Episode 275
The next day we met with all the Tamonin appraisers.
All of them are men in hunting clothes, about 20 people in total. The areas in charge are determined, and it seems that several people usually hold small meetings.
Everyone is here today to listen to me.
I began to explain my greetings, "Why do I want rice seeds?"
"Wheat is the main cereal in Mylardia, but wheat is not as harvestable as rice."
This is a sale from the king. Maybe something similar in this world.
The graders seemed interested in my story, eagerly nodding and waiting to continue.
I continued to explain, despite being a little nervous.
"Rice requires a warm climate, plenty of water, and a lot of manpower, but it can feed more people than wheat and millet in the same area."
In the case of Miraraldia, rice cultivation is by far the southernmost advantage.
Although the population has been restrained by the cold treatment from the Senate, it will likely change as rice grows rich.
And unlike wheat etc., rice cultivation is very efficient when inputting materials and labor. The more time you take, the more harvest you get.
Rice is a highly promising crop as the world's agricultural technology is still developing.
"And rice is excellent in processing and preservation. Wheat can only be eaten by flour, but rice can be eaten only by threshing."
Milling and sieving all of the harvested grains is a much more tedious task than we think.
Rice is well preserved and relatively easy to mill and cook.
The appraisers seem a little glad to be praised for their main grain.
"I see, there's such a difference ... I didn't think so much."
"Rice, which is usually eaten casually, is suddenly becoming proud."
That's right.
The inside of your heart is as if you pick it up.
But that's not all.
Although this is confidential, rice is prone to various mutations, and it is easy to remove and fix it. ... said the King.
In other words, breeding is easy.
There are many things that could be useful, such as the gene for red rice, which is resistant to cold and animal damage.
Hopefully enough harvests can be expected in northern Miraraldia. I hope the gap between the southern and northern regions has been closed by that time.
The specific method of cultivation and breeding is described in the technical book left by Mr. King, so I will refer to this.
From ballistics to rice cultivation, the King is really familiar with everything.
I can do more if I know this much, but it is inferior.
I'm a reincarnated person, so I have to do a little more.
By the way, wheat is also a very good grain, but it has different soil and climate preferences. Relying on a single grain is a bad blow, but growing both rice and wheat can reduce the risk.
So if you can choose between them according to the land, Miraraldia's food production will be much more stable.
I talked about that too.
The appraiser nods several times and keeps an eye on each other. It is somewhat Japanese that there are many such silent eye contacts.
Milardians won't understand, but of course I know the atmosphere. This feels good.
One of the appraisers then spoke on behalf of the audience.
"I'm a member of the Inada family, who is in charge of agricultural administration.
"I'm afraid"
More than half are sold by the former king.
However, the evaluator who claims to be Inada continues with an impressive tone.
"It's really wonderful. It's been well studied. Is Mr. Weid also in charge of agricultural administration?"
"No. I'm just a deputy, a Deputy Army and a military officer on the Council."
My specialty seems to be military and diplomacy.
Both are like amateurs, so every day is a series of cold sweats.
Then Inada nods further.
"While being a warrior, you have such a deep understanding of farming. I was impressed."
I know it's flattering, but I'm glad if I still get praised.
Inada will keep an eye on the other graders before telling me.
"I understand the national situation and policies of Miraraldia. If you want to pay a fee, I will give you seed rice. I will tell you about the cultivation method thoroughly."
"Thank you"
Maybe it's going to be pretty sprinkling, so we have to make good use of exchange terms and so on and work hard on bargaining.
I'm also doing wheat cultivation in the country of Wa, so I'm going to offer wheat cultivation techniques and seed supply. Let's talk about millet.
Millet is a poor image, but it can work well in climates and soils where rice and wheat are difficult to grow. They prefer different qualities. It is rich in nutrition and excellent as food.
The country of Wa is small in land surrounded by deserts and the sea, but the more types of grains, the more arable land.
Not a bad deal.
For the time being, the most important negotiations have been settled, so we will also consult about trade and technology exchange.
For example, the country of Wa wanted shipbuilding technology. This is an important technology needed for national defense and shipping. But apparently, it doesn't seem very detailed.
On the other hand, the southern Mirardias who have crossed the southern Shizuumi have excellent shipbuilding techniques and navigation techniques. Technical cooperation is acceptable as long as you do not lose military advantage.
The agenda is to create a town of Mirardia in Naguie and a town of Wa in Lozzo. This is a consultation once brought home.
There were many other talks, and we forgot lunch and put together various negotiations.
Of course, formal negotiations and signing are still ahead, but I'm grateful to have been able to say, "I'd like to do this," "Like, let's do it!"
Over time, the table is brought in and we have a late lunch together.
"Waiting, thank you for your time today, so let's take a tour of Tamon-in after a meal.
Tokitaka says, Fumino bows.
"Yes, just as I tell you. Is it all right?"
"of course"
This is not a place where Gentiles can walk around on their own. If you can show me, of course, let me show you everything.
One of the appraisers then suddenly bowed.
"Weid is good at using chopsticks."
"Hmm?
I laughed, but I was sweating cold.
I am using the chopsticks on the table now. I was careless.
Though I had a spoon for me as a Miralarian, I squeezed the bowl with chopsticks.
I have to make an excuse.
I stopped picking the mackerel miso soup and lightly bow my head.
"Because of visiting the country of Wa, I have learned a few ways to avoid rudeness at the dinner.
I think that it can be repaired like this.
The appraisers looked up, but immediately responded with a smile.
"This is what we care about, and we really appreciate it."
"Veit is the Ikutousen warrior and the best cultural person of the day."
A bland compliment falls like rain.
For the time being, he seemed to be cheating.
But somehow, I feel suspicious.
I swiftly ate the mackerel in miso, flattened the white rice with miso soup and pickled turnips, and started up slowly.
It was a bit unsatisfactory because it was too light for the werewolf's body, but it still tasted nostalgic.
"Now, let's visit Tamonin a little. I'm sorry. Say, Humino."
"Oh yes, here."
I left the room with a smile, despite being intimidated.