New chapter of Plant Magic Lord is out (2/10 chapters)

 

 

Village Specialty

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Then, once the conversation settled down, I unfurled a piece of paper onto the table with a swift motion. It seemed Dia and the others had returned to their play rehearsal.

“So, about that talk of opening the Adventurer Guild after the festival…” (Elt)

“I believe it was to be timed with the New Year?” (Leia)

“Ah, that’s right. But I was thinking, at least we should show off the building for now.” (Elt)

“I see… Even if it’s just the exterior, that would make for a good appeal. Even if the interior is still under construction.” (Leia)

Leia nodded in agreement. Then, Stella leaned forward excitedly.

“This is the idea I came up with…!” (Stella)

What was drawn on the spread-out paper was a design for the exterior of the Adventurer Guild. Just like with the signboard, Stella was really good at this kind of thing.

It was exactly as I had imagined.

“Hooh…! I see, this is very nice.” (Leia)

“So, this is how it was designed… Truly a clever idea.” (Hattori)

Both Leia and Hattori seemed to approve. The exterior of the Adventurer Guild. I had surprisingly struggled with the question of what kind of new landmark would suit the village.

Just making it tall and big wasn’t enough. Something more… So I decided to go with something elaborate.

A building modeled after Dia as the centerpiece. And next to it, a smaller, well-balanced Wood.
By the way, Marcosias might cause issues if shown as-is, so I had it secretly positioned in its puppy form on Wood’s shoulder. A Cockatrice and a Tree-man. That was the basic combination.

“Dia and Wood were the first two born in this village. And I think they’re fitting to represent it.” (Elt)

“Indeed… I’m honestly impressed by the idea of a Cockatrice-themed building. And Wood-sama suits it perfectly as well.” (Leia)

“Surrounded by trees, after all. It matches the image of the village perfectly, degozaru.” (Hattori)

“I’m glad…” (Stella)

Stella, who had created the design, looked relieved.

I was relieved as well.

“Still, being able to create a building with a design like this… That’s the true potential of plant magic!” (Stella)

“Hmm… Well, I can’t make what I can’t imagine…” (Elt)

Dia and Wood were always close to each other.

Maybe I should try it out…

I focused my mana, and green light surged forth. When the light subsided, a small wooden sculpture appeared in my palm.

“It worked…!” (Elt)

I couldn’t help but exclaim quietly. It was a miniature of the Adventurer Guild, exactly as designed by Stella. A statue of Wood standing next to Dia. When she saw it, Stella’s eyes sparkled.

“Y-you did a great job…!” (Stella)

“Hmm, if we just made this bigger, it’d be the building itself.” (Elt)

A miniature in my palm.

Alright, I’ll go show it to Naru and the others too. They’re in charge of the interior and plumbing. I was starting to get excited.

 

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Meanwhile, Dia, Wood, and Marcosias were rehearsing their play. They had placed the script on the floor and were all reading lines together. The scene they were practicing was the first battle between the young noble and Marcosias. Held in Marcosias’s arms, Dia boldly recited her lines.

“Demon Marcosias! I shall smite you with righteous fury, piyo!” (Dia)

“Hah hah hah…! I like that spirit! Come then, I shall sweep you aside!” (Marcosias)

“Uwaa~ piyo!” (Dia)

In the script, the young noble faces a tough spot there. At that moment, Stella made her entrance. However, Dia tilted her head and paused the progression.

“…This person’s really weak, piyo.” (Dia)

“Ugougo… Let’s not point that out, okay?” (Wood)

“And they’re going to defeat the Demon King like this, piyo? That’s kind of reckless, piyo…” (Dia)

“My master, you must change your perspective. Even if you know you’ll lose, there is meaning in fighting!” (Marcosias)

“Ugougo, exactly right!” (Wood)

“If one cannot win alone, gather many and challenge together! Overwhelm them with numbers!” (Marcosias)

“Ugo!?” (Wood)

“I see, piyo! Even if you’re weak, if there’s a lot of you, you can win, piyo!” (Dia)

At Marcosias’s confident statement, Dia chirped in agreement.

“Exactly. Well, the only time I fought was that Demon King, though. The two of us beat him to a pulp!” (Marcosias)

“Kuu~ru piyo! …Piyo? What was that about just now, piyo?” (Dia)

“Ugougo, is your memory coming back?” (Wood)

At Wood’s words, Marcosias let out a thoughtful hum, gently hugging Dia from behind.

“What was that feeling just now…” (Marcosias)

“You were really into character, piyo?” (Dia)

“Hmm… Just now, the words came out naturally, but I myself don’t really get it. But something about it… sticks.” (Marcosias)

“…Ugougo. It’s stimulating.” (Wood)

“A good thing, piyo?” (Dia)

“Ugougo, a good thing.” (Wood)

“Then, I’ll do my best, piyo!” (Dia)

“Right… This play feels natural somehow. Let’s do our best!” (Marcosias)

“Yeah!” (All Three)

The three of them renewed their determination.

“By the way, I’ve been wondering. Who’s going to wield Durandal-chan?” (Marcosias)

“Me or Maru-chan, piyo?” (Dia)

“Why not both of us together?” (Marcosias)

“Ugogo… That might be… okay…?” (Wood)

“We’ll ask Otou-sama to make it later, piyo!” (Dia)

 

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At the same time, at the Cockatrice dormitory. Since it was lunchtime, Tetetoka and the others were preparing Grass Dumplings for the Cockatrices. Thanks to the magical tools, the dormitory was gently filled with spring-like warmth. At the front of the group, Tetetoka had a snare drum hanging from her neck, beating it as she walked. Humming a cheerful tune.

“Cocka, cocka~. Cockatorice~” (Tetetoka)

“Piyoppi!” (“Food!”) (Cockatrice)

Of course, Tetetoka herself was snacking without restraint as she walked. The other Dryads were doing the same.

*Pop, munch.*

Walking while eating was the identity of a Dryad, after all.

“Dum, dum, dumpling~” (Tetetoka)

“Piyo~!” (“Gonna eat~!”) (Cockatrice)

“Cocka, cocka~. Cockatorice~” (Tetetoka)

Once they had prepared plates of Grass Dumplings in front of all the Cockatrices, their task was complete. It felt like it ended quickly, but work was work. And of course, after work came Grass Dumplings. Leaning against the fluffy bodies of the Cockatrices, Tetetoka and the others ate more Grass Dumplings.

“Ahh, it’s so nostalgic. To be able to hear that song and those drums again…” (Lalatoma)

To Lalatoma’s words, Tetetoka responded by tapping her snare drum.

*Tat-tan!*

“It’s because I was able to make this again~” (Tetetoka)

“Piyopiyo!” (“Nice sound, piyo!”) (Cockatrice)

“Looks like the Cockatrices are happy too!” (Lalatoma)

It was actually the first time the Cockatrices heard Tetetoka’s song, but instinctively, they already loved it.

“Cocka, cocka~. Cockatorice~” (Tetetoka)

“Piyopiyo~. Pip-piyoyo~” (Cockatrices)

The Cockatrices sang along with Tetetoka.

“Well, I guess it is nostalgic. I used to sing it a lot back in the country.” (Tetetoka)

“She’s had a long relationship with these little ones!” (Lalatoma)

“Piyoppi!” (Cockatrice)

The Cockatrices that had been underground had been with Lalatoma since they were little.

Just how long had it been?

“We couldn’t make drums underground. I’m glad we moved here!” (Lalatoma)

“Right~?” (Tetetoka)

*Munch munch*

Tetetoka ate Grass Dumplings while tapping her snare drum lightly.

*Tatatan, tan!*

“My sense is coming back too.” (Tetetoka)

“Haa… To be able to eat Grass Dumplings while listening to Tetetoka Onee-chan’s music again…” (Lalatoma)

*Munch munch.*

With her stomach and heart full, Lalatoma began to nod off.

Part of me wants to keep listening… another part wants to fall asleep. Maybe it’s because it’s been so long since I heard this song…

Tetetoka always carried herself confidently and coolly. Yet when she sang this song, she sang it with such kindness.

“I’m getting sleepy now…” (Lalatoma)

“Why not take a little nap~?” (Tetetoka)

*Tat-tan, takkatakka!*

With a big smile, Tetetoka began to sing again. Watching Lalatoma’s black rose, gently.

“Cocka, cocka~. Cockatorice~” (Tetetoka)

 

Cockatrice Festival Preparation

45%

Grass Dumpling Festival completed

Lodging set up in the underground plaza

Elven Cuisine Welcome

Dia’s Play (Cockatrice Costume Edition)

Adventurer Guild Design finalized

 

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