Reincarnated Aristocrat Chapter 150: Aim

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“Is it true? It seems like a lie.” (Robinson)

　Robinson said so, but most people have a confused expression.

　There was a good chance that he was bluffing. However, there was a small chance that it might be true. Now they looked worried.

“He said he did not use it because he did not want to destroy the city, but if there was such a thing, he should have just shot at our troops marching to the castle without bothering to tell us about it. If a city-destroying attack were to be launched against our army, it would not only cripple many of our troops but also reduce their morale to such an extent that they would not be able to fight. Thomas, the great general, would know that much.” (Robinson)

“But Vince said that even though he was an enemy soldier, he was still a Messiaen, and he did not want to kill his own people using such deadly weapons, so he asked for a truce.” (Aristocrat)

“He said he asked for a truce because he did not want to kill his own people with deadly weapons, but not soldiers? If that were the case, we would have surrendered without a fight from the start.” (Robinson)

　No one could deny Robinson’s words outright, but even so, they could not shake the fear that something might happen.

　This is going to be a problem. Even Clan-sama cannot completely ignore the words of his vassals. There is a possibility that they will agree that a truce should be called.

“Ufufu” (Mireille)

　Mireille, who was near me, snorted.

　The aristocrats pay attention to Mireille.

“This is a bluff, of course. I am sure you will agree with me. The Governor of Messiaen Province would have to be involved to make it. Even if it was developed in Beltud, it was undoubtedly at the command of the former governor of Messiaen. Moreover, no matter how secret it was, it was hard to imagine that his son, Clan-sama, would not know about it. If he knew that such a weapon existed, he would have changed his method of attacking Beltud.” (Mireille)

　Hearing Mireille’s words, the aristocrats are almost convinced, “That is right …”

“Anyway, we can call Clan-sama and listen to what he has to say. I am sure he will assure you that there is absolutely no such thing and that anyone who’s worried about it is a fool.”

　If we let Clan-sama affirm the fact, it may certainly eliminate their anxiety.

　His words have weight and persuasive power. Many of the vassals respect him, and their anxiety is likely to disappear.

　After that, Robinson called Clan-sama.

　As Mireille had declared, there was no such thing. I assured him not to believe it. This seemed to have put most of the vassals’ worries to rest.

　Vince’s request was denied and escorted out of the castle.

　I was relieved, but Mireille and Russell were talking about something serious based on their expressions.

　I was curious, so I decided to join the conversation.

“What are you talking about?”

“Hmm? Oh, I cannot really grasp the true purpose of the messenger.” (Russell)

“No, they are not going to get through. I am sure they know that, but I just do not know what they are planning.” (Mireille)

　It is true that if Thomas is a man of great wisdom, but that may not be the best plan.

　However, I personally wondered if there was any real purpose behind their recent action.

“I think it was just a last-ditch attempt, with no real goal in mind.　There might be another strategy, though.”

“I suppose that is a possibility…” (Russell)

“I think that is too general a strategy. Well, maybe I am overthinking it, but there is nothing wrong with thinking.” (Mireille)

　We talked after that, but we still did not know what the enemy’s aim was.

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