Civil Servant in a Romance Fantasy - Chapter 421

421 – Two titles – 2

My father gave me an assurance that I should be able to succeed to the countship of Tylglechen within this month at the latest. My father tends to keep quiet when he’s not sure, he’s not the type to throw it out.

‘It’s Carl Krasius of Tylglehen now.’

Recalling his full name, which has been increased by one letter, he took out a business card from his chest. It hasn’t been long since I made this business card, but I decided to make another one. This is all budget.

It’s annoying, but I can’t help it. Nobles with multiple titles can only have one title attached to their name. It is only natural that there are people who would take about 10 minutes to write their full name if all titles were attached to their names.

And since that one title should be the main title of the family, the name Wirydia must be erased and Tileglehen must be written.

‘I barely got used to it.’

It’s a subtle feeling. Recently, while staying in Wiridia, I’ve barely gotten used to the full name, but I have to change the full name I’ve barely gotten used to? It’s not even a servant with three castles. What is this?

‘…This must be the last.’

If I can take solace, this will be my last nickname change.

If you succeed to the Count of Tileglehen this time, you will no longer receive any titles, nor will you change your name. If there is a variable, it is when the Count of Wirydia rises to the rank of Marquess—even if he becomes the Marquis of Wirydia, let’s make the Count of Tylglechen the original title.

To be honest, the basis of Krasius is the title of Count of the Empire. To put it bluntly, the title of an ordinary count can rise and fall depending on the case, but the title of an imperial count does not change until the moment the empire collapses.

‘It’s comfortable and nice.’

Persistence that does not change over time. Indeed, it is a sense of stability that is like a symbol of civil servants.

The next day, during club time, as soon as the members gathered, they brought up the topic of succession. He may be temporarily absent this month due to title succession issues, so be aware of that.

Of course, my father knows that I am playing at the academy, so I will try to fit in on the weekend as much as possible, but just in case. If necessary, I am prepared to move on weekdays.

“Already? Didn’t you say you didn’t have to do it right away?”

At my words, Erich tilted his head in surprise. Erich was also a member of the Krasius family, so he knew that the succession to the title had been decided, but he also knew that it would be okay to delay it a bit.

In the midst of that, suddenly ‘I will inherit the title within this month.’ I can’t help but wonder when I hear that.

“I thought there would be no time if it wasn’t now. It should be finished early next year at the latest, but then we should get married.”

“That’s right.”

When I brought out a justification that was no different from a cheat key, Erich quickly agreed. Isn’t marriage a big deal?

Looking at Erich like that, I slightly turned my gaze to Marr, and I could see that he was smiling. Perhaps as soon as she heard the word marriage, she gave birth to a mini-cal or mini-mar in her head.

I suddenly became curious. If the Krasius family’s black hair gene and the Varenti family’s red gene collide, which one will win? I think you have to give birth to at least three to be able to compare.

“Then I don’t know when it will be, but have a good trip. Even if you go on a weekday, be well with the members—”

“You’re going with me, what are you talking about?”

“Huh?”

Erich, who was saying goodbye early with her calm face, stiffened at those words.

Seeing that reaction, I feel a little sorry, but if I go to the territory to inherit the title, he must go with me. To celebrate a major family event together? Rumors of discord could circulate if her younger brother did not attend the position where her older brother inherited the title?

There are reasons for that, but there is another crucial reason.

“When your father retires, you should be titled too.”

Erich is also the protagonist of the title succession. In addition to Count Tylglechen, his father had several barons, and Erich was to receive one of them.

It is natural. It’s not a complete retirement if you pass on one title and keep the other. It’s because the eyes are focused on the dazzling name Imperial Baek, and other barons are also waiting for new owners.

“Oh, are you going to be a nobleman too? Congratulations!”

Ryutis congratulated Erich, who was standing in a daze as if he had finally realized his future.

It feels like a provocation, but it should be celebrated. Rutis is not the kind of person who will be rude if you openly criticize him in front of him.

“The 10th nobleman. I’m glad that the pillars that will support the empire are getting younger.”

Even Ainter paid tribute to Erich’s ascension to the title of noble.

Congratulations. Where in the world is there a baron who rises to the throne amidst the celebration of the royal family? Although the title is baron, which is the lowest among the fifth, the count would be envious of the honor.

Of course I am not envious. You can’t be called an older brother who is jealous of his younger brother’s honor, ahm.

“If there is a baronial title you want, tell me. It’s for my younger brother, so I’ll have to give up that much.”

“…Can’t I get nothing?”

After being silent for a long time, Erich finally opened his mouth and smiled slightly.

“Choose before yielding to the Countess.”

For a moment, it seemed that Erich muttered something harsh, but he passed it over.

***

I forgot. Hado, calling the Krasius family the Imperial Family and calling the head of the family Count Tyle Glehen, he completely forgot about it.

If you become a high-ranking aristocrat with the rank of count or higher, you will have multiple titles. The fact that the head of the family, who is the highest rank among the imperial whites, has numerous baronial titles.

‘Even with two children.’

If you had more children to inherit the title, you wouldn’t know. If you have only two children, you will receive divided inheritance unconditionally. Excluding the heir, they had only one child——the Krasius family was not so poor that they neglected that one.

Therefore, as the only younger brother of the older brother who is the heir, he must receive the title. He not only assumes the position of acting member of the Imperial Council, he must also assume the title.

‘It’s not a bad thing.’

Yeah, strictly speaking, that’s not a bad thing. A title is like a treasure that can’t be exchanged for anything for the nobility, and the difference between having a title and not having it divides the status of wealth, honor, and power.

Moreover, all the baronial titles held by the head of the family are titles with fiefs attached to them. If you inherit even one of them, you can live as an unemployed for the rest of your life. It’s a bureaucrat-like position to see blood after taking it for nothing, it’s not a title.

But I am anxious. I was given the title of deputy member of the National Assembly because I was a younger brother, and I am terrified of what I will take on if I inherit the title.

“I’m an imperial white man and I’m working, but the baron is playing? My nephew also works in the council, but my uncle is playing?”

I see a bleak future. Originally, when the child born to my older brother grew up, I was going to hand over the position of acting member of the council and live peacefully, but when I become a baron, I see a future where my nephew will be supported by my older brother even if he grows up.

I feel like I’m breaking out in a cold sweat. The inevitable despair was right in front of us.

“Well, if you don’t have one, your father will give you something suitable.”

‘Ah.’

At those words, my mind, which had been gradually fading, returned.

No. If the title itself cannot be avoided, at least I should be able to choose it. Not all baronies are the same.

‘Where was the quiet manor?’

I desperately shook my head. The most peaceful and tranquil place among the Baron’s territories. There are no annoying things like mines or major trade routes, and it’s not a place with a lot of people to manage—

…

There is. There is one good place.

“Baron Hardiner would be nice.”

His brother hurriedly opened his mouth, and his brother furrowed his brow. It seems that he is recalling the location of Baron Hardiner.

However, there was someone who reacted first before the older brother could retrieve his memory.

“Ha, Hadiner?”

It was Sarah.

“…Ah, there.”

Before long, his older brother nodded as if he remembered the location of Hadiner.

“Isn’t Baron Hadiner next to Baron Seigel?”

“Yeah, that’s right there.”

Baron Zeigel, a small estate under the county of Tileglechen managed by Baron Trimara, the family of Sera.

And Baron Hardiner is a neighboring territory that faces such Baron Seigel. It is exceptionally quiet and peaceful even within the county of Tyleglechen, where there is no fuss.

It’s perfect. There is nothing bothersome, and it is a territory that can become a neighbor even with Sera. It is the best position not only for me but also for my children.

“Are you okay?”

“If you want.”

I let out a sigh of relief at my brother’s permission. Hadiner is better if you have to get a title anyway.

“From now on, I will live with Sera as neighbors.”

“Uh, uh, yes! That’s right!”

When I spoke to Sera with a smile on my face, I got a slightly flustered answer back.

I understand. Even I, who chose it, is still embarrassed.

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***

Once for giggling Erich, and once for Sarah nodding her head with her face flushed red.

After looking at the two in turn like that, I quietly looked away.

‘Crazy.’

Wonderful. Aside from my stupid eyes, my instincts were that I was working hard, and I made a really amazing choice.

My father has many barons. It’s hard to immediately think of the Baronies scattered all over the place. But out of all the many baronies, did you choose Baron Hardiner? Neighboring lands of Baron Seigel?

‘If you get married, it’s perfect to manage together.’

Originally, Baron Zaigel had two children, but one passed away, leaving Sarah alone. That’s why Baron Seigel’s territory will become Sera’s over time.

And if Erich, Baron Hardiner, and Serra, Baron Seigel get married—the two baronial realms attached to each other will be administered by a married couple. It was as if a fairly strong force had been born inside the County of Tileglehen.

‘It probably wasn’t what I was aiming for.’

It’s natural for nobles to gain power through marriage, but that bastard probably didn’t choose Baron Hadiner with that in mind. You can be sure.

That’s why I can only think of him as a madman. Even though I didn’t mean it, I made this choice anyway…

‘…Earl Horfeld can’t even play solo.’

Soon, I thought of Count Horfeld, who was delighted with the news that Erich had become a member of the parliament. Just as his father commutes from the manor, Erich can also choose the manor life rather than the system. Then, during his working hours, he was close to Count Horfeld, and after work, he was close to Sarah.

If that happens, Count Horfeld will be at a disadvantage. I would be more friendly with Sera who I meet in private time than with Count Horfeld, who I meet on business.

‘Crazy balance.’

I almost laughed out loud. Count Horfeld, who held power, and Sarah, who held the position of neighbor. If one person tries to get ahead, conditions are created for the other person to get in the way.

‘Should there be a matchmaker?’

If I leave it up to them, I don’t think there will be an answer even if I’m over 30.