Chapter 161

Episode 161:

The Marquis of Easton’s office was simpler than expected.

In a space of just over 1 pyeong, there is a desk, a chair, a small sofa to welcome guests, and even a bookshelf full of books.

Considering that the offices of barons and viscounts are at least 3 pyeong in size and filled with all kinds of fancy items, looking at the Marquess of Easton’s office, you can see how frugal he lives.

“The Marquis is still the same.”

Count Warrug looked around his office and smiled bitterly.

It was true that the marquis had a frugal personality.

Aside from that, however, there were reasons why he had no choice but to become frugal.

Because he lives in the South.

The southern part of the country was famous for being harsh.

Even merchants did not visit and the doors were only open once every three months, so no matter how much money you had, it was difficult to spend that money.

And even if he had money, he couldn’t use it for himself.

Not only did they have no means of making money, but running the estate was also difficult.

If it were not for the tax exemption and supply from the royal family and the support of several nobles, the Marquis of Easter would not have gone bankrupt.

Having a strong military and having a lot of money were two different things.

“For things to remain the same, there has to be something to change.”

The Marquis of Easter patted Count Warrug on the shoulder with a kind smile.

“How is it that you seem to be feeling better every day? “Did you eat something good without me knowing?”

“ha ha ha. I wish there was such a thing. “I can’t think of a better elixir for me and the knights to make my body feel better just by eating it.”

“I guess so.”

Their conversation was quite pleasant.

Earl Warrug and the Marquess of Easton had known each other for quite some time.

They became friends when Count Warrug rushed to the southern front to test his strength.

And the Marquess of Easton also opened his heart to the actions of Earl Warrug, often helping and providing support.

After that, I met and talked with Count Warrug, who was coming to the supply unit.

“Thank you for coming to my request.”

“no. “It’s the Marquis’s request, so of course you have to come.”

However, Count Warrug has been so busy recently that he has been unable to meet with him at all, but it is said that things have calmed down a bit and he has been able to move around.

“But who is behind it?”

“ah. Say hello. “This man here is the Marquess of Easton, who has been protecting the South for decades.”

“It’s an honor to meet you.”

“And the Marquis will know this place well. Millennium’s…”

“Ah, that bastard!”

He pretended to know, banging his fist against his palm.

But what he knows is really…

“Marquis.”

“Oh, right. I’m sorry. “I said nonsense in front of the person involved.”

He scratched his head and apologized to me.

Still, he couldn’t hide his curiosity as he glanced at me.

‘Information would have been almost cut off here.’

It was clear that the available sources only told us very important information, excluding me and other minor rumors.

I knew that the information here was three months old rather than the latest, so I just assumed that was the case and moved on.

It was a matter of showing through direct action that I was not incompetent.

“Now then, let’s sit down and have a chat…”

“Commander, we’re in big trouble!”

The Marquis’ face hardened at the words of the soldier who burst through the door.

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Puuuuu –

The sound of the trumpet rang out in all directions.

In the distance, a barbarian with visible tattoos on his upper body was blowing a trumpet.

Seeing this, the vassals of Easton who rushed towards him frowned.

“What on earth is going on?”

“Have the barbarians ever been like that once or twice? “I guess this time, I’ll go crazy for battle like usual.”

“How long do I want to die this time?”

They were sighing deeply.

The battle with the barbarians was an exhausting one.

The number of barbarians was endless.

Even if dozens of people were killed each day, as if they were born again, the next time, more barbarians would come out than the number of people killed.

It was as if he was born for a battle of death and death.

“Haha, fortunately, supplies arrived today.”

“okay? I asked when he would come, and it looks like he came this time. Fortunately. “The last supply was cut in half because we were attacked by monsters in the middle.”

“Wow, it’s scary to even think about that time.”

Whenever they think about that time, they say they are sick and tremble.

For them, supplies were like a lifeline.

As supplies dwindle or fail, their lifeline also dwindles.

No matter how strong a knight is, he needs to eat to gain strength.

Therefore, they were very sensitive to supply.

“I heard that there was no loss in supply, so we could have expectations.”

“I’m really looking forward to that!”

“But who was in charge of supply this time? “If they come without major damage, it means that they are quite strong.”

“I heard that Lord Bane is responsible for this supply.”

At his continued words, the bodies of the retainers who were accompanying him stiffened.

He screamed, grabbing the man’s shoulder.

“Is that really true? “Lord Bane is here?!”

“That’s right. It’s true. “But why is this happening?”

“Are you saying you don’t know who Lord Bane is? “That Lord Bane!”

“What the hell is that Bane… huh? No way…”

“Yes, no way! “The sword master who single-handedly defeated Reid!”

“Mi crazy! run!”

They hurriedly ran into the command tent.

Then, as he glanced around the tent, his eyes stopped on a man with a majestic physique.

“It’s an honor to meet you Lord Bé Bane!”

They shouted at Bane at the same time.

Their faces were filled with excitement as they placed their fists on their chests.

“Oh yeah.”

Count Warrug waved his hand and made them return to their seats.

“It looks like everyone is here, so let’s start the meeting.”

The Marquis opened his mouth while looking at the retainers standing in place.

I watched their meeting with Count Warrug from a corner of the tent.

“The scouting party has received information that the barbarians’ movements are unusual. “They’re probably trying to get behind us first.”

“Then I guess all those actions are meant to steal our attention.”

“yes. So, we need to create a raid team to deal with their advance party in the middle and block their plan.”

As he said that, the Marquis looked this way.

To be precise, he looked at Count Warrug, who was watching the meeting with his arms crossed.

“And the raiding team is Lord Bane. “I think that alone is enough… Do you have any other opinions?”

“Lord Bane is enough….”

“Is there any way he could fail to step forward?”

There was not a single person who opposed the Marquis’ words.

Because they also know the power of Count Warrug.

It’s impossible not to know.

Whenever he visited the South, he would solve the problems they were unable to do.

On the contrary, there were some who considered it an honor for him to take on this task.

“What do you think, Bane?”

“It’s an order, so I have to do it. “I just have one favor to ask.”

“ask?”

“yes. I’d like to take this guy and a few other people with me. “It will help.”

“Hmm…”

At his words, the Marquis of Easton passed him and looked at me.

He glanced over my body and then nodded.

“I guess that’s the case if you are. I’m sorry to send you alone. “Okay.”

“thank you.”

Count Warrug lowered his head, and only then did I hear the muttering sounds of his vassals who saw me.

“Who is he?”

“Seeing you with Lord Bane, you don’t seem like an ordinary person.”

Their views were not negative.

They were looking at me with favorable eyes, as if I had won a lot of points just by Count Warrug’s recommendation.

“Then, here…”

The

entrance to the barracks fluttered, and the thick smell of blood irritated my nose.

I thought they were enemies, but the faces of the vassals and the marquis were very calm.

It was as if he was facing a familiar situation.

Boom boom!

The ground is shaking.

A head so large that it made the spacious command barracks feel stuffy came inside.

And next to him, a man slightly smaller than his head placed his head on the ground.

“Mid-level warrior Lanos. “I would like to inform you that I have just returned.”

“Okay, good job. “Let’s leave that head to the rangers and listen to it later.”

“insect!”

He knelt on the ground and slowly stood up.

Then he looked around as if he was looking for something.

“omg!”

His head stopped at Count Warrug, and his body stiffened.

After moving his stiff body for a moment, he approached and bowed his head towards Count Warrug.

“Meet Lord Bane!”

He was so nervous that his voice was distorted.

Even I, who was next to him, frowned for a moment at the sound.

He must have acknowledged his mistake as he quickly covered his mouth and lowered his head again.

“I’m sorry! I will pay for this sin with death!”

Then, Count Warrug placed a hand on his shoulder as he was about to pull out his sword.

“Why are you trying to kill me with something like that? It’s been a while. “It’s good to see you’re stronger than before.”

“This is all thanks to Lord Bane!”

It was like a huge fan looking at a celebrity.

His lips trembled as he looked at his shoulder, where Count Warrug’s hand was resting.

Although it is as big as a bear, it acts like a child.

‘You have a handsome face… but why does it look so familiar?’

He had red eyes and masculine appearance, and even though it was my first time seeing him, he seemed familiar to me for some reason.

While I was tilting my head, not knowing why, the Marquis spoke.

“Okay then, this concludes the meeting. “Lord Bane, you just need to select people to accompany you and report to me.”

“All right.”

He looked back and forth at Count Warrug and Marquis Easton, who were nodding, and shouted in haste.

“What does this mean? Companionship! Are you saying Lord Bane is going to the front lines?”

“If the raid is also a front, that can be said.”

“Then please include me in that unit!”

“you?”

Count Warrug tilted his head as he spoke while pounding his chest.

Then he hurriedly began listing the benefits of using himself to change Count Warrug’s mind.

“Hmm, but I was supposed to go here with Raymond…”

“…!”

At his words, the red-haired man turned to me.

His eyes staring at me are very harsh.

I was extremely embarrassed to see him as if he had been robbed of his celebrity.

I just followed Count Warrug’s request, and even now, without saying anything, the decision was made automatically.

What can I do in such a situation?

“I am confident that I can do better than that guy! Please take me with you!”

“Lanos! “What kind of disrespect to the guests who came for us!”

The Marquis behind him shouted at his shout.

While the Marquis was apologizing and saying he was sorry, my eyes sparkled as I saw him glaring at me.

‘What, was this Lanos?’

I could see why he seemed familiar.

He was someone I knew.