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Chapter 422: Finne’s role
Chapter 422: Finne’s role
Chapter 422: Finne’s role
Going back a little in time.
Around when Al returned to the Imperial Capital and Anna talked to him about the marriage proposals.
Finne was with Mitsuba.
As I thought, His Majesty wants to make Al king.
What should I do?
Al raised too many achievements as a No.2 for a candidate in the succession war. Something must be done to prevent future unnecessary political disputes. Thats why His Majesty wants to send Al to the Dominion. If he hates that then he has no choice but to leave the Imperial Family.
Yes..it seems that the Brave house, as well as my family, already moved toward that direction.
Even Duke Kleinert wouldnt want there to be a conflict between Al and Leo. He did not give his support to see them fight each other in the end after all.
The Kleinert house has been supporting them since the very beginning.
Naturally, they would expect some kind of benefit in return.
And in actuality, Leo is now on par with Eric. If Leo manages to ascend the throne, House Kleinert will surely be respected for their support so far.
However, if Al and Leo end up in a fight, that future will disappear. Thats why if they instead welcome Al as their son-in-law, not only that risk will be prevented, they can strengthen the connections between them and Leo as well.
ButAl-sama is hesitating.
He doesnt have much choice after all. He doesnt want to get married nor does he want to leave the Imperial Capital. I think he is probably trying to find a choice where he can achieve both of his selfishness?
I dont know what Al-sama will do. But, I thought that only Mitsuba-sama is reliable in a situation like this, thats why I came to ask for your opinion.
How brave of you. Well, as his mother, it doesnt sit well with me for him to be married off in a political marriage..but it was the seed he sowed himself. He did put his status as a prince as a guarantee for the northern nobles. His Majesty has the right to do whatever he wants with him.
However, at the time, that was the only way. Please lend me your wisdom!
Saying so, Finne bowed her head.
Mitsuba sighed at the sight.
It is hard to say no when someone came to rely on her like this.
Let alone that the other party is Finne. She cant just tell her to think of something herself when she lowered her head for her sons sake like this.
I will not interfere with Als choice. Can you give me your word that you will do the same?
What do you mean?
I can predict what kind of choice he will make but thats the decision he has to make alone. Thats why I want you to leave his side until he finds his answer. That is my condition.
.I understand. If I can be of help then.
Being helpful will not cut it. Im sure that child will choose not to marry anyone. He hates relying on others after all.he probably thinks of himself as someone unfit for marriage. His self-esteem is surprisingly low after all.
Is that so..?
He doesnt show that side of him to anyone either. How he likes a position where he can work behind the scenes, how he hates taking on responsibilities, he is like that because he is afraid that he would fail. Well, hes a smart child so he does his best not to fail but married life is not something that he can predict. Thats why he wont choose to marry.
I have never looked at Al-sama that way before.
It is just my analysis of his personality. I dont know whether it is correct or not. That being said, if I am right, the question Al will ponder next would be who he should delegate the responsibility of taking care of the Dominion to.
It is certain that someone from the Imperial Family will have to take on that role. If so, would the candidates be Prince Traugott and Prince Conrad? Prince Rupert is still too young after all.
After he killed his own mother, His Majesty doesnt trust Conrad. The only one left would be Traugott alone.
Then, is it my role to persuade Prince Traugott?
Thinking so, Finne stood up.
I will go persuade Prince Traugott!
Theres no need. Traugott already decided to support Leo and Al. He is not a fool that would not understand this situation. He will make a move on his own.
That means Prince Traugott will offer himself for the marriage.?
It was a development that Finne couldnt imagine.
To be honest, her impression of Traugott is someone who is the farthest away from the talk of marriage among the Imperial Family.
After all, the person himself seems like he doesnt want to get married either.
However, Mitsubas prediction is always reliable.
This person is Als mother after all.
Then what should I do.?
What do you think you should do?
AuuIm sorry for asking againif I dont need to persuade Prince Traugottthen should I persuade His Majesty?
His Majesty is not so stupid to not see the benefit of sending Traugott to the Dominion. The Prime Minister is by his side as well. He will approve.
ThenHer Majesty?
Right. The Empress will never allow Traugott to go to the Dominion. That much is a given. The Crown Princes death was caused by the Dominion after all. If she knows that her one remaining son will head to the Dominion and there is still another prince to take his place then she will never allow it. It is safe to assume that she will think that someone is plotting against her.
But I have no contact with Her Majesty.
Thats why you have to persuade someone who can convince the Empress. Someone you have quite a strange connection with.
A strange connection.?
Finne thinks of Mitsubas words.
There are only a few people whose opinion the Empress will listen to.
After the Crown Princes death, the Empress rarely left the inner palace.
Thats why that person would be someone who is also in the inner palace.
And it is a person with who she has a strange connection with.
After a while, Finne raised her face.
Is it.the Crown PrincessTherese-sama..?
Correct. If you understand that then go to her place.
H, However..because of me, Therese-samas younger brother was.
Normally, she probably will not meet you. But from her personalityshe shouldnt blame you for what happened.
However, the cause still stemmed from Finne. She may not hold a grudge but she probably doesnt think of her as someone she wants to meet with.
I will do my best! I will definitely meet Therese-sama!
Its not about meeting her, what you need to do is persuade her. Meeting with her is easy. You already have an intermediary after all.
Saying so, Mitsuba looked to the entrance of her room.
An Imperial Knight stood at the door.
Commander Alida.
There stood the Knight Commander of the Imperial Knight Order who is also the younger sister of Therese.
Alida.
Can I count on you?
If it is only that much then, gladly.
Thank you. But what brought you here? Is there anything I can do for you?.
I am only working for the benefit of the Empire. And I think that it would bring danger to the Empire if His Highness Arnold is sent away.
He received quite a high evaluation from you huh.
During the rebellion, We were saved by His Highness Arnolds wit after all.
But was it not Arnolds fault that your brother died?
Alida silently shut her eyes at the question.
Then.
If His Highness Arnold was motivated and performed his duty from the beginning, my younger brother would have had treated him in a proper manner. However, it was me and my family who left my younger brother who could only judge people based on their achievements and results alone. My house shares the blame for his death. Surely, my sister also feels the same way.
Is that so..then can you take care of Finne-san for me?
Yes. please, I will guide the way.
Y, Yes! Mitsuba-sama! Thank you very much! I will definitely do my part!
After powerfully declaring so, Finne leaves the room with Alida.
After seeing the two off, Mitsuba began to cough violently.
Cough Cough, CoughI never thought a day would come when I would resent my weakness like this..
Saying so, Mitsuba vigorously drinks her water and leans back on her chair.
She then calms her breathing and relaxes her body.
After all, She couldnt afford to collapse yet.