CH 142

Duke, Please Repent! chapter 142

31. Duke's Dream (5)

I'm just telling the truth by looking at the facts calmly. That woman may have cheated on her identity and approached it, but at least I think the Duke of Prasidus is innocent.

Suddenly, things went strange.

The line of sight of the Duke of Argento, who was looking at the emperor, was toward me. I looked at Serpent precisely.

'I'll help you, all sins are Solerti'

Oh, you mean to drive it to one person and pretend you don't know?'

Members who filled the seats affirmed his opinion and can be seen shaking their heads.

at first glance.

Then you're saying this was planned a year ago?

Duke Prasidus must have been deceived for being too naive.

Words like that were heard.

'Is this bad?'

You can get a sympathy vote right now and move on

It may be, but in the long run, it's never a good thing.

Although there is no problem for a single human named Serpens, it is not so for the duke, the highest noble of the empire.

Invested by being deceived by a demon worshiper?

Until now, it may have been said that it was only highly valued as the nominee for the master of the holy sword, but in reality it is not.

This case was a scheming of the demon worshipers to confuse the empire by estrangement between the two dukes, are you saying that?

Yes, it is.

The reason why the Duke of Argento is now supporting Serpens is that he has heard from Sir Falsum that the real enemy is Count Ferrarius.

Because he knew that Serpens couldn't possibly be a demon worshiper.

However, that was not the reason why the Duke of Argento believed Solertia.

He may be suspecting that she really is a demon worshiper.

Knowing that the demon worshipers had bought her scrolls in bulk

It's me and Serpens, Winston, Soller Tia

And .

'Oh. What was the name of that fake stalker back then?'

Come to think of it, I didn't even check the name. Anyway, there are only five of them.

The Duke of Argento is unaware of that fact.

'Or do you think it will be difficult to prove that the scroll is a forgery?'

If the Duke Serpens took his side for nothing, and couldn't prove it.

They may be doing this because they are afraid that the empire will be in turmoil if they get caught up in rumors and gossip together.

'So, even if you want to deny it, just quietly close your eyes and pretend you don't know... .'

If I had to ask who the most anxious and anxious person in this situation is, it would definitely be Solertia. you could say she

At this rate, he might be branded a complete demon worshiper.

According to her personality, she would have set out to check the magic scroll used.

And how is it different from yours? I should have explained the differences step by step.

But .

'It's not like Solertia is biting her mouth right now.'

The sorcerer Herond's monologue made it impossible.

Possibility of deliberately mixing different expressions with the intention of being designated as the creator of the scroll.

That was the problem.

If you defend yourself with your own mouth,

It was only heard as an excuse prepared in advance.

'...Isn't that bastard a demon worshiper too?

His remarks were clearly justified.

Still, that kind of doubt arose.

'Was it written on the dark side of doubt? .'

As well as Sir Falsum, Count Ferrarius and his assistant Sir Stein.

When I came here to learn that some of the people I knew were related to demon worshipers,

If you can see even the slightest bit of shading, you are suspicious of everything.

It is a world where even trusting people is difficult.

The fact that the two duke families are separated... Then doesn't that mean that the woman was purposely captured by leaving behind evidence of herself?

An unfamiliar voice was heard.

Everyone's attention was focused on the direction the voice came from. The speaker is Count Ferrarius.

'wait for a sec. Secretly confirming that Solertia is a demon worshiper

sounds like?'

Pretending to raise a question, it lays it down as a natural premise.

'How long is this guy going to sleep, Serpence? After hearing the wizard's point of view, weren't you going to jump right in?'

It seems that the Duke of Argento decided to keep an eye on it... .

With a frustrated heart, he lowered his gaze and looked at Serpens who was sitting there.

Naturally, the expression on his face cannot be seen, and instead, the ponytail of his head catches the eye.

come on Even the top of the head is needlessly clean.

'What kind of face are you trying to make... .'

I can't even stick my head out in front of him.

Is Solertia making up a worried face, or is she pretending to be betrayed by the thought of abandoning her, or is she acting on her determination to believe?

'It won't be the second time anyway.'

Serpence hands the demon cult to imitate her scroll

I knew I wrote it.

You shouldn't create an unfair victim by overflowing with a sense of justice, even if it's not for that reason.

'If I turn away from Solertia now, and she is found innocent, I might be condemned.'

There is no such thing as later Me and Winston knew her innocence.

Does that mean you suspect the Duke of Prasidus?

Who said that? The two dukes.

I said this because I thought it would be an illusion to say that there is a separation between families.

Seeing the Duke of Argento asking a question with his face hardened, Count Ferrarius answered with a non-smiling tone.

The question was whether you were the one who misunderstood and was hostile to the Duke of Prasidus.

I didn't know that the Count, no one else, would say such a thing.

The Duke of Argento snorted as if it was plastic.

This time, Count Ferrari's face hardened.

"What does that mean?"

It is said that you should do as much as you can when peeling shichimi.

" do you mean that I was estranged between the two dukes?"

You haven't been saying that before.

Wow, it's really hot and bursts without hesitation.

Why is this yangban being swayed by his aide?

What are you talking about? I know you hate me lately.

However, there is no need to even make such a nonsensical plan. Are you saying that with evidence?

Count Ferrarius spoke as if he had been unfairly slandered.

He was very proud, so he had an attitude that seemed to be dignified.

Evidence...

The Duke of Argento drew the horse with a meaningful smile.

Count Ferrarius, who had been looking at him, turned his gaze to another place for a moment. probably next to the duke of argento

You must have seen the standing arm breath.

Roughly, maybe he didn't tell the duke that he had a close relationship with the demon worshipers, didn't he?'

'Oh, right! They don't know we did drug investigations, don't they?'

If you check the ingredients of a drink you haven't even drank just just in case, you are a terminally ill patient.

Even more so if it was done in a hectic situation like the day of the aides meeting.

I lost my soul, so the clothes I wore that day

I don't even want to look at any worn clothes, I'd think they threw it away right away.

"Did you think that I was driving a decent person without any evidence? It must have been really unfair."

The Duke of Argento said arrogantly, raising the tip of his chin.

Count Ferrarius, who realized that there was something real, made up an expression that he did not understand, but his tense facial muscles could not express it properly.

Hey huh-! What the hell does all this mean?

The emperor coughed heavily and showed a sign of discomfort.

Looking around at those words, everyone had a puzzled expression on their faces.

The explanation will be given by the Duke of Prasidus, not me.

The Duke of Argento handed the baton to Serpens as if he had done enough now. Everyone's eyes, including the emperor, fell on Serpens.

There are two pieces of evidence I can present. The evidence I just mentioned is in the mansion, so I will order someone to bring it.

Okay. And what about the other one?

It is a person. I am requesting as a witness Kroman Verom, who was imprisoned in the capital prison about a month ago.

I think his name was Croman.

Solertia is seen clenching her fists when she realizes that Serpens is about to move to clear her name.

He also saw Count Ferrarius and Sir Stein exchanging whispers.

The Count had a rather serious face, but

Sir Stein whispered in his ear, and he felt more at ease.

'I'm probably dead anyway, so you're saying there's no problem.'

Naturally, he is alive and well.

If you want to read information about those who are imprisoned in the capital city, of course there are records of them, so you may not have been able to check them.

A criminal? I'll approve, but... Now it seems that the two dukes are pointing out Count Ferrarius as the mastermind behind this, is that right?

I do, Your Majesty.

Yeah. That's for sure.

The Duke of Argento and Serpens answered the Emperor's question without hesitation.

I thought everyone would be buzzing, but on the contrary, the silence filled the conference hall to the extent that even the sound of breathing could be bothered.

It was the emperor's lament that broke it. Heh heh, he let out a long sigh.

He beckoned to his assistant.

Send someone.

I omitted the object, but where is it? No one knew what they were sending for.

"Can I tell you what to say to the peacock?"

If you ask the deacon for materials related to what happened at the aides meeting, he will hand it over to you.

When the emperor glanced at his aide, he bowed politely and walked out of the hall.

Now, let me explain. Even if there is no evidence, can you explain the circumstances?

will be able to.

Yes. But the witness needs the testimony, so I'll explain the evidence first.

The emperor's head nodded slowly.

The reason that made me and the Duke of Argento suspicious of Count Ferrarius was because of a meeting of aides a month ago.

I heard about that. Wasn't it that the lord's aide had an accident at the Duke of Argento's mansion? That was the work of Count Ferrarius.

go?

Yes, it is.

At Serpens' words, Count Ferrarius and Sir Stein looked at each other with bewildered expressions.

Roughly what you did, I didn't. what a feeling

"Why do you think so?"

After the incident, Sir Zion to return home.... When my aide got on the wagon, there was a card there. It is one of the evidence to bring, but I am not here, so I will write it down first.

So much.

The emperor's permission was granted.

Instead of saying Serpens right away, it seems that even putting it in his mouth is a terrible thing. He placed his hand on his chest, took a deep breath, and opened his mouth.

[Lord Palsum has taken a drink for you with the intention of harming you. If you don't believe it, as soon as you get back, check the composition of the drinks on your clothes.]

Everyone's eyes were focused on Sir Palsum.

'But except for two people.'

The gazes of Count Ferrarius and Sir Stein were directed towards me.