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Which bureaucrats influence business performance and policy decisions, nobles’ reputations and power structures, and battles in remote areas.

In order to lead the country and preserve the royal authority, a balance had to be maintained between the royal family, the nobility, and the common people.

Arranged marriages of direct royals are also related to this, but very occasionally personal greed was involved.

‘The family name is not bad. I have no place to blame my brothers, and I have never caused trouble with the royal family.’

Brandis had no choice but to use her children as a means of arranged marriages.

Because he was also used like that, and it was also a way to maintain military power and power.

The first prince had already had a wedding, and now only the second prince and the third princess had to finish.

‘one… I have a partner, so I can’t help it.’

Of course, it was possible to break the engagement because only the engagement ceremony was held.

If he broke off the marriage somehow and got married quickly with the 3 princesses, he could have stopped it.

However, the opposing family was the Duke of Adelaira, and Shion Reggieard was already making a name for itself.

Above all, because he acknowledged the relationship between the two, he could not take it back now.

‘If it’s Shion Reggieard, it’ll be able to become a Setinos Quasar… … .’

Having Setinos Quasar, who came from a noble family, as his in-laws was a great benefit not only to himself but also to the royal family.

The minimum justification was kept, and the royal authority could be established through Setinos Quasar.

Depending on the situation, it could be made to raise the title and keep other dukes in check.

‘Was my discernment so lacking?’

Brandis resented herself, but didn’t take it any further.

Even the king was not able to see through all the truth and the future.

He was also a human being, and he was just standing here with his natural status and talent.

‘Yeah, that’s what I said.’

Brandis forgets what Shion Reggiard said.

In front of himself as the king, he made a mantra that he was the same human being.

At first, I was a little embarrassed, but I also felt that I was bold and fearless.

In addition, because he mentioned his life and vows with his fiancé, it was inevitable that laughter would come out naturally.

‘Am I not greedy?’

I could definitely get more, but I gave up everything and chose my fiancé.

It was probably only after I got married to my fiancé that I would start working in earnest.

No matter how late it is, the wedding will be held within a year, so wouldn’t it be okay to go there and try another invitation?

“… Commander of the Royal Knights.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

“Wouldn’t it be nice to take this opportunity to change the capital?”

Glonet understood the meaning of the words and showed a stiff expression.

It must have been to mobilize the troops in the capital to punish the wicked.

The Commander-in-Chief and his subordinates would come forward, and perhaps even some members of the Royal Knights could be added.

“If I dare to say it, the nobles may object.”

“If you ask me to hand over the privates, I will back off on my own. Should I give up a private for this kind of thing? one… … .”

Brandis was already considering other forces.

Cetinos Quasar, a separate order of knights or mercenaries, magic society, etc.

Of course, there were many restrictions, so I just chose an easier way.

“The Duke of Adelaira and the Marquis Reggiard will not stand still.”

“If the two families step out, other nobles won’t be able to interfere.”

“Let’s watch a little longer. The answer won’t come soon.”

* * *

The mansion of the Duke of Adelaira, Hanette’s room.

Shion entered the room quietly, but said nothing.

Hannette tried to talk to her first, but deliberately kept her mouth shut because the atmosphere was unusual.

He had something to say, but he must have been putting it off because he was worried.

‘Why aren’t you leaving?’

Shion had been immersed in this one thought from before.

At this point, Hanette had to follow the main character to the outskirts.

However, Hannette hadn’t left the room for days and days.

‘Because of the rebels? no. Are you afraid to run away? Not to that extent. I also met the main character… … .’

While talking with Hanette, Shion also heard information about the main character.

A young man named Serran Silize approached him and invited him to join the Knights.

They referred to it as the Sillaz Knights, and even said that they would wait at the Baldwin Mission Office.

He was undoubtedly the main character, and he should still be gathering friends.

‘Is it because of me? What did I do?’

Shion looks back on himself and organizes his thoughts.

He had prevented an attack on the way, and had told Hanette that he would protect him as long as he stayed by his side.

He lost his temper and told him not to go, and he defended his position with Hanette, blocking even the second attack.

‘… It looks like he did something.’

But it wasn’t really intentional.

I just did what I had to do, and I just wanted to comfort Hannette.

Of course, telling him not to go was purely his mistake.

“after… sister.”

“Now, tell me. What were you doing that for?”

“Why are you here?”

“… What does that mean? Why are you here?”

“You really hated being locked up in a mansion.”

“It is, but… I am much better now.”

“Why is it okay… after… Why .”

Shion is speechless and slowly controls his emotions.

He must have been influenced by himself.

However, it wasn’t enough to make a big change, and it didn’t look like the goal had disappeared because he was still learning magic hard.

“Weren’t you going to follow him?”

“He? Who are you talking about?”

“There is someone who suggested that you join the team.”

“Oh, that? No idea. What am I going in there for?”

“No, sister has to go in… under… driving me crazy.”

Shion barely suppresses his frustrated feelings and spares his words.

I couldn’t tell Hannette any secrets about him.

You won’t believe it easily, and you’ll disappoint Hanette.

Most of all, the words and feelings I had with Hanette so far were true, so I didn’t want to color them with lies.

“Okay, then what is your reason for wanting to be here?”

“What is the reason? It’s because it’s my family’s mansion.”

“Don’t answer like that.”

“What do you want me to answer?”

“after… What does your sister want right now?”

“Well… Are you by my side?”

“Why do you want to stay with me?”

“I told you not to go.”

“Write… Didn’t I tell you to forget?”

“I already heard, how can I forget?”

“You’re not kidding, are you?”

“What a joke… Do you think I am you?”

“under… … .”

Shion pours out lamentation and looks at Hanette.

Hannette was glaring at herself with a displeased look in her eyes.

Even if the conversation continued in this state, nothing seemed to change.

“I wanted my sister to live freely, but how… … .”

“Hey, I think you’re mistaken about something, but I still think I’m free enough. Why are you doing this all of a sudden? Where are you sick?”

“Are you sick? My heart hurts and I’m dying.”

“Looking at you talking nonsense, it seems like you’re okay. Or are you flirting in front of me?”

“Does this look like you’re being rude?”

“Otherwise, I would be out of my mind. If you have any complaints, speak up. I will listen to you.”

Harnette answered calmly and tilted her teacup.

I couldn’t understand what Zion was saying earlier.

It looked like he was hiding something, but it was close to speculation, so he just let it go.

“Does your sister hate me? They say they are proud, talkative, and do nothing but useless things!”

“So I’m putting up with it right now, aren’t I? Shouldn’t I, who is older, carry you?”

“You said you wanted to break up? Is it because you don’t want to get married?”

“Then will you do it? I can’t because I’m afraid.”

“What will happen if I break off the engagement?”

“… Well, what would be the difference? I don’t know either.”

Harnette had already made up her mind to stay by Shion’s side.

He had no intention of accepting the breakup, and probably Robens and Yenid would strongly oppose it.

Above all, he was well aware that Zion was not speaking from his heart.

“after… Let me ask you just one more question. What do you want from me?”

“No.”

“… shouldn’t it be? You want to be by my side because there is a reason.”

“You said you risked your life for me? You haven’t forgotten what you said in front of the king, have you?”

“that’s… … .”

“And if you don’t leave, I will protect you until the end.”

“… … .”

Shion is then enveloped in silence and belatedly gives up.

I couldn’t even make an excuse for it, let alone deny it.

Perhaps a combination of factors led to Hannette making an extreme choice.

‘It was twisted anyway.’

Since the main character appeared, it was like we were just entering the beginning.

If Hannett had been attacked by the rebels before then, he would have written a separate description or mentioned it during the conversation.

However, I couldn’t find anything related to him, and it was only revealed in the second half that Hanette was included in the target to be killed.

‘Even before the content begins, there are too many strange parts.’

The first attack could have happened by chance while he and Hannette were on a road trip.

However, from the second time onwards, it was overly contrived and deliberate.

There was no reason to aim for Hannet while exposing the existence of the rebels in the capital.

‘If anything has changed in relation to Harnette… … .’

Shion came up with a hypothesis, but immediately threw it away.

Harnette was the heroine of this world, and was meant to be with the protagonist until the end.

There was no way that such a catastrophe could have happened before the story had even started.

‘It’s better. At least the water supply should be organized in advance.’

The privates of the Duke of Adelaira and the Marquis of Reggiard were already on the move.

On the side of the royal palace, it was not enough that the head of the capital’s garrison and the head of the security guard were involved, and rumors were even heard that the royal knights would intervene.

‘Even for Hanette’s sake… I have to finish it quickly.’

* * *

The residence and office of the Duke of Adelaira.

As soon as Shion came out of the room, he went to the office by himself.

Robbins had a lot to do in many ways, but he was willing to give up his time.

Perhaps he was asking for something related to Hanette, or had something he wanted to say.

“Why did you come all the way here?”

“I have a favor to ask of you.”

“If it’s your request, I’ll listen. What do you need?”

“I want you to give me a chance to get revenge.”

The office was buried in silence for a moment.

No one opened their mouths, and Robbins gave a worried look in his eyes.

In the end, Robbins broke the silence by withdrawing his gaze first.

“What would you like me to do for you?”

“I want to punish them with my own hands. I really want to step out for my sister, but would you allow it?”