Episode 191 The Last Banquet in the Empire (2)
“Meet the Saint.”
“Meet the saint.”
Three handsome young men bowed their heads in greeting.
When greeting someone for the first time, it is basic to say your name and family name.
I don’t know where the name was changed, but it is clear that I lost my coward head.
“nice to meet you.”
As we greeted each other, a young man smiled and proposed.
“Holy Son, we are holding a small meeting over there with people of the same age. If it’s okay with you, would you like to attend sometime?”
‘A chat? That’s a pretty good idea.’
It could be seen that the communication between the children was well established.
For those who will lead the family to build friendships in advance is beneficial both for the family and for the nation.
On the other hand, if you say Seongguk, you only meet briefly when you hold a banquet, and do not build a separate meeting to meet.
That’s why there are limits to family friendships.
This is the reality of Seongguk, which is only friendly in business but not in private.
There was a willingness to introduce it when holding a banquet.
Ray nodded and accepted his offer.
“great.”
After hearing his answer, the three young men guided Ray to one side of the lobby.
The Empire has a total of three lobbies, of which the largest central lobby is where the emperor and Ray used to be, and the lobby on the right is used by nobles.
Lastly, the lobby on the left is called the closet lobby, and this was the lobby used by the children of nobles.
Seeing that he came to the central lobby to pick him up, it must be because he wanted to build friendship with the saint or to openly give him a side.
However, the latter would be the correct answer if you look at the first greeting without the name.
When I entered the closet lobby, there were only young aristocratic children like a lie.
Perhaps, because only these young people gather to create a comfortable atmosphere, it was helpful for gatherings and building friendships.
The title of iron-blooded lord is well deserved.
To think of even these details to develop the empire.
Because there was an emperor, Lessian must have become the present Lessian.
He was guided by the young men and headed towards the place where many people were gathered.
Ray took a look at the people gathered there and gave a small admiration.
Relaxed conversation in a friendly atmosphere.
It’s like they’re friends you’ve known for a long time.
A young man pretended to know them.
“Everyone, I brought the Holy Son.”
His words naturally drew attention to Ray.
It’s Ray’s appearance that even elves can relate to.
Although he was suppressing it, the small amount of divine power radiating from his surroundings gave him a holy feeling.
Luxuriously made splendid sincerity was draped over his body and transformed into an orderly figure to the point of admiration, and standing with him in a dignified appearance was enough to draw all attention in an instant.
A saliva flowed from the son-in-law.
“Ah….”
“Umm….”
As if time had stopped, no one came to say hello.
Eventually he came out and said hello.
“It’s Ray. nice to meet you.”
With that voice, they came to their senses.
I am shocked at the thought that I made him introduce myself to the saint.
“I’m sorry for… I’m sorry. My name is Celestina from Countess Cress.”
“I made a mistake. This is the gain of the Marquis of Urf. During the Holy Kingdom’s war, the saint’s status was briefly heard. It is an honor to meet you.”
It was as if someone was reminded of a sword-mad man with a look of respect that was enough to burden him.
The conversation flowed naturally as each person greeted them.
Among the children of the aristocrats who spoke to him, women accounted for a large proportion.
“I heard that the saint is leaving tomorrow. If you dare to comment, wouldn’t it be okay to stay in the Empire a little longer? If you don’t mind, even in our mansion…”
“I’ll take your heart.”
“Is the Holy Son close to the Holy Lady too? It’s a bit of a story from the past, but the saintess I met when I visited the empire wasn’t easy to approach…” “It’s
okay now that I’ve been educated.”
It was as if he was saying that he had trained a dog that would not listen.
Upon his appearance, the lobby was divided into two atmospheres.
Those who welcome him and those who don’t like him.
It wasn’t just those who welcomed him who suddenly appeared.
They didn’t show anything in particular, but there were quite a few of them.
It seems that I am being hated a little bit.
It is better to disappear quickly than to interfere with the current atmosphere.
Thinking so, Ray said to the people around him.
“It’s been a while since I drank, so I’m getting drunk. I will do this.”
There was a mana rod that naturally inhaled mana from the air as if breathing, but there was no way that he would get drunk.
In the first place, the clear mana was flowing even without being aware of it, so it became a body that could not be taken without making a decision.
However, those who had no way of knowing such a fact nodded their heads obediently.
“If you have a chance to visit the Empire next time, please find the Countess of Cress.”
“The marquis family is always open to the saint.”
His words, like a certain public service announcement, made people laugh out loud.
“I will do that. I enjoyed.”
He waved his hand a little in greeting.
It was a short meeting, but I was satisfied.
If such a meeting is also established in the Holy Kingdom, the sons of nobles will be able to meet more people and strengthen their friendship.
It is directly related to national power.
As long as the interaction between family and family continues.
The comfortable conversation in a free atmosphere seems to have raised their level of consciousness.
‘It’s a chat… It would be okay to make it. You can use Zeke or Eucliwood.’
He was excited at the thought of pampering him.
* * *
The nobles, who had a history of accepting bribes from the princess, slowly took action.
casting out saints.
Hana saint will disappear naturally when tomorrow comes.
So the plan changed little by little.
After the saint left the empire, this prince was polishing the paving stones to become the emperor.
In fact, to put it simply, it can be said that it is very easy for this prince to seize the throne of the emperor.
The number of aristocrats already exceeds that of Prince Il, as the number of nobles who had been paying attention to Princess Il’s massive bribery effort and a large number of nobles flocked to him.
It is not possible to determine the successor due to the probationary order, but if he earns time like this, the successor will definitely be this prince.
I don’t know what Prince Il’s side was thinking.
Prince Lee, Princess Il, and the major nobles who assist them were seated at a long table.
said the prince.
“…I think the number of nobles is sufficient… Wouldn’t it be okay to raise your crouching body? I want to hear what you guys think.”
At his words, a middle-aged nobleman with a neat beard opened his mouth.
“I can’t say for sure yet. Now that His Majesty has awakened, it wouldn’t be strange if this situation collapsed at any time.”
“So time is running out. You don’t even know what Prince Il is preparing, but you can’t just wait.”
“If one is pushed too far… Even if it succeeds, it will be difficult to reap a great effect.”
“Hmm…”
The nobleman cleared his chest as the prince seemed to be lost in thought.
To be honest, it’s okay to bump into it once.
Even if the nobles disintegrate and join the Emperor’s side, the iron-blooded lord will slash their necks.
The nobles are well aware of this fact.
There are so many things to be responsible for, so everyone is in a hurry to pass it on to each other.
At that time, a nobleman who had been listening silently in a corner opened his mouth.
“I have an idea.”
The prince, who was lost in thought at those words, became interested.
“Tell me.”
After permission was granted, the nobleman continued.
“How about using the Wyvern Mountains?”
The unexpected words made the prince slightly frown.
“The Wyvern Mountains?”
“yes. Everyone knows that the Wyvern Mountains lie just behind the Imperial Capital. If there is a slight blow to this place, the Wyverns will attack the Empire.”
Did his words interest you again?
The prince nodded with a rather serious expression.
“Let’s keep talking.”
“thank you. If such a direct blow comes to the empire, even His Majesty the Emperor will not stand still.”
“I’m sure you’ll immediately form an army to respond.”
“you’re right. We just have to aim for that time.”
In other words, they rebel against the Wyvern when the Emperor is busy fighting.
In that case, you do not have to wait for probation, and you can also coolly remove Prince Il, who has become a source of trouble.
Princess Il nodded and praised.
“That’s a good comment. There are a lot of nobles, so no matter how iron-blooded the lord is, he won’t be able to deal with both the wyvern and us.”
“Ummm…”
The prince couldn’t come to a conclusion right away, so the nobleman put an end to it.
“With no losses to our forces, the joint venture with the Wyvern will feel like a solid reinforcement. If you miss this opportunity, you may lose the player to Prince Il. If they are also preparing for war, it will be difficult to use numbers anymore.”
“…good night. Then, may I ask you to organize the troops? Count Cress.”
Count Cress smiled slightly at the prince’s words.
“Please leave it to me. I will handle the Wyvern’s blows perfectly.”
“Try to believe it. Then you know what to do next. The Lords must assemble and equip the troops in such a way that they are not noticed. Since we have accumulated military funds, we have an advantage over Prince Il. Tomorrow when the saint leaves, let’s start the attack on the Wyvern Mountains right away.”
“All right.”
“All right.”
Hearing their reply, the prince left the room.
Luckily things work out.
The saint leaves the empire as of tomorrow, and they just have to work accordingly.
In addition, according to the news that has been heard, the pilgrimage of the saint is already a set procedure.
Because he had to go to the holy kingdom as soon as possible, even if he heard the news of the war in the empire, he would not think of coming.
‘Now all that remains is to become the emperor. And…’
His thoughts went on and on.
However, there was one fact he overlooked.
This means that the current saint is not the former saint who absolutely obeys God’s commands.
He will be the only saint in all ages who can confidently curse the sky.
