The next morning, I immediately sat down with Sue to discuss our plans moving forward.
“Hmm, you’re right. The martial arts tournament, which is the main objective in the Northern Margravate, is over now. It might be time to think about when we should head to the Western Margravate.”
Since Sue had started thinking seriously about the future as well, we decided to first ask the Margrave what kind of place the Western territory was.
“The Western Margravate has more beastman than humans, and even the Margrave himself is a beastman. Agriculture and mining are thriving there, and well, many of the people there are hot-blooded. Still, they respect strength when they see it.”
“Then Shiro and the others shouldn’t have any trouble.”
“Shun and Sue should be fine too. There are many blacksmiths there, but I’ve heard that most beastman have relatively low magical power, which makes refining special metals difficult. With your abilities, you’ll likely be in high demand.”
I imagined the Western Margravate must be full of bold, lively people. If they were good-natured, being hot-blooded wouldn’t be a problem at all.
At that moment, the Margrave shared a useful piece of information.
“In the Western Margravate, they hold a large-scale harvest festival in autumn. If you plan to go there, it would be best to align your schedule with the festival.”
“Thank you for the valuable info. In that case, we can stay in the Northern Margravate a little longer.”
“Exactly. Honestly, I’d like you to remain here until the dealings with the dark organization are settled. Since you arrived, Fina has been trying out new things, and it’s had a positive effect.”
And so, it was decided that we would stay in the Northern Margravate until the end of summer.
Before departing for the Western Margravate, we’d need to research the route and prepare accordingly.
With those thoughts in mind, I headed toward Shiro and the others. Today, they are studying together with Fina-san.
“So, the next destination has been decided. But it’s good that we’re not saying goodbye all of a sudden.”
“Fina…”
Fina-san understood that we were heading to the Western Margravate, but she looked a little sad at the thought of parting from Sue, whom she adored. But because she’s a kind girl, she probably couldn’t ask Sue to stay here forever.
At that moment, a helpful solution appeared.
“Sue will return to the Capital in winter, right?”
“Yes. My agreement to train as an adventurer across various regions was only for one year.”
The Madam asked Sue about her plans further ahead. Of course, after visiting the different border territories, she was planning to return to the capital—but was there some reason the Madam was asking?
“Fina, for the New Year’s greeting to His Majesty, it’s you who will go, not me. After all, I just had a grandson, so I need to stay and help with raising the child.”
“Mother, thank you. So, I’ll get to see Sue-oneesama very soon.”
If Fina-san attends the New Year’s greeting to His Majesty alongside the Margrave, all the nobles from across the regions will gather—and that means she’ll be able to see Sue in the Capital again. Fina-san clearly brightened at the thought, and with this arrangement, she’ll get to reunite with Shiro and the others as well.The Madam is truly remarkable—thinking so far ahead and planning for the future.
This is translated by Yume Neiji. Kindly read at yumeineijiworks.wordpress.com.
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