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The One Who Sleeps Holding a Bat

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Having warmed up nicely, we left the Large Tree Tower bath, changed clothes, and departed from the Cockatrice lodging.

Ahh… that feels so good. Even though we soaked in hot water, the Cockatrice we leaned against stayed fluffy and soft… Such a strange sensation.

“It was exactly as I imagined. I had thought as much while watching them in the Zanzas Dungeon. Even when soaked in water, their full-body fluffiness remains completely intact…” (Stella)

“Piyo, fluffiness is important even in hot water, piyo!” (Dia)

Dia, held in Stella’s arms, also seemed in a great mood. It had been the first time she’d taken a bath together with other Cockatrices.

If we increase these kinds of interactions, it’ll be a good experience for Dia.

The sun was still high in the sky. The post-festival cleanup had already been completed thoroughly. Recently, even more merchants and travelers had been visiting compared to before the festival. Apparently, many were stopping by here after passing through Zanzas. As we walked from the lodging toward the village, we spotted Leia carrying a travel bag. The bag was decorated with several Cockatrice accessories.

“Leia, hello. You’re back?” (Elt)

“Yes, hello! The post-processing in Zanzas has settled down, so I’ve returned.” (Leia)

“That must be tough, going back and forth.” (Elt)

“Busy, piyo.” (Dia)

“No, no, this village is rather healing for me… Work in Zanzas is going smoothly as well. Thanks to the increased supply of potions, there’s not much to worry about.” (Leia)

“You’re managing everything properly, huh… So, you’ve got reliable people you can delegate to.” (Elt)

“These past few months, I’ve been gradually changing the system. Zanzas is also evolving so it can move forward alongside Healberry Village.” (Leia)

Leia puffed out her chest proudly, looking very dependable.

Even her Cockatrice hat seems to be saying, Right?!

“Got it. It’s almost the new year. Things will start moving again. I’m counting on you.” (Elt)

“No… The pleasure is mine!” (Leia)

With that, Leia walked off.

“That piyo sure is a hard worker, piyo.” (Dia)

“Yes, she is…” (Elt)

She was a little eccentric and obsessed with Cockatrices. But it was true she was doing her best for the village.

“Her passion for Cockatrices is incredible. When you have something you truly love, your motivation really skyrockets.” (Elt)

“I’ve got to work hard too…” (Stella)

Stella’s voice was filled with determination.

“…Be really careful with [Swallow], okay?” (Elt)

“Yes…! And also, I need to promote Noball more…” (Stella)

“Will you be okay, piyo?” (Dia)

“I’ve already cleared [Swallow] once before. Of course, I won’t let my guard down.” (Stella)

Stella buried her face into the chirping Dia and said:

“I’ll definitely come back safely!” (Stella)

 

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After parting with Elt and the others, Leia hummed a tune as she headed to Nana’s house. Naturally, it was to discuss Cockatrice goods.

“Cococokkaa~ I’m coming in~” (Leia)

After knocking, she turned the spare key and opened the door. The house was quiet.

It’s still daytime… Nana’s a Vampire, so she might be asleep.

“Hmm… Is she in the living room?” (Leia)

Leia walked through the house. Before long, she reached the living room. What she saw there was Nana collapsed on the floor, hugging a bat. Of course, still wearing the Cockatrice costume. On top of that, the living room was littered with bats.

A panicked Leia rushed over to Nana.

“What happened here, with all these bats…!? Is this a nervous breakdown!?” (Leia)

“Mnnya… Ahh, Leia, huh. No, that’s not it…” (Nana)

Nana slowly sat up.

“So, it’s not a nervous breakdown… Is it some kind of deeper mental illness? We should get you to a doctor right away.” (Leia)

“N-No, that’s not it.” (Nana)

“It’s okay. I’ve had times when I hit a wall and ended up sleeping with my face buried in a plushie.” (Leia)

“I’m telling you, that’s not it… These are spare bats for Stella.” (Nana)

“Hmm…!? Ahh, I see!” (Leia)

*Clap*

Leia clapped her hands.

“…But why were you sleeping while hugging a bat?” (Leia)

“Hmm, didn’t I explain…? For my storage magic, I have to infuse items with magical power. Like sleeping with them in my arms. It takes time, you know.” (Nana)

“This is the first I’ve heard of that. That’s surprisingly top-secret information for an S-Rank Adventurer like you.” (Leia)

“Exactly. So, I’m not having a breakdown or anything.” (Nana)

Hearing Nana’s explanation, Leia let out a sigh of relief.

“That’s good. Lately, I’ve been hearing piyo piyo in my head… like auditory hallucinations…” (Leia)

“You’re clearly more dangerous than me.” (Nana)

“I don’t think I’m that tired, but somehow it just keeps happening…” (Leia)

As Leia was saying that, a faint sound echoed from somewhere.

*Piyo…*

“Hm?” (Nana)

“There, I heard it again. Sigh…” (Leia)

“No, I heard that one too.” (Nana)

“Eh? You heard my hallucination?” (Leia)

“Calm down. No way your hallucinations would reach my ears.” (Nana)

Saying that, Nana set down her bat and stood up, then casually reached for Leia’s Cockatrice hat. She turned it over, fiddled with various parts, touching here and there.

“Yep, the hat’s not working properly. It’s not a Cockatrice hallucination. It’s a malfunctioning hat.” (Nana)

“Ah…! I see! The chirping sound function is broken!” (Leia)

“You’ve been wearing it nonstop, haven’t you? …Wait, what’s this? A timer function…?” (Nana)

Nana tilted her head.

“Yes, I tried adding a timer feature as an experiment. Looks like it’s still no good though.” (Leia)

“Yeah, no doubt about it. That’s the cause.” (Nana)

As she spoke, Nana picked up the bat she had set aside. Without a sound, it disappeared. It had been stored away.

“Well, stay and relax a bit. Leia without the hat is a rare sight. I’ll bring some tomato juice.” (Nana)

“Thank you. I want to improve this timer function on the hat anyway.” (Leia)

“…Why you’d even put that on a hat, I won’t ask.” (Nana)

Nana said that with a warm smile. Since coming to this village, boredom had vanished.

For Nana, curiosity is everything. Inheriting and developing magical technology is nothing less than her life’s work. And along with that, her desire to confirm more things keeps growing. Knowledge always demands forward progress.

“Also, it’s perfect timing. It’s about Marcosias-chan.” (Nana)

Nana paused for a moment.

“What if she really is a true Demon?” (Nana)

 

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