Margrave’s Bastard Son was The Emperor Chapter 12

Episode 12. proposal

While Chell went to the dressing room, only Ian and Molly remained in the living room.

“If you cross the border-”

Quiet living room. The sound of clinking dishes was pleasant to hear. Ian also raised his head at Moline’s casual tone.

“I will miss this place a lot.”

“Because you can’t leave your hometown even after death.”

Was the answer too unchildlike? He thought about it for a moment, but Moline didn’t seem to care much.

“You seem very interested in the capital.”

“I guess. “Don’t all Bariel citizens want to step foot on the capital city at least once?”

The significance of the Imperial Palace and the Holy See was special. It was like the starting point of patriotism and the final station of pilgrimage.

Even excluding these grand reasons, the capital held small festivals and events every month. It would be a dream-like, splendid place for a child, and especially for a bastard from a poor family.

“It’s a shame. If you cross the border in a couple of months, you won’t have any chance. “Then, has Master Chell ever been to the capital?”

Ian smiled brightly and shrugged his shoulders.

Probably not? Because this was the farthest outskirt from the capital.

The social debut of Bariel noble children was the emperor’s responsibility. Every year, on a day in the fall when rice is at its most beautiful, a grand party is held for the fledgling nobles who are about to have their coming-of-age ceremony.

“well. “I think it will take more time.”

After a year or two, Chell and Ian were old enough to debut in the social world. However, I couldn’t make any promises for next year when I didn’t know what would happen tomorrow.

“If you have time, please ask the Count to take a trip to the capital. Master Chell may have many opportunities, but Ian does not.”

The nuance emphasized Chell in a strange way. As if he was trying to provoke me by comparing my situation with his.

But Ian calmly accepted it. I wanted to stop rambling and just get to the point, but everything has an order.

“It’s still not enough and I have a lot to learn. “I don’t think I can even think about it.”

But Moline was skeptical. It doesn’t look like he’s so intelligent that he’ll be struggling just because he can’t separate a single letter.

Ian asked with a bright smile.

“If I go to the capital, can I see the imperial palace?”

“of course. As for the young masters of Count Derga’s family, I will especially ask His Majesty Gale to issue an invitation. “Last time I saw you, you were curious about wizards, right?”

Moline’s eyes lit up. To determine whether Ian’s golden eyes were an illusion or not. But Ian didn’t notice because he was thinking about the name Gail.

‘No matter how much I think about it, the name seems familiar.’

“There are many great magical operators under His Majesty Gale. “It will definitely be a good meeting.”

“ah.”

Ian laughed awkwardly, covering his mouth with a napkin. It was thanks to the related words ‘Gale’ and ‘horsepower operator’. I remembered his name written beneath my faded memory.

“okay. “It will be a really good meeting.”

There are only two types of targets that an emperor must imprint on.

Either he made a great contribution or he was related to treason.

In particular, the latter should not have been neglected over time, as post-refund processing was important. Even after 100 years, periodic investigations were conducted to ensure that the blood line was truly broken.

‘Second Prince, Gale. He was a traitor. failed.’

There was a reason why it sounded particularly familiar. And if that’s Gale’s true identity… … .

“Why are you doing that?”

“no.”

Ian narrowed his eyes and looked at Moline.

By any chance, did you see traces of magical power in the parlor that day?

‘One of the main pillars of Gael’s rebellion was the Ministry of Magic.’

The impact it had on Ian was enormous.

This was an incident where a large number of valuable wizards were purged, and Emperor Ian bore the burden. At this time, there were close to 500 wizards, but in Ian’s generation, there were only about 100.

‘that’s right. So one time I tore the report into pieces. ‘Why did you bring in a wizard and give him that Sadal?’

It’s a little clearer now.

This is why Moline approaches Ian.

Seeing it coming out like this, it was clear that he had noticed something in the reception room. Since he is a magical power operator, he tries to appease talented people before they become wizards.

“You look uncomfortable somewhere.”

“no. just… … .”

Ian looked at Molly. In fact, whether or not Moline was convinced of his magic, it wasn’t a bad thing in Ian’s current situation. On the contrary, if you use it well, it is something to be welcomed.

Ian slowly touched the brooch on his chest as if showing off.

“My eyes are a little sore.”

And then he covered his mouth with his finger. To let you know that your conversation is being recorded with a brooch. They needed to share their thoughts silently.

“is it so? wait a minute.”

Moline was surprised for a moment, then stood up and walked over to the table. And he held up a small notepad and pen.

“Would you like to try this?”

“It’s eye drops. thank you.”

He sat down close to Ian, carefully handing him the note. The touch of sharpening the pen felt refreshing.

-Is it a magic stone?

Nod. Ian nodded in the affirmative. Moline touched her temple briefly, then frowned. It’s a valuable item even in the capital, so I wonder how a count on the border could have such a thing.

Sigh.

However, there was no hesitation in the hand of writing. I wrote down what I thought over and over again in my head.

-Want to cross the border?

Is that possible? Ian shook his head. The sound of a soup bowl being scraped was captured along with it.

-There is Chell who is in deficit, but it is unreasonable. Doesn’t Ian have a separate biological mother? The Countess won’t let you leave Bariel.

It matched the preface he had expected.

By mentioning the child’s only weakness, his birth mother, he pricked the repulsion deep in his heart. They want Ian to stay here instead of Chell.

‘If you saw me using magical power, as expected, I’m trying to draw you to Gale’s side and add strength to my power, but if not… … .’

Since they are traitors, there is only one thing.

This means that they will set up Ian as a scarecrow and eat up the Bratz family’s territory. Although management was a mess, the number of soldiers was several times higher than in other places.

Above all, the key to the success of a rebellion is a quick resolution. If we stationed here before other nobles on the border send reinforcements, we could aim for an effective deterrent.

‘But I doubt it. ‘What about Derga?’

One way or another, getting the Count’s cooperation was the quickest and surest way.

‘The current power is on the 1st prince’s side, so they are keeping Dergawa in check right now. The approach of the 2nd prince’s forces wouldn’t have been bad, right? He would not have mentioned treason right away, and would have only used it as a subtle form of power. However, considering that it was intended to trick Ian, it is natural that it failed.’

Although it was only a short time, Ian knew Derga.

How could someone so greedy and sensitive about life reject the second prince’s advances? It might be more persuasive if you hold off and walk a tightrope, but… . Judging by Moline’s attitude, it seems like she refused outright.

Ian looked at Molly with calm eyes.

-Are you saying you want to help me?

-If you want.

why?

Why is Derga not interested in the central power struggle?

At that moment, Ian remembered the document he had seen in the office. Military ratios so high that he doesn’t know how they roll. The tax was at a bomb level, but I wondered if I could handle it. It was so bad that I wondered if there were special resources in the territory.

‘This guy is this…? … .’

Could it be that the taxes paid to the imperial palace are being siphoned off?

If so, all the circumstances were correct. An attitude of trying not to get involved with the central government as much as possible, an abnormal economic structure, and even busy work during the non-farm season.

Knock knock.

Moline patted Ian’s arm to get his attention. It meant answering the last words written. Ian wrote a reply with his small hand.

-What do you want from me?

You speak well. Molin openly mentioned the golden eyes of that day.

-By any chance, Ian. Are you not a magic operator?

-I don’t know what you’re talking about.

Ian grabbed it right away. If it was discovered that he was still a magical power operator, there would be more harm than good. Moreover, the opponent is someone who is planning a rebellion on the back of the Ministry of Magic. It was wise for him to hide himself until he could protect himself.

Molin tapped the note in silence. The old man’s eyes were sharp, trying to catch lies.

-That’s a shame.

-Are you going to bite your horse because of that?

-It’s not even possible. We need Ian. If you help me, I will go to the capital and oppose Ian’s registration. Then there is no reason to cross the border.

“Are you comfortable in your clothes?”

At that time, Degor’s voice was heard from outside. It was a signal to end the conversation since they were definitely going inside.

Molly didn’t look embarrassed and put the notes in the ashtray. A small ember was put in there and sealed with a lid.

Squeak.

“uh?”

Chell, who had just adjusted her clothes, hesitated as she opened the door. That’s because the atmosphere is strangely stiff. Moline smiled kindly and welcomed her Chell.

“this. “As expected, the skills of the dressing room madam there are good.”

“Lord Degor gave it to me as a gift. “Thank you.”

“It’s because I spilled water. Come on, let’s finish eating. “Anyway, why doesn’t Mac come like this?”

As soon as I got out of bed, the door opened again. The security had gone away and Mac was alone.

“If you fall into a barrel, you won’t drown, but you will die from poison. “I asked him to taste it, so I sipped it and enjoyed it.”

Mac’s cheerful words immediately revived the luncheon atmosphere. Ian responded with a smile as he sliced ​​and ate the remaining meat, while Moline winked at her two subordinates.

‘How is it?’

‘As smart as expected.’

At the first luncheon, Moline conveyed Gael’s intentions to the Count, but Derga’s reaction was not very pleasant.

The moment I opened the door in confusion, I came face to face with Ian’s golden eyes. If done well, it is worth it. Especially if you are a magic operator, you were going to see this as a God-given opportunity.

But when they tell me it’s not a child… … .

‘Keep a close eye on me.’

Moline twitched her left eyebrow and gave instructions to Mac and Degor.

Meanwhile, Ian looked down at the fork in his left hand and the knife in his right, and it seemed as if he was holding both the Imperial Palace and the Celestial Clan in his hands.

Sigh.

Then the steak in the center would be bratz. If you use both at the same time, you will be able to cut it and eat it very cleanly.

“The meat tastes great as expected.”

Ian added a word and smiled in satisfaction. And she added casually:

“The guard is asleep, so I don’t think we can go far today. Should we take a walk in the park to digest things after eating? “I want to see the lake that Lord Morlin spoke of.”

fantasy,