He Became The Most Insane Emperor Of All Time [EN]: Chapter 293

Became the Crazy Emperor – Episode 293

I Became the Greatest Crazy Emperor Episode 293

“The war is over, citizens of the Empire! Now, rest assured and return to your livelihoods!”

“Waaah! Long live the Empire!”

“Long live!”

The war was over. Or, more accurately, the Empire’s long struggle had ended.

It was a complete victory, making the days when the young Emperor ascended the throne and the future seemed uncertain feel like a distant memory.

Now, no force remained in this world to threaten the Empire. All had either surrendered or become allies of the Empire.

Of course, beyond this planetary world, in the universe and other dimensions, potential enemies remained, but that was no reason not to celebrate today’s victory.

“Wahahaha! Drink! Let’s drink until we drop dead today!”

“Yeah, we can’t hold back on a day like this!”

“All drinks are free today!”

People were overjoyed. Soldiers who survived the battlefield, those waiting for their families in the rear, and even the Empire’s allies all celebrated.

Everyone was busy spending the night celebrating, anticipating a bright future.

But not everyone could do that.

“It seems like things will be even more troublesome from now on. Governing this vast Empire will surely be more difficult than war.”

“That is correct, Crown Prince. But do not worry. Your servants will assist Your Highness and His Majesty.”

It is said that those with more to protect have a harder time. The current Empire was just like that.

Even though enemies no longer remained, the Empire, now so vast, was in danger of collapsing under its own weight.

“Let’s examine things one by one. What do you think we should discuss first?”

“Of course, it is disarmament… but unplanned disarmament could bring chaos.”

“Hmm, I agree.”

Even if no enemies remain, the army cannot be completely disbanded. Moreover, strictly speaking, the Empire’s potential enemies had not completely disappeared.

“Intelligence from the Human Federation reports that the Celestial Race from other dimensions is currently quiet. They are probably trying to recover.”

“I see, Ambassador James. Then, what about the movements of ‘those’?”

“If you are referring to the mutated chimeras spread throughout the universe by the Beast King, frankly, the situation is not good.”

While the Celestial Race, their momentum weakened, were busy licking their wounds, the chimeras spread by the Beast King mechanically increased their numbers.

Their individual power was still weak, so they were either repelled by the dimensions’ own forces or exterminated by the armies sent by the Federation, but…

“The problem is that we cannot find or kill them all. Unfortunately, it is only a matter of time before they gain power.”

“So, winning isn’t really winning…”

“It’s not necessarily a pessimistic view. The game of the gods is over, and we have broken free from the shackles of the Creator God, haven’t we?”

At Ambassador James’s words, Leon nodded, but his thoughts became complicated.

The Creator God was dead. It meant victory, but on the other hand, he wondered if it was entirely a good thing.

Of course, living as slaves to the Creator God was unacceptable. But according to the revealed truth, the Creator God’s existence meant that there was at least a framework of ‘rules,’ so dimensions did not wage war against each other.

But now, there were no such restrictions left at all.

“The bigger problem is the alien races. They are consolidating their power. Therefore, we humans must also unite.”

“Ambassador James, there are alien races in the Empire as well. No, they are also part of humanity. Be careful with your words.”

“I apologize. But Your Highness knows what the problem is, doesn’t he? There are clearly alien races hostile to the Empire throughout the universe and other dimensions. The Human Federation is ready to continue helping the Empire to fight against the enemies of humanity.”

The Crown Prince sighed at Ambassador James’s words.

The war was over, but in reality, a new war was waiting. Moreover, that war was less of a war filled with noble causes and more of a dogfight among the remaining factions after the great enemy, the Creator God, disappeared.

In the meantime, the truly dangerous enemies of the Empire would regain their strength and come back.

‘What would Father have done?’

Crown Prince Leon suddenly had that thought. It was even more so because he was managing the state affairs on behalf of his father.

His father, who was far more capable than himself, would have made a wiser decision on this matter. But now was not the time to rely on him.

“In any case, now is the time to promote development. Ambassador James will also agree with that.”

“Of course, Your Highness.”

The Crown Prince decided to take a breath, as if postponing the decision for now.

In fact, there was no need to postpone it; the Empire clearly needed time to recover.

Perhaps in the future, the enemy within could become more dangerous than the enemy outside.

* * *

“Congratulations on your ascension, Your Majesty.”

“Hmm.”

As originally planned, Kyle became the king of the Northern Demon Realm. Lizel, the demons of Hell, the converted demons, and even the imperial nobles who attended the coronation all congratulated him, but Kyle was uncomfortable with the crown on his head.

‘To become king before my brother… Well, my brother would be more comfortable with me quickly becoming the king of the Demon Realm.’

Originally, there were no plans to ascend to the throne this quickly. In terms of protocol, if he became king before the Crown Prince ascended to the throne, his brother might have to treat him with respect.

But the Crown Prince, who was currently ruling the Empire as regent, chose practicality over such protocol issues.

If Kyle could be made king immediately and rule the Demon Realm separately, it would reduce the burden of governing the Empire by half.

That meant Kyle had to shoulder that half of the burden, though.

‘Well, that’s what I wanted anyway.’

Kyle looked at the people gathered before him with that thought. They were all praising him, but each had different ulterior motives.

Some might try to take revenge on the Empire someday. Some might only think of their own success, and others were contemplating how to take advantage of their neighbor.

This place was like a pandemonium [a chaotic, wild place]. And Kyle became the king of that pandemonium. That was what he wanted. For the future of the Empire.

“Lizel, I want to talk to you alone for a moment.”

“Ah… Yes, Your Majesty. Everyone, please return.”

Lizel dismissed the people with a look of anticipation. When he was alone with her, a subtle atmosphere was created, but Kyle spoke to Lizel, who was sending him flirtatious glances, in a dry tone.

“Lizel, I will become the true king of the Demon Realm.”

“Your Majesty is already the true king.”

“No, I’m only half of one now. And that’s originally my role.”

A kind of totem that permanently divides the Demon Realm. That was the role given to Kyle.

And Kyle had no intention of denying or rejecting that role. Even now, for the time being, he intends to fulfill that role.

“That role will be fulfilled automatically even if I don’t do anything. Those demon tribes from the Legion will fight each other on their own.”

“I suppose so… But does Your Majesty want more than that?”

“That’s right.”

Until his brother becomes the Emperor from the Crown Prince and stabilizes the Empire.

After that, it would be Kyle’s turn to take other actions.

“I will truly unite the Demon Realm.”

The outdated nobles of the Demon Realm will be dealt with, barbaric customs will be suppressed, and they will have the identity of imperial citizens.

The demon tribes, who have a sense of inferiority for having lost to the Empire but at the same time have admiration and obedience, will become his loyal servants.

Of course, the reason he was making such plans was not because he suddenly felt sorry for the demon tribes.

This was also for the Empire.

“I hope it’s as far in the future as possible, but the Empire will one day be in chaos.”

To be precise, the moment the authority left by his father disappears, it is only a matter of time before such chaos spreads.

If someone’s misgovernment is repeated, they will question the existing authoritarianism, and liberalism may spread as a reaction.

If not, a tyrant may become emperor. If such a person commits tyranny, the vast Empire will be split in an instant.

In such a situation, it would not be wise for the Northern Demon Realm to maintain this chaotic situation.

“You want the united Demon Realm to use its power at that time.”

“That’s right. It may be the role of my descendants, not me.”

In short, it may become a civil war with the imperial citizens, but he hopes that it will be a role to correct the corruption, decay, or disorder scheduled for the future.

That is the role Kyle wants from the Demon Realm.

But apart from that, there was another plan as well.

“By the way, Lizel, how is Father’s condition?”

“Empress Stella is taking care of him, so he is gradually getting better, but…”

Lizel trails off. That alone was enough of an answer.

He was the emperor who defeated the Creator God, but he consumed a great deal of life force as a price.

He was dying. It was a fact that had not yet been made public.

Kyle felt complicated about that fact.

“I wanted Father to be safe… but at the same time, I’m sad that things are going according to my plan.”

“Your Majesty…”

The plan to make the Emperor an immortal symbol.

For that to happen, it is better for the Emperor to die like this. But that was not an emotion that a son should have.

But as a leader, it was necessary to take advantage of this opportunity.

“I have obtained half the consent of my brother and mothers. If Father’s condition continues to worsen, I will no longer hesitate.”

“Then are you really planning to proceed with that ‘secret art’?”

“Of course.”

“That… may be a sad thing depending on the circumstances.”

“I know.”

But it is still something that must be done.

For the Empire to be eternal.

“Only Father can become the immortal symbol of the Empire. I am playing the role of laying the foundation for that. If that is filial impiety [lack of respect for one’s parents] and a great sin, I will gladly bear that sin.”

“Your Majesty… Then I will be with you as well. Even if it means walking together into the hottest hellfire.”

Kyle smiled, feeling a little comforted by Lizel’s words.

But on the other hand, he wanted his father to have as much time as possible.

Apart from his own plans, he could not deny the desire not to lose a good father.

But that wish was not fulfilled in the end.

“The Emperor’s condition is not good. You should go to the Imperial Palace as soon as possible.”

Soon after, such news came from the Imperial Palace. For Kyle, it felt like what was coming had come.

“Lizel, follow me. After Father… passes away, we will begin the procedure.”

Now there was no turning back.