Wortenia Senki (WN)

Silence dominates the hall after Ryo True's voice is scattered in the void.

Everyone shut their mouths.

Every face remains calm on the surface.

But what about the inside of it?

Are you thinking about the thread of counterattack during an ambush that flew from an unexpected place?

And the more silence is eliminated, the more it is broken by the aristocrats who are present on this occasion.

"Stupid...... what are you talking about"

"It would be a madness of great ripples"

"Well, well, gentlemen. I don't remember myself either... you should ask your lord Shiba for an explanation of what the hell they call evidence."

"Anyway, I'd like to show you what's written on that paper first. Unless you're asking the truth..."

Words released one after the other were stained with the colors of denial and confusion for the majority of them.

Do you seriously think you don't remember, or are you acting like that again?

On the ravens and on the corners, they sometimes frankly insist on the innocence of their intentions, and sometimes try to peek into the euphemism at how to come out of Ryo True.

I just said the monsters who nest in the aristocratic society of the bouldering Kingdom of Roselia.

Liang Zhen's words should have been unexpected, but he would not claim his legitimacy so loud as to be unnatural without showing a wolf.

He can't even hope for an easy development like the evil man who gets stuck with evidence and upside down, which is often seen in the setting of the epoch.

(Most of all, some of them just said they were second-rate as actors...)

On the surface, calm is well maintained.

However, Ryo's true eyes were discerning that some faces were tense and convulsive.

It would be a sign that you haven't completely contained the upset in your heart in Ise City.

(Well, you can say it doesn't matter because it won't be evidence for the trial...)

The problem is the people who showed complete self-restraint in their upset about Ryo Tru's words.

A politician is a profession that needs to distinguish between lies and authenticity, but that seems to be the same thing in different worlds.

A powerful politician, in a sense, requires more acting skills than a superior actor.

Naturally, you will need to have complete control of your mind to do so.

In the meantime, the Marquis of Halcyon, who kept the most calm, makes a quick move.

"Your Majesty, I'm afraid not to me either..."

With that said, the Marquis of Halcyon turned his face to Queen Lupis and quickly ran his eyes to the paper that Queen Lupis would have in her hands.

And the Marquis of Halcyon makes his nose ring and mocks and shows it.

The story would change if it were a document or something that was also used under the seal of the Marquis Halcyon family, because from what I've seen, it's really just a substitute for having numbers and names on paper.

The truth is that the Marquis of Halcyon also panicked when he heard Ryo True's words, although he was apparently calm.

However, now that we understand that it is a concern, there are no more matters of concern.

I guess that's why.

The Marquis of Halcyon takes a deep sigh to calm his deliberate heart and to absolve the adulterer who showed his final evil ascension.

And I slowly opened my mouth.

"Sire, do not be deceived. That man is just giving us an evil lift to fall for us. If you think calmly, Your Majesty will understand."

In order to remove the seeds of suspicion that disturb Queen Lupis' heart, the Marquis of Halcyon spins his words in a more rational manner.

In these cases, I understand from years of experience that it can be counterproductive to make objections that provoke emotions poorly.

"The man said this as evidence and gave it to His Majesty, but from what I've seen, it's just a substitute for stating a line of numbers. On top of that, this paper kire has no signature or seal. What the hell kind of evidence is this? What do you think, Your Majesty?"

With that said, the Marquis Halcyon asked in case.

"That may be so...... but......"

Queen Lupis lost the word to return.

As a matter of fact, all that's written on this paper is just a line of names and numbers.

If it is also unclear by whose hand it was written, it is not significantly different from the running writing written on the back of the scrap paper around it.

That's what makes no difference from child graffiti.

It would be too weak to call it evidence.

But still, Queen Lupis feels caught in one respect that Liang Zhen put out in this place of interrogation.

It would be natural given that it was Ryo Ozai who submitted this paper.

At least, as far as Queen Lupis knows, a man named Ryo Michizawa basically hates futility.

Because there is no way he can give evidence of such a thing as a smile.

And even if Ryo True, such objections of the Marquis Halcyon and the boiling doubts behind Queen Lupis' heart were woven.

"People don't listen well to fall into it. Well, I admit you're pretty weak in the sense of proof."

With that said, Ryo Jin laughs softly.

And slowly opens his mouth towards the puzzling Queen Lupis.

"That paper itself has no great significance. But the numbers on the paper make sense."

"What do you mean?

"The figures concern the corruption of the nobles and, as a result of a confrontation between the material gathered by one man who was trying to rebuild his country and the material provided by the Countess of Salzberg, a copy of the number of gold coins that the Count of Salzberg had given to each house each year as a bribe"

I don't know what Liang True Word means and Queen Lupis tilts her neck.

Of course, Ryo really understood what I was trying to say.

The question is, why did you bother putting out such a piece of paper...

"So why are you doing all this without submitting the original material?

That is a natural question.

Original and copy.

If asked which one is more capable of proof, then, naturally, the armament rises to the original.

Of course, if copying means taking a photograph with a camera or taking a color copy, as in modern society, even copying is perfect as a proof capability, but in this earth world, we cannot hope for it.

Inevitably, even when it comes to copying, it is a transcript in the hands of a literal person.

Given the possibility of tampering or miswriting, it is more impossible to use it as evidence.

If we think about it all together, if Liang Zhen has secured the original, there is no reason not to submit it as evidence.

No, on the contrary, I can even say it's a loss for what damages my impression better to produce naive evidence.

But that is only true if a decision is reached that you will have a fair trial.

"That's natural, isn't it?

With that said, Ryo Jin shows her shoulders flaunted with a grin like a little fool.

And he turned his sharp gaze to the nobles around him.

The scariest and poorest quality of people who commit crimes are those in the mask of justice.

In modern society, would it be a person in law enforcement or the agencies attached to it, such as police officers, prosecutors, or judges?

Or is it like buying a referee at a sports game and making him decide in his favor?

Either way, everything in this world makes no sense unless it guarantees fairness.

(Well, I know there's no such thing as a truly just and fair society... Including me... because that's what people say)

In football and boxing matches, for example for sports, hometown decision-making in favor of players from the host country and so on can be said to be the ultimate.

But it's a subtle thing to say if that's generally evil.

Because people are creatures that gain a sense of security and solidarity by belonging to something.

It can also be said that that is why living in human society is a fight against injustice.

The question is, what do we do before unfair reality?

The only way is to curse and lose because it's unfair, or to use all means to win in order not to lose unfairly.

(So after that, just which is stronger: my justice or the justice of the people...)

What I'm going with the Marquis Halcyon right now is a verbal struggle.

Just don't wave the sword, it's essentially the same as a battle.

It is better to subjugate the opponent to win.

And in a war with words, it is very effective to denigrate the justice of the other.

Yes, exposing corruption such as bribery and tax evasion is particularly...

"I do not believe in the justice or neutrality of the House of Lords. Even though it was somehow a forsaken enchantment, since the Waltenian Peninsula was the direct jurisdiction of the Royal Roselianus, the House of Lords have missed out on the injustice of Count Salzbelle, who had fattened his private belly by smuggling rock salt produced within the peninsula, at a price...... Even if they tell me to bring important evidence to this evil nest to prove the injustice those people have committed for years...... hey?

That's the biggest bomb Liang Zhen has ever kept warm.

The moment I heard the words, the complexion of the Marquises of Halcyon, who watched what was happening in a relaxed manner, changed.

(On the other hand, you didn't think I was doing that much research... well, it doesn't translate to just bribing boulders)

In developed countries, including modern Japan, it is illegal to give or accept bribes.

But it was also true that even on Earth, in Africa, South America, and elsewhere, there are still everyday tea areas, such as passing under the sleeve.

This is true of modern Earth.

Needless to say, a far less civilized earth world.

Indeed, some nobles, starting with the Marquis of Halcyon, will have the realization that it is not a praised act.

But if they shield years of practice, it's not like they're going to bully you that much.

But the story changes as if, as a price for bribery, Count Salzberg has acquiesced in the embezzlement of rock salt mines that he has carried out for years.

In any case, this national law of the Kingdom of Roselia stipulates that all the resources to be calculated from the Crown's possession belong to the Crown, and if that law is committed, it can also be a capital offence of disrespect to the Crown.

Specifically, in the royally-owned forests dotted within the kingdom, hunting is mostly prohibited for civilians to even pick up firewood for their daily lives.

If this is also rock salt, even if it is a prestigious aristocracy since the founding of the country, the Lord is a mortal sin, and it is visible that the family name will be severed.

(The question is if this woman understands my story... well, the reaction as expected...)

Ryo Jin gently turned his gaze towards Queen Lupis.

It must have been watery information on the sleeping ear.

I can see how Liang Zhen's words should be judged, and it seems to me that he is in the wrong hands.

"Again, it seems His Majesty Lupis did not know the story of the rock salt mine on the Waltenia Peninsula to see from the color of its face. Really... I didn't know there was such a massive embezzlement and no one to inform His Majesty about it."

Ryo Jin heard from Lady Yulia that this rock salt mine had allowed the Salzberg Count family to earn nearly 10,000 gold coins a year.

When Liangzhen took possession of the Waltenia Peninsula, even though the amount taken from Queen Lupis in the name of development funds was five thousand pieces of gold, it can be said that it was a considerable amount.

Not to mention that 10,000 pieces of gold are only in the interest of the Salzberg Count family.

The market size would multiply, given the final end price, as the counterparty's chamber of commerce is also sandwiched between several.

Besides, it's a big deal because the mineral veins still don't show decay.

If Queen Lupis had known about the existence of this mineral vein, he would have tried to make it royal management no matter what he did.

Because it is honest that there is not enough money in charge of the reign of the Kingdom of Roselia.

"So you argued with the Earl of Salzberg?

"Yep... well, there are many other reasons... I just think my claim that I can't believe the House of Lords that was receiving money from such a Earl of Salzberg is extremely natural, but what about Your Majesty?

That's for Queen Lupis, who wants to get rid of Ryo Mitsuzai on this occasion, but Queen Lupis could only snort at the words.

"Well... if Baron Shiba is right..."

"Thank you"

Ryo Jin breaks his hips deeply towards Queen Lupis.

In response to such a bright truth, Queen Lupis gives a small nod with a look like she chewed Mr. Jenjo up.

To that attitude of Queen Lupis, Mertina, who was changing beside her, turned her worrying gaze.

(Still don't bother......)

Even from Ryo Tru's eyes, Queen Lupis was being hunted down.

Normally, Ryo Tru's words would be extremely natural and natural.

Queen Lupis understands that.

And if you had a genuine sense of politics, you would have ordered around Mertina to thoroughly repudiate corruption on the side of the House of Lords after cutting off the interrogation of Liang Zhen on this occasion.

At least, after temporarily suspending the interrogation, Ryo Jin was allowed to file evidence that he would have it.

But Queen Lupis is again keeping her mouth shut and silent.

There are two minds swirling in that heart.

One is negative feelings such as hatred and anger towards a man named Ryo Misaki.

And the other is justice as a king.

But such a grid of Queen Lupis abruptly comes to an end.

"Let the farce be done by then"

That being said, the Marquis Halcyon rang his fingers as he rose from his chair.

With that signal, the rear door opened vigorously, and a group of knights dressed in armor came into the room avalanche with their swords of extraction in their hands.

How many or ten of them are there?

They surround Ryo Trun silently.

Seeing from the signs of release from that body, it seems that with the Marquis Halcyon's orders, he intends to kill Ryo Trun on this occasion.

That's also quite a sperm from what I'm talking about.

Even compared to the guards standing on the wall in this room, it would be a handful of steps up.

But Ryo Jin smiles joyfully as he looks around at such a noisy uninvited guest.

"What's this again? Looks like a knight protecting the House of Lords, to see from its armor crest?

There is no fear in that voice.

It's just an attitude that confirms the facts as facts.

With such a bright and true attitude sidelined, the Marquis of Halcyon smashed his tongue.

Given that this is the official venue for the King's seat, it's a very rude attitude.

But I guess I got frustrated with Ryo's true attitude that didn't break my margins.

He's not even willing to answer Liang Trun's question.

Towards such a Marquis of Halcyon, Queen Lupis could not hide the colour of her confusion.

"Marquis Halcyon...... what the hell is this?

Trembling voice.

A voice full of fright and confusion.

But against Queen Lupis like that, the Marquis of Halcyon shows a gentle twitch.

"No, I thought no more interrogation on the boulder would be pointless. I just kept going, and that guy will keep insisting on his legitimacy... right? But I'm not even free enough to be involved in this matter until hours. I really want to reach a conclusion by the end of the day."

"But... it's worth a look at the documentation of the evidence..."

"So, do you believe that man's claims and start all over again? Of course, Your Majesty is the king of this country. I would not deny it if I were commanded to do so under the royal authority..."

With that said, the Marquis Halcyon had a dark grin.

It is the work and darkness of man who has been sitting on the throne of power for many years.

Already, they don't even intend to get a minimum physical appearance.

The tone is the one that gave me my share as a minister, but the intent is obvious.

You must have understood what the Marquis Halcyon was trying to say.

Queen Lupis bites her lips with regret.

Meltina, standing beside her against Queen Lupis like that, rushes quickly.

And gave in to the side of Queen Lupis so that she could not hear her surroundings.

"Your Majesty, I thought we should follow the Marquis of Halcyon here..."

"But..."

"No, we should definitely get rid of that guy here. It is true that an investigation will be necessary with regard to the embezzlement of the Earl of Salzberg family, but that is it. At least it's not worth pursuing until we turn the Marquises of Halcyon into enemies on this occasion."

From the point of view of good and evil, of course, I also understand that Mertina should find out the truth.

But if you do that, you're sure to turn the House of Lords against the enemy.

In some cases, it will also affect the entire aristocracy.

Until that risk is taken, there is no need to stop this interrogation.

(More than that, this place should stop that man from breathing)

Meltina has made a small sacrifice for this measure.

And that's the same for Queen Lupis.

That and this is to protect my country from a man named Ryo Shiba.

You can't go wrong with that last stuffing.

I guess that conveyed Meltina's thoughts.

Queen Lupis nodded small to avoid Mertina's gaze.

As if to turn away from your own conscience.