Never touch Eldmia Egga - Episode 152
While sharing the joy of giving Big Taffy to Raviel's guild leader, the food served was simple..
Unlike Asilier and I, who flew in early in the morning, the four of us stayed up all night and overexerted ourselves, so we didn't have that much appetite. Even though the meal continued with an attitude close to the spirit of work, of having to force fuel into one's body just for physical strength, they were able to laugh thanks to the series of events that had occurred earlier..
"I may not be able to imitate it, but it was a great experience. As Mr. Asilier said, he had the attitude of a gangster picking a fight with a merchant, but the logic was correct. There are bound to be people who only listen to words in that form.."
"The best thing is not to bump into someone like that.."
Lelye and Catherine nodded, fully understanding why I had taken such action in the situation just now. Seeing these positive reactions, the still shy Asilier sipped her soup to soothe her empty stomach while poking her side..
"Anyway, what does the guild leader think? Do you think he had something to do with why you attacked the mercenary group??"
Should I say that he is quick-witted, as expected from a skilled adventurer? He was clearly aware that the reason I confidently talked about treason earlier was purely due to the situation, so he tried to be careful in his choice of words..
I had already thought about this part before, so I was able to answer right away by shaking my head..
"I think you are skeptical. Rather, I think that someone among Raviel's officials may have wanted to enjoy the benefits without obligation.."
It is one thing to find an unauthorized slash-and-burn village and impose taxes on it, but from the city's perspective, it is also one thing for a village to voluntarily be recognized as a village and pay taxes..
After all, this is near the capital, and most taxes belong to the royal family. No matter how hard the city provides support to the village, helps with construction, and supports settlement, in reality it can barely recover the original amount. Even if it is in the form of exhibition support, there is a possibility that the principal may not even be recovered..
It's not that soybeans won't fall into the city, but my opinion was that it would be nothing more than a high-risk, low-return chore..
"Perhaps he received a bribe in advance in exchange for speeding up the work. If left alone, it could become evidence of corruption, so it seems more likely that they came up with the idea of erasing everything by selling specific locations and information to people with ties to slave traders. Of course, I don't know what the truth is.."
"But it wouldn't have been easy to find them...."
"I can only explain that there was a connection between the capital nobility. It wouldn't be that hard if you put your mind to it.."
From the beginning, there would have been no harm at all if Count Bosha had taken over the cities around the capital, so he would have definitely stabbed him a few times. Even if they weren't the lords of the city, one or two high-ranking people might have had their ears fluttering at the count's suggestion..
When I said that, Catherine asked in surprise..
"I thought he didn't show up in the guild for about a week, but it looks like he was involved in something pretty big.?"
"Uh... well, you could say that too. Rather, did something else happen? You sound like you were looking for me.?"
I felt like it was too early to talk about Eldmia's grinning and bewildered adventures in the empire in a normal way, so I tried to diversify the conversation and Lellie answered, easily changing the topic..
"We got along pretty well during the last abandoned dungeon incident, right? We got along so well, but it was a shame to break up after working so quickly, so we talked about how we could all get together and form a party.."
"oh..."
"We had no idea where Mr. Ega was staying, so we couldn't find him, so we ended up making the first move by ourselves. Originally, we were going to suggest that we take on this request together.."
That story was going on while I was in the empire. The hands and feet worked together so well that it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that this is a party with hope..
Asilier, who had no idea about such a series of stories, tilted her head and asked..
"Abandoned Dungeon?"
"Uh... there was one request I handled before I helped Levy with his work. I had a party with these guys back then and it ended really easily.."
"aha."
Asilier, who sensed what I was saying and not saying just by calling Ragnis Levy, did not ask any more questions after a short exclamation. Her age is evident in the fact that she naturally keeps her mouth shut for fear of making a mistake..
But the peace that seemed like it would last was shattered by unexpected consideration..
"By the way, are you feeling okay? Things like concussions can be a problem later on. We got caught in a pretty big explosion, so we have to be careful.."
I began to break into a cold sweat at Gin's simple remark made with the intention of expressing concern for my safety..
"......explosion?"
"Ah, I guess Mr. Asilier hasn't heard the story yet. This guy did something really heroic back then.."
"Ha ha ha ha ha. Mr. Gin too. what did i do..."
I tried to stop the conversation by somehow getting noticed, but only the others who were not saying anything noticed my reaction, and only the most important person, Mr. Gin, did not notice..
"Wouldn't it be like going through the gate opened by a wizard without any hesitation and then suddenly being thrown out with a huge explosion? The explosion was so big that the big guy bounced on the floor about three times before stopping.."
"haha! Oh, Mr. Gin too! I heard you're exaggerating too much.!"
"...Hehehe. LD too. Is it possible for dwarves to exaggerate? Because of the circumstances, this is the first time I have heard of that part. So, what happened??"
Oh, no. Asilier collapses again...!
"then! It's an exaggeration and it's ridiculous. When I heard the story later, I found out that something like a magic bomb was being made beyond the gate and detonated it on the spot, which caused the aftermath. The surroundings almost became dangerous in many ways, but you really did something great.!"
Gin chuckles and winks at me confidently... 'I have a sense of humor too. This was a confidential request, so it would be okay to just gloss over the details!'.
I really want to cry.
"That, sister? He clearly said he had decided to respect my opinion...."
Asilier responded by hitting me on the back as hard as she could..
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In the end, the unfortunate incident of being repeatedly smashed on the back by Asilier until the end of the simple meal did not occur, but you could tell just by looking at her eyes that it was purely because she was conscious of others. In his mind, he probably beat me until my back was bruised.?
And since I also have eyes to see, I couldn't explain the magical power I gained at that time and had to wait for later. I should have told you in detail a long time ago, but I've been so busy lately that I've been putting it off and ended up experiencing this unfortunate situation..
Tsk tsk, I can't say I can see the line, it really is. I'll have to tell Asilier clearly later..
In the end, it was only after receiving a puzzled look from Gin, who belatedly understood the situation, and promising to explain properly later, that he was able to calm Asilier down..
"Hmm, hmm. I'm sorry about this. I guess I was thinking too dwarven.."
Of course, dwarves would have opened the festival with a standing ovation, rather than smashing it for reckless actions, even if a family member they shared blood with had risked their lives to accomplish the feat. It was a completely understandable difference of opinion, so I answered with a smile..
"no. This is my fault for not telling you in advance that I was busy recently.."
"Well, by the way! What happened over the past week or so? Looks like you've been pretty busy?"
It was good to bring up the topic to lighten the awkward atmosphere, but since it's a topic I try to avoid, I really don't know what to do. If I get in trouble every time people who care about me start talking, maybe there's a big problem with my behavior....?
"I was helping an acquaintance with some work, and I had to ride to the gate and go far away. Rather than being busy, I was just away from the capital for a while.."
For the first time in a while, I finished answering, taking care not to tangle my tongue with my head spinning for an excuse. This time, Catherine actively participated in the conversation..
"I guess it doesn't matter because I ended up seeing it again like this. Anyway, the story Lellie told me earlier is still ongoing, right? What do you think, Eldmia??"
"You mean forming a party? Unfortunately, it will be difficult as I will be leaving the capital soon.."
"I'm leaving?"
"yes. I think we'll have what we need soon. I'm going to the battlefield."
No one asked which battlefield it was. Everyone just looked surprised and slowly turned their gaze to Asilier..
It's an understandable response. I'm asking if it's okay to say that I will participate in the war against demons in front of the person who hit me on the back for doing something dangerous. And of course, because Asilier did not react in any way, her companions began to share expressions of great confusion..
"I have some personal things to sort out.."
"...The revenge I spoke to the refugees on the way?"
"yes."
I answered with a grin, but the expressions on the faces of those who met me were never good..
Well, if anyone sees this, they'll think I'm going to die..
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