Count Scribe's Tutor

“Kalman, where are Sererheim's subordinates now? ”

“Three hours ago, I found myself stationed in a small town near the border. ”

As soon as I asked the question, the answer came back.

He looked up at the sky and carefully added his opinions.

“The sun is almost down, so I think we should start marching again in the morning. ”

Jerome's estate is rough.

Among them, it was famous for being the toughest from the northern border to here. It was difficult to march at night with a large force alone.

So, if it had been normal, it would have been over by now.

But now it's different. Ferda shakes her head and commands a strong warning from instinct.

“Figure it out again. Current location is important. ”

“Yes, boss. ”

Karlman nods faithfully.

Just when I was waiting for the last piece of the puzzle. Burraine suddenly tilts his head as he walks through the air.

[That makes me curious.]

“What?”

[Jerome's western army. There's no reason for them to suddenly follow Prince Bernia, who have been neutral for centuries.]

Burlane said as if he was genuinely curious.

Then the reality was based on the information he had heard from Ferda.

“Isn't that because you're friendly with the Eastern Commander? ”

when they smuggled Vernia into the underground waterways.

While describing each of the bees, she said about the western militia: The Eastern army and the Confederates used to be friends. He also boasted that he was like a brother to Darcas, an outsider.

Given this, the western forces' participation was understandable.

But Burlane doesn't seem to think so.

He replies with an awkward face like the one who heard the strange words.

[Marquis Seor, who leads the western army, is not capable of moving on with such private affairs. He is a very computational person, and everything he does has a purpose or intent.]

Sounds like you know the Marquis of Seor.

Ferda immediately asked the question.

“Have you ever met him? ”

[Yes, I was briefly in debt when I retrieved the sword the other day.]

Burlane nods his head and stutters.

According to him, the late Duke Seor was very intent on treating the investigators in the Holy Nation who retrieve the sword. He said he was able to help the investigators by releasing private soldiers as well as financial support during the full month of their stay.

‘A noble who is friendly with the Holy Land · · · · · · · ·. ’

I could understand if I had a relationship with a certain person in the Holy Nation.

At that time, however, none of the members of the Sanctuary had any friendship with the Marquis of Seir. However, if the soldier were to help with the investigation, it was more than just friendship, it was likely that he had established an independent contact with the Holy Nation.

Ferda's suspicions are gradually growing in confidence.

The past of Marquis Seir has flowed from Burraine.

[Oh, and Count Seul is also the head of the military, but he used to run Jerome's largest caravan until he inherited his family.]

Just when I tilted my head to say something unexpected.

Isha suddenly asked with a surprised face.

“Are you talking about the Armenian caravan? ”

[That's right. Earl Seor is the owner of an arpen called the Golden Merchant Guild.]

The Armenian fleet.

The Merchant Guild, which houses the Kingdom of Jerome, is well known for its name in the Kingdom of Laderon.

In the past, it was said that the Arpens' wealth once occupied nearly half of Jerome. It was no exaggeration to say that they were the merchants who were feeding the kingdom.

[He has accumulated enormous wealth through trade. And unlike the impenetrable royal family, it was also very active in interacting with other countries. The problem is that this foreign country includes the Holy Nation and the Empire.]

In response, Ferda narrows her eyes.

As the Holy Land and Empire were mentioned, I felt a little brighter and brighter. After a short while, he finishes the thought.

“Have you interacted with her recently? ”

[Absolutely. Just five years ago, I was in charge of supplies for the war in the Norse Empire. Because it was supplied through the Holy Land, the Royal Jerome would not have noticed it at all.]

As far as I was concerned, no further information was needed.

I was able to figure out the situation with Isha.

“The answer is · · · · · · · · · ·. ”

“It is possible that the Marquis of Seir will think of treason. ”

The two faces hardened.

Ferda, on the other hand, looked dull. I saw signs of betrayal, but it was because the last piece needed conviction was not ready.

‘In accordance with the Holy Nation's movements, the charges against Grand Duke Seul are settled. ’

Northmen and Westerners alone cannot turn the tide.

Even if the betrayal succeeds, the damage will be great. So the best way to do this is to wait for the Holy Nation's subordinates to join us, then betray us in the battle.

When I looked at the situation so calmly.

“Boss! Well, here's the news! ”

Kalman appears blue-bored.

At the same time, an urgent shout followed.

“Sererheim's reinforcements are advancing across the border! ”

“ · · · · · ·! ”

“It looks like we're running a vigilante, and we expect to reach the capital within the next day! ”

All puzzles were matched with Kalman's report.

There I could gauge the timing of his betrayal.

When Ferda's eyes are cold, Kalman finishes his report.

“And the Western movement is suspicious. I just heard from my crew, and it looks like the advancement of Western forces on the streets is surrounding the North Gate! ”

The last piece is enough, but I can't get rid of it.

Isha bites her lips with a stiff face.

“This is clear. ”

“Yes. I should inform Bernia immediately. ”

I was seriously bitten by the expression on my face.

After a while, the reality woke up on its feet. I was ready to go to Bernia right away. But then, there was a hand pressing against the shoulder.

“Ferda?”

There was a mysterious light in the purple eyes.

Ferda shakes her head as she looks at you.

“No, I won't tell Bernia. ”

“Yes? Why? ”

He looks surprised.

Isha, Kalman and Berrane were the same. Of course. As long as there's clear signs of betrayal, we have to warn them beforehand to minimize the damage.

So why didn't he tell us?

When everyone's face was questioned.

“So they can ask us for help. ”

Ferda replies with a dry voice.

If Bernia had been in the same position as Robert, it would have been as he said. Unlike Robert, who had only ever relied on Ferda and Silvert, Vernia still had a lot to rely on.

Duke Darcas, Jerome's largest military force.

To the Confederates who swore allegiance recently.

Since there were such strong forces, it would be enough to shout, "Do not interfere in the affairs of the kingdom."

“You'd better start spreading. ”

That way you'll be as useful as Robert.

I was going to give Bernia another chance to realize that.

The only thing that can help her is Ser Nec.

“And above all · · · · · · · · ·. ”

He twists his lips as he slowly continues to speak.

I immediately muttered with a cold smile.

“Rather than increasing the number of prisoners draining food, it is better to raise more troops by resurrecting corpses. ”

Capturing Western and Northern troops means nothing.

The Eastern and Southern forces were also those who pledged allegiance to Bernia, so this did not help Senek much.

So let's make him a dead man and do whatever we want.

Compassion and compassion turned cold like cold water. A moment later, Burraine, expressing a blank expression, asks with a cautious tone.

[Ferda, are you a commander?]

“What?"

What the hell are you talking about?

Ferda tilts her head, unable to understand the intent of the question. Immediately, Verlane's answer returned.

[That was your evil plan not to be a commander. · · · · · · ·]

I don't want to be told that ghosts are evil.

Ferda laughs nervously, and Isha and Kalman nod.

“The homeroom teacher is a little bit like that. ”

“Ha, ha, ha. Obviously, you are. ”

Kalman, who usually obeys Ferda, laughs awkwardly.

That's how evil this speech is.

“What are you all talking about? ”

In the meantime, the group frowns.

And then, of course, I said,

“Ferda is my great teacher. It's far from evil. ”

“Yes, I'm just a normal homeroom teacher. ”

With Ferda's bold answer.

Isha sighs deeply.

“Phew, I keep telling you, it's not normal at all. ”

After a grumpy conversation, the group gets up on their feet.

It was to execute Ferda's evil and efficient plan.

* * *

That morning.

Late at night when everyone was asleep, there were those who had not yet slept.

Technically, they weren't supposed to sleep.

Bummer!

A young officer walks over the wall.

It was a lieutenant of the Legion of Rangers and Ghosts, the elite of the Eastern Army. In a gray uniform, he approaches the Rangers on guard at the top of the wall.

“Loyalty, I'm here to take a shift. ”

With the so-called salute, another officer in the center of the rangers turns his head. A man with dark brown hair. Unlike the new officer lieutenant, he seemed to have gone through an all-out battle.

“Is it that time already? ”

A man in his mid-30s with a captain's rank.

He opens his eyes and asks again. The lieutenant nodded and immediately changed into battle clothes. Then he stepped into the position where the captain was.

“Tough fog today. ”

“I see. The rainy season is near. ”

The captain who took off his uniform didn't make much of a move.

Then the nearby soldier mutters with a bloody smile.

“Things will happen on a day like this. ”

“· · · · · · Stop talking nonsense and get to work. ”

“Yes, have a good night. Loyal!”

With the soldier and his lieutenant saluted, he climbed down the wall.

Is it because he's about to go into battle? I stood on guard for a long time, but I felt strangely tired.

“Still, you'd better keep your eyes open. ”

When Nazik mumbled and headed to his place.

Suddenly, you hear a commotion near the gate.

Turning around, you see a group of his men and a group of soldiers screaming. The captain frowned and walked.

“What's going on? ”

“Ah, Captain. It's... ”

His subordinate explained.

The reason for the disturbance was the sudden arrival of the western army. According to his subordinates, they said they will be stationed at the gate's perimeter starting today.

Then the captain narrowed his eyes and asked.

“What brings the western army here? ”

The eastern and western forces with which the captain belonged were not very good friends.

Of course, Duke Darcas and Grand Duke Seor were good friends, but that doesn't mean the soldiers and officers were on the same side.

Well, technically, I'm a little clumsy.

For some reason, there was poisonous thorns in the captain's voice.

“As I said before, I'm here to support you on your guard duty. ”

At that time, a man who looked like a Western military commander replied.

Then the captain tilted his head.

“That's the first I've heard of it. ”

“I just had my instructions. ”

There is a strange battle between the commander and the captain.

Then, the commander added,

“This was directly commanded by the Marquis himself. Follow the orders."

“Orders? ”

The captain laughs as if it were absurd.

Then he growled with a stiff face.

“We are the duc's unit. I don't listen to other people's orders. ”

The captain's words harden the Commander's face as well. It felt like an insult to the commander, Marquis Seor.

That's when the tension started again.

“Commander, this is an order from Command. ”

A soldier from afar bows his head to the commander.

Then he spoke with a serious face.

“All western forces, be advised. Do your duty now. ”

The commander's eyes flashed fiercely in response.

The captain, who listened to the two conversations, narrowed his gaze and asked.

“Mission, all of a sudden, you don't know. ”

But the captain couldn't finish his speech.

Puck!

Suddenly, the commander drew his sword and plunged it into his chest. The captain opens his eyes to an unexpected attack.

“Yes, you! ”

“From now on, we begin our countermeasures. ”

The commander whispers in a dry voice.

He swings his sword back and slits the captain's throat. Then the captain's men shouted with a pale face.

“Attack! Attack! ”

“The western army has betrayed us! Dear Duke. Knng!”

Along with a shout to announce the raid, the western army attacked.

The sound of an organ striking. The commander steps forward, listening to the blood splattering in all directions and the desperate screams.

“Dear God. Lead us to victory. ”

As he prays, he touches the silver necklace.

It was a token of Serrhaim's faithfulness.

“I give you this war. ”

As a sign of insanity.

Jerome's capital was immediately covered with a phone.

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