I guess this is what the Daimyo matrix means.
A long enough queue was made to make that seem so, and a large number of personnel were sent by the King's Capital to lead Prince Ark for the inauguration ceremony of the Autonomous Lords. A wagon, which I believe is a celebratory item, is transported to the Mansion from next to next. Sometimes the vault in the basement was already filled, and I didn't want to carry much in the mansion. Still, I couldn't refuse the congratulations, and I was going to pack more and more things out of the empty room.
Prince Ark watched the work with a satisfied face. I haven't even said hello yet, so I ran over to my side.
"Prince Ark, welcome to this journey all the way."
"Pretending to be in awe of what. I guess I can't help but wonder about the price of the congratulations."
"That was a long time ago. There is so much gold and silver treasure in the Hall of Helan today that it can overflow. I'm not happy with those things anymore."
"I thought I was going to cry and be happy... by the way, is Helanese territory that financially powerful right now?
"Yeah, that's it. So much for laughing already."
"Celebration, can I take a little something home?
"You can't. I was just having trouble where I woke up, but when they say that, I don't want to give it back."
"You devil."
"I'll lend it to you when you're having trouble with your money. Prince Ark and I have a relationship."
"You're just worried about the interest. Damn, you've gone all the way up to height. I envy you a little bit."
Whoa? I can't believe the prince said this. From me, I envy the prince's position.
"You think the prince envies me? Is it because your face is cool? You know, my nose, obviously I'm more charming."
"It's not. Your way up and down, I wonder where I can clear my way with my own power. Just a little bit, but I just thought that way of life seemed fun too. My nose, by the way, is more attractive to me."
"Was I? It's often hard to look attractive from others. I'm still more jealous of Prince Ark, who is royal. My mouth is boulder and I'm charming better."
"Damn, that's what it is. The lawn next door really looks blue. You idiot, my mouth is decided more attractively."
Compete!? Huh!?
Prince Ark was also willing to take it and stand. All right, why don't we make an opportunity to clear it up one of these days and put it down? The referee is fair, in the cat teacher!
... they're both mediocre, or something.
"Happy inauguration of the Autonomous Lords, Kurli"
"What? Are you saying at this time?
"Because I'm only about to be told in my own language right now. I'm not going to say it anymore, and you're going to taste what you just said."
"I wanted to taste it right, but it won't be long and I don't know the aftertaste. Would you say that again? Put it on properly."
"Say stupid. The royal family won't say the same thing twice. Remember that."
"I'll remember. If you say the same thing, let me take your frying feet."
"You nasty bastard."
"Only to Prince Ark."
"It's an extra problem."
"Only Prince Ark is special"
"I hardly ever hear anything special like this."
When I finished messing with Prince Ark at his usual rate, the work went well.
We moved the place and rented a place in the first inn in Helan territory.
It will welcome royalty and lords, and the inn will be bestowed with greater honor.
A banquet, later named 'Seat of Independence', took place on this occasion.
We walked in one luxury room ready for the banquet.
Me and Prince Ark in the back. Other invitees were Larser, Eliza, Iris and Toto. Grandpa Moran, Mr. Petal, Eyan Doville and Dr. Cat, naturally Rayle and Mr. Rozon were also called to this venue. Important people from Helanese territory, and those who are important to my life, have gathered here.
"They all got together well in their busy days. Prince Ark is here, too, and it looks like he can finally take a new step. I'll be back for the inauguration later, but I want you to think of it as a front seat today. Drink and eat as you please and enjoy yourself."
I had my favorite beverage for each of them and toasted them.
A drinkable to play and a laugh for all.
This is all the celebration, I really don't mind you taking your wings off today.
Look, if Dr. Cat is falling asleep and drinking directly from the liquor bottle, he won't... That's okay! Today!
Look, Prince Ark looks so sorry for Iris... that's okay! Today!
Look, the cute look Larser is throwing up trying an adult drink...... that's okay! Today!
See, drink, eat and sing!! Because it's all Prince Ark's luxury today!!
Ha ha, I look forward to Prince Ark's face, which I'll be surprised to find out later. Just think of it and the rice goes on.
By the time the banquet had also begun and quite some time later, some people drank too much and went down one after the other, and others got out at their convenience, drinking each other in a way that they would face Eliza if they noticed.
"The food here is delicious. I've never been to Helan territory."
Eliza lined up the words quickly so I wouldn't get embarrassed.
"I didn't have a very luxurious life. Money is quite a lot of money, and from now on, let's turn it into a style that we're going to spend more and more"
"No, you can keep it that way. Let's spend money on something more speculative."
So is that. I've been pretty happy with my life so far, and I'm not going to change it.
"Eliza, can we live together again, like we did when we were Ellie?
"Um, maybe we can go. We're both back in memory."
"When we got back halfway, you had a fight. Sorry, complain."
"Welcome. Say whatever you want. I'm sorry I left."
Eliza and I had a fight once now, and it felt awkward, but now we can make up?
I got you a drink, and I got Eliza, too. The two of us drink together. We had a casual conversation and stayed up late at night.
"Eliza, you know what? I've been meaning to tell you something for a long time. All right?
"What?"
"Won't you marry me?
"... okay?
"Whoa, shall I do that? Hey, it's dinner tomorrow night, but I need some potato soup."
"Fine. Pubeye was just about to arrive."
"That guy. You always eat too much, until you demand it."
"It's okay. That's what's so cute about Pubeye."
"Pretty? That guy."
"It's cute. Pooh Beye misses me the most because he's saying that."
"Nothing's fine. I'll give you anything."
"Terrible. Because I'll tell Pubeye. I'll be absolutely pissed. I might leave. If you're going to apologize, now's the time."
"... Yes, excuse me. I said too much. Forgive me for taking care of Pubeye."
"Fine. Forgive me. So, we all look down, and suppose it's time for us to go home?
"Let's do that. Let's go home to our house."
Eliza and I went straight back to the mansion. I don't know of any people who are falling after drinking too much. Only to leave it alone.
It was a long way to the mansion, but when I got home talking to Eliza, I got there in no time.
Even the faces that I ate and drank and made noise the other day until it didn't work out were uniformly riddled today, with a tight face.
Yes, today was the day when the inauguration ceremony for the Autonomous Lords was finally held.
For the ceremony, a large number of the inhabitants had gathered in Helan National Park, and many nobles dressed in courtesy had also rushed to me. It's all to celebrate my inauguration.
I'm full of joy, embarrassment and pride.
On the stage was needed a chair for the autonomous lord. Designed with a silver tone, the chair seems comfortable to sit on.
Whereas royalty uses gold, autonomous lords use silver. This seems to be an ancient custom.
It's been hundreds of years since the birth of an autonomous lord, so I don't feel like I care about customs, but I do find it attractive to use the same golden color as royalty.
Sitting in the chair of the Autonomous Lord, I stood in front of him and watched Prince Ark's back as he gave his speech.
Something doesn't even look like Prince Ark, one compliment after another. Each time the square was wrapped in cheer to show a different uplift.
In other words, my popularity seems immense. Something shivers on the stage when the cheers go together. The tremor hits my body, and I kind of feel like I've gotten terribly great.
Prince Ark's speech was about to be completed.
"This is everything you say from me. I would like to hear the words of His Highness the Autonomous Lord of Kurli Helan next."
It's my turn at last. Honestly, I don't have anything to say about this, but that would be boring.
When the baton of speech was given to me and I got up from the chair, once again a tremendous cheer ruled the neighborhood.
I raised my hand and responded to it.
Waiting for the cheer to calm down, I stated how I feel now.
"I am very pleased that the Helanese territories will become autonomous. I hope I can help you all as its Lord."
Every time I spoke, I cheered, so I opened up again for a while.
"Even when it comes to becoming autonomous, we are no different to the Kudan people. Respecting the King and supporting Prince Ark here is no different than ever. It's all about encouraging you to work as you've always done and just stay healthy with the Helanese realm. But some things change a lot."
Something that changes a lot...... it is.
"I am proud. I want you to take a strong pride in being an autonomous Helanese citizen. I want you to be as exemplary as possible in the Kudan State, as the place of origin of culture, and always with that awareness. This autonomy of Helan will also perish one day or another. But the more people think of the land, the more they will keep it that day. That's all I want to tell you."
He waved and finished his speech in response to a cheer.
Finally, the time has come for the crown of emperors.
Prince Ark holds a silver crown and stands on the stage. I approached that side and looked straight at Prince Ark's face.
He nodded a little, and I bent my knee and fell on the spot.
Prince Ark walks over.
And a silver crown was put on top of his head. Here and now, it was the moment when the officially autonomous lord was born. The flag of the autonomy of Helan was raised at the same time in the square.
I can't promise you eternal prosperity, but I'm going to keep supporting you while I stand. This Helanese territory.
There was a parade, broken between the inhabitants.
It is an easy job for a horse to just wave in a huge carriage pulled by six heads. The riders were Eliza Helan, who will be his wife, and Prince Ark, the next king. And who would be his wife, Iris Parala. Someone later named Iris Kudan.
The carriage proceeded slowly so as to show its face to as many as possible.
Along the way, a large number of scented petals filled the car, but apparently that was due to the Gap Chamber of Commerce. It's quite a way to celebrate.
There was a lot of cheer and I couldn't have a lot of conversation in the car, but it looks like Prince Ark remembered something, and I've got a mouth in my ear.
"Yes, I had forgotten. I hear your father gave you a silver watch. They want you to give it back to them, because that one will move the army. I want to receive it after this."
... That silver watch, you died during the great drought noise in Helan territory, didn't you? I don't know what to do, even though they told me to take care of it.
All right, let's pretend we didn't hear you. I let my smile shine even more and waved to the inhabitants.
He pushed Prince Ark, who persisted in speaking, and drew Eliza next door.
Getting closer and holding it close enough that no one can get closer. Because of this, we have to report this to the residents.
Eliza looks embarrassed, but she won't lose the power of her cuddled hand. Sometimes Prince Ark says something again, so it stays like this for a while. Besides, there will be no husband who wants to let go of his wife who is shy with a very good face.