Book 9 Chapter 1 Carrying out Plans
Days passed, and our preparations steadily progressed.
Suzette came back from the central and told us about the results of our previous strategies.
Thankfully, everything is going smoothly, so we are now approaching our final stages.
We immediately called everyone to assemble together and discuss how we will move on that day.
This will probably be the last time we’ll all get together for a strategy meeting.
Similar to the last time, the same members are all present.
First of them was Irene, the mayor of this city.
Second was Edith, the Queen’s daughter.
Julie, the Dark Elf.
Suzette, the parliament official.
Annette, who knows the movements of the major faction.
And lastly, Mio, the daughter of the ambassador of the country of Kyou.
“A week later, a government assembly will be held. During the assembly, due to the number of people in the room, the Queen’s security will be thin at best.”
Suzette gave the opening. Then, Irene takes over.
“This is where we are going to pursue the minister from the minority.”
“Yes. However, for ‘some reason,’ someone leaked out that there will be some kind of movement against the major faction, which is why this time, all security will be focused on protecting the assembly, rather than protecting the Queen.”
“But that’s what we’re trying to do all along.”
“To think you were able to utilize their movements for our benefits. Pretty clever, Miss Suzette.”
Mio, who had been passively cooperating with our plans, praised the parliament official. However,
“And? Who will go to the Queen? It’s impossible to approach her with a large number of people.”
“As for that, we had prepared an ‘informal’ audience. In other words,”
“……Trespassing?”
“Well, not really, at least not until we’re found out.”
Suzette explained in a bit of an indirect way, but Julie summed it up.
“Though I agree, that also means we have to narrow down the numbers even more.”
“Right. So that means we can’t all go together.”
Annette nodded as she looked around while Irene fell into her thoughts once more. Meanwhile, I also turned my gaze at the girls to help them sort this out.
After a bit of a pause, Irene spoke up.
Well then, as the mayor of this city, I, Irene, will decide on behalf of everyone. For my picks, besides I, the city’s representative, and Edith, her daughter……Tomo, you’ll be going with us as well.”
When Irene mentioned my name, none of them gave an objection.
It’s a proof that they all believe in my capabilities now.
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“…… However, we also need someone familiar with the central.”
Julie, the next one to speak, looked at Suzette and Annette.
There, Annette, in a reserved voice.
“With only four people, you can sneak into the castle, right?”
“Yes, at least that’s what we are planning to do.”
Asked Suzette, her co-candidate for going to the central.
“Though I said that the security is going to be thin, of course, there will be a certain number of guards that will remain.”
“That’s what I thought as well. Though the numbers will lessen due to the event, those that will remain will still be enough to cover all sides.”
Suzette gave an advanced warning about the security. Annette nodded in assent. But what surprised us is what she said next.
“Would it be of any help if I showed up at the assembly?”
“A testimony from a relative of the minister? That would bring a lot of confusion for the assembly. Well, for certain, it will be a lot of help for the minority faction, but……”
Suzette, who opened her mouth to speak on behalf of the group, turned to Annette, who suddenly spoke up, with concern. True, her act will undoubtedly increase the security at the assembly, but that also means that the danger it will pose to her would be much, much greater.
But the ex-wife of the minister still insisted, saying she’ll jump in the middle of it for the cause.
“Wow, that’s a lot of guts. You sure you can handle that alone?”
Mio smiled as she teased Annette, but upon seeing the determination in the latter’s eyes, what she spoke next surprised us even more.
“If that’s what you plan to do, then let me help. I’m tired of sneaking around and hiding my face. It’s time we spook the people of this country of the real ugly.”
Mio gave her assent as she paid attention to the whole thing.
The country of Kyou is an essential partner in this country. In the case of her entrance to the central, she could press the person responsible for it out of the window right away.
What’s even more threatening is that she’s a state guest. Once she gets into the parliament, they won’t be able to openly mistreat her, no matter how extreme their disgust had on her.
“To sum it up, If Annette and Mio were to go into the parliament and pursue the minister’s faults, the assembly would be more confused, and the Queen’s security would be even thinner.”
“……it should. That way, less danger to sneak.”
Julie supplemented with a nod.
“So it’s settled then of who’s going and who’s not? I will go with Lady Irene and the others.”
“Then, the ones that will go to see the Queen are Irene, Edith, Suzette and I-”
I looked around at everyone’s faces then continued.
“-while Annette and Mio will be the ones to go into the assembly and create a diversion. Isn’t that right?”
“yes, that’s right.”
Suzette gave her affirmation.
Now that we had decided the strategy, tension runs over us again.
After all, we will intend to disrupt a government assembly and, at the same time, sneak to the castle to appeal directly to the Queen.
No matter what we do, all of it was never safe.
“Of course, we’ve made preparations, so it is expected that it will give us an easier time sneaking in. However, I still can’t guarantee that it’s 100% safe. Still better than squirming from place to place like a rat, though.”
We took a breather at Suzette’s reassuring words.
“Still, we have to do it. All to get the city the recognition it deserves.”
Irene declared with emphasis.
After all, it is the root of all why we are working so hard.
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At all costs, we must succeed in getting an audience with the Queen and have this city of Blossom recognized.
“It will succeed. For Lady Irene’s sake, for everyone’s sake, and for my and my own mother as well.”
Edith vowed to us.
We renewed our own resolve.
It’s now or never.
Just a breath more.
The people who were driven out of their homes because of the severe discrimination in their appearance.
Until the government recognizes this city as a place where we can leave properly, they will never be safe.
After we defeat the major faction, no more people will be mistreated for their looks.
We have all worked so hard just to reach this point.
And all will be decided in a week.
Will this city be recognized, or will it be disposed?
I couldn’t help but feel the anxiety and the tension crushing my soul.
But all of it is the same for all of us.
So I focused myself and try not to show any anxious look on my face.
“ Then, let’s see each other in a week. It’s not over yet, everyone, but it’s just one more step. Let’s do our best. ”
Everyone gave a firm nod at Irene’s words.
“Well, then. Lady Annette. Shall we contact the attendees and get ourselves ready?”
“Yes, with pleasure.”
Mio and Annette got up from their seats.
I waved to see them off.
“Julie, take care of the city.”
“……Nn, okay.”
Julie nodded to Irene, then she left as well.
I got up from my seat and left the conference room.
