718 – Newlyweds Never End – 3

An exciting honeymoon (3 years after marriage) doesn’t just mean hanging out at tourist attractions.

Packing together, talking about things to see and eat at tourist attractions, and discussing how to spend time. This small yet heart-warming process can be called a journey. Traveling is something that makes you excited from the moment you decide to go. It would be tasteless to exclude that pounding.

As part of this, it was decided to use a ship rather than a teleport to travel from the Empire to Zereno. Even the time spent traveling to tourist attractions and the time spent together are part of the trip, so make sure to enjoy them.

“Carl. That fountain…”

“It’s Leviathan.”

And just before crossing from the empire’s territorial waters to Zereno’s territorial waters, a huge fountain spewed out from beneath the water.

It seemed like Leviathan was sending me off and telling me to have a good time. They refuse to ride it, so they show off their presence in this way. I don’t know if that’s his original personality or if he became strange after spending time with the Golden Ball.

‘Whatever?’

I burst out laughing as I saw Leviathan lifting its fin above the water. Looking at the fins swaying gently from side to side, I think that is also a sendoff.

A performance performed by an island-sized whale pulling its massive body. I received such a splendid send-off, so what does it matter whether my personality is innate or acquired? Leviathan’s warm heart and sincerity are important.

“What gifts do whales like?”

“The Golden Ball will give you everything you need… Won’t say thank you be enough?”

“I guess so?”

After nodding his head at Mar’s words, he waved his hand toward Leviathan.

It is unknown whether this small action will be seen by Leviathan. Still, if you have seen a spectacular performance, it is right to give at least a small response. Just like an audience applauding and cheering after seeing a great performance.

‘I’ll have a nice trip.’

Come to think of it, it was all thanks to Leviathan that Zereno was chosen as a tourist destination. Leviathan opened his eyes again, and thanks to Leviathan’s pressure on Zereno, you were able to decide to travel to Zereno with peace of mind.

Thank you, Leviathan. During the trip, I will bow in your direction three times a day. In places where there is a Trika system, it is done twice a day.

Since this is a ruined country, bowing twice would be enough.

Narvesia. A representative port city in the southwestern part of Zereno.

It is a city located on a peninsula that juts out toward the empire, and it is one of the leading trade ports in Zereno, taking advantage of its geographical advantage of being closest to the empire.

I heard that it was the city that competed most fiercely with the Golden Ball before the Leviathan appeared, thanks to its gangster-like location, but that is now a story of the past. Thanks to Leviathan’s great performance, it was reduced to a ‘competitive’ city.

However, the prosperity and dignity that Narvesia had built up did not collapse. What Narvesia lost was the authority to challenge maritime hegemony, but its position as a trading port was still the same. The core of Zereno’s internal shipping and the center of imperial trade is still Narvesia.

“Wow…”

That’s why Marr let out a small exclamation as he set foot in Narvesia.

“It’s beautiful. It’s like a city that combines splendor and coziness.”

It is a difficult word to understand, but there is no more accurate expression. Narvesia was a city that had both the prosperity of a trade port and the looseness of a tourist destination.

It’s amazing. Usually, with economic development, the relaxed and peaceful atmosphere fades, but Narvesia was in a state of exquisite coexistence and balance. The most difficult thing in this world is killing two birds at the same time.

‘I can stay quiet.’

However, if Narvecia is a city that has killed two rabbits, we can enjoy the meat of both. It is enough to return home after enjoying the vast resources of a prosperous area and the relaxed atmosphere of a tourist destination.

‘I can’t see any other nobles either.’

Moreover, it seems that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had properly conveyed the message to Zereno, so there were no people who came to welcome Mar and I. If Zereno had sent someone, it would have been a little annoying, but I’m glad .

Of course, having a major figure from another country in your country is bound to be a cause for concern. Even if that person is just breathing, my heart flutters. A few years ago, I also felt that emotion keenly. My heart still trembles when I think of the three guys who came to the academy from another country.

However, I am confident that I will be careful because I know the feelings well and what the nobles and civil servants of Zereno feel. Mar and I are just going to enjoy the sightseeing and return home quietly.

‘Because there is no one as harmless as me.’

It’s an embarrassing thing to say out of my mouth, so I keep it to myself, but compared to the power I have, I’m a very harmless person.

Honestly, I’ve never tried to attack someone first. The former head of the inspection department, the former head of the Asilon family, and the second prince. They were all the ones who started the fight with me first. I only fought back to survive.

So, I believe there will be no commotion in Zereno. Unless the Zereno guys go crazy, they won’t attack me first.

“Then, ma’am. Shall we go now?”

After saying a short prayer in my mind, I held out my hand to Mar, who was looking around the streets of Narvesia.

Different tone and dialogue than usual. It was a playful remark no matter who heard it, but Marr didn’t shy away and naturally took my hand.

“Good. I’ll look forward to Darling’s escort.”

“Big…”

“Oh, don’t laugh.”

I actually ended up laughing at Mar’s attack on Darling.

Sorry. I didn’t know that the word darling would suddenly appear.

***

The first city the minister and his wife visited was Narvesia.

It was exactly the expected result. If you travel by ship in the empire, isn’t Narvesia the first city you reach? Narvesia is not even an ordinary fishing village, but a port city recognized throughout the continent, making it a perfect travel destination for the minister and his wife

“Security will be perfect, right?”

“Yes, Your Excellency. We have removed all the minor anxieties. Narvesia’s vitality has decreased somewhat as a result, but it will be helpful for the couple’s intimate trip.”

“That’s it. Perfect security is more important now than a moment’s vitality.”

“I will keep that in mind.”

The secretary bowed her head at my words and quickly retreated.

This incident involved a major figure from another country entering our country. In any case, since it is a matter related to another country, the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of Military Affairs, led by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, have entered into a state of cooperation. Thanks to this, my secretary is constantly moving around under the charge of being the secretary of the Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Sorry. Still, cheer up because when the minister and his wife return home, they will at least give you a generous vacation.

‘…As long as security is ensured, there is nothing to worry about.’

I stared in the direction where the secretary disappeared and let out a small sigh.

The Imperial Foreign Ministry repeatedly said that the minister’s visit was for private reasons, not public reasons. Various circumstances also suggest that the minister entered the country for travel.

If so, there is no reason for our country to be anxious. There are many, many tourists who visit Zereno every year, and the minister and his wife are just a few of them. If we can maintain public order, we can send the minister and his wife off with satisfaction.

‘Rather, you can turn it into an opportunity.’

And what if the minister or his wife develops a positive perception of Gereno? What if the minister, who is sure to outlive the golden ball who is wary and reluctant towards his country, and the second-in-command of the empire, evaluates Zereno favorably?

Diplomacy with the empire will become easier in the future. This rare crisis can be turned into the best treat. This is also a treat that requires minimal investment of our country’s budget.

“Enen.”

Maybe that’s why I found God without even realizing it.

Enen. If this goes well, I will pay tithing instead of tithing every week for a month. I will trust and follow Your mercy and generosity even more. So please─

“Go, Your Excellency!”

“…What’s going on?”

I felt an instinctive sense of anxiety as I watched the secretary noisily return.

Why. Why did the secretary come back? And with that urgent expression?

Please tell me it’s nothing. If not, at least tell them that the minister and his wife returned home in a hurry.

“1st Princess has headed to Narvesia!”

But the secretary betrayed my wishes.

“What?”

“Ah, it seems like he ran right away when he heard the news that the Minister of Inspector General, the greatest swordsman on the continent, was coming—”

My hair turned completely white. I feel like all my senses are paralyzed.

I can’t see the secretary in front of me, and I can’t hear what she’s saying. Right now, I can’t tell if I’m sitting, standing, or falling on the floor.

“Why! Why on earth did I get caught? I should have been more careful in front of the 1st princess!”

However, I finally regained my senses and cried.

1Princess, I am a particularly active person even among noble royals. He also had a great passion for the sword, so much so that he chose to become a knight. How dare he participate in the kingdom’s navy’s fight against pirates.

It is only natural that the first princess would show interest in the best sword on the continent. It’s natural…

[ Our country’s Minister of Inspector General, Count Tyglehen, is scheduled to enter Zereno with the Countess. This is for a couple’s trip, not official work, so avoid contact. ]

[This is for a couple’s trip, not official work, so avoid contact. ]

[If you make any personal contact, I will kill you like Leon. ]

‘No.’

The notice sent by the Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs began to be interpreted on its own.

Cannot be done. This doesn’t work. If the princess comes into contact with the minister and his wife, there is no greater disaster.

“How much does your princess know!?”

“You only know that the Minister has entered the country!”

At least this is hopeful news. You ran without knowing that the Empire and the Minister were reluctant to contact our country. If you explain the situation to the princess, she may understand and come back. Although the princess may have a slightly unusual personality, her love for the kingdom and its people is sincere.

Yes, he will definitely come back. He is so patriotic that he takes it upon himself to fight pirates.

[ Don’t worry, I will hide that I am a princess and contact the best sword! ]

And this time, hope was betrayed.

The letter sent to the princess’s communication channel filled with earnestness was rejected with just one sentence.

‘O Enen…’

I will pay at least seventeen trillion, not thirteen trillion.

Please bless Zereno’s future…!