Chapter 482 Mitsuyoshi’s Request
Edited by: Kanaa-senpai
(Kazumi’s POV)
”It’s been a while. Sir Mitsuyoshi”
”Is it 2 years since we last met in person?”
A meeting with Sir Mitsuyoshi, an empire merchant, who has been assisting Ms. Sasha and the Zett Merchant Guild with various matters.
It seems he was also the one who assigned Ms. Shinobu as a bodyguard for Ms. Sasha.
Currently, we mainly procure seafood from him, and in return, we sell agricultural products harvested from the northern settlements of Raetia.
”Although communication continues between our merchant guilds, we haven’t had the chance to meet like this.”
Sir Mitsuyoshi let go of Ms. Sasha’s hand after a handshake, shaking hands with Rena and then me before taking a seat.
”It’s great to see that Shinobu is doing well.”
”Ah! Thanks to you.”
Ms. Shinobu, standing behind us, seems a bit tense as well.
After some small talk, the business negotiation began.
The topic that caught Sir Mitsuyoshi’s interest was definitely the ‘adult magic tools.’
We’ve decided to sell a trial set of 10 items including a rotor, vibrator, nipple rotor, and lotion.
”Have you considered making something for men?”
When Sir Mitsuyoshi asked, Rena and I were still contemplating but expressed that we weren’t even at the prototype stage yet, making him look slightly disappointed.
”As you know, women’s status in the empire is low. They’re often treated simply as outlets for men’s desires. If there were adult magic tools for men, it could lighten the burden on women, even just a little…”
Listening to Sir Mitsuyoshi’s words, I tried to voice an idea that Rena and I had been brainstorming, but she pulled my arm.
”I do want to talk openly, but… I can’t really trust someone who’s disguised with magic.”
Rena said that, directing a sharp gaze at Sir Mitsuyoshi.
(I didn’t notice…)
I thought I was already a competent magician, but… Rena is impressive as always.
”I can’t deceive the eyes of a rank S magician, huh? It’s no wonder they call you ‘Genius Saint’.”
Sir Mitsuyoshi’s voice, usually calm from his old age, shifted to a clear tone characteristic of his middle age.
”I meant no harm. I myself have some circumstances that I need to keep hidden.”
The kindly figure of Sir Mitsuyoshi transformed instantly into a stern-faced giant.
”Well…”
Ms. Sasha placed her hand on her mouth, looking slightly surprised.
”It wouldn’t suit me to negotiate in this shape, would it? ──That’s just right. Let’s wrap up the business talk and discuss the real purpose of my visit.”
Straightening himself, Sir Mitsuyoshi continued to speak to Rena and me.
”What we are about to discuss concerns the people of ‘Famière’.”
* * *
Unfortunately, since leader Liz is currently on security duty for the Zett Merchant Guild, I decided to call Hiroya, Simona, and Martina, who are in the Clan house, to the dining hall to hear what they have to say.
Sir Mitsuyoshi’s clan, the “Yagiū,” originally handled intelligence work in ‘Himuka’ and apparently conducted business as a cover.
”‘Yagiu’… Lilith? Is it true their ancestors were summoners?”
When Hiroya shot a sideways glance at Lilith, who stood behind him, she pretended to look away nonchalantly.
”‘Unmatched in the world’ is what they claimed among the warriors… I had to possess it no matter what. ──Though negotiating with that god was quite difficult.”
Lilith muttered defensively.
”You know well. Our clan’s ancestors are said to have been summoned from another world.”
Sir Mitsuyoshi’s eyes widened as he looked at Hiroya and Lilith.
”So then…’Yagiū’ is…”
”Probably that ‘Yagyu’. ──Mr. Mitsuyoshi, is that name something that’s passed down through generations?”
Hiroya, answering my question, turned to Sir Mitsuyoshi and asked.
”The eldest son of the Yagiu family inherits the name. And when he takes over the family headship, he also inherits the name ‘Jūbee’.”
”Lilith…? You brought an amazing person into this world, huh…”
Hiroya looked at Lilith with an exasperated expression and whispered softly.
Even I could tell.
’Yagyu Jūbee Mitsuyoshi’…
I know his name well from movies and dramas.
”Well, anyway, let’s hear what Mr. Mitsuyoshi has to say. You’ve got something to tell us, right?”
Simona brought the conversation back on track before it strayed too far.
Sir Mitsuyoshi, who was watching the back-and-forth between Hiroya and Lilith with curiosity, turned to Simona.
”Former Captain of ‘Rose Hip,’ Ms. Simona… I’ve heard rumors, but it’s true that you’ve become a member of ‘Famière.’ And you seem to have grown even stronger.”
The stern Sir Mitsuyoshi smirked slightly.
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Edited by Kanaa-senpai.
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