Chapter 227
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Here comes the trial!
This time, my brother and Alphage-sama participated as defense attorneys. I explained the trial system of Rin’s world to the presiding judge and the judge beforehand, and this was the first time we tried it. So I made a big publicity stunt, and once again, the nobles of Wolfanea gathered in large numbers & royalty was present as well! Me? I'll be there to support them with my earring-type magic tools from the spectator seats.
The judge will act as the prosecutor. The knights will be there instead of the police.
The judge read out his opening statement, and then the presiding judge spoke to Mitchell-san.
“Now then, offender Mitchell Rattle. You are accused of selling the Blessing of the Saintess through illegal channels. Is that correct?”
“Yes.”
“However, we were unable to comprehend the flow of the money. Just what means did you use to do this?”
“... I…”
Mitchell-san glanced at me. I nodded at him. Go, it’s time for the counterattack!
“I was not selling the Blessing of the Saintess in the first place, so I think it’s only natural that you couldn’t investigate the flow of the money.”
The place fell got noisy.
“Quiet! Tell me, Mitchell. Why did you admit to the crime you did not commit?”
“... Because they threatened to kill my wife and children.”
The place got noisy again.
“Q, quiet! Why did you resort to telling the truth this time then?”
“That’s because the situation has changed. Mitchell-dono’s son has made a contract with us. He was our collaborator in the cultivation experiments in Wolfanea, and this is where we have learned of Mitchell-dono’s plight. At the moment, Mitchell-dono’s family is under the protection of my Rosenberg family.”
Elder brother informed. The presiding judge nodded.
“So now that your family’s safety is assured, you are ready to tell the truth?”
“By the way, we have heard some strange stories recently.”
Alphage-sama grinned. Wah, his smile is so dark.
“Some strange stories?”
“They speak of the Blessing of the Saintess as a cure for all kinds of diseases. If my memory doesn’t play tricks on me, then I’m certain that the Blessing of the Saintess does not have such effects. Moreover, it has been said that only royalty is able to eat it. No one should be aware of such an effect if it had one. I wonder why such misunderstanding was circulating around?”
“... Because the Blessing of the Saintess is used as a diet for the sick?”
His Majesty asked and Alphage-sama nodded.
“Of course there would be that, too. However, the information was being spread with distortions. It is highly possible that someone intentionally spread the information. Therefore, I investigated and found several nobles who seemed to have intentionally spread the information. I will submit the list to you.”
“... Mhm.”
“Furthermore, when my little sister held an event the other day to spread the deliciousness of the Blessing of the Saintess, there were people who wanted a share of it to take home. The defendant’s side would like to call those people as witnesses.”
“Alright, permission granted.”
The presiding judge's face cramped. Because there were so many of them. One by one, they began to explain why they had asked for the Blessing of the Saintess. How much and from whom they had bought it. With tears in their eyes, they said that they knew it was a sin, but they were feeding the patients, clinging to the ray of hope.
The scribe was so desperate, I felt sorry for him. I couldn't bear to see him go, so I asked Niisama to give him a helping hand.
“I had compiled their testimonies. I will submit it as evidence.”
“Accepted.”
Oh, the scribe was obviously relieved. I'm sorry, but if we don't let them appeal, the guilt of the people who bought the Blessing of the Saintess might become even heavier. A live voice is better than a piece of paper, right?
“Please try to match the names on the list we submitted as evidence.”
“... This is… a perfect match! In other words, the culprits are the nobles on this list!”
Nono, I would be troubled if it ended here. I have worked this hard to catch the lizard in its entirety. I wouldn’t be so thorough if it was only for the tail.
(Niisama.)
Elder brother nodded when he heard my voice.
“Wait a moment please! Please read the testimony carefully. The timing is strange. There are people who received the Blessing of the Saintess right after Mitchell-dono’s imprisonment.”
“Muu…”
“Therefore, I request Count Marsh’s testimony!”
“Mhm. Granted.”
Count Marsh must be sitting in the gallery. I have been talking to Alphage-sama while waiting for him to come up.
(We dragged him in well.)
(... The real battle starts now.)
(With your strategy, I believe I can beat that bastard to a pulp, Rosarin.)
(... I will try to live up to your expectations.)
Count Marsh stood in a witness box as a witness. That's right. It starts here.
“Count Marsh. I ask you about the administration of the Blessing of the Saintess. Could it have been stolen?”
“... Yes. I have taken measures to prevent it, but it has been stolen.”
Yeah, he’s just trying to conceal his crimes as a theft. That’s not going to happen. I gave instructions to Alphage-sama.
“Your Honor, we will submit our own research on the flow of money.”
“... Mhm.”
“Do you understand? Obviously, the amount of money doesn’t match up.”
“In other words, you are saying there are other accomplices?”
The judge who was playing the role of the prosecutor, and got quite a bit in the role, spoke up. He was quite perceptive. It was smart of me to request a person with a good head on his shoulders.
“... I think it’s only natural to think that way.”
Alphage-sama laughed with a grin. You are enjoying this, aren't you?
“So, can the defendant prove who the accomplice is?”
“... There is a curious coincidence, Your Honor. The nobles who sold the Blessing of the Saintess that were named were the same ones who were drinking with Mitchell-dono the night he was captured. However, there was one person who was not named.”
The prosecuting judge looked at Count Marsh. Alphage-sama grinned cheerfully.
“And if we change our perspective… their motive makes sense, too.”
“Change our perspective?”
“Yes, let's think about it from another point of view. Who benefited from the Rattle family's fall the most?”
Everyone looked at Count Marsh with a flabbergasted expression. Mm-hmm, secret technique! The art of not pointing out the culprit, but letting them figure it out on their own! It’s in!!
“I, I am unrelated to this!”
“My, oh my, we did not say it was you, though? That’s weird, isn’t it, Ru?”
“Indeed, Alphage-sama. You have only suggested the possibility that there is someone who would benefit from the loss of the Rattle family… or do you perhaps have an idea?”
As expected of Alphage-sama. What a nasty expression he has. Elder brother also spoke with sarcasm while smiling. This must be the worst tag team ever!
“Guh.”
“... Count Marsh, the territories and fields managed by the Rattle family were managed by your distant relative after the imprisonment of Mitchell-dono, right?”
The presiding judge confirmed with Count Marsh.
“... Yes.”
“You have always wanted to manage the Blessing of the Saintess, haven’t you?”
“... Yes. However, I haven’t done anything! I’m also a victim!”
“Then why did you not report the damage?”
Elder brother inquired from Count Marsh.
“Y, you have seen that field yourself, haven’t you! Because I wanted to cover up the fact that the cultivation wasn't going well!”
That makes sense. Rather than framing the Rattle family and making them the main culprits of his diversion, he decided that hiding the fact that the cultivation wasn't going well would be a lesser crime.
That's not bad. But I'm not going to let him get away with it.
“Mhm. What do you think? Defendant’s side?”
Alphage-sama signaled. He’s taking a different approach, isn’t he? I also think that’s a good idea. When I conveyed my agreement, Alphage-sama made a proposal to the presiding judge.
“We believe that there is a possibility of an accomplice existing. Count Marsh says that he is not related to this matter. In that case, we request testimony from other suspects.”
“!?”
“Hm, granted.”
“Count Marsh, you will be called again later, so please wait in the meanwhile.”
Count Marsh was pale. Of course he is. You can't expect those nobles to protect you. And my prediction came true.
“W, we have been framed!”
“It was Count Marsh’s doing!”
“We were only asked to mediate by him!”
Ahhahha. Just as I expected. Alphage-sama was also chuckling. The nobles Count Marsh surrounded himself with, all pointed their fingers at him. My Elder brother was also dumbfounded.
“In the first place, he wanted us to help him set up the Rattle family because he wanted to manage the Blessings of the Saintess on hi---”Shut up! Shut up! Shut up!!”
Count Marsh snapped. He can’t have them revealing that, right?
“You are trying to frame me! I'm innocent! Don't drag me into this!”
It’s about time. The suspicion was starting to solidify. I asked my Elder brother to go with the proposal.
“... Presiding judge, please allow Count Marsh to testify.”
Count Marsh, who is now in the witness box again, looked exhausted. Mm, mhm, looks good. There’s still more to tell, though.
“Count Marsh, they say that you framed them. Why is that?”
“I am not involved in this matter. They did it of their own accord. I certainly had a drink with Mitchell, but I only listened to my Mitchell’s… my old friend’s complaints! I was close with the other nobles involved too, but they're trying to blame me to lessen their own guilt! There's no evidence that I was complicit in any of this!”
Yes, there is no evidence at this time. At this point, it's just a suspicion. We are going to corner you even more!
“Then, what about the Archogi Company?”
“!?”
Niisama is having too much fun~ He is very upset, isn’t he? Not only did he disgrace his beloved teacher, he also caused the Blessing of the Saintess to wither, after all.
“Your Honor, the defendant’s side nominates Mr. Archogi was a new witness.”
“... Mhm, permission granted.”
The Mr. Archogi? in the witness box was... Eh? Isn't he too skinny? What? That’s the real deal?? He’s more haggard than skinny, isn’t he? Ra, Ravioli-saaan!?
I was confused. However, Archogi gave his testimony earnestly.
“I was complicit in the Mr. Rattle’s fabrication of false contract documents regarding the selling of the Blessings of the Saintess, and keeping the Rattle family under surveillance and in financial distress at the request of Count Marsh over there. I trusted the Count, but in the end, he falsified my documents and made me his pawn, too”
“Don’t utter such lies! I call nonsense!”
"Count Marsh, now is not the time for you to speak. Mr. Archogi, what is the reason for making the Rattle family’s financial distress?”
“Count Marsh could not grow the Blessing of the Saintess well. The second son and the youngest son of the Rattle family are Revelation possessors, so he must have intended to take them in and nurture them.”
“Lies! He speaks lies! He’s trying to frame me! Lies! Lies! Lieees!!”
The presiding judge let out a sigh.
“Count Marsh seems to be confused. We will take a short break and resume in half an hour!”
Fufufu, we have cornered him well. Milfi and I will be participating in the second half too! I’m so fired up!
Please report us if you find any errors so we can fix it asap!
Here comes the trial!
This time, my brother and Alphage-sama participated as defense attorneys. I explained the trial system of Rin’s world to the presiding judge and the judge beforehand, and this was the first time we tried it. So I made a big publicity stunt, and once again, the nobles of Wolfanea gathered in large numbers & royalty was present as well! Me? I'll be there to support them with my earring-type magic tools from the spectator seats.
The judge will act as the prosecutor. The knights will be there instead of the police.
The judge read out his opening statement, and then the presiding judge spoke to Mitchell-san.
“Now then, offender Mitchell Rattle. You are accused of selling the Blessing of the Saintess through illegal channels. Is that correct?”
“Yes.”
“However, we were unable to comprehend the flow of the money. Just what means did you use to do this?”
“... I…”
Mitchell-san glanced at me. I nodded at him. Go, it’s time for the counterattack!
“I was not selling the Blessing of the Saintess in the first place, so I think it’s only natural that you couldn’t investigate the flow of the money.”
The place fell got noisy.
“Quiet! Tell me, Mitchell. Why did you admit to the crime you did not commit?”
“... Because they threatened to kill my wife and children.”
The place got noisy again.
“Q, quiet! Why did you resort to telling the truth this time then?”
“That’s because the situation has changed. Mitchell-dono’s son has made a contract with us. He was our collaborator in the cultivation experiments in Wolfanea, and this is where we have learned of Mitchell-dono’s plight. At the moment, Mitchell-dono’s family is under the protection of my Rosenberg family.”
Elder brother informed. The presiding judge nodded.
“So now that your family’s safety is assured, you are ready to tell the truth?”
“By the way, we have heard some strange stories recently.”
Alphage-sama grinned. Wah, his smile is so dark.
“Some strange stories?”
“They speak of the Blessing of the Saintess as a cure for all kinds of diseases. If my memory doesn’t play tricks on me, then I’m certain that the Blessing of the Saintess does not have such effects. Moreover, it has been said that only royalty is able to eat it. No one should be aware of such an effect if it had one. I wonder why such misunderstanding was circulating around?”
“... Because the Blessing of the Saintess is used as a diet for the sick?”
His Majesty asked and Alphage-sama nodded.
“Of course there would be that, too. However, the information was being spread with distortions. It is highly possible that someone intentionally spread the information. Therefore, I investigated and found several nobles who seemed to have intentionally spread the information. I will submit the list to you.”
“... Mhm.”
“Furthermore, when my little sister held an event the other day to spread the deliciousness of the Blessing of the Saintess, there were people who wanted a share of it to take home. The defendant’s side would like to call those people as witnesses.”
“Alright, permission granted.”
The presiding judge's face cramped. Because there were so many of them. One by one, they began to explain why they had asked for the Blessing of the Saintess. How much and from whom they had bought it. With tears in their eyes, they said that they knew it was a sin, but they were feeding the patients, clinging to the ray of hope.
The scribe was so desperate, I felt sorry for him. I couldn't bear to see him go, so I asked Niisama to give him a helping hand.
“I had compiled their testimonies. I will submit it as evidence.”
“Accepted.”
Oh, the scribe was obviously relieved. I'm sorry, but if we don't let them appeal, the guilt of the people who bought the Blessing of the Saintess might become even heavier. A live voice is better than a piece of paper, right?
“Please try to match the names on the list we submitted as evidence.”
“... This is… a perfect match! In other words, the culprits are the nobles on this list!”
Nono, I would be troubled if it ended here. I have worked this hard to catch the lizard in its entirety. I wouldn’t be so thorough if it was only for the tail.
(Niisama.)
Elder brother nodded when he heard my voice.
“Wait a moment please! Please read the testimony carefully. The timing is strange. There are people who received the Blessing of the Saintess right after Mitchell-dono’s imprisonment.”
“Muu…”
“Therefore, I request Count Marsh’s testimony!”
“Mhm. Granted.”
Count Marsh must be sitting in the gallery. I have been talking to Alphage-sama while waiting for him to come up.
(We dragged him in well.)
(... The real battle starts now.)
(With your strategy, I believe I can beat that bastard to a pulp, Rosarin.)
(... I will try to live up to your expectations.)
Count Marsh stood in a witness box as a witness. That's right. It starts here.
“Count Marsh. I ask you about the administration of the Blessing of the Saintess. Could it have been stolen?”
“... Yes. I have taken measures to prevent it, but it has been stolen.”
Yeah, he’s just trying to conceal his crimes as a theft. That’s not going to happen. I gave instructions to Alphage-sama.
“Your Honor, we will submit our own research on the flow of money.”
“... Mhm.”
“Do you understand? Obviously, the amount of money doesn’t match up.”
“In other words, you are saying there are other accomplices?”
The judge who was playing the role of the prosecutor, and got quite a bit in the role, spoke up. He was quite perceptive. It was smart of me to request a person with a good head on his shoulders.
“... I think it’s only natural to think that way.”
Alphage-sama laughed with a grin. You are enjoying this, aren't you?
“So, can the defendant prove who the accomplice is?”
“... There is a curious coincidence, Your Honor. The nobles who sold the Blessing of the Saintess that were named were the same ones who were drinking with Mitchell-dono the night he was captured. However, there was one person who was not named.”
The prosecuting judge looked at Count Marsh. Alphage-sama grinned cheerfully.
“And if we change our perspective… their motive makes sense, too.”
“Change our perspective?”
“Yes, let's think about it from another point of view. Who benefited from the Rattle family's fall the most?”
Everyone looked at Count Marsh with a flabbergasted expression. Mm-hmm, secret technique! The art of not pointing out the culprit, but letting them figure it out on their own! It’s in!!
“I, I am unrelated to this!”
“My, oh my, we did not say it was you, though? That’s weird, isn’t it, Ru?”
“Indeed, Alphage-sama. You have only suggested the possibility that there is someone who would benefit from the loss of the Rattle family… or do you perhaps have an idea?”
As expected of Alphage-sama. What a nasty expression he has. Elder brother also spoke with sarcasm while smiling. This must be the worst tag team ever!
“Guh.”
“... Count Marsh, the territories and fields managed by the Rattle family were managed by your distant relative after the imprisonment of Mitchell-dono, right?”
The presiding judge confirmed with Count Marsh.
“... Yes.”
“You have always wanted to manage the Blessing of the Saintess, haven’t you?”
“... Yes. However, I haven’t done anything! I’m also a victim!”
“Then why did you not report the damage?”
Elder brother inquired from Count Marsh.
“Y, you have seen that field yourself, haven’t you! Because I wanted to cover up the fact that the cultivation wasn't going well!”
That makes sense. Rather than framing the Rattle family and making them the main culprits of his diversion, he decided that hiding the fact that the cultivation wasn't going well would be a lesser crime.
That's not bad. But I'm not going to let him get away with it.
“Mhm. What do you think? Defendant’s side?”
Alphage-sama signaled. He’s taking a different approach, isn’t he? I also think that’s a good idea. When I conveyed my agreement, Alphage-sama made a proposal to the presiding judge.
“We believe that there is a possibility of an accomplice existing. Count Marsh says that he is not related to this matter. In that case, we request testimony from other suspects.”
“!?”
“Hm, granted.”
“Count Marsh, you will be called again later, so please wait in the meanwhile.”
Count Marsh was pale. Of course he is. You can't expect those nobles to protect you. And my prediction came true.
“W, we have been framed!”
“It was Count Marsh’s doing!”
“We were only asked to mediate by him!”
Ahhahha. Just as I expected. Alphage-sama was also chuckling. The nobles Count Marsh surrounded himself with, all pointed their fingers at him. My Elder brother was also dumbfounded.
“In the first place, he wanted us to help him set up the Rattle family because he wanted to manage the Blessings of the Saintess on hi---”Shut up! Shut up! Shut up!!”
Count Marsh snapped. He can’t have them revealing that, right?
“You are trying to frame me! I'm innocent! Don't drag me into this!”
It’s about time. The suspicion was starting to solidify. I asked my Elder brother to go with the proposal.
“... Presiding judge, please allow Count Marsh to testify.”
Count Marsh, who is now in the witness box again, looked exhausted. Mm, mhm, looks good. There’s still more to tell, though.
“Count Marsh, they say that you framed them. Why is that?”
“I am not involved in this matter. They did it of their own accord. I certainly had a drink with Mitchell, but I only listened to my Mitchell’s… my old friend’s complaints! I was close with the other nobles involved too, but they're trying to blame me to lessen their own guilt! There's no evidence that I was complicit in any of this!”
Yes, there is no evidence at this time. At this point, it's just a suspicion. We are going to corner you even more!
“Then, what about the Archogi Company?”
“!?”
Niisama is having too much fun~ He is very upset, isn’t he? Not only did he disgrace his beloved teacher, he also caused the Blessing of the Saintess to wither, after all.
“Your Honor, the defendant’s side nominates Mr. Archogi was a new witness.”
“... Mhm, permission granted.”
The Mr. Archogi? in the witness box was... Eh? Isn't he too skinny? What? That’s the real deal?? He’s more haggard than skinny, isn’t he? Ra, Ravioli-saaan!?
I was confused. However, Archogi gave his testimony earnestly.
“I was complicit in the Mr. Rattle’s fabrication of false contract documents regarding the selling of the Blessings of the Saintess, and keeping the Rattle family under surveillance and in financial distress at the request of Count Marsh over there. I trusted the Count, but in the end, he falsified my documents and made me his pawn, too”
“Don’t utter such lies! I call nonsense!”
"Count Marsh, now is not the time for you to speak. Mr. Archogi, what is the reason for making the Rattle family’s financial distress?”
“Count Marsh could not grow the Blessing of the Saintess well. The second son and the youngest son of the Rattle family are Revelation possessors, so he must have intended to take them in and nurture them.”
“Lies! He speaks lies! He’s trying to frame me! Lies! Lies! Lieees!!”
The presiding judge let out a sigh.
“Count Marsh seems to be confused. We will take a short break and resume in half an hour!”
Fufufu, we have cornered him well. Milfi and I will be participating in the second half too! I’m so fired up!
Here comes the trial!This time, my brother and Alphage-sama participated as defense attorneys. I explained the trial system of Rin's world to the presiding judge and the judge beforehand, and this was the first time we tried it. So I made a big publicity stunt, and once again, the nobles of Wolfanea gathered in large numbers & royalty was present as well! Me? I'll be there to support them with my earring-type magic tools from the spectator seats.The judge will act as the prosecutor. The knights will be there instead of the police.The judge read out his opening statement, and then the presiding judge spoke to Mitchell-san.Now then, offender Mitchell Rattle. You are accused of selling the Blessing of the Saintess through illegal channels. Is that correct?Yes.However, we were unable to comprehend the flow of the money. Just what means did you use to do this?... IMitchell-san glanced at me. I nodded at him. Go, it's time for the counterattack!I was not selling the Blessing of the Saintess in the first place, so I think it's only natural that you couldn't investigate the flow of the money.The place fell got noisy.Quiet! Tell me, Mitchell. Why did you admit to the crime you did not commit?... Because they threatened to kill my wife and children.The place got noisy again.Q, quiet! Why did you resort to telling the truth this time then?That's because the situation has changed. Mitchell-dono's son has made a contract with us. He was our collaborator in the cultivation experiments in Wolfanea, and this is where we have learned of Mitchell-dono's plight. At the moment, Mitchell-dono's family is under the protection of my Rosenberg family.Elder brother informed. The presiding judge nodded.So now that your family's safety is assured, you are ready to tell the truth?By the way, we have heard some strange stories recently.Alphage-sama grinned. Wah, his smile is so dark.Some strange stories?They speak of the Blessing of the Saintess as a cure for all kinds of diseases. If my memory doesn't play tricks on me, then I'm certain that the Blessing of the Saintess does not have such effects. Moreover, it has been said that only royalty is able to eat it. No one should be aware of such an effect if it had one. I wonder why such misunderstanding was circulating around?... Because the Blessing of the Saintess is used as a diet for the sick?His Majesty asked and Alphage-sama nodded.Of course there would be that, too. However, the information was being spread with distortions. It is highly possible that someone intentionally spread the information. Therefore, I investigated and found several nobles who seemed to have intentionally spread the information. I will submit the list to you.... Mhm.Furthermore, when my little sister held an event the other day to spread the deliciousness of the Blessing of the Saintess, there were people who wanted a share of it to take home. The defendant's side would like to call those people as witnesses.Alright, permission granted.The presiding judge's face cramped. Because there were so many of them. One by one, they began to explain why they had asked for the Blessing of the Saintess. How much and from whom they had bought it. With tears in their eyes, they said that they knew it was a sin, but they were feeding the patients, clinging to the ray of hope.The scribe was so desperate, I felt sorry for him. I couldn't bear to see him go, so I asked Niisama to give him a helping hand.I had compiled their testimonies. I will submit it as evidence.Accepted.Oh, the scribe was obviously relieved. I'm sorry, but if we don't let them appeal, the guilt of the people who bought the Blessing of the Saintess might become even heavier. A live voice is better than a piece of paper, right?Please try to match the names on the list we submitted as evidence.... This is a perfect match! In other words, the culprits are the nobles on this list!Nono, I would be troubled if it ended here. I have worked this hard to catch the lizard in its entirety. I wouldn't be so thorough if it was only for the tail.Niisama.Elder brother nodded when he heard my voice.Wait a moment please! Please read the testimony carefully. The timing is strange. There are people who received the Blessing of the Saintess right after Mitchell-dono's imprisonment.MuuTherefore, I request Count Marsh's testimony!Mhm. Granted.Count Marsh must be sitting in the gallery. I have been talking to Alphage-sama while waiting for him to come up.We dragged him in well.... The real battle starts now.With your strategy, I believe I can beat that bastard to a pulp, Rosarin.... I will try to live up to your expectations.Count Marsh stood in a witness box as a witness. That's right. It starts here.Count Marsh. I ask you about the administration of the Blessing of the Saintess. Could it have been stolen?... Yes. I have taken measures to prevent it, but it has been stolen.Yeah, he's just trying to conceal his crimes as a theft. That's not going to happen. I gave instructions to Alphage-sama.Your Honor, we will submit our own research on the flow of money.... Mhm.Do you understand? Obviously, the amount of money doesn't match up.In other words, you are saying there are other accomplices?The judge who was playing the role of the prosecutor, and got quite a bit in the role, spoke up. He was quite perceptive. It was smart of me to request a person with a good head on his shoulders.... I think it's only natural to think that way.Alphage-sama laughed with a grin. You are enjoying this, aren't you?So, can the defendant prove who the accomplice is?... There is a curious coincidence, Your Honor. The nobles who sold the Blessing of the Saintess that were named were the same ones who were drinking with Mitchell-dono the night he was captured. However, there was one person who was not named.The prosecuting judge looked at Count Marsh. Alphage-sama grinned cheerfully.And if we change our perspective their motive makes sense, too.Change our perspective?Yes, let's think about it from another point of view. Who benefited from the Rattle family's fall the most?Everyone looked at Count Marsh with a flabbergasted expression. Mm-hmm, secret technique! The art of not pointing out the culprit, but letting them figure it out on their own! It's in!!I, I am unrelated to this!My, oh my, we did not say it was you, though? That's weird, isn't it, Ru?Indeed, Alphage-sama. You have only suggested the possibility that there is someone who would benefit from the loss of the Rattle family or do you perhaps have an idea?As expected of Alphage-sama. What a nasty expression he has. Elder brother also spoke with sarcasm while smiling. This must be the worst tag team ever!Guh.... Count Marsh, the territories and fields managed by the Rattle family were managed by your distant relative after the imprisonment of Mitchell-dono, right?The presiding judge confirmed with Count Marsh.... Yes.You have always wanted to manage the Blessing of the Saintess, haven't you?... Yes. However, I haven't done anything! I'm also a victim!Then why did you not report the damage?Elder brother inquired from Count Marsh.Y, you have seen that field yourself, haven't you! Because I wanted to cover up the fact that the cultivation wasn't going well!That makes sense. Rather than framing the Rattle family and making them the main culprits of his diversion, he decided that hiding the fact that the cultivation wasn't going well would be a lesser crime.That's not bad. But I'm not going to let him get away with it.Mhm. What do you think? Defendant's side?Alphage-sama signaled. He's taking a different approach, isn't he? I also think that's a good idea. When I conveyed my agreement, Alphage-sama made a proposal to the presiding judge.We believe that there is a possibility of an accomplice existing. Count Marsh says that he is not related to this matter. In that case, we request testimony from other suspects.!?Hm, granted.Count Marsh, you will be called again later, so please wait in the meanwhile.Count Marsh was pale. Of course he is. You can't expect those nobles to protect you. And my prediction came true.W, we have been framed!It was Count Marsh's doing!We were only asked to mediate by him!Ahhahha. Just as I expected. Alphage-sama was also chuckling. The nobles Count Marsh surrounded himself with, all pointed their fingers at him. My Elder brother was also dumbfounded.In the first place, he wanted us to help him set up the Rattle family because he wanted to manage the Blessings of the Saintess on hi---Shut up! Shut up! Shut up!!Count Marsh snapped. He can't have them revealing that, right?You are trying to frame me! I'm innocent! Don't drag me into this!It's about time. The suspicion was starting to solidify. I asked my Elder brother to go with the proposal.... Presiding judge, please allow Count Marsh to testify.Count Marsh, who is now in the witness box again, looked exhausted. Mm, mhm, looks good. There's still more to tell, though.Count Marsh, they say that you framed them. Why is that?I am not involved in this matter. They did it of their own accord. I certainly had a drink with Mitchell, but I only listened to my Mitchell's my old friend's complaints! I was close with the other nobles involved too, but they're trying to blame me to lessen their own guilt! There's no evidence that I was complicit in any of this!Yes, there is no evidence at this time. At this point, it's just a suspicion. We are going to corner you even more!Then, what about the Archogi Company?!?Niisama is having too much fun~ He is very upset, isn't he? Not only did he disgrace his beloved teacher, he also caused the Blessing of the Saintess to wither, after all.Your Honor, the defendant's side nominates Mr. Archogi was a new witness.... Mhm, permission granted.The Mr. Archogi? in the witness box was... Eh? Isn't he too skinny? What? That's the real deal?? He's more haggard than skinny, isn't he? Ra, Ravioli-saaan!?I was confused. However, Archogi gave his testimony earnestly.I was complicit in the Mr. Rattle's fabrication of false contract documents regarding the selling of the Blessings of the Saintess, and keeping the Rattle family under surveillance and in financial distress at the request of Count Marsh over there. I trusted the Count, but in the end, he falsified my documents and made me his pawn, tooDon't utter such lies! I call nonsense!"Count Marsh, now is not the time for you to speak. Mr. Archogi, what is the reason for making the Rattle family's financial distress?Count Marsh could not grow the Blessing of the Saintess well. The second son and the youngest son of the Rattle family are Revelation possessors, so he must have intended to take them in and nurture them.Lies! He speaks lies! He's trying to frame me! Lies! Lies! Lieees!!The presiding judge let out a sigh.Count Marsh seems to be confused. We will take a short break and resume in half an hour!Fufufu, we have cornered him well. Milfi and I will be participating in the second half too! I'm so fired up!
