Chapter 537 The Super Ddo-Buddy Trade Zone ④
Edited by: Kanaa-senpai
”Another, business negotiation…?”
”Yes, it is a concept called the ‘Super D**do-Buddy Trade Zone’¹構想 (kousou),” I replied.
”……Huh?”
When I spoke the plan that I had been warming up for some time, the guest from the south, Nada-san, looked dumbfounded with her mouth hanging open. Yeah, well, I understand that feeling.
”Therefore, it is the ‘Super D**do-Buddy Trade Zone’,” I repeated.
”…I did not mishear you, did I?” Nada-san asked.
Actually, rather than my own plan, it was a plan under Ierse-dono, a former princess of Sylvaol and the Crown Princess of the northern Coalmine Kingdom. To my statement, Schueri, the diplomat from Sylvaol, reacted.
”…Nada-sama, it may sound like we are joking, but please consider it seriously,” Schueri urged. “This is a concept devised by the royalty who married from our country into Coalmine.”
”I-I see,” Nada-san stammered. “I do not understand well, but I understand. For now, let me hear it. A trade… ‘zone’ means, to build a wide buying and selling relationship, correct?”
”Yes, that understanding is not wrong,” I confirmed.
Even though she did not know what “Ochinpo” pointed to, she understood “Trade Zone”…. While feeling half-impressed and half-excited (?) by that imbalance, I gave my explanation. The content was roughly as follows.
First, before the “Super D**do-Buddy Trade Zone,” I had to talk about the normal “D**do-Buddy Trade Zone.” That first “D**do-Buddy Trade Zone” connected the countries lined up from north to south: the Coalmine Kingdom, the Kingdom of Canaria, and the Kingdom of Sylvaol.
Adding the Kingdom of Ferguson in the west to this makes it the “Great D**do-Buddy Trade Zone.” Currently, we also have trade with the Wielope Empire further east, and it seems likely that we will connect with the small countries around Wielope, and countries even further east.
At this point, the name does not have much meaning, but is it the “Greater Great D**do-Buddy Trade Zone”? “Northern Continent D**do-Buddy Trade Zone” would also be fine, but the frame is not aligned and it feels fuzzy, so that is out.
Anyway, the “Super D**do-Buddy Trade Zone” is the current trade zone with the Southern Continent added. A huge trade zone that transcends borders and even seas, centered on the Kingdom of Canaria, built by exporting our store’s products and importing their raw materials.
”…I see, your store’s abundant products are supported by this trade zone?” Nada-san asked.
”Yes,” I answered. “Although I cannot answer regarding specific transactions, we are able to manufacture them due to special materials brought in from each country. And by selling them to a wide area, we obtain funds for further development.”
In that sense, Wielope is still in the periphery and is not inside the trade zone. This is because, at present, we are only selling products to Wielope. An imbalance creates discord, so I want to do something about it in the near future… well, I will leave it for now.
”My, such a mechanism…” Nada-san murmured.
”As expected of Ierse-sama,” Schueri added.
General Mamache, who looked surprised and watched the “D**do-Buddy” on the desk, and Schueri, who looked convinced. It is a good thing that the General’s perception is changing, but I am curious about Schueri-san’s reaction.
”Do you know Ierse-dono?” I asked.
”Yes, of course,” Schueri replied. “I served as one of her instructors. She was a bright person from a young age, and I felt very sorry when I heard she was marrying into Coalmine. However… talent does not choose the place where it sprouts.”
Schueri-san said while looking at the north wall, with eyes looking somewhere far away. She must be picturing Ierse-dono, who is currently supposed to be carrying the Crown Prince’s child with a large belly, on the other side of that.
Your Highness, in the short moment after marrying but before conceiving a child, went to the Kingdom of Canaria herself, and even took steps to Sylvaol to create the prototype of the “D**do-Buddy Trade Zone.”
I thought she was quite a tomboyish woman, but thinking about it now, it was a timing and method that could not be better. I have no choice but to take my hat off. I think Her Majesty the Queen of our country is also not defeated in terms of judgment, but….
Anyway, seeing the deeply emotional Schueri, Nada-san also seems to have thoughts. Whether or not “That Person” is a person equal to Your Highness or Her Majesty. It might be a bit of an exaggeration, but it felt like it depended on the shoulders of Nada-san who was sent.
”…That is an interesting story,” Nada-san remarked. “The women of the Northern Continent are also strong and proud. I have a good souvenir story for my master.”
”Yes, please tell them by all means,” I said. “I do not wish for this connection that has been made with difficulty to be a temporary thing. If possible, I hope it becomes a thick, long, strong, and large relationship.”
”……”
Nada-san remained carefully silent and answered only with her eyes. She probably realized the pitfall of this trade zone and is trying not to get a commitment. She is indeed a bright person.
The pitfall of this trade zone. That is, as long as the manufacturing of products is done in our country, the center of the trade zone will always be our country, and it is also our country that makes the most profit.
Especially, aside from the neighboring Coalmine and other countries on the same continent, the circumstances are different in the Southern Continent across the sea. The point is that transportation costs inevitably increase, and business cannot be done at the same price as the Northern Continent.
Even so, there will be profit, but it is a bit unreliable to rely on it as a constant source of funds. If I am to stick my neck that far, can I not arrange the conditions a little more? She must be calculating that in her head. Once we understood each other’s heads, I decided to press on.
”Anyway, the policy of our store is as I just said,” I stated. “And under this policy, there are three things I want to ask of Nada-san and the person who is your master.”
”…Let me hear them,” Nada-san agreed.
To Nada-san, who held back her previous favorable appearance, I showed my hand with three fingers extended. And immediately bent two of them, leaving one. It is the first “request.”
”One, I want you to cooperate with sales in the Southern Continent.”
”…Hmm,” Nada-san nodded. “This does not even need to be said. I would even want to ask for this from my side.”
This was a condition that “That Person” had written in a letter from the beginning. Nada-san also nodded without any particular dissatisfaction. I also nodded and extended my second finger.
”Two, I want you to provide materials from the Southern Continent for product development.”
”…That is the story you mentioned earlier,” Nada-san noted. “However, I cannot answer this immediately. I do not know what my master will say, or how far we can go… and in the first place, I do not even know if there are materials like you desire?”
”Yes, that is exactly right,” I replied. “As for me, there is a material I have been looking for for a long time, so first of all, I would like you to send me things that seem useful, and start from trial and error… well, please think about it.”
”Yeah, I will take it home,” she said.
As expected, Nada-san, who was careful and this time clearly told me she “cannot answer immediately.” I do not know what “That Person” will say, but Nada-san is probably thinking, “I cannot stand it if it becomes a hobby.””
Perhaps, if it is to be realized, it will be after the buying and selling are on track to some extent and it is judged that there is definitely profit. Well, there is a possibility that it will be realized by the word of “That Person.” Anyway, since there is no point in sticking to it any longer, I decide to raise my third finger.
”And the third and final one,” I continued. “At the dawn of everything going well, I am thinking of having our store’s factory established in the Southern Continent.”
”…!”
The reaction to this “request” was dramatic. Not only Nada-san but the others also opened their eyes wide. Establishment of a factory in the Southern Continent. That means, it is nothing other than entrusting not only sales but also manufacturing to them.
Naturally, because it is made there, the cost can be suppressed significantly, and from the perspective of “That Person,” it becomes an industry that can be controlled. On the other hand, from this side, it means handing over that much authority. It might be profitable, but this is a big gamble.
For manufacturing, I have to hand over the recipes for the products, and I do not know if the quality control that our store prides itself on will reach there. Above all, there is no guarantee that the profits of the business will be returned. There is a high possibility that everything will be stolen and run away with.
”Of course, I will narrow down the types of products to be manufactured and have various conditions attached,” I explained. “There will likely be many problems that need to be solved. However, if we are to put up the ‘Super D**do-Buddy Trade Zone,’ I think that this level of scale is essential.”
”…Are you serious?” Nada-san asked.
”Yes, of course,” I affirmed.
From a concept with a name like an idiot to a business negotiation with feet firmly on the ground. Nada-san sensed that a big judgment was being entrusted to her. She probably cannot answer immediately or assert either. She thinks intently with a serious expression. And….
”…I will consider it positively,” Nada-san finally said. “At the very least, I will try to act so that this concept is realized.”
”Yes, for now, that is enough,” I said. “I pray that everything goes well.”
”…Yeah,” Nada-san agreed.
At this moment, I succeeded in pulling out the words that could be said to be the best. I smiled brightly and reached out my hand to her. Although it was a bit awkward compared to when we were in the Audience Chamber, she also smiled and took my hand.
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Summary:
The protagonist proposes a multi-continental trade network to Nada-san. The negotiation moves from conceptual absurdity to a strategic analysis of logistics and manufacturing control. The scene concludes with a tentative agreement to consider the proposal seriously.
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Trivia:
- The exact nature of ‘Ochinpo’ products
- Current political climate of the Wielope Empire
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Character Insight:
Nada-san moves from pure bewilderment to a disciplined, strategic mindset, signaling her role as a capable gatekeeper for her unseen master.
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Glossary:
Notes:
• Nada – A tall, slender Southern Continent envoy with dark skin, glossy black hair, and sharp almond eyes. Dressed in elegant, practical attire, this calculating diplomat serves her influential master with deep devotion. While clumsy with formal honorifics, she is expressive, prone to fist-bumping, and eager for trade. She balances a blank professional façade with a penchant for vulgar northern terminology.
• Schueri – An elegant, slender Sylvaol diplomat with white skin and shoulder-length hair, she serves as Nada’s lead retainer. Formerly a royal instructor, she brings an intelligent demeanor to her role as mediator and interpreter for trade negotiations. Fluent in continental and Southern languages, she is known for her meticulous translations, handled logistics, and a secret curiosity for adult merchandise.
• Ierse – The Crown Princess of the Coalmine Kingdom, formerly of Sylvaol, is a lively, brilliant, and heavily pregnant mastermind. Radiating a unique charm with her long hair, she maintains a healthy, powerhouse presence while tirelessly working to support and cheer up her husband, Gilliam, as they await the birth of their heir.
• Mamache – A large-framed, bronze-skinned general from the Kingdom of Sylvaol, he wears a formal military uniform laden with medals. Though a capable, stern tactician serving as Nada-dono’s guard, he is easily intimidated by complex discourse and bewildered by modern trends. Currently, he is deeply troubled by his wife’s relationship with a succubus and is desperately seeking a solution to his marital issues.
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Edited by Kanaa-senpai.
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