I Became an Officer in Another World in Just 5 Minutes - Chapter 35

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Episode 35

‘Well, it’s not bad though.’

When a craftsman puts their heart into it, a good weapon is bound to come out.

“Haha, understood.”

“Remember, don’t go to some random blacksmith’s forge.”

“I’ll definitely come running to this place.”

At my firm answer, Bangkero raised the corners of his mouth with satisfaction.

“Thomas, bring what’s in personal warehouse box number 21.”

“Yes sir!”

Thomas ran off somewhere and came back carrying a long box.

“I made this about 7 years ago with universal specifications that anyone could use, and it should be just right for you to use now.”

When I received the box and opened it, a very deep black sword revealed itself.

“Oh…!”

I’d have to compare it properly, but it was almost exactly the same size as what I’d been using before.

‘It should be easy to adapt to, and the design is clean yet luxurious, not bad at all.’

The wave pattern engraved on the blade was quite artistic.

“The price for this is.”

“I owe the Oclo Family a debt, so just take it.”

“Thank you so much.”

A dwarven-made weapon nonetheless.

It’s a bit disappointing that it’s not custom-made, but this is more than satisfactory.

“By the way, are there any parts I need to be careful about when maintaining the sword?”

“It’s made from materials that are easy to maintain, so you’ll just need to sharpen the blade periodically.”

“I’ll treat it carefully as if it were my other half.”

“Mm, yes. You have an excellent attitude, unlike that Oclo fellow. Come once every half year, I’ll sharpen the blade for you.”

Did he like the word “other half”?

His gaze toward me changed positively.

“I’ll come once every quarter.”

“You’re just as troublesome as him. If you’re done with your business, go on now. My head hurts because of Her Highness the Princess.”

“I’ll see you again next time! Stay healthy!”

I left the blacksmith’s forge holding the box containing the sword to my chest.

“Now I finally have a proper weapon too.”

It was time to throw away the sword I’d received from the Training Unit.

“Young master, have you finished your business?”

The Coachman who had been waiting outside spoke to me.

“For now.”

“Shall we return to the Manor? Or do you have somewhere else to stop by?”

“Let’s go to the Manor.”

“Yes.”

Clatter!

The Carriage departed, and the surrounding scenery began to change rapidly.

“Maybe it’s from meeting the Princess, but I’m really tired.”

It wasn’t physically exhausting, more like my energy had been drained.

“Mm, she was pretty though.”

She wasn’t called the flower of the Empire for nothing.

Of course, that didn’t mean I fell for her or anything.

‘I even told her I was suffering terribly on the front lines, and she still wouldn’t give in to the end?’

I really need a weapon to survive, but she probably just came to buy a gift to impress some guy.

By the way, this is just my guess, but I’m definitely right.

“I can’t forgive this. What is the Emperor doing instead of educating his children?”

If anyone heard this, it would be grounds for execution beyond just exile, but I don’t need to worry since a soundproof magical device surrounds the Carriage.

Tap tap.

While I was fiddling with the sword that had now become my treasure number one, the small window connected to the driver’s seat opened.

“There’s a traffic jam, so it’ll take a while to arrive.”

“It doesn’t matter, just get us there safely.”

“Understood.”

When the Coachman nodded and was about to close the window.

I grabbed the window to resolve a curiosity that suddenly came to mind.

“I have something I’m curious about.”

“Please say anything.”

“What’s the perception of the Princess like? Honestly.”

“You mean Her Highness the Princess?”

As if it was an unexpected question, I could see the Coachman getting flustered.

“Just speak comfortably.”

“Isn’t she truly a wonderful person? She consistently goes to volunteer in the slums that everyone avoids, and she’s so brilliant that the Minister of Finance, who is the brain of the Empire, praises her extremely…”

Endless praise that came out almost like operating a machine.

The more I listened, the worse I felt for some reason I couldn’t understand.

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“Anna.”

“Yes, Your Highness.”

Rene, who had returned to the Imperial Palace, called her personal maid Anna.

“Go find out where someone named Paran Oclo works and get some brief information about him. Since his current status is a Soldier, it shouldn’t be too difficult.”

“Understood. I’ll report back as soon as I confirm it.”

Since it was really not a difficult request as Rene said, Anna immediately left the room.

“Sigh, why am I worrying about this?”

Rene’s mind had been extremely uncomfortable since the Carriage ride back to the Imperial Palace.

If he really was serving on the front lines and would die because his weapon wasn’t good enough.

It was all too clear that she would bear a responsibility that would be emotionally unbearable.

“I should be the one to give in first.”

A gift for someone who’s really on the front lines, not just for decoration.

When you think about it, there’s absolutely no reason to have a problem with her conscience.

“Ugh.”

Frustration and some inexplicable sense of foreboding.

When all of that combined, Rene couldn’t keep her hands still.

“Should I give him at least one decent sword? But since he’s from the Oclo Family, he should be able to get whatever he wants.”

In the end, Rene, who couldn’t think of a suitable solution, threw herself onto the bed.

And in the afternoon.

Anna came looking for her faster than expected, carrying a paper with information.

If there was one problem, it was that only his name and rank were written on it.

“This is all?”

“I’m sorry, but I was refused access to the information.”

Anna being refused meant that even Rene, who was a Princess, couldn’t access the information.

Actually, this alone made it possible to guess to some extent.

‘Intelligence Agency, Assassination Squad, Special Forces… If he belongs to those, then it really is the front lines.’

I thought he was at most just one of many officers in the Western Front.

Rene’s mind became complicated beyond what she could handle.

“One thing I found out is that he was specially promoted to Lieutenant the fastest among his class this time.”

“That means he distinguished himself, right?”

“Yes, that must definitely be the case.”

The words Paran had said came to mind in Rene’s head.

‘I barely escaped a life-threatening crisis. Did I just prevent that person from getting their weapon made…?’

Guilt—an emotion very foreign to royalty.

Rene finally couldn’t bear it and stood up from her seat.

“Send someone to Banquero Forge… and tell them to make weapons for someone named Paran Oclo first.”

“Understood. But weren’t you preparing a gift?”

“I’ll just have to take it a bit slower. Besides, Uncle already has many good weapons even without my gift.”

“Your heart is truly so deep. I’m certain that young man Paran Oclo will be moved by Her Highness the Princess’s grace.”

Anna praised Rene as if she had become Paran Oclo herself.

“He surely will, right?”

“Yes, any person would naturally feel that way. He’ll surely lose his heart to Her Highness the Princess.”

“Th…there’s no need to go that far.”

Anna showed a pleased smile while watching the princess lower her head as if embarrassed.

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Leave is like a mirage.

It seemed like it was there, but when you look closely, it’s gone.

‘Still, I did get proper rest this time, so I’m satisfied for now.’

The fact that I have to go back really sucks, but what can I do.

This damn war isn’t over yet.

“Son, return safely.”

“Just stay healthy. Your life is the most important thing.”

Father and Mother came to see me off again this time.

I feel like we’ve grown closer somehow since I enlisted.

‘They even generously allowed me to use the precious materials in the warehouse.’

I hear that these days they’re receiving the Emperor’s favor.

‘They probably think it’s thanks to me.’

It’s very likely that it actually is because of me.

“I’ll do my best. I’ll see you on my next leave.”

I gave my greetings and headed to Arvion Tavern, just like the day I was dragged off to the Western Front.

“For a safe journey!”

“Cheers!!!”

Half the seats were filled with customers who came for company dinners.

“I hear you’re departing for the west tomorrow.”

While I was watching their toasts, I heard Captain Eden’s voice from behind.

“Please give me some warning. I almost reacted thinking you were an enemy.”

“That’s really scary, I’ll have to be careful.”

Captain Eden spoke in a voice as if finding it cute, which was quite unpleasant.

“I’m not the same person you first met.”

“I know. I’m the one who assigned Lieutenant Alpen to you in the first place, don’t I know?”

“Do you receive reports about me too?”

“You’re asking something obvious.”

Eden’s words gave me slight chills.

‘Why is he so interested in me.’

This is why you shouldn’t stand out.

“You have more talent than expected. Just looking at your actions, you seem like a typical ordinary person.”

“That’s hurtful to the person listening.”

“It’s a compliment. It means you exceeded my expectations.”

He says it’s a compliment, but no matter how I look at it, it’s not a compliment.

“And the suggestion you made to Alpen wasn’t bad either. I didn’t put it into action because I saw a better method.”

“The suggestion, sir?”

I had no idea what he was talking about.

“You said it yourself and now you don’t know. Didn’t you ask Alpen to treat you as an enemy until the end?”

“Ah, you mean that.”

Honestly, I had completely forgotten about it.

“Make sure you continue to actively give opinions on operations like that.”

“I’m not particularly smart, but I’ll try my best.”

“Hmm, that’s unfortunate then.”

I was just being modest, but this person really was looking at me with pity.

“Never mind. So where is my next assignment.”

“Before that, take this gift.”

Eden pulled out a small box from his pocket.

“What is this?”

“If you’re curious, you can just open it, can’t you?”

“Then I’ll open it without declining.”

Since I got permission, I opened the box on the spot, and what was inside was an unexpected item.

“Lieutenant insignia…? Have I already been promoted?”

I expected a quick promotion since I had merit, but I thought it would still take some time.

“It ended up happening. I didn’t expect it either.”

Honestly, I thought I wouldn’t feel anything about this damn military rank, but I felt better than expected.

And Captain Eden wasn’t the only one congratulating my promotion.

[Congratulations! You have been promoted to Lieutenant.]

[+50p]

[Your remarkable achievements have been officially recognized.]

[+200p]

Massive points came in from not just the promotion but also having my achievements recognized.

Without realizing it, my smile stretched from ear to ear.

“Are you that happy about the promotion? Unexpected.”

“There’s no reason to dislike it, is there.”

“Well, if you put it that way, I have nothing to say.”

“So, now please really tell me. Where do I have to go.”

The celebrating ends here, I need to face reality.

‘Seeing how he keeps dragging this out, it’s probably the front lines again. Damn it.’

It’s obvious without even looking.

“Ah, there was a bit of a variable with that. To cut to the result, it looks like you’ll have to go to the west.”

“Wasn’t it the west from the beginning?”

“You might not believe this, but I was trying to send the Lieutenant to the Eastern Coastal Guard Battalion that you wanted. While making up an appropriate excuse.”

“Is that so? I appreciate the thought.”

Honestly, I don’t believe it at all, but what can I do when a superior officer says so.

I should at least pretend to believe him.

“It’s true, but I feel wronged.”

“I believe you. So where in the west? Don’t tell me it’s Rimircastle or something.”

“Unfortunately, it’s not there.”

Why is that unfortunate.

I can’t understand his way of thinking.

“Then.”

“Take exactly one step back from Rimircastle and you’ll find the 1st Division, where you’ll serve as the supply company commander.”

“What…?”

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