The imperial fleet which consists of hundreds of thousands of ships is overlooking the capital of the Kingdom of Dominion.
Inside the bridge of our flagship Argos, we’re discussing the matter of who will be going down.
“I have to beat up the Overlord, so me going down is a given.”
When I notify Klaus and the other prominent figures of our fleet about my decision, they immediately frown and express disagreement.
“It’s too dangerous. Please descend after we’ve confirmed that it’s safe.”
I shake my head in response to Klaus’s suggestion and look down at the planet which is being projected on the floor.
“No, I shouldn’t waste any more time.”
Hearing my words, everyone except Marie looks at each other, confused.
Tia asks for permission to speak.
“Lord Liam, if I may.”
“Shoot.”
“Lord Liam seems to be in a hurry, more so than ever before. May I ask why? From what we were told, our home planet should be safe and sound.”
Marie, who’s been enjoying the look of confusion in everyone’s eyes, laughs at Tia in a mocking way.
Since she’s the only one present who knows what’s going on, she must be feeling superior to the others.
What happened to Rosetta was apparently kept secret, and the military personnel that delivered the message weren’t told the details.
I was under the impression that they were aware of what transpired back in the mansion, but I guess not.
Hence, I pretend as if I’ve just remembered.
“Right, I forgot to tell you guys, but a child was born.”
“My, then congratulations are in…I BEG YOUR PARDON!?”
Tia, who was about to utter some congratulatory words, suddenly stiffens up in shock.
The people around us discuss whose child I might be referring to, but the truth quickly comes to light as they think back to how I left the battlefield and returned to the territory amidst the war.
Even Klaus who’s usually composed seems taken aback by my child’s birth.
Marie speaks on my behalf and tells everyone of the situation back on our home planet.
“The Young Lord has been born! Lord Liam doesn’t wish to be tied down by matters relating to the Kingdom of Dominion for much longer. As such, we must swiftly lay waste to the kingdom and return to our main planet.
Marie had followed me back to the planet, so she was aware of my child’s existence.
She probably remained silent all this time because she wanted to be the only one to know the truth.
But there’s something that I must correct.
“When did I ever mention destroying the kingdom?”
“Eh?”
Marie becomes stunned.
I explain my plan with the Kingdom of Dominion moving forward.
“I’ll be allowing the Kingdom of Dominion to continue existing as it is.”
My subordinates stare at me in wonder, unsure of what I’m thinking. However, no one disagrees with what I say.
Klaus clears his throat.
“We can discuss the matter of the Kingdom of Dominion later. —Lord Liam, why didn’t you notify us of the Young Lord’s birth?”
Tia, who has finally brought herself back together, speaks up as well, looking as if she’s about to cry.
“I concur! The birth of an heir is an auspicious occasion for the Banfield Family!”
“It has nothing to do with the war. And this doesn’t have anything to do with the child. —I simply wish to return home and rest.”
Despite my curt attitude, Marie nods as if she understands what I’m thinking.
“Lord Liam must be eager to meet the Young Lord again.”
“When did I say that?”
The people around me seem convinced that I want to go back to see my child.
—These guys are pissing me off.
You all better be prepared for when I bestow rewards.
After clearing her throat, Tia takes a step forward.
“With this, the Banfield Family has finally rid itself of its biggest problem. However, given the uncertainty of our future, relying solely on the Young Lord would be insufficient. With that in mind, I would like to propose that I give birth to Lord Liam’s second child, who will become the Young Lord’s younger sibling.”
If I didn’t know any better, I would’ve been happy that a beautiful woman was willing to throw herself at me and give birth to my child.
Unsurprisingly, Tia’s suggestion gets shot down by Marie, who tries to nominate herself.
“Lord Liam, please choose this Marie over the minced woman!!”
Those around us are staring at them with cold eyes as they compete between themselves.
Rinho and Fuuka are immersed in their own discussion, not caring about the conflict between Tia and Marie.
“Senior brother’s child, huh? You reckon he’ll personally teach One Flash to his child?”
“Dunno, but the baby could be considered our nephew. What gifts should we prepare for him?”
“How about the head of the kingdom’s ruler?”
“Don’t you think a sword’s better?”
What a problematic duo. They’re trying to decide between a head and a sword.
The answer is neither. They’re both too early for the baby.
Feeling fed up, I reject both Tia and Marie.
“I don’t expect any nightly duties from you two.”
They stare at me in shock.
“Eh?”
“B-but.”
They wouldn’t have been so shocked if all I did was reject their advances, but they freeze up when I tell them that I don’t see them as women.
The people around them avert their gazes.
Having said my piece, I turn to face Klaus.
“Klaus, you and I will discuss what to do about the Kingdom of Dominion. What a busy week it has been.”
“Ueh? Um…understood.”
Next, I call out to Rinho and Fuuka who are still chatting.
“Rinho, Fuuka, both of you are coming with me. Think of it as a trip to the kingdom’s capital.”
“Senior Brother, can I be the one to chop off the Overlord’s head?”
“Then I’d like to deal with their powerful warriors.”
“No, I want you two to remain civilized this time. —But you may cut down the idiots that pick a fight with us.”
I leave the bridge with Klaus and my junior disciples.
◇
The royal palace where the Overlord resides.
I’m sitting on the throne, with Fuuka and Rinho flanking me on either side. Their swords are dripping with blood.
“This is lame.”
“Anyone else? We’ll welcome you anytime.”
Earlier on, I had them deal with the idiots that attacked us.
However, after realizing the overwhelming difference in power, the kingdom’s officials have become quiet.
I pass judgment upon the Kingdom of Dominion.
“The territories that have been seized during the war will be returned to their previous owners. But from now on, you will all be working under me.”
The civil officials and the military officers present at the scene become rowdy when I tell them that I don’t plan on destroying their kingdom.
The Overlord orders them to quiet down. He’s a huge, muscular man, and the air around him is different compared to the others.
Even so, he’s nothing before our might.
Aluna, who hasn’t fully recovered from her injuries, is also standing nearby.
The Overlord walks up to me.
“We’ve been vanquished. I’d like to hear why the victor isn’t trying to destroy us.”
He behaves in an imposing manner, to which Rinho and Fuuka take offense.
“Who do you think you are? You’re before Senior Brother.”
“The defeated should crawl on the floor like the worms they are.”
I raise my hand slightly to stop the two from attacking the Overlord before responding to his question.
“I’ll say this in a way that all of you would understand. I only received orders to protect the Empire from your attacks. I was never told to destroy the kingdom.”
Why would I bother destroying the kingdom for the Empire?
From start to finish, I fought this battle for myself.
“—As long as you agree to work for me, I’ll spare the kingdom and leave it in your care. Easy, yeah?”
Being presented with such favorable conditions, the Overlord puts his hand on his chin and takes a moment to think.
The Overlord puts forth a condition just as I’m thinking of cutting him down if he gets carried away.
“If we’re coming under you and not the Empire, we accept. But there’s a condition.”
“Speak.”
“We want your child. Give us your genes.”
“—Hah?”
The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.
The request takes me by surprise, and I turn my gaze to Aluna.
For some reason, she looks away with a blush on her face like a maiden.
There must be something wrong with my senses today.
“If you’re talking about Aluna—”
The Overlord shakes his head before I could finish.
“No, it’s not!—I’m the one that wants your genes.”
“Come again?”
The Overlord proudly makes his declaration.
“I wish to give birth to your child!”
For a brief moment, my mind blanks out.
A huge, muscular man wants to have my child.
I thought the people around him would be shocked as well, but to my utter amazement, all the kingdom’s officials seem to agree and are in high spirits.
“A brilliant idea, my lord!”
“He has the heart of a maiden!”
“A child born between our lord and Liam-dono is sure to become the strongest warrior!”
While cheers echo throughout the audience hall, I shake my head.
I’m tired, and in so many different ways.
—I want to go home.
◇
When I return to Argos, Klaus, who’s been waiting for me, rushes over.
“Bad news, Lord Liam!”
“What is it?”
I’m still feeling overwhelmed after being confessed to by a man. The diverse cultures and practices of intergalactic nations have once again left me stupefied.
It’s true that the Overlord would be able to give birth to my child if he undergoes gender change surgery, but the image of his original figure has already been ingrained in my head—
As it turns out, it’s the usual two causing the trouble.
“Christina-dono and Marie-dono are making a fuss, saying they wish to change genders.”
“—Lead the way.”
What a troublesome duo.
Together with Klaus, I head to the area where the medical facilities are located.
◇
As a super-dreadnought class battleship, Argos has been equipped with various facilities, including those for gender reassignment surgeries.
However, there’s only one such facility onboard, which Tia and Marie are fighting over while wearing sporty underwear.
“Let go! I’ll be the one to undergo surgery first!”
“Out of my way! If I can’t serve Lord Liam as a woman, at least I’ll serve him by becoming the best knight!”
It seems they plan on becoming men and being recognized as knights after being told that I don’t see them as women.
Considering how often their thoughts overlap, I can’t help but think they’re closer than they make it out to be.
Klaus holds his head in his hand.
“As you can see, this is what they’re arguing over. Please do something, Lord Lia— Lord Liam!?”
I’m currently hiding my face with both hands.
Klaus becomes alarmed when he sees how red my ears are.
“Lord Liam, what happened?”
I’m quite picky when it comes to women, but I have preferences as well, one being that I don’t like women wearing flashy underwear.
The sporty underwear that the two of them are wearing is right up my alley.
Even I’m surprised by how embarrassed I feel right now.
“—Have them put on some clothes.”
“Eh? R-right. Both of you, you’re before Lord Liam.”
The medical staff that was in the room quickly had them put on bathrobes.
Upon hearing that I’m here, Tia and Marie fall to their knees.
They look considerably downcast. My words must have had a strong impact on them.
Seeing them reminds me of what the Overlord said.
—He’s probably going to appear in my nightmares for a while.
In a sense, he’s tougher to deal with than Izel and Aluna.
The Overlord’s given me quite the trouble, which goes to prove that he’s a formidable enemy.
“Tia, Marie, raise your head.”
“—Ha!”
Their answers overlap, and they raise their heads.
Because of the stimulation I felt just now, they suddenly look cute in my eyes.
At the very least, they’re more pleasing to the eye than the Overlord.
“You’re both fine as you are. —It was my bad. I hope you continue to serve me as before.”
It seems the incident with the Overlord has inflicted more damage on me than I thought.
Feeling slightly depressed, I speak to them in a kind manner.
Remembering their figure from earlier, I become embarrassed, and my face becomes hot.
I look away, but it’s already too late.
Tia and Marie have stood up.
“Lord Liam, are you feeling aroused!? Please don’t hold back and ravish Christina’s body!”
“Shove it, minced woman! Lord Liam, Marie belongs to you both in heart and spirit. Please do as you wish with my body!”
Having sensed my arousal, they actively appeal themselves before me.
Even still, they’re better than the Overlord, which is a scary thought in and of itself.
“Let’s head back.”
Catching my cue, Klaus, who’s standing beside me, helps me back to my room.
“Lord Liam, you must be tired. Please go take a rest. I’ll take care of the aftermath.”
“—Right.”
At the end of the day, Klaus is the most reliable.
“In that case, I shall accompany Lord Liam in bed!”
“This Marie will serve as Lord Liam’s body pillow!”
I quickly run away from them.
◇
—I’ve returned to my territory, but for some reason, there’s a demonstration going on.
“Why is this happening!? We’ve got an heir now, so what’s up with the demo!? It’s because of that, isn’t it? They’re angry because of all the casualties from the war!”
The Banfield Family had to pay a great price in the battle against the Kingdom of Dominion.
I did expect a fair number of complaints and calls for me to take responsibility. However, I didn’t think they’d go so far as to start a demo.
Amagi and Brian are with me in my mansion’s office.
“Certainly, we’ve incurred a great loss and made the lives of our citizens more difficult. Among those that are participating in the demo, some of them are expressing their dissatisfaction.”
“—Wait, that’s not their main reason? Then why are they holding a demo?”
If the losses incurred in the war aren’t the main reason, why in the world are they holding a demonstration?
As I’m wondering what’s going on, Brian brings out his tablet terminal and happily begins to explain.
“Allow me! Demonstrations are currently taking place on planets that have been ruled by the Banfield Family for several decades. Most of them are demanding a second child, but it’s also meant to be a festival to celebrate the birth of the Young Lord, Lord Edward.”
“They’re holding a demonstration and a festival at the same time!? Are my people all stupid!?”
Is there something wrong with their heads? Do they just want to cause a scene?
Brian continues as I’m experiencing a headache.
“There’s a faction demanding Lord Liam to ‘Cherish Lady Eulisia as well!’ It appears their numbers have increased compared to before. When I informed her about this, she was over the moon and went out to deliver a speech.”
“What is she thinking!?”
It’s not just the citizens. My subordinates are idiots as well.
After seeing them come up with demonstrations like the child-making demo, I’m convinced that the citizens will do anything to raise up a fuss.
I thought about cracking down on them, but even my subordinates are participating in the events.
Why do I have to go through all this?
Frustrated, I slump down on my chair and shove all the paperwork aside.
Discovering psychology 5th edition Womens Chapter Banfield Beautiful Womans Beauty Clears Conflict Disagrees Dismissed Discovering psychology 5th edition Womens Chapter Banfield Beautiful Womans Beauty Clears Conflict Disagrees“I’m not doing this anymore! I’m taking a break for the day. In fact, I’m going straight to sleep.”
I wonder if the Guide can do something about this if I pray hard enough.
As I entertain such foolish thoughts, I notice Amagi casting a disapproving gaze in my direction.
“Master, there’s still something important that you must do today.”
“I know, I know.”
Helpless, I stand up from my chair and head to the audience room.
◇
Meanwhile, the Guide, who was at the Empire’s capital, was trembling while reading an electronic newspaper that he had picked up.
“Liam’s firstborn? Things are really progressing in his favor while I’m away.”
The guide shook his fist in frustration.
He was currently living in the garbage dump of the back alley. For some reason, the Guide found this place calming.
Looking up at the Capital’s artificial sky, he said, “Now that he has a baby, I have even more ways to mess with him. Unfortunately, I can’t get too close to the Banfield Family’s home planet, lest I get badly burned again.”
This was his chance to inflict mental anguish upon Liam, but the Guide wasn’t feeling too confident due to his previous ordeal at the Banfield Family’s territory.
He might be able to achieve something if he really pushed himself, but it probably wasn’t worth the pain he’d have to undergo.
While the Guide was struggling to decide what to do, the dog spirit had appeared beside him, baring its teeth.
Since the Guide harbored thoughts of harming Edward, Liam’s son, it didn’t hesitate to deliver all the blessings that the child had received.
The bundle of blessings held in its mouth transformed into a ball and rolled towards the Guide, coming to a stop right at his feet.
“Huh? What’s this?”
At first, he couldn’t discern what it was.
It appeared to be wrapped in something, but the truth eluded him.
If he were at his prime, he would have immediately recognized it, but in his weakened state, he carelessly reached out to grab the ball.
He picked up the lump of emotions, which exploded in front of him, corroding his body as if it was poison.
“HIGYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!! BUT I’M INNOCENT!!”
After making a spitting gesture, the dog spirit left.
It had taken the Guide painstaking effort to recover his body, yet it was gone, just like that.
He began to weep at his misfortune.
“This is too cruel. What did I even do to deserve this? All I did was spread some misfortune here and there. Why am I being treated like this!”
It was truly a selfish claim to make.
The Guide was once again back to being just a hat, but he didn’t wallow in despair this time.
“—Strange. Something’s not right. I’m so far away from Liam. How could his gratitude and the blessings that his child received reach all the way here? This definitely isn’t normal.”
It finally dawns on him that someone or something might be out to torment him.
“Is someone trying to get in my way? —Then they better be prepared. No matter how many times I’m brought down, I can make a comeback again and again! The Empire’s Capital is brimming with negative emotions that have accumulated over the years. Eventually, I will recover my strength, no, I will gain more power than ever before, and I’ll show everyone that tormented me what hell truly is.”
The Guide said this with an eerie laugh.
However, it didn’t sound as threatening coming from a hat with small limbs attached.
◇
The war with the Kingdom of Dominion has come to an end.
Based solely on the outcome, it may appear that the Banfield Family ended up drawing the short end of the stick, having lost half its fleet without gaining anything in return, only succeeding in repelling the kingdom’s fleet.
—However, we did end up benefiting from the war
The Banfield Family’s audience hall.
I’ve called upon my subordinates that have played an active role in the war.
“This battle was truly meaningful. We were able to sift through the trash and discover you all, diamonds in the rough.”
Some of them might feel unhappy hearing me dismiss the comrades that fought together with them as trash.
However, it’s true that a lot of people fled in the face of the enemy, which is a serious crime in the military, and I have no intention of forgiving those people.
On the other hand, I plan on rewarding those that contributed to the war.
“You’ll each be receiving a promotion, along with a hefty sum of money. And to the families of the deceased, I promise suitable compensation as a token of our gratitude. —Now that that’s out of the way, let’s get to the main event.”
There is tension in the audience hall.
“For a while, I’ve only had Klaus as a member of the Numbers, but it wouldn’t be appropriate to keep it that way. Let’s decide who becomes Two and so on.”
There’s a buzz in the audience hall.
Tia and Marie are looking at me with expectant eyes, but I won’t be promoting them because of all the trouble that they’ve given me.
“—Kukuri, show yourself.”
A man clad in a black coat and wearing a mask suddenly emerges from the floor of the audience hall.
Kukuri’s the leader of the Banfield Family’s Black Ops.
An unsettling atmosphere forms inside the hall.
“It’s the Black Ops.”
“But I thought only knights can become members of the Numbers!”
Many people are under the impression that numbers are given only to knights, but I don’t recall ever saying that.
“Kukuri, I appreciate all the work you’ve put in throughout the years. You shall be the one to receive a number after Klaus.”
“Kihihihi —Lord Liam, we of the Black Ops have no need for such titles.”
“Just shut up and take it. Consider it proof of my appreciation.”
“—As you will.”
While remaining on his knees, Kukuri sinks back into the floor and disappears.
I guess he doesn’t want to show himself before so many people.
“Now then, onto the next person. —Step forward.”
I turn my gaze to the red-haired female knight who’s been waiting in the back.
Heeding my call, she approaches me with calm steps.
Not an ounce of panic can be seen as the young girl gets down on one knee and lowers her head.
“Ellen Tyler —No, as someone qualified to be an imperial knight, I should be calling you Ellen Sera Tyler.”
Her long red hair’s been tied up in a ponytail, and she’s styled her bangs asymmetrically, with one side longer than the other.
I’ve been busy for the past few years, making preparations and going to war with the Kingdom of Dominion.
In the meantime, Ellen has finished her training.
Rinho and Fuuka, who were lined up among the military officers, whistle when they see her.
“Turns out Ellen’s back.”
“She’s grown taller as well. —I wonder if she can exchange blows with us now?”
Ellen smiles upon noticing the curious gazes of my junior disciples.
“I’m glad to see that you two haven’t changed.”
While she still maintains a slightly childish appearance, it is evident that she has matured on the inside.
I have Ellen stand up.
“Rise.”
“Ha!”
Ellen’s really grown a lot in the time I’ve neglected her.
“You’ve changed a lot.”
“I’ve been training for the past few decades. I was under the care of Lord Kurt as well.”
I had her work as a soldier under Kurt for some time. He must’ve drilled a lot into her during that period.
“In that case, I will grant you the seal of approval for the School of One Flash at a later date. For now, you shall be bestowed with the number ‘Three’.”
“Ha!”
Two people have already received their titles.
Tia and Marie are still waiting for their names to be called, but I ignore them and continue.
“And this will be the last. [Emma Rodman], step forth.”
“A-as you will!”
A female knight who’s younger than me comes to the front with a flustered look. She probably didn’t expect her name to be called.
Emma’s a young female knight with brown hair and a bob cut, a native to the Banfield Family who retains her naivety.
I nominated her because it makes for a good success story.
Others might become envious of her, but at the same time, those with ambition will strive to reach greater heights so that they’ll be the ones promoted next time.
Just to be clear though, she’s put in her fair share of work until now. It’s just that her achievements paled in comparison to those of our main cast.
When Emma’s name gets called, Tia and Marie reveal complicated expressions.
Among those present in the audience hall, there are some that cheer her on.
—I didn’t know she was this popular.
“I’m looking forward to your future success.”
Emma’s been restless up until now, but upon hearing my words, her expression becomes firm, as if she’s made up her mind about something.
◇
Back in my room, I lift Edward up and lie down with him on top of the spacious bed.
Rosetta, who’s watching my interaction with Edward, smiles.
“He’s grown a lot, hasn’t he?”
Because of the war and its aftermath, I was unable to return to the territory for nearly a year.
In that timeframe, Edward seems to have grown quite a bit.
Even in this world, babies grow up fast.
Edward is looking at me, but he’s not smiling.
“I guess after being apart for a year, he doesn’t see me as his father.”
Rosetta strongly denies what I say.
“That’s not true! I showed him videos of Darling every day, telling him that daddy’s a busy man.”
“Was that necessary?”
“Of course, it was! And I promise you Edward missed his daddy as well! Whenever he watched a video of Darling, he’d cry out for his ‘dada’.”
You sure you didn’t mishear things?
I give Edward’s cheeks a light pull.
“Grow up strong and healthy. You will one day succeed me as—”
I stop just as I’m about to say “duke”.
As things stand, Edward likely won’t become a duke.
Still, for the time being, I want him to grow up healthy.
As the son of an evil lord, I’ll let him live a happy life, though I can’t promise for how long.
It should be fine as long as I’m here, but no one can say for certain how one would grow up.
I entrust Edward to Rosetta before sprawling down on the bed and expressing my gratitude to the Guide.
—I wasn’t too sure about having children, but it turned out better than I thought.
I pray harder than usual.
For some reason, it feels like I can hear the distant sound of the Guide screaming.
It’s probably just my imagination.
But then again, he’s quite shy. Maybe he’s shouting to mask his embarrassment.
◇
The Guide was writhing in pain after being basked in Liam’s gratitude.
Meanwhile, Bagrada, who resided within the palace, was grinning in a vulgar manner, having heard about the outcome of the war against the Kingdom of Dominion.
“Good, let there be lots of bloodshed and hatred.”
Bagrada could’ve cornered Liam even further, but he chose not to on purpose.
“The more active he is, the closer I will get to my goal. Once all the conditions have been met—”
He didn’t care about the war’s outcome.
For him, what mattered was that the war happened.
“I thought it will take a bit more time, but the plan’s been brought forward thanks to the Duke. I have great expectations for you, Liam-kun.”
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Brian (´・ω・｀)ノシ: “And with that, we conclude Volume 11. Thank you for reading the story up until this point, and I bid all our readers adieu.”
Brian (´；ω；｀)ノシ: “Parting is painful, but we look forward to seeing you in the next volume.”
The imperial fleet which consists of hundreds of thousands of ships is overlooking the capital of the Kingdom of Dominion.
Inside the bridge of our flagship Argos, we’re discussing the matter of who will be going down.
“I have to beat up the Overlord, so me going down is a given.”
When I notify Klaus and the other prominent figures of our fleet about my decision, they immediately frown and express disagreement.
“It’s too dangerous. Please descend after we’ve confirmed that it’s safe.”
I shake my head in response to Klaus’s suggestion and look down at the planet which is being projected on the floor.
“No, I shouldn’t waste any more time.”
Hearing my words, everyone except Marie looks at each other, confused.
Tia asks for permission to speak.
“Lord Liam, if I may.”
“Shoot.”
“Lord Liam seems to be in a hurry, more so than ever before. May I ask why? From what we were told, our home planet should be safe and sound.”
Marie, who’s been enjoying the look of confusion in everyone’s eyes, laughs at Tia in a mocking way.
Since she’s the only one present who knows what’s going on, she must be feeling superior to the others.
What happened to Rosetta was apparently kept secret, and the military personnel that delivered the message weren’t told the details.
I was under the impression that they were aware of what transpired back in the mansion, but I guess not.
Hence, I pretend as if I’ve just remembered.
“Right, I forgot to tell you guys, but a child was born.”
“My, then congratulations are in…I BEG YOUR PARDON!?”
Tia, who was about to utter some congratulatory words, suddenly stiffens up in shock.
The people around us discuss whose child I might be referring to, but the truth quickly comes to light as they think back to how I left the battlefield and returned to the territory amidst the war.
Even Klaus who’s usually composed seems taken aback by my child’s birth.
Marie speaks on my behalf and tells everyone of the situation back on our home planet.
“The Young Lord has been born! Lord Liam doesn’t wish to be tied down by matters relating to the Kingdom of Dominion for much longer. As such, we must swiftly lay waste to the kingdom and return to our main planet.
Marie had followed me back to the planet, so she was aware of my child’s existence.
She probably remained silent all this time because she wanted to be the only one to know the truth.
But there’s something that I must correct.
“When did I ever mention destroying the kingdom?”
“Eh?”
Marie becomes stunned.
I explain my plan with the Kingdom of Dominion moving forward.
“I’ll be allowing the Kingdom of Dominion to continue existing as it is.”
My subordinates stare at me in wonder, unsure of what I’m thinking. However, no one disagrees with what I say.
Klaus clears his throat.
“We can discuss the matter of the Kingdom of Dominion later. —Lord Liam, why didn’t you notify us of the Young Lord’s birth?”
Tia, who has finally brought herself back together, speaks up as well, looking as if she’s about to cry.
“I concur! The birth of an heir is an auspicious occasion for the Banfield Family!”
“It has nothing to do with the war. And this doesn’t have anything to do with the child. —I simply wish to return home and rest.”
Despite my curt attitude, Marie nods as if she understands what I’m thinking.
“Lord Liam must be eager to meet the Young Lord again.”
“When did I say that?”
The people around me seem convinced that I want to go back to see my child.
—These guys are pissing me off.
You all better be prepared for when I bestow rewards.
After clearing her throat, Tia takes a step forward.
“With this, the Banfield Family has finally rid itself of its biggest problem. However, given the uncertainty of our future, relying solely on the Young Lord would be insufficient. With that in mind, I would like to propose that I give birth to Lord Liam’s second child, who will become the Young Lord’s younger sibling.”
If I didn’t know any better, I would’ve been happy that a beautiful woman was willing to throw herself at me and give birth to my child.
Unsurprisingly, Tia’s suggestion gets shot down by Marie, who tries to nominate herself.
“Lord Liam, please choose this Marie over the minced woman!!”
Those around us are staring at them with cold eyes as they compete between themselves.
Rinho and Fuuka are immersed in their own discussion, not caring about the conflict between Tia and Marie.
“Senior brother’s child, huh? You reckon he’ll personally teach One Flash to his child?”
“Dunno, but the baby could be considered our nephew. What gifts should we prepare for him?”
“How about the head of the kingdom’s ruler?”
“Don’t you think a sword’s better?”
What a problematic duo. They’re trying to decide between a head and a sword.
The answer is neither. They’re both too early for the baby.
Feeling fed up, I reject both Tia and Marie.
“I don’t expect any nightly duties from you two.”
They stare at me in shock.
“Eh?”
“B-but.”
They wouldn’t have been so shocked if all I did was reject their advances, but they freeze up when I tell them that I don’t see them as women.
The people around them avert their gazes.
Having said my piece, I turn to face Klaus.
“Klaus, you and I will discuss what to do about the Kingdom of Dominion. What a busy week it has been.”
“Ueh? Um…understood.”
Next, I call out to Rinho and Fuuka who are still chatting.
“Rinho, Fuuka, both of you are coming with me. Think of it as a trip to the kingdom’s capital.”
“Senior Brother, can I be the one to chop off the Overlord’s head?”
“Then I’d like to deal with their powerful warriors.”
“No, I want you two to remain civilized this time. —But you may cut down the idiots that pick a fight with us.”
I leave the bridge with Klaus and my junior disciples.
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The royal palace where the Overlord resides.
I’m sitting on the throne, with Fuuka and Rinho flanking me on either side. Their swords are dripping with blood.
“This is lame.”
“Anyone else? We’ll welcome you anytime.”
Earlier on, I had them deal with the idiots that attacked us.
However, after realizing the overwhelming difference in power, the kingdom’s officials have become quiet.
I pass judgment upon the Kingdom of Dominion.
“The territories that have been seized during the war will be returned to their previous owners. But from now on, you will all be working under me.”
The civil officials and the military officers present at the scene become rowdy when I tell them that I don’t plan on destroying their kingdom.
The Overlord orders them to quiet down. He’s a huge, muscular man, and the air around him is different compared to the others.
Even so, he’s nothing before our might.
Aluna, who hasn’t fully recovered from her injuries, is also standing nearby.
The Overlord walks up to me.
“We’ve been vanquished. I’d like to hear why the victor isn’t trying to destroy us.”
He behaves in an imposing manner, to which Rinho and Fuuka take offense.
“Who do you think you are? You’re before Senior Brother.”
“The defeated should crawl on the floor like the worms they are.”
I raise my hand slightly to stop the two from attacking the Overlord before responding to his question.
“I’ll say this in a way that all of you would understand. I only received orders to protect the Empire from your attacks. I was never told to destroy the kingdom.”
Why would I bother destroying the kingdom for the Empire?
From start to finish, I fought this battle for myself.
“—As long as you agree to work for me, I’ll spare the kingdom and leave it in your care. Easy, yeah?”
Being presented with such favorable conditions, the Overlord puts his hand on his chin and takes a moment to think.
The Overlord puts forth a condition just as I’m thinking of cutting him down if he gets carried away.
“If we’re coming under you and not the Empire, we accept. But there’s a condition.”
“Speak.”
“We want your child. Give us your genes.”
“—Hah?”
The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.
The request takes me by surprise, and I turn my gaze to Aluna.
For some reason, she looks away with a blush on her face like a maiden.
There must be something wrong with my senses today.
“If you’re talking about Aluna—”
The Overlord shakes his head before I could finish.
“No, it’s not!—I’m the one that wants your genes.”
“Come again?”
The Overlord proudly makes his declaration.
“I wish to give birth to your child!”
For a brief moment, my mind blanks out.
A huge, muscular man wants to have my child.
I thought the people around him would be shocked as well, but to my utter amazement, all the kingdom’s officials seem to agree and are in high spirits.
“A brilliant idea, my lord!”
“He has the heart of a maiden!”
“A child born between our lord and Liam-dono is sure to become the strongest warrior!”
While cheers echo throughout the audience hall, I shake my head.
I’m tired, and in so many different ways.
—I want to go home.
◇
When I return to Argos, Klaus, who’s been waiting for me, rushes over.
“Bad news, Lord Liam!”
“What is it?”
I’m still feeling overwhelmed after being confessed to by a man. The diverse cultures and practices of intergalactic nations have once again left me stupefied.
It’s true that the Overlord would be able to give birth to my child if he undergoes gender change surgery, but the image of his original figure has already been ingrained in my head—
As it turns out, it’s the usual two causing the trouble.
“Christina-dono and Marie-dono are making a fuss, saying they wish to change genders.”
“—Lead the way.”
What a troublesome duo.
Together with Klaus, I head to the area where the medical facilities are located.
◇
As a super-dreadnought class battleship, Argos has been equipped with various facilities, including those for gender reassignment surgeries.
However, there’s only one such facility onboard, which Tia and Marie are fighting over while wearing sporty underwear.
“Let go! I’ll be the one to undergo surgery first!”
“Out of my way! If I can’t serve Lord Liam as a woman, at least I’ll serve him by becoming the best knight!”
It seems they plan on becoming men and being recognized as knights after being told that I don’t see them as women.
Considering how often their thoughts overlap, I can’t help but think they’re closer than they make it out to be.
Klaus holds his head in his hand.
“As you can see, this is what they’re arguing over. Please do something, Lord Lia— Lord Liam!?”
I’m currently hiding my face with both hands.
Klaus becomes alarmed when he sees how red my ears are.
“Lord Liam, what happened?”
I’m quite picky when it comes to women, but I have preferences as well, one being that I don’t like women wearing flashy underwear.
The sporty underwear that the two of them are wearing is right up my alley.
Even I’m surprised by how embarrassed I feel right now.
“—Have them put on some clothes.”
“Eh? R-right. Both of you, you’re before Lord Liam.”
The medical staff that was in the room quickly had them put on bathrobes.
Upon hearing that I’m here, Tia and Marie fall to their knees.
They look considerably downcast. My words must have had a strong impact on them.
Seeing them reminds me of what the Overlord said.
—He’s probably going to appear in my nightmares for a while.
In a sense, he’s tougher to deal with than Izel and Aluna.
The Overlord’s given me quite the trouble, which goes to prove that he’s a formidable enemy.
“Tia, Marie, raise your head.”
“—Ha!”
Their answers overlap, and they raise their heads.
Because of the stimulation I felt just now, they suddenly look cute in my eyes.
At the very least, they’re more pleasing to the eye than the Overlord.
“You’re both fine as you are. —It was my bad. I hope you continue to serve me as before.”
It seems the incident with the Overlord has inflicted more damage on me than I thought.
Feeling slightly depressed, I speak to them in a kind manner.
Remembering their figure from earlier, I become embarrassed, and my face becomes hot.
I look away, but it’s already too late.
Tia and Marie have stood up.
“Lord Liam, are you feeling aroused!? Please don’t hold back and ravish Christina’s body!”
“Shove it, minced woman! Lord Liam, Marie belongs to you both in heart and spirit. Please do as you wish with my body!”
Having sensed my arousal, they actively appeal themselves before me.
Even still, they’re better than the Overlord, which is a scary thought in and of itself.
“Let’s head back.”
Catching my cue, Klaus, who’s standing beside me, helps me back to my room.
“Lord Liam, you must be tired. Please go take a rest. I’ll take care of the aftermath.”
“—Right.”
At the end of the day, Klaus is the most reliable.
“In that case, I shall accompany Lord Liam in bed!”
“This Marie will serve as Lord Liam’s body pillow!”
I quickly run away from them.
◇
—I’ve returned to my territory, but for some reason, there’s a demonstration going on.
“Why is this happening!? We’ve got an heir now, so what’s up with the demo!? It’s because of that, isn’t it? They’re angry because of all the casualties from the war!”
The Banfield Family had to pay a great price in the battle against the Kingdom of Dominion.
I did expect a fair number of complaints and calls for me to take responsibility. However, I didn’t think they’d go so far as to start a demo.
Amagi and Brian are with me in my mansion’s office.
“Certainly, we’ve incurred a great loss and made the lives of our citizens more difficult. Among those that are participating in the demo, some of them are expressing their dissatisfaction.”
“—Wait, that’s not their main reason? Then why are they holding a demo?”
If the losses incurred in the war aren’t the main reason, why in the world are they holding a demonstration?
As I’m wondering what’s going on, Brian brings out his tablet terminal and happily begins to explain.
“Allow me! Demonstrations are currently taking place on planets that have been ruled by the Banfield Family for several decades. Most of them are demanding a second child, but it’s also meant to be a festival to celebrate the birth of the Young Lord, Lord Edward.”
“They’re holding a demonstration and a festival at the same time!? Are my people all stupid!?”
Is there something wrong with their heads? Do they just want to cause a scene?
Brian continues as I’m experiencing a headache.
“There’s a faction demanding Lord Liam to ‘Cherish Lady Eulisia as well!’ It appears their numbers have increased compared to before. When I informed her about this, she was over the moon and went out to deliver a speech.”
“What is she thinking!?”
It’s not just the citizens. My subordinates are idiots as well.
After seeing them come up with demonstrations like the child-making demo, I’m convinced that the citizens will do anything to raise up a fuss.
I thought about cracking down on them, but even my subordinates are participating in the events.
Why do I have to go through all this?
Frustrated, I slump down on my chair and shove all the paperwork aside.
Discovering psychology 5th edition Womens Chapter Banfield Beautiful Womans Beauty Clears Conflict Disagrees Dismissed Discovering psychology 5th edition Womens Chapter Banfield Beautiful Womans Beauty Clears Conflict Disagrees“I’m not doing this anymore! I’m taking a break for the day. In fact, I’m going straight to sleep.”
I wonder if the Guide can do something about this if I pray hard enough.
As I entertain such foolish thoughts, I notice Amagi casting a disapproving gaze in my direction.
“Master, there’s still something important that you must do today.”
“I know, I know.”
Helpless, I stand up from my chair and head to the audience room.
◇
Meanwhile, the Guide, who was at the Empire’s capital, was trembling while reading an electronic newspaper that he had picked up.
“Liam’s firstborn? Things are really progressing in his favor while I’m away.”
The guide shook his fist in frustration.
He was currently living in the garbage dump of the back alley. For some reason, the Guide found this place calming.
Looking up at the Capital’s artificial sky, he said, “Now that he has a baby, I have even more ways to mess with him. Unfortunately, I can’t get too close to the Banfield Family’s home planet, lest I get badly burned again.”
This was his chance to inflict mental anguish upon Liam, but the Guide wasn’t feeling too confident due to his previous ordeal at the Banfield Family’s territory.
He might be able to achieve something if he really pushed himself, but it probably wasn’t worth the pain he’d have to undergo.
While the Guide was struggling to decide what to do, the dog spirit had appeared beside him, baring its teeth.
Since the Guide harbored thoughts of harming Edward, Liam’s son, it didn’t hesitate to deliver all the blessings that the child had received.
The bundle of blessings held in its mouth transformed into a ball and rolled towards the Guide, coming to a stop right at his feet.
“Huh? What’s this?”
At first, he couldn’t discern what it was.
It appeared to be wrapped in something, but the truth eluded him.
If he were at his prime, he would have immediately recognized it, but in his weakened state, he carelessly reached out to grab the ball.
He picked up the lump of emotions, which exploded in front of him, corroding his body as if it was poison.
“HIGYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!! BUT I’M INNOCENT!!”
After making a spitting gesture, the dog spirit left.
It had taken the Guide painstaking effort to recover his body, yet it was gone, just like that.
He began to weep at his misfortune.
“This is too cruel. What did I even do to deserve this? All I did was spread some misfortune here and there. Why am I being treated like this!”
It was truly a selfish claim to make.
The Guide was once again back to being just a hat, but he didn’t wallow in despair this time.
“—Strange. Something’s not right. I’m so far away from Liam. How could his gratitude and the blessings that his child received reach all the way here? This definitely isn’t normal.”
It finally dawns on him that someone or something might be out to torment him.
“Is someone trying to get in my way? —Then they better be prepared. No matter how many times I’m brought down, I can make a comeback again and again! The Empire’s Capital is brimming with negative emotions that have accumulated over the years. Eventually, I will recover my strength, no, I will gain more power than ever before, and I’ll show everyone that tormented me what hell truly is.”
The Guide said this with an eerie laugh.
However, it didn’t sound as threatening coming from a hat with small limbs attached.
◇
The war with the Kingdom of Dominion has come to an end.
Based solely on the outcome, it may appear that the Banfield Family ended up drawing the short end of the stick, having lost half its fleet without gaining anything in return, only succeeding in repelling the kingdom’s fleet.
—However, we did end up benefiting from the war
The Banfield Family’s audience hall.
I’ve called upon my subordinates that have played an active role in the war.
“This battle was truly meaningful. We were able to sift through the trash and discover you all, diamonds in the rough.”
Some of them might feel unhappy hearing me dismiss the comrades that fought together with them as trash.
However, it’s true that a lot of people fled in the face of the enemy, which is a serious crime in the military, and I have no intention of forgiving those people.
On the other hand, I plan on rewarding those that contributed to the war.
“You’ll each be receiving a promotion, along with a hefty sum of money. And to the families of the deceased, I promise suitable compensation as a token of our gratitude. —Now that that’s out of the way, let’s get to the main event.”
There is tension in the audience hall.
“For a while, I’ve only had Klaus as a member of the Numbers, but it wouldn’t be appropriate to keep it that way. Let’s decide who becomes Two and so on.”
There’s a buzz in the audience hall.
Tia and Marie are looking at me with expectant eyes, but I won’t be promoting them because of all the trouble that they’ve given me.
“—Kukuri, show yourself.”
A man clad in a black coat and wearing a mask suddenly emerges from the floor of the audience hall.
Kukuri’s the leader of the Banfield Family’s Black Ops.
An unsettling atmosphere forms inside the hall.
“It’s the Black Ops.”
“But I thought only knights can become members of the Numbers!”
Many people are under the impression that numbers are given only to knights, but I don’t recall ever saying that.
“Kukuri, I appreciate all the work you’ve put in throughout the years. You shall be the one to receive a number after Klaus.”
“Kihihihi —Lord Liam, we of the Black Ops have no need for such titles.”
“Just shut up and take it. Consider it proof of my appreciation.”
“—As you will.”
While remaining on his knees, Kukuri sinks back into the floor and disappears.
I guess he doesn’t want to show himself before so many people.
“Now then, onto the next person. —Step forward.”
I turn my gaze to the red-haired female knight who’s been waiting in the back.
Heeding my call, she approaches me with calm steps.
Not an ounce of panic can be seen as the young girl gets down on one knee and lowers her head.
“Ellen Tyler —No, as someone qualified to be an imperial knight, I should be calling you Ellen Sera Tyler.”
Her long red hair’s been tied up in a ponytail, and she’s styled her bangs asymmetrically, with one side longer than the other.
I’ve been busy for the past few years, making preparations and going to war with the Kingdom of Dominion.
In the meantime, Ellen has finished her training.
Rinho and Fuuka, who were lined up among the military officers, whistle when they see her.
“Turns out Ellen’s back.”
“She’s grown taller as well. —I wonder if she can exchange blows with us now?”
Ellen smiles upon noticing the curious gazes of my junior disciples.
“I’m glad to see that you two haven’t changed.”
While she still maintains a slightly childish appearance, it is evident that she has matured on the inside.
I have Ellen stand up.
“Rise.”
“Ha!”
Ellen’s really grown a lot in the time I’ve neglected her.
“You’ve changed a lot.”
“I’ve been training for the past few decades. I was under the care of Lord Kurt as well.”
I had her work as a soldier under Kurt for some time. He must’ve drilled a lot into her during that period.
“In that case, I will grant you the seal of approval for the School of One Flash at a later date. For now, you shall be bestowed with the number ‘Three’.”
“Ha!”
Two people have already received their titles.
Tia and Marie are still waiting for their names to be called, but I ignore them and continue.
“And this will be the last. [Emma Rodman], step forth.”
“A-as you will!”
A female knight who’s younger than me comes to the front with a flustered look. She probably didn’t expect her name to be called.
Emma’s a young female knight with brown hair and a bob cut, a native to the Banfield Family who retains her naivety.
I nominated her because it makes for a good success story.
Others might become envious of her, but at the same time, those with ambition will strive to reach greater heights so that they’ll be the ones promoted next time.
Just to be clear though, she’s put in her fair share of work until now. It’s just that her achievements paled in comparison to those of our main cast.
When Emma’s name gets called, Tia and Marie reveal complicated expressions.
Among those present in the audience hall, there are some that cheer her on.
—I didn’t know she was this popular.
“I’m looking forward to your future success.”
Emma’s been restless up until now, but upon hearing my words, her expression becomes firm, as if she’s made up her mind about something.
◇
Back in my room, I lift Edward up and lie down with him on top of the spacious bed.
Rosetta, who’s watching my interaction with Edward, smiles.
“He’s grown a lot, hasn’t he?”
Because of the war and its aftermath, I was unable to return to the territory for nearly a year.
In that timeframe, Edward seems to have grown quite a bit.
Even in this world, babies grow up fast.
Edward is looking at me, but he’s not smiling.
“I guess after being apart for a year, he doesn’t see me as his father.”
Rosetta strongly denies what I say.
“That’s not true! I showed him videos of Darling every day, telling him that daddy’s a busy man.”
“Was that necessary?”
“Of course, it was! And I promise you Edward missed his daddy as well! Whenever he watched a video of Darling, he’d cry out for his ‘dada’.”
You sure you didn’t mishear things?
I give Edward’s cheeks a light pull.
“Grow up strong and healthy. You will one day succeed me as—”
I stop just as I’m about to say “duke”.
As things stand, Edward likely won’t become a duke.
Still, for the time being, I want him to grow up healthy.
As the son of an evil lord, I’ll let him live a happy life, though I can’t promise for how long.
It should be fine as long as I’m here, but no one can say for certain how one would grow up.
I entrust Edward to Rosetta before sprawling down on the bed and expressing my gratitude to the Guide.
—I wasn’t too sure about having children, but it turned out better than I thought.
I pray harder than usual.
For some reason, it feels like I can hear the distant sound of the Guide screaming.
It’s probably just my imagination.
But then again, he’s quite shy. Maybe he’s shouting to mask his embarrassment.
◇
The Guide was writhing in pain after being basked in Liam’s gratitude.
Meanwhile, Bagrada, who resided within the palace, was grinning in a vulgar manner, having heard about the outcome of the war against the Kingdom of Dominion.
“Good, let there be lots of bloodshed and hatred.”
Bagrada could’ve cornered Liam even further, but he chose not to on purpose.
“The more active he is, the closer I will get to my goal. Once all the conditions have been met—”
He didn’t care about the war’s outcome.
For him, what mattered was that the war happened.
“I thought it will take a bit more time, but the plan’s been brought forward thanks to the Duke. I have great expectations for you, Liam-kun.”
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Brian (´・ω・｀)ノシ: “And with that, we conclude Volume 11. Thank you for reading the story up until this point, and I bid all our readers adieu.”
Brian (´；ω；｀)ノシ: “Parting is painful, but we look forward to seeing you in the next volume.”
