When the discussion was heated, Chief Administrator Tomax Bartmann spoke up.
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"What to do with the four duchies will be on the agenda for the next <
Following this statement, the discussion focused on
Without information that can serve as a basis for decision-making, nothing can be done.
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"The next
Elena said.
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"That would be great. ...... Yes, we
Ilmina Ratkin says.
"We have made several small visits to other duchies in the past.
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Most of the time it was technical assistance, she explains.
"I think we can make it to the Principality of Mimaka and the Principality of Dalat, but maybe not to the Principality of Jagus and the Principality of Norway.
The two countries are very stubborn and have only been visited recently for business meetings.
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"Nominally, we are buying wheat.
The four duchies, including the Duchy of Jagus, are major producers of wheat, and it has become a common practice to buy wheat from them in return for selling them magical tools.
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"In June, it is time to harvest the winter wheat.
Since the four duchies are located near the equator, they produce a lot of winter wheat, and the quality is not bad.
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The magic tools are imported from the
"Surely, this is a good time to take advantage of it," said Tomax Bartmann.
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Tomax Bartmann said.
"I would like you to find out as much as possible about the technical information and the situation in the country.
At this point, the deus ex machina raised his hand.
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"Well, do you think it would be possible for me to visit the Principality of Jagus?
"What?
The conference room was abuzz.
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"It is true that Makina-dono is not a representative of any country. ......"
Tomax Bartmann made a difficult face.
"Yes, it would be risky to go to the Duchy of Jagus so suddenly. I think it would be better to go first to the Principality of Mimaka, which is the most favorable to us."
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"But ......, uh, Recode, is that where the garrison is located? The Duchy of Jagus is too far away to get enough information from there.
Makina countered.
"But it would be very dangerous to go directly to the Principality of Jagus.
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Tomax Bartmann is reluctant to go directly to the Duchy of Jags.
Elena also gave her advice.
"That's right, Makina-sama. According to the information we have, a merchant from the Kingdom of Selroa has been arrested on suspicion of espionage. We have not received any news of his release since then.
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"Hmm, that's dangerous."
Tomax Bartmann looked as grim-faced as ever.
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How about a visit to the Principality of Norway?
Now Jin spoke up.
"The Duchy of Norway is hostile to the Duchy of Jagus, isn't it? <
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"Ummm, you have a point, Mr. Jin. ......"
"Indeed, the Principality of Norway may be a good place to gather information.
Since the Duchy of Norway is hostile to the Duchy of Jags, the Duchy of Norway must be gathering information, and it would be a great plus if we could find out what they were gathering.
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"But even so, the risk is not zero.
As usual, Tomax Bartmann looked difficult.
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"I am aware of that, sir.
But Makina is not going to give in.
"In the first place, you can't hold me with ordinary means, sir.
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That's true.
But what is your reason for going to the Principality of Norway, Makina-sama?
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Elena asked. She must be worried.
"How about selling a golem, for example?
A golem for combat would be a much-needed item, Makina said.
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"That may be so, but are you going to sell such a weapon to the Principality of Norway?"
Elena worried that this might upset the balance of power.
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"That's the problem, isn't it?"
Makina said thoughtfully.
"I thought about the possibility that we could take control of it if it comes to it," she said.
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Makina said she was hesitant because that would be a complete fraud.
"Well, the Principality of Norway is like a military regime, isn't it?
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Jin, who had once fled with Rhodes, commented.
Northerner Quetos overheard this,
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"Do you know something about this, Mr. Jin?"
He asked.
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"A little, but when I went to the Maise Plains with Master Rhodes of the Puppet Army to do some research, we saw some soldiers.
In fact, they attacked Jin and Rhodes, trying not to let them escape, but Jin doesn't say that much.
"I see. ......
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"I see..." "That means they've been having a little skirmish every now and then on the Maise Plains."
I just report that I saw him leading a battle golem.
"I see. So there is an aspect of proxy warfare by golems, after all.
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Northanon Quetos said, "I heard that due to the small population, people avoid fighting each other as much as possible.
"In a country like that, they will do whatever it takes to win. It would be too risky to go directly into the country.
Northerner Quetos also seemed to be against the idea of Makina's visit.
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"I think it would be better to visit as an official delegate."
Fiona Fias spoke up.
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"We should make it clear that we are backed by the
"Indeed, Fiona's opinion may be more secure."
Tomax Bartmann agreed.
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"If we are going to ......, would it be okay if we make it one of the agenda items at the next
Tomax Bartmann in summary.
"No objections."
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"No objections."
The meeting ended with a unanimous vote.
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"Thank you very much for your hard work, Mr. Tomax.
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After the meeting, Jin personally thanked Tomax Bartmann for his hard work.
Incidentally, Tomax Bartmann approached him.
Tomax said, "No, I'm doing my part.
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Tomax said to Jin, "No, this is my role too,
"Don't push yourself too hard," he said.
Tomax said, "No, I'm just doing my job.
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Yes, Manon's presence has been a great help. Simone is working as a deputy for the continent of Pandor as well, and the burden has been eased considerably.
"I hope that's the case. ......"
"Oh yes, the 3D magic circle and the magic circle projection technology, you're the man, Jin-dono. I will give you permission tomorrow, and I would appreciate your guidance."
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"Yes, sir."
And so, at 9:00 p.m., Tomax Bartmann's day was over.
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