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Conflict Boundary

Infantry, fall back! Archers to the fore!

Forma Igni Exore!

I was told the enemy outnumbered the Canarre Army by 50%,

yet an incredible performance by Louvent's forces,

led by my father, allowed us to take the fortress in the end.

The campaign lasted over a month,

and my father returned four days after my twelfth birthday.

As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World

As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World

Episode 7 Succession

Mother...

Is Father going to die?

Welcome home, all.

You did splendidly.

L-Lord Ars?

Did you injure yourself somehow?

Just training.

I'm fine. Don't worry about it.

But... how's Father?

It's as I wrote in my letter.

He performed admirably in battle...

But it caught up with him the moment the fighting was over, and he collapsed.

The long campaign on top of his already failing health has taken its toll.

Then this is my fault for forcing him to go.

O-Of course it isn't!

He was already in poor health.

You are not to blame, Lord Ars.

I appreciate your kind words.

If Father's condition changes, please let me know.

Where are you going?

More training.

Now?

But it's already so late.

I don't mind.

You think Lord Ars is okay?

The guys who stayed behind filled me in.

Apparently he's thrown himself headlong into daily training.

Hope he doesn't wind up bedridden, too.

Who could it be at this hour?

I'm terribly sorry to intrude like this.

Is Lord Ars at home?

Truly, please pardon the imposition.

Lady Licia?

What's the matter?

I can't apologize enough for arriving at this hour.

But I've grown terribly concerned about Lord Ars, and I...

He and I have been exchanging correspondence.

He's always written so warmly, conveying such honest emotion.

But I've sensed a change in his letters since the recent conflict started.

On the surface, they're no different, but...

How shall I put it? He seems almost... distant.

His letters lack the emotion they once expressed.

Has something happened to him?

Lady Licia, I beg you not to take offense.

He has his reasons—

I am not offended! I'm worried!

Please, tell me what's going on!

Go on, Rietz. Tell her.

Rietz...

Very well.

An execution?

Yeah.

Lord Ars is struggling with feelings of inadequacy for staying home,

and even more so, guilt that he may have exacerbated Lord Raven's condition.

How deplorable of me.

I call myself his betrothed, yet I was unable to help Lord Ars in his time of need.

May I ask where I could find Lord Ars right now?

Are you all right?!

I-I'm fine.

Lord A—

Lord Ars, you can't physically handle any more training.

Let's resume tomorrow.

No. Let's keep going.

My father fought bravely in even worse shape.

I want to be able to protect everyone, too!

Lady Licia? Didn't you wish to speak with him?

Now is not the time for me to reach out.

Lord Raven has regained consciousness!

Has he?

I'm so glad!

I'll let Lord Ars know at once!

Wait!

He wishes to speak with the three of you first.

You're here?

It seems I collapsed and caused you trouble again.

I am much obliged.

Sheesh, never seen the guy like this.

Did passing out send him off his rocker?

Charlotte!

It's all right.

I'm not speaking to you as your lord right now.

What do you mean by that?

How do you like your lives here?

It's like heaven compared to my life before.

I-I really enjoy mine!

This is pretty much home to me.

I see.

I called you here because there's something I must tell you.

I am not long for this world.

That can't be—

I know my body better than anyone.

So please, let me say this while I still can.

I didn't know what to make of you when Ars first brought you here.

Rietz, you're a Malkan. Charlotte, you're a woman.

Rosell, you were only five years old.

Yet you've all become pillars upholding our domain.

I'm grateful you came to House Louvent.

I'm proud of all of you.

I have a favor to ask.

It concerns Ars, of course.

He is not yet strong enough for the battlefield.

Thrusting the lordship upon him now is a cruel thing.

Standing at death's doorstep makes a man realize how much he's left undone.

I should have taken him to the battlefield while I was still well,

and taught him the harsh realities of the world while I could still protect him from them.

But now it's too late.

I beg you. I want you three to support Ars.

I ask you not as a lord,

but as a father!

I know I'm far from objective, but he's a kind boy, beloved by our people.

And, as you've proven, he has the ability to see the potential in others.

I'm proud to call him my son!

Please!

I-If not for Lord Ars,

I would have been criticized forever

and never reached an understanding with my family.

I want to study more and more to help Lord Ars, who gave me confidence!

I don't know much about the domain stuff,

but I want the future he's trying to achieve.

Ars is the one who gave my life meaning.

You didn't even have to ask.

I wouldn't serve anyone else.

I feel the same way.

Should anyone stand in Lord Ars's way,

I will fight until I'm the last man standing.

I swear to fight for Lord Ars, even if it kills me.

None of that, now.

Stay alive and protect Ars.

Lord Raven...

For taking all of us in...

We thank you!

Indeed.

Lord Raven, might I make one request?

Lady Licia, Lord Raven wishes to speak with you.

Go on in.

Thank you.

Pardon me.

It's a pleasure to meet you, Lord Raven.

My name is Licia Pleide.

I'm sorry we had to meet in this manner.

No, I must apologize for seeing you in this condition.

Do you remember the first time we met?

We've met before?

Yes. You see, I was the one who requested your engagement to Ars.

When I first saw you, I thought you an overly precocious child.

I'm hungry!

You can eat later.

Be good for now, okay?

But I soon realized you had a deep kindness within you.

I remember thinking I wanted someone like you by Ars's side.

Lord Raven...

Licia, House Louvent's territory is small,

and my son may prove unreliable, but...

Not at all!

It's true that Lord Ars's kindness can make him vulnerable.

But...

He's trying desperately to overcome that! To become more like you!

I see. You've fallen in love with Ars, then?

Yes. With all my heart.

Thank you.

As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World

Call in Ars.

As a Reincarnated Aristocrat, I'll Use My Appraisal Skill to Rise in the World

Welcome back.

All of you...

Lord Raven wishes to see Lord Ars.

Very well.

Um... Rietz?

I am grateful for your kindness.

It was nothing.

Father! I heard you'd regained consciousness.

What a relief! Are you feeling better?

Yes. I'm sorry to summon you at this hour.

Actually, while you were off fighting, I did all kinds of research on your illness.

There are herbal remedies I'd like to try.

I also heard tell of a skilled doctor in a neighboring province.

Once you recover—

You really have grown.

I must have been your age when I first decided to become a warrior.

I wasn't born in Lamberg, but a remote farming village in Missian Province.

The lord there was a tyrant who taxed us mercilessly.

The people were forced to live in poverty.

Unable to bear it, I ran away from home and fled to the city when I was ten.

The day I arrived, the governor of Missian happened to be visiting.

I'm not sure why. The local lord was holding a party, perhaps.

My memories of that time are vague, but there's one thing I recall clearly.

The bearing and grandeur of the governor sent my heart racing.

I resolved to become the kind of man

who could be governor and lead many soldiers.

I studied the sword on my own and became a soldier.

I fought with all my heart, was recognized for my deeds,

and was appointed by Lord Lumeire.

The next thing I knew, I had my own domain.

Time really does fly.

My retainers, my citizens, my family...

Everyone who lives in Lamberg is a treasure in my eyes.

I've devoted my life to protecting them.

Are you all right?!

Ars...

I understand you feel responsible for my condition.

You aren't.

This is how I chose to live!

You don't need to feel responsible. Not in the slightest.

Father...

I...

Ars.

Take care of them for me.

Please...

I will.

I see more readiness in your face now.

I suppose being my son has been a great burden for you.

Not at all.

I'm glad to be your son.

Listen to you, sounding like a man.

How are things going with Licia?

She's a force to be reckoned with.

That's her mother's blood in action, more than Hammond's.

Oh, that's right! Are you close with Lord Hammond?

Yes.

I was about sixteen when Lord Lumeire ordered the two of us to have a mock battle.

A mock battle?

He was a funny one.

During the battle, you see...

We ended up talking all through the night.

Then...

By the next morning, my father was gone.

Year 212 of the Summerforth Calendar

Kreiz, Wren. Come here.

Say goodbye to our father.

Lord Ars...

My father taught me many things.

He was an incredible man.

I spoke with him at length last night, before he passed on.

He entrusted Lamberg—all of you—to my care.

I'm not as strong as my father.

But...

Just as he did, I swear to care about you more than anyone,

and to protect you!

So please, lend me your aid!

You know we will!

I'd do anything for you, Lord Ars!

Yeah!

You'll do just fine, Lord Ars!

We'll protect you in Lord Raven's stead!

One, two...

Give it your best, Lord Ars!

Pops...

Are you all right?

It's no big deal. I can keep going.

Rest, Charlotte.

Save that desperate effort for when it's Ars on the battlefield.

You got it, Pops.

Lord Raven...

Staying up this late to study?

Oh, I, um...

I was hoping to be of use to Lord Ars as soon as possible.

You're still just a child.

You have plenty of time to grow and mature.

Don't push yourself too hard.

Take your time growing up alongside Ars.

Lord Raven...

I should be going now.

Licia.

Remain close by Ars's side and support him.

Lord Raven...

Forgive me if this feeling is inappropriate,

but I'm delighted to be here right now!

Thank you, everyone.

Father, please watch over us all.

As of today, I am the master of House Louvent!

The legend of House Louvent begins now.

You hear the rumors? The governor of Missian was assassinated.

Yeah.

Killed by his own son during a succession dispute, right?

What a cruel world.

I'd love to hear more about that.

And maybe you'll treat me to a drink on the side?

Lord Ars, we've received an invitation from Canarre's headman.

All right. Let's go!

We're all in the same boat here, so don't worry!

You've never been to the sea. How'd you learn about boats?

Rosell said it!

What? Me?!

Next Time A New Generation

Next time: "A New Generation."