I Became the World’s Strongest Without Fighting~ All the Beautiful, Cheat-Class Girls Are Courting Me Because of My [Love] Skill~ - Chapter 29 - Thoughts and Imperial Decree 2

Chapter 29 – Thoughts and Imperial Decree 2

“I apologize. I hesitated a bit to convey the content.”

“It’s totally fine! What is it?”

Fendel-san then took out a sealed envelope from his chest and handed it to me.

“I’ll be straight with you. This is an imperial decree from the Britain Human Empire. In other words——”

When the seal was turned over—there was a seal imprint. The seal imprint is the national symbol of Britain Human Empire, a human figure wearing a crown.

“-——Rito Arnell-sama has been ordered to appear before the King.”

“…………Eh?”

I couldn’t help but make a dumb noise.

I can understand if the Living National Treasures were summoned, but why is there a direct order from The King to summon me?

“Rest assured. I haven’t asked for details, but I heard that The King wanted to ask Arnell-sama about the mass murders.”

What The King wants to ask… I honestly have no idea.

“The King also wants it to be kept confidential, and not to be communicated to anyone connected with Arnell-sama. The date is tomorrow, the time can be any time of the day. A Reebo will be ready at the specified time.”

“…Confidential, huh?”

I don’t really get the need to keep it confidential and secretive, but I might be able to help solve this bizarre mass murder case.

If that’s the case, my wish will come true.

“Understood. Any time after this time is fine.”

I’m sure the girls will go around the city tomorrow as well, so by this time everyone should be gone.

“In that case, I will convey the message. Then tomorrow, please approach the reception desk and ask for me.”

Fendel-san bowed beautifully, turned away and put his  hand on the doorknob.

At that moment, he stopped and turned around again.

“Arnell-sama, I have one request.”

“Yes?”

His stern expression slightly deteriorated, and his face looked troubled.

“I have heard that you are committed to solving the mass murder case. If the culprit is caught, I want him brought before the law.”

“Law, huh…”

I think it’s normal for criminals to be judged by the law. I wonder if he’s saying this to prevent the girls from doing something.

“Yes. The king will not forgive the culprit who has struck fear into Britain Human Empire. They will likely be publicly executed, their head put on display. I want you to stop that from happening.”

The culture of public execution and displaying heads is gradually fading. If the culture has not died out here, the mass murderer would be beheaded at The King’s discretion.

“Public execution and displaying heads are cruel practices. If the goal is to ensure the people’s peace of mind, it would be enough to inform them that the culprit has been dealt with accordingly. Resorting to public execution and displaying heads to appease public anger raises questions about our national character.”

I started thinking.

Public executions and displaying heads, and the people thinking or saying ‘serve him right!’ in response.

There is no doubt that the serial killer is guilty. That is an undeniable fact, but the spectacle seems worse and foolish.

“Okay, okay. I’ll discuss it with the others.”

When I said this, Fendel-san bowed his head, thanked me and left the room.