Din no Monshou

The Union is ruled by eighteen merchant kings.

Because there are eighteen major cities that have developed since the founding of the country.

For example, Millianport, the ruling capital of the Royalist Nash.

For example, Windus, a sub-capital ruled by the chief of the pro-Imperial faction.

And likewise, ruled by leading pro-Imperialists, here - the hot spring city of Salaman.

A merchant king is the ruler of a city whose most powerful merchants are named.

A system in which strong merchants are constantly developing the city.

Currently, there are still ten households where the merchant king retained his power at the time of his founding.

In seven cities, the power map has changed over the course of 500 years, and the king of merchants has changed.

And around six of them becoming pro-Imperialists,

Let us see that merchants to the Empire are a relatively emerging force.

The merchant situation is complicated and strange - that is.

We were walking around a city full of people right now.

There was a place of detention, but it broke through with the wind magic of Walkins.

Do not let the pro-Imperialists understand that we are here.

That's why we're trying to keep it out of sight in the city.

"Sounds like you didn't have to."

The city was more vibrant than I thought.

I guess travellers are visiting from all parts of the Union.

Some of them wore badges that seemed to belong to the Holy Nation.

How far away from home.

Apparently, this city is a famous spot on the Mustang Mountain.

"You don't get suspicious for walking normally.

Commercial city is where people from all kinds of jobs come together. "

"But anywhere you look, you're only human."

There are plenty of people with different residences and nationalities, but not even elves or dwarves.

The Union is basic, welcoming to humans in any country, except for other races.

Sure enough, some merchant kings say they do business with Dwarf mines.

Is it forbidden to enter the Union?

Strange story.

Out on a wide road, Bud stopped.

And slowly speak to me and Walkins.

"Watch out for guys in purple magic clothes. That's the Dragon Killer."

If you look, three magicians were walking in from the front.

It is distracting from killing and is clearly floating amongst tourist destinations.

I checked the magic vegetables correctly, but they were quite thick.

More than a magician from the kingdom and a college graduate, his practice may be superior.

I thought it was something I analyzed well, but Walkins next door shrugged lightly.

"Earlier magicians, you seem to have a scratch on your hands and feet from the way you walk.

A patrol must be coming to Yuji. "

"... maybe he was seriously injured fighting the dragoon"

That's what I commented, but I was at war on the inside.

Often with a flash of vision, that's all you can spot.

As the magicians turned the corner, Bud sighed troublesome odors.

"... you're going to bowl in with the dragon killer when you stay at the general hot spring inn"

"Does that mean you're going to be staying bareback?

It's a shame you don't come to Hot Springs and soak yourself in water.

Sometimes it's hard to get tired when it's a cheap inn.

As he was dropping his shoulders, Bud said to his surprise.

"What are you talking about? You're staying at the finest inn. I was going to do that from the beginning."

"... Huh?

"There's a spa inn that merchants use, even if it's legal and illegal.

The dark millionaires are staying behind, so you can't pry at all. "

Ho... is there such a wonderful inn?

Maybe it's a hidden inn because it's not even on the map.

I see this is an impossible method without a land survey around here.

Bud looks reliable.

"There's a resting place nearby with beautiful places to gather... Kuku, I'm looking forward to it"

The reason was the extremes of the lower house.

I'm suspicious of the way you call it a rest stop again.

That's it, like a room that takes 50,000 or something in two hours.

Sure, there's always one near Hot Springs... but I'm on a mission.

When he turned a cold eye, Bud began to grieve.

"What are those eyes? If you have any complaints, you can stay at Cheap Lodging only in Temehe."

I didn't say anything.

"It's better to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city,

I think I'd rather have an inn recommended by Lord Bud. "

Right.

I've been walking around for a while now, so I want to rest my feathers.

As Bud suggested, we decided to go for a luxury inn.

Turn the crossroads and enter a different avenue.

After a short walk, he came to the neighborhood where a large spa inn lined up.

Only aristocrats and wealthy merchants walk around.

Occasionally some figures were like fierce knights.

Looks like only higher-ranking hierarchies are available.

The wrong people are pouring their gaze on us.

Walking in here, I guess it just floats.

Whatever I am in aristocratic clothing, though qualitative, Bud is obviously not in catagi attire.

I was afraid to stand out.

Passengers cut their gaze as if nothing had happened when they saw Walkins.

"You were right to wear your servant's costume."

"Oh. Thanks to Temehe, you seem to think you're a wealthy person"

Bud nodded honestly too.

Much less suspicious as Walkins accompanies him in made-up clothing.

Good job, Walkins.

"From around - I'm the servant, Master Bud is the escort, and Master Regis should look like a nobleman."

I wonder if there are any nobles who can take such a suspicious escort, but it's nothing strange.

You can think of Durf as taking Stalin.

They were pretty suspicious looking, too.

"I just turned the corner there.

Don't be so dodgy because you're big. "

As Bud indicated, turn left onto Boulevard.

Then there was the Hot Springs Inn, which made history feel.

The gatekeeper is like a noble mansion.

The main building, visible beyond it, continued endlessly to the back.

Hot air rising slightly from the premises doubles the format height.

"Wow..."

I accidentally stopped in front of the gate.

But Bud's putting me down and trying to get past the gate.

"Oh, man. Isn't it here?"

"That's the second inn in this city. The best is this way."

Seeing it, there was an even bigger gate behind the street.

Two stone statues, symbolic of what the king of merchants built, are installed.

The luxurious decorations coloured the whole place, and it was more luxurious than the inn I had just seen.

"We're just going in. My legs are stuck."

Bud walked into the No. 1 Inn earlier.

After that, I speak to Walkins.

"Have you ever been to Hot Springs?

"Yes, several times 500 years ago"

"Well, five centuries ago..."

Don't cry.

Speaking of which, wasn't Yuji very popular in the kingdom?

If we don't get to the northeast, we don't have volcanic hot springs.

It is rare for nobles to deliberately take to the border.

Well, then shall we indulge in the first hot spring in a long time?

The moment I thought I was going through the gate...

"Hey! What are you talking about!

I heard Bud's anger coming from the back.

When I rushed to wonder what was going on, Bud hung on a man like the master of the Onsen Inn.

He complains as he looks at the information sheet.

"I don't have a room, huh? You're so free!

"Ho, I'm renting it out from today to a few days.

I'm sorry, but I don't want to use the public. "

Rent out......?

Is someone renting the hot spring inn itself entirely, not private water or anything?

Is that happening?

Leaning his neck, Bud leaks discontent.

"I lent you one, who's coming?

"I can't tell you"

"- The Imperial court knight came to visit, and you take that attitude, don't you?

Bud shows me with his thumb.

As soon as I heard that, my husband shook his body with a vicun.

Right, did you use it to be a city where the pro-Imperialists are profiting in width?

My husband suddenly got weak because I was wearing aristocratic clothes.

Regardless of the authenticity, I guess I thought about the risks when they were real.

My husband is obviously a werewolf.

"Can you keep it a secret...?

"What's that word? You don't think the Imperial Knight is the unsuccessful one to divulge secrets?

Bud favors Doss to encourage him to continue.

Then my husband sighed and whispered.

"As a matter of fact, Mr. Zanakov is here for you."

"Ho... Master Zanakov did. Well, you're a good customer."

Bud smiled niggardly.

I recall the information on the Merchant King that I had been researching in advance.

Zanakov Silver Zeppeln.

Here, he is the king of merchants ruling the land of the hot spring city of Salaman.

They're taking over the seat of the king of merchants that their ancestors took away and expanding their forces.

He is a merchant king who made the Great Spirit Salamandil an urban god and enacted strict laws in accordance with the doctrine of the Spirit faith.

For example, a civil one that said 'compulsory monogamy' and 'prohibition of infidelity'.

Or even administrative ones such as' transparency in collecting taxes'.

as long as it does not conflict with the laws of the Grand Yuan known as the "Union Statute,"

In each of the King's cities, you're free to set the rules.

In that context, Zanakov aims for thorough golden vein transparency and abstinence.

So you think it's also very popular with people and merchants?

"By the way, is it Zanakov's intention not to let other guests in?

"It is my discretion. I want the king of merchants to relax..."

Bud's gaze plays a part in the blur of lies.

From the tremors and behavior of my voice, obviously my husband's story is a lie.

It would be Zanakov's own who asked for the payment.

And here Bud shrugs his shoulders.

"Well no.

Just for the record, Mr. Zanakov is kind with our country. I'm not going wild. "

That's what I said, Bud turned his back.

You're totally an Imperial Knight squire.

It's a lot of acting.

It is a craftsmanship that I cannot do with radish actors.

As I tried to leave, the innkeeper poured a dark glance on me.

"Dear Knight... please don't say anything else"

"Naturally. Besides, it's not like the Merchant King knew where to go."

I behaved like I wasn't interested.

I don't know what the Imperial court knightly behavior is like.

You should have stretched your spine by imitating a kingdom knight walking in the king's capital.

It's easy.

Remember Miley's gait.

A good walk would seep through the knighthood.

Walk like a magnificent ballerina.

That's how I got used to walking.

At the entrance to the main building, it followed with great vigour.

Gah, and a floating sensation comes along with a desperate sound.

"-Dobuuuuuuuuuu!

He slipped out of his face with an unexpected oddity.

It's just a luxury inn, with hard stone floors down there.

Friction is not common either.

"So, are you okay, Master Regis!

"... walking like a fool."

Worry and fright come down at the same time.

I'm dying to be a mommie. I...

I decided to walk down the road like myself.

◆ ◆ ◆

We are now relaxing in a room at the Onsen Inn.

It was impossible for the merchant king Zanakov to visit, so he decided to rest in the inn next door.

Suite room utilizing rustic wood material.

Tea treats are set up and I feel heavy hospitality.

You liked the coziness, Walkins made a big stretch.

"Again, this inn is wonderful,"

"Hot springs fall in character, though. It's no different than being top notch."

Indeed.

Rather, I prefer this one to the other.

I'm really happy with the calm interior.

Walkins asked as he was tired of the journey.

"May I have a hot tub first?"

"Sure. You should soak it up slowly."

No need for confirmation.

Enjoy yourselves.

I rinse my tea and reply like a bodhisattva.

Walkins crouched beside me.

The aroma of vanilla ice cream tickling the nasal cavity

It brings me peace without any more.

And here's where Walkins has whispered.

"- Master Regis, would you like to come in with me?

".................. BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

luscious and shocking solicitation.

I blew out a cup of tea.

Then Bud sitting in my front screams.

"Ahhh, it's feverish -!

Hey, Regis! What the fuck!

Apparently, he shot it straight from the neck to the chest area.

He hastily wipes tea with a towel.

I managed to hold down my coughing trachea.

"Shh, sorry... force majeure"

Neighbor Walkins is nicotine without being evil.

When she glanced at her with her jitty eyes, she snapped her neck like a little bird.

Damn, teasing habits are the same.

"You... you said on the entrance that it was separate for men and women.

There's a mixed bath, but the time now is cleaning up. "

"That, was it? I forgot."

Walkins puts his hand on his head and embarrasses himself.

I don't know if you've forgotten.

Sigh, make her stand up.

Then Walkins called out for fun.

"So, Master Bud. Lady Regis, please."

"... heck"

Bud carelessly raised one hand and accepted.

Walkins gently steps toward the bathroom.

The inn here seems to have separate water for men and women and mixed bath water, both.

Looks like Walkins headed for the women's bath.

As I'm dropping that back off, Bud's behavior catches my eye.

He was removing the black cube from the hoodie coat hem.

And polishing that suspicious bump carefully with fabric.

"What are you doing, Bud?"

"Here comes the opportunity. I take care of my magic equipment."

Bud answers by dropping his gaze on something like a box.

But now you hear words that you don't listen to.

"What... magic equipment? Do you have that?"

Magic fixtures are not meant to be that easy to get.

A treasure whose magic beyond intelligence has created a complex structure.

weapons and tools that have been exposed to the magic vegetation of the labyrinth for hundreds of years,

It undergoes sudden transformation - that's the magic equipment.

A mysterious weapon that doesn't even match huge amounts of gold.

Even wealthy aristocrats and knights are delicacies that are difficult to obtain.

I peek through my shoulders because I'm interested.

Then I find what's on the side of the box.

That was something with chills running down my spine.

"You... this seal"

"Oh, it's from the Radius family"

That's right.

In a silvered circle, an upside down red sickle crossed the mark.

Without a doubt, one of the three Wang Du houses - the seal of the Radius family.

"Why you?

…………

Bud nagging to ignore.

But I'm not pulling back here either.

"Tell me. You don't think it's the rest of the Radius family, do you?

I know you belong to a secret organization that eliminates assassins - the Dawn and Darkness Scandal.

But his own past and qualities are still unknown.

Turning to his alarmed gaze, Bud sighed.

Have you ever heard of "…" The Legacy of Radius ”?

"No, you don't."

If taken in the same sense, it would mean a treasure left behind by the Radius family.

I hear nothing but hardware came out of the destroyed Radius family.

Are you talking about that gold and silver treasure?

Asking about this, Bud has been bassari truncated as "misguided".

He scratches his cheeks and checks.

"Temehe, you know the origin of the Radius family in the first place?

"Uh... the inventor of the magic appliance, who was the best friend of the first king, built the house when the kingdom was founded."

An inventor who was a comrade of the first king Salia - the first Radius.

I hear that the man created the Radius family at the end of the Evil God War, and at the inauguration of the kingdom.

But Bud shook his head at my explanation.

"That's only an ostensible fact"

"What do you mean?

"The inventors who fought with the first king didn't make the Radius family.

He was a bigot, and he wasn't interested in power. "

Hmm...?

An inventor called the so-called first generation radius should have existed.

Yet you mean the man hasn't become the head of the Radius family?

"So what do I know about the Radius family...?

"The inventor's 'brother' built the house on his own with a spill.

"If your brother won't be a nobleman, I will! 'What?"

"Inventor's - brother?

It was a shocking story.

I heard that each of the three Wang Capital families was a house started by three of the best friends of the first king.

Only the Radius family seems to be the exception.

Bud looks fed up and looks through the stamp engraved on the box.

"Yes. An incompetent brother who sucked sweet juice from his genius brother and won power.

The blood of Radius, now known as the Three Kings of the Capital, begins with the man. "

In that case, only the Radius family floats from the other three Kingdoms.

The first principals must have seen the founder of the Radius family and thought, "Who is this guy..."

Bud carefully polishes the bottom of the box, while exposing the darkness of the Radius family.

"So, the inventor, cursed during the Evil God War, immersed himself shortly after the founding of the kingdom.

My brother aimed to increase his influence and cover up his death.

I eventually tried to make it something that didn't even exist. "

"I see... that's why you're not out of touch"

It would be better if you decided that the famous family that the best friend of the first king was interested in.

But do we do that much to fix it?

I can't believe you're hiding my brother's death.

Didn't Salia, the first king, say anything?

... Oh well.

Sarya died soon after the curse of the evil gods, too.

It's unfortunate.

Here, Bud pulled me back in the direction of my question.

"The inventor - the true first generation of Radius - fell ill during the study.

After that, a lot of finished products and blueprints disappeared from the lab. "

"Disappear?"

"You even stole it.

Apparently, the Radias family later became bloody eyed and searched for it.

Except for the flaming steel car, all I had to do was find blueprints. "

Oh, my God.

Wasn't the technology and blueprints that the Radius family had all of the first Radius?

Some blueprints were recovered by the royal family after crushing them, he said.

They were all things that couldn't be made with their current technical skills.

"No way, could it have traveled to another country"

"Oh. There was a case of nobility sneaking in possession.

But the magic apparatus invented by the first generation of Radius rocks even the country if it is made.

Most of you keep it a secret. "

I see...... I'm convinced I'm looking at a flaming steel car.

Because as long as we can secure materials and personnel, it is a weapon that one nobleman can make alone.

But listen to Bud for further shock.

"The flaming steel car, it seems, was the head of the failure.

The Radius family connected us to retrieve the blueprints that had been torn away. "

"Are you serious..."

Was it black history in the first generation of radius?

Then when it comes to the technology and blueprints that I really made... it's just horrible to think about.

I heard you were an unprecedented inventor, but I didn't know that was it.

"Forbidden magic equipment and technology left behind by the first Radius.

That's the legacy of Radius. "

So close, Bud sighed.

I see, if it is abused, the national situation will also fluctuate.

That's a lot of artifacts.

"So, Bud is collecting it?

"Oh, the trick in the tunnel, burying the owner in the dark."

"For what?

This was the thing that bothered me the most.

Honestly, I can't believe the eggs of the weapons left behind by the first Radius.

I think it's a far cry from him serving the kingdom's organization against assassins.

But the moment he asked, Bud stifled his mouth.

Cover your eyes with a hood and bite your teeth off tight.

And...

"... don't go down, I promise"

Just a word.

Answering that, he pressed silence.

Promise.

Is that why you run Bud to reclaim your estate?

When Bud exhaled heavily, he had proclaimed to stab the nail.

"I didn't even let Rim hear this. Forget everything I just told you."

"Oh, okay"

Bud's gaze at that time was as sharp as shooting.

"If you speak out, you will be escorted, but you will not allow it."

Seems like that's what I'm telling you.

I pointed to the magic fixture he was keeping to change the direction of the conversation.

"So, is that cube one of Radius's legacies?

"Oops. Serial number 071.

Its name is "The Projector, a Vegetarian Film Machine".

If you pour in the magic vegetables, the colored liquid will gush.

It's a substitute for photographing the sight in front of you on paper. "

In short... is that like a camera?

Even with magic, the projection is impossible.

With this magic device, can you take pictures and videos?

What technical skill.

Was the first Radius making something like this 500 years ago?

"Use this guy to gain an advantage in the power struggle.

I don't know the accuracy of the magic equipment that Radius made. None of the nobles.

If you take a photograph of the scene of the fraud, you'll be able to push it into a broken leg in one shot. "

After all, is the usage the same as what I know?

Shooting the scene will be the strongest evidence.

According to the story, at the request of the first Holtros, it was made by the first Radius.

Maybe, "Can't you make an article that can hold off the other person's wrongdoing?" I guess I even had a light consultation.

Even though we're best friends, it's the awesomeness of the first generation of radius that we invent with it.

"There are other uses for this guy.

Well, I'm the winning brat, so let me use it as I please. "

Bud had an inclusive grin.

Ho, I think maybe the way you use it is what I'm best at.

Hot Springs...... Baths...... and Movie Machines.

Definitely.

I'm sensitive to similar smells.

Bud looked strangely upbeat and raised his hips.

"Well, then I guess it's time to go too..."

Wait a minute. No.

I grabbed his belt and forced him to sit down.

Through the mask, I glance at Bud's eyes.

"What are you going to shoot with that camera?

"I have confidence in secrecy. I'll steal it."

I jerked off.

I made a grand declaration without deception, this man.

The next moment, I kicked the floor with all my strength.

"Let me do that!

I grabbed Bud's face and rolled out an iron claw.

Bud groans if the mask that hits his face hurts.

"And, Temehe......! What the hell... Ouch, come on, then!

"You thieving demon! Envy... tease me!

"It doesn't look like Temeh is in trouble, either!

They poke at the stars, and only for a moment they get lost.

But I don't sell my soul to evil whispers.

I immediately regained my mind.

"Shut up! I'll keep Walkins at peace!

Take the heavens. Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa!

"Whoa, whoa, whoa!

I can put all my strength into my fingers.

The makeup and mask made an awesome noise.

My fingers lift up my bones, too.

But is it okay?

This guy's stupidity stops here and now.

Asking about my resolve, Bud yelled at me like he said he was out of his mind.

"You're telling me that woman is not my taste!

I told you my preference!? You're a more mature adult overall!

"Like Limris?

"Oh, yeah. - I'll kill you."

"Us, Swimmersen"

Bud's voice was a jokeless killer.

Loosen your powers.

But the word now.

I've switched to an immediate threat, but you saw an unconscious rush.

Interesting one.

Bud exhaled heavily as he undone the mask that was about to slip away.

"Damn... that's a misunderstanding.

I don't like kids. I'm determined to be a woman my age, except for Rim. "

I didn't know you would bother to deny it until you named it.

That desperation reminds me of the old me.

Well, there's already a woman that Bud admires on the inside.

It's my complete defeat at the point that I have a beautiful childhood friend.

I envy you...

Bud slapped on the hem of his hoodie coat and said it solemnly.

"What we're going to start with is serious work. I'm not playing."

"Really?

"Oh, if you suck, you could die."

Does that mean dying socially?

Does the lack of interest in Walkins mean I'm going on an expedition to another inn?

He's a good one.

I'm not willing to take that risk or effort for a peek.

To me shrugging my shoulders, Bud has expressed his determination in a strange tone.

"- I'm going to go to the bathing area in Zanakov."

Moments.

I acted fast.

Distance from the Bud at the speed of light.

Look at me like that, Bud's turning a strange eye.

"... what?

No, please, don't look at me.

I'm sorry, but I don't care about you.

I don't mean it.

None of them have a micron of dust mustard.

If you want to go, go alone.

You figured out what my dong pull meant, and Bud yelled at me in disgust.

"Are you stupid, Temehe!

Noblemen are going out of their way to rent out hot springs. You know what you're gonna do in there. "

"No way......"

Strict merchant king, do not be fooled by the rumor that

For example, yes.

Replace this with a desperate nobleman.

You know, monopolizing the bathroom all by yourself and getting rid of the other eyes...

"Are you playing with a woman on a hot smoke?

"Exactly. I'm also looking into Xanakov's humanity.

If you don't have eyes, you can dissipate all your beasts. "

Speaking of which, there was an arrogant resting place around here for the wealthy.

I see, the story connected.

Was that also the reason why I purposefully set up a shop near the Onsen Inn?

"It would be fine if the powerful became the woman to hire.

I'm gonna shoot you right with this guy. I look forward to looking back later. "

Bud shook his throat and laughed.

The guessness looks oddly brilliant.

That's because it matches the suspicion of your outfit.

I respond to Bud in a heartbeat.

"La, do you use the legacy of the Radius family that way..."

"The first generation of Radius will be looking forward to it."

Is that why?

I'm sure we'll get out of here.

I can see how furious I get when I see a magic fixture with a beauty as the subject.

"Ball-like skin, sweat dripping on hot smoke -

Gotta move here... I'm not gonna be me "

Bud holds his head and tells him seriously.

You're going to get rid of everything as it is and disappear, and women are going to tell you.

If Limris was here, I'd have stopped him here.

"That's why I'm going. What are you gonna do?

"... Huh?

Here, Bud's checking with me.

Speaking of which, did Walkins ask for a personal escort?

Drop Bud off, temporarily, but I'll be alone.

There won't be any raiders after that gap......

It is true that the risk increases at times.

"Well, you don't have to.

Noblemen don't hang out with peeps of bastards. "

Hilarious and waving, Bud getting up.

Apparently we're going to storm for real.

I guess you expect me to drop you off.

But - that was sweet.

You misread my instincts (power).

It's sad.

"Well, I'm going to paradise by myself."

I stand up immediately.

And I slapped Bud on the shoulder vigorously.

"Oh, my God, don't stop me."

Bud tilted his neck like a pain in the ass.

Turning to him like that, I ask him in a serious tone.

"Think about it, Bud. This is not a peek."

"Ho?

Bud has looked down with interest.

Towards him like that, I strike out a big name.

"- An enemy inspection of the Merchant King to the Empire.

What I saw in the process, what I pictured, is often force majeure. Nothing to worry about. "

"Ho............"

Besides, it's against Walkins' assumption that I'll be left alone.

It would be safer to still accompany Bud.

Bud opened the door leading outside and turned to me.

"So, what do we do in the end?

"It's settled."

I didn't say anything, I offered my right hand.

When we met in Wang Du - shake hands that were abruptly rejected.

But Bud is different now.

…………

Silently, Bud grins.

And he's been holding my right hand tight.

We shake hands, we leave the room.

I'm not afraid of anything anymore.

Thus we went to the inn where the king of merchants stayed.

A life-threatening reconnaissance (peeking) begins.