Chapter 91 (2/2)

I would assume the King is in the top position and the Minister is the second in power of this country. From my position at the bottom, it is impossible to understand the full responsibilities of each of them. It’s like a minion of a large company trying to understand the job of the President.

I remember hearing something about the power of the nobility when I was at the school, but what I do know is that the Peni Empire is a very large country and has a very complex power structure in place. Thanks to my position as a commoner, I doubt I’ll ever fully understand that structure.

The nobility seems to be like typical nobles you’d find in any medieval setting.

Oh, more importantly, what is that blonde lolita trying to do?

It would be bad if she tried to say something to make me lose my reward.

I wouldn’t be able to save my home.

That would be the worst.

My assumption was entirely different than what she actually said.

“I will vouch for this man. Please, believe me.”

“What? You trust this man?”

“Yes. I swear on the honour of the FitzClarence name.”

“Fumu..”

The blonde haired lolita speaks in a formal tone.

Really, I’m just surprised she’s trying to defend me.

The noble mage also spoke up at this time.

“I feel the same way as the daughter of the FitzClarence family.”

Thanks to these two, the expression of the King seemed to relax.

Thank you both so much. It makes me happy seeing them vouch for me.

“I understand. I will believe in the words of Lord Fahren and the daughter of the FitzClarence family. You said your name was Tanaka? I’m truly grateful for the work you’ve done.”

A few surprised voices could be heard from the surrounding crowd.

Apparently, this was a really exceptional response from the King.

I just thought he was showing me his gratitude, but now I’m starting to feel nervous after hearing the reaction from the crowd. I’m starting to think if it wasn’t for those two speaking up, I may be going back to jail soon.

After all, this is a feudal society.

“Ahahaha! It’s more than you deserve when I’m just taking you at your word.”

Does this mean I’m safe?

“Is there anything you want?”

“I would like to thank you for believing in my words. However, it is as Lord Fahren said, this would have been impossible without every member of the party.”

That is the absolute truth.

It was only as a party that we were able to achieve this goal. Every member of the party was important. It makes me happy thinking about it. It’s a great feeling to accomplish something as a group.

It’s the kind of feeling I could never get while working for a company.

“The only reason we were able to achieve our goal, was because we all worked together. That’s why I wish for the reward to be divided equally among everyone. It is a humble request, but the only reward I want is money.”

“I see. If that is your wish, I am more than willing to grant it.”

“Thank you.”

Yes!

I was able to obtain the gold I needed.

I remember hearing rumours that the King was stingy, so I was unsure if he’d grant my request, but it appears he quickly accepted my request. I guess his daughter was really that important to him.

“Bring the reward here.”

The King says this.

In response, one of the knights nearby approached with a large metal box in his hands.

“To you, for the great service you have done for our country, I give you 1000 gold coins.”

“Haha! Thank you. I will receive it gratefully!”

With my head lowered, I received the metal box with both of my hands.

It was quite heavy.