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

Takeo and the others left the eighth barracks and came to the city.

Then you enter a lumber shop.

"Father, it's been a long time.

"Hmm? Ah! Lord Kitamizato, you're here.

Askam, a lumberjack and importer, notices Takeo coming in.

"You don't seem to be busy today.

"The transfer of lumber for the renovation of the new aristocracy and the construction of the Magicians' College has been completed a long time ago, and there is a little case of rebuilding, but it is still ahead, so... I am idle now, but I am going to the supplier to confirm the order for the future.

Besides, we don't talk about large-scale renovations or alterations.

I'm sure we'll hear from you... but do you have any information from Lord Kitamizato?

"You don't have to ~."

"Really... please provide such information immediately.

Because I have to move in relation to the purchase.

Yes.

Well then, please go inside the usual.

Takeo and the others were taken to a meeting place in the back.

When Takeo and the others sat down, Askam served tea and sat himself down.

"Lord Kitamizato, the guiding principle of increasing the number of soldiers in the Catalan Empire and the Willip Union has come into play.

"That's what we talked about before.

Takeo leans his neck.

"It's because it's different from last time.

If the same story comes from three directions, it will be definite.

"So? You don't want to ask for the confirmation?

Ha... how long have you been listening?

Takeo prompts the subject early, saying, "It's troublesome to be hungry."

Do you know the outline of how to say that?

"'Overview is'.

There may be a military bureau, a diplomatic bureau, or a treasury bureau, but in general it's on the King's side.

It will be conducted by a nobleman facing another country, assisted by my contemporary research director, Baron Alderson.

Of course, the royal family will join us, but... well, what will happen?

"... Lord Kitamizato, I'd like to ask you a few questions..."

"Merchants, aristocrats, and civilians don't have the credibility to talk like this.

Takeo answers with a bitter smile.

"It's tough.

Let's change the way we talk.

Let me ask you frankly, will our country be invaded?

"On what grounds?

"... some customers... several inquiries from some civilian" about transportation from King's City to some town "are coming to the Inquiry City.

We were chosen as one of them.

And the content is to see if the lumber you want to transport can be arranged, the wagon can be arranged, and the cost.

... it's a lot of timber, but it's from Willip Union customs to the second town.

It seems like there is only one village available.

There is no way to procure such a quantity from outside our territory.

There has never been a major renovation of the town in that area, and I am surprised to find myself here on the King's side.

We'll procure it locally... and when combined with the timber we have... it could even be a few towns.

And information from other sources to increase the number of soldiers.

The second town to increase the number of soldiers is Seki. The first town to invade will be reinforced by Seki, but the second.

I can predict that the King's side will anticipate war... and not lose.

Ascom says with a serious face.

"... as a result, I'm going to win.

Takeo gives up thinking, "Military Bureau officers are failing to pass information."

"The prediction is close.

"Nothing from my mouth.

The outline is just an overview, and I'm assuming how the war will evolve.

I am also the head of the department studying the tactics of the demon kingdom side (other side), so I have come to consult with you, but I can only scrutinize the contents prepared by the King's capital side and confirm whether you are assuming that it is impossible and wasteful.

But... I rated it as not bad.

"Hmm... the result is winning, right?

"I don't want to lose.

"Isn't that what everybody thinks?

"Yes... to each other.

"Can we avoid war?

"... the Diplomatic Service will handle it until the very last minute...

"Give me your territory unconditionally," and you won't say, "Yes, I will."

"... that's impossible.

Is the Willip Union so arrogant?

"Yes, I wonder what it tastes like to invade our country.

You think we're going to attack you for a reason that doesn't make sense?

"Don't you know what that means?

What are they like?

"Humans, right?

"... hah... those who are good at business make money, and those who are not are a little poor... regardless of race, right?

The basics of business are face-to-face sales, and because you're human, you can't be fooled because you're fae.

I don't think it would be a problem if the products handled well.

"Exactly.

But from their point of view, the human race is the one that allows others to obey and enjoy the benefits.

I have no idea.

Takeo stunned.

"The majority of the people will be as amazed as Lord Kitamizato.

Ascom was amazed, too.