CH 2

Duke, Please Repent! chapter 2

1. Duke, please repent! (One)

It was the first day of work, so when I got to the front of the mansion, the butler was there to meet me.

He is an old butler who looks very typical with his gray hair turned all white and a mustache.

The Duke is waiting too. I will guide you to the office.

He smiled kindly, said so, and took the lead.

'By the way, this guy also saw my interview, didn't he?'

At that time, I heard the name 'Hans Robert'.

In fact, it is not uncommon for a butler to attend an interview with an assistant.

However, what can I say about the duke's saying that he has no choice but to do so because his work is so exhausting.

There was still a lot of work, but the reason was that the workload increased due to the absence of an assistant.

Also, are you investigating who killed him?

'I really don't know what you mean! Did the peacock kill you? I've seen it all, in print.'

Presumably, he was busy with evidence manipulation.

Due to such circumstances, Hans, who had been serving the family even before Serpens was born, was appointed as the interviewer instead.

Prior to the interview, I was told that I would summarize all the conversations we had and pass it on to Serpens.

For reference, it wasn't 'me' who interviewed me, but the owner of the body, Shion Rivellon.

If I had seen it, even if there were any obstacles in the way of finding a job in the future, I would have been very reckless and dropped out.

Even though Sion is from a family that is at the level of a Korean-American level that does not even make it to the center, he is the second son of the countess.

'Even if I can't get a job, I'll have enough to live on, I'll provide it for you.'

Anyway, that didn't mean that Shion attacked with his terrifying speech or outstanding abilities.

After possessing Shion's body, according to the memories that flowed in, he didn't seem to have done well in the interview. To be honest, my abilities were just so-so.

Nevertheless, the reason why he was able to outperform his biggest competitors is simple.

'Because it's normal.'

In other words, it lags far behind other strong competitors. Then the question remains as to why the incompetent was chosen.

It has to do with a deceased former aide.

He seems too capable and over-loyal.

For the esteemed Duke who takes the lead and handles many tasks,

It seems that he was trying to deal with the work he was not told to do while devoting his whole body to it.

'Isn't it possible that in the process, even the dirty work that Serpence was doing secretly got his hands on it?'

There are already points to point out about that task.

'It's probably because of the dark side.'

[Master of the Holy Sword] is about half a year and two from now]. It begins with the protagonist being chosen by the Holy Sword.

According to the content of the novel, Serpens had been hiding his identity from before that and reigned as the king of the dark house.

all.

Judging from the timing, Serpence must have been in the dark by now. Or are you already taking over and trying to manage it?

Naturally, the existence of the dark house is a secret that should not be known to the imperial family.

'If the former aide had known that... .'

It's not surprising that Serpens said, 'You've learned too much,' and slit his neck, 'Suck-!'

That poor old butler, who does not know such circumstances, would probably never have imagined that I was accepted because I was incompetent.

No, beyond that

"This foolish old man is blind, and he has lost sight of the possibilities the wise Duke has seen!"

Did you not let out a sigh like that?

In that way, he would have overlooked that there was something deep in Serpens.

Actually, it wasn't very wrong.

'Very deeply hidden, insidious

In terms of count.'

While I was thinking about this and that, all of a sudden, Hans spoke to me.

Once you meet the Duke today, you will be temporarily given the title of baron.

"Is it temporary?"

Yes. He's an aide to the Duchess of Prasidus in the name of his name. Without a title, it shouldn't happen. It should be at least a voluntary title, but as you know, it takes some time.

It was as Hans said.

Titles that can be passed on to the emperor

had to get approval.

And the work had to go round and round through various ministries, as in any country anywhere.

For that reason, it will take about a month or so.

Originally, while waiting for approval, I would have learned work under my full-time supervisor and had a similar time as an intern .

'The predecessor is dead.'

For this reason, it was put into practice immediately without taking over.

The title of semi-baron, which can be appointed at the discretion of the Duke at the discretion of the Duke.

is said to bring down

When I think of the story of the death of a former aide again, my steps get heavier.

'I get the title of semi-baron right now, so if I pay my resignation today, will you fix it right away?'

The old butler, who didn't know anything, looked at me confused and smiled with a happy smile.

It seems that he was nervous about meeting the duke he respected, so he guessed it arbitrarily. shit!

The Duchess's office is here. You'll be coming every day from now on, so take a good night's sleep.

Save it.

Eventually we reached our destination.

Like a duke's townhouse, the words 'already?' came out of nowhere despite the fact that the main building was also ignorantly spacious.

It must have been quite a distance, but I think I did not want to go, so I think I arrived quickly.

- Smart.

As Hans lightly knocked on the door, a soft voice with a low-mid tone came out from inside.

Come in.

Someone said in a voice like that, 'Your sins

If you say, "I forgive you," it seems that all sins are really washed away.

'Did the word Heavenly Voice come into being to express this voice?'

In the main text of [Master of the Holy Sword], there was a content that there was a person who heard Serpens's voice and trembled, saying that he had received a revelation from an angel.

'I thought it was written just to exaggerate .'

This is the moment when the author's innocence is proved.

Permission was granted, so Hans opened the door. Beyond that, the face of the one I was so afraid of was revealed.

Serpens was sitting in front of a desk full of papers, with his back to the window in the innermost part of the room.

,closely , should I go?

I knew I had to go, but I really didn't want to go.

As I hesitated and stood still, I could feel a hand stroking my back from behind.

Reluctantly taking a step, Serpence also put the fountain pen down and got up.

His figure is tomb in [Master of the Holy Sword]

as it was bought A beautiful handsome man as if an angel had descended.

The slightly drooping corners of her eyes curled softly, creating a benevolent smile.

Her clear bluish-silver hair, with a length that brushed under her shoulder blades, was gathered at the back of her neck and tied neatly.

In addition, thin silver-rimmed round glasses that were hung over the well-stretched bridge of the nose. As a result, it made me feel more intelligent, but made my face that looked good on the inside even more gentle.

There was no element to be afraid of anywhere in the appearance.

If you are careless, you will be deceived

it seems

Nice to meet you, I'm Serpens A.

It's Prasi thes.

Ah, hello! I'm Zion Rivelon. That's why you need to wake up... '

It wasn't a polite thing to say. I really hope he doesn't wake up.

If possible, for the rest of my life, I wanted to meet only at a desk or anything else.

"I have something to give you today, so that's all."

Serpens smiled kindly and held up a piece of paper with gilded edges.

He already knew that the inside was dark.

Nevertheless, the moment I saw his smile, I unknowingly thought, 'You are a kind person.'

that is.

I was startled by the sudden sound of an unfamiliar voice. I soon recognized that it was my voice.

Thanks to this, I was able to get rid of the tension I had almost missed.

"Is this an appointment letter?"

Serpence answered my question with a smile instead of a word.

Over the round glasses, I could see the long eyelashes glancing over the emerald eyes.

At that moment, the sunlight pouring in from the window where he had his back fell like a halo.

'Hey, it's so shiny!'

I thought that my vigilance would gradually loosen, so I deliberately pretended to be nothing and tried to sarcastic inwardly.

I've only done it once, but surprisingly

it was helpful.

Something that felt sacred

'It's shining! So what?'

changed to the same sentiment.

It's far better than making a promise over and over again in your heart not to fall for him.

Let's go ahead, Lord Rivelon.

Serpens handed him the appointment letter, and he accidentally added the title of "Sir."

In normal case,

'From now on, I am also a noble with titles.

This is it... !'

, he must have been filled with emotion. Even more so, the first person who spoke to me was Duke Prasidus, who was respected by all.

But for me it was counterproductive.

'Somehow, it seems that the collar is full.'

Thinking about his intentions, it became even more cramped.

If I feel like it, I want to throw the appointment letter in my hand right away.

I'm really looking forward to it.

But since he couldn't, he reached out his hands and politely accepted the letter of appointment and bowed his head.

'After one. I really want to throw it all away and run away. I probably can't... Ji?'

I doubt myself whether I will be able to do well.

In [Master of the Holy Sword], this is how the Holy Sword was expressed.

The holy sword is the light that will save the world, and at the same time it is a foreshadowing that the world will be engulfed in darkness.

For that reason, when the Holy Sword descends on the continent, people bless the birth of a new hero and at the same time be wary of the darkness to come.

The reason is that when the birth of great evil is felt in connection with the devil, the one god, 'Luxmea', removes his soul and sends it down to the continent to save the continent.

To help those living on the continent to protect themselves, the God-given

soul piece.

That's the 'Sacred Sword'.

At the same time, the god Luxmea sheds light on the world so that those who can accept the power of the Holy Sword can be born.

The birth of a hero literally means that one of the holy power holders who was born in the year the holy sword came down is chosen as the master of the holy sword.

'I know who gets to be chosen anyway, so let's leave that aside... .'

What I need to pay attention to here is the 'big wealth' part.

A holy sword does not appear with one or two silly demons. At least, it will only appear when there is an intervention that will upset the continent.

This was the reason why Serpens pointed out a demon-worshipper as the killer of his parents.

In fact, they existed, and they eventually summoned the Demon King!

Although it was dark enough when you look at the actions Serpence has been doing. Beyond that, it's really dark.

But that didn't mean he was trying to summon the Demon King.

'Now, he firmly believes that he is the one to be chosen by the Holy Sword, so he is still in a hostile position to them, isn't he?'

As I know all the things he's going to do, it's astounding for me.

'Is this the harm of infusion education?'