The Returned Sword King Decided to Become a Tyrant Chapter 183
Dirty trick (1)
A voice filled with fear echoed.
“Your Majesty the Emperor, as you have instructed, I have conveyed the will of my country to Esteban.”
The nobleman who spoke like that was lying flat on the floor, but still shivering.
That can’t be helped.
How many people died that night?
The man in front of me was a figure who had built a tower out of blood and corpses.
I couldn’t help but feel trembling even though we weren’t face to face.
“What was the reaction?”
The nobleman closed his eyes tightly at the voice that returned softly.
“Oh, I’m sorry, but I haven’t received a reply yet.”
“okay?”
The man who answered indifferently smiled eerily.
“You dare not respond to the Imperial Request… … I have waited for a day, do you intend to make me wait any longer?”
“… … .”
Oh no!
That alone seemed to have upset his feelings.
He was a nobleman who knew that in times like these, the best policy was to stay still.
But he didn’t know that even that wouldn’t work when it came to Esteban.
“It seems clear that he was trying to convey the firm will of the Empire, but I wonder how he put it in the first place.”
“That, that… … .”
“I don’t like it.”
Swish-
The man’s hand lightly sliced through the air.
Then, crimson blades appeared above the nobleman’s head.
“… … !”
Swish!
Pufufufu!
“Ugh, ugh, ugh… … .”
Soon, dozens of spears pierced through the entire body.
The nobleman, who felt something strange and tried to get up from his seat, was caught in the air without even a trace remaining.
And those who were watching the scene bowed their heads even more deeply, hoping that they would not be the next target.
“If I had conveyed my intentions clearly, they wouldn’t have even thought of delaying their reply.”
“… … .”
“Then that sin must be repaid with death. Don’t you think so too?”
Pervasive silence.
Blood flowed down the blade and reached their feet, but no human being had the courage to move in this situation.
And then, suddenly, people in black robes come and take away the corpse.
No one knew who or what they were doing carefully wrapping the body.
“I guess I should send the next letter.”
The emperor nodded and smiled with satisfaction.
“I can no longer stand by and watch people like Esteban use what’s ours for his own purposes.”
Leiden del Carrot.
He, who had been crouching since the usurpation of the throne, finally began to move.
* * *
Step by step – step by step –
The man’s steady footsteps seemed to walk through the silence, revealing his majesty in the stillness.
And the fluttering golden cloak.
A lethargic aura followed suit.
“The situation is.”
“The Federation Empire has sent a strong protest. It was the same yesterday and is the same today.”
“I see.”
“Well, today’s letter was a bit more threatening.”
I laughed as I listened to George say that.
Should I say that what was coming has come… … On the contrary, if I hadn’t moved like this, I would have felt both refreshed and disappointed.
“Returning ownership of the Galder Plains? That’s ridiculous.”
A land of inestimable value called the Mithril Mine.
It seems that he was too hungry to pass by without seeing the trade going on.
Even in the midst of the chaos caused by the usurpation of the throne, he tilted his head without being able to tell right from wrong.
Of course, the ‘justification’ they claimed was the unreasonableness of the contract.
“You may have heard the news, but the Federal Empire is unilaterally attempting to terminate the contract for transferring ownership.”
“… … .”
“To be exact, they are trying to nullify the contract itself by claiming that it was something the incompetent emperor did arbitrarily.”
The nobles listed in the vast Daejeon.
Was this the first State Council meeting convened after the return?
I sat on the throne overlooking this, crossed my legs, and leisurely rested my chin on my hand.
“Anyone have anything to say about this?”
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“… … .”
Gulp-
The sound of swallowing saliva beyond the Adam’s apple could be heard here and there.
It was a casual remark and a light tone, but because the matter was serious, it did not sound light at all.
The first one to rush in was the Marquis Vidor, who had now taken up the position of executive.
“Your Majesty, I report that there has never been a case where a contract between countries was invalidated by unilateral notification.”
“There was never a case where something was taken away that was childishly given to me like that.”
“Yes.”
It was a realm of trust.
Just as there is no law that says a country that has caused a problem will not do the same in the future.
What he meant was that carelessly breaking a contract would ultimately amount to eating away at one’s own flesh.
But this was a different matter.
Mithril mine from the land they gave us.
If it had been a coincidence, it would have been nothing more than a stomachache, but if you think about the rescue of the dwarves that happened afterwards, you couldn’t help but think that the whole thing was planned.
“Yesterday, the communication they sent even raised suspicions that the whole thing was a fabrication.”
“In fact, in Esteban, we have already secured the dwarves, and we have even confirmed that there is a mithril mine on the land of the Federation Empire.”
“okay.”
That’s their position.
Everyone here knows that this is nothing more than sweet talk.
There was a lot I wanted to say about him.
‘Well, even if it’s me, I can’t say anything harsh in a public place like this.’
That’s why I expressed my feelings in a slightly softer tone.
“What a truly foolish thought. It fits so well.”
“… … .”
It was said in the most purified way possible.
Judging by the somewhat cool atmosphere, it seemed to have been quite successful.
“To put it simply, it means that they are coveting the Mithril mines even at the cost of such dishonor.”
“Or perhaps they think that Mithril is playing a big role in the alliance with the Holy Empire.”
“hmm.”
“Your Majesty, there is no obligation to return it from the beginning, but what happens if you ignore it?”
A nobleman asked.
My shoulders shrugged involuntarily.
“It’s simple. Nothing changes, just as it has been so far.”
“… … .”
The nobleman who had asked the question tilted his head in puzzlement.
However, the expressions of the nobles who realized the meaning of those words hardened.
……okay.
‘Just like it always has been.’
That means the future of being hostile to them won’t change.
Because it was more eerie than the hostility I had felt toward those I had previously uttered.
“Well, it’s like it was decided from the beginning.”
“That means… … .”
“Ignore their demands. Just know that.”
“… … !”
A hard-line response without any hint of moderation.
In the past, we would have had to endure opposition from people who may or may not be our own citizens or nobles of the Federal Empire… … .
“Yes, Your Majesty, as you wish.”
Those who remained here only nodded their heads resolutely, as if they had made up their minds about something, thinking only of Esteban’s national interests.
I felt joy when I saw that sight.
‘The topic of the first State Council meeting after ascending to the throne was the work of the Federal Empire… … .’
This will make the two countries ‘officially’ move in different directions. No one knows where it will end, but everyone can predict the process.
This meeting was like that declaration.
So, there was no way it wouldn’t be fun.
***
The decision to reject was made after the State Council meeting.
The purified and refined message was sent straight to them.
And soon after, they responded with great alacrity.
“They said they would send an official delegation within a short period of time.”
“A delegation? Who cares?”
“I don’t know.”
George shrugged his shoulders sarcastically.
“Well, since threats aren’t working, I guess they’re trying to come up with their own excuses now.”
It was exactly as he said.
If you had any common sense, you would know that there was no way you would give up the Galder Plains.
Since both countries knew that they were headed for war, it was uncertain whether further threats would work.
So, the most effective means would be to send a delegation.
“I guess they thought that once they sent the delegation, they could turn it into official discussions between the two countries.”
“Depending on how you slice it, we might even claim that we were willing to negotiate.”
“Of course. After that, they will make up some ridiculous excuses and ask you to give up your land.”
“hmm.”
In that situation, if there’s anything I can say…
“Tell them to get out.”
Of course, that was all.
A delegation?
If they wanted to declare war, I had no intention of stopping them, but if not, it would be a waste of resources to deal with them.
Especially when the intention is so strong.
“There’s no need to bother dealing with them. If they say they’re prepared for war, I welcome it. Everything has already been prepared.”
“Not bad. Should I really tell him to get out?”
“So that it is conveyed intact without missing a single word.”
As I said that, I turned my gaze to the report the guy brought.
It was an instruction that had been left to the guy, separate from the movements of the Federal Empire.
“By the way, it seems like they’re adjusting well to village life.”
The warlocks were wary of the suddenly offered shelter, but soon realized its meaning and moved to another place.
At the same time, various food and daily necessities were provided.
Of course, since the time was urgent, he had no choice but to willingly accept the help.
That was a positive thing for me too.
“There was some confusion, but they seemed to understand the situation. I think if we leave it alone, they will come to help.”
“Not bad.”
In a situation where our interests coincide, it would be natural for us to extend a hand.
‘The village will be used as a kind of workshop to provide facilities to them.’
Even though they did manage to obtain some precious magical tools, considering the rare value they possessed, it could be considered a cheap investment.
Rather, it goes without saying that it is an investment.
Because it was no different from owing an infinite amount of debt to the ‘Great Wizard’, the leader of the black magicians.
‘… … Wait.’
It was at that moment that I thought of the dark magicians’ dwelling place.
“A warlock, that sounds fun.”
“Huh? What is it?”
George expressed his doubts at the words that suddenly came out.
I raised the corners of my mouth as I sorted out the thoughts that were passing through my head.
“Did you say you were going to send a delegation soon?”
“The Federation Empire? Well, that’s the case for now… … .”
“We will be happy to welcome you.”
“her.”
George opened his eyes wide at the attitude change that seemed to turn over like a palm.
“Are you thinking of doing hacking?”
“If it’s similar, then it’s similar.”
If you’d said that much, the guy could probably guess what you meant.
“I guess you’re planning to respond with black magic.”
“okay.”
I answered obediently, admitting that his guess was correct.
The card this side holds is that of the leader of the moderate faction and the archmage who has reached the pinnacle.
Even though he had only recently regained his power, it was clear that he was stronger than any of the hardliners lurking in the Federal Empire.
As someone who has experienced that level firsthand, I can say this.
‘Then I should give you what you want.’
A trap you can never notice.
They were trying to step into it themselves.
