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At those words, Baron Romero's expression hardened..
“……Son. Do you know the weight of your words??”
“I know.”
“Well then, let me tell you my honest thoughts. It's an inconvenient truth for all of us, but the nobles in the northeast do not want to accept a commoner-born Dmitry family as their head. If we go aggressively to sort out the ranks, a war is bound to break out. What I'm worried about is the chaos in the northeast. You can't sacrifice people for that little power..”
Baron Romero's thoughts were firm..
Cape in the northeast area).
Even if there is an uncomfortable truth behind it, on the outside everyone recognizes and follows the Dmitry family..
But why bother?.
There was no reason to start a war to bring out the other person's true feelings..
Since Dmitry has power, isn't it possible to pull off at least some pretense?.
Roman said.
“If the situation in Cairo were not unstable, I might not have different opinions from my father..”
southern front.
And the four forces of Cairo.
Having experienced many things so far, Roman knew that he needed solid power..
“The Kingdom of Cairo is like a bomb that might explode at any moment. The royal family is weak and cannot control the nobles of the capital, and the Marquis Benedict is called a living power and boasts more power than the royal family. And Count Gregory and Count Denver, who follow the Empire, are siphoning off important information from Cairo to the Empire in real time. Father, how long do you think this peace will last? The Kronos Empire is crossing the border more frequently. For the Kronos Empire, Cairo is a strategic location, and war may certainly be declared in the near future. When that time comes. The nobles of the northeast have no future..”
“It is no different for other nobles. If the country is engulfed in war, the future of the entire kingdom cannot be guaranteed..”
“you're right. The problem is that the power of conscription lies with the ‘central government’, not the king..”
If war breaks out.
Everyone bears that responsibility..
And as is the case in the world, local nobles will be exploited like rags by the central government..
“In Cairo, the central government wields great power. If they want everything from us, we have no choice but to give it all to avoid becoming trash that ignores the country's crisis. Even if there is a voice of opposition. The forces that follow the central government in the northeast will try to take us out with the protection of the central government. So I think we need to make sacrifices. In the near future. In order for the northeastern region to speak with one voice, we must completely control the nobles in the northeastern region. No matter what crisis occurs. So as to be as strong as the Iron Fortress and not to be shaken..”
The central government's opponent).
Roman was planning to take control of the northeastern region..
It all started with the problem with Viscount Konrad..
“father. After experiencing a series of events with the Castro family, I learned that the power of the Dmitry family was comparable to that of the powerful figures in the central government. What we lack is power. But why don't you come forward for the people of the territory? Even though we have the power and the cause to help the people of the territory. Why don't you have the courage to make sacrifices??”
At the crossroads of either/or.
Roman pushed his father..
To make an extreme choice, there was no reason to show a half-hearted attitude..
finally.
“Above all, I don't want the Konrad family messing with my people. Please give me the hilt of the sword. If you only make up your mind, I will have the blood on your hands..”
In those words.
Baron Romero's eyes shook greatly..
* * *
The talks did not lead to a clear conclusion.
finish the place.
Baron Romero, who remained in his office, drank alone and lost in thought..
“……My son has grown so much..”
son's words.
It was right.
The Dmitry family had the power but did nothing..
I knew that trouble would arise in the near future, but I didn't want to invite myself into war..
Actually, I haven't made a decision yet..
Knowing what difficulties Dmitry would face with his choice, Baron Romero had no choice but to think carefully..
Roman's last words left a huge impact on him..
It wasn't that he was asking me to hold the hilt of the sword, but that he didn't want people messing with his people..
“Is a new era opening for Dmitry?.”
Castro incident.
Dmitry's people showed trust in Roman..
And today, Roman Dmitry showed that he repaid the trust placed in him with strong leadership..
perhaps.
People may be right.
As a mere commoner, he was not capable of handling Dmitri's power, but his son Roman was different..
‘My sore fingers experienced commoner status as a child like me. People say Roman is a half-nobleman, but it may be because of that pain that the Roman he is today was born. Roman understands people's difficulties and tries to solve them. What Dmitry lacks is not strength, but only the lord's determination. Then, wouldn't I need to empower the person who will replace me?.’
Squeak.
poured a drink.
No matter how much I drank, I never got drunk, and as time went by, my mind became more and more clear..
People sometimes.
I feel the moment of destiny.
My calmly sinking heart was telling me what kind of future I was heading towards..
‘Finding a successor is not a matter to think about now. However, for the sake of Dmitri's people, I must make a decision..’
widely.
I put down my drink.
And then.
“Is there anyone there? Call Commander Jonathan right now.!”
finally made a decision.
* * *
Unlike the changes taking place in Dmitry.
The northeastern area had a peaceful day like any other day..
a few days later.
A party was held at Dmitry's family..
The name was meant to celebrate Roman's return, and of course, all the nobles from the northeastern region gathered for Dmitry..
“I come from the Bolt family..”
“This is Sophia from the Grisel family..”
“On behalf of the Heros family, I have come to congratulate Roman Dmitri..”
Various nobles.
They came early in the morning.
The nobles in the northeast do not recognize the Dmitry family as the 'head', but that does not deny the fact that they are powerful..
Dmitry is clearly the greatest family in the northeast..
However, since the eldest son of such a family returned as a hero to Cairo, he tried to make a mark somehow..
huge party hall.
people were crowded.
Although they seemed to be enjoying their own parties, they spoke to Roman as soon as they had the chance..
“do you remember me?”
“Sophia of the Grisel family. Of course I remember. Didn't you have a conversation with Barco at the party last time??”
“oh. You really remember me?”
Sophia burst out laughing..
didn't even say anything.
The halo of Roman Dmitry overwhelmed people, and the nobles of the northeastern region had no choice but to try to impress Roman..
Especially women from noble families..
Each of them had received a special order from their father to seduce Roman in some way, so they clung to Roman with a smile even when he said boring things..
Like a bee attracted to a flower.
People were crowded around Roman..
Although he could have been intimidated by people's attention, Roman's presence actually shined brightly and he naturally accepted the attention from those around him..
‘Definitely not the Roman Dmitry of the past.’
‘It would be great if I could make this guy my person..’
‘How on earth do you like Roman??’
people thought.
this party.
It was a place for Roman Dmitry, who is called the hero of Cairo, and where everyone hopes for Roman Dmitry..
* * *
When the party gets a little ripe.
There was a man talking to Roman..
“His name is Viscount Conrad. It is truly an honor to meet the hero of Cairo who defeated Hector..”
“This is Roman Dmitry..”
Viscount Conrad.
He smiled kindly and offered to shake my hand..
There was no sign of ignoring Roman at all..
In his conversation with Roman, he tried his best to win his favor..
“I heard that you defeated Butler, a 5-star swordsman, during the battle against the Kingdom of Hector. Really, it's hard to believe that he achieved such incredible feats when he was only in his mid-20s. There was a time when I dreamed of becoming a prosecutor. Of course, I wasn't born with great talent like Roman, so I couldn't feel mana and gave up, but that's why I know better than anyone else how great Roman is..”
“That's too much praise..”
“That's too much praise. Who in the world would deny Roman Dmitry's achievements? There's talk that you'll be competing in a ranking match soon, and as a noble from the northeastern region, I have high expectations. The northeastern region has not produced a top ranker so far, but I think Roman Dmitry can aim for the top spot..”
The atmosphere was friendly.
When his conversation took longer than expected, Viscount Conrad shook off the glares of those around him and continued talking..
It was then.
Suddenly, Roman said something strange..
“Personally, I have one question:.”
“say anything.”
“This time, I heard that Dmitry's farmers had their farmland taken away due to Viscount Konrad's unilateral notification. Any idea why? There is a contract period, but the notice was so sudden that the farmers are suffering greatly..”
Moment.
Viscount Conrad's expression hardened..
I didn't want to answer, but I tried to get over the situation gracefully..
“In fact, there was a merchant who offered to use the surrounding area at a higher price. That's it. Skip this meaningless talk.…….”
“Was that really the reason??”
I stopped talking..
Viscount Conrad, trying to change the subject, could not hide his displeasure..
“Roman. We are having a party for Roman. But why do you keep bringing up such a sensitive issue??”
It was a warning.
no more meaning to say.
However, Roman took a sip of champagne and ended the conversation..
“If we just ignore this because it is a sensitive issue, we cannot solve the difficulties of Dmitri's people. It's such a pity. Still, if Viscount Konrad had thought about Dmitry at all, wouldn't he have been able to solve the problem with the farmers using common sense? By complying with the contract period or paying corresponding compensation. At least if it were me, that's how I would have solved the problem..”
Only then.
Viscount Conrad knew that his opponent was quarreling..
It was unpleasant.
Roman Dmitry and everything, I didn't want to have any more conversations like this..
“I was really disappointed in Roman today. I am here to congratulate Roman on his return in a good way. But why are you trying to ruin my face by talking about such a problem in front of people? It seems that all the public rumors about him being the hero of Cairo are false. I truly respected Roman, but I don't think I can enjoy the party with a smile anymore after being treated this way..”
In the world of nobility, cause is important..
Viscount Konrad.
I decided it was time for me to get angry..
Although Roman Dmitry's reputation is great, didn't he bother to raise people's feelings by bringing up unnecessary issues?.
Even if this increases the problem.
I was confident of eliciting sympathy from those around me..
With such confidence, Viscount Konrad took a resolute stance..
“I'll just go now.”
slap.
I took a step back.
People's attention was focused, and people opened the way for him to go out..
It was then.
“Viscount Conrad. The Viscount has not yet answered me properly. If you end the conversation like that and leave the party. I take Viscount Konrad's actions as hostility towards Dmitry..”
that.
It was a statement that should not have come out now..
everyone was shocked.
Viscount Konrad also looked back at Roman with a surprised face..
“Please come in front of me again. Also, I would like you to explain what happened that day..”
it wasn't a mistake.
clear intention.
The party venue, which had been fun just a moment ago, has become as cold as if ice water had been poured on it..
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