Queen Eskil tries to pull out a pharmacist who says it's the elves who are following the dragon, and who says it's the need for it.
Eina speaks slowly to that suggestion, which is shooting quite a bit of a slack.
"... I see, was that your aim? Attract me and the main force of the army to their own territory to buy time, retroactively (there) down the river in that gap to attack this place, take the elves hostage and take the dragon. After that, if you turn the dragon you got over to me, everything will be turned upside down, and no one will stop you from becoming the queen who can unite the continent. I had no idea the dragon's secrets had been noticed."
- That's all Eina says, she shuts her eyes in silence.
From Queen Eskil's point of view, it would look like she's trying to keep her judgment from the pharmacist, but she's actually trying to leave it to me.
... There is little room to get lost when it comes to judgment.
Normally, it's obvious which way to choose between Queen Eskill, who I've seen her strength but haven't met yet and I'm not familiar with, and Eina, who I think has been having a lot of difficulty with...
... However, if I refuse Queen Eskill's offer here, what will happen to Mr. Smict and the others?
The Kutl I sent out for reconnaissance hasn't come back yet. Depending on the response, Queen Eskil may come forward and point the soldier at us.
No matter how strong Mr. Rhina has been lately, it will be hard to deal with 100 elite soldiers, and Lynne only has about 20 arrows.
Some hands ask Shella for help, but if they still put Mr. Elf in the village as a hostage, they will no longer be able to put their hands on him.
Once upon a time, they couldn't satisfactorily resist taking hostages when Lynne's village was attacked, and maybe this time Mr. Smict and the others were hit with the same M.O.
I have heard that taking hostages is a common method of raiding an elf opponent with a strong sense of companionship.
And that method works very well for me, too.
... It's easy to say that I'm going to be attached to Eina here, but isn't that going to put Mr. Smict and the others at risk and rather make this situation worse?
... I mean, Eina. Why did you do something like leave your judgment with me here?
If you say words that normally intimidate the pharmacist in a way that sneaks up on my consent, that should do it.
That much Eina would have been able to put it away...... oh, could she have dared (ah) not?
If so, what action should I take here...
... to one conclusion, I move sideways softly to fill the intervals with the pharmacists. You'll see it from the other side, but no problem.
The question is whether this decision is correct or not.
I get ready and I gently ear to the pharmacist.
"Let's stick with Queen Eskill here. Tell him so."
... the distance between us and Queen Eskill is only a few meters away.
It may sound whispering though, and someone may be able to read lip movements or something, so I only tell them the minimum words so they can ask.
In fact, Lynne and Rhina, who should have looked forward and been alert to the enemy, looked back at this one with a look that was surprising.
The pharmacist opened his eyes for a moment too, but I don't correct words.
... My sister, who has been following my left neighbor closely at some point, is unresponsive. The rear shella, seen as chilli, also showed no particular reaction, and Eina does not leave it slightly moving with her forward.
Somehow, but it's interesting to know how everyone feels about Eina.
... The pharmacist said for a while, 'Are you sure?' He looked at me like he was asking, but when I let him snort (groaning) one thing, he shifted his gaze to Queen Eskil, as he was ready, and uttered words.
"Fine. Why don't you accept your terms and help?"
To the words of the pharmacist, the soldiers of the enemy.
- But the key Esquil Queen is staring at a point, not showing any joy when things are supposed to be carrying what she wants.
At the end of my gaze... Oh, me?
"... Her Majesty Queen Parklen. Who is that man?
"He's the most brilliant civilian I've ever had."
"Outstanding? Is there such a man as to betray your master and recommend a return to sleep?
"Yeah, because it's 'excellent', not 'loyal'. He's the one who brought you a way to follow the dragon, and there's a real sight for you to analyze the situation accurately and try to follow me as soon as possible."
... Seems like my decision wasn't wrong to see how Eina is doing, but why does it look like she's having the most fun today? Queen Eskil is as suspicious as she thinks.
"... Your Majesty seems in a much better mood when she says she has been betrayed by her men"
"You're making a mistake. This man was following me because he had a benefit for himself, and I used it knowingly, too. If you find a way to benefit more, it's not about moving there, it's about betrayal or anything."
... What Eina is saying is like headhunting in the original world.
However, in this world, where the idea of subordinates devoting themselves to their lords is common, they will feel very heterogeneous.
Blah, I'm pretty uncomfortable, too.
Queen Eskil also doubts even more, as she is not convinced at all.
"Even if it wasn't betrayal, I don't think it's a project to make you feel better?
"Those who expected me to be good showed excellent judgment as expected. What is wrong with you that you are satisfied that your eyes were right?"
"… even if it were to destroy yourself?
"Destroy yourself? Oh, is it possible that Queen Eskill has already won?
"- Become!?
To Eina's words, Queen Eskill changed her expression and rose from her chair (chair).
... I don't know what Eina's intentions are, but if Kutl returns while we're buying time like this for now, there may be some hands we can hit.
Watching the situation with that in mind, the risen Queen Eskill shouted.
"They take the dragon, which is the trump card, and even betray my men, and they tell me they still have a chance at it!?
"Disturbing you like that can infect your people with lack of confidence and anxiety. If you are also the king of a nation, always be honorable before your men."
――――
Asked to cling to the child, Queen Eskil looks around at her men like a hack, and once she sits back in the chair.
And I took one big breath, and I uttered the word.
"I see. Does Her Majesty's spare time mean a vanity in front of her men?"
"... I thought you were a little smarter. There is no reason for anyone to admit 'Yes, it is' when asked if it is a vanity, and there would be no point in answering 'No'. Or are you even trying to buy time by asking pointless questions?
"Gu......"
Oh, Queen Eskill is in a plush state.
People who talk to Eina often fall asleep, but are you okay with doing something to piss off Queen Eskill?
If it means losing calm, it seems to be working...
... I think it's this way that I'm buying some time, and yet watching the interaction that goes on, I accidentally ran a saggy feeling in the back of my head, and I almost accidentally raised my voice.
(Demon King)
... Oh, Kutl. I hadn't noticed at all because it was dark around and only had a few lights on the bonfire (Kabi), but it seemed like they had returned safely.
While Queen Eskil's consciousness was focused on Eina, I moved softly and sideways again to hide behind the pharmacist's shadow (thanks to him), and asked my sister to crouch into the wall, turning back and whispering to hear the report from Kutl...
23 April 427 Continental calendar
94.1% Continental Unity Progress at the moment (Owned by Parklen Mine - Owns the Great Forest Zone of the former Kingdom of Markham and the former Kingdom of Idra - Owns the Great Wetlands of the former Kingdom of Siddhar - Owns the Great Forest within the former Kingdom of Daphra - Full influence over the Kingdom of Parklen, which controls 98% of the continent - Secures land for orphans (Koji) in the eastern part of the former Kingdom of Siddhar)
The total number of emancipated elves 1.2 million 8330
Breakdown is in progress sequentially everywhere
100,483 orphans protected * achieved 99% of the total
Asset holdings 16.830.28 million
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Lynne (Elf's Archer and Chairman of the Ringnace Chamber of Commerce)
Linea (Class B Adventurer)
Lena (Elf's Textile Artisan)
Ceres (Elf's Woodworker)
Listella (Responsible for the implementation of the Elf Liberation Plan and Vice President of the Ringnace Chamber of Commerce)
Lucrea (Elf's Pharmacist)
Nina (next king candidate)
Eina (slave to King and protagonist of the Kingdom of Parklen)
Kutl (Fairy)
Shella (Enchanted Dragon)