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Chapter 197: Talking to my Sister-in-law

　The door closed behind them as they froze like statues. Now you’re in a situation you won’t be able to escape easily. But, however, the two of them are not moving, as if this is the first time they’ve been this close to the princess of this country. I’ll have to do something about this.

“Let me introduce you to Axel Holmqvist and Ijidol Capuçon.”

“Ah, I’m Axel.”

“Yes, I-I’m Ijidol.”

　The two greeted her with red faces. They seem to be very nervous in front of a real princess. When it came to Ijidol, he didn’t even seem to realize that he had bitten himself.

“Hehe, I’ve heard about you two. I hear that you are good friends with my brother-in-law. Thank you for everything.”

“Brother?”

　Axel, now petrified, looked at me. I nodded and his eyes went round. Huh? Hasn’t brother Alex’s engagement to Daniela-sama been publicized yet?　Or did they just didn’t know.

“Come to think of it, there was talk of Princess Daniela getting engaged.”

“That’s person is my  brother Alex.’

　When I said that, they looked at me like, "Come on, tell us”.  they gave me a look like I should’ve done so. I don’t know what kind of topics are being talked about here in the royal capital, they don't come into the territorial capital.*

"Hey, why don't you three sit down instead of just standing there?"

　Brother Alex pointed to the sofa. He invited the two of them, who were still nervous, to sit on the sofa. A fluffy sofa. This is definitely a room for high-ranking nobles. Perhaps it is a room where important people from overseas stay.

“Is it okay for me to stay in such a nice room?”

“It’s all right. You’re an important guest of the royal family, Julius.”

　Daniela-sama answered emphatically. The State must be putting a lot of effort into creating magic potions. There was even an attempted poisoning. They seem to be very cautious.

“Ask the servants how to use the rooms. They should know better than me.”

　Brother Alex looked at the servant and the servant bowed lightly.

　Did Brother Alex come here with miss Daniela just to say that?　 could It be? Maybe he wanted Axel and Ijidol to meet her.

　By doing so, I guess he wanted to show that I was connected to the royal family. You’re telling them it won’t hurt to stick with me. Perhaps you are talking about Pietro and Ovidio turning against me. You don’t want that.

“Thank you.”

"That's fine. Rather than that, could you please tell me about what happened in the Royal Magic Potion Division? Daniela-sama would also like to hear it directly from you.”

　 I looked at Daniela-sama and she smiled and nodded. I see,  So this is what she really wants. I'm sure His Majesty the King has asked her to find out more. Regarding the matter of teaching how to make the panacea, it seems that the perfect contact is Daniela-sama.

　Apparently, he is trying to learn about my movements using the connection between Daniela-sama and my brother Alex. Of course, Giovanni-sama, the head of the Royal Palace Potions Masters, must have reported back On me as well. Still, the fact that they want to hear from me means that they think highly of me.

　I can't afford to take up too much of Daniela-sama's time. I’m sure she must have made time for me in her busy schedule. I told her everything that had happened so far, as honestly as I could.

　I told her about today’s events with Axel and Ijidol. Daniela-sama seemed to be very interested in the true magic potion I had developed.

“A great Potion Master?”

“Please, Daniela-sama, don’t take it seriously, okay?　I don’t like being called that.”

　Daniela-sama looks disappointed. I’m not sorry. Let’s change the subject.

“By the way, Daniela-sama , what about the icehouse?”

"That's right. There has been some progress in that regard, so I was thinking of talking to you about it. You have been given permission. The State will pay for all that you’ll need, so don’t hesitate to build it."

　It took a long time to get the permission. Did they take time to control information or something?　I guess my doubts must have shown on my face. Daniela-sama opened spoke again.

“Since you were going to recreate the icehouse that existed in ancient times, His Majesty the King had the royal magic tool makers confirm this. In the end, it was discovered that it was not possible to create such a magic tool.”

　Axel and Ijidol looked at us with a face like, “Huh?” The face looks suspicious and also somewhat enlightened. I’m sure they will be surprised to know that I can also make magic tools.

“I see that you have taken the time to research the icehouse. But the icehouse I’m planning to build is to increase the efficiency of the icehouse we have now, not an ancient one, okay?”

　Well, the finished product may be as close in performance as possible to the icehouses of the ancient advanced civilization. I’m not lying. Apparently, what I said about modifying the icehouse came across differently.

“That may be so, but His Majesty seems to think that the ancient icehouse may be recreated.”

　oh, His Majesty's expectations for me are sky high. Is what I have done so far that highly regarded? ...Well, that's right, isn’t it. There is no doubt that he’ll have a highly favorable impression of someone who saved his life.

“I’m sure you don’t need to worry about that. It’s only a little bit better than the last ice room.”

“Hey, Julius, can I see the blueprints of that icehouse?”

“Oh no, brother. It’s just a minor modification, so I didn’t make any blueprints.”

　I laughs and try to fool him.

“You said you were going to make a blueprint before, right?　Besides, I've been informed that you’ve showed it to the members of the Royal Magic Potions Division. Why don’t you show it to me?”

　Scary!　I’m afraid of my brother’s black smile!　Look, Axel and Ijidol’s faces are turning pale. I’m sure my face looks the same.

I had no choice but to hand over the blueprints for the icehouse.

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