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"We absolutely cannot accept any interference in the middle of the development process," Jin insisted.

Jin insisted that he would never accept any interference in the middle of the development. However,

"If we are planning to sail for a long period of time, and if we are planning to go to the northern sea area, we will need equipment against demons.

He also adds, "If you are planning to sail for a long period of time and to go to the northern sea area, you will need equipment against demons.

The first sea monster that comes to mind is the Death Serpent. It is a ferocious monster that appeared the other day.

Next is <. It is a huge whale-like creature. It is one of the docile ones, but when it is angered, it is terrifying as it hits you with its huge 20-meter body.

It is rarely encountered, but it is a <>. They are said to prey on <>, so you can imagine how scary they are.

"These are the three types of bowsalls you should watch out for. Bowalls can swim at speeds of about 30 kilometers per hour, so it is possible for them to escape, but it is necessary to intercept Death Serpents and Sea Dragons."

"......"

Those who listened were speechless. They were amazed at Jin's knowledge as well as hearing once again the horror of the sea monsters.

"The best way is to attack them from the air. If we try to make port calls at night as much as possible and sail only during the daytime, we can choose to attack from hot air balloons.

"I see."

The danger of sailing is better to be reduced.

The project members listened to Jin's explanation.

"The problem is that we will be attacked from underwater, but this can be avoided with the magic of acoustic sonar.

"Acoustic sonar?

Yes. It's a kind of engineering magic that plays sound in the water. The creatures in the water will not like the sound and will leave.

"I see."

Jin explained the know-how of the Death Serpent.

Everyone agreed and decided to incorporate what they could into the design.

"But that admiral Gaudino was a bit strange," commented project leader Sergio.

Sergio, the project leader, said in a low voice, "But that admiral Gaudino was a little bit crazy.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Of course, Jin also thought something was wrong and secretly ordered the old man to find out what was going on, and the result was reported the same night.

"You're early."

Jin received the report at Nido Castle in the village of Kaina, where he was staying due to the time difference. In case you are wondering, Erza and the twins are on Horai Island tonight.

.

"Yes, and?"

"What?

"Ummm... ?

"Well, if he's a ......, what the hell does he want?"

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After thinking for a moment what to do, Jin decided to ask the old man's guess, hoping it would be of some help.

"...... Can I ask you a few questions for reference?"

"Well, yeah. Well, yes, that is true.

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Jin thought, "I see.

<3>The third possibility is that they have come to inspect the soundness of the project, that they are not just a group of yes-men.

"If that's the case, it's a bad person."

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It's just that the possibility is not zero.

I hope it's the third one. ......"

It is hard to believe that there is any hostile force against the Kingdom of Elias in the world today.

"It will be a while before the <> is established."

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"I will ask the Marquis of Florenziano tomorrow."

What is it?

What?　I have not heard of this.

First thing in the morning, Jin visited the Marquis at the Lords of Potlock.

"Besides, it is hard to believe that the Admiral of the Konoe Navy would do such a thing himself.

"That's right."

It is not likely that the head of an organization would personally visit a project and add his/her requests.

"...... sabotage, is it?"

Marchese Florenziano pondered.

"If so, by whom and for what purpose?

That is the biggest question for Jin as well. He wondered if there were any hostile forces that even the old man did not know about.

"I will look into it on my own. Then, as for the project, please pretend that you did not hear such a request and proceed."

"Okay."

The question remained, but Jin was relieved about the project.

"I see, that's a relief.

After that, Jin explained the Marquis Florenziano's words to the members of the project team, and they all felt relieved.

* * * * * * * * *

While Jin was visiting the Marquis Florenziano, the old man was searching for a suspicious man using the <.

<>

The same day, before noon, he finds a suspicious man. He was Regulus 6, aka .

Yes. But there seems to be something wrong with him.

<>

He seems to be out cold.

<>

How can I help you?

The old man thought for about two seconds and then decided on a course of action.

.

And the order was carried out.

The man who called himself <>, bound with ropes and wards, was brought to the old man through the warp gate of the sea-eroded cave.

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<, he was a little surprised. He was under the used by the northerners.

<>.

<>......? >>

The one who can use <> that the old man doesn't know about is Lardus, the missing <>.

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I searched for Lardus with my magi radar based on the dagger I once took from him, but I could not find him. It is assumed that he is taking some kind of countermeasure.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

That night, Jin received a report at Nido Castle,

"Hmmm, Lardus......... I can't believe he just showed up. Mobilize the 5th line of rangers (Quinta) and keep an eye out for the Kingdom of Elias.

However, nothing unusual happened after that, and the conclusion was that if it was Lardus, it was just a prank.