The Annals of the Flame Kingdom (WN)

Roughly, if we are to distinguish humans with the title 'Monarch' in the East and West worlds in ancient times and now into two categories: 'Good Monarch' and 'Bad Monarch', the fifty-second king of the Kingdom of Flame, Elizabeth Orenfeld Flame, commonly known as' Liz ', is undoubtedly a monarch classified as' Good Monarch '.

In addition to its noble character, which lasts a thousand years since the time of the Flame Empire, it has a serene character that will not be worn on a casket and proudly scattered. Because he knows well that he is young and immature as head of state, his sincere attitude towards the operation of the state, even if he is a person of lower stature than himself, such as Lotte from the civilian population, does not hate to hang his head and beg for teaching if he thinks it is necessary. In particular, Liz was even treated almost idly by the young bureaucrats of Wang Fu, who received such things as bosses who "sprinkle prestige at home and age with a habit of incapacity."

Regardless, it's debatable that Liz's appearance is' charming more than a starring actress in a lousy troupe 'or applauding it. She has a beautiful, rich blonde face. "The day I saw Liz smile, the work of the King's Palace would progress by 20%" is a rumor.

……

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"... uh... all the time..."

but I can't see such a reputational smile right now. If we were to rate every smile as the sun, Liz's sticky smile now would be cloudy, to put it well.

"... well... what about the Kingsguard's opinion?

"... I'm not going to admit such a proposal. I hope you reconsider."

"Oh, haha...... right?

"I'm afraid, Your Majesty"

"Hey, what is it? General Starkle."

"Defense on the part of Westria does not allow prediction. As it stands, sooner or later it will result in a major disaster. Please approve this proposal as soon as possible. It's a matter of state, this is."

"Right. It is true that the protection of the Westerners has never gone beyond thick. That's what General Starkle said, and maybe we need more."

"Fear not, Your Majesty"

"- Yes? Lieutenant Farber? Now what?

"The valuable input of General Starkle, known as' Chirii Eye ', I'm not going to look at it the way I wore it either. I don't even know how to thicken my defense against Westria, a virtual enemy. but why do you have to cut your Kingsguard budget to thicken that Western-side military protection? I'm looking for an explanation on that, I am."

"Mm, no matter, I also understand the opinion of the Kingsguard. I understand, but my country doesn't have as much room left in its finances either. Other utilities, to be honest, are spinning in a single bottle. Inevitably, then, within the framework of the 'military budget', I suppose it would be a common sense decision to squeeze out the cost of the increase? The... don't you think so in Kingsguard?

"No, we are all aware of that, and I am not going to say anything about cutting the cost of maintaining Alex Boulevard to increase the number of people on the West Side either. I know how to communicate in a military purse. I understand that."

If you say so, look out for the long desk lined up by the commander and deputy commander classes of each army to protect the Flame kingdom.

"- That's why there's no reason you have to shred 'Kingsguard'. Wouldn't it be nice if we cut other military budgets?

The temperature of the room rises twice to that statement, which just darkly says, 'There will be about nothing but us'. Originally a gathering of all military people, long minded...... well blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah, Some people have already kicked down a chair and even wrapped their arms around it. I said earlier that Liz's smile was cloudy, but now it's already dusty.

"Let it be, quietly! Everybody, quietly! In front of Her Majesty the Queen!

To the words of the interior secretary of King Flame's Palace, a facilitator, the commanders of each army, unsuccessfully, lower their hips again to the chair. He who shows only a disgruntled face, who pierces the sight of the heights without my involvement, and who drifts it to him who turns his gaze on him as if he could shoot to death. Liz coughs one up and opens her mouth in the air of that one room where various gazes are disturbed.

"- The Internal Affairs Bureau is right. It's my" in front of you, "isn't it?

Everyone in the room exhales and corrects their spine to the caged eyes of the will and the dwelling words of majesty and character, which are never about to cry until earlier.

"… good"

After lookin 'indoors, Liz fixed her gaze on' Kingsguard Knights Representative 'and continued her words. Not the crying look I had just seen.

"I'm not ordering anything to 'cut the budget for the Kingsguard', and if it's an order, you don't have to bother calling everyone. I called it in to get everyone's opinion, didn't I? This is who I am, Queen of the Kingdom of Flame, not an order, to hear my opinions. Anyway, if it's a constructive opinion, I won't allow mischievously disruptive remarks."

- In the face of 'Your Majesty'.

……

"Oh? Can't you hear me back?

"... Yes"

"Good. And the same applies to the representatives of each army. I can't even say things like defending the kingdom of Flame, people who should be its leaders kicking their seats down foolishly with one word. Let's miss this one. But don't forget this place is in front of me."

……

"Any reply?

"" "Ha, yes" "

"Fine. Bye."

That's what I say. I punch my hands in the bread, Liz. Where was the face filled with majesty until earlier, the face of a man platter, twenty-five years old, still young Interior Clerk, blushed as Liz looked over the long desk with an adorable grin. He thinks. "Dear Liz, Seriously Angel," he said.

"Shall we continue? So... can I ask your opinion?

Liz smiles and screams in her heart. Loud, truthful.

"- Lieutenant Ferber?

- He wants to go home.

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Except during wartime and other events in the Kingdom of Flame, regular meetings are held where the commander and deputy commander classes of each army are gathered. Under Her Majesty's convening, this conference, known as the 'Conference before You', is a meeting to report on the state of affairs and budget allocations for each army, as well as to conduct joint exercises and the exchange of personnel within the army.

- Before the building, though. In fact, the main thing is the night club after the meeting.

Whatever you are working for Flame Royal Castle, any army fighting on the front lines is next to death at any time. If you are in the Commander/Deputy Commander class, you are saving the life of the entire army, not just yourself. This is an out-of-the-box stressful thing, and a conference with a strong aspect of 'breathing' in times of peace. I dare not confine myself to the 'Commander' because of the consideration that the Deputy Commander class can also breathe. The most important factor in a good job is a policy based on the idea of emperor Alex to take a good breath. I'm not even going to mention whether Emperor Alex had a skipping habit. Incidentally, after this meeting, gifts and booze are to be distributed by the Kingdom of Flame to all General of the Flame Army. In other words, it's like a bonus.

In short, such a big deal cannot be decided at this meeting. The military budget itself is predetermined at the beginning of the year, and even the status report is brought to Flame Royal Castle by the messenger on the first of the month. It is only the exchange of representatives of each army that leaves the realm until the night club, the truth is.

That is why Lotte is not taking part in this meeting. Lotte only has one body, even though she has a mountain of work to do. Lotte doesn't have to come out if it's a low-priority meeting.

"… I want to go home,"

Liz utters the word Mogomogo in her mouth so that no one will ask. It wasn't such a hassle, Liz said, moaning all over her chest, remembering her conversation with Lotte this morning.

'Is that it? Lotte, aren't you attending today's meeting?

'It's like a mountain to do. Besides, it's a meeting with condolences. Old bones like me go out of their way to be anyone's' condolence '. If younger and more conspicuous men like His Majesty are present, raise the morale of each leader. "

……

"Was it disrespectful?

'I'm not disrespectful. No... Well, can you tell me one more time? Especially around the second half.'

Beautiful, isn't it?

"... one more time"

"... Beautiful"

"Also, one more time!

'... that's a pain in the ass'

"Huh? Huh? What, what?

"A flattering young maiden like His Majesty should attend," I said. Morale, too. '

"Wow, do you feel morale about as much as I did? Here's the thing, 'Your Majesty, it's cute! Can you think of something like that? Don't they think" Shadows are still thin today, Your Majesty "or" I knew you were a poor minister "? Don't you think," I'm sorry we're all sisters "or something like that!?

'... pitiful'

"To?"

'Your Majesty. Your Majesty, please be a little more aware and confident in your own appearance. It's okay. Your Majesty is beautiful. O, the most beautiful girl monarch of Orkena!

"Bi, I can't believe you're a beautiful girl... uh, hehe... so, but do you really think so? Lotte, aren't you reluctant because I'm the queen? Well, I'm not glad you're paying attention, am I?

'What do you say? This Lotte, you've never sat down before, have you? I'll sit down for real.'

'Oh, really! That's right! You don't hesitate to take me anytime!... is that it? Isn't something wrong?

- Oh, my God, there was a Mr. Chorosabate conversation... well, I was generally in a good mood until I joined. "Smile! It's a smile, Liz! 'What an encouragement to myself. At least not until you open the conference room door.

"... Huh, Lord Ferber?

"I worship His Majesty's honorable face, and I will sit with the utmost pleasure."

"Uh... or Captain Carl?

"My back hurts today, so I'm here on my behalf."

'........................... Huh? Are you in on this?

"Did I tell His Excellency the Chancellor that?

Did Lotte know Ferber was coming?

"I've reported directly to you."

"Hey, I didn't ask! I didn't ask you that!

'... is that right? But, Your Majesty? I am also assuming that I am ordered to assume the position of Deputy Commander of the Kingsguard. I know if I'm qualified to serve in your meeting... but would you like to sit down if it's inconvenient?

"To? Huh, inconvenience?

"It's not very convenient for me to participate," he said?

"Oh, no, that's not true!? Nice to meet you today, Ferber!

Ferber, the deputy head of the delegation, naturally qualifies for the meeting. Yes, well, after what happened. Ferber has had a lot of "patience," and it's hard to say that the solution is going well, and he said, "Me, the queen, right? Do you have any complaints? 'And so much so that Liz could reopen it, even though the skin on her face was thick - well, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah.

"I don't understand the need to cut the budget for the Kingsguard. If you say it's unnecessary, it's the same for the Lyme or the Larchian?

Ferber's words sounded indoors, quiet but not allowed to say whether or not to block Liz's recollection like that. As if the targeted Lyme commander had forgotten Liz's attention earlier, he turned bright red in the face and kicked his seat.

"What! We don't need the Lyme army!

"I'm not even saying it's unnecessary, but the Lyme City National Alliance is poor in the war ahead. There can't be a war in our country right now, can there? You can't even read the world situation, my lord?

"Oh, that's..."

A glimpse of the Lyme side military commander stuck in words, Ferber turned his gaze to the Larchian side deputy commander.

"He said he made it the kingdom of Larchia. In the first place, the Kingdom of Larchia is a homogeneous country with my Kingdom of Flame and is the largest friend. Haven't you been at war with the Kingdom of Larchia since its founding? Is there a difference in my historical perception?

"Until now. But maybe not from now on?

"Ruri. But in order to have a better relationship with the Kingdom of Larchia in the future, can we also look at the downsizing of the army on the other hand? Isn't it unnecessarily misleading in the 'multiplicity' of armaments today?

"... I see. Sir Ferber said he could wait for a hug with his hands wide open without a weapon?

"You can't even shake hands with a weapon in your back, can you?

The indoor air gradually becomes heavy and bitter. Where did the majesty go earlier, Liz, already in tears.

"In the first place, Sir Ferber? Isn't that what applies to the Kingsguard? Haven't you heard of Kingsguard's 'war' since history?

"You're right. My Kingsguard is an army that has never experienced foreign warfare in its history."

"See? Shouldn't Kingsguard be the one to cut the budget, then?

"Different prerequisites. Your army will be the Sword, but our Kingsguard is the Shield. I wonder what the rationale is that a shield is unnecessary because it has never been cut? Then you don't need a sword you've never slashed before, do you? They don't serve as swords."

"... well. Is that what you're saying in the dark, 'Lost Sword'? Besides, wasn't Kingsguard" Make it Your Majesty's Sword, Shield "? From that point of view, isn't Kingsguard the 'loose end'?

"It's a matter of philosophy, it is. Kingsguard will be slaughtered if he can be slaughtered, but he won't do anything to kill himself."

"It would be nice to be able to slaughtered cleverly when they come here, wouldn't it?

"... let me tell you, our Kingsguard 'fighting' is nothing but unhappiness for the Kingdom of Flame, is it? You were attacked as far as the king's capital, Larchia, and you were forced to swear under the castle.

Talking that far, Ferber cut his gaze off from the Larchian military commander and pointed that gaze at Starkle.

"... in the first place, we Kingsguards should be providing personnel to the West Side military first? You're giving away half the Kingsguard personnel, aren't you? Still telling us to cut ourselves off? Despite all the other intact armies? Don't you think that's a funny story, General Starkle?

He gets such a Ferber gaze, and General Starkle waves his hand to the left and right to show it like he made a heartfelt fool of himself.

"Hmm! I'll give it back to you at any time, like the Kingsguard personnel." Toy soldier, "that won't do anything!

"... well. Would you like to borrow personnel from us and say that? You can't drink that spit, can you?

"Have you spit and come, Ferber? How can you say such a great thing, for better or for better, if you don't have any experience in real life? This is why I don't want to be close to him... I don't like 'nobles'!

"Say it again. You can't drink spit, General Starkle."

"In the first place, huh? Those guys you guys dropped by, what the hell is that? You don't realize you're on the front lines with Westria? Do it. The training is tight, do it. The rice is unsavory, do it. The bed is stiff, and at the end of the day, you say, 'Aren't you going to have a night club? That's it? Asshole! What a night club, what a night club! Is it the preference of the nobleman Sama to have a dance party on the front lines? Oh?"

At the same time as your voice, Starkle gives you momentum to bang your desk and show it. Ferber follows along with a slight shade of expression as conference participants frown on that story too much, to say the least.

"... only those who are putting out in the 'outposting' treatment from the Kingsguard, whose salary is paid from the budget of the Kingsguard. Once in combat, we will transfer command to the military, but we have confirmed that we have the right to claim the same treatment as we did when we were in the Kingsguard during normal times."

Very painful follow up. Of course, Starkle can't stop with words like that.

"You think excuses make sense! Give up a hundred steps. Even so, there would be a limit to what I would have done! I need you to follow our rules somewhat more than just come over here! It's about morale!

"Still, that's the kind of promise we're initially putting personnel out there with. Kingsguard's dignity as a nobleman is not trampled upon. We're not slaves."

"Wow! Have you come with a slave! What, we Westerners are slaves?

"Don't grab the word butt and bite me one by one. I don't mean to say that the Westerners are slaves, etc. What I'm saying is that the Kingsguard and the military on each side should be on the same footing. Neither above nor below. Regardless, whatever it is, don't bring servitude to the Kingsguard, that's all I'm saying!

"Equivalent? Ha! You know what the Kingsguards say? He said," Can you fight with civilians? "

"... we don't think so."

"Ha! What do you say?

Hmm, snorts and arms - then Starkle finally hoists the edge of his mouth to show it as if he remembered something.

"... oh, yeah. Ferber, how's Miss Iris?

"... what do you mean, Starkle?

"No? Thanks, I heard rumors, didn't I? I thought you ran off with Iris at your place.

"... what's wrong with that? What are you trying to say, you?

"Hmm? I don't know, what do you want to say? It's just that the pride of your young breeders, the pride of your nobility, can't it? I wonder if it's the pride of your nobility to rush off with the civilian 'flair'? I don't want to fight with you, but I'm an ant living in love with you. This is a very fine 'dignity' again, isn't it?

Totally, ridicule rises from everywhere in the room at the words of the foolish Starkle. With that mockery all around him, Ferber quietly opened his mouth.

I told you, you can't drink spit, Starkle.

"... oh? What, those eyes? You want to do it with me? The vice president of" Toys "has a flair?

"Don't talk. Don't bark. Don't bark. Don't even breathe. It's unpleasant."

"Is that unpleasant? If you're uncomfortable, why don't you tell me, Holla? Noble Sama specializes in 'Civilian flair!' Holy shit!"

"- Get on the table, Starkle. 'Civilian' won't let you slap me lightly!

"Superior! You're the one..."

- Be quiet.

Gatan, and two people who make noises and take their seats and create instant air for a moment. It was Liz's voice that broke into those two. The two who were heating up, but notice their own lapse in Liz's short words, or show them in silence. Seeing him like that, Liz slowly opened her mouth.

"... both I and Prime Minister Lotte know that the Kingsguard and the Westerners are not close. However, they are samurai who guard our kingdom of Flame as well, whether it be a Kingsguard or a Western-side army. What happens when you make a mistake?"

……

"Certainly, there will be aspects where the Kingsguard is a little inferior in terms of proficiency, for those who have no actual experience compared to the Western-side military with a lot of actual experience. But, General Starkle? I realize that if you have the arms of a brave warrior of your own, called Chiriko, who is excellent at grasping the situation, it will necessarily also raise the strength of the Kingsguard Knights? Is your job about complaining? Or do you want to train soldiers?

"… I will sit on the latter"

"I don't want you to spear and 'just', and I believe that if you are, you can always solve this difficult problem? Do you want to save my eyes?

"... I will sit in your unwell words. Sincerely, I will serve you in your presence."

"Good. And... Deputy Farber"

"Yes."

"Indeed, when I dispatched the Kingsguard Knights to the Western-side army, I have given them the discretion to recognize similar treatment during the Kingsguard Knights. But that doesn't mean you can flip around and do anything."

"... I will sit as Your Majesty says"

"It was my perception that the Kingsguard now is an elite line forged by Captain Karl, who has military service experience in the West Side of the Army... as far as General Starkle is concerned, doesn't that seem to be the case? Was my eye a pit? Or is Kingsguard a 'toy soldier', as everyone tells you?

"I'm so sorry about that. After investigating the factual relationship, we will take appropriate action."

"Fine. Make sure you do."

Say that, take a breath. Liz pointed a sharp glance at General Starkle.

"- And, Starkle? What was the intent of what I said to Ferber earlier?

That's it for the turn to teach.

"… intent, even if alleged"

Now, the turn to attack.

"Do we need to talk about Iris' relationship with Niza of the Roat Chamber of Commerce on the table at this previous meeting? Indeed, this previous meeting also has a ceremonial dimension. It is a conference format that has lasted a thousand years since the Alex Emperor, and I do not intend to differ either. But don't worry about the least bit of courtesy. Stop bringing up carefree stories lightly. Any objections?

"... None"

"So why?

"... Oh my God, I'm sorry"

"Not an apology, but a reason"

……

"Can't you even respond? Okay, Ferber."

"... Yes"

"'Civilian flair' will make you incapable of tapping lightly! 'What the hell does that mean?

……

"General Starkle is in command of the Westerners with my life. That means General Starkle is in charge of the Westerners on my behalf. Do you understand?

"... Yes"

"If we're talking about your two personal seats, I'm not going to say it anyway, nor am I entitled to it. But General Starkle's position on the table at your previous meeting is' Commander of the West Side Army '. Working disrespectfully on my behalf, General Starkle, was just as disrespectful as flipping a flag against me as it was. Ferber, are you willing to rebel against me?

"I won't even sit down to destroy you!

"So why? Why do you get words and deeds like that?

"... it's..."

"Fine. If you can't answer immediately, fine."

That's what Liz says. She glances indoors.

"... so is everyone. This meeting in front of you is not itself aimed at a very elbow meeting. I am also aware that this is a small but thankful meeting for everyone who daily dusts the kingdom and protects it. But no matter what you do, no matter what you say. Have a moderate meeting. Do you understand?

……

"Reply"

"" "Yes, yes!

"Good."

That said Liz takes a seat. A sort of voice was raised as the internal affairs clerk of the facilitator, who was staring bluntly at Liz, who even showed her divinity.

"Heh, Your Majesty! Duh, which way!

"You won't be able to hold meetings in this state. I'll give you time, so chill your head. The meeting will resume in five days."

Point your gaze at Ferber and Starkle again.

"- In five days, it will also determine the punishment for the 'sin' that disputed the meeting in prison"

"Then, punishment? Punishment is…"

"Punishment is punishment, isn't it?

"Oh, I'm afraid!

"What is it?

"Well... Sir Ferber and General Starkle will both be seated as they make a great contribution to the nation! Pardon me, if I may."

One sigh of sigh to the purported housekeeper.

"It's not like you're allowed to do anything if you contribute to the state. Ferber, Starkle, any objections?

"... None"

"I'll sit with you, too."

"Fine. Here's what they're saying. reward for merit, and punish for sin."

Liz turns her back and walks toward the door - stopping that foot in front of the door.

I'll see you in five days.

Looking back gracefully, Liz gave that smile, called 'The Work of the King's Palace Progresses to 20% Increase'.