Chapter 2302 – 2302. God’s Atlantis

Arrived at Baldert Mansion. I felt a sense of grandeur from the entrance.

Would you say he is one of the five dukes of the Justian Empire, the most prosperous force in Atlantis?

The knights standing guard at the entrance saluted me as soon as they saw me.

“Seong Yujin. “Are you here?”

“I came to see Elena. Is there one?”

“Your Excellency the Duke has been summoned by the imperial family and has left the mansion for a while. He said that if there is nothing special, he will return around evening… Please go inside the mansion and wait.”

“I will.”

“I will guide you.”

The knights of Duke Baldert were polite. As I entered the mansion, the occupants stood with moderation and bowed their heads.

“Have you been there, Eugene? We will serve you without any inconvenience.”

I was satisfied with the hospitality of the employees. As expected, he was like a duke. For your information, I also had my own room in the mansion. Even compared to Elena’s bedroom, it is a room that is not inferior at all.

“This is Arel. He’s a talented person who will become Elena’s lieutenant. For now, please treat us with the utmost respect as a guest.”

“I will treat you like an honored guest.”

The Duke’s employees listened carefully to what I said. They were all elites, so they knew their subjects well.

Arel, who was next to him, nodded his head as if he knew something.

“Indeed. “I understand the relationship between the Duke and His Excellency.”

“As expected, it’s Arel. Did you notice it right away? “Elena and I are special lovers.”

“I think it’s more than that. Anyway, since this is where I work, let’s take a look around the mansion. “I also want to find out information about the empire and the Baldert family.”

“Ask the butler. “I will let you know.”

I decided to wash first.

• • •

Elena walked confidently through the imperial palace. The imperial family and Duke Baldert had a strained relationship following the previous incident. The good news is that there was no overt hostility.

Exactly, it couldn’t be done. Because the imperial family also has to look at the public’s gaze. Elena once sacrificed herself for the people, and that image has continued to this day, causing the people to view Baldert positively. No matter how imperial it was, it was impossible to ignore the people’s feelings.

And the same was true for the Baldert family, so the imperial family and Baldert lived in close quarters. We treated each other like cows and chickens. The imperial family sat solemnly at the center of the empire as always, and Baldert was busy correcting the declining family.

So today was a special day when the Emperor summoned the Imperial Wukong. The nobles who knew about this summons predicted that the imperial family and the Duke of Baldert would finally return to the way they were before. In the past, Baldert was a loyal family member who belonged to the emperor faction.

In reality, Elena, the head of Baldert’s family, had not the slightest loyalty to the imperial family.

So much so that he would betray the imperial family and start a rebellion without hesitation if the odds of winning were good enough.

The woman she is now is completely different from the woman she once was. Imperial family? Empire? It didn’t matter if I failed. The only thing that mattered to her now was a man and a family.

Elena’s steps toward her conference room were lighter than ever. She felt frivolous. A smile appeared on her lips, and her sapphire earrings swayed and sparkled with each step she took.

Her knights and servants working in her imperial palace bowed their heads when they saw her. Elena didn’t even give her a glance.

A group of nobles, called vassals of the imperial family, spoke cautiously to Elena. On the outside, she looked like Elena was in a good mood right now.

“Your Excellency the Duke of Illusion, I would like to bring Baldert’s specialty wine into the imperial palace. Is it possible to talk later? .”

“I am Viscount Biret, Imperial Magistrate. She was told by His Excellency that the old ruins could be restored. If you help us, the imperial family will give you many benefits…”

“Dismissal. It is mutually beneficial to resume trade between Baldert’s domain and the imperial family… Dismissal! Conversation! Please take some time! “Your Excellency!”

However, it was an illusion.

Elena openly ignored all the imperial vassals. It was an incredibly rude act, but no nobleman in the area would dare say anything. Even if they are nobles working for the imperial family.

There was a technician standing in front of the conference room, but she ignored it and opened the door. Inside the large conference room, everyone was gathered except for two people. Elena’s gaze turned to the emperor who was at the head of the table. The Emperor looked down at Elena with her hollow eyes.

“Hello, Your Majesty. “I’m glad you’re healthy.”

The emperor’s eyebrows twitched. There was no hint of respect or loyalty in Elena’s voice.

“… Duke Baldert. Take a seat. “I believe you know what situation the empire is in right now without me having to tell you.”

“I don’t think it’s a particularly dangerous situation, but… “It seems that His Majesty the Emperor has a different opinion.”

Elena sat in front of a large round table. The three dukes were already seated. The rarely seen Millennium Duke Calon Brantis, the imperial guardian Prince Ironhan Hollind Ronmasid, and the seemingly unmotivated Ugum Duke Noit Arpis.

‘I still don’t know what Chen Niangong is thinking. Cheolhangong’s eyes are hot. There will be fire. It must be because of Sleeping Beauty. He had already asked me to be alone several times, but he had turned them all down. You must be anxious on the inside. He could be available. ‘Woogeomgong is still the same.’

The empty chair belonged to veterinarian Aylmus Oberfrost.

‘I came late on purpose to see the emperor’s reaction… ‘I never thought that sneaky man would be later than I.’

After Cheonnyeongong, Suuigong was a man with the most secrets. According to information, it is related to a cult… From Elena’s perspective, it wasn’t clear yet. Even if they were related, he was not Elena’s enemy. Until now.

Tick ​​tock.

The pendulum hanging on the conference room wall swings. Everyone remained silent.

‘That’s boring. I thought the emperor would react to something, but… Are you planning to shut your mouth about what happened last time?’

Elene spread her palms. A blue butterfly appears. Everyone’s eyes turned to Elena. The butterfly became a wine glass filled with wine.

「Wine of Dionysus

Wine made by God.

When you take the first sip, your mana increases by 2.

Rank: A”

Dionysus’ wine was originally ranked B. This is a wine that Seong Yu-jin fortified with Gwangmyeong Ascension Tao and made into a magic wine. More than 5 years of lifespan was lost, but I didn’t care.

Sip and sip.

After taking a sip, I felt like I had fallen into heaven. Elena smiled brightly without realizing it.

“Illusion ball. You are drinking precious alcohol. “Do you think this meeting is a joke?”

“Your majesty. I cannot live without wine. If you don’t drink wine once an hour, your hands will start shaking and your thoughts will stop. “For me, wine is like the water of life, so please understand.”

“Was the rumor that Hwansang-gong was an alcoholic true? . Jim understands. But Jim is thirsty too. Master of illusions, can you give me a glass of wine too?”

“I’m sorry, Your Majesty. As you know, Your Majesty, my ability consumes lifespan. “This wine has a lifespan of more than 5 years.”

“I heard that you have overcome lifespan. Was it true?”

“How can people overcome the limitations of lifespan? “It’s a rumor.”

“…”

The emperor seemed in disbelief. Elena shrugged her shoulders and drank her wine. Probably everyone here knows something about their own lifespan. Of course, I won’t know the details.

Gulp.

The exquisite taste of wine made her feel better.

About 10 minutes have passed. The conference room door opened and a green-haired man appeared. She had an unhappy expression, as if she had been hit by someone, but the man immediately erased her expression, apologized to the emperor, and sat in her empty seat.

“You too must have seen the sky crack and appear. The people went crazy under its gaze and died, and time was restored by the system. Since the people do not remember death, it would be more certain that time went back.”

Geomgong Woo opened his mouth.

“Your majesty. It’s already over. It went off somewhere. The system has completely erased its impact. There will be nothing to worry about.”

“The gods began to actively intervene. Do you think that was a coincidence? In Jim’s judgment, the destruction of Atlantis has begun. Don’t forget. This is not our first time in Atlantis, and it is our last chance. If we do not successfully attack Atlantis, we have no future.”

Sword Master Wu shut her mouth. Instead, the vet said.

“Your Majesty… Do you want us to attack directly?”

“I know that you are doing your duty to protect the empire. But now that alone is not enough. They are actively using exiles to minimize damage to the empire… It’s so sluggish. You must now take an active role in conquering the area. “I will not discuss the method, but wicked methods are prohibited.”

“… I understand.”

It was a warning to veterinarians associated with cults.

Elena took her last sip of wine.

‘In the end, was the reason for summoning the Imperial Wukong to improve people?’

The emperor singled out the dukes and ordered them to work like a professor giving assignments to students.

“A thousand years old, take care of the garden.”

“Yes.”

Elena narrowed her brows. Garden? It probably doesn’t mean taking care of the imperial garden.

“Gongcheolhan, crack down on the inside of the empire. Punish nobles who neglect their duties.”

“Yes. “Your Majesty.”

There will be bloodshed within the empire. Elena remembered this information well. Because it will be very valuable information.

“Woogeomgong, deal with the Yi people and check the border.”

“I understand.”

Geomgong Woo will be busy.

“Veterinary technicians should investigate the empire’s environment and prepare for contamination.”

“Your majesty. What kind of pollution are you talking about?”

“Large amounts of volcanic ash will cover the continent before the end of the year.”

“… Yes. “I will.”

The veterinarian answered with a questioning expression.

Elena’s mind was complicated.

‘How did know? Does the emperor have the ability to see the future? … Has information leaked from Helten?’

It was also strange for the emperor to suddenly take action.

“Hwansang-gong, restore the Imperial Guardian Stone in the south. “If it’s your ability, it won’t be difficult.”

Elena looked straight at the emperor and answered.

“Your majesty. “I have to straighten up my declining family.”

“… Are you saying that the family is more important than the empire?”

“Yes. “Your Majesty.”

“Without the empire, there is no family.”

“I don’t know that.”

“…”

“…”

Elena calmly accepted the emperor’s gaze. She didn’t mind being declared a traitor. If Baldert wants to be a traitor, he will be willing to be a traitor. Elena was confident. Because she has a man who is much greater than her empire.

After reacting for a few tens of seconds, the emperor sighed.

“Ha. The burden has been lifted. I should first apologize to the illusionist. I would like to formally apologize on behalf of the imperial family for what happened last time. If there is anything else you want from Jim, let me know. “I will accommodate your request as best as I can.”

Elena raised the corners of her mouth. It will come out like this soon.

“Your majesty. The biggest problem of the Baldert family is that there is no successor.”

“… Hmm. Not having a successor is also unsettling. Do you want a helpmate? What about the crown prince? “Wouldn’t have two children solve all problems?”

Elena’s face rotted.

“Your majesty. Even if you give me that kind of chaff, I won’t take it.”

“… What a chaff. “You’re being harsh.”

“For all that, you seem calm.”

“I know the relationship between you and the prince. Since it’s static, nothing good will come out of it. Jim understands. The other spouse…”

“I already have a partner whom I have promised to marry.”

Actually, I haven’t made any promises yet, but it will happen.

“… Hmm. Is it that guy? So? Can he at least give him a title?”

“That’s not it. Please help us raise the ceremony. I want to have the best wedding ever. More than an imperial wedding. “I hope all the people of the empire and all the gods will bless my wedding.”

The emperor momentarily did not understand what Elena was saying. Out of nowhere, the best wedding of all time? He thought for a moment and nodded his head. There is no reason not to cooperate as long as the relationship with Hwansang-gong improves.

“Good night. When is your wedding? “It would be nice to have at least a year of free time.”

“… It hasn’t been decided yet. “I will let you know when it is decided.”

Elena spoke in a voice full of determination.

Now, her empire is in crisis, and it is not in her eyes.