episode_0033

ruler. Let’s trace the memories of our past lives that will always be by our side at any time.

What is really needed to comfort a soldier?

If I use my memory as a guide, the first things that come to mind are… .

‘prize. vacation. promotion. And a consolation performance. I wonder if it will be like this.’

You can say it’s discharge or discharge, but that’s not a comparison in the first place, so I’ll pass.

Anyway, that could be it. However, these are things that cannot be just sprayed on.

Therefore, the next best option is for us high-ranking people to choose to come in person.

He suddenly came to me and said, ‘Hahaha! ‘You’re having a hard time!’ I think all you have to do is shake their hand and pat them on the back.

Then, if the soldiers are moved, we will work even harder! I am mistaken in thinking that I do.

‘If you really believe that, you’ll be damn sick.’

One of the memories from my past life that still makes me grind my teeth. Cleaned with toothpaste all week long.

In addition, I painted all the areas where the black paint had peeled off in the hallway with shoe polish.

And then that bastard actually said he had a schedule and didn’t even come? Fuck you.

Important point here. This is the part called memories of a past life.

It’s the era of democracy there, so it doesn’t matter whether high-ranking people come or not.

But this is not that kind of world. It is a world where there is an emperor and nobles.

This means that ordinary imperial citizens can be sufficiently moved by the visits of such people.

Even in our Berthier Empire, the people of the territory followed my father very much.

Not with show-off or flattery, but with sincerity.

Some may be moved by their father’s wise management of the estate.

However, some of them may be natural treatment given to nobles as citizens of the empire.

‘In fact, when the soldiers returned after finishing the conflict with Novogord, they all seemed very excited when they heard that the princess was there.’

A person who is like a completely different being, living in a completely different world from themselves.

A being known as noble, special, and worthy of treatment.

If such a person suddenly appeared and comforted them, the effect would be great.

Moreover, it is not a relatively safe place and the battlefield is right in front of you.

Even those who receive such comfort were defeated not long ago?

“… That was the reason that brought me here. Prince Kael.”

The princess arrived in secret and immediately put on an apron.

I felt like he didn’t really trust me, so I decided to explain it again.

“I heard that Her Royal Highness was comforting the public sentiment in the eastern part of the country.”

“That’s right.”

“It’s no different from that. However, here we are trying to change it slightly to create a more dramatic and immediate effect.”

Think about it. A great imperial family respected and followed by all the people of the empire.

The noble princess there personally visited the battlefield.

I can’t believe she’s hand-feeding meals to at least hundreds of people with her delicate hands and delicate body.

Even though those parties belong to a legion that was once defeated and retreated!

The military is a group that inevitably becomes simpler. It is not my intention to belittle.

This is because the military cannot achieve maximum efficiency if it becomes complicated and there are many opinions.

As a result, soldiers often go back to their childhood.

Laughing over a delicious meal, crying because someone who had nothing to do with me died.

Even a very clichéd speech inflames my fighting spirit, and even strange things destroy my morale.

Sometimes, the consolation of this incredible person who suddenly visits me helps me get up from my shaky body.

“If you still have doubts, try this for a few days and you will understand. What a great strength the mental comfort added to material rewards is.”

Whatever the reason, in the end, they were corps members who lost the battle against the Union.

Although they don’t try to show it, it’s clear that everyone’s pride has been hurt.

They tarnished the name of the elite corps. They will think that history has been ruined.

In such a situation, the princess of the empire personally comes to comfort them?

It’s not just about showing your face once and then leaving right away.

Staying here for more than a few days, sweating profusely and trying to boost your morale?

“Understood, Prince Kael. stop it. I was just curious, I didn’t mean to complain!”

“Hahaha! It goes without saying. I know better than anyone else that Her Majesty the Princess is not the kind of person who will complain about working for the empire.”

“… How can you be so sure?”

“If he were that kind of person, there is no way he would have served in the conflict with Novogord in the first place. There is no way he came to the eastern part to console the public sentiment.”

And don’t worry. Her Royal Highness.

Because I am the type of person who has a conscience.

I’m not an evil schemer who will just play around behind the scenes, leaving the princess alone!

*

tripartite alliance. To be exact, the 7th Corps was pushed back by the combined forces of Burghai and Kaden.

Although he inflicted great damage on his enemies, he ended up losing by decision.

The corps commander and subordinate commanders tried to comfort the soldiers as much as possible.

This is a significant defeat. We also did our part.

He shouted that this small defeat now would become the foundation for the future victory of the empire.

However, from the soldiers’ point of view, all they can see is a scene where they are helplessly retreating.

The empty seat next to me. The people who laughed and talked together until yesterday are no longer visible.

The marching gait, which was full of discipline, has now lost a lot of strength.

The Legion flag fluttering helplessly in the wind looks even more pitiful today.

What bothers them more than anything is that the belief that the empire is invincible has been scratched.

How will other legions, the people of the empire, and high-ranking people view them in the future?

Those who returned alive could not help but feel more anxiety about being alive than relief from being alive.

News came that the second army from the empire would soon arrive.

Normally it would have been a very welcome story, but it wasn’t like that this time.

Discomfort and shame. A strange sense of shame weighed heavily on them.

‘Honor of the 7th Legion. No, furthermore, we have tarnished the honor of our imperial army.’

‘Right now, they say the 12th Corps is achieving great results throughout the pavilion.’

‘shit. ‘I don’t know if I’ll be pointed at when I go back to my hometown.’

It was around this time that the 7th Corps was slowly sinking below the surface.

“What is it? I had high expectations because it was the 7th Legion, which was called the tip of the empire’s honorable spear.”

“Woe, Her Royal Highness?!”

A person I had never even dared to imagine came into the military camp so suddenly.

Imperial Second Princess, Isabelle Heldenberg. She suddenly appeared in front of the 7th Legion.

From the corps commander to the soldiers, everyone froze in shock.

I never heard any news that the princess was visiting in person.

Of course, nothing was prepared to welcome her.

‘No, why didn’t the higher-ups say anything?!’

‘It’s a big deal. It’s a big deal! We’ve already been branded a losing army, but if this happens… .’

A bleak future unfolds in everyone’s mind.

Immediately the princess said, ‘I am truly disappointed.’ It seemed like the words would come out.

It is not just a ‘visit by the princess’ and it ends. They are also the eyes and ears of the emperor.

He may have sent the princess to personally check before imposing punishment!

‘finished… .’

‘Fucked… .’

Corps commander too. Commanders too. And the soldiers nearby were all falling into despair.

-match!

After applauding lightly, the princess said, ‘Everyone!’ He continues.

“I heard that it is even weirder if the opponent falls after stabbing him once with a spear. In fact, it is said that the first spear that is thrown out often breaks. On the other hand, even though the blade was damaged, you who caused great damage to the enemies did a truly great job.”

After speaking, the princess drew a beautiful smile on her lips.

It would not be an illusion to think that the scene looked like an angel descending from heaven.

Because she had such a beautiful appearance, I felt relieved by the princess’s words.

They were not sent to punish or severely reprimand them.

I realized that he had come to comfort and comfort me in the name of the emperor and the royal family.

“Hmm. I think it came at the right time. Prince Kael?”

“Yes, Her Royal Highness.”

A young man who was standing politely next to me slowly steps forward.

“Isn’t it normal lunch time in the Imperial Legion right now?”

“Yes, Your Highness.”

“Then go and get an apron.”

In such a sudden situation, everyone is speechless and only looks at the princess.

It’s a touching thing that you came here not to a victorious place but to a defeated army.

Are you really saying that you are going to personally distribute meals to the soldiers?

“Hwa, Her Royal Highness. There is no need to do this.”

Leave “. To the soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the empire. Even though I didn’t do it, I would like to serve a ladleful of hot soup with my own hands.”

Even though I tried to stop him, he didn’t listen. And I couldn’t stop it anymore.

When it was meal time, the entire corps finally became aware of the princess’s visit.

“Hey. Today again, that thin soup, bread, and dried meat… Huh?!”

“What is it? What’s going on? I’m suddenly reacting like hell – Kek! Cough, Cough!”

A very beautiful woman standing at the soup dispenser.

The sight was enough to shake the hearts of the soldiers who had been torn apart by battle and defeat.

It’s an angel. Yes, there is no doubt that an angel came down to comfort them!

“ character. Although it will be the same meal as yesterday. Still, I eat a lot and stand up with strength.”

“Hwa, Her Royal Highness.”

After listening to the words of the lower-ranking commanders standing nearby, I thought, oh my god, you are the princess.

So noble and beautiful. It’s surprising that such an elegant person came here.

For themselves, who are in a position where it is difficult to even dare to look. You are serving the soup yourself.

While sweating profusely. Even with his lips pursed, as if he exerted quite a bit of force.

“You can stop now. we… .”

“No. From those who are standing now to those who will stand next. I will give it all to you.”

They even stop those who try to stop them and continue to distribute rations without stopping.

Smiling brightly in front of the soldiers. I said it was hard. Cheer up. Offering warm comfort.

It’s extremely simple. You might say it’s too cliché.

But that simplicity is what saves them on this battlefield.

It was only natural that a great change came to the army that was struggling due to the effects of defeat.

After distributing the meal, the princess continued her next steps without any rest.

Checking on the injured. He personally attended the prayers for the fallen.

He went among the soldiers without hesitation and even talked about various things.

From that very sight, the commanders and soldiers became convinced of one thing.

The empire will not just see themselves as defeated.

therefore. In order to live up to those expectations, we need to stand up quickly.

*

The princess is probably doing well. I believe her.

But this alone is not enough. Now that we’ve started, we need to build on it even further.

“I would be disappointed if it ended with just a simple consolation.”

A river not far from the camp of the 7th Legion.

It’s not too big and it’s not too small either. It’s just right.

When I saw it, an anecdote suddenly came to mind and I couldn’t bear it.

“I hope you don’t get scolded for saying it’s a waste of oil.”

The fewer people who know, the better.

For that reason, I had to oil the stone by myself for over two hours.

It would be a chore to throw this into the river later… .