Chapter 4: Mission to Japan１
Dukes of the Principality of Kwa Toine
Kanata, the prime minister, was nervous in front of a reception room where people from other countries were waiting to meet.
Under normal circumstances, it is the order in this country that the officials of the Foreign Affairs Bureau make arrangements for negotiations and talks in advance, the chief of the Foreign Ministry presides over the conclusion of diplomatic relations, and after waiting for a while, the prime minister, the head of political affairs of the Principality of Kwa Toine, makes a declaration of the treaty with the head of the other country after laying the groundwork for the negotiations.
At present, however, tensions with the Kingdom of Lauria continue, and the real intention is to maintain even a little friendship with a powerful country in this situation of semi-emergency. In addition, if Japan was a hegemonist country, it should avoid unreasonable demands completely. What is more, Japan cannot afford to be forced to conclude unequal treaties.
It is regrettable that the prime minister is so nervous as if he were in charge of the matter. However, both the unidentified horsemen and the very large ship show the country's supertechnological capabilities, and Japan's national power is genuine. Even if he was in charge, he could not help being nervous.
...... Well, shall we go in?
Before entering the reception room, a Japanese envoy, a diplomat, was sent through.
When Kanata opens the door and enters, they stand up and bow.
"How do you do? My name is Tanaka from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan. I understand that a representative of the country will respond to my sudden visit today. I am honored, thank you for your help."
On the Japanese side, two persons accompanied Tanaka, who had just given his address, as the representative.
"Yes, please."
Kwa Toine, the Principality of Kwa Toine, attended the meeting, which was attended by Prime Minister Kanata, Foreign Minister Rinsui and five Foreign Ministry officials.
"I am Rinsui, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Principality of Kwa Toine, and I will be the host. Thank you very much ...... I would like to know the purpose of visiting your country this time, everyone in Japan."
Rinsui didn't greet him very well, and suddenly started off on the subject.
"Yes, may I hand out the materials first?"
The materials will be distributed by one of the Japanese diplomats. Seeing this, the Foreign Minister frowned.
"I'm sorry, but I can't read it at all ......"
"WHAT THE HELL!! I thought I could read it because I speak Japanese. Come to think of it, we couldn't read the signs we saw on the street at all. But why is Japanese a language?"
"No, to us, it sounds like you're speaking a common continental language."
Kanata met the Gaimukyo and returned the letter to Tanaka.
"I see. I will explain to you verbally that such a strange thing happens ....... We are from a country called Japan, which is located about 1000 km northeast of this country 。...... Do you accept credit?"
"Of course, but wait. There was no country in that position. If I remember correctly, it is an area where there are archipelagos and ocean currents are disturbed. It seems that some islands had villages, but did the villages get together to form a country?"
"No, our land is an island country with 378000 km2, and it is not the village you want."
Rinsui is perplexed by the land area Tanaka explained. It is certainly large enough for a country, but I have never heard of such a huge island. Kanata and the others were equally stunned.
"I'm sorry to say this, but we have somehow transferred from a planet called Earth to this world. The cause is still unknown."
At Tanaka's words, Rinsui snapped at him as if it were the case.
"Indeed, I received such a report at the political subcommittee. But I can't imagine how much magical power there is to transfer every country ....... I'm sorry, but you sound like you're just telling a fairy tale."
"It is natural that we cannot believe the phenomenon of a country to country transition. If we didn't have objective evidence, we wouldn't believe anyone, and if we were on this planet, we wouldn't have taken it seriously if people suddenly came along and said, 'from one country to another 1000 kilometers away.'. First of all, in order to get to know each other better, could you send a delegation from your country to our country? If you've seen it firsthand, you can believe your country."
"But ......"
It's no wonder that Rinsui is reluctant. He is a member of the public, even if he is an official of the Foreign Affairs Bureau. If they are sent to the territory of an unknown partner and cause a problem or die in the worst case, it is obvious that they will be held responsible.
"Foreign Minister"
Unable to look at Rinsui, who was struggling to respond, Kanata broke in.
"I understand how you feel. However, they have come to Japan on a large ship, flying cavalrymen over Mihak. Once the villages of the archipelago have formed a nation, it will be impossible to build a large ship. Those who have powers beyond our knowledge ask us to send a mission to see for themselves. He speaks his manners above all else. It depends on the conditions, but isn't it okay to deal with Japan on the premise of diplomatic relations?"
At this point, Kanata judged the situation somewhat calmly. Then he faces Tanaka and others.
"What do you wish for our country to establish diplomatic relations with Japan? I'm not here for sightseeing."
After a moment of silence, Tanaka spoke slowly.
"First of all, food. And resources. And we know nothing about the world. I want you to tell me as much about this world as you can."
"Hohohoho! Food?"
"Yes. I would like you to provide food as much as possible. Food demand in our country will be enormous. Of course, I don't think we can deal with it only in your country. We're going to negotiate food procurement with other countries."
"Oh. What is the food self-sufficiency ratio in your country?"
"...... I'm sorry, I'm not ready to answer yet."
I can't read the answer from Tanaka's face. If you think he is a mere outsider, he seems to be well prepared. Lindsey was secretly impressed and decided to compromise her intelligence.
"You said it was a transition country. Is this your first contact with our country?"
"Yes. This visit will be the first diplomatic activity since our country's transfer."
"Then your country is lucky. No, perhaps he is blessed by God. our country is blessed by the God of the earth. Grains and vegetables grow without special care. It depends on how much food there is in your country, but I think our country can meet quite a bit of it."
The face of the Japanese mission brightens. Even Tanaka was slightly weak from the shoulders.
"Then, Japan will prepare to accept the mission as soon as possible. As for the due date again"
"Okay. Foreign Minister, get ready as soon as possible. The ambassadors are sent with some authority."
"Yes, sir."
The Principality of Kwa Toine has decided to send a mission to Japan for field inspection.
■Foreign Affairs Bureau of the Principality of Kwa Toine
This place, where the Ministry of Foreign Affairs conducts foreign affairs with foreign diplomats and their embassies, was busy preparing in advance for the establishment of diplomatic relations with Japan. There is a lot of paperwork and debates about securing personnel for the mission and coordinating the authority of the special envoy.
"Yago! I hear you're going to Japan, an emerging country, as one of the delegates! I envy you, I also want to go."
A co-worker talks to a man called Yagou.
The dispatch of a mission is not unusual. In this world of countless countries, the turnover of sovereign states and the rise and fall of states is a common occurrence in medium-sized countries. It was often the case that large states split into smaller ones, which was evidence that the world situation was far from stable.
In many cases, security is poor in the areas where the state system has been renewed, and the standard of living is sometimes extremely lower than in the principality of Kwa Toine. It was the worst in terms of hygiene in areas where many people died, and missions were often damaged. Joining the mission was a job everyone hated.
The standard of living and security in the Principality of Kwa Toine is by far the highest in the frontier.
Seen from the third civilization sphere, including the powerful imperial country of Parpardia, which was the closest to the continent of Roddenius, it is a frontier on the east end along with the northern kingdom of Topa, the Kingdom of Feng, and the divine country of Gahara. Although people make fun of us by saying, "barbarism" the food culture created by our rich food resources has developed to the extent that it is no less developed than civilized countries. It was natural that he did not want to join the envoy because of his choice.
However, the countries to which the delegation will be dispatched are drawing attention.
When Yagou looked over the documents distributed to the members, he suddenly found an unbelievable report. It has the supertechnical capability to operate objects flying at high speed in high altitude airspace where Wivern cannot fly and large ships of about 250 meters in length. "Don't underestimate the unidentified country, be careful not to be rude." he said.
"I CAN'T BELIEVE IT ......"
Yagou thinks.
The Wyvern is an expensive weapon. The Dragon Knight is the elite of the elite, the supreme ruler of the sky that every soldier longs for once. The knight of the cavalry is higher in rank than the infantry, and the dragon knight is by far higher in rank than the knight. A Wyvern can fool a battalion.
Vivern flies at a high speed of 230 km/h and is fired from a high altitude where the bow cannot reach. Wivern's charmed flame grenade is far more powerful than man-made weapons. Furthermore, the hard scales are so strong that they repel even iron arrowheads and cannot even be penetrated by knives for personal use.
The only organism more powerful than Wyvern is Wyvern Road, which is said to have been produced by a small number of people in three major civilizations.
In fact, if a human being can't control an existence, there are creatures such as attributive dragons, old dragons, and divine dragons, which cannot be compared to Wyburn. They are not supposed to be controlled, they are like natural disasters.
Isn't it impossible for a second civilized country like Moo to fly something as big as a natural disaster?
Many unbelievable reports began to interest Yagou strongly in Japan.
(The dispatch of this mission ...... I might make a name in the history of Kwa Toine ......)
"Let's begin the meeting. Get together."
His thoughts were interrupted by a sudden order.
In a small conference room, the head of the mission begins to explain.
Five delegates will be dispatched this time. Although all of them have the titles of the Foreign Service, only General Hanki of the Military Affairs Bureau joined the mission through secondment to the Foreign Service.
The captain begins to speak.
"Our primary objective this time is to determine whether Japan is a threat to our country. As you know, the air defense net of our country was easily broken by a Japanese irondragon. So far, our country has no way of preventing the Iron Dragon. It is necessary to investigate whether they are concealing their hegemonic status or have an extreme sense of discrimination against Asians like Lauria, and why they are trying to establish diplomatic relations with our country, even though they have indicated their intention to establish diplomatic relations with our country."
Everyone nodded.
"It is not clear how much progress Japan has made, but there is no doubt that it has advanced technology and considerable military power. I think you understand, but you should not only have a resolute attitude, but also be careful not to provoke others. One more thing, I would like you to investigate what is strong and what is weak in Japan and find a part where we can have an advantage over them. Now look at the outline distributed to everyone."
When members of the delegation looked down at the newly distributed materials, they looked puzzled.
"............ 'country-by-country transition'?"
After confirming that all the members of the group had turned their eyes to the meeting, the team leader will start explaining the situation.
"They say that one day, all of a sudden, the whole nation was sent to this world. I'm not sure if it's true or not, but as I said earlier, this time, try not to be suspicious in order not to provoke the other person."
Yagou was nodding and thinking in a corner of his head.
(Transferring from country to country ...... Just like the myth of moo)
The myth that "12000 years ago, there was a continental breakaway." remains in the powerful country of the second civilized region, Moo. It is officially recorded as a government record of the time and the people of Moo believe it, but people in other civilized countries don't take it seriously as just a fairy tale.
"According to the outline, Japan will provide transportation and ships this time. Make sure you're ready for lunch in a week. In the evening 2 days after departure, they will land in a city located on the west side of Japan 'Fukuoka-shi' and stay at an inn for 3 nights. There, he was taught common sense in acting in Japan. If you walk around outside without permission, you could be stamped on by a vehicle called 'motor vehicle' and die. The ship departed from Fukuoka City in the afternoon 5 days after the landing, and arrived at the capital of Japan 'Shinkansen' in the evening of the same day using a transportation system called 'Tokyo', and on the following day, a meeting was held with the people of the Government of Japan."
"............?"
That's funny. The time calculation is wrong.
Japan and the Principality of Kwa Toine are more than 1000 km apart. If you go by ship, it's not a distance that takes only two days. In addition, the distance from Fukuoka City to Tokyo is slightly over 1000 km in the document. What does it mean to go out at noon and arrive in the evening?
The story is understandable if it were an iron dragon which appeared above our country, but there is also an explanation that Shinkansen is a vehicle which runs on the ground. Does it consume a lot of magical power?
(It seems like a country where our common sense doesn't apply.)
A series of questions popped up in their heads, and Yagou and the other members gave up thinking.
The meeting ended like this.
