Unspeakable bubbles

"Now that I've actually met him in person, I realize how unnecessary all those thoughts were."

"Mr. Toka, you are truly a hero among demi-humans!"

Carmen's flattery did not make Toka back down. He asked very seriously, "Your Excellency Carmen, please answer my question."

"Once things are exposed... no, one day, our deal will definitely be exposed."

"How did Bubble explain this to the nobles around him back then?"

"Mr. Toka, regarding your question..."

"Carmen, it's alright, Toca is someone you can trust."

At this moment, the little girl spoke up: "Bubble believes in him!"

"..."

"Well, since Your Majesty has said so, then I won't hide anything from you."

Carmen smiled slightly, and then his face revealed a wild and arrogant expression.

"Explanation? Your Majesty never needs to explain your actions to anyone!"

"Not only will we do business with your rebel army, but Your Majesty will also open up trade routes between Yogtis and the Great Plains."

"Hmph, once the golden trade route is truly established, what if someone gets jealous and tries to sabotage things behind our backs..."

"With the Great Plains, the Viper, and the Skeleton Legion, the King can easily wipe out southern Sen with a single command!"

"..."

Toca was stunned for the first time. It was no wonder he was so flustered; Carmen's words were just too outrageous!

To raze the south of Sein?

After suppressing the 'impossible' thought that naturally popped into his mind, Toka carefully pondered Carmen's words.

The Skeleton Legion? I'm so ignorant, I've never heard of it.

However, he knew about the grasslands and the viper.

If these two parties join forces...

"To sweep across the south—it sounds like boasting, but upon closer inspection, it's not entirely impossible."

'Since Bubble can do business with the grasslands, they must have a very deep connection with them.'

"Duke William has just suffered a major defeat. If the Yogtis and the steppes attack from both sides, he certainly won't be able to withstand it."

'The Boyle family can't hold on any longer. What other power in the south can stop the Viper and the Steppe from joining forces?'

"Lady Carmen, Toca will forget what you just said once you step outside."

Knowing the weight of this information, the pig-headed man immediately patted his chest and said, "I swear in the name of the rebels that I will never reveal what you just said to anyone!"

"I am relieved to hear that Mr. Toka said so."

Carmen nodded: "Actually, our relationship with the Great Plains will be exposed sooner or later."

"However, I still hope to keep this a secret until the Golden Trade Route is completed."

'Once we've dealt with William Boyle, by the time King Thane truly realizes what's happening, it will be too late.'

Next, Carmen and Toca discussed the details of their cooperation.

Although there were occasional disagreements, the meeting was generally relaxed, pleasant, and successful because both parties approached it with sincerity.

"Phew, it's already nighttime without me realizing it. There are still a few minor details. How about we rest for the night, organize our thoughts, and then discuss them?"

"Your Excellency Carmen is right. It's dinner time, why don't you stay and try my cooking?"

"Is Mr. Toca going to cook?" Carmen looked at him in surprise.

This burly, pig-headed man, I never expected he could cook.

"Oh! Toka, are you going to cook?"

The little girl, who had been listening to the previous lectures until she was dizzy and sleepy, forced herself to stay awake: "Toka's cooking is delicious, Carmen should try some too."

"Okay, then I'll look forward to dinner tonight."

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The next morning, after discussing the last few issues with Carmen, Toca bid farewell to Bubble.

"Hey, Toka, aren't you going to stay a few more days? Bubble wants to show you around the territory."

"Yes, Mr. Toca."

Carmen also advised, "Why don't you stay a couple more days so that we can show you our hospitality?"

“Elijah has many things waiting for me to go back and deal with. If I don’t go back now, my brothers will worry.”

Toka said with a smile, "This trip has been very fruitful, and I want to go back as soon as possible to make everyone happy."

"Well, when Bubble has another holiday, Toka, you have to bring Coco over to play!"

"Ah, Mr. Toca's cooking is truly superb. Have a safe journey, and I'll miss you."

"Take care, both of you!"

Toka hoisted a large bag of dry rations onto his shoulder, put on his hood, and waved to the two men.

Goodbye, Bubble.

"Lord Carmen, I await your arrival in Elijah!"

Carmen was momentarily lost in thought as she watched the pig-headed man stride away.

'A pig-headed man—no, a demi-human—there's actually someone like this.'

Section 497, Chapter 496: The Odd Job

"Master, we have a guest."

Early in the morning, Bubble was still half asleep when he heard Annie's voice in his ear.

After letting out a big yawn, the little girl rubbed her eyes.

"Is someone else looking for Bubble?"

The young girl was a little puzzled. After receiving Agudamu, Toka, and the head of the Sixth Agency, who else would come to visit her?

"He is Duke William's butler."

"The butler? Oh, right, William did write a letter to Bubble."

Indeed, the Duke wrote a letter to the little girl inviting her to the Boyle family... to admire the flowers?

But once Bubble returned to its territory, one thing after another kept it incredibly busy.

She had long forgotten William's invitation.

The little girl jumped out of bed, quickly dressed, and hurriedly ran outside.

“Master, there’s no need to rush. That steward doesn’t hold a title, so it’s only right that you ask him to wait a moment.”

"Bubble has forgotten about visiting William; we can't keep the butler waiting any longer."

"Ahem, please wait a moment, Your Majesty."

As soon as the girl stepped out of the bedroom, she was stopped by Carmen, who was waiting for her.

"Ok?"

“Your Majesty, you have entrusted me with full authority over the Boyle family’s affairs. This time, let me meet with that steward on your behalf.”

"But he came specifically to find Bubbles."

Carmen chuckled and said, "Your Majesty, it is like this."

“If William Boyle sends his son or a high-ranking member of the family to visit, Your Majesty, you may go and meet him in person.”

"But he only sent a steward without a title. Well, although the steward might also be a close associate of William, it still makes a bit less meaningful."

"Your Majesty need not go there; it is more appropriate for me to receive the steward."

"Oh, I see. Thank you for your help."

The girl thought for a moment and then instructed, "He came over very early this morning, and he probably hasn't had breakfast yet. Don't forget to tell the kitchen to prepare an extra breakfast."

"Your Majesty is so considerate, I think that steward will be moved to tears."

"hey-hey"

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"Hahaha, butler, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting!"

Carmen entered the reception area and, before the elderly butler could say anything, immediately gave him a bear hug.

"hiss-"

The butler gasped in pain, "You, you're too kind! Be gentle, be gentle!"

"Oh, I'm so sorry, I've messed up your clothes."

"Ah, how can a mere piece of clothing compare to the friendship between the Boyle and Yog families?"

The butler greeted him with a smile: "I am Lord William's head butler, Sander. May I ask your name?"

'They seem to have come with goodwill. And indeed, William desperately needs the support of a super-strong individual in his current situation.'

'It's a pity that maintaining good relations with the Boyle family is not in His Majesty's best interest.'

"Carmen, just call me Carmen."

“Since the Count is still sleeping, I will be the one to greet you,” Carmen said casually.

Sander frowned slightly; the effect of saying the same thing completely changes depending on who says it.

Carmen's casual demeanor immediately made Sander feel very uncomfortable.

However, remembering the patriarch's instructions before he left, Sander smiled again.