Marquis' Express Butler

I stared at Lord Romush without any reaction.

The silence grew longer, and Lord Romush pushed his torso a little closer forward. I was still twisting my legs and touching them with my hands.

“I know this is a difficult request, but I'm sure you'll find it satisfactory. If Mathis is to successfully settle in the Toure area. ”

You tried to threaten me with that. That's ridiculous.

Well, I've never been to Ture, but I heard that the Blue Dragon Merchant Guild is very powerful. You must have thought that with such confidence.

But it's not worth it, man.

“No, actually, it's not that hard a request. ”

“Hmm?"

As expected, Romush was surprised. I thought you'd say no, but that's not the reason.

“There are more people who want the schematics of the fountain pen and the pen than you can imagine. Even the Duke said that even though he was close.... ”

I lowered my voice with a smile, and I was nervous about Romush's expression. I twisted and twisted my legs.

“Speaking of which, on the day I first met the Duke, you wanted a design design and patent. Were you there? I don't remember much. ”

“I didn't attend that day, but I heard stories. ”

“Then the story must be quick. I explained why the drawings and patents were not handed over. I'm already developing the next generation of fountains and pens. ”

“Next generation……. ”

The expression may not be easily accepted as contemporary, but Romush seemed to understand and did not make a compensatory explanation.

His expression became cautious. Obviously, if there are more enhanced items, they will be worth less.

But isn't Romush smiling?

“But even in the next generation, the first people to come across this stuff will definitely be fascinated. It's such a great invention. ”

“Thank you for your compliment. ”

“I do. When I first encountered the fountain pen and the pen, I remember it like I do now. The creeps that were spreading on my back were so thrilling. ”

I don't think it's normal. Simply put, the premium market will be handed over to us and the intermediate market itself will be targeted.

That's good enough for a commercial sense.

I laughed and laughed.

“We can do well in the field where we can be good to each other. Don't we need to pretend? ”

“I didn't mean to be a pretender. ”

“No. When there's competition, there's inevitable noise. I don't want to be in that relationship with your merchant guild. We need to cooperate in the long term. as long as Mathis' production facility is on the turret. ”

I repeatedly emphasized cooperation and bonding. I also guessed what he wanted. Kicking out your half-brother and becoming the best you can be.

If there is an understanding of that, the story must be solved.

“What can we do well with each other? ”

“Let's work it out. I'll give you a share of the ticket, so why don't you take the middle margin for a little royalty? We work hard on the product, you work hard on the distribution. Then it's good for each other. ”

“Hmmm... That makes sense, but I'll think about it. ”

“You won't want to worry too much. because there's a lot of places I'm still thinking about. ”

I cut him to pieces calmly, and Romush stood up, complaining that he knew. Me and Eluna stood up and shook his hand.

“I hope you have some good news. ”

“This way.”

He leaves the reception room first. I took a break and sat down. Eluna is still right next to me.

“Are you sure you want to give us the right to distribute? ”

“I'm going to give it to you. But it's gonna take a long time to get there. It takes time to find new materials to make cartridges on fountains and ballpoint pens. ”

“We can't mass-produce it, so we can't even give it distribution. ”

“Exactly. ”

Using plastics solves all the problems, but we don't yet have the technology to do that. However, we can't just create an oil industry, so finding a replacement is quick.

I leaned comfortably on my backrest and asked.

“Any word from Spinel? ”

“Not yet.”

“Blow the Jeonseo-gu one more time. I asked him myself. Soon it will be packed with news of returning. ”

“I'll do that. ”

“As long as the production problem is solved, we can really fly with wings on our backs. ”

As I sigh, Eluna clasps her arms and closest her body.

“Cheer up, Master. You're doing great. I'll be a little more flustered. ”

“Didn't you feel bad earlier, by the way? ”

“Yes? When was that? ”

I point to the spot across the street where Romush was sitting just now. Then Eluna smiles, covering her mouth with her hands.

“Not at all. This is something I have to do. ”

“But I'm sorry for something. I didn't want to let you do anything like this. It's a situation.”

“I'm enjoying myself. I don't hate the men's greedy looks. It's my fault I was born beautiful. ”

“... Don't talk like that. ”

“Isn't that true? ”

A bloody smile woke me up from my seat. Eluna did not easily bite off her gaze at me because she was a little disappointed.

“Now I must see the duc one last time before I return. ”

“Good luck. ”

“Yes."

Elona and I left the reception room. Then I entered the banquet hall where the party was in full swing.

* * *

Few guests decreased. Rather, I feel more and more.

There was only one reason. It was not because I had not yet returned, but because Duke Bahamut held his place firmly.

Duke Bahamut was surrounded by many nobles, talking about things.

My rank equation became one medium. People who were hard to meet were just getting up in the royal family, so the party was taking longer than usual.

I immediately approached the duc.

Fortunately, the other nobles noticed my approach and opened the way. Perhaps concession is only for today. I'm going to be a competitor tomorrow.

“The protagonist of the day is finally here. You've been away for awhile.Have you been somewhere? ”

“It's full, so we'll have to empty it out. ”

“Hahaha!”

The Duke slapped me on the knees, saying it was fun. He quickly got up from his seat and raised his cup.

“Let's toast again. Congratulations, Sir Soo-hyun. ”

“Thank you."

We all raised our glasses and toasted, and had a good time. But I have something to say to the Duke. And the more the audience, the better.

That's why I hit him.

“Mr. President, I have something to tell you, but you'll be okay. ”

“Of course. Oh, do I need to listen to this?" ”

“Not really. because it's my company, but it's also the Bahamuts. You can listen to the others. ”

The duc nods and gestures, and I get closer to him.

The surrounding area became quiet for a moment. I could feel that all the other shamans were focused on what I was saying.

“Nothing else, but Eluna will soon be returning to Adeline territory with the Adelines. Have you heard anything? ”

“Hmm...... I heard about the big bang. That's what Hamel said. ”

“Things are changing rapidly in a series of events in the Earl of Astria. Mattis' factors are getting ambushed. ”

“Is that true? ”

“The front desk arrived yesterday. It ended up being minor injuries, but they said there was some sort of attack. ”

“Hurrah.”

Of course it's a lie. Normally, I'd be skeptical, but if this is how it sounds right now, it might sound like the truth.

“I'm concerned about Eluna's well-being, but I was wondering if you could escort me. ”

“Escort.”

In fact, mobilizing the Knights of the Adeline family should be enough to overcome any crisis. They're well-armed, well-trained.

But what I want to borrow is not a knight, but the name of the Bahamut family. If someone were to attack us, it wouldn't just be the Adelines, it would be the Bahamuts.

“I've already told you the importance of Miss Eluna. Of course, the Adeline family will need your help, but you'd better be prepared more closely. ”

“You make it sound like there's going to be an attack. ”

“I tend to move around assuming the worst. ”

The duc's mind floods with noise.

Escort is not difficult at all. He's a duke, not somewhere else. There will be a considerable number of soldiers and knights to mobilize.

But the Duke's concern is that he doesn't want to be in the mud for nothing.

A moment later, the duc raises his hand. The pretenders around me immediately stopped chatting.

“Good. Now that the Blue Dragon Mercenary Captain is on board, it would be a good way to get back with him." Get Donald. ”

Oh, shit. That's not it?

But the order spread quickly, and it got into Donald's ear, who was talking to some beauty on the one hand. He came running right away.

“You called, Mr. President. ”

“Soon the nobles of Adeline and Mathis will return to the lands of Adeline. Can you take their escort? ”

“Of course. I'll follow your orders. ”

“Pay what we pay. ”

“No. ”

Then I stepped out. Donald, who was on one knee, looked up at me with an unfair look.

I turned my attention to him and looked at the duc.

“I can pay for that. If you think it's an investment in a business……. ”

“No, we can't trust the Blue Dragon Mercenaries. We need proven skilled people, but we can't let them take the lives of nobles. ”

It was quiet all day.

The orchestra that received the signal stopped playing. It was clear that all the attention in the intestine was naturally drawn this way.

“Unbelievable. You must explain what that means. ”

It was Donald.

How angry I'd be if I acted rudely when I wasn't even there.

Well, I was wrong to interrupt the Duke's words. But I don't have the slightest intention of accepting such nonsense.

I didn't see the skill of the Blue Dragon Mercenaries, but if this is the root of the head, I don't need to see the bottom.

“Just as I said. I need a proven prodigy. Not enough Blue Dragon Mercenaries. Do I have to explain what it means to be lacking? ”

“What!”

Donald, who was staring at me, puts his hand on my shoulder and squeezes.

There was more than just strength, there was error.

Look at this guy.

The window of stature rises for a moment, but I put it aside and grabbed his hand, holding my shoulder.

Tuck!

Then I raised Mana and tightened her strength.

“ ……! ”

He had to put up with the screaming. But I couldn't bear until my face turned red.