80 – Treatment of Spies
“Ugh, that’s what…”
“This is an incident that cannot be overlooked. An official protest to the Kingdom of Rawls seems necessary.”
“I guess so.”
When two weeks have passed and the third week is approaching since the prince of the Kingdom of Rawls was arrested on suspicion of espionage.
The high priests, cardinals, general knight commanders, the pope, and the saintess Stella, who are the leaders of the denomination, are having a meeting.
Stella would not have participated in the meeting as usual. She
She was compelled to attend because she was the one who arrested the spy.
She is very upset because she can’t be with her husband on the weekend, which is only once a week.
However, only the adoptive parents, the pope, the cardinals, and the high priest could figure it out.
The commander of the knights in general and other officials who had no prior information about the strange air currents were just shaking their heads.
I was just keeping quiet so as not to offend anyone.
“Saint Yeha… I think it’ll be okay if you stop and take a look.”
“That… Do that yes ha!”
The pope, fully aware that a spy was interfering with their lovely time, spoke first.
As soon as he got off the start, the cardinals sitting around him began to help as well.
Then, a small smile began to spread across Stella’s face.
It was a very faint smile, but most of the people present were people around Stella.
She noticed at once that she was showing a big change mentally.
“That…But I still have to attend the meeting.”
Stella still refused.
If she just left, it would be disrespectful and her position as a saint would seem too light.
It comes from her mind that no matter how annoying she is, she should protect what she wants to protect.
“Don’t do that… The saintess came as a reference anyway…”
“So, go and get some rest.”
Stella, a saint whom most people here love as her daughter and granddaughter, is making such an expression.
Who can say not to go out?
“…Then let’s go out.”
“Thank you for your hard work, saintess.”
Saint Stella’s face was full of smiles as she jumped up from her seat.
*
“As expected, the saintess is cute.”
“It’s still time for me to want to stay by my husband’s side for a long time.”
Everyone nodded in agreement.
Most of the people here are married.
The Hellenes Church is a religion that encourages harmony and marriage between men and women, so believers, priests, and priests also get married unless there are special circumstances.
It is said that most of the religious authorities have created such an environment, so their hearts go that way.
“Now then, let’s start with the main issue, shall we?”
The light and bright atmosphere became a little heavy with the pope’s words.
No matter how much it was a system in which a saint reigned at the top of the church, the real power was held by the pope.
His words are heavier than iron and thicker than blood.
“Since the saintess excommunicated, there is no need for humanitarian action.”
“However, isn’t that in line with the POWs and Human Rights Act proposed by the Union?”
“As expected, the treatment will be different depending on how the alliance interprets it.”
As long as he was caught as a spy, he should be punished according to the National Security Act
He is still the prince of the Kingdom of Rolls.
No, if he was just a prince, he would have given up even in the kingdom of Lolth.
Because it has already been excommunicated and falls under the category of human rights that cannot be found.
However, it is different in Rolls Kingdom.
The Hellenes Church and the Kingdom of Rawls belong to the National Alliance.
The Order of the Hellenes, one of the permanent member states, is a country that does not care about the influence of the kingdom of Lolth, a general member state, but
The problem is that the prince caught this time is number one in the line of succession to the throne.
“In the first place, that prince was the first in the line of succession to the throne, but he wasn’t even appointed crown prince, right?”
At that time, a young cardinal who had recently been promoted to the position of cardinal raised a question.
From noble mtl dot com.
Probably a problem that everyone has thought about at least once.
Why couldn’t the prince, who is number one in the line of succession to the throne, get crowned until he was old enough?
Usually, when a successor is appointed in a monarchy country
It is basic, custom, and customary to do it before the successor reaches the age of majority.
However, in the kingdom of Lolth, the prince’s marriage is neglected, and
The issue of installation seemed to be neglected as well.
“It’s a problem that there have been rumors that he is the queen’s illegitimate child since ancient times in the Kingdom of Rawls.”
“Huh… Then if that’s right…”
“It’s just a rumor. I’m sure King Rawls has other ideas too.”
To go to such lengths is to interfere with internal affairs.
They know very well that there is no need to be interested in the legitimacy of the king of a foreign country unless they intend to invade.
“If you think about it, wouldn’t the king rather use it as a spy?”
The young cardinal pointed out something quite plausible.
It was not installed as the crown prince, so it can be discarded at any time.
However, even if they are thrown away, it is also a class that can request repatriation, claiming that it is something they have to deal with.
Because the class of a prince is a valid class not only within one’s own country but also in other countries.
“Then, it seems that King Rawls is already thinking or being convinced that the prince may not be his real son.”
“Hmm…That would make things a little more troublesome.”
The cardinals are talking like that, and now that this has happened, opinions have begun to appear about how to file a complaint through the National Federation.
The national coalition also has an independent agency that can investigate, and also has a special agency that can prosecute and adjudicate.
A member country must follow the decision made by the national coalition, and if it refuses or refuses, it must be prepared to face unbearable economic and military retaliation.
“As long as we’re catching the spy, isn’t there anything we’re at a disadvantage on this side?”
“That’s right.”
“What do you think, His Holiness the Pope?”
“Hmm…”
The young cardinal’s opinions were all right.
In addition, do you think it was for espionage from approaching his lovely daughter-in-law?
I’m in such a state of anger that I feel upset and have the urge to kill him.
However, he is the leader who governs the country.
He is obliged to act for the good of the country and for peace, not his own reason.
Of course, catching and killing spies is
It is not contrary to that duty.
“I will do that. I will get the final approval from His Holiness the Holy Lady.”
“Whoa… As expected, His Holiness the Pope is cool.”
“That’s not sniping at me, is it?”
“How did you know?”
Once one problem was resolved, the atmosphere inside, which had been heavy and dark, was relieved.
They started playing with each other as usual.
“But, is it going to be that simple?”
“Then what do you think, general manager?”
“It’s strange that he was caught in Lagoon City, and it’s a bit strange that he was caught calmly…”
“Hmm… Come to think of it, he said he handed over the bag.”
The prince is pleading for innocence, claiming that he was handed over to someone he did not even know.
Still, doesn’t it make sense to receive a steel bag containing military secrets and top secrets from a stranger in a military country where foreigners are prohibited from entering?
The circumstantial evidence was sufficient, and the physical evidence was sufficient.
“How about doing another investigation before bringing it up to the international community?”
“The general manager said he would try it.”
“Yes, Your Excellency, would you please?”
“There is nothing impossible. I will also seek approval from His Holiness the Holy Lady.”
Although they do not have authority, all policies are approved through the saintess Stella.
If she refuses, you can say it’s over.
Of course, there is not a single instance where she has exercised her right of veto.
She has complete trust in her adoptive father, the Pope, and in the cardinals who have taken care of her since she was a child.
“Is this the end of the meeting?”
“There are still other issues left. Have a seat.”
“Hey…”
The young cardinal sat down with tears in his eyes.
Because she couldn’t go against her older sister, who was her high priest who was admonishing her.
***
“The West!”
“Whoa… Are you here?”
When I returned home, Mr. Seo was spending time with the children in the front yard.
Are you sure you were bored without me?
Anyway, you’re wearing a light outfit today too.
It’s hot, so I understand, but I’m worried that I won’t catch a cold.
“What were you doing?”
“I don’t have a sister… Perry and Yongyong also seemed to want to play outside, so I came out.”
Does Seobang know that you are really cute?
He was just about to lie down on the grass and put Perry in his mouth.
Haa…
It’s been a long time since we’ve had a relaxing weekend together, but it’s too bad that half of it was cut off because of a meeting.
Anyway, I will have to make time for myself by forcing myself to skip work one day next week.