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Playing Ball and Diet

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I ate quite a lot at the barbecue.

The combination of honey and grilled fruit is dangerous… I’m really full.

Maybe because of that, when I got home and lay down on the bed, sleepiness came quickly. Just before my eyelids closed, the stars in the night sky looked very beautiful. I didn’t know any constellations, but still, the stars were beautiful.

The next morning, I woke up somewhat late. I thought I had a deep sleep. I was noisy and full yesterday after all.

When I went down to the living room, Wood was preparing breakfast. I remembered there were some leftovers from yesterday’s barbecue, so I should eat those.

“Good morning, Wood.” (Elt)

“Ugo Ugo! Good morning!” (Wood)

By the way, Wood also enjoyed the high-grade soil yesterday. There wasn’t enough soil for Wood to be buried, so it was more like soaking in it. Still, Wood seemed relaxed. After all, being the same kind of plant, Dryads and Wood like similar things.

After breakfast, I thought about today’s plans.

Actually, today is also a day off, so there’s nothing particular to do. I could sleep again or spend time reading a book.

While thinking about that, a visitor came. It was Brown. I wasn’t expecting anyone, so I wondered what the purpose was.

“Good morning, nya!” (Brown)

“Ah, good morning.” (Elt)

Brown was full of energy today as well.

Hmm?

Brown was carrying a handbag… The opening was visible, so I glimpsed inside. There were many balls inside.

These must be the balls I asked the Nyaff tribe to make to counter the moving thunder… Maybe I should confirm.

“Are those balls in your bag the ones I asked for?” (Elt)

“Yes, nya. The prototype is finished, so I brought it, nya.” (Brown)

“Thank you. But today is a day off, so tomorrow would have been fine.” (Elt)

“Before making them, I thought the same, nya. But when I saw these, it somehow made me itch to play, nya.” (Brown)

Saying so, Brown leaned forward strongly. He looked impatient to throw them.

“I want you to throw the balls, nya!” (Brown)

 

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So, I took Wood and Brown and headed to the square. The recent weather has been stable, and today, though there are some clouds, it is sunny. I was grateful that there was almost no wind. It was perfect for throwing balls.

When we got to the square, some people were already exercising. They were either hitting each other with wooden swords or running… Most of them were adventurers. They must like to move their bodies.

By the way, Stella was already at the square. She was lightly dressed to exercise today. She was swinging a stick earnestly.

*Buzz, buzz.*

The sound was intense. Her swinging looked quite good too.

Come to think of it, today is a day off…

Her enthusiasm was impressive.

“Ah, good morning! Elt-sama!” (Stella)

“Good morning, Stella. You are working hard.” (Elt)

“This? Well, I ate a little too much yesterday…” (Stella)

Stella said that and scratched her cheek.

I see, she was also exercising for dieting. I did eat a lot yesterday. It’s natural to worry about weight.

“I see…” (Elt)

“The vegetables here are so delicious that I tend to eat a lot… I thought I should move consciously.” (Stella)

If that is the case, this might be perfect. I have the prototype balls too. Maybe I should talk with Stella, who wants to exercise.

“Actually, I made something that mimics the moving thunder…” (Elt)

I took the balls out of the handbag Brown gave me.

Ah, each ball has a string attached. Hmm, the size fits perfectly. It’s about the size of a baseball. It fits in the palm and looks easy to throw. The softness varies depending on the ball. There is a difference like between hard and soft baseballs. That is convenient.

As I checked by spinning the ball, Brown wagged his tail and looked at me. I felt a warm gaze… toward the ball.

He probably wants me to throw it.

“Here!” (Elt)

I threw it lightly.

“Nyaaaan!” (Brown)

Brown dashed wildly, chased the soft ball, and picked it up.

So cute…

He picked up the ball and slowly came back. He looked very satisfied.

“Phew, this is fun, nyan!” (Brown)

“I-I see… That’s good.” (Elt)

I threw it lightly again.

“Nyaaaaaaan!” (Brown)

He dashed happily after the ball again. I felt like I was really playing with a cat. It was kind of fun.

Hmm, the soft ball is a bit hard to throw well. The hard one is easier to throw and faster.

“Um…?” (Stella)

“Ah, sorry. I was distracted by Brown.” (Elt)

I showed the balls to Stella.

Yes, first I need to get her opinion. She is the one who knows about moving thunder.

“I heard from Stella before, so I made this. Do you think throwing it could help counter the moving thunder?” (Elt)

“Ah! Yes, yes! That size is just right.” (Stella)

Stella, who noticed the role of the balls, took one with surprise. She spun the ball and looked at it with interest.

“Wonderful. Yes, exactly. About this size.” (Stella)

“I’m glad. I thought if two people practice throwing and hitting these, it would be efficient.” (Elt)

“Thank you very much!” (Stella)

“Well, there is also the matter of Wood. It’s better to practice beforehand.” (Elt)

Since there is a string, it’s okay even if the ball is hit back. With Stella’s current swing, a clean hit would definitely send the ball flying out of the park.

“Throwing it may require some skill…” (Elt)

I lightly explained the throwing form. However, my physical ability was quite average. Once she got used to it, Stella would probably throw faster than me.

While explaining by throwing the ball, adventurers gathered, curious. Perfect timing. I decided to teach them too. After all, this was for countering moving thunder in the Zanzas labyrinth. When I talked about the balls and practice, the adventurers eagerly listened. That was natural. They could prepare for the moving thunder in unexplored areas. Everyone started listening attentively.

After teaching them my throwing method, I left the rest to the adventurers.

Adventurers clearly have better stamina and athletic sense than me. I don’t need to keep instructing them. Fortunately, the adventurers have leather gloves. They can use them as mitts, so there is little risk of injury if careful.

Wood also seemed very enthusiastic about swinging the stick. When I thought about it, Wood was like a child. Playing something like baseball might be the most fun for him.

“Ugo Ugo! Swinging the stick is fun!” (Wood)

“Good, good… Stella, please watch him carefully.” (Elt)

“Yes! Wood has power, so if he learns how to move his body properly, he’ll become good quickly.” (Stella)

 

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After preparing balls and teaching how to throw, I turned back to Brown. He still seemed unsatisfied. He really wanted to play more.

Hmm… since he made the balls, I might as well play with Brown. Though it looks like I’m the only one throwing the ball.

“…Sorry for making you wait.” (Elt)

“No, no, it’s fine, nya!” (Brown)

I threw the ball.

“Nyaaaaaaan!” (Brown)

More and more Nyaff tribe members gathered. In the end, we played ball until sunset. I found the Nyaff tribe dashing cute, so I ended up playing for a long time.

I should play with the Nyaff tribe regularly from now on. It is a pleasant tiredness.

We became even closer with the Nyaff tribe. They were grateful because they could move after eating a lot at yesterday’s barbecue.

After a full day, Stella and Wood’s moving thunder countermeasures progressed greatly.

From now on, it should be fine with consistent practice. This is how my day off passed meaningfully.

 

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