1 00:00:00,560 --> 00:00:02,980 The Holy Kingdom? 2 00:00:02,980 --> 00:00:06,110 Yeah. Their representative visited the Kingdom. 3 00:00:06,480 --> 00:00:10,990 I originally wanted to discuss some countermeasures with them. 4 00:00:11,340 --> 00:00:15,950 But you strongly insisted we should stand by our foreign policy... 5 00:00:16,270 --> 00:00:19,690 You were the one who decided not to meet with them, Brother. 6 00:00:19,690 --> 00:00:21,530 You said there was nothing you could do 7 00:00:21,530 --> 00:00:25,000 to help against an enemy like Jaldabaoth, who wasn't even human. 8 00:00:25,760 --> 00:00:27,750 Don't glare, my sister. 9 00:00:27,750 --> 00:00:30,820 I'm just realizing that all this work has accumulated 10 00:00:30,820 --> 00:00:34,010 because of the little problems we couldn't respond to immediately. 11 00:00:34,320 --> 00:00:39,510 The Holy Kingdom asked the Sorcerer Kingdom for help since we refused their request for aid. 12 00:00:39,800 --> 00:00:42,250 In the end, the Sorcerer Kingdom defeated Jaldabaoth 13 00:00:42,250 --> 00:00:44,760 and even sent an enormous amount of relief supplies. 14 00:00:45,250 --> 00:00:47,520 The reputation of the Sorcerer Kingdom only continues to grow. 15 00:00:47,520 --> 00:00:52,000 But didn't you give them permission to travel through the Kingdom to deliver those supplies? 16 00:00:52,000 --> 00:00:54,500 How could I refuse? 17 00:00:55,530 --> 00:00:58,480 We requested the right to impose import taxes and charge fees 18 00:00:58,480 --> 00:01:00,880 for use of our merchants and warehouses. 19 00:01:00,880 --> 00:01:04,910 The Sorcerer Kingdom accepted every request without any resistance. 20 00:01:05,200 --> 00:01:08,900 They even said they were willing to sell some of their wares within our country, too. 21 00:01:08,900 --> 00:01:11,100 They're so generous, it's disturbing. 22 00:01:12,130 --> 00:01:14,720 You're thinking too negatively, Brother. 23 00:01:15,020 --> 00:01:18,350 No, I'm sure this is another one of their plots. 24 00:01:18,350 --> 00:01:21,600 Hasn't the Empire already become a vassal state due to their ploys? 25 00:01:22,030 --> 00:01:26,600 Then why don't we just pledge to become a vassal state ourselves? 26 00:01:26,600 --> 00:01:31,270 Hah! Maybe if we could control our nobles like the Empire. 27 00:01:31,270 --> 00:01:34,990 The first thing that would happen if I did that would be a rebellion. 28 00:01:34,990 --> 00:01:37,490 That wouldn't happen. 29 00:01:37,490 --> 00:01:38,490 Hmph. 30 00:01:38,970 --> 00:01:40,700 She's not serious, 31 00:01:40,700 --> 00:01:44,370 but it looks like she'd go along with it if I foolishly agreed... 32 00:01:45,190 --> 00:01:48,440 If only Elias would come back to my side... 33 00:01:48,440 --> 00:01:53,790 It would be difficult to bring Marquis Raeven back to the royal capital. 34 00:01:56,150 --> 00:02:00,810 I've heard that his will was crushed by the war with the Empire. 35 00:02:01,800 --> 00:02:05,810 More importantly, when will you ascend to the throne, Brother? 36 00:02:06,640 --> 00:02:10,690 I'd like you to fulfill your promise to me soon. 37 00:02:12,060 --> 00:02:15,070 Father is trying to find the right time to pass me the throne. 38 00:02:15,070 --> 00:02:18,450 Your wish will come true soon. 39 00:02:18,800 --> 00:02:21,600 Thank you very much, Brother. 40 00:02:28,460 --> 00:02:30,710 Why won't things go my way? 41 00:02:32,160 --> 00:02:34,340 Oh, Baron Montserrat. 42 00:02:35,590 --> 00:02:39,950 Baron Delvi. Baron Rokerlen. 43 00:04:21,680 --> 00:04:24,850 To our faction's great leader, Baron Philip. 44 00:04:24,850 --> 00:04:26,860 Cheers! 45 00:04:27,310 --> 00:04:28,270 Oops! 46 00:04:28,540 --> 00:04:30,140 No worries. 47 00:04:30,140 --> 00:04:32,510 By the way, something seems to be worrying you lately. 48 00:04:32,510 --> 00:04:33,760 Is everything all right? 49 00:04:34,910 --> 00:04:39,610 Everyone around me has been so useless that they've been dragging me down! 50 00:04:39,610 --> 00:04:41,220 The commoners in my domain 51 00:04:41,220 --> 00:04:45,920 don't listen to me, the new head of the prestigious Montserrat family, at all! 52 00:04:47,220 --> 00:04:51,160 We'd be rolling in money if they only listened to my words! 53 00:04:51,160 --> 00:04:54,840 They're making no effort to raise the cash crops I told them to raise! 54 00:04:54,840 --> 00:04:56,740 All they can do is give me excuses, 55 00:04:56,740 --> 00:04:59,680 like they're not sure if the crops can be grown in this climate 56 00:04:59,680 --> 00:05:00,980 or that they don't have the manpower! 57 00:05:00,980 --> 00:05:02,860 I see. I see. 58 00:05:02,860 --> 00:05:09,930 It's natural to get angry at those far more ignorant than yourself. 59 00:05:09,930 --> 00:05:10,960 Right? 60 00:05:10,960 --> 00:05:11,980 Exactly right. 61 00:05:12,420 --> 00:05:14,600 You understand! 62 00:05:14,600 --> 00:05:18,320 There are too many people in the world that smother those with talent! 63 00:05:18,320 --> 00:05:23,720 However, you have a wonderful backer that believes in your talent! 64 00:05:23,720 --> 00:05:25,500 Oh, Hilma? 65 00:05:25,500 --> 00:05:28,700 Yes. I'm so jealous of you! 66 00:05:28,700 --> 00:05:31,460 She's created the perfect gathering place for your faction, 67 00:05:31,460 --> 00:05:33,040 without asking for anything in return. 68 00:05:33,040 --> 00:05:36,170 No, no. It's not my faction alone— 69 00:05:36,170 --> 00:05:40,280 Well, I plan to do away with the outdated method of prioritizing people 70 00:05:40,280 --> 00:05:42,320 just because of status and age. 71 00:05:42,320 --> 00:05:44,760 Oh, how reassuring! 72 00:05:44,760 --> 00:05:45,640 Right? 73 00:05:45,640 --> 00:05:46,890 Exactly right. 74 00:05:47,470 --> 00:05:51,420 Lord Philip, I hear that you're close to the Sorcerer Kingdom's prime minister. 75 00:05:51,420 --> 00:05:54,900 Yes. I've kept in contact with Lady Albedo through our letters. 76 00:05:56,400 --> 00:05:58,780 So you know of the situation? 77 00:06:00,170 --> 00:06:03,410 It seems the Sorcerer Kingdom is producing an enormous amount of food, 78 00:06:03,410 --> 00:06:05,640 an amount comparable to our own kingdom. 79 00:06:05,640 --> 00:06:09,580 Aren't they a small kingdom with E-Rantel as their only city? 80 00:06:09,580 --> 00:06:16,670 Well, I've heard they use the undead to tirelessly cultivate a large amount of farmland. 81 00:06:16,670 --> 00:06:17,590 The undead? 82 00:06:17,930 --> 00:06:19,560 How creepy. 83 00:06:19,560 --> 00:06:23,460 On top of that, they're sending that food as aid to the Holy Kingdom. 84 00:06:23,460 --> 00:06:24,750 I'm sure of it, 85 00:06:24,750 --> 00:06:28,870 since a lot of carts from the Sorcerer Kingdom have been traveling through my land. 86 00:06:28,870 --> 00:06:30,600 Through your lands, Lord Vianney? 87 00:06:30,910 --> 00:06:34,780 The warehouses throughout the kingdom are being packed with food 88 00:06:34,780 --> 00:06:38,360 and that food can be sold within the Kingdom for a cheap price. 89 00:06:38,360 --> 00:06:40,440 What's that?! How unfair! 90 00:06:40,440 --> 00:06:42,620 Lord Philip, please keep your voice down. 91 00:06:44,480 --> 00:06:49,000 That'll greatly affect the price of the crops being grown in my territory! 92 00:06:49,000 --> 00:06:50,870 As expected of Lord Philip! 93 00:06:50,870 --> 00:06:53,250 You instantly understand our current worries. 94 00:06:54,790 --> 00:06:57,260 We have to do something about this... 95 00:06:57,710 --> 00:07:02,260 So, we need to have the Sorcerer Kingdom lower their production of food crops? 96 00:07:04,310 --> 00:07:05,620 That's right. 97 00:07:05,620 --> 00:07:08,000 I can bring down the hammer of justice on the Sorcerer Kingdom 98 00:07:08,000 --> 00:07:11,510 while reaping benefits for my domain and my kingdom! Three birds with one stone! 99 00:07:11,510 --> 00:07:14,270 No, it's the perfect plan! 100 00:07:15,520 --> 00:07:18,030 Do the two of you have a bit of time? 101 00:07:18,360 --> 00:07:20,800 There's something that may interest you... 102 00:07:22,680 --> 00:07:26,390 We've been conquering territories at a good pace. 103 00:07:28,610 --> 00:07:29,370 But... 104 00:07:33,810 --> 00:07:36,200 We really lack the manpower. 105 00:07:36,200 --> 00:07:40,640 It would be outrageous of me to ask the Supreme One for help... 106 00:07:42,890 --> 00:07:46,510 Problems Encountered During Transport of Aid to the Holy Kingdom 107 00:07:43,840 --> 00:07:47,740 A report on problems encountered during the transport of aid to the Holy Kingdom? 108 00:07:51,840 --> 00:07:52,520 Huh? 109 00:08:02,000 --> 00:08:02,990 I understand we're doing this 110 00:08:02,990 --> 00:08:05,450 to show the public that I have a good relationship with Momon, 111 00:08:05,450 --> 00:08:08,700 but the silence is really stifling... 112 00:08:09,320 --> 00:08:12,960 But there isn't really anything I want to talk to Pandora's Actor about. 113 00:08:13,610 --> 00:08:15,250 Um, Miss Nabe. 114 00:08:15,250 --> 00:08:15,880 Yes. 115 00:08:15,880 --> 00:08:17,400 Well, let's see... 116 00:08:17,400 --> 00:08:20,940 Have you visited the orphanage that was suggested by Yuri at all? 117 00:08:20,940 --> 00:08:22,220 No, not yet... 118 00:08:22,220 --> 00:08:24,220 Then, should we stop by? 119 00:08:24,220 --> 00:08:24,970 Yes! 120 00:08:26,170 --> 00:08:27,410 Lord Ains. 121 00:08:27,410 --> 00:08:28,920 What is it, Entoma? 122 00:08:28,920 --> 00:08:30,820 I'm very sorry for the interruption. 123 00:08:30,820 --> 00:08:34,930 Lady Albedo is requesting your return to the Great Tomb of Nazarick as soon as possible. 124 00:08:34,930 --> 00:08:35,560 Huh? 125 00:08:37,680 --> 00:08:42,990 Lord Ains. I have gathered all the floor guardians before you. 126 00:08:43,220 --> 00:08:43,980 Yes. 127 00:08:44,480 --> 00:08:47,170 Good work. Raise your heads. 128 00:08:47,170 --> 00:08:47,970 Yes! 129 00:08:49,830 --> 00:08:54,500 So, Albedo, tell me why you've gathered everyone here. 130 00:08:54,790 --> 00:08:55,380 Yes. 131 00:08:56,280 --> 00:08:57,510 Four days ago, 132 00:08:57,510 --> 00:09:02,300 the food we sent to the Holy Kingdom was stolen while being transported through the Kingdom. 133 00:09:02,700 --> 00:09:04,800 Oh? And the culprit? 134 00:09:05,680 --> 00:09:08,260 A noble of the Kingdom. 135 00:09:09,260 --> 00:09:14,640 That noble used his subordinates to attack our carriage and robbed our goods by force. 136 00:09:14,640 --> 00:09:16,870 If I remember correctly, weren't the transporting merchants 137 00:09:16,870 --> 00:09:19,500 prepared by the Eight Fingers? 138 00:09:19,980 --> 00:09:23,250 Their carriages carry the flags of the Sorcerer Kingdom. 139 00:09:24,060 --> 00:09:29,390 In other words, the Kingdom decided to directly attack the Sorcerer Kingdom? 140 00:09:29,390 --> 00:09:32,830 Oh, or perhaps the Eight Fingers have betrayed us? 141 00:09:32,830 --> 00:09:34,610 No, that's... 142 00:09:35,030 --> 00:09:37,090 Hm? What's wrong, Albedo? 143 00:09:38,800 --> 00:09:40,150 What's going on? 144 00:09:40,150 --> 00:09:42,960 Isn't this the attitude of an employee that has to 145 00:09:42,960 --> 00:09:45,550 tell her boss that he's made a terrible mistake? 146 00:09:45,550 --> 00:09:49,080 I don't remember any of the nobles from the Kingdom, though... 147 00:09:49,080 --> 00:09:50,800 Did I do something? 148 00:09:51,150 --> 00:09:55,480 Albedo, don't hold back. Tell me. 149 00:09:55,480 --> 00:09:57,310 Yes, Lord Ains. 150 00:09:57,310 --> 00:10:03,680 I believe you remember our plans to use a foolish noble to take control of the Kingdom. 151 00:10:03,680 --> 00:10:06,820 Yes, the one you've been sending letters to... 152 00:10:06,820 --> 00:10:09,380 Only for the sake of our plans! 153 00:10:09,380 --> 00:10:11,580 N-No, excuse me. 154 00:10:11,900 --> 00:10:15,710 That fool of a noble is the one who orchestrated the robbery. 155 00:10:15,710 --> 00:10:21,280 Of course, as you said, there's a chance that this was a ploy by the Kingdom... 156 00:10:21,280 --> 00:10:25,420 Hm. I'm sure you've already checked to see if that was the case. 157 00:10:25,760 --> 00:10:28,480 Yes. I have a witness. 158 00:10:30,000 --> 00:10:33,370 This is the one responsible for managing that witless noble. 159 00:10:35,720 --> 00:10:36,430 Who is that? 160 00:10:36,640 --> 00:10:41,440 I-I-It's good to see Your Majesty the Sorcerer King in good health! 161 00:10:42,400 --> 00:10:45,440 Woman, I allow you to state your name. 162 00:10:45,680 --> 00:10:49,320 My name is Hilma Cygnaeus, Your Majesty! 163 00:10:49,320 --> 00:10:52,200 Oh, I vaguely remember the name. 164 00:10:52,200 --> 00:10:55,390 I-I didn't know anything! It's true! 165 00:10:55,390 --> 00:10:58,900 I would never do something that went against your wishes! 166 00:10:58,900 --> 00:11:01,020 I have nothing to do with this! 167 00:11:02,130 --> 00:11:07,340 Yes. First, I will confirm if your words are true. 168 00:11:09,930 --> 00:11:10,980 Dominate. 169 00:11:13,870 --> 00:11:17,970 Were you involved with the robbery orchestrated by the nobles? 170 00:11:18,200 --> 00:11:19,350 I was not! 171 00:11:19,690 --> 00:11:22,560 Have you ever been told you have multiple personalities? 172 00:11:22,560 --> 00:11:23,610 I have not! 173 00:11:23,890 --> 00:11:27,780 Hm. Do you have any feelings of hostility against us? 174 00:11:27,780 --> 00:11:30,110 Not at all! Not even a little bit! No! 175 00:11:30,110 --> 00:11:31,640 I see. 176 00:11:31,640 --> 00:11:35,530 Even if your actions may have indirectly triggered this result, 177 00:11:35,530 --> 00:11:39,000 it would be unfair to blame you for the crime. 178 00:11:39,000 --> 00:11:41,870 Cygnaeus is innocent. 179 00:11:42,140 --> 00:11:43,750 Lord Ains! 180 00:11:44,060 --> 00:11:47,380 A superior should take responsibility for the mistakes of their subordinates! 181 00:11:47,380 --> 00:11:51,090 Allow me to say this! I never thought he would do something so outrageous! 182 00:11:51,090 --> 00:11:53,880 I warned him so many times! I had so many people watching him! 183 00:11:53,880 --> 00:12:00,100 A superior should be responsible for the mistakes of their subordinates. I also agree. 184 00:12:00,100 --> 00:12:05,710 However, those words should be used by a superior to protect their subordinates. 185 00:12:05,710 --> 00:12:08,730 It shouldn't be used by another to force the responsibility on someone below them. 186 00:12:09,000 --> 00:12:11,240 Albedo, let me ask you this... 187 00:12:11,240 --> 00:12:13,990 Who is responsible for taking care of Cygnaeus? 188 00:12:14,560 --> 00:12:17,490 That would be me. 189 00:12:17,890 --> 00:12:25,750 Yes. Then, as your master, should not I be the one ultimately held responsible? 190 00:12:25,750 --> 00:12:31,260 N-N-Not at all! There's no way that you would be at fault, Lord Ains! 191 00:12:32,120 --> 00:12:37,480 Cygnaeus, prepare some new countermeasures and present them to Albedo. 192 00:12:37,480 --> 00:12:39,220 That will be your punishment. 193 00:12:39,220 --> 00:12:39,890 Yes! 194 00:12:40,790 --> 00:12:42,980 That is my final decision. 195 00:12:47,480 --> 00:12:48,950 Hilma! 196 00:12:48,950 --> 00:12:49,730 Are you okay?! 197 00:12:49,730 --> 00:12:51,120 I have some fruit liquor! 198 00:12:51,120 --> 00:12:52,500 Do you need to cleanse your mouth? 199 00:12:52,500 --> 00:12:54,110 The others are coming as quick as they can! 200 00:12:54,450 --> 00:12:56,620 I've made all of you worry. 201 00:12:56,840 --> 00:12:58,000 It's okay. 202 00:12:58,000 --> 00:12:59,870 They didn't use that on me. 203 00:13:00,640 --> 00:13:01,880 R-Really?! 204 00:13:01,880 --> 00:13:05,770 I met His Majesty, the Sorcerer King. 205 00:13:05,770 --> 00:13:07,130 The Sorcerer King... 206 00:13:08,320 --> 00:13:11,880 His Majesty was a very reasonable person. 207 00:13:14,150 --> 00:13:18,280 I was able to return without any serious punishment because of him. 208 00:13:18,280 --> 00:13:20,000 His Majesty the Sorcerer King... 209 00:13:20,000 --> 00:13:22,770 He really is suitable for the position of king. 210 00:13:22,770 --> 00:13:25,480 Hilma, that's the carrot and the stick. 211 00:13:25,480 --> 00:13:27,040 Yes, you're right. 212 00:13:27,040 --> 00:13:31,400 I've done the same thing to others myself, so I understand that. 213 00:13:31,400 --> 00:13:32,290 But... 214 00:13:33,160 --> 00:13:38,910 I never realized how sweet the candy was, until I experienced the pain of the whip. 215 00:13:39,840 --> 00:13:43,660 I felt like I could trust His Majesty. 216 00:13:43,660 --> 00:13:47,670 No, I wanted to trust him with all my heart. 217 00:13:47,950 --> 00:13:49,000 I see. 218 00:13:49,000 --> 00:13:52,190 It seems we need to show him our unwavering loyalty as best we can. 219 00:13:52,190 --> 00:13:56,890 Yes, we need to work harder for the Sorcerer King! 220 00:13:58,570 --> 00:14:03,520 Now, surely you didn't just call me back to deal with her? 221 00:14:03,520 --> 00:14:05,640 Yes. You are correct. 222 00:14:06,010 --> 00:14:10,950 I thought we would have to make a drastic change of plans 223 00:14:10,950 --> 00:14:15,650 if someone was using the fool of a noble for their own agenda. 224 00:14:15,650 --> 00:14:19,340 I decided it would be best to ask for your opinion, Lord Ains. 225 00:14:19,340 --> 00:14:20,110 Hm. 226 00:14:20,780 --> 00:14:26,160 How much have you explained about the "carrot and stick" plan to Aura and the others? 227 00:14:26,160 --> 00:14:28,420 I haven't delved into much detail. 228 00:14:28,420 --> 00:14:31,260 Then share the information with everyone here. 229 00:14:31,260 --> 00:14:32,920 I want to hear about it, too. 230 00:14:32,920 --> 00:14:34,510 Understood. 231 00:14:34,510 --> 00:14:36,960 Everyone should feel free to voice their opinions. 232 00:14:36,960 --> 00:14:37,670 Yes. 233 00:14:38,480 --> 00:14:42,260 Operation Carrot and Stick, named by Lord Ains, 234 00:14:42,260 --> 00:14:45,680 explains our plans to take over the Kingdom in its very name. 235 00:14:46,030 --> 00:14:52,940 We planned to incite a civil war and peacefully absorb the citizens of the Kingdom. 236 00:14:52,940 --> 00:14:57,320 Well, this idea was originally suggested by a certain individual from the Kingdom. 237 00:14:57,320 --> 00:15:02,280 It was a wonderful idea that didn't require many modifications. 238 00:15:02,280 --> 00:15:06,620 The key to this plan was supposed to be the foolish noble who caused the current problem... 239 00:15:06,620 --> 00:15:10,080 Huh? What's the problem? Aren't things going according to plan? 240 00:15:10,080 --> 00:15:10,880 Excuse me! 241 00:15:10,880 --> 00:15:12,420 What is it, Shalltear? 242 00:15:12,420 --> 00:15:14,750 What, exactly, is the problem? 243 00:15:15,070 --> 00:15:19,630 Didn't the little fool start the needed trouble without any effort on our part? 244 00:15:19,910 --> 00:15:21,890 Good job asking, Shalltear! 245 00:15:21,890 --> 00:15:26,330 The people's dissatisfaction with the current Kingdom was supposed to incite a rebellion. 246 00:15:26,330 --> 00:15:29,390 I can't believe the nobles decided to challenge the Sorcerer Kingdom instead... 247 00:15:29,720 --> 00:15:33,400 There's a chance that this is the plot of a schemer that surpasses our own expectations. 248 00:15:33,640 --> 00:15:38,010 If we move carelessly, we may play straight into the hands of an unknown enemy. 249 00:15:38,010 --> 00:15:40,990 Would a genius like that really suddenly appear? 250 00:15:40,990 --> 00:15:41,910 More importantly... 251 00:15:42,300 --> 00:15:45,780 Are you sure that noble didn't move thoughtlessly on his own? 252 00:15:45,780 --> 00:15:49,760 Lord Ains, I believe that even an idiot couldn't possibly move that thoughtlessly... 253 00:15:49,760 --> 00:15:51,670 No. Wait, Albedo. 254 00:15:52,200 --> 00:15:55,970 We can only think of countermeasures against an intellectual, 255 00:15:55,970 --> 00:15:58,730 but Lord Ains can even understand the minds of the asinine. 256 00:15:59,800 --> 00:16:02,060 That could really be a possibility... 257 00:16:02,060 --> 00:16:05,470 No, perhaps it's the more probable truth? 258 00:16:05,470 --> 00:16:09,470 B-But, to be that stupid! Is it possible?! 259 00:16:09,470 --> 00:16:13,410 Since Lord Ains says so, it's got to be. 260 00:16:13,410 --> 00:16:15,360 I-I also agree. 261 00:16:15,650 --> 00:16:19,340 There is no greater plotter than Lord Ains. 262 00:16:19,340 --> 00:16:22,580 Why did you use such a stupid noble in the first place? 263 00:16:22,580 --> 00:16:25,490 Could a smarter one not have been used? 264 00:16:25,760 --> 00:16:27,100 That's not true. 265 00:16:27,100 --> 00:16:31,250 We have a few capable nobles that have already come to our side, even now. 266 00:16:31,570 --> 00:16:34,750 But we have decided to gather all the useless nobles in a faction, 267 00:16:35,250 --> 00:16:38,000 so it will be easier to get rid of them at a later time. 268 00:16:38,340 --> 00:16:40,380 That is a good plan. 269 00:16:40,730 --> 00:16:44,130 Now, how should we respond to this matter? 270 00:16:45,010 --> 00:16:46,640 These people destroyed the carriages 271 00:16:46,640 --> 00:16:50,270 displaying the Sorcerer Kingdom's flags, which represent Lord Ains. 272 00:16:50,270 --> 00:16:52,770 What punishment is appropriate? 273 00:16:52,770 --> 00:16:54,520 Shouldn't we kill them? 274 00:16:54,520 --> 00:16:55,020 Huh? 275 00:16:55,020 --> 00:16:57,810 I-I agree with my sister. 276 00:16:58,120 --> 00:16:59,070 What? 277 00:16:59,070 --> 00:17:01,720 So we just kill the ones directly involved in the robbery? 278 00:17:01,720 --> 00:17:03,320 No. 279 00:17:03,320 --> 00:17:05,170 Their master is also guilty. 280 00:17:05,170 --> 00:17:07,950 The entire kingdom should be punished! 281 00:17:07,950 --> 00:17:09,330 That's right. 282 00:17:09,330 --> 00:17:10,860 What?! 283 00:17:11,380 --> 00:17:13,210 I also agree. 284 00:17:13,920 --> 00:17:15,080 However... 285 00:17:15,530 --> 00:17:18,130 Lord Ains once said... 286 00:17:18,980 --> 00:17:23,530 "While it is easy to rule with violence, you make many enemies along the way." 287 00:17:23,530 --> 00:17:28,340 "A desolate kingdom would sully the name of Ains Ooal Gown." 288 00:17:28,670 --> 00:17:32,850 Y-You remember my words well, Demiurge. 289 00:17:32,850 --> 00:17:34,800 Oh, I remember them, as well! 290 00:17:34,800 --> 00:17:36,450 I also remember, Lord Ains! 291 00:17:36,450 --> 00:17:37,270 M-Me, too... 292 00:17:37,680 --> 00:17:40,520 Yes. Yes. I'm thankful for all of you. 293 00:17:40,840 --> 00:17:44,900 I wish to take Lord Ains' words into consideration, 294 00:17:44,900 --> 00:17:48,280 but we cannot give them too light of a punishment. 295 00:17:48,520 --> 00:17:50,940 We will have to temporarily stop or completely abandon this plan. 296 00:17:50,940 --> 00:17:54,520 At the very least, some heavy adjustments will be necessary. 297 00:17:54,520 --> 00:17:55,290 I see. 298 00:17:55,780 --> 00:18:00,290 Is it really okay to change our plans so drastically just because of what I said? 299 00:18:00,760 --> 00:18:04,800 Demiurge, has this plan truly failed? 300 00:18:06,980 --> 00:18:07,780 No way! 301 00:18:07,780 --> 00:18:10,550 No, it would be possible for Lord Ains! 302 00:18:12,370 --> 00:18:16,470 Lord Ains, you must have brought the Empire under your control 303 00:18:16,470 --> 00:18:19,690 to use the "carrot and stick" on an international level! 304 00:18:19,690 --> 00:18:20,440 Huh?! 305 00:18:26,140 --> 00:18:27,200 That's right. 306 00:18:28,400 --> 00:18:29,950 Thank you very much. 307 00:18:30,300 --> 00:18:33,880 Since I've received permission from Lord Ains, 308 00:18:33,880 --> 00:18:36,870 let's give the Kingdom a more devastating punishment. 309 00:18:36,870 --> 00:18:37,620 Huh? 310 00:18:37,920 --> 00:18:43,830 Lord Ains gave the Empire, who quickly pledged themselves to us, the carrot. 311 00:18:43,830 --> 00:18:49,260 So, the foolish Kingdom who went against us should receive the stick. 312 00:18:49,260 --> 00:18:51,590 These two countries will be used to set an example! 313 00:18:51,590 --> 00:18:54,510 We will ask everyone in the world whether they want the carrot or the stick. 314 00:18:54,860 --> 00:18:57,770 This is quite exciting, Lord Ains. 315 00:18:59,280 --> 00:19:00,270 Yeah. 316 00:19:00,270 --> 00:19:02,720 Whaaat?! 317 00:19:04,890 --> 00:19:07,400 We will now start the royal court meeting. 318 00:19:08,010 --> 00:19:12,690 We've gathered here today to discuss the letter we received from the Sorcerer Kingdom. 319 00:19:14,500 --> 00:19:20,040 "The people of the Kingdom used force to seize the food supplies sent to the Holy Kingdom." 320 00:19:20,040 --> 00:19:23,280 "The Sorcerer Kingdom considers this action as" 321 00:19:23,280 --> 00:19:26,300 "blatant hostility and is willing to declare war if necessary." 322 00:19:27,370 --> 00:19:32,530 The Sorcerer Kingdom, Baharuth Empire, Dragon Kingdom, and Dwarf Kingdom 323 00:19:32,530 --> 00:19:36,080 have all pressed their seals on this letter in agreement. 324 00:19:36,080 --> 00:19:41,000 The seals of the Holy Kingdom and the equally powerful one called Faceless, 325 00:19:41,000 --> 00:19:42,010 Faceless? 326 00:19:41,000 --> 00:19:43,810 who controls the temples, are also present. 327 00:19:42,010 --> 00:19:43,810 I've never heard of the person. 328 00:19:43,810 --> 00:19:49,050 Zanac, is it possible that this matter was caused by the meddling of a third party, 329 00:19:49,050 --> 00:19:51,960 in order to destroy our relationship with the Sorcerer Kingdom? 330 00:19:51,960 --> 00:19:54,560 There is a possibility that someone's hand was involved, 331 00:19:54,560 --> 00:19:58,950 but this result is ultimately the fault of the Kingdom. 332 00:19:59,550 --> 00:20:01,750 How much have you investigated? 333 00:20:01,750 --> 00:20:05,080 Actually, we've already confirmed the culprit behind this. 334 00:20:07,950 --> 00:20:11,470 Baron Philip Dayton L'Eyre Montserrat is responsible. 335 00:20:11,680 --> 00:20:12,850 Montserrat? 336 00:20:12,850 --> 00:20:13,970 Have you heard of him before? 337 00:20:14,360 --> 00:20:19,240 I still can't imagine a noble of our kingdom doing something so stupid. 338 00:20:19,240 --> 00:20:22,300 Isn't this a ploy of the Sorcerer Kingdom? 339 00:20:22,300 --> 00:20:26,730 I agree. Perhaps he was afflicted with Charm Person and forced to do it? 340 00:20:27,080 --> 00:20:27,670 True. 341 00:20:27,670 --> 00:20:28,460 That must be it. 342 00:20:28,360 --> 00:20:32,280 If that's the case, it's likely he would be silenced. 343 00:20:32,280 --> 00:20:36,240 We'll have to summon that baron here as soon as possible. 344 00:20:36,240 --> 00:20:40,870 Father, should we use his head to begin our negotiations with the Sorcerer Kingdom? 345 00:20:41,210 --> 00:20:42,620 What are you saying?! 346 00:20:44,330 --> 00:20:45,390 Father. 347 00:20:46,240 --> 00:20:49,800 We shouldn't fight against the Sorcerer Kingdom. 348 00:20:50,130 --> 00:20:54,430 You don't mind sacrificing the life of an innocent noble to accomplish that? 349 00:20:54,840 --> 00:20:58,680 My son, is that something a future king should say? 350 00:20:59,000 --> 00:21:00,370 I know. 351 00:21:00,370 --> 00:21:04,340 However, you witnessed the tragedy of the Katze Plains with your own eyes. 352 00:21:05,230 --> 00:21:10,020 Even after that, do you still plan to fight against the Sorcerer Kingdom? 353 00:21:11,280 --> 00:21:13,120 I'm against it. 354 00:21:13,120 --> 00:21:17,250 Many may call this decision weak and cowardly, 355 00:21:17,250 --> 00:21:21,040 but I strongly believe we should avoid fighting the Sorcerer Kingdom, 356 00:21:21,680 --> 00:21:24,290 even if it means offering the life of an innocent noble. 357 00:21:26,090 --> 00:21:31,940 Your Majesty, I understand Prince Zanac's strong desire to protect our people. 358 00:21:31,940 --> 00:21:37,550 Why don't we submit ourselves as a vassal state like the Baharuth Empire? 359 00:21:37,550 --> 00:21:38,560 What are you saying?! 360 00:21:38,560 --> 00:21:39,640 Have you no honor?! 361 00:21:39,640 --> 00:21:40,200 Impossible! 362 00:21:40,200 --> 00:21:41,890 Minister of Interior Affairs, what are you saying?! 363 00:21:41,890 --> 00:21:44,900 That is the one thing we cannot do. 364 00:21:45,400 --> 00:21:51,440 It would be an insult to all the lives lost while protecting this kingdom. 365 00:21:51,760 --> 00:21:55,180 My apologies, Count. Thank you for your suggestion. 366 00:21:55,180 --> 00:21:57,280 Not at all. 367 00:21:59,120 --> 00:22:03,610 Zanac, I have a good idea. 368 00:22:03,610 --> 00:22:05,220 A good idea? 369 00:22:12,520 --> 00:22:14,960 A herald of the Sorcerer Kingdom has arrived. 370 00:22:14,960 --> 00:22:18,680 Prime Minister Albedo will soon arrive in the royal capital! 371 00:22:21,240 --> 00:22:24,930 I will meet her. Prepare the throne room immediately. 372 00:23:12,280 --> 00:23:14,860 It's been a long time, Lady Albedo. 373 00:23:14,860 --> 00:23:18,240 Yes it has, Your Highness. 374 00:23:18,240 --> 00:23:21,740 What brings you here today? 375 00:23:21,740 --> 00:23:26,810 Well, this is in regards to the matter of the goods for the Holy Kingdom 376 00:23:26,810 --> 00:23:28,750 being stolen by a noble of your kingdom. 377 00:23:28,750 --> 00:23:31,340 I see. That matter. 378 00:23:32,020 --> 00:23:37,660 First, I would like to apologize for the actions of that citizen. 379 00:23:42,160 --> 00:23:42,970 And... 380 00:23:44,290 --> 00:23:48,750 is it possible to gain forgiveness with my head alone?