The Genius Prince Vol 9: Chapter 9

"Let's put aside the reasons for now. The problem is that Agata's lack of influence means that the trade agreement, which was a condition precedent, is likely to end in an empty promise."

 Agata says he wants the unity of the union under him. If that happens, I see, we can arrange a trade conclusion with Natra. But if unification fails, of course, there is no secret agreement with Wayne.It is because Agata has no way to fulfill the secret covenant without unification.

 "I thought the situation was a little better than this."

Of course, Wayne was aware of the risks. But Agata had a good chance of winning. He also thought he could pick up something even if he lost.

However, if you open the lid, the situation where Agata is placed is quite bad. It was also a reality to return home with a fracture loss.

 “So you're saying we should just turn our backs on him, right?”

"That's how it is"

Wayne's goal was to conclude trade, and Agata's unification was only a means to that end. From Natra's point of view, he did not care whether the unification could be achieved or not, as long as he could achieve his goal by other means. And other routes had already been drawn.

 "Ulves Union West Capital, Blue Cloud Roynock," said Wayne.

 “If we can talk directly to the representative of the western capital of Roynock, who controls the sea route, we can skip Agata and accomplish our objective."

Ninym nodded at this and said.

“I agree with your opinion, but there are a couple of things that concern me. First of all, if we do that, Agata will naturally turn against us.”

"That's right. However, it is doubtful whether it will be a threat to that extent as it is hostile. It is enough to call me who is a foreign force for domestic projects anyway. If I quickly cut off my hand, it is thought that I would lose the political battle between the western and southern capitals as it is."

Agata is old. It won't be easy for him to come back after his downfall. And as a result, no matter how much Agata resented him, it doesn't matter if he lost his power.

 " Then there is the second thing. we have to see if we can make a deal with the representative of Roynock. Trade with the Ulves Union has already been refused once.

In the past, when Natra decided to rent a port from the Kingdom of Solgest, Wayne approached all the countries along the western coast for trade. However, perhaps because Wayne's notoriety was considered dangerous, the reply was nothing. And one of them includes the Ulves Union. The contact point at that time was, of course, the Western Capital.

“Then there is a third and final point. I'm supposed to meet with the representative of the Western Capital, but I'm worried about the fact that it was Agata who set it up.”

"That's the thing, isn't it?”

 Wayne groaned. The arrangements have been made for the betrayal. The fact that it was Agata, the betrayer, who had done it, made it difficult to be optimistic.

"I don't think Agata has any idea of the possibility of my betrayal, and if you are wary of betrayal, you want me to avoid contact with the representatives of the Western and Southern Capitals."

 “But he dared to prepare the place. ...... I think it's natural to think that he is confident that he won't be betrayed. I should be wary.”

" Yes. And while we're on the subject of caution, there's something else that's been bothering me."

 "Are there more?"

Ninym, who thought she was three, tilted her head, and Wayne said to her.

"Unification of the Union this time... I can't see how serious Agata is."

Ninym tilted her head at this. "According to the current information, Agata is politically impoverished, isn't he?

But since he brought in you, so I think he’s serious."

As Ninym said, the eastern capital is being pulled apart by the forces of the western and southern capitals, and Agata brought in Wayne to turn the tide. That is the current trend.

“But then, I don't feel Agata is very motivated.”

The seat of power is a sweet thing. Even if they appear to be calm on the surface, when they are about to lose power, they always resist to the death.

However, I can't see that impatience from Agata. It feels like unification is the goal, but not standing on the same lane.

"But assuming it has another purpose, do you have any idea?"

"I have no idea," Wayne replied bluntly. "Well, that's right," Ninym nodded her head and said, "Well”

There are many circumstances that I have learned about since I came to this city, and there are probably many more that I don't know yet. There is not enough information to deduce Agata's true intentions.

“Well, it's no use worrying about something you don't understand. Let's put it to the side and get ready to attend the banquet.”

"Yes. I'll do some more in-depth research on the Union."

Ninym let out a small sigh.

 "I'd like to go with you if I could, but it seems that now that Wayne has become famous, I'm becoming more and more well-known. Even though I dye my hair, I'm a Fulham, so I think I'll stick to the background even more than usual.”

 "By the way, the assistant over there, Kamil, is it? I heard he recognized you as a Fulham.’’

“Fortunately, he didn't seem to be discriminating.”

The actuality is, it's not a blessing in disguise. If Kamil had spoken out of turn and Wayne had overheard it, blood could have been spilled. Ninym was relieved that the meeting ended without incident.

 " There are some unusual people out there, If the influence of the Levetean religion is weak, is it possible that there is less discrimination against the Fulham in the city as a whole? Even if that's the case, I'm not willing to test it."

It's just suicidal to try to touch them, knowing that there is a backwardness there. Ninym does not want to see the Ulves Union burn to ashes.

"Besides, even if it wasn't, this city seems to be very strict with strangers."

I remember the looks I got from the residents when I was moving around the city. I remember the looks I got from the residents when I was traveling around the city, which were anything but friendly and conveyed an air of exclusiveness.

"Okay, for now, our policy is to meet with the representatives of the western capital to see if we can work together. Whether or not I will betray Agata depends on that.”

 "Just to be clear, be very careful, okay? Don't cause unnecessary trouble,"

Wayne grinned. "Please pray that peace will love me."

"...I'll prepare to run away." Ninym let out a deep sigh of resignation.

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"Good morning, Prince Wayne." On the day of the banquet that Wayne attended. It was Kamil, Agata's assistant, who appeared in front of the mansion where he was staying.

“Agata-sama has asked me to escort you to the banquet hall today.”

"I appreciate that. I'm still not familiar with the city's geography." Kamil bowed politely.

"If you're ready, I'm thinking of heading to the venue as soon as possible. How about it?"

 "Oh, no problem. Let's go."

Nodding, Wayne looked back at Ninym who was standing behind him. "I'm off then. I'll see you while I'm gone."