Chapter 32

There's no hint of a sexy development.

When I became a lord, I thought I would be free from unreasonable demands from my superiors... I had such a period too.

(No way, I don't want to open this seal.)

The envelope that arrived in the office was too grand. Written on it was a golden dragon surrounded by six-colored beads.

(The golden dragon can only be used by the royal family. Did I do something wrong?)

Unreasonable orders like confiscating the territory, conscription, or making something came to mind.

"A four-winged dragon, huh? It's probably someone who is a nephew or niece of the former king,"

According to Mr. Sunda, a gold dragon without wings is a crest that only the king can use, a one-winged dragon is a crest allowed only to the queen and legitimate children, a two-winged dragon is for the king's siblings and illegitimate children. The more distant the kinship, the more wings the dragon has. A silver dragon with six or more wings and a copper dragon change color... Even if you collect three silver dragons, you can't apply.

By the way, my grandfather's silver wolf is an original crest that was allowed due to various achievements. I wonder if I have to make a divine messenger my crest?

"If that's the case, there won't be any unreasonable demands."

I think it's at the level of wanting to stay at your castle because they want to see Boubel. I took a paper knife from the drawer, and Mr. Sunda slapped my hand.

"W-What are you doing?! This is a letter from the royal family. Since it's sealed with wax, you can open it by holding it to the fire. Using a knife on a letter from the royal family, Sunda is very sad."

Mr. Sunda wiped his eyes with a handkerchief. Recently, Mr. Sunda has been acting more and more like an old man.

"If you say to hold it to the fire, don't get it too close. If the crest burns, its value will plummet... It's apparently made of real gold."

According to Mr. Bolph, a letter from the royal family can be used as a reward for subordinates. In fact, there are families of knights who keep it as a family treasure.

"Seriously... So the content is... Seriously!! Is this guy an idiot!?"

"You, it's dangerous to call the royal family idiots... Wow, this is bad."

It's no wonder Mr. Bolph is stunned. To think there really is an idiot who would issue such an order...

"Build a brothel in Boubel? And the date and time to meet the brothel owner are even specified... Hauto Horizon? I've never heard of that name."

I've checked most of the royal family, but I've never heard of Hauto Horizon.

"That's the idiot son in red. He lost his right of succession because he played too much."

Apparently, Hauto lost his right of succession because he was drowned in alcohol and women. Hauto is said to like wearing bright red clothes, hence the nickname "idiot son in red."

"But it's not someone I can refuse."

I'm a new lord who has just started managing the territory, and as a vassal lord, I have almost no power.

"Hauto-sama's father is the current king's younger brother... So Hauto-sama is the king's nephew. I don't want to build a dirty brothel in Boubel, but it's better not to defy him."

"But that's strange. Hauto was supposed to be engaged to a noble daughter from a neighboring country."

Whether they have a fiancé or a spouse, a playboy will still play.

"Let's go to the designated brothel and talk to the owner first."

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The expensive colored glass street lamps cast a strange light on the dark night. The prostitutes standing at the street corners, bathed in primary colors, exude a seductive aura. I am in the pleasure district located in the eastern part of the capital, specifically in an area where brothels are densely packed. Hauto's designated brothel is supposed to be here.

"But, what a sight. Mr. Sunda would faint if he were here."

The ladies are all dressed in highly revealing and provocative outfits. If I brought Donga here, it would turn into a sea of blood. A sea of nosebleeds, but...

"They are just trying their best to catch customers."

The serious and upright Mr. Sunda hates brothels and the existence of the pleasure district. That's why today's companion is only Mr. Bolph, who has never been to the pleasure district except for work. Mr. Bolph considers prostitutes a valuable source of information. The wild and handsome Mr. Bolph is popular with prostitutes, but it's a bad idea to get close to just one... Let me say it. Die, handsome men.

"Provocative clothes are like spider webs. If you get caught, they'll suck your money dry."

Insects are discarded by spiders after their body fluids are sucked out, and customers are discarded by prostitutes after they run out of money.

"I can't sympathize with those who willingly get caught in the web. Who would want to play with a woman for money?"

Let me say it again... Die, handsome men. There are people who won't be treated unless they pay.

"This town was born because there is demand. They say sexual desire never disappears until you turn to ashes. While serious and upright love theories are important, it's suffocating to only have that."

"Do you want to go? If you lose your nose, don't come crying to me."

Mr. Bolph pinched my nose. Apparently, there are dangerous diseases in this world too. If brothels are allowed, proper prevention is necessary to avoid serious consequences.

"I won't go. Besides, if I go to a brothel while engaged, it will cause a big problem."

In the world of politics, scandals can be fatal, whether in this world or another. There's no need to fall into a trap on my own.

"Even though you're so hated, you care?"

"If I'm put on the defensive, it's not good."

Marina has Alan behind her. Eventually, my engagement to Marina will be dissolved, but I want to push the talks in a favorable direction. It's like a wife keeping records for a divorce.

"I wouldn't be angry. I would break off the engagement."

Don't underestimate the resilience of a Japanese salaryman. I endure daily insults and unfairness that make Marina's words seem cute.

"I can't take a child's words seriously. Besides, if I continue my engagement to Marina, I have a higher chance of meeting the hero. If I play my cards right, I can control the hero's actions."

In the game, George's personality was too bad and he was in conflict with the hero, but I think if I provide some support, he won't be an enemy. Rather, I want to use him to fight the demons by offering rewards.

"The hero... What will you do with him as an ally?"

"I realized something from seeing the dragon's breath up close. No matter how hard I try, I can't defeat high-level monsters or demons. But I am a lord. I have the duty to protect my people from danger. So I need to make someone who can win do it."

Most importantly, if I fall, Ami will be the successor. I don't want to involve my cute little sister in the dirty world of politics.

"If that's the case, isn't it okay to have some fun?"

"Men's jealousy runs deep. If you mess with another noble's favorite, it will cause trouble."

In fact, there have been nobles who fought duels over their favorite prostitutes. It's a pity for the parents of the loser.

"You are a lord. It's also your duty to leave an heir."

Mr. Bolph's suggestion to visit brothels is not wrong from a noble's perspective. In Orizon, bloodline is important, and nobles have the duty to leave descendants. If there is no successor, the territory will be confiscated, and the vassals will be left homeless.

"In my country, it's a monogamous system. Even if it's a duty, I can't bring myself to have relations with multiple women. Besides, I think the women chosen as concubines have important men in their lives. It would be unbearable to be taken away by power, even if they are heartbroken by a breakup."

I have a painful past where my ex-girlfriend, a nurse, went to a developing country as a medical volunteer and ended up with a Japanese doctor who also went as a volunteer. "You can be alone, but this person can't be without me. I like you, but I like him more." When she said that while crying, there was nothing I could do but give up.

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The place was definitely more luxurious than Boubel Castle. The carpet had long pile that buried my calves, and the walls were polished to a mirror-like finish.

(In a way, it's entertainment that provides a non-daily experience. The staff are scary, though.)

The staff didn't look like regular people. But even they seemed to be intimidated by Mr. Bolph.

"Welcome, Lord George, to Night Beans Moss. I am the owner, Hakkin Bopatch."

The man who greeted us was a middle-aged, slightly overweight man. Hakkin had several prostitutes behind him. I had no intention of playing, but it was sad to check out the ladies.

"I am George Akogi. I understand this is a business meeting."

"Yes, please lead Lord George to his room."

His attitude towards me, who was younger, was overly polite. If I ordered him, he might even lick my shoes.

"George, this is a business meeting. I only want to talk to Hakkin. No women are necessary."

It was a shame to turn down the offer, but from here on, it was time to negotiate. I had to reject the sweet temptations.

"Is that so? Business, meaning you will allow us to build a second Night Beans Moss in Boubel?"

"I will consider it positively. However, I have some conditions."

If I have to build it, I will set some conditions.

"You can use it for free, Lord George."

...For free. But it's frustrating to have to turn it down.

"That's not necessary. First, build a gate on the road leading to the brothel and collect a toll. For safety and to prevent negative influences on children, this is non-negotiable. How about a toll of 3,000 stones?"

The toll is important, but the main purpose is to check who comes and goes.

"I understand. Can we give the customers a pass from our establishment? We don't want to burden the customers."

By "burden," he definitely means he will include it in the price.

"Next, thoroughly implement contraception and disease prevention. Also, pay attention to the health of the prostitutes and give them two days off per week."

The impact of the prostitutes' gossip network is significant. If word spreads that Boubel is the worst, it would be disastrous.

"I understand... Is there anything else?"

"Have the prostitutes gather information from their customers. Any rumors or news will do."

As I left the pleasure district, I saw a familiar face.

(Is that Cain? He's hanging out with some bad guys.)

The guys around Cain were older delinquents. It seems that delinquents gather near the pleasure district in this world too.