I have too many superiors – 4
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No matter how much I get used to the place I’m dispatched to, I can’t help but feel more comfortable in my original place of work. It is very strange that the comparison target is not the house but the place of work, but unfortunately, the place where I stayed longer than the house is the inspection department, so what can I do?
So, while I was here, I thought of going to rest in a comfortable place. There are many high-ranking people at the academy to care for, but the Inspection Department has no one above me. At most, it would be enough to only care about the minister who uses the same office building.
I definitely thought so.
‘The rumor just spread.’
It made my heart ache when I saw the shiny communication phrases that flaunted their presence. Obviously, as a civil servant, I only have to worry about the minister. Although the imperial family is at the top, at least the imperial family doesn’t lose contact with unexpected events. Fortunately, there will be no contact from the imperial family for the time being.
But before I am a civil servant, I am also an imperial nobleman. There are overwhelmingly more of my superiors as nobles than my superiors as civil servants. After all, I am only the heir, not the owner of the title. If you think about the duke right now, there are five superiors.
“I’m Carl Krasius, Director of the Inspection Department.”
– Carl. It’s me
Anyway, I couldn’t keep the boss waiting, so when I got the call, I saw a man with a neat beard and a gentle smile.
“The successor of the Krasius family, Carl Krasius, the head of the Treasury Department’s Inspection Department, greets the noble warlord. How have you been?”
– Good bye. Is there anything special about a guy who only keeps his seat?
As soon as I confirmed the opponent, I hurriedly lowered my head. Because the main character who contacted him was Jeon Seung-gong, one of the five dukes. After Majonggong, Jeonseunggong, what day is it today?
– I heard it from Prince Ma. Are you in the island?
“Yes, Your Excellency. I’m here for a while.”
The loudspeaker that spread the rumor was, of course, Majonggong. Elderly, your mouth is a little light. He seemed considerate of asking me to go see some close people before going back to the academy.
– It was a pity that I couldn’t see you off before the dispatch. Is the time okay?
“Of course. Even if you don’t have one, you have to make one.”
– Haha, thank you. I’m always where I am, so come when it’s convenient for you.
“Okay.”
I confirmed that the light of the communication tool was disappearing, and put it into my chest.
‘I’m going to say hello.’
It wasn’t something that was specifically planned, but since he contacted me personally, I should go. Where is the mad noble who refuses the duke’s invitation?
I have to go back before club time, so I don’t have much time. When it’s convenient, I have to move right away so I can return to the academy before it’s too late.
The headquarters of the Imperial Army General Headquarters. The home of Jeon Seung-gong, the deputy commander and general marshal of the Imperial Army, who leads the Imperial Army on behalf of the nominal commander-in-chief, the Emperor. Even the Minister of War does not dare to dare to control Jeon Seung-gong, the father-in-law of the Crown Prince, so it is the place where the head of the military is staying.
‘It’s sad every time I see it.’
And that’s where I should be working. It was said that if Jeon Seung-gong passed over to the military department, he would provide a good position at the general headquarters, but due to the crown prince’s splendid leadership, the general headquarters couldn’t even come close. Would my life have been different if I hadn’t been hit by the head at that time?
I wonder what position I would have been in if I had spent two years at the General Headquarters with the halo of the Victory Gong. At least he wouldn’t have risen to such a bizarre position as the head of the inspection department.
As I entered the government building with a bitter heart, a guard greeted me with a salute. He went in and out of the academy so much that he felt like he was treated as a half-military person instead of an outsider. It seems like the result of my lingering feelings in my heart for failing to escape to the headquarters.
“Good job.”
I accepted the salute in moderation and headed for the deputy commander’s office, but it was also a job to say hello to everyone I met on the way. Two years ago, of course, I knew how to go to the General Headquarters, and I met the people of the General Headquarters often and became close beforehand.
‘The prince’s bastard real.’
Even though it’s been two years, a deep sigh rises. Immediately after being promoted to inspector general, while the people at the general headquarters congratulated him on his promotion, ‘What is this bastard doing?’ I still cannot forget what I looked at with those eyes. It’s because the guy who was nominated for a promotion was bluffing to join the military.
But it was unfair. My promotion was an incident that I only found out about after I was notified of the promotion. It is said that personnel transfers at the managerial level or higher are usually notified to the nominee in advance, but the young prince suddenly came out and promoted the minister.
‘It has arrived.’
While chewing on the prince, the deputy commander’s office is visible in front of you. After all, nothing passes time so well as cursing at a high-ranking person without anyone knowing.
– Knock Knock
“Your Excellency, this is Carl Krasius.”
“Ah, you’re here quickly. Come in.”
When I opened the door, I got up from my seat and saw Jeon Seung Gong approaching. No, you don’t have to sit down.
“Welcome back, Carl. Long time no see.”
He patted him on the shoulder and bowed his head towards the smiling lore ball. Aside from being a duke, this person owed too much.
“It’s been a while, sir. I’m glad you’re doing well.”
“Why do you double-check my regards? I was very disappointed that you left without saying a word while thinking about me.”
“I’m sorry. It was so urgent…”
“Ha ha! Just kidding. Of course I get it.”
At the same time, it was very embarrassing to grab my shoulders, drag me, and sit me down. At the same time, I headed to the teapot in the corner, so I hurriedly got up from my seat and waved my hand to sit down. This kind of harmless consideration is the most frightening law.
“You’ve already had a drink with Ma Jong-gong, but let’s have a drink with me too. Is that okay?”
“It’s an honor.”
I just stared blankly at the back of Jeon Seung-gong as he got into the car with a smile. He stood up to take his place before, but he is really like this since he was crushed by force. Wow, the car the duke drives himself. It’s such an honor…
“Today’s dream seat was good, so it must have been a sign that a special guest would come.”
“Your Excellency seems to care about dreams too. It’s surprising.”
“I think it’s because I’m getting older. Ah, what I said just now is a secret from Prince Ma.”
“Haha. Of course.”
I laughed at Jeon Seung-gong’s words while bringing tea. It is a fact known to those in the know that Ma Jong-gong became interested in dream interpretation a few years ago. In such a situation, if you find out that Jeon Seung-gong said, ‘It seems like you’ve grown old and started to pay attention to your dreams’, then Ma Jong-gong will attack.
It doesn’t matter if the subject is a legend. Anyway, it’s true that I was shot for my age. In fact, no one cares that Ma Jong-gong is 120 years old, but he himself reacts sensitively and causes others to care. Is this the kind of thing that is weighed down by the calamity he brought on himself?
“I heard that there are many noble bloodlines gathered at the academy.”
“Yes, it is.”
“You must be in a lot of pain. It’s a pity that I can’t help you.”
“How can I ask for your help in my work? Thank you for your words.”
With those words, Jeon Seonggong and I put the tea cups to our lips at the same time. After a moment of silence, the first to speak was Jeon Seung-gong again this time.
“Yes, Carl-kun will do well. His Highness, the Crown Prince, also showed his trust in Carl-kun.”
“Thank you.”
Somehow, he called out of nowhere, and it wasn’t just to drink tea.
‘Is the status quo still maintained?’
A noble lineage gathered at the academy. It refers to Lutis, Later, and Tanian, but from the Empire’s point of view, Ainter is the first thing that comes to mind.
What Jeon Seung-gong said is simple. It’s unfortunate that he’s suffering from the prince’s order to keep an eye on Ainter, but he couldn’t change the prince’s will. Still, since the prince had no intention of going any further, he said that he just had to keep an eye on Ainter from my own point of view.
It’s fortunate. I was worried when the crown prince would go crazy and tell me to deal with Ainter, but the successor succeeded in maintaining the status quo. Not unilaterally taking the side of his son-in-law, the crown prince, and caring about my situation. I am so grateful.
“What. Everything is possible because of what Carl-kun built.”
To my gratitude, Jeon Seung-gong replied with a light smile. I also raised my eyebrows. Still, I don’t feel comfortable when I have such a small amount of debt.
Except for the fact that the crown prince chose to maintain the status quo, Jeon Seung-gong did not make any other business remarks. In the first place, if a person like a duke has an issue that needs to be conveyed directly, that’s a bigger deal.
While drinking tea and having a simple conversation, I thought of something, so I cautiously opened my mouth.
“How are the others?”
“Probably so. Except for me and Prince Ma, they don’t come out of the territory, so how can I know if they’re doing well?”
I’m glad. I was wondering what to do if I was summoned by another duke, but if it wasn’t in the system, I wouldn’t worry about that. However, it is unusual for Jeon Seung-gong and Ma Jong-gong, who have work in the system, that dukes usually stay in the territory and run to the emperor when called.
Steel-Blooded Balls who are virtually retired, Golden Balls immersed in business, and Wise Balls who seem to be enjoying SimCity in the territory. I know very well that they are rare Dukes in Jedo, but hearing the confirmation that they are not in Jedo puts my mind at ease.
As he nodded his head at the comfort that filled his chest, the Jeon Gong smiled and said,
“Shouldn’t I ask Carl about the Iron Blood Ball?”
“Yes? What do you mean?”
“Oops, you’re old and you made a mistake. Forget what I said.”
By the way, bursting into laughter is an intentional remark that anyone can see.
‘How far has it spread?’
There was something I guessed, so I laughed awkwardly. It seems that Marghetta told the Sangvisian about the banquet, and the Sangvisgong also told the storyteller. It must have been interesting to hear that I, who had never danced before, suddenly danced with Marghetta.
‘It’s burdensome.’
Jeon Seung-gong is one of the people who knows why I endured without being engaged, let alone married. So, I glossed over it, saying it was a mistake, but it must be a sneaky reference to Marghetta.
I know that this statement was made out of concern for me and no other intention. Still, it’s a bit scary to mention it if you forget it. I’m not an elderly person going to say hello on holiday.
I certainly didn’t feel this kind of pressure even from the family head. Anyone who sees it will know that I am the son of a Jeon Seung-gong.