"Are you saying I should go with you?"
"Haha! Of course."
Oh, I got caught.
I knew it would turn out like this. If I decline here, I'll lose a perfect promotional item.
I guess I'll have to start from the bottom and work my way up.
But even that won't be easy. Princess Justia, whose judgment is twisted, may exert an uncomfortable influence.
'Still, it's not that far from the Empire, so it might be worth a visit.'
A week would probably be enough.
I was willing to spend that much. If only the dried persimmons would sell like hotcakes.
Moreover, by joining the Western Nations Alliance, there was also personal benefit to be gained.
There are many noble ladies there who have received help from me, like Princess Justia.
While I'm at it, I might as well get something in return. I nodded with a big smile.
"Okay. Okay then."
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Duke Paley III of Crawford looked dubious.
