Chapter 426-2 Realizing the Depth Again
"You're not talking about physically hitting someone, are you?"
"""Physicality is an option!"""
The 3 Grandchester lads harmonized, causing veins to bulge on Sara's temples.
"Well, I understand. Now, those who wish to be struck with the Money bag, please step forward. Today, I have prepared a Money bag filled with platinum coins just for you."
Sara pulled out a leather pouch and about 300 platinum coins, jingling as she stuffed them into the pouch.
It was truly the completion of a heavy blunt weapon.
"Hey, Sara. You should treat money with care."
"That's right, you shouldn't treat large sums like toys. And don't swing it around!"
"Where did the talk of boundaries go?"
"It's fine. Even if you get a little hurt, I'll heal you."
"""It's not fine!"""
Chloe, who had been watching the 3 with exasperation, called out from behind Sara.
"It's amusing that not just uncle, but even grandfather and father are afraid of you, Sara."
"It's because they tease me."
"Can you let it slide this time? I think we have a bit more to discuss."
"I never intended to hit anyone for real."
Seeing Sara stow away the blunt weapon... or rather, the Money bag, the 3 of them sighed in relief, their expressions weary.
"So, what is it that Chloe wants to talk about?"
"I'm curious about how you plan to announce the developer of the Mobile Portal."
"Of course, it will be co-authored by Rihito and Alicia. I intend to clarify that Rihito handled the foundational research while Alicia worked hard to turn it into a magical tool."
"If that's the case, the Academy won't stay silent this time. They've learned from the last failure and will surely maintain their polite demeanor. Is Alicia okay with that?"
"Not really. I'll probably complain about my stomach hurting while Amelia prescribes me medicine. But I think it's about time Alicia steps into the spotlight as an alchemist."
"I agree with that. I don't know much about alchemy, but it's clear that Alicia is extraordinarily gifted. After all, the way the alchemists worship her like a goddess is simply remarkable."
"Well, Amelia certainly isn't lacking either. There are knights and squires lining up, saying they want to date Amelia."
"Oh, I didn't know that. If the knights are infatuated, it might enhance Amelia's safety. Just a guess, but if Amelia always accompanies Mr. Paracelsus while he's flitting about battling heat fever, her fame should surely rise."
"Indeed. That might be true."
"Sara, it goes without saying that the maidens are women. Once they become known, they should begin receiving invitations to noble tea parties. It's best to teach the maidens etiquette and conduct, just enough to not embarrass themselves in front of the nobles."
"But they'll know they're commoners, right?"
"Of course, some things will be overlooked. But you don't want them to be humiliated either, do you, Sara?"
"Certainly, I dislike the idea of the maidens becoming a laughingstock."
Sara agreed with Chloe and contemplated requesting Eliza and Thomashiina to provide etiquette training.
In that moment, Sara suddenly realized.
'Oh, I need to bring the maids of the Grandchester family back to the main estate. I must hasten the establishment of the office maid training facility.'
Just as Sara was about to sink into thought, Chloe pulled her back.
"Sara, are you listening? Every noble house will be eager to recruit them, so conversation skills will be necessary as well. If they give away any poor holds, they could be taken by another house!"
"That is possible!"
"If you've decided to distance yourself from the Grandchester family, then you must protect the maidens. Of course, I will continue to assist."
"Thank you. For now, I'll assign Grazi and Maes to Alicia. Rihito and Amelia will have Maru as their support."
"I see, those golems should be reliable."
In the next moment, Sara suddenly had an idea.
"Right! Let's say that if a noble house desires it, we can install the Mobile Portal for any house."
"There's no way a house can pay an amount exceeding the national budget!"
"What about installment payments?"
"Does that mean paying in several parts?"
"Exactly. I wouldn't mind accepting installments for up to 20 years. If payments are delayed, we will have a contract to reclaim the Mobile Portal. We need to devise a way to prevent the magic stones from being resold."
"Still, I think there will be few houses that can afford it."
"Among the high nobility, it would likely be limited to those called great nobles. Don't you think they would be eager to connect their territories to the Royal Capital?"
"Who knows, I can't quite predict that."
"If only the Grandchester family is seen as special, then the Sophia Merchant Guild will establish connections with the great nobles. Of course, the merchant guild will profit immensely by selling high-priced goods!"
"You mentioned earlier that 'mass production isn't possible,' right?"
"Well, if there's no prospect of getting paid, mass production is impossible. But we could prepare for complete made-to-order production, with delivery in one or 2 years."
"I see. Sara and Sophia will likely be targeted even more... but worrying about you is pointless. I'll just pray that other houses don't step on the Dragon's tail."
The adults listening to the conversation between Sara and Chloe were wide-eyed in astonishment.
Representing them, Edward asked Sara.
"Are you really going to deliver to all the noble houses that desire it?"
"Yes, as long as they have the ability to pay."
"I've come to realize the seriousness of Sara distancing herself from the Grandchester family."
"Please accept the loss of superiority. After all, unlike the Grandchester family, other noble houses are willing to pay their dues. How splendid it is! Moreover, once used, we must either exchange the magic stone or replenish its magical power~desuwa. We can earn more money again!"
"It is indeed a painful... no, a financially painful matter. However, I cannot predict how the royal family will respond."
"I cannot predict that either. However, if we bundle the Mobile Portal with the wheat from Grandchester that the Sophia Merchant Guild handles for the royal family, it might lead to an interesting development."
At this statement from Sara, Marquis Grandchester, Edward, and Robert all suddenly changed their expressions.
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