第９９７堀：一夜明けて人は慣れる？ (Part2)
"Yes. I would appreciate it very much. I absolutely do not want to return to that state again," Show said, readily accepting Rurua's medical examination.
Well, it seems I’ve succeeded in bringing the Great Emperor into the fold just as planned. I suppose it’s truly rare for a woman to want to leave an injury untreated. Stasia is the exception to that rule, and an extreme one at that.
"And, during that treatment, if possible, I would like to learn about the knowledge of recovery magic as well. Would that be alright, Yuki-sama?"
Oh, so she’s bringing that up now. Still, I have a schedule to keep...
"Let's see. Shall we discuss the upcoming schedule first? That sort of magic requires a significant amount of time. If you only wanted a superficial overview, Rurua could teach you during the treatment, but is that what you are hoping for?"
"No. I would like to acquire the knowledge of recovery magic that Weed possesses, within a reasonable scope. Therefore, I would prefer to be taught in earnest."
That’s the expected response. Improving recovery magic leads directly to saving lives. As Kirue mentioned back home, for the Zurable Empire, which is currently at war, this is knowledge they would give anything to possess.
"Then we will need to coordinate our schedules. I should speak with Emperor Eupia about..."
"There is no need for such worry. I have already moved to the seat next to you," a voice suddenly called out from behind me. I turned to find Emperor Eupia facing a tray piled high with breakfast, busily dismantling the mountain and tossing it into her mouth.
"Your Majesty. Since when?"
"Aslin and the others were so happy that their 'big brother' had arrived. Isn't that right?"
"Yeah! I can tell right away when Big Brother comes!"
"I can tell everything about Big Brother!"
"That’s right. So, are you going to start full-scale magic lessons?"
"No, magic lessons aren't something that can be finished in a day or two. Right, Rurua?"
"Yes. Labyris gave a very light explanation of the basics in the bath yesterday, but for a full-scale course, it would take a considerable amount of time. Even a month would not be nearly enough."
Indeed, this falls under the category of technical research. If one could learn and understand everything in a day or two, no one would struggle. Emperor Eupia seems to understand that much, as she...
"That is only natural. *Chomp.* I shall select personnel to send here for the full-scale magic lectures, and I would be grateful if you would accept them. *Munch.* But before that, I want something that can demonstrate whether the knowledge that Rurua-dono and the others teach is truly useful. *Gulp.*"
"Please finish chewing before you speak, Your Majesty!"
"They say when in Rome, do as the Romans do. In this buffet, it is acceptable to speak while eating. The only rule is not to inconvenience other guests. Isn't that right, Yuki-dono?"
"Yes."
There is no one here but people from the Zurable Great Empire and the people of Weed. There are no ordinary citizens to be inconvenienced. So, I have no choice but to say it’s fine. While common sense dictates that one shouldn't talk while eating, it’s also true that it’s not something worth getting worked up over.
"Haa... Your Majesty... honestly, I am so sorry. It seems that ever since we arrived in Weed, all sense of propriety, insight, and common sense has flown out the window..."
Show said this looking genuinely apologetic, but the cause was...
"Emperor Eupia-chan, this is delicious. Here, say 'aah'."
"Oh, I shall not hold back. Aah."
"This one is delicious too!"
"Of course I shall have some. Aah."
"My, you’re quite popular."
"Fu-haha!"
...No matter how I look at it, it seems Aslin and the others are having a bad influence.
"No, no. It is we who should apologize, as Aslin and the others seem to be getting a bit too carried away."
We ended up bowing to each other.
"Even I behave properly in official settings. So, what say you? Can we learn the knowledge of recovery magic during our stay and produce results that I can use to persuade my country?"
"Hmm. To be honest, doing it in just a few days would be extremely difficult. At best, we could teach the basic theory and give a lecture on human anatomy, but there is a very high possibility that would be the end of it."
"Well, that is only natural. Hmm, there is no particular reason to be fixated on these few days anyway. It is only an instant away via the Gate. It would be better to select people on our side, bring them here, and have them taught Weed’s magical knowledge. And to argue for the necessity of that... if Show were to bare her—no, that would be problematic. It would be best to have Rurua-dono or Aslin and the others treat a patient."
"That would be the most reasonable approach."
"We can discuss the details after today's schedule is finished. It would be difficult for you, Yuki-dono, if we changed the plans so suddenly. With that said, I shall continue to eat!"
" " "Ooh!!!" " "
Following this, as is usually the case, the schedule was pushed back by two hours due to overeating—a natural conclusion, all things considered.
People are surprisingly adaptable. They have put down roots and lived everywhere from scorching heat to freezing lands. Therefore, humans are creatures of habit. And as for Emperor Eupia, there is no problem with her being a little too accustomed to things.