"Okay. Who does Iris admire the most?

The princess.

When you say deal, what exactly do you mean?

We'd be happy to use our jewels and weapons to enlist the help of your best people.


That's perfect, Iris. I'm so happy for you.

"Heh.

　The three of them were at the entrance of a large tree house, making final checks before meeting the elf princess.
　Iris, who had been the biggest problem, had learned the minimum of manners thanks to the two of them.

　Now, she would not be offended by their rude attitude.

Lyrica, it looks like you're all right. I'm sorry to keep you waiting.

Oh, no problem at all!　It's just that we were talking too fast, so it's only natural!

　Then she put her hand on the doorknob.
　From here on, this is the realm of the princess of a country.
　A feeling of tension that she did not normally feel was taking over her mind.

"Sister, what will happen if the princess doesn't like me?

Hmmm ......, the demon king might get upset.

That's not good. ...... You won't be able to come out of the realm.

　Considering the risk of failure, I want to succeed here at all costs.
　In order to do so, the three of them, especially Richt, took a deep breath to compose themselves.

　The discussion with the head of state was about to begin, and not a moment too soon.


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Welcome to the site. My name is Arche.

I'm Arche.

　The elf princess, or Arche, welcomed the three of them with both hands on the ground.
　This is a posture of utmost respect that is also practiced in the human world.
　The welcome was far beyond Richt's expectations.

I've already heard about you. You saved my country's Lirica from the giant spider. I'm really sorry it took me so long to thank you.

"You don't have to do that much!

　Arche bowed deeply.
　The fact that a princess of a country can be made to do so much makes Richt's head feel like it's going to explode.
　Iris was also unusually perplexed by the completely different development from the simulation.

I'm not sure how to thank you ......, but the giant spider was a problem for us too. We were trying to defeat it somehow, but we never thought it would come to this.

　Arche raised his head.
　Arche raised her head. Her beautiful eyes were once again fixed on Richt's face.

　She is both gentle and powerful.
　Even a demon without intelligence would be instantly captivated by those eyes, and Richt was no exception.
　As time went by, I became more and more attracted to Arche.

You are ......, right?

Yes, yes!

Thank you very much for your time, and I heard that you have something important to tell me. ......

That's right!

　I'm not sure what to say, but I'm going to say it.
　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

I'd be happy to use our jewels and weapons to help your country's talented people.

　Before Licht could open his mouth.
　Before Richt could open his mouth, Iris said the words she had just practiced.
　The timing was a little unnatural, though the words were correct and just as practiced.

　Arche was puzzled, but he must have sensed something, because his face immediately returned to a kind expression.
　She laughed like a mother watching her child.

The jewel is a delight. We have a weakness for such things.

"Hahaha.

What a joke.

"Ahahaha. ......

　I was teased.
　You can find a lot of things that you can do to make your life easier.

In fact, there are many children in this country who want to see the outside world. I'm sure they'll be happy to participate if you send them.

"Oh, really?

　Arche answered honestly, without hiding anything.
　If Richt was in Arche's position, he would have been as reluctant as possible and would have looked for more favorable conditions.

　You can really feel the comfort of maturity.

But Mr. Richt. But, Mr. Richt, I don't think it's right to ask you to agree to this unilaterally.

You're right, .......

If that's the case, it would be great if you could eliminate the enemy like you did this time,......, because we don't like conflict.

　Arche's proposal was very simple and straightforward.
　There's a demon king in Dystopia who's itching for a fight.

　There's not a second to waste.

"Sister. That's easy, isn't it?

"Yes, Iris. Is that okay with you, Licht?



Of course it's okay.

　The conversation proceeded without a hitch, as if it had been decided.
　And the smile on Arche's face after the conversation was over was forever burned into Richt's mind.