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I Was Caught up in a Hero Summoning, but That World Is at Peace (Web Novel) - Chapter 2515: Company and Exclusive Brush ⑲
Chapter 2515: Company and Exclusive Brush ⑲
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After her discussion with Trois reached a certain conclusion, Cornelia felt a wave of exhaustion wash over her. As a noble lady, she ought to swallow her fatigue and maintain an unruffled expression, but she had no such composure left, and her weariness showed plainly on her face.
Had this merely been a social gathering, Count Sharon would surely have rebuked her for revealing such vulnerability and inviting others to look down on her. Yet this time, he felt no urge to fault his daughter.
After all, even he, who had experienced countless negotiations as head of a County, felt that if he let his guard slip, his fatigue would show on his own face. It seemed only natural that Cornelia, still lacking in experience, could not fully conceal hers.
(……This doesn’t mean everything is over. There’s still much we need to prepare for…… but I don’t want to think about that right now. I want to soak in a warm bath and calm my mind…… use aroma oils and candles, and relax as much as possible……)
There had been many factors contributing to her mental exhaustion: negotiating with Trois, an opponent so far above her that she felt as though she had been dancing in the palm of his hand, and confronting a new technology that could drastically reshape the history of magical tools.
And looking ahead, there were still renowned figures such as Bacchus, Gluttony, and Amel, figures of true renown, but she had no desire to think about them at the moment.
As Cornelia was lost in such thoughts, Trois spoke.
[Now then, our discussion on behalf of the Seditch Magic Tool Company has concluded. However, on a separate matter, I have been entrusted with a message for Lady Cornelia. May I deliver it?]
[Eh? F- For me?]
[Yes. It is from Tetra, the Special Advisor to our company’s Accounting Department. Though to be precise, it is not from her in her official capacity, but from Tetra personally.]
[From Tetra-sama……? Errr, what is it about?]
Hearing Trois’ words, Cornelia tilted her head in puzzlement. She had indeed met Tetra before through Kaito’s introduction and exchanged greetings, but being told she had a personal message for her, unrelated to the magic tool company, left her unable to guess her purpose.
[Before that, I would like to confirm something. According to the information we have obtained, is it correct that Lady Cornelia will soon become the representative of the Victor Trading Company? If this is not something you can discuss yet, there is no need to answer.]
[Indeed…… In the near future, we do intend to appoint Cornelia as the representative of the Victor Trading Company…… But does that relate to Tetra-sama’s message?]
It was no issue that Trois had obtained information regarding the Victor Trading Company. Although the decision had been finalized only a few days prior, preparations had long been underway with the assumption that Cornelia would become its representative. It was neither surprising that he knew, nor something that needed to be hidden.
[Yes. In that case, please confirm what Tetra has entrusted to me.]
[This magic tool is……?]
[A magic tool capable of recording and playing back voices. It was not commercialized due to excessive cost relative to its performance, but Tetra purchased a prototype for personal use. Well, with this new technology, commercialization may become feasible…… but for now, please understand that it contains the message from Tetra.]
What Trois placed on the table was a voice-recording magic tool. Though it could store only a few minutes of audio, its production cost was exorbitant and its formula structure complex, leading to the prototype being shelved. After briefly explaining, Trois touched the device, and Tetra’s recorded voice began to play.
“Lady Cornelia, please forgive the rudeness of sending you a message so suddenly when we have scarcely exchanged more than greetings before. As this device cannot record a long message, I shall proceed directly to the point. You may have heard part of this from Trois, but it concerns the Victor Trading Company. I understand that you are to become its representative. However, given that considerable investment will be required, such as expanding facilities, would it not be difficult to proceed, since seeking investors might invite involvement from other nobles?”
Tetra’s observation was entirely correct. Considering the expansion of workshops, the organizational shift with Cornelia as representative, and future sales development, a substantial amount of funding would undoubtedly be required.
Ordinarily, recruiting investors would be an option. However, doing so could invite nobles eager to secure vested interests, and with Cornelia herself currently akin to a goose that lays golden eggs, she was in no position to grant other nobles an opening to intrude.
At present, Cornelia lacked a strong patron, so the Sharon County had intended to invest a large sum themselves, even if it meant stretching their resources.
“……So here is my proposal: would you consider having me as your investor? This has nothing to do with the Seditch Magic Tool Company; it would be my personal investment. In the name of I who was once called the Conqueror of Gold Veins, I promise to provide funding that will fully satisfy your needs.”
[ ! ? ! ? ]
Tetra was an extremely renowned figure in economic circles. While the world’s wealthiest individual was Kuromueina, Tetra’s personal fortune would undoubtedly place her within the top ten in the world. Even the Sharon County, considered relatively well-funded among the nobles of the Archlesia Empire, could not hope to compare to her financial power.
“If you are wondering why, the answer is simple. Some time ago, Kaito personally asked me to look after Lady Cornelia. I am the sort of person who cannot refuse a request from someone I deeply love. Since he asked, I intend to support you with everything I have. If necessary, I would even be willing to deter troublesome elements…… I would not mind personally becoming your patron.”
[Awawawa……]
“Please do consider it at least once. Well then, until we meet again.”
With those words, the message ended, leaving Cornelia trembling faintly, as though she had been abandoned in a frozen wasteland.
(……Tetra-sama as my patron? W- What is happening!? This has grown far too large! Kaito-samaaaa!?)
Shuddering at the overwhelming extent of Kaito’s influence, Cornelia cried out in anguish within her heart.
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Kaito-kun : [Please look after Cornelia-san, okay?]
Tetra : [You can count on me. It is a request from the one I love. I shall support her with all my might.]
Cornelia : [Hyiihh……]
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Serious-senpai : [Pretty amazing, right? This is 100% goodwill, you know? Kaito probably meant something like “Just take a little extra care of her~”, but since Tetra is seriously in love with Kaito, she went all out because it was Kaito’s request…… and as a result, Cornelia’s stomach gets obliterated…… Huh? That’s strange. Everyone’s acting out of goodwill, so why is a tragedy being born……?]
