I Became the Vassal the The Tyrannical Is Obsessed With

177 – Episode 177 the High Priest’s Strange Remarks

Episode 177: The High Priest’s Strange Remarks

“Marquis. I figured it out.”

“Is that really true?”

“Yes.”

Deep night.

Marlboro sat in front of his office desk and looked at his subordinate. He had a confident expression on his face.

Just two days ago, he instructed his subordinate to go to the Dark Intelligence Guild and find out the current residence of Empress Sun.

‘You figured it out in just two days?’

Doubts outweighed the joy of having obtained the information I wanted.

As Marlboro understood, the place where Empress Sun went for her recuperation was information that only a very few people, including her current Empress Cecilia, knew.

But a single intelligence guild figured it out in just two days?

“Are they trustworthy?”

“Yes. “They are one of the few people on the floor.”

The subordinate did not hesitate at all in his answer.

Marlboro let out a heavy groan.

There is no way this person would lie to me.

Hobbes, Marlboro’s handy subordinate, was so skilled and powerful that he could be counted among the five. In addition, he always showed his sincere side, so he was the person who was always called upon when important work had to be entrusted.

‘The information Hobbes asked about is reliable.’

After reaching a conclusion in his mind, Marlboro opened his mouth.

“So where did you say the late Empress is currently living?”

“It is said to be a small mansion in Keynham. I also heard that no one has seen him come out of the mansion for over a year.”

“Kaneham… Where is it?”

The Eckhart Empire was the empire occupying the largest territory on the Arsenia continent. There were so many regions, it was not easy to memorize them all.

… If Montersen had seen this, he would have complained and said he didn’t even know such a thing.

“It is located southeast of here, and it is said that it takes about 10 days by carriage.”

“You definitely went a long way. But how did they find out all that?”

Marlboro asked his subordinate as if interrogating him.

Then, the subordinate informed them that they were a group that was always trying to obtain information about key personnel.

“In particular, she said to have followed Her Majesty Empress Shen as she left her imperial palace as soon as she noticed it.”

“They are definitely skilled at that level.”

It was only then that the fog of doubt that had filled Marlboro’s mind seemed to be clear.

Now that we know the location, we have to choose the people who will carry out the kidnapping plan…

The imperial family has yet to make any move to dispatch a separate corps of knights. However, it was obvious that some knights would soon be dispatched to protect the Empress.

In other words, it means that you have to hit the player to have a chance of winning.

“I don’t have time to procrastinate.”

Marlboro kicked off his chair and stood up.

“Marquis. Is there anything else I need to do?”

“You go away now. From here on, I will make the move myself.”

The subordinate was able to vaguely guess why the Marquis was suddenly trying to move so urgently.

He suddenly asked me to find out the Empress Dowager’s residence of hers, and now he wants to make the move himself. It was clear to anyone that he was trying to harm Empress Sun.

And he decided not to think any further.

Because he needed no other virtue than being loyal to his master

“Yes, Marquis.”

As soon as his subordinate left the office, Marlborough quickly put on his coat and went out of the Marquis. He mounted his horse and headed to Guild Street, located on the eastern outskirts of Del Rezon.

When he arrived at Guild Street, he visited several guilds and found the most trustworthy one. The name of the guild was Black Knife.

He gave the leader of the Black Knife Guild an advance payment of 500 gold along with a request to kidnap the late Empress.

“If you succeed, I will pay you an additional 500 gold. And even if you kidnap them, be careful not to get hurt.”

“Since you gave me this much money, I have to do as requested.”

“I will send my men in 15 days.”

As Marlboro tried to get up, the guild leader asked a question.

“You have to tell me your subordinate’s name so I can know for sure who it is.”

“It’s M.”

“Yes, I will get better.”

Marlboro left the guild building and mounted a horse hitched nearby.

‘First of all, I have to inform the duke tomorrow.’

After thinking, Marlborough steered his horse towards the marquis.

* * *

Cecilia and I met with the high priest in the reception room.

He was an old man who appeared to be in his 70s, and the pure white beard on his chin was long enough to reach down to the solar plexus. The pure white priestly attire worn by the high priest was plain overall, but it had gold decorations on the sleeves, and the belts around both shoulders had colorful patterns.

It definitely oozes elegance, different from the priestly uniform worn by rank and file priests.

“Is that why you want to hold the ancestral rites in the front yard of the temple this year?”

“Yes.”

I heard that the original ancestral rites were held in a large chapel within the temple building.

Seeing the high priest’s concerns, Cecilia’s proposal must have been unconventional in many ways.

“It would be better to prepare in advance.”

Fortunately, the high priest’s worries did not last long. It was probably a decision that fully considered Cecilia’s previously stated intentions.

“We will do our best at our temple to realize His Majesty’s great wish that more people of the empire participate in the ancestral rites.”

“It may have been a bit of an unreasonable request, but I really appreciate you listening to it, High Priest.”

Cecilia then said that she would stop by the main temple sometime soon. The Minister concluded the first meeting by saying that he would set a date and notify it in advance.

“Your majesty. Did you say that the person sitting next to you is your immediate secretary?”

Contrary to my expectation that he would get up immediately, the high priest stared at me.

Why?

“Yes.”

“Looking at his eyes, he seems to be quite intelligent. Are you a talent personally selected by His Majesty?”

“Right. As you said, Luke is a truly intelligent secretary.”

You seem secretly happy?

The high priest listened to Cecilia’s answer and quietly nodded her head.

“And…”

The high priest’s head slowly turned towards Cecilia. What on earth are you trying to say by looking at Cecilia’s expression like that?

Cecilia also blinked her eyelids as if she was puzzled.

“I can sense that His Majesty cares very much about his secretary. The Secretary is also doing his best to be helpful to His Majesty.”

“!”

Unlike me, who was calm, Cecilia shook her shoulders.

“I’d like to say it’s not that bad, but… “I guess you can’t deceive your eyes of her when you have mastered her divine power of her.”

Well, I think I was definitely fooled.

But I deliberately kept her silent. If you talk for no reason here, there is a risk that your true intentions will be revealed.

The high priest looked at me and Cecilia in turn and smiled kindly.

That smile seemed to treat us like grandchildren.

Well, considering the age difference, it’s not unreasonable to feel that way.

“However, I think it would be good for His Majesty to keep a good secretary. There are more than one person who wants to be a secretary.”

“!”

This time I shook my shoulder.

Surely you didn’t discover my escape plan?

I carefully looked at the high priest’s expression her, but I couldn’t figure out what she was thinking.

“Hoo… I will keep that in mind.”

Meanwhile, Cecilia nodded her head with a very serious look on her face.

It would be difficult to take it seriously like that!

Only then did the minister stand up.

“Your majesty. We will contact you again as soon as possible.”

“Hmm. “I’m looking forward to it, High Priest.”

The high priest bowed to Cecilia, and I bowed to the high priest.

Cecilia could stand up straight, but since I was much lower than the high priest, it was natural for me to bow.

As the High Priest left the reception room, Cecilia looked at me.

“Luke.”

The corners of her mouth were strangely raised.

“Don’t you care who the people who want you are?”

“I don’t know.”

“Why are you so embarrassed?”

Ah, I guess you meant to make fun of me.

I took a step back and bent my waist at a right angle.

“How can I change my decision to be loyal to Your Majesty? I will only have eyes for Your Majesty.”

“…”

What? Why is there no response?

When I say this, it’s normal to be happy.

I slowly lifted her waist and looked at Cecilia, and she started. Because both of Cecilia’s cheeks she were flushed.

“Your Majesty?”

“Ah. Yeah, yeah. “Having said that makes me feel reassured.”

She suddenly turned her body, showing her embarrassment.

“Flora and Mulia will be waiting for you, so let’s go back quickly.”

With that, she strode toward the door of her drawing room. The gait was strangely awkward, so I laughed lightly to myself.

It’s getting cuter these days.

When I was first chosen as secretary, I never imagined that the day would come when I would think like this.

* * *

After returning to the office and working hard again, it was already 8pm.

“Everyone worked hard.”

Only with one word from Cecilia was everyone able to end their snowball fight with the documents.

Me and Flora stretched her, and Mulia let out a short sigh.

“Once the founding ceremony is over, I will let you go home at your normal time, so I hope you don’t complain too much.”

“Of course! “I can do anything for your Majesty!”

Flora answers with a lively voice.

After all, I have good physical strength.

“It’s okay, Your Majesty.”

“Yes. “I was already prepared, so it’s okay.”

Mulia and I answered in a relatively calm tone.

“You were even prepared.”

“That’s right. That way, no matter how much work comes my way, peace comes to my mind.”

“It’s a good posture.”

Cecilia looked satisfied.

Now it was time for everyone to leave the office.

I gathered my things and got up. At that time, Flora said that she wanted to ask Cecilia for permission to go out.

“What is the reason for going out?”

“I’m planning to order a dress for Mulia to wear to her Gun International Memorial Banquet.”

Come to think of it, she had mentioned in passing a few days ago that Flora should have her dress tailored in advance.

“Regarding that, I have an idea.”

As soon as Cecilia finished speaking, everyone turned to look at her.

“I’m thinking of bringing famous designers to the throne room this weekend. The dresses you and I will wear, as well as the tailcoat Luke will wear, are put together on the spot.”

“Oh! “I think that’s a really good idea!”

Flora clapped once.

“I will follow Your Majesty’s opinion.”

Mulia’s face also showed a look of anticipation.

And I expressed that I liked it just like them. It’s much more convenient to gather everyone in one place than to do it yourself.

“In that case, I should tell you to contact me right away.”

Cecilia immediately put her words into practice. After gathering the royal palace officials, she contacted and gave instructions to each clothing store.

And at this time, I didn’t know.

She said that Cecilia would suddenly show a tyrannical side.