The Exiled Count Acquired the Space Fortress of a Super Advanced Civilization - CH 41

Imperial City.

There are several cities that call themselves that, but only one planetary system calls itself the Imperial Capital.

Originally, it was just a nation that ruled over a region of the planet. However, they were blessed with the fortuitous opportunity to acquire the remains of a ship-building capability, which led to the creation of a vast interstellar empire.

The current imperial capital is spread widely over the gravitational equilibrium point of the planetary system.

It consisted of space facilities of various sizes, some connected by pillar-like structures, others independent. Many of them were square.

The Glory of Black and Silver was about to make contact with a large oval-shaped facility in the L1 space area of the Imperial Capital. According to the information I had received beforehand, the oval-shaped facility was the location of the palace and other central institutions of the Empire.

It is a place where only a limited number of ships are allowed to dock.

That’s where the “Glory of Black and Silver” is headed.

Ten Dragoons belonging to the Imperial Guard Fleet were deployed around the perimeter, leading the way.

“I’m impressed that you have a Kingsguard escort.”

Even Keuk’s voice, which never loses its lightness in most things, was slightly strained.

“I had planned to have a Starfleet escort at the end of my life when I was sent to the execution block as a great pirate. You’ve ruined the plan.”

” Keuk, it’s the most amazing thing I’ve seen all century that you’ve tried to run your life according to a plan.”

Kitty jumped at it, looking for a way to defuse the tension.

“It’s not every day that someone has their life planned out like I do.

Apparently, the definition of “planned” is different from the human dictionary.”

“Isn’t it about sticking to the schedule you made beforehand?”

According to Kitty’s memory, Keuk’s start as a pirate should have been when he shot and killed the captain to save his junior colleague, who was about to be killed because the captain was snubbing him.

“The first line of the plan says to be flexible.”

“I see. So you’re changing your plans this time, too.”

“Yes. So this is also planned.”

“That’s what I call haphazard.”

“Please keep this to yourself.”

There was nothing secret about it, since it was said on the bridge.

“Yeah, I’ll keep that to myself.”

“I’m in your debt. Satsuki, how’s the ship handling?”

The Glory of the Black and Silver was currently being operated by Satsuki. The rules of the Glory of the Black and Silver are to use whatever you can, and if you’re on board, do your job.

“All Dragoon ships are predicted to maneuver, sir. We can sink them at any time.”

On the way to the imperial capital, Satsuki’s remarks had been completely poisoned by the Black Silver Glory.

“All right, head, I’m ready to shoot.”

“I’ll let Set’s face off for today.

“Too bad. Master Setsu, shouldn’t I shoot him?”

Satsuki was a little too flirtatious when she asked.

“Only if they shoot first.”

Setsuko answered appropriately. It was an unlikely situation. No one would be foolish enough to invite them in and then shoot at them in such a public place.

“Yes! I’ll wait!”

While they were enjoying such useless conversation, the ship was solemnly approaching the spaceport. Despite her words, Satsuki’s ship-handling was as good as it gets, and she was able to keep an equal distance from the dragoon and glide through space.

Soon the Glory of the Black and Silver was inside the pressurized gate of the spaceport, berthing and securing itself. The pressurization gate was closed and air was injected into the compartment.

After confirming that the pressure outside had dropped to one atmosphere, Setsu went outside. A movable ramp had already been erected outside the ship.

Setsuko and Satsuki flew along the railing of the ramp in zero gravity.

On the other side of the ramp was a little open space, lined with honor guards and a high-ranking soldier waiting alone for a set.

When Settsu put his feet on the floor, the magnets on the soles of his shoes caught the metal plates on the floor and stuck to them, causing a small metallic sound to be heard.

The soldier who had been waiting for Settsu bowed in welcome to his guest. Settsu, as a guest, bowed in reply.

“My name is Alec Deagst, Commander-in-Chief of the Imperial Space Fleet. His Excellency Sett-Weier, Commander of the Varaskirv Fortress, welcome to the Imperial City.”

“Thank you very much for welcoming me.”

“I was an old friend of Count Weil and Hagglal. I know it’s rude of me, but I’ve been forced to do so. Please forgive me.”

The expression on Deergust’s face softened slightly as he said this, and it didn’t seem to be entirely for ostensible reasons.

“I’m sorry. I’m not rude at all. I’m rather pleased.

Settsu responded honestly.

After a few administrative exchanges, Setsuto was led out of the anchorage compartment by Deagst. As they exited the gate, which was also an airlock, a large black car was parked right in front of them.

Seeing that Settsu and the others had gotten out, the security man who had been waiting by the side of the car opened the door for them. When Settsu went to get into the car as he was urged, he noticed that someone else was already in the car.

The car was spacious, with comfortable seats facing each other, and I was sitting face to face with Settsu, who was about to board the car.

I’ve seen that face before.

After taking some time to trace my memory, I finally connected with the face in front of me.

Emperor Rexxar III.

He was already an old man, but his appearance was young and vigorous. There was no way he didn’t know that Settsu was coming on board. When the emperor saw Settsu, he nodded hawkishly. Come on in,” he said.

Settsu got on, Satsuki got on, and Deagusto was about to get on when he noticed the emperor.

“Your Majesty, what brings you here?”

He acted as if he had just noticed it.

“I had some business with Konoe. I was wondering if I could have a word with him. Mister Vaile, may I?”

“Of course. I would like to speak with you as well.”

“Thank you. Come on, Deagusto, get in.”

Impatient with the emperor, Deagusto got into the car.

The car began to glide slowly.

(Now, what should I say?)

I hadn’t expected to meet the emperor at this time. Maybe the royal family likes to be taken by surprise.

But the other side barged in. There must be something they want to talk about.

Settsu decided to be on the receiving end for his first move.

There was silence for a while, as if they were trying to guess each other.

“My daughter, Meilia. I think she’s growing up pretty good, don’t you?”

It was the emperor who broke the silence.

The emperor would naturally know that Meilia had come to the fortress. If he is going to start the conversation from there, he is probably planning to find out how the relationship between the fortress and the empire is going to be.

” She seems beautiful and has the guts to carry an empire on her shoulders, but I’m concerned about her mischievous streak.”

“Haha. The reason I sent her to the fortress was because of my orders. I’m sorry for startling you.”

“Not at all, sir. It’s part of my understanding of the current state of the Empire.”

“Well, what do you know?”

The tone was more one of interest than exploration.

It was a response that Setsueto hoped would move the negotiation board.

“Yes, Your Majesty. It seems there are worms in the empire. Worms that are trying to eat through your stomach from the inside.”

In anticipation, Settsu returned the move.

Neither the emperor nor Deagusto seemed perturbed.

“I know. The Empire has been fighting that worm for too long.”

The emperor smiled leisurely and nodded.