The Returned Sword King Decided to Become a Tyrant Episode 27
Eve (1)
“… … It has definitely decreased.”
A soldier walking along the ramparts, occasionally glancing toward the moat, muttered.
Until recently, this was the border of the barbarian lands where brutal battles took place, but recently the barbarians’ momentum has definitely weakened.
Especially on foggy mornings like today, I couldn’t let my guard down even for a second, but these days, I even have the luxury of appreciating the beauty of the fog.
But soon the air in the area became heavy.
“Huh? That’s it!”
A group of people running through the thick fog.
The threatening sound of horse hooves in their rough movements was unmistakable, and the armor revealed through the mist glowed with an eerie, colorless glow in the swallowed sunlight.
Alarm bells began to ring in the soldier’s head.
“It’s an attack!”
An overwhelming spirit that makes you feel intimidated just by looking at it.
The body that was straightening the window was tense and stiff and did not move properly.
Are they enemy or friend?
At that moment, when he was unable to make a hasty decision, something strange caught the soldier’s eye.
“… … A flag? Oh, it’s Esteban’s flag!”
If there is a group that would show up carrying Esteban’s flag at this time, there is only one possibility.
The soldier hurriedly pulled the rope leading to the wall.
Ding ding ding-
“Hurry up!”
“His Highness the Prince has returned! Open the door quickly!”
“Open the door!”
The soldiers guarding the castle walls moved busily due to the commotion that had been going on since dawn.
The raised bridge began to lower, and soon the torches illuminating the gate began to appear here and there.
It was the second week since the expedition led by the prince headed north.
* * *
“Excuse me! Please step aside!”
“Don’t push!”
“Hey! Who keeps pushing?”
“I’ll pass!”
Groan groan-
The grand procession of people who heard the news that the Northern Expeditionary Force had entered the capital was enough to create a commotion like never before.
Even as a joke, it was at a level that could be said to be more than the weeds on the street.
Those who died were the guards stationed throughout the capital for safety.
“Geez, calm down and step back!”
“Oh no! This is dangerous!”
The security guards were sweating profusely as they tried to maintain order, seemingly unable to imagine that so many people would gather.
The unprecedented chaos was so great that knights had to be dispatched on the road to the palace.
Did you wait that long?
“Oh, it’s coming!”
Finally, knights in golden armor began to appear at the crossroads they had been waiting for.
The citizens who were watching the sharp movement erupted in thunderous cheers and applause.
“Wow!”
“Those people must be the Knights of the Sun!”
“Oh, how could this be! We came back from the land of the barbarians and there were hardly any injuries!”
They are warriors of war who fought against barbarian warriors.
Considering the damage they have caused so far, the praise from the citizens has been more than adequate, if not excessive.
A knight muttered as he concentrated on clearing the way.
“Is there a reason why so many people are gathering… … .”
A monumental day to return, not a reluctant defense, but an attack for gain.
The people shouted for victory, and the knights who were watching began to feel more and more elated.
But as the expedition force gradually got closer and the face of the man at the front was confirmed, the cheers that seemed to reach the heavens stopped.
“That person is… … .”
“… …Your Highness the Prince.”
The citizens were dumbfounded and trembled, forgetting even to applaud.
A man who volunteered to be the commander-in-chief on the critical mission of entering the remote areas of the North, despite being in a higher position than anyone else.
And by completing this brilliantly, he proved his own abilities.
Despite his arduous journey, he still displayed his dignified and charismatic demeanor as before.
“Is that the person who will lead Esteban in the future… … !”
That moment when no one could move, engulfed in a majestic thrill and excitement that made their hearts race.
Someone’s astonished voice echoed through the quiet capital.
“Look, look over there!”
The public’s gaze, which had been focused on the prince, began to glance in the direction someone was pointing.
That direction was not the Sun Knights or the servants who had gone out to help them on their northern expedition.
The supply wagon, which should normally not even receive attention, is located much further back.
“… … What is that?”
What is there is already a legend.
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“… … !”
There was no more shouting.
No, there was only fervent praise there.
“Wow!”
The cheers that poured out as if they had been waiting for it filled the squares of the capital.
And the citizens’ excitement continued until the northern expeditionary force passed through the crossroads and entered the royal palace.
Boom boom-! Boom boom-!
We walk down a road where a military band is playing, lined up like a folding screen.
They stepped to the majestic melody, and soon the knights saluted them by raising their swords to their chests.
Finally, I approached my father, who nodded, and knelt down on one knee.
“The Northern Expeditionary Force successfully carried out His Majesty’s command to stabilize the security of the North by guarding the border areas and raiding the rear of the empty ones.”
It’s something no one else can do.
Also, no one else could have done it.
It was a line that gave a glimpse of such confident confidence.
I didn’t stop there, but waited for a moment for the nobles’ attention to be focused before continuing.
“Of course, as you may have heard from the news coming from the border region, we were also able to establish a cooperative relationship with the dwarves, a lost race.”
Clap- clap clap clap-
The palms of those who participated in the ceremony moved busily.
The eyes of the knights who looked at me were filled with awe, and the nobles were also purely delighted, not with desire, but with respect, for the benefits I had brought to Esteban.
Of course, the faces of some nobles were rotting away.
‘It’s so obvious.’
They had opposed the northern expedition during the State Council, citing the fact that it would bring little benefit to Esteban.
Considering that the purpose was to reduce support and put me at risk, it couldn’t be more interesting.
And the person who is more reassured than anyone else about my achievements is…
“… … Is that so.”
It was my father who was watching everything.
“Well done. It would have been impossible to block the northern border without your judgment. I am truly proud of you.”
“You are too kind.”
“Humility is a virtue, but in this situation, you don’t have to decline. Allen Esteban, you deserve it.”
Not only did they have to hastily organize their troops, but there were no special ceremonies to boost the morale of the soldiers, such as a departure ceremony.
In the first place, no one forced the First Prince to go to war.
But despite the worst conditions, the border defense and expedition were a resounding success.
Even in situations where you think you won’t get anything out of it…
My father looked back and forth between me, the Knights of the Sun, and the dwarves before speaking.
“You can wake up.”
“yes.”
closely-
“omg!”
“… …Your Majesty the King?!”
I can feel my father’s warmth wrapping around my body.
At official functions, he was a person who clearly distinguished between public and private life… … .
I felt a little embarrassed and laughed awkwardly.
‘Is this the first time since I was a child… … .’
Even I couldn’t help but be shaken by the memories from before I returned, as they were from such a long time ago.
But that was only for a moment.
Soon, my father, who had been expressionlessly stepping back as if nothing had happened, took a step forward and approached the dwarves.
“Glad to meet you. Are you the leader of the dwarven clan in the land of the barbarians?”
“Yes, please. Call me Surtr. I apologize for not being familiar with human etiquette.”
“I will do so.”
The guy was acting confident, but he seemed quite nervous.
Of course, the cause of the tension wasn’t the numerous eyes looking at him with hot gazes.
I moved my lips so that the guy could understand.
-You’re doing well.
“Ahem!”
A ‘contract’ with one’s life as collateral cannot be broken.
Moreover, he had a responsibility to lead his clan in a better direction.
“Thank you for inviting our dwarves to your kingdom.”
“I heard about that from soldiers who brought news from the border area. They needed a place to live, right?”
“Yes. The barrier that protected my clan was destroyed, so I had to move. At that moment, the one who appeared was the First Prince over there.”
“… … It’s so incredible that I can’t believe it even after seeing it with my own eyes.”
And the same was true for the nobles who were in this position.
That would be the case. Until now, the existence of dwarves was only a word that appeared in myths and legends.
Rather, from the King’s perspective, seeing it with his own eyes was more surprising than when he first heard the news.
Father looked at the dwarves with an intense gaze for a moment and then said.
“There are still a lot of things I want to ask, but the gaze of humans is still burdensome. I will give you a place to rest, so I will step aside now and talk to you later.”
“Thank you.”
So the guy backed off.
I’d like to talk a little more.
I want to resolve the curiosity that has taken root in my mind as soon as possible.
After that, the gazes of the nobles followed them with the same aspirations, but they could only taste the taste of the sight of the dwarf captain Surtr leaving without even looking back.
Actually, I was only happy with that kind of reaction.
The highlight of the stage had not even begun.
‘The mood is starting to warm up.’
As I had said before, I made a light gesture to the Sun Knights.
Then, the Knights of the Sun came out carrying carefully sealed chests.
My father raised his eyebrows at that cautious look.
“That?”
“This is a gift of gratitude from the dwarves who provided me with a place to live. It was originally given to me, but as someone who holds the soul of the kingdom and has risen to the position of commander-in-chief, I cannot pursue personal greed, so I would like to dedicate it to the royal family.”
“What on earth is it… … .”
A powerful, disposable magic chain used to capture monsters.
It would be a waste to waste time just tying up one box.
but…….
“If it’s worth it, it’s worth it.”
“… … .”
“I’ll show you now.”
As soon as my signal was given, the seals binding the boxes were released and the doors of the chests opened simultaneously.
… … And it was a moment.
The moment a closed door opens.
“omg!”
“Hey, what is that!”
The weapons that received sunlight revealed their splendid appearance.
In the midst of the heightened atmosphere where it was difficult to breathe, someone shouted.
“… … Oh my god! Dwarf, dwarf equipment!”
Dwarf equipment that only appears in legends.
Although they are made from the poor ore of the North, they are the best of the best made over hundreds of years.
To be sure, the tributes were of a value that could not be seen anywhere else, and even the nobles were astonished and lost their dignity.
And the same was true for my father, who was watching with a solemn expression.
“……oh my god.”
I shrugged my shoulders at the pouring looks of astonishment.
* * *
The party held in the palace was held on a grand scale, as if to highlight the achievements of the expedition.
Although some old-fashioned nobles looked at it negatively, saying it was just a worthless, empty talk, there was no denying that this party had led to a sense of elation throughout Esteban.
“Commander-in-Chief of the Expeditionary Force! His Royal Highness Prince Allen Esteban enters!”
A chandelier that shimmers like starlight.
A group of nobles moving their bodies to the rhythm of the royal orchestra’s dance music.
The dull and calm atmosphere was completely different from the festival anyone had expected.
George snorted as he watched the Sun Knights enjoying the party with awkward movements.
“… … I envy those people because they have no worries.”
Sincerity that comes from the depths of the heart.
The initial excitement of just looking forward to the entrance is nowhere to be found, and now all they do is sit in a corner of the banquet hall with a bored expression, picking up snacks that have been placed there.
Even the nobles who would have guaranteed fun were not approaching and were just watching from afar.
“I feel like a lion at the zoo.”
“If that’s what you think, I’ll send you back to the office right now. Should I make you study like I did at the party with the delegation?”
“… … Just kidding. This party is really fun.”
Looking at that face that doesn’t know how to open up, it must be so boring that even the world’s greatest conman wouldn’t be able to stand it.
But the guy is only given two choices.
Do you kill time by watching a stupid clown show that doesn’t even inspire you, or do you bury yourself in a study you hate to do?
It could be said that it was a truly cruel fate.
“Do whatever you want tonight. If you want, you can go back to your room.”
“Yes? Is that okay?”
“I think it’s okay to act freely in a place like this.”
“If it’s nagging in exchange for freedom, it’s cheap.”
Surely, you must have heard something from Baron Bona Mana.
Never leave my side while the party continues… … .
Of course, I had no reason to carry around an attendant who was twisting his body and making such an expression.
“Then I will go first.”
“hmm.”
Like that, the guy left with a big smile on his face and a cookie in his mouth.
I also had no intention of continuing this boring time-killing routine, so I tried to find a suitable opportunity to leave the venue and head to the empty terrace.
… …if only there wasn’t someone blocking my way.
“It’s been a while, Brother Allen. I heard you’ve made some great achievements.”
A man leaning against a table and holding a glass of wine to his lips.
It was none other than Albedo Esteban, the second prince of Esteban.
