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Request

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Several days had passed after that. After putting up the signboard, the number of people coming and going began to increase. As expected, properly advertising what kind of place it was had a significant effect. Some people came to use the mud bath, while others were just passing travelers or merchants. In any case, those kinds of people spent money. Accommodation and meal fees… money moved just by having people come. In the meantime, a considerable amount of gold coins had been saved.

Hmm… maybe I should use this as capital and try raising Rainbow Fish next. If I can obtain the scales of that fish steadily, the Dryad will grow as well…

*Pat.*

I touched my own hair.

Yes, it’s still fluffy.

Amid such smooth days, a letter came from the Zanzas Adventurer Guild. Although not as much as the last time, it was sealed quite securely. It must be an important matter.

I gathered Naru, Anaria, and Stella, and immediately opened it in front of them. The letter contained two requests from the Adventurer Guild.

“Let’s see… Hmm, they want us to make 50 paralysis recovery potions… and they are requesting to dispatch Stella…” (Elt)

The letter also included the reason why those requests were made.

“To capture the Forbidden Zone of the second floor of the Zanzas Labyrinth which is the dwelling of the Thunder Spirit, huh. What kind of place is that?” (Elt)

“Mmnya, the dwelling of the Thunder Spirit is an area where thunder runs wild with magic nya. There are many living thunders that move as if they’re alive nya.” (Naru)

At Naru’s words, Anaria nodded.

“The moving thunder pierces metal and frequently inflicts paralysis attacks… Without paralysis recovery potions, you can’t proceed.” (Anaria)

“What a troublesome area. I see… That’s why a large amount of paralysis recovery potions is necessary for the capture. But why are they asking for Stella’s dispatch?” (Elt)

“Stella is the one who has gone deepest into that area.” (Naru)

“That’s a perfect reason then.” (Elt)

“Fueeh… That was really just luck. It just so happened that there were fewer moving thunders…” (Stella)

“Even so, you’re the record holder, right? It’s only natural they’d want you to participate as an advisor or something.” (Elt)

What I want to ask next is the reason for attempting to capture that area. Was there something past the moving thunders…? The geography is quite different from the memories of my previous life, so I can’t rely on them much. I’ll have to ask.

“So, why are they challenging that area? It wasn’t written in the letter, but is there something in the back?” (Elt)

“It is said that there is thunder ore, which is the cause of the moving thunder nya. It’s a stone containing thunder magic, and when thrown at monsters, it explodes nya.” (Naru)

In fact, even in this world, electricity is used in some areas. As Naru explained, one use is for attacking monsters. Monsters with resistance to thunder are rare, so it’s an effective attack method. Another use is as a power source for ancient civilization relics. However, this is a very rare usage.

“It may also be the Adventurer Guild’s long-cherished wish over hundreds of years… That’s the only area on the second floor that hasn’t been conquered.” (Naru)

“…Hmm, I see…” (Elt)

Ordinary nobles wouldn’t care even if there is an unconquered area. But I have memories of my previous life. That’s why I understand very well the feeling of being bothered if an area isn’t cleared. When something isn’t fully explored, it leaves a vague sense of discomfort… Surely, the Zanzas Adventurer Guild has been feeling that discomfort for hundreds of years. Thinking that way, it makes sense they would want to complete it now, using their partnership with me as an opportunity. Of course, the letter also mentioned a reward for cooperation.

The paralysis recovery potions will be bought at a price several percent higher than the agreed rate for bulk delivery. If Stella is dispatched, 200 gold coins will be given. Together, it amounts to nearly a billion in value, by feel. I will prioritize making the paralysis recovery potions, but since they will buy them at a high price, it’s no problem. The rest depends on Stella. If she wants to go, I want to support her.

“Stella, how about it? Do you want to challenge the capture of that area?” (Elt)

“…If possible, yes. I still feel it was unfinished.” (Stella)

“Then, it’s settled. We’ll accept this request. However, Stella, there’s one condition. Well, you probably already know though…” (Elt)

“What is it…?” (Stella)

“Don’t overdo it, and come back safe. That’s the condition.” (Elt)

 

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Thus, we decided to accept the Adventurer Guild’s request. I left the preparation for dispatching Stella to her herself.

Now I have to make lots of paralysis recovery potions.

With that, I visited Tetetoka at the Large Gree Tower.

Since putting up the signboard, soil bath visitors hadn’t stopped during the day. Even then, about 20 middle-aged men were entrusting their hopes to the mud bath. I wouldn’t go into detail, but their hopes, yes.

Leaving that aside, I had come for the production of Heal Mangoes, the raw material for the paralysis recovery potion. Heal Mangoes were, just as the name suggested, mangoes with mana. They looked exactly like beautiful red mangoes. They were very sweet and tasted quite good when chilled.

Leaving that aside, there was one troublesome point. These Heal Mangoes consumed a lot of mana when created by magic. Fruits that cured status ailments always lacked enough mana. If I had tried to secure the required fifty only with my magic, it would have taken more than a month. That said, Heal Mangoes had a poor yield. Trying to obtain them outside my territory apparently took more than ten times the effort.

I briefly explained the situation to Tetetoka.

“…That’s the story this time. I want your help in producing Heal Mangoes.” (Elt)

“Of course~. All the mobile Dryads will help grow Heal Mangoes.” (Tetetoka)

“Ah, please do. Also, here’s this, if you want…” (Elt)

I handed over Rainbow Fish scales that adventurers had obtained.

Tetetoka’s eyes sparkled.

“Yay! Thank you gratefully~.” (Tetetoka)

“How you allocate them is up to you. For now, just use them for the increased production of Heal Mangoes and that’ll be fine.” (Elt)

Tetetoka handles those things well. She also manages vegetable production efficiently. Also, Tetetoka’s way of thinking and lifestyle often come unexpectedly. The soil bath is one example, and it’s all been useful. There might be something from a Dryad’s perspective this time too.

“With this, the production side is handled… Tetetoka, have you noticed anything with this matter?” (Elt)

“Noticed something~? Hmm…” (Tetetoka)

“Anything’s fine. Just say what comes to mind.” (Elt)

“In that case~… Does Wood get paralyzed by thunder?” (Tetetoka)

“…Hmm? Probably not…” (Elt)

Ah, that’s right… Treemen are resistant to status ailments. That’s because, of course, they are trees. Their structure is different from ordinary humans.

“…Right. Wood might be a good match.” (Elt)

With how Wood is now, he could perform better than ordinary adventurers. With my current mana, Wood can move in Zanzas too.

“Hmm… If Stella gives the go-ahead, having him go together might be a good idea.” (Elt)

It would be like a first-time dungeon challenge instead of a first errand. Eventually, I wanted him to gain experience. If it’s with Stella, then there’s no complaint.

Later on, I found out… Apparently, sending both Stella and Wood was considered overkill. Thunder paralysis didn’t affect Wood at all.

I see… So, Wood can handle that kind of combat too. Though he’s still developing in terms of experience.

I began to feel confident again that Wood might one day have his own statue standing in Zanzas.

 

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