The city situation of Yuritania, the capital of the Yuri Empire, is constantly monitored by maintaining [Spatial Grasp].
So when a passenger from a foreign country enters the city, Yuri is imdiately aware of it. Since the city was in a state of war, Yuri was especially sensitive to passengers coming from the Principality these days.
This is when it happened. On the morning of the 10th day of the month of autumn, Yuri noticed that a slightly unexpected passenger from the Principality had entered the city of Yuritania.
In the past, the ssenger from the duchy was a pair of knights who ca riding in with a letter. According to the information from [Spatial Grasp], this ti it was a visit in a carriage, and visitors were entitled Duchess.
(I wonder if they know that I like the sa sex)
That was the first thing that Yuri thought about the duchy that had appointed a woman as its emissary.
Yuri does not hide her sexuality, and her love for the sa sex is rather well known to the citizens of Yuritania and Farrata who watch the broadcast.
Its also possible that so of the passengers who ca from other cities to Yuritania were able to watch the broadcast during their stay, so its possible that the story leaked to the principality.
Imnus. I think a ssenger from the duchy is coming, so please be prepared.
However, Yuri would be more than happy to talk to a woman face to face.
While wondering if shes falling for her opponents sches, Yuri instructs Imnus, the , who is today love duty, to get ready.
If its the usual ssenger, Ill take the letter myself.
It seems that this ti they have sent a proper ssenger. It seems to be the duchess.
Oh? Is masters taste known?
To be honest, Im not so sure
Yuri laughs bitterly when Imnus says so.
I sotis think that if the Duchy wanted to win Yuris favor and sent a female ssenger, the plan might succeed.
Since they are the head of the country, please take a firm stand against the envoys of the enemy, okay?
Ill deal with it positively.
Isnt that a line from a bad person?
Imnus also chuckled at Yuris words.
A ssenger from the duchy visited the lords mansion in the early afternoon and requested to see the lord, which she did imdiately.
I heard that the ssenger was quite surprised at my imdiate response to her request for a eting.
According to what I had heard from Ados before, it often takes a few days to get a eting with a nobleman, let alone the head of state. It must have been completely unexpected from the other side to be able to et on the sa day.
We moved to the audience hall and Yuri sat down on the throne.
On either side of her, the twelve captains of the various units of the Yuri Empire lined up.
A few monts later, the emissaries of the duchy appeared, accompanied by Imnus.
According to the information I can see from [Appraisal], the one leading the way is a duchess nad Sofia Theodore. She is said to be 26 years old, but from Yuris point of view, she looks like an 11-12-year-old girl who is still innocent.
And it seems that six knights are accompanying the escort. Im not kidding when I say that Yuris taste in wons knights seems to be obvious.
I wonder if its Duke Theodores daughter.
Judging from the na, it seems highly likely that the young lady is the daughter of Cadine Theodore, who had a brief conversation with Yuri at the nights party.
At the evening party, Duke Theodore seed to be the most intelligent of the three Dukes of Selsia, but what about Sofia?
I am Sofia, daughter of Cadain Theodore, Duke of Selsia. Your Majesty, I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart for agreeing to et with today.
Its a lot of trouble for you to co all the way from the principality. I wonderwhat is the value of eting with this stupid barbarian woman?
Well, thats
Sofia, the duchys emissary, was rendered speechless by Yuris words.
I havent forgotten that you once insulted as a stupid barbarian woman in a letter of intent.
The ssenger fell silent as if Yuris words had unexpectedly affected her. Im sure youll be able to make so excuses, Yuri said, urging her on.
If theres nothing else, Id like to go back to my office. I didnt think you co to see for any reason.
Ah. I am truly sorry that we have declared war on your country at the sole discretion of Duke Drapon.
Hmm, lets accept his apology. And?
An unnecessary continuation of war makes the people of both countries uneasy. I am convinced that restoring peace as soon as possible will lead to greater prosperity for both countries, as it may also affect trade between rchants.
As for the war, it was originally started by a mistake. I hope that you will pretend that all of this never happened and that we can put our mutual resentnt behind us.
So youre saying that the Duchy of Selsia wants to make peace with the Yuri Empire on a pain-sharing basis?
Yes!
In response to Yuris words, Sofia happily affird.
Hearing Sofias cheerful voice, Hera, the captain of the , who was standing right next to Yuri, bit her teeth hard.
(I thought you were going to negotiate, but)
What Sofia proposed was not a negotiation by any ans.
Its just a matter of saying what the principality hopes to Yuri.
Im not sure if they think were going to agree to their foolish proposal.
(Ive been underestimated.)
The truth is that we have no choice but to judge it that way.
The reason why they sent an insulting letter of intent, clearly expressed their hostility and harm towards the Yuri Empire, and plunged into a state of war were all the result of the initiative taken by the Principality.
If you think you can put that behind you with a single apology, Im sorry that Duke Drapon declared war on his own accord, youre being arrogant.
In the first place, it would have been fine for us to continue the [Heavy Snow] until it dried up.
We could have just watched as the crops were wiped out by the cold, food was hard to procure, diplomatic relations with other countries were all cut off due to the heavy snowfall, and the principality was slowly dying.
The only reason why I stopped it was because Lydina requested to do so.
And yet, it is foolish to think that you can make a peace with the Yuri Empire on a pain-sharing basis, that is to say, peace of mutual consent.
It seems that my eting with you was a waste of ti.
What?
Who would be the captain of the knights in the guard?
In response to Yuris words, there was a small murmur among the escort knights.
The female knight who had been waiting for a little behind Sophia answered Yuris question with a bowed head.
I am the captain of the guard.
Then tell Duke Cadain Theodore that I have a ssage for him.
I had hoped that Duke Theodore was a bit more intelligent than that, but it was a vain hope when he sent a foolish ssenger to our country.
Yes, I understand. I will certainly inform him.
No, thank you. Our guest is done here. Imnus, take her ho.
Yes, master.
With two claps of her hands, Yuri asked the ssengers to leave the room.
Only Sophia, who was in a state of shock, seed to be left behind. The female knight guarding her took her by the hand and she soon left the room.
Hera. If you have sothing to say, say it.
Our country has been made a fool of by the Principality. Wouldnt it be nice to show so dignity?.
In the audience room, where there were no more guests, Hera said with a look of blatant discontent on her face.
In this case, showing dignity ans that we should invade the duchy. Im sure you can understand why she would want to suggest that.
If the other side invaded, of course, we would respond, but. I dont want to add too much trouble, because I have other priorities than war right now.
I dont think its impossible to win against a principality.
Just because it seems like a relatively easy winThe hassle that cos with having more territory seems not worth it.
Yuris honest intention was to focus on building resort cities and [Labyrinth Dungeon] for the ti being.
There are reports that the kingdom has collapsed, and I dont want to cause more trouble than I already have.
Hotaru, since there is a possibility that the duchy will invade, could you please split up the children of and set up a barrier around the villages that dont have one yet?
I understand. Do you want to put up [Temperature Control Ward] as well?
Yes, please. Especially since Colt is close to the duchy, please put up stronger [Barrier Ward].
Colt is a new village that was recently built by 20 km south of Yuritania.
It is a village where 1,000 n and won from the Transportation Corps, captured in the war with the previous kingdom, are living, and it has already beco a village that is a little too large to be called a village.
Colt is close to the border with the Principality and is responsible for the breeding and rearing of 5,000 horses, so if it were to be attacked, it could cause trendous damage. We need to make sure that we are well protected.
Master. If its all right, I can infiltrate the principality and provide intelligence.
Imnus, who was supposed to be sending off a guest, had returned to the audience room.
Hmm, thats not a bad idea
Yuri pondered a bit about Imnus proposal.
The is a professional in espionage, so we send Imnus, she will be able to extract a great deal of information about the Principality.
Yes, I think Ill ask you. However, you should not leave until tomorrow.
Of course, I dont want to miss this opportunity to win your favor.
Imnus responded to Yuris words with a cheerful smile.
Yuri thinks in her heart that she should give a lot of service to Imnus, who is todays love duty. The thought of not seeing her for a while made her feel like it was going to be an even hotter night.
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