Having decided to go to the Kingdom of Klein, Jin started preparations the next day.

Of course, he would use .

He is accompanied by Elsa and Hannah. Edgar is of course the pilot, and of course Reiko is with him.

"Maybe we should ask Licia to join us. ...... Elsa, what do you think?"

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

The plan is to take the road to Toka village, and Kaina village will have to suffer some changes if that is the case.

Licia is also a member of the Jin family, so we don't have a choice but not to inform them, Erza said.

"Okay," Elsa said. <

The old man will be in charge of the contact. We leave tomorrow, February 24th.

Until then, Roland and Raglan are to enjoy the village of Kaina to the fullest.

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"Thank you for the invitation, Jin-san!　Hannah-chan, Erza-san, it's been a long time!

Licia, long time no see!

Licia-san, long time no see.

As scheduled, in the afternoon of the 24th, landed at Toka village and picked up Licia.

"I know it was short notice, but did you get the job done?"

Jin asks after all this time.

"Yes, it's the off-season and there's not much paperwork to do.

Licia replied with a smile.

"Yes, you are flying ......."

"I've learned that there are still many things in this world that amaze me at my age. ......"

"......"

Roland and Raglan are looking out the window of and remain excited. Bote is silently biting at the window.

In case you were wondering, the carriage they rode in was the one that Jin had promised to deliver them safely using the golem.

arrives at Alban, the capital of the Kingdom of Klein, without even going full speed. They headed directly for the landing bed of the royal castle.

"Jin-san, are we with you?

Roland, a civilian, shouted impatiently.

"Oh, that's right. What should we do?

Now that the balloonists of the Klein Kingdom have identified as such and are leading the way, we can't just land anywhere else.

"We'll have to explain the situation and ask you to leave the landing pad. ......"

"Well, that's the only way. ......"

Roland's shoulders slumped,

"Well, do you still know him?"

Raglan, a former baronet and former military man, was unconcerned.

And then, the landed.

The first to land is the squire, Reiko.

"Oh, Reiko!　Long time no see!

Princess Rieschen, it's been a long time!

Princess Rieschen herself greeted Jin.

Jin and Elsa came out next.

"Her Highness Princess Rieschen, it has been a long time."

"Jin, it's been a while. I'm glad to see that Elsa is doing well.

Your Highness, it's a pleasure to see you again.

You're stiff. Well, I guess that's just the way it is in this situation.

Your Highness, excuse me.

Oh, you said your name is ...... Licia. You were with Jin?

Yes, I am.

Licia shrinks back in fear,

"Good. I'll treat you as a friend of Jin's today.

"Thank you very much."

Then Hannah said.

"Princess, it's been a long time!"

Oh, Hannah!　You've grown up a bit!

Princess Rieschen jumped up and hugged Hannah.

"Welcome! You can relax now, can't you?"

"Yes, I have some matters to discuss with you, once I'm done."

"Mm-hmm, I'm looking forward to it."

Princess Rieschen nods in a good mood.

And then.

"Your Royal Highness, it's a pleasure to meet you for the first time. My name is Raglan Eastwood, former baronet and vice-captain of the 3rd garrison.

Raglan......Eastwood............Oh, I've heard of you. You're the second-in-command of a unit that once served in the conflict with the Kingdom of Franz!

I'm ashamed to admit it, sir.

Jin, who was standing next to him, was surprised, because he had no idea that Raglan Eastwood had such a background.

"Is that your family beside me?"

I am Roland, your daughter-in-law, and Eric, your grandson.

My name is Roland.

Eric.

Roland is calm on the surface. Eric, in a slightly hushed voice, saluted each of them.

"And over there is your servant, Bote."

"My name is Beaute."

Raglan Eastwood said the closing words.

"And now, please, make your acquaintance."

A salute.

"Well, the Raglan Trading Company has done a great job of popularizing the pump. I look forward to working with you in the future.

Thank you very much.

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After the greeting on the tarmac, the members of the Raglan Trading Company were allowed to return to their stores.

Jin and his party, including Edgar, were then taken to the reception room of the royal castle.

"First of all,...... it's been a long time, Jin!　......Speak easy now!"

"......Yes, long time no see, Rhys."

Princess Rieschen nodded her head in satisfaction when she heard them call her that.

Then the natives congratulated them on their engagement.

"And now, congratulations on your engagement. Ries, congratulations on your engagement.

Congratulations!

Congratulations!

Congratulations, sister!

Mm-hmm, thank you, guys.

I brought you some tea.

Then Tia comes in with tea.

"Ms. Jin, Ms. Elsa, Ms. Licia, Ms. Hannah, Mr. Reiko, Mr. Edgar, welcome!

Tia, how are you?

"Yes, I'm as good as ever."

Yes, I'm doing well. - That's good to hear.

So, what can I do for you today?

Princess Rieschen asked over a cup of tea.

"I heard from the Raglan merchants about the road improvement project.

"Oh, that's a good story. That's good news, isn't it?"

Public works projects like this were being undertaken in many countries in order to create jobs and stimulate the economy.

The construction of the monorail in the Kingdom of Cerroa was for the same purpose.

"Since then, more plans have been made. This is a good opportunity to hear the opinions of the Djinn.

Princess Rieschen then spoke.