After a little talk with Her Majesty the Queen, I left the Royal Palace without making any promises.
As soon as I got home, I told my father about His Majesty the Queen... and he said so.
"I've been talking to you about that."
"You want me to get a title?
"It's not at all possible, is it?
Certainly, that's possible... I just remembered having a conversation like that.
… Remilia Carol Vaza, Count of Canaan.
Yeah... it sounds heavy.
"Count Canaan Jigmund is old. There is no successor. Officially, yeah. The title and territory will be empty. But Canaan is the point, and I don't want to let a rare human succeed me... nor Beatrice."
Father knocked Tongton on the desk.
It's my father's fault when I think about something.
There is no successor to Jigmund. I wonder who would take over from Vaza. Of the four Vaza sisters, the son of the next sister.... Or me.
"Not if Vincent Yunker abandoned his stepfather and adopted Jigmund. Yunker won't forgive me, and well... he won't want it either."
"I think so."
It is somehow clear how proud Vincent is of his father.
"When I succeed the count... Isn't it common for a woman to inherit a title in Cardina in the first place?
"Before Beatrice succeeded to the throne, the law was actually amended."
--If there is no boy to succeed to the throne, if the king admits it, a relative woman will succeed to the throne...
It seems that few examples have been applied and I have never heard of them.
"When I become Count, it will be difficult for Vaza and the people of the old royal family to plead guilty to Francesca."
Yeah?
"Isn't it impossible for women to hold public office?"
"That's right. Beatrice may want to use you as a windscreen. Are you angry?
"No way! I didn't expect Her Majesty Beatrice to tell me that without a plan...."
Whatever Beatrice has in mind, I have a lot of advantages.
If the Duke of Vaza were to be destroyed, the chances of survival would increase with the throne.
Besides, it's not someone's accessory in Cardina, it's not a chance for a woman to get a place.
I... want it. I'm in my position.
But Canaan is a difficult land, and I can see it's going to be a lot of trouble. Besides, I wonder if I have any talent for territorial management...
It's just awkward.
I remembered the face of the distressed old Count.
What does Jigmund think?
"Father... I'm thinking of going to visit Jigmund... The other day, I heard you were feeling a little sick."
"I hope so.... you can take whatever he likes."
Something that makes Jigmund happy, huh?
Then I can only think of one thing.
I decided to go back to my room and write to him.
Just... you said you wanted to talk to me, Vincent.
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On a sunny day, Vincent Yunker appeared in his hat wearing a black jacket over a white dazzling shirt.
I'm feeling a little weird because I'm kind of more gentlemanly.
I found my maids standing in a little color.
"Thank you for inviting me, Mr. Remilia."
"I'm sorry I called you, Yunker-san... and Henrik"
From behind Vincent, Henrik succeeded Count Judal.
Henrik, who was visiting the Vaza Mansion yesterday as usual, heard from Stannis that Vincent and I were going to the King's Mansion in Jigmund... and decided to accompany him.
"You didn't think the Count was with you, did you?
Vincent stretched his shoulders.
"I didn't call you, but you're coming."
"Speaking of idiots, there's no way that an unmarried man and a woman are allowed to go out alone. I'll follow you. Thank me!
I sharpened my mouth to the mighty Henrik.
"We're not alone! I was gonna go with Stannis!
"You idiot. No matter what you think, it's unnatural. It would be more natural for me and Remilia to visit Zigmund and invite Vincent Yunker, a close friend of mine."
When did you get along?
Although I have half-eyed, Vincent is smiling bitterly.
"Thank you," he laughed.
"I wanted to ask you how the Count was feeling, but I wasn't alone... so I thought you and Remilia would be the best.
Say goodbye to the idiot, Yunker.
"Haha, I'm sorry. Valevski. Honestly, thank you. Unfortunately, Saure-san can't be with you."
"I'm sorry about Stannis. Even a cold....."
Demon cholera, blue sky thunderbolt.
If I remember correctly, I've never seen Stannis in bed.
Stannis has been in bed since yesterday because he said he was feeling sick. I have to make you something nourishing.
"You don't need a reason to visit my grandfather. If you have a common hobby and you're begging to be taught, set it up."
"Common hobbies? What kind?"
"Antique collection? Jigmund is a good collector, and you're a good collector."
"... I'm sorry, I'm not young."
The carriage was quite lively thanks to the two of us. Yeah, but yeah.
I like jigmunts. Vincent's pocket watch was also a pretty elaborate gem.
The old Count was happier than he had expected to go to visit Jigmund.
We also saw a moment when Vincent might be destined, but it was somehow a sneaky and fun moment when a difficult old man couldn't bear to smile.
... I wish I could turn in the right direction. Everything.
"This is unusual. The Oriental Sword."
"The main purpose of that sword is not to stab it, but to cut it. It's not the same shape as Caldina's."
It's like a mirror.
Enjoying the tea gently, Vincent and Henrik share a look at Jigmund's collection. Aren't you really close? When did that happen?
I sneaked up on Jigmund and asked him about Canaan. The old Count thought that his father had asked him if he wanted to come inside.
"I'm delighted, but Canaan is a little special. I'm sure Remilia will struggle... but if she succeeds to the throne, she won't be in King's Landing forever.... you may represent yourself in King's Landing..."
"I'm concerned about my immaturity. You mean?"
"If you'll excuse me, yes... rather than saying that Remilia is immature, you shouldn't have received such an education."
Zigmund laughed bitterly as he nodded.
"Forgive my disrespectful comments. I think Remilia is good at connecting people. But Canaan is a harsh land. I think it would be better to find a trusted husband to support him... or to rule a land like Merger away from the conflict zone or a commercial city... Canaan is a little bloody... If we could get a lord who is indivisible to the people of the West, like Remilia, we would be lucky for the people of Canaan."
"... I think about it carefully."
"If you're going to be Uncle Canaan, I'll serve you with all my might."
"Thank you."
After I thanked him, I thought of asking him.
"Does Jigmund like collecting all kinds of artifacts?
"That's right. I've been collecting things that the Dragon Clan used to bring to people."
"So, do you even know the origin of heart stones...?
When I put my hand on my chest and asked, Zigmund wrinkled between his eyebrows.
"That's an incredibly valuable shining stone... but I don't really... I have an unfortunate impression."
Is that so?