Chapter 106 – Glaznov Republic
The ship finally entered the “Graznov Republic”. It was already completely night, but we managed to get there.
Even at night, the Republic was brightly lit, surrounded by luminous lights. Magical streetlights, perhaps. Similar ones are installed in the Empire, and the visibility is good even at night. With those, one could walk safely at night.
“Thank you for bringing me here, Rasty.”
“No, I didn’t do anything, and the ship belongs to Strelka, so you should thank her.”
I shifted my gaze to Strelka.
“That’s right. Strelka, I’m sorry for making you take a detour. I would like to express my gratitude at some point.”
“Don’t worry about it. However, please help Rasty-sama.”
Nice, Strelka.
If we could establish trade with the Republic, the island would continue to develop rapidly. The food problem would be completely resolved, and useful tools would increase as well.
“I understand. Rasty, once this matter is settled, I’m thinking of visiting the island again.”
“Oh, please do that.”
“Well then, everyone… Thank you for your help.”
In the end, Blair bowed her head, expressed her thanks, and left. By the way, since Kate is a mermaid, she parted ways midway and entered the country through a dedicated water route.
After parting ways with Blair, we decided to spend the night on the ship. Strelka guided us to our rooms. The inside of the ship was more spacious than I thought, and there were four rooms in the middle.
“Rasty-sama, Skor-san, Havamar-san, please feel free to use any room you like. Please take a rest, and in the meantime, I will prepare the meal.”
“I’m always causing you trouble, Strelka.”
“No, this is about all I can do.”
“No, no, I’m very grateful for Strelka’s summoning skills, and for letting us use the ship. I can’t thank you enough. Thank you.”
“…Hau! I-It’s fine. If Rasty-sama is happy, then I’m happy too!”
Strelka covered her face with both hands and hurriedly ran away. …Huh, did I say something? And it looks like Skor puffed up again.”
“Rasty-san…”
“Eh, um, Skor. Your face is a little scary, you know?”
“Th-That aside, let’s go to our rooms.”
“???”
I didn’t really understand, but I headed to my room.
Once inside, it was a completely private room.
It was a bit small, but there was a neatly arranged bed, desk, and chair. Oh, so this is what a room inside the ship looks like. It’s my first time experiencing this.
“Fumufumu, there’s even a shower room. That’s convenient.”
“Yes, Rasty-san.”
“Wait… Whoa! Skor, you’re in the next room, right!?”
“Yes? I’m in the same room as Rasty-san, though.”
Skor said it as if it were only natural. Skor and I are in the same room…? Really?
“N-No, that’s no good. I mean, you’ll see me changing and stuff.”
“It’s fine! I don’t mind anymore!!”
She said it twice because it was important. But wait, is Skor acting unusually desperate? Since the conversation with Strelka earlier, Skor’s behavior has been strange.
“But…”
“But nothing. Rasty-san, do you dislike being with me?”
“What are you talking about? Skor is cute and charming. There’s no way I’d dislike it.”
“Un un. Then, there’s no problem.”
“Eh?”
…Hmm. Well, whatever. We’ve been living together on the island for a long time, and now there’s nothing private between us. It’s just me and Skor.
“Since we have some time, shall we talk about Borodin?”
“Oh, that’s a good idea. I want to increase my knowledge before we arrive. Skor, please tell me about the Elven Country.”
“Yes, leave it to me.”
Skor regained her good mood. With a lively voice, she told me about the internal affairs of the Elven Country…
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