Surviving as a Barbarian in the Game - Episode 467
467lord of the earth (2)
Count Alminus.
The royal family of Lapdonia is not one of the great families that existed from the moment of its creation.
but.
[Alminus Central Exchange]
[alminus bank]
As can be seen just by looking at the fact that the 'Arminus Company', which owns this institution, is a count family, its influence is not inferior to theirs..
As a supporter of Sawtooth, one of the largest clans, its influence even reached the labyrinth..
“I didn't think he would stay silent, but I never thought he would make Mozlan public..”
Amelia smiled as if she sympathized with the words she muttered as if she were talking to herself..
“The count's guts were stronger than I thought. I didn't expect them to use such a tactic when it was obvious that they were attempting an unauthorized subjugation..”
“Emily, it's not your fault so you don't have to feel responsible..”
“……responsibility? why should i feel responsible?”
“uh…….”
I just did it because I felt like it was the right time to say that.…….
Unless it's not.
I felt embarrassed for some reason, so I quickly changed the topic..
“It was sent two days ago, so why didn't you come to tell me??”
“I knew I would be busy, and I had a few things to check beforehand. If you didn't come home today, I was going to go find you..”
“Check?”
As if she had been waiting, Amelia told me a few things she had confirmed over the past two days..
It was pretty bad news..
“First of all, there was talk in the bar as if they had already released the person..”
A campaign of public opinion began in the Count of Alminus..
“I have a rough guess, but what did they say??”
“They're all a little different, but in the end, we managed to capture all of them and steal them along the way. Oh, by the way, there was also speculation that we might be the ones who summoned him..”
“Is that so too?…….”
“Still, there are many people who refute that it is nonsense. Fortunately, it seems that the paths you have taken so far were not in vain.?”
Yes, it's thanks to the effect of the reputation value that I've raised from time to time..
This might make you feel proud—.
“But you'll have to hurry.”
“huh?”
“At that time, I saw you approaching the explorers who had helped you. It seemed like they were trying to cajole him into testifying in their favor..”
“…Appeasement? There is verification magic, so you won't be able to give false testimony.?”
“Maybe you don't know? The right to remain silent is possible during Mozlan's trial. They'll probably let all the unfavorable questions go unanswered, then tell only part of the truth and force you to testify in your favour..”
“……Well, isn't ours much more credible??”
“No, if you look at the precedents, that is not the case. Usually, when the testimony is conflicting and difficult to discern, the trial proceeds in a way that lowers the weight of the testimony itself. It's a common strategy.”
uh… I see…….
“however… How do you know all that??”
“Over the past two days, I have read and familiarized myself with the materials..”
“…….”
Maybe it wasn't him, not her sister, who was the real genius?.
Although I was inwardly impressed, I was anxious and quickly asked Amelia for advice..
“So what do you think I should do??”
“It is a foregone conclusion that a trial will be held, so the first priority is to find those who helped you at the time to testify..”
“and?”
“Ask Melves for help. Because of its long history, there must have been many conflicts like this. There must be at least one judge with good skills..”
“Oh, then?”
When I stared with expectant eyes, Amelia avoided my gaze, perhaps because she felt uncomfortable..
“……What I'm good at is research, not creating solutions..”
Okay, so there's nothing else that comes to mind..
“Man, is there anything I can help you with??”
Erwen, who was listening intently at the time but could not participate in the conversation, said this..
I felt grateful..
but…….
“If I need help, I'll tell you first, so don't worry about it until then..”
I've had enough of my work as a tribal leader, now it's time to fulfill my role as a clan leader..
***
I got off work after four days.
Even though I wanted to lie down and roll around, I left the house and headed to the Mozlan headquarters..
Isn’t there a saying that even a bull’s horn should be removed when it is too hot?.
Before developing a strategy in earnest, you need to collect information first..
So far, there have been no major complaints..
However, there is one thing that is disappointing.
‘……Why did you have to call me to the main office?.’
In the past, Mozlan Branch, where Dwalki was arrested, was located in District 7 because it was under its jurisdiction, but the main office, which can be called the headquarters, is located in Karnon, the capital..
‘……Should I use the military platform even if I have to spend some money??’
Suddenly, such temptation flashed before my eyes, but as the clan leader of Clan Adavada, I finally shook off the temptation..
Oh, how much is it for one ride??
You can minimize wasted time by sleeping while you go..
“We sincerely welcome your visit to our headquarters. Baron Yandel, please come here. I will guide you.”
Soon, when I arrived at the Mozlan headquarters, the knights from the company greeted me politely, without mentioning my identity..
Is this what it feels like to be in a different world?.
Of course, it wasn't a good thing this time, but in the past, when I visited with the Dwalkie gun, I couldn't even set foot on the building properly..
This was true even though it was a branch office and not the main office..
Anyway, this isn't what's important right now..
“This is Christina Bealon, Chairman of Mozlan..”
The head of Mozlan who greeted me was a middle-aged woman with an elegant appearance. She was wearing casual clothes, but she looked like Auntie Inii, a member of Mozlan, must also be a knight..
“Bealon? Are you talking about Count Bealon??”
“yes. Count Bealon will be my brother..”
“Right. But is the original chairman even doing this??”
“Actually, that's generally not the case. However, disputes between nobles are extremely sensitive. I was worried that I might make a mistake, so I decided to take them there myself..”
“okay? Then try it quickly. The letter said they would tell you more details when you visit..”
“Yes, there are limits to the stories that can be shared through letters. Wow, where should I start talking about this?…….”
The lady glanced at me and started talking with cautious eyes..
However, as expected from an aristocratic background, the introduction was long, and it was only after going through the process of explaining the contents of the letter in more detail that I got into the main body of the letter..
“……Usually, in these cases, agreement is recommended. Count Alminus also clearly promised that he would lower the requested amount if Baron Yandel responded. but…….”
Soon the lady looked up at me..
“I'm sure the Baron doesn't want that.?”
Well, that's what I mean.
“Of course.”
“So then I guess we'll have no choice but to hand the case over to the Royal Court of Justice..”
Afterwards, the chairman explained the procedure when going to the court and what I had to do..
Among them was writing a statement.…….
“You can load the archives right now if you want..”
The writing of the statement was postponed to a later date..
Isn’t that the affidavit that will be used in trial?.
It is right to use a lawyer strategically..
Therefore, after leaving the building, go straight to the Rabbit Baron..
“Baron Yandel... … ? I haven't received word from my mother about the visit..”
It was the baron's daughter who welcomed me..
Unfortunately, it seems that Baron Rabbit is currently at the palace on business..
They said it would come back within today, so I decided to just wait..
And how much time has passed?.
“Baron Yandel, what is going on here? I heard from Minia that she waited for half a day.…….”
“Baron Lirivia, I need your help..”
“help… You mean? First, tell me in detail..”
The Rabbit Baron, who returned around dusk, sighed deeply after hearing my story..
“It may be rude to say this, but... Baron Yandel really seems like he was born in a storm..”
“…….”
“First of all, if you are a judge, you know a person with good skills, so don't worry too much. It won't be possible today, but you will be able to see it in person by tomorrow..”
“Thank you for your concern. But is there any empty room??”
“It's an empty room……?”
“Isn’t it a hassle to go home, sleep, and come back tomorrow?.”
“……Baron Yandel was staying at Labigion. All right. Later, I tell people to leave a room empty..”
“thanks.”
Okay, then accommodation is also taken care of..
Afterwards, we had dinner with the Rabbit Baron's family, and then we borrowed a crystal ball to tell Erwen and Amelia that we were staying out overnight..
And the next morning.
“nice to see you. Baron Yandel. This is James Elk..”
Early in the morning, I met with a judge introduced by Li Livia and received consultation..
The judge's expression after hearing everything I said was not good..
“……This is quite a troubling situation. Let's sort it out first. Is it true that the official charge against Mozlan is 'demand for distribution of loot based on contribution'??”
“right.”
Behind my back, people are spreading rumors as if I did something trash, but that's the content of the lawsuit..
“In any case, it's clear that Sawtooth contributed to this hunt, so he asked me to give him his share..”
The basis for the lawsuit was the Labyrinth Disaster Act..
In the event of a disaster, each explorer had an obligation to join forces to overcome the disaster, and the resulting dispute over loot was repeated every time..
Thanks to this, related laws are in place..
“It's difficult…….”
“…Is it that much??”
“yes. The request for distribution based on contribution is a legitimate request under the Labyrinth Act. And seeing as they confidently made this request, it is clear that they have the means to prove their contribution..”
The judge who said that said to me in a quiet voice..
“How about accepting the offer made by Count Alminus? In the end, even if it goes to the court, it will try to reduce the distribution as much as possible, but the result may be worse..”
“……Even though there are suspicions that they summoned the hierarchical monarch without permission,?”
My voice became grumpy without me even realizing it.
However, the judge still answered in a businesslike tone..
“That's not important in this case. Isn't it still just a situation? It would be difficult to prove, and even if proven, it would be a separate case from distribution..”
Simply put, it means that whether you pay a fine or face imprisonment in the future, the Count of Alminus must distribute it properly..
“I am telling you the truth as it is so that Baron Yandel can make the choice he wants, so I hope you will not be too angry..”
Huh, okay, I guess I'm not blaming him here..
“James, I don't know what to do.?”
“Once again, I recommend negotiation. If we use the ‘circumstances’ that Baron Yandel mentioned as a weapon, we will be able to reduce the distribution even further. There is much less risk to take on..”
“What if you don't mind taking the risk? But is there really no way??”
James did not change his position despite my reckless question..
“yes. This is best. Ultimately, distribution payments cannot be prevented. Unless the Count of Alminus withdraws the arbitration application filed against Mozlan..”
Yeah, that's it..
I have finished my legal consultation at this point..
It seemed like I didn't really get anything, but thanks to James, I had a direction for the future..
‘This means they have to withdraw it..’
The point is to make Count Alminus step down on his own..
Simply put, you need bullets to threaten..
***
After legal consultation.
I immediately visited Mozlan and, with the help of a judge, completed writing a statement to my advantage..
I think it's best not to go to trial first, but you never know what happens to people..
Just in case, you need to prepare at least a minimum..
‘They said it would take two or three months for the trial to take place..’
Since there was still a lot of time left, I postponed meeting Count Alminus in person..
Well, what will change now??
thus…….
rattle-!
On the way back, I visited the Explorers Guild..
And I filled out a subjugation application form while being entertained by the branch manager rather than an ordinary guide..
[Dreadlord Dreadfear.]
The target of subjugation is the tier lord of the first floor..
“…It's been a while since I submitted this subjugation application..”
That's right, I guess.
5When a tier clan wants to be promoted to a tier 4 clan, there are many other ways..
Usually, only those who have recently been founded but have sufficient skills and want to quickly advance in rank make plans to subdue this guy..
“The date of the subjugation is when the next labyrinth opens... … . I need to quickly post an official letter to each branch..”
Fortunately, the permit came without any problems..
“Do you know? As soon as the official notice is issued, there will be an uproar..”
There's no way you don't know.
That's what I hope for.
“There are five people participating in the subjugation.…….”
“…….”
“If successful, it will be the tenth feat since the Last Great Sage..”
It was the first bullet to deal with Count Alminus..
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