Chapter 120
Word that Claude was building a new town had also reached the Royal Palace of the German Kingdom.
King Poseidos and Richman were having a conversation in the King’s office.
“It seems Claude has started something new again.”
“I have a detailed report here from Magistrate Michelle.”
While assisting Claude is part of Michelle’s duties, she also serves the Kingdom, so writing reports is also her job.
“According to this, he plans to build a new city at the border for trade.”
“Looking at the blueprints, it seems more like a fortress, though.”
“Trade is one objective, but he’s likely also considering defense, thinking about a potential invasion from the Sylphid Empire.”
“The problem is the Sylphid Empire’s reaction, though.”
“It seems he has explained to them that he is building a city for trade.”
“It’s not a lie, I suppose, but it’s a matter of expediency, isn’t it?”
“We don’t know what will happen after its completion, but if a trade hub is established, it will also benefit the Sylphid Empire, so I believe there shouldn’t be any issues.”
“We certainly want to avoid war, but please also make considerations for dispatching military forces.”
“I will make arrangements so the Royal Knight Order can be dispatched at any time.”
“Even so, despite how much he’s earning, these are successive major expenses. I wonder just how vast Claude’s financial resources are.”
“I was also curious about that, so I had it investigated. It seems he gathers materials by himself, and the supplementary income from that is his source of funds.”
“With Claude’s level of ability, that would indeed be possible. It was fortunate we were able to bind him to the kingdom early on.”
“Despite being a child who hasn’t even attended the academy yet, he tackles his assigned duties with all his might. He’s an ideal noble, isn’t he? I wish other nobles would learn from his example.”
The Dark Guild to which Robi belonged was expanding its sphere of influence, thanks to the abundant funds provided by Claude and the official endorsement from the Royal Palace.
The house where Reck and the others lived had also been rebuilt, becoming a comfortable space.
“An-chan! Living in such a splendid house and no longer wanting for food… it’s like a dream!”
“I’m sorry for all the hardships you’ve endured until now. At first, I wondered what would become of us, but… well, there are still worries, but this is all thanks to Claude-sama.”
Robi and his group regularly held soup kitchens and similar activities, gaining immense support from the residents of the Slums.
Although some residents were reluctant to leave the Royal Capital, they prioritized sending those in dire need as immigrants to Nipas.
“The number of people in the Slums has really gone down, hasn’t it?”
“What will you all do when you grow up?”
“We’re grateful to Claude-anchan, but we want to help you, An-chan, since you’ve always taken care of us.”
Robi felt happy, yet at the same time, his feelings were complicated.
Even though they had a chance to live decent lives, they said they wanted to join his organization.
For now, they had backing from the Royal Palace, but he believed it wouldn’t be surprising if that support was withdrawn at any moment.