Evan D. Sherden, Manipulated Scenarios (3)

It took quite a long time to explain the rough situation to Miriam and convince her.

Hmm, I see.

Miriam opened her eyes as she sipped from a glass of liquor that Evan had offered as a bribe a high-end honey wine from Brotherhood Brewery that hadnt yet been released in the market.

For example, youre planning to use me as bait to pull out those who are frightened by you, hiding in the shadows, and purge them, right?

Something like that.

Thats not a bad idea. Sherden looks bright and happy on the outside, but not all of its members are happy with their situation. Until just a few years ago, those who dreamed of being more powerful attempted to betray us.

Only now, all those people were hiding in front of Evans absolute force, but that didnt mean they disappeared altogether. They were waiting for the moment when Evan disappeared or weakened.

Well, I thought if they dont do anything bad, we can let them goI guess you have a different opinion. Evan, you are different.

Mother Miriam, what do you think of me?

I just told you, didnt I? If I dont see it, I dont bother touching it even if there are bugs in the room. Evan, on the other hand, you feel relieved only after scouring, disinfecting, and finally changing the whole house and creating a new one.

Ugh!

Evan wanted to refute it tremendously, but he couldnt! Why did mothers all have such superpowers? Evan couldnt deny that Miriam was one of the final villains of Yo-Ma Great War 3. In that sense, he strongly requested her help again.

Im sure its possible with Mother Miriams charisma. Whats more, the second wife of the Marquis is perfect for drawing out greedy things!

If it werent for your existence, Evan, it wouldnt have been so strange for others even if I said Id destroy the Marquis family. But think about it. Eric firmly takes his place, and youre in full cooperation with Eric in charge of the Dungeon Knights. Wouldnt people think I dont know my position if I try to hatch a wicked plot?

If Mother Miriam were the only one to go, people would think so. But what if the power of the temple plots? No, what if they work with you, Mother Miriam?

Yes, Evan was going to make Serpina another axis of evil! Was that all? Maybell, co-chairman of Brotherhood Corporation, had to be a villain. If these three women came together, the plan to swallow the Marquis would seem reasonable! And if he moved some of the big guilds that were cooperating with Evan now, everything would be clear. Evan shuddered at his sudden plan. This was it. He was confident that he could create a more compelling story than Yo-Ma Great War 3!

Uh, uh, how many people are you willing to sacrifice for this prank, Evan?

Enough to gain the persuasion of the authorities.

Phew, sometimes I feel like Im talking to unnie Redine when Im talking to you.

If you say that, Ill tell it to my mother.

Evan had some empathy, but he pretended not to know because it was clear that his mother would scold him if he expressed such an opinion. Miriam, who noticed the feeling, spoke with a snort.

Anyway, yes. Its funny, but its also a good idea. If you put the trash together, youll naturally be able to pick the gems. Evan, isnt that what you meant? Finding people to trust and assign the job.

As expected of Mother Miriam. You got the point right away.

So, youre going to need other characters? They will filter the trash and clean up the gemstones.

Oh, good characters? Ive already thought about some people. Its the Phoenix Guild. Its a big guild that Im very close to.

Eloa, who finally became the master of the Phoenix Guild, became Evans close friend after traveling to Mana Road with Beloissometimes, she made hot comments, glistening about Evans wealth or power, but Evan neatly ignored it.

The Phoenix Guild is famous for having a strong force of mana swordsmen. Its definitely in a good position, especially since it has had a close relationship with the Sherden family since the Demon Invasion, so the casual relationship is clear. Thats good.

Then lets make the plan like that lets talk about the details later. Ill go to the mansion.

The plan was based on the power of Sherden, so of course, he should talk to Marquis and Eric. Of course, he didnt mean to bring his entire family into the play, but at least they should understand Miriam.

Evan, you havent forgotten the price, have you? This wine isnt enough. You should teach Liz about morality. She must be smart enough for the scholars of the royal family to be unable to click their tongues, and she must be sophisticated enough for the princess to step back.

I dont know about the former, but I think the latter would be easy. Just looking at the princess rolling in our knights

Yes, lets take the foreign princess as a standard.

It was painful to have Elizabeth, who showed outstanding talent in everything related to combat, study what she didnt want to, but she couldnt completely ignore her mothers will. In the end, he had no choice but to go into Elizabeths in-depth education. As expected, her resistance was very intense, but she agreed eventually.

If I memorize all of this, will you kiss me more? Then Ill memorize it right away!

Sure. But Liz, Im afraid an evil guy might fool you

Liz is going to be with Evan for the rest of her life, so its okay!

Yes, Im more worried about it

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The problem occurred before the full-fledged scenario manipulation.

That looks like a lot of fun.

Momother?

Redine, who was listening to Evan throughout the family meeting, expressed her willingness to participate!

Evan, why didnt you tell me when you told Miriam? Im disappointed.

No, but you dont usually get involved in the business of the Marquis

This kind of role is always welcome! The lawful wife struggles to protect the second wife, who secretly dreams of overthrowing the Marquis family. Finally, the woman of the house perfectly eliminates all the rats and protects the family! What a wonderful plan!

Unnie!? I think youre talking like Im terrible?

Oh, my God, Miriam. Thats just how the words came out in excitement. Everyone knows this is a play.

When Miriam squinted her eyes, Redine smiled and avoided her attention. Evan, who didnt know his mother would run into this story, hesitated quite a bit, but Redine, who realized her sons feelings, pushed harder.

At the end, the Marquis family will be chaotic. So, wouldnt it be neater for me to step up, the insider of the Marquis family? As I was originally close to Miriam, I am well-positioned to notice Miriams conspiracy, and her motive is clear. Its good to make a story that the Phoenix Guild and I work together.

Im pretty sure its a good idea.

Just talking so far made Evan feel like he was listening to the plot of the main quest. Even though he created a draft plan, listening to the story made it seem plausible.

Theres not much I want. Its just three bottles of the wine that Miriam brought with her today.

Mother

He was going to get robbed by his family even before he could sell it at a reasonable price. Even Eric, whose mouth was watering next to him, was disgusting for no reason. Meanwhile, the Marquis looked worried as he glanced at Miriam.

Its good to fake it, but what if Miriam gets stigmatized? Evan, do you have anything in mind?

If we succeed in pulling out all the dirt that had sunk deep into the bottom of the Sherden, and were done securing and nurturing people against it, then we dont have to play anymore. At that time, you and Mother Miriam will work together to clean up the thugs, and we will be able to finish the play.

As far as the term play goes, the plan was elegant. All the people who were playing the role of villain would die anyway, so they wouldnt be able to say anything, and those who were attached to the heroes would no longer be suspicious of the villain who threw away all they had taken.

Well, it needs to be announced that Mother Miriam was against Sherden and Mother Redine was for Sherden from the beginning.

Thats how we clear Sherdens scraps and find the right people to work withwell, its not bad. I think resources can be wasted, but since Brotherhood Corporation is making so much money anyway, it wont be a problem to spend that much.

Im a little excited. Ill have the Brotherhood Corporations full backing on me. Its thrilling to think even if its a lie.

Each of the parents had a good look on their faces with those words, but Evan smiled and shook his head the next minute.

What are you all saying? If youre going to be satisfied with the arrangement of Sherdens scraps, you wouldnt have opened the door in the first place.

Then what? Are you trying to catch an inside spy?

No, theres no such thing. Our extended family is immaculate right now, so you can trust them. I dont know what else theyll do if Mother Miriam goes into operation.

Then what?

What else remained if it wasnt to purify the problematic forces of Sherden or the internal details of the Marquis? Evan grinned as he saw the Marquis tilting his head. Redine squinted, saying, No way.

Were going to get the Demon race involved there.

As expected

The Marquis slowly exclaimed. It was quite natural. Who would be happier than anyone else if they collapsed from within? Extended family? Explorers? Royal family? No! They had been after Sherden once, and they would still be waiting for their gaps to be revealed! If he threw them a little piece of bait, they would be so happy that they would come running and bite it right now!

We can weave them together enough!

Due to Mother Miriam, they will expose their backs.

No, my responsibility has suddenly become too heavy. Evan, do you think I can fool the Demon race?

You can do it with your charisma, Mother Miriam.

Miriam trembled as if she were scared by the growing scale, but Evan did not fall for her act. History had already changed, but her potential didnt disappear. Her bold and meticulous personality was entirely innate. Because of her, Evan was able to dare to stage a play for humanity and the entire Demon Race.

But its too dangerous, Evan. There will also be a case where Miriam meets the Demon race in person. I cant put my beloved wife in such a dangerous situation.

Honey!

No, its okay. Im going to send bodyguards with her.

Bodyguards?

Yes.

Evan nodded as if to believe him as he explained further.

Sherdens strongest force at this point, Astray, should show a little crack so that the Demon race may think its real and crawl in. Theyll escort Mother Miriam, who would pretend that theyre on her side.

You have a very detailed plan, Evan

The following day, Evan selected from those who were the least expressive to escort Miriam.

It was Jhin, the 14-year-old boy archer.