Reincarnated Aristocrat Chapter 168: The Cornered Basamark

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~3^rd Person Perspective~

　Alcantes Castle.

“We’ve been working on Paradigm to cut ties with Clan, but it failed.” (Retainer)

“In response to your Lordship’s request to the Emperor to mediate a truce, I received a letter of refusal.” (Retainer)

　Basamark listened to the reports of his subordinates with a bitter expression on his face.

　Basamark was in dire straits since Beltud fell, Thomas his right-hand-man was captured, and Clan began to raise his troops.

　He had tried everything he could think of to get out of the predicament, but none of it had worked.

“There are only a few ways to get out of this situation. …… We can either fight it out. Or raise the white flag.” (Remus)

　Remus, the Master of One Hundred Battles, said this like he is giving up halfway.

“I think that even if we fight thoroughly, we will only shed unnecessary blood. I think it is best to raise the white flag for Messiaen.” (Remus)

“No… That is not an option…” (Basamark)

　Basamark clenched his fists it was quivering.

“I’m not particularly ambitious, and I’m aware that I’m better at being an assistant than a leader. But still, I can’t leave Messiaen in the hands of Clan.” (Basamark)

　Basamark utters in anger.

“The man is certainly well-liked and adored by his subordinates. His abilities are not inferior. However, I have been watching him for a long time, and I know that he is a fragile man. Deep down, he doesn’t trust anyone. When he reaches grasps Messiaen, he will purge his capable subordinates and reduce the power of the state. If he were to do such a thing in this day and age, we would be swallowed up by the other provinces and our House of Salemakia would be destroyed. We have to prevent that from happening.” (Basamark)

　Basamark was convinced, based on several memories he had of Clan, his brother, that Clan was not capable of carrying the state on his back.

“… But Basamark-sama. The reality of the situation is something we must accept. It is true that there is nothing we can do about it.” (Remus)

“No … I still have one more move to pullout. If this doesn’t work, I’m sure there’s no way I can continue…” (Basamark)

　When Basamark said this, his retainers rushed in.

“We’ve returned from Sights!” (Retainer)

“I’m happy to see you back! How was it?” (Basamark)

“Glenda Domartson-sama, who rebelled in Sights and became the new Governor, responded that she would allow for an opportunity to negotiate. Please see this letter!” (Retainer)

“Oh, that’s good!” (Basamark)

　Basamark thought that he still had a chance to turn things around if he could get the Sights on his side, so he sent a letter to the Sights, whose rebellion had ended easily.

　Glenda Domartson, who had taken Sights, must have been a very capable person to have taken over the governorship in such a short time. It was reassuring to have her as an ally.

　Basamark looks at the letter.

　As reported, it was written that a seat for negotiations would be set up.

　However, it does not promise an alliance, but it seems it can be decided on depending on the content of the negotiation.

　They responded that they would negotiate, but there was no guarantee that it would be successful. The province is probably unstable because of the new governor, and even if they were looking for a place to attack, the Shoots province is in a better position from the perspective of Sights. In addition, there is a cave called Magic Source where a variety of magic stones can be mined, which Shoots, who is relatively poor in magic resources, would love to have…

(There are some disadvantages, but it depends on the negotiating power whether or not an alliance can be made.) (Basamark)

　Basamark was determined to get the deal done no matter what.

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