The wise man returns

“You mean it's not going to be easy. Ha.”

Of course, I didn't intend for the opponent to lose to Abel.

I can almost see the future of Kratan as an emperor.

‘The scariest thing in the past and the future is that the powerless and passionate have power. ’

Balin laughs as he recalls the many realities of becoming emperor.

Words that came out of their mouths when they criticized the nobles.

As soon as Kratan became emperor, they went in like lies and never came out again.

It was the servants of the North Tra Empire and the Demon Prince who controlled the government instead.

The Cadim Empire, which was the greatest country in the world, had to go almost to the botanical state.

“I'd rather let the Demon King win. I'll never let the Northtra get the upper hand." ”

Balin, who was lying on her back, reaches for it.

If the Demon Prince had made an emperor, he would have made his move openly, so I was able to pull him down quickly.

But the vampires of the North Tra Empire have been at war with power for thousands of years.

I was proficient in both diplomacy and war tactics, so I could never hand them over as well.

“Good. Come on. Power.”

When Balin got up from his seat, he approached the window and tasted it.

I forgot that I had no one to protect Evelyn for a moment because I was full of passion.

“Andropos... are you coming? ”

Since we left a long time ago, we should already be in the Imperial family by now.

However, even though Balin has appeared in the seats several times, Andropos has not been very popular.

Did they get ambushed on the way here? ’

If you think about it, Balin shakes her head to the left and to the right.

A hundred sod masters rushed in, but that was impossible.

Unless the Trident himself is from the Demon King's army.

‘That's not gonna happen. ’

Even in the former world, the Trident only appeared after the Demon King was resurrected.

No matter how history was changing, it was hard to think that there was anything to move around at the expense of being discovered.

“Even so, it's strange. Even if I wasn't in the middle, I'm sure I got caught up in something. ”

Balin lets out a sigh after convincing.

After this, the plan to turn Evelyn over to Andropos and investigate was a complete failure.

"We should be investigating your place... but at this rate, I won't be able to do it unless I use a new identity." ’

It was the only way to divide himself into two and simultaneously exist, even if Layan came along.

The Vampirization of Duke Abel, the appearance of the boy by Duke Rudens.

As I had more things to think about, my heart became heavy.

“There's so much to do, and I only have one body. I don't know what to do...”

Valine sighed and watched outside for a moment.

Specifically, it was toward the salaries of the Maid's clothing who was carrying liquor out the window.

“Ah!”

Compared to Leben, Elijah, and Evelyn, these women are far less handsome.

But Valine was shining only at the Maid's Clothes.

“Yes! That's it! ”

Balin grips his fist tightly with a big smile.

Maid uniform, visit to the Holy See, and escort Evelyn.

I thought three keywords would come together and come up with a decent solution.

“This is perfect. That's it."

If Andropos doesn't come, you can use the side that protects Evelyn instead.

Balin, lying in bed, felt a certain amount of anxiety that had been overwhelming until just now.

“Enlightenment comes from the smallest of things, I see. ”

It's been a long time since I felt this lighthearted just because one worry disappeared.

Thanks to this, Balin was able to accommodate Evelyn's attitude in the opposite direction.

* * *

It was only a matter of time before I thought about the details of the plan.

The next morning, Balin sees the idea in his head and nods.

“Evelyn. I have something to tell you. ”

On the way to the stadium, Balin told Evelyn what she needed to know.

“Yes?”

“Actually, ”

The subject was simple.

I have to move to investigate the information.That means I need someone to protect Evelyn in the meantime.

Evelyn, who was listening, nodded and convinced.

“I see what you mean. So do you have a place in mind? ”

“I think we should talk to the Holy See... Have you had any bad experiences there? ”

Balin, who spoke lightly, asked as he fixed his face.

It's because Evelyn's face was slightly shaken as soon as the word "Pope's Church" appeared.

Balin asked again and again.

In response, I was going to investigate the situation with Leven right away.

However, Evelyn shakes her head and replies.

“No, it's okay. I'm not saying it's a problem to go to the Holy See. The paladins gave me as much comfort as they could, and I enjoyed the first round of the game. ”

“I see...”

Balin hears Evelyn's reply and hesitates for a moment.

How to stab the heart as soon as you feel that the conversation is over.

It was one of the grammars I learned while talking to the nobles.

“You seem nervous every time you bring up the word Pope. May I ask why? ”

“Well, that's...”

Immediately, there was a flush on Evelyn's face.

Rather than being ashamed, it seemed like guilt and embarrassment were mixed in half.

“If something happens, I'll try something else. ”

“No! Well, actually. ”

In Balin's announcement, Evelyn was furious and told the truth.

“The Pope treats me really well. Sometimes I feel like I'm filling in for Leven. ”

“Then…? ”

When Valine heard the continued answer, she asked with a slight question.

When I heard the word, I should have welcomed to the Holy Father's Church, but my face couldn't be stiff with just the word.

But as soon as Valine heard the answer, she was able to reassure Evelyn of her actions.

“But I knew... that place was small, so no matter how secure I was, deep down, I wasn't aware of it. Especially since we don't have a strong guardian like Valine. ”

After finishing her speech, Evelyn smiles and turns her gaze forward.

“I'm sorry. I just wanted to be alone. I understand the inconvenience, to some extent. ”

Balin apologized sincerely, not with empty words.

If I'm in a place other than home, I can't help but get nervous.

It was a mistake to assume that the Pope would be uncomfortable with it.

Especially if it's because he's out of town.

“No, I should be sorry. I can't protect myself without Valine. ”

Evelyn shakes her hand and apologizes to you on the other hand.

But Valine still felt no remorse.

I feel like I've been distracted by Evelyn because all I could think about was the magic of the dragons, winning the Emperor's War.

To clear his mind, Balin opened his mouth carefully.

“Err... what about the Holy See? ”

“Yes?”

Valine told Gogall Dolin that she wanted to hear her day at the Holy See.

Perhaps I wanted to find out about Evelyn's life as well as see the state of her conspiracy.

“There's... a walk, a religious event. Mostly I studied a lot. ”

“Study?”

Balin opened his eyes to an unexpected answer.

All I could think about was the doctrine of the Church of Layan if I taught in the Holy Church.

My back became cooler for some reason.

“Studying. What are you talking about? ”

“Ah, the virtues of a monarch, the administrative laws, the effects of various policies, the destruction, the narrative of the nobles, the know-how of a plea bargain. ”

“... Hmm? ”

Balin, who was very nervous, opened his mouth without me knowing what was wrong.

None of the four items were the Pope's specialty.

The moment I thought about whether the Pope was scamming, Evelyn smiled and said.

“Ridiculous, isn't it? I was like that at first. I never thought another nobleman would teach me such a thing. ”

“... Have you met other candidate nobles? ”

At that moment, Balin's tone suddenly cools.

All nobles in the Caesar's War will compete on the Emperor's throne during the battle.

The problem is that the competition remains not only on the pitch, but also on the outside.

Protecting yourself is one of the rules of the Caesar's War.

If another candidate is attempting to assassinate Evelyn in the Pope's office, immediate action is required.

“Who is it?”

To Balin pretending to be an outsider, Evelyn answered without a doubt.

“Earl Minarva. I'm a potential nobleman who signed with Representative Leven. ”

As Minarbara's name came up, the words she heard from Leven last winter passed by.

Even though it was right to say you don't know because you're 45 years old and you have the right to be a righteous gatekeeper.

“I see. But why does he teach Evelyn? Maybe an assassination attempt...”

To Balin, who did not give up on doubts, Evelyn smiled and replied.

“It's not like that. I asked him why, and he said, ”

“How? ”

When Balin asked him about his curiosity, Evelyn told him exactly what she had heard.

“Since we are both candidates for the competition, there is a possibility that we will become both you and I. If I were emperor, I would write this knowledge for my own people. ”

“...... ”

“But the world doesn't know, and maybe you can be emperor. Then I tell you what the politics are for the people. How a stronger country. It is my duty to teach you as a believer of the Empire whether to make the country happier. That's it.”

That's it. After finishing her speech, Evelyn smiles once and walks ahead.

Balin, who was walking behind his back, secretly kicked his tongue a few times.

It was only after Alberto that he realized that there was someone like this somewhere he didn't know.

"Oh, you meet such a big boat in a place you didn't expect. ’

In general, the opponent is in front of you, and if the situation arises, you will try to harm him immediately.

Even though Valine faced the competition, it was the same.

It is a natural outcome because you have failed in life.

However, his answer was different.

After walking slowly, Balin realized what the difference was.

Difference in perspective.

Unlike himself or the majority of people, he saw the other as a partner, not a competitor.

‘Is it true that Leven is a supportive person? I heard that people meet at similar levels. ’

Balin gently raises his mouth and thinks.

"You're a man of great importance. In an era when the Demon Prince and the vampires disappeared and humanity triumphed. ’

In the age of peace, such men will be much more useful than fighters.

Minarva was the one who would shine the light of his time.

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