prisoner of war (3)
this case.
It was not a problem for a single noble to solve.
In a situation that could lead directly to the war with Dmitry, the Earl of Muñez immediately established a magical communication with the Marquis of Memphis.
[ ] This is the current situation. We tried to deny the existence of prisoners of war as much as possible, but considering that we have already secured evidence, that seems impossible. Things are not going well. If Roman Dmitry follows the steps he has shown in the past, he may really break down the armistice negotiations and launch an attack.]
It was an absurd report.
Kronos Empire.
It is a powerful country recognized by all.
Just a few years ago, while Kronos had not dared to protest any injustice he had done, Roman Dmitry first threatened to break the truce negotiations.
The world has changed.
Successive defeats lowered Kronos' status to the ground, and he was reduced to experiencing situations like this.
The Marquis of Memphis was uncomfortable.
'How dare you cross the border without notice. According to the laws of the Kronos Empire, a harsh punishment would be an imperial response.'
However.
I couldn't.
Emperor Cronus went into rest.
In place of the vacant position, he entrusted the Marquis of Memphis with full control of the command system, but the Marquis of Memphis could not handle everything at will.
At the last meeting, Emperor Kronos ordered that diplomacy be handled in a completely defensive manner for the next year.
Knowing what that meant, the war with Dmitry was unwelcome for Kronos.
'Kronos is preparing for the future a year from now. You can't hold back a moment's anger so you can't go wrong with your plan The problem is if we take a step back even on this one. Roman Dmitry, that cheeky bastard's nose will pierce the sky.'
didn't like it
signing an armistice agreement.
There was a lot of talk around.
Seeing those who were arguing that Kronos' prestige had been broken, the Marquis of Memphis simmered.
endured
With a bright future, I was able to suppress my anger now.
"Count Munez. His Majesty the Emperor Cronus has now entered rest. By the way, what will happen if the Emperor's rest is disturbed by a problem such as a dispute with Dmitry?
[ ] Sorry.]
"You have nothing to apologize for. However, I would like to finish this issue in moderation. All of Dmitry's prisoners are being used by the nobles of the 'Eastern Region' for their labor, so if we end the situation with their deviation, we can suppress Dmitry's anger.
beyond the screen.
Count Munez's eyes fluttered.
Reporting to the superior, he thought that the Kronos Empire would choose war without giving up its prisoners.
eastern nobles.
They just followed orders from their superiors.
The nobility, including Baron McHeaton, mobilized prisoners of war as ordered, and believed that the Kronos Empire would be responsible for it.
It really wasn't.
It occurred to me that, depending on the circumstances, the Count Munez might be thrown away as well if the individual had to take on the work ordered by the country.
Suddenly, there was no answer.
OK.
"Count Munez. Don't make it complicated. Isn't that the way the world is supposed to be?"
swallowed the disgust.
Dmitry went to war to save hundreds of prisoners, but the Empire of Kronos told him to abandon those loyal to the empire without any regrets.
There was confusion about identity.
Like Dmitry, we wanted to shout that the state shouldn't be held accountable, but a completely different word came out of his mouth.
[I will follow your orders.]
The history of Kronos.
made with blood and corpses.
In that cruel history, Count Munez wanted to survive as a victor.
* * *
It was a one-sided command.
Baron McHeaton, who had cut off communication with Count Munez, nervously threw the magic communicator to the floor.
Kwajik!
"These bastards! What?! In order not to disturb the rest of His Majesty's Majesty, to treat this prisoner of war issue as a personal deviation from the Eastern nobles? It just means you're going to die for me, Roman Dmitry!
The magic communicator was horribly broken.
Even if the expensive items were shattered, it wasn't a big deal for Baron McHeaton now.
Roman Dmitry.
His actions on the battlefield are terrifying.
There was no way to save the beings classified as enemies, and even the great swordsmen representing Kronos met Roman Dmitry and were all killed.
But to bear the wrath of such a monster.
Moreover, I was shocked to hear that Count Munez sent a messenger to talk, and he immediately blown his head away.
it was dark
Mouth was dry.
To solve the problem, I quickly called in Jason.
"Jason. Is there any way to solve this problem?"
" It seems a little difficult this time. Now that the Kronos Empire has decided on the personal deviance of the Eastern nobles, the only way we can survive is to hope for Roman Dmitry's mercy. If we don't obey the orders, our heads will be blown to the treason road, and if we do, Roman Dmitry will try to kill us. If so, we must simply take the prisoners as they demand, and temper our anger as much as possible."
damn!
contorted his expression.
why.
Does that mean you have to take on all the responsibility yourself?
Forgetting how excited he was by calling the prisoners free manpower, he hurriedly gave the order as Jason said.
"Get all the prisoners right now, without any exceptions."
Okay.
10 minutes later.
The prisoners were brought
The prisoners thrown to the floor looked up at Baron McHeaton's face with terrified faces.
They were unaware of the current situation.
Most of the people who are brought outside are headed to the torture chamber, so fear of pain can be seen on their faces.
They struggled to clench it.
With a body that was weak from eating and being abused, he couldn't resist much, but he didn't want to look down on him until the moment he died.
Carol's case.
Everyone was smitten by evil.
Seeing them with their eyes wide open, Baron McHeaton shook his head.
"In this state, it only arouses the wrath of Roman Dmitry. Right now, take these guys and wash them all!"
The humiliation of the prisoners was so tragic.
on the orders of the baron.
The soldiers took the prisoners back.
The problem wasn't just that.
It's enough to wash off a dirty mole, but it was different for people who were tortured like Carol.
They looked like they were going to die right away.
In particular, it was too obvious what Roman Dmitry would react as soon as he confirmed the skin, where necrosis was progressing, and the scars that made a frown.
I chewed my nails.
After thinking about it for a while, Jason said in a soft voice.
" How about hiding the tortured guys secretly? For the other prisoners, I will try to silence them somehow. Once you get past that hurdle, even Roman Dmitry will have no way of getting his hands on it."
"The Count Munez said there was evidence."
"Do you really believe that? We thoroughly concealed the existence of the prisoners of war. The magic communication has trampled his tail, but that doesn't mean he doesn't have a complete list of prisoners. Trust me."
"Great."
swallowed salivation.
It was the only way.
First, as Jason said, it was important to survive immediately.
I know. Remove this guy and other guys in poor condition from the prisoner list."
* * *
2 hours later.
As promised, the nobles of the East commanded the prisoners of war.
in front of the defensive position.
Seeing the enemies lined up with Roman Dmitry in the lead, Baron McHeaton swallowed his fear and stepped forward.
" All of Dmitry's prisoners have been brought. First of all, I would like to sincerely apologize for hiding the existence of the prisoners. It wasn't meant to be that way from the beginning. When the armistice was negotiated, they tried to release Dmitry's prisoners, but things went awry and he missed the opportunity to speak about their existence."
right in front of you.
There was Roman Dmitry.
His voice kept trembling.
Roman Dmitry's eyes looking at him were so eerie that he doubted whether he was the same human being.
"This is entirely a personal mistake. The problem could have been resolved if they had disclosed the existence of the prisoners of war even if it was late, but I was terrified to hear that an armistice had already been signed. We misunderstood that the truce negotiations, which had been difficult due to our mistake, might be overturned. The thought was short. So, please punish us and reconsider our relationship with the Kronos Empire. Kronos wishes for peace."
It was funny.
A nobleman of the Kronos Empire.
peace with other countries.
The nobles of Kronos were the tribes famous for acting in any country, and they could spit out any word in order to survive in a life-threatening situation.
It was a really painful time.
Baron McHeaton took the lead because he had the most prisoners, but he felt like he wanted to turn around and run away.
But.
The water has already spilled.
For the future, I knew that I could survive as a powerful person only if I manage this case well.
I'm really sorry.
Apologize several times.
Little by little, I felt a sense of relief.
I thought I might accept an apology from the other person's blunt reaction.
That was then.
"What did I say?"
" Yes?
"I would definitely have warned you not to miss a single one."
Moment.
My heart plummeted.
The moment you lift your head in embarrassment and try to make an excuse.
damn-!
A huge shock hit his face.
* * *
There was no bird to dry.
Roman Dmitry grabbed his arm so he wouldn't fall, dragged him forward and slapped him several times.
damn!
Awkward, wacky!
blood splashed
teeth flew away
At first, he tried to make excuses by waving his hands, but after being hit several times, his pupils loosened.
He couldn't even fall to the floor. Hanging on the hand holding the collar, forcibly exposed his face.
damn!
face turned
When he took off his palm, thick blood came out.
The atmosphere turned cold.
Now, here.
It is the territory of Kronos.
The front-line defensive position is right in front of you, and Kronos' soldiers on top of the wall are ready to attack at any time.
In addition, the escort forces, including Jason, were following along.
Although they could attack Roman Dmitry at any time if they wished, they stared blankly at the situation with bewildered faces.
Especially.
Jason added to the fear.
Even though his master was dying right in front of him, he did not even dare to draw his sword.
' If I draw my sword, I will die on this spot.'
Beyond Roman Dmitry.
There were beings who were watching themselves.
Called Dmitry's glare and Dmitry's demons, they looked around with their cold eyes.
And.
Above all, he did not have the confidence to subdue Roman Dmitry.
Despite the apparent defenselessness of violence, he did not see any gaps against Roman Dmitry.
Maybe it was because I was scared, I didn't know.
What is certain is that, as a single knight himself, he could not stand against the existence that invaded the territory of Kronos and even used violence.
avoided gaze.
I couldn't bear to look at the horrendous sight.
damn!
power was released
With a droopy figure, Roman Dmitry looked at the Count of Munez on the wall, clutching his collar.
"The reason I gave you two hours is not to receive such a trivial apology. It was for the safety of the prisoners. I want my people to return safely, so I have given you a chance to turn things around. But if you don't follow my orders. Why do I have to save you?"
as soon as the words are finished.
He cut off Baron McHeaton's head.
thump.
head turned
Without a scream, Baron McHeaton's body collapsed.
People opened their eyes.
I got goosebumps.
To kill Kronos' nobles so openly.
Even when the prisoners were brought in, the people of Kronos believed that the problem could be resolved peacefully.
And that.
What are you doing? Without bringing my people."
It was such a big mistake.