Part 2 Episode 35
inspector general
When Elric turned around, Chens, who was waiting outside, came into the restaurant, showing courtesy.
“This is Chen Shi, who was the deputy director of the 6th Department of the Inspector General. “It is an honor to meet you, matriarch.”
“Nice to meet you.”
Guy only nodded slightly, but no one here thought that was rude.
Guy asked Elric without even looking at Chens, who was looking at him with a nervous expression.
“How on earth did they bring in the Deputy Director of the Inspector General?”
“I just happened to see it.”
Guy chuckled at Elric’s words.
Guy turned his head again and asked Chens.
“Tell me what you know.”
“Before that, I would like to ask you something.”
The idea was to make a deal.
An unexpected action that was not agreed upon at all with Elric.
However, Chens showed his will to somehow carry out his will even under the silent pressure from Guy.
“If you have served as Deputy Director of the Inspector General, you will know better than anyone the power of testimony. You want protection from the imperial family, a new identity, and gold that you can enjoy for the rest of your life, right? If possible, you will also want to seek asylum in the Kingdom Union.”
“Yeah, that’s right…” .”
Chens looked like he was possessed by a ghost, feeling like his mind was being read.
But Guy just nodded as if it was completely natural.
“If your price is worth that much, I will give it to you without any hesitation.”
It was an affirmation made by the head of Neresta and the head of the Magic Tower.
Only then did Chen’s face become brighter.
.
.
“… That’s how they attacked Holidayran, and even the assassins from Ghost Castle were mobilized. And the ghost castle has been around for a long time.”
Chens took a deep breath and continued speaking in a low voice.
“Inspection Bureau 1 and Concubine Diana… These are the monsters that Lilith and I worked together to create.”
Until Chens finished speaking. Guy was quietly tapping his fingers on his desk.
Then, the moment the explanation was over, Guy slowly opened his mouth.
“The cause is clear.”
If the truth was true, helping Elric was no problem at all.
Because it wasn’t like he was doing anything against the imperial family.
Rather, it was for the imperial family.
Cutting out the rotten parts of the imperial family and eradicating the demons that lurk like c*ckroaches.
Of course, in the process, Neresta and Magic Tower will be able to enjoy a more stable status.
The confrontation with Sajagongga, which has been going on tirelessly for the past 30 years, can also be won here.
“But that doesn’t mean we can help unconditionally. “What are the benefits of us helping you?”
Elric smiled at Guy’s question.
It was because I was already expecting these questions to be asked.
Naturally, the answer was already prepared.
It may be considered nonsense to some, but it is an unprecedented advantage that can be effective for the man in front of him.
“How about the position of the Golden Lion?”
That moment.
Tuk… !
Guy’s fingers stopped tapping on the desk.
“Golden Lion… la.”
Gai’s eyes quietly glowed as he muttered softly.
Looking at that, Elric was convinced.
‘also. There’s no way you won’t find it appealing.’
Wasn’t he the one who sat at the top of the Magic Tower and led the revival of the Neresta family?
Money, fame, and status. He has everything he can have, but it’s probably the only thing he’s interested in.
The best person in the world.
and.
The position of the Golden Lion at the time was a position in name and reality that could achieve that goal.
But I can’t help but be tempted.
Guy grinned as he made eye contact with Elric.
“That’s quite fascinating.”
“I thought you would.”
Elric also responded with a smile.
Sean, who was watching from the side, sighed inwardly.
‘iced coffee! After all, it’s not anyone else… I never thought my father would get along so well with this guy.’
It was truly deplorable.
* * *
Soon, rumors began to circulate throughout the imperial capital.
“Did you hear that?”
“what?”
“The Inspection Bureau and the company conspired against Holiday.”
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“What is a holiday? Isn’t that a place where trash gathers anyway? “What’s wrong with that?”
“Hey, you guy. “The imperial family tried to kill good people, but isn’t that a big deal?”
“Oh, no way. “Will the imperial family kill innocent people because they are crazy?”
“That’s because it’s real! And Mervinger has the proof.”
“Mervinger… go?”
“okay! So now we are joining hands with the Demon Tower and requesting a hearing from the first director of inspection, and the imperial capital is making so much noise that we are going to die!”
“her! “I guess it’s not that loud?”
“It’s a mess, really. If that’s true, then the imperial family’s respect is at a loss. Is that it? “What about Sajagongga, to which Jassaja belongs?”
A situation in which sparks fell on both the imperial family and the Sajagong family.
After hearing this report, Director 1 of the Inspection, Black, was deep in thought with one hand on his forehead.
“It’s already spread that much?”
Arburn, Deputy Director of Bureau 1, nodded heavily while looking at Black’s notice.
“yes. I tried to curb the rumor somehow… “It failed.”
Black’s face hardened, but Avon added an afterthought.
“… “It seems like there was another hand behind it.”
“It must be Neresta and the Rhine Merchants Association.”
Black asked why he was talking about something he already knew.
The fact that Mervinger and Neresta joined hands is a fact known to everyone who deals with information.
In addition, Trang, who was recently revealed to be from the Hung clan, was sitting as the head of the Rhine Merchants’ Union.
If the Magic Tower and the Five Great Merchants had decided, no matter how hard the Inspection Bureau tried, it would be impossible to stop the rumor from spreading.
And soon, as word spreads throughout the ecliptic, they will look for an opportunity to creep up to the sunny skies as well.
In other words, it becomes public opinion.
As the head of the inspection bureau, it was nothing short of a shame to be dragged around by people from all over the world.
“What about the hearing? After all, you can’t stop it, right?”
“that… I think so. This is a situation where Magic Tower is more active than others in influencing public opinion… .”
Although Neresta stepped forward, there was another reason why Magic Tower stepped forward like this.
To lower the prestige of the Sajagong family by capturing Jasjaja, the Golden Lion’s loyal dog.
‘Because the relationship between the Magic Tower and the Lion House was not very good before.’
Among the four groups that can be said to be the pillars that support the empire, the Magic Tower and the Lion Gong family have not been on good terms for a long time.
“How do I… ?”
Black was lost in thought for a long time.
Avon held his breath and waited for his next words.
And much later.
“… “I can’t help it.”
Black slowly got up from his seat as if he had made up his mind.
“Now that it’s like this, I’d rather draw the sword here first.”
“yes? What are you going to do… .”
Avon was greatly surprised by Black’s command that followed.
“Go to the court and tell them. “I received a request for a hearing, and the date will be set for tonight.”
“… !”
* * *
That night, in front of the council office.
Chop-chop-
“Stop pushing that thing!”
“No, then you want me to suck my fingers from behind?”
At this place where the hearing was scheduled to take place, numerous reporters formed a long line and were taking pictures.
If someone came out, they would raise a camera and take a picture, and if they saw something moving, they would rush in.
That’s all.
Ride, ride, ride.
Some reporters were busy typing everything they heard around them.
Because there might be some newsworthy content among them.
What will be the outcome of the hearing?
Did the Inspector General really make an accident while trying to impress Cromhel?
Or did Chrome Hell’s tail cut off?
Numerous speculations were rampant, and even reporters from the same organization were arguing with each other, raising their voices.
“What kind of hearing are you holding so suddenly?”
“So, that’s right. “I thought it would take at least a few weeks.”
The reason I was so distracted was because of the date of the hearing announced by the Inspector General.
Because it was such a sensitive topic, the hearing was scheduled for the same day, contrary to expectations that it would take quite some time.
But in the meantime, there was one thing the reporters agreed on.
‘There’s something in the Office of Inspector General.’
Otherwise, I wouldn’t have been able to come out so confidently.
Of course, you have to look at the hand to know whether it is a gain or loss.
It was in the meantime.
“There, there! “Someone came!”
A carriage with colorful patterns arrived.
A carriage that looks like a tall person is riding it. In particular, the seal on the door caught the attention of reporters.
click! click! click!
Even though no one showed up, shutter sounds could be heard from all directions.
Rattling!
The carriage door opened and Gai, the matriarch of Neresta, appeared first.
What followed them were the six stars of the Magic Tower.
Everyone around was amazed by the majestic spirit of those who were at the top of the empire’s wizards.
click! click! click!
At the same time, much more shooting sound spread around than before.
I was dizzy even if I stayed still due to the constant sounds and flashes.
“Matriarch! “Please say something about this situation!”
“Sometimes there is a rumor that it was the Neresta family that encouraged Mervinger. Is this true?”
“… .”
Guy stood still, ignoring the reporters who bombarded him with questions.
Sean and Tasha who were next to him looked quite nervous.
‘this… ‘It’s not a joke, is it?’
Tasha swallowed dry saliva. Even when she was called the genius of the Neresta family and received public attention, it was not like this.
Although it is absurd to compare in the first place.
Meanwhile, Sean, who had no experience with this, was breaking into a cold sweat.
It was then that a reporter burst in and asked Sean a question.
“There is a rumor going around that Elric Mervinger, who is known to be close to the hero of Neresta, is involved in this rebellion. “What do you think about this?”
“… !”
That was when Sean was about to say what kind of nonsense that was.
Squeak!
The carriage that followed stopped.
It looks extremely simple compared to the carriage that arrived earlier. However, the seal in the center caught everyone’s attention.
“Mervinger!”
“It’s Mervinger! “The head of the magic clan has appeared!”
Slam!
The door opened wide and someone slowly came out.
The first thing you notice is her gorgeous blonde hair and green eyes that sparkle like jewels.
It was Elric Mervinger.
Even though he got off alone without a single driver, the reporters were speechless with their mouths wide open at the elegance flowing from Elric.
This was because he was wearing a neat uniform that looked like a nobleman, rather than the wild look he usually wore during battle.
He exuded a sense of ease and style that perfectly suited the title of Duke Chan-seong.
The reporters who witnessed the precious sight were busy pointing their fingers at the camera.
‘Whoa.’
In fact, Elric, the person involved, felt uncomfortable because of the clothes.
“Ha ha ha ha ha! There is no pearl necklace on the pig’s neck!』
Moreover, right next to him, Mephisto was constantly laughing and teasing him.
『I can’t believe you, a savage, are dressed like this. This is truly something to live for a long time to see.』
[If you want to keep quiet until the hearing is over, keep talking.]
Of course, Elric didn’t show that at all.
I just glanced around while maintaining a confident expression.
“Let’s go.”
Then, leaving Mephisto behind who had become quiet, he headed inside with Guy.
“There are rumors that Mervinger has joined the rebellion! Are you really thinking of rebelling?”
“Sean! As your best friend, what do you think about this Mervinger incident?”
“Matriarch… !”
“Your Highness the Duke, just one word… !”
Reporters rushed to bombard him with questions, but the wizards of the Magic Tower blocked them by setting up a seal.
Nevertheless, reporters showed no signs of calming down.
Squeak.
Until a carriage arrived a while later.
Wizard who swallowed talent
