532 – There Is Work Behind Work – 2

The new year has arrived.

Of course, even if it is a new year, it was last year until yesterday, so there is no dramatic change that occurred overnight. If I were to look for a change, would it be that Pedi’s babbling became a little clearer and Trixie’s stomach became more swollen?

‘It’s big.’

I touched Trixie’s stomach as if possessed by something. Perhaps because she is carrying triplets, it feels like she is growing three times faster than Mar.

“If you’re having a hard time, tell me right away. No matter how much a New Year’s celebration is, it’s not more important than a pregnant woman.”

That’s why I asked Trixie several times before going to the imperial palace to participate in the New Year’s celebration. If you feel unwell, feel free to tell us.

Since the New Year’s wedding ceremony is an event to enhance the emperor’s authority, it is impossible for a titled noble to not attend, but it is a different story for a pregnant woman. Previous emperors who were sensitive to imperial authority also showed mercy when a titled noble or accompanying family member was pregnant.

In fact, it is a natural thing. How will you deal with the resentment if something goes wrong when you treat a pregnant woman harshly to assert your authority? It’s like trying to establish authority only to have your reputation plummet.

“I will think of my children first too, so don’t worry.”

Anyway, Trixie smiled brightly and patted her stomach in response to the series of requests.

“I’m not in a position to sit still and watch.”

“That’s right.”

And with very persuasive words.

It’s definitely not time for Trixie to force herself to attend the New Year’s celebration because she has to worry about the emperor and other nobles. To put it bluntly, it’s not that I’m pregnant, but ‘Something urgent happened at the Magic Tower.’ Even if he disappears without saying, who would be able to protest? The emperor will be grateful that he gave me at least a justification for his departure and will send him on his way.

“Master. Baron Hardiner has arrived.”

Just as I was about to move, having received Trixie’s confirmation, the butler approached me and announced Erich’s visit.

‘It came just right.’

I was satisfied that it came at the perfect time, neither early nor late.

No, more precisely, I was glad that Erich came.

‘That guy needs to roll now too.’

Of course, I am not the only one who inherited the title from his father. Just as I became Count Tyglehen, Erich also became Baron Hardiner, so he also had the obligation to participate in the New Year’s celebration.

In addition, since Erich will be acting as a member of the Imperial Council starting this year, he will have to go beyond participating in the New Year’s ceremony and meet with other members of the Imperial Council. Now, the youngest member of the Imperial Council is Erich, not Zenobia. If the youngest newcomer does not greet the elders first, his or her future will be in jeopardy.

For reference, even his father was relatively young among the imperial council members. The Imperial Diet is like a nursing home overflowing with elderly people that Erich must take care of.

‘Try hard, you b*stard.’

I smiled in satisfaction as I saw Erich walking awkwardly with a dark expression.

It was truly a fitting expression of justice and justice, and I felt all the resentment from the anti-war war that had been lingering in a corner of my heart disappearing. Because it is too harsh to still have resentment after seeing someone pay the right price for their sins.

‘…Cheer up.’

Eventually, satisfaction turned into subtle sympathy.

To be honest, I am also a dog in the executive branch, but if you ask me if I would like to go to the Imperial Assembly instead of the executive branch, I am confident that I will refuse with all my heart. That’s why life in the Imperial Assembly is never easy.

Unlike the executive branch where there is a hierarchy of minister-department-general-deputy-minister-director, in the Imperial Assembly all members are treated as equals. Of course, there is a position called chairman, but since it is a rotating tenure-based position, it is in fact like promoting group tasks, and implicit ranking among members is determined by age and experience, not by position.

But I, who am young and have only a short career as a member of the Reichstag, am entering the Imperial Diet? Unlike the administration where he is treated like a minister, he is really the youngest kid there. Even if I die, I won’t go.

“Welcome back. You had a hard time coming, right?”

Maybe that’s why I gently comforted Erich’s shoulder as he approached me.

Erich, the man who stuck a bamboo spear in his brother’s solar plexus in 1979, is no more. The only one present here is Erich from the 1980 season, who went to hell in place of his older brother his his.

“I just came here by teleportation, so what’s the trouble?”

Look. Even now, I’m afraid I’ll be a burden to my brother, so I’m still talking as if nothing’s wrong.

There are not two such great younger brothers in the world.

There won’t be two such great b*stards in the world.

“The establishment of the Inspector General was the last commanded by His Majesty the Emperor. This was intended to solidify the stability of the empire and the integrity of the officials, so how could his successor abandon that beautiful intention. Therefore, he has been a treasurer until now. The Inspection Department, which was part of the castle, will be promoted to the Ministry of Inspection, and Count Carl Crasius of Tyglehen, head of the Inspection Department and founding chairman of the Ministry of Inspection, will be officially appointed as Minister of the Ministry of Inspection.”

After completing the New Year’s address, the emperor declared the official launch of the Ministry of Justice with a calm expression. This was something I had heard over and over again from the emperor, and it was something I had guessed, so I was not angry.

“The newly born Gamchalseong will be a pillar supporting the empire, so it should be placed right after the Beopjeongseong.”

This too is within an acceptable range. The fact that the Ministry of Justice is ranked 6th in the imperial administrative department, right after the Ministry of Justice, means that the Ministry of Supervision will be ranked 7th.

Although it is a high ranking for a new department, it is below the Maginot Line in my mind, which is 5th place. It may be disappointing that it is higher than expected, but it is not something to be angry about.

“In addition, the Minister of Inspection and Inspection has led the Inspection Department well since his time as head of the Department, which laid the foundation for the smooth launch of today’s Ministry of Inspection and Inspection. This contribution is by no means light.”

However, gradually incomprehensible remarks began to come out of the emperor’s mouth.

What do you mean, merit is not light? The deputy director, not me, did all the operations of the inspection department and the preparations for the establishment of the inspection department.

“In consideration of his merits, I appoint the Vicar of the Congregation, Count Karl Crasius of Tyglehen, as a member of the Knights of Lisizariune. His fief as a member of the Order will be Zern in the County of Granoe, and the Minister As long as everything is done, it will forever be the minister’s fief.”

Those words left me, as well as the other nobles, speechless. I thought it would simply be an event to announce the launch of the Inspector General, but it ended up with an unexpected and flashy title.

‘Knights of Lisizariune?’

Cold sweat ran down my spine. Risizariune is the name of the former Dragon Lord who was the companion of Emperor Eimanka. Since the dragon born between the two is treated as an adult by the Rivnoman royal family, the respect given to its mother her, the former dragon lord, is also considerable.

Thanks to this, the Lisizariune Knights, named after Lisizariune, are a hall of fame equivalent to Count Livnoman. The difference is that, unlike Count Livnoman, which can also be received by the deceased, it is an honor that can only be received by the living, and one of the conditions for appointment as a member of the Knights Templar is that one must be a nobleman.

‘…There are only four members now, aren’t there?’

And the current members of the Lisizariune Knights are only four.

Trixie reigned as a duke for over 100 years and reached the pinnacle of magic.

The first father-in-law who solidified the empire’s mission by crushing the challenges of the eastern kingdoms.

Jeon Seung-gong expanded the empire’s territory through two northern expeditions.

Lastly, the former Minister of the Palace of Internal Affairs, who was the number one contributor to rebuilding the failing empire as a result of circumstances.

‘I’m in there…?’

In an instant, my eyes turned white.

What kind of bomb did that damn b*stard want to throw at me?

***

When the minister was appointed as a member of the Lisizariune Knights, his expression suddenly distorted.

I understand. Even in my opinion, this was a too radical and drastic method. I had thought that giving the name of Lisizariune to the Minister would take place in about 20 years, but that was brought forward in an instant.

‘I couldn’t help it.’

It seems like everything related to the minister is dismissed as inevitable, but it is true.

To send a minister to the Kingdom of Leon, he must have a rank superior to that of Armaine’s commander. The abstract honor of being the best sword in the continent cannot be suppressed legally, even though it may be respected and revered by warriors.

Additionally, in order for the minister dispatched to Leon to legitimately hold power, he must also have the authority to bow to the nobles of the empire. That way, if a minister goes on a business trip during his newlywed life and pockets his own money, the story won’t be revealed.

An authority that no one can deny, a name given by the emperor himself. That was the only way I could do it for the Minister.

“Your Majesty, I am the Minister of Inspection.”

…Of course, the best thing is not to send the minister to another country, but that’s difficult, so I guess we’re doing it this way.

I let out a small sigh at the report coming from outside the door. If you act rationally from the emperor’s perspective, this is the correct answer. However, reason does not always overcome emotions.

“Get out.”

“Yes, Your Majesty.”

Now it’s time to try to appease the minister’s feelings.

***

When the 2nd prince died, he glared at the emperor, who automatically became the biggest b*stard of the Livnoman royal family.

“Your Majesty, I am sorry, but could you say it again?”

I couldn’t completely control my anger, so my voice came out somewhat trembling.

I wondered what was going on when they suddenly gave me a position as a member of the Lisizariune Knights, but something truly incredible was waiting for me.

“It looks like the Minister expedition will have to join the Leon Kingdomary force early this year.”

And the emperor must have been embarrassed to say something like this, so he quietly avoided eye contact and continued speaking.

It’s even more shameful to think that a b*stard who knows something embarrassing is like this. How dare you send someone who should be enjoying their newlywed life on a business trip to another country rather than in their own country?

‘Should I just open one towards the solar plexus?’

I am seriously worried. In case this happens, I drank some alcohol beforehand, so if I am taken to court, I can claim mental and physical weakness.

However, if you control your strength incorrectly, you will become weak in mind and body, become a fool, and assassinate the emperor. This is not alcohol. Even if you inhale industrial alcohol, your sentence will not be reduced.

“Minister. “I completely understand your feelings.”

‘Don’t be a damn thing.’

A b*stard who understands would give an order like that?

“It’s sad to have to work while leaving behind a newborn child, but would it be easy to cross the border? By the time the minister goes on a mission, he’ll have just gotten married for the third time. He won’t fall off his feet even more.”

I looked at the emperor who was spouting harsh words. ‘But what can we do? ‘If I have to peel it, I have to peel it.’ If the same thing is said, he is prepared to throw a serious punch ─

“But Minister. I tried to guarantee the Minister’s marriage and upbringing. As an emperor, I tried to guarantee the rights of my subjects. It’s just that the situation did not suit me.”

The emperor who said that he opened his mouth again before I could react.

“…I couldn’t rest even when the Crown Princess was born or when I married the Empress.”

The emperor’s expression looked very bitter as he made a statement that shocked those who heard it.