Damn, I recarneted As A Judge in Fantasy World

Chapter 125: New Governor [1]

'Deliat's system has not yet been properly established,' he thought.

The labor standards law was only the beginning. There was no checks and balances system in place, nor had there been any reduction in authority.

If a new governor were appointed now, things would likely revert to the old ways.

'With the recent changes, many will be eager to exploit the system for their gain,' Able mused.

'I've put in so much work, and now he expect me to return to the Empire and watch it crumble?'

Able resolved firmly, even if dirt got in his eyes, he wouldn't allow that to happen.

I looked at Count Kadisin, his expression a mix of curiosity and concern.

"Do you know why they are calling me?" I asked.

"At the State Council, the voices of the imperialist nobles were loud. Why would you keep such a great man as His Highness the Duke in such a foreign land?" He replied.

"Isn't that His Majesty the Emperor's intention?" I countered.

"He seemed to agree, but he didn't directly state his opinion."

I smiled broadly after hearing Count Kadisin's answer. So this was an order with no special meaning. The Emperor probably doesn't care whether I return or not.

"Please wait a moment," I said, and went straight back to my office to write a letter.

Although the explanation was long and tedious, the gist was simple: "I'm not going."

Count Kadisin's face turned pale after hearing the gist of the story. Even though he is my cousin, how could I refuse the Emperor's orders? He seemed to be thinking, "Where can such crazy things happen?"

"What on earth are you doing?" he asked, baffled.

"I want to finish the work more perfectly. I will provide you with accommodations, so you can rest for a few days and then go. I am busy with official business, so this is my last stop."

I quickly moved on to the next plan.

* * *

"Is everyone here?"

"Yes!" came the powerful response from the room as I looked around.

This is the Governor-General's conference room, with nearly 200 people gathered, regardless of age or gender. Everyone's eyes sparkled brightly, full of expectation. I smiled broadly.

"The reason we have invited you is to promote development in various fields."

"Is it true that if I faithfully produce results, His Excellency the Governor will become my guardian?" A man hastily raised his hand, asking the question.

Our eyes met for a moment, and I recognized him.

'Pierce Russo. A promising sculptor, I think?'

A large man with a bushy beard, he looked like a bandit, but his fingers were long and thin, capable of delicate carvings.

However, there was one problem: all his works were disgusting, depicting things like vicious monsters and horribly dead corpses with too much realism.

'They say the difference between a genius and a madman is only a sheet of paper.'

I nodded and answered firmly, "We will also provide support at the national level."

"Oh!" came the excited response.

"But you have to produce faithful results. I think you know better what I mean."

Pierce let out a low groan, lowering his hand weakly. He seemed heartbroken, but I couldn't help it. We can't allow such monstrosities into the city.

Then I smiled broadly and said, "Okay, now let's kill each other."

Everyone stared at me in astonishment.

I quickly added an explanation.

"It was meant to be a way to show off your skills by dividing into different fields. If you are so poor that you fall outside the standards, of course, your support will be cut off."

"Aha, that's what you meant."

"I hope you will work hard for the development of Deliat. You are the future of this country."

"Ugh! Your Excellency the Governor!" they shouted, eyes red with emotion.

I may wonder why they were so moved, but it couldn't be helped. Deliat had suffered a huge blow that would take decades to recover from—fate of all defeated nations. But here was someone promising a large-scale investment.

"Everyone, go back and get the results. Ask the Governor-General's officials here for any necessary items."

When I turned my head briefly, the managers' faces were pale. They were already overwhelmed with the establishment of the new Labor Office, and it seemed we would have to hire more new employees and create additional offices.

'There's no time. It's impossible to keep insisting that I won't go.'

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If the Emperor repeatedly requested, I would have to return even if I had work left to do.

He hasn't said anything yet, but I never know when my wayward cousin might change.

I went straight back to the Governor-General's Office and summoned Kuro Allegan.

"I'm sorry to bother you when you're busy."

"It's okay. I guess you called because it's very important."

"That's true, but I'm still sorry."

"But what's going on?"

"I plan to expand the government offices."

The Deliat Governor-General's Office consisted of the Ministry of Labor, the National Tax Service, the courts, the police force, and the prosecution headquarters. It was concise and poorly named.

"First, I plan to create an education office and a vocational school under it."

"So you're planning to assign the talented people we met today as instructors?"

"Yes, that's right. In addition, the police force will be promoted to the National Police Agency, and the prosecution headquarters will become the prosecution office. They will be placed under the Ministry of Justice along with the courts."

"Is the Ministry of Justice a means of keeping the Governor-General in check?"

"For now, yes."

To achieve separation of powers, the legislative power of the Governor-General had to be transferred to the National Assembly.

However, that was the Emperor's prerogative, not something I could do. So, we decided to create several surveillance agencies in the Governor-General's Office and the Ministry of Justice.

"It would be good to have an organization in the Empire that reports the corruption of the Governor-General of Deliat. Let's call it the Board of Audit and Inspection," I suggested, reminiscent of the Office of the Inspector General in the Joseon Dynasty, though different in that it reported to the Emperor rather than advising a King.

In any case, it was clear that the organization was designed to prevent the governor from abusing his power.

"And in the future, the position of consul will disappear."

"Then what happens to me?" Kuro Allegan asked.

"Since you were originally a temporary worker, you should return to being a wild man."

"Ah… it's a shame. It was really fun up until now."

Kuro Allegan had devoted himself to state affairs wholeheartedly. Of course, he might change like his older brother, Hojein, but so far, he had shown the traits of a true leader.

Who would have thought a man who lounged at home and thought about building a top would grow up like this? No one truly knows what happens to others.

Looking at Kuro Allegan's bitter smile, I felt like laughing for no reason.

'He can't rest.'

I intended to make a request to the Emperor straight away: Kuro Allegan is the perfect fit for the position of Governor of Deliat.

He'll be faithful now, but what if this person changes later? Just like the Hojein Allegan.

'The Board of Audit and Inspection, the prosecution, the police, etc., will take care of it.' If he crosses the line too far, the Empire will intervene.

* * *

Deliat was in the midst of a major transformation. Government finances were becoming more sound daily, and quality jobs were increasing. The term 'wage arrears' had practically disappeared.

People lived with these words in their hearts: "Is this a country?" Not out of discontent, but in awe, as if to say, "It's heaven!"

Deliat's success became an example to neighboring countries. The Kingdom of Crawford was particularly enthusiastic, requesting that a governor be sent to them immediately.

'Somehow, it feels like Princess Justia's influence is strongly present.'

I imagined her swinging a large warhammer, eyes gleaming. Shivering slightly, I prepared for my final moments in Deliat.

It had been half a year since the golden heir of the Sierra family had killed Skyler.

The Emperor's order to return had come after four months, but I managed to serve the full term, aiming to maximize the transparency of the Government-General.

"Of course, there will be changes here too," I said.

"Probably so. Once you have even a little power, you want to wield it as you please."

"Please take good care of this place. Do your best to maintain this system for a long time."

"I will definitely do that."

"Well then, let's sit down."

I stood up from my desk chair and stretched out my right hand to the side. It was a symbolic ritual to hand over the position to Kuro Allegan.

"Does this mean that from now on I'm the governor?"

"Yes."

Kuro Allegan had a mysterious expression. He probably never thought he would end up in this position.

I immediately brought up the character information window.