"Her Excellency, the Shogun?"
Staring in shock at the 'Shogun' before her, Kageyama wondered if she was so nervous that she'd misheard.
Her Excellency, the Shogun... wants five island-entry permits?
What... What's going on? I must have heard wrong, right?
While waiting for the Shogun's reply, Kageyama's mind was a whirlwind of confusion. She felt she must have misheard. Otherwise, why would Her Excellency make such a strange request? After all, whoever the Shogun wanted on the island could get on the island; there was no need for an entry permit at all.
And while Kageyama was utterly baffled, Thoma, standing beside her, was just as lost. He had originally thought the Shogun was here for a surprise inspection, but it turned out she was here to get entry permits.
What is going on?
"Did you not hear me clearly?"
Without repeating what she had just said, Acheron directly asked Kageyama if she had heard her clearly. She knew this behavior didn't align with the Raiden Shogun's, but that was exactly what she wanted.
She wanted to see just how long it would take for her cover to be blown.
As for her mission, she wasn't in such a rush anymore. It was all mission, mission, mission. It was better to use this split state to have a little fun. In any case, they were already in Inazuma, so there was no hurry.
"I understand. I'll get it done right away. Please wait a moment, Your Excellency."
Faced with the Shogun's words, Kageyama certainly didn't dare say she hadn't heard clearly. After acknowledging, she dashed off towards her office.
No matter what, she couldn't dare to keep the Shogun waiting for too long.
Her Excellency, the Shogun... What is she planning to do?
Silently listening to the conversation between the Shogun and Kageyama, Thoma was genuinely curious about Her Excellency's actions. But even so, he didn't dare to ask.
After all, what the Shogun was doing was not something a mere housekeeper of the Yashiro Commission could know. He was very self-aware on that point.
Her Excellency, the Shogun must have some reason for doing this. Yes, that must be it!
A while later.
"Your... Your Excellency... the... permits you requested."
Breathing heavily and looking utterly exhausted, Kageyama brought over the permits the 'Shogun' had asked for.
"Thoma."
"Here, Your Excellency."
Hearing the Shogun suddenly call his name, Thoma quickly responded.
"Take me to the Kanjou Commission."
After saying this, Acheron turned and left.
Since she was going to get the paperwork done, she figured she might as well do it thoroughly. So, Acheron decided her next stop would be Inazuma's Kanjou Commission.
"Yes, Your Excellency."
After replying, Thoma hurried ahead to lead the way.
Her Excellency, the Shogun has finally left...
Watching the Shogun's back recede into the distance, Kageyama let out a heavy sigh of relief. Her misdeeds hadn't been discovered, after all.
Kanjou Commission.
"Your... Your Excellency, the Shogun."
The moment Acheron arrived at the entrance of the Kanjou Commission, the guards at the gate were extremely surprised. They never thought they'd see Her Excellency, the Shogun today, and each of them was a bit nervous.
"Mm." Nodding, Acheron walked inside.
Phew—
After the Shogun went in, the two guards at the entrance both breathed a sigh of relief.
Her Excellency, the Shogun?!
Suddenly hearing someone shout "Her Excellency, the Shogun" inside the Kanjou Commission, a woman named Yurika was startled and rushed out to see what was happening. She couldn't understand why the Shogun would suddenly visit this place.
Could it be... Someone reported this place?
Thinking of this possibility, Yurika, who had just reached the entrance, stopped in her tracks. She had skimmed quite a bit of profit by handling the residency procedures, which were essential for foreign merchants.
So, the moment she heard the Shogun was here, she wondered if her actions had been exposed. But even so, she had to bite the bullet and go out.
After all, that was Her Excellency, the Shogun.
"Your Excellency, the Shogun…"
As soon as she came out, Yurika immediately saw the Shogun. Although her attire was a bit different, perhaps the Shogun had just changed her outfit.
More importantly, would anyone really be brave enough to impersonate Her Excellency, the Shogun? That was simply impossible!
She only brought Mr. Thoma... Then it probably isn't...
"I need you to process five residency permits. You don't need to ask who they're for."
Seeing Yurika, Acheron didn't waste any time and stated her request directly.
"Yes, Your Excellency."
Glancing doubtfully at Thoma beside her, Yurika turned and walked into the room. She was really curious why the Shogun was doing this.
The people Her Excellency wants on the island... need paperwork too?
I understand now!
As expected of Her Excellency, the Shogun!
Even for her own friends... she won't bypass the procedures...
Returning to the room, her hands moving ceaselessly, Yurika felt she had understood everything.
A while later.
"It's all done, Your Excellency."
"Mm."
Seeing that everything was done, Acheron turned and left the Kanjou Commission.
"Let's part ways here. You don't need to follow me anymore."
Once outside, Acheron stopped and told Thoma not to follow her. Then, she left under Thoma's watchful gaze.
Her Excellency, the Shogun is gone... Something feels very strange...
Still standing in the same spot, looking in the direction where the Shogun's figure had vanished, Thoma couldn't help but think this as he recalled what had just happened.
Never mind... I'll head back for now...
I should tell the Young Miss and the Lord of the House about this... Maybe the Young Miss and the Lord of the House will know something...
With that thought, Thoma started walking in the direction to leave Ritou.
Meanwhile, with Kaito.
"Sister Acheron is back!"
Paimon, who had been waiting and getting bored, suddenly saw Acheron return. This instantly energized the listless Paimon. It couldn't be helped. If Acheron hadn't come back soon, she would have died of boredom.
More importantly, she wanted to eat. Although she had just eaten in Liyue a short while ago, after Wendy brought them to Inazuma, she was hungry again.
"The paperwork is done. Let's find a place to stay."
Upon returning to the group, Acheron said this faintly. Of course, she was actually saying this to Paimon and Lumine.
"And to eat!"
Seeing that Acheron didn't mention eating, Paimon quickly added it. Although a place to stay was important, food was also very important.
"Then let's go."
Saying this, Kaito headed towards Ritou's residential area.
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