I’m the Slit-Eyed Character at the Academy, but I’m not the Mastermind - Chapter 37
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Episode 37
Episode 37 Honor (2)
To summarize Rodelin’s story, it is as follows.
We succeeded in recovering Lutus’ student records.
However, official announcement and preparation of a burial site were rejected.
It’s the same as the conversation I had in the game.
And I knew very well how to solve this problem.
‘Because there is one of the strategies posted by Goinmul.’
But I listened carefully to each sentence and word.
This is because a few things have changed since I played the game.
“Three days later, Luther’s father decided to come visit.”
“Father?”
“That’s right. An apology is an apology, but a proper compensation plan must also be prepared… … .”
Luther’s father. I’m talking about the clown in town.
I can’t believe he’s visiting the academy.
This has never happened before in a game.
‘Originally, the episode would end with Luthus’ student list being restored… … .’
If you use the strategy for stagnant figures, you can even erect a tombstone.
But that was the be all and end all.
‘Is it because it turned out that the clown and Luthus are father and son?’
From here, it’s a road I’ve never been on before.
This means that it is impossible to know what hidden piece this will lead to.
‘But I can feel it.’
It’s the first time a clown has visited the academy, but I have no idea what to do.
Create a situation as favorable to him as possible.
That was likely to lead to the best outcome.
‘You can also get hidden rewards.’
A hidden piece within a hidden piece. My mouth is watering.
First, it was decided to use the knowledge of the deceased.
Rodelin persuades Marquis Luke to erect Luther’s tombstone.
Up to this point, the strategy has been revealed.
“Hehe, wouldn’t it be simple to use the family’s power to put pressure on them?”
“… … Refrain from speaking. “That’s something only charlatans do.”
“Should we be afraid of losing our reputation for doing the right thing? “It seems like Lucid’s reputation has been built up so far.”
Rodelin’s eyes became fierce.
I’m really angry. Because her family is more important to her than her own life.
But my tongue didn’t stop moving.
“Isn’t that so? I’m afraid that my reputation will be tarnished, so I’ll pretend not to see it. “The noble Lucid is no different from other nobles.”
“… … You better watch that mouth. “I’ve seen a lot of people lose their heads.”
“Hehe, is that so? “That’s a little scary.”
I stood up.
Because Rodelin was really ready to swing her sword.
I walked slowly, passing Rodelin.
At the same time, the last sentence was uttered.
“Risking dishonor is the true ‘honor.’”
“… … .”
No answer came back.
But with just this hint, Rodelin will be able to understand.
‘Because we only talk like this in games.’
I left Rodelin, who was lost in thought, and headed to the dormitory.
* * *
“Whoa… … .”
Late at night, nearing dawn.
Rodelin, who was looking at the crystal communication port, sighed deeply.
‘Is there no way?’
No, actually Rodelin found a way.
A perfect excuse for the family to intervene in the academy’s affairs.
Knock, knock.
The student list lies on the desk in the office.
Rodelin’s fingernails continued to tap on the student list.
What was unusual was that the color of the student list was very faded.
It was natural. This student list.
Because it was 20 years ago.
Choprak-.
The student list opened by Rodelin’s hand.
There was a face there she knew well.
“… … .”
widely-.
The student list was closed again.
Rodelin’s fingernails tapped the student list again.
An action that has been repeated dozens of times already.
But Rodelin did not realize that fact.
This was proof that her concerns were serious.
“Rodelin, can you hear me?”
“ah… … “I see you, matriarch.”
“It’s time to say hello. So, did you come up with anything new?”
Rodelin submitted her report step by step.
Some information was conveyed that I had not been able to convey because I was too busy.
Marquis Luke nodded.
“Right. The investigation team departed early yesterday morning. It will arrive in about a week. “Until then, we ask that the site be preserved.”
“Yes, matriarch. “Don’t worry.”
“Okay, it’s late at night. “Try to go to bed early today.”
Now, if you say your final greeting, communication will be cut off.
It was when Rodelin was about to say hello.
Suddenly, Zero’s words rang in my head.
– Risking dishonor. That is true ‘honor’.
Rodelin clenched her fists.
The opportunity to talk like this with Marquis Luke is not very common.
‘Maybe you’ll be disappointed in me.’
No, you will be 100% disappointed. But you have to have courage.
Even if we face the same result as yesterday, even if we are hated by Marquis Luke, we must have courage.
Now, the only one who can restore the honor of Luthus and Parrot County is himself.
Because there is only one.
“Matriarch, I have something to tell you.”
“Hmm, did something else come to mind?”
“no. “It is a matter of treatment of Lutus County.”
“… … I think that conversation ended yesterday. Did you just forget about it? Or have you become dull-headed?”
Marquis Luke’s eyes turned cold.
afraid. But I wasn’t as scared as I thought.
Maybe it’s because once I said it out loud, there was no longer any place to retreat.
Because I was convinced that this was the right thing to do.
“There is a cause. “There is a justification for intervening in the academy.”
“… … “Tell me.”
Rodelin opened the student list.
“This is the student list from 20 years ago. “There was one person from Lucid.”
“20 years ago? then… … .”
“Yes, that’s right. “You are my eldest sister.”
Where Rodelin’s finger pointed, there was a picture of a girl.
Black hair with a bluish tint. A schoolboy-style girl wearing glasses.
Lucia de Lucid.
She is the first child and eldest daughter of Marquis Luke.
She was also Rodelin’s eldest sister.
Why is that name suddenly mentioned?
After thinking for a moment, Marquis Luke’s face became filled with astonishment.
This is because he understood Rodelin’s thoughts.
“Rodelyn, no way… … .”
“Yes, that’s right. “I plan to report my eldest sister.”
“… … “What is the reason for the complaint?”
“Because I couldn’t protect my junior. Not only was he unable to protect a single student, but he didn’t even realize he had disappeared. “You are disqualified as a soldier.”
It’s unreasonable. That too is ridiculous and unreasonable.
If this was brought up in another family, there would have been a backlash.
But the proud Lucid family accuses someone from the same family?
If you do this, the story will be different.
‘We have no choice but to reinvestigate and erect a tombstone for the victims.’
The Academy also has no choice but to accept Lucid’s intervention.
A situation where the Lucid family admits their mistake and asks for forgiveness.
In this situation, if you don’t kiss, it will backfire against the academy.
‘Not only the apology, but also the related expenses will have to be paid by our family. But the real problem is the other side.’
Compensation and tombstone construction costs.
Considering Lucid’s wealth, it’s not even close to the blood of a bird.
The problem arises when people from the same family are accused and scolded for their mistakes.
‘And the youngest is the eldest sister?’
It’s a disgrace to the family. It’s eating away my flesh.
It is a dangerous act that turns a family member into an enemy.
but.
‘If it will restore Luther’s honor.’
The honor of a hero who was almost forgotten is preserved. at the same time.
Lucid’s honor rises even higher.
‘In Lucid, those who do wrong are punished. Even if it’s from the same family.’
That phrase will be etched in the minds of everyone in the empire.
People will unanimously praise Lucid.
This is because it is not something that can be done easily.
Especially if it is a prestigious noble family that is one of the pillars of the empire.
“Risking dishonor. “Isn’t that true honor?”
“haha… … .”
To take on a higher honor while bearing dishonor.
It’s a crazy plan.
The only one who bears the dishonor is Lucia, the eldest. It will only be for a moment.
After speaking, Rodelin lowered her head.
The choice to report her family was not an easy one for her either.
That’s because she was the eldest sister who always cared for her.
“I will personally apologize to my eldest sister.”
“… … There is something wrong with your words. “Why are you apologizing when your job is to correct a mistake?”
“Well, that’s… … .”
Rodelin hesitated.
Marquis Luke was able to notice two things here.
First, Rodelin has a more upright personality than she thinks.
And the second one.
“Who are you?”
“yes?”
“Rodelyn, this is not a plan that could have come out of your head.”
Rodelin is a strong child who knows no shortcuts.
It was only after spending a year at the Academy that I finally realized that it was ‘flexible,’ so it would be easy to infer how rigid it was.
‘But you come up with this brilliant idea as soon as you become a second year student?’
This cannot happen.
Rodelin’s feelings for her family were well known to Marquis Luke.
A child who is anxious about even putting a small scratch on his family’s honor.
Does a child like that come up with the premise that a family embraces dishonor?
It’s impossible.
It was clear that someone had given me advice.
“Well, that’s not true. This is what I thought of… … .”
“I asked who it was. “I asked for the second time who I was.”
This means that looking at it ends here.
Rodelin closed her eyes tightly.
“Zero… … “It’s the military.”
“Zero? “Isn’t he a kid who made great contributions when attacking the devil’s side?”
“Yes, that’s right. “It was Zero who solved the two problems of the devil’s prank.”
Originally, the story would have ended here.
But Zero’s appearance and [ominous energy].
A hidden piece activated to reveal the relationship between the clown and Luthus.
Rodelin’s affinity for Zero.
These three things activated a new hidden piece.
“Not only does she look good, but she is also fluent in demon language. “Besides, you’re a suspicious person to come up with a plan like this at your age.”
“It’s not like that! Your detective skills are just extraordinary! It was Zero who found Lutus’ father, and despite his appearance, he has a warm heart… … !”
Rodelin covered her mouth.
Without even realizing it, I rebelled against the Marquis. And while shouting loudly.
“… … .”
“… … .”
There was a short silence.
The reason why Marquis Luke was embarrassed was the same.
“S-sorry. Maybe it’s because I haven’t been able to sleep lately, but I made a mistake… … .”
“… … You look very tired. Make sure you sleep well. “I will contact the first one.”
“Well then, I’ll just leave, matriarch.”
The crystal communication port was stained black.
Marquis Luke looked at it for a moment and then opened his mouth.
“Albert, prepare the announcement. “We’ll announce it as soon as tomorrow morning, so we’ll have to move quickly.”
“Yes, my lord. Should I contact the first lady?”
“Okay, write an apology as soon as possible. Please explain the situation carefully. Oh, and tell them that it’s my order.”
“All right.”
Since it is an order from the head of the family, there will be few people who harbor ill feelings towards Rodelin.
Butler Albert closed the office door and left.
There will be no mistakes. He has been with me for over 40 years.
“Luthers… … “A worthy person has gone.”
Marquis Luke is a man who values honor.
Luther’s heroic spirit was enough to touch his heart.
From the beginning, I wanted to provide him with at least a small place to live.
As long as the justification is sufficient.
‘I had a meeting with my vassals, but no matter how much I thought about it, there was no way.’
But the youngest member of the family, the upright Rodelin, came up with the method.
“Risking dishonor. That is true honor… … la.”
A dark, lonely office.
Suddenly, Marquis Luke burst into laughter.
This is because Rodelin’s image came to mind a little while ago.
Not only did he come with a strange plan.
He doesn’t give a single word to the head of the family and even talks back to him.
“Children grow surprisingly quickly… … .”
Marquis Luke seemed to be able to sleep comfortably tonight.