185 CHAPTER VII Dukes Conference 1 (2/2)

Well, this time they want to talk about the war in three years. They can't make a decision without me in the room.

The Tripartite Conference is held in Mladin territory, and it will be an important stronghold in the war.

Indeed. That's a lot of work: ......

I'm used to it.

Then I sent Sherry and the others to the girls' dormitory, and once she and Hermann came to Mladin territory .

''Ah, they're finally here~~''

Oh, and by the way, I had to take Valls with me: .......

Even though you know the most information about the other side, I'm not sure I'm going to let you explain in this tone of voice.

Sorry to keep you waiting.

Don't worry~~~. I'm just too quick to do it~~~

Yeah. I'm starting to get worried after all.

I think I'll think of a replacement now: .......

”Herman, go put on your knight's outfit. I'll be in my formal wear.

I understand!

Valls, go get Miss Flair.

”Yes, sir~

After that, I finished changing and met up with Flair-san and transitioned to my home in Teito .

”There's no need to go all the way through the carriage~~. Leo-sama would be able to enter the castle in an instant~~

These things are supposed to be done right in the carriage.

”I see~~. That's rude~~~

...... I'm more concerned about your tone of voice, whether it will upset the Emperor and the other dukes.

We've arrived. We'll be the first to arrive.

It looks like~~~. We're right on schedule~~~

Do I have to be the youngest one to come first for these things?

So, I came early .

But we came a little too early. .......

Then we had to wait for about 30 minutes.

The first ones to arrive were Frank and José's father. The heads of the Lefebvre and Baudelaire families.

With a knight and a civil servant behind them, the room suddenly became densely populated.

Hey, good to see you. My son is indebted to you.

It's my pleasure. You've been very helpful.

Really?　You helped me with my engagement, too. Next time I'll do something for you in return.

You said you were explaining why I was helping you.

Well, it's not like I did anything wrong.

I'm the one who should thank you. I had given up on marrying you, Frank.

Well, we have a rule. Besides, taking a side room isn't valued very highly these days.

So that's the way it is with the nobility.

It's all Grandpa's fault.

Well, you busted that custom, too.

'Surely no one can blame the heroes for having four side-chambers.

What? Heroic: ...... And I'm not happy about the compliment.

So I'll take that as a compliment. Well, let's talk about the details in private.

At the meeting?　What, are you going to support me in a war-related way?

I understand.

Oh, they're already here?

When I got a word with the master of Baudelaire and Lefebvre, my father arrived as if he was waiting for me.

He has two knights and a civilian with him.

We've just arrived.

Yeah. That's good. So you're Hermann. You take care of Leo.

Yes, sir.

Dad put out his hand and Hermann shook it shyly.

”Helena tells me you're very strong. She's very strong, isn't she?　Why don't you come over to my place if you want?　I'll give you a higher salary than Leo~

Hey,

Just kidding. We have Lars. No problem.

Then he clapped the knight behind him on the shoulder.

That's Hermann's father, for your information.

The right-hand man of House Forster, the famed House Caroon. The right-hand man of the Forster family, the famous Karoon family.

Well, it was Leo who made it stronger.

Nurturing yourself is a different thing to do.

'Well, he's a man who builds schools because he's short-staffed.

”Yeah. I forgot. I wanted to talk to you about it today. Will you admit three of my countrymen to that school every year?　You know, I won't say free of charge, but we'll cover our share of the school's operating expenses.

Ten percent!　Ten percent for just three people?

''Okay, but ...... on the contrary, are you sure you want the three of us to get ten percent out of it alone?''

What. I can learn non-attribute magic for cheap. Besides, we're a bit short on civilians.

Oh, you went for non-attribute magic.

Anyway. It's not like we're trying to keep it secret.

The war chest is more important right now.

I see. Okay, that's fine. We'll talk later.

Yes, sir.

”Wait. I'd like to be a part of this. I'd like to have the same offer.

Yes, sir.

The Baudelaires and the Lefebvre will make 20 percent of the money together, which is a lot of money.

Well, this is not a bad deal for both of us.