529 Sagacity
"Ah, I'm not asking for my payment yet, you know?"
I blurted that. I was caught off guard with Sir Lolengus's arrival and couldn't think up any other reply.
"For that, I plan to pay you back with my personal fund little by little. It will take a long time but I shall see it done no matter what. Today, I'm not here to discuss about that matter."
Then why? I haven't had breakfast yet so my brain isn't working correctly.
"These men are newly recruited young soldiers who dealt with you yesterday. None of them have good reps. They just had to go and do something stupid. I'm sure they were clueless about the true menace of a griffon."
I got it after hearing Captain-san's explanation. They're here to say sorry.
"I must apologize. I hope you have it in your heart to accept my heartfelt apologies for allowing these fools inconvenience our savior. Please accept this as compensation for your treatment."
Sir Lolengus handed over a pouch. While bowing deeply.
Binota froze up at this. Of course. The top person of this country not only lowered himself to someone of an unknown origin like me, he even offered money.
Binota has no idea about my connection with Sir Lolengus.
"Ah, where is this money from? Does this come through the proper channel?"
I asked just in case. This country is currently in dire need of money to rebuild. I don't really need it myself.
"No, this comes from me personally. Even if I am unable to interfere with soldier recruitment currently, the responsibility still lies on me. That includes handling their mistakes and punishment."
He won't use taxpayer money. But he's okay paying out of his own pockets. It's a bit of a gray area.
That must be the line he's willing to step over. Angering me would be bad for the country. Situation would be critical if I went on a rampage with my power. Offending me is the one thing they absolutely must avoid.
Wonder how anxious Sir Lolengus is inwardly? This money is a sign of his fear towards me.
I bet it's also why he's so quick to spring into action. He wouldn't have been here if the information about griffon didn't reach the parliament at lightning speed.
But he should know about my personality to a degree. Coming here in person isn't really necessary.
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"Ah, there's quite a lot inside. I'll just take half. I don't need more. I mean, the one getting inconvenienced is this guy after all. I'll use this money to treat griffon some nice meals."
Griffon who had been obediently sitting next to me without interrupting once during our talk cried out, 'Kue!' at this and stared at Sir Lolengus.
Sir Lolengus had been acting brazenly without a hint of fear so far. Whereas most people become a bumbling terrified mess when they see griffon.
Even the soldiers they brought with them keep glancing restlessly at griffon in high alert.
"I beg your pardon. I'm truly sorry. Would you forgive me?"
Yet another shock to me. Sir Lolengus turned and lowered his head at griffon.
Griffon cried once at this, 'Kue'. Looks like apologies accepted.
"Some magic beasts are known for their wisdom. Chiefs among them are griffons. There are also dragons, spirit beasts and long lived magic beasts to cite some examples."
He gave an explanation after seeing my surprised face. Afterward, Sir Lolengus let out a deep sigh and quivered.
"Oh dear, when was the last time I trembled this much. I never dreamed I would have had to stand face to face against such big games in my life."
Apparently he was only putting up a bravado all this time. Guy's got caliber.
He must have already steeled himself when he received the news about griffon.
Nobody can tell how many casualty they would suffer if griffon goes on a rampage after all. I'm now worried about Sir Lolengus's health, having to fret over both me and griffon as sources of potential trouble.
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