第９５２堀：伝説？と出会う (Part1)
**Chapter 952: Meeting a Legend?**
**Side: Yuki**
We were introduced to someone we never expected, and we were absolutely stunned.
It was only natural, given the name...
" " "Taikobo!?" " "
Yes, Taikobo.
On Earth, he is known as one of the greatest military strategists in history.
Hannibal in the West, Taikobo in the East.
Both are legendary figures who achieved success in siege warfare.
In particular, the *Six Secret Teachings* (Liu Tao) and *Three Strategies* (San Lue) attributed to Taikobo are texts that remain relevant even today.
Furthermore, even for those who know nothing of military history, the name Taikobo is widely recognized.
If you think of a synonym for a fisherman, doesn't that name come to mind?
The legendary strategist—that is Taikobo.
The name itself comes from being "the one desired by the Grand Duke" (Tai-gong-wang).
Why on earth would we be hearing that name in this other world?
My wives—especially Seraria, Deryu, Rurua, and Shera, who have studied military affairs—had their faces twitching.
Ah, of course, Taiki-kun and Diplomat Menou, who came along with us, were the same.
You could say they were dumbfounded.
And I’m sure that, from the perspective of those around me, I must have looked just as surprised.
No, wait. We’ve seen examples like Taizo-san and Kamiizumi Nobutsuna; is such a possibility truly out of the question?
As I spun my head in circles trying to process this, the conversation continued.
"Hm? Well, that is correct. It is Daikobo."
Emperor Eupia seemed very puzzled by the fact that we were all so surprised upon hearing the name.
I suppose he couldn't understand why we, who were supposed to have come from a land far, far away, would know the name Taikobo.
Nevertheless, without trying to pry into that, the Emperor moved the conversation forward.
"This person will be assisting in the governance of Aurelia Port. I did say I would cede that land to Weed, but I didn't think you would be able to gather the necessary personnel overnight."
I see. So that’s why he’s sending someone over.
Well, from our side, it wasn't impossible to scrape together the staff, but it was certainly going to be tight.
We had actually been discussing borrowing personnel from the Zuraburu Great Empire.
In other words, this is a welcome development for us.
"Well, there is also the aspect of surveillance, but will you accept her?"
Emperor Eupia said this with an apologetic look.
Normally, one would hide such a thing, but I suppose it’s a matter of course.
He must have figured we’d realize it anyway, so he decided to be honest and straightforward.
However, we had no reason to refuse...
"Yes. That helps us greatly. To be honest, we were struggling with a shortage of personnel and were debating who to send to Aurelia Port. We aren't familiar with the customs here, either. So, having someone like that come is truly appreciated."
"Oh! I am glad to hear you say that. Then, I shall introduce her. Show, come in."
"Yes. Excuse me."
Hm?
The voice that answered from beyond the door was a woman's.
Ah, I suppose it was the guard who responded.
Just as I thought that, the door opened, and in walked a beautiful woman with silver hair.
"I have been introduced. I have the honor of holding the title of the one desired by the Emperor of the Zuraburu Great Empire. My name is Daikobo Show Rhythms."
The woman introduced herself and performed a graceful, elegant bow.
Ah, not *Taikobo*, but *Daikobo*.
A homophone, then?
No, that’s fine. It means she isn't *that* legendary Taikobo.
" " "Phew..." " "
The members on our side, myself included, all let out a sigh of relief.
"Why are you all so relieved?"
"Ah, please forgive us. We have a figure in our own history named Taikobo. The origin of the name was the same, so we were quite surprised."
"Ho. The origin is the same, you say? And was this Taikobo such a great strategist?"
"Yes. He left a brilliant name in history. It is said that even to this day, there is none who can compare to him."
"Ho-ho. A name of that magnitude, is it? Then Show is carrying quite a heavy name on her shoulders."
"I am merely here to fulfill my duties. However, I intend to work in a manner that does not bring shame to the name I have been given."
Daikobo Show declared this firmly.
Wow, she’s impressive.
Even after being told all that, she didn't seem intimidated in the slightest.
I suppose she has the ability to back up the name Daikobo in her own right.
Well, it’s not like they would bestow such a grand title out of mere whimsy.
"Then, I would like to head to Aurelia Port immediately to begin work. However, I only returned recently and am not well-acquainted with the people of Weed and Sea-Cypho. First, I would like to hear various things about your country."
What Show said was perfectly reasonable.
It would be difficult to cooperate effectively with someone you know nothing about.
Well, she might know some things from documents, but it’s important to build mutual understanding like this, and the fact that she can do so without any pretense is wonderful.
If things went poorly, some people might get angry, asking why we don't know anything about them at this stage.
Still, since the person in charge is new, if we don't meet face-to-face and deepen our mutual understanding, discrepancies will arise in unexpected places, leading to problems.
As I was raising my estimation of Daikobo Show, Emperor Eupia beckoned me over for some reason.
"Yuki-dono, I have a private matter to discuss."
"Your Majesty. Such behavior is..."
"Quiet. You will have to put up with her stubbornness. It is only proper to offer a sincere apology."
"Hmm."
Are there a lot of problems?
But what does he mean by "putting up with Show's stubbornness"?
"Haa. I suppose there’s no point in speaking secretly now. Very well. People of Weed and Sea-Cypho. The nobles in the Imperial Capital have now fully recognized your capabilities. However, those who have only heard the reports are not so easily convinced."
Ah, I see.
So, even if our technological prowess has been reported as information, they can't truly understand or grasp it.
In other words, they won't believe it unless they see it with their own eyes.
"In other words, you want me to show it to Daikobo-dono as well?"
"Yes. That is it. Even though I, the Imperial Council, and the nobles have all recognized it, she is truly stubborn."
"Stubbornness is fine. It just means the reports were so unbelievable."
It’s only natural that someone considered the brains of the military—or rather, the country—would want to verify it.
In fact, I’m surprised the talks had proceeded this far without such a person involved.
"I understand. I think it’s better for you to have a proper grasp of things, so I have no problem with a demonstration. But where should we hold this exercise?"
"That is the problem. A forest would be easy, but... I would be troubled if any more of them were blown away. And setting up scarecrows would also be..."
If we bombard a forest, we lose valuable resources like timber.
And setting up scarecrows requires resources and time.
All just to be blown away.
Nobody wants to do something so wasteful.