Episode 145
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Lian raised her hand slightly and accepted the salute.
In fact, Lian knew very well why Baron Juda was acting like this.
He is one of the few loyalists who are concerned about the future of Count Atrone.
This is because the two brothers were not worthy successors to Atrone.
“So do you support me?”
“Would that be possible?”
If not for the two brothers, Lian would have been a strong candidate for succession.
The problem is that there are many mountains to overcome.
Aside from Count Atronae, Lian is a nobleman outside of Airy Island.
“I have already received the honorary title of Marquis from King Ingleson and the authority of Commander-in-Chief of Isle of Eiley.”
“that… Word… … .”
“No one can oppose me.”
you can object
It is terribly frightening for the sole Marquess of the Isle of Airy to have lands in the very heart of it.
I can’t openly oppose it though.
“Most nobles will not cooperate properly.”
“I know.”
Ryan smiled.
There is no way to look favorably on Lian, who has a lineage somewhere between an outsider and an insider.
At all, it might be more welcome for Ingleson high-ranking nobles to occupy the land of Atrone.
Moreover, the situation is even more ambiguous now.
The nobles of the traditional Airi Island, not the nobles who came in from the outside, had memories of the Kingdom of Alba, which was ruled by the High King in the past.
The days of the ancient Lum Empire.
Most of the Yul continent was under the influence of the Room Empire.
By the way, the Kingdom of Alba took advantage of the island and fought against Room almost to the end.
Of course, in the latter half, they were eventually subjugated, but they were not surrendered because their autonomy and identity were recognized.
“So I’m going to step on the remnants of the past. It starts with the things over there.”
“Even with all the forces in the fortress, it is difficult to deal with even one of them. young master.”
They were two counts who concentrated all their efforts as a complete count.
They are sincere here at Fort Albezal.
In both formations, the count is directly involved in the family home.
It’s on a different level from the troops of Atrone’s brothers, who used to beat each other in small ways.
It’s almost like an all-out war.
“Why would King Ingleson give the position of commander-in-chief to a kid like me?”
“that… … .”
Come to think of it, it’s a really strange thing.
At first, it was thought that the Countess of Atronae had given command to Lian nominally since they had great influence in Airy Island.
Of course, the real command authority belongs to Count Atronae. It is also easy to take back command after the rebellion has been quelled.
The nominal command was Lian, not Earl Atronae.
The remaining honorary marquis position is just a shell.
The real power of the nobility comes not from their title, but from their land.
However, something was a little strange.
It was like that when I first looked at Charlotte.
Charlotte, whom she thought was just an ordinary maid, felt a pressure that she couldn’t handle.
Not only that, but also a middle-aged man whose legs are still slightly shaking.
‘Did he say Sebas?’
It seems that he is not used to being at such a high place for the first time, but he is a very talented person that is hard to imagine.
row above yourself. At least mid-level or above.
‘That ship looks suspicious no matter how you look at it.’
I had never seen or even heard of such a ship.
It was unusual in shape and larger in size than land-based floating ships.
Also, it’s made of steel, not wood.
The more weight, the better the output.
It is probably equipped with the finest mana engines used in battleships.
‘What about the soldiers… … .’
He had been a soldier for a long time.
Some of the soldiers Lian brought also seemed quite elite.
There may be a battle soon, but he seems confident rather than nervous.
Of course, there seems to be troops that look a little less distant, but I heard that they are the reinforcements of Count Der’s family.
‘Mapo Island is 5 gates.’
I brought the medium-sized horse cannon mounted on the Going Missha from time to time.
Even if it’s only 5 gates, operating it on land is a different dimension.
Unlike fixed artillery, only extremely skilled artillery can move horse artillery.
Because of mana interference, you shouldn’t get help from others, and it was difficult to manage.
“I am a commander whose skills have already been proven in war.”
“yes?!”
What kind of bullsh*t is this kid talking about when he hears Rian’s bold words? I even heard the thought.
Of course, I know I’m not a normal kid.
In the first place, the conversation we had just a moment ago was something that a kid of that age could not do.
By the way, a proven commander?
I’ll admit that I’m a gifted or genius, but where the hell is the time for that?
Until recently, it was Lian who lived with Count Atroné.
‘no way…’
Rumors did circulate.
He was active in naval battles. But isn’t that a naval battle?
That’s what it means.
“So you’ve got your last name Leon back.”
“You just saw the appointment letter. It says Lian Leon, not Lian Artrone.”
“her… … .”
In the end, the kid who had fled to Atrone regained his land and came to other countries to receive recognition.
What the hell happened in the process of reclaiming the manor?
Of course, Lian regained the county of Leon without much difficulty, but from the perspective of Baron Juda, who did not know anything, he had no choice but to let his imagination run wild.
“The Marquis is the sire of the Sinsenrom Empire and the Ibel Kingdom, and is also an honorary paladin, the terror of the pagans. He is also Count Leon and at the same time the owner of Count Rudeac. He also owns the New Continent, the Countess of Copana.”
Sebas, who was next to him, explained.
Of course, he could still see his legs wobbling slightly, but it didn’t look like he was playing a prank on himself.
“ah… eww… however… uh… … .”
Baron Judas was tongue-tied.
Soldiers. Rian is what kind of person he is. If you say that, the aristocrats usually agree and accept it.
From nob le mt l. com
Just pure cheers if you have a title that helps in battle.
However, Baron Juda, a real nobleman, can’t understand at all.
The biggest thing is that Lian didn’t have time for that.
Have you ever seen Lian with an overly stupid face when you stop by the castle once or twice?
‘Have you been doing something lately?’
Otherwise, there couldn’t have been so many titles intertwined.
Something was going on outside the world he didn’t know.
Otherwise, how could such a child have so many positions?
“It may be hard to believe, but don’t panic. Baron Judas!”
“yes. please tell me Bleeding… Your Excellency Marquis!”
Baron Juda, who had regained consciousness, stiffened slightly from tension.
If all these facts are true, he is now seeing a legend right in front of his eyes.
I was worried about the word “changing” earlier.
Perhaps Lian might not end up as an honorary marquess, but might be thinking of becoming the Supreme King… … .
“Send out the troops of the fort and guard that place.”
“dismissal. The order I received from my lord is to guard Fort Albezal here.”
Marquis, supreme king, all good. It’s nice, but the man who put his duties above all else was Baron Judas.
Command of Airy Island is useless.
“here. It was written by my maternal grandfather.”
Lian pulled out another piece of parchment and showed it to Baron Judas.
There was no special content, just a simple content that Lian could move the troops in the Countess of Atronae.
chuck!
Baron Jugada immediately got down on one knee and returned the parchment.
Did you show an example to Ryan? I’m not sure if Rian was paying respect to the parchment.
“then. You must agree to station the troops of the fortress there, right?”
“Before I die, I will not let the enemies pass by alive.”
Too much was too much.
Those words are not polite words.
Retreat is the answer, no matter who sees it, and there is no way to retreat even in a battle where no responsibility is asked.
“If you think the damage will be great, you can put your troops back.”
“No fight is without damage, and if you fight with that mindset, even an advantageous battle can look unfavorable.”
It’s a real hitter.
Since the aspect of the battle looks different depending on the mindset, it means that he will not have a weak mind in the first place.
‘Real battle without retreat, yes… … .’
Seeing the real exhaust in front of my eyes, I feel like my heart is shaking.
He was a man who would never back down until he gave the direct order to retreat.
‘Who should I attach… … .’
Then, as if biting, there was someone who came to mind.
“Did you find… Your Excellency Marquis.”
After a while, I came down the tower and called someone from the fort’s room.
“Mibiang Lieutenant Commander.”
“I am no longer a knight of Derga. So you don’t have to call me the deputy knight commander.”
“good night. Knight Mibian. Do you know why I called you?”
“after… … .”
Mibien shook her head slightly.
Perhaps it meant a complete transfer of command?
Now commanding the remnants of Derga was Mibiang, who was the center of the rebellion.
“You continue to control and command Derga’s forces.”
“yes?!”
“When the commander changes in the middle, there is a law of agitation. I’d rather borrow someone.”
“If a person… … .”
“I heard that one of your subordinates is Kok.”
I don’t know how Rian knows his subordinate, Kok.
It was close to the body type he had had since his days as a merchant.
He’s not particularly good at fighting, just slightly better than the average person.
However, it does not mean that they have excellent administrative skills. just barely read and write.
It’s kind of a pity to take him with me when I was the deputy knight commander. It was just such a talent that it would be a waste to throw it away.
“yes. Everything is a little clumsy.”
“Take it and see. It’s useful.”
“All right.”
Moments later, Kok was almost dragged into Lian’s room.
“It’s good to leave, Knight Mibien.”
“ah… All right.”
Mibiang went outside and Lian had a private meeting with Coc.
Cock was very anxious and fidgety.
“Kok, I brought you because you have a good sense of touch. How is it? Does this look like a place to die?”
“ruler… I do not know. Help me!!”
A cock lying down in front of Rian.
I think it feels really good.
He wouldn’t die right now, but it was clear that he was going to die.
“Who kills? I appoint you as an aide to Baron Judas.”
rattle.
Kok shuddered for a moment.
Baron Jugada is in charge of Fort Albezal. Albezal Fort is famous for its ruggedness on Eili Island.
If you are an aide in such a place, you can see that there is nothing dangerous.
By the way, it seems really good to see such a reaction.
‘Did I receive a blessing from an unknown god when I was young?’
By the way, leaving the fortress like an iron wall, Baron Juda will be stationed outside with his troops.
The problem is the stock, the baron’s personality itself.
“I want you to decide the timing to retreat.”
“my… How dare I!!”
Cock raised his head in surprise.
His eyes were trembling in all directions.
That didn’t just feel good, it looked like a computer mouse overloaded with calculating variables.
‘I don’t think it’s a great protection.’
It just seemed like a small blessing.
If it was the world Rian lived in, I don’t know if it would be treated as a superstition, saying ‘You’re talking like a blessing’.
In this world, magic and mystery coexist.
It may be difficult to foresee the future, but there may be people who can even feel the risk.
‘I wish I could see the status window… … .’
Unfortunately, I’ve never seen Kok’s status window.
However, no matter how good Mibian was at betraying, the timing of betrayal was staggering.
That means there is something in your aide.
“There is nothing difficult about it. I’ll just write you a letter of command. When retreating, just show the Baron Judas.”
“that… that… … .”
I thought I knew what Ryan was talking about.
“If we retreat too late, we will be annihilated. Of course you die. If you retreat too soon, you will die at my hands. So try not to die. Stop and go.”
Lian issued a congratulatory order.
Cock went out with his shoulders drooping.
“You are a perfect match with Baron Judas. It seems to be over.”
It was as if the Countess of Atronne had already fallen halfway into Lian’s hands.
That means that even the baron becomes one of his subordinates.
I couldn’t just let a useful subordinate die for a one-time use.
“Mibiang can also be used as a Quartermaster later without difficulty.”
The number of usable vendors was always less than expected.
If there is a problem with supply, there will be a big problem with morale and combat power.
To do that, having a cock attached to a personality like Mibiang is the worst.
“good. good. Very nice!”