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Episode 338. A Very Good Proposal
“Is that a very good suggestion?”
Duke Yellowd showed interest in Ethan’s words.
If it’s a good offer, it’s a good offer, a very good offer.
It was interesting because it was said by none other than Ethan Wickers.
‘You didn’t even get to the main point, you just said you had a proposal.’
Ethan smiled inwardly at the Duke’s reaction.
‘Your reputation has definitely increased.’
Now, Ethan’s words have become words that even the Holy Empire’s officials cannot ignore.
Of course, the various achievements and images he has built up so far may have played a role.
“First of all, thank you for participating in the construction of the market in our territory, Your Highness.”
Before getting into the main topic, Ethan expressed his gratitude to Duke Yellowd for his decision.
“Our general said so. It was something he could have kept to himself, but for some reason, the Wickus family wanted to share it. There must be some hidden agenda.”
The peacock said with a smile.
“I thought so too. There really must be an ulterior motive. A bigger picture.”
At those words, Ethan simply smiled. The Duke seemed to like that sight even more and chuckled.
“I really liked the Count’s idea. That’s why I decided to participate. The Twelve Stars’ Bond. How old and rusty is that word.”
The Twelve Constellations’ union was virtually a hollow phrase.
“The Twelve Constellations have been around for a long time. Originally, there was no hierarchy among the Twelve Constellations of the Holy Empire, but as time passed, a hierarchy naturally emerged.”
When the twelve constellations first came into existence, there was no hierarchy, so they pulled and pushed each other, showing a strong bond.
But over time, a hierarchy emerged, and with that hierarchy came leaders within the Twelve Stars of the Holy Empire.
From that point on, a crack appeared in the bond between the twelve constellations.
Everyone wanted to take more. No one wanted to lose.
Furthermore, he wanted to attain a unique position within the Holy Empire.
Eventually they lost their unity.
All that remained was the name Twelve Stars. They ended up fighting each other, risking their lives.
Those years were quite long.
“If someone else had suggested that, I would have said it was ridiculous.”
Throughout those long years, there were efforts to reunite the Twelve.
Of course, it wasn’t solidarity, but a kind of unification.
A bond where the number one in the hierarchy has a strong say and control over the twelve constellations below him.
It could also be seen as a one-sided bond.
“But the direction you’re thinking of is completely different?”
“Yes, I don’t plan on creating a hierarchy. I just plan on building a cooperative relationship with each other. There are places where irreversible relationships have already been formed, but I plan on improving that as well. Once you go through me, you can talk.”
‘Serialization is difficult anyway. It’s not something we can do right now.’
If we put in the time and effort, the Wickus family could become number one in the Twelve Stars.
But it will not only create a huge amount of noise, but it will also not acknowledge the Wickus family, which lacks tradition.
‘Unless you kill them all, you’re only number 1 in name. But if you kill them all, the original purpose of the Twelve Stars’ union would become meaningless.’
That’s how scary tradition was.
It would be impossible if the Wickus family, newly admitted to the Twelve Stars, had not been here for over 100 years.
So Ethan took a different approach.
solidarity.
It was a real bond, not just a nominal one.
Instead, it was designed to have the Wickes family at its center.
‘All this is possible because I am at the center.’
Because Ethan had Whikus at the center, the other Twelve were also able to see Ethan and join this bond.
‘Then, the Wickus family, who were suddenly rolled in, will be recognized with certainty and will be free from external attacks.’
All Twelve Houses will protect the Wickus House, which is responsible for the bond of the Twelve Houses.
‘That’s the first one.’
There was one more reason to create this bond.
“So, is this really good suggestion you’re making related to this solidarity?”
“It’s about solidarity, but it’s not about the market. It’s a little different. If the market is for our profit, what I’m proposing this time is for the continent.”
“For the Continent? That’s quite grand. Let me hear what you think.”
Ethan brought up the story of the Moon Follower.
The Moon Followers’ agitation was only just beginning. Since their attack on Iveca had failed, they were turning their attention to launching full-scale attacks on various territories.
‘Just before, the Ibeka Academy was attacked. That made me extremely alert. I couldn’t just ignore it and say, ‘It can’t be happening.’
“This is not a simple incident, Your Highness. This is the beginning of a great crisis. The followers of the Moon will now begin to spread their influence everywhere. They have even attacked the Academy, which was an unwritten rule, so what more can they do?”
“Hmm… … I guess that’s true. But this isn’t the first time the Moon Followers have been active. It’s been happening all along.”
“This time it’s not ordinary. And, I wasn’t there at the time.
Ethan said forcefully.
“I intend to completely eradicate those moon followers.”
Then, Duke Yellowd pulled out a desperate move that could definitely make up his mind.
“If you still haven’t gotten it, let me tell you one more thing. Prime Minister Chernkastel was also taken advantage of by them.”
“what!?”
The duke asked back with a surprised expression.
“Are you aware that Prime Minister Chernkastel was on the verge of death not long ago?”
It was a fact that all the heads of the twelve constellations knew.
“It’s what the Moon Followers have done. And it’s been a long time coming.”
However, he did not know where the prime minister’s illness originated.
But now the whole story has been revealed.
“Your Majesty Chernkastel… was defeated by the followers of the moon?”
“Yes, the followers of the Moon have infiltrated deep into the Empire. I think you already know that. They have approached the Duke many times.”
“… … .”
The peacock had a lot of interesting points.
“So I made a plan. This is not someone else’s problem. It is your problem, and it is also my problem.”
“… … But why do you insist on doing that?”
Ethan smiled and replied to that.
“If not me, who will?”
In some ways, it was an arrogant statement, but at the same time, it was a bitter statement.
Who on the continent today would dare to deal with the followers of the moon, who could be seen as a common enemy?
Duke Yellowd’s worries did not last long.
“So, what is the offer?”
“I plan to build a temple. I plan to build a temple for the god I believe in, Moon Force.”
“Build a temple?”
“We plan to combine with the Holy Light Church and the Inquisition to put even greater pressure on the followers of the Moon.”
At those words, I quickly understood why Duke Yellowd wanted to build a temple.
“I guess you’re going to put your name on it. That’s going to give it some sort of legitimacy.”
“Yes that’s right.”
Of course, that came as a bonus.
‘Building a temple and increasing the number of believers. That’s the main purpose.’
“I will personally lead the construction of the Temple of Moonforce, Count Ethan Wickers. And… … Please take good care of my son, Master Ethan.”
Tiring-!
-The Duke of Yellowwood begins to trust you!
-We have obtained the site of the Temple of Moon Force!
-Goddess Moon Force congratulates you on your achievements!
-Goddess Moon Force admires your wit!
‘You understand.’
Moon Force also seemed to have realized that all of this was to make it easier to build the temple.
Ethan smiled and bowed his head.
“Thank you for your help.”
* * *
Ethan visited all the houses in the Twelve Stars, starting with the Yellow House. Naturally, no matter which house he went to, he received a grand welcome.
“If you had contacted us, we could have held a festival!”
“Shall we spar some time?”
Blacksmith Jed Ramsdale invited Ethan to spar as soon as he arrived, as if it were a greeting.
Of course, Ethan flatly refused.
‘I’m not fully recovered yet.’
The fight with the Three Apostles left Ethan with many scars, one of which was a wound.
The original reason Ethan built up his defensive skills was to never take damage.
However, in the fight with the Three Apostles, Moon Force’s armor was attacked to the point of being pierced, resulting in severe damage.
‘They say that my physical condition has improved just a little bit through awakening.’
It was difficult to withstand the attacks of the three apostles.
‘This definitely needs to be treated and rehabilitated. This body is at risk of dying from even the slightest injury.’
Ethan didn’t overestimate his body.
‘You must always remember that even a sneeze can kill you.’
Now that he’s so strong, no one will believe him, but Ethan, the mastermind behind it, remembers the fact very well.
-Goddess, Moon Force is confused by your eloquence.
“Did I speak too well?”
Ethan visited each of the Twelve Houses and told them that they must build a temple to Moon Force and definitely stop the activities of the Moon Followers.
For the continent.
Furthermore, for the complete eradication of the followers of the moon.
Everyone said that there was no need for Ethan to do that.
Ethan said the same thing he had said to the Duke of Yellowd: If not me, then who?
‘If someone else had done this, it would have been seen as an outrageous act of heroism. But this is what makes a reputation good.’
Because of his high reputation, Ethan was perceived as a young hero rather than a young man full of heroic ambitions.
“It took quite a while for the Academy to recover.
Classes cannot be held during this time.
The exchange program is approaching, but there’s nothing I can do about it.
“Because I need personal training too.”
Ethan also planned to use this vacation to become much stronger.
‘I get everything I can from the Holy Empire.’
fantasy,
