Chapter 182

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Kaden couldn’t open his mouth.

Shion was already active as a member of Setinos Quasar.

In addition, since there were quite a few restrictions on Hannett, I wondered if the officials would object first.

“… Hannette Adelaira is a black fiancé. Wouldn’t that cause controversy?”

“She is also the daughter of the Duke of Adelaira. There will be voices saying, “Isn’t it empowering the Duke?”

Brandis looks out into the not-too-distant future and puts down his glass.

Originally, I had the idea of bestowing the title of Setinos Quasar to Hannett as well.

However, since he was engaged to Shion, there were bound to be overlapping parts in many ways.

“Didn’t you choose black over the two?”

“I chose black to persuade. If Hannette Adelaira had been chosen, would the bureaucrats want to keep quiet?”

Each of the royal officials belonged to various factions.

The Duke of Adelaira, the Duke of Ternane, the kind who don’t want to be tied to either side, those who want to be loyal to the king or direct royal family.

Originally, it wasn’t leaning to either side, but as Shion and Hanette built up the ball, the balance began to break.

“I don’t know much about the situation, but I’m guessing.”

“Guess what?”

“The family of the Duke of Adelaira must have grown bigger than before. Aren’t the nobles also trying to join the Duke of Adelaira?”

“… The Duke of Adelaira has grown, though.”

Not only Brandis, but many royals and officials had not forgotten about it.

A long time ago, a duke believed in the power and manipulated the succession to the throne.

If the duke had not been driven out of there, Brandis would never have been born, let alone inherited the throne.

“It shouldn’t happen again. It was over quickly then… If it gets twisted, the kingdom of Alain may be shaken.”

“Are you trying to cut off the Duke of Adelaira?”

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Kaden faced the reality and showed considerable concern.

Brandis had to run the country as the king and protect the authority of the royal family.

If there was an existence that threatened the position of themselves and future generations, they would try to end it at any cost.

“Then I will ask. What do you think will happen after I sever the Duke of Adelaira?”

“The power of some nobles will be disintegrated, and the power of the duchy of Ternane will increase. Many will be loyal to Miss Brandis, but with a mixture of fear and horror. More important than that… … .”

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Kaden looks at Brandis with a serious gaze.

Brandis cannot accept the atmosphere for a moment and is seized by a strange tension.

“You have to throw away Black and Harnett Adelaira. Your Majesty will suffer a lot of damage.”

From Caden’s voice, considerable pressure came through.

In addition, since he was even using the name of His Majesty, it must have contained sincere feelings.

“Loss… Do you really think so?”

“Your Majesty, Black and Harnette Adelaira have brought victory for this country. Abandoning those two is no different from abandoning the other officials as well.”

“… … .”

Brandis remains silent and quietly tilts her glass.

It wasn’t that I was particularly angry or displeased.

He just wanted to know how far Kaden could speak.

“Black almost died in the battle with Narak. At that time, I thought it was already too late. But he survived, and he has been fighting to this day. Harnette Adelaira is roaming the battlefield with Black. If you think of the merits of the two, you must never abandon them.”

This was a remonstrance for Brandis and also a consideration for Shion and Harnet.

Brandis had to have knights like Shion and Harnet, and no misfortune should befall them.

That’s why it was a serious statement.

“hahahaha!”

Brandis smiles cheerfully and refills her glass.

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Kaden accepted the glass in silence.

“How could I abandon those two? If I had the intention of abandoning it, I would not have made an oath.”

“If you really think so, you shouldn’t give Hanette Adelaira the title of Setinos Quasar. The increase in the power of the Duke of Adelaira also means that His Majesty’s power will decrease.”

“… I have already finished talking with the Duke of Adelaira.”

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Kaden shows a stiff expression while holding a glass.

In one way or another, it meant that the negotiations were over.

It could have flowed smoothly, but it could have taken a surprisingly coercive way.

“Do you think I would have threatened you?”

“Isn’t it… … .”

“Ha ha ha! I rule this country, but how can I blackmail the head of the duchy!”

The Duke of Adelaira was a family that made a great contribution to innovating the dynasty.

In addition, he had maintained a relationship with the royal family until now, and tried to restrain the family itself so that there would be no conflict.

That’s why it was able to build a firm position while steadily growing power.

“The Duke of Adelaira said that he would not hand over the position of head of household to Hanette Adelaira. I also paid support for the reconstruction of the Royal Palace and Sevenil Castle. I didn’t give any orders.”

“I must have known His Majesty’s heart.”

“My son-in-law is a Cetinos quasar. The daughter is getting stronger following her son-in-law. Can’t you not know?”

“… Isn’t that enough?”

Brandis had been keeping an eye on the Duke of Adelaira for a long time.

Had the Duke of Adelaira known about him, he would have been somewhat prepared.

However, the position of head of household and support money alone could not erase Brandis’ doubts.

“I said that I would not interfere with the succession to the throne.”

“It must have something to do with the 3 princesses.”

“The 3 princesses were engaged to Barchen Regard. Black is the younger brother of Varhen Reggiard. In the end, it also leads to Hanette Adelaira, but… You said you would see the end there, either by making it independent or by sending it to the Marquis of Reggiard.”

“Is that why you asked me a question?”

“Shouldn’t I listen to your opinion? I have already heard the answer from white and blue.”

Of course, he would have to discuss this with the purple priest and the black knight.

I sent a separate letter to the purple priestess, and I wondered if I should meet the black knight last.

“Hanet Adelaira deserves it… A lot of things are complicated. If it becomes the Cetinos Quasar, His Majesty will be troubled.”

“Are you against it?”

“Yes, I would like to object even for the sake of the two of you.”

If Harnette is appointed as the Quasar of Setinos, not only the Duke of Adelaira but also Zion will be entangled.

Silence will increase, and rumors and misunderstandings will overflow.

In addition, even if Brandis handed over the throne, he would continue to be suspicious of the Duke of Adelaira.

“Does everyone think the same?”

“… Do you mean white and blue?”

“I said something similar to you.”

Already, three out of six people have expressed their disapproval.

If more than half of the people expressed their dissent, there was no reason to think about it any longer.

“No matter which one you choose, there are some downsides. one… Can’t we lose more than we do now?”

If Harnette acts as a Cetinos quasar, she will surely be able to contribute to the kingdom of Alain.

However, the fact that she was Shion’s fiancée and the daughter of the Duke of Adelaira was too much of a risk.

In the worst case, it could lead to the purge of all members of the Duke of Adelaira.

“… I don’t want to face enemies. Aren’t they a good pair?”

Another desire may have arisen because there is something you want.

In addition, the two still retained the heart they had lost.

Maybe that’s why I’m impatient even though I’m looking forward to it.

“Even if you leave it as it is, you can use the two as knights.”

“You are right. If you are too greedy, you may lose even what you have. It shouldn’t be like that.”

Brandis emptied his head along with the glass.

Granting Hanette Adelaira the title of Setinos Quasar is something that has never happened.

Perhaps the same answer would have been given to the purple shrine and the black knight.

“… Shouldn’t we talk about something else now?”

“What are you talking about?”

“I must keep the promise I made with you. I’ll give you my day, so tell me what you want to do.”

Brandis laughed and reached for the bottle.

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Kaden seems to think for a moment, then picks up a bottle and fills Brandis’s glass.

“… I wish I could keep an eye on Miss Brandis.”

“Watching me? Hmm… You mean you want to watch me do business?”

“Yes, I would like to know how Miss Brandis lives.”

“Ha ha ha!”

Brandis was dumbfounded, but thought it was a little interesting.

I gave him time to be with him at most, but he replied that he would observe himself.

What were you thinking and making such a request?

‘Indeed… Aren’t you shy? You’re doing cute things.’

* * *

Residence of the Duke of Adelaira, indoor gymnasium.

Shion was holding a wooden sword and performing light swordsmanship.

It took quite a while, but my physical condition returned to normal.

Enrite left the word that there might be a problem with magical power, but complete darkness settled inside her body.

‘Exceed Lane must have darkness.’

These were the strengths and weaknesses of Seonghui’s demonic sword, Exceed Rain.

The Demon God and the 3rd Demon King, who had the essence of darkness, could easily be dealt with.

However, since the slime dragon had weak darkness, it was not easy to even cut it down.

‘All I have to do is write Brecht or Dran Calgonis.’

Brecht, the demonic sword of the thousand days, and Dran Calgonis, the demonic sword of the dragon, did not exist.

A successful attack unconditionally removes immortality and inflicts enormous pain.

In fact, with only two demonic swords, any demonic beast could be annihilated.

‘I can’t imagine being weakened like this… … .’

“I’ll guess what you’re thinking now.”

Hanette looked at Shion and suddenly opened her mouth.

Shion immediately puts away the wooden sword and shows a puzzled expression.

“How are you going to fit it?”

“It’s obvious what you think.”

Hanette got up from her seat and approached Shion.

Shion watches quietly and waits for Hanette to open her mouth.

“You think you’re weak, don’t you?”

“… … ?”

Shion was taken aback for a moment, but tried not to show it.

However, Harnette immediately saw through the subtle changes in her expression.

“You are not weak. that I have become stronger Oh, is Lesia also included?”

“ah… not really.”

“No, what isn’t it? If you leave it to someone else, you’re insecure.”

“… … .”

I couldn’t even make an excuse.

Now I know myself very well.

Rather, it seemed that even he would be caught if he lied.

“You have been working hard all this time. Are you going to work hard in the future?”

“It’s not that I don’t trust you. I just want to help… … .”

“Did you tell me? I just need you to stay by my side Would you say that’s hard too?”

Shion couldn’t accept that.

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Just being by your side doesn’t make you feel comfortable.

Anything is good, so I had to be given a role.

“You don’t answer. Are you trying to do something weird again?”

“No, I… … .”

“I can’t. Let’s get married right now. If you don’t do this, I can’t hold you back.”