episode_0066

“Let’s see… … . There are 80 of them listed there… … . here… … .”

After loading the items neatly onto the cart skeleton and packaging them to prevent damage during transportation, I checked the items one last time.

A large box containing armament for seven knights and items for use by 300 ordinary soldiers were piled up on several carts. Even though the loading capacity of the cart skeleton was increased with the abundant production of steel plates, the amount was enormous.

“… … Should I add a little more?”

As I was looking at the items loaded onto the cart skeleton for a moment, I thought, wouldn’t it be better to provide some service tailored to bulk purchases?

It was said to be a territory war, similar to a proxy war between the royalist faction and the aristocratic faction, and since I also belong to the royalist faction, I thought it would be good to make a mark.

Beyond simply making a mark, it could have made the royalists feel friendly towards our Smith Skeleton. Moreover, as it was a proxy war between factions, it was a perfect situation to attract attention. What he meant was that it was an opportunity to promote the Smith Skeleton brand to royalist nobles.

“Good. Let’s add 50 more soldiers for use.”

During actual production, the unit cost of production was slightly saved due to the advantage of mass production. This was because it was produced like crazy all at once, which had the effect of reducing fuel costs, etc.

And, thanks to this, it was possible to make additional weapons for 50 soldiers without incurring additional costs. Although it was like giving up more benefits, it was okay to think of it as a benefit that never existed in the first place.

Anyway, after deciding to make armor for fifty soldiers, I started producing the items right away. Even the skeletons used to make articles for knights were turned to making armor for soldiers, and the articles were completed in a day and a few hours.

I felt a sense of satisfaction after filling the cart skeleton with the newly created items so that there were no empty spaces. It’s strange that I’m not happy at the thought of receiving 8.7 million med in transaction money, excluding the 3 million med received as down payment.

As I was happily looking around at the cart skeleton, I realized that I had to leave quickly so that I could arrive at the promised time. Since these were items to be used in war, being punctual was absolutely necessary. If I can’t be on time, I have to worry about promoting Smith Skeleton and everything else.

I decided to leave early even if it meant wasting a little time, so I took out my special cart, the Skeleton, which I only use when I move around. It was a cart full of stuff, including soft rugs, and other things like insulation to block the cold wind that had not yet completely dissipated. In addition, it was full of things that could help you spend your travel time very comfortably.

“Boss? Did you go directly without sending a mage? You make a mage and use it because you don’t want to go long distances.”

As I took out the cart skeleton and prepared to move it, Jiena approached me and asked a question as if I was puzzled. I think it was because I remember being very happy that I could only transport as a Skeleton Mage and not have to travel long distances.

“It has to be that way. Even if Maisie can travel alone, she doesn’t know the way. Besides, what’s included here doesn’t just cost a penny or two, does it? There is a lot of money to be received.”

“Well, the money you will receive is over 8 million med, right?”

“What… … . That’s important, but the place I’m going to this time hasn’t made a deal with me yet, so I can’t send Mejiman.”

There was no agreement on skeletons yet to just send out skeleton mages. If you make a mistake, you could be mistaken for an enemy even before you deliver the goods.

Moreover, the problem was that the place I was going to now was where a territory war had been declared. In a hostile place, there may be cases of looting while blocking the transfer of military supplies or other materials, and in such cases, it would be impossible to protect the goods by sending a skeleton mage alone.

“Boss, so it’s taking a long time again?”

“There’s nothing we can do because it’s further away than Carbon. maybe… … It will take about 15 days to go and 10 days to return. Because there are things.”

“Wow! So you’re coming back before my payday?”

“… … Yes.”

Jiena smiled brightly, perhaps saying that she was glad that her salary was not delayed. And, as if that was enough, he saw me off as he moved to transport the goods. He came out in front of the wooden fence and waved his hands.

“Boss! Have a nice trip! Don’t get hurt!”

For some reason, Jiena’s words telling me to have a safe trip without getting hurt sounded like she was asking me to come back and ask for my salary. Perhaps because of that feeling, I couldn’t help but shake my head while smiling.

Anyway, after leaving the village, I referred to the map that Lev had left behind and moved to the territory where the territory war, which was like a proxy war between the royalist faction and the noble faction, would be held.

Although spring has not fully arrived yet, it is still on the way, so there were no major difficulties in moving around. But because of that, I had to expedite my steps while consuming dark magic. The fact that there were no major difficulties in movement was a factor that could affect the army’s advance.

It was definitely not welcome that the territory war began before I even arrived.

“Tsu-eup, surely it won’t be too late?”

I burned the tobacco that helped me recover my dark magic, and I moved at a fast pace, feeling a little anxious. Even though he was carrying a huge amount of weapons, his speed was so fast that he moved about 30% faster than usual.

Thanks to this, even though my throat felt a little sore, I was able to arrive at my destination three days earlier than the promised date.

“Stop. This is a territory where a territory war has been declared, and unauthorized persons cannot enter.”

And, when I reached my destination, I was immediately told that I was not allowed to enter at the entrance. The soldiers holding weapons were holding them tightly as if they were trying to prevent me from getting close to the castle walls or gates.

However, this situation was completely understandable. A territory war had been declared, and since the only thing left to do was an immediate clash, it was natural to strictly restrict the entry of outsiders. There were people who tried to steal information necessary for war, such as the number of troops, their location, and defense strategies.

Therefore, we decided to actively cooperate with those who want to be inspected.

“Please state your identity and purpose for coming here.”

“He is Baron Andrew Steele, member of the Royalist faction. As you can see, the official black magic incident and royalist faction brought supplies to support the territory war.”

“Can I check your identity for a moment?”

Since it was a completely understandable situation, I calmly explained it to the soldiers blocking my path. When I pointed to the large amount of items behind me and explained, the soldier seemed to be rude and asked me to confirm my identity.

It wasn’t until I showed him the certificate of certified warlock and the certificate of nobility that I had taken with me just in case, that the soldier’s guard completely relaxed.

“Nice to meet you. Baron Steele. I received a story about the Baron from my superiors. We would like to formally apologize for having to verify your identity in a threatening manner, as it was a situation ahead of a territory war.”

Moreover, the person who appeared to be the highest rank among the soldiers bowed, saying that he had also received information about me.

I found it a little distasteful that he showed such a threatening appearance even after being told about me, but it wasn’t something I couldn’t understand, so I nodded.

“I need to deliver the goods, where should I go?”

“I decided to contact the lord as soon as the Baron arrives. Once you pass through the gate, you will receive separate guidance.”

I nodded at the soldier’s words, and he walked ahead, saying that he would lead the way now. I followed him and entered the city through a gate in the large wall.

The city I entered after passing through the gate had a fairly desolate atmosphere. It may have been lively in the past, but right now it was a bit desolate, and you could tell from the atmosphere that it was on the verge of war.

The doors of houses and stores were tightly closed, and people seemed to have made preparations to evacuate if necessary. In addition, soldiers were circling the village, casting sharp eyes here and there as if looking for subversive elements.

After waiting for a while, a man came by saying he was a new guide. He introduced himself as the lord’s butler, and said that there was someone waiting for me and suggested that I go there first.

I moved along with the man, thinking that the person waiting for me was probably the lord of this territory. And, when I followed him into a place decorated like a barracks, I found a familiar face.

“… … Count Carbon?”

“Haha, it’s been a while. Did you have a good winter?”

It was Count Carbone, whom I had a connection with for various reasons. I never thought we would meet here… … . No, it was as if a person I hadn’t even paid attention to in the first place suddenly popped out.

“Ah, yes. what… … . But what happens here?”

“Viscount Deputy here is my relative. My relative says it’s dangerous, so I can’t stay silent, right?”

“A relative?”

“My cousin’s wife’s sister is the wife of Viscount Deputy here.”

It was an ambiguous relationship, as if they were strangers, but could also be said to be relatives in some way. No, isn’t that actually someone else?

For a moment, I debated in my head whether it was a stranger or a relative, but I realized that it was useless to consider it. After thinking that it was an aristocratic society anyway, there would be many differences from commoners, there was no reason to worry.

Anyway, after clearing my mind like that, Count Carbon introduced me to a man by his side called Viscount Deputy.