Ashes and Kingdoms

"I cordially report and petition His Majesty the Emperor and the Councillors from Glaus-Olasius-Tiol.

Postwar processing in the Nornicom state capital, Combs, is progressing without delay. The demolition of the ex-Rofulus Dragon Horse Army is over, and the family crest of the Dragon Horse family was swept out of the city. But residential sentiment is still disturbing, and the restructuring of the Fifth Corps is expected to take time.

There have also been reports that some of the defectors have fled to the north of Nornicom and have surrendered to the Dolphaes, and they need to remain vigilant. At last, I, Glaus-Tiol, would like you to extend my command and forgive me for assuming the post of Eastern Peace - '

When the emperor read the report pale, the senators relieved the tension with a relieved look. Now you don't have to be frightened by the nightmare of an angry dragon queen approaching the Imperial Capital with flames. As long as General Glaus is in the east, there is no risk of a resurgence of the insurgency.

There was no opposition, and the status of Eastern Commander, which was temporary, was to be extended for another two years. Varis was in the meantime watching the meeting with the usual chilling calm.

He had, of course, received a private letter besides a report as an official document. The usual friendly style spelled out the painful sentiment of wanting to return to the Imperial Capital as soon as possible, with the fact that there was no deception and the senators had to struggle alone for a while.

In fact, Varys was isolated in the royal capital. So far, the problem of the East-West Dragon Marquis has been solved once and for all, eliminating tensions like those of a temporary nature, but not least the Council has become cooperative.

"Sometimes, Your Majesty, I'm relieved to leave the East-West issue to the General and the Senato Marquis, but what are you going to do about the North?"

There he is. Varys turned to the questioner Fercius to remind him.

"If that's the case, I already sent Senator Islev. I thought you guys approved it, too?

"Now, as a special auditor who guides the thorough inspection and collection of taxes in the north, I would like to hope that we can achieve some results. But I didn't hear that Tianlong Hou would accompany me."

"He is but a citizen, albeit a dragon marquis. Whoever and wherever you go is free. He just bought me an escort and left because I happen to have the same destination this time. Even here, it was a thankful offer to save Senator Islev the hassle and expense of putting an escort on."

"Speaking in terms of spending, yes, it's a small savings."

Fersius admitted in a gracious manner, but the tone was clear. I just think that such a problem is trivial.

"In any case, Senator Islev has been given an unusual three-year term as an auditor. If you no longer need an escort in the meantime, help the treasury somewhat. But... now, like this general, can you ever ask for an extension of your tenure? As far as we're concerned, I know it's three years too long."

We, huh? I don't know who and who. Varis replied with a slight frown.

"It will depend on the circumstances. In addition to my thoughts, if the north is safe, I may return to my country without waiting for my tenure to expire, but three years is not enough. After considering the cooperation of Dragon Marquis, it was assumed that three years would be a reasonable period."

"Am I right?"

"If you're so concerned, Senator, next summer I'll take a vacation and go to the north for some heat. According to Tenryu Hou et al., the dark beast surrounds the town at night, so it will cool off for a long time."

Varys greeted the tight irony with a true face, and Fercius cut the story to a frightened gap, leaving the capitol behind.

As early as possible, Fercius and his party are trying to strengthen ties with the Dragon Horse Senato through the Little Senato. After the destruction of the Nornicom army, the movements of the senators were enlivened to such an extent as when Senato the Dragon Hou visited the Imperial capital for future consultations.

Happy or unhappy, Marquis Senato has no sign of actively taking in the senators, and Varis' status seems to be safe for the moment, but I don't know how long it will last.

(If Senato Jr. had the consciousness that he was not my grandfather's successor, but my - heir to the empire, and had the power to act like that, I wouldn't even have to stick to the throne of the emperor)

Spilling a sigh, Varis read back a letter from Glaus in the royal palace's private room.

Starting with overprotective worries about whether he is feeling well or eating properly, a powerful letter like him tells the situation.

"We defeated the Dragon Marquis, but we bought all the grudges of the Nornicoms for it. The night sentinel is still in the same position as it was during the war, and the soldiers have been exposed to civil animosity to soften their nerves. It's beautiful, not at all.

I will not disobey you if you order. But it is only to give us no reason to behave violently, not to be submissive. Even if it is to procure food, it seems that this one is tingling, wondering if it can be poisoned.

A cavalry captain named Marius, who was near Elecia's side, is now connecting us and our citizens essentially as representatives of Nornicom. This man is also cooperative, but it is clear that he does not wholeheartedly follow. Everyone admires the late Dragon Hou Elesia and is remembered for it.

If the enemy is a living man, he can fight, but he can't fathom himself with a sword and a spear to the memory of the dead. Let me know if you have any good ideas. Now it's just the best we can do to keep our soldiers from irritating our citizens. '

The anguish of an honest grouse seemed visible. I guess I can't think of any other means of taking a sigh of popularity. Most of all, even people who are good at the ability of their hands would think it would be counterproductive if they were in a good mood in a situation that can be seen from the text.

If you sprinkle the money, and make it convenient, the blind will be quick. However, if the wind direction changes, it will be easy for such a person to change direction. When things get disturbing, it doesn't help the legions stationed in the east.

It will be a tiresome job, but here we will have to regain a little bit of trust by ruling fairly and honestly, the same way that the Empire has always been everywhere.

(In that regard, no man is as competent as Glaus)

A General who is true, patient, and weighs justice. He should be able to patiently continue to wait for the rough waves to subside without stimulating the people of Nornicom.

- In the meantime, Varys will be isolated and helpless in the Imperial Capital.

(Years of patience)

Varys took a parchment and a pen to rub his temples with his fingers and ask for a return.

The situation in the north will be improved by Tenryu Hou, who emerged as though he had saved the Empire from the end. The senators will also be a little more cooperative if tax revenues improve, and the Nakte Dragon Marquis... should be quiet, at least until Little Senato grows up.

In the meantime, we need to hit every hand we can.

Varis had a rugged face and lowered the tip of his pen to parchment. The spreading black stain seemed similar to the tentacles of an ominous creature, perhaps because of a little tiredness.