His Majesty is unwell, the Emperor wishes to see you. Leave for now.

....

　Eventually.
　We have been waiting in front of the castle gate for more than a whole day. The morning sun had already risen over the night, and it was now shining in the middle of the sky.
　Alisa and I replenished our food reserves and slept on Puppy's back. By the way, Puppy seems to be able to be active for a few days without sleeping. It's really a very convenient body. If I don't sleep, I can't be active.

　I've been waiting for this to happen, and the one who appeared in front of us was not the knight leader's uncle Isaac, but a rather pompous bald-headed man.
　It's a good idea to have a good time.
　It's just that, you know.
　I think there's a little more to it than that. I've been waiting for over a whole day for nothing.
　Don't you have a way to say you're sorry?

You don't feel well, do you?

''Ah. I'm not sure His Majesty has the time to deal with a messenger that comes to him unexpectedly without an appointment. If you wish to pass by His Majesty, who is very busy, then I'll have you take the proper steps by sending out the messenger that was mentioned earlier.

' ...Oh, I see. So you know who I am, don't you?

"You are a new nation in the making. I'm afraid that we cannot concern ourselves with such a small country.

....

　I don't know. I'd really like to punch this guy right now.
　I mean, he doesn't even tell us his name. Well, I didn't say my name. I'm sure Isaac's informed about me.
　I don't know why he's so high and mighty with me. Maybe he doesn't think me and Puppy are going to freak out or something.

　Well, either way.
　Despite the frustration of having to wait so long for nothing, my country is now recognized in the heart of the Draukos Empire. At least, if this bald man knows about it, there's no doubt about it.
　Rather than messing around poorly now and making relations worse, I'd rather just accept the result of being recognized for now and leave.
　Behind the bald man, the soldiers are despairing, "What the hell is he talking about..." and "We're the ones who are going to die..." and so on.

'So when do I get to see His Majesty the Emperor?

Your Majesty is a busy man. He has many plans. I can't say right now when.

Well, I'll send another emissary.

　Well, I know you're probably lying about your health problems.
　I wasn't expecting to meet the emperor right away, either. But I do have a dragon, the most powerful species in the world. I'm sure Randy and Shelly have given me the information, and I'm sure they could have done something a little more decent.
　If I can't meet the emperor, maybe I can meet someone a little more important. Oh, maybe this bald guy is a bit more significant.

　Talking to the bald man any longer will only add to my irritation.
　At a time like this, it's best to leave quickly.
　Alisa and I climbed onto Puppy's back.

'Well then, Puppy, fly away.

Hmm. Well, not so easy to meet an emperor.

I know. Alisa, are you okay?

Oh, yeah, no problem. Good, Mister Puppy, good.

Mm. Hold on tight. I have been waiting a long time for this and I am feeling the resentment!

That's why she doesn't know what you're talking about.

　A sensation of floating in the air, softly.
　As Puppy's body floats up into the sky, he begins to slowly move forward, taking in the wind. It's much faster than walking, but the ride is very comfortable because it's said to be putting up a wind barrier. The scenery below us is going by at a tremendous pace, but the only thing I feel on my cheeks is a gentle breeze.

"So, kid, where are we going next?

"We're going through our country, in the opposite direction. We're going to the Kingdom of Olvance.

Hmm. I have a feeling we're going to have to wait again.

Well, I don't think the Kingdom of Olvance knows anything about me. They might think I'm just a little kid with no manners.

　I don't know anything about the Kingdom of Olvance.
　The Draukos Empire is the country where I was born, at least. I was born in a place too remote for me to remember.
　I don't remember the name of the emperor, so I don't remember the name of the emperor either. I don't remember the name of the Emperor... Something about Draucos, or something like that, I think it's Draco or something.
　I don't even remember what country I was born in.

"What does Alisa know about the Kingdom of Olivance?

M....wha...me?

Yeah. I don't know anything about that.

I've been living in a hidden village all my life. I'm not so sure about other countries...

'Well, yeah...'

　Because I've been on my own for so long, there's not a lot of information I know. I didn't even show up at the tavern, and I wasn't in a position to show up at the Adventurer's Guild.
　And on top of that, she's a reclusive elven tribe, Arisa. There's no way I'd have any information there.
　Well, if the situation arises, you can just laugh about it and fake it.

''But, Noah-dono.

Yeah?

I've heard about the Evil Dragon Grandizia, too.

　Oops.
　I don't miss the puppy's movement with a twitch.
　I've never heard of it, but the fact that Arisa knows it means it's pretty famous.
　I see. I didn't know you were that famous, Puppy.

You'll be able to find out what kind of person is the Evil Dragon Grandisier?

I've only heard of them, but they are said to be a type of 'Ancient Dragon'. It is said to be the strongest type of dragon, of which there are only seven on this continent.

Heh.

　Beri.

''It is said that when the elders were still children, they once destroyed a part of the current Draukos Empire. It is said that he once rampaged through the land that was then ruled by a small nation and turned it into a barren land.

Heh.

　Beri.

"It is said that he is a longer-lived species than our elves. It is even said that he is the king who controls all demons. Isn't that why Lord Noah named his country after such a legend of Grandizia?　Lord Noah, who has a demon in tow, would be exactly like Lady Rilkara or Grandizia.

Heh.

　Believe it.

'Hey kid!　Why are you scaling me just now!

Oh, you noticed that?

Of course he'll notice!　It hurts!

'Yeah. Puppy.

　Yes, to the complaining puppy.
　I replied with a big smile on my face.

"You know what you've done, don't you?

"...Ugh...

　I can't change the name of the country - Grandizia - now.
　I can't just tell the Draucus Empire that I'm giving up, even though I named my country with all my might.
　I'm going to carry the name of Puppy on my shoulders as my country.

But don't worry, Puppy. "But don't worry, Puppy, I'm a gentleman.

　Well, if they're so legendary that even the elves know about them, their names might be of some use.
　I'll let you off the hook for once. I'm a generous person.

"I'll forgive you if you peel off all of my scales.

'That's usually fatal!

　Because, hey.
　If I cast a healing spell on you, you'll come back to life, so it's okay if you die a little.