Login Psychopath - Chapter 105



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Episode 105.

[Fools the Count perfectly.]

[The Count trusts your word!]

“… … !”

Lee Shin smiled with conversion.

I didn’t think I would succeed in deceiving him in one go, but it seems that the high public service rating I had accumulated in a short period of time helped.

Or maybe he just felt good about seeing the other count’s scar.

“You’re right. Count Killim, that pig could easily do it!”

“you’re right!”

… I think the latter was probably bigger, but whatever the reason, it was a good thing for Isin.

If this is the case, then half of the slander has already been successful.

Lee Shin continued speaking.

“Don’t worry too much. It’s actually a blessing!”

“Thank goodness? What does that mean?”

“If I didn’t know who was behind it, I would have just been helpless and suffered without knowing the cause, but that’s not the case anymore, is it? It’s fortunate that I realized it before serious damage was done.”

“I guess you could see it that way… … .”

The count stroked his lower jaw.

If what Yishin said was true, then Yeongji had truly overcome a major crisis.

If the battle of the territory had been fought when the territory’s soldiers and administration were in disarray due to the riots that occurred every day, it would have been really difficult to win.

The count breathed a sigh of relief and said:

“I’m glad you found out now, just like you said.”

“Yes.”

“… … Okay. Then I have one more question for you. Wouldn’t it be better for us to prepare for war from now on?”

“!”

Isin opened his eyes wide at the count’s question.

A count seeking advice from a mere adventurer!

It was a miracle that a mere adventurer was able to meet the Count face to face, but this was an episode that showed how much trust the Count had in Isin in such a short period of time.

He collected taxes well, dealt with unexpected riots on his own, and said things that people wanted to hear, like a tongue in a mouth, so perhaps this was a natural result.

‘That worked out well.’

Whatever it is, it’s good news for Lee Shin!

After thinking for a moment, Lee Shin shook his head and answered.

“I don’t think it’s necessary to do that.”

“There’s no need for that? Are you saying that there won’t be a war of attrition?”

“Not right now. The other party isn’t sure they’ll win the war, right? There’s no need to prepare for it right now.”

Just keeping the military ready for war was a very expensive undertaking.

If the Amphiri estate was a wealthy estate, then that would be understandable, but if it wasn’t, then there’s no reason to waste money on something that isn’t even dangerous.

“… So, for now, I think it would be better to just focus more on understanding the other person’s movements.”

Save money and prepare at the same time.

There was nothing lacking in Lee Shin’s proposal, which took care of both practicality and safety.

“Umm… … .”

But Count Rodin let out a sigh as if something was not right.

Practically speaking, what Lee Shin said was right, but apart from that, I didn’t feel like just backing down.

“Is there something you don’t like?”

“You’re right, but if this continues, won’t I just be the one getting hurt?”

Yishin immediately understood what he was saying.

I just don’t want to back down.

Because originally, nobles lived by their pride and died by their pride.

Even if you couldn’t return the blow twice for getting hit once, you should have at least spit on him before stepping away.

“Think of a way.”

“Then how about doing it like this?”

“hmm?”

“I’ll give it back to you in the same way.”

Lee Shin answered as if he had been waiting.

From the beginning, it was Lee Shin who had no idea that the proud count would accept his proposal outright.

The real plan that Lee Shin had in mind was starting now.

“You’ll give it back the same way?”

“yes.”

“What does that mean?”

“That’s exactly what it says. Just like the other party, we are also releasing spies into the other party’s territory to cause chaos.”

“……ah!”

The count let out a gasp at Isin’s answer.

An eye for an eye.

To cause chaos by releasing the liver and causing a riot, as the opponent did.

There were two advantages to this.

First of all, it didn’t require much money or manpower, and since you could return what you received, you could also take care of your pride.

On the other hand, there were no particular disadvantages.

Even if they catch you sending liver, you can just cut off the tail.

The situation of the tail being cut off at this time would have been quite miserable, but from the Count’s point of view, it didn’t matter.

“… … Not bad.”

Count Rodin nodded with satisfaction and muttered.

A plan that is practical and not bad in terms of mood!

[The Count is pleased with your proposal.]

[The count’s intimacy increases.]

“All I have to do is make good decisions.”

“Oh, right. That’s right… … .”

“hmm?”

“Can you just leave it to me?”

“To you?”

“Yes. If you leave it to me, I am confident that I can inflict even more damage than what you suffered, Count.”

The count paused for a moment.

But soon he shook his head.

“… … It’s good to be confident, but why? I was trying to guess the role of the liver from among the knights.”

Even though this god was the greatest contributor to suppressing the rebellion, wouldn’t it be better to send knights for such an important matter?

“Are you sure you can do better than them?”

“If you are confident, you have it.”

“… … !”

“Please think about who suppressed the riot that occurred this time. … … And, it would be better for practical reasons to let me go.”

“What does that mean?”

“That’s exactly right. We’re not going to fight the enemy, are we? There’s no need to send such high-level personnel.”

It’s like pulling out a slaughter knife to kill a chicken.

And there were many other problems besides that.

If we really look into it, this one was more serious.

“Another problem? What is it?”

“that….”

For example, there was this problem.

What if a knight who has been captured by an opponent surrenders out of fear of having his tail cut off?

What if I surrender and tell you all the military secrets of this territory in exchange for your life?

Or what if you hide the fact that you surrendered to your opponent and infiltrate as a spy instead?

“…ah!”

The count let out a sigh.

If it had been as above, there was a very high possibility that not only would you suffer losses, but you would also suffer damages instead of getting revenge.

No, it would not just end in damage, but could also cause a major crisis for the territory.

Of course, originally, the probability that knights who valued honor would betray their original master was extremely low.

Most knights would rather die than betray their lord.

but.

‘The lord’s condition is like this… .’

Isin glanced at the count and immediately shook his head.

If the upper water is clear, the lower water will also be clear!

It was Count Rodin who collected high taxes even though the residents were complaining of suffering.

So there could be no honor for the knights below him.

“… … That makes sense.”

In fact, the count also seemed to not be able to trust his knights 100%, so he agreed with Isin’s words with a puzzled expression.

“But you are different? I don’t really have any reason to trust you.”

“It doesn’t matter if you don’t believe me, right? I have nothing to lose even if I get caught.”

It was only a few days ago that Lee Shin arrived in this territory.

Of course, there was no way he could know the territory’s secrets or important information.

“…hmm.”

“In return, all I ask is a small reward.”

“compensation?”

“yes.”

For example, a position in charge of managing a territory.

In fact, it wasn’t really necessary, but Isin said it like this from the beginning to dispel the Count’s suspicions.

It would be more reasonable for the Count to see an adventurer he had just met today show a somewhat materialistic side rather than come forward without any reward.

As expected, the count nodded at the end of the conversation.

“……good.”

“!”

“I will trust you and leave this task to you.”

[Count Rodin accepts your offer.]

[Quest is created!]

Tiring.

Territory Quest – Count Rodin’s Revenge

Count Rodin, who was not on good terms with Count Killaim.

He is currently in a state of extreme pride due to the riots that have broken out in his territory as a result of Count Killam’s trickery.

I would like to return the favor for what was done to me, but that would be extremely inefficient considering the circumstances of the territory.

Complete his revenge on his behalf!

If it’s to the extent of causing a riot in the Killaris territory, revenge that takes all the benefits and pride out of it will be enough.

If you protect his pride like that, he will trust you more.

•Rewards: Count Rodin’s trust, knighthood, ???

•Deadline: 14 days

Lee Shin bowed.

“thank you!”

“I will believe you.”

“Haha, don’t worry. I wouldn’t betray you.”

[Caution!]

[I tricked the lord into accepting the quest. If he finds out…]

‘That’s fine.’

As long as you don’t get caught, it’s fine.

After clearing away the useless warning messages, Isin immediately prepared to leave.

“I’ll go right away.”

“When can I expect to see the results?”

“Don’t worry. It won’t take long. I’ll be back within a week at the latest.”

A week was half the original quest deadline.

The count nodded in satisfaction at Isin’s confident answer.

“So that you can keep that promise.”

“yes.”

* * *

After the conversation with the Count, Isin left for the Killaris estate.

Since it was a nearby territory, it didn’t take long to get there.

[Arrived at Killaris Estate.]

[This is the first entry area!]

[All stats permanently increase by 1.]

“hmm.”

Lee Shin looked around.

Most of the people I saw were walking around dressed in rags.

What a shabby appearance!

Of course, there were some rare people among them who were well-dressed… .

‘User group.’

I could tell by the weapon he was carrying.

Most of them were soldiers or users active in this area.

The common people who make up the majority of the NPC pool were mostly beggars.

At that sight, Isin thought to himself.

‘Are the circumstances similar?’

Looking at the condition of the residents, it doesn’t seem like the way they are going around the estate is much different from the neighboring villages.

If that were actually the case, things could have been resolved very easily.

‘You’ll know when you check.’

“Where are you going?”

“Just a moment, we’re not going far.”

“yes?”

“Just take a look around there for a bit.”

After stopping the group that was trying to follow him, Isin quietly went into the alley.

And then he killed one of the street thieves.

Pfft pfft pfft!

“Who are you!? … Huh!?”

[The city’s thieves have been eliminated.]

[I committed murder in the city!]

[Caution!]

[Now the soldiers…]

[…the city’s security is very low!]

[The soldiers are not chasing you.]

‘……also.’

Lee Shin nodded.

As expected, the security of the territory was already paralyzed.

The perfect environment for a lawless being to run wild!

After assessing the situation to some extent, Lee Shin quickly made a plan.

‘I just need to meet the lord. Somehow.’