If the troll’s factor gave Leehan incredible resilience and great physical strength, the nol’s factor gave him a ‘sense of smell’ and ‘instinct’ that was beyond human’s.
There’s a lot to explain about instinct, so let’s just skip that. The sense of smell was literally the sense of smell.
Although his sense of smell was not as sharp as that of a hunting dog, it was three times more acute than that of an average person, giving him mysterious powers.
The ability to remember people based solely on their sense of smell.
Just like dogs with poor eyesight remember their owners’ scents based on their sense of smell alone, they greet and recognize their owners even after meeting them years later.
And unintentionally, Lee Han also learned to remember people by their smell rather than their face.
… I got used to it, so it was actually quite convenient.
“…I’ll go first.”
“What about the daily wages?”
“Put it in the bank like you always do. Oh, and if I forget, you’ll know, right?”
“I don’t know about the others, but I won’t take what you have from me, Lee Han, for fear of the consequences. Instead, I’ll give you twice as much. But don’t go to another workplace. You have to promise me that!”
“know.”
Lee Han roughly responded to the civil engineering foreman’s words and simply poured water from the well over himself.
By simply removing sweat and dust and wiping off moisture with a towel, it was possible to maintain a somewhat clean appearance.
After changing into relatively clean clothes and going outside… .
“He is waiting.”
“…ha.”
The man who appeared to be an experienced butler bowed his head politely to greet him, and Lee Han sighed as he looked at him.
He had a familiar face, and Lee Han found this inspiration quite unpleasant.
“You too, sir, have had a hard time.”
“Haha, what trouble could there be? Okay, let’s go.”
“Phew… .”
There are many things that bother this gentleman, Butler Albert, but there are three things that stand out in particular, and one of them is that this butler is a nobleman with the title of Baron.
He was not just a nobleman, but a baron from a prestigious family who was loyal to the royal family, and he was a man who could not be treated lightly even by those of higher rank than him.
Although he was a man who did not care about the opinions of nobles, he found it very difficult to deal with such a big shot.
However, despite being such a high-ranking person, he is a very exemplary person who treats everyone fairly and respectfully, whether they are commoners or beggars, and is gentlemanly and even runs an orphanage.
This was the second reason why Lee Han found it difficult to deal with him.
If you openly pick a fight with him or give him a cold look, he will just ignore you, but he is such an upright person that you can’t do that.
And lastly.
The biggest reason why you can’t treat this person carelessly is.
“Wow, your muscle tone has improved. It’s really nice to see you steadily improving, hehe.”
“Oh, yes.”
“I think I might be able to strike Baltar with that someday. Cheer up.”
“……haha.”
This was because this gentleman was one of the few three Auror users in the kingdom.
By the way, Baltar was the name of the commander of the 3rd Knights and the person who brought Lee Han into the Knights.
‘This guy is also quite crazy.’
It’s clear that he’s a person of character, but I don’t understand why a gentleman who hears superhuman sounds lacks the work of a butler.
… Well, if you look at it that way, it’s still strange that Baltar isn’t even the commander-in-chief of the military, but rather the commander of the 3rd Division, which is no different from a lowly position.
Considering the unique career of the remaining one, it seems like all Auror users are weird.
The reason I can’t show this openly is because I know that if I don’t manage my expression well, I could get hit.
I fought with this guy once too.
‘It’s brutal.’
He’s a natural gentleman in normal times, but as soon as he picks up a weapon…!
“-You’re late.”
……iced coffee.
Before he could continue his thoughts, he found himself near a luxurious carriage sitting in a quiet alley.
“It’s late. I wasn’t late on purpose.”
“You talk too much, Albert. You’ll probably end up being late anyway, either gossiping about me or just chatting.”
“Haha, the misunderstanding is quite serious. You are going too far, Princess.”
“Huh! That’s not even funny.”
At first glance, his speech seemed extremely arrogant and aggressive, but the unmistakable dignity and momentum felt in his voice were of the highest quality, so it would not be an exaggeration to say that he was of the highest quality.
Feeling the aura of the other person that was full of nobility, Lee Han looked at Albert with a very trembling expression.
‘Do I really have to get into this carriage?’
“Please come up.”
Instead of answering, Albert politely opened the door and forced him inside.
…a cruel gentleman.
The carriage was decorated with two maids and various jewels and magical items, showcasing its splendor.
The interior was so magnificent that what you saw from the outside was just the tip of the iceberg.
However, even the brilliance of jewels pales in comparison to the noble aura radiating from the woman wearing the cotton robe.
Lee Han smiled bitterly and nodded inside the carriage, which was large enough to fit five men lying down.
“It’s been a while.”
“Huh, how heartless. How can there be so little news from someone who is supposed to be my friend?”
“Because life is busy.”
“Nonsense. If only you had accepted my sponsorship, you would have had plenty of money.”
“haha.”
“You’re trying to cover it up with laughter again.”
The opponent used the word ‘friend’ towards Lee Han.
At first glance, these were words that didn’t seem to fit together at all.
Just by looking at the nobility that the other person exudes, you can tell that she is a top-tier noble, so it’s hard to believe that she’s friends with Lee Han, who doesn’t even show any elegance or specialness.
But surprisingly, Lee Han and the woman were friends.
… the only flaw is that there is a difference in status between a firefly and the sun.
“I bet the Crown Princess wasn’t idle either. That’s why she’s always in a state of confusion.”
“You still have such an insolent tongue. I want to cut it off right now.”
“Just kidding.”
“This is not a joke.”
“……sorry.”
“Huh, still a light waist.”
widely.
Lady Isis Iraine de Pendragon, first in line for the throne of the House of Pendragon, clinked her fan against her hand and snorted haughtily.
─Showing off her amazing beauty that is hard to believe she is in her 40s.
* * *
Crown Princess, when we first met her she was just a princess, but in just three years she has gained untouchable power and has become the true heir to the royal family.
There were some who made old-fashioned remarks about whether a woman could become king, but those who made such remarks have probably drowned in the vast riverbed and become fish food, or have become fertilizer in the ground.
A truly scary woman.
A woman who had already taken hold of a corner of power in her twenties and displayed the acumen to win over even Albert, an Auror user, was already clad in the qualities of a next-generation monarch.
… It’s ironic how life is when you think about how it was just a coincidence that he became friends with such a scary woman.
“Your Highness the Crown Princess. Why have you come so far today?”
“Okay. Don’t call me by that awkward title. Just call me by my usual name.”
“No, but our positions are different now….”
“Are you planning on making me tell you this twice?”
“─Sister! My younger brother will greet you!!”
“Haha, I finally like it.”
Isis smiled brightly as if she was pleased with his antics, and for a moment it seemed as if a flower bud had bloomed.
Although she is clearly in her 40s, her beauty still shines.
Well, I heard that the members of the Pendragon royal family maintain their youth until they are 100 years old, so it’s not that strange.
Even the average lifespan is 150.
‘Didn’t they say that you can live to be 200 if you don’t stress or overwork yourself?’
… it might be impossible for a royal family member.
“Remember, Yi Han. You are the one who saved Yeo’s life. In return, you have been given the honor of becoming Yeo’s younger brother, and you should consider this an honor and mercy for the rest of your life.”
“… Sister, you are truly an unchanging person.”
Three years ago, when the war had just ended, ISIS was attacked by assassins while visiting the garrison to encourage soldiers.
But fortunately, there was a brave soldier who saved her, and that soldier’s name was Lee Han, and from that moment on, the relationship between Isis and Lee Han began.
… Don’t have any strange misconceptions just because our relationship has begun.
Because there is no romance at all.
No, on the contrary, if there is romance, that is also serious.
because.
“Haha, but it’s still a lot more harmful than it used to be.”
“Is the child growing well?”
“Would you like to see it?”
“Boo?”
“… … .”
“He just didn’t seem to think about falling.”
She was a married woman, and had a child.
“… … .”
Lee Han opened his mouth wide.
I know who that kid is.
Because I had seen it from a distance when it was a newborn.
That is why Lee Han is so irreverent.
“… Sister, I know I shouldn’t say this, but… Are you crazy?”
He ended up scolding her harshly, and Isis just smiled brightly, saying that she was happy with Lee Han’s words, and showed a wonderful smile that was no less than that of a manly man.
“It’s normal. It’s because I trust my people that I bring them around like this.”
“… … If you look closely, there are times when it seems ideal.”
“I know that too.”
“Boo!”
“Haha, that’s right. You’re laughing so boldly. Well, that’s the kind of boldness that a woman’s child should naturally have.”
“Hmm….”
Was it like my friend from my previous life that all people in politics have a screw loose?
I guess that’s what my friend said.
‘That was accurate.’
The only son of Crown Princess Isis and the heir to the throne was so careless, and Yihan felt sick to his stomach.
I just want to get out of here right now.
… but it was even sadder that I couldn’t escape.
