episode_0142

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“I’m sorry for making you come a long way every time.”

“No. I don’t have any special mission.”

Eingart Castle’s internal affairs system was already working well and effectively.

That meant that there was no need to include me, who was presumed to have a low status that would likely be helpful in internal affairs.

“Besides, it is the order of my lord, not someone else. Wouldn’t it be in line with the relationship between military and government to come immediately even if something happens?”

“I don’t enjoy overt flattery, but I’ll accept it especially today.”

After saying that, she looked at me with the corners of her mouth slightly raised.

beautiful.

It was so pretty that it felt like every part of her facial features had been embroidered solely for beauty.

From Serpina’s perspective, what does it mean that the era she is facing is like this?

Do you feel fortunate that you can be recognized for your abilities rather than your appearance?

She was so beautiful that it made me think such a foolish thing.

If it were a peaceful world, everything about her would be overshadowed by her beauty.

Nevertheless, strangely enough, Serpina gave off a strong feeling in one way or another, but-

Before I knew it, I was starting to share little by little jokes with her.

Now that I think about it, I couldn’t understand why there were rumors that she was a tyrant.

At least among the monarchs I’ve met, he was the most rational and seemed to be sincere when dealing with his subordinates.

They are strict about personal punishment, and they never forgive traitors, and I heard rumors that they showed a lot of cruelty during the time of northern unification, which I didn’t know about… … Compared to Rin Brans, who ruined everything himself because he could never break his stubbornness, or Baranga Yuuri Acouse, who valued his founding contributions so much that he was completely dragged down by them, it was not even felt as a flaw.

The countries I have been a part of so far are all missing screws, so it was not difficult to understand the prediction that ‘unification cannot be achieved’.

But, why can’t Serpina be unified?

Why on earth did the fate of that great cause fall to Runarien?

It would have been nice to have had time to think about it a little more.

Serpina got straight to the point, as if to say she had no intention of giving me any free time.

“The envoy came.”

“Is this an alliance negotiation again?”

“Yes.”

good. Who is this time?

Anyway, it’s probably one of Ohana, Hess, or Roland.

Let’s quickly spit out the conditions.

at that time.

“It’s fun.”

“… … Yes?”

“Your facial expression.”

Serpina opened her mouth with a smile, without forgetting her composure.

“I can already see that he is getting bored, thinking that he will be asked similar questions this time.”

“… … My lord, you seem to be quite perceptive.”

“There is no way that someone who cannot understand people that quickly can withstand the weight of the crown.”

After she said that-

Soon, he slowly erased his relaxed smile and spoke in a slightly serious tone.

“This is Brans.”

“Yes?”

“The Brans military has requested an alliance with our military.”

Brans??

‘uh… … .’

Of course, if you just look at the situation-

Surprisingly, it was Brans’ army that would benefit the most from an alliance with our army.

If we can somehow stop our military, we will be able to block the attacks of countries coming from the southern continent much more easily, even if we lose some territory.

the problem is.

‘Was Lynn Brans a person who could ignore emotions and make decisions for profit?’

The Lynn Brans I saw was a woman with very strong pride.

Her high pride and self-esteem easily led to arrogance, and naturally making decisions that were easily swayed by her own emotions was a fatal flaw she had as a monarch.

At one time, it was evaluated that it was the only one on the continent that could be a match for the Serpina army, and it made an effort to plant a flag on the northern continent on a false day, but soon fell and lost several territories to the Serpina army, so now it is time to form an alliance. requested?

‘… … what?’

Has there been a change of heart?

Real people were not characters. My thoughts could change as much as I wanted.

Even if I just made my prediction right now, there were cases where it changed depending on the situation. Even with the same question, there were times when the prediction today and the prediction a few days later were different. Because it was the method that gave the most efficient answer at that time.

In any case, it was probably Lin himself who made the decision.

Unlike the Aishous army, the power of the Brans army was concentrated entirely on Lin.

If it’s true-

‘She may have come to her senses.’

Brans was pushed close to the abyss by making the worst choice of cutting off Iren, but it was not for nothing that he was once evaluated as equal to Serpina.

It meant that if they come to their senses from now on, they will never be a force to be underestimated.

Because ‘Lyn Brans, who puts aside his pride and pursues practical interests,’ was not a person who could be easily ignored.

anyway… …

I haven’t heard anything important yet.

“What are the conditions?”

“Armistice agreement, and six-month alliance. What they offered was 12,800 gold.”

‘Umm… … .’

Although it wasn’t a huge overpayment, it wasn’t a very appealing condition.

I could have done more, but I couldn’t bear to break my last remaining pride –

Or maybe my financial situation is worse than I thought.

‘There’s no need to take it anyway.’

We have already declined better conditions three times.

I thought about just passing it on, but… … Still, it would be a good idea to check.

‘Is it efficient for our military to form an alliance with the Brans Army?’

and.

Once again, the damn prediction came rolling in front of my eyes.

[It is an efficient alliance that provides a great opportunity for our allies.]

‘??????’

what?

this… … Is this correct?

Skip the holy sword and tens of thousands of gold and just this?

After all, is it right to form an alliance with the Brans army?

Also, why is it the correct answer?

Well, does Heaven think it’s okay to have an alliance with Branth’s army this time?

For example, something like this.

[The constellation ‘Room Strategy Game Troller’ likes the bizarre decision of throwing away all your profits.]

[The constellation ‘The Prankster of the Fantasy Novel Minor Gallery’ cheers on your choice and uses the power of the constellation to bless Serpina.]

[The constellation ‘Guardian of Balance’ donates 500 coins to Serpina Army.]

Without printing out a message like this, it was nearly impossible to find a reasonable explanation that this alliance would be most beneficial.

anyway.

If this is the right choice… … Do you need to convince me to do this?

I?

That impregnable Serpina who won’t listen to a story without a clear basis?

There is no way to calculate this in reverse!

‘Hey, my lord. I think it would be a good idea to accept this offer. therefore… … that is… … Anyway, yes.’ How can I explain it other than like this?

Rather, isn’t that bastard a stooge of Brans’ army? It wasn’t strange to think that he had infiltrated the Aishus military as a spy and was then unfortunately sold here.

‘Should I just say it’s not good this time and get rid of it?’

okay.

I’m not a god, and I wouldn’t say anything if I didn’t see that this alliance would be beneficial.

Serpina was a wise woman, so there was no possibility of her questioning why she didn’t notice.

Even from a third party’s perspective, just because he didn’t know this, he wouldn’t have said something like he knew and did it on purpose.

And, when I was in shock-

“Ahaha… … ♡”

A woman’s very coquettish voice came to my ears.

If you guess the owner of that voice and slowly raise your head… …

“Did you come down, Swen?”

“… … Yes?”

“I asked you again if ‘that moment’ had come… … !”

Serpina’s eyes trapped me.

Inside the pupil, there are two faces of me.

What I read from the two versions of myself contained within it is – embarrassment.

“I… … What… … .”

Serpina lightly caressed her cheek with both hands.

It couldn’t have been a really stupid idea… … Without realizing it, my eyes were drawn to that beautiful appearance.

“The expression changed. Swen, your expression. Your eyes sparkle, as if you realized something incredible… … Do you know? It is a very fascinating sight… … This me… … !”

His expression changed… … ?

When I heard the prediction, I realized something… … Were you embarrassed?

No, I thought I was hiding my expression well… … ?

A very powerful moment that naturally draws me to “… … !”

After saying that, she got up from her seat and came over to me who was dazed.

Soon the distance between her and me became closer than ever.

Serpina’s huge breasts were pressed against my chest. As if she liked even that, she came as close to me as possible.

“… … !!”

no… … wait for a sec.

I wanted to think, but I couldn’t turn my head because of the strong scent of citron that assaulted my nose.

Her body was very soft.

Like a fool, only that feeling filled my head.

My instincts… … I couldn’t deny that I was reacting strongly to her physical beauty.

“Swen. Is it okay if I ask a question?”

“That… … What, what.”

“Alliance with Brans Army… … Don’t you think that forming that alliance would be an opportunity for our military?”

!!!

No, how could that-

“You’re making an expression like, “How did you realize that?” Hehehe… … You have a cute side, Swen.”

She smiled like an innocent woman who had received a lifelong promise from the only man she knew in the flower garden.

I don’t know why such a specific image came to mind… … That was exactly how I felt, without any lies.

“It’s not that difficult to recognize that.”

She slowly stroked my cheek with her white hand.

It was warm.

I can feel warm blood flowing from the woman in front of me.

“Changes in your eyes, expression, eyebrows… … And, because I just captured the moment when the atmosphere of this space changed.”

No, I think it’s great enough in that the average person can see all that and not notice it like a ghost… … .

“Yeo is just quick-witted… … Swen, it’s just a trivial catch that can’t compare to your ‘mind’s eye’.”

Mind’s eye.

I heard that word again.

What on earth does the mind’s eye mean?

Considering that both Serpina and Jinor mentioned it once when their prediction came true, I think there’s something to it… …

Unfortunately, I didn’t have time to leisurely think about such things right now.

“Now, answer me. What do you think? This alliance, should we form it or not… … As always, give me some advice.”

As soon as I heard that question again, my mind, which had been filled with things about Serpina, suddenly became lighter.

okay.

Anyway, I had to answer.

It was an obvious handshake that was lying here.

I looked at the expression, or whatever… … What she was saying was close to the truth.

My thoughts hit me like a ghost.

In this situation, it was obviously my side who was at a disadvantage by fighting with her.

A few days ago, she was in a position to be suspicious of the officers under her command, since she asked questions such as whether you were confident in her heart, and as I said before, the truth was held in her hands.

And – if one side is clearly shaking hands.

Isn’t there only one decision I can make?

“… … Yes.”

I lowered my head and answered while remaining as calm as possible.

The only weapon I have – ‘prediction that is always correct’ held tightly in both hands.

“It is believed that the alliance with the Brans military will also be an opportunity for our military. How about forming an alliance?”