Chapter 221 Further Meeting At The Security Department, Part Two
Jillietta-san says there are records of the Celestial Race that date back to 200 years ago. To the people of Arlheave, they might be seen as pests or parasites.
"Continuing on. The Celestial Race living in the town of Radiawise consists of roughly 2000 people."
"Seriously?"
"Master..."
"Yeah. This might be tough."
"Is it really that many, Jillietta-kun?"
"Yes. If it's not a false statement. It seems that only one great noble family rules over that town. Radiawise is both the name of the town and the name of that noble family. Bergalide is considered their adopted child."
2000 people versus 5000 people. In terms of numbers, we have more. But not everyone can fight.
"So, if it comes to a fight, how many do you think will come attacking?"
"Well, including the irregulars, there seems to be around 500 people. And all of them seem to have some kind of magic and archery skills."
"Brother, isn't this bad?"
Maya-chan and I understand the seriousness of this. It's really bad. We had a similar quest in an MMO.
"Yeah. What about Alverate-san?"
"Well, counting the knights, soldiers, and us under the Grand Duke's family, it's around 200..."
So, our forces are mainly close combat. Maya-chan is the only one capable of long-range attacks, but even that has its limits. Maybe Berberi-san and Neta-san could help too. But it just seems reckless to face 500 people.
Even if we have running dragons on our side, there's no way their breath attacks can reach the range of archery.
"This situation is bad. We might be in big trouble."
"Big brother, that's how it goes. This is what living in a peaceful country means."
"Yeah. Even in Ensgard, there were only 50 people."
During the Wareels Rebellion, Mother and Maya-chan somehow managed. But that's because Berberi-san and the others had done their research, so we understood the enemy's strength.
"I see. It's the same this time too."
"Yeah. Ber-san is here, right?"
"Sorry, Neta-san."
"Here I am."
"I'm here, Tatsuma-sama."
Behind us, Berberiguru-san and Dorchuneta-san appeared. Everyone besides us is of course surprised.
"These two are our vassals and also excellent intelligence agents. Are there people like them in this country?"
"...Master, I apologize."
"Tatsuma-sama, I apologize."
There was a section like the Intelligence Department, but I've never seen skills like Berberi-san's. That's what they meant by 'not there' in that sense.
"Yeah, I figured."
"Hey, brother. That's how peaceful it was."
"Neta-san."
"Yes."
"Can you do it?"
"Yes, if you can send me to that place, I believe I can meet your expectations."
"I feel the same."
With that, the direction was set. Oh, I almost forgot.
"Thank you, Jillietta-san."
"Yeah, thanks Jillietta-san."
"Alverate-san, even though she used someone like Grotesqueum-san, I think this is a remarkable achievement. So please praise her."
"Indeed. She completely exposed the Celestial Race. I'm considering promoting her."
"R-really?"
"After consulting with the Grand Duke family, I'm sure it'll work out. Thanks, Jillietta-kun."
"Oh, um... thank you..."
"You did well, Jillietta."
"Yes, senpai. But I'm sorry."
"What for?"
"If I get promoted, I might become your boss, senpai."
"...Let's think about that when the time comes."
'Hey, wasn't that Maya-chan's idea (blindfolded)?'
'Yeah, but wasn't it you who provided the material in the first place, brother?'
'Yeah, but hey, Jillietta-san was the one who really put in the effort, we were just waiting.'
'Yeah, you're right.'
We returned to the inn and started planning our investigation again. But before that, I told them about the tragedy that had befallen Jag-san, the usually gentle guy, causing him to change so drastically.
"――So there have already been victims. I don't intend to retaliate against the other side. But, I do plan to eliminate the Celestial Race from that place. I believe this is necessary."
"Yeah. It's not something that can be forgotten by just dealing with Bergalide..."
"Understood..."
"It's the same everywhere, huh..."
I created this atmosphere, but it can't be helped. That's why we don't have the right to do anything to them. That's why there are things we need to know.
"The main task is to determine whether the kidnapped people, including Her Highness, are imprisoned. I want you to think of this as our top priority. After that, it would be helpful if each of you could gather information."
"Understood."
"As you wish."
"But if by any chance you get caught, find a way to let us know. Use a signal or something. When that happens, Maya-chan and I will make a move. Of course, even if you don't come back at the promised time, we will act. We won't allow you to choose death. Got it?"
"I will keep that in mind."
"I am happy."
The two of them plan to sneak in tonight and come back tomorrow night. If they don't come back to the promised place, we will engage in sabotage right there. With me, Maya-chan, Centrena, and Wilshion, we should be able to cause significant damage to the enemy.
We decided to wait until the sun goes down. Among the information that Jillietta-san obtained from Bergalide was that 'there is no one assigned to patrol outside Radiawise.'
Yesterday, Neta-san, who was the only one near the summit yesterday, told us about it. She had a reason for saying that. It's because she is a Cat-people man, so she can tell what is in the vicinity by the smell carried by the wind. Berberi-san also used his sense of smell for investigation when he infiltrated Wareels. At the very least, he can judge whether it's a bird, a beast, or a Celestial Race close to humans.
Because Mother and Kumeiriana-san have always been able to detect my scent, I think that's probably the case with them.
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