Otome Game Mob Villain

Chapter 350

"Very well. Reiner, you may speak."

At the words of the Empress sitting on the throne, the father bowed.

Then, with a resolute attitude, he roared his voice so that all the nobles in the audience chamber could hear him.

"I humbly beg your pardon. The basic technology for the design of the pocket watch is almost complete, and the Bardia territory is currently moving to increase production. Therefore, we do not need funds for technical development."

"I see. It is true that if we can produce this much, funds for technological development may not be necessary. However, funds may also be needed for mass production. That alone is no reason to refuse."

"As you say . Therefore, the Bardia family would like to receive tax benefits rather than financial assistance."

The emperor was on hand to give a few words and a sharp look in his eyes.

The emperor's eyes were sharp.

The atmosphere in the audience hall became more tense.

But Father is unafraid to speak.

"We are planning to sell pocket watches and other items produced in the Bardia territory within the empire. If we receive preferential tax treatment, there will be no problem without using imperial taxes. In addition, the cosmetics produced in our territory are currently popular in the empire. We are using the profits from these products for technological development. If you would be so kind as to offer financial support, we would be happy to continue to have the products of our Bardia territory used by Their Majesties and everyone here."

The people in the room were all quiet as if they had just taken their breath away at the father's clear statement.

However, someone raised his hand slowly and muttered, "I object.

While the attention of the nobles around the room was focused on that person, the emperor's gaze was also focused on him.

"What is it, Bergamot? I didn't find anything strange in what Reiner said."

I beg your pardon. The Bardia territory is rumored to be developing not only pocket watches and cosmetics but also various other technology. In fact, Rainer is using a means of transportation ...... called a "charcoal truck" to get from Bardia to the Empire, which was unthinkable in the past. And to turn down financial aid from the government, it is somewhat suspicious of the true meaning of his words.

Bergamot turns a suspiciously glowing gaze toward me and my father.

The mouth seems to have relaxed somewhat.

At that moment, a nobleman of medium weight and medium height steps forward as if to concur with his opinion.

"Your Majesty, it is as Bergamot says. The Bardia family has a monopoly on the sale of cosmetics through the Christie Trading Company. It is outrageous that the Bardia family has a monopoly on the development and sale of pocket watches as well. We should invest national funds in this area and share the technology with the entire Imperial nobility."

Taking over the technology created by the Bardia family would be even more outrageous," I felt like shouting!

But I knew that I should not get emotional at this moment, so I held my ground and my father whispered in a voice that only I could hear.

"That is Count Roland Galliano, ...... a man to watch out for."

I nodded and at the same time I understood the reason why Chris had said before that Count Laurent had been prohibited.

Just a few of the nobles nodded or nodded their heads in agreement to Count Laurent's statement.

But the emperor wrinkled his brow.

"Laurent. Have you already forgotten the incident with the Christie Trading Company? The technology developed by the Bardia territory belongs to that territory. It would be more arrogant of you to take it away from them."

Count Laurent's expression was as if he was chewing on a bitter bug.

At that moment, Bergamot again drew attention by uttering, "With all due respect.

'I'm afraid you've missed the point a bit. What I wanted to point out was not the issue of interest. What I wanted to point out was not the issue of interest, but whether there is some other intention behind the refusal of the government's financial support. ...... Oh, of course, I know there is "nothing" to it, but if you are so stubborn about refusing funding, it is reasonable to assume that there must be something behind it. ...... I am only asking on behalf of everyone here, so please forgive me."

His tone was a bit playful, as if he was enjoying the moment and making fun of it.

Although his tone may be amusing from the outside, it is really uncomfortable for me, the one who is being directed at him.

Perhaps, this was a kind of performance to get me to blurt out a gaffe.

In fact, the nobles, not to mention the father and their Majesties, did not seem to be particularly bothered by it.

After a while, the emperor gave a "Hmm," and turned his attention to father.

"What do you think, Rainer? Do you have anything to say about Bergamot's claim?"

"No, I think that Bergamot has a valid point. However, I have reported to the Empire in advance about the developments in the territory, including technological developments. Therefore, I am sure Your Majesty is well aware that there is no other intention or motive behind my words."

As Father bowed, the nobles made a bit of a commotion.

Among them, another familiar figure stepped forward and said, "May I beg your pardon, Your Imperial Highness? "

""Burns, is it? Yes, you may."

With his permission, the Duke Burns glanced at us and grinned.

Then, so that the nobles in the audience hall could hear him, he raised his voice firmly.

What Rainer-dono says is true. It is a revolutionary technology, and although it is only for a few dukes and Their Majesties, Bardia had reported it to us in advance. Therefore, I am sure that there is no such thing as a 'backstory' as you worry about, Your Highness Bergamot."

The emperor's hand over his mouth and a thoughtful expression on his face, he soon huffs,......, a little deliberately.

"I see. Certainly, there had been reports of new technological developments in Bardia long before this time. Hmmm. Bergamot, it is my fault for forgetting. I'm sorry."

"It is outrageous, your majesty. I know that Reiner-dono is the sword of the empire and a frontier count, so I myself was aware that there was no intention behind his words. However, if even the smallest thing is left unchecked, it can become a big problem later on, so I am pointing it out on behalf of you."

It was something like a game of cunning between a raccoon dog and a fox, or a game of gut-searching, with the two sides trying to figure out the other's intentions without revealing their true feelings.

I suddenly tried to use my magical "electric field" to try to detect the presence in the air, but a tremendous "oozy" atmosphere swirled around the area.

The moment I realized that I couldn't use the "electric field" in such a place, I covered my mouth and turned off the "electric field" without a second thought. ......

Bergamot stepped aside and finally calmed down, and this time, Count Glade Kelvin, the frontier count, raised his hand.

After receiving the emperor's permission, he spoke up at ease.

"I understand that you did not mean what you said However, as a family of frontier counts who protect the borders, we must be able to protect the borders of our country. Therefore, Your Majesty Matilda has been offered the 'delivery priority' by the Christy Trading Company. I would like to request that only military personnel of the Empire be granted something similar to this. What do you think, Mr. Rainer? As we are both frontier counts, I am sure you would understand."

He looked at my father and me sharply.

I think it may be because of his position as a count on the same frontier as my father that Count Grayedo has the air of a warrior like my father.

But still, he says something quite amazing: "Prepare a priority right of delivery of pocket watches for the military personnel of the empire.

Certainly, the advantages in terms of military operations would be considerable, such as the fact that a pocket watch would make it possible to start operations at the same time even if the locations are far apart.

However, that does not mean that we can simply nod our heads and say, 'Yes, I understand.

We don't even know the scale of the order that the Count of Grayedd is seeking.

Considering the current production volume, I absolutely have to refuse to respond on this occasion ....... With this in mind, I turn my gaze to my father.

Then I looked at my father and he nodded his head.

" Lord Glade . I understand what you are saying. However, we are not yet in a situation where we can easily mass-produce pocket watches. And I understand that it is difficult to issue such rights before a definite quantity is known. Therefore, I would like to refrain from answering your question at this time."

At this time, however, it was a young man who seemed to be the son of the Count of Grayd who responded to his father's words.

" Reiner-dono. It is a little impolite for you to 'refrain from answering' the question of father, who is the same frontier count as you. Such an attitude raises suspicions about your true intentions to rebel against the Empire," he said."

As he said this, Glade, the frontier count, shouted, "Drake! "

Okay, so his name is Drake,...... and at this point I was tremendously angry.

At the same time, I felt it was an opportunity, so I dared to let my emotions out.

'It is you, Sir Drake, ...... who is disrespectful! I will not listen to you telling me that my father has the intention of rebellion!"

The audience hall was suddenly filled with a roar of excitement by the sudden echo of my angry shouts.