Volume 2 - CH 84

Chapter 84

2-59. -Asure Courselete- Side ③ Rebellion

I thanked my father and Rudd-ani-sama.

The two glared at me with a suspicious expression.

“Oi Asure! What the hell are you trying to do! Why do you need that many guards for a mere conversation between our father and the great me!”

The guards behind me heard his words click their tongues from his complaints.

From this reaction, I can assure they don’t have any loyalty to my father and Rudd-ani-sama anymore.

I’m sure they’ve suffered from those two people, so I’m sure they’re dissatisfied.

However, I must be careful whenever they ask me something.

I raise my hand to the guards to make them quiet.

After that, I confirmed the positions of the video projector crystal and the communication crystal.

There is one video crystal on the candlestick above the throne entrance, one on the vassal next to the throne, and one next to the pillar on the right of the center.

The last video crystal is invisible to my father and Rudd-ani-sama, so they shouldn’t have realized it.

As for the communication crystal, there is one at the guards behind me, one at the vassals next to the throne, and another one secretly hidden. Each crystal held by a shadow-like person to activate the communication crystals by injecting their magical power into it.

These crystals are connected to the crystals placed in the city, so there should be a lot of people around this time.

I leave these crystals to Targa and Gillnia, I’m sure it’s going to work if I leave it to them.

The schedule was a little early, at least the minimum requirement for the plan to work is accomplished. As for the other matter, I’ll work hard to clear them later.

They’re going to suspect me if I don’t say anything, so it’s time to answer the great Rudd-ani-sama.

“I would like various people to listen to my announcement, so not only the guards but also the vassals who came here. I am aware that my oncoming was a little rude, but it is very important. Please excuse my rudeness ”

“… Then what is the content of your announcement that you want us to hear?”

My father threw words as if he was frustrated.

Anyway, he has the expression that he wants me to finish the report as soon as possible, but … It’s not a mere report you see?.

I’ll go all out with all of my might.

I raised my face and sneered with a smile.

“Yes. The first thing is, I would like to announce … My father should retire from his position as king and Prince Rudd gave up his position as the crown prince.”

“What !?”

“……… How are you going to do that? No matter what you are going to do, I can’t just overlook what you just said. Does that mean you are going to be a rebel?”

Rudd was surprised by what I said, leaning forward with a deeply surprised expression.

On the other hand, my father seemed to be calm so as not to break his dignity, but sweat was oozing out on his forehead.

“I’ll make it easy to understand. My dear father and o great Rudd-ani-sama aren’t suitable as the royal family. That’s what Prince Baltic and the guards here are thinking, ….not just me. Whatever you do … our country is rotten because of you two, so I was wondering, what if I could take over the throne instead? ”

“Hear me you little shit …! There is no way a failure like you can do anything!”

“Why are you despite me so much?. Is it because my swordsmanship is never as good as you? Or because I can’t draw conclusions because I think too much? Or is it because I lost my first battle? Which is it? ”

“All of them! It’s so obvious that you’re inferior to me! You can’t make a quick decision, your swordsmanship is weak, and you don’t have a proper attitude as an aristocrat! And after you came back! How many soldiers do you think have lost their lives! ”

Rudd-ani-sama shouted as if he was screaming out of his lungs.

I already expected his reaction was going to be like this.

So far it’s working as planned.

“You have a point, but I think the humble me is more decent than someone who is committing a war crime, you see.”

My words make the whole room in silence.

The vassals behind me, who do not know my plan, are surprised at my words and stare at my father and Rudd-ani-sama.

I could imagine how the people are reacting now, and now I ask them to pursue their answer.

“… No answer huh, is it because you can’t find any excuse for my question?”

“You’re bluffing! You’re just spitting some nonsense to take the throne!”

“Bluffing you said? I’ve already investigated that you were connected to a slave trader and execute the slave hunting. I’ve already caught many slave traders, repeated cross-examinations, and got behind the scenes. I knew there were fewer slaves, but what does it mean to allow slave hunting in an attempt to increase the number of mining workers in the mine! What do you think humans are! ”

“Why … why do you know that …”

When I noticed, I left it to my anger and shouted.

It was the first time for me to speak to my father and Rudd-ani-sama like this, I don’t know why but, I didn’t feel any guilt at all.

Usually, if I’m angry, it will subside right after I scream.

But right now, my anger doesn’t subside at all.

What I realized is, I shout out loud because of the sins that these two have committed.

It seems that Rudd-ani-sama said something, but I don’t mind him.

“I have been informed the territory of Azbal was attacked by slave traders! I heard that they also hunted slaves in the newly created demon village! Then, they sent private soldiers to wage war on the Zenki village! Caused a meaningless battle and innocent soldiers to hunt slaves, albeit indirectly! Everything they did is unforgivable! Being a parent who tolerates such things! How dishonorable ! ”

Rudd-ani-sama stepped back a little.

I don’t know if he has anything to say back to me, but I don’t think he can say anything back.

However, only my father is still standing firmly.

There seems to be something that can still be escaped.

“But Asure. Isn’t that the same for you?”

“What do you mean?”

My father continued to speak in a loud voice while asking me then he stood up and declared.

“Asure. You actually went to war that I appointed . As a result, you lost, that mean you also participated in slave hunting. No matter how much you deny, that doesn’t change the fact, doesn’t it?”

He admitted it

I looked at my father with a big smile after he said those words.

He reacted with a suspicious reaction after he saw my expression.

I never expected that kind of reaction from him.

“My father, you are mistaken.”

“Mistaken?”

“Yes, you are mistaken about something … Would you like to keep quiet and listen?”

“…………?”

Upon hearing my words, my father and Rudd-ani-sama try to listen and pick up the sound from outside.

It’s the same with the soldiers, and the guards are quiet and quiet so as not to make noise. The vassals were also listening.

This room seemed to be terribly quiet for a while, but the silence was shattered by the sudden cheers.

I can hear cheers from afar.

It’s likely the cheers of the citizens.

Somehow, my father and Rudd-ani-sama are angry.

“What with that cheer?”

“Ah- That? That’s the cheers of the returning soldiers”

“Returning what?”

“Did you forget? I contacted father and Rudd-ani-sama on the battlefield with a communication crystal. At that time, when you said that they were being used by slave traders, father said,『They should be glad that they are going to be useful 』 And I doubted my ears. Then I visited Zenki village alone and reconciled with their leader who is also the owner of the castle fortress. To prevent unnecessary wars ”

After I said so, the person wearing the robe that was waiting right behind came out in front and roughly tore off the robe with one hand and took it off.

One of them has a red spot on his forehead, and his figure can be recognized at a glance that he is clearly not a human.

He was dressed in red armor, carrying a large sword on his waist, and stared at my father and Rudd-ani-sama with sharp eyes.

The other one’s forehead also has horns.

However, his horn color is black.

He is also dressed in purple armor.

However, since this person is blindfolded, his facial expression cannot be read very much.

He is armed with a big rake (Kumade) and he held it in his hand so that he could move immediately.

The vassals were surprised by the appearance of an apparently called demon (oni).

It’s the same for my father and Rudd-ani-sama, and their attention is drawn to these two demons.

One of the demons is wearing something around him. What a horrifying power.

“You- Because of you- !”

“Tenda, calm down …. Listen, you guys. We’re not part of the rebel troop led by Asure-dono. There aren’t any casualties in our battle. Many may be injured, but this is Asure-dono’s plan. That’s all planned for today. That’s why … Asure-dono not counted as he was participated in slave hunting, and so his soldiers haven’t participated either. The voice of mourn could be heard when you go somewhere. You can hear the voice of joy when they see your return. And we’re in an alliance with Asure-dono, so don’t be afraid when you see our kind around. ”

It’s a little problematic that the demons who were supposed to be enemies are here, but this is a measure suggested by Baltic-nii-sama.

It’s better for Tenda-dono and Uchikage-dono to tell them the truth rather than me to convey it.

Originally it was supposed to be me telling everything so everyone’s mind would be at peace, but … it was useful in an unexpected way.

Perhaps now the people are watching this broadcast along with the soldiers that just returned.

The wrongdoing of my father and the crown Prince Rudd was notified to all the people.

The soldiers are back too.

The family of soldiers allegedly killed by this should be pleased.

I will go to see the families of those who have been injured later.

It’s because I lied to them, albeit temporarily.

Did my father and Rudd-ani-sama realize that they can’t escape anymore?

It’s about time for the main performance.

“… My Father, the king. My eldest brother and crown Prince, Rudd. As both of you can see. We are no longer on your side. Just give up and atone for your sins. Guards! Catch Reined Courselete and Rudd Courselet! ”

“””Yes, Sir”””

The two were resisting, but were eventually forced away by the guards.

Seeing their figure taken away made me feel uncomfortable, but what they were doing is unforgivable.

I never thought I would break up with my family in this way.

But it’s too unreliable to leave this country to them.

They were already neglecting their duties and focused only on parties and play around.

Such a person cannot be entrusted as the leader of a country.

They weren’t born into the royal family to fool around.

They were born as a royal family to protect their country.

Many vassals and aristocrats do not understand it.

Why don’t they understand that power struggles can only be an obstacle?

However, this may also be due to the ongoing peaceful lifestyle. That’s ironic.

After the two are taken, I walk forward.

Stand in front of the throne and see all the people there.

Everyone had a satisfied look in their eyes.

I was about to sigh when I imagined the work of removing the ‘garbage’ from now on, but as long as the communication is still going on, I have to wear dignified remarks and gestures.

I take a deep breath.

While looking at one image crystal, I give off words.

“Dear citizen. I’m going to be king of this country from now on to make this country better. I’m sorry to show you the unsightly scene. And to the soldiers. Thank you for the last few days. I wouldn’t be here without you. My citizens, have your family returned yet? I’m sorry for the inconvenience for the last few days. I will reward the soldiers tomorrow. And of course, for the soldiers’ families too.”

I paused for a moment.

After coughing, I faced the crystal again.

“The behavior of my father and brother so far … I apologize for this. We had a hard time until now. But from now on, my brother and I, Baltic, will support this country. It’s not impossible. We have vassals, soldiers, and the countrymen. If that’s not enough, dear adventurers and mercenaries, please help us! Let’s rebuild this country together! Let’s make the Garrot Kingdom great again! ”

After I said that, the soldiers in the throne room gave a big cheer.

This would mean they accepted me.

Even though Baltic-nii-sama doesn’t look good, he raises one hand and cheers.

It was a secret that I thought was a little strange when I saw this scene.

Cheers were heard not only in this room but also from outside the castle.