Chapter 565: Military Port Inspection
After Leo's departure, the order formally appointing as the provisional Field Marshal was sent to various locations.
On the surface, it was said that I would lead both the Imperial Navy and the Principality Navy, but the real aim was to divert attention towards Arnold Lakes Adler.
Of course, this true intention was not made public.
For this reason, various objections were raised, both major and minor.
It is a basic rule that there is one Field Marshal in the Imperial Capital and two on the national borders. They are the top of the Imperial Army and also the overseers of the battlefield.
Many were opposed to the idea that I, not Leo with his overwhelming record of achievents, should take up this position, even temporarily. After all, Leo is not a Field Marshal. If we joined forces on the front line, Leo would be under my command.
Many people did not understand why it was , not Leo.
It's an issue of the chain of command. Leo has not been given the rank of Field Marshal. Many were not satisfied with the fact that I, without any significant achievents like Leonardo, would be placed above him.
However, an explanation was provided for this.
It was necessary to perfectly control the Navy of the Principality. Even if it was just a formality, a rank was necessary for Arnold, who did not have the sa achievents as Leonardo.
After joining the Kingdom, Arnold will beco the supre commander, but he will rely be a rear-organizer. Leo will take command of the army.
With this explanation, the Chancellor silenced the majority.
Yet, those who were still unhappy were Erik's supporters.
From their point of view, it was intolerable.
I, who they considered to be no more than a hanger-on to Leo, had suddenly beco a powerful figure in the military, on par with Erik and Leo.
In response, Father granted Erik a position known as "War Minister".
This is a position only available during warti, similar to a military advisor. It's a post that allows you to provide military advice and recomndations to the emperor at the closest possible distance.
Originally, the Field Marshal in the Imperial Capital would take on this role, but this ti, Erik was specifically given this role and position.
It was to maintain the balance.
Thanks to this, Erik's supporters also quieted down. There was more than enough benefit for Erik.
In this way, thanks to the work of Father and the Chancellor, I safely ascended to the position of Temporary Field Marshal.
A Field Marshal in na only.
My first job was to inspect the Imperial Navy.
"Prince Al! Glad you could make it! I've been eagerly awaiting your arrival!!"
At the Imperial Navy's ho base, the Imperial port town of Waltas, the first person to greet was Minister of Technology, Cuber.
The reason why Cuber was here was that he was involved in the developnt of a new type of ship following the flagship Alphonse.
He was involved in the construction of ships related to the flagship Alphonse.
"I've been dying to introduce you to my masterpiece! I couldn't wait to co and et you!"
"Thank you, Minister Cuber."
"No, no, it's not that big of a deal... But, it doesn't suit you. That mantle."
Looking at the blue mantle I was wearing for the Field Marshal, Cuber expressed his honest opinion.
I didn't think I looked good in it either, so I agreed with his opinion.
"I don't think it suits . I probably won't be able to pull it off."
"I see, a typical Prince Al opinion. Well, it's better than getting cocky all of a sudden because you're a Field Marshal. Co on, this way."
With that, Cuber tried to take straight to the port.
But I stopped him.
"Sorry, could you stay behind ?"
"Oh? Is sothing wrong?"
"I am a Field Marshal, after all."
With that, I walked in front of Cuber.
Despite Cuber's curious look, I entered the port.
I knew what was going to happen.
It's a tradition, and a ssenger had co before Cuber arrived. This is also a ceremony. It's ant to boost morale.
As I entered the port, a line of soldiers made a path.
At the very end of it.
There stood Minister of Marine, Giresberger.
And then...
"Imperial Navy officers and soldiers!! Salute to Field Marshal Arnold!!"
At the command, all the soldiers standing in the harbor simultaneously saluted .
It was a straight path to Giresberger.
I proceeded while returning their salute.
"Thank you for the welco, Minister of Marine."
"When welcoming a newly appointed Field Marshal, it is customary to involve all the officers and soldiers. But of course, that's not the only reason for such a grand welco. You're the first Field Marshal to lead our Imperial Navy. In the Empire, the Navy has been sowhat sidelined. But now, it is the era of the Navy. We all hope you will beco a symbol of this."
"Don't get your hopes up too much. I'm just a temporary Field Marshal after all. Of course, I'll do what needs to be done. The Navy only felt marginalized because it lacked opportunities to shine. If it demonstrates its presence in this war, the importance of the Navy will increase. You don't need to rely on . You should depend on the abilities you've polished."
"Indeed... I feel embarrassed. We will earn our own place. Please forget what I said."
"No problem. Minister Cuber! The welco is over. I want to hear about the new ship. Show around."
"Certainly!"
Cuber, who seed bored while the welcoming ceremony was taking place, visibly brightened when I called him.
Watching this, the Minister of Marine Giresberger grimaced, but it's best not to expect formalities from Cuber.
All we need is talent, and that's why Cuber holds the position of Minister of Technology.
However, it seems that's not the only reason Giresberger frowned.
"Field Marshal, between you and ..."
"What is it?"
"The new ship is a failure. It's not sothing that can be used at all."
"Everything depends on how you use it. I was called a spent prince and still am, but now I'm a temporary Field Marshal."
I lightly chuckled and slapped Giresberger's shoulder, then followed Cuber away.
TL's Notes:
The Minister's na was a pain to translate....
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