Einhorn undergoes an on-site inspection.

　A group of people who claimed to be the Air Guard of the Alsel Republic came over. Anyway, there were military men coming to the hangar to inspect the ship.

　One pompous-looking soldier wore an ornate military uniform with a few medals hanging around his chest.

　He was stroking his beard with his fingertips in front of an array of items.

''Hmph, that's a fine offering for a kingdom.

　I nodded my head.

"Dedication?

　The Kingdom of Horfath has been trading with the Arzel Republic and has made many other treaties with them.

　But it's not a vassal state.

''It looks like you're not happy. Don't think that a barbaric country where adventurers like you play nobility is equal to our country.

　I looked at the condescending soldier, stunned.

　Are you serious?

You don't know the consequences of a diplomatic row, do you?

　Then the other soldiers laughed too.

'A diplomatic issue?　So, do we go on the offensive then?　Apparently, the kingdom of Horfath is unaware of its past, having twice been soundly defeated by the Arzer Republic in the past.

　When in the world are we talking about?

　That's what I'm talking about, but it's a long time ago.

　All this talk of war on both sides goes back a long way before I was born.

"I'll put your name on the report.

　But the other man didn't seem the least bit flustered.

You can do what you want. You are a pseudo-aristocrat with a reputation for being an adventurer. You don't even try to defend your own honor.

　He was a very pompous man.

　As he pulled his men out of the hangar, one of the soldiers who had been checking the items he had been watching approached him.

''I'm sorry. Captain-dono is from an aristocratic background, and his attitude is inevitably arrogant. The Arzer Republic welcomes you all, so please don't be offended.''

　It's like they're apologizing and saying, "Just be patient.

　These guys were also looking down on us somehow.

　Then, a soldier called Captain-dono--

'What's with all this uninspired armour?'

　--I looked at Aroganz and kicked him in the face.

　I was annoyed, and a soldier with a smile on his face follows me.

'Calm down, please. We'll turn back soon, and when we do, we'll be able to enter the port safely.

　I say as I spit out my abominable feelings.

'I hope so.'

◇

　Einhorn entered the harbor, guided by the Republic airship.

　On deck.

　I talk to him about Luxion and the soldiers of the Republic.

'What was that arrogance?　I'm a person of reasonable standing in a foreign country. That wouldn't be a normal response.

　This response is not possible.

　Thinking that, Luxion considers.

''You had the attitude that if you're going to attack it, go ahead and attack it. Isn't that how confident you are?　'I'm a little concerned about being unbeaten in defense,'

What?

　If you ask Luxion what's on his mind, he'll tell you

"Their airship technology is not much different from that of the kingdoms and former duchies.

From your point of view, right?　There's a big airship flying over.

　In addition to the 200-meter class, there are airships in the harbor that can be as large as three or four hundred warships.

　The movement is not bad. It wasn't a movement that was just barely floating or overpowering.

''I think we have more technology than the Kingdom, don't you?　It's crazy how strong the defensive battle is in this world to begin with. Even though the offense is more advantageous.

　I understand that defensive warfare is difficult, as I did with the old duchy.

　Although there was a lot of dragging and other things, the offense is still more advantageous than the defense.

''There seems to be some kind of secret. To begin with, I'm concerned about the fact that only defensive battles are undefeated. Why doesn't a nation with that strong of a fighting force expand its territory by deploying troops to the surrounding areas?

　Simply because it's too much work?

You've had enough of your own continent.

'That's a lie. There is no end to human greed.

"The Republicans are selfless.

''Then I can't explain the attitude of those soldiers. That attitude is more like asking them to invade. It's the kind of attitude that wants it.'

　I heard that there is some kind of secret, but I'm fine with that as long as it ends peacefully.

It's a country I don't want to be a part of.

　I didn't want to study abroad in the first place.

　I'm a person who is content to stay at home.

　It's hard for me to learn a new language.

　The Republican language is different from the Kingdom language, so I had a hard time learning it. Unlike me and Marie, though, those five guys seemed to speak it to begin with.

　They're all high specs for nothing.

'We've arrived. Please prepare to disembark.

　After arriving at the designated location, Einhorn automatically secured the ship's hull.

　The port workers who were watching the scene were amazed.

'Well, what was the plan for the rest of the day?'

We'll head to the embassy and see what's happening there.

　He was to be briefed on a number of things at the embassy.

　I hold a leather travel bag that is placed nearby.

　Luxion follows me, floating around my right shoulder.

'By the way, Master, you say that the world is in crisis, but wouldn't it be faster to destroy it all?　Doesn't the attitude of those soldiers irritate you?'

'You're so radical. I'm an adult and I don't do that. Besides, I have another purpose for this one. Keep it all to yourself.

　You would be stupid to destroy the country because your attitude is disgusting.

　I can't move poorly when I think about what's waiting for me afterwards.

　All I can do is tell the arrogant military man off.

　Ahhhh, I hope he doesn't get demoted.

◇

　I came to the embassy.

　The embassy of the Kingdom of Horfath is a very royal building.

　The Republic is also a foreign country.

　The buildings are similar, but they are different from each other.

　Therefore, I felt reassured by the presence of a kingdom-style building.

　The official at the embassy was dealing with us nervously.

''This is Your Highness Julius, thank you for coming.

It will be taken care of. By the way, I was told to go to the embassy for a briefing?

''Yes, that's why we have gathered you all here. Unlike the Kingdom of Horfath, the school in the Arzel Republic is a commuter school. We don't have a student dormitory.

　No student housing, he said.

Okay.

'There are many other differences from the academy. In the Arzer Republic, commoners also go to the school as usual. So it's bigger and the classes are very different.

　For as much as the commoners can get through, the Arzel Republic may be more advanced than the Kingdom.

　I've been told all sorts of precautions.

Yes, and... the status of the kingdom is often held in low esteem in the Republic.

　Julius's eyebrows twitched.

'What do you mean?'

　The official will explain the situation in that area.

'Let's call it the myth of the Arzel Republic's undefeatedness, but at any rate, the only thing we can say is that its military power is more than a kingdom. Since I was posted there, there have been many wars since I was assigned there. And in all of them, the Arzer Republic has been victorious.

　Many of the wars seem to have been provoked by the Arzel Republic and all of them have been dismissed by the Arzel Republic.

　Apparently the reparations have enriched the Arzer Republic considerably.

　It's disgusting to incite them to get their hands on it.

　Julius seemed to be convinced.

I'm not sure if it's a treat with military power behind it. I've heard rumors about it, but it's terrible.

"The kingdom's policy is that as long as you keep your hands to yourself, you are a good trading partner, and we don't want to stir things up too much. I hope you can understand that...

　The official is glancing at me with concern from earlier.

　What the hell?

　Brad, who had been listening to the conversation, noticed.

'I see. It's all right. I'm not that stupid, no matter how much Balticite I'm wearing. I wouldn't pick a fight with the Republic.

　Huh?　So it's my fault?

　I mean, are you worried about me?

For all intents and purposes, they're the ones causing the problem.

　I pointed to the group of five and Greg looked at me in dismay.

'What are you talking about, dude?'

　Chris straightened his position as he pushed his glasses up with his fingers.

'The only person who could beat up Julius, who was the crown prince, so mercilessly to a pulp, Baltfart you are the only one. You're the least trustworthy of all of them.

　Am I less trustworthy than these guys?

　I look at the official's face and he averts his gaze.

　He forces me to change the subject.

''Well, then, let me take you all to your residences.

Hey, wait a minute, look at me!

◇

　We were led to a large house.

''This is where all but Count Baldfart lives,''

　Marier's eyes sparkled in front of the magnificent mansion.

'I would have loved to live in such a fine mansion.

　I spoke to the official.

'Hey, what about me?　Why not?　There's at least a room available. It's a huge house, and I like it here too. This is still me, Count.

Mainly, I'm afraid the dukes will suspect me of infidelity.

Okay, I want another!

　I don't want Angier or Livia to suspect me of infidelity.

　Besides, it would be dangerous for my dad and his family, not to mention me, if Angel Dad suspects me of cheating.

　Since I'm engaged to Ange, my family is a duke family faction.

　I can't bother my parents' family with this.

　Kara and Kyle were talking about a lot of things.

''It's a big house. But it might be a bit of fun.

　But Kyle was different.

　He doesn't look happy and his expression turns blue as he looks at his surroundings.

''........Where are the servants who maintain this mansion?''

　The official cleared his throat.

''I used to leave the administration to this country, and I was in a great hurry to get some servants, but I don't have the manpower. At any rate, I've suddenly decided to study abroad.''

　There are two servants in the large house.

　But with Julius around, they can't have a bad servant at their side. They're making preparations in a big hurry, but it looks like they're going to be short-handed for a while.

　Kyle had his head in his hands.

'Who do you think is going to maintain it? It's going to take a lot of work just to clean up this house.

　Then Zilk smiled and said.

That's all right, Kyle. We've gotten a lot better at cleaning, too, thanks to "someone else." I can help you, at least.

　Oh, come on, does that someone mean me?　Nice nerve, greenhorn.

　But Kyle doesn't seem to be laughing.

'Our lives depend on it!　Cleaning isn't the only thing I do, you know!

　Leaving the noisy Marie and the others behind, I went with the officials to the next property.

'I wonder what my residence will be like.

"Count, do you wish to leave your highnesses alone?

'It's okay. I've been told to be a little tougher. A little hard work and you'll see the reality.

　With the officials in tow, I leave the boisterous Marie and the others and head to the next.

◇

　What they've prepared for me is a slightly larger house.

　It's in a residential area with similar buildings.

　There is a tramway running nearby, and the house, which seems to require quite a bit of rent, is three stories high.

　The inside of the house was cleaned, but due to the lack of manpower due to providing servants for Julius and the others, this one only received a housekeeper a few times a week.

　I was told that meals could be eaten out nearby so I wouldn't have any trouble eating out.

　I went into my room on the second floor and opened the window.

'The third floor is mostly a shed.

　Luxion, who seems to have scanned the house, comes up to my side.

'We didn't find anything suspicious.

　I look out the window and hear the sound of a tram running.

'Well, what do we do now?'

'It's before the new school year. Shouldn't you be gathering information first?　We're not even clear on who the main character is, according to the Master and Marie.'

　That's true too.

　I gave Luxion a description of our hero.

''Then go ahead and find him and gather information about his surroundings. His hair is blonde with pink mixed in. Blonde hair with pink at the ends.

"Gradient?　What else?

Twintails.

"...what else?

'Well, a rather savvy girl who likes to move around?　Marie said her body shape is normal, but the main character of a maiden game is usually very cute, so she must have a good style, too.

"It's better than no information, I guess. Would you like me to ask you some information about the boy you want to capture?

'I think Marie said something about that one. I'd heard a passing reference to appearances.

''The sooner we get confirmation from Marie herself, the better. Aren't you unprepared in the first place?''

'I don't blame you for being a study abroad student all of a sudden.

　Einhorn has speed too, and the boat trip was shorter than normal.

　There's no time to talk to Marie slowly on board, and those guys at night... yeah, I don't know anything about it, and I don't interfere.

　That's the most peaceful answer.

'Anyway, look into it once. I'll check with Marie to-morrow.

Yes, sir.

　A reconnaissance drone operated by Luxion came out of my bag and flew out the window.

''Well, let's get in touch with the two of you.

"Please be patient with my email.

'It's great that you can text,'

◇

　The Kingdom of Horfath.

　As Livia was getting ready for the new semester in the student dormitory, it was Angier who hurriedly entered the room underneath her.

''Libya!''

"Yikes!

　As Livia is getting dressed, Livia is surprised and hides herself in her underwear with her shirt, and Angier shows her a piece of paper, saying he's sorry.

　It was an email from Rion, printed by Creare.

'It's a letter from Rion,'

I mean, it's true--oh.

　Livia tries to approach Angier in a panic, but she scrambles over.

　She collapses forward in her underwear, her ass sticking out.

'What are you doing?'

Excuse me.

　Angel hugs her and then they both check the contents of the email.


'Angel, Livia, I'm fine.
The boat ride on Einhorn was comfortable, except for the night.
It's the a**h*les' fault that they made me feel more alone at night.
How are you two doing?
'I'm afraid Claire is causing trouble,'


　After reading that far, Clairé, who was floating by Angier's side, says in an amused voice.

''Oh, you don't have any credibility.''

　Back to the email.


'The bastards don't listen to me and they still don't understand their current situation.
Please tell Lady Milene that they don't feel sorry for themselves.
Then again, the Republic was a terrible place.
I want to go home.
From Leon.


　Livia starts to panic in her underwear.

　She seems to have forgotten how to dress herself.

'Rion-san, you're going to be missed!

　But Claire says.

'It's okay. From what Luxion explained, there's still plenty of time to spare.''

　Angel lets out a sigh.

'I hope so. I hope you're not feeling lonely in a foreign country.'

'It'll be fine. Master's pretty bold.

　Livia reads the contents of Rion's email over and over again.

'I see you've started a new life, Rion. We'll have to work hard too!

Yeah. For that matter, you'd better get dressed quickly. You don't want to catch a cold from the new school year.

　Livia looked at her outfit and hurriedly put her shirt on.

　Angel chuckled.

''It's no different than getting a medal and getting the equivalent of a knighthood.

Wow, do you really think I deserve a medal?

　A small medal was lowered on the chest of his uniform.

　Libby, who was not a knight, was given a position that guaranteed her the equivalent of a knighthood.

'Take what you can get. "Take what you can get. Besides, we're also accepting students from commoners this year.

　Due to the shortage of students in the academy and various other problems, the academy decided to accept merchant families and young people with reasonable academic ability.

　Apart from the noble class, another class will be created.

''Libya is like a representative of those guys. Good luck with that.

　Ange told me, and Livia looked worried.

'I'm not sure I can do it properly as a senior. I'm sure Leon-san can handle it.''

　Laughing, Angel stroked Livia's hair.

'Yes, I suppose so. But if you rely on Rion too much, you'll be too patronizing. You want to be more dependable, don't you?'

　Livia nodded and Angel said, "That's fine," and asked Claire to reply.

'Well, what do you think I should write?'

　Livia is troubled by the annoyed Angier.

'Yes. Shall I give you an update?

It's the only way.

　But Claire's one blue eye was glowing suspiciously.

　In a voice they couldn't hear.

'I'll present the master with a picture of this scene.

　That's what he said.