Chapter 89
(Kyle
Calendar Year 506: Age 13)
Joint Elite Tournament ① - Guests
Translator : PolterGlast
It was late autumn
when everyone, exhausted, sighed in relief in the Teigun administrative office
conference room.
"Somehow... we're
going to make it."
After my triumphant
return from the battlefield, I urgently asked everyone to prepare for the elite
tournament in Teigun. For just over a month since then, everyone had been
working tirelessly, sacrificing sleep.
"Yes, we would
have been in danger if it wasn't for the timely reinforcements of the Earth
Mages and Gravity Mage Yoltia at the very end," Miseri also sighed in
relief. With the power of the newly joined Mages, acquired after the secret
agreement with Father Grace, construction had progressed rapidly.
Originally, the elite
tournament was held in early summer, with the second one in autumn. This time,
due to the war, it was planned for mid-autumn. However, I had suddenly ordered
it to be held in Teigun. Because of insufficient time to prepare the venue and
reception facilities, it had been postponed. Therefore, the third tournament
was rescheduled to late autumn, near the end of the year (though even that was
initially deemed impossible).
<New
Construction>
The planned site for
the northern barbican, which was to be built in the second phase of development
starting next year, was repurposed as the tournament venue.
On the north side of
Teigun, a triangular piece of land, 800 m east-west and 800 m north-south, was
transformed into an arena enclosed by walls, complete with a post town, a
dining district, and ample spectator seating.
There was an abundance
of stone for the walls. Earth Mages cut stones from the cliffs on either side
of Teigun, two Space-Time Mages stored and transported them, and with the aid
of the Gravity Mage, they were stacked to form the foundation of the earthen
walls. Note that work involving the Gravity Mage, Yoltia, was done at night
with limited personnel to avoid drawing attention.
Watching the
construction of the walls progress, I vividly realized how overpowered Mages in
this world were. Thus, at a rapid pace, a wall was completed that, while still
insufficient in thickness and height as a defensive structure, was at least
passable for a town.
In parallel with the
exterior wall construction, internal work also proceeded, and the arena,
accommodation facilities, and other temporary structures seemed to be completed
just in time. The total number of people involved in these construction
projects was 1,100: 400 temporary laborers staying in Teigun, 400 prisoners,
200 regular army soldiers (including those temporarily dispatched at my
father's request), and 100 from the mercenary corps. Many townspeople also
helped with the work as volunteers. And the result of everyone's efforts is
what we have now.
※
The preparations for
the 3rd Elite Tournament (Five-Territory Joint Competition) were now complete.
Two weeks before the
event, my father, mother, sister, and steward, Raymond, arrived from Est. They
were accompanied by maids from the lord's mansion and staff from the
administrative office, coming to support us.
"This is it! This
is Teigun, built by Takuhir-sama! Magnificent! Truly magnificent!"
Raymond, who had visited Teigun two years ago during his inspection, was deeply
impressed.
"Takuhir, how is
that matter progressing?"
"Yes, smoothly.
And thank you again for the invitation this time."
"Hmm, I'm looking
forward to it. You've become quite... understanding, haven't you?"
"No, no, I'm
still far from it..."
From an outsider's
perspective, it looked like a conversation between a corrupt magistrate and a
shrewd merchant from a period drama. Yes, my father hadn't changed since the
"condemnation event" in Est. My father had come ahead, even before my
mother and sister, who were leading the reinforcement force.
"However, please
be very careful once Mother arrives. Father, please also moderate
yourself..." I cautioned my father as much as I could.
※
This time, after
consulting with Raymond, we also constructed a new brothel in the post town
that would serve as the arena. The long-term plan was to relocate a part of the
brothels from within Teigun itself. I had also heard that during the
tournament, temporary support staff for that purpose would be dispatched from
Est to Teigun and the post town.
Of course, I had
properly explained the situation to my mother and obtained her tacit approval
for this matter. I also informed my father about it (that I had told my
mother).
The previous
condemnation event was somewhat unbearable to watch, so I made sure to warn my
father this time to prevent a similar incident.
【In the previous timeline】There was no event in my memory where my father was
condemned.
【In this world】As a result of my various actions:
·
Profits from speculation in the grain market,
·
Rewards from two campaigns.
·
Profits from the 1st Elite Tournament.
Including these, not
only my father's personal finances but also the territory's economy had gained
a significant surplus. This might have caused my father's behavior to change. I
feel a little responsible for it.
※
Upon the arrival of my
mother, sister, the maids, and Miguel, the head chef, they immediately entered
the guesthouse and began their work. I assigned Yoltia to my mother as her
subordinate.
"Ma'am, thank you
so much for everything the other day. I will never forget your kindness in
making my dream come true, something I had always longed for."
Yoltia was deeply
moved and worked under her benefactress, my mother's command.
"Yoltia-san, I'm
glad you seem happy. Is everyone treating you well?"
"Yes, I'm so
happy, it feels like a dream."
"I was just
hoping to borrow your connections. Please lend me your strength."
"Yes, ma'am. I'd
be happy to if I can be of service!"
My mother had acquired
the strongest intelligence agent. Thus, without our knowledge, it could be said
that my father's "noble inclinations" were completely exposed.
※
Three days before the
event, many people, including guests of honor, tourists, and envoys, began to arrive
in Teigun.
This time, only guests
of honor, their escorts, invited guests, related merchant parties, and
tournament participants could use the accommodation facilities within Teigun
itself. Even with the expansion, the town's accommodations were almost fully
booked.
General visitors,
previously unrelated merchants, and other escorts were directed to use the
hastily built, yet properly constructed, accommodation facilities at the arena.
These facilities, including temporary lodging, could accommodate a maximum of
1,000 people, but it still wasn't enough. People overflowed into the vacant lot
(on the opposite side of the recently built post town) that was prepared as a
reserve, where temporary tents and makeshift housing were set up.
Then, from the Royal
Capital, my brother Darek arrived, along with, for some reason, the Commander
of the Royal Capital Knights, and other escorts. It was highly unusual for the
Commander himself to visit the frontier, but he was apparently here under the
pretext of an "inspection" for the establishment of the Frontier
Knights. My brother had been summoned by the Headmaster again just before
returning to the territory to support the event, and was apparently assigned
the duty of guiding the "inspection" party.
"I didn't have
time to inform you beforehand. I think this is probably one of their
intentions. Takuhir, I think the Commander and his escorts are probably fully
aware of the Mage situation. Be careful." My brother advised me.
I also shared the
information I received from Father Grace with my brother and assigned Anne to
monitor them. She was already privy to the information and would monitor them
from her position as reception manager and guide.
The results of her
monitoring showed that this time, only one faction was interested in
investigating. This faction consisted of three individuals believed to be
subordinates of a noble belonging to that faction, and the Knight Commander. I
told Anne to continue paying attention to the movements of these four, but
absolutely not to interfere.
Following their
arrival, the party of Margrave Hastburg arrived, along with Viscount Kilias's
party, Viscount Gorman's party, and Baron Cornell's party. It was a grand
procession of over 400 people, including their attendants and participants from
each territory. Apparently, they had all gathered in Est and were led by my
father.
Huh? Father?
My father had gone
ahead with the purpose of "checking the status of the guest
facilities," and as soon as my mother's party arrived, he had returned to
Est for the purpose of "greeting and guiding the guests."
Then, the heads of
each noble house and their families, the staff assisting them, and the
inspection team from the Royal Capital were assigned to the newly established
guesthouse. Other attendants and competition participants were assigned to
pre-designated inns within the town.
By this time, I was
completely occupied with handling the guests, and the final preparations for
the operations were entirely entrusted to Claire and her team. From tomorrow, I
will be running around to fulfill the inspection team's objectives before the
tournament.
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