第５５８堀：穏やかな蚊帳の外での緊急事態 (Part2)
From the perspective of other nations, considering the bullying they suffered at the hands of Haiden and the future balance of power, it’s only natural that they would hold Haiden accountable for their obvious failures. I just hope it doesn't escalate into a war.
"In the meantime, I suppose Weed and Findar will just continue with their leisurely trade?"
"I believe that would be for the best. Rather than nitpicking every one of their failures, showing them that steady, honest negotiations lead to quicker results and greater benefits will be a more effective lesson."
"So, Findar itself isn't going to be too aggressive about it, then?"
"As Her Highness Stasia says. Even if we demanded much from Haiden right now, it would be difficult to enforce, and it would just be a waste of time and travel expenses. If it were His Majesty, he would likely wrap up the negotiations with Haiden at a reasonable point and push forward with trade with Weed instead."
"Is 'reasonable' really enough?"
"To be honest, we would like enough to cover war expenses, but even recovering that is quite difficult. We are looking at the reality of the situation."
"Indeed. If we force them to pay and Haiden collapses, it defeats the purpose. But even knowing that, we can't just make no demands at all. The country would be looked down upon."
Politics is such a headache. They say that post-war processing is even more difficult than the war itself, and they aren't wrong.
"Politics is so difficult, isn't it, Deryu?"
"Ria, you’ve been through enough experiences by now that I think you should be starting to learn the ropes."
"Eh? Isn't that tedious stuff Deryu or Seraria's job? I'd rather focus on guarding Yuki-san and maybe, eventually, having a baby of our own..."
Just as we were talking, a communication came in from Call. Thinking it was just a routine report, I answered without a second thought...
"Yes, this is Yuki. Rurua, is something wrong?"
"Master, everyone, Milly has gone into labor!!"
" " "What!?" " "
The Weed members were stunned by the report.
"If you can step away from your work, please return to Baide immediately!! We are performing the birth at the makeshift hospital we built in Baide!! Considering the impact on mother and child, it is simply impossible to move her to the Weed hospital!! We have brought a few staff members from the Weed hospital, but we would feel much safer if we had Yuki-san and the others' recovery magic!! Please!!"
"Ugh... Rurua... don't... trouble Yuki-san..."
"It’s alright!! Master will surely come, so please rest easy, Milly-san..."
There was no time to calmly listen to the rest of the message. I stood up immediately, ready to give orders, but stopped myself. Damn it, I'm in my Doppelganger body, but since Her Highness Stasia and Georgin are here, I can't just return my consciousness to my real body.
"Everyone. We're heading back to Baide!!"
"Yes!!"
"Indeed. Milly will be relieved to have us all there."
"There's no time to be lounging around in a place like this!!"
"That's right. Let's go help Sister Milly!!"
"Help Sister Milly!!"
I briefly explained the situation to a bewildered Her Highness Stasia and Georgin.
"My apologies. I’ve just received word that my wife has gone into labor. We must return to Baide immediately. As for your escort, I will have Taiki, Eoid, and Amanda take over."
"Oh, I see. A birth, you say? With the recovery magic of you and your companions, I am sure the child will be born safely. Please, do not worry about us and go."
"Indeed. Please, go and take care of your wife. We will make sure to explain the situation to the people of Haiden properly."
"Thank you. Then, excuse us."
Fortunately, Haiden Castle was already under the influence of the dungeon, so we were able to return instantly using the ring's teleportation. If we had been careless, we might have had to jump out of a window, only for someone to look up and shout, "What is that? A bird!?"
But enough of that nonsense.
When we arrived at the designated teleportation point, Shera, Aslin, and Firia, who were already stationed in Baide for defense, were waiting for us. As soon as they saw us, they started running.
"Over here!!"
"This way!!"
"It's this way!!"
This time, this time for sure, I will be there for the moment of birth. I won't let myself get distracted or end up sleeping through it again... No, I won't let that happen a third time!!
With that resolve in my heart, I had my Doppelganger stand by, returned to my real body, and ran toward Milly.
The time has finally come!! In more ways than one!!
Will Yuki finally be able to witness the birth of his child?
Will there really be no interruptions this time!!
Now, regarding a comment from last time—if you can't find the books, the only places I can think of are large bookstores or Amazon.
Also, I have some big news.
Those who have checked the Monster Bunko website might already know, but the 7th volume of *Winning Dungeon*, which goes on sale in August, will have a note saying:
"Comic adaptation in progress."
It is a fact.
They have already approached us, we gave the okay, and they are currently working on it.
Honestly, I think it would be hard to understand without the explanations in the novel, but they said they would give it a shot.
Let's look forward to the challenge taken on by the editor and the manga artist.
I will keep the names of the writer and the manga artist a secret for now.
Well then, look forward to the comic adaptation.