I Inherited a Beautiful Wife and a Territory - Chapter 65

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Inheriting a Beautiful Wife and Estate Episode 065

65. Anti-Elimis Alliance

The Elimis Family.

Known as the illegitimate child of a Duke from the mainland, and thus rumored to be under the Duke’s protection.

But such things didn’t matter.

Like Ballard Baron, most nobles of the Yusta Peninsula didn’t fear the Duke.

‘That gentleman wouldn’t lay a hand on this peninsula for the sake of one illegitimate child.’

So paradoxically, those who worried about the Duke were the great lords of the Yusta Peninsula, like the Platys Family or the Serpal Family.

Unless you were at that level, the Duke wasn’t particularly frightening.

But now, instead of being a distant Duke’s illegitimate child, he had become the adopted son of a nearby Count.

From this point, the story changed.

“…To think that he, who had already grown by swallowing up the Ballard Domain, would become an adopted son of the Platys Family of all things.”

Neighboring domains were already watching Cliff’s every move.

Cliff had grown that much as a powerful figure.

The Berkheim Domain was not pleased with this development.

Above all, Belgur, a retainer of Berkheim Baron, was inciting Berkheim Baron from the sidelines.

“Due to the nature of his domain, roads are blocked in winter so it won’t be a problem. But from next year, there’s a high probability he’ll attempt full-scale expansion.”

“Expansion? Are you saying he’ll wage war with other domains?”

“He is a young man. Since he already conquered the Ballard Baron’s family without damage, there’s a strong possibility he’ll try to grow his family through the same means.”

Belgur’s words made Berkheim Baron anxious.

“Then what should we do? Our domain is actually smaller than the Ballard Family. We can’t fight and win against the Elimis Family that made the Ballard Family submit without damage!”

Berkheim Baron couldn’t be called capable even as empty flattery.

His face was filled with nothing but worry.

“Don’t worry about that. If you just give permission, I and Lord Walter will make the Elimis Family collapse on their own.”

“Do so. Is there anything I can help with?”

“You just need to give permission, my lord. We’ll handle everything ourselves.”

After finishing his words, Belgur left the lord’s presence and met with another person.

From then on, things began to move.

First, they used the Reton Mercenary Company to divert the Elimis Domain’s attention in that direction.

‘We need to target this place.’

It was the Berkheim Family targeting Jaide.

Normally, they wouldn’t have committed acts in Berkheim Domain to hide that they were the perpetrators.

‘But this time is different.’

This incident had to happen in Berkheim Baron’s territory.

Even if the Elimis Family discovered their goal, they wouldn’t be able to send troops to Berkheim Family land.

‘And time-wise, it would already be too late.’

The Reton Mercenary Company would cause chaos and tie up Elimis Baron’s army.

But Belgur knew the limitations of the Yusta Peninsula domains. Namely, economic power.

The army wasn’t important.

‘Even if we just cut off those supplies, the Elimis Domain will be in danger!’

Of course, he might point to them as the culprits. So they worked hard during winter.

This wasn’t something to be done alone.

The Renheim Baron’s family.

A family adjacent to the Berkheim Baron’s family.

And while the Berkheim Family was just a colorless, odorless family with no particular characteristics, the Renheim Family actively engaged in mercenary business.

There was a saying that all the domain residents there were soldiers. And when wars broke out or escort services were needed, they would dispatch those mercenaries.

It was a family with five knights.

Belgur drew in that Renheim Family.

And the operation point was the border region between the Renheim and Berkheim families.

“All the spoils we gain from attacking them will be ours.”

At the Renheim Knight’s words, Belgur nodded without hesitation.

“Let it be so.”

Though he was greedy, Belgur didn’t show it.

To draw in the Renheim Family, a price was necessary. The goods Jaide was transporting were worth enough as compensation.

“However… if we end up fighting the Elimis Domain over this matter later, then the Renheim Family must lend us strength.”

“We’ll gladly do so. Isn’t trust the most important part of doing this kind of work?”

At the Renheim Knight’s words, Belgur nodded repeatedly.

‘This should work.’

Besides the Renheim Family, Belgur drew in one more family.

Three families had united for the so-called ‘Anti-Elimis Alliance.’

“Right now, the Platys Family has sent their children to study in the Capital City, moving part of the family’s forces. The remaining forces will be too busy dealing with goblins, so there should be no intervention.”

Platice Count didn’t grant Cliff the manor for no reason.

As he sent the Count’s knights to the Capital City, he intended to fill the resulting power vacuum with the Elimis Family.

So just as he had sent three knights to the former Ballard Baron, the possibility of dispatching knights to the Elimis Family was low.

‘Then we win.’

Belgur had this conviction.

The three-family alliance was that reliable. Moreover, the Serpal Family, who disliked the growing influence of Platice Count’s family, was secretly supporting them.

“All the strong mercenaries around here are soldiers of either Serpal or the main family. We’ll show them why such rumors spread.”

The operation began.

The Renheim Knight prepared his soldiers. And he too drew his sword, preparing to charge in.

Belgur left the situation here to him and departed.

“Sir Mons. I hear there are women among the targets too.”

“Hehe. Don’t delay thinking you’ll have too much fun. Strike quickly and enjoy the women back at the domain’s military camp.”

“Yes!”

“And more important than the women are the wagons over there and the cargo inside them. Don’t forget.”

The fact that Serpal was helping them.

This included information about Jaide. They had been informed in advance about how much cargo Jaide was carrying in his wagons.

‘This amount of goods exceeds two or three months’ budget for our domain.’

The knight called Mons’s eyes gleamed.

The targets were approaching.

“Now!”

Mons drew his sword and shouted.

Normally, they would have first shot arrows with crossbows or bows, then attacked.

But Mons and the soldiers didn’t take such action.

‘If we do that and a stray arrow hits a woman or livestock, it’s a loss.’

Both women and livestock were precious assets.

Especially if the livestock pulling the wagons died, it would be difficult to pull the wagons back to their military camp.

“Bandits!”

“Block them!”

Jaide’s merchant group also had escorts.

First, the four Beast Warriors that Cliff had assigned.

Their bodies were soon covered with fur.

And the mercenaries Jaide had hired.

Clang.

“I was bored, so this works out well! Employer, get inside the wagon!”

“Where do these bandits think they’re going!”

At first, those mercenaries came forward confidently. But soon the mercenaries’ expressions changed.

‘These bastards…’

‘They’re not just ordinary bandits!’

They were too strong to be called bandits.

Still, under normal circumstances, the trading guild’s guards would have easily won.

Roar!

Growl!

There were four strong beast warriors here.

They were stronger than Renheim’s soldiers. But the problem was that Renheim’s side also had someone stronger than them.

“Captain!”

One of Renheim’s soldiers shouted.

It was a call for Mons.

“Tsk. I didn’t expect it to be easy, but who would have thought there’d be four beastfolk. It would have been a disaster if I hadn’t come.”

Six of his subordinates had already fallen.

Until then, Mons had only been watching. He was making his own assessment.

Whether he could defeat the beastfolk if he stepped forward now or not.

‘It’ll be a bit dangerous, but… it’ll be thrilling.’

And he made his judgment.

He could win.

Having made that judgment, Mons stepped forward. He spun his specialty spear and charged at the beastfolk.

“Gasp!”

“A strong one!”

The beastfolk were surprised.

They exchanged glances and scattered around Mons – front, back, left, and right.

“Troublesome.”

Mons frowned.

Beastfolk coordinated their group attacks better than humans. They knew exactly when to advance and when to retreat, making things dangerous for their opponent.

The beastfolk’s tactics that could defeat enemies several times stronger.

‘If it weren’t me, I might have been in trouble.’

But all of that was useless before overwhelming power.

Mons grinned and moved his aura.

Aura flowing along his arm to his spear, then beginning to cover the blade.

“…!”

The beastfolk surrounding him tensed at the phenomenon he displayed.

The opponent wasn’t just a simple knight but already at the level of an expert.

“Come at me, beasts. I’ll pierce through all your bodies.”

Mons provoked the beastfolk.

The provoked beastfolk bared their teeth. But they couldn’t easily charge at Mons.

“Hmph.”

Mons, watching this, snorted.

Soon he leisurely surveyed his surroundings. The mercenaries guarding the trading guild also just watched after seeing Mons’s skill.

They figured there was no chance of winning if they fought.

Jaide also glanced outside the carriage and noticed the unfolding situation.

‘Ah.’

He sighed inwardly.

Being clever, he realized that these bandits were not ordinary.

‘These people… they’re not just after our wealth but even targeting the Elimis Family behind it. I must somehow convey this fact to the lord…’

That there were enemies currently targeting the estate.

At least that fact had to be conveyed to Cliff.

But the unfolding situation made even that seem difficult.

If there was a way, it was one thing.

“Everyone leave this place! Abandon the cargo and go to Elimis Domain! You must convey what you’ve seen here to Elimis Domain, to our lord!”

Jaide commanded.

“Everyone scatter!”

Jaide shouted desperately.

“Mercenaries, you go too! The contract details have changed! Please convey our news to Elimis Domain!”

Jaide thought this was the best option.

Mons’s eyes widened.

“That, that…!”

It was a rationally correct judgment.

But even if one made that judgment, it was difficult to execute.

Death was right before their eyes. In such circumstances, it’s human psychology to grasp at any straw, yet he was telling all the guards to scatter.

“Stop them! Don’t let them escape!”

Mons shouted.

And Mons immediately moved as well. The beastfolk who had scattered in all directions faster than him.

They seemed to be trying to shake off Mons and were more agile than him.

‘Damn!’

If the beastfolk had chosen to fight it would be one thing, but if they chose to flee, it was hard to catch up with human legs.

Mons pulled his spear back.

He too made the best judgment he could at the moment.

“Die!”

Whoooosh.

The spear that left his hand cut through the wind and flew at a terrifying speed.

The spear throw with all his might was definitely faster than a beastfolk running at full speed.

Thud. Thunk.

“Graaah!”

The beastfolk seemed to notice it too, twisting their body and swatting at the spear.

The thrown spear was shot so fast that even the quick-reacting beastfolk couldn’t dodge it.

They barely deflected it, avoiding vital spots, but the beastfolk’s leg was pierced by the spear.

‘With this I can kill this one… huh?’

Mons was about to finish them off or chase the other escaped beastfolk.

But he was confused.

A black shadow stood beside the beastfolk. An existence that wasn’t there before.

Chill.

Mons got goosebumps from the sudden black shadow.

“…Who are you?”

An opponent that looked like a shadow had risen.

The opponent said nothing. They just took something from their chest, put it to their mouth, and blew.

Shrill whistle.

“…!”

A sharp sound rang out.

At that moment, Mons’s heart became urgent. He quickly lunged at the suspicious figure sending signals.

But it was already too late.

Clang.

Mons drew his backup weapon, the sword at his waist, and tried to slash immediately.

But his sword was blocked.

It wasn’t the first shadow. It was a different shadow.

‘Two!’

Two.

No, it was three.

A third shadow appeared behind Mons.

Only then did Mons realize their identity.

‘Dark elves!’

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