애완작가
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Amid the thunderous cheers and fervent applause, Daniel felt a chilling sense of fear. This speech was supposed to provoke the pacifists… Yet, when he came to his senses, he realized he had somehow swayed them into becoming advocates for war. Of course, not all pacifists had been persuaded by the speech’s content. A few had merely been swept up in the fervor, now glaring at Daniel with clear discontent. The problem, however, was that these dissenters were so few that they could only be…- 1.7 M • Ongoing
- The crowd was left speechless, stunned by Daniel’s declaration of total war. Everyone froze in their seats, exchanging glances with wide eyes that seemed to ask, "What on earth is he talking about?" Even the pacifists, usually quick to protest or criticize, were too dumbfounded to respond, their faces reflecting nothing but bewilderment. Behind the stage, Hans, the public relations officer, was silently screaming. "What on earth are you doing!?" This speech, held simultaneously with the…
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- For the first time, Daniel found Selvia’s gaze to be overwhelmingly burdensome. Caught off guard, he remained silent for a moment before finally managing to speak with difficulty. “...Your Highness, giving a speech related to war bonds is a matter of national importance. I believe it would be more appropriate to choose someone with experience in public speaking and exceptional eloquence.” He spoke as calmly as he could, but inside, Daniel was burning with anxiety. A speech about war bonds…
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- Two Weeks Later Despite his promotion to lieutenant colonel, Daniel’s duties hadn’t changed much. Aside from gaining access to more classified information, his role as operations officer remained intact. For Daniel, who was wary of getting entangled in strange incidents, this was a relief. Enjoying the continuation of his peaceful routine, he resolved to keep a low profile for as long as possible. But his decision proved meaningless when a summons arrived from the Imperial Palace. To…
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- The Next Day I reported for duty at the General Staff headquarters and sat down at my desk in my private office, unfolding the morning newspaper. 【Breaking News! His Majesty the Emperor Selects a Successor!】 【Princess Selvia Named as the Next Emperor... Regency to Begin Soon】 【Princess Selvia’s Closest Advisor—None Other Than Daniel Steiner?】 The last headline irked me, but it wasn’t the most pressing issue at the moment. Flipping through a few more pages, I found the…
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- Sweat beaded on Daniel’s forehead as he locked eyes with Berthram. The emperor’s deep suspicion toward him was unmistakable. Yet, Daniel truly knew nothing about the accusations being hurled at him, leaving him feeling helplessly wronged. How could he get out of this ridiculous situation? His mind raced, calculating possible exits, before he finally knelt on one knee. “Your Majesty! I cannot fathom the reason for your words…” This was the emperor—the man who held absolute…
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- Prince Arno, having lost his entire support base in an instant due to Daniel Steiner’s actions, was left with no choice but to surrender. With Arno abandoning the succession struggle, Selvia was able to extend her influence within the capital and the imperial palace without any opposition. About a month later, Emperor Berthram, who had been observing everything from afar, decided that waiting any longer was meaningless. Using the pretext of selecting an heir, he summoned the empire’s key figures…
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- Hartmann’s consideration allowed me to return straight to my quarters and rest. The next morning, I reported to the General Staff Headquarters. The clear skies without a single cloud and the refreshing breeze put me in a good mood, but that mood vanished the moment I stepped inside the headquarters. Everyone I passed in the corridors treated me as if I were some kind of ghost. Those of lower rank stiffened and saluted me nervously, while higher-ranking officers barely managed to acknowledge my…
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- Belvar, who had been silent for a while, clenched his teeth so hard that his jaw seemed ready to crack. The moment he took Daniel’s hand, Belvar would be betraying the Crown Prince. It would mean denying the legitimacy of the Imperial lineage that the Bahatrante family had protected for generations. For the sake of the beliefs upheld by his ancestors, he was willing to give up his own life without hesitation. ‘But what about my family? What crime have they committed to deserve…
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- Although he didn’t show it outwardly, Belvar’s breathing had begun to grow unsteady. Moreover, Daniel noticed the slight trembling in Belvar’s eyes as their gazes met. Thanks to that, Daniel was certain. ‘He’s wavering.’ The expression Belvar wore now belonged to someone desperately trying to conceal their fear. ‘Good.’ Had Belvar sneered and brushed it off at this point, it would have put Daniel in a difficult position. ‘If Belvar thought of me as just another…
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