Iron Blood Earl Riccianne

King Bren shines his eyes and asks in a gentle voice.

“What if? ”

“That's right.”

“What does that situation mean? ”

“Yes, Sawyn thinks the war is not yet over on the continent……. ”

“Does that mean? ”

“Yes, the empire that controls the west of the continent will be greedier……. ”

A dark shadow falls on the face of the king who hears Lycaen's words. Even so, he has one big concern these days.

Crohan's organization, which had been the biggest part of the last war, was suddenly disconnected.

The king and Crohan held hands for each other's benefit. Instead of Crohan allowing the militarized Kingdom of Bren to conquer the three kingdoms around it, the king lent power to Crohan and his organization to take over the southern continent.

Suddenly the Crohan disappears. As soon as the Kingdom of Bren started the war, the Empire also began a conquest war.

By taking control of all three surrounding nations, the Kingdom of Bren could also have the same territory as the Empire. He then declared himself empire and tried to empower Crohn's organization to control the two southern kingdoms of the continent.

But it was abolished by a mistake during the war. Apart from his original plan, he ignored the words of those sent by Crohan, including sending the prince to take over the Kingdom of Luo.

Of course, I did it at the time because I thought it was a much better strategic way, and the result was good. But from that point on, Crohan's organization was completely disconnected.

Moreover, while the Empire has dominated the western continent, it is difficult to keep its promise to Crohan.

Of course, the king was not worried about the fact that he was unable to keep his promise to them. The king was not a great man who valued his trust enough to risk his life for a promise he only made verbally. However, the mysterious power of Crohan and his men cannot be ignored. That's why we have to be restless every day.

And then there's another thing that's happened recently. The story has not yet leaked to the outside of the palace, but Prince Breton, the prince, suddenly lay down with a fever. Many healers and priests hung up, but the prince's sickness only went deeper every day. It felt like Crohan's organization was up to something.

In such a situation, the king's face cannot be good because he has doubts about when the empire who controls the west will come this way.

But Lycaen got it right. Moreover, according to his tone, he is preparing for it. It is a story that will capture the heart of the king at once.

“As expected, I'm appalled by Lord Frocus' veins. ”

The king says Lycaon bursts into disappearance.

‘Looks like the Circus are pretty scary. ’

It was a very fresh experience to see the king of that favorable and fierce personality in such a hurry.

“I'm ashamed. I just felt vague that the power of the empire wasn't going to subside easily." ”

“Haha, there are people who usually feel that way. ”

“But is there any particular reason you're looking for me? ”

“I was going to tell that story anyway. ”

The king nods in a softer voice.

“I have a proposition for my Lord Procurus. ”

“Yes, tell me. ”

“I'd like to offer you a villa in Edelscht on this occasion. What do you think? ”

Lycaen said that without my knowledge. The king himself arranges a mansion in the capital means staying in the capital and helping him with his work.

This did not mean that he would give up his duties in particular. Nobles with territories can't sit in office anyway. However, I had the right to speak at the meeting of the Great Department with the king.

In other words, it means you can be deeply involved throughout the state. In fact, Earl Eisenhower held power that way until the Conquest War.

But this time, I proposed it to Lycaen.

Are you out of your mind? ’

Lycaen was caught up in such troubles without my knowledge.

If he accepted the king's offer, no one could argue with Earl Frost in the province. It is because it is against the king's will to violate the territory of the nobles who are in the capital at the invitation of the king. And if you abuse it just a little bit, you can take a lot of money from the territories around you.

Not only that, as long as it wasn't a royal resting place, it was always possible to enter and exit the palace. Moreover, the king himself declared himself his nearest neighbour, so he came in with all sorts of requests that he could not afford.

That's why Earl Eigen made his power so great and gained so much power.

The king is now advising Lycaen to take his place. Of course, that's not only because Lycaen specialized in this war, but also because the power of his territory was enormous.

In fact, it was the Earl of Riccians who made the most progress in the Conquest War, while the fewest troops of warriors were the Caucasians.

"This is quite a temptation. ’

It was a Lycaen that would not go unnoticed, but I couldn't take it easy on this offer. If you accept this offer, in a sense, you will be able to fulfill your promise to dead Lycaen. No one in the Kingdom of Bren can touch the Earl of Procures but the King.

But the thought didn't last very long.

‘Phew, it's a pity, but I can't help it. ’

Lycaen knew the entire continent would be on the phone again soon. You know that, but you cannot be intoxicated by the sweetness of power.

Lycaen, who deliberately kept his mouth shut for a long time, said with a difficult expression.

“Your Majesty, I don't know what to say. One……. ”

Lycaen's expression suddenly sank as she blurred her words with a negative nuance. However, Lycaen continued to speak without caring.

“The territory of Sosa is still very unsettled. Of course, I won't have a problem with the king's blessings, but I don't think I'll be able to leave now that I'm just being framed. ”

“So you refuse my offer? ”

The king asked with an unbelievable expression. There was no one left behind in Bren Kingdom. I can't believe I refused to go there.

Lycaen shakes his head and says,

“How can I refuse the king's command? But I want to ask you to allow me some time. ”

“A little time? ”

“Yes, in a year. By then, Saudi territory will also be properly framed. I think the power of the territory that sits there on the one hand will help the king fulfill his will. ”

You can't say no right away. Therefore, it was best to postpone the time. A slight willingness to help with the military forces in the territory was enough.

The king looks troubled for a moment to see if Lycaen's words were working.

He also knew how powerful Earl Frost was. It would have been a tremendous force if such an Earl of Frost had helped himself to a state that was not as it is now.

“Phew! Good. ”

With a long sigh, the king nods slowly. It's only been a few months since the Great War ended, but it was not a good way to set up a conflict with nobles like this. Nevertheless, it is never to be noticed. We're just trying to draw things in a better direction from each other.

“I am appalled by your understanding of my lack of self-defense. ”

A smile comes to Lycaen's mouth, lowering his head.

* * *

“Hey, aren't you worried? ”

Joel asks with a stuffy face. He came to Lycaen in the capital because of the Knights of Dusk. The Knights of Dusk, commanded by the Emperor, came to Bren Kingdom in search of Lycaen.

Of course, it was not clear whether they were coming to the Kingdom of Bren with the exact goal of Lycaen or if they had chosen the Kingdom of Bren as their next search area.

But it was clearly dangerous.

However, Riccianne didn't have much reaction to him, so Joel had to fall for it.

Lycaen looks up and down Joel, expressionlessly looking at him for a moment.

“I don't want to scratch it. ”

“What?"

“Would they search the Kingdom of Bren if they knew who I was, or would they come straight to Earl Prokers?" ”

“Yeah? Oh, yeah? ”

“I don't need to touch them to tell them I'm here. ”

On second thought, yes.

“Ha! Why did I come all the way out here? ”

Joel mutters with a long sigh, his devastated expression.

At that moment, Lycaen suddenly pushes something toward Joel.

“Huh? What is this? ”

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