Marquis' Express Butler

Eventually, the baron signed the contract I proposed.

Not only did I like the conditions I proposed, but I seem to have been paying attention to the recent walk of Confucius Hamel, the third.

I have a clear understanding of what ‘other meaning’ means.

“Thank you for signing the contract. So House Zaire and Mathis became a community of destiny as well as a business partnership. ”

“A community of destiny, perhaps too meaningful. ”

“The process will be challenging, but the reward will be sure. ”

“I don't know how this sounds, but I didn't sign up for a reward. ”

What the hell are you talking about?

You look at the baron. Our story was moving on from the contract story to a slightly different one.

“I always thought there was something special about Confucius Hamel. ”

Luckily, it's not the mood I was worried about. Is there something I don't know?

“May I ask what specifically? ”

“Did you hear anything from the Confucian before you got here? About me.”

“I heard he played chess with you once before. ”

Ah, the baron nods, smiling in amazement.

“You remembered that, too. Earlier, when she mentioned Prince Hamel's words, I suddenly thought of that. I wonder if he remembers what happened back then.... ”

“I'm sure. He remembers. Now I'm feeling a little puzzled. ”

Earlier, when Sapiella mentioned the name of Confucius Hamel, it seemed to be more impressive than I thought, and there was a behind-the-scenes story.

I need to hear more.

“So when I was young, I used to play chess with Prince Hamel. I don't say it with my mouth, but chess was a bit of a name at the time. ”

“I know. I've heard enough of your reputation. ”

I asked Chris for some information about the baron before I got here. It has been documented that you are good enough to be called the chess master of Adeline.

For a moment, the baron, who had been distracted from the contract, looked up at the ceiling and recalled. I waited for his words to be relaxed, with my legs crossed.

“At that time...... the Prince was very young at the age of six. But it was famous for being smart. He was particularly good at tactics and tactics. So was swordsmanship.”

That's true. If you look at Prince Hamel's stats, both tactics and swordsmanship are A ranks. A rank is a real talent.

Suddenly, I miss the baron's mouth.

“I was on my way back from knowing the lord, and the duchess came out of the hall, grabbed my collar and said, Why don't you play some chess? If you win, I'll award you. In my eyes, there was a big, big side to it. ”

“I'm sure you did. A battle against a chess master. ”

“I still can't forget the look in those eyes. I felt like I was craving something. So I had no choice but to accept your invitation. ”

“What was the outcome? ”

“I won. ”

It was a surprising result.If you remember what happened so far, shouldn't the opposite be true? Like a six-year-old beats a chess noun.

Then there is only one answer.

“Something impressive happened playing chess. ”

“Honestly, the game is over. It's been a while now, but I had my own master title back then. Six year-olds must have been tough to deal with. But it wasn't about winning or losing. I was fascinated by your tenacity to not admit defeat easily, but to open the arches somehow. ”

One obsession with how to win is awesome. Nevertheless, it is also a point that distinguishes them from their own destruction that they have firm principles and beliefs.

“Assuming Chess is your henchmen...... at least you don't seem to be disposing of your henchmen easily. ”

That's what the baron wants to say. For a moment there, he said.

“Chess is a reduced battlefield. People are frustrated when airmen come and go and go and face defeat. But he was a little different. And I had a feeling that the third Confucius was going to be a big man. The other Confucians didn't. ”

“Is that why you're still thinking that? ”

“I don't know, but I can see your affections haven't changed. I felt that my emotions were being reproduced in my heart. ”

“Thank you for sharing your story. I feel like I'm getting warmer for no reason. ”

I bow politely. On the other hand, I felt that the collaborator changed his mind in a timely manner. I'm glad you told me to take off my mask.

There must be a new Confucius greeting around Adelaina Castle right now, but I was really curious about the reaction of the people around me.

The baron enjoys a moment of excitement and turns to talk.

“Sounds like you've brought up too much of the old stuff. I'd like to talk about something else. How big is Avengers? I've heard a lot about Mathis, but I've actually never heard of mercenaries before today. ”

“200 elite mercenaries have been secretly sharpening swords. I trained in the Tordand, my territory, and it was not well known. ”

“Well, the Tordans are a mountain village. ”

“It was hard to train that much. I may not have enough hands-on experience, but I pride myself on being the best in the industry at skills and fraud. ”

The baron nods. I explained further. In the future, Avengers will be officially active, and that first task will be to drive the bandits out of Zaire's territory.

“Wish me luck. ”

“Tonight I will mobilize my troops immediately. I wish I knew where the bandits were. ”

“I'll have it prepared by our knights. I'm sorry to leave it to the Avengers, but we'll send our knights out there, too. ”

“Thank you."

“Where are the Avengers now? ”

“They must be stationed nearby. ”

“Then send someone to the Knights. ”

“Sure.”

The baron stood up and asked me to shake his hand first. I held his hand with both hands.

…… this guy's Chess S rank?

* * *

“You finished earlier than I expected. ”

“Chris.”

Chris was waiting for me when I got out of the baron's contract.

When he entered the castle, he stationed the Avengers around him.

I appointed Chris to the Avengers' army before I left here. The martial arts are excellent, but they are weak, so Chris thought it would be helpful if he was harsh.

Of course, the mercenaries' battles are rougher than the regular army's. It is still useful in that it enables you to carry out simple but effective operations such as delaying enemy traps or ambushes.

“When did you get here? I could have talked to you if I had. ”

“I just got here. I think he's got a contract on him by now. ”

“Sounds like a ghost.”

I handed over the baron's signed contract to Chris.

“It's a condition of exclusively delivering to Zaire for 10 years. ”

Chris' eyes, not usually surprising, opened wide.

“Ten years? Ha, you've been a very good salesman at butlers. ”

“Was it too much? ”

“I'm more curious about how it was baked than it was. I've seen the terms of this deal in half. ”

“There were variables. Let's move on. ”

I brought Chris into my room. Then the maid prepared the car as if she was waiting.

After biting the maid and comfortably sitting on the couch, I told Chris all the stories I had talked to the baron. Hearing the story, he nods.

“Hmm. Apparently, Confucius Hamel said he was relieved, too. I guess I got a lot of attention when I was a kid, seeing all the good memories I have left. ”

“I sometimes wonder what it would be like if Confucius Hamel was born as a firstborn son. ”

“Interesting family. ”

“Perhaps it was more peaceful than now. You don't have to act like such a jerk. ”

Chris shrugs as he drinks tea.

This is no time to be idle. There were more than half of the teacups left, but I stood up and grabbed Chris.

“Go to the Knights. They'll be waiting for you. We're leaving tomorrow, so don't forget to bring the castle in. ”

“It's been hard meeting the evil employer. ”

“Then, shall I take you back to Manawa? ”

Chris with a tongue stood up. He stood up and asked me.

“Aren't you in the race? Running a fireball strategically will significantly reduce your punitive time. ”

“We have to put the hard work to work. I have to protect the girl, so come sweat it out with Arthurs. ”

“Sure thing, commander. ”

After sending Chris away, I headed to her place to meet Sapiella's spirit.

Sapiella sits alone in her room.

The light in the room was weaker than usual. Seeing him staring out the window, he deliberately lit a candle. It's one of Sapiella's few hobbies.

“What are you looking at like that for? ”

“You're early, aren't you? ”

“The story went well. ”

Young-ae nods. Then he looked at the maid. The waist-bending maid soon begins preparing refreshments. Arwen did not accompany Selina in this secret. To focus on the real secret.

Standing next to me, I explained the changed schedule.

“I will stay here another day because I have a contract with Baron Zayq. Sir Arthur and Sir Chris will lead the mercenaries and bring good news. ”

“It feels like all I owe her is money. ”

If you think so, my plan is working. I'm not talking about charity. We need to talk to each other in a good way.

“Su-hyeon is a wonderful person. He's a gentleman with a bright, cold-headed head. ”

“It's been a long time since you've complimented anyone. ”

“Is that so? I thought I complimented the lady without rest. ”

Her cheeks are slightly red, and I turn to talk with a smile.

“Shall we arrange a meeting? ”

“About me and Soo-hyun? ”

“Yes.”

Then the refreshments were placed on the table. Sapiella, who was looking at me, gestured and bit the maids outside.

“Su-hyun is building a ball, not only for Confucius Hamel, but also for the Adeline family's big and small business. Why don't you meet her and say something encouraging? ”

“…… I think this is going to be an inconvenience. ”

“If you're worried about me, that's fine. I think we should show gratitude. Oh, excuse me. I think I overstepped my boundaries. Forgive me.”

“No, you're right. He's doing a big job for our territory, and I think I'm being too emotional. ”

Sapiella looked up at me as if she had decided to.

“I'll see you when the secret's over. Let's talk about that then. Will you make room for him? ”

“I will.”

I bow my head.

“And since we don't have much tomorrow, why don't we study together for a long time. ”

“Good.”

“It's late at night. Farewell. Have a safe night. ”