Arnold has spoken of his alliance's desire for another country.

This is something I would never have thought of before.When Coyol the Snowland offered an alliance, Arnold returned, “Invasion is more relevant than joining hands.”

However, it is not the case now.

I'm glad that Leeche's heart is pounding.Meanwhile, Raul, who had listened to the previous story, spoke without hiding his confusion.

"... wait, that's a dream tale.Paper money? So you're going to run the country's economy? "

Raul, staring at Arnold, rises from Harriet's side.

"What the hell is the Crown Prince of Galkhain and the rest of you talking about?"There is no one who believes in the value of such things. "

Raul's words will be understood by Arnold.

On the contrary, Arnold must have been Raul's idea.I once denied this idea and didn't tell Oliver.

That's right.

Arnold affirmed Raul's words lightly.

"Is there anyone who can continue to believe in things that don't exist?"

His eyes were poured out towards Leeche, who stood next to him.

"---... that's what I was thinking at first."

With Leechee's eyes closed, Arnold narrowed his eyes slightly and continued in a soft voice.

"But, there are people in the world who truly fear the necromancers."

Leechee's cheeks burned with an unexpected spear tip.But if you look into his eyes, you will see that he is not a slut.

"Those who belong to the church truly believe in the existence of the goddess.... it doesn't matter whether it's real or not, it's because of the faith that is at the root of it. "

I had an idea about what Arnold was talking about.

Last night, I sat on the same bed as him, and Leechee told me about it.Leechee, who believes in ghosts, and the people of the Order, who believe in goddesses, said that they are unwavering.

There are certain things that do exist because there is no form.

For example, yesterday's Arnold was like a heart that wanted to show Leechee the sea.

"Currency is issued by the state.The reality of its value is secured not by the amount of money included, but by trust in the issuing country.Whether it's gold or banknotes, it doesn't change. "

(His Highness is right.Gold coins from other countries, even if they contain real gold, cannot be used on a daily basis)

The fact that it is the same as the paper, although it is very bold, does not change in essence.

“Gradual adjustments will be needed to gain credit for the notes.It's up to the state to do everything it can to gain credibility. ”

"... that's an unexpected answer." An unbearable royal family member complained to me, "Believe me"? "

"Trust in national government is not obtained by pleading.Whether it has responded to the people so far and whether it can create a mechanism that is worth believing in from now on is the only story. "

And Arnold looked down at Leechee again.

"... if you don't have enough trust in the country, you can borrow the name of an already trusted existence."Whether it's a goddess or not. "

"Your Highness Arnold. So, I'm asking for the help of the Krushade Order...?"

This is also a statement that Arnold would never have made if he had been Arnold the other day.

Arnold was disgusted with the Order.I never thought that he would "borrow the name of the Order".

"No matter how much new material we use, people will come out looking to fake it."I'm going to leave it to Theodore, who has connections with the undercover world, to monitor for suspicious activity. ”

"Ah, Lord Arnold...!"

Leechee gladly looked up at Arnold.

"I'm sure you'll be happy to cooperate."His Highness Theodor, the Aria Chamber of Commerce, the country of Coyol...... Professor Michelle, the Krushade Order! "

That's how I grabbed Arnold's sleeve.I want you to tell me how happy Leeche is.

“With His Highness Arnold's political skills and Sigwellian printing skills, it's never a 'dream tale'.- It's definitely feasible...! "

Arnold then turned his attention to Leechee and softened his expression a little.

"... because you were there, the story of your dreams becomes reality."These people are connected because you came to Galkhain. "

……

Leechee tilted her head and corrected Arnold's words.

No, Your Highness, Arnold.

"... what are you doing?"

"When I came to this country, it was His Highness Arnold who allowed me to freely negotiate with the Aryan Chamber of Commerce."

Under normal circumstances, Leechee, who is supposed to be a "hostage", would not tolerate such a meal.Arnold was able to do not just simple shopping, but also business with the Chamber of Commerce.

"I settled with my brother and forgave Dr. Michelle for planting gunpowder all over the city."Alliances in gold processing technology with Coyol and cooperation with the Krushade Order have been carried out by His Highness Arnold. "

Those are by no means the connections that Leechee made.It was made possible by Arnold's decision and involvement.

"Your Highness has previously been told that it is more appropriate to invade than to join hands with other countries..."

But it wasn't.

“This network was only forged by His Highness, Arnold, at His Highness's own choice.”

……

Arnold looked slightly surprised.

After that, I bowed my eyes like a smile.

"No. This is definitely connected by you."

……

Although it didn't drop much, Arnold seemed to be having fun somewhere, so Leechee snorted for the time being.

Meanwhile, Raul and Harriet remained dazed, staring at Leeche and Arnold.

"... you know, who are you really?"Even that Krushade sect is going to help Galkhain...? "

"Ahhh, I-I may not have caught up with all of them yet...!"But, but, Raul... "

Harriet put aside her breath and made a ready face.

"O... your father and oniisama may suddenly be surprised."But I want to convince you.Until now, Sigwell's country was Fabrania's saying, but it wasn't like that.... "

"... Harriet"

"If we were to work with another country, not Fabrania, we wouldn't be able to have them defend us unilaterally, as we have done so far."If we don't make solid progress with the technology of our own country, I'm sure..... "

I'm sure Harriet knows it's not going to be easy.

The voice is trembling after all.However, from Harriet's eyes, the color of fear disappeared.

"And... I've always been proud of the beauty of the books that Sigwell makes."If we can not only get help from others, but if we can build a relationship with other countries on an equal footing with what our own country prides itself on.... "

Your little hand is squeezing tightly.

"No matter how weak, even in small countries.... we want to change what we have in our country so that we can be proud of what we have. "

Raul crooked his eyebrows.

It is truly unusual for him to have such a look on his face.

"It's a beautiful thing, Harriet.It's not common to change the way a country is. ”

"But, but... I can't change anything unless I'm determined to change...!"

Raul glanced at Harriet's strong-willed words.

"... not at all"

After that, he pressed his forehead and sighed for a long, long sigh before saying:

"The hunter is disqualified."... a princess with such strong eyes, I don't feel confident to roar and run away

Listening to the words, Leechee was relieved from the bottom of her heart.

(...... I've never seen Raul's troubled expression in his life)

He always laughed lightly, hid his heart, and seemed to be lying to himself.

(But now I feel like I'm okay.)

Harriet, who couldn't protect herself in that life, is here without dyeing her hands for unwanted sins.

Raul, who risked his life to protect Harriet as a hunter, didn't die either.And it probably brings us closer to his true feelings.He took a breath and looked up at Arnold.

"I knew Lord Arnold was amazing."

I think so, and I laugh.

Arnold closed his eyes slightly, then raised his eyebrows slightly and said:

"... why do you look so happy just by looking at me?"

"Ah, uhh...!?"

Leechee was surprised and grabbed her cheeks with both hands.

"... were you doing it?" A happy face. "

"It was the same when I entered this church earlier."

I try to remember, but I don't remember much.I probably unconsciously loosened my expression.

(After all, Lord Arnold will take control of the church in no time!Even if I hadn't seen it, everyone would be excited about the swordsman......)

And are you done fighting with your husband and wife?

……

Leechee remembers when she was told.Speaking of which, we were in the middle of an important conjugal quarrel.

Hmm?

Leechee frantically rebutted her sarcastic smile.

"Well, not yet...!! I still have a lot to think about this!!"

I see. Then I'll pack it up again if you move without my knowledge and say, 'If I have to, I'll cut myself off'.

"Ugh...!"

It appears that Oliver, a servant, washed away and reported to Arnold.

Arnold grinned at Leechee as she almost held her head.

"Be prepared."

"... Your Highness, welcome!"

Leechee declared war with her gaze.

Then he rushes over to Harriet and holds her tight.Then, look after Raul in a very distant way.

Raul had a bad look on his face somewhere.

This must be Raul's true face.I could see that it was somehow very funny and just a little bit nostalgic.