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51 – Audience (1)

Fortunately, Bell Meyer felt much better after waking up from a good night’s sleep. After all, eating well and sleeping well is the best for mental stability.

Of course, a good bed, incomparable to our accommodation, would have played a part in getting a good night’s rest. From fluffy duvets to spacious beds.

It was the first time since I came to this world that I fell asleep naturally without taking cigarettes or other tranquilizers. I’m not particularly tired, but as soon as I lay down, sleepiness came over me like a ghost.

Of course, I couldn’t stand the morning cigarettes, but that was the case.

“Whoa—.”

After washing one while enjoying the cool morning air on the open terrace, return to the accommodation.

“Did you sleep comfortably?”

Breakfast was ready before I knew it. Apparently, the table was empty before I left.

…… Is this the dignity of an inn managed directly by the royal palace?

I couldn’t hold back my admiration again. In reality, you would have to be at least a 5-star hotel VIP to receive this kind of service.

“Then we will leave. Have a delicious meal.”

“Ah, yes…… Thank you.”

From one to ten, it’s all about being eliminated. Since I had nothing to do with this kind of atmosphere, I awkwardly waved my hand.

Though it’s a problem that I didn’t hear it until all the maids had disappeared.

“Platoon commander, good morning.”

“Rumia, Bell. You came on time.”

“Sure. What day is it today?”

As if they were attracted by the fragrant smell, Bell and Rumia came out of the room just in time. The two of them had just washed their hair, and there was still a little bit of moisture in their hair.

“Mmm, it smells good.”

“The chef who manages this place always employs only the best people in the principality.”

To Rumia, who already had her eyes shining, Bell shrugged her shoulders and said.

It must have been because I heard that story yesterday, but the image of Bell, who had been considered an unemployed person when she was in her unit, began to look very different.

‘Looking at it this way, it looks like a real aristocratic son. Rumia also looks good next to her.’

In the first place, even Rumia thought she was a nobleman at first.

Anyway, breakfast was delicious, just as Belle boasted.

The menu itself, except for appetizers and desserts, was no different from those distributed by the base, but it was impossible to compare in terms of quantity or quality.

Then you must have filled your stomach now.

“Bell, Rumia, let’s get ready soon.”

“Yes!”

“Of course.”

It was time to move on for the purpose that we had come to, far away, here in the capital.

***

“You all look really good in formal attire.”

“Thank you for your kind words.”

As soon as I went out to the front door, Major Lannister greeted me with a big smile. He was wearing the pitch-black military police ceremonial attire he usually wore, instead of the pure white robe we had.

“Then let’s go.”

After following his guide and getting on top of the carriage, the carriage starts smoothly. It was said that it took about 10 minutes by carriage from the outbuilding to the ‘Petrovna Palace’ where the prince was staying.

Considering that the annex was the most outlying facility in the palace site, the palace site was extremely large.

As we stopped in front of the Petrovuna Palace, members of the Capital Guard approached, whose eyes were clearly different from those of the guards in Cherno City. From a red sheepskin coat to leather boots. It was a cool outfit that immediately reminded me of the British ‘Royal Guard’.

“Glory to the motherland!”

“Glory.”

As the soldiers lined up in a row saluted, Major Lannister responded leisurely.

“R-site is on the 2nd floor. I will guide you there.”

“Please.”

Is it really the National Military Police?

I was not particularly impressed, but when I arrived in front of the palace, I started to get a little nervous, but Major Lannister took the lead and entered the building.

‘I’ve only been to the Blue House once…… As expected, the atmosphere of a real palace is different.’

It was a building with only two floors, but the sense of majesty was rather overwhelming compared to a high-rise building with dozens of floors.

Baroque lighting that goes well with the unique cozy yet luxurious atmosphere on the antique wallpaper that is spread throughout the interior of the building.

The soldiers holding guns and standing guard at every corner had their military standards so closely that they could easily be mistaken for statues.

“… ….”

I turned my head slightly and checked the expression of Rumia walking beside me.

It seems that he is trying to be as calm as possible, but looking at his trembling eyes and fingers, it seems that he has completely lost his tension.

Somehow, it seems to be withering away. In any case, it didn’t look like he was going to an audience with the king with pride.

It’s only like this that you’re being dragged somewhere.

As I poked Rumia’s shoulder with her elbow, she flinched and flinched.

Did you instinctively hold back the moment you almost screamed?

“Why, why, yes, yes. Platoon commander.”

“Why are you so nervous? Don’t be too nervous.”

“I’m going to see the princess I’ve only heard about, how is it? Aren’t you nervous, Platoon Commander?”

“Honestly, I wouldn’t say no, but if I stay too stiff like Sergeant Rumia, I might make a mistake?”

“…… Oh.”

The first time I saw her, she was a very cold Lumia, but the more I got to know her, the more she was a woman with strong senses.

She tends to be straight when she’s doing it anyway, and it wasn’t too bad because that kind of side neutralized Rumia’s cold impression a lot.

“As the platoon commander said, it’s better not to be too nervous. Rather, taking it easy can make you feel like a veteran.”

Bell said calmly. She seemed the most comfortable of the three of us.

“Her waist is straight, and her chest is proudly spread out. Rumia deserves it, right?”

“Sister Bell… ….”

At those words, Rumia clenched her fists as if she had made up her mind about something.

Following Bell’s advice, straighten her back and open her shoulders. Her robe itself was made of a very stiff material, so just changing her posture made a big difference in her daunted spirit.

“So much better, Lumia.”

“Yes, yes, it looks good.”

“We have arrived at the audience room. Guests, please prepare.”

Major Lannister and the guards who were going ahead stopped in front of the huge door and said.

Smart—.

“Major Lannister of the Northern Branch of the National Military Police and three others. We have reached the audience room!”

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As the guards knock on the door lightly and shout in a heavy voice, the closed door slowly opens.

The first thing I saw was a long hall. Stone pillars that seemed to be made of marble supported the ceiling like a temple, and about nine people were sitting at a round table at the end of the red carpet that ran between the pillars.

Numerous ribbons engraved on the front of their robes.

I could intuit that they were the ‘generals’ gathered to attend this audience.

And finally.

There was a man who sat at the center of the round table, gave a relaxed smile, and boasted an unrivaled presence among generals.

He was wearing an army uniform like the others, but the gold line that ran from his shoulder to his waist was clearly visible.

‘Orlando Ruth III.’

Instinctively felt difference in class. My spine throbs with the tremendous pressure.

Tak, Tak!

“Attention.”

As Major Lannister carefully aligned his feet, we naturally came to the side and lined up in one line.

“To the King, salute!”

“Glory to the motherland—!!!”

There were only four of them, but a loud shout that went out almost simultaneously rang the entire audience room.

Advanced. It is also that the body reacts first in front of the absolute power of ‘King’.

“Glory.”

He rose from his seat, received a formal salute, and slowly approached us.

“Nice to meet you, heroes of your country.”

The current duke of the Principality of Ukraine, and the predecessor of the country.

And at the same time, he was the last Ukrnian monarch to face a brutal end in World War 5 years later.

He was much younger than I thought. I was in my late thirties, but I mean.

“Major Lannister, thank you so much for completing your mission.”

“I just did what I had to do, sir.”

“I always rely on the National Military Police.”

“Thank you!”

After briefly congratulating Major Lannister for his achievements, Orlando Ruth III moved his gaze to me standing next to him.

“And this is the rumored officer. Did he say Enoch Levandel?”

“I am honored to remember you, sir.”

“I hope you continue to work hard for the well-being of the Principality of Ukraine.”

When he responded politely and concisely with his body erect, the king smiled and added.

“Lieutenant Enoch Levandel.”