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Volu 5 Chapter 4
Translator: HASUTSUKI, Editor: Starbuck11
Ortoa Empire.
As a champion of the central part of the western continent, the capital was the seat of powerful people who controlled such a country.
Although its ambitions for conquests had been put to a halt starting with the death of Gaies, but for the commoners, it was still the sa as usual.
Evening in the imperial capital. Prostitutes and drunken people were walking around
(Damn Im a bit late)
Because the work in the imperial palace took more ti than expected, the appointed hour had already passed since a long ti ago, thus the man imdiately headed towards the red district on the northern part of the capital.
Hey Onii-san over there How about spending so ti with for a bit? You can do it with 100 baht.
How about ? 75 baht is okay How about so service?
Ignoring the prostitutes who sll the money in him, the man accelerates his steps further.
Although he didnt have to hurry since he already told the other side that theres the possibility of being late. However, the ns legs didnt stop walking fast because of his innate serious personality.
Maybe because of feeling irritated by the mans cold attitude, the won began to forcefully grab hold of his cloak.
The man intentionally frowned from the prostitute vulgar fragrance mixed with the sll of sweat and tobacco.
Although comparing prostitutes with normal citizens was not wrong, but for Japanese people who are used to bathing every day, doing such low-class prostitutes was out of mind.
To be honest, not all n are fine with any woman.
After the man forcefully shook off the womans hand, he advances his feet without looking back. The booing voice of a woman can be heard as the man kept walking.
Due to the man forcefully shaking off the woman, she almost tripped over.
(In a way, this is because I could not use a horse But well, Ive told that person that Im going to be late beforehand, but)
Regrettably, despite that it could solve all of his troubles, no matter what status one had, one cannot use horse-drawn carriages or a horse in the red-light district north of the capital.
It was similar to the red-light district during Edo period, with the exception of doctors, they could not use normal transportation at the ti.
(Geez Every ti I co here, I cant feel calm down)
He did not mind the liveliness and the hustle-bustle, but that also depends on the degree of how much.
Up until now, he felt irritated by how lively it was. However, because he understands that the place was the best spot for his etings with his colleagues, he didnt mind about it.
After all, it would be drawing too much attention if they t at the normal places.
Before long he saw a mansion with an impressive gate that could be mistaken as sothing belonging to so noble.
This house, protected by a high fence and a strong gatekeeper was the ho of the finest prostitute in the imperial capital.
Excuse , dear custor. We would like to confirm your mbership card. Or has soone introduced you to this place?
Noticing the man, the gatekeeper greeted the man.
No matter what position one had, everyone received the sa treatnt, and the gatekeeper seed to have gone through a proper education.
Is this fine?
The man handed over a card to the gatekeeper as usual.
This was an interaction that had already been repeated many tis.
And, the gatekeeper should not have forgotten the face of the man who was a mber of the sa organization. Although it was not a bad thing to use a face recognition, it was never bad to emphasize on security, considering the importance of this mansion.
At least such a cautious attitude was the most important since many secrets needed to be kept hidden here.
Yes, with this you may enter. Please enjoy your ti here
After confirming the number and nas written on the surface, the guard inserts the card to the equipnt placed inside the station.
After confirming the information displayed on the crystal he nodded lightly to his comrade.
Then the tal gate opened slowly inward while making a heavy noise.
Everyone has been waiting. Saitou-sama
He replied to those words with a small nod and Saitou imdiately entered the mansion.
The mans na was Saitou Eii. It was the sa man who was the aide of the first princess of the Ortoa Empire, and the vice commander of the Succubus Night chivalric order.
Saitou who entered the mansion was guided by the maid, and went up the stairs after passing the hall illuminated with glittering chandeliers.
Im sorry for being late
He was on the third floor of the building. Entering one of the secluded rooms, Saitou lowered his head imdiately after he saw the n sitting on the sofa.
Two n were sitting on the sofa.
There was no problem with one of them. Because Saitou visited this place to et him.
However, after he saw an unexpected face, cold sweat ran down his spine.
Its fine, also no need for the greetings Now then, since we are all already gathered, shall we begin the talks?
Around the late twenties to mid-thirties. One might wonder if he was the sa age as Saitou. Trimd short black hair with sunburn skin. Compared to Saitou, he possessed a body physique twice larger.
The man sits on the sofa showing a refreshing smile towards Saitou.
Carter-san Whats going on here?
While sitting down on the sofa, Saitou spoke to the white blonde man sitting next to him.
Saitou-kun. Its fine
Being gazed with a sharp gaze, Saitou instinctively swallowed the words that were about to co out.
Sit silently. As if his eyes told him those words.
the person was Jas Carter the owner of this mansion and also the leader of an information network stretching around the Empire Saitou fell silent obeying the man who was rumored to be a forr mber of the United Kingdom of Great Britains intelligence departnt.
(Whats going on here As expected, hes here because of the invasion of the Zalda Kingdom But, I never expected that director Kikukawa would show up)
An unspeakable uneasiness started to appears inside Saitous heart. As his body rembers how he had been reprimanded by him, Saitou could not calm down. However, if he was going to get banished, there was no need for this man to inform Saitou personally.
(It cant be Exiled No, wait)
It was a feeling of fear greater than when he had an audience with the Emperor.
No need to be that tense. Saitou-kun I didnt co here to reprimand you
Haa, but, then, why?
Looking at the smiling Kikukawa, Saitou felt doubtful.
He could not just obediently believe that he had no reasons for being here.
Although they both were the sa age, Kikukawa was one of the top ten inside the organization. Saitou himself had the authority as the head of the operation elent, but that rank was only around interdiate rank within the organization.
If one was to compare to the situation in a company, the difference in rank between them was like a board director eting with a section chief.
The fact that such a man appears here ant a state ergency.
However, despite Saitous concerns, Kikukawa opened his mouth with a calm expression.
No no, because now that Ive been appointed as the contact point within the Empire side, Ive been positioned in the imperial capital for now
Kikukawa smiled as if he got a stroke of luck.
(I see If that is the case then it is normal for him to be here, but)
Privileged to conduct direct dealings with the country. They were rchants with huge influence and capital power, that could influence the administration of a country.
Rembering that Kikukawa was an influential rchant with certain political ties, Saitou found himself unable to relax.
However, if what he said was true then Kikukawa shouldve been in the imperial capital for a few years.
(But, why suddenly)
Maybe because he could feel Saitous questioning gaze, Kikukawa shrugged his shoulders.
Nothing really important, I was just simply in the imperial capital, and as a result, I had been ordered to deliver a ssage of appreciation from everyone The business people also having a free ti, because the invasion troops had returned ho
That is
Saitou felt like he needed to respond with sothing, but was unable to say anything, thus he showed an awkward expression.
While looking happy at Saitous expression, Kikukawa continued speaking.
First of all, I would like to express my appreciation for your work. Especially you, Saitou-kun, I would like to thank you very much. Because you managed to control that Princess Sardina, our plan could proceed well
No matter how much Ortoa Empire lost or won, the war could have ended easily.
However, for the organization who tried to make a profit out of the war, such situation was not convenient.
To keep a subtle balance, Saitou had intentionally leaked the marching route of the troops to delay the Ortoan invasion. It was not easy for Saitou to do that as soone who was among the central people in the war with the Zalda Kingdom.
Had he been suspected, his head would have rolled on the ground.
Well, it must be hard to be the partner of that wild horse princess, no? After all, that blitzkrieg strategy, it was her who ca up with it
Princess Sardina was not stupid.
Although she didnt leave any impressive result as of late, it was her strategy and planning capabilities that defeated General Belharres, who was known as the Guardian God of the Notiz plain.
Had Saitou not leaked the information properly, the Zalda Kingdom wouldve disappeared a year ago.
No after all, they didnt know that the magic arts of submission placed on had been lifted
In response to Kikukawas question, Saitou shakes his head.
Magic art of submission. It was the magic art perford upon the human summoned to this world. Or it may be better to call it a curse instead
By using such magic art, they forced the terrified people from another world into the middle of a war.
Certainly. They wont doubt you unless they found out that the submission magic has been lifted And of course, that is our intention from the start as well
Saying those words, Kikukawa lifted his lips and laughed.
Normally, there were no magic arts capable of unlocking such technique arbitrarily. To begin with, people summoned from another world such as Saitou and the others, they were being regarded as human-shaped monsters.
At the very least, their appreciation was that the people from another world were not fellow humans with the sa status.
Of course, there were so open-minded people with a different thought.
However, most people in this world thought of the humans from another world as a convenient tool, that they can exchange words with.
Thus from the beginning, they had no choice such as freedom.
That was why, unlike the usual magic art for slaves, the ones used to control otherworlders was a powerful magic art that needs catalysts to perform.
A spell that causes pain if one were to have a rebellious thought, and might kill if one were to make a rebellious movent. Magic arts that guaranteed safety for the summoner.
Such magic arts was the reason why Ortoa Empire can easily give authority to people like Sudou and Saitou.
It was a carrot and stick policy. However, no matter how great the magic arts were, there will be always a gap to break.
But still, they would still suspect you if you wander too much Furthermore, despite having the chance to murder those guys to get your revenge, you managed to control yourself, your performance is worthy of respect. Judging from that point of view, youve done well.
When a beast was freed from its shackles, usually they would imdiately bare their fangs. And people were also the sa.
Even if one knows that one might die
That was why people like Saitou was necessary.
Because nothing would change with only two people dead
Sweet thoughts of revenge. There were only a few people who can endure such temptations
His ability to keep leaking information to the Zalda Kingdom without the others finding out was excellent.
In his eyes, dwelled murderous intent and hatred.
The darkness that was hidden inside Saitou appeared a little bit.
I know what had happened to your lover, I also feel sorry. However, please be more patient. With the war this ti, we have managed to gather an amount close enough to our target.
Hearing Kikukawa words, Saitou lowered his head in silence.
Even if one gets words of comforts, the things that had been lost wont return
(Preservation, huh? But until when)
For almost ten years, Saitou had been crying blood and drinking mud. It was all for the sake of one wish.
Maybe because he felt such feelings from Saitou, Kikukawa continued his talk.
With the successful result this ti, we managed to obtain a considerable amount of money. So, the other day, the committee decided to set out a new strategy.
There Kikukawa stopped talking and stared at Saitou.
It was a big turning point even for Kikukawa. No, it was a big turning point for everyone within the organization.
I want you to take a new job
The deep voice reached Saitous ears.
A job?
Thats right, the crown prince and Sardina. I want you to set those two against each others
Realizing the aning of those words, Saitou expression turns ugly and distorted.
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