Marquis' Express Butler

“That's a story you can't hear. Why do we need information on the Earl of Astria and the Delfino Merchants Guild? ”

“A relative like my right arm was in trouble. The Duke knows him very well. ”

“Lord Dylan, perhaps. ”

I nod, expressing my condolences. Now you have to pretend to be as pathetic as possible. Complaining about emotions is a very basic way of doing it.

“This is Dylan, the baron of the Adeline family and the advisor for the Mathis Merchant Guild. ”

“Torture at that age doesn't suit you. ”

“Age is just a number, isn't it? He's been very helpful in making breakthrough products like fountains and pens. ”

“In summary, what does it mean to be a key person? ”

“Yes, and on the one hand, it's a person who needs to be protected. for our business. ”

“I heard something terrible happened a while ago. ”

“The assassins have attacked us. ”

Previously, I explained it to a distant relative, but I gave him the title of advisor to expand Dylan's position. That way, even if we have Mattis working with the Duke, we can step up against the late Adeline.

In addition, there are advantages to being able to cope flexibly with all emergencies. The answer cannot be confused since I am acting as two people anyway.

“I heard the news. Luckily, I heard nothing happened. But is there a problem with Lord Dylan between the Earl of Astria and the Delfino Merchants Guild? If you need information to protect Lord Dylan, it means there's some friction between the two forces. ”

“You got it right. There's a big problem. ”

I paused and took a breath. Like you're about to say something important. The duc showed his willingness to keep his eyes on me and listen to me.

“Do you remember the kidnapping of Lady Sapiella back in the day? ”

This is as far as I can tell, and I deliberately glanced at Hermes. The baron notices the aura and gestures at Hermes. Hermes nods his head.

“Speak freely, for there is no one. ”

I pulled Mana up just in case. The Duke's words were true. I've finally put myself in a position to be able to hold a grudge with Duke Midas.

Now, let's write a cool novel.

I'm in a position to tell a story across a bridge anyway. Using that clearance, proper fiction will also be tolerated.

“Several factors, including Sir Dylan, have been noted behind the Delfino Merchants Guild's abduction. This raid is also being judged as their doing. ”

“What? That can't be... That can't be right. The Delfino Merchant Guild is one of the most important merchants on the continent. How can that happen? Against the Adeline family. ”

It's common sense to think that. The Delfino Merchant Guild was clearly well-versed. I didn't get any dirt out of it.

“First things first. The Delfino Merchant Guild has a close relationship with the Earl of Astria. Will it be said that the owner of Astria is not the Earl, but the Delfino Merchants Guild? ”

“I don't mean to be absent. ”

A merchant merchant with that much gold and intelligence. Against the enormous authority of the Earl of the Realm.

The story is different if the Earl's title is filled with the merchant guild's money. The authority they wield will not belong to the Earl, but to the merchant.

I have the situation in mind.

To put it simply, the Count of Astria may be sitting on a throne with a weakness or something in his grasp.

It's not an unreasonable assumption.

Based on what Eluna overheard outside Delfino's office, the merchant clearly ignored the Earl. Despite being a commoner.

“Are you saying that the Delfino Merchants Guild Master controls the Earl of Astria? ”

“It's a good possibility. My secretary and a skilled negotiator, Eluna, once met the Delfino Merchants Guild Master. I heard at the time that he seems to be interfering with the Earl of Astria's inner circle. ”

I heard the story from Elona the other day when I returned to Adeline.

Elona has a very good memory as a descendant of the Elves, so Delfino was able to convey what Delfino said to his subordinates without fail.

He kicked his tongue and even snorted while talking about the Earl. Even the owner of the Giant Merchant Guild was a little rude.

Above all, he was keeping an eye on Sapiella's love affair.

The Merchant Guild Master is interested in the Infinity Dialect? I just can't let it go. There's got to be a plan.

“That is, not just to protect Lord Dylan, but to close the kidnapping case of the young lady, we need both groups of information. It's also a special assignment for Sir Dylan. ”

“Somehow you don't look like a typical butler. I've never heard of a butler as a user. ”

The story was becoming more and more accurate thanks to the Duke's willful interpretation of the dream. I was calm.

“I'm sure you've heard about what's happening behind the scenes, since you are the head of the Royal Family. ”

“I heard there's a massive military exercise going on in Astria. But it's a ritual. The movement will end with training. ”

“The problem is timing. ”

I smiled with a sparkle in my eyes.

“In the Earl of Astria, Sapiella marched right after she headed for the royal road. as if they were about to have a demonstration of force. You know the relationship between Otto and Miss Sapiella. ”

“Yes. But still... ”

“It's deliberate provocation. ”

I disclosed my own scenario to the duc, as I explained to the Conference Secretly before.

If Sapiella had a problem with the infant, it would be like the antiSaiyan Earl.

The duc crashes his chin and thinks. Suspicion was not a peel, but it was at least positive that it listened to me.

“Dylan wasn't lucky enough to save the girl. We've already got the evidence, and then we've got a chance to get it in a moving car. ”

“Couldn't you have guessed when the perpetrators were caught? ”

“I slashed my tail for no reason. Nothing has been revealed. A lot of people were killed or missing in the process. ”

I suddenly remembered Cornell, the trainer. He was one of the victims.

“In the meantime, Lord Dylan was ambushed in the royal province by a report that the Delfino Merchant Guild was behind it. I'm not here to be selfish, I'm here for Sir Dylan. I'm not sure why I need this information. ”

The story has finally returned to the beginning. The peacock who took a moment asked.

“You mean someone that important? To make such reckless demands. ”

“He's also a relative of mine. Mr. President.”

It's actually because of me.

“Peace lasted for a long time. It's not that I don't understand what's going on behind me. Especially those two families. Dylan, what a friend. As a butler, I can't believe you've come this far. ”

Out of nowhere, the Duke stood up.

He starts walking around the office with his backpack. I thought about it a lot.

I saw it and realized it.

The Duke must know something. A huge secret that will cover every single story so far.

“In conclusion, I can't give you the information you want. ”

“May I ask why? ”

“I want to do business. I don't want a power struggle. You know very well what it means to hand over information. ”

You're such a grumpy bastard.

It was a classic ploy to take one step out of a dangerous situation without making a profit. Then there's nothing we can do.

I bowed my head and took an example.

“Then I'll go back and discuss the contract with the executives and check back in with you. ”

“Are you bargaining with me? ”

“No way. Absolutely not. Investment matters. It's hard to see. Multiple opinions are required. ”

“Hmm... How long will it take? ”

“We need to take care of a few things in the royal province. It might take a couple of months. We will get back to you as soon as possible. ”

The duc's expression darkens. It's not me that's regretting this, it's the Duke. If I go to another prominent family, the damage will be great.

“Who are you meeting? ”

“Careful what you say. I have a promise to make to some nobles. because there are more people interested in fountain pens and ball pens than I thought. ”

I didn't even mention a specific person. There was no promise, but in the Duke's mind, there are many rivals' faces.

Again, the Duke said with excitement.

“I'd like an answer as soon as possible. ”

“Every trade has an order. And that's why we have contracts. I'm sure you know him very well. ”

The duc only looks uncomfortable, but he doesn't say a word. I think I've given you enough chances.

“Your next appointment is coming up soon, so I'll be going now. May you rest in peace until the day I see you again. ”

“You.”

The Duke called me strictly. His calm eyes were filled with poison.

It was the eyes of a typical ruler. Feelings when things don't go the way they were meant to.

When I was in graduate school, I resembled the exact same look that professors and seniors had when they failed to acquire interest businesses.

“Do you know what it means to go back like this? I am the interior regent of the realm and the heir to the Duke of Bahamut. I think I've done everything I can to give you a favor.I 'm just glad you're back. ”

I clasped my head, but I retaliated.

“I appreciate your generosity, but the deal must be fair. ”

“Is there a fair deal in the world? ”

“Fair, honest and unselfish. Since you know the meaning of these words, you must be in charge of the great family of Bahamut and the minister of the cabin. ”

I mentioned the Fair Blader, also known as the House of Bahamut. I'm nervous because the Duke is going to shout so loud and ask me to slit my throat.

“Hahaha! Yes. That's right. You're a bold one. I can't believe you're getting beat up in front of me. You have good merchant qualities. You deserve it. ”

The duc staring at me motionlessly gestures. I got a little closer.

“Where are you staying? ”

“I'm staying at a rustic inn called the Crow Forest. ”

“I'll send someone soon. Wait for me.”

“Yes, Mr. President. ”

That concludes the story.

However, I felt uneasy. When Dylan's story was told, there was a word in his head about the duc who had found himself here as a butler.

“There's got to be something. ”

Once I'm out, I'm a duke.