I Became an Officer in Another World in Just 5 Minutes - Chapter 62

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Episode 62

 

‘I need to properly cash in on this.’

 

The Empire isn’t as strict about copyright as modern Earth, but I know the concept exists and there are related laws.

 

‘Making it at home is one thing, but selling it should either be exclusive or at least involve royalties.’

 

The feeling of sitting on a pile of money couldn’t be more cushiony than this.

 

“I would be delighted if it could help the Empire.”

 

After that, a conversation continued between the Princess and the commander that was completely beyond my involvement.

 

The situation and recovery status of the troops, tomorrow’s event schedule, and so on.

 

I only spoke with the Princess again when it was time for her to leave.

 

“It was truly more impressive than I had imagined. Lieutenant.”

 

“It was only possible because all the company members worked with nothing but loyalty to the Empire’s victory and His Majesty the Emperor.”

 

A lie that didn’t even stick to my tongue.

 

But to survive in the Empire, this kind of thing needs to come out as naturally as breathing.

 

“Excellent. I think I may have misjudged you for a moment, Lieutenant.”

 

‘No, you saw me correctly though.’

 

Her perception of me is becoming clouded, but there’s no need to correct this either.

 

“My actions and words at that time came from somewhat misguided loyalty, so I can only apologize.”

 

“Thank you for saying that. I don’t have time today, so let’s stop here and have a longer conversation tomorrow.”

 

“Yes…? That is.”

 

Before I could ask anything more, she turned around and got into the carriage.

 

And the Princess disappeared in an instant.

 

Somehow my head feels even more complicated now.

 

‘She must have gotten the schedule confused, right?’

 

There’s no reason for me, who isn’t even a candidate for merit recognition, to meet and have a conversation with her.

 

No, to be precise, both she and I had misunderstood the entire situation.

 

All because of one particular villain.

 

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[Personnel Order]

 

Subject: Lieutenant Paran Oclo

 

Position Transfer: Supply Regiment Support Battalion Catering Company Commander -> Standby

 

The above personnel transfer is hereby ordered

 

Supply Regiment Commander

 

Colonel Paolo

 

A personnel order that greeted me as soon as I arrived at work early in the morning.

 

I couldn’t help but sigh.

 

“So when they said to rest until the merit recognition day, they really meant it literally.”

 

The letter placed on the desk was even more ridiculous.

 

[We’ll depart from the north gate at noon, so prepare and come out. -Eden-]

 

“This is really dizzying. So dizzying.”

 

Uselessly fast action, but only at times like this.

 

There were only about three hours left until noon.

 

‘Let me just quickly say goodbye to the people I need to.’

 

Since I didn’t have time to go to distant places, I first went down to the dining hall and gathered the company members.

 

“It wasn’t a very long time, but thank you for working with an inadequate company commander, and you all worked hard.”

 

“Yes…?”

 

Most of the company members were flustered by the unexpected farewell.

 

“Are you leaving so suddenly? No, but why.”

 

“Company Commander, is this really true?”

 

Expressions of disbelief.

 

Well, this isn’t exactly a normal situation.

 

‘I also thought I’d be here at least until the situation stabilized, so these people must be even more surprised.’

 

But the military is originally a place where people leave overnight like this.

 

“I’ve written up all the handover documents. But there might still be gaps, so please help the next company commander a lot, Mess Sergeant.”

 

I shook hands with Sergeant Colton and entrusted the future to him.

 

“I’ll try my best while remembering what you did, Company Commander.”

 

Colton initially lacked experience, but after going through one battle, he had grown into a seasoned sergeant.

 

‘At this rate, he’ll get promoted to staff sergeant soon.’

 

It goes without saying, but those who survived this battle will inevitably see accelerated promotions.

 

“I didn’t really do anything. Let’s meet again when we get the chance.”

 

“Yes, stay healthy.”

 

After saying goodbye to the company members and packing my things, I finally headed to the Battalion Commander’s office.

 

“You’re leaving?”

 

“Yes, that’s how it turned out.”

 

In a way, the person I’d been with the longest in military life after Eden.

 

It would be a lie to say we hadn’t built any bond.

 

“The destination isn’t decided yet, right?”

 

“I’ll probably return to the capital first.”

 

“Well, you’ll do better than me wherever you go, but take care of yourself. Especially in times like these.”

 

“Even without you saying so, I’m putting my body as the top priority.”

 

With even the Assassin Squad targeting me, if I don’t take care of myself, I’ll be gone in an instant.

 

“Consistent as always. See you again later. You’ll end up coming back to the Western Front eventually anyway.”

 

Siel spoke with certainty.

 

Unfortunately, I also felt that would likely happen, so I couldn’t deny it.

 

“That’s sad. If I do come to the Western Front, I’ll contact you. Loyalty.”

 

I gave a final salute, packed my things, and headed to the north gate.

 

“Come to think of it, I didn’t get to say goodbye to Derick.”

 

I briefly considered going even now, but that would definitely make me late for the appointment.

 

‘I’ll have to leave a letter.’

 

Anyway, my intuition is telling me about Derick too – we’ll be able to meet again soon.

 

“You came at exactly the right time.”

 

When I arrived at the north gate, Eden, who had come early and was waiting, waved his hand.

 

“Someone gave me a very tight schedule, so I prepared frantically.”

 

“That’s really a terrible person.”

 

Playing innocent without changing his expression one bit.

 

Anyone watching would think it was really unrelated to him.

 

“Never mind. It’s not like this is the first or second time.”

 

“Still, that person probably has his circumstances too, so try to understand.”

 

“Ah, yes. I understand.”

 

I put my bag in the luggage compartment and got into the carriage.

 

“Let’s depart.”

 

Eden got into the same carriage as me.

 

I tilted my head at this unexpected action.

 

“Don’t tell me, you’re coming with me?”

 

“Then were you planning to take the carriage alone?”

 

I’d always been alone, so what on earth is this about now.

 

“Don’t think of it as uncomfortable, because I’m uncomfortable too.”

 

Eden stretched out his legs and settled into a perfect position.

 

‘He doesn’t look uncomfortable at all though.’

 

It’s almost like he’s in his own bedroom at home.

 

“Don’t tell me we’re going all the way to the capital like this?”

 

“I’ll be going to the Capital, but Lieutenant, you’ll be getting off at the Gork Mountains.”

 

“Excuse me…?”

 

The Gork Mountains, a mountain range stretching from the north to the western region, are within the Empire’s territory but remain completely undeveloped, unknown lands.

 

‘The reason is… well, monsters.’

 

From goblins to trolls, orcs, and so on.

 

Legend says there are even dragons, but honestly, that sounds like something from a novel, and realistically I know ogres have been discovered at most.

 

“Why would I go to the Gork Mountains?”

 

“Why else? Because the Lieutenant’s next assignment is at the Gork Mountains. Oh, come to think of it, you’re Captain now. Here, take this.”

 

Eden pulled out a box that obviously contained rank insignia from his pocket and tossed it to me.

 

[Congratulations! You have been promoted to Captain.]

 

[+150p]

 

[Your rapid promotion and achievements have been recognized.]

 

[+100p]

 

[You have now properly stepped onto the path of an officer.]

 

[Do not forget your soldier’s spirit and serve with dedication.]

 

The points were nice, but the last message almost made me throw a punch without realizing it.

 

‘Talking about dedication, what nonsense.’

 

This damn system knows exactly how to piss people off.

 

“You look displeased about something. Were you expecting to become a Major?”

 

“I was expecting a discharge certificate.”

 

“Oh my, don’t expect that for the rest of your life.”

 

Eden’s words made my blood pressure rise once more.

 

“I’ll be discharged when the war ends.”

 

“Well, try your best. I’ll cheer you on.”

 

Eden said that while pulling out another box from his pocket.

 

“What’s that?”

 

“A promotion congratulations gift. It’s valuable, so use it carefully.”

 

Inside the small box was a fountain pen that looked quite expensive, just as he said.

 

No wait, this isn’t a new product.

 

“Isn’t this the fountain pen you used personally?”

 

I remember seeing him use it several times when signing documents.

 

“Good memory. Disappointed that it’s used?”

 

Lieutenant Eden really seems like he can read minds.

 

But I wasn’t particularly disappointed.

 

After all, if it’s an expensive fountain pen, I have plenty of those at home.

 

“Of course not. I was just curious, so I asked.”

 

“This is something I received as a gift when I first got promoted to Captain. Think of it as a kind of passing down tradition.”

 

“Is it okay for you to give me something you received as a gift?”

 

“Just accept it, you ask too many questions. Captain, when you see a sharp subordinate later, pass it on.”

 

At Eden’s words, the corners of my mouth turned up without me realizing it.

 

“Does that mean you think I’m sharp?”

 

A perfect question that caught the gap in his words.

 

Eden made an uncharacteristic expression and avoided my gaze.

 

“Think whatever you want.”

 

“Haha, understood. I’ll also pass it on later when I see a subordinate as sharp and outstanding as myself.”

 

“Tsk, enough with the pointless talk. Read this thoroughly while traveling.”

 

Eden handed me a thick file, clearly intending to shut me up.

 

[Level 3 Secret, Handle with Care]

 

Warning text written in bright red on the cover.

 

It looked like something no one should open carelessly.

 

“Is it okay for me to read this?”

 

“Didn’t I tell you? Captain is now an official agent.”

 

Come to think of it, I can now access all Level 3 secrets.

 

“I forgot for a moment.”

 

Without hesitation, I ignored the red text and turned the page.

 

<Gork Mountains Anomaly Report>

 

The secret topic was indeed related to my assignment location.

 

‘Anomaly, huh.’

 

It looks like there’s some kind of problem again.

 

-Monsters have begun descending the mountains even though no territorial wars have occurred. Frequency has increased threefold compared to last year… Unlike before, numerous abnormalities have been detected in the behavior of descending monsters…

 

A detailed report explaining everything with various data and case studies.

 

To summarize, the monsters living in the Gork Mountains breed during summer and fall to increase their numbers, then wage war when food becomes scarce in winter.

 

‘Winners get food and territory, losers lose everything.’

 

Since there’s no unclaimed land in the mountains, those who lose their power end up coming down from the mountains to target humans.

 

And now the Imperial Army, specifically the 7th Corps, is in charge of subjugating them.

 

‘This much was what we learned at the Training Camp.’

 

The knowledge we learned through Spartan training at the Training Camp is proving quite useful.

 

‘Though there’s much more that’s useless.’

 

Anyway, the problem starts here – monsters are coming down even though territorial wars haven’t started yet.

 

“This seems like a pretty serious problem.”

 

“That’s right. If something goes wrong with the mountains and monsters start pouring out… I don’t even want to imagine it.”

 

Monsters from the mountains, Adits forces from the west.

 

A perfect destruction plan is drawn out.

 

“But why is this happening all of a sudden? It’s been quiet for hundreds of years.”

 

“Finding that out is Captain’s mission. Doesn’t it seem very interesting and fun?”

 

Investigate the monsters’ anomalous behavior.

 

That means I’ll have to directly face monsters, and in extreme cases, even enter the mountains.

 

‘Shit, this is literally telling me to go die.’

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