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The Four Positions

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Of course, that was not a decision that could be made immediately. After all, it involved others besides me. However, I had become quite enthusiastic about it inside. Legal protection and organization. It was clear that these were my future challenges. If I could solve them together, that would be better. Since eventually, I would have to do something about them anyway.

Now, I can move forward by borrowing Leia’s power. Hmm… the four necessary people. If I can get approval from the three besides myself…

“…I understand the proposal. I will consider it positively but give me a few days.” (Elt)

“Understood. There are no other priority matters, so I will stay in the village without returning to Zanzas.” (Leia)

“Sorry to trouble you. But that helps.” (Elt)

“No problem. If you allow me to spend time with the Cockatrice sisters, I won’t be bored…” (Leia)

Was that a polite expression…? For some reason, it feels like about half of it was sincere.

“I also want to improve the cold-weather gear that lets me feel the Cockatrice mood…” (Leia)

“I see. Having things to do is good.” (Elt)

Cockatrice mood or not…She has a Cockatrice hat on her head, and now she wants to pursue the Cockatrice mood even more? Perhaps Leia still feels the Cockatrice mood is insufficient. If she increases it any further, won’t it almost be a costume by then? I don’t understand. On Leia’s smiling face, there are the round, clear eyes of the Cockatrice hat. They sparkle without any dullness.

Well, Dia and the Cockatrice sisters are indeed cute. Yeah, I will try not to mind it.

 

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After Leia left, only Stella, Naru, and I remained.

While drinking tea, I pondered. I had heard the outline together, but how should I talk to these two? For the personnel, Stella as deputy branch chief, Naru for document management. That seemed fine. From their earlier reactions, I thought it unlikely either would refuse. Though Naru’s reaction seemed somewhat surprised.

Then, Stella timidly raised her hand.

“…If Elt-sama wishes, I want to do it. It may be presumptuous, but I want proof that I have put down roots in this village…” (Stella)

“That is very appreciated, but…” (Elt)

“I want to do it as a proper position and job… I can’t explain it well though.” (Stella)

Stella’s circumstances were a little complicated. She was a world-famous hero, Dia’s mother, and Marcosias’s guardian. It was indeed difficult to describe Stella’s current situation in one sentence. She probably found it hard to put into words herself.

But I had spent some recent time under the same roof with Stella. I knew there were various sides beneath her usual coolness. For example, how she cared deeply for Dia, and her habit of hitting with a bat. I truly thought Stella had done well, and I wanted to repay her. If that could be achieved with the title of deputy branch chief, then I should do it.

“Alright, I will definitely count on you going forward.” (Elt)

“…! Yes, I will do my best…!” (Stella)

Stella shook her long ears happily. Seeing her pleased, I felt relieved.

Next, I turned to Naru. She was the very first resident and still supports this village in logistics and finance. If we were to create an official organization in the village, I wanted Naru to participate.

“As you heard, I want to proceed with the Adventurer Guild plan from earlier… so I ask Naru to take the document management role.” (Elt)

“Nya… is it really alright for me, nya?” (Naru)

“Hm? I don’t think there’s anyone more suitable…” (Elt)

“The branch chief of the Adventurer Guild is often a local influential person, nya. At least from what I know, that’s correct, nya.” (Naru)

“…I see.” (Elt)

“For the four positions, it’s normal for the branch chief’s relatives or top retainers to serve… It’s not usually a merchant who moved here from the north due to business failure, nya.” (Naru)

Stella’s circumstances were a bit complicated. She was a world-famous hero, Dia’s mother, and Marcosias’s guardian. It was indeed difficult to sum up Stella’s current situation in one sentence. She probably found it hard to put into words herself.

But I had spent some recent time under the same roof with Stella, and I knew there were many sides beneath her usual cool exterior. For example, how deeply she cared for Dia, and her habit of hitting with a bat. I truly believed Stella had done well, and I wanted to repay her. If that could be achieved by taking the title of deputy branch chief, then I should do it.

“…I also have my reasons. I can’t rely much on my family. I have to start from scratch.” (Elt)

“That is a difficult duty, nya… You are very admirable at your age, nya.” (Naru)

“That’s why I want you to help. This village will grow even more. If the underground passages are useful, this village can multiply many times over. But without managing money and documents, everything has limits. This village started from zero, and I want to see how far it can go with you.” (Elt)

These words were genuine. I stared at Naru.

After a moment, she timidly said…

“…Nya. Is it really okay for us, who have no mana?” (Naru)

“Of course.” (Elt)

Saying that, Naru slapped her own face.

…Was she psyching herself up?

“Understood, nya…! I will do it with all my heart and soul, nya!” (Naru)

All right, it seemed to have gotten through. I was relieved, but there was still one more among the four officers.

The last one… was Anaria. I thought she wouldn’t refuse if she could make potions.

 

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Then, while searching for Anaria, it seemed she was in the Large Tree Tower.

That probably meant something like a meeting about grass dumplings or production. I told her not to work much today since it was after the banquet. I briefly wondered what to do, but it was better to get permission sooner rather than later. I decided to head toward the Large Tree Tower.

Near the Large Tree Tower, I was used to seeing Dryads buried there. They remain lively even though the temperature has dropped. Probably, this lifestyle has been theirs since they were in the forest. The soil bath also seemed busy as usual. Rather, it felt like more people were there after the banquet to refresh themselves.

Speaking of which, it is getting cold outside, but doesn’t that bother them? Or perhaps the inside of the earth is surprisingly warm…

While I was thinking about such things, I was suddenly addressed.

“Oh, Elt-sama, are you here for the soil bath too?” (Anaria)

“Hm…? Ah, so you’re here. No, I’m not…” (Elt)

There was Anaria soaking in the soil bath. She had laid straw on the ground and was resting her head on it. That looked warm. Or rather, she was enjoying it fully while in heavy armor.

“I ate and partied too much yesterday… I’ve been into this for a little while now. Ah, it’s so refreshing~” (Anaria)

Anaria looked relaxed.

…Perfect timing. I would bring up the matter of the security officer.

No, the timing might not be ideal. But if I ask too formally, she might overthink things. I learned a bit from Naru earlier. If she overthinks, she might decline. Anaria has been working in this village since the very beginning. In a way, this was just to clarify that.

Yeah… I would say it all at once.

“Actually, Leia suggested establishing an Adventurer Guild branch…” (Elt)

“Is that so!? Congratulations!” (Anaria)

“Then, would you become the security officer?” (Elt)

“Eh!? Are you asking me that now!?” (Anaria)

“I will be considerate of potion-making. The other three officers are me, Stella, and Naru. Hmm… asking like this seems very fitting for this village.” (Elt)

“That might be true… I really like this village a lot… If I can be of help!” (Anaria)

“Yeah, I’m counting on you.” (Elt)

At that moment, Tetetoka walked over carrying a watering can.

“Alright, who wants some lukewarm water?” (Tetetoka)

“Ah, please!” (Anaria)

“…Eh?” (Elt)

“This is great… I recently woke up to it!” (Anaria)

*Splash, splash.*

Hmm… She really seems to enjoy the village from her heart… Then, that’s good.

Thus, the Adventurer Guild was established in the Healberry Village. Leia would organize the paperwork later. Anyway, I took a new first step.

 

Territory Information

Place name: Healberry Village

Special facilities: Adventurer Guild (tentative), Large Tree Tower (with soil bath)

Total population: 155

Tourism level: D (soil bath)

Fishing level: D (Rainbow Fish farming)

Ranch level: D (Cockatrice sisters)

Demon lord level: F (Protecting a Demon)

 

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