I Became an Officer in Another World in Just 5 Minutes - Chapter 134

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Episode 134

“There’s one more thing to discuss. I looked into the french fries that are all the rage right now, and I heard the Lieutenant developed them.”

“That’s correct.”

My voice tone unconsciously dropped at the mention of french fries, which had become a painful topic.

However, what followed was shocking.

“Thanks to the Lieutenant, the demand for potatoes among commoners has noticeably increased, so you’ll be awarded a medal for that achievement.”

“A medal, you say…?”

This was a situation I had never even dreamed of.

“His Majesty looked very favorably upon the fact that even though it was food that anyone could see would bring great profit if monopolized, you didn’t exercise those rights.”

“I… I see.”

Since it wasn’t done with good intentions, my conscience pricked me.

“You’ll probably receive a Third-Class Industrial Medal on Culture Day in two months, so keep that in mind.”

‘They’re giving me Third-Class…?’

Since I received First-Class, I might think Third-Class isn’t much, but it’s ridiculously high.

‘I could live comfortably for life just on the medal pension alone.’

For reference, the pension for a First-Class Military Medal is 50 gold per month.

‘Looking at it now, I’ll probably receive about 50 gold in salary too.’

I know the salary increases meaningfully when going from Captain to Lieutenant.

“But if I’m in the west, there’s a high probability I won’t be able to attend this part…”

“Proxy acceptance is possible, so no need to worry.”

“That’s fortunate. Then I’ll keep that in mind.”

Since there was nothing bad about receiving it, I answered cheerfully.

‘Still, they’re taking care of me in many ways. They say good deeds bring good fortune.’

Since I’m scheduled to receive a medal, I think I can let go of the french fries now.

“It was enjoyable meeting like this. I hope we can see each other often in the future.”

“It was also an honor for me to meet the Empire’s sage.”

I shook hands with Rosen.

‘Look at that good skin, is this what elves are like?’

Truly an enviable race.

“Lieutenant, do you know why humans, not long-lived elves, dominate the continent?”

Rosen, who I thought would leave, suddenly looked directly at my face and asked a question.

“Um, isn’t it because of reproductive ability?”

“That’s not wrong either, but if it were because of reproduction, shouldn’t monsters like goblins or orcs have dominated?”

While I was pondering what to answer, Rosen spoke again.

“I think this way. Humans succeeded because they adapt to happiness too quickly.”

“You mean they can’t be satisfied with the present?”

“That’s right. The thirst for success. Even after achieving goals, they just sleep one night and wake up looking at higher places.”

‘That’s not true.’

I’m confident I won’t want anything bigger once I’m discharged.

“Uh… well, I suppose so.”

Since I didn’t want to engage in a logical battle here, I just nodded roughly.

“And from what I can see, the Lieutenant has this the most severely.”

“Me…?”

“Looking at what you’ve done so far, you really develop every moment. I can’t even imagine how much thirst and desire you have inside.”

He’s looking at me like I’m some kind of monster.

His eyes are definitely wrong.

‘Hey, don’t judge arbitrarily.’

What thirst.

The only thirst I have right now is for discharge.

“I’m not sure. I’ve never really thought about such things.”

“Haha, if you yourself don’t know, that would be even more remarkable. Anyway, I’ll be looking forward to it. How much more you’ll develop and what you’ll be like when I see you next.”

Rosen said that while gathering the bag he brought.

“I’ll… try my best. Shall we go out together?”

“If you’re departing today, you’ll be busy preparing, so don’t come out.”

With those words, Rosen left the manor.

I too packed my luggage and boarded the carriage heading west.

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“Did everyone forget how to speak?”

Silence flowed through the Emperor’s office.

Simon spoke with bloodshot eyes, but no one could easily answer.

“Since losing Yalc Island, I can’t sleep. Always defeat, defeat, defeat. Yesterday I dreamed of having my neck cut by the Lyckan Empire Army.”

“It’s all this humble one’s fault. Please kill me!!!”

Thud!

General Meholde Sikait struck his head against the ground.

Was the force too great?

Blood flowed from his forehead, but no one mentioned that part.

“How! How could you not know until the enemy invaded our territory! Because of the navy’s arrogance that the General was so confident about! We lost Yalc Island and Hasmon Fortress burned.”

Since there was nothing wrong to find no matter how much he looked, even General Maemold, who had many achievements, had nothing to say.

No, he shouldn’t have.

Normally, he should be locked in the underground prison along with the naval commander, but he was alive only because of his past achievements.

“Please kill me!”

“If killing solved things, I would have killed you ten times, no, a hundred times. But that’s not it, is it. Think of solutions. That’s why you’re sitting in these positions.”

Simon turned his gaze away from General Maemold and looked around at the meeting attendees.

Everyone avoided the Emperor’s gaze.

In such a helpless meeting atmosphere, one man stepped forward.

“Your Majesty! Since Yalc Island is gone, at this rate, the war will most likely end in defeat.”

An unusually agitated voice.

Seto Count discussed the defeat of the war itself for the first time before the Emperor.

“Count, what are you saying now! Defeat, you say.”

“That’s too hasty and extreme talk! The Empire’s military is still intact.”

Abiel remained quiet, but the nobles around him attacked Seto Count.

However, Seto Count’s expression showed not the slightest scratch.

“Quiet! Let Seto Count continue speaking.”

Simon silenced the noisy nobles and looked down at Seto Count.

“By losing Yalc Island, the enemy’s operational range has more than doubled. Not only that, but the enemy’s morale is currently sky-high.”

Content that made everyone frown.

However, this was now a reality that truly couldn’t be ignored.

“From my direct observation, our military is currently steeped in defeat. If the enemy strikes first like this, the collapse of the west will happen in an instant.”

“Seto Count, I know that too. So what do you want to say? Are you suggesting we surrender to the enemy?”

Simon didn’t hide his displeasure at the continuous negative talk.

And at that moment.

Thud!

Seto Count knelt toward the Emperor.

“Your Majesty! If you give me the opportunity! I will use this humble ability to personally lead troops and collapse the enemy’s front lines!”

“Count…?”

“You’re personally stepping forward…?”

The office began to buzz at Seto Count’s bombshell statement.

“You’ll personally lead the army?”

“Yes! The situation is too dire to just sit at desks and discuss with words only! If you give me the chance, I’ll return with news of victory!”

A voice filled with strong determination.

The Emperor rose from his seat and approached the kneeling Duke.

“The Empire has always borrowed the wisdom of the Seto Ducal House when in danger.”

The distance had closed to right in front of him.

It was only natural that all eyes were focused on the two of them.

“And once again, your family extends a helping hand.”

“How could it be a helping hand? I am merely fulfilling my assigned duties!”

“Yes, fulfill your assigned duties. As of this moment, I appoint Seto Count as Supreme Commander. General Maemold, who was the previous Supreme Commander, will step down to become Admiral and reorganize the collapsed Navy.”

“I accept His Majesty’s command!!!”

No one could oppose the Emperor’s decision and bowed their heads.

“From now on, soldiers shall think of Seto Count as myself and serve with utmost loyalty to bring news of victory! This will be the last chance.”

A murderous gaze swept over the commanders.

All they could do was bow their heads.

“We accept… His Majesty’s command!!”

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“Haah, I hate this. I hate it.”

The unpleasant smell entering through the carriage window.

This is, yes, the scent of the Western Front.

‘I never thought I’d be coming back this quickly.’

I can only sigh.

‘Let’s think positively. At least it’s not the front lines.’

That’s truly fortunate, but I can’t just think positively about it.

“I should be moderately busy, but this could actually kill me.”

I roughly looked through the related documents on the way here, and there are already over ten different types of problems.

‘Since they’re still investigating, there must be even more by now.’

My head is just throbbing.

“Whether we win or lose the battle, I should have just kept my mouth shut.”

I’ve never regretted a past choice this much.

“Lieutenant, we’ll arrive at the support unit soon.”

“I see. We’re finally here.”

At the coachman’s words, I opened the window and looked out to see quite a complex cityscape.

‘So this is Dembad.’

The most developed Imperial direct-controlled city in the Western Front with the highest income level.

Living up to its reputation, everything from the streets was neat and clean.

“It looks livable.”

At the divisions and battalions I’ve served at so far, you had to take a carriage quite far to have fun after work.

‘But here… it would take just 3 minutes on foot?’

Life after work looks like it would be rich and diverse at first glance.

“Of course, that’s only if I can leave work on time.”

It looks daunting, but when has it ever been okay?

I’ve always found ways to slack off.

And this time I’ll definitely survive too.

“We’ve arrived. Thank you for your hard work during the long journey.”

“What hard work did I do? You did well. Eat something good on your way back.”

I took out about 5 gold from my pocket and put it in Sergeant Soten’s pocket, who had served as my coachman.

“Oh my! Thank you so much.”

“Drive safely.”

“Yes! I hope your new workplace is filled with good things! Loyalty!!!”

Sergeant Soten saluted with great spirit before turning the carriage around.

His retreating figure looked incredibly light.

‘Why is he so happy over how much I gave him?’

Of course it’s nothing to me, but 5 gold must be quite a lot of money for a sergeant.

‘Money seems absolute yet relative at the same time.’

As someone who will operate a second Amazon, I often think about money.

But the more I dig into it, the more difficult it becomes.

“Loyalty!”

As I headed toward the main gate, a soldier checked my rank insignia and jumped up from his seat.

‘Has the treatment changed a bit because I’m a lieutenant?’

Of course, this is the first time meeting this military policeman, but there’s such a thing as intuition.

“Thank you for your hard work. I’m Lieutenant Paran Oclo, newly assigned to the Western Support Unit of the Supply Command.”

“Huh…! Are you really Lieutenant Paran Oclo?”

A surprised reaction when I stated my name.

Why on earth is he surprised?

“Well, it’s my name, so yes. Is there some problem?”

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