The Land of the Rising Sun Transfers to Another World

Chapter 34: Upheaval

3 days later

Conference Hall, Thestania Empire

In the center of the palace stood a notably large dome-shaped building. Here, various officials gathered in the conference hall to discuss important matters and legislation. Among them were of course Marquis Rosquinho, Duke Yodoq, Marquis Gilligan, and Count Remarvel.

"Mr. Chairman, where is Duke Carnegie?"

"...Duke Carnegie has yet to make his appearance."

Hearing this, Rosquinho smirked, pleased that things were going smoothly for now.

"Hm... Since he hasn't shown up yet, there's no helping it. Let's start the meeting."

"Duke Carnegie..."

"Where could he be, leaving his family behind..."

"Huh? Did Duke Carnegie have children?"

"Not a son, but I've heard he is taking care of a nephew alone. Well, I've never seen him..."

"No, I heard it was a son!"

"Uh... everyone please return to your seats."

The attendees returned to their seats, but the buzz of conversation had not settled.

"Um... as you all know, the original representative, Duke Carnegie, is unable to attend this meeting due to circumstances, so we will begin the main session in an emergency."

"Is it really alright to do so?"

"There's no choice... We must decide on a representative quickly... We cannot keep Japan waiting."

Rosquinho and his subordinates, who were under his influence, smirked once more. No one wants to take responsibility for the war... In such a situation, if Rosquinho volunteers, naturally everyone will support him. From there, it would go according to plan...

"Now then... let's first have the candidates—"

'Here it comes!'

"Then I will be the one—"

"—Before confirming that, I, as chairman, have a recommendation."

"Hnggg!?!?"

This shocked Rosquinho and the others, as did everyone around them. While there was no issue with making a recommendation, it was extremely rare to put forward a nominee in such circumstances.

"The person I wish to recommend is..."

Rosquinho looked as if he could burst a blood vessel at any moment. He harbored feelings of not allowing anyone to disrupt his plans, no matter who they were.

'Who the hell is it!? Is there really someone like that in this Empire!?'

"...I would like to recommend Marquis Gilligan Swalt."

"What!?"

"Hmm? Is something wrong, Count Remarvel?"

"N-no..."

"...Marquis Gilligan, would you accept my recommendation? This is not compulsory; you have the right to decline."

Gilligan stood up smoothly, dressed in an impeccably tailored outfit that was a stark contrast to the armor of the fierce warrior he usually donned. He quietly closed his eyes, took a light breath, and then answered the chairman's question.

"I would be happy to accept!!"

"WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHH!!!!"

Applause erupted, filling the conference hall with cheers. However, Rosquinho and his group were unsettled. This was not the situation they had hoped for...