Published at 10th of April 2026 8:16 am

Chapter 2554: A Conversation About the Tea Party ~ ~ The One with Stomachache ~ ~

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After trying out the equipment to a certain extent without using any Body Strengthening Magic, they went through the high-load equipment with Body Strengthening Magic as well. After sharing a few impressions and suggestions for improvement, their gym experience came to an end, and Kaito and Eris each moved to the shower rooms inside the gym to wash up.

(Its an exceptionally refined facility. It covers everything from light exercise to full-scale training, and it feels as though it was carefully designed by someone with deep expertise in physical conditioning. Ive heard that Nidzveld-sama has a strong passion for training, and this truly lives up to that reputation. Judging from what Namir-sama mentioned, it seems they even gathered data on the average physical capabilities of Humans and adjusted everything accordingly. Every piece of equipment uses multiple magic crystals, allowing for a wide range of adjustments. It must be designed so that it can be tailored to the base physical abilities of each race.)

When Eris first heard about the gym from Kaito, she found it useful in concept but thought it would be quite difficult to realize. Even if the variety was fewer than Demons, there are still multiple races among Humans, and in the capital of the Archlesia Empire, many different races and mixed-blood individuals coexist.

If everything were tailored to the most numerous humans, it wouldnt suit other species like the dwarves, who are next in number. On the other hand, preparing separate equipment for each species would drive up costs and create space issues.

Since Kaito had been invited to experience it, she initially assumed the gym would focus solely on humans. However, after actually trying it, she found that through various innovations, it had been made compatible with multiple species.

(Since its still an unfamiliar concept that hasnt fully spread yet, it may struggle a bit before becoming established. But with its initial novelty and Nidzveld-samas reputation, it should gain momentum. It will likely take root among those who value physical training, such as adventurers. In terms of improving basic physical ability, the facilities here surpass even those of the knights. I imagine many knights will want to come as well. At this rate, it wouldnt be surprising if a second or third gym appears sooner than expected.)

This gym focuses purely on developing basic physical ability and isnt suited for training in martial arts or magic. However, precisely because it narrows its purpose, it offers a far superior environment for physical conditioning compared to knight training grounds.

(I wonder how Nidzveld-sama plans to expand this? It doesnt seem like her style to personally lead the construction of more and more gyms. Rather, once the concept gains recognition, hed probably release the know-how and create a foundation that allows other merchant groups to enter the field, encouraging competition If thats the case, preparing in advance could allow the Hamilton Marquisdom to secure a fair share of profit.)

Eris prediction was correct. After hearing Kaitos explanation, Nidzveld became interested in gyms and took the initiative to establish one, hoping to create a foundation in Trinia where multiple gyms would exist, allowing motivated individuals to train themselves in a good environment.

However, she had no intention of monopolizing the knowledge or the information gathered in building the gym. As Eris anticipated, once she confirmed that it worked in practice, she planned to make the information public so that other trading companies could easily join in.

In fact, as long as things got on track and other merchants became interested and joined, she wouldnt even mind if the gyms she built operated at a loss. Part of it was likely because the idea itself came from Kaito, whom she considered her comrade, and it went against her principles to monopolize it for profit. In any case, Eris reading was spot on if one chose to, there was certainly potential for considerable profit.

(Still, its unnecessary. Theres no benefit in the Hamilton Marquisdom gaining more profit than it already has, and spreading ourselves too thin would only create blind spots. If we were to pursue something, it wouldnt be a training-focused facility like this, but rather an exercise center aimed at beauty, targeted toward women. Considering the audience, wed need to pay some attention to the interior design, but it should still be profitable. Of course, its nothing more than a novices armchair speculation.)

Out of sheer habit, she found herself thinking about what she would do if she were to enter the competition herself, and after letting out a small wry smile, Eris carefully dried her body with a towel. She then thoroughly dried her hair using a magic tool, applied a light, natural makeup using cosmetics taken from her magic box, and left the changing room.

(At any rate, this pleasant sense of fatigue feels nice. It was a good change of pace. I should thank Kaito-sama.)

Thinking this, she walked toward where Kaito was likely waiting, when she noticed the Dragon Kings subordinates bustling about in a flurry.

(Whats going on? They seem flustered or rather, slightly agitated? Its like theyre preparing to welcome someone of high status W- What is this? I have a bad feeling about this)

Feeling a sharp, warning-like pain in her stomach, Eris had an indescribable expression on her face. At that moment, Namir happened to pass by.

[Ah, Namir-sama. My apologies. It seems a bit hectic has something happened?]

[Ahh, Eris-dono. Sorry about that Well, His Majesty is expected to arrive soon, and most of the ones here right now are young, so they seem a bit unsettled. Ill make sure to warn them not to make our guests uneasy.]

Hearing Namirs apologetic explanation, Eris face drained of color.

(His Majesty? Not her, so shes not talking about Emperor Chris, right? The one Namir-sama refers to as His Majesty t- that would mean t- the Dragon King wouldnt it?)

She wanted to scream she wanted to shout at the top of her lungs that she hadnt been told anything about this. But suppressing that urge with all her might, Eris quietly placed a hand over her stomach.

Serious-senpai : [I never thought Eris would make it back without any stomachache but instead of one of the Four Great Demon Dragons, for the Dragon King himself to show up]

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