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C472: Entering Dalaran / Jean
We moved across the border as covertly as possible to avoid irritating the neighboring allied countries.
Fortunately, we were able to arrive at the capital of the Republic of Dalaran safely without any minor obstructions from the allied countries. However, as one might expect, after entering Dhahran, we were marked by the Republican government and were constantly under surveillance.
They seem to be willing to let us know that they’re watching us since a few ride-hovers equipped with magicrafts could be seen from Musashi’s bridge and Kiyone, seeing them, expresses her feelings.
“It doesn’t feel good to be in a situation where you are constantly being watched,” she said.
“You have to allow them that much. The other side must not be too happy about the fact that the forces they consider hostile have entered their capital.”
“Well, that may be true

.”
“Don’t worry about that. I’ve made a list of people who might have some useful information. You can look at this and gather information.”
“Evidence of President Bouddarga subterfuge
”
“Yes, and with it, we can discuss with our allies and avoid unnecessary military conflicts.”
I gave the list I created to Kiyone, Brunnhilde, and Tris. Sword Saint, who did not get a list, asked the obvious question.
“What about mine?”
“Sword Saint will stay in Musashi with me. It will be bad if all the riders are missing.”
“I understand that one rider will stay behind to guard Musashi, but what does it mean that Jean will also be staying? I think that information gathering and negotiation are domains where you can really show your talent.”
“I can’t show my face in the capital but I have a detailed list of ways to gather information, so Kiyone and the others should be fine on their own.”
Kiyone nodded as she reviewed the list.
“It’s true that there are some detailed instructions

but Jean, how did you get all this information? It’s unusual that you even wrote down the personalities and quirks of the dignitaries on the list.”
“Well, this country is my hometown. The people on the list are people I’ve known for a long time.”
“The people you know are even at the very top of the

government. How do you know all those people?”
“I know them but they don’t know anything about me.”
I don’t know

or is it more accurate to say that I don’t remember

anyone who thinks is a great man doesn’t care about those below him.