Life in Another World as a Maid Mage

"- Oh, good.Yae-san, you're going to help me. "

With an envelope full of plum scents open, Shiori exhales relieved as she runs her eyes on the text.Alec, who was peering at the letter from behind, smiled, "I'm glad."

"Now I think we're from the East."

"Yeah."

When commercializing homemade portable foods using freeze-drying technology, it is inevitable to be asked for details such as the origin of the technology and the inspired slices.Negotiations with the Enandel Chamber of Commerce cannot overshadow what can be said to be the most important point.

Siori, who decided that it was not a good idea, had been gathering materials on preserved foods since the meeting with Border Master and had been reading and fishing.Although the process was different, there was a lyophilized preserved food called frozen tofu in Japan.The same dry tofu was in the ingredients handed over by Yae as an apology.Then I thought there might be another country - the kingdom.

As a result, it was the quick-frozen food that was passed on to the fishing villages in the southern part of the Kingdom.That food was born from the side of some awkward magician.The magician from that village, who had been driven out to help the frozen fish that had been made over time and exposed to outside air in the winter, magically froze it all at once because it was troublesome.Angry fishermen said not to treat the ingredients roughly, but there was an anecdote that the freshness was preserved, unlike the old way of making them when they tried to thaw.

― ― The existence of magic elements and the ecosystem were so different, just like in that world, there were preserved foods that could also be said to be the previous stage of freeze-dried foods.

Freeze-dried technology is an Oriental processing technology inspired by these preserved foodstuffs - in that case, it doesn't seem like an unknown technology either.

With that in mind, Siori asked Yae for help.Of course, I didn't reveal everything, but I issued express delivery acknowledging that I wanted to come from the east because of various circumstances, and that I wanted to come from the east because of my technology.

Yae accepted after offering some, not so difficult, conditions.Some of the conditions cannot be determined by Theoli, but it will be up to the negotiations, Alec said.

"Have the anxiety materials been resolved?

"Yeah, maybe... it's okay."

Well then, let's go to the Enandel Chamber of Commerce.Let's talk to Clement. "

The Enandel Chamber of Commerce is the mother of Clement's birth house, the Horeva Chamber of Commerce.Clemens, who understood the situation of Ciori in a complicated position, although he did not know that he was an alien, told me that he would contact his real brother, the president of the Enandel Chamber of Commerce.

Theori has little knowledge of commerce or trading, and can't rush around.Perhaps you won't be able to wear this, no matter how many places you step.There are things that no one is good at.That's why Alec and Clement took care of the shortfall.

In fact, it was said that the conversation would almost automatically continue until the contract was exchanged after hearing the specific story of freeze-drying technology to identify the people of Ciori, even with the gesture of Berchristfel Osbling on the Trisval border.

However, the opponent is one of the kingdom's leading established, naturally born businessmen.They say that they will handle detailed negotiations so as not to disadvantage Shiori in the first place.

When it comes to Shiori's work, it's about putting together the materials and planning documents for the freeze-drying magic equipment.

"... I'm so sorry I left you alone..."

That's what Alec said, holding Shiori's shoulders chewing on her lips and gently mouthing her forehead.

"Never mind.We'll take care of him on other occasions.Mutual. "

"... uhhhhhh..."

After all, it felt like the specific gravity of the "take care of" was too different, and Shiori lowered her eyebrows and buttocks, but Alec peered into the front of her eyes and said forcefully.

"--Zach told me last year when I first introduced you.It is thanks to Theori that the recent high difficulty request achievement rate and success rate in the Tris branch is better than other branches.As far as the record goes, that rating hasn't changed. "

"... Alec"

"Indeed, we are the ones who will take the lead.But we can fight with peace of mind because you backed us up.And it is you, the domestic magician, who will do everything in your power to get it back to you safely. "

In previous expeditions, comfort was secondary.Anyway, it was common sense that only strong combat power and a few days' worth of water and food were needed.It was the existence of the domestic wizard that overturned it.I didn't think the results would be as different as just setting up food and clothing.Alec enthusiastically said that the presence of Theoli, which greatly enhanced the overall ability of the party, led to good results for the Tris branch.

"As a result, there was an increase in the number of defensive positions that wanted to aim for domestic wizards.Injuries have made it impossible to fight on the front lines, but some people expect to be able to return to the scene as a rear guard with the skills of domestic magicians.For them, you're going to teach them a technique that looks like blood.I'm sure the branch will do better than ever.You've played and will play a big role. "

So Alec laughed that he didn't have to worry about being taken care of.

"- Thank you, Alec. Yeah, well, I'll be honest with you."

He gave a gentle smile to the slightly wet Shiori's eyelids.

― ― The Enandel Chamber of Commerce Tris branch, located in the second block, is a large shop on the first basement and five floors above ground.On the ground floor, there is a carriageway, garage, and stables, and the building is splendid enough to be ridden by a private carriage.There is a warehouse on the ground floor, a shop on the first to third floors, and a reception room and office on the fourth floor.It seems that the top floor is the living floor of some clerks, including the branch manager.

Although the shop was designed to allow armed adventurers to enter and exit the shop without hesitation, Siori's face, which was headed to the fourth floor, where the general public would not enter first, was stressed in the middle of the day.

The heavy and tasteful interior, which is different from the one below the third floor, may be considered a castle hall of nobility, and it is obviously a good place because there is a staircase that leads directly to the fourth floor without passing through the shops on the lower floor.

I'm sure Alec is used to coming in and out of places like this, even though he doesn't seem to be upset.Clement, who is the actual brother of the president of commerce, and Louis, who is always at my pace, are worrying.

Siori, who is still unfamiliar with these "special" places, knows that she is a heartfelt commoner, but she will get used to them all.Alec, who is originally a member of the royal family and is used to these places, has lived as a civilian much longer than a royal family, and his way of thinking and feeling is almost the same as that of ordinary people."Everyone gets used to it when they step in," Alec laughed.

(... there will be more upscale jobs above level B, and if you think about it, it's not that special.)

Theori, who concluded so, strived to be normal and was prompted by his leader, Clement, to dive through the heavily constructed door with Alec.It's okay. It's okay.

At the front of the door is a gallery, decorated with paintings by famous painters, and a thick sofa and ornamental plants are arranged at equal intervals.The interior is conscious of the hospitality of upscale people.

A silver-haired man stood in the middle and walked over.The colour of the skin and eyes were different, and the colour and facial appearance of the hair were very similar.Apparently, he is Clement's brother, who I hear rumors about.The colour of Clement's skin was somewhat different from that of his siblings because of the sunburn, but it seems that he inherited the blood of his great-grandmother, who was the daughter of a great merchant from a far south country.My great-grandmother was also said to have dripping beauty.

It's been a long time, Brother Clem.

"Oh, it's been a while, Paul.I'm glad you're doing well. "

"Thanks to you, I'm doing fine.It's been a long time, Alec.It's been four or five years. "

I see. The last time I saw him was about five years ago.It's too early for the moon. "

"That's right. I'm afraid of celebrating my birthday these days.Oh, yes, I have the temporary stitching of the requested item.Would you like to check back later? "

"Oh, you're early.Then please. "

They all smile as they shake hands.The two brothers seem to meet once or twice a year, and the brothers are close.

Alec has also been associated with the Enandel Chamber of Commerce since its inception.He's a good friend.

He said he had never revealed to them that he was royal and that he had never seen him face to face in the castle, but at least Clement seemed to be keeping quiet while he noticed.

He and Zack have known each other since they were kids, so I certainly know Zack had a deep relationship with the royal family.It had been a long time since I ran away before he brought me here, but if Zach had brought me a man with chestnut hair and purple blue eyes, I would have noticed right away. "

Alec flushed with such a bitter smile.Though she was aware of serious secrets, she didn't say anything, and thought that she could only continue to make friends because she trusted her.

--A bond that can be formed without revealing everything.There must be another way.

"... well. This is more like it?

The silver-haired man, who had finished his greeting with the two of them, looked down at Shiori and smiled.Unlike Clement's smile, which exquisitely mixes sweetness and tannins, it's a cheerful and popular smile.The look is very similar, but the impression is quite different.The more we lined up, the more relatives we knew, the more different the impression was so that we wouldn't recognize each other as brothers.

"My name is Theori Izumi.Thank you for your time today. "

"I'm Paul Holeva, President of the Enandel Chamber of Commerce.I flew from King's Landing to hear an interesting story. "

While saying so, Paul gave out his right hand.Siori grabbed his reflective hand very naturally and said, "Thank you very much."The handshake, which was not a courtesy greeting to the lady, seemed like a manifestation of intention to treat her in a reciprocal manner, and Theori smiled a lot.

Continuing, he pointed to the flax-haired man who was holding back.

"This is Knut, Director of Development."

The man saluted with a faint smile on his nervous pale face with glasses on.The hair with gray hair shakes.

"My name is Knut Alkvist, and I gave it to you.I'll see you later. "

Knut, who looked a little uncomfortable, blinked, but looked down at Theoli and asked for a handshake. He smiled bitterly.

"Please don't be too nervous.Because I am the same.I've been drawn to business many times, but I honestly still don't like working in chambers of commerce.With all due respect, you look just like me, so I'm relieved. "

Originally, he worked as an engineer at a private shop in King's Landing that produces and sells magic equipment, but he was pulled out when the Enandel Chamber of Commerce was founded.Born and raised, common folk.I'm used to big deal deals, but honestly, I still don't like them.He laughed bitterly when he said that he wanted to immerse himself in R&D with a coworker who was willing to pull back.

Siori, who was relieved of tension by such a Kunout conversation, was guided by them to one of several points of contact.With an elegant botanical pattern in brick-coloured land, the room is as comfortable as a living room with warm tones of furnishings and fabrics."It used to be one of the salons of the wife of a millionaire," said Paul, laughing instead of a public story.It seems that the upper floors were originally used by servants, but the wife liked this small room with a good view.

As he sat down on the comfortable sofa, the waiter, who appeared silently, set tea and tea confectionery and quietly left the room.Paul, who recommended black tea to the visitors, watched each one swallow it, and then cut it straight out.

"Now... shall we go to the business immediately?As a Chamber of Commerce, I would like to handle freeze-dried foods.The sample sent in advance was very interesting.I was surprised that it tasted like it was made to taste like something that I didn't think was preserved.If you let me handle that, the breadth of the adventurers' diet will be wider. "

Fortunately, the freeze-dried portable food I sent as a sample seemed to have been highly rated at least at the head office planning meeting.There are many challenges that need to be cleared in order to be placed on the market as a safe preserved food, but I would definitely like to think positively.

"But as a condition of providing technology, I said that I would release the technology after a certain period of time.... But does this still change my mind?

"Yes"

"It's a revolutionary technology, so monopolizing it will be quite profitable.As long as you shake your head vertically, I don't think there's any more deal for the Chamber of Commerce.And of course for you, the inventor.With all due respect, Mr. Shiori is an immigrant and will have a lot of trouble.Don't you want to get a steady income here? "

What Paul wants to say is that he wants to apply for an exclusive design registration for a maximum number of years.

The proposal exclusive registration is like a patent.Normally, they apply to related organizations through the Merchant's Association (Alliance), but the Adventurers' Association (Alliance), which has a large number of magicians and magic equipment engineers, also has a reception desk.Registration gives certain rights to all inventions, including magic objects.The duration of the entitlement varies depending on the content, but the invention can be used exclusively up to fifty years after the creator's death, provided that the predetermined amount - which is, of course, high - is paid.

As the Enandel Chamber of Commerce, I would like to register for the longest period of time, but Shiori's hope is the shortest "one year after the launch of the invention".

The look on Paul's face was serious.Though I have spoken to immigrants, it is by no means despicable.Though it would never have been a mere misunderstanding of Shiori, its sincere attitude seemed to be favorable.

Alec and Clement glanced at me.But I'm fine. This can be answered.Theori spoke honestly of her thoughts.

"... certainly a steady income is attractive.But first of all, I didn't devise freeze-dried technology.It's just a reproduction of the machining technique I had in my hometown, so I can never make it my own. "

It's Shiori's cowardice.Thought mistakes were repeated and reproduced by magic, which was never meant to create wealth.Of course, I wanted to add to my living expenses, but I also wanted to eat delicious food on my trip, and I wanted you to eat it.And it can be said that the technology greatly improved the dining situation during the adventure.I don't know the name, but don't forget the respect and gratitude for the great original developers.Absolutely.

"Besides, I am an amateur in terms of technology.Even in the manufacturing process of the portable food, it is reproduced with only a very small amount of information in memory, so it is not complete.There really should be more complicated processes.I'm sure there will be a lot of problems in mass production.So even if you ask for advice, I don't know if I can answer. "

In that case, however convenient it may be, it would be embarrassing to name it as an inventor.There are quite a few things Shiori can do before entering full-scale manufacturing.

"I see. I mean, you don't know everything, you just have to think of your knowledge and skills as clues - hints."

Paul roared as he nodded.

"But isn't it a good idea to miss the clue as long as there is a finished product actually made with the magic equipment..."

"... I understand that it is too selfish for an individual to ask a company.But I want to answer the hopes of my people who want a portable meal, and I want to repay my friends who accepted me and the people of Tris... the Kingdom. "

"So you want to release the technology and return it to the Kingdom?

"... yes"

Of course that's part of the reason.There are underlying reasons why people who smell business want to know the origin of technology so that they don't get targeted.I couldn't pass it on to outsiders as it is, but fortunately, Yae offered to cooperate on the condition that Oriental cuisine be added to the item and that the co-developer include the Yang Mei Chamber of Commerce.

In other words, it would be a good idea to name the Yang Mei Chamber of Commerce instead of Shiori on the list of co-developers.

Yae wrote in a letter that he didn't want to give a part of the profits, but that he should spread the name of the Yang Mei Chamber of Commerce.This is a unique opportunity for the Yangmei Chamber of Commerce, which aims to expand sales channels within the Kingdom, to greatly appeal to the country's leading long-established businesses.

--It is not the same, but similar processing techniques exist in Mizuho.However, when Mizuho was founded, the family that knew the technology was separated and knowledge was also distributed - a scenario prepared by Yae and Shiori.

Paul, who was staring at Shiori, eventually exhaled and smiled bitterly.

"--I can't help it.It is also your intention, Lord Trisval Border.You're going to call it a wilderness. "

Christopher wanted to add portable foods to combat food and disaster stockpiles, making sure they were as consistent as possible with Shiori's intentions.His presence must have worked much harder for me than I thought.I can't thank him enough for just accepting Theoli and helping me get here.

"Regarding the Yang Mei Chamber of Commerce, its reputation is heard in Wang Dynasty.Handling a lot of rare items of good quality seems to increase the number of aristocracy.The other day, I signed a contract with a Rovnell family and there were a lot of rumors about the Merchants' Association (Guild).We both wanted to make a deal with the Chamber of Commerce to win the trust of the Rovnells, so this is an opportunity we didn't want to have. "

Knut, who was so silent and listening to the audience, added his words.

"Mizuho", the country.It seems that there are many magical objects (from the realm) that were created based on ideas that are not in the realm.I also wanted to get a large piece of the doll, but that's funny.I really want to connect with them as a technology development division. "

"I understand what happened to Theori.Don't worry about that.If the project proponent is an individual, there are many people who don't want to give their name.Like Brother Clem. "

Huh?

Suddenly he was named Clement, and Siori shouted at him.But Clement just smiled and shrugged her shoulders.

Seeing it, Paul smiled bitterly.

"... my brother has always been worried about leaving his family business to live freely.That's why, at least to make amends... oh, excuse me, but only our investigation will send us to pick up a fine need that we'll never notice.It was also my brother who made the connection to the establishment of the Enandel Chamber of Commerce because of the demand.The truth is, I thought my brother should be president of commerce. "

"I can't be a man who's practicing and made a feminine scandal."

"... well, at this rate..."

The scandal was no fault of Clement herself. To put it strongly, it was an incident that led to an alarm towards the other party who had placed full trust in her.There was a lot of sympathy, but it was an opportunity to kick down one of the Kingdom's leading long-established stores, and business enemies gave me bad rumors and left the house to finish it off.

"The launch of the Apparel brand for adventurers was proposed by Brother Clem.But only a fraction of the Chamber of Commerce knows about it.It's supposed to be me. "

Few people know that Clement Seden, an adventurer in the Tris branch who takes her usual mother's last name, is the birth child of the President of the Horeva Chamber of Commerce.However, if the original Enandel Chamber of Commerce brand proponent had Clement's name, few would suspect the same person, even if the last name was different.

"That's why, Theori-san, your name is never on the table.Of course, as a creator, I will give you a portion of the profit, so don't worry. "

"... thank you."

Siori, exhaling relieved, smiled at a man very similar to Clement.

"I don't know if it will be… instead of swallowing a lot of cumbersome demands, but please let me help you with ingredients that are not suitable for freeze-dried foods or suggest a menu to add to your products."

After a certain period of time has elapsed since the start of sales, the freeze-dried food manufacturing technology will be announced.But that's just the technical part.Only the Enandel Chamber of Commerce has the best knowledge to differentiate itself from others.It will be up to them to make use of it, but even though there was a shield behind the Khoreva Chamber of Commerce, it was only about a decade ago that they raised the Chamber so much.I'm sure they'll make good use of it.

Paul nodded with a smile, and next he dropped his gaze on the material Siori handed him.

"So, I don't have the exclusive registration of the design of your manufacturing magic equipment, but is there any technical information leaked from the magic equipment store that requested the production?

"I think it's okay.It's a reputable and trustworthy shop, and I just added a little touch to my existing magic equipment. "

I really wanted to make it a tool that combines two functions, but amateurs couldn't design it that way.That's why they made a simple freezer for ready-made products and a vacuum dryer for chemical preparation that raised the performance to the maximum.

--The magic stone and outer box used for the ingredients are just bespoke items, and the ready-made ones are just as good substitutes.

"I see. That won't be a problem.But just in case, you should register your idea.It also has certain effects in the sense of protecting the creator. "

There are more severe penalties for forcing a Proposal Monopoly Registrar to provide technology than common acts of intimidation.In addition to fines, prison sentences, prohibition of contracts to each union (guild) for a certain period of time, and in the case of union (guild) subscribers, full suspension of eligibility for a certain period of time or posting of the full name of the address on each branch.

In the early years of the industrial revolution, successive kidnappings and intimidations of inventors - especially those related to magic equipment - led to an increase in the number of people concealing technology and, as a result, a significant impediment to technological development, so the law was reformulated.

"If you don't mind, I'll apply here as soon as I get back to King's Landing.The process is quicker than applying in Tris. "

"If that's the case... thank you very much"

Knut roared low next to Paul, who nodded to Shiori.

"Still... I'm surprised it's a ready-made product."

"Yeah, I'm just using a combination of pre-made products that have improved performance.But after all, the menu and the amount of one meal that I can handle is small, and depending on the season, it takes time to freeze and dry, and some things are not as good as they are for sale. "

"As far as I'm concerned, it's not as simple as expanding a pre-existing product."

"Yes, and freeze-dried foods are very moist.Wrong storage can damage you quite easily, so you must also be careful with packaging and promotional content.So I want you to be absolutely trustworthy in terms of hygiene and safety. "

"Absolutely trustworthy..."

Phew, Paul nodded and eventually smiled with satisfaction.She murmured that she had not simply chosen the Chamber of Commerce because of its visibility.

"Credit and trust cannot be bought with money.I'm honored that you rated me that way. "

Paul put out his hand.The hand was firmly gripped back.The handshake was more heartfelt than the first time I exchanged greetings.Alec, Clement, and Knut smiled and Louis trembled at her feet.

"- Now, let's talk specifically about your contract.We'll talk about the technical details later. "

Afterwards, Alec and Clement took over the confirmation and detailed negotiation of the contract as scheduled.They chewed me up and explained the hard stuff, and Theori just answered and nodded to what was asked.

As for the handmade portable foods currently being sold, it was suspected that they could be stopped suddenly, and it was decided that they could continue to be sold only to adventurers belonging to the Tris branch.In the unlikely event of contact from another vendor who had noticed the portable food, we talked through the Alliance Master of the Tris branch and the Yang Mei Chamber of Commerce.Of course, Zach and Yae have already agreed to this.

Even for Shiori, we have prepared the reason that we cannot produce large quantities due to quality maintenance problems, and we have registered the proposal exclusively and are not thinking about putting it out.But they were also more likely to be devoured, and their cooperation was appreciated.

After the contract was exchanged, we moved on to a technical conversation.From there, Alec and the Holeva brothers were mostly listening.First, Theori gives an overview of the freeze-drying process, and then technician Knut fills in the necessary information with detailed questions.

"... I see...Is it not good for freeze-dried foods with a lot of fat? "

"That's right. I think there was something like that because it was difficult to freeze.Even my magic equipment didn't work very well with greasy things.Even if it looks like that somehow, the quality and preservation are questionable..... "

"There's room for research, too.You can't remove it to widen the menu.Fortunately, Stridia is a snowland. It's easy to get magic stones with high freezing power. "

"Then, since it is assumed to be soaked in hot water and returned, it is not possible to reproduce a crisp texture like fried food.The fried food itself can be freeze-dried by reducing the amount of clothing and oil. "

"Haha, I see... so there's a lot of soup and risotto on the menu."

"Yes, there are some who don't dare to go back, but honestly, I don't know.The inside of the mouth becomes dry, and the taste of the liquid drained is too strong, and I am worried that it may be a little burden on my stomach.Maybe it's the ingredients, not the dishes. "

"Sure. Especially when you're traveling, it's hard to damage your gastrointestinal health."

"Yeah."

"But is it rapid freezing and sublimation drying... each of these technologies is used individually in the development of frozen foods and medicines, but combining them and converting them to food processing would surprise me."

The Horeva brothers beside him were listening with interest.However, Alec began to lose sight of the technical terminology that was gradually increasing.You're tired of playing alone, too. You took the lead in taking on Louis.

It was almost noon by the time I finished talking all the way.It seems Clement is going to spend some time with Paul and his brothers after this.After lunch outside, Alec plans to confirm the tentative stitching of the gift he ordered for his half-brother.Ruli also asked me to accompany him, so he asked me if Shiori would join him.Theoli nodded honestly without any reason to refuse.

"--Thank you very much for today.Thank you in advance. "

To be honest, nine out of ten were set up business deals.All you have to do is nod and answer the questions.It was very uncomfortable, but the faces of all the men seemed satisfied.That's why I couldn't show dissatisfaction with it.Even if that's for you.For now, just thank me and give me another chance.

"I had a really meaningful time here.We were reminded of the importance of reusing existing technologies.Please come to the head office of King's Landing this time.You're welcome. "

After a hard handshake between Paul and Knut and a farewell greeting, Cili and the others, who were politely escorted to the entrance, left the Enandel Chamber of Commerce.