Volume 3 - CH 12

Volume 3

Chapter 12-The prince's care and starry night sky

(TL:By Rafael)

A corner of the emerging mountain city of "La-Jo" under the direct control of the second prince.

Not far from the residence of Prince Mastoma, the lord of the city.

There, the mansion of "Count Ferdio Labyrinth, Ambassador of Adventure of Wellmeria" is built.

It is a large two-story house built of the same white bricks as the town's buildings, but unlike the houses we saw along the way, it has a somewhat Welmerian design, with vivid carvings on the walls and pillars.

"It's a big house, isn't it?"(Silk)

Look.

Even the calm Silk was stunned.

"It is? But I'm proud to say it's good enough to host distinguished guests."(Mastoma)

"Mastoma. It's too big for us."(Yuki)

"Is it? No, I thought it would be too compact."(Mastoma)

Is Salmutaria's sensibility off?

Or is it the sense of royalty?

No, maybe Prince Mastoma is crazy.

Because this mansion is too big.

It's more than three times the size of the base where we "Clover" live.

"There are some political decisions to be made. We need to bluff to some extent to ensure your safety."(Mastoma)

"Bluff?"(Yuki)

"The Labyrinth Count of Wellmeria, who has five wives. He is an adventurer, a certified "hero". A friend of  the 'Mastoma who wants the throne.' If you give such a man a cheap place to live, some fools will try to find out problems  in my reception and look down on us."(Mastoma)

I see.

So the people around us are using us as a standard to measure the seriousness of the prince of Mastoma.

Certainly, if we are treated carelessly, this investigation of the Valley of Death may be perceived as just a cheap performance.

Besides, if there is such a big appeal that Prince Mastoma uses us so much, there will be fewer things that will do naughty things.

......But it is still too big.

I feel like I can't afford it.

"We will also have servants. They are all interested in life in Wellmeria."(Mastoma)

"I can't ask you to go that far. ......"(Yuki)

As I was about to bow firmly, Mejaluna-san, standing next to Prince Mastoma, opens her mouth with a wry smile.

"He don't know how to be so picky, sir, He don't have many friends."(Mejaluna)

" ......"(Mastoma)

Prince Mastoma looks at his wife with a grim face.

"Even so, he is the patriarch or heir of a powerful family. He was wondering how to treat you all, so if you would be so kind, please use them."(Mejaluna)

"......Umu."(Mastoma)

Mejaluna-san smiles at me and Prince Mastoma smiles bitterly.

It would be rude to be too adamant in this case.

Besides, it is a life in an unfamiliar place. To be honest, I am grateful to have support in my daily life.

"I'll be very grateful for it."(Yuki)

"I see. Well, let me show you around."(Mastoma)

Prince Mastoma, who had a happy look on his face, urged us to go to "Ferdio's mansion".

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"You're comfortable now, aren't you?"(Yuki)

"Yes."(Silk)

The night had fallen and the stars were twinkling in the sky.

On the balcony on the second floor, I was sitting on a chair that I had sunk into and enjoying a glass of fruit wine.

Next to me was Silk, who had also sunk her body into the chair.

She had changed from her adventuring costume to loungewear, but her skin was a little exposed, making it difficult to look at her.

"I wondered if we would be on standby until the launch of the simplified guild facility was complete. But we can't just sit idly by."(Yuki)

"I guess so. Let's go out to the city tomorrow. I understand there is no adventurer street. ......"(Silk)

"If we prepare an inventory, the prince will order it for us. We should all talk about this as well and identify the items we need."(Yuki)

In addition, we need to understand the surrounding terrain and the demon monsters that inhabit the area.

And also check the route to the "King's Temple," which Prince Mastoma seems to have a good grasp of.

Even though we were waiting, we couldn't just sit back and rest.

"What about Marina and the others?"(Yuki)

"They are already sleeping, perhaps because they are tired."(Silk)

Or perhaps it's the performance of the bed.

That bed is too effective for our tired body.

It's a special combination of a Wellmerian style wooden frame bed, Salmutaria mats and cushions, and a breathable quilted blanket.

It must have been prepared out of concern for us, but it was too much of a shock for those of us who are used to ...... hard beds.

I took a break, and as soon as I sat down, I immediately moved away from the bed.

I think Prince Mastoma can make a good enough mark as a king just by exporting that.

"The sky never changes, does it?"(Silk)

Silk suddenly said, and I looked up at the night sky.

The position of the stars is not so different from that of Wellmeria.

"Is it different on Wirumullen Island?"(Yuki)

"Yes, it is. The stars are a little different. It's been about three years since I left the forest ...... island, but I feel a little nostalgic."(Silk)

"I would like to visit the Amber Forest someday."(Yuki)

Silk looks a little surprised at my spilling the beans.

"Humans aren't very welcome there, you know?"(Silk)

"I see. That's true. ......'(Yuki)

"But you are very welcome, Yuki-san, Atleast I welcome you."(Silk)

Silk smiled at me.

I was relieved to see the natural smile she finally showed.

The "King's Order," an imperial commission less than a year into her adventuring career.

The heavy responsibility as a sub-leader. An unfamiliar foreign country. And the attack.

As a leader and a supporter, I should have helped her more, but I was too lenient on her.

That's why I invited her to this meeting with the pretense of "about the future arrangements."

"But first, we have to accomplish this "King's Order of Imperial Request."(Silk)

"Ah,  But ...... tomorrow will be a rest day."(Yuki)

"Is that so. Is the city good?"(Silk)

"You have to get used to the climate first. Rest is part of the job."(Yuki)

I smiled back at Silk, who nodded in admiration, and took a sip of the fruit wine.

The sweetness of the foreign country, which is not found in Wellmeria, was somewhat pleasant.

TL Note- I was expecting adventure and got myself a vacation....and I would like to thank  Alucard for his support ( He supported Evil Avalon) but he is a cool guy won't mind .