第２３４掘：ルール違反共の行動 (Part2)
"I understand what you're saying, but isn't it too much? In reality, there's a difference between a nation and a privately run shop. And they think they're negotiating with government officials, not realizing they're talking to a nation."
"…It really makes you understand how important information gathering is."
"No, no, there's no way to investigate."
"No, there's no way to investigate, but aren't you doing that intuitively, Hein-san? That's why I want Hein-san. No matter how much Hein-san struggles, if I make a move, it's all in the palm of my hand. Fufufu…"
"…The fact that there's practically no choice is what's scary about you, An-chan."
Mino-chan said that and sighed.
Mino-chan's personality is like this; he's suitable as a general, but not for politics.
He's not unintelligent, so he probably won't accept unfavorable terms in negotiations, but this kind of behind-the-scenes maneuvering…
There's nothing that can be done about these things, as they depend on compatibility.
"For now, whatever we do, we'll take a break in Enaria first."
"That's right. I hope everything ends without any problems."
"I don't think there's any way for problems to occur this time. It's in the heart of the country, and even if there's sabotage during the peace negotiations, it has nothing to do with us. We'll protect Princess Miffy, and the problem will be dumped on Zilba. We'll just investigate."
"…It feels a bit irresponsible. But there's nothing we can do."
"That's how it is. It's their country's affair, and a mere mercenary can't interfere. As long as Princess Miffy is protected, the peace negotiations will continue. Both sides want peace."
Yes, even if some country wants to disrupt the peace, or if there are those who deny peace within the country, as long as our representatives aren't killed, the negotiations will proceed.
Killing Enaria's representatives is also an option, but I don't think they can kill the king.
If they were killed easily, then they weren't the kind of people to form an alliance with.
"Won't it be blamed on us?"
"No, what good would it do to blame us? We have wives, and instead of a peaceful truce, the Enaria Holy Kingdom would disappear, and a飛び地 (tobichi - exclave) of the Weed territory would be created."
"…That's right. I pray that doesn't happen."
"More than that, if that happens, our workload will double, so we'll avoid any actions that would put responsibility on us."
"Understood."
"Well, the assassins who went ahead will probably investigate those circumstances."
"Speaking of which, was it a good idea to send Kirika and the others? They're undead, and if that ruin over there is functioning as a dungeon, Kirika and the others might be in danger, or at worst, brainwashed?"
"That's part of the assessment. We've made preparations, and I told them to contact us immediately, so there shouldn't be a problem. If it's functioning as a dungeon, I told them to take control immediately, and since we have a dungeon core with plenty of DP, Kirika and the others can take control of the dungeon."
As Mino-chan and I were having such a conversation, I received a message from her.
What good timing.
"Master, we have successfully brought the ruins of Enaria under our control."
"Understood, well done. Are there any other problems or reports?"
"…Nothing in particular. I can also view the surveillance map, and as planned, I can connect it to the dungeon managed by Mino-chan."
"Understood. Mino-chan, contact John too. I'll contact him as well."
"Understood."
Kirika and the others arrived safely in Enaria…
They just arrived, so I can't be too optimistic.
"Kirika, as per the plan, thoroughly search the dungeon for three to four days. Find out how long it's been a ruin and if there's any documentation from the previous occupants. For the outside, conduct reconnaissance with a small group until then."
"Yes, I understand."
"Just in case, there might be someone managing it somewhere in Enaria, so conduct thorough surveillance. If anything happens to you, Asurin will cry."
"I understand. We all dislike making Asurin-sama cry, so we won't do anything reckless."
"That's good then. Well, contact me immediately if anything comes up."
"Yes, leave it to us. Please take care of Asurin-sama and the others."
Now, with this, even if there are problems, it will be easier to deal with them.
At least the escape route is secured, and our own troops are ready to be deployed.
Now, it's up to Enaria. I just hope Seraria and the others don't go on a rampage.
Now, don't say "Enaria has already fallen?"
Yuki and the others just want to act peacefully!!
That's why we've made safety measures!!
Come on, worry about me?