Reincarnated as an Aristocrat with an Appraisal Skill Chapter 222

Published at 13th of June 2023 11:16:12 AM

CHAPTER 222: BANDITS

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　Canale Castle.

　Today was the day for the regular gathering of the vassals for a meeting.

“I think it’s time to resume the search for new recruits, is there any problem?” (Ars)

　I immediately suggested.

“Yes, I think that will be no problem. We still have time to hire new people. Canale’s population is beginning to grow, and the number of jobs is also increasing. We could use the manpower.” (Ritsu)

　Ritsu immediately agreed.

“Can you send new people to my place too? Lamberk has been getting more and more people lately, and it’s getting more and more troublesome.” (Mireille)

　Mireille added.

“I thought Mireille was leaving some of the territory management matters to other people?” (Ars)

“No, no, but recently the number of troubles has increased and I have to do a lot of things myself. So, I need one good guy who can take care of everything quickly and easily.” (Mireille)

　Speaking of which, I feel like the intervals of her visiting Canale Castle have decreased recently, but is that why?

“…Well, there’s no problem for me to dispatch a few people.” (Ars)

“No, Lord Ars. Mireille just wants to enjoy herself. Now that Lamberk is needing more work. You can’t just leave it to anyone. It is strange that she has been slacking off until now. If Mireille worked and still had difficulties running the county, that would be a different story.”

　What Ritsu said was complete truth.

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“Kuh, if the workload continues to increase, it might get tougher, so we need to get new people ready for when that happens…” (Mireille)

“If it gets tough, please tell me again at the next meeting.” (Ars)

“Well, come to think of it… it might be tough to run the territory when I’m here, so I need someone immediately.” (Mireille)

“Don’t tell painfully obvious lies.” (Ritsu)

　Mireille has an unsightly tenacity, but Ritsu coldly cuts off Mireille’s request.

“P-Please, boy! I won’t be able to drink alcohol comfortably at this rate!” (Mireille)

　Perhaps defiant, Mireille spoke out her true feelings.

“…Let’s put off sending new talents to Mireille later.” (Ars)

　When I declared this, Mireille looked shocked.

“Hmm, if this happens, I Well, if this happens, I guess we’ll have to give the guys in Lamberk a thorough squeeze…” (Mireille)

　Mireille muttered something disturbing.

“Please keep it in moderation… So, do you have any other reports?” (Ars)

　I said, trying to change the subject.

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“Then I’ll go first…” (Ritsu)

　Ritsu begins his report.

“There have been a few reports of some troublesome bandits entering Canale County recently. We need to deal with them as soon as possible.” (Ritsu)

“Troublesome bandits?” (Ars)

“Yes, milord. They are mainly composed of former soldiers of the Sights army, and each one of them is different from a group of amateur bandits. Their numbers are also large. If you underestimate them, there is a high possibility that you will get hurt, so I think you need to have a proper team to take them down.” (Ritsu)

　Basically, if a bandit causes a problem in the territory, a unit is often dispatched immediately to deal with it. I don’t bother to put it on the agenda at a meeting like this, but the fact that Ritsu mentioned it must be a large number of bandits.

　The fact that there are so many of them means that the leader of the bandits is likely to be more capable than any simpleton. It would certainly be a bad idea to underestimate them.

　We cannot leave such a dangerous group of people unattended for a long time.

　We must exterminate them as soon as possible.

　It would be appropriate to let Mireille, Ritsu, and other powerful people lead a reasonably large number of soldiers to deal with them…

　No, wait…

　I check the meeting room to see if Bramham is there.

　He usually announces that he is going to exterminate them before anyone else does, but he was listening to us with a quiet look on his face.

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　Braham has grown up a lot thanks to his serious study these days.

　But it is still not enough. Although his tactics and Strategy have improved, his Command has not grown as much as it should. I guess Command does not grow unless you have not only knowledge but also practice in actual battles.

　I feel that the current Braham is in his growth period, so I think it is better to have him actively gain experience in actual battles.

　The number of elite troops has increased considerably, and I would like to test them to see how good they are.

“I’d like to leave it to Braham to take down the bandits, what do you think?” (Ars)

“””Huh?””” (Vassals)

　The vassals were surprised at my words and said so.

　Braham himself was also surprised.

“Um… Lord Ars, why Braham?” (Ritsu)

　Ritsu asked with a look of bewilderment.

“Braham has grown up a lot lately, and even though they are a troublesome opponent, they should be able to beat them. I’d like to see what his elite squad can do.” (Ars)

“But… it would be better for me or Mireille to lead the troops…” (Ritsu)

“Ritsu is busy, right? Mireille seems to have a lot of work on her plate these days.” (Ars)

“Yes! I’m not going to let you add more work to my plate!” (Mireille)

　Mireille is about to be put in charge of subjugating bandits, and she refuses with all her might.

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“Isn’t it fine? I think the current Braham can do it you know. Well then, we should let him.” (Ars)

“That’s true…” (Ritsu)

　Ritsu did not argue, had seen the credibility regarding my abilities.

“Wait a minute, sir! Are you really okay with me!?” (Braham)

　Braham hurriedly said so as I was looking very decided.

　Up until now, he had used rough language, but his tone has changed to a slightly more polite one.

“Do you not want to do it?” (Ars)

“No, it’s not like that…” (Braham)

　Braham looks as if he is unsure.

　This was a strange reaction for a man who was basically confident in his abilities.

　After all, he must have had a major change of heart.

　Braham was silent for a few seconds, and then, with a look of determination,

“Understood. Please leave the bandit subjugation to me!” (Braham)

　He declared.

Chapter end