Chapter 50

Chapter 50

TL-Mechatronic

It was about a month later that Lorocomo came,

The Blecca people stood out because of their appearance and were often ostracized, so they had a strong sense of belonging to the tribe. They always wore traditional clothes, but Lorocomo was dressed in proper imperial attire. The brown skin unique to the Blecca people was always the first to be noticed. On top of that, the odd purple and green eyes caught attention, and finally, the light blue hair was also discernible.

“Merchant Lorocomo responding to the Duke’s summon.”

He had a perfect imperial tone and manners. Nina thought he might be more polite than herself.

I might have to learn a little about the etiquette of dealing with Nobility.’

Nina thought and offered a seat to the merchant who bowed down on both knees and said, “You can lift your head.”

Lorocomo, who sat carefully at the end of the seat, taking care not to look straight at her, said.

“I am worried that, as a peddler, I would dare to present a gift to the great noble Duke of Luverne.”

“What I want to receive is not a gift.”

Nina said with a strange expression. He speaks with great courtesy and aristocratic skill, but she couldn’t say that she somehow felt strange.

‘This isn’t going to work.’

“Lorocomo.”

Nina said after shaking his hand and tried to present herself to the person.

“I don’t think you know, but I’m also a commoner, so I’m not used to the aristocratic courtesy. So, if possible, would you look into my eyes and tell me straight?”

At her words, Lorocomo carefully raised his head,

Is it a compliment or a curse if she says that he has a face that seems to be quick to calculate, just like a merchant?

It was a youthful face in the mid-to-late 20s.

“Because I can’t know what’s inside unless I look into your eyes and talk.’

Nina grinned. He smiled along with her.

“His eyes aren’t smiling at all.’

Nina thought it wouldn’t be easy, and looked at him saying.

“I called you here because I want to ask you a favor. As you may have guessed, the Duke of Luverne would like to invest in your trade company.”

“Investment? That’s too much for a peddler like us.”

“I’m trying to entrust you with the sale of exclusive products as investment. Although you are just an owner of a small merchant group, but practically, if you hold the reins in the Duchy, ah , I sound like a corrupt nobleman saying it like this.”

After laughing and pondering, she said.

“I have big expectations for your abilities. That’s why I’m not just suggesting that you hold hands with us, but recommending it. The Luverne Duchy has astounding products to offer, and I assure you that if you hold hands with the Duke, our commodities will never disappoint you.”

“If you’re saying that it’s a good product…..”

Hair loss medicine was still a premature product that was under development, so she first showed the crystal seed.

He was indecisive whether to accept our offer or not, and he can’t just extend his hand to us without thinking hard of the matter. He said, “Excuse me.” and held the seed pulling the loupe to see it.

“What is this gem?”

“The crystal seed comes from the Violet Forest. As you can see with the loupe, they glow in the dark. The Grand Sage of the Blue Stone Island guaranteed that the seeds could shine for three months.”

At that, he wrapped the seed with his hand and looked inside.

Anyone could see the bright, vivid, and beautiful glow of the seed with the naked eye.

“A Grand Sage testament.”

“Yes, Grand Sage Randell is currently working with us to study the Violet Forest. I’ll say that this seed crystal is only a fraction of it.”

Lorocomo stared at the seed, then turned it back on the table and bowed.

“I deeply apologize. I, and even my superiors, are too small to handle this great mission.”

Nina stared at him in embarrassment, and then looked away.

“Is that so?”

What else can I talk you into?

“I don’t intend to oppress you or take advantage of you. I just need someone to trust and entrust.”

“I am sorry for the discomfort. Even if I’m to take a punishment, I will receive it willingly. But I still dare not take this job.”

The tone was tough, Nina lost strength in her shoulders.

What do I say when you keep saying no?

“Come and see me whenever you change your mind. I seem to have taken your time. I’m sorry.”

After Nina’s honest apology, Lorocomo looked up and glanced at Nina.

“……It’s nothing.”

He spoke quietly and bowed his head. Nina said, “You can take your leave,” and he backed away.

When Lorocomo came out of the castle, a woman who was waiting nervously approached him.

Her wavy yellow-brown hair was long, and was more noticeable because she was dressed in Blecca Tribe’s traditional clothes.

“How did it go? What did you say?”

“Mimina, let’s talk once we reach afar.”

Mimina nodded. She pulled the cart, crossed the drawbridge, and exited the castle, it was only then that Lorocomo started talking.

“It was a tremendous opportunity.”

Mimina said with her eyes wide open.

“What are you talking about? So?” “I don’t think I should tell you. I think I should just be quiet about this, but…….” “Then are you going to take the job?”

“No, I refused.”

Mimina had a curious expression when she asked. “Why?”

“Because it’s way too big of a deal. We just have to take the steps steadily as we are doing. It’s better not to get involved in the matters of the nobles.”

Mimina frowned in dissatisfaction and sighed.

“If you say it that way, then there’s no helping it.”

Lorocomo grinned.

“Since herbs and fur are cheap here, let’s buy some and go down to the next estate.”

“Yes.”

Mimina nodded.

“It was a failure…….”

Louis smiled at Nina’s drooping appearance.

“Have you been refused by the merchant?” “Yes, I didn’t think he’d say no. I thought one shot of the seed would make it a done deal.”

“I thought it would be.”

“Why?”

When depressed Nina asked, Louis replied without stopping his pen

“Because it’s too big of a deal. Even if he is an ambitious young man, he would be cautious. Besides, they’re the Bleccas. They must always be careful.”

“Ah.”

Nina sighed.

“I didn’t think of that.”

“There are many other candidates, so don’t worry too much.”

“Yes, but I like that caution of his.”

“You seem to have really taken a liking to him even though he’s from Blecca.” “I don’t care no matter what his appearance is. As long as he’s not from the cult, then there’s no problem.”

Louis just smiled at her cool answer.

“By the way, I think I need to learn aristocratic etiquette. I am a viscountess after all.”

Though it’s only just a piece of land, and there’s no yield or residents in her fief.

But today’s experience required good manners,

Louis nodded.

“Okay, I’ll look for an instructor. While you’re at it, hope you can teach Jean too.”

Louis took out a new paper and began to write squarely, He sighed with a disgruntled face.

“What?”

“The pen’s tip is worn out. It’s expensive, but it wears out quickly.”

“Are all the nibs imported?”

“Yes, it comes from the Kingdom of Lency.”

One of the tributes to the Empire from the Kingdom of Lency each year was the nib.

Nina thought, “Hmm.”

“Should we ask Ms.Pocco to make a pen nib with Sage Steel?”

“Then it would be too much of a luxury.”

At Louis’ words, Nina shrugged.

“How is it a luxury? The materials are free and there’s no tariff.”

“I’ll have to think about it.” At Louis’ words, Nina nodded and thought a little blankly.

She’s been thinking about making weapons with Sage Steel, but would it be too much of a luxury to make daily items?

Then Louis said,

“Don’t worry about the merchant too much. I’m sure we’ll find someone else to do it.”

Nina came to her senses and nodded.

“Yes, I will look into it.”

She rose from her seat and left the office.