Chapter 119 - Summons (1/2)

Chapter 119: Summons

Translator: “Pink Tea” Editor: ”Ryunakama”

A few days later.

The truth about the incident in the capital was never revealed to the public.

Thus, all kinds of rumors and speculation were going through the capital. The main subjects of those rumors were fleeting knights, the Karluk Kingdom’s King, and golems of Heavenly Country.

That those arrogant knights dared to meddle with the Heavenly Country and were routed.

That Karluk Kingdom is engaged in a secret war with Heavenly Country.

That Heavenly Country is trying to destroy the Karluk Kingdom.

Numerous such rumors existed and probably due to their loudness, no one talked about Grey and his comrades.

「For some reason, the root of most of those rumors are foreign merchants and Reginshion Company.」

As Taiki said that with a laugh, Ayla made an awkward smile.

「It might have been slightly forced. Diego-san and the others were probably too enthusiastic.」

Having said that she raised her gaze and looked at the scenery displayed on a screen. The screen showed townspeople on the plaza, engaged in lively discussions about the rumors.

「According to the investigation, the marquis won’t be able to avoid loss of his standing due to this incident. However, at the same time, a letter announcing a conference came from the Karluk King.」

When Ayla said that, Mea tilted her head, seemingly puzzled.

「A conference? With Taiki-sama?」

Smiling at Mea, who was unable to follow the flow of the conversation, Yuri spoke up.

「They surely know that Heavenly Country was involved in this incident, and most likely conjectured that Grey-sama and his comrades were given shelter by it. Therefore, they most likely want to negotiate from the point that they punished the marquis, so Heavenly Country should make some amendments as well…… I presume. Nonetheless, they have no physical evidence, so if we make sure to properly hide Grey-sama and his comrades we should be able to feign ignorance. 」

And after Yuri, who by now completely stopped acting like an airhead, explained so, Taiki let out a dry laugh.

「Well, for now, since we were called, let’s make an appearance. After all, I was allowed to put a store right next to the capital. We have to repay them for their courtesy.」

Having said that, Taiki stretched, and standing up from the chair, looked around.

「Aifa-san. Shall we go?」

「Yes. I shall accompany you.」

Aifa agreed with an immediate reply.

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Massive carpet, beautiful stained glass, and an extravagant chandelier. High ceiling, guards lined up on the sides, Karluk King and the Prime Minister sitting on the platform at the end of the room.

Though he already visited that hall once, Taiki was walking, curiously looking around, as if he came for sightseeing.

Depending on the outlook, that might seem like a lack of manners to some, but if it’s a King of a powerful country doing this, no one would suggest that.

That looked like a composure to walk as if during a stroll, despite being in the middle of an enemy country, while the curiosity with which he surveyed surroundings appeared like ridicule of a weaker country’s vain attempts to flaunt its non-existent power.

Thus, the guards that stood on the sides actually felt strong awe, while terror was gradually encroaching on the duo waiting at the end of the hall.

Taiki walked without noticing any of that, but Aifa followed after him somewhat triumphantly puffing his chest. The last one was A1.

Taiki made a greeting upon reaching the platform, to which Inishida, the King of Karluk, frowned and spoke.