Reincarnated Aristocrat Chapter 142: Reasoning

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I asked Braham why he did not pledge his allegiance to Clan-sama

“Why did you refuse Clan-sama’s service and choose to be locked up?”

“Ah? Because I did not want to.” (Braham)

“Why?”

“I do not like what I do not like. I do not want to serve that old man.” (Braham)

　You cannot serve him because of his age.　

　Do you have an aversion to middle-aged men?

“Many old men are boneheads. Old man Stefan is the same. He is always treated strong guys like me like dirt.” (Braham)

　He is indeed strong, but at this point, Braham’s strategy is so low that it is doubtful he will be of any use. I think it is a fair decision on his lord’s part.

　In short, even if you serve Clan-sama, you refuse to do so because you think you will be treated coldly.

　Indeed, even Clan-sama will not use Braham as he is now.

　However, this man has the potential to become a great general if he is properly trained. His ambition is high, and he may be difficult to handle…

　I will try persuading him.

“I am sure you will be pleased to know that Clan-sama is not the kind of person who treats those who are capable of disdain. Would you like to serve him?”

“I cannot believe that. I do not know, maybe I am not cut out to be a vassal. Sooner or later, I will gather comrades, conquer a castle somewhere, and start my own mercenary company.” (Braham)

　He spoke of an ambition that could only be described as reckless.

“I do not think you can do that. You will be killed if you do not serve us in the first place.”

“I will be out of this prison in no time, so there is no need to worry about being killed.” (Braham)

　There was a confidence in Braham’s eyes that he would never die. I do not know if he had any basis for believing it, but he seemed to believe it from the bottom of his heart.

“I mean, who the hell are you? What is a little guy like you doing in a jail-like this?” (Braham)

“I am Ars Louvent. I am the lord of a small unknown territory.”

“Hmm. Therefore, you are a lord at your age. You are here because Clan asked you to persuade me. So persuade me.” (Braham)

“No, I was ordered to look for talented people. It is my specialty.”

“Is that how you recognized me? Your powers are real.” (Braham)

　The sullen look on his face earlier changed to one of happiness. Quite the simple guy.

“To tell the truth, there is another reason why I cannot serve.” (Braham)

　He started talking, probably because he was in a better mood and his mouth became loose.

“A one-on-one combat caused me to be jailed here. I was caught because he used his cowardly tricks… If I lost and was subdued, I would silently obey, but to lose in such a cowardly trick. I do not feel like obeying.” (Braham)

　He was captured due to a cowardly trick.

　Well, he indeed has quite the ability, so if it is single combat, he will not lose easily. He seems to have a weak head and is likely to be caught in a feint or such strategic moves.

“That Marca… Tsu-san…” (Braham)

　Marca? Are you talking about Ritsu?

　I do not know any other Marcan soldier, and I cannot think of anybody else.

　Did Ritsu use a cowardly trick? I cannot say that he would not. He would have been in quite a hurry, and if he thinks it is faster than fighting properly, he will definitely use one.

“He… after I used my technique… When the spear pierced the ground, he pressed his weapon against my neck. He would normally receive it… How did he gain that ability? Such a cowardly move…” (Braham)

　It is not cowardly, you just self-destructed…

　I am not sure what to make of that.

　Anyway, Braham does not think he lost, and he does not seem to be convinced that he should be in prison.

　Then, should I let him fight Ritsu again and set the conditions to have him serve if Ritsu wins?

　It might not be a bad idea to use a wooden sword so that both of them will not be injured.

　I asked Braham if he would like to have a rematch with Ritsu.

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