next to Roan, raised her body and widened her eyes. The eyes of the Eastern Emperor were shining yellow. The ridge of her nose wrinkled like a beast.
Roan sighed lightly.
“Hmm, enemy gunnery, did you mean this?”
Roan laughed and rose from his throne.
In the meantime, several ladies and gentlemen here and there shed wonder at the emperor’s laughter.
“Good night. Let me know Bring the wooden sword.”
“We must fight with a real sword! Will it become a wooden sword?”
“… Fight.”
The murmur of the nobles died down.
He wasn’t just a drunk.
That’s a challenge.
The banquet hall became quiet as if cold water had been poured on it.
