I Became an Officer in Another World in Just 5 Minutes - Chapter 125

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Episode 125

Thud!

At the report coming through the communication device, Captain Tef couldn’t finish his words and collapsed to the floor.

“Haha.”

The reinforcements he had trusted disappeared in an instant.

The communication device was telling them to escape, but that was something said by those who didn’t understand the situation on the ground.

“How on earth is this…”

BOOOOOOM!!!

Before he could even think about anything, a massive explosion created a hole in the defensive line.

“Push through! There aren’t many enemy troops left now!”

“If we capture the pier, everything will be over! Not much left! Victory for His Majesty the Emperor!!!”

The Raikhan Imperial Army pushing through.

Everything was faster than Captain Tef had thought, and only destruction awaited at the end.

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“Ugh.”

I barely managed to withstand nearly falling from the head-on collision with the warship and looked out the window.

“What a mess.”

Enemy soldiers swarming up onto the deck.

Probably because water had started filling the lower areas where people were aboard.

“More than that, this became a double shot.”

There were two warships carrying the reinforcements, and they were sailing in a line formation.

We rammed into them head-on, and the ship behind must have been drowsy or something because it braked too late.

It crashed right into them, leading to a double collision.

“The operation was a great success.”

“Yes, it seems so for now.”

How many people did we neutralize with just three personnel?

It’s an achievement beyond imagination.

“What will you do now?”

“We need to escape. They’ve probably captured the pier by now.”

Colonel Schultz looked at the three Adits Imperial Army soldiers.

“Where is the escape boat?”

“It’s at the back of the deck.”

“I see. You’ve done well.”

“Not at all. Since things seem to be going wrong anyway, now we can go to the Raikhan Empire…”

“No, there’s no place for you in our empire.”

“What…?”

Swoosh!

Before his mind could understand the meaning of those words, the executive officer’s blood splattered across the helm.

“You… you clearly promised.”

“I don’t make promises with vermin.”

“You… you damn Raikhan!”

Swoosh!

Since they weren’t combat personnel, they couldn’t dodge Colonel Schultz’s sword.

It took less than 30 seconds for the three officers’ lives to disappear.

“Captain, what you showed this time was quite impressive. As expected, intelligence officers are different from others regardless of rank.”

Colonel Schultz sheathed his sword and spoke to me.

“No… not at all. But weren’t you going to spare them?”

“You mean these things?”

Colonel Schultz pointed to the corpses sprawled on the floor.

“Yes… you clearly said you’d help them settle.”

“Of course it was a lie, why would you ask such a thing? Or was there something you needed to find out?”

“It’s not that, but.”

“If they’re not useful, there’s no reason to keep them alive. They’d only be a risk factor.”

I understood what he meant, but I felt strangely about it.

‘Is this what conscience is? Or am I just being foolish?’

Honestly, it seems foolish and stupid.

They weren’t good people either, and they would have tried to kill me given the chance.

“Hurry up and move.”

“Understood.”

Feeling complex emotions, I left the helm and went down to the deck.

‘What a mess.’

Corpses scattered everywhere.

There’s only one person here capable of doing this.

“You’re here. I was waiting.”

Lieutenant Garen spotted me and Colonel Schultz and waved his hand.

“Did you know the location of the escape boat?”

“I found it by chance while wandering around. And it’s usually here, isn’t it?”

“Is that so? I’ve hardly ever been on a warship. Anyway, you’ve worked hard. I’m glad you don’t seem seriously injured.”

There seem to be injuries here and there, but even that much is miraculous.

“I’m relieved to see that you’re also safe, Battalion Commander.”

“Captain Paran contributed greatly.”

Colonel Schultz suddenly praised me.

“Haha, didn’t I tell you? He’s a very useful fellow.”

“From Lieutenant Derick onwards, the Company Commander has good judgment.”

“I’m thinking of trying him as a training instructor for his next assignment.”

“Let him age a bit more for that. Anyway, do we just cut the rope?”

“Yes, I’ll do it.”

Lieutenant Garen released all the securing devices and finally cut the rope.

Splash!!!

At the same time, the escape boat fell into the sea.

I was worried it might break from the considerable height, but fortunately that didn’t happen.

Splash! Splash! Splash!

Starting with Colonel Schultz, we threw ourselves into the sea one by one and boarded the escape boat.

“I’ll pilot the boat. Please rest, both of you.”

Using my experience with Lieutenant Eden from last time, I started the engine and grabbed the wheel.

‘This is the kind of action that earns points.’

I feel like I’m forgetting something important, but anyway, as the escape boat smoothly headed toward Hasmon Fortress, the operation that would go down in history was completed.

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“We’ve captured field commander Captain Tef and Count Golbein! Additionally, the enemy warship carrying reinforcements has run aground and is retreating! Your Highness! It’s a great victory!”

Command post barracks.

At General Godric’s words, the Crown Prince’s legs gave out and he slumped into his chair.

“We… we won.”

Just because he realized he shouldn’t be nervous and tried to appear calm didn’t mean he wasn’t actually nervous.

Rather, not being able to release that tension made it mentally much more difficult.

Now that it was suddenly released, the Crown Prince didn’t even have the strength to stand.

“Quickly relay this news… to His Majesty the Emperor.”

“Understood! Your Highness!”

Commanders moving breathlessly.

Since not everything was over just because they had won, they couldn’t afford to rest.

“Phew.”

The Crown Prince struggled to rise from his seat and looked around.

And beside him, Lieutenant Eden approached very quietly.

“Well done.”

A brief word of acknowledgment.

It was really an ordinary sound that anyone might make, but Louis smiled brightly.

“Thank you.”

“Lower your speech. There are many watching eyes.”

“I… I understand.”

Eden watched the awkward scene for a moment before leaving the tent.

“Captain Paran. Sigh.”

Eden took out a cigarette and put it in his mouth.

“Well, he brought this on himself, so he won’t blame me.”

The promise to send him to the Mess Hall Captain position.

Naturally, the probability of being unable to keep it had risen exponentially.

‘It was already difficult, but maybe this worked out for the better.’

Eden was already smiling at the thought of seeing Paran’s face.

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“Your Majesty! They report success in conquering Yalc Island!”

A retainer who had rushed over immediately after hearing the communication through the message tube announced the victory.

“Congratulations!!!”

“Now the tide of war has truly turned in favor of our Empire!”

Everyone in the command center clenched their fists with expressions full of joy.

“Phew, they worked hard.”

The Emperor let out a sigh of relief rather than a cheer of joy first.

‘Have I ever been this tense before?’

If he had gone to the battlefield himself, he wouldn’t have been nervous.

However, what went on this operation was the Crown Prince who would lead the next Empire.

As the Emperor of the Empire, and as a parent, it would be a lie to say he hadn’t worried.

“What happened to Hasmon Fortress?”

“After setting it on fire, all forces are currently moving to Yalc Island.”

“It went according to plan. Tell them they did well, but since it’s not over yet, maintain thorough vigilance.”

“Understood!”

Looking at history, there are quite a few cases of being careless right after occupation and losing it again.

Of course, with an island the probability is very low, but there’s no harm in being careful.

“Your Majesty, though not yet precisely calculated, the damage scale is reportedly almost negligible.”

“His Highness the Crown Prince resembles Your Majesty and seems to be an excellent leader indeed.”

Flattery coming from the side almost breathlessly.

What parent wouldn’t be happy to hear their child praised?

The Emperor’s lips naturally curved upward.

“He was so nervous, but once he went, he did well.”

Living in an age of peace, he had thought the Crown Prince’s nature was only too kind.

Today, it seemed he would need to change that assessment somewhat.

“Your Majesty, having achieved such a great victory, what do you think about holding a triumph ceremony?”

“A triumph ceremony.”

At Minister Rosen’s suggestion, the Emperor picked up his pen and pondered for a moment.

“It would not only boost military morale, but also give stability to the Empire’s citizens trembling with war anxiety, and widely publicize His Highness the Crown Prince’s achievements.”

An opportunity to catch three rabbits simultaneously, beyond just two.

From the Emperor’s standpoint, there was absolutely no reason to refuse.

“That sounds good. This time, don’t spare any expense and prepare it magnificently.”

“I receive Your Majesty’s command!”

Rosen bowed his head at the ready acceptance.

Thus the Imperial Capital began preparations to welcome the heroes.

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“This isn’t right. This really isn’t right.”

[Triumph Ceremony Formation]

First Line – Lewis Rikan, General Godric Architect… Colonel Schultz, Lieutenant Garen, Captain Paran Oclo

Second Line – Major General Geron Atrophy…

“Well, hmm.”

Today marks five days since departing for the capital.

I received the triumph ceremony schedule, and something seems very strange.

‘Why is my name there?’

Actually, I know why.

Because I achieved the merit of capturing the Elto and blocking thousands of enemy troops.

“Our number one hero Captain Paran Oclo. Did you sleep well last night?”

While I was trembling looking at the ceremony plan, Lieutenant Eden rode up beside me on horseback.

“Sleep was…”

“Well, there’s no way you could sleep properly. Haven’t you become the Empire’s hero now? I heard rumors have already spread throughout the capital.”

“Ha… haha.”

‘Shit.’

I’m screwed.

Completely and utterly screwed.

“Your expression doesn’t look good. Does our war hero have some worries?”

Lieutenant Eden asking while knowing everything.

He couldn’t be more annoying.

“What worries could I have? Once the triumph ceremony ends, I’ll be appointed as Mess Hall Captain.”

“Captain, why are you saying such impossible things when you know better?”

That shameless face.

Still, a promise is a promise, so I absolutely cannot back down.

“What? Didn’t you promise?”

“I did promise. But didn’t you protest to me that you didn’t want to go to Mess Hall Captain?”

“When did I ever.”

“The number one hero who captured an enemy ship and blocked enemy reinforcements. After doing this, Mess Hall Captain? Are you trying to joke with me?”

What’s really unfortunate is that there’s nothing wrong with what he’s saying.

“No, sigh.”

My emotions felt so heavy that I couldn’t speak properly.

‘I never intended to achieve merit either!’

I just moved because it seemed like I’d die otherwise.

Why does it always lead to these kinds of results?

I’m so frustrated I can’t breathe.

“Can’t you just close your eyes and let me go?”

“Do you think I’m His Highness the Crown Prince or something?”

“No, but you’re still just a captain, aren’t you?”

“Captain, yes. I was a captain.”

“Excuse me…?”

“It looks like you’ll be promoted to Lieutenant this time. Congratulations.”

I was momentarily speechless at Lieutenant Eden’s words.

“Sir, it hasn’t even been a year since I became Captain.”

Honestly, promotion to Captain happens quickly.

The problem starts from Lieutenant, and no matter how much merit I achieved, promoting already doesn’t make sense in terms of speed.

“What, are you bragging to me now?”

“No, that’s not it.”

“Don’t get too excited about it. It’s not confirmed yet, and it seems like it’s still under discussion.”

“Understood. Then when I get promoted to Lieutenant Colonel, I’ll become the Support Battalion Commander…”

Tap.

Eden smiled and placed his hand on my shoulder.

“Wake up from your dream, Captain.”

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