The Reincarnated Count’s Daughter Is the Strongest as She Is Loved by the Spirits, Though She Is Only Wishing for Regular Romance! - 28.1

Chapter 28 : The Margrave is Scary.

From then on, we arrived at our destination without any problems, except for the occasional magical beast that came to look at us between the walls of light.

(“Please get off the carriage here. You have to walk from this point.”)

A boy and girl with glowing red eyes floated gently in the air, waiting at the end of the road. 

From here, the road was rocky and the trees towered high with thick trunks. We set up a barrier around the carriage with magic tools, and we all decided to go to the Spirit King.

It’s scary to see a beautiful expressionless child who looks symmetrical like a doll. 

Without a word of complaint, even the ladies in dresses began to walk silently. Or maybe all the women in Norland are so strong? 

They walk as if to say, ‘Leave it to me.’.

It’s definitely more comfortable here than having to sit in a luxurious royal palace with all the pretensions. 

I’ve come prepared with comfortable shoes. Cynthia always makes sure I have non-slip shoes with jagged grooves on the soles.

As we proceeded along a narrow, rocky path with walls on both sides, a light unexpectedly fell from the sky. There was no change in the place it touched, and the light dissolved into the ground and disappeared as it was.

“What was that just now?”

(“It’s purification magic. You are not allowed to bring even a single species of living creature other than spirit beasts from the outside, to the place we are going. Those who cannot promise to do so will be asked to turn back here.”)

It feels like going into a sterile room, doesn’t it?

Is it because we’re not being invited into a room, that’s why we can’t bring in any foreign species ?

As we continued along the path, I realized that my thoughts were correct.

Perhaps because of the proximity of the volcano or the residence of the Fire Spirit King, the temperature gradually became higher. The trunks of the thick trees lining both sides of the road are dark, with ivy hanging from their branches. 

I had seen this large-leafed plant in the greenhouse of the botanical garden in my previous life. It is a plant from the tropics.

After following a path where the landscape had completely changed, we suddenly found ourselves in an open area. A plain of knee-high grass was covered with colorful flowers, and a large lake could be seen beyond it.

“This is …… hot water.”

“You’re right.”

It’s too cold to be a hot spring, but still warm enough for the water. The water is so clear that you can see the bottom and see the fish swimming around. 

I wonder if magma is flowing underground. 

No, I shouldn’t have these normal thoughts. 

It is impossible for this place to be in the tropics. If having a volcano nearby turned it into a tropical region, then Japan’s climate would be all over the place.

“Dia, did you see that bird?”

“Yeah… What’s going on?”

Even the flashy blue and yellow bird is a tropical bird. I wouldn’t be surprised if there were chameleons here too. They mustn’t allow foreign species to be brought in. This place is like a different world.

(“Do you like it?”)

“Suou.”

Before I knew it, Suou was standing between me and Big Brother Alan.

Wearing a thin, reddish-brown cardigan-like garment that reached down to the ankles over black clothes. With short red hair and a well-proportioned tall figure with his brown skin, he exuded his usual handsome charm. The women were mesmerized. 

“It’s such a beautiful place, isn’t it?”

“There are some rare birds here, right?”

(“We’ve made this place a comfortable place for us to live. Because there is almost no interaction with other areas, it has created its own ecosystem.”)

As expected of the Spirit King. He changes the climate to make it more comfortable for him to live in.

(“It must have been a long journey, Velisario”)

This time too, everyone except me and Big Brother Alan were kneeling. I wonder if anyone told them about it already. No one looks surprised. My father was right next to me, kneeling right in front of Suou.

Suou gently places his big hand on me and Big Brother Alan’s head, while speaking to my father with a smile. 

It feels like Suou is our guardian, I glanced over at Alan, wondering what was going on here. But he too seems to be looking at me with a ‘what’s going on?’ expression.

“No, rather, I apologize it took so long.”

(“To change the way humans thought, who had almost forgotten the existence of spirits. It’s natural that it takes time. I’m glad that people who want to live with the spirits have come to this place. It makes me happy.”)

“Well then, would you mind if I introduce you to the Norland people who rule this land?”

(“No problem.”)

The conversation is progressing with a solemn atmosphere, but Big Brother Alan and I are still having our heads scratched by Suou. 

Should we quietly step aside? Or should we ignore it and just stand here?

Maybe Suou only thinks of this as a perfect place to put his hands on. When I glanced to the side, Big Brother Alan was escaping reality by looking at the scenery in the distance.

(“Margrave Norland, we finally met in this place.’”)

“Yes. I am deeply grateful for the invitation and the protection from the dragon on the way here.”

(“I made you come this far, it’s the least I can do. I’ve arranged a place where we can have a relaxed conversation over there. I’ll  invite Margrave Norland’s family. What about you and your group, Velisario ? ”)

Big Brother Alana and I quickly shook our heads. 

Since only our family is invited to Ruri, it would be better if only Margrave Norland’s family were invited here.

(“Then there’s something I’d like to talk to you about first. Are there any immigrants from across the strait in this country?”)

“Across the strait… you mean Stark or Pendels? Yes, there are.”

(“Are there any Nicodemus believers?”)

“…probably”

Nicodemus is a religion that believes that humans are a race chosen by God and are the rulers of this world. Our country has clearly established a policy of coexistence with spirits over the past few years, so preaching should not be allowed. However, there might be people among the immigrants who still hold this faith.

(“Banish them from the country.”)

I couldn’t help but look up at Suou’s face, surprised by his cold voice, which was different from his usual voice.

(“You should be able to recognize the people from Pendels by the diamond-shaped birthmark on the back of their hand. Those who believe in spirits and try to live with them will have their birthmarks disappear. Anyone with the birthmark is considered a threat. Expel them too.”)

This is the first time the Spirit King has given an order in such a strong tone. Father and Margrave Norland looked at each other and then looked up at Suou.

“Did those people do something again?”

(“Yes. They assassinated the second prince of Luftanen.”)

“That wasn’t because of the power struggle?!”

(“No, it was a power struggle. That land has a deeper and prosperous connection with spirits than this country. From the perspective of Nicodemus, such a country should not exist.”)

“Was it the second queen who was rumored to have been murdered?”

“Yes, but I don’t think there was any evidence.”

(“Until about two years ago, that country forgot about spirits and lived using magic tools.  Even so, there were no issues as a nation. Therefore, it became a model for those of Pendels and the followers of Nicodemus. That was the goal.”)

Suddenly, they remembered the existence of spirits, began to raise spirit beasts, and even made contact with the Spirit King. As a result, the country became filled with magical energy, crops grew steadily, and the national strength further increased. 

To the followers of Nicodemus, this might seem like an act of betrayal.

(“I think it was a bad decision that only the center could not obtain the spirit, and the difference between them and the others was clearly shown. Those who had believed in the Nicodemus religion until now are leaving, and more and more people are thinking that they should coexist with spirits. As a result, civil wars are occurring in some areas of Stark where there were many Pendelian immigrants.’”)

“Then there’s a possibility that Velisario’s children will be targeted.”

Everyone’s eyes turned to us, but Suou shook his head slowly.

(“Velisario territory has a large number of spirit beasts and is heavily defended. As more and more people live with spirits, it is difficult for people with birthmarks to live there. Diadora may stands out, but she has our protection.’”)

“Are you saying they’re relocating to other regions?”

(“Yes, and Norland, if your contact with me increases from now on, you might become their targets too.”)?

When Margrave Norland heard those words, he smiled evilly.

“We’ve been defending our territory while fighting magical beasts. We even have a lot of experience against humans. We won’t be defeated easily.”

Cody-sama, Greta-sama, and Jude-sama who were behind him seemed to have the same thoughts. 

It was a good thing that the place where the Spirit King lived was ruled by Margrave Norland. Because they had fighting ability.

“Father, we must quickly increase the number of spirit beasts.”

“Indeed. We must work hard so that we won’t lose to Velisario.”

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Translated by : Cutae30