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――It seems the military has been busy lately.
The planet with the military academy also has a re-education and retraining facility, which has been operating at full capacity for several years.
Not only on this planet, but most of the facilities in the empire are in a similar situation.
Among the cadets, there are rumors that there might be a large-scale operation.
I am currently in my sixth year, the highest grade, at the military academy.
I gave some pocket money to Tia, who graduated earlier, to form a patrol fleet, and I'm curious if it's going well.
I'm looking forward to seeing how large a fleet she can form, but to be honest, the amount of money is so large that I don't even know how much it is.
I don't use it often, and it just keeps accumulating, so I left it all to her.
"――It's increased again."
A portion of the tax revenue from my territory goes into my pocket, but the amount is so large that it makes me dizzy.
The amount that increases is much more than what I use, so it's completely meaningless.
As a corrupt lord, it's not good that I can't think of ways to spend money these days.
While I'm thinking about this, the carefree Wallace talks to me.
"Reiam, give me some pocket money."
"I just gave you some last week, didn't I?"
"With that amount, I spent it all treating my juniors when I went out."
Seeing Wallace proudly boasting about playing outside, I get angry.
He breaks curfew and drinks with his juniors.
――With my money!
"Why do I have to provide you with money to play?"
"Because you're my patron. Wait, please don't raise your fist! Stop, stop!"
I stand up and punch Wallace, who covers his head with both hands.
"You don't have to get so angry."
"You're the only one having fun, and it makes me frustrated."
"Reiam, you should go out and have fun too."
"If I could, I would!"
――I want to have fun too, but the incident with Peter still haunts me, and I can't enjoy myself.
What kind of disease makes your penis explode?
It's like a fantasy disease, or a virus that works too hard and is scary.
Even a corrupt lord is afraid of diseases.
"Exploding crotch is just terrifying."
When I reveal my true feelings, Wallace laughs.
"Reiam and Kurt didn't play since elementary school either. Here, they do STD tests, and if you're unlucky, it just explodes."
"It's still exploding!"
Incidentally, during my six years at the academy, two cadets have exploded.
Is this a small number or a large number?
If there's even a slight possibility, I prioritize safety and don't play.
However, I want to play as a corrupt lord.
"You don't have to go all the way. Just drinking with women can be fun."
"――Yeah, you're right."
I don't find drinking places very interesting, but if I think about wasting money, it might not be a bad option?
Spending the money that my subjects have worked hard to earn on my own leisure.
――It's truly wonderful.
This is what a corrupt lord is.
But, to be honest, I'm not interested.
While I'm thinking about this, Wallace asks me about my plans after graduation.
"By the way, Reiam, where will you go for training after graduating from the academy?"
"The capital planet. It seems that nobles like me do miscellaneous tasks there."
If you're born into a noble family, your training destination is naturally a popular department.
Wallace, who is a royal, is the same.
"What about me?"
"You'll be with me."
"Is this because it's easier to set us together?"
"――Maybe."
When Wallace hears that he will return to the capital planet, he seems excited.
And I think about Kurt, who isn't here.
"Can't you meet Kurt, who is at the university?"
"I think we can play on weekends, but he's probably busy too."
"No, you should invite him. Kurt said he would really cry if he was separated from Reiam."
Hearing this, I remember Kurt crying at the graduation ceremony of the elementary school.
He's a dramatic guy.
"Should I invite him?"
"You should. If you don't, Kurt will really be sad. Oh, by the way, isn't Rosetta in the capital planet now?"
Hearing about Rosetta, I feel a bit heavy.
I don't know how to approach her.
"Should I invite her?"
"――Why are you hesitating? She's your fiancée, right?"
Hearing this from Wallace, I start to worry about my life in the capital planet.
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Meanwhile.
In the palace of the capital planet, Rosetta is educating the newly arrived etiquette apprentices as a senior.
She is teaching them the right mindset.
"As etiquette apprentices, you are not allowed to be spoiled. You are forbidden to act arrogantly towards other servants based on your family's influence."
The newly arrived girls, who are more nervous, respond.
"Yes."
"――Good. I will do my best to help you learn as much as possible here."
When educating junior apprentices, you need to have a high evaluation at work.
If not, you won't be able to take on juniors and will remain in a training position.
The girls who used to mock Rosetta looked regretful.
After dismissing the juniors, Cattleya approaches.
The regretful girls disappear, and Cattleya praises Rosetta.
"You've changed a lot since you first came here."
Hearing this, Rosetta bows and thanks her.
"Thanks to your guidance, Cattleya-sama."
"That's true, but it's also your ability. Be more proud."
She had worked harder than anyone else and was now recognized as a maid.
Rosetta, who had always worked hard in a harsh environment, wouldn't break down easily.
Cattleya was thinking about the girls who had run away.
"I wish they could learn from you."
Although they had come as etiquette apprentices, their evaluations were not high.
Rosetta doesn't say anything about them.
Seeing this, Cattleya smiles.
"――You've grown. You have one year left, but I will entrust the guidance of the juniors to you. Show me what you can do, Rosetta."
"Yes."
"Also, I have a message from the old lady. Lord Banfield will be assigned to the capital planet for military training next year."
"My darling! I mean, excuse me."
Cattleya chuckles.
"You two seem to have a good relationship. I heard he will spend two years here, and during this period, male seniors often teach them bad habits. Rosetta, you should be careful too."
"Lord Reiam wouldn't engage in such play—"
"Men who can't relax tend to hold things in. Even serious people often make mistakes, so you should keep a firm grip. However, don't be too strict."
Given Reiam's position, it wouldn't be unusual for him to have several concubines.
Considering the situation of the Banfield family, it would be problematic if he didn't have any.
If Reiam were to fall ill, the heir would be a distant relative or even the previous generation.
This is unacceptable according to Tenjo and Brian.
Selena also agrees, and the Banfield family is seeking Reiam's descendants.
"――I understand."
"You don't seem convinced. I understand your feelings, but normally, after fulfilling their duties, they are free to do as they please."
Many noble daughters enjoy free love after giving birth to an heir.
Reiam's grandmother and mother have built families with their chosen partners after fulfilling their duties.
However, for Rosetta, who loves Reiam, such talk is irrelevant.
"I will only be with Lord Reiam."
"Your dedication is admirable."
Cattleya says this and returns to her work.
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In a high-end hotel in the capital planet.
Construction is being rushed.
Thomas is observing the situation, and the manager is explaining the interior changes.
"We are working as fast as we can, but it won't be ready by next year."
This is a historic high-end hotel in the capital planet, but it has declined recently for a certain reason.
"Even if some parts are not ready, as long as they are not visible to Lord Reiam, it's fine. How is the staff training going?"
When Thomas found this hotel, it was almost deserted and questionable if it was even in business.
"We are calling back former employees, but we lack experienced staff."
"Please gather them quickly. After Lord Reiam graduates from the academy, this place will be his base of operations."
The manager is serious.
"Yes."
His strong response shows his determination not to miss this opportunity.
This hotel didn't decline because it caused problems; it was because a drunk customer was expelled, and that person was a high-ranking noble who put pressure on the hotel.
If you make an enemy of a noble, even a popular hotel can quickly go out of business.
However, if you make a noble your ally, you can easily recover.
The manager asks Thomas for confirmation.
"By the way, regarding the staff who will take care of Lord Reiam, is it really okay to select them based on ability alone? Wouldn't it be better to consider their appearance?"
To have people around who can be touched if you like them.
The manager says this, but Thomas shakes his head.
"Lord Reiam doesn't even touch the servants in his own mansion. It's not about his preferences; he is very strict with himself. It would be better to have capable staff who can do their jobs well."
In Thomas's mind, Reiam is a noble of high integrity.
The manager bows his head.
"――I have seen many nobles in the capital planet, but Lord Reiam is a fine person."
"Although he has a somewhat rough manner of speaking, he is a compassionate person. He is merciless to his enemies but tolerant otherwise. Manager, unnecessary concern is not needed. If you do your job, Lord Reiam will evaluate you."
The manager straightens his back and raises his head.
"Understood."
Preparations for Reiam's arrival in the capital planet are underway.
Thomas is relieved that he can secure a place for Reiam to live when a subordinate rushes over.
"Chairman!"
"What is it?"
"Th-the! The merchants of the capital planet are requesting a meeting with the chairman!"
"――What? Names?"
It's unusual for merchants from the capital planet to seek a meeting with Thomas, who does business in the countryside.
Normally, Thomas would be the one to visit them.
"The chairman of the Clave Trading Company, Elliot, and the executive of the Newlands Trading Company, Patrice, want to meet the chairman and talk."
Thomas's eyes widen.
"Both are big shots."
The Clave Trading Company is an imperial supplier and one of the largest merchants in the empire.
The Newlands Trading Company has its headquarters in the capital planet but conducts business across the country.
Both are much larger than Thomas's Humphrey Trading Company.
It's like a store owner who runs a few shops in the countryside being approached by the CEO or executive of a nationwide company.
The manager is also flustered.
Both are that famous.
"What's their purpose?"
Since he can't refuse the meeting, Thomas decides to meet them immediately.
Brian (´・ω・) "――"
Brian (´；ω：) "――I am happy to see Lady Rosetta's growth."