Knights, Let’s Smash Them

87 – The Melancholy of Baron Kirten (2)

At first, I thought I had heard it wrong. Permanent residence? Are you referring to something like a tattoo on the back of your arm giving orders to that Servant?

If it wasn’t that, I thought it was a joke.

Would you like to become a permanent resident?

Of course!

Actually, it is Gura. Just think.

This may be a little rude, but…… It’s not something that shouldn’t happen at all.

It is possible that Baron Kirten Mexis has an inner affinity with me, almost like a best friend.

But the baron’s expression was serious.

Like when you ruthlessly shove that Franken bastard!

“What do you mean?”

I thought it might be a loyalty test, so I looked straight into the eyes of the other person and asked.

Ugh, don’t underestimate a veteran who has been with the Black Lion Knights for three years. It’s not that I only ate bean rice.

“That’s literally it. It would become the Barondom of Luberne, not the Barondom of Kirten. You can change the name of Youngji anyway you want…….”

“No no, that’s not it.”

My head was confused. Suddenly?

Are you saying that even in the county, he will give up his position as lord after cultivating a territory that is uniquely well-fed and prosperous?

As far as I know, there have been only two cases in which a lord gave up his domain.

If you quit for political reasons, whether it’s a power struggle or a quarrel with a neighboring estate.

And if the rest of the given territory is really no answer without an answer.

Where can Baron Kirten get caught up in a power struggle? At least in this city and dominion, Baron Kirten Mexis’ position is as strong as that of Count Rupel.

On the contrary, if it was checked in the county, it was checked, but the baron’s position was never threatened by anything else.

Then it’s the latter…….

“Has there been a riot in the territory recently?”

“What do you mean by that!”

“Or was it actually all a mirage? Are cracks appearing in the monumental tower that was built by attracting the souls of the local people!?”

“What do you see me as, what the hell?”

“Other than that, why are you suddenly handing over the position of lord?!”

The baron sighed deeply at my words and added.

“Honestly, these days I feel a lot of boredom.”

A feeling of boredom.

Now that I think about Baron Kirten’s current situation, he deserves to come.

Inherently, a person must have a goal to work hard. Aren’t I wandering all over the county now, saying that a day is far away?

There are a lot of things to do, and I still have a long way to go to my final destination.

Boredom? If I can afford to feel that way, I will eat another chicken.

Because I’m too busy, I can’t pay much attention to nutritional supplements, so I’m losing muscle due to lack of protein.

By the way, Baron Kirten Mexis has already finished his work.

The free city of Monterto has already left his hands, and Baron Kirten is also running well without him having to take care of it.

Of course, it is something to be happy about, that Yeongji is running well without any problems.

This again…… For people like me, the story is a little different.

My first impression when I saw Baron Kirten Mexis in Tippen Village was that he was more like me than I thought.

Should I say it feels more appropriate for an administrator who runs the business and leads change, rather than a lord who reigns leisurely?

‘When I was in the Knights of the Black Lion, I also often felt boredom.’

It is in line with the reason why deceased figures who have finished all the ending content in MMORPGs light a bonfire in the square and only play/dance motions.

Since there is nothing to do, I melt time by doing something meaningless.

Just clearing daily quests (reviewing accumulated documents), and sometimes going on raids (business trips) when the time comes……. After repeating such a daily routine for weeks or months, I felt skeptical about life.

“Or would you rather go on vacation?”

“Unfortunately, I don’t like to travel very much.”

“…… Then why don’t you change your mood while eating delicious food?”

“Isn’t the Lucihyup Monterto branch established last week? After three meals a day of chicken, I got a little fed up with it.”

No matter how delicious the chicken is, of course you get tired of eating it that way, you crazy person.

It’s a fried dish, so I get sick quickly, but I thought I ate three meals well. I’m not a single student without money, and I never dreamed that I would eat chicken until morning.

“Perhaps these feelings can’t be resolved until something happens to the Barondom……. As a lord, wishing something would happen to the territory is disqualification from being a lord.”

Baron Kirten said with a sad look.

Damn it, that’s a serious workaholic.

I was once like this too.

“So that’s it. After all, Baron Alroy of Luvern has the same title as me……. He’s one of the few people I can trust and entrust to Baron Kirten.”

It won’t work as he said. I had the proper title, and as a member of the 8-person vassal, my ability was recognized.

Just…… Whether the residents of the Baron’s Territory would readily accept the change of lord in that way is another matter.

The biggest flaw and problem of Baron Kirten Mexis was, ironically, the overwhelming trust of the residents.

Since it is unknown how much resistance there will be, even Count Rupel cannot easily replace the lord.

Since he was simply ‘given’ the territory, it was possible for the count to take back the authority over the territory if he wanted.

It was clear that Count Dionaos Rupel was concerned about the resentment of the Baron’s citizens over the incident.

A ruler who puts Young Ji-min above all else.

“Thank you so much for giving me a good review, but I don’t think I can.”

I politely declined Baron Kirten Mexis’ offer. No, the lord’s position is not a duty, and the barons under the count cannot rotate around.

“As expected.”

“But I think I can alleviate Baron Kirten’s worries a little bit.”

“…… What do you mean?”

I answered while savoring the steaming black tea that was still steaming.

“Through the ranger system.”

***

Patrolman.

In fact, it was a system created by the emperor of the empire to check the expansion of local lords.

As strictly recorded in the imperial decree, it could also be applied to Baron Kirten.

A system that literally replaces the existing lord according to a certain standard or cycle, or when there is a reasonable reason.

Here, rather than replacing, it would be more appropriate to say substitute for a while.

“What prompted me to visit Baron Kirten in the first place?”

“Isn’t it because of the Iron Road completion project?”

“That’s right.”

Now, the reputation of Rupel Manor must have increased and the number of members of the Merchant Guild has increased.

Now it was time to focus purely on road completion.

However, the biggest problem that exists in this construction project is the beggarly terrain of Count Rupel.

How come the territory, which borders the Duchy of Hebron, is rich in underground resources, and is even within a relatively short distance from the capital of the empire, has not developed?

Because the terrain was truly terrifying.

A huge mountain range divides the road to the north and east, to the Duchy of Hebron.

The southern part of the territory—that is, except for the barony currently managed by Baron Monterto and Kirten, most of it was mountainous, so transportation was very inconvenient.

In some villages, walking is faster than using a wagon.

The reason why I proposed the Iron Road and the vassal also made the construction project the top priority for the territory.

You can’t develop a territory and a city with fame alone.

In the end, it depends on how accessible it is.

Reputation. In addition to the already good quality iron ore, Compton’s potion has recently become popular in the capital.

Above all, we were able to cover it with the best outputs of the last cooking competition, Luchihyeop and Rupel Beer.

In the case of the former, it is impossible to solve unless a new road is opened.

“Iron Road is divided into three sections.”

“I know because I received the business plan. From Jarhead to Petalonto, from Petalonto to Tiffen, from Tiffen to our Monterto.”

“The problem is the road from Petalonto to Typhen Village.”

Zahedya An area with a well-developed infrastructure, one of the best in Rupel Counties. As Petalonto was also used as the lead, there was no part that was very inconvenient.

After attracting investment from Marco Firenze, the first place where construction started was also the section connecting Jarhead and Petalonto.

But Petalonto-Tiffen is a different story.

“The terrain is unnecessarily steep, and the villages that serve as intermediate bases are all separated. As a result, many thieves appear.”

There was little difference between going from Petalonto to the imperial capital and going to Tiffen Village.

Also far closer than the distance on the map!

“So we decided to do a major overhaul of the area. Perhaps the town of Tiffen will also develop into a small town now.”

From noble mtl dot com.

At my words, Baron Kirten’s eyes sparkled again.

“…… You will definitely need someone to repair the village on site.”

“Anyway, isn’t the distance between Tiffen Village and Baron Kirten quite close?”

The point is this.

Baron Kirten Mexis is temporarily dispatched to Tiffen Village, possibly a new baronial territory, to assist and advise on the construction of the road connecting Monterto and Jared.

In this way, the construction of roads could also be significantly ahead of schedule.

As for the road connecting Petalonto and Jarhead, Antonio Tribune was in charge of directing it, but from Petalonto to Tiffen to Monterto, I was the only one managing it.

“Hmm… ….”

The baron’s expression straightened slightly, unlike before.

To be genuinely happy about the news that you have a job.

“If you take care of that section, why don’t I take care of the road from here in Monterto to Tiffen?”

“The assortment is aligned.”

In the end, it is cooperation. As the construction of this road is not on a scale comparable to that of a local project, the residents of the Baron’s Territory should be fully convinced.

“Then why don’t we ask Count Rupell’s intentions about this?”

“Good.”

Baron Kirten Mexis immediately wrote a letter to be delivered to the Count, and delivered it by the courier who was said to be the fastest in Monterto.

The next day.

The Count’s reply, delivered by the courier early in the morning, was so simple and clear.

[Let it be.]

Even the count’s permission must have been denied.

Kirten Mexis started preparing for a business trip as soon as words came out.

It only took one day to quickly seal me as the minor lord of Baron Kirten and hand over all qualifications related to proxy rule.

Showing off his insane administrative powers, Baron Kirten is ready to leave for a new job.

“Then I will lead the Minjung Knights to Tiffen Village.”

“Your practical skills are no joke.”

“hahahahaha, it’s been a long time since I’ve been working on something worthy of work, so my energy is growing.”

Baron Kirten burst into laughter.

“Please take good care of Monterto and the barony, Baron Luberne.”

“If you feel like I’m going to do something bad, why don’t you run right away? It’s right next door.”

I also threw out a joke, and saw the baron disappear with the carriage and his knights.

From my point of view, it was rather a welcome.

To be honest, I had a lot of headaches about how to take care of that Petalonto-Tiffon area, but this one looks like it will blow your nose without even touching it.

Kirten Mexis is an excellent administrator and bureaucrat.

If it’s the guy I know, I’m sure he’ll do well.

And I mean…….

“My name is Jayo Lee, the head maid who will take care of everything during your stay here. I wish you well.”

“Yes, then…… Would you like to take a warm bath?”

I looked at the huge mansion as I spoke to the humble maid who was bowing behind me.

It’s not enough to have been given the position of a minor lord, to live in a luxurious mansion…….

I can’t stand it because I’m so motivated!!

Woohyo~~~~!

Super lucky manor gettodaze─!!!!!