Chapter 17. 100 Commandments (2)
“I, Lloyd Frontera, the son of Arcos Frontera, have something to tell you as the successor of this territory.”
Lloyd’s voice echoed throughout the gymnasium.
Suddenly, all eyes were on him.
One farmer gulped.
Some woodcutter unknowingly clenched his fist.
Another brewer pursed his lips.
It was a situation that no one could have imagined.
Sir Neumann, the senior knight of the territory, was defeated.
He was trampled on very well by Lloyd, the son of the lord, whom he only thought was a bastard, not even a knight.
That alone was a shocking event.
But that wasn’t the end.
Even though the duel was over, Lloyd’s assault continued.
The poorer baron stopped Lloyd by even taking offense.
However, Lloyd responded more confidently.
Sir Neumann betrayed the land and the lord.
Everyone doubted their ears.
However, the baron’s complexion turned pale after reading the unknown letter. I sat down without strength, as if my legs were loosened. I stared at Sir Neumann with devastated eyes.
Thanks to this, everyone could grasp the atmosphere, albeit roughly.
‘Is that what Master Lloyd said is true?’
Judging from the baron’s reaction, it seemed so.
Then, what will become of Sir Neumann from now on?
All eyes of the villagers gathered around the gymnasium focused on Lloyd.
I waited for the declaration to come out of his mouth.
Lloyd felt the gaze too.
‘From now on is important.’
How many calculations were made to create this situation.
I have summarized all the contents of the novel Iron Blooded Knight that I remember.
In this way, he considered the current state of Yeongji, the relationship and emotions of the characters. He also anticipated changes in the novel’s content that would occur due to his actions.
In other words, he almost designed dozens of scenarios one by one and led the situation.
Of course, among them was the reaction of the baron who will now be seen.
‘A suggestion that is too strong here will have the opposite effect.’
The baron is a good friend.
a person with a soft heart
No matter how much Sir Neumann betrayed him.
I wouldn’t think of imposing a harsh punishment at once.
So what if you openly suggested a tough punishment?
It occurred to me that there was a great danger that the baron would show reluctance.
‘Now is the time to go fishing.’
Anyway, I can only express my opinion on this one.
The decision-maker to decide the disposition is the baron.
So, you have to catch the baron first.
Only then can you get the desired result.
Lloyd cleared his throat.
“You will be in a lot of trouble. yes me too Sir Neumann has been in our estate for a long time and has made quite a few achievements in the meantime.”
“Hmm. Tell me more.”
Could it be that this side was unexpectedly defending Sir Neumann?
The baron tilted his head.
Lloyd continued.
“Of course, Sir Neumann’s actions revealed through this incident are shocking. It is because they turned their backs on their lord and caused great harm to the territory.”
“In other words, are you trying to tell Sir Neumann that lessons and consequences go hand in hand?”
“That’s right.”
Fortunately, the story went well.
The baron was a good man, but not a dull person.
“If you do, a ball is a ball. Overwork and overwork. Are you asking me to handle this matter in consideration of all Sir Neumann’s actions?”
“Yes, it is.”
“Umm, seeing you say this, it seems you have a separate method of punishment in mind.”
“of course.”
Lloyd laughed.
And at once, like pulling out an iron horn.
He said the method of punishment he had thought of beforehand.
“How about dropping a ‘rat’ on his head?”
“…mouse?”
“That’s right.”
Lloyd’s words continued.
“I drop a ‘rat’ on Sir Neumann’s head. So, if he is not hurt in any place, why not give him a chance to reflect.”
“An opportunity for reflection is….”
“It seems appropriate to demote him to a regular soldier.”
“Do you mean to repent of the past and prove your loyalty by serving as a soldier?”
“That’s right.”
“….”
The baron was silent.
The baroness involuntarily clasped her hands tightly.
The rest of the villagers came out of the silence one by one and looked back at the person next to them. whispered and groaned.
“hey? What do you mean?”
“I hear you drop rats?”
“yes? Did you hear that too?”
“ok. They say they drop rats on Sir Neumann’s head.”
“Could that be the punishment? Is that all?”
“Ugh. I don’t know why, maybe?”
One farmer shrugged.
Some woodcutter tilted his head.
I didn’t understand.
“Can anyone ever get hurt just by dropping a rat on their head?”
“Hmm, I think it might be possible.”
“how?”
“Because I am afraid of mice. You could scream in surprise, run amok, and fall, right?”
“…But Sir Neumann is not like that, right?”
“Surely?”
“that’s right. He is a knight.”
The women also chatted hard with the party next to them.
I guessed hard and tried to roll my head.
However, no matter how much he thought about it, it was unlikely that such a punishment would hurt Sir Neumann.
In other words, everyone interpreted Lloyd’s proposal in this way.
“You mean to forgive Sir Neumann. Isn’t that right, Xaviel?”
“I think so too.”
A question from Lord Bavaria, who was by his side.
At that question, Xaviel nodded.
“Perhaps he decided that this level of punishment was enough.”
“Brother Lloyd?”
“Yes, it is.”
Xaviel’s words continued.
“Sir Neumann has already tasted enough shame in front of everyone. And even if he is forgiven like this, the humiliation he will receive will not end there.”
“I guess so. You will be stripped of your knighthood and will have to serve as a regular soldier.”
“yes. That in itself would be more disgraceful. but….”
“but?”
“There is a part that is a little puzzled.”
“Are you curious?”
“Lloyd’s suggestion. Personally, it might be a bit unexpected.”
Sir Bayern looked back as if he meant something.
Xaviel paused for a moment before speaking.
“Too moderate. Too merciful. So it doesn’t suit Lloyd. I think that human…No, he’s not that great.”
I honestly did.
Meanwhile, Lloyd Frontera escorted him.
Thanks to that, the person I always watched by my side wasn’t the type to have such a neat back end.
‘dirty. Quite a bit too. They are thorough, tenacious, and even lethal.’
not a bad guy
But he’s not even a good guy.
There’s a corner that’s incredibly quiet.
Never do anything to lose.
To sum it up in one word, he’s a thoroughly astute man.
That was Xaviel’s most honest evaluation of Lloyd recently.
‘I have no choice but to do that.’
That person has changed dramatically since one day.
I stopped doing the truth that I used to do every day.
Instead, it became incredibly sluggish.
He thoroughly paid for the construction work he received from the local residents.
When he realized that even a single coin was not enough, he ran to get it even while eating dinner.
Is that all?
‘Lullaby service? He’s completely swinging me over with that weird thing.’
Parade of weird academic terminology heard night after night.
Thanks to that, I was able to get a good night’s sleep.
At first, I was just happy.
It seemed like I had the whole world.
But in hindsight, I had to realize that wasn’t the case.
‘Because the price was too high.’
Several times a day, I had to hear threats that were not threats from that person.
‘If you don’t teach me swordsmanship, I’ll stop the lullaby service.’
‘You know that we have a joint copyright on the dark heart method, right? If you don’t admit it, will the lullaby service stop?’
‘Oh, I’m a bit thirsty. but you know? If it comes to mind, I’ll extend the lullaby service by one day.’
…It was like that.
Gapjil also had no such gabjil.
It felt like living every day as a black cow with its nose properly pierced.
I couldn’t escape from that witchcraft(?).
No, I didn’t dare to get out.
It was because the lullaby service provided by that human was so sweet!
‘…Whoa. The more I think about this, the more miserable it is. After all, such a thoroughgoing man betrayed the territory and forgave Sir Neumann for attacking him like this? nonsense. I don’t know if it was in the past when I was drunk. There’s no way that recent person would forgive someone so loosely.’
Clearly there is something more.
It must be that person.
He must be hiding a villainous scheme.
Thinking so, Xaviel opened his fluke eyes and looked at Lloyd.
Of course, Xaviel was the only one who doubted Lloyd that much in this gymnasium.
The rest were different.
Everyone was amazed at Lloyd’s unexpected generosity.
Among them, Baron Frontera’s surprise was the greatest.
‘okay. You made a reasonable judgment, Lloyd.’
The baron nodded inwardly.
It was unexpected.
So I was delighted.
‘I thought I was just an immature child who ran rampant, not knowing the fear of the world forever.’
It wasn’t.
Now I see that my thoughts were wrong.
His own son, Lloyd, had grown up to be a proud figure.
‘That’s wonderful. I got it now. I wondered why you were causing a discord with Sir Neumann, the senior knight of the territory, but from then on, you were already aware of Sir Neumann’s betrayal.’
So, he must have deliberately created a conflict with Neumann.
It must have been an intentional duel like this.
He must have severely punished Sir Neumann in front of everyone.
‘okay. It must have been to punish one and sound an alarm to all others. At the same time, contrary to everyone’s expectations, at this moment, by showing generosity, you demonstrated wisdom in seeking practical benefits for the estate.’
The more I thought about it, the more amazing it was.
Even though he was a traitor, Sir Neumann was a valuable human resource.
‘Because it’s never easy to hire a knight of that level.’
In any case, this was a rural manor on the outskirts.
It was an outskirts that was shunned by quite a few knights.
This was especially true for knights who had reached the level of sword experts.
‘Correct the discipline of Yeongji through ruthless punishment. At the same time, by showing unexpected generosity and giving opportunities, it gives traitors room for reflection and rehabilitation. Thus, the traitor’s ability is not discarded and left room for full use. Really great.’
Sir Neumann must have felt something about this incident.
You will be moved by the generous decision that saved him.
He will sincerely reflect on his past mistakes.
And you will be more loyal to the territory.
The Baron felt his heart swell.
‘I can’t believe my son did this.’
It was a truly extensive insight and calculation.
The more I thought about it, the more I felt like I was going to cry.
The baron nodded, trying to suppress the joy that made the bridge of his nose frown.
“good night. Lloyd I’ll accept your offer. Sir Neumann? what do you mean Are you willing to accept the opportunity offered by Lloyd?”
“…yes there is!”
Sir Neumann, who had been drooling until now, nodded his head.
Although he was in a badly battered and battered position, his ears were open.
Of course, he also listened to Lloyd’s suggestions to the baron.
For Sir Neumann, it was an opinion that would bring delight.
‘Just drop a mouse on your head? So if you don’t get hurt, you’ll forgive me for this? Under these conditions, of course I should accept it!’
so forgive me
I’m getting through this just fine.
And then?
‘What is reflection? Demoted to regular enlisted? Nonsense.’
I had no intention of suffering such disgrace.
‘I’ll leave this disgusting estate right away. And I’ll avenge you.’
Crunchy!
grinded teeth
but don’t go unnoticed.
With only the expression of self-reflection and regret.
He said in a trembling voice to the baron.
“I will prove it right now. I beg you kindly. Please give me a chance to listen to Master Lloyd’s wise opinion.”
“good night.”
The baron nodded.
“Are there any rats ready to drop on Sir Lloyd Neumann’s head?”
“yes. I knew it would happen and prepared it in advance.”
“Good thing. Then execute it.”
“All right.”
At last the baron’s permission was granted.
The corner of Sir Neumann’s mouth went up.
An evil smile bloomed on Lloyd’s lips as well.
“Hey Sir Neumann? Are you laughing? good?”
“yes?”
“What is it? congratulations. Do you think you got a good opportunity to ask for forgiveness like this?”
“what…Are you talking?”
Sir Neumann tilted his head.
Even though the situation was welcome, something was strong.
Why is that person laughing so happily?
Why does that smile feel cold?
“What do you mean?”
Lloyd’s smile grew even more sinister.
Before he knew it, he was carrying a small hamster in one hand.
In the other hand was a red sunflower seed.
It was a sight that could only be seen by Sir Neumann, who was nearby.
“There’s no best way to ask for forgiveness, you bastard.”
“…yes?”
The moment when Sir Neumann asked a bewildered question.
Misleading!
The hamster chewed red sunflower seeds.
Lloyd backed away, tossing the hamster into the air.
and….
Tuaang!
“Pupo! Step on it!”
“Ppodong!”
“…!”
A giant hamster with a body length of 10 meters attacked Sir Neumann with his whole body.
