Otome Game Mob Villain

Chapter 392

"The maid that Nelles and his men captured. She suddenly burst into flames and burned herself to death. The fire was so intense that it was even difficult to identify the race from the body. Considering the thoroughness of the investigation, as well as the interaction with the attackers that you and the others faced, we should assume that a zubera or a fox tribe is involved."

As Father says this, the atmosphere in the room turns tense.

Not only was there an attack on the workshop, but they were also scheming some other purpose at the main house.

The fact that the other party's intelligence officer burned himself to death when he was captured, even though it was for the purpose of maintaining secrecy, is more than just a surprise.

The organizational power of the mastermind behind this attack may be even greater than I had imagined.

As I was thinking bitterly about this, my father's face suddenly lost its expression.

"Well, don't look so gloomy," In times like this, impatience and worry give rise to doubt and suspicion. If that happens, you cannot make objective and calm judgments. That is exactly what the other party wants. What we should do now is to reflect on the attack incident. Then, we should think about what we should do in the future."

It is true that being panicked or skeptical at this point could lead to giving the other party the initiative.

The fact that we fell behind the attackers.

After acknowledging our current inadequacies, what we need to do now is to think about what we need to do to be prepared.

"...... I see," I said, and once again I looked straight into my father's eyes.

"I'll make sure that no matter who it is, I'll make them regret ever having laid a hand on Bardia."

Father nodded, and Fara quickly took my hand in hers.

Then she looked into my eyes and my father's eyes alternately and said

"Master Rid. We will do our best to help you, even though it is beyond our reach."

Capella, Diana, and Asuna stepped forward to meet her words and bowed their heads in salute.

"Yes, . Thank you, Fara. And everyone else. It's very encouraging."

Then, the discussion turned to what should be done in the future.

Since the attack on Bardia had the potential to worsen the relationship with Bardia, it was decided to send a letter to Zubera and the Foxmen asking for their cooperation in the investigation to identify the attackers.

Depending on the replies to this letter of intent, the mastermind behind the attack and the intentions of Almond and his group will gradually come to light.

Other issues include a review of the security system at the workshop in the future, and countermeasures against the art of incarnation.

In addition, there were other issues that needed to be addressed, such as a review of the workshop's security system, countermeasures against sorcery, and the need to strengthen the organizational capacity of both the First and Second Knights.

"In order to strengthen the organizational strength of the Second Order, it would be necessary to have someone with actual battle experience as a commander. However, there is not enough manpower, including Dinas and Cross, to transfer from the First Order to the Second Order."

It is a tough problem, isn't it? The second order was going to gradually strengthen its organizational capabilities while accumulating practical experience.

Father and I both put our hands over our mouths in contemplation.

The First Order has a lot of experience in actual combat and is highly organized.

The second order has only recently been established and has not experienced much in the way of actual combat.

If more organizational strength is needed in this situation, someone like a commander is needed to oversee the Second Order.

Capella and Diana are only my squires, and they are not commanders, nor do they have enough experience.

Of course, they are helping me with the management of the Second Order, but if we want to strengthen the organizational power of the Second Order, we should prepare a competent commander separately.

"Master Rid, father-in-law, may I have a word with you?"

"Yes. What's wrong?　"

When Fara's comment caught everyone's attention, she smiled.

"Heh. I have an idea about the competent commander needed for the Second Order. I have an idea.'

What?" Tilting my head, she turned her gaze to Asuna.

"Hey, Asuna. Why don't you talk to your grandfather, Master Curtis?"

"What is ......?　That's right, grandfather!?"

Unusually, Asuna is upset.

The name Curtis sounds familiar to me.

When I thought of this, the image of a dark elf with a hearty laugh came back to my mind.

'Ah, you are the one who greeted me at Renalute's reception, I believe?"

'Yes, that's right. The princess was referring to my grandfather, Curtis Lanmark, no doubt."

When Asuna answered in awe to the question, Farah added with a big smile on her face.

"Curtis has handed over the reigns of his family to his son, Othros, and he himself is retired. Therefore, if Asuna and I ask him to do something, I am sure he will do it."

"Hm. I heard that he is one of the best military men in Renalute and that he once led an army against the Empire and Balsto when they invaded in the past."

When Father said this and looked at Asuna, she nodded cockily.

I've heard that my grandfather has indeed confronted the invading empire and Barst several times in the past. But ......," Asuna said, her expression looking disappointed.

"But ...... what's wrong?"

When I tilted my head and asked her back, she shook her head and let out a deep sigh.

"The ...... character and behavior is a little too bold or free-spirited, so it's clear that it's not a good fit for us all. I'm worried that you might be offended, or that my grandfather might be rude to you."

I groaned as I recognized her words, "Oh ......."

I had once been at a reception with Fara in Renaloute when Curtis suddenly focused his killing intent on me and me alone.

Of course, he didn't really mean it, but it seemed he was trying to test me.

I think that's what Asuna meant when she said Curtis' worrisome behavior.

Father nodded with a wry smile, as if he had some idea of what he was talking about.

"I see. Rid, this matter concerns the future of the Second Order, which is under the direct control of you. I'll leave it to your own judgment. What do you want to do?"

"I think so ......."

He is a dark elf commander with a wealth of actual battle experience who has faced the Empire and Barsto in the past. If this is the case, he is the right person to make up for what the Second Order lacks.

Considering that this attack was probably just the beginning, there was no telling what kind of moves he might make in the future.

Under such circumstances, we can't afford to be so picky.

After gathering my thoughts, I slowly opened my eyes.

"......If I don't meet him, there's no way to know whether he's the right person for the job or not. I think we should first contact Master Curtis and have a talk with him."

"All right. Let's arrange it that way. Fara, Asuna. I am sorry, but I need you to contact Curtis-sama in Renalute as soon as possible. I would like to ask for your help and would like him to come to Bardia as soon as possible."

Fara nodded happily as Father said this.

"Yes, Father. I am sure Curtis-sama will be pleased. Hey, Asuna."

"Yes, he will. No, that's why I'm worried about ......," said Asuna, looking worried and anxious about the future.

The air in the room relaxed at that appearance, and the conversation turned to the topic.

'Father, let's wait for Lord Curtis's reply regarding the commander of the Second Order, what should we do about strengthening our combat power in the future?"

Reinforcement in combat power.

This is also a pressing need due to the difference in ability that the attackers felt.

If we continue as we are now, even if we have a rematch with them, the result will be the same.

Then, the father's mouth relaxed.

Don't worry, I have an idea about that. I will tell it to you another day.

"An idea?　I'm awed, Father. Thank you for your cooperation."

I bowed my head, sensing something disturbing in Father's smile.

The meeting with everyone continued for a while after that.