In the Name of Empress-Chapter 606 - 354: You Are the Best Boss

"Did I do something wrong?"

In a luxurious mansion in Val City, Sofia raises her wine glass, calmly looking at Roland across the room.

Three hours had passed since King Franz received the family combo meal.

With Roland and Sofia's abilities, they travel fast enough to rival birds, allowing them to leave the crime scene and return to their residence in Val City within three hours.

After the Rodinia Alliance was established, no country wished for the headquarters to be located in another nation, so the compromise was to restore Val City State to a neutral status and act as the alliance's headquarters.

The heads of state and political figures have set up offices and bought luxurious homes in this city of friendship.

The world seems like a circle.

Val City State was divided during the continental conference, planting the seeds for the war which later swept across the Rodinia Continent and even neighboring areas.

Val City State was annexed by several major countries during the conference, while the Weimar Federation protested because it couldn't sit at the table.

However, years have passed, and Val City State remains, whereas the more powerful Weimar Federation is gone.

Val City State not only exists but has become the future central city of the continent.

The city of friendship tacitly agreed upon by several major nations is bound to radiate new vitality.

As the Empress of the Vladimir Empire, having a mansion in Val City is normal.

Sofia didn't come here to establish an alibi, as she really didn't care if others knew the truth.

Knowing, so what, would they seek revenge at the Summer Palace or Arctic Glacier?

Even if she admits it, it doesn't mean the Tirol Kingdom dares to accept it.

Friends who often annihilate entire families know that you can only remain unscathed if you possess superpowers that surpass the law.

Clearly, Sofia has those superpowers.

She came to Val City just because she had to attend some public events.

Because she hadn't shown her face for a while, some people even thought she couldn't wield her blade anymore.

Indeed, she hesitated because of her star path choice and weakened due to abandoning the Power of Frosty Winter, but her weakest window period had passed.

Even now, during her recovery period, she is not a target for ordinary Transcendents to provoke.

Queen Sisi is a probing warrior of the King of the Dark Race, her power isn't weak, but it's not particularly strong either.

Killing her is nothing significant for Sofia.

Queen Sisi has always built a tragic character of being oppressed, striving to leave everyone with the impression of being a "nemesis" tied to Sofia through sensational marketing.

However, marketing means nothing in the face of absolute power.

It shatters upon contact.

After killing this "nemesis" who had been provoking for years, Sofia felt a bit complicated, so she tossed the question to Roland. 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺

She could easily joke, but Roland wasn't feeling as cheerful.

Killing is briefly satisfying, but cleaning up is like a funeral.

The Tirol Kingdom, after all, is a top kingdom nearing imperial status, and with the Odin Empire's declaration, it's only a step away from the empire's threshold.

In an extreme mobilization state, the manpower that the Tirol Kingdom can muster is no less than that of the Wende Empire, which is in decline.

If the successor of the kingdom publicly reveals the truth about the old king's family's death, it might unite the Tirol Kingdom.

At the very least, they would demand an explanation from Sofia.

What would other countries think?

In short, a mess.

Sofia was in a good mood, with a long-missed smile returning to her serene face, and the stimulation from alcohol added a touch of charm to her cheeks.

Clearly, it had been a long time since she felt this good.

Her good mood contrasted with Roland's complicated feelings.

It's hard to predict the Tirol Kingdom's reaction, and resolving the aftermath is a headache.

But for now, he couldn't contradict Sofia.

"This is retaliation against the assassin, no issues whatsoever."

Sofia was pleased with Roland's answer, her lips slightly rising, and her voice carrying a faint hint of softness compared to usual.

"How do you plan to handle the aftermath? If it's difficult, you could make appropriate compensation."

Sofia knew that handling this situation was tough, at least she couldn't manage it.

Even for Roland, it's likely a headache.

She's already imposed huge demands on Roland's work and naturally didn't want to make it difficult for him.

Though Sofia was willing to compromise, Roland wasn't happy.

"Sofia, if someone else was handling this, how much would you think they should compromise?"

Sofia tentatively replied, "Consideration in the future distribution of interests, economic compensation to the deceased's family?"

Her level of political skill indeed surpassed that of an ordinary monarch, but her foundation for governing the nation was built on absolute influence through superior force.

Her political ability was not on par with Roland, otherwise she wouldn't have specifically asked Roland for help.

Since there was no answer, she habitually played the role of a hands-off manager.

"You are the Cardinal Minister, you know better than I do, what do you think we should do?"

Roland looked at Sofia with a serious expression and said solemnly, "What are you saying, how could we compensate them?"

"I was just considering whether we should demand significant compensation from the Tirol Kingdom for you, how could you think of compensating them?"

Roland raised his wine glass, drank the sweet, rich wine aged eighty-two years, and chuckled as the aroma of the wine wafted around.

Sofia paused for a moment, then laughed along.

Truly worthy of Roland, his thoughts indeed differ from others.

Seeking Roland's assistance was undoubtedly the right choice.

She smiled and asked, "What do you plan to do?"

"I will directly issue an ultimatum to the Tirol Kingdom, demanding a thorough investigation into the fact that Queen Sisi's body is an Enchanting Demon from the Dark Race, and demanding an explanation for Queen Sisi sending someone to assassinate our Emperor."