A Mid-level (Middle-aged) Office Worker’s Laid-Back Industrial Revolution in Another World

Takeo brings Erica and Cassandra into the room.

Just like the Victors, Erica and Cassandra sit in the opposite seat of King Azpur, with the Third Prince family sitting on the wall and Takeo and Alice and Orcott and Clark on the door side.

"Well, you're here.

Takeo, let's get started.

"Yes.

Erica, Cassandra, this is my investor, Alan.

And over there are my son, Mr. William, and his regular room, Mr. Alma, and Mr. Leila in the side room.

"It's a pleasure to meet you, Lord Kitamizato.

My name is Erica Kiros.

"I say Cassandra Labal.

"Uhm.

He said he had emigrated on purpose from the Katlanda Empire, but... can you tell me what happened?

"Um... I'm sorry, but... it's kind of a translation..."

"Hmm, can't you tell me yet..."

"Yes, I'm sorry.

"No, I don't mind. It won't be impossible to ask.

So let's change the question a little... Takeo told me your lord is noble, is that true?

"Huh?... Yes, I did tell you about my former nobility.

"Well... by the way, was that working for a king's capital like ours?

Or were you doing some sort of local policy?

"Er... what does that mean?

Erica has trouble responding because King Azpar doesn't know what he wants to hear.

"Um, actually.

"Father-in-law, I will continue with that.

Layla gets up.

"Erica.

As a matter of fact, William decided to take over the territory this time.

So, since we have only worked in Wang Du, we have no experience in territorial management.

I will also take a civilian, but as a governor I am looking for someone who can make directions and make decisions about situations.

"With that to me?

Are you willing to let the importance of territorial management be someone new to the Katlanda Empire?

I'll migrate to that... but I'm resistant to dealing with my country of origin.

"First of all, we're not moving anywhere near the Katlanda Empire or the Wilip United States.

The land on the King's Capital side of the Earl Territory facing the demonic kingdom... which means it will be a place not facing another country.

Plus, I have a duty to join the war, but I'm only assuming that I will join the demon kingdom opponent.

"Really?

Sure, then... if it's not against your country of origin, there's no resistance, but...

But will you put someone from another country on top and ask the civilian and martial officers of this country?

"I'm not willing to let Mr. Erica direct me or make a decision.

That responsibility is for us to take.

I want Erica and the others to be our couple's counselors.

"Are you a consultant?

But what I have done is to govern the town for a little while.

Sorry, I can't tell if I have the knowledge to use it.

Erica says.

"Really... but I don't think you can just talk to me.

Each time, you can say what you think.

"... I can't promise you I'll only say good things?

"I'm not willing to make that kind of promise, and I'd rather you say something bad.

Civilians and martial officers will move first and foremost to follow the lord's ideas if they really become lords.

But then we risk missing out on some serious mistakes.

So I would like Erica to make sure that our policies are not out of focus or incorrect.

Of course, I'm not promising to pick up all of Erica's opinions.

Let us make an inquisitive decision as to how the territory will develop compared to our policies and how the people will be happy, only as a different view.

So I'm not willing to let Mr. Erica take the blame.

And Takeo told me, Erica, that you're exploring what you want to do by coming to the kingdom of Azpur.

Have you made up your mind?

"Ugh... that's... not yet.

"If so, why don't you come to us and work for now until it's decided?

As for salaries... what do you say we talk about them?

"Sure, it's a favorable treatment... why did you speak up to me?

Even though I am a former nobleman, I am a civilian.

Why is that to a woman who's just come from another country, too?

"That's for several reasons.

Well, even if you don't wear it, it's me, so if I say it clearly, you're Mr. Takeo's presence.

"Huh?"

Erica sees Takeo.

"A situation will arise in the future where two houses, the Earl of Elvis and the Viscount of Kitamizato, will be mixed within one of the two territories facing the Demonic Kingdom.

This is nothing more than the fact that two families can come up with wisdom about policies within a single realm.

Mr. Takeo has a bizarre idea that is not in our common sense. And the Count Elvis family has just the depth of nostalgia to implement it.

Behind that, we take over the territory and build the city... but I don't think we can keep up with the policy speed of the Elvis family to the extent of the nobility and civilian from the King's Capital of the Kingdom of Azpur.

We believe this is fatal for those of us who are going to start building cities.

So, what other way to respond than to increase speed... is that we can accommodate the Elvis family by absorbing opinions that are not trapped by the common sense of the existing Azpur kingdom and scrutinizing them quickly.

Alma explains after Leila.

"You think that's me?

"Yes, that's what we thought.

In fact, I don't know how far I can handle it.

But I do believe that we will at least have more opportunities to touch on different ideas than we currently have.

What do you say, Mr. Erica?

It doesn't matter for a while, can you help us build our city?

Leila looks at Erica with a serious look.

Erica starts the idea in silence.

Takeo sees such an interaction and thinks, "I think it's an overestimation of me..." and Alice convinces Leila and the others to explain, "Well, if Takeo listed what he wants to do... is there a sense of crisis in the surrounding territory?"

"... okay.

I thought it would take quite a few days to find what I wanted to do as it is.

Mr. William, your family's advisor is at your disposal.

But... if we can do what we really want, is it okay if we can help you?

Erica presents the terms.

"... to the extent that it does not violate the laws of the Kingdom of Azpur and to the extent that it does not threaten the standing of our family (...), I think we can drink Miso's terms.

"Yes, I would like to look for things I would like to do to the extent that there is no inconvenience in your three houses (...).

Erica accepts.

"Um, you've made up your mind.

Erica Kiros, I want Williams and the others forever.

"Huh?... Yes, I'm in awe.

Erica is a little uncomfortable with the way King Azpar says it, but responds.

"Uhm.

Then the details will be packed by Williams and the others.

I'm still busy with this. I'm sorry, but this will get me out of here.

Olcott, Clark, come with me.

And Sir Kitamizato (...). Your Lord will send his deacon and each of his men to the inn.

To King Azpar's words Takeo glanced around as William, Orcott and Clark were gazing at Takeo.

And, Takeo stands up and takes the most salute.

Alice also takes the most salute beside Takeo without getting her hair in between.

"Roger that, Your Majesty.

Thank you for your time this time.

It solidifies with a stunned look as Erica and Viktor sit on the words Takeo uttered.

"Hehe, don't worry about it.

This was fun. Tell me if you need anything else.

Thank you, Takeo, Alice.

"" Ha!

"Bye.

King Azpar left with Orcott and Clark.

"Well.

Miss Alice, please stay between Her Highness William and Erica and the others.

I'll send the Victors to the inn and then I'll be back.

"Yes, I understand.

"Victor, Gina, you're going to Mirko to Anita, right?

"" "" Ha... yes!

Victors got up and left with Takeo.