167: Heading toward the Sibrausmiss System

"Name change complete. From now on, this vessel shall be known as 'Carnival Viper.' All crew, please remain vigilant."

"Name change confirmed. Data updates completed. Confidential notifications to relevant parties have been sent. All is in order."

"Then, commencing our journey toward the Sibrausmiss System, as of now."

Several days after receiving the report on the events that occurred in the Niliannipotts System.

We departed from the base colony and changed our ship's name and exterior paint while passing through the asteroid belt.

Then, we began moving toward the Sibrausmiss System.

Although 'Sexy Miazuma' hasn't made any conspicuous appearances in the Niliannipotts System, now that our name is no longer linked to any public records, anyone trying to track us by the name 'Sexy Miazuma' will no longer be able to follow our trail.

Incidentally, when we were known as 'Sexy Miazuma,' we submitted a flight plan heading toward a different star system and even navigated accordingly, so those who could only obtain the flight plan would be led astray toward that other system.

Therefore, if anyone follows us all the way to the Shiblasmith system... they'd have to be quite capable of gathering information.

"Switched to autopilot. From here, it'll take about a day and a half to reach the Shiblasmith system—no need to worry, we can leave it be."

"Thank you, Johalis."

"Then let's confirm the next steps."

"Yes, Sir Sata. Preparing now."

As for the Vilijaniara's sensors, they're still not detecting anything.

So, let's go over our preparations one more time for the upcoming Shiblasmith system visit.

"Then, let me explain using the notes. First, this is the overall map of the Shiblasmith system."

Memoqsi projects the star chart of the Shiblasmith system.

One star, multiple gas planets, countless asteroids—but no habitable planets appear to exist.

"The Shiblasmith system is adjacent to the Vanilla Sid system. Naturally, this means initial colonization occurred during the early days of the Vanilla Cosmopolitan Empire."

"Hmm, I see."

In essence, this means it's a system with a long history.

"Back in the days of initial colonization, there were technical challenges in terraforming planets. Gas giants served as energy sources, while other planets proved useful as resource hubs. As the Empire expanded, there was a growing need for large-scale shipbuilding and colony construction. A combination of these various factors led to the Sibra Smith system becoming a key industrial hub within the Empire."

"That's why there's so much stuff made in the Sibra Smith system, huh?"

Just as Memokushi said, the Sibra Smith system produces spacecraft, space colonies, specialized colonies for planetary settlement, and various other machinery.

Moreover, the mods needed to build these machines, as well as the mods used within them, are also produced right here in the Sibra Smith system.

So many things are made here that it's said there's nothing in the Sibra Smith system that can't be produced.

"There are three main reasons for visiting the Sibra Smith system this time. First, this system lies directly on the shortest route to the Vanilla Sid system."

"That's right. After the Sibra Smith system, we head to the Vanilla Sid system."

The first reason is simply because it's on the way.

It's blunt, but that's exactly the truth—there's nothing we can do about it.

"The second is the interior renovation of the Carnival Viper. Since this ship is officially now Lady Vee's, its interior must reflect Lady Vee's preferences and status."

"I personally think it's fine as is... but apparently that's not an option."

"Well, I guess that's just how it is."

"As I mentioned recently, I plan to hear the requests from Jhahris and Sata within reason, so please let me know again later."

"Understood."

The second reason is modifying the 'Carnival Viper,' a ship owned by Viridianiara but not customized exclusively for her.

It seems that matters involving nobleman Arecorere are involved, and even though Virijanira herself doesn't seem to care, it appears there's no way to get around it.

Then, I might as well adjust the controls to suit Johalis, and I can really feel Vilijanira's decisiveness in having my private quarters officially prepared.

"The third item is receiving customized equipment—Satā-sama's greenhouse, the memo body, and so on. Given everything that's happened and how we're dealing with the hidden mastermind involved in the Siluturirichi star system, this is essential."

"Indeed."

"Exactly so."

"Yes, we should ensure safety, even if just a little."

The third reason for heading there is acquiring equipment.

The cultivation chamber I plan to use in the Ether Space might be a bit questionable... but the new body for Meokushi will clearly be designed with future hardships in mind.

"Also, since it's not the main objective, we may cut it short at times, but we'll continue sightseeing and inspections as usual. Deviating from our previous routine could lead to unforeseen complications."

Sightseeing and such will proceed as normal.

That said, based on the materials I've seen, it seems a bit difficult to find cuisine unique to the Shiblasmith system—just because it's the Shiblasmith system. Hmm, what should we do about that?

"Lastly, Miss Vee. Do you currently perceive any threat from the Shiblasmith system?"

"Not at this time. Therefore, incidents like the one involving Maglenia are not currently occurring."

"I understand. Thank you."

Currently, there have been no major events in the Shiblasmith system that have reached the general public of other star systems.

So, it should be sufficient to remain alert only for ordinary incidents.

"Then, we will conclude this verification."

And so, we departed from the Nelianipotts system and began our faster-than-light journey toward the Syblasmiths system.