Never touch Eldmia Egga - Episode 64
Empire.
The name of the country that occupies a large portion of human territory and is called by that single word more than its original name is Eshnua..
I've only heard it once in my life. just now.
"Welcome to Vistim Tell Noir, the capital of the Empire of Eshnua. Margrave Ragnis Lien Da Levien, Margrave of the Kingdom of Itisel."
A man who looked like a gisaeng brother with long golden hair greeted Ragnis with a sly smile, giving an abbreviated introduction that would have obviously been much longer..
Yeah fuck. I'm just saying this out of curiosity, but it's true that an incredibly handsome nobleman greeted me with a charming smile. He was such a handsome guy that he looked like he had come straight out of a cartoon, so for a moment I realized why Asilier didn't classify me as a handsome guy..
The hurdle for handsome men in this world is really high. Of course, that kind of appearance isn't common, so I probably only realized it now, but the gap is so big that it makes me angry..
"My name is Esther la Vende. In the name of the family, we are protecting a part of His Majesty's land.."
All territories of the empire belong to the emperor. So even a small village marked on a map is named under the imperial name..
However, there are only two exceptions: when honoring the exploits of a deceased person or when giving territory to a marquess. In other words, unless that person is dead, he or she is a marquis..
"I had no idea that you would welcome me in person. Thank you for your magnificent hospitality, Your Excellency the Marquis of Vendée.. "
The Marquis of Vendet was the only one who welcomed us at the gate, but there was no mistaking Ragnis' expression that it was a grand ceremony. When a person of the marquis level of an empire was in charge of entertaining guests, it was common for his associates to greet the guests first and guide us to the marquis's lodgings..
After this meeting, I will probably have a subordinate guide me to my lodgings and have a formal meeting again, but I know that it is unusual behavior to show one's face in person before such a meeting has even been arranged..
"It is natural to welcome those who protect the continent from the threat of demons. Although this is to do everything possible, it also means an apology for the delay in the hero's departure, so I hope you don't feel too burdened.."
At his answer, both Radnelbandes and Ragnis had stiff expressions. No matter how much you are a marquis, you cannot say the word apology carelessly as a representative of the empire..
In other words, those words are from the emperor..
And that too to the Margrave, who is only the name of a kingdom..
"...thank you."
That was probably all Ragnis could say. There was a shadow on Radnellbandes' face as he looked at the two people talking as they walked ahead a little, but I decided to stop worrying about understanding their intentions and situation..
It's not for me to think about what the Empire's intentions are or what problems Ragnis is now facing as a result. That's Ragnis' job..
If I wasn't a kid who couldn't figure out what to do, I wouldn't have come this far..
After walking through the gate hall for about three minutes and coming out, the Marquis of Vendet introduced the man he called his close associate and then left. I got back on and the carriage started moving under his guidance, and I left Ragnis, who still had a serious expression on his face, to watch the capital of the empire..
To be honest, the city itself didn't seem much different from the kingdom, but I could see that there were more parks and the average level of clothing of the citizens was very different..
It is a city so peaceful and prosperous that one forgets that a war with demons is taking place in one corner of the continent..
"I feel like I want to look around in peace.?"
I smiled confidently and answered Ragnis, who puffed out his cheeks and grumbled as if he didn't like the way I looked..
"then. of course. But even if it is an empire, the capital is nothing special. Similar."
As I tried to avoid Ragnis' attempts to kick me in the shin, I reached my destination before I knew it. But the destination was something I had never expected. Finally, as I got off the carriage and was guided, I let out my honest feelings..
"The destination was the academy....?"
"It's not natural since a warrior is receiving education.?"
"No, I thought I was going to get some private lessons or something.."
I never imagined that the training would actually take place at a school. Of course, Cheryl also attends the academy...but she's a hero, right? She thought something would be different. But she was taking a formal education course, so even if she could do it considering her age, she couldn't help but feel a little discouraged..
"Now that I think about it, exactly how old is the hero??"
"I heard that he became an adult the year before or last year, but I don't know for sure. He must be the same age as me or a year older.."
Even though he is a warrior who will save the world and may make a great contribution to recovering his territory, it was not easy to understand that he was saying it with the nuance of not being interested, but Ragnis said it anyway..
"Oh, come to think of it, the last time I talked to you and looked into it, it was 4 years ago that you were selected as a hero.."
"What is it? It's not much longer than I thought.?"
I think I definitely remembered it for about 6 or 7 years last time, but in the end, I guess it was just my perceived time. Does that mean he is a rare genius who showed both learning and achievement at the age of 12 or 13??
"I know. It really feels like it's been about 10 years already. Four years ago was when you first met me.?"
"I see... Is that so? That idiot boss. Right?"
I clearly remember killing him with one kick..
"Hehehe. that's right. Anyway, it seems like the hero has achieved quite a lot in that short period of time. They say the rumors going around aren't bad."
The things Ragnis told us were boring things like annihilating bandits and subjugating a colony of monsters, but the number and scale of them were quite surprising. My honest assessment is that in just four years, most of the good work around the empire has been done by oneself..
"They say it won't be long before they cooperate with the kingdom and go to the front as an allied force... I'm looking forward to it.."
"No one else knows, but you can have high expectations.."
"Not that much. Anyway, if it falls below your expectations, Eldmia Ega won't do anything about it.?"
"If the hero chosen by God falls short of expectations, wouldn't he have already seen the ball?."
I am also a special case of reincarnation, so if I were chosen, I would be part of the chosen axis, but I was extremely ordinary until I got caught up in the war. It's not comparable to a hero born with the fate of being the devil's opponent..
"If you're special, you're special, so I guess something will work out.?"
"I don't think it's anything special, but even so, wouldn't it be disappointing if a hero can deal with someone who stands out a little??"
I think I'll be very disappointed.
Ragnis just smiled and replied blandly, “That’s true too.” As we walked around the academy chatting, a man with glasses that we had never seen before came running from the other side..
"Long time no see, Master.!"
Looking at Radnellbandes' reaction and expression, it is clear that that man is the culprit of this incident. The man who came up to me with a bright smile and full of energy was hit by Radnell Bandes' heavy honey chestnuts..
"Ugh!"
"This poor guy!"
In fact, it may be unfair for the parties involved. Didn't he just mention a talented person among the people he saw to praise him for being talented? If you are asked whether you could not have imagined that it would lead to such a huge butterfly effect, it is a level of absurdity that cannot be answered other than, of course, you could not have imagined it..
Nevertheless, Radnellbandes was convinced that he had made a mistake and kept feeding him honey chestnuts with the force of splitting the top of his head, and the man with glasses had to cover his head with tears streaming down his face..
"sorry! I really didn't know it would turn out like this!"
"What a wizard! Speak up! thoughtlessly! do!"
Still, he seemed to think that he had done something wrong, but as soon as we met, he came over to me with such joy, but seeing him being squeezed over and over again made him feel uneasy. In the end, it was only after Ragnis stepped forward that the glasses man's skull was able to rest..
"It's nice to meet you, but I'm really sorry, Ragnis. By the way, no matter how long it has been since I last saw you, you have grown so much! Your talent truly amazes me every time I see it.."
Since he was a close friend of the priest, he must have been on the same page with Ragnis. They talked about various things so naturally that I ended up having to follow them around without even knowing the glasses man's name..
"You will be attending the academy as an observer through noble privileges. Have you heard anything else about accommodation??"
"no. I haven't heard anything in particular other than that the Marquis of Vende prepared it.."
"If the noble prepares it, he will take care of it. Then, since my class happens to be next, let's spend some time and then come with me and watch the hero.."
"I like it because it’s fast. By the way, what subjects are you teaching here??"
"ha ha ha! What has a master's disciple to teach?."
After a good laugh, Gyeongnam changed his expression and smiled like an evil training instructor..
"It's real."
Hey, look at that smiling little thing. That guy wasn't normal either..
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