District 1 of the military.
It has everything a capital city should have.
The Defense Command oversees the defense of the capital, which is made of high-level alchemy steel, from the skeleton to the armor, and looks heterogeneously hard even in the middle of a concrete city.
As if wrapped around a world tree vine, the communication headquarters has an antenna in the shape of a flower bud and a power transmission line resembling a vine, attached to the outer wall of the building.
The Amittengrad government building, which has an extremely efficient structure, that is, it is built in a square shape, and is in charge of the big and small affairs of Amittengrad.
Zone 1, the backbone of the military capital, where non-level 2 citizens are not even allowed to set foot in the zone.
If you think of the military country as a gigantic monster, in this area full of its internal organs.
There was one strange building that had no choice but to express that the building was wearing clothes.
The captain, in a real horse-drawn carriage, murmured as he passed through the front gate, which had been draped in drapery instead of a steel gate.
“The holding company, Cheonuimubong… .”
Five private companies that are the pillars of the military.
The masters of the five technologies who allowed autonomous operation because even the military government, in which the state manages everything, could not keep up with its technological prowess.
Among them, it is the origin of the clothing packet technology most closely related to the lives of military citizens, and the only person who can create a new Aki avatar.
The third president of Cheonuimubong, the weaver girl Sepier Bakia.
The captain looked at me and asked in a trembling voice.
“How do you… ?”
“I will answer that slowly, Captain.”
“However.”
“If our story isn’t something anyone can tell, wouldn’t it be better if we went in and talked about it comfortably without worrying about anyone else being able to hear it?”
Sepi's voice was soft yet strict. In a good sense, she seemed to be beating her parents, and in a bad way, she used her overwhelming advantage to take advantage of her position and press down on the other person.
First of all, the captain couldn't say anything more because it was a theory. Meanwhile, the wagon arrived at the gate of the mansion.
I got out of the carriage and muttered as I watched the horse waving its mane.
“That’s a good thing.”
“My name is Sazama. It has a red mane that is blown by the wind, so when a herd of horses runs, it looks like a field of fire, so it was called a flaming horse.”
“I bought something so precious. It’s so rare that it’s not even in the luxury category.”
Raising horses requires a large yard and a large number of manpower to manage the horses. In other words, it is virtually impossible to obtain land in a cramped place like Amittengrad.
But for the richest man in the military, the practical impossibility is just a fake impossibility. If you have enough money, you can distinguish the real impossibility from the fake impossibility.
“It’s not a luxury. This sama, yes. It could be said that it was for experimentation.”
“Experimental?”
“Yes, Master. Lately, I've been working on animal models.”
Making a model means making an Aki avatar that can be used even for animals. It was probably a project commissioned by the military.
If you make an archi avatar for horses, those vulgar words of the military will become a little more useful.
“Of course, if you need it, I will give it to you right away.”
“Wow, really?”
Sepi took my words as a question.
“When did I ever cherish something for Master? I do not hesitate to spend money on my own people.”
'Until now, I have received the items I have been given. The habit of pretending to bounce is still there.'
Did a lot of resentment build up while I was away? It's just that negative thoughts keep coming in.
I asked again just in case.
“Can I really have it?”
Sepi answered willingly without any regrets.
“I will give you a harness and a whip on the way, so take it with you. Please bring as much food as possible, and if there is anything lacking, please contact me. I will send all the necessary items by courier.”
'I wish I didn't exchange it for money. What is the case when you say you have something you want, grab it and sell it to a fencer? Do you know how I feel about giving back money from a locksmith? In that case, would you rather give it in money?'
… done. just don't take it
It's never because I'm afraid to think. I don't have the confidence to grow well. If you can grow that fist in the same room, you're pitiful.
“It is a little burdensome for me. Today, I will decline.”
“You thought well. It's too much work for the Master to manage himself. I'm taking good care of them, so if you need Master, you can come and borrow it.”
'A person who can't handle himself properly can raise a horse well. I'll sell it somewhere else. It's better to just call the mansion as an excuse for words. At least you can know life and death on a regular basis.'
Did you look at me like that… . But aren't I sincere enough? If you don't have enough money, you're making money with your own hands instead of working with your hands.
“Thank you for caring for me.”
“Thousands of words. Now, shall we go in?”
When Sepi snapped her finger, the red-painted mansion door opened by itself. The very nervous captain stuck behind me and started following me with hard footsteps.
It's not just that it's in the middle of a concrete city that makes this mansion look unique. No matter where you look on the continent, it will be difficult to find buildings that look like they are wearing clothes.
Taking everything apart and looking at the building style, it must have resembled a large tent mainly used by the grassland tribe.
Except for the fact that it is three stories high and it is square in a two-story structure.
The lining is delicately woven and soft and warm, and the outside is a high-level alchemist who can deflect even cannons.
A thread that is tougher and stronger than any other kind of steel is holding on to this huge garment. A castle made of cloth, which is stronger than concrete and reinforcing bars, and is possible because of the strong thread and fabric.
“Welcome, Master. and… new disciple. Welcome to my mansion and workshop, the castle of cloth.”
The floor was carpeted wood. Thanks to the sound-killing carpet, there was no sound at all, even when I rolled my feet a lot. The inner wall, which had a warm color, was as warm as that color.
“question. Orihime, isn't your mansion a security zone?”
“It’s fine with my permission. Because this is my home. If it is not enough, I will issue a temporary pass under my authority.”
Sepi cut off the captain's words and led us to the dining room.
As we walked on the Sakkaman badge, a restaurant appeared. Inside, an exclusive chef was carrying food. Three plates were prepared side by side to see if the fact that a guest was coming had already been announced.
Opening the lid of the plate reveals the perfect raw meat steak that you've never seen in any other restaurant. Sepi pointed to the plate lightly.
“Please eat. As long as you’re invited to my house, everyone should be treated like a guest.”
A steak grilled to a brown color has an instinctive salivating power. Bone broth was sprinkled on top of it, and colorful spices and grilled vegetables were garnished on the side.
Meanwhile, the captain narrowed his brow as he saw the little green bean in front of him.
“… What is this?”
The feeling of seeing a small bean that the captain made by miniaturizing a chimera bean was similar to that of a person who first encountered a dwarf.
Sepi didn't answer. Instead, I answered it.
“ah. It's bean sprouts! Hey, it’s hard to find anything other than Chimera Beans in the military, but where else did you get them?”
Sepi answered, skillfully cutting the steak with a knife.
“You said the last time you wanted to eat old beans.”
“Did I? I remember well.”
Oops. Did I say it wrong? I secretly looked into Sefi's complexion. Sepi thought without changing a single expression on her face.
'Because of that single word, I had a hard time finding green beans, but I can't even remember. That's why they say that animals with bad memory are not harvested.'
Yeah, I said it wrong. I haven't seen it in a long time and I'm not used to it.
Meanwhile, the captain scooped out only the beans with a spoon and put it in his mouth. Shortly after the soft, resilient grain of pea stuck in his mouth, the captain's eyes widened and he saw a hallucination of lightning strikes in his head.
'… This bean?! How the hell does it taste like this! Obviously, it's beans… !'
You're a bean gourmet. I said, tapping the captain's plate.
“I think you liked it.”
“Positive… ! The first time I tasted it, the familiar yet admirable taste… !”
“It’s soybeans, yes. It's not a chimeric bean developed for fertilizer, it's a product of nature. Can I get some more beans here?”
“Does not matter. Chef, the leftover beans.”
'You keep giving away what you've been told to eat. It's like poison from the bottom. No matter how much you give, there is no sense of accumulation. Well, how did I ever meet such an ugly teacher?'
The captain, who was awkwardly cutting the steak, saw the new beans being added and put down his knife. I asked, pointing to the steak the captain left behind.
“How does the steak taste?”
“… It looks delicious, but the texture is odd. It’s like chewing on fabric.”
When canned meat soaked in water is cooked, it loses its characteristic texture and becomes soft. Instead, I feel like I've benefited from the larger quantity.
The captain, who had been eating canned meat like that, felt alienated from the texture of the raw meat.
Will this child know the taste of meat? .
“Now you will soon understand.”
widely.
Sepi put down the knife aloud and wiped her mouth with a handkerchief elegantly.
Sepi, who finished the meal neatly without a single stain even in a luxurious suit, gathered both hands as soon as the chef took out the plate. Immediately after that, all the doors surrounding the restaurant were closed, and the restaurant was transformed into a perfect secret room.
“Captain is a pitiful person. I think I can see why Master chose you.”
The captain flinched.
He wanted to refute it, but his opponent is the president of the holding company and a tycoon with a deep foot in logistics. Although he is not affiliated with the military, his influence has raised his civil level to level 5.
If Sefi disappears immediately, the production of Aki Avatar, which is essential for making clothing packets, will stop. In addition, there is a problem in improving the performance of the military's special weapons and generals.
The captain faltered, not knowing what to do with Sefi, who wields a powerful influence both in the military and in the civilian world.
I let out a small sigh and pointed out the attitude.
“It’s not that I feel sorry for people, Sepi. Excuse me.”
“I'm really sorry about that. But, apart from my attitude. Isn't that why her master chose her?”
Sepi asked sharply.
To say that I chose it, I came here just because of a relationship… . 🥺 I have nothing to say. In fact, we even moved together as if we were caring for the needy.
'Look. He thinks that way too, and he only points out my attitude little by little. This is the enemy deck. Do you know that the person who brought me with such a thought is more rude than me who pointed it out?'
After he drank military water, did his heart shatter?
Sepi said as if penetrating my heart.
“Master was always looking for someone who lost something or a child who lacked something. It was the same with Anton, who wanted to be recognized, and so did the inhabitants of the old kingdom, who had lost the splendor of their kingdom days.”
Sepi lightly touched the wrist of her left arm while she was speaking. She then turned her cloak and shawl into a blue alchemist and sucked into her biometric terminal.
Returning to the style of a red shirt through a natural dress change as if she were treating her own body, she pointed to herself.
“I was a prime example of that when I was young. Now that even the captain of the military has pity on me, I have no idea how wide Master's defense range is. It’s embarrassing to have been pointed out about my behavior by such a person.”
Isn't it too harsh to talk to the master? It seems that the inner feelings and the words to be spoken are slightly reversed.
'In the meantime, you went to the abyss and came back… By all means, I hope you didn't get caught up in anything that got you stuck in the abyss. I can't even imagine how much the abyss must have been stirred by Master, who drives the whole world into chaos.'
it wasn't Words are more sensible than I thought. Sorry for doubting you.
By the way, why are you suddenly thinking of the abyss? What did I do about the abyss… .
'… Perhaps the people who came out of the abyss did not come to Amittengrad to pursue Master. Even Master couldn't do anything about the monster in the abyss… . I can't let go of my heartache. The thing that scares me the most is that I can't confirm that. What on earth did I have as a teacher?'
What is it? Don't treat me like a plague… .
Wait a minute. what? Those who came out of the abyss came all the way to Amittengrad? In the military capital far away from there?
why? I guess I wasn't the only one who came. But what about trying to destroy the military?
Will the military collapse this time? Is the country finally closing its doors?
Damn it, then trying to clear up the shadows is pointless. I don't know how they're going to destroy the country, but where's the time to rule over the shadows?
I can't.
“Seppy. Wait a minute. Can I use something here?”
“of course. Anything here, whatever. It’s like Master’s.”
'You're trying to use my property as if it were your own, aren't you? Whoa. I can't help it, but… . Will I be able to hear a word of thanks this time?'
Gradually, the gap between thoughts and actions becomes frightening. I think I was pretty honest a long time ago, but who made this?
There's nothing you can't do if you want it that way.
It is said that a single word can pay off a thousand nyang debt, but the value of words fluctuates because they are intangible assets. How to repay one by one when you can.
“Thank you, Sepie. After all, I have eyes that see disciples.”
It was just a simple tribute, but the corners of his lips rose slightly along with Sepi's eyebrows.
'There was a reward in the poison that fell to the bottom. Wow, he's a difficult person to get along with.'
Sepi happily nodded, and at the same time spread a finger from her black gloved hand.
“By the way, can I ask you for one thing?”
Request? Well, okay.
Sephi, who provided me with a house to live in and provided me with funds. If something comes, something must go. Shall I listen to one without overdoing it?
“What?”
“Please set the example of Master.”
Create a pattern, la. what does it mean
'It's like going naked in a mold made of soft alchemy steel and enduring the heat for one minute, but you'd be reluctant to say it now. I'll have to convince him to send it to the front of the mold somehow. Then I get a body avatar that reproduces Master's Aki avatar as it is. Whoops, with that toy, we can have fun dressing up.'
this can't be done I'm not a great person, but this has the potential to damage my dignity.
“haha. You're joking too much. There is no way Sepi, who was taught under me, would make such a strange request.”
“Fufu. You are sharp, sir. It's so easy to see my jokes… Shit.”
uh huh Put your tongue in the back.
When I quietly refused, Sepi pointed to the captain with a black hand instead. The designated captain flinched.
“Then, could you lend me a little bit of this instead?”
“why? Shall I open a pattern?”
“I don’t think so, but if you want to.”
'copy?! Did you say that the main building will be modeled? What the hell does that mean?'
I know if you do. By the way, I don't know, so I want you to tell me how you feel after being hit.
I gladly agreed.
“I will lend you a lot. You can cuddle and sleep today.”
“… ?! You? What else does that mean?!”
“Then it is a negotiation. It was a bit of a disappointment, but it was a satisfactory negotiation, Master.”
“What. If it is a request like this, I will grant it over and over again.”
“How many times are you planning to sell the main building? ! warning! The free will of the main building is not taken into account in this negotiation!”
The stronghold signalman speaks of free will. The parts are talking to each other.
“Please write well and return it.”
“I wonder if it’s Master’s belongings or not.”
“denial! The main building is a soldier of the military, not anyone's property… !”
Leaving behind the frightened Captain, I rolled the cloth covering the dining room. When I closed the black cloth that swallowed not only the sound but also the smell, the captain's screams from the inside stopped.
ruler. Shall we start slowly?
Abbie is too cute.