The Prince Wants To Retire

32. The blood prince with a sword drawn!

Tarion’s shocking announcement shook the capital.

All places where people live are the same.

Nobles who were interested in issues such as infidelity and secrecy quickly spread the issue.

In just one day, facts about Derek spread throughout the capital.

In fact, if you do this enough, that’s it. Because to some extent there is a reason.

However, to make sure, Kariel further unraveled the royal secret.

“Derek, the protagonist of the Imperial Secretariat. What’s his secret?”

A secret that appeared with a grand title in the imperial public newspaper.

The younger brother of the current emperor and the third empress, Miriael’s mother.

Originally, they were lovers.

However, the present emperor had a high possibility of becoming a threat to himself in the future if the family of the famous third empress and his younger brother were combined.

Therefore, under the pretext of balancing, he promoted marriage with the third empress as a representative of the neutral faction.

There was even a justification because the empress from the family of Marquis Sicario, the leader of the neutral faction, had died.

After that, as everyone knows, the younger brother who became a threat married the Belfurs family, and the empress died shortly after giving birth to Miriel.

A tragic story that could only come out of a fairy tale.

The villain had to be the current emperor, and the main character had to be the lord of Belpurus and the third empress.

But they crossed the line.

Tarion once again spoke strongly in front of reporters, revealing all the secrets.

“Your Majesty said… … ‘The circumstances are pitiful, but the Belfuss and Derek, who led the rebellion in partnership with the Warlock, are unforgivable treasons.’”

At Tarion’s words, the reporters began to murmur.

Some said it was too much.

However, Tarion continued speaking again without changing his expression.

“’His Majesty, realizing the mistakes of the past, gave him several opportunities. Expect no more mercy!’”

Saying so, he lifted up a sheet of paper with his hand.

If you wish, a certificate stating that you officially recognize Derek as the son of the Belfurs family and that you are recognized as ‘the imperial family’.

There was also a brief but apology from the emperor.

At Tarion’s announcement, public opinion that had only pitied Derek began to change.

The situation is pitiful, but the emperor of the empire even wrote an apology by hand, but he ignored it.

Then the hidden truth came into view.

The reason why Derek was obsessed with the status of ‘Fourth Prince’ and the reason why he deliberately dragged on the confusion for a long time.

“This is the end of our announcement about Derek. As of now, all forces cooperating with the rebels will be executed.”

Having said that, Tarion left the conference room.

Then the reporters shouted.

“It’s strange to be obsessed with the 4th Prince.”

“I know. Are you thinking of destroying the empire when you say it has something to do with a warlock?”

By the way, his situation was pitiful.

But until there.

There was no more mercy or sympathy for those who would destroy their precious nest.

These thoughts of the reporters were immediately written into articles, and the people of the Empire who saw them had similar thoughts.

“derrick! What does he really want is the chaos of the empire?”

「Derek is nothing more than a minion of the Warlock. He is not a hero.”

Public opinion slowly changed as newspaper after newspaper published negative stories about Derek.

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Just then, Kariel stepped out herself.

“If you feel unfair, come to the capital alone. I will listen to what you want. Also, if you stop now, I will forgive all sins against the rebels.”

Kariel’s announcement seemed to be showing her final mercy.

But there was no reaction from the rebels.

At that point, the people of the Empire, who were at a loss, completely turned to Kariel.

Derek is now the leader of the rebels, but no longer a fairy tale hero.

* * *

“Public opinion has changed.”

At Tarion’s report, Kariel nodded slightly.

embarrassing past.

If Derek or the family head of Belpurs solved it, it is highly likely that chaos would have been foreseen.

However, the imperial family released them first, emphasizing that they had already given them several chances, implicitly revealing their intentions.

“The point of persuading His Majesty is that the justification is virtually over.”

Kariel, who met the emperor to build a just cause and heard all the stories, wanted to reveal the emperor’s secret history.

Exposing past mistakes is not an easy decision even for an emperor who is about to die.

However, Kariel somehow persuaded the emperor.

With a strong cause, I will drive them to be traitors, not the main characters in fairy tales. At the same time, he promised to fully explain to the people the reason why the emperor had no choice but to make such a decision.

Thanks to that, he was only able to get the emperor’s permission, and he was able to reach the present situation.

‘It’s surprising that Derek is bigger than he expected, but that’s it.’

The only information that Kariel had in his previous life was that Derek was the real ‘Emperor’. It had all the characteristics of the imperial family, and above all, it also had the wavelength of magic unique to the imperial family.

However, the reason he knew he was not the fourth prince was because of the emperor’s diary discovered later.

Except for the empress and concubines who were officially married, they had no children.

I knew it because it contained injustice towards those who were rumored to be his illegitimate children.

‘What… … That’s not good, but… … ‘

It’s a good thing that you didn’t sow seeds on useless things, but it won’t improve your rating.

Whatever the case, the fact that he had kidnapped his brother’s woman did not change.

‘It has nothing to do with me.’

Although the emperor’s evaluation was declining and the authority of the imperial family was falling, it did not affect Kariel.

Still, the people’s trust in Kariel was a strong virtue.

“after… … How did things work out? The subjugation army won’t be shaken now, right?”

“I will.”

At Tarion’s answer, Kariel nodded in satisfaction.

What Cariel was most worried about.

It was to shake the punitive forces with the rebel’s three tongues. In order to prevent that, he solved the secret secrets of the imperial family, so his job was done.

All that was left was to subdue the Duke of Wilkshire and his brother as quickly as possible.

“What is Seongguk?”

“No movement yet.”

At Tarion’s report, Kariel nodded slightly.

Since Marquis Sicario was using all his might, it would be difficult for the Holy Kingdom to move easily.

So was the West.

As the empire’s Western Fleet, which competes for the strongest on the continent, has begun to gather, Iron will notice.

The problem was in the South.

“The troops of Talos and Roteon are said to be moving to the border area.”

“What about the Masters?”

“There is no movement yet.”

After Tarion’s report, Kariel read another report.

“Is it because of the pirates? You are taking an unexpectedly heavy blow.”

As the damage caused by the pirates accumulated, both Talos and Roteon were taking a heavy blow.

We have already gathered the navy to respond, but it was not easy.

They had to go to the Aisa Islands to uproot their roots, but to do that, they needed a lot of troops.

However, as the Empire emerged on the offensive, the borders could not be left blank. Because the enraged empire could strike the border, there had to be minimal preparation.

In the end, all they can do is use the Masters to protect the sea and minimize damage.

“There will be no time to worry about the Empire.”

Kariel nodded slightly at Tarion’s words.

But I couldn’t be more reassured.

Because there was a time when Kariel was worried.

When the emperor dies during the war between the rebels and the Alliance of Small Powers.

That’s when I was worried.

It was unknown how Talos and Roteon would take advantage of the chaotic times for the Empire.

So I had to step on it more.

“It must be at a level that the Marquis can contain enough.”

The South, which was worried until the end, was at a level where it could defend itself well.

If that’s the case, it means that Kariel only needs to pay attention to the center.

“From now on, we move just in case. Tarion.”

“Yes.”

“Identify all the nobles who are dissatisfied with me.”

“Are you planning to catch me?”

At Tarion’s question, Kariel shook her head.

“If His Majesty passes away, I don’t know how to move, so I need to figure it out.”

“I will place intelligence agents around them.”

“okay.”

After receiving the order, Tarion went outside, and this time Kariel called the servant and called the chancellor.

The emperor’s condition was getting worse day by day.

The chamberlain is taking great care of it, but even that has reached its limits.

It wouldn’t be strange if I died at any time, so I had to prepare just in case.

“I hope you can hold out for two more months, but… … .”

I didn’t ask for much.

It would be nice if they could hold out for two more months, but contrary to expectations, the emperor was in such a serious condition that he couldn’t stand it even for a month.

Perhaps, a sudden change could have occurred in a state where all the rebels had not been subjugated.

Kariel had to prepare for it.

“Did you call?”

The prime minister hurriedly ran to Kariel’s call with an old body.

After asking him to sit down, Kariel gave him enough time to catch his breath before opening his mouth.

“You know, but His Majesty is grave.”

“… … How many do you have left?”

Winston noticed what Cariel had said at once and asked.

“I expected two months, but even that is not easy.”

“… … I must prepare for the next one.”

At Winston’s words, Kariel nodded heavily.

In order for the empire not to fall into chaos, they had to prepare slowly.

Neutralists support Kariel, and even the two dukes support Kariel becoming emperor.

Nevertheless, there was a high probability that there would be dissatisfaction.

Preparation was needed to prevent their dissatisfaction in advance.

“If His Majesty wakes up, we will make an official announcement, but… … In case that doesn’t happen, you have to be prepared.”

I had already finished some preparations through the chamberlain, but more perfect preparation was needed.

An emperor with perfect legitimacy so that there is no back talk.

If you want to become an emperor, you have to become a perfect emperor to lead this chaos. That’s why I’d like to entrust the preparation to the chancellor.

“I will leave all preparations to the chancellor.”

“Come to Your Highness… … .”

“I will draw my sword.”

Seeing Kariel’s determination in her eyes, Winston instinctively realized that there would be bloodshed.

* * *

His predictions were right.

Kariel, who entrusted Winston with domestic affairs, began to lead the bodyguards himself.

Seeds of confusion must be planted from the beginning.

With the momentum to kill all those who sympathized with the rebels, Kariel pulled out the sword himself.

“The sin of daring to scorn the imperial family and add confusion to the empire. It is true.”

Kariel personally executed the head of a criminal organization that helped Derek create public opinion within the Empire.

Those who were awaiting trial as aristocrats were also summarily executed by Kariel himself.

Then the trial of the rest began quickly.

Those who were ambiguous in judgment were handled by Kariel himself, so the judges did not have to wait any longer.

When Kariel himself showed that there was no mercy in treason, the rest was a breeze.

After slaying those who followed Derek in the capital, Kariel returned to the Imperial Palace and asked Tharion.

“after… … What about Miriel?”

Seeing Kariel asking with a tired expression, Tarion shook his head heavily.

In the end, the secret of the imperial family also flowed into Miriael’s ear.

He had the right to know the truth about his mother, so he didn’t stop it, but he still wanted to know as late as possible.

But contrary to Kariel’s wishes, Miriel learned the truth early.

When Kariel stood up to look at Miriel, who was crying, Tarion stopped him.

“majesty.”

“why?”

“I think you should wash up.”

Only then did Kariel, who looked at her body, shut her mouth.

Seeing the blood all over his clothes, he sighed softly.

“… … He has become a true blood prince.”

Tarion lowered his head with his mouth shut at the sight of Kariel filled with bitterness.

After being silent for a long time, Kariel washed up and headed straight to the palace where Miriel was staying.

To tell you the whole truth directly and to tell you what to do with Derek… … .