"...Loriza-sama (ロリーザ), what's wrong?"
One young lady called out to a worried young lady who was looking down with a gloomy expression.
Yeah, we were all really curious about her, but we just couldn't bring ourselves to speak to her.
...It's difficult to judge how far you should go into such private matters...
It's different from the time of Baron Wennar (Cherilia-chan).
At the time, I knew the reason and it was part of the plan...
This was the New Continent's Kingdom of Vanell, a small hall that Micchan was very familiar with.
In other words, it's a Society tea party.
And there was one troubled young lady.
Well, what's the point of a "Society" if we didn't offer advice here!
So, I heard the story...
The girl who was looking down, a viscount's cousin to Count Loriza de Gonolardo's daughter, had apparently had her engagement broken off.
And it was all in public, with her fiancé, the third son of a Count, accusing her of something she had not done, without even listening to any rebuttal...
Apparently, he had invited his friends to the event and had planted fake accounts who would shout things like, "That's right!"
Of course, it seemed he never put his hands around another woman's waist...
In any case, it seemed that without any evidence, they manipulated the situation and made her out to be the bad guy.
She was depressed and still refused to leave her room except to go to the bathroom.
Apparently she also ate her meals in her own room.
And the next day, the man was openly flirting with another woman...
"It's a refreshingly perfect template for a 'you get what you deserve when your engagement is broken off' story..."
No, I read popular novels too.
But the engagement was broken off...
If they wanted to call off the engagement, they could have just talked it through between the parents of both families and called it off without having to do it in public...
If that were the case, the wounds suffered by the individuals involved would be somewhat less severe.
Nonetheless…….
A "dissolution of an engagement" was when both parties agreed to cancel the engagement. Since it was separate from the question of whether or not there was responsibility, even if both parties agreed to the dissolution, there might be cases in which financial payments must be made.
And a "broken engagement" was when one party unilaterally announced that they were calling off the engagement.
Similarly, since this was a separate issue from whether there was responsibility or not, it was unclear whether the party who destroyed it or the party whose destruction it was, would have to pay compensation.
But in this case...
"Even though he was the one at fault for cheating, he made the other person out to be the bad guy, received compensation, and gained a positive reputation in high society…"
Surely, no one would do something so stupid as this to a member of our Society, but in this world, male superiority over women was the norm...
If things continued like this, the girl would never be able to enter society again, even though she was innocent, and it would be difficult for her to find a new fiancé.
...In other words, a girl's life was ruined because of one stupid man.
"What do you all think?" (Mitsuha)
"GUILTY!!" (Everyone)
...Well, I guess that's unforgivable...
An enemy of women. A villain. Human scum.
"Well then, how about we change the plan and make today's topic 'Operation Breaking Off Engagement'?" (Mitsuha)
"No objection!!" (Everyone)
My proposal was passed unanimously.
Of course, we wouldn't act based on just one side's explanation.
We had properly interviewed and confirmed the details from both parties involved, their friends, and third parties who were present at the scene.
It wasn't me directly, but the other members, without explaining their own positions or circumstances, just assumed the appearance of being amused and wanting to hear the rumors out of curiosity...
It seemed that there was hardly anyone, both men and women, who would not be pleased to be approached by a member of the Society.
Everyone wanted to become friends with the members of "Society" if possible, and the girls were hoping to join "Society," while the boys were hoping to date one of the members...
Yes, this meant that research activities could be carried out at a much more efficient pace.
A special "Society" tea party was held.
Usually, it was held twice a month, but when necessary, it was held on an ad-hoc basis, like this time.
"And so, as reported, I have been able to confirm the matter that Loriza explained at the last regular tea party.
There is a lot of evidence and testimony. There is no doubt that her cousin is an honest person, and it has been confirmed that all of the charges are false.
It has also been confirmed that the man has engaged in infidelity, made false statements, and borrowed money.
Therefore, this case is determined to be case C-A-C." (Micchan)
Micchan reported this to everyone with a slightly red face and the corners of her mouth twitching.
…Yeah, I guess she was desperately trying to suppress her anger…
As a fellow noble girl, there's no way I could forgive that.
An earnest and honest girl was tricked and her life was ruined.
A tragedy that you never knew when it would befall you.
If stories of success like this spread and more men tried to do the same thing, it would be unbearable for women.
We must absolutely crushed them and made them realize that such things were something that should never be done...
The reason she lost was because she didn't know that her ex-fiance's cousin was a member of the Society.
And she didn't know that "Society" didn't just protect their friends, but also those who were important to them.
Furthermore, the members of our Society were not the kind of people who could ignore the victim of unjust acts, even if they were complete strangers.
Especially when it comes to women and children.
Micchan announced the verdict: C-A-C... of course, that's what it sounded like to me, but what Micchan said were the letters of this country...what does that mean?
Target category: C. A is the member himself, B is his family, and C is relatives and friends.
Importance: A. ... A serious and important case that cannot be overlooked.
Urgency: C. There is a few days of time available.
...Right. As long as the importance level was A, the society's (our) actions will not stop.
Even if nobles, kings, and even God stand in my way!
And following Micchan, from me too...
"I hereby declare the beginning of a new battle for our Society! This is a fight for all women in this country!!" (Mitsuha)
"Oooooooohhhhh!!" (Everyone)
Ok, that's a great start!
Everyone was full of enthusiasm as the Society began its first battle in a long time with all its strength.
…I mean, you guys look like you're having a lot of fun…
"Loriza-sama, please deliver the letter to your cousin and her father. Right now, what is needed first is for her cousin-sama to have peace of mind, and for those around her to support her so that she doesn't make any rash decisions." (Mitsuha)
"Y-Yes!" (Loriza)
"Then, later on, you will all vote on whether or not you agree to some of the proposals I have made.
Furthermore, the decision has already been made to carry out the operation itself, but in carrying it out, you will all act in your own name.
...In other words, as a daughter of a noble family and a member of our Society, you are free to use your position and influence, and to influence your friends and the heads of other noble families, but these are entirely your personal actions and are in no way part of the activities of the Society.
It is not a request made by bowing one's head, but rather a simple provision of information as small talk, making it appear as if the other party acted on their own accord and of their own accord.
The same goes for your parents and relatives.
If I were to ask for a favor as a member of our Society, I might be asked to repay the Society in some way at a later date...
You were all simply talking to friends and acquaintances as part of general conversation, and this issue happened to come up in the conversation.
They just voluntarily tell you various things in order to win your favor, and then share what they have heard from you here and there.
…We ask that you refrain from making any requests or requests of any kind in your capacity as a member of the Society." (Mitsuha)
The members nodded in agreement as I explained.
Yes. We had to protect them.
Our Society and the dignity of women.
I was not going to let those stupid men get cocky by giving them the experience of success through something like this!
"All right! Operation Breaking Off Engagement, begins!" (Mitsuha)
"Oooooooooohhhhhh!!" (Everyone)