Ludwig Hewitt

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## Background

Ludwig Hewitt is a government official in the Tearmoon Empire that tirelessly worked to save the empire when it was suffering from economic collapse. He is the second son of a mercantile family, had always been a bright spark ever since he was a young boy. He’d always dreamed of becoming a government official, but it didn’t take him long to realize just how rotten to the core the Tearmoon Empire was after he began studying towards that goal. It was because of this that he truly despised those blueblooded nobles and the members of the Imperial Family, those who brag about their high-birth.

## Personality

Ludwig is a serious person who is determined to change the corrupted empire and the fix the financial situation. He works with Mia to attempt to correct the many ills of the Empire. While Mia technically leaves him to do most of the heavy lifting, but he either doesn’t seem to mind or not notice because of the opportunities Mia has provided him, and he’s impressed by the contributions Mia has made despite her young age.

In the both timelines, he initially believed that finances were the main issue to fix. However, after being recruited by Mia and spending time with her, he comes to understand that there are other elements he needs to consider when it comes to rebuilding the Empire, namely a human element. By his own admission, he was willing to write off people in the New Moon district as expendable, but he changes his line of thinking after Mia brings him to the district and understands the possibility that an epidemic could be caused by neglecting the people. Similar to Mia, he agrees that fulfilling contracts that have been fulfilled faithfully are important to maintain. Additionally, he also comes to understand that Nobles have a different way of thinking, namely favoring honor over economics.

In the original timeline, Ludwig could come across as somewhat abrasive as when Mia asked questions or wasn’t aware of certain things, he would lecture her in a manner that would greatly irritate her. In the current timeline, Ludwig is calmer and more patient with others after Mia recruited him, and she inadvertently humbled him by repeating one of the lectures he had given her in the previous timeline. As a result, he is willing to provide answers to other people’s questions in a kinder tone as when Anne, Mia, and Miabel ask questions to clarify certain topics.

## Appearance

Ludwig Hewitt has smooth hair that is just long enough to cover his ears, and he wears a pair of foreign-made glasses. Behind the small lenses his eyes sparkle with intellect.

## Chronology

#### Guillotine Timeline (1)

* Ludwig came back to the capital to help Mia fix the empire's crisis.
* After Mia was captured and thrown into prison, Ludwig went around asking Sion and Tiona to spare her.
* After Mia was executed, Ludwig refused to work for Sion and he disappeared from the political world ever since.

#### Miabel's Timeline

* Empire was thrown into chaos over succession and a civil war broke out.
* Ludwig and his comrades tried enthroning Mia as empress, but she died from poison before they could do so.
* The Fall of Tearmoon Empire and Miabel went into hiding. For several years, Ludwig educated Miabel on various subjects.
* Ludwig passed away from an unknown cause.

#### Road to Empress Timeline (Current)

* Ludwig gains political powers to save the empire under Princess Mia's name.
* Ludwig established the Empress Faction.

* Ludwig becomes a teacher at Saint-Mia Academy. (Future)
* Ludwig becomes the first chancellor from a commoner background. (Future)

## Relationships

#### Mia Luna Tearmoon

In the first timeline, he hated Mia because she was an ignorant princess. Even though he couldn't stand her, he still stuck around trying to help her get back on track, but everything was already too late. While attending Mia around the empire, he realized that Mia was just oblivious to situations unless someone pointed it out to her. When she realized her mistake, Mia was willing to work to fix her mistake. One time being when Mia forgot what her classmate looked like, so Ludwig scolded her. He found her notebook later and was shocked to see her effort in trying to remember people's names and faces.  Another time was when she asked Ludwig for a cake to share with the angry villagers who drove them out. Instead of keeping the theoretic cake to herself, she wanted to share them. He noticed no matter how cowardly Mia was, she never flee. She may not be the greatest learner, but she listened attentively. Ludwig knew Mia was trying, at least, and she deserved a second chance to amend her mistakes. He had hopes for her, and started dreaming that if there was another timeline, he would like to be there for Mia.  After Mia's execution, Ludwig refused to serve Sion and left the political world ever since. He also willingly punched someone who dared to speak ill of Mia.

In the current timeline, Ludwig is extremely loyal to Mia and he is terminally ill with Mia-itis. He is delusional and believes Mia to be a saint.  When he first met Mia, he gave off a cold attitude towards her, asking her if she knew how much her meal is worth. To his surprise, Mia knew and proceeded to shower him with (plagiarized) answers. Ludwig is amazed and he pledged his loyal to Mia immediately without a second thought.  Mia never fails to impress Ludwig as the story progresses. Not only does she impresses him with her humbleness, she also points out what Ludwig didn't consider when working to fix the empire. Ludwig later realizes that it isn't Mia's wisdom that he has swore his loyalty to. He is loyal her essence as a person.

#### Miabel Luna Tearmoon

In Miabel's first timeline, Ludwig educated Bel on various subjects after the empire fell. Ludwig saw Bel like his own granddaughter and looked out to her. In the current timeline, Bel is fond of Ludwig and he tutors her sometimes.  In the future, he is responsible in educating Bel.

#### Dion Alaia

They are friends and lifelong buddies who are parts of Mia's band of four. Dion came to Ludwig's rescue on several occasions and often visits Ludwig's office just to slack off.

#### Galvanus Arminios

Ludwig studied under Galv and he respects his teacher.

#### Sion Sol Sunkland

In the previous timeline, Ludwig pleaded with Sion to spare Mia's life, but he refused. Before Mia's execution, he asked Ludwig to work for him to rebuild the empire, but Ludwig refused, saying he can't see himself serving either Tiona or Sion.

## Trivia

* Ludwig is 22 years old in the beginning of the series.
* In the future, Ludwig will grow a beard.
* He ranked second in the first popularity contest based on characters introduced during the first four volumes.

## References

1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 Light Novel Volume 1
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Light Novel Volume 2
3. ↑ Empress Timeline
4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Light Novel Volume 4
5. ↑ Light Novel Volume 7
6. ↑ Original Timeline
7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 Light Novel Volume 1
8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 Light Novel Volume 2
9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.5 Light Novel Volume 3
10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 Light Novel Volume 8
11. ↑ 11.0 11.1 11.2 11.3 Light Novel Volume 4
12. ↑ Web Novel Chapter 39