Surviving as a Barbarian in the Game - Episode 465
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The moment I stand up, the heads of the family who were making noise close their mouths and focus their attention on me..
Even though they are clearly in the same space, their eyes somehow feel like a wall. The beard baron, who made eye contact with me, opened his mouth as a representative..
“Let's see if Baron Yandel has anything to say..”
There was no need to interpret the meaning of those words..
We'll listen to what you say, but don't expect us to change our minds..
This doesn't look any different from any other family head..
‘Well, I’m not doing this to live well alone..’
Thirty-one heads from thirty-one families..
Among them, the only one who can be considered my ally is the Rabbit Baron, who is working hard as the host over there..
So say it again.
‘All you have to do is convince 15 people..’
Melves is now a group with a total of 32 families, including me..
17 yes votes are needed to reach a majority, and the yes votes from me and the Rabbit Baron have already been secured..
“I… Baron Yandel?”
I finished organizing my thoughts by listening to the Rabbit Baron's voice, which seemed somewhat anxious..
“Let me say this first. That it's not because of my greed.”
This was the first thing I had to point out in order to persuade people as young as 15..
“This agenda brought up by Baron Lirivia is for the benefit of all of us, Melveth..”
Of course, a rebuttal came in as if he had been waiting for it..
“How is it for Melbeth's benefit to support Baron Yandel and his clan??”
“'Cause I'm different from you.”
“……?”
The mustachioed baron tilts his head.
“The power of nobility comes from family. But my family is just now having to find a place to settle down..”
As I lower my posture for a moment in front of everyone, the puzzlement in my eyes grows even more..
Huh, then I think this is enough momentum..
“But there is no noble who truly looks down on me like that..”
I continued..
“What a strange thing. Even the Marquis of Tercerion and the Duke of Kealunus respect me and cannot treat me carelessly..”
“…….”
“What do you think the reason is??”
“That's right... Isn’t it fame??”
“Wrong.”
Well, strictly speaking, it's not wrong at all..
Where did that name come from??
“It's strength.”
Giant, Bjorn Yandel.
A person who became a baron by gaining expertise through his own strength.
“My fame and status came only because I was strong..”
thus.
“This is why you should support me.”
logic is complete.
“As I become stronger, my status will also rise..”
“……?”
“I have no intention of being content with a baronetcy..”
Helping me is for Melveth's benefit..
***
A total of thirty-one.
No, now I am a member of Melves, a group created by a union of a total of 32 families of different races..
There are two biggest weaknesses of this group:.
One is that they are ostracized and checked by the existing aristocratic society because they are of a different race..
And the second is…….
‘The highest lamentation count.’
One count is the maximum output..
“help me Then I will make all your wishes come true..”
However, perhaps my logic did not make much sense, and the response I got back was dull..
“I understand Baron Yandel's aspirations, but in the end, isn't this just a privilege for a specific family??”
Well, in times like this, I’m a stranger..
Basically, society means that if you push from behind, you will pull from above..
‘Still, it seems like a few people were interested in what I had to say, so it's okay.?’
We've shown enough romance, now it's time to attack the other side..
“Of course, that's not the only reason you should support me..”
I continued..
“Isn’t Melves still not doing anything related to the labyrinth? If you think of supporting the clan at the level of Melves, it won't be a big loss..”
The support of explorer clans by numerous noble families is not just a means of showing off..
Having a clan under your control means that you can exert influence within the labyrinth at any time..
Since this entire kingdom relies on a single labyrinth, the importance of its influence goes without saying..
There was no such clan in Melves yet..
“I know what Baron Yandel means. However, the reason we didn't touch the labyrinth business is not because we couldn't do it..”
“Then why??”
When I asked him pretending not to know the reason, the mustache baron once again kindly gave me an answer..
“This is because it is obvious that if we touch the labyrinth, the existing powers will come in check..”
At least on the surface, it was something similar to drawing a line with sacred sites..
Do not increase the number of enemies as your force is small..
That was Melves' motto..
but…….
“But wasn’t that story already over the moment I came in??”
From the moment Melves accepted me, who was a famous explorer before becoming a noble, that strategy became unusable..
However, the mustache baron was no slouch either..
“That's why this topic is even more dangerous. If official support continues, there really is no room for excuses. The outside world will think that we are using Baron Yandel to get our hands on the Labyrinth, and this is not good for Baron Yandel either..”
An answer that shows the determination that not even 1 stone can be given in personal support..
But if I'm going to back down from this, I haven't even started..
“Are they that scary??”
I asked in a provocative voice.
In order to change a person's thoughts, an appropriate stimulus is needed..
The reaction was immediate.
“…It's a meaningless question..”
“Why is it meaningless??”
“We just make rational decisions. Because that’s what it means to lead a family. Beyond me, my children. It is a position where I have to take responsibility for my family beyond my children..”
The voice was a little emotional, but surprisingly not very hostile..
No, I actually felt like I was giving sincere advice to my junior..
Therefore it was necessary to shake it further.
“To my ears, all I hear is that they will leave responsibility to future generations..”
“There is no reason for you to criticize my judgment..”
In the end, Baron Mustache's voice became cold..
Well, even though he got involved in everything, he was a gentle guy..
I felt sorry for some reason, but I couldn't help it..
I act beyond myself, for my team, and for my clan..
“There's a misunderstanding.”
Anyway, I've pushed enough, so it's time to pull..
“Baron Heskeira, I did not mean to disparage you. It just meant that from now on, we need to actively increase our strength..”
“…….”
“Wasn’t that why he dragged me in??”
I spoke soothingly, but Baron Mustache gave no response..
However, instead, the first remark came from somewhere else..
“I think Baron Yandel has a point..”
Baron Bwelyn of the White Wolf.
He is in his 30s and is one of the youngest among family heads..
“Isn’t this what everyone agrees is that we also need change?.”
As Baron Rabbit heard before, there were many people within Melves who were dissatisfied with the current situation..
So, as soon as the angle came out, it came out like this, as if it had been waiting..
“Oh, that doesn't mean I agree with this topic. Maybe it was the old days when it wasn't even properly established yet. For now, I think it would be a worthwhile attempt to expand our influence into the labyrinth. While everyone was making contributions in this war, weren't we left with no choice but to watch?.”
A full-fledged debate began, starting with Baron Bwelyn's words..
“I also agree with this part. It was a bit cumbersome to borrow the power of the Holy Land every time an explorer needed it..”
“But is there really a need to do it through Baron Yandel? If we just gather explorers from our tribe, we can quickly create a clan..”
“surely… I heard that Baron Yandel's clan still has less than ten members..”
“yes. I think it would be better to gather talented people from each family, create a new one, and then support them all together..”
Hmm, this isn't good.
I quickly intervened before the conversation got any further from the center of the conversation..
“You only know one thing and don't know the other two.!”
“…yes?”
“The war will have long been over by then.!”
What is the reason why those who pursue safety precautions become greedy for the labyrinth business?.
It's all because of the war.
Because numerous families have made enormous profits through the clans they support. But as I was just watching it, I started to feel sick to my stomach.—.
‘uh…….’
It must have been like that…….
“well. Wouldn't it be too hasty to try to profit from this war?.”
“I also have the same opinion. We need to prepare for a situation like this again in the future, but that doesn't mean we should do it right away. A hurried step is always bound to stumble..”
This is why they are nobles.
The problem is my unique attitude toward the future..
What big things can you accomplish with such a relaxed and complacent mindset?.
It's been like this for thousands of years so nothing has changed..
‘As a K-Barbarian who prioritizes ‘quickly, quickly’, this is a truly heartbreaking conversation..
but…….
‘I need to change my strategy.’
There were two options I could present to politicians who see the future..
Appeal my future value according to your needs.
Or, just make the future they envision look like a gutter..
Of course, the one I chose was the latter..
“That's stupid! While you waste your time, the families that ignored you will become stronger.!”
I grew up seeing and hearing that politics is based on negativity..
“Can’t you tell just by looking at the Prime Minister? He is taking advantage of the situation during the war to raise his family! Aren’t they giving positions to only their own people?!”
“But Baron Yandel, who contributed this time, is not a Marquis.?”
“Me, I am the exception.!”
Bringing up a topic that can't even be described as radical.
“Just look at the Prime Minister's son! Although he has no name or ability, he becomes a corps commander during the war and is recognized for his contributions on the battlefield without having done anything.!”
“It would be a bit difficult to say that Tercerion Sogaju has no skills.…….”
“Anyway, luckily I was the one to become a Baron this time, but what if the war lasts longer? Surely, a few more new noble families will be born, and those families will fall under the control of the family they supported.!”
“…….”
“Are you just going to wait and see? If we intervene, there is an opportunity for another family from a different race to be created.?”
stimulate desire.
But it still wasn't easy.
“…It can't be helped. It's our fault for not preparing for the right time..”
“The war was so unusual.”
“To be honest, I don't know if something like this will happen again. Wouldn't it be best to just keep going as is?…….”
What are these guys really??
The Rabbit Baron, who could not see my struggle, also stepped in and offered support, but in the end, voting began without clearly overturning public opinion..
“Let’s start voting now. Those in favor of formal support for Baron Yandel and Clan Anavada are asked to raise their hands..”
At first glance, the result was obvious..
‘I didn't know you were this conservative..’
In the end, we have no choice but to look for the next opportunity.—.
“I agree.”
The words I heard while the Rabbit Baron and I were raising our hands in loneliness..
He was Baron Bwelyn of the White Wolf tribe..
Among the family heads, he was the one who acknowledged the need for ‘change’.…….
‘……uh?’
Surprisingly, starting with him, the number of household heads who raised their hands gradually increased..
one two three four…….
When it came time to count the votes, the number of yes votes exceeded the majority by a hair's breadth..
“……Yes, seventeen families voted in favor, and the formal support for Baron Yandel and Clan Anavada was approved..”
The results were such that even Baron Rabbit, a native of Melves, could not hide his bewilderment..
However, as the voting ended and further discussions began, my overwhelming emotions melted away..
“I agreed to support, but I am opposed to using Melves’ public funds..”
Regardless of whether they voted for or against, everyone put restrictions on their support for me, and what I ended up getting was very small..
1. Loans available using public funds (interest and limits apply)).
2. Provide one of the buildings of Melves Chamber of Commerce as a clan house (at a low cost)).
3. Melveth exclusive quest can be accepted.
In the end, the key was number 3..
If you and your clan need the power, you can make a formal request from Melveth and pay the corresponding price.…….
‘……Because the beginning is half the battle.’
Okay, let's be satisfied with this for today..
***
After the meeting held at the Rabbit Baron's house, I rode the carriage back home. And after a bad night's sleep last night, I left home again early the next morning..
I have a tight schedule all this month..
“Ah, Bjorn… … . You came…….”
“Good morning. Shavin Emoor.”
“…Is it morning already??”
“…….”
He immediately went to the sacred place and began his duties as tribal chief..
As the deadline approached, I checked how far the real estate sales plan of the administrative corps, which was working day and night, had progressed, and after hearing about the things that needed my approval, I gave permission..
Please note that this was not the end of the tribal leader's work..
“oh! Bjorn! Did you come?!”
“Not Bjorn, but the tribal chief..”
“……Yes, chieftain.!”
Check with Einar how many of the warriors who completed the coming-of-age ceremony have returned alive, whether there are any other incidents within the tribe, and what public opinion is like..
and…….
“Me, I am the 2nd elder……?”
“I don't like it?”
“How could that be! would! I will definitely do it! Just let me do it.!!”
I appointed Charon, the son of Tarson, a warrior who was betrayed by his comrades but was saved by me, awakened and brought about the backpack revolution, as the second elder..
Einar alone didn't have enough hands..
A new month has begun, and I have to prepare for next month's coming-of-age ceremony, but I don't have time to pay attention to every detail..
It would be unreasonable to place additional burden on the already busy administrative corps..
Anyway, like that for a day or two.
The busy time passes by and a new day begins..
July 5, 157.
It was digging day..
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