Chapter 100
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Emperor Jovanes decided to attend the conference room where the aristocratic council was held.
That's to end the last fierce Eastern tax debate.
"Today Lombardy's face will be amazed."
The sarcastic Ferdick Angenas was heard by all the nobles around him.
"Haha! I'm looking forward to that!"
People around him were busy helping him with a word or two.
Lord of Angenas shook his legs hoping the meeting would begin soon.
In the past few days, Ferdick Angenas has been walking in and out of the Palace gate.
Every day he met the Emperor to persuade him to collect taxes from the West. [1]
Thanks to this, the Emperor, who has little opinion at first, seemed to have completely crossed over to this side after hard work.
He showed positive signs, listening and nodding whenever he spoke.
Every time those things pile up one by one, Ferdick Angenas called for pleasure.
We can finally beat Lulak Lombardy!2
It didn't matter what happened in the East.
But, the fact that Lombardy's contempt on such a controversial political issue is largely symbolic.
It also meant that the Emperor decided to support the Angenas, that Lombardy's status wasn't the same as before, and that the Angenas would eventually become the best family in the Empire.
Ferdick Angenas intended to smile at Lulak Lombardy's face the moment the Emperor ordered to 'collect taxes in the West!'. [2]
When the Angenas became so unbearable, the door to the conference room opened.
Mm-hmm.
But the Emperor wasn't alone.
He was with Lulak Lombardy.
"Huh."
Ferdick Angenas didn't like it but tried to pull himself together.
No matter how eloquent Lulak Lombardy was, he will not be able to break the ball he'd collected for days at once. [3]
The Emperor took the highest seat, and start the meeting.
It was the Emperor's turn, following the chairman's brief opening remarks.
Gulp.
Ferdick Angenas clenched his fist invisible.
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"The Lord's opinion on the severe drought in the East, which continued this year, was divided in half."
Jovanes's loud voice rang throughout the conference room.
"I've read the opinions of both groups and I've pondered over them. To be honest, it's so simmering that it's hard to pick one hand."
The Emperor stopped talking and finally swept his beard as if he were agonizing over it.
Even in that short of time, Ferdick Angenas was restless and go crazy.
He squeezed the armrest of the chair with his sweaty hands.
"But I've made up my mind."
Finally!
Ferdick Angenas looked at Lulak Lombardy with a smile around his mouth.
It just so happens that Lulak was looking this way.
By the way, something was strange.
One corner of Lulak's mouth was slowly facing up.
Why are you laughing?
I'm the one who will won.1
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At the moment, an ominous premonition passed strongly.
And Jovanes declared.
"I feel sorry for my people in the East who are suffering from drought, so I will not collect taxes this year."
"Oh, no!"
Ferdick Angenas screamed loudly at the moment.
He tried to cover his mouth with one hand, but it was too late.
The Emperor's eyebrow frowned and nobles were looking at Lord of Angenas.
"Are you dissatisfied with my decision?"
Jovanes asked squeamishly.
"Well, it's not that..."
Ferdick Angenas quickly rolled his head and came up with an excuse.
"Last year... Didn't you already exempt from the Eastern tax last year? However, I am worried that if we do so this year, the national treasury will be empty..."
"Oh, I didn't know Angenas was so worried about my pockets."
After all, the treasury was the property of the Emperor.
The Emperor said he would not collect taxes in the East even if he lost money, so, the aristocrat had nothing to say.
They just hoped the spark wouldn't hit them and the tax levy wouldn't rise.
"Well, of course. Angenas is always wholeheartedly for His Majesty..."
"Yes, for my sake, Angenas will have to pay enough taxes this year."
"...Yes?"
Ferdick Angenas bit his tongue late but it was already spilled.
"Thank you, I am very grateful that I have lightened your heart, and I have vowed to pay more taxes this year in front of all the noble associations."
"Then I'll be back."
After completing his business, Jovanes left the conference room immediately.
What has he done now?
Ferdick Angenas, leaning on the backrest, looked straight ahead.
And met Lulak Lombardy's eyes again.
Lulak Lombardy was smiling.
It was the smile of the perfect winner.
It was the same smile that Ferdick Angenas said he would make at a critical moment.
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Emperor Jovanes decided to attend the conference room where the aristocratic council was held.
That's to end the last fierce Eastern tax debate.
"Today Lombardy's face will be amazed."
The sarcastic Ferdick Angenas was heard by all the nobles around him.
"Haha! I'm looking forward to that!"
People around him were busy helping him with a word or two.
Lord of Angenas shook his legs hoping the meeting would begin soon.
In the past few days, Ferdick Angenas has been walking in and out of the Palace gate.
Every day he met the Emperor to persuade him to collect taxes from the West. [1]
Thanks to this, the Emperor, who has little opinion at first, seemed to have completely crossed over to this side after hard work.
He showed positive signs, listening and nodding whenever he spoke.
Every time those things pile up one by one, Ferdick Angenas called for pleasure.
We can finally beat Lulak Lombardy!2
It didn't matter what happened in the East.
But, the fact that Lombardy's contempt on such a controversial political issue is largely symbolic.
It also meant that the Emperor decided to support the Angenas, that Lombardy's status wasn't the same as before, and that the Angenas would eventually become the best family in the Empire.
Ferdick Angenas intended to smile at Lulak Lombardy's face the moment the Emperor ordered to 'collect taxes in the West!'. [2]
When the Angenas became so unbearable, the door to the conference room opened.
Mm-hmm.
But the Emperor wasn't alone.
He was with Lulak Lombardy.
"Huh."
Ferdick Angenas didn't like it but tried to pull himself together.
No matter how eloquent Lulak Lombardy was, he will not be able to break the ball he'd collected for days at once. [3]
The Emperor took the highest seat, and start the meeting.
It was the Emperor's turn, following the chairman's brief opening remarks.
Gulp.
Ferdick Angenas clenched his fist invisible.
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"The Lord's opinion on the severe drought in the East, which continued this year, was divided in half."
Jovanes's loud voice rang throughout the conference room.
"I've read the opinions of both groups and I've pondered over them. To be honest, it's so simmering that it's hard to pick one hand."
The Emperor stopped talking and finally swept his beard as if he were agonizing over it.
Even in that short of time, Ferdick Angenas was restless and go crazy.
He squeezed the armrest of the chair with his sweaty hands.
"But I've made up my mind."
Finally!
Ferdick Angenas looked at Lulak Lombardy with a smile around his mouth.
It just so happens that Lulak was looking this way.
By the way, something was strange.
One corner of Lulak's mouth was slowly facing up.
Why are you laughing?
I'm the one who will won.1
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At the moment, an ominous premonition passed strongly.
And Jovanes declared.
"I feel sorry for my people in the East who are suffering from drought, so I will not collect taxes this year."
"Oh, no!"
Ferdick Angenas screamed loudly at the moment.
He tried to cover his mouth with one hand, but it was too late.
The Emperor's eyebrow frowned and nobles were looking at Lord of Angenas.
"Are you dissatisfied with my decision?"
Jovanes asked squeamishly.
"Well, it's not that..."
Ferdick Angenas quickly rolled his head and came up with an excuse.
"Last year... Didn't you already exempt from the Eastern tax last year? However, I am worried that if we do so this year, the national treasury will be empty..."
"Oh, I didn't know Angenas was so worried about my pockets."
After all, the treasury was the property of the Emperor.
The Emperor said he would not collect taxes in the East even if he lost money, so, the aristocrat had nothing to say.
They just hoped the spark wouldn't hit them and the tax levy wouldn't rise.
"Well, of course. Angenas is always wholeheartedly for His Majesty..."
"Yes, for my sake, Angenas will have to pay enough taxes this year."
"...Yes?"
Ferdick Angenas bit his tongue late but it was already spilled.
"Thank you, I am very grateful that I have lightened your heart, and I have vowed to pay more taxes this year in front of all the noble associations."
"Then I'll be back."
After completing his business, Jovanes left the conference room immediately.
What has he done now?
Ferdick Angenas, leaning on the backrest, looked straight ahead.
And met Lulak Lombardy's eyes again.
Lulak Lombardy was smiling.
It was the smile of the perfect winner.
It was the same smile that Ferdick Angenas said he would make at a critical moment.
Emperor Jovanes decided to attend the conference room where the aristocratic council was held.That's to end the last fierce Eastern tax debate."Today Lombardy's face will be amazed."The sarcastic Ferdick Angenas was heard by all the nobles around him."Haha! I'm looking forward to that!"People around him were busy helping him with a word or two.Lord of Angenas shook his legs hoping the meeting would begin soon.In the past few days, Ferdick Angenas has been walking in and out of the Palace gate.Every day he met the Emperor to persuade him to collect taxes from the West. 1Thanks to this, the Emperor, who has little opinion at first, seemed to have completely crossed over to this side after hard work.He showed positive signs, listening and nodding whenever he spoke.Every time those things pile up one by one, Ferdick Angenas called for pleasure.We can finally beat Lulak Lombardy!2It didn't matter what happened in the East.But, the fact that Lombardy's contempt on such a controversial political issue is largely symbolic.It also meant that the Emperor decided to support the Angenas, that Lombardy's status wasn't the same as before, and that the Angenas would eventually become the best family in the Empire.Ferdick Angenas intended to smile at Lulak Lombardy's face the moment the Emperor ordered to 'collect taxes in the West!'. 2When the Angenas became so unbearable, the door to the conference room opened.Mm-hmm.But the Emperor wasn't alone.He was with Lulak Lombardy."Huh."Ferdick Angenas didn't like it but tried to pull himself together.No matter how eloquent Lulak Lombardy was, he will not be able to break the ball he'd collected for days at once. 3The Emperor took the highest seat, and start the meeting.It was the Emperor's turn, following the chairman's brief opening remarks.Gulp.Ferdick Angenas clenched his fist invisible.Please read this chapter at www.lightnovelreader.com for faster releases"The Lord's opinion on the severe drought in the East, which continued this year, was divided in half."Jovanes's loud voice rang throughout the conference room."I've read the opinions of both groups and I've pondered over them. To be honest, it's so simmering that it's hard to pick one hand."The Emperor stopped talking and finally swept his beard as if he were agonizing over it.Even in that short of time, Ferdick Angenas was restless and go crazy.He squeezed the armrest of the chair with his sweaty hands."But I've made up my mind."Finally!Ferdick Angenas looked at Lulak Lombardy with a smile around his mouth.It just so happens that Lulak was looking this way.By the way, something was strange.One corner of Lulak's mouth was slowly facing up.Why are you laughing?I'm the one who will won.1Please read this chapter at www.lightnovelreader.com for faster releasesAt the moment, an ominous premonition passed strongly.And Jovanes declared."I feel sorry for my people in the East who are suffering from drought, so I will not collect taxes this year.""Oh, no!"Ferdick Angenas screamed loudly at the moment.He tried to cover his mouth with one hand, but it was too late.The Emperor's eyebrow frowned and nobles were looking at Lord of Angenas."Are you dissatisfied with my decision?"Jovanes asked squeamishly."Well, it's not that..."Ferdick Angenas quickly rolled his head and came up with an excuse."Last year... Didn't you already exempt from the Eastern tax last year? However, I am worried that if we do so this year, the national treasury will be empty...""Oh, I didn't know Angenas was so worried about my pockets."After all, the treasury was the property of the Emperor.The Emperor said he would not collect taxes in the East even if he lost money, so, the aristocrat had nothing to say.They just hoped the spark wouldn't hit them and the tax levy wouldn't rise."Well, of course. Angenas is always wholeheartedly for His Majesty...""Yes, for my sake, Angenas will have to pay enough taxes this year.""...Yes?"Ferdick Angenas bit his tongue late but it was already spilled."Thank you, I am very grateful that I have lightened your heart, and I have vowed to pay more taxes this year in front of all the noble associations.""Then I'll be back."After completing his business, Jovanes left the conference room immediately.What has he done now?Ferdick Angenas, leaning on the backrest, looked straight ahead.And met Lulak Lombardy's eyes again.Lulak Lombardy was smiling.It was the smile of the perfect winner.It was the same smile that Ferdick Angenas said he would make at a critical moment.
