New chapter of Plant Magic Lord is out! (4/10 chapters)

 

 

To the Next Challenge

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After finishing lunch, Leia, Nana, and Iskamina began examining the lion statues again. They did not give up. Their spirit of challenge was admirable. Since strong mana might have been necessary, I waited nearby. Leia nodded while taking notes on what Iskamina was explaining. Nana was patting the lion statue softly.

By the way, Iskamina’s oil was properly wiped off.

Well, it is inevitable that the fur looked a bit shiny…

“The lightning spheres on the second layer are similar. It does seem they are related.” (Nana)

“The mixture of lightning ore with iron and copper, mugu…” (Iskamina)

“In my opinion, judging from the era of the magic formula, it was made over five hundred years ago. But not as far back as a thousand years. We can only know for sure after disassembly.” (Leia)

“Hmm… it matches Tetetoka’s story.” (Elt)

Everyone nodded at my words.

To be honest, we still have to verify Tetetoka’s story from now on.

“Lightning ore, iron, and copper… None of those exist around here either. The lion statues Stella encountered are three. One here. If the same density was arranged all the way to Zanzas… just roughly calculating, there might be hundreds.” (Elt)

“I cannot believe it, mugu. Even a single country would not easily prepare such a quantity, mugu.” (Iskamina)

“My small homeland would be dizzy from it. If ten were lined up, they would probably drive away quite a few monsters.” (Nana)

“It does seem unlikely that ordinary magicians prepared this.” (Leia)

“If we can identify more about the materials and magic formula, we might be able to trace it. It is definitely not something a town workshop could handle.” (Nana)

I glanced at the Dryads. The Dryads were napping while leaning against the resting Cockatrice sisters.

“Piyo… piyo…” (Cockatrice)

“Pii… yoo…” (Cockatrice)

“Suu…” (Tetetoka)

Tetetoka was also sleeping, nestled between the Cockatrice sisters.

It is hard to believe she has lived for hundreds of years… but perhaps this is the secret to her longevity.

“Still, I was surprised, but Elt-sama is very knowledgeable. Magic and mana are often said to be gifts from the gods… but knowledge and wisdom are not. You truly know a lot.” (Leia)

“…Some nobles find research bothersome, mugu. Does Elt-sama have a special interest?” (Iskamina)

“Well, yes. There are no mines around here, but minerals are valuable trade goods. I try to have at least basic knowledge.” (Elt)

If we ever grow the village, trading metals and minerals will be essential. For now, we just buy from outside, but if we can process materials ourselves, business will expand. Of course, it would be best if something valuable came from the forest or lake. But even if something emerges from the ground, it is useless not knowing its market value or physical properties.

I must find time to steadily learn about that. Thanks to that, I can keep up enough to be praised.

“Hm? From over there… Stella and the others are…?” (Elt)

“They are earlier than expected.” (Leia)

“Did something happen?” (Iskamina)

They are supposed to advance through the underground passage until dusk. So, returning this early is suspicious. Did something happen?

 

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“…That is why we encountered the lion knight and temporarily retreated.” (Stella)

Stella’s explanation was concise and to the point.

A moving golem, the lion knight. A powerful lightning sphere that splits. No one seems injured.

I first praised Stella for ordering the retreat. This was important going forward.

“I see… good call to retreat. Fortunately, no one is hurt.” (Elt)

“But Wood was put in danger. It seems nothing serious, but he was hit once.” (Leia)

“Ugo ugo, I’m fine!” (Wood)

“…You seem alright, let me see.” (Elt)

From what I can see, Wood looks fine. Wood is based on my mana, so I can tell its condition to a certain extent when I touch it. It seems like there isn’t enough water right now.

“Sorry, can someone give Wood some water?” (Elt)

“I’ll do it.” (Nana)

Nana took a small water bottle from inside her costume’s belly.

Really convenient…

“Ugo ugo, thank you!” (Wood)

“You’re welcome. But it’s just tomato juice inside.” (Nana)

“Ugo ugo, water is better, but it’s okay…” (Wood)

Wood looked a bit confused.

Well, this is also growth. Adventurers are eccentric. Learning to deal with that is necessary.

Stella’s caution is also understandable. Even if there is resistance, overconfidence is unwise. But they are definitely safe. Stella has more battle experience. They understand that without me saying much, so I am not too worried.

“…But I’m glad you’re safe.” (Elt)

“Elt-sama…” (Stella)

“From what I hear, this is not an enemy we can easily defeat. Leia, your opinion?” (Elt)

“I agree. We should carefully consider and prepare before challenging again.” (Leia)

By the way, Leia’s cockatrice hat is still stiff… Well, she is serious in what she says.

“But splitting lightning spheres is…” (Elt)

I murmured, recalling Stella’s story.

“Yes, that’s right… They are much faster and more dangerous than the lightning spheres before.” (Stella)

Even as she said that, her eyes were burning.

Lately, I have come to understand this as well. Stella is the type who finds value in fighting strong enemies.

“I definitely want to defeat it.” (Stella)

Stella touched the handle of her bat.

And probably, she loves challenge restrictions or rather, she does not accept fighting unless it follows her own ideals. Yeah, but that is fine. I have also set various restrictions and challenges in games before. It is called unlocking achievements.

The sun was still up in the sky. Stella’s spirit seemed to burn the ground, or maybe that was just my imagination.

I nodded once.

“All right, shall we train?” (Elt)

“Yes…!” (Stella)

Nana also raised her hand. Of course, it was the costume hand.

“I will help with whatever I can. Sounds interesting.” (Nana)

“Let’s do our best…!” (Leia)

Leia was taking notes on the scene. Muttering softly as she wrote.

“Two S-rank adventurers challenge an ancient golem… How will they defeat the lightning spheres that burn their bodies?” (Leia)

“What is that…?” (Elt)

“It’s a report to send to the guild headquarters.” (Leia)

“That sounds like a really exciting way to start it.” (Elt)

The combination of Stella holding a bat and Nana in a costume… Well, somehow the image is striking. At first glance, you would not know what kind of team they are.

“That is important too. The report must convey that something amazing is happening, using only words.” (Leia)

“…Teach me a little later.” (Elt)

So, the next strong enemy is the lion knight.

While learning from Leia, I tried writing as I wanted.

“What awaits behind the lion knight…? Is there a secret to breaking the hellish lightning spheres… something like that?” (Elt)

“Yes, yes, that sounds great!” (Leia)

It somehow feels like a sports article hype…

I thought so but kept it to myself.

 

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