Reincarnated as a Villager ~ Strongest Slow-life

The next day, the representative moved faster than I expected, and an errand boy came in the morning.

The next day, the representative moved faster than expected. Mr. Madrio would like to talk to you.

So we headed for the town hall, taking only Ms. Mita with us.

The town hall was located in the center of the town and looked more like a prison than a town hall.　It looked more like a prison than a town hall.

"Was it a fort before?

I asked the man who was guiding us.

Yes. Yes, I heard it was, but I don't know the details because it was a long time ago.

Wow. So it was a town with a lot of history. Was there a battle in the past?　No, we'll explore the history later. We need to focus on this for now.

"...... is a solid .......

There's no sign of decay for a place with so much history, and I wouldn't doubt that it was built decades ago.

It's enchanted. It's just that it seems to be breaking down.

I can't feel it, but that makes sense. I can't feel it, but it makes sense. The southern continent has developed magic. It's a different matter if it's widespread.

"Magical light.

There are magic lights set up at even intervals in the passageway. You can see your feet well enough. Is this magic widespread?

I was led to a large room with about a dozen older men in it.

The room was covered with a carpet, as if there were no chairs in the culture.

It looks like ...... India. .......

I have no knowledge of India, but judging by my thin knowledge, I feel that it is India-like.

It's nice to meet you. I'm the head of the Zelfing Trading Company and my name is Vibelfak Finney. I don't know the etiquette here, so please forgive me if I am rude.

As a preemptive punch, I introduced myself and greeted him.

"Greetings are appreciated. Please have a seat.

So he's treating me as a guest. Apparently, he's not an idiot.

I took off my shoes, climbed up on the carpet, and sat down on my knees like everyone else.

He took off his shoes and sat down on the carpet.

Shagra?　You mean shagging?　

No, no. No. On our continent, we sit on chairs. We don't sit like this.

That's very dignified of you.

The Zelfing Trading Company does business with many different species, so we are used to adapting to their needs.

He seems to be assessing me.

Have a cup of tea.

The young woman put down a teacup-like piece of pottery.

A metal teapot?　earthenware kettle?　She poured a brown liquid into the bowl.

It's a tea called Loblolly. It's a common tea that's been drunk for hundreds of years.

Reiko told me.

Are you sure you want to drink this?

Yes. If it doesn't suit your palate, don't be afraid.

If it doesn't suit your palate, don't be afraid to drink it.

It's ...... sweet.

Not the sweetness of sugar, but the sweetness of fruit.

Didn't it suit your taste buds?

No, no, it was so good I was surprised.

The Balgur tea in Halmeran (the free trade city where the Black Tan disease was found) was delicious, but this one was no less so. I'd love to buy it.

I'd love to stock it. I'd love to stock it. It has a taste that can be accepted on this continent.

If it's commonly drunk, it means it's commonly distributed. It won't be hard to buy.

I drank it all and got a refill.

I hope you like it. I can get you some if you want.

I looked again at the man who was serving me.

The fact that he was standing next to the representative meant that he must be of a certain rank. I don't feel like a merchant, so maybe he's a party official?

Yes. Yes, by all means, please. I'd be happy to pay you a visit.

Merchants are all the same, aren't they?

Merchants operate on profit and loss. It doesn't matter what country or race you come from, as long as it benefits you.

Well, I'm a bit of a merchant, but I've never forgotten profit and loss.

Is there any profit in this town?

You're not a merchant, after all, so you're straight to the point. I'm glad to hear it.

Of course there are benefits.

As a merchant, showing weakness is a demerit. But I don't have that much time to waste. I'm going to be straightforward with you.

I'd like your permission to use the unoccupied land outside the town. Of course, we'll pay you for the use.

He pulled out two gold bars from his infinity bag and placed them on the carpet.

If you want, we can pay you in food.

The man looked at the representative and they looked at each other and nodded. Telepathy?

What do you need the land for?

"If you look outside, you'll see what I mean.

The men looked at each other, not understanding each other's meaning.

The man who was talking to me stood up and went to the window.

"What?

I shouted in surprise.

The other guys got up and went to the window, and were equally surprised.

"What the hell is that?

"It's a flying ship, owned by our trading company.

He smiled at the men looking at him.