Everyone present was clever enough to understand what the other meant.
"I'll have the Chamber of Commerce lead an investigation into those bad kids' business networks," the great-aunt said.
"The Congressional Ethics Committee will take action, too," the great-uncle said.
"The security department needs an overhaul as well. I'll put reliable people in charge. And perhaps the Adventurers' Guild needs a little surgery, too. But it's an international organization. The government can't interfere with its operations," Finn Berenkest said.
"I'll also ask the Libra International Bank and the Standard Shipping Association to offer their opinions as sponsors," the great-aunt added.
"Thank you all so much for your support. I've recently bought a mountain farm on Losa to raise silver-fleeced alpacas. By next year, I'll be able to send everyone some cured mountain ham." Yani expressed her heartfelt gratitude. "Especially you, Great-Aunt. Ham made from these alpacas is tender and easy to digest. It'll suit you perfectly."
"Then I'll look forward to hearing good news from you."
Before long, all the bigwigs had left the conference room. Only Feno Berenkest remained, gazing at his daughter with a complicated look.
As Yani opened her notebook unhurriedly, she remarked, "You can just say what's on your mind."
"Yani, Nefy's next steps are settled. But what exactly do you plan to do about that Son of Kha?"
"For now, we can wait and see..." Yamiida mused for a moment, then said meaningfully, "Dad, a vaccine is really just a virus that's been rendered inactive, right?"
Feno immediately understood what she meant. "Hmph. It's not uncommon to suddenly develop a fever within twenty-four hours of getting vaccinated."
"Wouldn't that be nice? My mind is clearer when I have a slight fever. The same thing happened when I awakened my psychic powers at five."
Feno let