Book 5: Chapter 37
The Duke’s words were short and too abstract from the common sense I knew. Despite being an undisputed existence in the Kruvan Holy Kingdom, the Holy King had to conduct all political matters with the Six Great Dukes. Thanks to the existence of the First Altar the Holy Kingdom was prosperous and wealthy, but on the other hand, a tremendous number of immigrants flowed in from other countries. The rising population caused rapid increase in various problems, various factions, various forces, etc.
Among them, the “Holy Blue” of the Holy King was particularly special, and that was also the authority of Duke Grenjido. He absolutely loved all his children, who also possess the “Holy Blue”.
「I think it’s true that my judgement as the Holy King grew blunt due to the love for my children. I had to sacrifice Kluvshrat, but I couldn’t… I felt relieved when Louis of House Rozier raised his hand to be the substitute.」
I guessed that Louis was trying to look good in front of the young lady. If it wasn’t for the “Magic Eye of Inspire”, Louis wouldn’t have dared to question the Holy King.
But I think it was all just one misfortune which led to another misfortune.
I believed so. So it would be meaningless to tell Duke Grenjido about the magic eyes.
「I……」Duke Grenjido muttered, looking up at the sky dyed by the evening glow. Madder red clouds hung in the sky, making you feel the arrival of autumn. The night breeze felt cool.
「…Your Excellency.」
Dante-san, who had been silent until then, called out.