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Chapter 303 - Chapter 302: Bestowal of Rewards

Mid-month of the Third Month of Water.

A crowd of one hundred thousand people had packed into the square within the church grounds.

Today, various ceremonies were being held in the cathedral's chapel and the square on the grounds.

The enthronement ceremony and coronation, the awarding of medals for the previous war, and a memorial service for those who died in the war and disasters.

They had forcibly squeezed a year's worth of events into a single schedule, aligning the extremely busy schedules of King Cranzard and Pope Blahoslav.

The enthronement and coronation ceremonies had already ended. Currently, the awarding ceremony was taking place in the square.

Inside the cathedral, the first half of the memorial service ritual was underway. Once the awarding ceremony concluded, the second half of the memorial service ritual was scheduled to take place in the square as well.

Because they intended to finish various events in a single day, the schedule was arranged like a puzzle.

On the stage, Cranzard was attaching a medal to Mika's left chest.

After finishing attaching the medal, Cranzard saluted, and over ten thousand knights and soldiers participating in the awarding ceremony saluted in unison.

Mika lightly returned the salute to Cranzard, then turned about-face.

With that, he took in a view of the saluting knights and soldiers, and stood straight, returning the salute.

At that moment.

From the crowd watching the awarding ceremony, thunderous applause and cheers erupted.

""""Your Grace, the Apostle!!!""""

""""Long live the 'Messenger of the Gods '!!!""""

""""Long live the Kingdom!!!""""

The pressure was so overwhelming that he almost stumbled backward.

Overwhelming , his body stiffened, and he felt like he was trembling.

When Mika gathered his strength and broke the salute, the knights also broke their salutes.

On Mika's left chest, a golden medal bathed in sunlight shone brightly.

"I was deceived...."

Once all the ceremonies ended, Mika returned to the waiting room inside the cathedral and collapsed onto all fours.

"What a heartless thing to say. Didn't you, Mika, make that selfish request?"

Cleiria looked down at such Mika with an exasperated expression.

As the daughter of the Marquis house and Mika's fiancée, Cleiria had attended the front row of all ceremonies, bearing the role of a guest who had to smile all day long.

Once their duties were finished, they were preparing to return in the waiting room when a tremendous bomb was dropped.

Mika had ranked first in the rewards for merit from the previous war.

Cranzard had intended to enoble Mika as a Viscount as a reward, but a commotion arose here.

Mika had strongly insisted, "I don't want to become a noble!"

Furthermore, the Church had intervened.

The King bestowing a title upon Mika.

A king of a secular nation bestowing >.

A title, which is a position serving the King.

The Church could not accept such a thing.

In the previous war, the Kingdom had not acquired new territory.

Therefore, they had intended to ennoble Mika by dividing land owned by the royal family.

Cranzard had intended to reward Mika with the highest possible honor.

However, both the person himself and the Church had rejected it.

If the person says they dislike it, why not just not do it?

Unfortunately, war merit rewards are not like that.

In the first place, refusing itself is unthinkable, yet they cannot simply choose not to bestow it.

There must be balance.

Most importantly, the highest rewards must be bestowed upon those who achieved the most, and appropriate rewards must be bestowed in order.

This is the duty of those in power.

Medals that severely lack balance become a source of dissatisfaction, and ultimately lead to questioning the qualifications of those in power.

Refusing ennoblement was a major incident reminiscent of the former Margrave Leventein, but at this time, it was still very early in the merit-based rewards process, so it hadn't become a major issue.

However, there are not many alternative rewards that match ennoblement.

After much deliberation, Cranzard devised a plan.

He also secretly contacted Cleiria and secured her cooperation.

With this, they could at least maintain the appearance of form.

Following Cleiria's advice, Cranzard decided to bestow a medal upon Mika.

Gold Star Sword and Spear Medal.

It is the highest-ranking medal in the Kingdom of Ektrem.

Mika had received medals before, so if it was a medal, he would accept it.

The Church could not accept Mika taking a position serving the King or receiving it right before their eyes, but they closed their eyes to things happening out of sight.

Holding the awarding ceremony in the square while advancing the memorial service ritual in the chapel during that time was for such reasons.

Thus, Cranzard overcame this difficult problem.

"To reward with the highest medal. You said you would 'accept' if it was a medal, didn't you, Mika, to His Majesty who said so?"

"I didn't hear that!"

Mika stood up steadily.

Cleiria looked at the Gold Medal shining on Mika's left chest and smiled gently.

"It is a feat never before seen in history. It can be said to be fully commensurate with his achievements."

This Gold Medal.

Even if one were to trace back the five-hundred-year history of the Kingdom, the number of recipients would be fewer than one can count on one hand.

It was a very honorable medal.

That said, it is just a medal.

One would normally wonder if it is commensurate with his war merits.

The criteria for receiving the Gold Medal are stated as: 'Those who performed brave acts exceeding their obligations in combat and made significant contributions to the nation.'

And, two privileges are granted to the recipients of this Gold Medal.

One is a pension.

Three gold coins will be deposited monthly for a lifetime.

And what Cleiria evaluates as "commensurate with his achievements" is the other privilege.

Incidentally, there has never been an example of this Gold Medal being bestowed while the recipient was alive.

All were bestowed posthumously in the form of a posthumous award.

It was customary for spouses or others to receive the rights to the pension on behalf of the deceased.

Why were there no examples of it being bestowed while alive?

It was for this privilege.

The other privilege.

It was ————.

'Receiving a salute first, regardless of status or rank.'

That was it.

This privilege is stated to apply to all subjects subject to the law.

In other words, except for the three who are not subject to the law: His Majesty the King, Her Majesty the Queen, and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, everyone must stand to welcome the recipient and salute first.

It is not just Dukes and Marquises.

Even the Royal Family must do so.

Because of this privilege, caution had been exercised in bestowing the medal.

Due to the opinions of nobles who did not want to salute first, the practice of bestowing it while alive had been continuously postponed.

"Receiving such a thing would just be awkward, wouldn't it!"

"Why would you think it's awkward? You should be proud. You have made such a contribution."

Cleiria could not understand that Mika, having received such an honorable medal, would call it "awkward."

However, she had expected this reaction.

Therefore, she had hidden the matter of this privilege.

If he knew, he might start saying he would decline it again.

As expected, once the ceremony ended and she told him, he collapsed.

Knock, knock.

At that moment, the door to the waiting room was knocked on.

Virone conveyed the purpose from the other side of the door.

"Miss Cleiria. Cardinal Wagnare is requesting an audience with Mika Noisheim."

"Let him in."

When Cleiria spoke, the door opened and Wagnare entered.

"It has been a while, Your Eminence. Is it been three years?"

"It has already become that long. The fact that I was able to perform the ceremony for your engagement is an honor of my lifetime."

Cleiria and Wagnare greeted each other with smiles.

Then, Wagnare turned his gaze to Mika and knelt respectfully.

"Messenger of the Gods . Thank you very much today. It must have been a comfort to both the departed and those left behind."

"I couldn't do much myself."

He had only performed a grand display by producing countless and rising into the sky.

In other words, it was the usual scam.

When the Church proposed it, he had wondered what to do, but he accepted it, thinking, "If this brings even a little comfort."

"Mika. I will return first. Don't be late."

"Yes, I know."

Cleiria also greeted Wagnare and left with Virone.

"Excuse me. Did you have an appointment?"

"No. Just that we were going to have dinner together."

Today was a small dinner party at Cleiria's house to celebrate Mika's medal awarding.

Well, even if it was called small, that was according to noble standards.

By now, Yaroibarov should be in Cleiria's kitchen, borrowing it to cook.

Mika thought that no one could surpass Yaroibarov in meat dishes.

(I hope he doesn't clash with the Leventein family's cooks...)

The preparation was to be done in the inn's kitchen, with the finishing touches at the Leventein house.

Well, Kistil seems to be helping too, so it should be fine.

Normally, outsiders are absolutely not allowed into a noble house's kitchen, but today is special.

Mika had requested to eat Yaroibarov's cooking.

Thanks to Cleiria's special consideration, he was allowed to borrow it just for today.

Since it was a buffet style rather than a course meal, they decided to include Yaroibarov's dishes among them.

Mika offered a chair to Wagnare and sat opposite him.

"Pope Blahoslav still has rituals and cannot leave, so I thought I would convey today's thanks alone..."

"Thank you for coming all this way. However, I didn't do much. Everyone really went through a lot. Such a schedule running by the minute."

Mika also had a role in the enthronement and coronation ceremonies held in the chapel, so he had been performing those duties.

After the awarding ceremony in the square, he immediately returned to the cathedral's chapel and participated in the memorial service ritual.

After that, he moved to the square and performed a display using in the second half of the ritual.

He thought it was quite tough, but since he wasn't on stage the whole time, he had a moment to catch his breath.

However, church officials, especially those involved in conducting various rituals, were likely far from just being busy.

Preparations for this day, thorough confirmation of the proceedings, leading to today's main event.

It was a relief that it went off without a hitch.

Well, it seems the rituals aren't finished yet.

"I want to do something for everyone involved in today's rituals, but would a gift be okay?"

"No need to worry, Messenger of the Gods . That feeling of yours is more than enough for us."

Hmm, is it useless to say this to him?

Since he always tries to be an example, he probably won't go along with such talk.

(Kifrod doesn't really say things like 'this is good' either...)

I am grateful above all for being able to receive it.

There is no such thing as "I'm happy to receive this" or "this is a bit..."

(Since meat is restricted in the Kingdom, maybe it would be faster to buy a large amount from the Trade Alliance and bring it over.)

For a dinner party like today, flexibility might be easy, but for church officials in the Royal Capital, how much would be needed?

Would it be faster to buy a few head of livestock like cows or pigs?

At that moment, the door was knocked on.

"Excuse me, Messenger of the Gods . Is Your Eminence Wagnare not here?"

A voice from Kararebas could be heard from the other side of the door.

"Please, come in."

"Excuse me."

When Kararebas opened the door, he immediately turned his gaze to Wagnare.

"Your Eminence. I am sorry, but..."

A slight anxiety was visible in Kararebas's expression.

It seemed like some kind of trouble.

Seeing this, Wagnare let out a sigh.

"Messenger of the Gods . Please forgive the unsightly sight..."

"No, please go. I am leaving too."

As Mika stood up, Wagnare also stood up.

Kararebas knelt there and bowed his head to Mika.

"I am sorry, Messenger of the Gods . Thank you very much today."

"On the contrary. You worked hard. Please tell Pope Blahoslav and everyone else that they worked hard."

"I will convey that."

With that, Wagnare returned with Kararebas.

Mika also tried to leave the church, but it seemed there were still quite a few people around.

He went up to the third floor and slipped out the window.

Blahoslav.

He became Pope during a time of chaos and worked to restore trust among believers.

Working alongside Wagnare to sweep away corruption in the Church and aiming for a church faithful to the teachings.

However, an organization that has grown too large requires huge costs just by existing.

Therefore, instead of changing things recklessly, he adopted a method of gradually approaching the ideal.

He was a Pope who could explore realistic methods, listened to the words of believers, constantly thought of better ways, and reformed the Church, bringing it back from the brink of collapse.

Wagnare.

It can be said that sweeping away the corruption of the Church was only possible because Wagnare was there.

He utilized his own information network to tighten the loose Church.

Clergy who committed fraud were ruthlessly expelled or handed over to the Knights Order.

This often left important positions vacant, but capable people were promoted quickly regardless of age. Although there was temporary confusion, the organization as a whole was strengthened.

This information network was also utilized for the activation of these young talents.

When Blahoslav stepped down from the Papacy, he expected Wagnare to succeed him, but Wagnare firmly refused.

It is said that he used his own connections to beg the Cardinals and others, "Do not nominate me."

Because it was an emergency situation of a crisis of the Church's survival, forceful means were used to no small extent.

Therefore, he was aware that he had made many enemies.

He devoted his life to strict discipline in the Church, so much so that it was said that even the Pope would tremble if glared at by Wagnare.

Kararebas.

As Wagnare's right-hand man, he was involved in sweeping away corruption.

For Kararebas, whose nature was kind, this role was very painful.

However, even from Kararebas's perspective, there were cases that could not be protected everywhere, which was the reality of the Church at that time.

At least, he ran around trying to adjust so that the impact would be as small as possible.

With his honest character, he traveled the country following Wagnare and gathered much popularity.

Therefore, when Blahoslav abdicated, Kararebas was elected Pope.

It was whispered that the will of some was at work in this election, but the truth is unknown.

He was sometimes mocked as a puppet of Wagnare, but it is said that Wagnare did not object to Kararebas's opinions.

When Blahoslav was chosen as Pope, a rare method of selection by voice was adopted.

Selection by voice itself dates back over seven hundred years, but in fact, the Pope chosen at that time was not a Cardinal.

This selection of a Pope from outside the Cardinals was the last time this happened.

Following Blahoslav, Kararebas was also a rare birth of a Pope after seven hundred years.

This became a topic of discussion, and due to his character, Kararebas became a very popular Pope both inside and outside the Church.

■■■■■■

Leventein House, Royal Capital Villa. Evening.

""""Cheers!""""

In the dining room of the Leventein house, everyone gathered raised their glasses.

Although there was someone holding up a wine bottle among them.

Today's dinner party was a small gathering of people who were almost like family to Mika.

It was a buffet style, so everyone could make a fuss together.

The host was Cleiria.

Kistil and Nerisfeene were in the family category.

Rimliche was also, well, treated almost like family these days.

She was staying at their house.

And then, Yaroibarov.

Since he was cooking, was he half the host side?

And then, the two recipients of the medals.

Mika and Ozendorwa.

Ozendorwa's war merits in the previous war, as well as public order activities and rescue activities in the Royal Capital, were listed in the merit-based rewards, and he received the Silver Medal.

Just by virtue of leading the Fifth Knights Order, he would likely have received the Bronze Medal.

However, when Hibujiza appeared in the protective wall, he contributed greatly to rebuilding the collapsing Kingdom Army.

And, although this has not been publicly announced, it was significant that he noticed the fact that the former King had been taken over early and cooperated with Mika.

The success of Tsudazen's order forgery operation was premised on Ozendorwa completely controlling the Fifth Knights Order and enforcing the orders.

Due to these merits, Mika and the Minister of Military Affairs jointly recommended that he receive a Silver Medal equivalent, not a Bronze Medal.

"Miss Cleiria, Young Master Mika, I'm sorry. I was invited too."

Ozendorwa apologized with a bitter smile.

"On the contrary, I'm sorry for making a request. Didn't you have a celebration at your house too, Mr. Ozendorwa?"

Asking this, Ozendorwa shook his head.

"Because I received such a grand thing as a Silver Medal, it can't be finished with a light celebration. I'm going back to my hometown this weekend to have a grand party."

Ozendorwa's hometown is the House of Earl Solnitax.

He seems to be returning to the Earl's domain, gathering the clan, and even inviting lords of nearby small domains to unveil it.

With the unexpected reward, it was a big commotion... well, not quite that, but the head of the family, Ozendorwa's father, was going all out.

Yaroibarov took a swig from the wine bottle and grinned at Ozendorwa.

"What a big fuss over one medal. Monks hang two of them, you know?"

Saying that, he pointed at Mika.

All gazes focused on Mika's left chest.

There, one Gold Medal, two Silver Medals, and one Bronze Medal were attached.

Although Yaroibarov said that, Ozendorwa puffed out his chest.

"It is strange to compare yourself to Young Master Mika. In this peaceful era, how difficult it is to receive even one medal. Two times on the battlefield, each equivalent to a Silver Medal. Achieved distinguished merit in the Royal Capital, and was active in fire suppression and rescue activities, earning a Gold Medal. If anyone can imitate this, I would gladly give this medal to that person."

Saying that, Ozendorwa pinched the Silver Medal on his left chest.

Mika made a complicated face at Ozendorwa's claim.

However, everyone nodded yes and yes.

Why...?

Incidentally, although not yet awarded, Salomrassa has also received the Bronze Medal.

Mages are easy to receive medals due to their characteristics.

It is not that they are being favored; the mages stationed on the front-line stone walls were active enough that they could be given medals to everyone.

They unleash at the dense crowds.

One shot blows away and kills over a hundred people.

Doing that ten to dozens of times a day while chugging mana recovery potions.

Front-line mages are calculated to have defeated several thousand people at minimum.

Although it was a favorable condition for mages that the enemy was dense, even a user on the level of Ozendorwa, knights and soldiers could not achieve these results.

This is where the reason lies for the Kingdom valuing mages.

Salomrassa is currently participating in the Investigation Team, so he has not yet been awarded, but the situation has been conveyed, and he is scheduled to be awarded upon his return.

Mika looked at Virone, who was waiting by the wall.

Today's awarding ceremony was the Kingdom Army's reward ceremony.

In other words, the Domain Army was not involved.

The Domain Army was having its own merit-based rewards separately.

The Marquis Leventein received a reward from the King as a border lord and a regional power.

This was naturally done as the King giving a reward to the noble he serves.

This was held much earlier at the Royal Castle.

And, the Marquis Leventein also gave rewards to the knights and soldiers of the Domain Army.

To be honest, Virone returning as a guard knight attached to Cleiria was strongly colored by this reward.

Kistil and Nerisfeene's expressions darkened slightly.

"I don't care about merits; I'm just glad Young Master Mika is safe."

"Yes, that's right. Even this time, it cannot be said that it ended safely...."

At the two's remarks, the dining room went silent for a moment.

Yaroibarov and Ozendorwa had also been explained about what had happened to Mika.

That he had once lost his body and, thanks to Rimliche and others, obtained a body again.

Otherwise, the reason for his suddenly growing height could not be explained.

The people participating in this dinner party today were the only ones who shared such secrets.

However, they had not explained the details to the knights of the Leventein Marquis house.

So, no one spoke out the details again.

"However, I was surprised at Young Master Mika in the awarding ceremony."

Reading the atmosphere, Ozendorwa changed the topic.

Mika carried food from the plate in his hand to his mouth and asked.

"...Was there something surprising?"

As for Mika, he had just received the medal as planned in advance.

"After attaching the medal, His Majesty saluted, right? Young Master Mika returned the salute and broke the salute. Then you returned the salute to the knights participating in the ceremony."

"Yes. ...Is that strange?"

As the top bill of the tense ceremony, Mika received the medal.

It was a tough situation for nervous Mika, but he somehow managed to do as he was told.

"In the normal flow, Young Master Mika would salute first. His Majesty would return the salute or just nod, that is the custom. But His Majesty saluted first, right? We hurriedly saluted too, but it was a bit noisy?"

"..................Eh?"

Blinking his eyes, Mika looked at Cleiria, who nodded.

"That is a sign of His Majesty's respect. Although the privilege does not apply to His Majesty or Her Majesty the Queen, His Majesty said he would follow the privilege."

"..................Eh?"

It was the first time he heard this.

In fact, he was told about the privilege later, but it was a tremendous bomb more than he expected.

"Ha ha ha! So that means the King salutes the monk to welcome him? From now on, always?"

When Yaroibarov asked, Cleiria nodded.

"Yes, that is what he said. He said that unless he does that much, it would not be commensurate with Mika's achievements. It was proposed by His Majesty."

As a reward commensurate with ennoblement, His Majesty promised Cleiria to thoroughly implement the privilege.

On top of that, the King himself, who is normally not applicable, seems to intend to set an example.

Mika's mouth hung open, stunned.

With that, he muttered with a face like he was despairing.

"............I will never run away from home again."

He would stay shut in.

He would stay shut in with all his might.

From today, his job is a home security guard.

As Mika secretly solidified his resolve, Rimliche came trotting over.

"Show me the medal, Young Master Mika."

Smiling, she said that.

Mika put the plate on the table, took off the Gold Medal, and handed it to Rimliche.

Rimliche, who only wanted to take a quick look, was a little confused.

"You're amazing."

"..................Huh?"

Bonk! Bonk!

Cleiria and Ozendorwa slapped the head of Mika, who was saying foolish things.

"......Mika?"

"What kind of thing are you doing on the medal given by His Majesty...!"

Grimacing, the two radiated an aura of anger, and Mika flinched.

Scary, scary, scary...

"Little Brother Mika, show me too."

"Please show me too, Mika-sama."

Kistil and Nerisfeene also came to see the Gold Medal in Rimliche's hand with curiosity.

These three are getting along very well recently.

It is because Kistil and Nerisfeene dote on Rimliche very much.

At that time, when Mika lost his body.

The one who realized such a tremendous thing as Mika's resurrection was Rimliche, who was present at that scene.

Who else but Rimliche would think of such a tremendous thing?

Moreover, she succeeded in doing it.

Even Mika thought it was such a foolish thing.

Therefore, Mika is very grateful to Rimliche, and that is why he decided to fulfill her wish to protect Mika.

And, it is not just Mika who is grateful to Rimliche.

Cleiria, Kistil, and Nerisfeene are all grateful to the maximum extent.

Mika proposed the escort to Rimliche, who was lost in her future path, but Kistil and Nerisfeene proposed her staying at their house.

Mika tended to stay in his room to read 'Arquu's Knowledge', but before he knew it, the three had become very close friends.

Well, it is probably because Rimliche, who is like a puppy, is so cute that one can't help it.

I can't say I don't understand that feeling.

Cleiria looked at the three looking at the medal with curiosity, and then looked at Mika with an exasperated expression.

"Good heavens... You always say foolish things."

Glaring at Cleiria, Mika felt somewhat uncomfortable.

At that time, Yaroibarov, who was watching from a little distance, cleared his throat.

"Heh heh... You've been completely tamed now."

Yes, Yaroibarov shook his shoulders.

Ozendorwa asked Cleiria with a bitter smile.

"Is the wedding date decided yet?"

The wedding of Mika and Cleiria, entangled with various intentions, was currently having its schedule discussed through adjustments by various departments.

"Troublingly, it is not clearly decided yet. It was mentioned the other day that it will probably be around the Second Month of Water next year."

"Is that so? I didn't hear about that..."

"I was told when I received the consultation about Mika's medal. Just to be safe, I didn't even mention that I was summoned by His Majesty."

It seems they were thoroughly determined not to let Mika realize the privilege.

Yes, thanks to that, I didn't notice at all.

Damn it.

With that, the pleasant time with familiar people passed.

Yaroibarov's meat dishes were still exquisite, and everyone beat their tongues.

Cleiria was also speechless at the level of cooking higher than she imagined.

(Yes, Kistil and Nerisfeene are good at cooking too, but Yaroibarov is on another level.)

It seems the cooks of the Leventein house also started burning with rivalry from this day on.

The ratio of meat dishes in daily meals has increased.

That, even though we are technically under food restrictions...

After the dinner party ended, Yaroibarov and Ozendorwa returned, and Mika and the others stayed overnight.

With this, the big event ended, and peaceful days returned.

Ozendorwa Solnitax.

He had long served as the Commander of the Fifth Knights Order, working to maintain public order in the Royal Capital, and also nurtured the Special Operations Regiment.

Even under the very difficult situation where the Royal Capital was directly attacked, he managed to prevent the collapse of public order and rebuild it.

The Ministry of Military Affairs tried to pull him out of the Kingdom Army as a senior executive, but he disliked leaving the front lines and kept refusing.

However, after turning fifty, he suddenly transferred to the Ministry of Military Affairs.

"I can now entrust the rest to others."

He handed over the posts of Commander of the Fifth Knights Order and Regimental Commander of the Special Operations Regiment to his successors.

Basal, who was not yet thirty years old, became the Regimental Commander.

In the Ministry of Military Affairs, he identified and reformed the problems of the upper echelons that he felt when he was on the front lines.

He also told the senior executives of the Ministry of Military Affairs, "Go to the front lines," preaching the importance of knowing the front lines from daily life.

This was greatly influenced by the environment where communication devices allowed "contact immediately no matter where you are."

It is customary for the head of a noble house of Marquis rank or higher to hold the post of Minister of Military Affairs, and Ozendorwa rose to the position of Vice-Minister and wielded his skills.

Yaroibarov.

While operating restaurants and inns, he continued his activities as an adventurer.

As the children he employed as employees grew up, he expanded his business scale by opening restaurants and inns in a style where the children would run them.

However, he himself did not intend to make the business too large, and took the stance that "if any of the children want to do it."

Contrary to Yaroibarov's own intentions, the children worked hard to "repay Yaroibarov's kindness," and the business expanded rapidly.

In his later years, he had restaurants and inns all over the country, and the management was carried out by the grown-up children.

"When I swing the frying pan, the little brats take over..."

Sometimes he would vent to Mika.

Since he was operating restaurants and inns with assets saved during his adventurer days, he intended that it didn't matter if they ran a deficit.

However, due to the children's hard work, Yaroibarov's assets eventually increased to dozens of times.

"You can't take it with you to the other world."

He muttered that, distributed all his assets to the children of his employees, and when he passed away naturally, he was said to have almost nothing left.

Yaroibarov's restaurants and inns continued to be loved by the people of the Kingdom even after Yaroibarov passed away, and his portrait was displayed in all stores.