Otome Game Mob Villain

Chapter 372

The mansion of the Grandek family, the chief of the tribe of foxmen.

In one of the guest rooms, there was a black-robed man who called himself "Robe" speaking, as he had done many times before.

In front of him, there are many people gathered, including Gareth, the chief of the Foxmen tribe, Elba, Malbus, and Rafa.

"The above is the current situation of the Bardia territory."

When Robe bade him farewell, Elba made a dumbfounded face.

"I see. I wonder what they would do by buying child slaves, but I never imagined that they would make such a huge investment to 'educate' them. What a crazy thing to do."

"I don't understand it at all. However, my brother, the man is right. As the man said, the speed of development in Bardia in recent times has been extraordinary."

"Yes. Bardia is often talked about in the gathering of tribal chiefs. Elba, I think it is time to make a move."

"Yes. ......"

At the words of his brother Malbus and the question of his father, Gareth, Elba puts his left hand on his cheekbone and meditates.

The information that Rove brought to Elba and the others was startling.

The Bardia territory of the Magnolia Empire, which is located next to the territory of the Fox people, has succeeded in developing various new products, starting with "lotion" and including "pocket watches" and "charcoal trucks.

And it is said that the sales network of the developed products, in cooperation with the Christy and Saffron Trading Companies, represented by elves, extends to the Kingdom of Astoria (elves) and the Kingdom of Renalute (dark elves), in addition to the whole area of the Magnolia Empire.

In addition, the marriage of the eldest son of the Bardia family, "Rid Bardia," to the first princess of the Renalute Kingdom has led to a great deal of trade and human interaction with the Dark Elves, according to the report.

With so many people coming and going, and products unique to Bardia, it is only natural that merchants would gather here to do business.

Another factor that encouraged the movement of people and goods was the "children" who were sold as slaves from Zuvera.

After the Bardia family bought the children who were sold as slaves, they gave them magic, martial arts, and culture, although it is not known how or what they did with them.

In order to be able to use magic, one must have a certain amount of training, but the Bardia family has trained more than a hundred children in a short period of time.

However, what is truly remarkable is that they have been able to teach children to use magic at a level that can be used for practical purposes, such as road maintenance.

This is nothing short of astounding.

Elba had ambitions.

After reigning as the "Beast King" of the beastman nation of Zubera, his ambition was to lead his various tribes to supremacy on the continent.

Elba believed that it would be possible for the beastmen to do this by utilizing their physical abilities and magic.

What was needed to achieve this was first to become the "Beast King" and make each tribe swear loyalty to him, but what he thought was needed next was expertise and various techniques in magic and soldier education.

And as far as Robe was concerned, Bardia had everything that Elba would need after he became the Beast King.

The location, the production technology, and the expertise in magic needed to dominate the continent.

All of these were things that Elba thought he would eventually need.

If the Foxmen could swallow Bardia, it would also be a good achievement to unite the heads of the beastmen tribes.

'A very big fish for a bait slave.'

Elba opened his eyes and shifted his gaze to Robe.

"The time is ripe. Tell 'the man,' Robe, that ...... we are on the move."

Yes, I will let him know. But don't forget about request regarding "Nanalee" and "Meldy" .......

Although Robe was obviously condescending, Elba nodded his head nonchalantly.

"I know. Including the matter of dealing with Rid and Rainer."

"Thank you very much. I'll leave you now."

After Robe left the room, Elba looked at his father, Gareth.

"Father, please inform the tribes that the missing children have been located and that the Grandek family of the Foxmen will be responsible for this matter."

Gareth twisted his head for a moment, but quickly huffed and nodded with a grin.

I understand. What we're going to do now is 'emancipation'...... a wonderful cause."

"As I expected of my father, he is very sensible. Well, that's what I'm talking about. Malbus. You are to check on the military preparedness of the country. And also, you should inform your close influential people in the empire and in Barsto that they should stay out of the way of what will happen in the future. This is what we have been selling slaves for."

:I understand, I am very excited.:

Gareth and Malbus smiled happily and left the room.

Rafa smiled suspiciously at Elba as they left.

" Father and Malbus are both looking very happy and tense. Brother, what am I supposed to do?"

"Rafa. You and your men will infiltrate Bardia using the art of incarnation. Bring in a few enslaved beastmen if you can, while gathering information from Rove and the others, along with a close examination of the information you have obtained. Also, bring Amon and Sitory to Bardia at some point, without telling them what you have just instructed them to do. I have a few thoughts'.

"That sounds thrilling and interesting. But Amon and Citry will be in the way if we take them right away, so as soon as your brother's request is settled, shall we?'

"Yes, that would be fine."

"Well, I'll get to work on the preparations as soon as possible. Hmmm, just in time for a little boredom."

Rafa said and left the room with light steps.

Elba, the only one left in the room, rested her back comfortably against the back of the chair.

"Bardia. Bardia. A good foothold for me."

He said this and began to smile wryly.

â—‡

In the noble district in the center of the imperial capital of the Magnolia Empire, the residence of the "Marquise Jean-Paul," which is particularly large, is a simple but elegant structure.

In one of the rooms of the house, Marquis Berruti and Bergamot were sitting deep in their chairs, listening to Marrone and Berzelia's report on the reception held by the Bardia family.

'Hoh. You promised to exchange letters with Rid, ...... very well indeed. Besides, we have succeeded in obtaining information that he is researching something using the 'lightning attribute'. Well done, Marrone. And, well done to Berzelia."

"Thank you for the compliment, Father."

"Thank you . Grandfather."

Marrone and Berzelia bow their heads and bow to Marquis Berruti's words.

But Bergamot glared at Berzelia in dissatisfaction.

"Belzeria. I have been watching you from a distance, but it is Marrone who has been actively opening up the conversation with Rid and the others. You were the one who was shrinking and shriveling."

"I am sorry, too. ......"

"The firstborn son of a noble family is going to have a hard time in the future if he keeps getting stuck in every conversation. On the other hand, Rid of the House of Bardia was able to deal with us in a firm and resolute manner without being timid. If someone not much older than you can do it, why can't you? You are not a mere child, Berzelia. Are you aware that you are the heir to the Marquis Jean-Paul!?"

Bergamot was calm at first, but at the end, she raised her voice and revealed her anger.

Berzelia, who looked down at the sight of him as she fought, replied regretfully, "I have nothing to say in return," and bowed deeply.

However, Bergamot's anger showed no sign of subsiding.

"What is it? You can talk normally, don't you think? I can't imagine what the future holds for you if you can't do it without someone telling you. It's my child, but I'm very disappointed".

Marrone, who was standing next to Bergelia, frowned at the overly violent words.

Please, Master Bergamot,......, please stop right there. Besides, when I obtained the information about the "lightning attribute," it was because you praised Ellen the Dwarf and the children of the Fox people. Please calm your anger."

He sniffs and glares at Marrone.

"Even if that were the case, I'm saying that I'm angry that I can't say that outright here."

At that moment, the Marquis Berruti said, "Will you leave us now?"

"Bergamot. I don't know how you feel, but that's enough. I've got the information, after all. But, Bergelia, there is a point to what your father says. What your father says has a point. If you are disappointed, you must devote yourself to winning over the Bardia Rid. Is that clear?"

I will, Grandfather. Father, please forgive me for my unworthy ."

Bergelia nodded her head and looked at her father.

Bergamot, however, turned a cold gaze on him and said,

"No need for apologies. Show me the results."

'...... awe.'

Bergelia bows but does not raise her head.

But his fist was clenched tightly and trembled slightly as if he was holding something back.

Marrone looks at Berzelia with concern, but there is a somewhat mysterious light in his eyes.

The Marquis Berluti, seeing Marrone in such a state, relaxed his mouth.