So long, Jessica. You will do your best to support Master Noah wholeheartedly.

Yes, mother. I'm off.

"Dear Noah. Please take care of Jessica. It is my mother's wish that my daughter be of service to you, Master Noah.

Huh....

　The signing ceremony went off without a hitch.
　In terms of content, it is exactly the same as what was conveyed to me earlier. I've been told by Drake that 'there's a possibility that they will come up with conditions that will be detrimental to our country when it comes to the real thing, so please pay attention to them', but it looks like that was unfounded as well.
　And even though it was initiated by me, it seems that Jessica is going to come to the country with me.
　I'm not sure if that's a good idea.

''Well then, thank you for the night,''

Yes. I hope that our country and Grandizia will continue to enjoy friendly relations in the future.

Yes. I think so, too.

　I took the hand Feliana offered me and nodded.
　Although Drake was saying vixen, vixen, vixen, but for me, Feliana seemed to be someone I could trust.
　Of course, as a queen, Feliana is the reigning queen of the great kingdom of Olvance, and there is no doubt that she is far smarter than me. It is impossible for me to guess what is going on behind this smile.
　But it's like a gut feeling.
　As long as the Kingdom of Olvance considers its relationship with my country to be "beneficial," I think we can build a friendly relationship.
　Oops.
　But first, I have to check this.

"Uh, Feliana-san...

How can I help you?

'One thing I'd like to make sure of... we can assume that we now have the legitimacy to go to war with the Empire, can't we?

Yes. The Empire is the enemy of our country. You will be able to find out more about the fact that you have been fighting with each other on the border for more than fifteen years until now. You'll be able to find out more about this by visiting the website.

Thank you. Then you're welcome.

　I don't know what the justification is for fighting country to country, or what the cause is, or anything like that.
　For now, there's nothing wrong with me invading the Empire right now - as long as I know that. You can ask Drake about the etiquette of war when you get back.

Come on, pup, let's go.

Hmm. Step up on my back.

　It's Puppy's back on the way home as well as on the way there.
　In addition to me and Alisa, a new crew member named Jessica, Puppy should have no problems. Before, it was okay for Chappie and Milo to be on board, so I'm sure Puppy won't have any problems.

'Well then, Mr. Puppy, if you'll excuse me.

"Mm.

　Hiyori, Alisa kicks the puppy's scales and runs up.
　Alisa, who originally fought against demons as an elven fighter, is also very physically capable. As an archer by profession, Alisa often climbed trees to shoot bows, so riding on the back of a puppy was not a problem for her.
　But the problem is Jessica.

''Well then ... um, Princess Jessica.''

Yes, sir!　Wow, you can call me Jessica!

Well then, Jessica. Can you catch me?

　Reluctantly, Jessica takes my hand.
　It's a small, cold hand. Maybe she's the daughter of royalty and she's never done any water work. They're smooth.
　Jessica's slightly flushed face is down and she's facing me as if to shake my hand.

".........

....

　No, I don't know what to do.
　I can't get to Puppy's back anytime soon, even if I'm shaking hands like this.
　Well, I guess it's too much to ask to leave everything to someone I just met. I don't know if Jessica trusts me yet.

Okay, I'm going to go.

Yikes!

Yes, close your mouth.

　It's already sluggish, so I'll just carry on with it.
　Even if she gets a little out of control, Jessica's strength won't help her escape from me. I hold her with my right hand on my shoulder and my left hand behind my knee.
　This is what is known as a 'princess hug'. And since the person being held is also a princess, it's not necessarily wrong.

"Yo, and.

　I put a lot of effort into my legs and jumped up with Jessica in my arms.
　Jessica's face is bright red and trembling, and she squeezes my clothes tightly. That's because I'd be surprised if she jumped up and down in my arms all of a sudden.
　I'm keeping my mouth shut so I don't bite my tongue. It seems he's listening to me.

"Phew.

Ha, ha, ha...

Oh, I'm sorry. Surprised?　Don't worry, we're here.

Hi, hi...

　Good, I sit on Puppy's back.
　I sat Jessica in front of me while I sat down in front of her. I couldn't leave her alone, as was expected.

So, Master Noah, I wish you well.

Yes, thank you for everything. Puppy, let's go!

Hmm.

　He waves to Feliana and with that, the puppy slowly takes off.
　The ground gradually gets farther and farther away as it slowly flaps its wings. Jessica's eyes were black and white at the sight.

The first thing that comes to mind is the fact that we are going home. Puppy, straight to the country.

Let him.

　The puppies run across the sky and a moderate breeze caresses our cheeks.
　Flying through the air with the clouds below her - this is probably the first time Jessica has felt this sensation.

'Wow....'

Hmm?

No one has ever done that before.　You can fly so high with a dragon!

Oh, yeah. Just make sure I have you in custody for your own safety.

Yes!

　She's mature, but she's still a child.
　Jessica says this excitedly as she sits on the back of the high-flying puppy. I'm somehow relieved.
　But I'm still holding on to my clothes. Well, it's definitely the height at which I would die if I fell.

'Oh my God!　It's a great dragon!

'Hahahahaha!　Praise me more, little girl!

　No, puppy.
　You look happy, but Jessica doesn't understand a word you say.