30 – 8. Good news (3)
“The head of Lichtenauer, follow the will of His Majesty the Emperor.”
A messenger from the imperial family holding the emperor’s letter.
He shouted at the top of his voice, and Shien knelt in front of him.
In an extremely polite and solemn atmosphere.
The owner of Lichtenau was ready to serve his will.
“Lichtenauer family, Shien respects the will of His Majesty the Emperor.”
When her words fell, the vassals and knights gathered.
And the soldiers and all the people of the empire kneel in response.
After confirming the figure, the lion carefully opens the letter.
He lightly cleared his throat, closed his eyes and spoke in a somber tone.
Read the letter written and sent by the emperor himself.
“Oh ho tongjara! Having lost a loyal figure in the empire, how could it not be sad? How sad! The moment I heard the news, I should have sent someone to comfort them, but now that there are so many tragedies in the empire, I’m finally conveying my thoughts. Please, the head of Lichtenau, please understand my mistake.”
“It’s disconcerting. The head of Lichtenau has no regrets whatsoever.”
Shien bowed her head and bowed in front of the emperor’s letter.
From the perspective of Lichtenauer alone, the loss of the family head and heir is a great tragedy.
However, more terrible things than that happened all over the empire.
Some castles could not overcome the demonic realm and were completely swept away.
From the perspective of the imperial family, it was difficult to convey condolences right away when someone died.
Now we are barely recovering from the Great War of the past.
In the meantime, I’m also busy wiping the flowing blood.
The emperor’s messenger seemed to know that well.
He continued to speak without being able to hide his misery.
“It is miserable and miserable. Even though the empire is getting better little by little, the blood still doesn’t stop. It’s pitiful, it’s pitiful, it’s really sad, because it’s all about conveying these words. After thinking over and over again, I want to deliver at least a small consolation.”
The emperor’s messenger points to a place with his hand.
Several wagons were waiting there.
Cheak!-
When the cloth covering the top is removed, everyone sighs.
Even at a glance, well-polished swords, spears, and various weapons are in place.
What is unusual is that the handle and collar are all black.
It seemed that the imperial family was paying attention in order to express their condolences.
In the wagon behind it were stacked boxes.
I could roughly guess what was in there, even without opening it.
“I know that it is foolish to give material compensation for your loyalty and sacrifice. However, if you are trying to erase this terrible feeling like this, you want to convey your regretful heart. Please do not refuse and accept my will for the sake of the Empire and Lichtenau.”
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Maybe if someone’s death is compensated materially, it will give the feeling that it is the end.
The emperor’s letter had the intention of asking that there be no misunderstandings.
“I am just grateful for the will of His Majesty the Emperor, and I am grateful again.”
Shien bowed her head once more, accepting the Emperor’s will.
The emperor of the empire sent someone openly like this.
Rarely has he directly expressed his condolences for the death of a nobleman.
Rather, it was to console the souls of the sacrificed soldiers and the people of the empire.
He kept his cool to those who had to do his duty.
That’s why things like now couldn’t have been a really great thing.
“I hope you will continue to fight for the empire with all your might. Lichtenau’s lord. Please be careful.”
With that, the letter sent by the emperor ended.
* * *
Soon after the messenger from the imperial family went back.
This time the men of the Regram guild arrived at Lichtenauer.
Just as Shien had said beforehand.
With money as well as various things.
Thanks to this, smiles were drawn on the lips of Lichtenauer’s vassals.
After the former family head died in battle and many were killed or injured.
I couldn’t hide my despair in the face of the continuing tragedy.
It was a moment where I was able to relax and laugh comfortably after a long time.
“Fortunately, the. Truly, indeed fortunately.”
“I was struggling with financial difficulties until recently, but I want to know what is going on.”
“That is what I mean. I can rest a little now.”
“Is that all? The armaments sent by His Majesty the Emperor are also amazing. All of them are better than what the knights write now. It will definitely help increase your power!”
Although there is nothing more foolish than trying to end death with material compensation.
There is nothing more certain than that when it comes to expressing one’s heart.
Isn’t it a time when one help can reach you more than a hundred words?
Thanks to that, the vassals said that the imperial family was really sorry about this incident.
I was able to have confidence again that Liechtenauer was definitely an important place.
“… .”
When the vassals smiled for a long time like that.
Only one man was idly lost in thought.
His true identity is Rascal, an old general who serves as the captain of the guard.
That the emperor and the imperial family care about Lichtenau.
Because all of the financial problems that had been strangling were resolved.
He had to be someone who jumped up and down with joy more than anyone else.
However, Rascal only nodded slightly.
It was hard to find a feeling of joy about this event.
“I… Guard captain?”
“Lascal. Is there any problem?”
If it was serious, would other retainers ask such a question?
“Ah, did you call? everyone.”
“There is a dark shadow on your face. Any problem… .”
“to? Oh no. It’s not like that, because it’s so sudden. So yes.”
“Is that so? Hey, I never expected that things would work out this well.”
“Perhaps the former head of the family is helping.”
“There is that, but the current head of household must have done really well.”
In praise of both my old lord and my present lord.
They are vassals who once again pledge firm loyalty.
In the meantime, Rascal was laughing, saying he was very good.
I was still experiencing confusion inside.
– It’s only one. –
… No, no. It can’t be. Absolutely not.
This is impossible, it just makes no sense.
‘Obviously, Captain Brender said that. He said he slaughtered 3rd grade monsters by himself. The knights clearly testified that. Is that all? Although it is said to be a 4th grade monster, due to its huge number, even Kellot, who was said to be as dangerous as a 3rd grade monster, cut dozens by himself. This means that I’m better than most knights!’
Even those few knights had two chakra belts.
Even if chakra isn’t the only absolute criterion for a knight’s might.
All knights with good skills had excellent chakra management skills.
However, the answer that came out of Adele’s mouth was beyond imagination.
Even those who have just become knights are easily covered.
That one belt on the disc was all, Adele replied, obviously.
There is only one belt, not three, not two.
Thanks to this, Rascal’s head felt like it would explode from the confusion.
‘Does that make sense? In other words, in a situation where you can hardly use chakra against a level 3 monster. You’ve been slaughtering them?! What the hell is this!’
Why are knights considered the most important force?
Simply by fighting better than the soldiers? Are you loyal? Because you value honor?
There are many reasons, but if I had to pick one of them.
Probably, many people will cite chakra proficiency as the reason.
Witchbeasts are hard to kill with normal weapons, perhaps because of their disgusting energy.
Therefore, it was better to use the mysterious power called chakra.
If you turn the disk inside your body to get stronger power and faster speed.
It was easier to cut and stab those damned bastards.
For that reason, if you say they are the ones who kill demons.
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Most people in the Empire think of knights first.
Of course, not only knights can use chakra.
However, it is the knights who have the most know-how to operate chakras.
Thanks to that, the notion that it was a knight who could deal with the Witchbeast was solidified.
The power called ‘chakra’, in this age of disaster.
A ray of light, a very important thing called itself.
However, Adele said that she couldn’t use that power as well as other knights.
It was several times more powerful than those knights.
‘nonsense. In other words, Adele, that young man only possessed very weak chakra. It means that he fought against level 3 monsters purely with his sword skills and physical abilities.’
No matter how good a person’s physical ability is.
The opponents are monsters that are not enough to be called monsters.
Even a 5th grade monster can easily deal with two strong men.
That’s why ordinary soldiers are so afraid of witch beasts.
Because it’s an existence that can never be defeated by ordinary people’s power alone.
“… .”
Rascal looked blankly at Adele, who was standing in the distance.
It wouldn’t be lying.
There’s no reason for that, and looking at it this way, I’m not the kind of person who would.
It wouldn’t be an abbreviation for the reason of humility either.
In turbulent times like these, such humility is of no avail.
If you’re strong, so if you can fight, fight.
If you are weak, step back and focus on assisting.
I’m afraid of fighting the demons.
I don’t know if you’re trying to avoid fighting.
There’s no way a person like that would fight alone against the monsters!
“Captain of the guard? What’s wrong?”
Just then, Shien came over and examined Rascal’s complexion.
Even to her, his expression was strange.
When the lord asked, Rascal hurriedly said no.
“… Ah, me. Lord.”
Suddenly, Rascal remembered one thing.
“Did you say that the disc has two belts this time?”
“yes. Two zodiacs with poor swordsmanship. Thank you for your understanding.”
It is said that Shien handles chakras skillfully.
It was, on the contrary, better than most articles.
– I never thought about it before. These days, I want to use chakra properly. –
Obviously, Adele said so.
He said he wanted to bring out that chakra.
When the thought reached that point, Rascal drew a smile.
‘… It might not be bad. It could be a means to capture Adele in Lichtenau. It could be a way for the head of the family to feel less sorry.’
Adele gave Shien a sword.
Shien gave Adele her chakra.
Wouldn’t it be mutually beneficial if we exchanged like that?
Rascal nodded at that thought.