Volume 6 Chapter 9 The Rebellion Of The Ghost Clan
Edited by: Kanaa-senpai
The Estfort Army officer ran out.
”Mr. Kent. I’ll gather everyone.”
”Please.”
Feria also ran out to gather the other members.
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”I apologize. There are 2 reasons why I called everyone together. First, His Majesty has issued a dispatch to eliminate Gertroud. Moreover, if we do not participate, we will be seen as sympathizers of Gertroud. And, my family is obligated to send 2 thousand soldiers as reinforcements for my father-in-law.”
Murmurs spread from the assembled faces in the meeting room.
”Also, one more thing. Earlier, an emergency messenger arrived from Felward Fortress. It seems the fortress is surrounded by ten thousand Ghost Clan members and ‘another world monsters’. We also need to deal with this.”
The murmurs grew even louder.
”Lord Kent! Even with ten thousand Ghost Clan members, the Estfort military force is insufficient. And if we have to send troops to the extermination army as well, it will be impossible.”
A cry like a wail came from Kondrad, who was leading the army.
As he said, the total strength of the Estfort army was only about 3 thousand.
Even if you add the troops of Nolans and Blindia, it would be a maximum of 3 hundred and 50.
Moreover, this time, in addition to rearguard duty, we are also responsible for logistical support, so we need to allocate personnel for material transportation, exceeding our deployment limit.
”But, we can’t just leave Felward Fortress. I’ve been besieged there before, and if I can command the Monster Hunters, I think even 5 hundred soldiers could handle it. Also, it would be helpful if the ‘Black Wing’ could provide emergency transport.”
Garvey offered to repel the enemy with a small force, using his experience of being besieged.
It seemed that they could make some adjustments if it was about 5 hundred soldiers.
”If Lord Blackdagger approves, we will move.”
Transport was entrusted to Dragonewt and Dragon Transformation Dragonia, with each carrying ten soldiers. Fifty soldiers, along with supplies and equipment, were loaded onto 30 Black Wings, which were mobilized.
They will be joining the Felward defense.
”Ludmila. Urgent transport and join the Felward defense.”
”Understood. I will leave the command of the Black Wings remaining in Estfort to Dee.”
”As expected of the commander, quick decision-making. Well then, if that’s settled, my unit will head to Felward.”
Ludmila and Garvey were about to leave the conference room to prepare.
”Wait, I’m also joining the Felward defense. At least for now, the Gertroud extermination is likely to be a rearguard action, and I want to know why the Ghost Clan attacked Felward. I’ll leave the command of the troops to Garvey. I will participate as a single officer.”
”The commander is also participating? Excellent. As a single officer, you can be ordered around?”
”Moderately, of course. I’ll also send my Hunting Group.”
”Both ‘Crimson Bride’ and ‘Black Bullet’ are being deployed? Well…the Ghost Clan is likely to be wiped out completely…”
They defeated a large army with a small force during the Great Onslaught, so compared to that time, they can send a significantly more powerful force.
As Garvey said, it should be easy to repel around 10,000 Ghost Clan members.
”Lord Kent, what about the extermination force?”
”I’ll leave that to Kondrad. You can take Ane with you. I’ll leave my shadow self behind, so I don’t think it’ll be noticed that I’m not present. After all, it’s just rearguard support. Please have my mother-in-law’s Bureaucrat and Magnus handle the logistics and supply acquisition using Nolans territories as a rear base.”
”Having so many troops for rearguard support for the Lord Arbalest seems excessive…”
”Ah, sorry. My father-in-law will be in the vanguard. The main army will have Lord Rozenkreuz from the kingdom, so please do look after him. Once Felward is taken care of, I will head there too”
Kondrad was surprised to hear Lord Rozenkreuz.
”Uh, Lord Rozenkreuz?”
”I don’t know which Lord Rozenkreuz, but I hear he’s a young General”
”I see… Lord Gwain has changed as well”
Kondrad acted as if he knew Lord Rozenkreuz.
”Kondrad, are you acquainted?”
”I met him once when he was a student at the officer’s academy. He was an excellent student. His swordsmanship was quite good”
”Heh, then maybe I’ll ask him for swordsmanship lessons next time”
If Lord Rozenkreuz is a staunch Gwain supporter, it would be helpful to have someone who knows him, as I plan to incorporate him and his troops.
”Then, I’ll entrust Kondrad with the task of welcoming Lord Rozenkreuz. I hope you can build a good relationship”
”…You intend to pull him away? He is a male of the Dream Demon Clan’s Incubus species. To Lord Kent, he is like a rival”
The Dream Demon Clan’s Incubus species was a male-only race with the troublesome custom of sneaking into women’s sleeping quarters every night.
”If he’s competent, I guess he can handle looking after women. After all, that race can only have children with women of other races”
”Understood, I will arrange a banquet with Lord Rozenkreuz. I accept this task as well”
”Alright, then everyone, prepare yourselves”
””””Yes””””
Ludmila, Garvey, Kondrad, and Ane left the meeting room to prepare for gathering the army.
”Fristoph and Akebus, entrust you with the defense of Estfort and Godard. The Ghost Clan might attack. Be sure to patrol the supply lines as well”
””Understood””
Akebus and Fristoph also left to gather their respective armies.
”Well, Milly, this time it looks like a big cleaning, so I’ll rely on you. I’ll do my best too, you know”
”Kent can just sit tight in Estfort, right? No need to go to the front lines…”
Milly worries about me going to the front lines, but as for me, if I stay in the castle, only my internal affairs and ero jobs will level up. I’d rather fight and raise my combat jobs if I can.
There’s no harm in the current situation, but with Orphée Bleu targeting my body and knowing the strength of Clayd, the strongest in the True Demon Kingdom, it’s time for me to raise my personal combat ability to a higher level.
”I need to get a bit stronger. If I don’t, I won’t be able to protect everyone. I’m counting on their power, but I don’t think that’ll be enough.”
It might be impossible to be a cool Lord, but the lives of a hundred thousand people in the southern territories are resting on my shoulders.
To fulfill that responsibility, I’ll need not just politics and economy, but also military strength.
My personal combat power might not make much difference, but with the risk of assassination now, I think I need at least enough strength to handle my subordinates properly.
I might not need to be the strongest, but I’ve come to think that a certain level of strength is necessary.
”If Kent says so, I’ll support you becoming stronger. It’s a wife’s duty, after all.”
Milly has done so much for me since I got lost in this world.
I’m sure she’ll continue to do so.
She’s a partner I couldn’t have had in the other world, and I truly believe she’s the most wonderful woman here.
”With Milly by my side, I can fight with peace of mind.”
”Yes, but it’s not just me. The other girls would be happy to fight for Kent too, you know?”
As Milly said, I have many brave women who would risk their lives to protect me.
”Ah, I can only be grateful to everyone. Once the Ghost Clan and Gertroud are taken care of, let’s take a break. There’s a hot spring in Blindia, right? How about we go for a hot spring cure?”
Cheers rose from the group of women gathered around my statement.
Thus, I entered preparations for the subjugation of the Ghost Clan and by that afternoon, I had boarded the transport team arranged by ‘Black Wing’ and arrived at Felward Fortress 2 days later.
Bruyne
Race: Ghost Clan Kobold
Age: 15
Height: 150 cm
Weight: 50 kg
Measurements: B: 78 / W: 57 / H: 80 (B-cup)
Hair Color: Light Brown
Eye Color: Black
Skin Color (Body Hair): White (Front), Light Brown (Back)
Hair Style: None
Tail: Light Brown, Upward Curl
Self-Proclaimed: *Wachi*
Nickname: *Oi, Otoko*
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~Character Description~
A Southern Estfort gate arrest report regarding a Kobold species. The suspect was arrested for refusal to present ID, attempted breaking and entering, property damage, and possible robbery, murder, or theft from a corpse involving the Majin Clan. The refusal to present ID may be due to never having received one. The attempted breaking and entering is noted instead as an “attempted closing.” Property damage is linked to this event, involving minor damage to a door and nearby equipment. As for robbery, murder, or theft, it is based solely on the suspect’s confession, with unclear details on timing and location. The stolen items will be detailed separately.
Regarding motive, the suspect stated that the robbery or theft was due to *”sparkly-nano-ra.”* For the other charges, they claimed, *”I came to meet Sis Giuliana-sama.”* While details about Giuliana remain unclear, it is believed to refer to Red Valkyrie’s Hunting Group Leader-sama.
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Possessions
- Ghost Language Ring: Confessed to stealing.
- Ring of Longevity: Acquisition route unknown.
- Magical Item Handling:
Normally should be confiscated.
However, removing it would hinder communication and could endanger the suspect’s life, so it remains in their possession.
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Notes
The suspect harbors intense animosity toward the Majin Clan. Those interacting with them should exercise extreme caution.
~Card Information (not in possession)~
Bruyne
Race: Ghost Clan Kobold
Age: 15
Card Color: Black 3/3
HR: —
Remaining Skill Points: 184
Combat Job:
- Fist Fighter: Level 88
General Jobs:
- Villager: Level 15
- Combat Commander: Level 81
Modifier Skills:
- Breeding (Gift)
Combat Skills:
- None
General Skills:
- Document Creation I (Item Skill)
Equipment:
- Right Hand: None
- Left Hand: None
- Armor: None
- Accessory: Ghost Linguistics Ring, Longevity Ring
Languages:
- Ghost Language
- Western Language (Item Effect)
Reading Comprehension:
- Ghost Language (Item Effect)
- Western Language (Item Effect)
Titles:
- Wise Dog
- Ghost Clan Officer
[Ghost Flute]
A flute made by Orphée Bleu that allows one to command the Ghost Clan. Originally designed to control the Ghost Clan, who couldn’t understand Western Language, it has the drawback of not working on individuals who can understand Western Language. Its effective range spans the entire continent.
[Staff of the Dead]
A staff that can enslave surrounding corpses as “living zombies.” This magic-chargeable staff uses stored magic to continuously turn nearby corpses into ‘living zombies.’ Orphée Bleu used this staff to win a battle against the indigenous Garuda Clan. However, extended use caused the ‘living zombies’ to go berserk, so after unification, it was sealed away in the treasure vault.
[Anti-Magic Armor]
An armor that can completely block magic, but its physical defense is only as strong as soft leather. A failed creation by Orphée Bleu.
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