I guess you can find a lot of things if you look hard enough.

　Hercule said in a good mood.
　He was in a good mood because he had found the three crops he was looking for.

　They were corn, potatoes, and sweet potatoes.

　Thanks to Cecilia's help.
　No, no, I'm happy to help you with this.

　Cecilia said with a smile.
　It was only with Cecilia's help that we were able to find these three crops.

　It was Cecilia who informed the clergy of the Church of Messiah of Hercule's intentions.

　Under Cecilia's leadership, the Church of Messiah is now extending its reach throughout the world.
　Naturally, before establishing churches and monasteries, it is necessary to conduct in-depth research and planning.

　Cecilia instructed that if any unusual crops were found in the process, they should be obtained and sent to Nova Lemuria.

　But ...... is not a food mentioned in the Bible, can we eat it?
　"That's more proof than argument, I guess. ...... Oh, Ciphany. Put it here.
　Yes, sir.

　In Hercule's office, Cifanie brings a dish made from three different crops.
　She places it on the table, bows and leaves.

　When he was sure that Cifanie was gone, Hercule tapped the table next to him.

　Would you like to eat with me?
　"I'll take your word for it at .......

　Cecilia blushed slightly and moved from the couch across from Hercule to the one next to him.

　So ...... can you explain to me how this is prepared?
　"The potatoes and sweet potatoes were simply boiled, and the corn was ground into flour and then processed into bread.

　Hercule said and picked up a potato.
　He broke it open with his hand and handed half of it to Cecilia.

　Cecilia put her beautiful lips on the potato, as if she was afraid.

　Hmm, it's soft. How can I describe it?　It's hard to describe the taste.
　"Not to your taste?

　Cecilia tilted her head when Hercule asked.

　No, it's not bad. It's just, well, I'm not sure. It's not something I'm used to eating. ......
　"Well, that's true.

　Hercule also took a bite of the potato.

　I'm not familiar with the taste. ......

　Hercule also tilted his head.
　It's a bit of a strange taste, but it's still a bit strange.
　It was no wonder.
　There are no potatoes in the Lemurian Empire.

　It was a completely unknown food.

　Even Hercule's tongue was puzzled by his first taste.　What is this? ......" He seems to be puzzled.

　It grows in the ground, right?　Do you mean roots?
　"No, it's not a root. As I recall, potatoes are a kind of underground stem.
　"...... stem?　This?

　Cecilia tilted her head.
　Hercule agreed.

　"Well, but you see. If you soften the stems of broccoli, don't you think it would look like this?
　...... Indeed, it does seem that way.

　It's a mystery plant, but it's still a mystery plant according to the Lemurian Empire.

　Let's try sweet potato next.

　Similarly, Hercule split a sweet potato in his hand and handed half of it to Cecilia.
　They both take a bite.

　It's a little sweet.
　"Yes, it's like a sweetened ...... potato.

　The sweetness is not as sweet as the variety eaten in Japan.
　It's not as sweet as the Japanese variety, but they haven't improved that much.

　"It also grows in the ground, doesn't it?　The stem?
　Yes, it grows in the soil, but this is a root.
　"Oh, so it's totally different from potatoes.

　Potatoes are a type of potato in the family Solanaceae.
　Sweet potato is a species of sweet potato in the family Solanaceae.

　They are mongoloid, but they are strangers to each other, like a Japanese citizen of Tokyo and a Chinese citizen of Beijing.

　Next is corn.

　After being processed into flour, it is kneaded, baked, and made into bread.

　In Japan, it is common to boil and eat corn.
　However, this corn is not very tasty even when boiled.

　The type of corn commonly grown in Japan is called "sweet corn".
　On the other hand, the type of corn obtained by Hercule is called "flint corn", which is a hard grain type.

　Hmm, this is rather normal.
　"Well, it's normal.

　The fact that it was cooked in bread made it more palatable to both of them.



　But wheat bread is more to my liking.
　Well, that's true.

　Bread made of wheat and bread made of corn.
　There is no reason for either of them to choose the latter, other than curiosity.

　So, Mr. Hercule, what are the advantages of introducing these three crops?　...... If it's just taste, I think wheat is better.
　It's just that we're not used to eating it. ...... Advantages? Well, let's start with an explanation of potatoes.

　Potato.
　It's a crop called potato in Japan.

　Its name comes from "potato from Jakarta".
　When it was introduced to Japan, Jakarta was a Dutch trading post.
　In other words, it is a potato brought by the Dutch.

　It can grow on thin land and is resistant to cold.
　It requires little precipitation.

　In other words, it is a crop that can be grown on land that is not suitable for growing wheat.

　If I had to pick a drawback, it would be that it is prone to repeated crop failure.　Also, it can be destroyed by epidemics. We have to be careful about that.
　So, there are pros and cons. What kind of crop is sweet potato?

　Sweet potatoes.
　In Japan, it is often referred to as sweet potato.

　Its name comes from "sweet potato of Satsuma," which means "sweet potato of Satsuma," and it was named for the fact that its cultivation spread from Kyushu to the rest of Japan.
　In Kitakyushu, it is sometimes called "Ryukyu potato".
　In Kitakyushu, it is sometimes called "Ryukyu sweet potato," and in Okinawa, it is sometimes called "Kara-imo," while in China, it is called "Ban-imo.

　This means that sweet potatoes spread through the Americas, Europe, China, Ryukyu (Okinawa), Satsuma (Kyushu) and Honshu.

　In other words, sweet potatoes are "Satsuma potatoes" to the people of Honshu, "Ryukyu potatoes" to the people of Satsuma, "Tang (Chinese) potatoes" to the people of the Ryukyu Kingdom, and "Ban (European) potatoes" to the people of China.

　Sweet potatoes, like potatoes, can grow well on thin soil and in areas with little rainfall.

　"Will it be prone to crop failure as well?
　No, sweet potatoes are not prone to continuous cropping problems.

　Sweet potatoes are able to fix nitrogen because of their symbiosis with rhizobia.
　Therefore, it can be grown continuously.

　Of course, a certain amount of caution is necessary.

　"Well, isn't it a top competitor to potatoes?
　"That's what I thought too. ...... It needs a warm place and a lot of sunshine to grow. The only place in the Lemurian Empire where it is suitable for cultivation is the Misrule Province.
　I see. ......

　There is no such thing as a universal crop. 　

　Finally, what about corn?
　Well, as you can see, it can be grown on thin land.

　"Corn grows well on thin land, and it is not prone to repeated crop failure.
　It can be grown in areas where wheat cannot be grown, especially in the mountains.

　"Well, to sum up, ......, the advantage of these three crops is that they can be grown in areas where it is difficult to grow wheat. The fact that they can be grown in areas where wheat cannot be grown is a big advantage. More: ......
　"Risk diversification?
　You know exactly what I mean.

　When Hercule praised her, Cecilia smiled happily.
　Risk diversification.
　This is the main reason why Hercule wants to introduce three crops.

　If we grow only wheat, many people will starve to death when the wheat crop fails.
　But if we grow crops other than wheat, we can greatly reduce the number of starvation deaths.

　The important thing in agricultural policy is not to increase the yield. What is important in agricultural policy is not to increase the yield, but to diversify the risk and to limit the damage in case of famine.

　Risk diversification here does not only refer to the type of crop.
　It also includes the regions where the crops are grown and where they are imported from.

　Well, the question is how to eat it and how to spread it.
　The problem is how to eat it and spread it. ...... I've never heard of any food that grows underground.

　People can't eat what they are not used to eating.
　It is not a matter of logic, but a matter of emotion.

　You can eat a king crab, but not a spider.
　You can eat peeled shrimp, but not the larvae. 　
　You can eat shellfish, but not snails or slugs.

　Humans are such creatures.

　In addition, the texture and taste of food are both unknown.

　It is quite possible that the psychological hurdle is higher than that between crabs and spiders, or shellfish and snails.

　"...... And potatoes are poisonous.
　"Oh, really?　I've eaten them. ......
　"No, to be precise, the poison is in the sprouts. If you remove the buds properly, there is no problem.

　However, even though I knew that I could eat African myrtle if I heated it properly, I still thought, "Oh, African myrtle!　I'm having a feast tonight! Tonight we will have a feast!

　How to explain this is important.

　"So, Cecilia.
　"Yes?　What can I do for you ......?

　Hercule suddenly pushed Cecilia down.


　Then he took her lips forcibly.

　With a practiced hand, he ties Cecilia's hands and feet with rope and restrains her.

　"Hey, hey!　What are you doing?　Please don't!
　"Easy, easy. I'm just trying to do you a favor.

　Hercule then stroked Cecilia's cheek.
　Cecilia's breathing became ragged and her eyes began to water.
　Cecilia's breathing became ragged and her eyes began to water. Despite her words, it was clear that she was excited.

　"If you want me to stop, you'll have to help me spread the crop. See?

　When Hercule said this, Cecilia turned her cheeks away.

　"No, I'm not going to give in!

　It was a kind of pretense.

　Cecilia is a clergywoman, after all.
　Premarital s*x is not allowed.

　Cecilia is not allowed to have premarital s*x unless she has an excuse that she was raped and has no choice.

　From Cecilia's point of view, it is no more important to enlighten the clergy about corn, potatoes, and sweet potatoes.
　It's just that ......
　It's just an excuse.


　Hercule slowly reaches for Cecilia's chest.
　Cecilia's body shuddered.

　"Oh, ......, hmm, .......
　"Your body is so honest. You're still the same. ......
　I'm not feeling it. I don't feel anything. It's just weird. ...... I hate you, Hercule!

　In other words, I'm feeling great and I feel good. I love you, Mr. Hercule.
　I love you.

　Cecilia dares to say the exact opposite.
　She is very honest.

　"You're a cute guy. ...... I love you.
　"I love you too ...... Mr. Hercule .......

　When Hercule whispered his love to her, Cecilia swooned.

　What did you say?　I couldn't hear you.

　Hercule's hearing is suddenly impaired.
　Cecilia hurriedly made up for it.

　I don't love you at all, Hercule. I hate you!
　I know. You can't possibly love me, can you?
　Of course not!　I don't like you at all!

　And they laughed at each other.