episode_0305

“If I had known that, I wouldn’t have come to this point. “While they are crying over their dead children, all we have to do is come to our senses and prepare for the future.”

Thalia was excited the whole time she was drinking, as if she was very happy that she could finally use the purification liquid on the front lines.

“It’s something I’ve dreamed of for such a long time. It was so old and worn out that it was no longer acceptable to call it a dream. Because there is nothing as ugly as an old dream. Thanks to you, I was able to achieve the dream I had previously given up on. I still can’t believe it. I can’t even tell if this is a dream or reality. “It’s amazing that I have the honor of starting it.”

“Who would do that if not you, Thalia? “He is the only suitable person.”

Thalia, who knows the pathetic nobles well, quickly agreed with what I said.

“That’s right, no one can do it better than me.”

Thalia’s overwhelmed expression, unable to hide her joy while admitting that she was much better at it than other nobles, was beautiful.

“ah! In that respect, it is not at a level that the nobles who follow Princess Mona can tolerate.”

“The nobles on Princess Mona’s side? “I didn’t know because I’ve never met those people separately.”

There are many nobles who follow Princess Mona.

But I don’t know what kind of people they are because I’ve never been involved with them.

“As you went under Princess Mona, there were several nobles who approached you as if they thought I was also going under the princess’s wing. At first, I tried to tell him to go away, but I left him alone to see if he would follow what he said, and he turned out to be quite alert. “At least it wasn’t so bad that I was so disgusted I didn’t want to talk about it.”

“Even if I fall under the princess’s wing, there is no need for you to support me, Thalia. “I will tell that to the princess.”

Princess Mona probably doesn’t think of Thalia as hers either.

However, even though I know that people around me see it that way, I don’t really deny it and just subtly take my side.

However, if you look at it properly, it was my choice, not Thalia’s, so there was no reason for her to support Princess Mona.

“If I had chosen another royal family, I would have honestly and firmly said no. “Because I want to work for the pathetic royal family.”

Thalia’s harsh evaluation of nobles and royal family did not happen in a day or two.

What she was loyal to was the ‘empire’, not the ‘people’.

Even the emperor had respect, but not respect.

“How did the royal family and nobles end up like this? Was it this pathetic even in previous generations? “I think he’s particularly immature and greedy.”

The only person who stands out is the Duke?

I don’t know if it’s because I haven’t had a chance to meet other nobles, or if there’s no one that stands out.

“Everyone was desperate when we were fighting a war against polluted areas. The noble family’s reputation today was all gained back then. “Nowadays, nobles are living off the reputation of their predecessors.”

“There will be many changes in the noble family in the future. “Once we begin to purify and restore the contaminated land in earnest, shouldn’t the new family bring in a lot of things based on its activities?”

“Originally, the honor and power of nobles came from their majors, so it is natural.”

Thalia was taking the news positively that new nobles would begin to gain power.

Emerging nobles will inevitably encounter fierce opposition from existing noble forces.

“What happens to the purified land? “I think there are more than one person targeting that land.”

“They’re probably looking for opportunities here and there to take over the land even if they don’t show up. “It’s obvious.”

“The amount of land to be purified will continue to increase in the future, but I wonder if it is okay for the people who worked hard for this to not benefit at all.”

“It is not a good attitude for a soldier to consider personal interests like that.”

Thalia hated it when soldiers working for the country tried to gain personal gain, so I knew she wouldn’t like it if I said this.

“I know you’ll feel uncomfortable talking about this, but I couldn’t help but tell you because it would be such a waste to put the porridge you worked so hard to make into a greedy pig’s mouth.”

“… … .”

“We’re not doing this to enrich those who don’t help the empire.”

“Of course.”

“We cannot afford to see our work being ruined by greed for new land. Thalia, I think you need to step in and sort this out. “That way, half-baked people won’t be able to get greedy.”

If a greedy nobleman jumps in, even a good thing can turn into a mess.

This job was so important that we had to prevent any spillage.

“There will be dirt here and there, and the essence of what we were originally trying to do may be obscured.”

“That should never happen.”

Wow-

Thalia clenched her fists tightly, as if she was uncomfortable just thinking about it.

“If you don’t claim any interest, you lose that much authority, right?”

“hmm.”

“You need to have some level of ownership of the land to stop those who try to ruin the work.”

Thalia began to think seriously.

“They say that if you want to serve the empire, you have to cover yourself with filth… .”

From Thalia’s perspective, it’s probably something she doesn’t want to do.

“I don’t want you to take on all the responsibility on your own. “If it’s a really dirty job, Princess Mona will handle it well.”

“Oh yeah. “It must be something that Princess Mona is good at.”

“You just need to agree with Princess Mona’s opinion.”

Isn’t Princess Mona the kind of person who will sit still in this matter?

Other royal families will also scramble to take ownership of the newly emerged land.

‘It’s currently worthless land near the front line, but as the land expands, it’s natural for the initial land to become empty.’

Real estate prices near the capital have risen tremendously due to contaminated areas.

When new land is created, a miracle may occur that stops real estate prices from rising.

“If you are at the level of agreeing with the opinion rather than being at the forefront, it is hard not to be tempted.”

Princess Mona will take care of the dirty work.

Princess Mona will also gladly welcome Thalia’s joining.

If she takes his side, there will be much more benefit to be had.

However, there is a reason why the decision cannot be made easily.

The image that Talia has built up as a soldier could be tarnished as she becomes entangled with politics.

“Let’s think positively.”

The fact that Thalia said she would think positively was great.

“thank you.”

“It’s for the empire, but you can’t act like a small person.”

I felt sorry for her as she thought it was natural to sacrifice herself for the greater good, so I placed my hand on her thigh.

“You’re a small person, so you’re going to have to taint the honor you’ve maintained your whole life. I know it’s not an easy choice. “You have pride in your image of integrity.”

“… … .”

“I’m sorry for making you worry like this.”

The bad expression calmed down.

“no. Of course it was a concern that had to be addressed. That’s what nobles who hate me always say. “I’m telling you, you’re acting alone.”

“When you see pure whiteness, you tend to want to dirty it. “It’s amazing that I haven’t been influenced by those bastards until now.”

“Ha, since you’re melting me like this, don’t I have no choice but to fall for you?”

Thalia smiled and said.

“Let’s do that.”

“yes? Already? “You should think more carefully.”

“Anyway, my decision won’t change even if it’s later. “I know this is also for the good of the empire, so how could I refuse?”

“I will tell Princess Mona directly.”

“No, don’t do that. Rather, the three of us get together separately. “You’re eating me for nothing, so shouldn’t you show that level of sincerity?”

“oh. “That’s something I’ve never thought about.”

If it was possible to receive Thalia’s active support, it was right for Princess Mona to show sincerity.

Up until now, I was the one who showed sincerity to Princess Mona, and I thought it would be fun to see what level of sincerity Princess Mona was.

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“president!!!!!!!”

bang-!

I was surprised when I saw the person who opened the door and came in.

I was doing it because I had a new 100-year car, and I was surprised when Shine opened the door and appeared.

What would have happened if SSR had been selected?

Although I was taken aback by the sudden visit, I was glad that SSR wasn’t selected.

“It’s been a while since you last?”

“how have you been doing?”

Perhaps because I was working on the front lines, my skin was more tanned than usual, and I felt healthier than before.

“cadet! Don’t even talk. There was a lot going on. “But this is my first time on vacation since enlisting. Is that all you’re reacting to?”

“From the outside, it looks like you’re doing well.”

“kid! I’m starting to feel more and more sad. “Can you please welcome me?”

“Who isn’t happy? Welcome! But why did you come so quickly?”

“uh? “Did you know we were going on vacation?”

Shine asked me if I noticed anything and I nodded.

“Of course I know. “I was the one who suggested that we take a vacation.”

“Really?”

“I didn’t mean to condescend, that’s why I know. But if you arrived here at this time, it seems like you came here after going on vacation and not stopping by home.”

“… “I was just trying to get from here and go home.”

Although he was responding as if it was no big deal, it was a significant action no matter who saw it.

Doesn’t coming here before home mean that you prioritize yourself over your family?

Suddenly, it occurred to me that he had no intention of hiding his feelings for me.

“Did you eat?”

“I’m hungry!”

When I saw him say it so innocently, it didn’t seem like he had calculated it.