521

Episode 521 You can see the contract, right? (1)

"Once the civil war is over, the Kingdom of Rutania must go to the aid of other kingdoms. There are still many places where the rift areas have not been dealt with yet."

"So? Are you going to use my power then too?"

"There is even a country where the royal family was destroyed by the Salvation Church. It may be a small kingdom, but isn't the fact that there is no master important?"

Amelia realized at that moment what Giselle wanted from her.

"Leave Rutania and take over a place like that. It's possible with your abilities. We'll support you as promised until you stabilize. I think you'll have no problem achieving your ambitions."

That's true. I didn't necessarily want to have Rutania. I just had it as a goal because I was born here.

But thanks to the Salvation Church, we can now expand to other kingdoms.

"Even if the two of us fight, it will only prolong the war. People want to get rid of the Salvation Church as soon as possible, so there is no need for us to hurt the public sentiment among ourselves."

"… … ."

"Even if we don't fight, it'll be uncomfortable for both of us if you stay here. We've already broken up."

"...go away."

From the beginning, the two of them were trying to kill each other. Even so, the fact that they suppressed their discomfort and united several times was because the power of the Duke and the Salvation Church was that strong.

However, few people knew the inside story between the two. Many people thought that they were just uncomfortable with each other because they had broken off their engagement.

If the two people who have been fighting together until now attack each other, the people of the kingdom will become anxious again.

Amelia would have wanted to avoid that situation too. She took good care of her people.

In that respect, there was one goal that Amelia and Giselle could share.

"Even if you defeat me and take over this kingdom, you'll still have to fight the Salvation Church. Those cockroach-like bastards that are spread all over the continent."

"Hmm… … ."

Amelia nodded. What she wanted was not a world of monsters.

It had to be a world for humans, where they could carry out their own will.

However, if the Salvation Church remained on the continent, it would be impossible to carry out its purpose, and would have no choice but to spend its entire life on the battlefield. Fighting alone would be extremely difficult.

Jiselle also pointed out that point.

"What do you think? Either way, neither you nor I can avoid fighting the Salvation Church. Since the Allied Forces will take over other countries, you will feel less burdened."

Jiselle has now grown to the point where she can overwhelm Amelia. However, she does not strike her down and instead proposes cooperation, because she has to fight against the Salvation Church that has spread across the continent.

The Salvation Church will do everything in their power to kill Jiselle. Now, he cannot end the fight even if he wants to.

So it was right to take care of at least one more capable person. This was no longer a struggle for power, but a fight to protect humanity.

Amelia twisted her lips at Giselle's heartfelt words.

"You're really good at wrapping up your words to throw me out of here and use my power as well."

"Who wants to do it for free? Anyway, I am the leader of the Allied Forces now. I can definitely give you a reason to advance into other kingdoms. I will also provide you with enough food."

"Yeah, not bad. As long as you win the civil war."

"Don't worry about that. There is a way to win if you just accept it."

Amelia also had to admit that Giselle's suggestion was the best.

Zwalter was a king who enjoyed the support and respect of many people. There was no need to risk danger and shame to take over the kingdom.

In that case, it would be better to ascend to the throne proudly in a new land.

So Amelia accepted Giselle's offer and joined the war.

After the war, Amelia muttered something with a relieved expression.

"I guess I'll finally be leaving this damn kingdom."

Although I will nominally be moving as part of the Allied Forces, I will no longer be working with Giselle unless there is a special reason.

There was no need to keep each other in check, so they just had to fight and win in their respective areas.

Both Giselle and Amelia couldn't help but feel more at ease that way.

'It doesn't matter where. Just start over from there.'

To create the utopia you desire, you need a strong foundation. First, settle down in a new place and build a foundation, and then gradually expand your power.

Even if it takes a long time, even if it takes generations, if we continue to move forward steadily… … .

'Someday my will will reach everywhere.'

It didn't have to be done right now. The important thing was to eliminate the Salvation Church and gain confidence that we had reached our goal.

'That's good. I won't have to waste time and energy clearing out all that stagnant, rotten water.'

In order to carry out her will, she inevitably had to change the system of the kingdom.

Feudalism, in which lords live like kings in their domains, is unacceptable. In such a system, the laws and principles that one has established will eventually be shaken.

In the end, there was no choice but to move toward a strong centralized system. And if there was empty land, it would be much easier to establish a new system.

She said, stroking Bastet's fur.

"Bastet, it seems my mission was in another land. It may be a little difficult, but I will never give up. Future generations will ultimately judge whether my intentions are right or wrong."

Meow.

Amelia smiled comfortably for the first time in a long time.

* * *

As Amelia decided to leave Lutania, her delicate relationship with Giselle also came to an end.

Having resolved the biggest potential danger, Giselle and the royal family were very busy.

This was because he had to stabilize the people's livelihood, which had been devastated by Berhem's tyranny, and at the same time reorganize his military to go help other kingdoms.

Isn't that why the Allied Forces came to other countries and made sacrifices?

"Relief supplies to be sent to each region are ready!"

"The Royal Army has also completed its new formation!"

"Food supplies and equipment checks are complete! We're ready to deploy at any time!"

Everyone was busy with stabilizing their livelihoods and preparing for a new war. So no one paid any attention to Elena, who had become a princess.

If I had to pick one, it was only because Jisel was impressed by Parniel's incredible strength and created a new giant hammer, the 'Declarer of Destruction'.

"… … Am I a princess?"

Elena was practicing swinging her hammer when she suddenly asked Rachel.

"You are the princess, yes. The only princess in this kingdom."

Rachel smiled brightly and answered. She was so happy that Elena had become a princess.

"What kind of princess is this! This is not the kind of princess I think of! Where can you find a princess who sweats like this?"

Elena's life was not much different from before. She had to stay in the barracks and train with Rachel all day long.

Since Jiselle was so busy, she was just thrown out there to roll around with the knights.

"Damn it! Why do I have to train all day long! Let me enjoy my princess life! Or send me to beat up someone! I'm so stressed out!"

Kwaaang!

As Elena swung her hammer at the ground, the ground split apart. The knights training around her dodged to the side.

Elena and Rachel did not participate in this war. They just continued to train in the rear.

This was because Jiselle judged that it was still difficult for them to kill people.

Rachel said soothingly.

"It's okay, we'll go catch the crackers soon, right?"

"Ugh, I'll have to sweep them all away when I see them. I'll flatten them all with this hammer."

As I continued to roll around in the barracks, my temper grew worse. I felt like it was wrong to live as an ordinary princess, so I really wanted to beat up something.

Skoban, who had been recognized for his achievements(?) and was appointed as the commander of the Knights Templar, clicked his tongue at the sight.

'Oh my, I didn't think you'd be like that, but the more I look at you, the more you look just like my brother.'

I guess that family has a bloodline problem. Your Majesty doesn't, so who on earth does he resemble?

Even the late queen, when I saw her before, was a really gentle(?) person.

While Elena was grumbling and practicing like that, Arel approached her and bowed his head.

"Princess, it's class time soon."

"Oh, my. Baron Haiden is here?"

Elena suddenly turned her body to the side and tossed her hair wildly. She also threw the hammer far away.

'Oh dear, I forgot what time you were coming. I smell like sweat right now.'

I was worried that I might show an ugly appearance.

Areldo was recognized for his achievements and received the same surname and title of Baron as in his previous life, but he still carried out his duties as a knight.

Because Fenris' vassals still had to fight alongside Giselle.

Arel was the most popular knight in the capital city. He had an impressive background as the disciple of the Archduke, and even at a young age, he had been awarded a title of nobility for his achievements.

He is also handsome and is famous for his impeccable personality.

So it was natural that all the noble ladies of the capital would be after Arel. Elena was not completely free from such thoughts either.

'You're younger than me, but what's the big deal? These days, younger people are the trend. I'll protect you.'

Arel smiled again and answered Elena, who was pretending to be calm and thinking about everything on her own.

"Get ready quickly."

"all right."

Elena had a lot to learn when she became a princess, including various etiquette rules.

She used to be a fussier about not wanting to study, but now she's not like that. It's because she's learning with Arel.

Giselle, who took great care of Arel's education, assigned him the best scholars of the royal family.

Since the princess couldn't afford a worse teacher, Elena and Rachel ended up learning with Arel.

Elena followed Arel, her eyes shining.

'How could someone like this exist? He was a total idiot at that age.'

Arel was like a knight straight out of a story. He was flawless. This was especially true when compared to the knights of Fenris, who had a certain amount of savagery.

'If you don't listen later, I'll subdue you with force.'

No matter how much Arel was there, he wouldn't be able to defeat Elena with force. The one who preferred to solve things with force the most was the older brother and younger sister.

'Oh, why is my personality suddenly so bad? It's all because of training.'

Elena's dream of becoming an elegant lady grew further and further away with each passing day.

Zwalter was so busy that he couldn't even pay proper attention to his daughter.

"The priority is to relieve the suffering people. Do not spare anything. In particular, the housing and food problems must be solved first. Get moving quickly."

Food and a place to sleep were the most important things for people to live. Once those two things were taken care of, people could focus on other things.

So the policies of Fenris and Ferdium have always focused on solving those two issues.

Food and supplies were delivered to various parts of the kingdom under Zwalter's orders. The resources accumulated in Ferdium and Fenris were of great help.

"Okay, let's move quickly!"

"The wizards will help you!"

"Just do it as you normally would!"

The supply of supplies proceeded at an incredible speed, thanks to the roads laid in advance and the soldiers being put to work delivering arrows to gain experience.

The administrative power that had been lacking was also quickly secured, because the nobles who had previously run the kingdom sent the talented people who had left with them.

Rosalind and Meriel, who served together as royal treasurers, were representative examples of such talents. Thanks to them, the kingdom was quickly becoming stable.

After the situation was somewhat resolved, Erenes went to see Giselle and said.

"I've dealt with the duke, so I'll be going now."

"Huh? Where to?"

"Didn't I tell you before? After I take care of the Duke's family, I'll leave to take care of personal matters."

"Uh… … That's right. That's right, that's right."

Jiselle nodded with an awkward smile. She couldn't catch Erenes while pretending not to have properly read the 'contract' she had written before.

"Of course, that doesn't mean I'll stop fighting the Salvation Church. We'll be able to fight together again once we're done. Anyway, thank you for keeping your promise. I'll never forget this."

Erenes said with a soft smile.

As an elven chieftain who values trust, I couldn't help but be satisfied with the way one promise ended in mutual satisfaction.

"Well then, I'll be going now. Let's meet again later when we fight the Salvation Church. I pray that the blessings of the World Tree will be upon the Kingdom of Rutania."

Giselle glanced at Claude, still smiling awkwardly.

Claude, who had been stressed out lately due to working overtime, raised his hand with shining eyes.

"Chief! Wait a minute!"

"Why are you doing that?"

"Can't you go now?"

Erenes tilted his head at those words. Was he saying there was more he could do?

"Why can't I go? If there's something urgent, I'll help you out more before I go."

"No, that's not it… … I think there's a bit of a misunderstanding."

"What misunderstanding?"

Claude scratched his head for a moment and then said with a frustrated expression.

"The Chieftain made a 30-year contract with us. Where are you going now? Are you not going to keep your promise?"

At those words, Erenes looked dumbfounded.