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Potion Making

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The next day. Even though I drank quite a lot of wine, I woke up feeling refreshed.

It seems that having mana really does make you more resistant to alcohol.

After getting ready, I left the house. Last night, Anaria and I got excited and decided to make potions together.

There was a slight breeze, but the weather was nice. I greeted the Nyaff tribe as I headed to Anaria’s house.

“Good morning nya, Elt-sama!” (Nyaff tribe)

“Good morning, you’re working hard early in the morning.” (Elt)

“Since I was treated to such a feast yesterday nya, I will give it my all nya!” (Nyaff tribe)

All the Nyaff tribe members looked full of motivation.

It seems holding the fruit party was the right choice. Well, this world surprisingly has a strict class system, and the environment can be pretty harsh. I hope I can lead things well around here. There still aren’t many houses in the territory.

Before I knew it, I arrived at Anaria’s house.

…Huh, it feels like it’s been a really long time since I did something with a woman. Anaria is a little unusual, but she’s definitely beautiful. I feel a little nervous.

“W-well… we’re just going to make potions together. It’s a bit early, but it should be fine, right…?” (Elt)

I was about to knock on the door when–…

“Ahhh!! My head hurts! Elt-sama is coming…! Stupid me! I drank too much!” (Anaria)

There was a loud crash. I heard sounds of thrashing around inside. Anaria clearly had a terrible hangover.
She drank a lot after all, gulping it down.

“…Maybe I should come back later.” (Elt)

I want to see the confused Anaria, but being mean wouldn’t be good. Besides, I know I shouldn’t see a woman like that. Yeah, I’ll come back after taking a walk.

 

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After discussing things with Naru for a while, I visited Anaria’s house again. She was waiting, having tidied herself up.

“…I’m sorry, having a hangover like that.” (Anaria)

“Don’t worry about it so much.” (Elt)

Anaria was very apologetic.

I understand from experience in my previous life…

Hangovers are tough. Plus, it was a housewarming celebration, so drinking too much is understandable. There must be both anxiety and excitement about the new place. I got excited too and drank a lot of wine.

“That just means you really enjoyed yourself, Anaria.” (Elt)

“Y-yes… It was a long time since I could talk about potions that much. It was really fun, so I ended up drinking too much.” (Anaria)

“Well, that makes me happy. Alright… let’s get started!” (Elt)

I gave a grin. Anaria’s atmosphere relaxed in response.

Yeah, it’s easier for me to interact with her like this.

“My cheeks feel hot…” (Anaria)

“Are you okay? If you feel sick, we can do this another day.” (Elt)

“No! I’m fine! Let’s do it!” (Anaria)

She led me to the workshop at the back of the house. Despite having just moved in yesterday, the tools and furniture were neatly arranged.

…It might be rude to stare too much.

I quietly looked away as I walked. The potion-making tools were already set up on the table. We could start right away.

Phew… I can finally start making potions. If I can do this, my possibilities will expand dramatically.

I was getting a little excited. Anaria looked happy too, her expression lively.

“Well then, I’ll try making one first. If you notice anything, please don’t hesitate to tell me.” (Elt)

“Yes, understood.” (Anaria)

According to my knowledge, making a healing potion is not very difficult if you have the proper tools. The easiest way might be to avoid using water and instead use a filtration method. You put small pieces of Heal Berry into a beaker and heat it. Then, you use a funnel to remove impurities. This process is repeated. The method is simple, but there are two important points to be careful about. One is the heating time, and the other is the removal of impurities. If you get either wrong, it will be ruined.

Since I have the right tools, it should be fine unless I fall asleep. If this works well, my previous life’s knowledge will also be useful for making other potions. I will start by making a simple potion first.

First, I cut the Heal Berry finely with a knife. It felt like normal fruit. Next was heating, but there were various unknown herbs on the table.

I wonder what they are used for. Should I ask?

“What are these herbs for, Anaria?” (Elt)

“Eh…? They are for making potions… You mix them before heating.” (Anaria)

“Mix them? No, that step shouldn’t be necessary.” (Elt)

“R-Really? Even at the Advanced Academy, this mixing method is the only one taught.” (Anaria)

Hmm? That shouldn’t be the case. Or maybe my knowledge and this world’s knowledge are different. So far, there have been no differences in the magic knowledge.

I guess I won’t know unless I try. If Anaria is right, my method will fail. That would still be useful for deciding future directions.

“For now, let me try it my way.” (Elt)

“Yes… understood.” (Anaria)

After that, I proceeded with potion making according to what I know.

Heating and impurity removal. Yes, no problems.

As I repeated the process, the color gradually became a beautiful blue. After removing impurities three times, it was exactly the blue color of the potion I knew.

Yeah, I think it turned out well.

“…Alright, it’s done.” (Elt)

When I said that and looked at Anaria, she froze.

“Hey, what’s wrong?” (Elt)

“Ah…! I’m sorry, I was feeling faint for a moment!” (Anaria)

“O-Okay… anyway, the potion is finished.” (Elt)

I shook the potion transferred to a small bottle.

Hmm, I thought it was a perfect result.

I glanced at Anaria, who was clearly eager. She probably wants to confirm if it is a proper potion.

“How about it? Would you try drinking it?” (Elt)

“…Is that alright?” (Anaria)

“This is the only method I know. You’re more of an expert, so you are the right person to judge.” (Elt)

“I see, understood… then, I will.” (Anaria)

Anaria took the small bottle and drank the potion in one go. As expected of someone who had bet her life on potions, she drank it well.

“—!!” (Anaria)

“How is it? Different from others?” (Elt)

“No, it’s a wonderful potion! My hangover is cured! This is definitely a potion.” (Anaria)

Oh, I see. So, my method was fine after all.

“Still, I never imagined that you could make a potion without mixing herbs. Elt-sama’s knowledge is really amazing. I had no idea there was another method.” (Anaria)

“Hmm, I don’t really understand, but… ah, since you don’t mix, you don’t need those herbs.” (Elt)

“Yes, that’s right. These herbs are not cheap either… It’s a revolutionary manufacturing method!” (Anaria)

I see. Though Healberries are scarce now, so only we can make good use of this advantage. However, I’ve never expected there to be an advantage even in the manufacturing method. This may be very useful for developing the territory.

“Elt-sama, if you use this method well, you could have enormous influence over the Apothecary Guild. If potions become the main product, this will be very advantageous.” (Anaria)

I thought so too. Considering the future, I want to have a connection with the guild. Lending equipment and sending personnel… there are many things I would want to request. It will surely be beneficial for managing the territory. Thinking about that makes me excited.

 

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