The Brain of a Duke Princess

Disguises

Within two days, I finished reading all the documents just in time before the inspection. Not just big cities, but even rural villages.

Of course, I will not be able to check all the places.this time, the main goal is to visit the southern part where the tax revenue has been down lately, the main goal is to visit the southern part where the tax revenue has been down lately, and in the eastern part where tax revenue is very high.

I felt sorry for Ryle and Dida, but our trip went smoothly without meeting any thieves, so our checks went in an orderly manner from time to time, I will ask Rehme about the villages to get a better understanding of the situation.

Like that, almost a month has passed .. and finally the time for my appointment with Moneda. To be honest, to me, my meeting with him was the first obstacle.

our entourage was taken to the drawing room of the Commerce Guild. Unlike noble guest rooms, the interior design of the Commerce Guild drawing room was soothing and immersive, instead of extravagant and luxurious. Maybe because different people value things differently.

"It's been a long time since we met, Iris-sama."

The one who entered the room was a refreshing looking young man wearing glasses ... That said, whenever I see her smiling expression, it can't help that I can only find her suspicious.

“For a long time, Moneda. ah, please don't stand at the ceremony. Because I was traveling undercover today. "

"No, it's just my way of doing things."

"Is that so. You must have been like this since the trip home. ”

"So how can I help you?"

Suddenly heading straight for business, yeah, there's nowhere to talk warm about the past ... But then again, Moneda has always been like this since the past.

“Yah, Moneda. It's been a while since we last met. And how's Moneda been lately? ”

“My current condition? well, to make it simpler, pretty good. ”

“I think a lot. As expected of the Vice Head of the Guild Trading Account. Since that's the case, you are naturally aware of my movements? ”

"Yes ... That's right."

A bitter smile floated on Moneda's face.it was the Merchant's characteristic to gather information as quickly as possible. It would be a big deal to do business without understanding the current events. In other words, they naturally knew the aristocratic movements and where they spent their money.

“As you know, because of what just happened, I have returned to that region. By the way, Moneda. How's the guild doing lately? ”

"It went well too."

“Hmm, so? Although the trade in the Royal City has declined? ”

with a flash, the peaceful expression he had until now froze.

“Well, that's not good. If what you think reflects too much on your face, your desires will soon be seen by your business partners. ”

hohoho, while laughing like a typical young lady, I thought the peaceful atmosphere would return, but Moneda's expression remained stiff.

As for the reason, it was probably because the political situation in the Royal City was unstable. That said, it was not as if it had reached a tipping point.this is something I understood after consulting the account books day after day.

Incidentally, I really just asked him a question to trick him for no reason whatsoever. Now that the political situation has become more and more unpredictable, it is inevitable to be extra cautious than before ... And I'm not saying it just from the trader's point of view.

"... I'm done. As a reference, how did you come to that conclusion?"

“If you look at the current political situation, you will certainly understand it. That said, Moneda. I didn't come all the way here just to be cruel to you. ”

"So how can I help you?"

The conversation flow has been restored. But I feel like it's different from the previous one, even though we started for the same reason ... I was the first to come out and understand the advantages of conversation. This time, however, the other party took the initiative. But maybe he can still listen to this little request of mine.

“Moneda. I'd like to know if you want to be in charge of a large sum of money. ”

“A greater amount of money, you say? Are you trying to hire me for the House of the Duke? "

"Yes. However, I do not want you to serve the Ducal House, but rather, the Duke territory. "

"... That, exactly what do you have to do with it?"

“From now onwards, the Duke territory will undergo reform. For one thing, the administration of our House will be divided between different people. In other words, I would like to ask you to manage the budget of this region. "

“Why, you chose me? I am sure that the Duke's House will not lack talented people. ”

“That's because you're already familiar with this field. In addition, these reforms will be carried out in the medium to long term, because we will push towards fundamental reforms. Although the basics are required to some extent .. but for someone who is the current Deputy Head of Account, I am sure you will do well. Above all, it is because I know I can trust you. Trust, which means that you will not be moved even when you are bribed with money. "

“Hahaha, it surprisingly turned into an impressive conversation. If what you say is true, I look forward to what is in the future territory of the Duke. ... However, forgive me for being disrespectful, but do you have the authority to appoint people? "

Ah, she doesn't trust me. Most of the reason is because the father is not close ... So maybe he thought that I was making information for my own exploitation?

and because of that, I will reveal my last card here.

"of course. Because at this moment, I have accepted the position as the representative of the Feudal Lord. ”

At the same time, I showed him the Letter of Appointment. This is something that my father gave me before I went into the territory.

... To be honest, I have not publicly announced that I was appointed as the representative of the Feudal Lord. And I still have no intention of announcing it after this. Because it has a good effect when it comes to critical moments. ... Like now.

I thought that he might never have imagined I would be appointed and the representative of the Feudal Lord, and indeed, when I saw Moneda's face, he had a surprised expression.

moreover, as the proxy of the Feudal Lord, father has placed all the responsibility of governing the territory onto me. The authority was extraordinary and almost as much as his footing as the Feudal Lord himself.in other words, it was as if the father declared that he was dissatisfied with the younger brother who became his successor. But I am myself, and I will carry out my duties with confidence from start to finish. Since it was also written in the letter, it could not help if people were shocked. ... Dad too, I wonder what he thinks.

On the other hand, because it was useful, I am very grateful for that .