I Became the Villain’s Master - Chapter 90

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Chapter 90

“Kiing!”

[Mistress! Are you going to leave me again? You’re a bad mistress after all!]

At that moment, Snow, who had been hiding in the garden, quickly ran out and sent a message.

“It’s a fox! It could be a monster, so be on your guard!”

[Those humans are also full of deceit. Mistress!]

I watched Snow, who was shouting while slipping through the hands of the people, and put my hand to my forehead.

* * *

The Imperial Palace, the office.

Ailt was reporting on state affairs to Cedric.

After finishing the report on the surrounding political situation and financial matters, Ailt mentioned the recent problems that had been emerging.

The case of the monster attack that occurred in the capital square.

The situation was over when Kiris appeared and subdued the monster in an instant, but the incident that occurred in the heavily guarded capital square was a serious matter.

“It is said that the recent monster attack in the capital is related to the suspicious movements of the monsters.”

Cedric nodded with a serious expression.

“Yes, I heard. Any casualties?”

“Fortunately, no one was hurt, but… it is said that the imperial people are afraid.”

“Of course. It happened in the capital. But don’t worry. Chancellor. Have you found out what I ordered?”

“Yes, Your Highness.”

Cedric had ordered an investigation into the ‘Forest of Darkness’ the day before. Ailt was slightly impressed by Cedric’s insight and added an explanation.

“…According to what I have found out, the radius of activity of the monsters operating in the ‘Forest of Darkness’ has expanded.”

The ‘Forest of Darkness’ was known as the base of the monsters.

This area, which is partly adjacent to the territory of Duke Eckart, is a polluted land where the remnants of the ancient era of the Great Demon remain.

That’s why it’s known as the habitat of monsters, but recently, it’s said that they’ve been leaving this place and attacking villages.

Of course, the Eckart ducal family has been sending the young duke Terrion to subdue them, but the anxiety of the imperial people is gradually increasing.

“Hmm. Is that so? As expected, I was right.”

At Ailt’s report, Cedric brushed back his blonde hair and made a worried expression.

“It’s okay to use the treasury, but I think it’s better to increase the number of monster subjugation personnel.”

“I will do so. Then, about this monster incident….”

“Ah. We should ask the Magic Tower for help. There’s no one who knows monsters better than the mages.”

“Really, is that okay?”

“Yes. For the sake of the imperial people, I should know how to bend even as a monarch. Don’t you think so?”

“…I understand.”

Ailt stared at Cedric, who was smiling with an unfamiliar expression.

To be sure, Cedric hadn’t liked mages much since his sister died. He only knew that it was related to his sister’s death, but he didn’t know the details.

‘He’s going to be the emperor soon.’

However, after the return of the Tower Lord, he began to interact with him by holding a banquet to celebrate his return.

The nobles thought that Cedric was laying the groundwork for his succession to the throne.

Ailt could understand Cedric well enough. It was because Cedric felt that much responsibility.

Since matters related to monsters were usually handled by asking the Magic Tower for help, Ailt didn’t think it was a big deal.

“Then, I shall take my leave. Your Highness.”

As Ailt bowed his head and was about to leave his seat, Cedric’s voice caught him.

“Ah, and. Send a letter to the Eckart ducal family. I’ll send a knight directly from the Imperial Palace.”

“But Your Highness. They say that young duke is making good progress in the subjugation….”

With a nervous expression, Ailt looked at Cedric. Cedric raised the corners of his mouth and waved his hand.

“The Duke of Eckart has been loyal to the empire for a long time, so he will understand my feelings well. Let him know that.”

Ailt couldn’t refute any further. As he left the office, Ailt was lost in thought for a moment.

He knew that the Eckart ducal family had been loyal to the empire for a long time, but it was unusual for a knight to be sent directly to the ducal territory.

“Chancellor. I have received a letter from the Kanilaen family.”

Ailt, who had been walking absentmindedly, received the letter from the bowing attendant.

“From the family?”

Ailt tilted his head and opened the letter.

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