114 – 27. rise (5)
Early the next morning, the Emperor of the Empire finally arrived at the defensive line.
Even though the protocol part was excluded as much as possible because it was for battle, not a simple procession.
I couldn’t erase the brilliance that was clearly felt in the procession.
“The rightful ruler of the empire! Greetings, Your Majesty!”
They are commanders in key positions among key positions leading the legions of the Empire.
Even if a fair amount of aristocrats came, they could just say hello and move on.
Such people knelt down and bowed their heads while lying flat on their faces.
The existence that had now arrived before them was someone who deserved to be treated that way.
“Raise your head.”
“Yes, Your Majesty the Emperor.”
“There were many hardships. It was said that it was not too late to move and minimize the damage. Your credit is great.”
“It’s just ghastly. We just did our duty!”
“Not only you, but also your officers and soldiers have worked hard. Although it is not possible to express my congratulations under the circumstances, I would like to convey my thoughts to the soldiers under my command instead.”
At the words of the emperor, the commanders once again politely show up.
“You caught busy people and made them too formal. Hurry up and do your work. On the battlefield, even the emperor cannot interfere with the decisions of the frontline commanders. It would be right to leave it to the experts.”
In fact, the emperor would be more of an expert when it comes to combating demons.
Since the time of the Great War, the emperor has been on the battlefield with his imperial knights.
The days were so fierce that there were times when I almost died in battle.
Even so, the reason why the emperor took a step back is because this is an army.
Commanders are positions made up of experts in managing large numbers of soldiers.
In such cases, it was most effective to ensure their discretion.
“your majesty. If so, I would like to convey the opinions of the directors.”
“good night. What thoughts did you have and what decisions did you make while I was away? Let’s hear your opinions. Ah, let all the nobles who came from each territory participate. Shouldn’t everyone hear what happened and how it will go?”
While taking care of the commanders who could be called direct subordinates to the imperial family, he also treated nobles.
It could be said that it even contained the inner meaning of not causing a disturbance inside.
“Currently, the Witchbeasts are motionless without any activity.”
“As a result of reconnaissance by Lichtenauer, it is said that the slaughter battle between them that took place a while ago has come to an end. It was hoped that it would cause major damage, but unfortunately, it is said that it was only minor damage.”
“It’s the first time I’ve heard that demon beasts engaged in a close-quarters battle like that.”
“So are we. So, I think it might be a trap to attract the imperial army.”
While nodding his head at the commanders’ words, the emperor seemed to have other thoughts.
Thinking hard about something, he waved his hand as if asking him to continue.
“We tried to enter, but decided that the situation was not good, so the troops are on standby at the current location. However, if the right time comes, we can subdue them right away.”
“The subjugation should be done as soon as possible. They will have to go back to their places quickly.”
“Your Majesty is very right. So, we are currently thinking of fighting tomorrow morning.”
The emperor nodded and agreed with the commanders.
Of course, he did not forget to ask for the opinions of the nobles present.
“How do they see it? Do you think it’s good to win quickly?”
It’s a natural question. In the current situation, if the confrontation is prolonged, fatigue reaches its peak.
Soldiers also have their own lives after all, and they came all this way sacrificing them.
Knights, even so, soldiers cannot fight for a long time.
The reason why the whole empire was devastated during the Great War was not simply because of the battle.
Those who need to work, those who need to cling to productive work.
It is bound to be a mess if you cling to the work that only consumes, called war.
“We also agree with the commanders. You must quickly drive out those disgusting beasts from the land of the Empire, and once again publicize that it is His Majesty’s territory.”
“I see. There are some who haven’t arrived yet, so let’s wait until afternoon.”
The Imperial Knights have already arrived at the front with the Emperor.
However, it seemed that the emperor had others waiting aside from them.
Adele knew that it was a volunteer corps made up of demons.
An organization that includes those who have a strong vengeance against the Witchbeasts.
Demons who don’t have any obligations but continue to move to fight the demons.
Although I usually live like other normal demons.
When the devil’s eye appears and the beasts reappear, grab the knife right away.
A temporary organization that does not receive separate orders, but is usually under the command of the commander in that area.
It seemed that the emperor wanted to engage them in battle as well.
‘Because they must also have considerable anger and hatred towards the Witchbeasts.’
Whether it was people from the Empire or demons beyond the border, they all lost their families to the monsters.
It was only natural to use a knife to quell that anger and hatred somehow.
It would be better to wait a while to make their long-cherished wish come true.
“If so, let everyone rest early today in preparation for tomorrow’s battles.”
“Yes, Your Majesty the Emperor.”
“Lichtenauer, please stay for a while and see me.”
The private meeting with the emperor is one of two times.
Either a really good thing or a really bad thing.
Fortunately, in the case of Lichtenauer, it was correct to regard it as the former.
After the commanders and nobles left the command barracks.
Shien and Adele, who remained in their seats, quietly waited for the Emperor’s words.
“I think this is the first time the two of you are together in front of me like this.”
The emperor looked at the two men and women alternately with a very warm gaze.
Then he smiled and waved lightly.
“Sit comfortably, both of you. The story seems to be getting a little long.”
At the Emperor’s words, Shien realized that he and Adele were swaying in their seats.
Even if it is because he is still a difficult person to be the emperor.
Why is Adele, who has been with the emperor for a very long time, doing that?
The reason for this was soon revealed in the words of the emperor.
“I heard the story. Didn’t you even fight a small fight even though you encountered demon beasts?”
“… yes.”
“Your boy has finally become a human. ha ha ha. Wow, to hear such good news again at such an urgent moment. What could be more fortunate than this?”
From the emperor’s voice, Shien recalled what the princess had said a while ago.
Adele is like a younger brother to herself. He said he spent a lot of time with himself.
It seems that he did not simply wallow on the battlefield, but received quite a lot of trust from the imperial family.
That’s why the emperor’s voice must contain the feeling of seeing him as something other than a mediocre strongman.
“It’s your ball. Come to Lichtenau.”
“No, Your Majesty the Emperor. i have nothing… .”
“I did nothing, but I also did everything. It is different from the burden of doing everything but not doing anything in the end. Lichtenauer once again did his best for the imperial family.”
“Hwang Gong. your majesty.”
Shien now knew what the emperor in front of him was saying and what his intentions were.
Doesn’t she feel the difference between Adele when she first met and Adele now?
Not to mention the Emperor’s heart, who wanted to somehow turn him into a human.
It was clear that the face of Adele he was facing now would be so thrilling.
“Good things are good things. But to see such a good thing at a time like this.”
Tsk, the emperor lightly clicked his tongue and looked at the map.
“Do you have any concerns?”
When Adele quietly asked a question, the emperor nodded.
After that, he points out with his hand where the demons are currently located.
“I can’t get a feel for their movements or actions, no matter how much I try. Why have they appeared all at once, why are they suddenly eliminating each other, and why one side has been overwhelmingly victorious. One by one, it’s really frustrating because it’s something that can’t be explained.”
The emperor said that while twiddling his chin.
Seeing that, Adele glanced at Shien involuntarily.
Say what you said to yourself earlier, your opinion, to the emperor.
Perhaps realizing what Adele was thinking, Shien shook her head at first.
She had no intention of making herself stand out in front of the emperor or anyone else.
However, it was impossible to shake off Adele’s twinkling eyes.
“your majesty.”
“Say, go to Lichtenau.”
“Actually, there is a part that I thought about that part earlier.”
“That’s what I was thinking. I want to hear it. That’s right, if you’re the head of Lichtenau, that’s a good reason to listen. Now, feel free to tell me.”
No matter how much the words came out, which noble in the world would dare to speak comfortably in front of the emperor?
Shien prayed earnestly that he would not make even the slightest mistake.
He brought out the opinions he had presented to Adele before the emperor.
“… So, for this part, the mother of the monsters… .”
“… .”
The emperor listened to Shien’s opinion without saying anything.
And finally, the moment when Shien’s words were finished.
“… ha ha ha.”
He started to let out an involuntary laugh.