Summary of the broad objectives of the meeting: the conclusion of a 'Special Frontier Trade Agreement' and the outline of a 'Commercial Visa'.
Chris and Ellen are asked to join the talks from the middle of the meeting to give their various perspectives and opinions and finalise the discussion.
After the supplementary explanation, Chris and Ellen left the room.
As a result of the various opinions that were expressed to each other afterwards, King Elias, Zack and Oltros were convinced and promised to agree and sign the 'Special Frontier Free Trade Agreement' and the 'Commercial Visa' once again.
Then, after we looked at each other, my father and I presented a 'pill' on the desk.
'This will probably be the most significant commodity between Lenalute and Bardia territory.'
'...... the most important commodity. 'Here we are, and it's still a hidden gem. And what is this commodity, my son-in-law?'
They have a curious look on their faces as the tablets are put out between their eyes.
I smile at them and spin my words.
'This pill is a 'magic restorative'.
When I tell him the name of the product, he and King Elias, father, are taken aback and their faces change colour.
In the midst of this, Zack turned his gaze to me.
"Rid-dono. Is this really a 'magic restorative'? If so, it will cause a tremor in the world."
As expected, Zack cannot hide his surprise and shows a sceptical look.
And, as if following him, Oltros also spoke up.
Zack is right. You know that every country is trying to develop 'magic recovery medicine'. It's hard to believe that they would succeed in developing it in Bardia.
'Zack and Oltros are right. 'Excuse me, Mister Rainer. Is it true what my son-in-law says?"
King Elias was as skeptical as Zack and Ortlos, and looked at his father quizzically.
But after bailing out, his father's voice was heavy and low.
'Yes. There is no need to be false on this occasion. Everything my son Rid says is true. I myself am aware of it, so you can rest assured.'
"My God, ......."
Their expressions of surprise and at the same time, their eyes fell on me.
At that moment, I reply with a smile.
'As I said when I first met your majesty, I had many thoughts after the marriage. But for certain reasons, this medicine cannot be made public yet.
'Indeed, you said that when we first met. But what are the certain reasons why it cannot be made public?"
King Elias nodded and then asked a question with a dubious expression on his face.
I nodded and answered his question.
'Yes. Then let me explain.'
After looking over to my father, I explained to King Elias and them how I developed the 'magic restoration medicine'.
I also explained the name of Mother's illness, her condition and the fact that she was currently undergoing treatment.
I also told them that 'lute grass' in Renalute would be a cure for 'magical power depletion'.
King Elias and the others listened to my explanation with surprise, but without losing their stern faces.
I go on to make a new proposal.
It is to have the Bardia territory rent the land of Renalute and establish a research laboratory for magic restoration medicine and magic depletion disease.
Of course, the Bardia territory will pay for the construction of the research institute.
The cultivation of raw materials for magic restoratives has only been successful in Renalute.
The cooperation of the Renalute side is essential for the mass production of 'magic restoration medicines' in the future.
And it will also be possible to increase the efficiency of the 'Lute grass', the raw material for the cure for Mother's 'magical power depletion', by conducting research in Renalute, where the raw materials are readily available.
In addition, during the talks we had just had, we received an order for the construction of a road from the border point to the capital of Renalute.
In other words, in the near future, it will be possible to quickly 'move people' and 'transport goods' by charcoal trucks.
When I finished explaining the situation and future prospects, Oltros gave me a difficult look.
'I understand that your idea is excellent, ...... Rid. However, I think it would be good if you could provide our country with the technology ...... and then leave the rest to us."
At his words, I shook my head and glared at him.
'That is a consultation I cannot give you. This technology is something that I obtained by sharing my wisdom with various people in order to protect my loved ones and the Bardia territory. I cannot just hand it over.'
"But ......"
Ortlos seems to be a little sniffy, perhaps because he was offered a commercial product with the potential of 'magic power recovery medicine' and 'magic power depletion disease'.
King Elias and Zack show no sign of stopping him either.
Perhaps they are waiting to see how my father and I will react.
I glanced at King Elias and Zack as well, and then clearly stated in a strong tone towards the bitten down Ortlos.
'Technology that has the potential to bring extraordinarily large profits to the country. I don't ...... understand the feelings of Lord Ortlos when he sees it in front of his eyes.'
'In that case, ......"
He looked a little relieved, but I continued my words without slowing my tone.
'But ...... if the central nobility of the Empire finds out that your country has this technology, they will surely want it. At that time, your country will not be in a position to refuse. The technology is only held by the Bardia family. On the surface, Renalute only leases land to the Bardia family. ...... is a way of keeping the technology secret. And we know it is in the best interests of your country."
[......]
I wonder if he was pressured by my different atmosphere and strong tone of voice.
Oltros fell silent with a difficult look on his face.
After a few moments of silence, King Elias exhaled deeply with a grim expression on his face, "Phew.
'...... I never thought that our 'lute grass' would have such benefits. And ...... that the raw materials for 'magic restorative medicine' are cultivated using our land? All right, I'll grant you that too."
"......⁉ Your Majesty, are you sure?"
The one who raised his voice in surprise was Oltros.
King Elias, who looked at him, continued.
Good. And without the information from my son-in-law, we would not be aware of the value of the Lute grass. The same goes for the magic restorative. It would be rather profitable for us to be involved in it. Besides, the son-in-law's mother's life is at stake. We must not do anything to make the Bardia family ...... enemies of the son-in-law. Ortlos, Zack ......, is that clear?
"Yes, I understand."
Ortross and Zack nodded in awe at his words.
I watched the sequence of events, and then bowed my head with a smile before turning my attention to King Elias.
'I thank you for the consideration shown to me by father.'
'Good, good, never mind. The son-in-law is my daughter's husband . It's only natural. I will listen to you from now on if you need anything."
"Thank you."
When I finished my conversation with King Elias, I had a big smile on my face.
Thus, the meeting with Renalute comes to a successful end.
Afterwards, we also have a magic demonstration by the children of the Second Order of Bardia and a test drive on how the charcoal wheel works and how it works.
In the process, King Elias and they seem particularly interested in the magic 'education course'.
It might be interesting to host Dark Elven children as foreign students at some point.
Time passes with such thoughts in mind.
Eventually, it was time for us to return to Bardia, and I once again greeted King Elias.
'Father, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the good meeting we had today."
'My son-in-law, there is no need to be so stiff. 'Also, Fara wanted to come too, but Eltia objected that she shouldn't be taken to the meeting."
'...... I see that was the case.'
King Elias's answer makes me a little shudder.
In fact, I had hoped that today I might be able to see Fara for the first time in a long time.
Letters were exchanged and she was informed about the meeting.
However, Fara has her own position and it was inevitable that she couldn't come.
I handed King Elias the small wooden box with the Bardia coat of arms engraved on it that I had planned to hand over to her.
m, Father. Could you give this to Fara?"
'All right, I'll take it. May I ask what's inside, just in case?"
When King Elias asked me this, I blushed a little and smiled shyly.
'......, it's a 'pocket watch' that I developed in Bardia."
'Hou ...... that will please my daughter. But next time, I hope you'll prepare one for me too."
Ah......⁉ Yes, that's right. I'm sorry I didn't notice."
When King Elias sees my smile, he grins and makes a nasty face.
However, when he saw how flustered I was, he smiled with satisfaction.
'Haha, just kidding. I'll definitely give it to Fara. See you later, my son-in-law.'
King Elias left the place with a hearty laugh.
At that moment, Capella, who was waiting near me, held out a letter and muttered.
'Master Rid. I am sorry, but may I give this letter to Zack-dono? If it bothers you, you may revise the contents."
'Yes, yes, that's fine. It's fine, but ...... let me see what's inside, just in case."
The letter he offered me was read, but there was nothing suspicious about it.
The content of the letter is that Capella and Ellen got married.
Frankly, the two of them seem to be full of love.
However, when I think that Capella wrote this content, I feel I have seen an unexpected side of him.
I shook my head in dismay and handed the letter back to Capella.
'Thank you for showing me the letter. By the way, Capella is surprisingly passionate."
I meant it lightly, but he turns his head down as if thinking.
Eventually, he chuckles as he looks at Ellen, who is working near the charcoal wagon.
'Hmm ...... sure, if you ask me. Even though I have asked you to marry me, when I look at Ellen, ...... this is how I would say it. Yes, I get possessive. I'm surprised that ...... I have such feelings too.'
'Oh, I see. Well, I'm glad you two are happy."
I think Capella's words and mine have a slightly different meaning.
But I decided not to go into it too deeply.
Whatever the case, I think it's good if Capella and Ellen are happy.
As for the letter, there might be a code or something that only Capella and Zack can understand.
Afterwards, with my permission, Capella goes to Zack and gives him the letter.
After the two of them have had some kind of conversation, Zack is stunned with a look of surprise on his face.
I watched this from a distance.
Summary of the broad objectives of the meeting: the conclusion of a 'Special Frontier Trade Agreement' and the outline of a 'Commercial Visa'.
Chris and Ellen are asked to join the talks from the middle of the meeting to give their various perspectives and opinions and finalise the discussion.
After the supplementary explanation, Chris and Ellen left the room.
As a result of the various opinions that were expressed to each other afterwards, King Elias, Zack and Oltros were convinced and promised to agree and sign the 'Special Frontier Free Trade Agreement' and the 'Commercial Visa' once again.
Then, after we looked at each other, my father and I presented a 'pill' on the desk.
'This will probably be the most significant commodity between Lenalute and Bardia territory.'
'...... the most important commodity. 'Here we are, and it's still a hidden gem. And what is this commodity, my son-in-law?'
They have a curious look on their faces as the tablets are put out between their eyes.
I smile at them and spin my words.
'This pill is a 'magic restorative'.
When I tell him the name of the product, he and King Elias, father, are taken aback and their faces change colour.
In the midst of this, Zack turned his gaze to me.
"Rid-dono. Is this really a 'magic restorative'? If so, it will cause a tremor in the world."
As expected, Zack cannot hide his surprise and shows a sceptical look.
And, as if following him, Oltros also spoke up.
Zack is right. You know that every country is trying to develop 'magic recovery medicine'. It's hard to believe that they would succeed in developing it in Bardia.
'Zack and Oltros are right. 'Excuse me, Mister Rainer. Is it true what my son-in-law says?"
King Elias was as skeptical as Zack and Ortlos, and looked at his father quizzically.
But after bailing out, his father's voice was heavy and low.
'Yes. There is no need to be false on this occasion. Everything my son Rid says is true. I myself am aware of it, so you can rest assured.'
"My God, ......."
Their expressions of surprise and at the same time, their eyes fell on me.
At that moment, I reply with a smile.
'As I said when I first met your majesty, I had many thoughts after the marriage. But for certain reasons, this medicine cannot be made public yet.
'Indeed, you said that when we first met. But what are the certain reasons why it cannot be made public?"
King Elias nodded and then asked a question with a dubious expression on his face.
I nodded and answered his question.
'Yes. Then let me explain.'
After looking over to my father, I explained to King Elias and them how I developed the 'magic restoration medicine'.
I also explained the name of Mother's illness, her condition and the fact that she was currently undergoing treatment.
I also told them that 'lute grass' in Renalute would be a cure for 'magical power depletion'.
King Elias and the others listened to my explanation with surprise, but without losing their stern faces.
I go on to make a new proposal.
It is to have the Bardia territory rent the land of Renalute and establish a research laboratory for magic restoration medicine and magic depletion disease.
Of course, the Bardia territory will pay for the construction of the research institute.
The cultivation of raw materials for magic restoratives has only been successful in Renalute.
The cooperation of the Renalute side is essential for the mass production of 'magic restoration medicines' in the future.
And it will also be possible to increase the efficiency of the 'Lute grass', the raw material for the cure for Mother's 'magical power depletion', by conducting research in Renalute, where the raw materials are readily available.
In addition, during the talks we had just had, we received an order for the construction of a road from the border point to the capital of Renalute.
In other words, in the near future, it will be possible to quickly 'move people' and 'transport goods' by charcoal trucks.
When I finished explaining the situation and future prospects, Oltros gave me a difficult look.
'I understand that your idea is excellent, ...... Rid. However, I think it would be good if you could provide our country with the technology ...... and then leave the rest to us."
At his words, I shook my head and glared at him.
'That is a consultation I cannot give you. This technology is something that I obtained by sharing my wisdom with various people in order to protect my loved ones and the Bardia territory. I cannot just hand it over.'
"But ......"
Ortlos seems to be a little sniffy, perhaps because he was offered a commercial product with the potential of 'magic power recovery medicine' and 'magic power depletion disease'.
King Elias and Zack show no sign of stopping him either.
Perhaps they are waiting to see how my father and I will react.
I glanced at King Elias and Zack as well, and then clearly stated in a strong tone towards the bitten down Ortlos.
'Technology that has the potential to bring extraordinarily large profits to the country. I don't ...... understand the feelings of Lord Ortlos when he sees it in front of his eyes.'
'In that case, ......"
He looked a little relieved, but I continued my words without slowing my tone.
'But ...... if the central nobility of the Empire finds out that your country has this technology, they will surely want it. At that time, your country will not be in a position to refuse. The technology is only held by the Bardia family. On the surface, Renalute only leases land to the Bardia family. ...... is a way of keeping the technology secret. And we know it is in the best interests of your country."
[......]
I wonder if he was pressured by my different atmosphere and strong tone of voice.
Oltros fell silent with a difficult look on his face.
After a few moments of silence, King Elias exhaled deeply with a grim expression on his face, "Phew.
'...... I never thought that our 'lute grass' would have such benefits. And ...... that the raw materials for 'magic restorative medicine' are cultivated using our land? All right, I'll grant you that too."
"......⁉ Your Majesty, are you sure?"
The one who raised his voice in surprise was Oltros.
King Elias, who looked at him, continued.
Good. And without the information from my son-in-law, we would not be aware of the value of the Lute grass. The same goes for the magic restorative. It would be rather profitable for us to be involved in it. Besides, the son-in-law's mother's life is at stake. We must not do anything to make the Bardia family ...... enemies of the son-in-law. Ortlos, Zack ......, is that clear?
"Yes, I understand."
Ortross and Zack nodded in awe at his words.
I watched the sequence of events, and then bowed my head with a smile before turning my attention to King Elias.
'I thank you for the consideration shown to me by father.'
'Good, good, never mind. The son-in-law is my daughter's husband . It's only natural. I will listen to you from now on if you need anything."
"Thank you."
When I finished my conversation with King Elias, I had a big smile on my face.
Thus, the meeting with Renalute comes to a successful end.
Afterwards, we also have a magic demonstration by the children of the Second Order of Bardia and a test drive on how the charcoal wheel works and how it works.
In the process, King Elias and they seem particularly interested in the magic 'education course'.
It might be interesting to host Dark Elven children as foreign students at some point.
Time passes with such thoughts in mind.
Eventually, it was time for us to return to Bardia, and I once again greeted King Elias.
'Father, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for the good meeting we had today."
'My son-in-law, there is no need to be so stiff. 'Also, Fara wanted to come too, but Eltia objected that she shouldn't be taken to the meeting."
'...... I see that was the case.'
King Elias's answer makes me a little shudder.
In fact, I had hoped that today I might be able to see Fara for the first time in a long time.
Letters were exchanged and she was informed about the meeting.
However, Fara has her own position and it was inevitable that she couldn't come.
I handed King Elias the small wooden box with the Bardia coat of arms engraved on it that I had planned to hand over to her.
m, Father. Could you give this to Fara?"
'All right, I'll take it. May I ask what's inside, just in case?"
When King Elias asked me this, I blushed a little and smiled shyly.
'......, it's a 'pocket watch' that I developed in Bardia."
'Hou ...... that will please my daughter. But next time, I hope you'll prepare one for me too."
Ah......⁉ Yes, that's right. I'm sorry I didn't notice."
When King Elias sees my smile, he grins and makes a nasty face.
However, when he saw how flustered I was, he smiled with satisfaction.
'Haha, just kidding. I'll definitely give it to Fara. See you later, my son-in-law.'
King Elias left the place with a hearty laugh.
At that moment, Capella, who was waiting near me, held out a letter and muttered.
'Master Rid. I am sorry, but may I give this letter to Zack-dono? If it bothers you, you may revise the contents."
'Yes, yes, that's fine. It's fine, but ...... let me see what's inside, just in case."
The letter he offered me was read, but there was nothing suspicious about it.
The content of the letter is that Capella and Ellen got married.
Frankly, the two of them seem to be full of love.
However, when I think that Capella wrote this content, I feel I have seen an unexpected side of him.
I shook my head in dismay and handed the letter back to Capella.
'Thank you for showing me the letter. By the way, Capella is surprisingly passionate."
I meant it lightly, but he turns his head down as if thinking.
Eventually, he chuckles as he looks at Ellen, who is working near the charcoal wagon.
'Hmm ...... sure, if you ask me. Even though I have asked you to marry me, when I look at Ellen, ...... this is how I would say it. Yes, I get possessive. I'm surprised that ...... I have such feelings too.'
'Oh, I see. Well, I'm glad you two are happy."
I think Capella's words and mine have a slightly different meaning.
But I decided not to go into it too deeply.
Whatever the case, I think it's good if Capella and Ellen are happy.
As for the letter, there might be a code or something that only Capella and Zack can understand.
Afterwards, with my permission, Capella goes to Zack and gives him the letter.
After the two of them have had some kind of conversation, Zack is stunned with a look of surprise on his face.
I watched this from a distance.
