King's Landing at Athur.

Did you hear that, man?

　Then the turbaned man pulled his face closer, and the white-haired man, who had been checking the luggage in the back of the carriage, nodded with a divine look on his face.

'Oh, you're that bastard from Hundert, aren't you? They say the carriage flew up into the sky...

Yes, it's that stupid rumor.

　When the man in the turban agrees, the white-haired man frowns.

'If you know it's going to raise eyebrows, why are you talking about it?'

That's because I didn't raise my eyebrows.

　The man in the turban assured him, and then excitedly pulled something out of the leather bag at his waist.

'What do you think this is?'

　When the white-haired man looked at him after being told that, he saw a leaf chocked on his palm.

''........What leaf is that?''

Take a whiff.

"...a strange scent. What's wrong with it?

　The man with his nose close to his palm looked up and asked him that, and the man in the turban plucked a leaf and lifted it up.

It's a mint leaf. They say it has a strong smell and can be used for cooking and other purposes. I heard they have a lot of other unusual things on hand.

　As the man in the turban said this, the white-haired man changed the color of his eyes and looked at the mint leaves.

You mean the one you got on the rumored flying island? That's good money. But is it true?

It's not a lie. 'You're not kidding, I've collected some rare things from the middle of nowhere, and the leaves and stuff are too fresh. And I just saw a guy from Hundert just three days ago in King's Landing. You don't have the time or money to stock up on them.

''Well whether you've been to the flying island or not, the item you can't get anywhere else is fascinating. If you're not careful, a poor bastard like Hundart will be uprooted.

　The man in the turban lets out a sigh and chuckles as the white-haired man utters this with a chuckle.

'You won't have to worry about that, I'm afraid. I'm afraid so.'





[Hundert]

　Two days after the imperial army withdrew from the royal capital.

　There was a man driving a carriage out of the city. He was a slender man with a distinctive hunched back with a large rounded back. He was about forty years old, but the tired look on his face made the man look much older than his age. He also had the appearance of slightly thin, floppy black hair and brown eyes, giving the man an overall vague impression.

'Hundart. We have to do it. If you can't sell it in the capital, then you can just sell it in another big city. If it doesn't sell in King's Landing, we'll just take it to another big city. In fact, it's a top-quality product, and I'm sure the lords of towns in the countryside will jump on it.

　The man, Hundart muttered to himself, and was driving the carriage down the street.

　Hundert proceeded to keep an eye on his surroundings, occasionally turning his attention to the back of the carriage.

''There's no remnants of the Imperial Army, is there? If they had seen that black golem, of course they would have run back. After all, all my fellow peddlers are so scared that they won't even leave the city...

　A wide street near the royal capital. Normally, this street is busy with people of all walks of life, but there is no sign of people or carriages anywhere you look.

　The only people present are Hundert and his carriage. I'm sure you'll be happy to know that I'm not the only one.

　Suddenly, the carriage floats up in a flurry and Hundert blinks his eyes and looks down at the ground.

''Huh?''

　The ropes connecting horse and carriage became taut, and as Hundert waddled and flailed his limbs in confusion, another shadow swooped down and held the horse from the side.

'Whoa!

　Hundart screamed at the sudden visitor and turned around to scream and run towards the cart.

　Then he noticed the huge figure behind the carriage and screamed out.

'Gosh, gosh, a golem, a golem!

　Hundert's exclamation, which echoed from the carriage that was floating up into the sky, was said to have reached the gates of the distant royal city.





　Hundert, who had somehow arrived in the newly created flying sky country, looked down at the unconscious horse from the top of the carriage with abandon.

''This, this place........''

　He looks around in a daze, but the two robots standing nearby are no longer paying attention, and his eyes are instead focused on the large, tall trees.

　However, the power returns to Hundart's eyes as he looks up at the castle at the highest point on the island.

'....What a castle. Is this heaven.....no, the clouds are right next to it....and this golem....

　Murmuring in a shaky voice, Hundart dismounted from the carriage.

　Once again, he looked at the scenery around him and opened his mouth.

''No way, an ally announced by the kingdom........''

Oh no, I'm sorry. You must have been scared.

　He was suddenly approached, and Hundart let out a goofy voice and fell on his buttocks on the spot.

　When he looked up, he saw a young man with a sober but kind face. The young man looked at Hundart and the carriage and opened his mouth.

''Maybe because it was right after the war, I was in trouble because there were no merchants at all. You're a merchant, right?''

　After being told that, Hundart hurriedly replied while standing up.

''Ha, yes! My name is Hundert! Are you one of the great magicians...?

　Hundart asked as he looked at the oddly dressed young man from top to bottom. The young man chuckled at that and tilted his head.

''It's a rumor? What kind of rumors are you talking about?

''Oh, um, there's a country on the island in the sky called the Land of the Sky, where there are ten legendary great sorcerers and their disciples, over two hundred sorcerers...''

'Oh, ooh ... that's such a great story.

　The young man, who seemed surprised by Hundart's line, laughed in annoyance and pointed at himself.

'My name is Taiki. It's nice to meet you, Mr. Hundart.

　The young man holds out one hand as he says his name, and just as Hundart involuntarily holds out his hands to clasp them back, he realizes that multiple figures are ducking down behind Taiki, lowering their posture.

　As Hundart gasped and stiffened, Taiki turned back to say, "Oh.

''Please don't stare at him too much, folks. Otherwise, you'd be scared of being brought up to the sky.

Yes, I understand.

　The young men and women of the cat-beast people stood up in response to Taiki's words. Completely frightened, Hundart opened his mouth while glancing at the cat beast people.

''Ah, um, what do you want me for...?''

'Oh, yes. I hadn't told you yet.

　With that, Taiki pointed to the carriage owned by Hundert.

'I wanted all sorts of goods from down under.

　At Tyki's answer, Hundart blinked his eyes a few times and nodded.

'Wow, you mean, you want to buy my goods? That's a thank you story...

　In the middle of Hundart's speech, Taiki raised one hand and shook his head from side to side.

''I'm sorry, but I don't have any money...''

　At Taiki's words, which were said in a really apologetic manner, Hundart turned his eyes to the two robots with a giggle.

　Seeing Hundart's face that was about to cry, Taiki hurriedly waved his hands in the air.

''Oh, no, no! Of course, I'm not looking for a free ride! Apparently, there are some rare things on this island that aren't found down there, so I was wondering if we could do something about it in the form of a barter, if you don't mind...

　Hearing the explanation, Hundart patted his chest and let out a breath.

''That's right........! In that case, I'd love to have you! Unusual items sell well in the city. We're grateful for that, too!

　Hundert, who understood what was being said, said this happily, and ran hurriedly towards the carriage.

''Good. Then I'll take this one as well.''

Yes, sir.

　Hearing Taiki's instructions, the two cat-beastmen stepped forward with a large basket.

　They quickly laid out a cloth on the ground and arranged vegetables and plants on top of it.

This is a specially made outfit made by a famous tailor, and although he was very particular about the materials he used to make it, he was rebuffed because it was too expensive to take to the royal capital and only the nobility could afford it. But there was no way I would have the connections of a nobleman, so I wondered what to do...

　Hundart brought the items to him with a flippant and poorly spoken statement, but stopped when he saw the items being laid out in front of Taiki.

　Laughing at a clearly disappointed and depressed Hundart, Taiki pointed to the items lined up at his feet.

'Mr. Hundart. Those clothes must be stunning, but this one isn't to be discarded either, is it?'

　Hundart hurriedly shook his head from side to side as Taiki told him that.

''No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no! You can't be disappointed in me, sir! I would have loved to show you those items!

'I see. Well, let me explain this product as well. It's a condiment called wasabi, which has a strong pungent taste and flavor. We can make a dish using wasabi later on, so please try it.

'Wow, Wasabi I've certainly never seen or heard of it before...'

I also heard that there are no other kinds of herbs. I'm sure there are many different kinds of herbs and herbs in the kingdom of Atul, so they are called incense tea. There are many different kinds here, and I'm sure you can sell them at a high price.

'Perfume tea! It sure is fascinating! It's also said to be an indicator of those who have made a fortune. The rare incense tea leaves will definitely sell well!

　And Hundert, who found himself feeling much more positive, was engrossed in Taiki's explanation as he leaned forward.





[Atul King's Royal Capital]

Oh, um...

　When Hundart called out to the guards guarding the castle gates, the guards looked at him as if he were looking at a stinker.

'What?'

　Hundert opens his mouth to give the guards a short answer, holding out the letter that Taiki gave him.

I have received a letter from the King of the Sky to General Dukel. I beg you to accept it.

　When Hundart announced that while sloshing around in a cold sweat, the guards received the letter with a change in expression.

''........Why are you doing this?''



　When Hundart was about to leave after saying that, the guard changed his hue of blood and opened his mouth.

''Wait a minute! That's what I got from the land of the sky! I will deliver the letter to General Dukel immediately, so wait there for a while!

"Huh?

　The guards ran off in a flash, leaving Hundert with a question mark on his face.

　About an hour later, Hundert was called into the castle, and in front of him stood a mature man in luxurious armor. Behind him was a line of people dressed in high status clothing.

　Hundert explained the items laid out on a large wooden table, terrified that he might be sentenced to extreme punishment if he was rude.

　A red-haired man in a lavish costume asked Hundart a question as he read a piece of paper on which he had written down Tiki's description of the items.

'How much do you intend to sell those items for?

Oh, no, we haven't decided on a price yet. However, since they are rare items in the world, I would sell them all together for about this much if I could...

　The price he offered in a frightened manner was enough to buy a reasonable house in the royal capital.

　As is his usual habit as a businessman, Hundart intended to offer a high price first and then gradually lower the price, but the words of the red-haired man without even changing his expression caused him to look away.

'Oh, it's cheap. Then I'll buy it myself. If there's another one, bring it back to the King's Castle.''

"...Heh? So, you bought everything...?

　Without looking at Hundart, who rolls his eyes, the man calls out to the soldiers at his side.

'Prepare the money.'

Ha!

　Seeing the soldier's back as he ran off at the man's command, Hundart turned to the man with a huff.

''........This, Your Majesty the King.......?''

　Hundart muttered this in a fading voice, and his face changed color.

'If you ever find out the time and date of your visit to the Celestial Land, be sure to tell me. You can expect a reward.

Ha, ha!

　The king left without another word as Hundert fell to his knees on the spot and responded, and the king said nothing more.

　Looking down at Hundert, who was still kneeling and frozen, Dukel called out to him.

'How was the King in the Sky?'

　At those simple words, Hundart turns an ambiguous face.

The first thing that comes to mind is the fact that it's not a good idea to have an all in one's mind. .....

''I see. After all, the King of the Sky must be a great magician who has lived for a long time. When the next time we meet, I should just talk to him about mythology...

　Dukel walked in the direction of the king's departure, muttering such things to himself.



　The remaining Hundart muttered softly as he knelt on the floor.

　Thus, Taiki's title was becoming even more luxurious. Incidentally, Hundert, who had turned around a great deal from the verge of bankruptcy, became famous for being the luckiest man in the kingdom of Atul, and he would later set up the Hundert Trading Company.