Kays Translations
Just another Isekai Lover~
Chapter 146: History Might Have Been Made…
After finishing their recruitment activities in the classroom, Rest and his group headed to the student council room.
Upon receiving permission to enter, they found not only the student council president, Andrew Iwood, but also a few other individuals.
The student council members Eusgos Betros, Lilanda Marker, Celestine Crocus, and the executive committee member, Isis Carbert, were all present.
“Mu…”
“Lubase? What are you doing here?”
And then…for some reason, Wilhelm Lubase, known as the ‘Sword Saint Who Hates Women,’ was also there.
While the other members made sense, Lubase had no reason to be here as he was not affiliated with the student council.
“…It seems that woman isn’t here today.”
“That woman…you mean Yuri?”
Lubase has an issue with women, but Yuri Catreya is a special case. In their ‘swordsmanship’ classes, he was always being chased by her and had been avoiding her constantly.
“Yuri had to go back to her family for a bit. She hasn’t been able to come to the academy.”
Rest answered with a wry smile to Lubase’s question.
Yuri Catreya is the daughter of the knight commander. Being the youngest and the only girl, she is doted on by her father and brothers. Fed up with her father, she fled to attend the academy but was eventually caught during the recent civil unrest. As a volunteer soldier, she was found by her father, who was the commander, and her brothers who were also serving, and they captured her.
According to what I heard from my father-in-law, Albert, the Catreya Marquis household is currently in turmoil with family disputes and sibling quarrels.
“Ah, you came at the right time. You’re here about the development of the Monster Territory, right?”
Andrew spoke warmly.
“We were just discussing that. You’ve saved us some trouble.”
“What do you mean by that?”
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Viola asked on Rest’s behalf.
Andrew gave a signal with his eyes, and Celestine nodded and began to explain.
“Actually…the people here will be leading the development of the Sabnock Plains, which is the Monster Territory.”
“The people here…are all students, right?”
Primula blinked in surprise.
Rest, Lubase, and Isis had all been ennobled for their achievements and had been granted territories in the Sabnock Plains. But what did it mean for students to lead the development?
“Originally, with the defeat of the monster Sabnock, the decision was made to develop the plains. Of course, the royal family was to lead this effort. However…due to the civil war caused by Marquis Eiger, the royal court is currently overwhelmed.”
With the downfall of Marquis Eiger, who had been a blight on the kingdom of Iwood, the kingdom was at a significant turning point. The internal faction supporting the queen dowager had been eliminated, and much of their territory had reverted to the crown. This caused administrative chaos, requiring knights and officials to be extraordinarily busy dealing with the aftermath of the civil war.
Additionally, there was tension with the neighboring Geisel Empire. The concubine who had been a bridge for diplomacy was divorced, and her son, Rodel, was dead…relations with the empire were deteriorating. The fact that the empire had supported the rebel forces was also known, necessitating vigilance on the eastern front.
“Moreover…it seems that the northern barbarians are making suspicious movements.”
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Celestine added, her beautiful face showing concern as she sighed softly.
“While there have been no overt hostile actions, scouts from the barbarians have been sighted around the border fortresses. We can’t afford to let our guard down there either, so we’re severely understaffed.”
“So, there aren’t enough people to allocate for developing the Monster Territory.”
Andrew picked up the thread of conversation, raising his shoulders dramatically.
“If we delay the development and leave the Sabnock Plains as they are, a new ruler of the Monster Territory could emerge. We must avoid that at all costs.”
“That’s why…the students will be leading the development efforts?”
“Exactly.”
In response to Rest’s question, Andrew snapped his fingers.
“So… the idea came up that I, the second prince, would lead the development. Along with Rest, Lubase, and Isis, who were also given territories in the Monster Territory. Of course, it’s not just the students who will handle this. The royal family will provide funds and personnel, and influential nobles like Marquis Rosemary, the Marquis Catreya, and Duke Crocus will also offer their support.”
“So, the main figures in this development will be Your Highness Andrew and us?”
“Exactly. The idea is to nurture young talent for the future… My father told me, ‘If necessary, I’ll lend a hand, so do your best.'”
This plan aims to cover the shortage of manpower caused by the aftermath of the civil war and external threats by utilizing students. It might also signify the king’s intention to actively use the strength of young people like Rest and Lubase in the future.
“I know you’ve been recruiting people in your class. We want to extend that to other departments and grades. Although it’s not yet decided, we’re considering awarding special credits to students who participate in the development so that it won’t disadvantage them in advancing or graduating.”
“I see…”
Rest muttered.
This was a much larger undertaking than he had anticipated. It was no longer just Rest and his immediate circle; the academy and perhaps the entire ‘nation’ were about to move.
“What do you think? We’d really like your help with this…”
Andrew said, looking directly at Rest.
The Rosemary sisters, Lubase, Isis, and other student council members also turned their gazes toward Rest.
(At this point, I have no choice but to agree…)
Rest had always intended to develop his territory. With royal involvement, gathering people would likely go smoothly. Although he never planned to refuse, Rest nodded and decided to accept Andrew’s proposal.
“Of course, I’d be happy to.”
Though he agreed, Rest couldn’t help but feel like he had become a cog in the grand machinery of the ‘state.’
(Not just any cog… but a pretty crucial one. It’s both an honor and a bit of pressure…)
“Thank you. We’ll be counting on you,”
Andrew said gratefully.
“……”
Rest quietly sighed to himself and firmly shook Andrew’s outstretched hand.