The Wise Lord - Chapter 149



Chapter 149 – New Deputy Administrator (1)

What is someone’s administration?

If you ask me, it’s really embarrassing.

That would be the case, because administration was a very ambiguous concept.

someone managing something.

Someone else running organizations and groups.

Opinions differed on the concept of administration.

However, if you look closely at the opinions, there are words that always appear.

management or operation.

In other words, administration could be said to manage or operate something.

Therefore, an administrator can be said to be someone who manages or operates something.

So, the magistrate of Ellandur.

That position could be defined as someone who manages or operates Ellandur.

And now.

A man walking briskly through the hallways of the Elandur Mansion.

“It must be at this time…”

The General Administrator of Ellandur, Python.

Python was walking through the corridors of the Elandur Mansion.

The scenery of the mansion passes swiftly and swiftly with quick steps.

In the meantime, the employees handed over their greetings, but Python did not have time to respond.

“Princess Xi’an…”

It was because of the complicated thoughts that were tangled in his head.

Xi’an was appointed as an administrator by order of the family head.

I couldn’t figure out how to deal with that unusual thing.

“I mean, the deputy magistrate…”

Even that position was a deputy administrative officer.

Deputy Administrative Officer, the position immediately below the General Administrator.

As a position that could replace the role of Python, he had great authority.

A position that is not easily given up even within Ellandur.

Of course, in terms of position, he was under Python.

But, strictly speaking, that wasn’t the case.

First of all, Xian’s lineage was different.

None other than Elandur’s lineage.

Although he was an illegitimate child, there was no change in the fact that he inherited Durak’s lineage.

Well, considering the treatment Xian had received, he didn’t have to worry about it.

In the first place, Durak didn’t think Xian was particularly important.

but.

“I didn’t think the head of household would appoint them directly…”

This time, the Durak appointed him himself.

It’s not unusual, it’s truly unconventional.

“·······”

Python was quite at a loss as to how to interpret this situation.

and finish

“Maybe the head of the family made a mistake this time…”

Python was able to come to this conclusion.

Marquis’ madness.

incompetent bastard.

There was no one in Ellandur who did not know about Xian’s rumors.

To think that Xi’an is a deputy administrator…

Of course, I knew Xian had changed recently.

An incident in the north that spread rumors throughout the empire.

The star of a new empire that is heard through it.

If not, will there be smoke in the chimney?

As you can see, there were definitely things that were different from before.

I didn’t think it was that stodgy image.

Perhaps his talent as Ellandur will finally shine.

But that was all.

Administrative work was not something that could be done well by being good at fighting.

unmanned and literary.

sword and quill.

The two were completely different fields.

Managing and running someone required different talents.

Even if you have a genius talent in martial arts.

Isn’t it common for even a small village to be poorly managed?

Seriously, even Durak entrusted family affairs to Isabel.

“The patriarch made a mistake this time…”

An obvious mistake.

But I couldn’t help but follow.

Even if it was a mistake, it was Durak’s order.

Because in Elandur, Durak’s command was absolute.

Python moved quickly.

And in front of a visit that arrived before I knew it.

Python let out a deep breath and knocked lightly.

smart.

“I am Python, general administrator of Ellandur.”

#

Xian became the deputy administrator of Ellandur overnight.

Xian was sitting alone in the room.

Originally, I had to be in the administrative office, but I couldn’t help it because the current general administrator was away.

From the looks of it, it seemed that he was quite busy.

To be precise, it seemed like there was a big problem in the Marquis of Ellandur.

That’s also true, because numerous administrators in the administrative office were moving without blinking.

So Xian returned to the room.

If you are in the administrative office without knowing what to do, the administrators will only notice you.

Xian waits for the general administrator alone in the room.

“How much do you think you can afford…”

First of all, Ellandur’s budget was unpredictable.

It is no exaggeration to say that he rules the entire eastern part of the Empire.

Xian did not know the details, but the annual budget was easily exceeded by a billion units.

And the deputy administrative officer is the position that can manage the budget.

Of course, Xian did not have the right to use all budgets.

The general administrator, of course, was mostly involved with Isabel.

However, even if the budget for Xian’s involvement was not enough, it was well over tens of millions.

“Even if there is no monitoring of embezzlement…”

The books were meticulously kept.

The source of the budget use was confirmed by the administrators in two or three folds.

Even with embezzlement, it took only an instant to trace the source.

but.

“It’s impossible to verify the source of Hyunjil in the mobile lord.”

Hyunjil is a slightly different story.

This is because I don’t even know where it was used.

Gold evaporates as it is, so what does it mean to know who embezzled it?

“also···.”

No matter how you think about it, it was a good job.

what to do with boredom

Xian took out his smartphone with a heart full of excitement.

And I ran the mobile lord straight away to organize the list of things to do and hit the estimate again.

but.

[Currently, emergency maintenance is in progress.]

[Some services are unavailable during maintenance.]

[We are very sorry for the inconvenience.]

Mobile Lords did not run.

To be precise, the mobile lord was executed.

However, the parts related to [territory facilities] and local property were not implemented.

“ah···.”

It seemed as if the fainting mobile lord had to be present to activate the realization function.

That moment.

smart.

– This is Python, general administrator of Ellandur.

Along with a light knock, a loud voice came from outside the door.

Xian put the smartphone in his arms and replied.

“Oh, come in.”

Then, with a click, the door to the room opened.

An old man with gray hair stood in the open door.

Slightly lower than Hans?

However, unlike Hans, who had the impression of a gentleman, he stood out for being quite naive.

Stubbornness is an old man who carries an armful of stubbornness.

My first impression of Python was this.

Eventually, the python bowed its head toward Xian.

“Let me introduce you again. I am Python, general administrator of Ellandur.”

“My name is Xian. This time, I was inaugurated as the deputy administrative officer by order of the head of state.”

Xian bowed his head facing Python.

The general administrator had a great responsibility even within Ellandur.

Not to mention the bar location.

In fact, Python was an aristocrat with the status of a viscount.

No matter how much Xian was Ellandur’s bloodline, he couldn’t treat her carelessly.

“Okay then… let’s just introduce ourselves. so what can i do? Since you’re an administrator… what can you do to manage the people of the territory?”

“·······”

At Xian’s words, Python was momentarily at a loss for words.

Is that what a deputy administrative officer could say?

A deputy administrator is literally a deputy administrator.

A position that can replace oneself as general administrator.

But you don’t even know what to do

“I know that Confucius has taken up his post as the lord of Leuven, but have you ever done anything related to public administration?”

“Uh… What about administration? I left all the administrative work to Hans.”

In fact, I don’t even know what administration means in detail.

Xian’s last words sounded like he was muttering.

Python let out a deep sigh.

that means that

Doesn’t that mean you have to teach each one from the beginning?

And a man named Youngju entrusted it to a subordinate and said he didn’t know.

‘Anyway, the unmanned people who only fight…’

No matter how much I thought about it, it seemed like an obvious mistake on Durach’s part to appoint Xian as deputy magistrate.

Python slowly opened his mouth with an expression that did not express himself.

“We will inform you about the related administrative work later. First of all, we have to deal with the damage caused by the current famine…”

“bad year? Did the Marquis have a famine?”

“yes. It’s not just the marquess. There is a famine throughout the empire, and each jurisdiction is in a state of emergency.”

“is it so?”

The look of Xian tilting his head.

Python clicked his tongue inwardly.

Of course, this famine was a disaster that befell the entire empire.

Of course, Ruben would be no different.

“That’s right…”

But Xian reacted almost like someone hearing it for the first time.

Of course, Xi’an did not know that there was a famine in the empire.

Wasn’t that why the imperial family’s support for the north was delayed?

“I didn’t know it was that serious.”

But I didn’t know the situation was this serious.

It was inevitable because Ruben was not applicable at all.

Lv.5 production facilities upgraded with this quality.

And the effect of the World Tree planted this time, Instiz.

The source of life dwelled in Ruben.

And thanks to that effect, it now grows as soon as the seed is planted.

Some crops could be harvested after a few days.

To put it simply, it was no different than blessing the land of Ruben with divine power in all four seasons.

But what kind of famine is a famine?

That’s why I only know that there is a famine in the empire.

I was just trying to paint the aftermath.

By the way, there was a problem due to the bad harvest to the Marquis of Ellandur?

“Looks like a pretty serious situation.”

Xian wondered why the crown prince, Conrad, was so troubled.

He could also understand why the emperor, Baluaga, had willingly given 12 million gold for northern support supplies.

Of course, I didn’t mean it, but… Well, whatever.

Python who does not know such circumstances.

‘If you’re not interested in the territory, you wouldn’t know about these things…’

Python just kicked his tongue inwardly.

“So I brought the relevant approval documents. We will tell you about the related matters one by one while looking at the approval document.”

Python took out a bundle of bills he had brought.

A huge amount that easily exceeds the thickness of a thumb.

“It is all about salvation. In 62 territories, including 1,232 villages under the current jurisdiction of the marquis…”

Python recited the contents of the payment document one by one.

And contrary to the words, no detailed explanation was added.

Because Xian won’t understand anyway.

“Then.”

Rather than giving an explanation, Python just swept over as if reading a dictionary.

Xian was quietly listening to the Python’s words.

How much time had passed like that?

“for a moment.”

Xian interrupted Python.

#

A famine struck the Marquis of Ellandur.

In fact, Xian was not very interested.

Whether there is a famine in Ellandur or not.

What do you mean honestly?

Xian was just full of thoughts to spend wisely with Ellandur’s budget.

But now, Python’s treasure trove.

When I looked at the damage, it was quite… serious.

There were deaths from starvation one after another every day.

The number of sick people who could not eat was increasing day by day.

‘Hmm…’

Xian was lost in thought for a moment.

Of course, Elandur was Xian’s enemy.

It wasn’t long before he became the enemy of Cheolcheonji.

but.

“The corpses of those who died from starvation are rotting, and plague is circulating in some villages. So…”

The people of Ellandur were not.

The only enemies of Xian are the Durak and Elandur families.

They were nothing more than ignorant, innocent people.

The sins they committed were the people of Elandur.

No, this couldn’t really be called a sin.

Because it’s not what they chose.

Durak and Elandur House.

And Xian didn’t particularly sympathize with Ellandur’s vassals.

Later, when he faced off against Ellandur.

I had no intention of showing them any mercy.

So I had no intention of going out.

I didn’t even think about doing the job I deserve as a deputy administrator.

I was just thinking of spending money and spending money.

However, the story of the people of Ellandur was a little different.

‘draft. Love people, have pity and be for them. This is the way Xian can live like an aristocrat.’

At this moment, what was the reason Cecil’s words came to mind again?

Elandur’s mansion with memories with Cecil.

Is it because it is in that mansion?

Fisik, Xian let out a laugh without even realizing it.

“for a moment.”

And he cut off Python’s words as if he was reading a dictionary.

The python paused and looked at Xian.

Xian held up the payment document that Python had just removed from the side.

“this. Why did you do this?”

“yes? What… are you talking about…?”

Xian showed the payment document he was holding to Python and said.

“Here you go. Isn’t it said that grain is harvested in the village of Chuun? Why is this?”

“Yeah…because there are people who are starving?”

While Python was answering, he was honestly speechless.

It was only natural to harvest grain for those who were starving due to a bad harvest.

Xian’s question, why are you harvesting the grain?

Are you saying that whether people starve to death or not has nothing to do with you?

For a moment, contempt lingered in the eyes of the python looking at Xian.

And just then.

“No, I don’t mean that. What I mean is, why did you set this amount of grain?”

I heard Xi’an say something meaningful.

Soon after, Xian rummaged through the bundle.

Then, he took out another payment form and showed it to Python.

“If you look here, the condition of the Churun estate is that the rate of sick people is higher than the rate of starvation, isn’t it? Then we should provide more treatment items than grain.”

“What is that…?”

Python looked at the two approval documents Xian handed over with a bewildered feeling.

“Ah, this is…”

And I couldn’t figure out how to explain this.

“Could it be that the amount of grain was determined simply by looking at the population?”

“That’s not…”

“Then what?”

Python paused for a moment before slowly opening his mouth.

“Because Baron Capel of Churun Territory made an urgent request…”

“I am.”

For a moment, Xian put on a puzzled expression.

It was pretty obvious what the situation would be like.

Simply put, it was the use of power.

“So you allocated more grain?”

“Within a line that does not greatly affect salvation…”

“Do you think that makes sense now?”

At Xian’s reprimand, Python had nothing to say.

Do you know or don’t know how Python feels?

“Then, is it possible that you are here, Gethril Territory?”

Xian asked, holding out an additional approval letter.

And again.

“·······”

At that point, Python had nothing to say.

And at the same time, Python felt like he was going crazy.

That would also be the problems pointed out by Xian now.

So, Xian pointed out the problem.

that means that.

‘You understood everything I said…?’

It was not to the level of understanding.

He pinpointed the problem and correctly identified the reason.

Unless you do something related to this.

These were things you would never know unless you had a deep understanding of administration.

‘How on earth…?’

Wasn’t he an aristocrat who didn’t know anything?

“no wonder. No matter how severe the famine is, this amount of damage to Ellandur cannot be raised. Have you been eating all of this?”

gaze.

“Hey, this isn’t just one or two problems. I can’t. Open all the payment documents you brought.”

Python just stared blankly at Xian.

#

Xian made up his mind to revise the contents related to the approval document in earnest.

It was like helping Elandur, but whatever.

As I said, the people of Ellandur were innocent.

And in fact, it wasn’t even helping Elandur.

It was because it was to spread the budget to the people.

More than anything.

‘Because I can’t even do it right now anyway.’

So until the mobile lord wakes up, there will be nothing to do.

I should also prepare to leave Ellandur.

It wouldn’t hurt to work as a deputy administrator during that time.

Exactly until the mobile lord wakes up.

It would be nice to build trust as a deputy administrator.

‘Then it will increase the budget I can be involved in.’

Xian nodded inwardly and said.

“what are you doing? Do you want me to bring all the bills?”

“Ah, yes, old!”

Python was startled and opened the relevant payment document.

Xian checked the contents related to the approval letter one by one.

‘It’s very sh*t.’

And there was no such thing as a gag.

Well, I guessed why.

Like everything in the world.

The poorer it was, the more favorably and richly it was only for those who had it.

Xian took his eyes off the payment document and spoke to Python.

“First of all, are there any grains stored in the Marquis’ Territory in preparation for such a time? I open them up and give them all to people.”

“Ha, but then there won’t be any barns left.”

“Can’t you just get a refund after the harvest? You’ll get it back anyway, so loosen it up.”

On the other hand, he lends grain for those who are starving due to a bad harvest.

“There will still be people who cannot borrow. Because not everyone can afford it. There must be people who have nothing to gain at the harvest.”

“Yes, but…”

“Let’s release a certain amount of grain and clothing to such people for free.”

It was distributed free of charge to those in need.

“yes···? But then it will take a heavy blow to the finances…”

“It looks like a person will die right away, but is that a problem? And there’s a lot of money in the Marquis’ Territory, right? It’s not worth spending this much, so let’s proceed.”

“but···.”

Even at Xian’s words, Python couldn’t easily nod.

That’s what lending and giving away for free.

Because the impact it had on finances was heavenly.

But Xian didn’t care.

People seem to be starving to death right now, but is money the problem?

And above all.

‘Because it’s not my money.’

Aren’t you spending my money?

Nothing is easier than spending other people’s money.

“So proceed as I say.”

Xian lightly ignored Python’s words and proceeded with the work.

“And there are many people who are starving right now. To work, you need to eat first, so let’s set up a tasting center in each village and have some bread or porridge.”

“Could this be for free…?”

“Because this is fine. Is Elandur just Elandur? Even if someone says something later, just say I did it. I am.”

Xian, the bloodline of Ellandur.

Of course, Xian was treated harshly within the family as an illegitimate child.

However, now he is receiving the attention of Durak.

There was no one who could easily deal with Xian.

Isn’t even Python still unable to dispute Xian’s opinion?

Of course, the fact that Xi’an’s policy could not be disputed also played a role.

Above all, as Xian said, solving the bad harvest was the top priority.

“Ah, I see.”

Python couldn’t help but nod.

“And by setting up a treatment center in each village, we gather the elderly and patients suffering from starvation in one place and treat them. Priests are expensive, so we recruit them as healers.”

“But it’s hard to set up treatment centers and deploy healers in all those villages…”

“Hey! Who sets up all the clinics? Primary, secondary, tertiary treatment, yes? Divided into stages like this, the first in a small town. Secondary for a slightly larger town. The big manor is the 3rd. And if the symptoms are okay, the 1st, if not, the 2nd, and after that, the 3rd. How can you operate it efficiently? Do I have to explain each of these things?”

“That, that’s…”

A Python who has served as the administrator of Ellandur for decades.

“I’m sorry…!”

However, Python was able to find himself in a hurry to follow for some reason.

General Administrator Python and Deputy Administrator, Xian.

Somehow, it felt like the two positions had changed.

“And don’t forget to deal with the dead without a connection directly in the Marquis’ Territory.”

“ancient!”

Xian’s words continued.

“Here, give an order to each territory to plow up the existing farmland and replant it mainly with old crops.”

Guhwang crops are crops that are not affected by weather conditions such as drought or rainy season.

It can be grown even in poor soil.

It also meant crops characterized by a fairly short growing period.

Crops such as millet, blood, turnip, taro, and kudzu belonged to this category.

It could be grown in 60 days at the shortest or 90 days at the longest.

That’s why they were crops grown in times of famine.

So, Xian’s choice was natural.

but.

“yes? Ha, but that will cause problems later.”

Python expressed concern about Xian’s opinion.

“Because Guhwang crops do not make money…”

Because the old crops didn’t make money.

First off, it didn’t taste good.

Compared to wheat and barley, turnips, taro and arrowroot were really tasteless.

In a word, they were crops that were not preferred by people.

Therefore, they were crops grown to minimize damage from poor harvests, which were used as staple food.

But completely plow the farmland itself for crops that don’t even cost that money?

“The resistance of the vassals…”

They were not nobles who would give up their interests.

but.

“Resentment is plague. You will starve to death right now, so when do you plant the wheat and when do you harvest it?”

Xian was unstoppable.

“Isn’t it objectionable and you have to eat and live right now?”

“Yeah, that’s right, but…”

“It’s done. Proceed at my word.”

“Ha, but…”

“If there are vassals who object, organize the list and bring it to me. I’ll report it to the lord. The family head would be very happy if they knew that you embezzled.”

Python was at a loss for words to stop.

A deputy magistrate appointed directly by Durak.

Even the general administrator himself could not control the power.

Perhaps even Isabelle couldn’t touch it.

That’s why it’s safe to say that Xi’an’s actions are tyranny and dictatorship.

In fact, judgement and decision, after all, were irrefutable.

“huh? wait, what is this what? happy birthday party? I’m f*cking sick Throwing a party when people are starving? You are really crazy.”

Crunchy-!

Xian tore the approval document he was holding.

“As of today, ban alcohol and banquets in all territories and villages under the jurisdiction of the Marquis.”

Laws affecting the entire Marquisate.

The deputy magistrates were able to exercise their power even in the enactment of simple statutes.

To be precise, it was the authority of the general administrator… well, that was it now.

“yes? Ha, but then the backlash from the vassals would be formidable…”

“His backlash, backlash. Why do you only protest? They just do the left foot, the right foot, the back foot, the front foot, the pig’s foot, and even the exhalation.”

“Yes, yes?”

“It’s done. If you object, say that I said so. I am. Still, if you’re bored, what is it over there? send it to the lord It’s the head of the family who made me sit here.”

At the same time, the torn payment slips shook—.

It turned to ashes and fell powerlessly to the ground.

Apparently, Xian dragged the aura and burned it.

“What are you doing? Aren’t you writing a new payment form?”

“·······”

Python really had nothing to say.

#

The village of Faerne under the jurisdiction of the Marquis of Ellandur.

“Hey, look! The children here haven’t eaten anything for a week. I’m fine, so even the kids please…”

“Is it because you don’t want to give it to us? There’s nothing you can do about it.”

“Don’t do that, look at the situation. Hey, look! Look!”

“Ah, get out quickly!”

bang!

Hurin slumped into his seat at the door that closed coldly.

“Dad… I’m hungry.”

“When can we eat…?”

The children urged Hurin, but Hurin could neither do anything nor do anything.

“I’m sorry… I’m sorry for this poor father…”

I can only apologize for having been born as the child of a powerless serf.

“I’m really sorry…”

Hurin only repeated the same words.

A famine struck the Marquis of Ellandur.

The famine caused numerous famines and starvation throughout the marquisate.

So now it wasn’t just Hurin.

Most of the people were naked and starving.

Even now, around Hurin, children whining about their hunger.

A newborn baby bursting into tears because its mother’s milk did not come out.

And there were rows of sick people whose ribs were clearly visible.

The situation will be the same no matter where you go.

However, Hurin soon trudged and got up from his seat.

I couldn’t be so discouraged.

Stealing, stealing, f*cking.

Because he had to feed his own children.

however.

“·······”

Hurin was deeply doubtful as to whether this step was meaningful.

One step, two steps.

And just as he was about to take three steps.

“everyone! everyone!!!”

Suddenly, a loud cry erupted from one corner.

the place you looked at.

There, a man was yelling and yelling.

Like Hurin, his face was quite saggy because he hadn’t eaten for several days.

He seemed to have no strength to shout.

Still, what is the reason for shouting like that?

Hurin shook his head.

I don’t know why you’re so excited, but it’s no big deal.

Hurin trudged and moved on.

however.

“The Marquis Family lends grains!!”

The recurring sound was quite unusual.