215: Plans regarding the Vanilla Sid System

"Alright, let's discuss the Vanilla Sid System once more."

"Got it."

"Understood, sir."

Setting aside Magatsuki for now.

From here on, we'll focus on the Vanilla Sid System.

"This time, our visit to the Vanilla Sid System is to personally report on the events concerning the Siltrilich System to His Majesty the Emperor. That was our primary objective... however..."

"Was?"

As the Vanillagengroot viscount family—Lord Vee's household—has already taken action, it's clear the Emperor has already received the information. Therefore, there's no longer any need to meet personally.

I see. So now, there's nothing left to report beyond my personal impressions.

First things first.

That much is true, as Vilijanira said—there's no doubt that the Emperor has received the information, judging by the recent movements of the intelligence unit.

Still, if there's anything left to report, it would probably only be information unique to someone who has had direct contact, as Joharlis suggested.

"Yes, just as Joharlis said. I thought it might be fine to skip meeting them, but the Emperor, Empress, Crown Prince, and my mother all expressed a strong desire to meet with us four, so we had no choice but to meet."

"Ah, huh? Four people?"

"Wait, me too? Me too?! Even though Sata's understandable, why me too?!"

"Yes, even Joharlis-sama."

"Ah, this is definitely gonna give me stomach pain... I mean, slimes don't even have stomachs..."

That said, there's no need to force a meeting if it's not necessary... But if they've requested it, then there's no choice but to meet.

The opponent's status and position are simply too strong.

There is no option to avoid meeting.

Moreover, am I also being invited, along with Joharis and Memokshi...?

Well, as for me, my identity is that of a cosmic monster—quite a unique position. Given that, it's not entirely unreasonable that the Emperor and others would want to meet.

"Ah, could it be that those things we found in the warehouse... you know, the ones like that and that...?"

"Yes, exactly. You're fine with that, right?"

"I, well, normally I'd have no problem, but given who the other party is, I'd appreciate a moment to think it over..."

Huh? The warehouse?

I don’t think any strange items were delivered… but then again, maybe Johalis’s costume was among them.

Slimes usually use specialized units, but after enough training and wearing specialized clothing, they should be able to look just like ordinary people.

Anyway, it’s not my concern.

"Lord Sata. I believe you understand, but the tea gathering will take place within the palace—specifically in a private royal space. They’ve likely taken precautions there as well, but there are many products utilizing mods. So please be careful not to recklessly expose Lord Sata’s OS."

"Yeah, you're right. That’s definitely something I need to watch out for. Depending on what gets damaged, I might end up paying compensation that would take decades to repay."

They aren't the type to get angry over something accidentally broken, nor the type to demand compensation, but others around them might not be so understanding, so please be mindful just in case.

I suppose I need to be mindful myself, then.

But I can't help but agree with the warning.

Given the location, valuable and important items are likely to be around, so it's best to stay careful.

"Then, tea gathering? Networking event? Audience? What are the plans after meeting Their Imperial Majesties?"

Well, since we're at it, I might as well ask about the schedule after the tea gathering.

"Officially, it's a tea gathering. As for what comes after, we'll first investigate the Siltrilich system. The intelligence headquarters on Imperial Planet Vanilla Sid should have comprehensive information on the Siltrilich system."

"Hmm, I see."

"There should be all kinds of information available, aside from irrelevant old details, so you should be able to find out just about anything you're interested in, Miss Vee."

"Can we look into things as well?"

"It depends on the information you're seeking, but as long as you're accompanied by Miss Vee, it should generally be fine."

After the tea gathering, gathering intelligence.

That was one of the reasons we're heading to the Vanilla Sid system, so that makes sense.

"What comes after gathering intelligence?"

It depends on the intelligence gathered and the Emperor's requests, as well as the mission of the intelligence unit. In other words, it's impossible to predict.

Since we don't know what kind of information we'll obtain, it's safer not to make any definite conclusions.

After intelligence gathering, it remains unclear.

Still, that's to be expected when you consider what actions like intelligence gathering can actually yield.

Then again...

"But it seems Magatsuki is heading toward the Vanilla Sid system, and considering our history with Her or Vee-sama, there's bound to be some trouble there."

"That's right. There's likely to be some trouble. After all, the Vanilla Sid system is a political hub, so it's bound to be full of complications."

"So, in other words, we can almost certainly expect to get caught up in some kind of incident..."

"In the Vanillacid system, I believe we can safely assume that troubles will come knocking on their own, without even needing Your Highness to do anything—Memo thinks so too."

Yeah, it's surprising that everyone shares this view, but it seems inevitable that some kind of incident will occur.

Well, that's just how it's been so far—our track record speaks for itself...

Since I signed the contract with Viridiana, we've never managed to move through a system without encountering trouble. That's just a fact.

Viridiana's mission itself seems to attract trouble.

Yeah, there's nothing we can do about that.

"Then, let's head to the Vanilla Sid system, fully prepared for anything, as we've made sure everyone is ready."

Now that preparations are complete, it's time for the Vanilla Sid system.

What could possibly be waiting for us there?