The Land of the Rising Sun Transfers to Another World

Chapter 79: The Hardique Empire Makes Its Move

Sad news: my silver tooth came off when I ate pudding.

- ワイアード

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Hal Handia, Hardique Empire

In the grand plaza before the Imperial Palace, countless citizens wearing gas masks had gathered and were waiting. It was said that an emergency proclamation from the imperial government was about to begin.

"What's about to start?"

"Hey, it's about the incident the other day..."

"Oh, that commotion in the palace?"

"They say it was to catch traitors..."

"I heard it was a coup!"

As the citizens debated among themselves what kind of proclamation was coming, a government official appeared on the platform at the front. The crowd fell silent, focusing their attention on his words. Using a magical device to amplify his voice, the official began to speak with authority.

"Citizens of the great Hardique Empire! Hear this! Recently, we apprehended and imprisoned the maggot within our nation—certain government officials and the former Emperor, Vargo Gapiola!"

The crowd erupted into murmurs of shock. No one had imagined that the disturbance in the palace had resulted in the capture of Emperor Vargo. The citizens were utterly confused.

"Silence! I understand your dismay, but know this—because of these actions, the Hardique Empire has been reborn! A new Emperor and leader has risen!"

As the official spoke, a man in splendid attire appeared from behind him. Taking the official's place, Orion stepped forward to address the crowd.

"Beloved citizens of the Empire... I am your new Emperor, Orion. I understand that this is sudden and unsettling for many of you, but I ask that you accept it."

"........."

"Know this truth—that my father, Vargo, was a spy employed by the nation of Japan!"

"!?"

The citizens were thrown into further turmoil, but Orion continued his speech.

"This is a tragic reality! Without our knowledge, he had been subjugated by that upstart nation of Japan. UNFORGIVABLE! Thus, for the sake of our Empire, our citizens, and the subordinate states bound to us in eternal alliance, I acted to apprehend my father and his faction!"

The crowd bristled with disbelief.

"What does this mean? Did Emperor Vargo really betray us?"

"He was always a dogwater Emperor."

"His Highness's words feel... powerful somehow."

Observing their reaction, Orion smirked and continued.

"Our great Hardique Empire has given rise to cutting-edge industries and miraculous technologies! I pledge to bring a life free from external threats and harmful environments to all who follow me—and this promise will soon become a reality. To achieve this, we must expand our sphere of influence! Even Japan, the nation that mocked us, will not be an exception! We will annihilate any country that stands in the way of our glory! The Hardique Empire is destined to rule this world!"

"WOOOOAAAAAAAHHHHHH!"

The plaza erupted into wild cheers.

With arms outstretched, Orion absorbed the thunderous applause, his eyes blazing with unparalleled ambition. Behind him, the other leaders celebrated the beginning of their path to world domination.