Isekai Dungeon de RTA

Episode 41: Unexpected developments

I'll start by asking what I was most concerned about.

"But the princess is neglected in her own country..."

The princess answers after a short tour.

"…… yes, and please just call me Leia"

What kind of change of heart is that?

But even this one, the name is more convenient.

I've known a lot of royalty lately......

"Okay......... So, Leia, can you explain why?

"Okay. As I said earlier, I was recognized for my magical talent at an early age."

……

I snorted silently and urged ahead.

"… but it was never made public"

"Why?"

"…… was intentionally hidden. by a leap in your body."

……

"So while I have a magical talent, I can't get my mentor to follow me, and I still can't use magic at all."

Unlike her usual faceless expression, the princess seeps remorse.

But there will be no need.

There is no other way to take such a beating...

But I could listen to what I was saying and give it a try.

Let's ask for it later.

"Who exactly is inside you?

"I have one brother and three sisters..."

I listen in silence.

Even though the princess sometimes clogs her words, she proceeds to talk.

The impression I had when I finished listening to that story was...

Power struggle.

It seems that Leia somehow understood that by the time she was conscious, she had already treated herself differently.

He said that no one had ever answered why.

Perhaps, the older brothers may have had a sense of crisis with their youngest born with a magical gift.

Or possibly just jealous. Either way, it seems that Leia was to be treated coldly in the castle.

But not everyone wants power.

It is my expectation that there will probably be someone who fanned...... that is, a central figure.

Otherwise, it wouldn't be able to affect her parents.

It's just something I knew before I heard it, but it's not like I can handle it.

Of course the princess wouldn't expect that from me...

I kind of figured it out in the current series of stories, but I'll check with the princess just in case.

"… So the Minister is an enemy to Leia?

"... No, honestly, I don't know. Few things come openly hostile to me in the castle. However, they all seem to know the circumstances, and no one actively tries to be kind… I read books all the time in the castle in one room"

The princess smiles unexpectedly.

I mean, there are only enemies or neutral people... who can't just forbid sympathy.

The story was roughly understandable, so I decided to change the subject to such an extent that it would not become unnatural.

"Leia, this is the future……"

The moment I utter my words, a knock rings to tell the visitors.

I have a lot of customers today.

Of course, I know who I'm visiting.

He's not the one you can ignore.

"... Has anyone come this evening? And it sounds like a knock."

"I try to hear you wherever you are. Magic, of course."

But that will also be unnecessary when the royal family returns.

Move to the door to welcome guests.

Leia cares, too, and she tries to follow me without saying anything.

"I'm sorry, Leia. I need a minute."

If the visitors were exactly what I expected, it would be tough to be present.

As it stands, Leia thinks I own this castle personally.

At best, it would be recognition to the extent that they're letting us live in the highest ranking privileges.

I explained a lot earlier that I had no power.

The door was opened to confirm the visitor, and the first thing that came into my eyes was the little fat man.

A shopkeeper who visited this castle a few days ago.

A visitor as expected, but this time he wasn't alone.

"……… excuse me."

Gently lowering his head, an old man comes in with the shopkeeper.

It must be a royal human being.

I presume that his age and identity would be quite superior to the atmosphere. I think that means you're willing to get on with my story...

Why don't you listen to me anyway?

"What about you?

"Excuse me, I am near Her Majesty the Queen and my name is Harry. I am here today on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen. See you later."

Saying so, he lowers his head again.

I couldn't hide my surprise at a part of what the man in front of me said.

Queen?

I didn't know the top of this country was a woman......

When I'm surprised by the unexpected fact, the man named Harry speaks with a gentle cheeky grin.

"This was unexpected…… I heard the story, but I didn't know that the number one ranking person was so young……"

"…… judging by the looks of it, you'll shrink your legs."

Harry nods deeply and shows no discomfort at my restraint.

"I agree with you completely……………"

Harry laughs bitterly at what you are.

"Regardless of the circumstances, we will not judge Kite by her appearance or age."

Conditions must mean buying a castle.

Maybe he's a little wary because he's going to put out some tough conditions.

"Then it's quick, can I hear your reply? I don't like troublesome stories and makeovers."

It should be hard for them to kick my suggestion.

I think there is ample potential to try to fold in terms of conditions…….

I pray the Queen, whom I have yet to see, is making a hard decision.

Harry chooses words and answers them carefully.

"... in conclusion, I'd like to move on with the deal in the direction of closing... just"

"Just?"

"There is a part of you that would like to make a little concession in terms of conditions..."

When I asked about Harry's terms, it was indicative in financial terms.

In short, it means cheaper.

I probably don't have a problem sticking around, but I dare to give up here.

Because it was the first blow…… it doesn't make a big difference even if it gets a little cheaper.

It would be easier to concede here and improve your heart certificate later.

"……… Oh? What about that one?

Harry raises his voice as he looks behind me.

When I turned around, there was no sign of Leia, who had found a fling and was about to shine somewhere.

There was a look at Leia who still didn't know what she was thinking.

Did they ask you?

No, I think both me and Harry were interacting in an abstract way.

It should be more likely that you don't understand what it's about even if you're listening......

"Excuse me for a second"

I don't answer Harry's questions, I go to the princess.

"……… Excuse me."

The princess utters her most apologetic words.

I couldn't feel it from the look on my face, but I feel like I did something that wasn't very good.

"It's a good thing I'm curious..."

"……… Dear Kate, what about them?

They take my attention lightly and ask about Harry and the store owner.

Well, okay.

"I'm here on behalf of Her Majesty the Queen, Harry, and his entourage."

The owner's explanation was going to be troublesome, so I decided to skip it.

"Your Majesty!?

Rarely for Leia, he speaks out loud enough to hear the Harries.

As far as that reaction goes, apparently the top of this country and I didn't think it was a woman.

"No... Not a word from the minister..."

Leia starts thinking with some bump and grunt.

"... but thinking about it, Tsuji fits"

Looking at me, the princess gets a convincing look.

"What are you thinking from earlier?

"……… No, I just understood the circumstances of Mr. Kite."

My situation?

I don't know how far the princess has my information.

It's hard to guess what's going on in this situation...

"Dear Kite, I have a question for you. How much of a person is Harry? Representing the Queen is quite a position…"

I take questions and think a lot.

The fact that we are here for this negotiation must be of a pretty high standing.

There is little likelihood that the lower end or the less able will come to the intertwined negotiations of money.

Even from the waist, he would be in the right position.

Queen's advisor, or maybe more.

"Because it is close to Her Majesty the Queen… it is a position to advance to Her Majesty to a certain extent in terms of money and politics"

It's also subtle for the person to ask me, so I'll put my mouth to Leia's ear and tell her.

"……… Enough."

"Enough?"

"......... Dear Kate, if you don't mind, please give me a chance. Let me help you."

Helpful in this situation?

Of course it's not about selling this castle.

But I'm troubled if you say weird things.

I would like to say no to this occasion if possible…….

When I'm having trouble responding, Leia asks me to do it over and over.

"…… I will never do anything bad to Master Kite. I'll take care of this place."

"No, but………….."

"…… Please!!

Harry calls me where I'm about to lose my roots.

"Isn't that nice? I'm also interested in what I can tell you."

He heard it to some extent.

If the person agrees, there is no choice.

Doesn't necessarily mean it's going to be negative for me, do you decide to let it go here?

Nodding with the meaning of acceptance toward Leia.

"… Thank you very much."

Curious as to what kind of discussion the two would have, of course I would try to hear the conversation, but before that came to me the shopkeeper.

"Dear Kite, even I have spoken to Kite......"

"What is it?"

"Master Kite has the gear for your position..."

I see.............

I know what you're trying to say.

Certainly the only gear I have now is a sword I bought in the capital and other light clothes that are easy to move around.

There is no reason to look strange at the top of the rankings.

If you do get something good, I would love to…….

Still, is this shopkeeper familiar with the martial arts?

Should I say that it is very broad or that it is too much of a business soul……….

"What do you mean, give me the brokerage fee because I'll get you some good gear?

"Excellent, Master Kite."

Apparently, you were right.

But I want to choose my own equipment……….

It's a good opportunity to listen to a lot of things.

I ask the owner repeatedly about the type of weapon and how to obtain it.

"I see… auction."

"Yeah, it still often goes to auction when it comes to equipment with special performance. Few people can properly value that kind of equipment."

I don't want to compromise on semi-productive equipment assuming I pay a lot of money.

But it's an auction………….

It's not always held.

"Would you like to join us for our next auction, if you don't mind?

"……… think about it"

I got the information, so I'll vaguely cloud the words.

Leia and Harry come closer, somewhat out of conversation.

I did………….

I was going to listen to you, but I got hot talking about gear.

What the hell are you two talking about?

"……… Dear Kite, I have a report for you."

"…… What?

I inquire with horror.

"…… please be pleased. If we attack a dungeon of knowledge in our kingdom of Earl, it will clear up for Kate to become involved in the national politics of Eleanor."

"…… a dungeon of knowledge?

It took me a long time to fully understand what Leia had to say without context.