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Chapter 18: The Pillars That Support the Empire (part one)

　Liselotte, the third princess of the Froysel Empire, proceeds down the corridor, which is illuminated by an intense light.

“It’s taken me longer than I thought it would. ……”

　The setting sun was peeking through the glass window. According to Liselotte’s schedule, she should have arrived at her destination by this time.

　However, the conversation with Lute was unexpectedly lively, and she missed the time to end the tea party. Since the most important matter of the day was to respond to Lute, it was not a bad thing in itself, but from Liselotte’s point of view, it was not a very praiseworthy result.

　In a tea party, or any social gathering, the host should take the initiative and control the flow of the event. This does not mean manipulating the participants at will from an advantageous position, but rather, to smoothly manage the event and bring it to a successful conclusion, such skills are required as introducing a topic of conversation when necessary based on an overall understanding of the situation, changing the topic when there is a hint of unrest, or ending the event before something important happens, depending on the situation. Such skills are required in order to smoothly manage the situation and to bring it to a successful conclusion.

　In that sense, this tea party, which exceeded the time that she had set for herself, was definitely something to reflect on. And moreover, Lute is an important person who influences the future of the empire. Even though she did not make a mistake, it is out of the question to create a point of reflection at a tea party to which an important person is invited.

“… I guess I got too greedy.”

　Without stopping, Liselotte ruminates over the contents of the tea ceremony in her mind. Then, she dares to put her reflections into words as a reminder.

　By nature, Lieselotte does not talk to herself like this. This is not to say that she never does so, but at least she does not talk in a place where she does not know who is listening, even if it is about something she doesn’t care about. It is an act of deliberately creating an opening, and it would be a problem if it becomes an unnecessary habit.

　The reason why Liselotte is muttering, even to the extent of bending such teachings, is that she is aware of the importance of the points she has reflected on this time, but more than that, she needs to establish her “current” way of speaking as soon as possible.

“──We’re here. Amelie.”

“Understood”

　Therefore, Lieselotte spins her words when she arrives at her destination. She even dares to speak to people she would normally not need to.

　And the maid called Amelie knocked on the door of her destination, Emperor Friedrich’s office, in order to complete her duties.

『──Who is it?』

　The voice of a mature man echoed through the door. Although it was just one word, it was full of tremendous ambition.

　An ordinary person would be intimidated by just one word. However, Liselotte is unfazed and speaks up.

“Liselotte, Your Majesty.”

『──Come in』

　Permission to enter the room is granted. At the same time, the maid Amelie quietly opens the office door.

　There were three people in the office.

　─ ─ A handsome man sitting on the reception sofa, characterized by his quirky blond hair and a cheerful smile.  He is Lionel Grand Froysel, the crown prince of the Empire of Froysel.

　──A girl leaning against a wall with a glass of wine in her hand, with short, shining crimson hair, scarlet eyes, and an overwhelming sense of presence that is unmistakably human. Although she looks about 15 years old, she is in fact the oldest loyal retainer who has served the empire for six generations. She is the only one currently allowed to call herself “Grand Duke,” and is the highest power of the empire, [god of Fire] Axia Will Heisenberg.

　On the one hand, the new star of the empire that will be responsible for the next generation. On the other hand, the absolute and undefeated guardian deity who has protected the empire since ancient times. The two big pillars that support the empire from the past and the future.

　And the last one, one of the strongest pillars supporting the current empire.

　──He is a man of mature age, sitting in a chair that only the master of this office is allowed to occupy, with his close-cropped rust-colored hair, his body like a rock, and above all, his supremacy that makes everyone fall to their knees. He is the great emperor of the Empire of Froysel, one of the two great powers on the continent. He is the leader of the empire, who has made many nobles swear allegiance to him. A monster on the battlefield, always victorious and undefeated. A fearful politician who sees through many schemes. Friedrich Zell Froysel.

　In the Oval Office were the most important people in the country. They are genuine monsters who support the empire from three points of view: past, present, and future.

　Liselotte, who had exchanged words directly with the new demi-god, was called down to them to report on Lute’s personality.

“Excuse me.”

　Liselotte never wavers in the face of the distinguished lineup. She does not forget to act as a lady. Because Liselotte is also a maiden overflowing with talent, though not as much as the monsters in front of her. She is a noble princess who has sworn to be a pillar supporting the empire.

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