A Mid-level (Middle-aged) Office Worker’s Laid-Back Industrial Revolution in Another World
Episode 398: Think about slavery.
"Well, let's leave the authenticity behind economic cooperation to the King's Capital.
"Yes."
Everyone snorts.
"The next conversation Mia and Tama have heard is with a slave.
How do I interpret this?
Takeo bothers with his arms together.
"Lord Kitamizato, I think two slaves are false.
There is no way the Count is enslaved.
So you shouldn't be making purchases.
Follett gives his opinion.
"I don't think it's an external impression that there are slaves near those who will be nobles.
I don't think I should be made a purchase either.
Bart gives his opinion.
"Do you two deny that I will buy it?
What about Mr. Arkin and Mr. Brooke?
"Isn't it militarily good to have a high-ranking demon in your men?
But I don't think it seems good within the King's City to see the shadow of slavery near those who can be aristocrats, as Bert's opinion suggests.
So I don't think it would be a problem if we were to de-slave as soon as we return to the kingdom of Azpur.
Arkin gives his opinion.
"I don't think it's a big deal if the Count is true or false that the slaves are saying.
What about the Earl's title at a time when he is in slavery in the first place?
The Count of Slavery?... I can't figure out what they think of it externally.
So they supposedly say there is no such person after contacting the demon kingdom.
I also think it would be fine to buy it and cancel the contract after returning home, given that if you are hired as a soldier in the Katlanda Empire, you will also improve your enemy's combat power as the Kingdom of Azpur.
Brooke says.
"The two agree conditionally.
What about Mr. Meyer?
"Um... Lord Kitamizato, you're going to buy it, aren't you?
Meyer says as she arms up.
"Well... for now, I just wanted to hear your opinion.
"I suggest you buy it.
I don't think we need to do an immediate release on our return to the Kingdom of Azpur.
You can either report it to Your Majesty or the Civilians before you think about it.
"You think so, don't you, Mr. Meyer?
"Yes."
"What do you think of Mia?
"As I said earlier, those two people have heard that if you repay the Lord's purchase amount, you will be free.
Still, he says he wants to come to the Lord.
I can't confirm if it's the Count... but at least they were strong enough.
I think I should buy it.
"Really..."
Takeo worries a little with his arms together.
"Bye.
Shall I buy it?
"" Are you sure?
Bart and Follett ask.
"Yes, I have Mia's recommendation.
I do not intend to treat my subordinates' opinions underneath.
And you said to Mia, "Can you fight? You can fight, but you can't kill the people."
Those words alone are worth buying these two.
"Really?
Brooke asks.
"I think I would say 'I can definitely kill' in this situation for my own protection.
You don't know what kind of terrible husband you're gonna be chosen for, do you?
Good treatment. I'm right in front of you. I think you show temper to sell yourself in.
But the man said, 'I obey orders, but I can't kill my own people'.
He must have been a kind fellow-minded person.
I can say where it took me to move forward and back. It's a big one.
"Huh."
Bart returns the raw reply.
"And that's right.
You can let them work as a proximity to me and aim to improve their combat power, though.
The Count... as Mr. Meyer put it, shall I ask His Majesty in the King's Capital?
'Can I hire you like this?'.
"What do you mean?
Arkin asks.
"I mean, yeah.
If you were truly aristocratic, you could be a bargaining material between states.
Nobility is abruptly enslaved.
In the demonic kingdom, you will treat them as missing. That's what helped.
"We have successfully helped your nobility in a country where our subordination is far from the demonic kingdom.
You can return it, right?
If you come and say that, you think the Kingdom of Azpar will prevail in negotiations between states.
"Will Lord Kitamizato give it to His Majesty if he says no slaves?
Follett asks.
"... if you're not inhumane enough to kill with a show... well, Your Majesty wouldn't say that.
Do you want to sell it for a high price?
"How much is it, by the way?
Brooke asks.
"It's 250 gold coins.
Takeo said it all the time.
"" "" Huh!?
All the young people are amazingly hardened.
"Mr. Meyer, you're all surprised, aren't you?
Is it still expensive?
"You don't know.
I thought 250 gold coins for the former Count and the female Beastman... as reasonable or low as... "
"I also thought it would be appropriate... and the price has been greatly reduced from 300 to 250 gold coins..."
Takeo and Meyer tilt their necks.
"Ah... that Lord Kitamizato... do you have so many gold coins?
Brooke asks.
"I just checked when I did the shipping process at the counter.
An example talk money from Wang Du was deposited.
My balance was... over 400 sheets, so it won't be a problem.
So buy it instantly with gold.
"Huh..."
Brooke can only respond raw.
"Well, put the money down... it's almost three hours since you promised.
Do you want to go see that parent and child?
Takeo looked at his pocket watch and grumbled.
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Takeo is voiced by a beautiful (also chested) woman on her way to the front door to lower the gold coin at the counter and then exit the Adventurers Union office.
"Um... if.
Erica calls out.
"Yes, what is it?
"Um... I know it's a lame favor, but could you please moff your cat?
"Hmm?... are you nuts?
"Yes!"
Erica says, sparkling her eyes.
"Um... I'm sorry, but we're going to have to do business a little bit.
I'll be back afterwards. Can you wait till then?
Right... I think you'll be back after one bell.
Takeo smiles and shows.
"Ugh... okay.
Okay, I'll be waiting for you here.
Erica is as dismayed as she obviously is.
"... I'll finish the errand as soon as I can..."
Takeo also feels like he is doing something bad when he is somewhat so discouraged.
"... yes.
To make sure Erica nodded, Takeo and the others followed the office of the Adventurers Union.
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"Lord Kitamizato, were you sure? Make that promise.
Brooke asks on the road to Alejo parents and children.
"... I couldn't say no.
Either way, once I buy a slave, I plan to come back to the Adventurers Union office.
I checked with the receptionist, but they say there's a large water mill, so I'd like to borrow it.
"... you were a beautiful woman. My chest was big, too.
says Bart. Follett sees Bart with his jit eyes, but Bart doesn't notice.
"... Alice, please don't tell the lady.
Serious favor.
Takeo says with a bitter smile.
"Well... I won't report it to this extent.
Follett shrugged.