The royal family comes to the Prime Minister's room: ....... In the history of 800 years, this was the first time such a rare event had occurred.
Normally, if there was something to do, the Prime Minister, Madril, could be summoned. But even Madeline herself did not understand the reason why she had come all the way to his room.
He immediately left his seat and moved to the door. As if waiting for him, his men opened the door.
"Hm."
His Imperial Highness Mr. OHAN enters the room, shaking his head from side to side. Right behind him, His Imperial Highness Prince Clahara entered the room with a cold smile on his face. Then, from behind him, another person entered the room. Madolyn looked at the face and a startled expression appeared on her face.
A small woman with silver hair and a beaming smile followed behind Orhan and Kulhara.
...... Mama Juliet.
She was the woman in charge of the back palace of the Lamarong Empire and is also known as the "Shadow Emperor". She served the late Empress Dowager Lacis from her youth and was deeply trusted by her. Because of this, she was trusted by the Emperor who had just passed away, and she was also entrusted with the responsibility of educating the two princesses Auhan and Clahara, so she was known as a person with hidden power who could be white even if she was black.
It is rare for her to appear in public as a director of the rear court. Madolyn imagines in her mind what her intention is in coming here.
Their Highnesses Ohan and Kulhara stopped side by side in front of Madeline's desk. Juliette is standing right behind them. From Madeline's point of view, it looks as if Juliette is leading Ohan and Kulhara. In fact, it was clear that the old woman's answer would be the answer to their highnesses' question. In that sense, she was, in a sense, the king of the kingdom.
"Prime Minister, I apologize for suddenly barging in on you at a time when you are busy with your business."
Juliette opens her mouth with a friendly smile. Madeline curses the vixen in her mind, but replies in a calm manner.
"What a waste of time ....... I am so sorry that Your Highnesses Ochan and Kulhara have come to visit us in such a disgusting place, Madolyn.
"Hohoho. His Highness Prince Ohan and His Highness Prince Kulhara have been lamenting the fact that the Prime Minister has not come, despite our repeated requests. Since the time of His Majesty's arrival, I have also repeatedly requested time for His Majesty's visit, but he has been putting it off on the grounds that he is busy. I suggested to His Highness that we visit the Prime Minister in person, and we agreed that we would visit him as soon as possible.
"I see. I am deeply sorry to have caused you and Juliette this inconvenience because of my poor Madeline.
......You say "His Highness", but actually the subject of that word is you, Juliette.
Madeline was annoyed in her heart, but her expression was apologetic. Juliette continues to look at him with a soft smile.
"Let's get straight to the point. I'm talking about the next emperor.
"Yes. I know that you have many thoughts on the matter, but as it is Your Majesty's will, I ask for your understanding in this matter."
"I am aware of that. Neither His Highness nor I, nor any of the citizens of the Kingdom of Ramallon, including the royal retainers, have the slightest intention of disobeying Your Majesty's will."
"Ha."
"However, I heard that Falco-sama, who has been nominated as the next emperor, will not come to this kingdom until he comes of age. Is this true?
"Yes. That is what Agartha has told me.
"Agartha is our sovereign nation. The king of Agartha says so. We have no choice but to obey. I'm sure the Prime Minister is also having a hard time.
Thank you very much. We will continue to do our best.
"Mom, you're getting off on the wrong track."
His Highness Clahara glances at Juliette with an exasperated expression on his face. She put her hands over her mouth and looked at Juliette with wide-open eyes.
"Oh, what have I done! I have chatted needlessly in the presence of His Highness the Emperor. It's a bad thing when you get old.
She straightens her posture and turns to Madeline again.
"In the eight hundred years of the Lamaronian Empire, there has never been a time when the emperor has not been in the capital except in time of war. Moreover, it will be more than ten years before Falco comes to the capital. ....... Isn't it unusual to be without an emperor for more than ten years?
"Yes. You are right, but at any rate, His Majesty's last will and testament is ......."
"The point is, we should have Falco-sama ascend to the throne as the next emperor, right?"
"Yes, sir, as you say. ......"
How about His Highness Ohan and His Highness Clahara, who are here, acting for the emperor while Falco is away?"
"What about ......?"
His Highness Prince Clahara and His Highness Prince Ohan will each serve as acting emperor for seven years. Then all possible problems in the kingdom will be solved. Then the palace will do its utmost to support the Prime Minister. And we will see to it that everything is prepared to welcome Falco-sama.
...... was a mouthful. Of course, he said that until Falco entered the kingdom, Orhan and his highness Clahara would serve as acting emperors. Their accession to the throne will not solve any problems. They are not good friends. It is obvious that the one who ascends the throne first will try to crush the other faction. And this will further disturb the country.
Perhaps Juliette intends to hold the reins of these two high lords well. And she is confident that she can handle the reins. But this story is not only about these two princesses and Juliette. It will involve the nobles and the military who will benefit from them. His Highness does not have the skill to control the desires of the nobles.
Madolyn smiled softly and bowed reverently.
"Thank you, my lord. I had not thought of that. I see. The nobles and the military will be relieved if the two of you take turns as acting emperor.
Clahara nodded with a satisfied expression at Madeline's words.
"Mm. You are indeed the Prime Minister. Take immediate action.
"Ha. I will immediately inform King Agartha of Your Highness' intentions."
"King Agartha?"
Yes. Agartha is the suzerain state of our empire. We have received your permission to appoint the next emperor. This time, His Highness Orhan and His Highness Clahara will serve as Acting Emperors until Falco's coronation. I will report this good idea to the King of Agartha for his approval.
"Wait ....... Does King Agartha approve of this story?"
I don't know about that.
Vizier! You are ......."
Orhan's face is flushed bright red. Juliet, sensing this, steps forward between the two high lords and steps in front of Madeline.
"What I have just told you will work best for our country. Please make sure you do.
Ha-ha-ha. I'll do my best, sir."
Juliette took one look at Madeline and left the room, accompanied by the two princes.
"I think I see a tail. ......"
Madolyn muttered in a small voice and slowly made her way to her desk and sat down in her chair. He glances in the wrong direction. There was a sharp light in his eyes. .......