Mel's tone was unexpectedly strong, and she grabbed Meredith's hand, which scared Meredith.
"I'm fixing Xiao Mi's hair, so leave it to you, sister. Don't mention that. Please continue your explanation... Oh, and tell me about the Southern Continent."
"Okay, okay, I can explain it to you... Mei'er-sister, really, how much do you like Xiao Mi? Be careful that Tigne-sister will get jealous again."
Because Meredith misunderstood the meaning of "fixing her hair", Sister Mei took the opportunity to forcefully and unconditionally urge her to continue.
"Come on, face forward and keep talking! Come on, hurry up!"
"I know."
As expected, regeneration magic still cannot be used. Meredith is very sensitive to the flow of magic power.
In this case, I can only wipe it with my hands and cloth.
"Uh~ Roughly 60% of the southern continent is ruled by demons, commonly known as the 'Demon King', who rule the Igdol Demon Kingdom."
Meredi then explained that the Demon Kingdom of Igudol had experienced a major war about ten years ago, and since then, there had been no major conflicts. While there had been minor conflicts, the Demon Kingdom's current policy was to focus on internal affairs and avoid conflict.
"Oh my, has the demon become a pacifist?"
"Hmm~ That's hard to say. The war ten years ago ended in a loss for both sides. The demons had prepared a trump card, the monster army, but they were annihilated. There are rumors that they are mobilizing monsters to build up their strength."
The following year, the Demon King changed his dynasty, and this generation of Demon King focused on domestic affairs.
"Demons and humans have always been at war, regardless of the era. However, it would be nice if the new Demon King were a pacifist."
Hearing Mei'er's words, Meredith smiled and nodded in agreement, and continued to explain:
"To the east of the Southern Continent lies the [Black Snowfield], and to the west lies the [Crimson Azure Land]."
The Black Snowfield is overcast for most of the year, earning its name from its dark, dark sky. The Blue Land is a vast wetland shrouded in mist, a dangerous area filled with bottomless swamps. Furthermore—
"Deep within the azure earth lies the vampire kingdom—the Kingdom of Dustia."
"...Is that so? That's where the vampire country is."
Mei'er's hand paused slightly.
Vampires are also a very closed-minded race. While they are said to have the smallest population of all races, their strength is undeniable. They are ranked alongside the Dragonoids and are manipulated by the Church in the Northern Continent, becoming synonymous with evil.
At the same time, vampires are also the race of Mei'er's biological father. Mei'er's red eyes are proof that she has inherited the blood of the vampire clan.
I wonder how Mei'er feels about her biological father whom she doesn't even know what he looks like?
Not only Meredith, Oscar and Nez also observed Mel's reaction, but...
"Xiao Mi, face forward."
"Ah, okay."
For Mel, it seemed more important to deal with Meredith's hair, as her search for chopped vegetables had left her hair covered in more sauce.
I can't let Meredith see the sauce-stained handkerchief! Mel's current mood is, "Vegetable scraps, where the hell have you been? Oscar! You chopped it too finely!"
The finer the shreds are, the lighter and more delicious they are. To be criticized for such knife skills is completely taking one's anger out on others.
Oscar could see the unreasonable protest from the fierce look in Mei's eyes, and he couldn't help but give Mei a cold look.
"Um~ Finally, let me explain the frontier zone. Along the southern side of the Raison Grand Canyon, from the southern continent's westernmost tip all the way to the territory of the Grandat Empire, this area is called the frontier zone."
"That's where the war is going on, right?"
"Rather, is it more appropriate to say that the area designated for war is more suitable?"
After all, the border between humans and demons is separated by the [Leisen Grand Canyon].
Who would want to travel through a demonic realm where magic power dissipates and ferocious monsters roam rampant, with enemies eyeing them fiercely?
In that case, we can just wait until humans enter the demonic territory and then launch a large-scale magical attack. With any luck, humans will fall directly to the bottom, and we won't have to bother dealing with the bodies.
"Perhaps that's why the demons have set up a border defense facility not far from the canyon. It's truly astonishing, a wall of immeasurable length, known as the 'Ten Thousand Demons Castle'."
The devil is really good at this~Miletti exclaimed.
That scene must be truly magnificent. Oscar and Niz imagined it, their eyes filled with longing.
Mei'er finally noticed the escaping vegetable fragments at this time, and her eyes suddenly lit up.
"Okay, that's the basics. Now let's get to the point, regarding the secret bases and branches..."
"Got it!"
Mei's grip remained rough, and she pulled out the vegetable fragments along with a few strands of Meredith's hair. "It hurts!?" Meredith cried out in pain.
Mei was like a pirate who had found treasure, holding up vegetable scraps and a few strands of blonde hair.
Oscar and Natsu looked up at the sky, unable to bear the sight. And then—
"Hey, Mei-nee! Why did you suddenly pull my hair? What's going on?! Why is my hair wet?! And it even tastes salty and sweet!?"
Meredith finally realized the tragedy that was happening to her.
Her eyes grew sharper.
"Xiao Mi, calm down. Everyone fails. Mei believes that a forgiving heart is a must-have for an organization leader."
Meredith looked back at Mel with a sweet smile on her face.
Mei'er's face kept twitching.
"Anyway, I just have one question. Mei'er-sister, do you truly understand everything I've said?"
“…Of course.”
"Then please explain what Mr. Meredith taught you. Explain it right now. Come on, quickly."
"..."
Mei'er's eyes wavered, and after a long pause, she replied with a forced smile:
"Orcs are all shut-ins, humans have many nations, and demons are very powerful!"
"—[Calamity]."
Without any extra points, Mr. Miledi would of course give me a failing grade.
Afterwards, Meredith used regeneration magic to restore her hair to cleanliness. While lecturing Mel, she explained the secret base and branch.
As expected of Mei, who always claimed to "want to be admired by her younger sister at all times," she remembered everything after hearing it once. In other words, the problem with this older sister wasn't her brains, but her personality.
After that, they moved several times. As the sun was about to set, Natsu asked tiredly:
"So, Meredith, should we stay in the town ahead tonight?"
"Yes, because there is a branch there as well."
It seemed that she was going to make an appearance at the branch office and borrow a place to stay overnight.
"Hmm~ Land is really inconvenient. If we were on the sea, we could move without doing anything."
"You were already a useless person when you had that thought, Mei'er."
"It seems that with Mei'er around, Meredith is becoming more and more normal."
"Hey, Ao, what do you mean by that? Mimi is always a cute and beautiful magician with common sense and seriousness."
"Yeah, that's just not normal in places like this."
During their conversation, the final transfer took place.
The distance that Meredith had indicated to Nizu was perfect. The group moved to the front of a small hill and confirmed their destination from the top of the hill - the town of [Pranza] northeast of [Beruka Kingdom].
The group went straight into town and headed to the branch's Wheat Chamber of Commerce.
The three-story, imposing Chamber of Commerce bears the sign "Lemont Chamber of Commerce," and behind it lies a large warehouse even larger than the Chamber of Commerce itself.
"Good afternoon~ I'm your regular customer, Mireidi!"
"Ms. Reddy!"
The young female counter clerk suddenly stood up, as if she was about to kick over a chair. She almost shouted "Boss," and although she managed to keep it within the scope of a slip of the tongue, for a counter clerk who should have been strictly trained, this mistake was really unacceptable.
Although most of the business in this store is done in a separate room, there are not many outsiders in the hall, but there are still a few customers who look over, wanting to know what is going on.
The female clerk probably knew that she had made a mistake. The corner of her eye twitched for a moment, but she quickly put on a smile.
"Welcome, Miss Mireidi, the beautiful wheat-specializing genius and gourmet girl. How's the 'Society to Prove Wheat is the Universal Crop' going?"
Everyone present opened their eyes wide, thinking "What is that!?", and Meredith also opened her eyes wide in surprise.
"Of course it went smoothly! This time I'm also going to buy a large quantity for research purposes! Of course, I'll also let the members of the guild taste the finished products used in the experiment later!"
As expected of a leader, he responded skillfully by adapting to circumstances.
The customers around her looked stunned, as if asking, "Really? Is there really such a title and such a research group..." However, the other staff members who were originally serving the customers whispered something to them, and they immediately gave Meredith a look of deep pity and walked out as if nothing had happened.
Meredith was probably considered mentally ill. Anyway—
"Please wait a moment. I'll go get the president now."
“…OK.”
The female clerk seemed unusually reserved. Something seemed off, even with the previous mistake.
Sensing that something was amiss, Mireidi obediently followed the waitress's instructions.
I saw the female clerk jogging into the store.
"What happened?"
Oscar seemed to have sensed it too. No, it wasn't just Oscar, Natsu and Mel also had questioning expressions on their faces.
Not long after, a fat man in his fifties walked out of the store.
The man smoothed his already thinning black hair with his hands, the fat on his jaw and abdomen swaying unrestrainedly, as if proclaiming this as proof of his success as a businessman. He was the president of the Wheat Merchants Association and also the "supporter" who served as the branch manager of the "Liberator Planza Branch" - Bratt Lemont.
He had the smile of a businessman who was a regular customer.
Indeed, even though the leader of the organization had arrived, the smile on his face wasn't a genuine one, but a strangely forced one. Normally, he would have treated Meredith like he had the Esperade branch.
"...Long time no see, Bulat. Are you busy?"
"Long time no see, Miss Meredith. I've been a bit busy."
Blatter continued:
"However, I am truly overjoyed to have Miss Meredith here. I did send a letter, but I guess I missed it. To think you could come so soon... is truly a blessing."
"You need me for something, right?"
"Yes, there's something I absolutely want you to see as soon as possible. Please follow me to the 'inner warehouse'."
Meredith did not ask him any more questions.
Because even though Bratt was smiling, his eyes were very serious. The reason why he sent a messenger at full speed to inform Meredith was right there.
Meredith turned around and looked at Oscar and the others. Oscar and the others nodded in response. Although they appeared calm on the surface, a strong will shone in their eyes.
"This way, please."
Bratt immediately led the way for them. They passed through the Chamber of Commerce and into the vast warehouse, passing between piles of large sacks filled with wheat.
Afterwards, the group arrived at the deepest part of the warehouse, where wheat bags of all sizes were piled up in a chaotic manner, as if they were all discarded items.
Blatt moved the wheat bags around. Although they were still placed in a mess, Blatt moved without hesitation. It can be seen that each wheat bag has its own clear position.
"Excuse me for introducing myself. I've been assigned to manage this branch. My name is Bratt Lemont. Mr. Oscar, Mr. Nez, and Ms. Mel, please be my mentor. I'm truly delighted that you three have responded to Ms. Meredith's request."
Even as he continued to move his hands, one could still sense that Blatt was speaking the truth. Oscar and the others, though confused, still greeted him.
"I really wanted to gather everyone in the branch to welcome you, but... the situation doesn't allow it."
The moment Blatt said this, the floor creaked and sank slightly. At the same time, the floor not far away slid open, revealing a path leading underground.
It seems that the mechanism is activated by a slight adjustment of weight.
"The report I received indicates that Ms. Mei is a magician of the Age of Gods who restores the system."
Bratt led the way, confirming with Mei'er with his eyes.
"Yes, I'm confident that I can cure him as long as he's still alive."
"That's great! I barely made it."
"Brat, what are you talking about—"
Meredith couldn't help but ask, but the answer was soon in front of her.
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