Let's go back in time.

On August 10, the idea of holding an air race in the village of Toka was discussed among the Nords.

The idea was conveyed to the volunteers of the Nordic Federation through of .

Rhodoth, the great-grandson of Sion, had also heard of the story.

"An air race. ....... I think we talked about that when Jin-san and I visited the village of Toka in the Kingdom of Klein,...... or was it in another place?　Well, no."

Where is not so important. Rhodes was motivated to get involved.

"A wind-powered floater (blow floater) race?　I love it!　Let's get out there!

Marikka's students are also motivated.

After all, Marikka developed the "Blow Floater" about 250 years ago.

Therefore, the response within the Nordic Federation was great, and a total of 10 teams announced their participation.

* * * * * * * * *

Meanwhile, in Horai Island, the host of the event behind the scenes.

"As for the air race, I'm thinking of calling it the <<1st Marikka Cup>>."

Jin said his idea in front of the whole .

"What?

"Oh, I like that."

"I agree."

"I think it's a good idea."

Everyone agreed except for Maricka.

"Is this the Marikka Cup?"

"Yes. Because Marikka developed the Blow Floater, didn't she?　That's why we named it after the developer. I don't think there's anything wrong with that."

"Whew ......"

"The winner is supposed to get a trophy with Marikka's name on it, right?"

The embarrassed Marikka receives a further blow.

The voice comes from Zion, who has come to inform her of the situation in the Nordic Federation.

"Whew... ......."

Marikka looks more and more embarrassed.

"...... It's okay. <

Zion followed up, thinking that he had indeed teased her too much.

"Oh, yes, that's right. Besides, you have to go to the site ......."

But Jin also said,

"But you know, ...... I'm thinking we should all go and see it together."

He said to me,

"No, no, no, ......."

Marikka was upset.

* * * * * * * * * * *

Time flew by and it was September 14.

"Oh, you're doing great!

Rhodes, who was testing a new type of , nodded his head in satisfaction on the plane.

The circular wings have been replaced by elliptical wings, which are longer in profile and more stable than before. The result is more stability than before, though it is less maneuverable.

"From here, let's study how to increase the speed and maneuverability.

After first ensuring stability and safety, research is conducted to fulfill the next requirement.

That was the Rhodes way.

"Lo, you seem to be doing well.

"Yes, Grandmother. You've been working on the plane for a while now.

Down below, Zion and Rhodes' sister, Vita, were looking up at the sky.

And one more.

"Mr. Rhodes, you've shaved a second off your time!"

Ludmilla, Rhodes' fiancée and <>, is also there, assisting with measurements and guidance.

"Have we decided on a date for the event?"

Vita asked Zion.

"I just got a call from Jin, and he said that the date has been set for October 10.

"That's less than a month away.

"If that's all we have, I'm sure all the contestants will be ready."

"I'm looking forward to it.

* * * *

The same day, Jin was about to leave the Kingdom of Klein.

"Thank you, Jin-dono, for all your help.

King Mericolance I himself is on his way to see him off.

"Jin-dono!　I hope to see you again!

Corwin Raqqa Kiddo, Minister of Magic and Technology, is also holding Jin's hand and looking as if he is about to leave.

"Makina-dono, I will give you the interim report on the <>.

Well, well, well, thank you very much for your time.

Erna, please be careful on your way.

Thank you very much.

Erza's doppelganger, Erna, also shook hands with Marielle Racka Pactra, who looked sad to leave her behind.

"Good-bye, Mr. Zion.

"Yes, thank you."

Zion D. is also being asked to shake hands with the people of the Klein Kingdom as if he is leaving them behind.

By the way, at this time, Zion himself is in the Nordic Federation, looking at Rhodes' , and the old man is piloting it for him.

And <> soars slowly into the sky.

"Oh, that's a relief."

"Thank you, my lord."

The old man said with the mouth of Zion D. "Thank you very much for your hard work, my lord.

"...... Come to think of it, I don't think Corwin Raqqa Kido, Minister of Magical Technology, was as threatened by Zion as he seemed to be."

"Perhaps Master Zion nailed him beforehand."

The old man replies in the mouth of Zion D. But to this he replies,

"......Mr. Zion's voice and face are a little strange to use that tone of voice.

Jin says to him.

"Yes, please do so. ......"

And then,

"Father, what are you going to do now?

Reiko asked,

"I'm going back to Horaijima for today, and from tomorrow I'll start redevelopment of Kutsudo Mine.

"The date has been set for October 10, hasn't it?

Jin and Zion D. had a meeting that morning.

"Now all we have to do is to do a lot of things until the event is held.

"I'll help you."

"Leave it to me, father."

With these voices, Aristotle soars through the sky.

"Well, instead of going straight to Horai Island, let's stop by the Nordic Federation."

"Yes, I think that's a good idea."

Erna agrees, and <> turns north.