History of the Greatest Territory Design - Episode 123
123fury. rip off investment (3)
“ready to launch.”
Come on, hit! Cheekkkkkkkkkkkk!
This is the royal palace courtyard in the capital city of Magenta..
The officer's voice rang out in the grand banquet hall there..
Following the voice, 50 crossbowmen turned their loading windlasses..
A lethal bolt was thrown at a protest..
The sharp bolt head caught the cool light..
At that moment, the officer's solemn order was issued:.
“launch!”
Toupapak! Papak!
50The lethal bolts from the feet were fired all at once..
They rushed toward the target, each carrying a force of 1,250 pounds..
King Alicia Termina Magentano was there..
“…….”
Alicia's eyes flashed coolly..
50 crossbowmen surrounding him from all sides.
The position they occupied was higher than their own..
Therefore, all the bolts were fired diagonally in this direction from above..
She instantly felt the entire trajectory of those 50 bolts with her skin, heard them, and engraved them into her senses..
The reaction was immediate.
steel spoon, scrap!
The moment when her sword seems to be drawn out.
The silver auror revealed his long fangs..
Skunk! Squeak!
Twelve sword strikes were fired in the blink of an eyelid..
Cut, slashed, raised, removed, sprinkled, twisted, cut, struck, cut, and split diagonally..
Twelve auras roared..
It swirled around her like a typhoon..
And as if it had never been blowing, it turned into a gentle breeze..
patter…….
Fifty bolts, cut exactly in two, fell at her feet..
It wasn't just cut off..
with the same length ratio.
cut at the same angle.
There was no exception.
However, there was no emotion in King Alicia's eyes..
This is just a warm-up.
“again. This time with random sequential shooting..”
Her name fell dry..
The officer, who was swallowing dry saliva, looked back at the crossbowmen..
“Ready to fire, load.!”
Come on, hit it!!
The 50 crossbowmen became busy again..
Just like that, the crossbowmen are working hard to reload..
Hundreds of bolts were piled up next to each of them..
It was a lethal bolt that could penetrate even heavy armor in an instant and inflict fatal damage..
However, even in such a bloody scene, King Alicia was calmly taking a breath..
It was obvious.
To most people, it may seem like a very bloody situation, but to her, it's just a normal, routine training situation..
‘Still, this isn't enough.’
need to become stronger.
I need to sharpen my sword even more.
You can’t be complacent just because you became a sword master..
If you do that, you will experience the same humiliation again as in the past..
‘Because I don’t want to go through something like that again..’
I remembered that day.
The day the Royal Capital Suspension Bridge was completed.
The day when a banquet was held, poison was drunk, and Lord Czerny attacked..
Even when I think about it now, I feel shame and resentment..
‘I got a lot of help.’
Javiel, who was just an unknown knight, defeated Lord Cherny, who was a sword master..
Moreover, what was it like for Lloyd, who I thought was just an ordinary master?.
Showcasing an unprecedented technique.
Absorbed the surrounding mana indiscriminately..
With one blow, a huge hole was blown in the banquet hall roof..
With just one dining knife.
‘But I couldn't do anything.’
I was embarrassed.
The sword master.
I felt ashamed of myself for being complacent..
It was from that day on..
After recovering from the aftereffects of addiction, she spent every day devoting herself to training like she does now..
‘Moreover, various issues cause headaches..’
No confession was received from Lord Cherny..
Sword Master's unique and strong psychological barrier.
To break it, various drugs and confession magic were used..
It was similar to digging through dozens of layers of steel wall with a spoon..
But I didn't give up.
Dozens of wizards were hung for nearly a month.
Finally, all of Lord Cherny's psychological barriers were lifted..
However, Sir Cerny's true intentions revealed in this way were shocking..
‘Lord Czerny... … It was empty. I didn't know anything.’
To be precise, some of his memories were completely erased due to strong brainwashing..
Motive for attempting regicide.
Behind the scenes that instigated the incident.
I had forgotten everyone.
All that remained was the purpose, emphatically inscribed: 'Kill King Alicia according to his will.'.
‘There's definitely something.’
Who was the person who brainwashed Lord Cherni, the sword master, like that?.
What on earth did he try to kill himself for?.
I couldn't figure it out.
This was despite countless investigations..
Moreover, the situation in the east has become chaotic recently..
‘Lloyd Frontera. His prediction was exactly right..’
Monster Domino caused by the Eastern Sultanate.
It was much bigger than expected.
The damage was also severe..
17 territories in the eastern mountain range were literally reduced to rubble..
Toupapak! Papapot!
50 bolts rained down while I was lost in thought..
Even through the storm of random shots, she kept thinking..
‘When I heard his advice, I thought it was just a possible disaster. Even if it did occur, I thought each territory would be able to respond and prevent it to some extent. I can't believe that such a large-scale disaster would occur... … . This is clearly my mistake.’
I took the situation too lightly..
Squeak! skaak!
Like a bolt that is easily cut like this.
I wish we could get through this situation easily..
It was then.
“Your Majesty, I have received a reply to your edict from the Eastern Barony of Frontera..”
A clear voice rang from one side of the training hall..
When I turned around, I saw a palace official with his head down..
King Alicia lowered her sword and wiped the sweat from her forehead..
“Reply?”
“That is so, Your Majesty. I just arrived through Jeonseo-gu..”
“Bring it and see..”
“Yes, Your Highness.”
I received a reply from a palace official..
I unfolded it.
[Lloyd Frontera, a loyal subject of His Majesty the King, speaks with sincerity..]
Lloyd's handwriting looked slightly scrawled..
King Alicia's eyebrows furrowed slightly..
‘Sincerely? I don't think so.’
No matter how you look at it, you are definitely not the kind of person who would feel that way..
She moved her eyes, tightening her guard..
[Today, I solemnly unfold the edict issued by His Majesty the King. He firmly swore to uphold that will with all his heart. But I don't have the money for that..]
“…….”
what did i just see.
her eyes kept moving.
[The behavior of the refugees flocking in is truly miserable. The children are starving, leaving nothing but bones and skin, and the old man has collapsed and is barely dependent on his children for support. In accordance with Your Majesty's noble will, I wish to feed and clothe them. But I don't have the money for that..]
“Tsk.”
Now I can see the intention.
Her eyes scanned the reply..
[I sincerely hope to overcome this disaster wisely. But then I say I don't have any money. I wish to uphold your will with loyalty. But then I say that I don't have any money. There is no food either. I don't have any clothes or daily necessities. The only thing I have is this painful, heartbreaking loyalty to you, and it is just a blinding sight, and I can't help but cry out your name day and night..]
“…….”
Don't call me that..
I really wanted to stop you.
I just wanted to close the reply at this point..
However, the devilish whining that Lloyd engraved in his reply never let go of her gaze..
[So, to help us all overcome this sad disaster, I carved Your Majesty's Jade Eyes on a large canvas and hung it on one wall. Last night, I spent a long time looking at His Majesty's prison cell in the painting along with the starving refugees. Well, wouldn't it be the refugees who forgot their hunger out of bitter loyalty?!]
“…….”
[The pain of evacuation was also the same. This morning, together with the refugees, we formed an organization called ‘Kingatsia’, named after His Majesty Hamza. Yes, this is a fan club, a gathering of people who try to forget the pain of evacuation with loyalty and affection for His Majesty..]
“…….”
for a moment. what?
I'm sane now?
[When I feel hungry, I look at His Majesty's prison inside the canvas. When I feel pain, I sing a song to honor His Majesty. When the cold sets in, I count every morning and evening how many days are left until His Majesty's birthday this year. Then we can forget all the hunger, pain, and cold. Everyone laughs happily..]
“…….”
That sounds creepy and boring.?
[Of course, I'm not tired of it at all. Every moment is fun. Every time I do it, I get a new feeling. As I tell you this, I never knew that not having money would provide such a happy and meaningful experience to both refugees and local residents. I have no money and am hungry and happy. I buy it for fun because I have no money and am sick. I don't have money and it's cold and it's exhilarating..]
“…….”
Stop it, you idiot..
[What can I do if I don't have money? We are only loyal to Your Majesty! I will overcome this hunger, pain, and cold by embracing only one person. So, in the distant future, when spring comes when beautiful flowers bloom, we will carefully engrave your beautiful hamja on the forehead of the skull that we will leave behind. Ah, Your Highness. Ahhh, zeeounha!]
“…….”
I can't think of anything to say anymore.
She looked at the bottom of the reply with resigned(?) eyes..
[PS - Your Majesty is well aware, and I am also well aware, that there is not much territory left in the Cremona region except for us. I am the one who carried Your Majesty on my back! If you still remember some of Lloyd Frontera's devoted warmth, please give me some money... … In addition, the royal blacksmith, Elder Corgidus, also came to our territory... … This is my earnest request..]
“ha ha ha.”
After reading the reply, King Alicia burst out laughing..
The airway was not full.
‘I made another mistake.’
Rather, the edict should not have been issued only to the Barony of Frontera, if not to other places..
We sent it all together..
I ended up giving Lloyd an excuse..
A reason to proudly whine at yourself..
‘Tsk. If an edict had not been sent, such whining could have been ignored..’
I had no idea that he would start whining so openly as soon as he received the royal decree. He didn't even know how to throw a tantrum, like he was hanging on by the hem of his pants..
‘I guess I'll have to increase the amount of support even more than I originally had in mind..’
If I didn't, I felt like I would whine again..
No, it was obvious that I would whine even more than this time..
I didn't want to get my eyes dirty(?) by seeing that reply..
So, I decided to do it anyway..
As I was doing it, I suddenly thought about making it bigger..
‘How about making the Barony of Frontera the center of the reconstruction of the Cremona region?.’
She recalled the news about the Barony of Frontera that she had heard through intelligence..
Two large-scale monster raids.
He said he blocked it all..
I heard that they had a huge monster from the eastern mountain range under their command..
It is also said that the orc tribes from the wilderness were relocated to the mountains..
‘In that case, the safest place from the Monster Domino incident would now be the Barony of Frontera. If Lloyd's ability and generous support are added to such conditions, the reconstruction project will be worth pursuing..’
Beyond the reconstruction project.
Even the second largest city in the Cremona region..
If you support the growth of the Barony of Frontera like that,?
‘Lloyd Frontera, I can make him my eastern shield..’
The population must have exploded due to the influx of refugees..
If the population is stably accommodated and settled?
The Barony of Frontera will be able to increase its size at once..
It will soon become a big city..
‘It will never be a loss to me or the royal family..’
As long as there is a clear benefit.
As long as the benefits are maintained.
Lloyd was the one who would offer unchanging loyalty..
It is for such a person to increase his strength..
That will strengthen your royal authority..
In addition, it will also serve as a shield to keep the old enemy, the Sultanate, in check in the east..
In many ways, it could be said to be an investment with little room to lose..
After completing the calculation, King Alicia raised his head..
“Jim tells me. The Minister of the Palace is to immediately enter the palace and hold a review committee for the promotion of the Barony of Frontera to special city status..”
Her solemn name fell.
♣
“So this isn't an order, it's a request..”
Meanwhile, the beginning of a sunny winter.
Lloyd spoke in a vacant lot in the Barony of Frontera, far to the east of the royal palace..
“Hey, have you ever spun the treadmill??”
“Podong?”
Podong tilted his round head in his palm..
Lloyd smiled happily..
“There isn't one?”
“Podong!”
“also. Then should I make one right now??”
“Podo-dong?”
“The diameter of the treadmill is approximately 20 meters. So that you can have a lot of fun. how?”
“Podong!”
A treadmill for play.
I didn't expect to receive such a surprise gift..
Joy spread over Podong’s chubby cheeks..
My puffy buttocks automatically twitched..
A happy smile spread across Lloyd's face as he looked at Podong..
I'm happy to give Podong a treadmill as a gift.?
Of course it wasn't.
‘Hehehe. With this, equipment for apartment construction is also OK..’
When Podong gets excited and starts the treadmill,.
The equipment connected to it will also run happily..
‘That way the cement won't harden.!’
As expected, the Barony of Frontera at the beginning of winter is sunny and bright..
There, a mixer, a special equipment for the construction of the first apartment complex in the history of the Laurasia continent, was being invented..
Its identity was a 20-meter-diameter hamster wheel that a giant hamster would spin vigorously..
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