I Became the Master of the Empress

87 – Episode 87

I sit down on the sofa and open my mouth.

“What happened to Princess Joy?”

As far as I remember, when Princess Joy recalled being kidnapped, she nodded to Agrippa.

“We retrieved the princess and arrested her assassin. And through the torture, I found out that Ioanes was behind it, but there was no proper evidence.”

I nod my head at those words.

It’s a little disappointing.

If I had left evidence, I could have just let him go this time.

No matter how much the leader of the emperor faction or Ezip and Epirus exist…

If an attempt was made to assassinate the emperor, it would be a crime so serious that many nobles and cities would rise up.

If we had just the evidence, we would have been able to take down the imperial faction really easily.

But he is not a fool and says he will assassinate the emperor. It’s a bit funny to leave evidence behind.

“Yeah… I thought so. “Is there anything else going on?”

He probably gave them a warning to send Theodora out.

Agripa looks a little embarrassed at my words.

“Rep. Alexander keeps coming and making unreasonable demands.”

Is this an unreasonable request? That old man?

That old man, who is quick at calculating numbers, wouldn’t be able to ask for something unreasonable due to his personality, right?

“Is that possible? How quick is that old man at calculating? “Can he possibly ask for something unreasonable?”

In response to my words, Agrippa carefully explains the whole story.

-Pisik.

“Hey, what is it? “I am again”

I thought they were making really unreasonable demands.

This may have just been a claim that they were not the criminals.

And then what…

When he saw that Agrippa was angry, he probably waved him and put strong pressure on him, thinking that he would benefit if he did well.

It is not for nothing that an old man serves as vice-chairman of the Imperial Council.

Because he was capable, he rose to vice-chairman.

And at that moment, a thought comes to mind and I smile.

This is it.

When I first killed Valorant and negotiated with Alexander.

I remember Alexander looking at me lightly, shaking me and making unreasonable demands.

It was the same back then.

However, I remember that they realized that if they went too strong on this side, it would lead to catastrophe, so they did not make unreasonable demands.

The intention is to gain a lot by deliberately suppressing the initiative.

And if you come up with a correct opinion, doesn’t it feel like you’re blurting out your own weaknesses and making your argument stronger, like a snarky snake?

Plus, he is quite sharp and capable.

As my current base is the Grand Duchy, I can say that I dominate other powers in the military aspect.

Strong army and capable commander.

But other than that… Honestly, it has to be seen as being of a very low standard.

I know basic politics, diplomacy, and law, but it is literally at a basic level.

Agripa, who is in front of me, knows a lot about politics, diplomacy, and administration, but using it appropriately is a secondary matter.

To summarize, it would be fair to say that there is a big difference in experience.

Honestly, Alexander… I covet him.

Currently, he serves as Minister of Foreign Affairs and although he has Victor, I personally think he is not as good as Alexander.

“But they tried to recruit you?”

Agripa frowns as if he is not in a good mood at my words.

“Yes.”

Plus, he has the insight to quickly catch the loopholes in our forces and bring Agrippa under his wing.

But our Agrippa is a loyal and just man.

It must be a shame. Alexander.

Honestly, I want it.

I heard that Alexander’s son was also quite clever.

If I were to take over the Kingdom of Nicaea, I would want to keep them by my side and treat them as slaves… No, as subjects for generations to come.

If Agrippa leads the army, I govern internal affairs, and Alexander conducts diplomacy…

Ah…!

Just by imagining it, you can hear the sound of the empire becoming richer and stronger.

Well, it may be difficult right now, but I think it will be possible later.

“Thank you.”

When I expressed my gratitude, Agrippa waved his hand and said:

“No. Of course, I received great favor from His Highness the Grand Duke. “How can I betray you?”

I say those words with a gentle smile.

“Thank you for saying that. But shall we tackle the urgent fire first? Ask Agrippa Alexander to see you for a moment.”

Agripa speaks with a worried expression upon hearing my words.

“Well… I heard you just woke up. Are you okay?”

I nod my head at those words.

“Of course it’s okay. And since Alexander caused you pain this time, shall I try to inflict pain on him?”

***

Alexander is in a good mood recently.

Even though the assassination failed, if the regent of the Grand Duchy was bad at diplomacy or dialogue and could be swayed just a little more…

I feel good knowing that I can bring a small benefit to my home country.

‘Even if he officially announced his marriage to Princess Joy, it wouldn’t mean much.’

Anyway, since it is a contract signed in secret between the Emperor faction and the Anti-Emperor faction, I expect that they will keep it unless they want to undermine the credibility of the Anti-Emperor faction.

Although they were at odds with each other for quite some time, they kept their contract.

No matter what loss you suffer.

-Knock knock!

[Congressman. A person came from the imperial palace. This is an invitation from General Agrippa.]

Unexpected situation.

Someone who probably wants to avoid me at all costs is calling him…

“Sheesh. “It looks like the Archduke has woken up.”

Debian.

Although he is still young, he is skillful and knows how to act both violently and moderately when necessary.

And when negotiating with him. He doesn’t fall for his trap and smiles a subtly creepy smile.

It is difficult to know what is inside and it is not easily shaken.

Alexander thinks.

It is not easy to engage in diplomatic warfare with such an opponent.

In addition, our argument would have been reported to Debian through Agrippa.

In other words… It won’t be as easy as Agrippa since you’ll have had time to deal with it.

‘What. We achieved our goal, so we should be satisfied with this.’

Alexander, who had never thought of sending Princess Joy away in the first place, gave up his regrets and stood up.

“I’ll be leaving soon.”

Alexander leaves the council chamber wearing his overcoat and soon boards the imperial carriage.

***

After confirming that Debian woke up.

He even gave me an idea of what he was talking about with Agrippa and headed to the Archduchy.

“Your Majesty the Emperor.”

Lucius, Müller calls me with a deathly expression.

“Are you here? “There are a lot of documents that require payment now, so please hurry.”

“Your Majesty! I am requesting that the Treasury make a quick payment as the damage will be great if I do not sign by tomorrow.”

Those words make his head hurt.

How on earth did Debian live like this?

“I understand.”

I sat down in the Debian chair and reviewed the documents.

Looking at so many numbers and letters gives me a headache.

In addition, you need to check whether the numerical calculations are correct.

Ugh…

Debian just scans and points out if the numbers are wrong…

No, I was astonished to see him mentally calculate addition, subtraction, and multiplication and division for numbers over 10,000.

I think I understand now.

If you do it every day, you can calculate it by eye…

“Whoa…”

My head hurts from unfinished work.

“Your Majesty… I am truly sorry. This is the sentence in which the death penalty was passed by this court. “I ask the Ministry of Justice to review it by tomorrow so that the execution can be carried out next week.”

I feel nervous about those words, but I force myself to hold back and speak.

“Leave it there.”

Documents piled up on the corner of the desk.

Am I ugly? Or is Debian too proud?

When he worked for a long time, the documents did not pile up to this extent.

I understand that Agrippa also approved it at some point.

But as each day passed, I became afraid as I saw more and more documents.

I even feared that the empire might become paralyzed if that happens.

“I think the real emperor suits Debian better than me.”

-Pisik.

Rather than working hard at a headache every day, I think it wouldn’t be a bad idea to leave everything to Debian, which is highly capable, and raise my children.

Anyway, he is much more capable than me.

It’s helpful to the empire, and I’m glad I don’t get caught up in work.

It sure doesn’t seem bad.

Ever since I was young, I have dreamed of seeing my parents living in harmony.

I want to live with such beautiful love.

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I remember wanting to be like my mother, wisely supporting her husband and being a good mother to her children.

Can we take care of the assassins first and then think about it slowly?

I sit like that for a long time, holding up documents, checking them, and signing them repeatedly.

“Debian also woke up today… Is this enough?”

***

“What? “Theodora nursed me every day?”

When I asked again whether the creepy words were true, Agrippa nodded.

“Yes. “His Majesty the Emperor personally nursed His Highness the Grand Duke.”

“That… Can’t be? “Is she that power-crazy woman?”

No. There must be some kind of scheming.

Or perhaps he protected me because he realized that his political foundation would be shaken if I died? Or was nursing just an excuse… And trying to kill me?

No… If you look at the way I cried when I woke up, that might not be the case.

“You are speaking too harshly. “He took care of me with such sincerity.”

He reflects on whether Agrippa’s reprimand may be a bit harsh, but the image of Theodora, the tyrant he saw in his dream, does not leave his mind.

“It seems like you have been very blessed. Although it is an arranged marriage, His Majesty the Emperor is extremely devoted. “It is the red robe of the empire and family.”

“Is that so…?”

At that moment, a transparent crystal ball caught my eye.

“Huh? “Is the light ball okay?”

I was surprised that the light ball I threw at the assassin seemed fine.

“Yes. Luckily it didn’t break.”

I feel a little relieved by those words.

-Knock knock!

“Who?”

When I answer, I hear a man’s voice coming from the door.

[Rep. Alexander visited.]

At those words, Agrippa’s eyes met mine.

“Come on in.”