제국 시보 (섬)/8호

Issue 8

【특집】통상회의 습격사건의 전모

제국 정부는 회견을 열고 지난달 크로스벨주에서 벌어진 통상회의 습격사건의 보고서를 황궁에 제출했다고 발표했다. 본지도 자료를 입수하여 사건의 전모를 쫓아보기로 한다.

◆테러리스트의 정체는◆

회장을 습격한 테러리스트는 두 세력이었음이 판명되었다. 바로 공화국 내에서 활동하는 『반이민 정책주의』, 그리고 『제국해방전선』이다. 양쪽 테러리스트는 서로의 목적을 위해 손을 잡고 요인의 살해를 계획했을 것으로 보인다.

◆사건 해결의 경위는◆

회의 중인 초고층 빌딩을 급습한 것은 기관총을 갖춘 비행정. 양쪽 테러리스트 무리가 빌딩에 진입하고, 경비 부대와 난사전이 벌어졌다. 이 절망적인 상황을 뒤집은 것은 오스본 재상. 사전에 파견되어 있던 정예부대가 활약하여 올리발트 황자에게도 별일 없이 사건을 종식시켰다.

각하의 위기관리능력 덕에 문제없이 종료되었지만, 당시의 경비 체제를 본 전문가는 「너무 허술하다」（군 관계자）고 말했다. 정부 내에서도 비난의 목소리가 커지고 있다.

◆사건 후의 대응은◆

범인이 제도 테러 사건과 동일범일 것이라고 판단한 제국군은 경계수준을 더욱 높여 행방을 쫓고 있다. 나라의 적이라 할 수 있는 테러리스트 집단이다. 무엇이든 정보를 가지고 있다면 서둘러 제보해주시길 바란다.

또한, 사건 후 크로스벨주가 독립을 제언했다는 정보가 있다고는 하나, 맥락도 없고 뜬소문인 것 같다.

【정치】제국 영방 회의가 임시 소집

서부 라마르주, 해항도시 올디스에서 제국 영방 회의가 임시로 열렸다. 제국해방전선의 테러로 각지의 치안 유지에 힘쓰는 과정에서 결속을 다시금 확인했다고 한다.

「우리는 귀족으로서 책무를 다하고 있습니다」 （회의에 출석한 사대명문）

【차창 여행】온천골 유미르

이번에는 분위기를 바꿔 지방 노선을 타 보고자 한다. 『유미르 산악강삭철도』 이른바 케이블카다. 1시간 정도의 여행 끝에 도달한 곳은 온천골 유미르. 웅대한 아이젠가르드 봉우리에 둘러싸여 한잔 기울여 보는 것은 어떨지.

【문화】카렐 별궁

제도 근교로 발을 향하면 생각지도 못한 발견을 할 때가 있다. 북서쪽에 위치한 카렐 별궁도 그중 하나. 두 전하가 사시는 아름다운 별궁이다. 경비 담당자에게 물었다.

「알핀 전하께서는 여기에서 여학교로 등교하시죠？ 리무진이 지나가는 시간은 아침 몇 시쯤입니까！？」

「전하께서는 전용 열차로 등교하십니다」

과연 카렐 별궁이다. 경비 체제는 완벽한 것 같다.

Issue 8

[Special Feature] Terror at the Trade Conference

The Imperial government has held a press conference on the terrorist attack that occurred during the West Zemuria Trade Conference in the Crossbell State last month. In it, it was announced that they have submitted a report detailing what occurred to the Imperial household. As we have obtained a copy of the document, we have the opportunity to shed new light on what transpired.

Who Were the Terrorists?

The report revealed that the attack was carried out by two separate groups of terrorists. One was a faction of an anti-immigration group which operates in the Calvard Republic, while the other was the Imperial Liberation Front. It appears that the two groups joined forces in an attempt to carry out the assassination of key government figures.

The Attack's Resolution

The conference was suddenly interrupted by two airships equipped with machine guns. Soon afterwards, terrorists from both groups infiltrated the building and began a dramatic shootout with security forces.

The man responsible for turning this hopeless situation around was none other than Chancellor Osborne. Not long after the attack began, an elite unit he had dispatched to the scene sprang into action, bringing the crisis to an end and ensuring the safety of the participants, including His Highness Prince Olivert.

Looking back, it seems clear that the safe resolution of this attack was entirely due to Chancellor Osborne's exceptional crisis management skills. However, a specialist who saw the security protocols in place described them as 'lacking.'

Similar criticisms have been raised within the government itself.

The Aftermath

The revelation that last month's attack was caused in part by the same group responsible for the recent attack in Heimdallr has led the Imperial Army to further raise the alert level and continue to pursue the group's whereabouts with an increased sense of urgency. That the group's members are traitors to their country is beyond question. Anyone with information that may aid in their capture is encouraged to contact the authorities as soon as possible. Furthermore, rumors have begun to spread that one of Crossbell's heads of state proposed the establishment of Crossbell as an independent state, but these are thought to be baseless and can safely be ignored.

[Politics] Emergency Council Meeting Called

The Provincial Council has met in Ordis, capital of the Lamare Province. The aim is thought to have been to reaffirm their solidarity in maintaining public order in the face of the recent terrorist attacks. According to an attendee, 'We will fulfill our duty as nobles.' (Member of one of the Four Great Houses)

[Travel] Ymir, the Hot Springs Paradise

For today's feature, I decided to board a more local line - or, more specifically, a cable car. A journey just short of an hour on the Ymir Funicular Railway took me to the small town of Ymir, nestled in the stunning Eisengard Range. A quick jaunt is all it takes, so why not enjoy a drink while gazing at the spectacular scenery yourself?

[Culture] Karel Imperial Villa

A simple trip into the suburbs of Heimdallr can often result in unexpected discoveries. Karel Imperial Villa, located to the northwest of the city, is just one of them.

The villa is said to be the home of both Crown Prince Cedric and Princess Alfin. I asked a member of the security team at what time the limousine to take Princess Alfin to St. Astraia Girls' School leaves in the morning.

'Her Highness travels to school on a private train,' was the reply.

It seems the Imperial Villa's security arrangements are as perfect as one would imagine.