New Kingdom of Idea

We were invited to the mansion one more time, saying that we couldn't go home without a treat, and we were given tea, which Lina said was her only hobby and was also the source of her daily life. It is said that this is the only brand that is always ordered from nearby towns. It's not a luxury item, but it tastes good.

A road runs from the city to this frontier territory. It's just a simple thing like lightly stepping on the grass and pushing away stones. I also took a carriage on this road, but it seems that this was finally made in Lina's generation. Although the request had been made for a long time, the government decided to open the road for the first time after an epidemic occurred. .

"When sending guards from the city as a containment measure to prevent the disease from leaking out of the territory, it was a very difficult experience due to the lack of a well-maintained road. At that time, not even the voices of the soldiers on the ground were heard.

Since Lina's health was clearly not good, I also took out the herb as a thank you for serving her precious tea. The pitch-black leaves that appeared out of nowhere made everyone but me look startled, but they didn't say anything in particular.

"By boiling or decoctioning this, you can take in my magical power mildly. The effect is just as I saw earlier… but it's not that dramatic. It has a slightly unique flavor that may be difficult to put into your mouth at first, but I recommend you drink it."

"I will definitely give you a drink"

Without a second thought, Lina said so and took her black leaves. There is no hesitation. It makes me wonder if it's because of their fear of me or their debt of gratitude to me, but if they're going to drink it, that's okay. I'm really worried about her unhealthy way of losing weight.

She's just reclaimed the land, and it would be ruined if something happened to her manager.

"It's a big deal, let's put out the two of us."

"Are you sure?"

"Me too...?"

Alf has a graceful smile, and Celia has a fearful expression. It's a matter of years here. I think it's because Celia understands me better that she's afraid, but it's shocking that she's so afraid of something she's giving as a gift with good intentions.

"It's good because I have a lot of it. I cleared the trees where it grows a few days ago. Great harvest."

"Eh—you mean the Black Forest?"

"yes"

"So, what about over there now?"

"Nothing. The house was also dismantled."

However, just like this black leaf, most items are stored in Eidos, so they can be taken out at any time. Taking this opportunity, we also organized the inside of the storage space, so although the amount of items has increased, it has become much easier to find things. It's not an exaggeration to say that the majority of the three days that made Celia wait was spent on this work rather than dismantling the forest and the house.

The culture tank and its contents are of course there, so even though I don't have a house, all my belongings are here. The Black Forest was nothing more than a product of chance, so there was no hesitation or implication in cleaning it up, but Celia seemed shocked when she learned about it.

"The 'Black Forest', Alf. It's that Black Forest where the Primordial Witch is said to live."

"Yes, Lina-sama.

I said to Celia while looking at the Orio feudal lord and servant duo having fun.

"You don't have to worry about it, do you? I did it myself."

"But I was the one who started the request.... When I saw that forest, I was terrified and at the same time... moved. It certainly exists in front of my eyes. I can't express what I felt in my heart that day.That's why I think that the 'Black Forest' has disappeared because of me..."

Celia seems to show her true nature when she gets timid. She seems like a different person than when she was telling Lena her rationale. I opened my mouth, thinking that she must be very careful in her daily life.

"No, I'm planning to build my own house again. If you're so attached to the Black Forest, you can make it in the forest again, but what are you going to do?"

"Well, I'll make it again...?"

"That's right. Didn't I tell you? 　The black leaves are imbued with my magic power. The trees that grow them are also the same. If you throw a bit of magic power into the earth, it will soon turn into a black forest. Well, there's a little more work to be done in architecture."

"I don't know why it turns black when I pour in too much, but I don't have any problems with that." If that strange appearance has become a tradition, then it wouldn't hurt to recreate the forest once cleared.

"But where should we make the forest next time?

"Then, Idea-sama!"

"Oh, what?"

When I asked Lina, who brightened her face as if she had come up with a good idea, it was more like her suggestion than her brilliant idea.

"If there are no other candidates, why don't you take up residence in the Orio territory?　I would like you to see the revival of the land blessed by Idea's power."

"Hmm." Well, isn't it bad? Your home is the ultimate place, you can go anywhere. A life where acquaintances are right in front of your eyes and nose may be new and different from before.

A totem has already been placed in the royal castle, so you can jump at any time. If you put the same thing here, you won't have any particular trouble even if your home is in the remote area.

"Then, should we do that? Celia will be happy with the resurrection of the Black Forest, right?"

Celia nodded at my question, but she had a confused look on her face.

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"Since then, I haven't been busy." She hits the center of three villages and clears the way, creating a black forest. Build a house in the middle of it as before. She was interesting because it was the first time in a long time that she was thinking about the floor plan and making changes while actually making it. Thanks to that, I can't finish it right away, so I jump to the royal capital in between work.

At the same time as confirming Morrow and Danbas' policies, he often consults on national policies. The questions they ask are all without a single correct answer, and that's why they're trying to make me, who is nothing more than a decorative crown, decide only a rough direction. With this, if I was shaky, both of us would be in trouble, but it's okay. After all, unlike the previous king, I don't have any material desires. I am aware that the country is mine, but I don't think it is for me, so my motto is to make sure that the people don't starve and live moderately and happily. I can't think of another slogan.

Celia, who offered to cooperate for the sake of the country, became like an attendant to the king. In a company, it's like the president's secretary. I'm a pretty lazy type myself, so it's usually helpful to have someone contact me about my schedule and other places. Of course, I welcomed her, and while I was at it, I also installed a totem in Celia's residence. Even if you go to the royal capital, jumping to the royal castle is not always the correct answer.

Listening to Lina about the state of Orio territory, going around the village together and saying hello, "I'm Idea, the new king. I'm the Primordial Witch." Jump to the royal capital as soon as you know that you are being called.

A month went by in the blink of an eye while I was living like that.

Time passed quickly when I was living alone at home, but with the dizzying pace of change, the days are accelerating. Although the density of the experience is far superior now. When I think about it, I feel like the past 20 years spent only on research that doesn't produce results is a waste.

"If I had nothing to do, I would have been able to get tired of living on my own." But I had a vague goal, but I wasn't desperate because there was no deadline, so I ended up repeating the same day after day. It's human nature to enjoy taking it easy when you have something to do. It is also a business. I was no exception. I don't need to sleep, but I love to sleep, and even take a nap.

I'm still busy and haven't made any progress on the research itself, but it's the same as before. However, as a clear change, I now have a new realization, and above all, there is a guarantee that I will soon be able to obtain a large amount of experimental materials. With the discovery of Morrow, the first stage of success, it is as if the demonstration has been completed. For the first time in decades, my heart is beating with excitement that the experiment may advance to the next stage. I have no chest. This is an eternal girl body joke.

"Then one day."

"──Idea-sama, I apologize for starting early in the morning."

"Good morning Morrow. I was the one who told you to call me regardless of what time it was, so please don't apologize. So what happened today?"

"Yes.

I nodded to hear it, and Morrow unfolded the piece of cloth he was holding in his hand.

"This will be the flag of the New Kingdom of Idea! How do you like it!?"

"...,"

Alternately check the cloth with a complicated design and Morrow's glowing eyes. Then I said what I thought.

"No, before that... what is the New Kingdom of Idea?"