Episode 189
Maxwin Gordon explains what is currently happening in the Kingdom of Mariott.
“… So the kingdom is now on the edge of a cliff.”
After about 10 minutes of explanation.
“…”
Abelson lowered his head and said nothing.
This is the first time he has heard about the state of affairs in the kingdom since his departure.
The kingdom was much more ruined than expected.
My heart felt heavy as if all of this was my fault.
‘If I hadn’t come to the kingdom…’
If he hadn’t headed to the Mariott Kingdom at that time, wouldn’t this worst situation have been avoided?
‘Would things have been different if I hadn’t killed Race?’
Although he is a traitor who killed his family, his abilities are outstanding.
At the last moment, if only he hadn’t broken Race Marriott’s head.
If that had been the case, at least the kingdom would have been safe.
All kinds of thoughts raced through my head.
“Are you okay?”
Choi Hyun-seok looked at Abelson with a worried expression.
“Mr. Abelson did nothing wrong. It’s all the fault of the Holy Empire.”
“yes…”
“Don’t worry. We’re just going to have to think about how to break them!”
“That’s right! Woohoo!”
When Choi Hyun-seok shouted loudly, Rachel responded.
Only then did a faint smile appear on Abelson’s face.
“So, Mr. Gordon, what do we need to do from now on?”
“Umm…”
Maxwin Gordon frowned thoughtfully.
A situation that came about suddenly, a situation where a sudden question was asked.
It was understandable that he would be confused, but having lived in the jungle-like world of politics for a long time, he quickly found the answer.
“First, we must clear the princess of the charges of treason.”
“treason?”
“Yes. That day… the princess became a traitor for the crime of murdering the royal family and committing treason. In the process, she also colluded with the demon tribe, so her crime was extremely serious.”
Treason was a serious crime that could result in the death penalty for one and one’s entire family if one was even slightly involved.
But in the process, I ended up holding the hand of the demons.
If a normal trial were to take place, Abelson would have less than ten lives left.
“If we can just reveal the truth about that day, all the justification will come to us.”
The Race Marriott rebelled, and the Holy Empire Gatren intervened in the process.
If we could just uncover this, the situation in the palace would change 180 degrees.
“With the princess as the legitimate heir to the throne, it may be possible to reclaim the throne without bloodshed.”
It was a hopeful story.
Clearing Abelson’s name.
At the same time, it puts the opponent in a difficult position.
Everything can be restored to normal without bleeding.
However, Choi Hyun-seok’s expression looked somewhat uncomfortable.
“hmm…”
He opened his mouth, lost in thought and stroking his chin.
“But how do we find out that fact? Well, there’s no way there’s any evidence left.”
There were many witnesses who saw Abelson kill her sister Race.
In this situation, to turn public opinion around, solid evidence was needed.
“Sir Gordon.”
Suddenly Abelson called Maxwin Gordon.
“Yes, Princess.”
“Sir Gordon, do you know about the secret storage room in the palace?” “The secret storage room… I heard from the former king. It is a space where only the royal blood can enter. Is that it?”
Abelson nodded.
“Yes, I think there might be evidence there.”
“Why?”
“Race was a very thorough boy. He must have kept a record of his dealings with Gatren.”
Maxwin Gordon nodded.
“I agree with that. However, it seems a bit odd that the records are in the royal family’s secret vault…”
If it’s such an important record, it should be hidden in a place where no one knows about it.
That’s family
It’s stored in the royal vault where someone might enter.
It was a story that was difficult for Maxwin Gordon to accept.
However, Choi Hyun-seok’s thoughts after hearing the same story seemed different.
“Sure. Then it can be stored safely.”
As Choi Hyun-seok nodded, Maxwin Gordon’s doubts deepened.
“I’m sorry, but I don’t understand.” “It’s simple. That son of a bitch was planning to kill his family from the start.”
“What is that…”
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Choi Hyun-seok continued his explanation, twisting the corners of his lips.
“When all the royal blood descendants die, that secret vault becomes the ultimate safe that only you can enter.”
When all the royal family is dead, the royal family’s secret vault becomes the safest place in the world.
A place that only the king can enter.
It was clear that Race had stored important things there just before the event.
After the uprising, it won’t be easy to attract attention.
Anyway, there won’t be anyone there the next day.
“Certainly… I see.”
Only then did Maxwin Gordon nod his head.
It was still strange that Race had such a cruel nature.
If what they said were true, it was a very possible story.
“The prediction may be wrong, but I think it’s worth a try.” “I think so too.”
“I agree.”
Everyone agreed.
In that case, it would be better to move immediately without delay.
“Mr. Abelson, where is that secret storage room?”
“The secret warehouse…”
Abelson hesitated for a moment, unable to speak.
“Why are you doing that?”
“That, that place where the warehouse is…”
“Where is it?”
“It’s a bathroom.”
“Ah, the bathroom.”
At that moment, Choi Hyun-seok’s eyes widened.
“The bathroom?”
“Yes. To be exact, royalty.
“It’s a private bathroom…”
Abelson continued his explanation, his face slightly red.
“There’s a reason why there’s a storage room entrance in the bathroom.”
The secret warehouse, as its name suggests, was a secret in and of itself.
To hide the existence of such a place, two prerequisites are necessary.
First, the royal family must be able to come and go naturally.
If the royal family, who are always under their eyes and ears, were to go to unusual places, they would inevitably be suspected.
So, the condition is that it is a place where it would not be strange at all for royalty to visit.
Second, it must be a place where you can safely have time alone.
It’s only natural that if the attendants come and go together, it’s no longer a secret warehouse.
“Royal family within the palace
“A private bathroom perfectly satisfies both of these criteria.” “Hmm, that’s definitely the case.”
Choi Hyun-seok nodded with a trembling face.
It may seem a bit cheesy that the royal family’s secret storage room is in the bathroom, but from a practical standpoint, it makes perfect sense.
“The royal family located on the first floor of the main building
“If you touch the mirror in the private bathroom in a certain pattern, the door to the secret storage room will open.” “Okay. Then for now…”
Choi Hyun-seok looked at Scolbourne from afar.
“The primary problem is getting back into the capital.”
“After what happened earlier, the security in the capital must have been strengthened.” “It certainly looks busy. The number of security guards has also increased significantly.” “Can you see it from this distance?”
Choi Hyun-seok looked surprised at Sarah Dunphy’s words.
Although he could see things from a reasonable distance, he couldn’t even distinguish people’s shapes from this distance.
But Sarah Dunphy seemed to be able to look at the situation in relatively detail.
“It seems like it will be difficult to do it like before. Especially Choi Hyun-seok. You are so big that you stand out.” “Can’t you go in using a different appearance like before?” “But I guess I can’t avoid suspicion. Besides, if I do that, this man here won’t be able to enter the city, right?”
The group currently has a total of three fake ID cards.
Maxwin Gordon also has an identity card, but his cannot be used.
That is, even if they change their appearance, only three people can enter the city.
“We can’t leave Lord Gordon here.” “I think so too. This guy’s power is almost non-existent, so it’s unsettling.”
The enemy’s pursuit force is still busy moving around outside the city.
It is difficult for a naked old man to escape pursuit alone.
If Maxwin Gordon were caught, there was a chance that the plan would be exposed.
“Hmm, what should I do with this…”
At that time, everyone was lost in thought.
Suddenly Sarah Dunphy chuckled.
“I have a great plan, would you like to hear it?”
***
Article Toddy.
He was in charge of the East Gate, one of the four entrances to Scolborne.
“Everyone, be on high alert! No one should be allowed in unless their identity or purpose of visit is clear!”
Toddy shouted in a very sharp voice.
A little while ago.
An accident occurred during the execution of a traitor.
An unidentified assailant fled out of the capital with the death row inmate.
The higher-ups ordered a thorough inspection as they did not know when the assailant would return.
“No. Go back.”
“Oh, you were able to get in yesterday, so why are you doing this all of a sudden!?” “Well, if you can’t, then you know it can’t be done!”
Because of this, many citizens were unable to enter the city.
The entrance to the castle gate has become a mess.
“If I don’t sell the meat now, it will go bad!” “Then bring me a proper identification card. Why is a serf from Seril’s estate bringing meat?” “It’s because life is difficult, so I have no choice…” “Isn’t this guy an illegal immigrant? Arrest him!” “No, no! I have the official permission of the lord…, argh!”
Normally, even if security is strengthened, this much confusion would not occur.
This is because only those whose identities are confirmed are accepted from the beginning.
But recently, things have been different.
A secret order from above to allow the beauties who flock from all over to enter comfortably.
Because of this, the citizens’ confusion could not help but grow as the previously weakened security was suddenly strengthened.
‘Tsk. I guess they’ll let you in after accepting a moderate bribe.’
Knight Toddy sneered as he watched the soldiers subdue the civilians with clubs.
In fact, he was skeptical about this kind of inspection.
‘How are we going to catch that weirdo with this kind of checkpoint?’
Toddy briefly saw the assailant running out of the city.
A speed so fast that it can’t be followed with the eyes.
How could someone with that kind of skill get caught in a sloppy checkpoint?
Toddy was content to take advantage of this opportunity to receive a bribe or a lump sum that he had not received for a while.
At that moment, what appeared to be a father and two daughters were seen approaching.
‘Wow, she’s quite a beauty.’
Two women on horseback and a middle-aged man pulling the horses.
Especially women with long hair are dazzlingly beautiful.
Toddy approached them himself.
“stop.”
Toddy, who had stopped them, approached the middle-aged man.
“I will check your identification.”
“Here it is.”
“Hmm, you came from the Dola territory. What’s going on in the capital?”
“that is…”
The middle-aged man whispered with a blush on his face.
“The ones in the back are my daughters…”
“however?”
“If you go to the capital, then…”
I didn’t have to listen to the gossip.
This is something Toddy had expected from the very beginning, even before asking.
“Let’s check their identification cards too.”
“Of course!”
Toddy twisted the corners of his mouth after checking the three’s identification cards.
“Confirmed. However, I think we should consider entering the capital.”
The middle-aged man’s eyes widened at the words that he could not enter the capital.
“Oh, why…!?” “The purpose of your visit is unclear. There has been an order from the higher-ups not to allow just anyone into the capital.” “Oh my, sir… I have walked ten days to get to the capital. Please give me a break!” “Hmm~ What should I do?”
Toddy trailed off and gave me a sly look.
Then a long-haired woman got off her horse and approached.
“Sir, please have pity on our family.”
The woman pressed her body against Toddy’s and buried her head in his.
‘Wh, what…’
A woman’s nose is tingled by the scent, making her dizzy.
Toddy desperately tried to keep his wits about him.
“This, this is not right…” “Sir. We are just lowly people who dream of making a fortune overnight.”
At that moment, the woman’s hand slipped into Toddy’s pants.
Toddy’s heart began to pound like crazy.
“If you show mercy… something good might happen in the capital.”
Just before Toddy’s eyes opened.
For a moment, the woman moved away again as if she had never come near.
At the same time, Toddy’s mind returned.
‘This is… a silver coin.’
He had three silver coins in his pocket.
Toddy nodded, fiddling with it.
“passing.”
“thank you!”
The woman kissed Toddy on the cheek and then entered the capital.
Toddy could barely contain the feeling that his legs were about to give out.
“Whew, is this really a person?”
He did take a bribe, but that wasn’t the point.
I was out of my mind, as if I was possessed by something.
“Getting rich overnight won’t be a problem…”
I thought that it wouldn’t be that difficult for that woman to be chosen by the king and receive wealth.
