episode_0276

“I don’t know the details yet…

The possibility is big enough… … !!”

At the excited voice of Heloise holding out the newspaper, Carla’s hands, who were looking at the newspaper she was holding with wide-open eyes, were also shaking slightly.

Looking at this point, it looks like someone developed liquid metal technology, but the people here knew at least one thing for sure.

Since the academy’s materials were recovered from Lalatina’s safe house, she must also have the materials that were not recovered.

Likewise, when I think about some of the studies that were left out, I had no idea that Lalatina, who had incredible financial resources, was inviting experts in multiple fields to analyze multiple studies at once.

“Better than I thought… It’s slow… … ”

However, because we were looking at multiple studies at once, it may have taken time to even publish research at a level that could be followed simply by looking at the data.

But what that means is that Lalatina, who carefully analyzed Carla’s research for a month, has reached the stage of commercializing it.

“If it is announced like this…

Later, the Academy’s position becomes difficult.

Even if I get my research back again…

They stole their research… It would be difficult to avoid such criticism… ”

Héloïse’s words contained several meanings.

In academia, presenting first is the best way to claim your rights as a presenter.

Of course, there is a clear possibility that someone’s research may have been stolen, so that part can be modified later as evidence…

The problem was that Carla did not have many means to prove it.

Because this situation was not anticipated in the first place, all materials were stolen before they could be copied.

Although there was a finished product, “Spider Army MK-1”, as physical evidence, once the announcement was made, everyone knew the method, so it was insufficient to serve as evidence that he created it first.

“I will be a witness to prove that it was Ms. Carla’s research, but…

As you know, research ethics are strict.

If there is even a rumor that a noble is trying to take away the research of a commoner… … ”

Moreover, if she were to buy sympathy votes as a commoner, Karla could have suffered in reverse.

In the first place, it was enough research to receive a transfer offer to overcome the academy’s financial difficulties.

It was clear that it would be quite a lot of money, and it was also clear that the other party would stubbornly try to protect it at all costs.

In the end, even though it was a technology that had to be retrieved and returned to the Academy someday, it was inevitable that this would become urgent when thinking about future events.

“Then… What should I do… … ?”

“First of all, I plan to inform the academy of the facts through the dean of the department.

If the Academy takes the initiative, a way may be found.

but… … As of now, I don’t think that will be a solution… … ”

“Please do so.

First of all, I have to do something… … !!”

A result that cannot be guaranteed.

“Uh. I heard you, Carla.

I heard there are people who stole your research?”

In the meantime, the voice that was heard penetrated Carla’s ears, and her head turned towards the source of the sound.

“Brother… … !?”

“He hid it from me and didn’t say anything.

This brother seems to be feeling sad.

If Lady Hyeryeong hadn’t told me, I might not have known until the end…

Huh… … How much heartache must have been… !!

Carla… !! My little brother… !! ”

“Ugh… … !!”

No matter how much I call him my beloved brother.

Carla was slightly appalled by Antonio’s excessive reaction as he ran toward her, and quickly ran away from him.

– Clink!! Wow!! Pudadadak!!

– Bleak!! Bleep!!

“Aaaah!! Brother!!”

Fortunately, Regulus, who was sitting on his shoulder, soared with a flap of his wings and escaped the attack, but Antonio was thrown around along with the experimental equipment with a loud crashing sound due to Carla dodging his body.

Looking at Antonio like that, Carla stamped her feet and screamed, saying that she should have not avoided him.

But in the midst of all this, Hye-ryeong, who was probably behind Antonio, standing brightly in the doorway through which he first entered, was coming in from the corner of Carla’s eye.

Of course, it is said that Carla did not want to worry her brother, but it was Hyeryeong who told Antonio, who had kept it a secret, her news and now made him appear.

Now that she was ready to use any means possible, Antonio’s well-timed appearance may have been a green light that eliminated the need for her to speak.

However, seeing Hye-ryeong lowering her gaze and turning her head as soon as her eyes met, Carla ended up being speechless and kept her mouth shut.

The memory of the moment when Hye-ryeong might have hurt or killed Yu-i came to mind, but his own actions prevented it.

Of course, even if time went back, she would have done the same thing, but in the end, what was important was Hye-ryeong now.

Did she still resent that, or could it be the other way around?

If not, did he have something else in mind?

Carla, who wanted to say something but was unable to say anything, eventually walked over to Antonio and helped him up.

“Brother… are you okay… … ?”

“Haha!! of course!! This brother is like this…

Ugh… waist… It’s nothing!! Hahaha!!

More than that… !! Shouldn’t we move slowly?

I don’t know what kind of bastard he is, but he’s touching our Carla…

With the honor of the Sterben family at stake, I will tie you to the reflection chair for several years!!”

“Ah… haha… … I will solve it through law… …

but… I don’t know the detailed information yet… … ”

“Why isn’t there a way? Did it appear in the newspaper?”

“Yes… … ?”

Heloise appeared as if to diverge from Carla’s words, opening a newspaper as if she had prepared something of her own.

Carla could only nod with an awkward smile when she saw an image of a chubby brother who seemed to be full of grumpiness published in the newspaper.

“Commoner alchemist Wictor and the Bebenski brothers.

and… I also did some research… …

They say those two are related to Lalatina.

And the place they frequent recently is… … ”

And Eloise continues speaking with a confident voice.

Everyone’s eyes were focused on her lips as she spoke while unfolding a small letter she took out of her pocket.

“This is LaLatina’s store, Mademoiselle.

Now you can see that we have completely caught up.”

Everyone was applauding and applauding Eloise’s ability to obtain information from an unidentified intelligence dealer.

Of course, no one could know the ugly behavior of Heloise, who looked around and trembled for a while after picking up an unidentified letter that had fallen on her head a few hours ago.

Anyway, as soon as it seemed like what to do next had been decided, the expressions on the faces of the people I was talking with all became brighter.

Meanwhile, Antonio, who seemed happy to have something to help his younger brother, was rolling up his sleeves and picking up and stroking Regulus, who was resting in his arms with graceful wings.

“If that happens…

Shouldn’t we take action first?

We have a saying like this in Warmhausen.

‘The faster the quenching, the better’… … ”

“There was a ridiculous mistake last time…

I’ll try to show you what I’ve seen this time… …

Research thieves can never be forgiven… … !!”

Likewise, as a fellow researcher, Eloise, who cannot help but feel aroused by such incidents, appears as if volunteering to be a teacher duo.

The expressions on the faces of Carla and Yui, who were looking at them with awkward smiles from the side, and Hyeryeong, who was quietly glancing in this direction, were becoming more and more awkward.

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“Vivian!! Ugh!! I went!!”

“Queen. Chester’s gang in the southwest is annihilated.

Slave… therefore…

Aurora stayed behind to organize things.”

“Good job. Work is getting done faster.”

After Ranie, with both arms raised and a lively voice, opened the door to the warehouse and came in, a dozen female beastmen were entering, stretching as if to warm up their bodies.

Behind Ranie, who was belatedly releasing her shoulder joints and letting out a pleasant moan, a female beastman was reporting to Vivian on her behalf.

“Actually, this time, Rani did everything by herself… …

There is no way we can intervene… … ”

“Ah… !! that…

I decided not to say that… … !!”

Ranie, who had accomplished something today in many ways despite all the praise, was bound to receive a few glares for doing a good job in the end.

“Rani… … ?”

The cartel attack had the purpose of giving the prisoners combat experience, so it was not a happy situation for Ranie to stir up the situation by himself.

Vivian was glaring at her with sharp eyes, and Ranie was playfully sticking her tongue out, trying to calmly avoid looking away…

“No. You’ve worked hard, so everyone go in and get some rest.

Because the swallow decided to take care of the branch management today.

Let Ranie lead you back.”

Still, the fact that they went out and fought was clearly a merit in itself, so Vivian, who decided to take that into account, snorted and gave them the rest of the time to rest.

“Are you that swallow?

I thought I only cleaned and did laundry every day… … ”

“He’s the boss of a cartel.

You must have that level of resourcefulness.”

“I guess so… Hehe… …

Then let’s go in!!

Darling… !! I’ll be back soon… … !!

Guys!! Let’s go!!”

Ranie, who was so excited at the thought of being hugged by the tentacles, was so excited that she started to run without caution.

The footsteps of the female beastmen following her also suddenly became faster, and their laughter, like children laughing at the sudden running, was quickly disappearing outside the window.

“I think you just need to make them aware of their location a little.”

Even though it is said that Ranie, as his close associate, is supposed to show the image of a leader, there is no such thing as dignity.

Nevertheless, Vivian was turning away laughing at the sight of her making her subordinates feel comfortable in her own way and making them naturally follow her lead.

“Okay… Chester also stepped on it… … ”

At first, I was thinking of taking a break for a while.

I didn’t know that Parlocino, who had now become like my next-door neighbor, might come after me again, saying things like the leader of a cult about balance.

But now, when the swallow asks why I don’t move more, I move again as if I’m not sure.

Based on Changguan, it is southwest.

And the Chester Cartel, which controlled a small commercial area to the west of the entire royal capital.

Vivian’s head was spinning as she recalled the news that the place had been safely cleared.

“Next is Valentino…

Next is the Palais…

Next… … ”

Low-level prey and a predator that can select and devour them all.

Now that she was in the position of such a predator, she was imagining a battle with Lalatina, which she felt was gradually approaching.

“Really… … I can’t believe it… … ”

Of course, it wasn’t long before he was shaking his head and accepting the documents to be paid.

At the corner of her mouth was a deep smile typical of someone who aspires to victory.