Acting as a Slit-Eye Chapter 82

Chapter 82. Checkmate (2)

【The Fourth Prince, Eulsis Renault Adratan, forms a Diplomatic Mission for Peace with the Holy Kingdom!】

The royal court was in turmoil due to an unprecedented event.

― We share a common enemy in the demons. To ensure their eradication, we must establish peace with the Holy Kingdom of Fernand!

Such was the noble intention of the Fourth Prince, Eulsis.

"For the sake of humanity, we must cast aside past grievances and confront the demons together."

Of course, the nobles and the Elder Council did not view his youthful actions so favorably.

【He's just scrambling to survive.】

【What choice does he have? Being distant from succession rights, the Fourth Prince must resort to such asures to avoid danger.】

【Is there no word from the royal palace? There's a truce, but he's still going on a diplomatic mission to the enemy's land.】

【You know well that Emperor Adratan is indifferent to such matters.】

Had these words co from common nobles or others, they could have been charged with lese-majeste and face execution.

But the Fourth Prince Eulsis wagered his title as "prince" to pursue his actions.

By doing so, he pushed the reactions of nobles and royalty to extres, invoking their sympathy, and extended his own lifespan.

【It's disrespectful to say, but it's a curse to be born as the Fourth Prince.】

【When you combine the princesses, there are seven above him in succession. It's as if fate was decided at birth.】

【A destiny out of sync with his blood.】

【Haha, what does it matter to us?】

This so-called 'peace' was seen as a political performance for survival, leading onlookers to mock him.

The most noble bloodline of the Empire faced death due to the very noblesse oblige that defined it.

【The Guard Commander of the Fourth Prince Eulsis' Diplomatic Mission.】

【The 'Blind Eyes', Yulian Cryphart Frason, is a strong candidate.】

However, the mockery shifted to sympathy as soon as the "guard leader" was nad.

Yulian of 'Blind Eyes', was selected as the guard commander, even though he wasn't a knight leader.

【Are they insane?】

【No matter how strong he is, it's ill-suited!】

【His life will be at constant risk throughout the journey.】

His notorious reputation was imnsely widespread in the capital.

The Smiling Executioner.

The Mad Dog of the royal family.

The sword that kills noble blood.

Despite an impeccable swordsmanship, his innate character was deed base.

The royal insiders whispered that he was unfit for a "peace" mission to the 'Holy Kingdom'.

【Maybe the other princes had a hand in this...】

【It could really be the case...】

Later, rumors spread throughout the capital.

It was a ploy to get rid of the Fourth Prince Eulsis by assigning "Yulian" to lead his guards.

The nobles, having read the official docunts, started whispering among themselves.

"Poor Prince Eulsis..."

"Even with no power, how could they appoint that demonic man to head the guards!?"

"But Schvalt, the captain of the Azure Lion Knights, was available!"

Naturally, their reaction was expected.

However, within that just reaction, sothing new began to take root.

"But you know, recently Yulian hasn't stirred any notable trouble."

"True. It's possible this might go without incident."

Recently, there hadn't been significant issues with Yulian's actions.

Rather, he eradicated so demons, slightly raising his esteed reputation over his notorious one.

The ill reputation he had built up till now could be shielded by the "royal family".

Adhering to the royal command was an obligation for the nobles.

***

【... Thus, Yulian of the royal agency "Blind Eyes" is appointed as the guard commander for the Fourth Prince Eulsis' diplomatic mission.】

Reading the official docunt from the secretariat left

dumbfounded as I looked down at the papers again.

"It happened this quickly?"

I had anticipated that the Dawn Society would maneuver things, and it seed certain I would be chosen.

Yet, I didn't expect an announcent this soon.

Was this pre-arranged?

"Amazing. Although he's distant from succession rights, who would think the 'Blind Eyes' would lead the royal guard?"

Ordwin, having brought the docunt from the secretariat, spoke in a pleased tone, despite her usual stern deanor.

Yet, I noticed her voice was slightly tinged with excitent.

A faint thrill, a burgeoning emotion.

It was as if vibrant mirages were emanating from above her head, even if not visible to the eye.

Stiff Ordwin, I thought, wouldn't emotionally attach to a group like 'Blind Eyes'.

... Unexpected.

"You appear happier than I would've thought. I assud the 'Blind Eyes' didn't an much to you."

"Well, I see no reason to dislike it."

Indeed... that's not wrong.

"Despite being a nominal commander, it's a place I find suitable."

"Then that's good to hear."

"Sounds like you're teasing?"

"I'm not, huhut."

I truly ant it. The level of comfort she provided ... others wouldn't understand.

"But Yulian, when did you apply to be part of the diplomatic guard? I haven't heard a word until now."

... I haven't directly applied for it myself.

The Dawn Society, more specifically Tenelon, acted on its own, linking

with the Sword Saint.

Claiming "The Dawn Society