I Became an Officer in Another World in Just 5 Minutes - Chapter 19

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Episode 19

“Yes…? Intelligence Agency?”

Intelligence Agency.

While it’s not an organization from my memories, just hearing the name gives you a rough idea, doesn’t it?

‘In terms of the Republic of Korea, it’s like the National Intelligence Service.’

Even a passing stray dog could see it’s a much more dangerous place than the Coastal Defense Battalion.

“That’s right, it’s where you’ll be working from now on. Try not to cause any trouble.”

A voice as if he was doing me some great favor.

I was so dumbfounded that the back of my neck started to throb.

“Excuse me, I’m sorry. As I mentioned earlier, my assigned post is the Eastern Coastal Guard Battalion.”

This is basically like telling someone who got into Seoul National University to go to Baengnyeongdo University instead.

This is, well, a kind of fraud, fraud.

‘Am I crazy enough to go there?’

I wanted to rip off my rank insignia and throw some punches, but looking at his build, I was certain to lose.

“Commander, what kind of work are you telling me to do with this guy?”

“Oh my, our Second Lieutenant Paran. What’s wrong?”

As the atmosphere was going to extremes, General Chelsa broke in while breaking out in a cold sweat.

“Training Commander, what does that make everything I’ve done for the past two weeks?”

You might ask if it’s possible for a mere second lieutenant to complain to a general like this.

But I’m not just any mere second lieutenant.

I’d actually be grateful if they discharged me for insubordination, and my status doesn’t fall short either when you think about it.

“I know. I know, but do you think you would have been safe if you had honestly said you chose the Eastern Region because you were scared of going to war?”

“I fully understand that.”

I’m grateful for the quick thinking you showed then.

But even so, isn’t the Intelligence Agency going too far?

“Even thinking about it now, the only way to get through that situation was the Intelligence Agency, which had to keep its affiliations secret.”

“Still… isn’t there a way I could go somewhere else?”

“If His Majesty finds out that you went somewhere else, could you handle the consequences?”

Where do these old men learn to talk like this?

From the Emperor to this gentleman, I couldn’t see any loopholes.

‘If I get caught, I really can’t handle it.’

In the worst case, I could be beheaded for the crime of insulting royalty.

“What great task would I give to a second lieutenant? Just run some errands for a few months. Then I’ll pull you out when the next class gets commissioned.”

A sweet and seemingly only option.

Even though I instinctively knew I absolutely shouldn’t accept, I had no choice but to nod my head.

“You’re promising me this.”

“Of course. Just bear with it for a few months, let’s live together.”

After reaching an agreement with General Chelsa, I turned my gaze back to Captain Eden.

‘Hmm, but thinking about it, I think I described the Intelligence Agency like hell in front of a superior.’

I was a bit concerned about it, but he didn’t seem to be in a bad mood at least.

‘Strange, isn’t it normal to get angry when someone badmouths the organization you belong to this much?’

Usually in cases like this, there are two possibilities.

Either he has no affection for the organization he belongs to, or it really is hell.

From my personal perspective, the latter seemed more likely.

“If you’re done talking, I’ll take him with me.”

“Yes, let’s see each other again next time.”

“I’ll try my best.”

Eden bowed his head in greeting and went outside first.

“Uh… I’ll be going. Loyalty!”

I forgot when coming in, but at least when leaving, I saluted.

Then I followed Eden outside.

“Name: Paran Oclo, Age: 19.”

With a cigarette in his mouth, he suddenly began reciting my personal information.

“What is this?”

“Last in the family succession order. But forced to enlist because both the first and second sons refused military service. In return, promised the position of family heir.”

I got slightly creeped out by the personal information coming out of nowhere.

“Phew, unlike his behavior outside, he’s shown remarkably excellent conduct since enlisting. Is there anything wrong in what I’ve said so far?”

He spoke while exhaling cigarette smoke, and the smell was so harsh that I frowned.

“There’s nothing wrong. But does the Intelligence Agency even investigate the youngest son of a count family?”

“The Oclo Family was included in the process of investigating trading companies that supply military materials, and we ended up investigating your information as well since you enlisted. Of course, I didn’t know we’d use it like this.”

“I see. But how do you know I was promised the heir position? That was a conversation that only happened with direct family members present.”

“Tems Oclo? That guy talks about it every time he goes to a tavern. Along with saying he hopes you go to war and die.”

‘That bastard.’

I knew he was thinking such things, but hearing it directly made me feel very disgusted.

“Nobles, really. What’s so great about a mere title?”

Eden shook his head and threw his finished cigarette on the ground and stepped on it.

“Is it okay to litter like that?”

“Considering what I do for the Empire, this much is nothing. As your superior, I’m giving you a 2-night, 3-day leave starting today.”

Eden turned around and looked straight into my eyes.

“During that time, spend time with your family whether you’re close or enemies, then come to the place written here.”

Eden took out a piece of paper from his pocket, wrote an address with a pen, and handed it to me.

’13th Street, Arvion Tavern.’

I tilted my head since I naturally expected to be told to come to Intelligence Command headquarters.

“What is this place?”

“You’ll find out when you get there. I have an appointment so I’ll be going now, rest well during your leave.”

He put on his hat and was about to leave when he just turned his head slightly to look at me again.

“Oh, and if anyone asks about your assignment, tell them it’s the 3rd Division from now on.”

“Yes…? What do you mean.”

I tried to grab him at this nonsensical statement, but Eden disappeared like the wind in the blink of an eye.

“It’s supposed to be the Eastern Coastal Guard Battalion! Why did it turn out like this!”

I screamed at my military life that had gotten completely twisted, but passersby just looked at me strangely and nothing changed.

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“Son, eat a lot. You’ll have to suffer again when you leave.”

“Yes…”

Home after a long time.

I thought I’d be able to rest happily when I returned after completing training, but not at all.

‘Sigh, I should clear my mind during leave.’

I definitely know in my head that’s what I should do, but my military life is so ruined that it’s not easy.

“You’re going to the Western Front, right?”

“Yes, well.”

Tems, sitting across from me, raised the corners of his mouth after hearing my answer.

‘That bastard.’

He’s definitely hoping I’ll go there and die right now.

‘Eden, after hearing the truth from that guy, I became even more disgusted.’

My already high level of disgust has now reached its limit.

‘I need to deal with that face, isn’t there some way?’

Unfortunately, since I have to leave home again in two days, there’s nothing I can do right now.

‘Just wait until I’m discharged. I’ll make sure you can’t take a single penny from the family.’

I’ll show you exactly what a life of poverty is like.

“I’m so proud and impressed that my son decided to go to the Western Front despite receiving such a high rank. This is truly what the next head of the Oclo Family should be like.”

Broad cut his meat with a satisfied expression.

The atmosphere made it seem like the family’s heir had been decided.

Our eldest brother was clenching his fist so tightly that his fork was bending, which was quite a sight.

“Are you going in the day after tomorrow?”

“Yes, sir.”

“I won’t set any limits, so enjoy yourself to your heart’s content while you’re resting and buy everything you need to take with you. I’ll send a carriage too.”

As expected, father knows how to spend properly when it’s time to spend.

“Thank you.”

After finishing the meal in a harmonious atmosphere, I was about to go up to my room but changed my mind and left the mansion.

‘The night air is cold.’

Just yesterday, no, even this morning, I was only allowed limited movement in a restricted environment, but suddenly having freedom felt so unfamiliar.

“Should I go have some fun?”

What is a true man?

Isn’t it someone who works when it’s time to work, and knows how to play like crazy when it’s time to play?

“Hey, bring more alcohol.”

“Do you know what a march is? Walking 100 kilometers non-stop for 2 nights and 3 days…”

When I went to the district where nobles mainly hang out, the bars were packed with our precious graduates who had just finished.

‘Damn, is this a field of men?’

I came expecting beautiful noble ladies, but this was, how should I put it.

Right, hell.

And do you know what the bigger problem is?

These damn demons of hell recognized my face.

“Oh! Wait, isn’t that our battalion’s representative candidate! Did you come out to play too?”

It was supposed to be a high-class wine bar, but two men approached me like rough old men.

“I did come out to play.”

‘But I have no intention of playing with you guys.’

Two weeks is enough time spent with creatures that have something hanging between their legs.

“If you don’t have company, let’s have a drink together. I survived thanks to our representative candidate. Here, take this.”

A man with a flushed red face poured wine into a glass and handed it to me.

‘Hmm, it’s free so should I drink it?’

Even though my wallet was unlimited, the commoner mindset was ingrained in my brain so I couldn’t give up something free.

“If you’re offering, I’ll gratefully accept.”

I lifted the glass and downed the wine like beer, and the taste was exquisite.

‘What, is this really wine?’

It was just on a different level from the convenience store wine I usually drank.

The flavor, the smoothness going down, and the aftertaste.

It was simply art.

“You seem to like it? It’s Kastel Mountain wine, so it’s premium, premium. Come on! One more glass.”

As he filled my empty glass with wine, he was like an angel.

‘But if it’s Kastel, that’s Krushel’s family.’

I had heard him bragging about how delicious his family’s wine was, but I never expected it to be this good.

After tasting it directly, I strongly felt that I definitely needed to become close friends with him.

“Ah, this is nice. Thank you.”

I wasn’t drunk yet, but my mood had definitely improved.

“One more glass?”

“This seems like it might be expensive, so I wonder if it’s okay for me to receive it for free.”

“Hey, how much could it be? Thanks to our teacher, I successfully avoided the Western Front and went to the south, so even this isn’t enough. Today I’m treating you to the full course!”

Seeing the man’s joyful expression, my heart started aching without me realizing it.

‘Shit, I only did good things for others.’

Originally, as a member of the Coastal Defense Battalion, I should be celebrating together with him, but I couldn’t.

“I have an appointment, so unfortunately I’ll have to leave first.”

“Huh? You’re not coming with us?”

“Let’s do it next time.”

Unable to bear the envy, I quickly left the table.

‘Let me just buy a few books and go home.’

That’s what suits my situation.

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