第１００４堀：各国の交易状況ラスト (Part2)
"The most I know is that ships from another continent have arrived and are engaging in trade, just as Milly mentioned."
"Well, that can't be helped. Regarding Rumel, we have no choice but to gather information from Queen Liliana of the Last Kingdom and the Adventurer Guild where Milly works. There are also the Heroes to consider; we can't afford to make any careless moves."
"Those people are working toward finding a way home, and if we were to take those Heroes under our wing, Rumel wouldn't be pleased."
That’s right. Rumel also has those boys and girls called "Heroes," who were kidnapped under the guise of being summoned. Wait, that happened several years ago, didn't it? I wonder if they’ve all reached adulthood by now?
Anyway, setting that aside, we are Japanese ourselves, so we would like to protect them if possible. However, since they are searching for a way home, their objectives don't align with ours—we’re currently investigating the phenomenon of mana depletion. Still, if we happen to discover a way back, we would naturally share it with them.
"Unless the Heroes reach out to us, there’s no need for us to take action. As Rurua said, Rumel wouldn't like it. There’s no reason to needlessly stir up discord."
It’s true that there’s no reason to sour our relationship with Rumel. It would be best to just help them if those young people come to us asking for aid. Oh, maybe I should send them some sweets later? I’ve been building a friendly rapport with them as a fellow human, after all.
"Alright, last is the Last Kingdom. Zargis?"
"No, why are you nonchalantly passing this to me? I am a researcher for Weed now, not a diplomat for Last. Besides, wouldn't it be better to ask Saintess Elju, who assists Queen Liliana more closely than I do?"
"I can't exactly do that. She’s currently away on a business trip to another continent with those Heroes. I can't just call her back."
"Sigh. If that’s the case... I can only tell you what I know. I haven't heard of any particular problems. It seems that demon-kind working abroad has become common across the Rogari Continent, and as you know, Yuki, many demons visit Weed as well."
"I suppose so."
Indeed, that is correct. Weed is truly a paradise where many races live hand-in-hand. Even demons can live here freely. Though, perhaps the influence of Queen Liliana and Saintess Elju is just too strong; even if they stay for long periods, very few people actually go so far as to move here permanently.
"However, I do hear stories of them facing discrimination in various places simply for being demons. And I don't believe that will disappear easily. Well, Queen Liliana and Leia have said it’s within an acceptable range. Actually, the only instance of persecution I know of involved Leia."
"Eh? Leia? Isn't she the type to strike back immediately?"
"She certainly shares some similarities with Queen Seraria, but... actually, given her appearance, it wasn't so much persecution as it was a mother with children telling her to put some clothes on."
"Ah..."
I suppose that’s understandable. That much exposure is questionable. Her chest is also unbelievably large, yet somehow, it remains balanced. It’s even larger than Rurua’s, which I think is saying something.
"I’ll add the dress code to our future agenda. Leia is a special case, but she’s certainly not the only one with revealing attire. As a man, it’s hard to know where to look. It’s awkward to stare, but it’s just as awkward to look away."
That sounds quite convincing coming from you, Brother. You aren't easily swayed by a chest, after all. Though, you are completely head-over-heels for this rabbit wife of yours.
"That’s true. If we establish a common formal dress code, it should also boost the fashion industry. Let’s decide on an international formal attire in time for the Gourmet Festival."
Ah, that’s a wonderful idea. That’s a great business opportunity right there. We’ll need to make sure we have the materials stocked up.
With that, we’ve grasped the situation in each country...
"Alright. Thank you, everyone. For the time being, the Intercontinental Exchange Alliance seems stable. The only thing left is the war between the Zurabl Empire and the Hain Empire. I don't know how long it will drag on, but if Emperor Eupia asks for help, we’ll side with Zurabl. Is that agreed?"
"Yes."
It’s a case of helping someone we know over a total stranger. Though, I suspect Emperor Eupia is already on our side. Now, it’s just a matter of whether Firia and the others succeed in their current efforts.
Every country seems to be managing somehow, despite having their own share of troubles. It doesn't look like any sparks will fly toward Weed for now. Now then, I wonder how this Gourmet Festival will turn out.