Santairiku Eiyuuki

Then a week later, Erkür and Lunarier visited the Kingdom of Hayastan.

It's easy to get to and from Nova Remulia because you just travel by boat.

"Yeah, this is pretty good. The flavour is more intense than the honey I usually eat. But the aftertaste is refreshing, so it's not hard. Let me buy it next time."

Elkhur tells his thoughts as he paints the bread with honey from the Hayastan bee, prepared in the harbour town.

It was established that the honey of the Hayastan bee would henceforth be on the table at Palazzo Nova Remulia.

"Hayastan bees are offensive, so beekeeping is impossible. But he succeeded in beekeeping by multiplying Lemurian bees - bees commonly grown in beekeeping in the Lemurian Empire - with Farse bees - bees commonly grown in beekeeping in the Farse kingdom. That's the honey His Majesty is eating right now."

"I see. One thing that bothers me, by the way. How come you're not on the market much? I don't think it would be strange if the name were better known if this was so clearly different from normal honey?

"Mating made beekeeping comparatively easier, but it still doesn't change the hard part. Because I'm vulnerable to stress..."

"I see."

Beekeeping technology in this world is still immature...

To get honey, I had to destroy the hive once.

But if we do that, we won't be able to recover honey from the same bee.

This was the case with Hayastan bees, Lemurian bees and Fars bees alike.

"Well, if you introduce a nesting box, don't solve it"

"Hive? There's a hive..."

"It's not an old hive, it's a newly built hive. I made it for Lemurian bees, so I don't know if it will adapt to Hayatan bees."

That's what Elquille said, and made the servant bring the nest box.

And explain the structure to Renalier.

"Old nesting boxes are just closed spaces to let bees build nests. Literally, it was a box as it was. But not this guy."

Elquille opened the lid of the box and removed the wooden plate from the inside.

"This is the nest frame. It contains about eight sheets. This way you can easily remove it from the inside, so you can easily check the health of the bees"

Elquille handed the nest frame to Renalier.

"What's this hexagonal bump?

"That's the nest foundation. It is made of beeswax. It's like a trick to get bees to make honey. So, if you hang this guy on the centrifuge, you can just take honey out of the nest frame. If we put the nest frame back, we can collect honey again....... so. Well, you should ask the Lemurian beekeeper for more information. I'm not a professional."

The idea itself was given by Elquille, but in fact it was the scholars led by Hupatia and the Lemurian beekeepers who produced it.

In addition, this is only a nesting box for Lemurian bees...... I don't know if it will adapt to Hayastan bees.

Depending on the bee, the appropriate shape will vary.

"You come up with a lot."

"Well... Luna, is this a good specialty?

"And Hayastan grapes and Hayastan wheat..."

"If you had Hayastan on your head, you could make him think it was a specialty. Stop the maneuver. We know that the grapes and wheat of Hayastan are of the same species as Lemuria"

"Chi."

Renalier struck her tongue with a disgruntled face.

Now, let's talk about the industry in the Kingdom of Hayastan here.

First of all, it's the main industry in the Kingdom of Hayastan...

It is agriculture in one way or another. (In other words, there are no non-nomadic countries in this world, such as countries where agriculture is not a major industry)

Mainly grown are fruit trees such as grapes, wheat and barley.

And Renalier forced Elquille to get it, it is cotton.

These are exported to Lemuria or Fars, except that they are consumed domestically.

Until a while ago it was exported to Farth...

There is now also the effect of the change in alliance relations and the direct economic connection between Nova Lemuria and the economy by sea, most of which is now carried to Nova Lemuria.

Nova Remulia is a mass-consuming place, so the more you take it, the more you can sell it.

Most importantly, there are many competitors and they are in a competitive state, so it doesn't mean they can make a lot of money.

Next, livestock production.

Sheep and goats are grazed.

Most of this seems to be consumed domestically.

Mine resources are low in output, but there are a wide variety of gold, silver, copper, iron, etc.

Industry cannot be said to be very well developed, and iron products in particular rely on imports from Lemuria and Fars.

This is because during the time of the kingdom of Pharus, possession of more than a certain number of weapons and the manufacture of weapons were prohibited.

Commerce has developed relatively because of its relay trade with Lemuria, Fars, the countries of the North, nomadic countries, etc.

Most importantly, this can't be a major industry because it depends greatly on the international situation.

"Surely His Majesty is planning to stay in Hayastan for two weeks, isn't he?

"Oh. The last finish needs to go directly to the local area."

A large number of nobles have been dealt with in The Massacre of Elstadt, and ventilation in the Kingdom of Hayastan is very good.

A Tunda military system was also implemented to give the expropriated land to the peasants and instead impose military service...... The Kingdom of Hayastan's defense is also increasing and, at the same time, its support for Erkür is increasing.

The only concern was the revolt by the ministers of the solemn nobility...

As far as the minimal private soldiers held by the nobles are concerned, they either pay a certain retirement pension, or they pay the land to be the Tundan soldiers, and the civil servants were hired in by the Royal Government as bureaucrats, so far they have not led to a major insurgency.

Their nobility could not be said to have sworn allegiance to the king, but they themselves did not seem to have gained great loyalty from the minister.

What is karma?

Well, humans are creatures who follow humans who guarantee clothing, shelter and property, so it's natural.

From Nova Lemuria to Elstadt it won't take that long if we use the sea route, so until now we have skipped the reform directive from Nova Lemuria, Elquille...

At the end of the day he still seemed to want to make sure with his own eyes.

"Besides... I still wouldn't like a ruler who keeps flying directives from foreign countries. I plan to go to Hayastan regularly."

"I love it when Your Majesty is protecting Hayastan, so good luck"

Erkühl and Renalier then took a few days to get to Erstadt by carriage.

It is the great cheer of the citizens of Elstadt who waited for the two of them in Elstadt.

"" Hail, Your Majesty!!

"" Long live the Emperor!!

"" Glory be to the Kingdom of Hayastan and the Lemurian Empire!!

Elquille and Lunarier also had a bitter laugh at this.

"You're as welcoming as you think you are to your country. The Hayastanis seem a lot easier, though?

"Well, he's the same Mesian."

The kingdom of Hayastan has until now been ruled by the kingdom of Fars.

For this reason there is no resistance whatsoever with regard to being ruled.

Undominated times are more unusual to them.

Many Hayastanis, dissatisfied with the years of exploitation of the Fars kingdom and tired of the unchanged status quo, favoured Elkhur's rule.

So far Erkühl has not imposed heavy taxes, nor imposed particular religions, but has carried out utilities such as curative irrigation, road maintenance, and is a famous lord who, from the civilian population, solemnly redistributed wealth among the conspicuous nobles.

... Well, since the cost of the utility is a loan loaned by Erkühl to the Kingdom of Hayastan, they will eventually be refunded in taxes, but there were only a few that were aware of it.

"At this point, the Hayatans seem to be able to be flexible just by applying them regularly."

"I won't be"

"Even if you don't, it doesn't make sense if other Hayatans besides you are flattered."

"... you're right"

Renalier sighed.

Neither can Renalier hide his disdain from the lack of pride of his own people.

That's how entering Elstadt Castle, cooking is prepared for both of us.

No, for both of us...... is a mistake.

More precisely, because of Erkür and Renalier, and Frates III, the former king of Hayastan, and the aristocracy of the pro-Lemrians….

It was a dinner party to appeal internally and externally to the unity of Erkür and Renalier, the former King and the nobles, as well as a place for political discussion.

"This is the second time you dine with Your Majesty... Your Majesty."

"Right... Lord Frates" * There is no such title system as' Duke 'in the Kingdom of Hayastan, but for convenience we will use' Duke 'as a title.

Elquille and Frates III talk affectionately.

The Hayatan nobles see how it goes and observe that the former King Frates is still well impressed with Elkhur after his departure, and that Elkhur is also doing his due diligence.

Most of all, we both play to make the nobles think so.

"By the way... have you gained weight?

"Ha, have you noticed? No, it's embarrassing."

Nevertheless, as far as this appearance was concerned, it was clear that there was nothing untrained left in the throne of the king.

"How is it going with His Majesty the Lunarier and His Majesty the Emperor? I'd like to see my grandson's face as soon as possible."

"... Father, I'm feeling fast"

Frates III speaks to Renalier, who was sitting next to Elquille for a meal.

Now Renalier is more of a king... but there doesn't seem to be any significant change in parent-child relationships.

"Well, actually, I have something for both sires to drink."

Frates III called the servant and instructed him to bring the 'example bump'.

Soon the servant brought a pot with something in it.

"This is honey wine (mead). Surely His Majesty the Emperor is a specialty of our country, Hayastan Bee honey has already been eaten, hasn't it? It was processed into alcohol."

While Frates III explains it, the servants pour honey wine (mead) into the glass of Elquille and Lunarier.

"of that Hayatan bee...... that sounds like something you can expect to taste"

Erkühr carries the liquor into his mouth, as recommended.

The alcohol is not very strong and goes through my throat softly.

"Yeah...... I imagined the sweet taste, but the sweetness is understated and easy to drink. Those who aren't very good at booze are likely to be able to drink. Hey, Luna."

"... I've always liked this"

By the time Elquille had finished a drink, Renalier had already had a second drink.

Because of the booze you could drink, or because you're not strong on alcohol, Gubigubi and Lunarier keep the honey in their stomachs.

"Your Majesty, as a matter of fact... honey wine is very much preferred in our country by newlywed couples. Do you know why?

To Frates III's inquiry, Elquille thought for a while before…

"Because bees are prolific, are they?

"That's right, Your Grace! Thank you very much!! That's why my grandson would appreciate it."

Fun laughing Frattes III, bitter laughing Erkühl.

Ever since I left, it seems like a lot of fun.

Secondly, Elquille felt something leaning against her body.

Turning his gaze to the left hand side, Renalier was leaning against Elquille.

"Go ~"

'Cause you're weak and you drink.'

Elquille sighed.

Erkühr takes the liquor from Renalier.

"Oh, I'm still drinking..."

Taking up the liquor, Renalier deposited his entire weight in Elquille only in retribution.

Most importantly, Elkür, who works out his trunk well, is not even freaked out to this extent.

"This is... I look forward to my grandson"

"Well...... hope so"

Even then, the food is carried one after the other.

Erkühr picks dishes without a thousand times in his hand, drinks to the point of not getting drunk, and continues to chat with Frates III and the nobles.

Renalier is relaxed and asleep, leaving her body with Elquille.

Among other things...

One dish caught Elquille's eye.

That was just an easy dish with cheese and tomatoes on top of crackers and topped with herbs.

Regardless, Elquille is not surprised by this.

Elquille was surprised... because there was some sort of black thing on that cheese.

Elquille reaches for the dish and cheeks in one bite.

And a word.

"... this is caviar"

There was a hell of a specialty in the Kingdom of Hayastan.

Caviar.

It is a shark fish egg, famous for its three most delicacies in the world.

Its intense and sensual taste attracts many.

It is a luxury ingredient not to mention.

Until today, however, Elquille had never eaten caviar. (The man in his previous life had eaten, so he knew how it tasted)

It may be said that Nova Remulia is the centre of world trade and that there are no ingredients that do not gather.

But instead of Erkür never eating caviar...

I didn't even know Caviar existed in this world.

Until this time today.

"Come to think of it, you naturally have about caviar because there was coffee.... but Luna. Why didn't you tell me?

The next day, Erkühl questioned Renalier at his breakfast table.

After that dinner party, Renalier gets totally drunk...... "What's a caviar? Is it delicious?" I couldn't ask.

"I used to eat a lot for it... but I never heard it would be a specialty. Are you famous in Nova Lemuria?

"... no, we're not even in circulation in the first place. I see. Is it too rare?"

Because of its high rarity, its presence was not known abroad in the first place.

On the other hand, the royalty and nobility of Hayastan are regularly given by fishermen… and could be spoken of frequently.

For this reason caviar is not that rare for Renalier, and for foreigners like Erkühl, I don't even know it exists in the first place because it is too rare...

What a strange situation.

"Caviar, could it be awesome?

"As far as I can tell, we can only pick them in the Kingdom of Hayastan. If the very existence is known, demand should increase at once."

The problem is I'm worried about random seizures.

After a strict ban on clandestine fishing, catches will need to be managed by the government.

"Well, good for you anyway. You can't beat any country. It's a specialty, right?

"... could this bread not also be an awesome specialty?

"That's normal bread."