Traveling to another world, inheriting a mess at the beginning

Aarons really gave the job of recruiting mercenaries to Karin and Xia Ye.

Although he should have done this kind of thing himself, as a nobleman with no strength and no popularity, he would not get much respect even if he really showed up.

Karin had experience as a mercenary, and Xia Ye had the strength to suppress ordinary combat professionals. Even if they met someone with bad intentions, the two of them could handle it.

"Is the old man sick? What's the disease? How is the condition?"

However, Aarons, who was free, soon heard the news of the old gardener's illness from Meili.

"We went to the hospital with him before, and the doctor said that grandpa only had a common disease, but he was too old, and if he couldn't be cured quickly, he might be in danger."

"Got it, you two will take care of him these days, and come to me if you need money for medical treatment."

"Grandpa has been saying these days that he had committed an unforgivable mistake before... Master, tell me, is what he said related to the matter with Teacher Xia Ye before?"

Smart Meili had already noticed that Aarons had not told them the truth before, but Aarons actually had no way to solve this problem.

After the truth was made public, the old gardener was held accountable? That would also hurt the elderly man. Aarons felt that the old gardener was just a little confused and deceived, and he didn't need to take any responsibility at all.

But now it seems that this kind of gentleness has made the other party's self-blame even worse.

"I guess so, you two little guys should spend more time with him... The old man just wants to make this family better, and I don't want to blame him for anything."

"...Yes, I know."

Perhaps for nobles, excessive gentleness is not desirable.

But Aarons didn't want to be a cold-blooded person - even if he might suffer because of such a character, or put others under unnecessary pressure, he didn't want to change his code of conduct.

In this regard, his arrogance was indeed no different from that of a noble.

...

"Master, this is the basic situation survey report of Moti City. In addition, we posted recruitment information at the city office and the mercenary transfer station today, and it is estimated that we will receive feedback within a day or two."

After handing over a paper report of more than ten pages as if nothing had happened, Xia Ye took out the list of accounts she had recorded.

What Aarons couldn't understand was that she not only had to teach the children two classes every day, but also went out with Karin for field investigation and procurement, and finally she could write such a clear and detailed report -

This is too omnipotent!

"Do you have any questions about this report?"

"No, nothing, you are really efficient."

"I was one of the few brains in the demon army at that time. I was competent in both administrative affairs and clerical work. I also learned a lot about business inspections and material procurement in the past thousand years, so I can tell you responsibly-"

After boasting about herself without changing her expression, Xia Ye even reached out and unbuttoned the top two buttons of her shirt.

"According to the standards of your world, I am the most senior professional secretary or adjutant."

"...Are you the kind of person who likes to brag about yourself?"

"I just hope you understand that the contract you signed with me is not just for me to benefit unilaterally."

Xia Ye seemed to have seen through Aarons's concerns a long time ago, so she used her super high work efficiency to show her ability and intentions-she really wanted to help Aarons achieve his goals.

"I'll just take that as a given, but I won't pay you more if you volunteer to work overtime."

"I won't make such a request. But if you rely too much on my abilities, I'll start asking for extra compensation."

Xia Ye is both an assistant and a motivator, and Aarons certainly fully understands her position on him.

But why would she, who has the power to ignore opinions, give in to this?

"Master, the city office just sent a message saying that a mercenary group responded to our recruitment information and wants to send someone to negotiate."

Karin, who walked into the room to report the situation, interrupted Aarons' thinking, and the news immediately cheered him up.

If he could get the right combat power, he could start to take back the territory.

"Very good. Karin, tell the other party that we accept the request for negotiation. Xia Ye, you are responsible for finding a suitable meeting place. I will go to talk to the other party in person after it is determined."

"Yes, I will do it now."

"You don't need to report to me specifically when you come back, just tell me where to talk during dinner."

After verifying the identities of Karin and Xia Ye, the Marquis'sThe barrier will no longer prevent them from entering or leaving any room.

Since they are loyal to me now, I should also give them equal trust.

"Master, I have something else to report."

However, Karin did not leave with Xia Ye, but stayed alone.

"I heard from Els and Mary this morning that the old man's illness seems to have worsened. It was just a slight fever and fatigue, but now he has started to cough."

"I remember that they bought medicine after seeing the doctor. Is it ineffective?"

"... Do you want to hear the truth?"

——Aarons knew what Karin would say. He just didn't want to face this fact.

"Go ahead."

"The old man's health was not very good. Even if he didn't get sick, he would probably only live for one or two years. And he has been blaming himself after doing something wrong, and now he can't hold on mentally."

"I understand... I understood it a long time ago."

Even if he punished the old man impartially before, this outcome would not change.

Such an old man who has been busy all his life for the prosperity of the Marquis's family, finally lost the courage to live because of his own ignorance and mistakes.

"Let Els and Mary take care of him. It's not time for me to come forward."

"I will tell them your decision. In addition... the old man's matter is destiny. Please don't blame yourself too much for it."

Although she doesn't look like a thoughtful person, Karin is actually very good at observing words and expressions and is considerate.

As a strong person who has led others, she naturally understands Aarons' psychological changes.

"I'm fine. You go to work first. We have to advance the recovery plan as soon as possible."

"Yes."

After Karin left the room, Aarons finally leaned back in the chair a little tiredly and sighed deeply.

——This different world is not a game after all. Everyone is a living being with a soul.

When you move forward for a certain goal, you will inevitably have differences with others. And when I abandon or trample on their ideas and wishes, can I bear their resentment?

"It really gives me a difficult problem."