Magi Craft Meister - Chapter 673
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Chapter 673

Chapter 673: Naming

Ugh my head is killing me

My head feels like its about to explode

Its so unpleasant

The partic.i.p.ants, who had indulged in lively conversations the previous night, attended the meeting with headaches from their hangovers. This excluded Jin, Reinhardt, and Elsa.

Since the meeting wouldnt be productive in their current state, Elsa, in a show of empathy, opted to cast a healing spell.

[Entgiftung] [Genesung].

Oh, wow I feel so much better!

Miss Elsa, so you can do things like this too!

As expected of the nations chosen healing sorceress, Reichartz.

After a round of praise for Elsas skills, the morning meeting began.

Now, early this morning, the Prime Minister should have left for Loizart. He is expected to arrive around noon. The launching ceremony is scheduled for approximately 2 PM.

Christoph detailed the days agenda.

After that, well spend three days conducting various inspections at Lake Wa.s.s, and on December 8th, well set sail for the sea.

Lake Wa.s.s is linked to the sea through a waterway approximately 20 kilometers long.The width and depth of this waterway are more than sufficient, posing no obstacles to navigate the new s.h.i.+p.

When were at sea for our first voyage, we intend to embark on a round trip to the southern end of the Elias Kingdom, Potlock.

The announcement took everyone by surprise.

After this, we will be recruiting volunteers, and those who partic.i.p.ated in the construction can expect to be given priority.

Im going!

Declared Clea, the first to express her desire to partic.i.p.ate. Following her, Generos also raised his hand.

Ill go too.

Oh, having a Magi Engineer in the team is rea.s.suring. Anyone else?

Jin, Elsa, and Reinhardt didnt raise their hands. s.h.i.+pwright Kubalt from Simos Town also seemed uninterested.

And the last person.

I would like to go as well.

Rodrigo declared his wish in a small voice.

Understood. Clea, Generos, and Rodrigo, the three of you will be added to the pa.s.senger list under my authority.

Thank you!

The next item on the agenda was naming the s.h.i.+p.

The Emperor has given us permission to name it as we built it. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Jin remained silent. He was aware that his sense of naming was unconventional.

The first to speak up about this was Clea.

How about Pioneer?

Indeed, its a new type of s.h.i.+p.

Next, Generos raised his hand.

I think Imperial Glory of the Empire would be good!

Yes, its a s.h.i.+p that will go down in the history of our Shouro Empire.

Objection! Such stern names are not suitable!

What! Are you saying even Pioneer is too clich?

What did you say!

Whats with that!

The others, except Clea and Generos, sighed at the ongoing exchange between the two. With mild interest, they observed the verbal sparring. Christoph then sought additional opinions.

Ah, is there anything else?

Yes.

This time, Reinhardt raised his hand.

What about Loizart?

Indeed, the name of a city. We can align the second and third s.h.i.+ps with the names of cities. Any other suggestions?

Bernstein.

This was Elsas suggestion, inspired by its amber-colored appearance.

Some good names have come up, but is there anything else?

By this point, Clea and Generos were tired of talking and listened to the opinions of others.

How about Sea Dragon?

Jin couldnt stay silent any longer. It was fitting, considering its a sea creature or rather, a magical creature.

The Countess.

Water Undine.

Rodrigo and Kubalt also voiced their opinions. With Christoph as the chairman abstaining, everyone else contributed their suggestions.

Lets take a majority vote, then.

Christoph decided to cast a vote as well.

The result was surprising: Bernstein received three votes.

Elsa, Christopher, and Jin.

Well then, the name of the new s.h.i.+p shall be Bernstein.'

Well, not bad at all. No objections!

Agreed.

Clea and Generos also supported the decision, and thus, the name of the new s.h.i.+p was decided.

In that case, Miss Elsa, youll be in charge of presenting its name at the launching ceremony.

!?

Elsa was surprised by the sudden and unexpected request.

As for the attire, you can borrow something from the hotel. Elsa, come to my place after this. Well discuss the details.

Yes.

So, unexpectedly, Elsas naming proposal was accepted, and simultaneously, she was entrusted with the significant task of naming the s.h.i.+p at the launching ceremony.

Well, Elsa, it suits you.

Elsa was dressed in what could be described as a frilly dress. It had a light blue base with white lace and frills, adorned with gold decorations for emphasis, making it quite flashy.

A silver tiara sparkled on her head.

Underneath the skirt, she wore a pannier, creating a slightly puffed silhouette.

Although it was called a pannier, it wasnt made of fabrics like tulle. Instead, it was a structure known as a farthingale from a bygone era. In other words, it had a framework made of elastic material attached to the waist, puffing up the skirt.

Is this what they do in traditional launching ceremonies?

Half in amazement and half in admiration of Elsas attire, which was quite unusual for him to see, Jin asked.

Hmm, honestly, I didnt know either. After all, this is the first time a large s.h.i.+p like this has been built.

Thats true.

However, in the past, when they constructed several military s.h.i.+ps, they might have done something similar.

Referring to the coastal patrol s.h.i.+p of the 10-meter cla.s.s.

This marks the beginning of the ceremony.

Elsa explained the program to Jin.

I see, they created a new ceremony based on past traditions. So that means, you become the honored first person to perform the naming ceremony.

In contemporary Earth ceremonies, its common to break a bottle of red wine or pop a champagne cork.

But, it looks good on you.

It wasnt exactly Gothic Lolita, but the design seemed related to it in Jins eyes. Given Elsas preference for simple and easy-to-move designs, it was a new discovery for him.

Dont stare too much.

Elsa herself felt uncomfortable in the unfamiliar dress with a design she didnt like.

No, Im praising you.

Still, its embarra.s.sing.

She seemed uncomfortable with the attention in an outfit she wasnt used to.

You wont be able to have lunch dressed like that.

Reinhardt made an unusual comment.

Yeah, so after this, Ill practice and then change.

The outfit was somewhat old-fas.h.i.+oned, to the point where even using the bathroom seemed challenging. Jin thought that a more modern outfit, according to Earth standards, would be more suitable.