Otome Game Mob Villain

Chapter 571

"Depending on the reason, I may grant permission, but first, let me hear what you have to say."

"Understood. Then..."

Why is it necessary to bring Tis and Citri to the Fox tribe  territory?

First, it is to demonstrate to both the Fox tribe  and outsiders that the connection between Baldia and Grandork has solidified, following the announcement of the engagement between Amon and Tis.

Second, since the downfall of the Santaas family, the leading faction of the former Grandork family, and the dismissal of some of the powerful clans, there are no longer any factions targeting Citri.

Having Citri remain in Baldia while Tis and Amon meet would give off a strong political impression.

Considering the feelings of the Foxkin and the powerful clans, it wouldn't leave a good impression.

Moreover, since the meeting with the Grandork family before the battle at Hazama Fortress, Citri has not returned to the Foxkin territory.

Although she is somewhat of a hostage, that aspect is too strong now, and there is no clear pretext for her to stay in Valdia.

Therefore, on this occasion, when Tis and Amon meet, we plan to have Citri return to the Foxkin territory and have Amon announce that 'Citri is being sent to Valdia to broaden her horizons.'

This matter has already been agreed upon by Amon, Rafa, and Citri.

Amon immediately agreed, saying, 'I definitely want Citri to broaden her horizons,' and Rafa shared the same opinion.

After confirming with both, I sent my thoughts in a letter to Fara first.

Then, after she confirmed with Citri, we received a reply saying, 'I also want to learn many things in Valdia and be of help to Brother Amon in the future.'

The reason for confirming through Fara is that a letter alone might not fully convey my intentions and could lead to misunderstandings.

Words can express and convey many things.

However, the one and greatest weakness is that words cannot carry emotions.

Of course, I too have been moved by letters and books.

But that is only possible if the reader has the ability to interpret and empathize with the writer's feelings based on their own knowledge, experiences, and understanding.

Understanding the writer's feelings through words.

It's easy to say, but I think it requires a high level of skill and wisdom.

In my past life, when I was in sales, I once almost lost the trust of a client because I assumed everyone had the same level of reading comprehension as I did without thinking.

I immediately went to apologize to that client in person and explained my true intentions face-to-face, which resolved the issue.

Especially for someone as young as Citri, imagining and empathizing with the writer's feelings would be quite difficult.

Because of her limited knowledge, experiences, and understanding, her reading comprehension isn't fully developed yet.

But Fara is a bit different.

She has received strict princess education in Renarute, giving her reading comprehension skills that rival those of adults.

And since we are close, the true intentions of the 'letter' are easier to convey.

Moreover, using the 'communication magic' through Salvia of the Second Knight Regiment's intelligence bureau, we can provide additional explanations verbally.

After careful consideration through letters and communication magic, Fara explained everything to Citri.

"...That is my thought process. Since we have the consent of Amon, the Grandork family, and Citri, I believe there should be no issues. What do you think?"

"Hmm..."

Father furrowed his brows and nodded, his expression softening.

"Very well. If you've thought it through to that extent, I have nothing to say. But as I mentioned earlier, I cannot move from baldia. Are you sure that part is alright?"

"Yes. The fact that the powerful  figures of the old regime have been successively dismissed and fallen has had a significant impact on the Foxkin people who had resigned themselves to the idea that 'nothing will change under the new regime.' It seems that your immediate entry into the Foxkin territory after the battle at Hazama Fortress is also more widely known than expected, so I believe there should be no issues."

The people who were most pleased by the dismissal of the oppressive powerful clans were those living in the territories they managed.

Some even spoke of revenge or vendettas, but it has been made clear throughout the Foxkin territory that 'such actions are absolutely not allowed.'

Initially, there were voices of opposition, but after Amon issued a statement saying, 'Those who were once powerful clans will not be allowed to die as such but must live out their lives as commoners. For those who were arrogant in their positions, this is a humiliation worse than death,' the voices of opposition ceased.

In fact, according to reports shortly after the punishments were carried out, most of the dismissed powerful clans were living very uncomfortably in the Foxkin territory.

As for the reputation of me and Amon, needless to say, it has been steadily rising.

There are still some Foxkin who are skeptical about Valdia's involvement with the new Grandork family, but it's not enough to be a concern.

Given the rapid improvement in the Foxkin territory, it's unlikely that any residents would take any strange actions.

"Understood. Then, I will appoint Ridd as my representative and grant permission for Amon and Tis to meet in the Fox tribe  territory, as well as for Citri's temporary return."

"Thank you."

I bowed and glanced at Diana out of the corner of my eye.

Then, I straightened up and changed the subject. "By the way, Father."

"What is it? You're being so formal all of a sudden..."

"No, there's something I would like to request upon my return to Valdia."

"What is it?"

Father's expression grew increasingly stern.

Perhaps he thinks I'm about to say something outrageous again.

Although I don't usually say 'outrageous' things.

I cleared my throat and leaned forward slowly.

"This time, I would like to release Diana from her duties as my personal guard and grant her some time off."

"What...?"

My answer seemed unexpected, and Father was momentarily taken aback.

But he quickly regained his composure, sighed, and shook his head.

"Without a valid reason, I cannot release her from her duties or grant her time off. In this case, you must first explain the reason."

"Ahaha. Sorry, I rushed things."

I scratched my cheek with a wry smile, then looked at Father with a serious expression.

"Actually, while we were in the Foxkin territory, it was discovered that Diana is pregnant."

"I see, pregnant. Then, it can't be helped."

Father nodded as if it were a matter of course, then paused for a moment before exclaiming.

"W-wait, pregnant?"

Father's eyes widened, and he slowly turned his gaze toward her.