I Became the Vassal the The Tyrannical Is Obsessed With

Episode 3 Sudden Departure to the Imperial Palace (2)

Episode 3 Sudden Departure to the Imperial Palace (2)

In the work, the Eckhart Empire was only dealt with once in an episode.

The main character, Russell, and his party visited the Eckhart Empire for a new request and tourism, but the Empire was already in a state where the lives of its citizens were devastated by Empress Cecilia’s tyranny. On the other side, protests were taking place that demanded a war of aggression.

Russell and his party agonized over whether they should return, but decided to realize their plan while finding money entrusted to them through a secret bank by a duke of another empire who sponsors them.

While they silently carry out their plan, Cecilia wages a war of aggression against her neighbors, and the empire is quickly plunged into chaos.

It was because there was no force to stop the empress who had become a tyrant.

Russell’s party decided that he could not stay here any longer, so he decided to leave the Eckhart Empire. At that time, a boy who had become an orphan could not be left unattended, so he took him in. The boy grew up and later became an active member of their team.

And what happened to the Eckhart Empire?

Several kingdoms that were looking for the land of the empire united and attacked at the same time, and completely captured the empire.

‘Because it was set up that it happened only four years after Cecilia ascended the throne… ….’

About half a year has passed since she ascended the throne.

That means, if things go on like this, the Eckart Empire will disappear from the map in 3 years and 6 months!

Is this really correct?

I wanted to ask that, but there was no one around to ask.

I can’t reveal that I’m the possessor…….

My parents, who have no way of knowing my insides, were in the middle of preparing for a celebration party as they announced last night.

The party is held in the garden.

It was the most spacious place in our mansion.

My father and older brother were busy moving furniture such as tables and chairs with the employees, and my mother was discussing food for the party with the chef.

In the first place, since I was the main character of the celebration party, I was absent from all work.

Cyril, the youngest member of my family, came to my room and said,

“Her brother. If you go to Delerson, buy me some of these things.”

He handed me a piece of paper right away.

There was an exhaustive list of all kinds of dresses and accessories.

“Isn’t this too much?”

“I hear you get a lot of money working for the imperial family.”

“Shouldn’t I have money to live there, brother?”

When I asked back, Cyril showed signs of pondering for a moment. She then looked at me and she grinned.

“Then buy me half of this here.”

“After all, asking to buy doesn’t change.”

I was still the immature maknae, but that’s why I felt cute.

“Anyway, shouldn’t I pick out a dress soon?”

“I was just about to choose one with Mary. Then I’ll go alone.”

As Cyril waved her hand eagerly, she urged her to take care of the list she had written.

“Okay, let’s go now.”

After Cyril left, silence returned to my room.

I let out a long sigh.

As I thought of the dark future, a gloomy feeling came over me again.

“What should I do in the future… ….”

* * *

Is it because of worries about the future?

Even when I say hello to the people of Yeongji who have gathered to celebrate my trip to the imperial palace.

Even if I offer a toast in front of them, revealing my false aspirations.

Even if you force yourself to laugh among them.

I couldn’t feel any joy at all. No. It is not an exaggeration to say that it looks like a beggar.

‘How to work under that tyrannical empress… ….’

I was sitting some distance away from the garden and sipping wine because I was tired. Even though the main character of the party was absent, the villagers were enjoying the party with my family, laughing and chatting happily.

How nice it would be if I could feel comfortable like that.

“Ha ha.”

“Why are you sighing so much?”

I turned her head to see Emma smiling at me. With a brand new bottle of wine in one hand.

“I’ll sit next to you.”

At that moment there was an empty chair, so Emma sat down.

“Would you like a drink?”

“Then thank you.”

I filled her empty glass with wine. We toasted quietly.

“Why are you so sullen? Are you worried?”

As soon as I drank the wine in one gulp, Emma asked a question. I was afraid of this, so I deliberately sat alone, away from the crowd.

On the contrary, I ended up worrying about Emma.

“What…… Yes.”

I nodded moderately.

I can’t tell the truth even if Emma is my best childhood friend. It’s big that you’re not sure that you’ll believe me in the first place.

Emma looked at me like that, then she turned her head toward the night sky.

“There must be a lot of people there, unlike here, right?”

“I will.”

“There must be a lot of shops.”

“Maybe.”

“There must be many stylish gentlemen and beautiful noble ladies, right?”

“… ….”

When I didn’t answer anything, Emma turned her gaze in this direction again.

“What do you mean?”

Even though she spoke in a slightly curt tone, Emma responded in a calm and soft voice.

“I was curious about what you are worried about. So I asked a lot of questions.”

“Your questions were all about Delesson’s expectations?”

I replied, and Emma laughed bashfully.

“Aren’t you drunk already?”

“That can’t be. We drank together at the coming-of-age ceremony.”

Since we were the same age, we had our coming-of-age ceremony on the same day. The place of the coming-of-age ceremony was the central hall of our mansion.

The coming-of-age ceremony was nothing special.

On the first day of March, all they had to do was to gather 19-year-old men and women from the village, declare that they had become adults, and pray for blessings for their future.

Finally, the only priest in the village sprinkled holy water on our faces, ending the coming-of-age ceremony and immediately afterward, a banquet was held.

It was far from the old-fashioned banquet that only invited noble families, and was more like a neighborhood party.

A party no different from the celebration party for my trip to the imperial palace that is being held right now.

I looked down at the empty glass. Then Emma filled my glass with wine.

“Thank you.”

“Can I have a drink too?”

I also poured wine into her glass and toasted quietly.

“What are you worried about?”

Emma took a sip of wine and asked a question in a relaxed tone.

What am I supposed to answer here?

That said, it was a bit difficult to say that I wasn’t worried. Even though Emma and I have known each other for close to 10 years, there’s no way she can’t figure out how I feel.

I cast her glance at her insinuatingly. The blue eyes looking this way were sparkling with anticipation.

What kind of answer is he expecting?

However, even if they are childhood friends, it is impossible to tell them everything as they are.

“Whoa.”

He let out a long sigh.

It’s so sad that I can’t understand this cramped feeling.

“Are you worried about many things?”

“Yeah, what… ….”

It sucks.

Having lost my appetite, I gulped down the wine. Even so, the cramped inside didn’t ease in the slightest.

Damn it.

“It’s too sudden, and I don’t know what kind of work I’ll be in charge of at the imperial palace…….”

“I see. I think the country will too.”

Of course, the biggest concern was how to work under the tyrannical empress and how to prepare a plan to survive before the Eckhart Empire collapsed.

But there were many other things to worry about.

In addition to what I said before, where will you live, what will your salary be, and so on.

Since you work at the imperial palace, the salary must be higher than anywhere else.

But the money will have to be used to fund an escape in the future…….

Really, the more I think about it, the more I feel like I’m falling into a pit.

“But what can you do if you only worry about it?”

I heard what Emma said,

“Huh?”

I asked in a stupid voice.

“Now you look like um…… You look like someone who buys and worries.”

“But it’s because I can’t help but worry.”

“Is it difficult to tell me too?”

At Emma’s direct question, I nodded my head once.

“I see… ….”

Emma makes a strangely pouting voice.

Apparently my reaction was a bit misunderstood.

“Because I can’t even tell my parents about this.”

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“Are you ashamed of being a man?”

“Why is the story leaking there?”

When I laughed out loud, Emma covered her mouth and giggled.

Ah, could this be what you were aiming for?

And my prediction was exactly right.

“Are you finally getting a reaction like you?”

Emma set her glass down on the table next to her. Then she turned her upper body so that she was facing me.

“Is Master Luke the kind of person who was so worried? He’s not the Master Luke I knew.”

“Yes. I know I’m not like that.”

“Boss Luke is liked not only by the lord, but also by everyone in the village. Perhaps the people of the imperial family will like Master Luke as well.”

“Emma… ….”

“I don’t know what you’re worried about, but I don’t think you need to weigh yourself down too much. That’s not like you right?”

Emma’s coy smile reflected in the moonlight made me suddenly feel light on her shoulders.

Yes. If you think about it, that is the future at least three years and six months from now.

That means you can buy yourself plenty of time to prepare!

“Thanks, Emma. Thanks to you, my heart is much lighter.”

“I’m glad.”

Emma got up from her chair and she looked at me.

“Luke.”

When I stood up, in an instant, she was looking up at me.

“Please send me a letter from time to time.”

Ah. I’m sorry you broke up.

But you still comfort me.

As expected, Emma has an angelic heart.

“I will. I’ll take a vacation from time to time to see my family and come see you too.”

“Yes.”

The way he nodded his head was so cute that I couldn’t help but smile. Just then, a loud voice rang from the side where the party was taking place.

“Brother! If you want to take my daughter, write the marriage registration first!”

He was Emma’s father.

“Uh huh. You. I was too drunk.”

He didn’t stop talking even when his father tried to stop him.

“Go to the imperial palace and succeed in life! Because my daughter is also looking forward to seeing the young master!”

“Oh, Dad! Stop!”

Emma’s cheeks turned red as she shouted,

“Emma. Your cheeks are red.”

People burst into laughter at someone’s word. I laughed too, and Emma, who was sulking, eventually got infected with laughter as well.

Thanks to that, I was able to enjoy the party until the end in a pleasant atmosphere.

* * *

The next day.

All my family came out the front door to see me off on the day I had to leave early in the morning.

My mother, older brother, and Cyril all greeted me and told me to take care of myself and have a good trip. Finally, my father put his thick hands on my shoulders.

“Luke. Remember what Abby said. If you are born as a man, you must achieve your big dream.”

“Yes, Father.”

“Hmm. Good night.”

After waving to my family, I climbed into the waiting carriage. When the coachman instructed the driver to start, the carriage began to slowly move forward.

It’s a fairly sudden trip to the imperial palace, but what can it be?

“Let’s do well.”

I uttered my decision.

-Continued