New chapter of Plant Magic Lord is out! (3/3 chapters)

 

 

Out of Standard

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“Excuse me for suddenly showing up…” (Stella)

Stella said apologetically while stroking Dia.

“I heard from Elt-sama. That Leia is designing boats here or something.” (Stella)

“…Yeah, she’s inside. Well, first come in.” (Nana)

Nana invited Stella and Dia into the living room. The whole house smelled of tomatoes, but Stella and Dia ignored it. The two who were led into the cluttered living room faced Leia, who was dressed properly.

Dia stared fixedly at Leia… at Leia’s Cockatrice hat.

“Piyo. The boat maker is working too, such a hardworking piyo…” (Dia)

“Yes, Leia often works hard.” (Stella)

“It is humbling, Stella-sama.” (Leia)

Clearing her throat, Leia took out several sheets of paper.

“These are for the Nyaff tribe, but there are various design proposals. Cockatrice boats with wide-open eyes, sleepy Cockatrice boats, types with spread wings…” (Leia)

“Which is good, Kaa-sama?” (Dia)

“Eh?” (Leia)

“The one who wants the boat isn’t me, piyo. My boat is the one Kaas-ama will make.” (Dia)

Dia said as if it were obvious. Stella nodded as well.

“If it’s palm-sized, it can be made immediately.” (Stella)

“Kaa-sama’s hands are skillful, piyo.” (Dia)

“…Then, the one who wants the boat is Stella?” (Nana)

A slight bad feeling struck Nana.

What is it? It feels like something like this happened just a little while ago.

“Yes…!” (Stella)

Stella moved closer to Leia.

“For example, I have a decent amount of savings…” (Stella)

“Yes, well… naturally, you have them.” (Leia)

Elt also properly gave money to Stella. Strictly speaking, it was more like forcing rewards onto careless Stella. Still, Stella hardly used the money. Elt prepared the highest quality vegetables and fruits and Elt made the bats. So, the savings just kept increasing.

“So… I want a big boat, but how big can it be for fifty gold coins?” (Stella)

“Fifty coins!?” (Leia)

Even for a noble, that was not an easy amount to pay. For an individual, it was extraordinary. After all, it was about four years’ worth of a commoner’s annual income.

“W-why such a big boat?” (Leia)

“I thought it would be nice to relax together with the whole family on the lake…” (Stella)

“Suddenly came up with the idea, piyo.” (Dia)

“I came up with it. Elt-sama also said it’s no good to just keep saving money…” (Stella)

Nana gave Stella a sharp look. From this, Nana was convinced.

“You live pretty much on impulse, don’t you?” (Nana)

“Finally noticed? Yes, I live pretty much on feeling and impulse…!” (Stella)

“Live, piyo!” (Dia)

The daughter and mother match perfectly. Somehow, Nana was convinced.

“So, how about it…? If Wood is going to come too, you’ll need a big boat.” (Leia)

“Onii-chan is big, piyo.” (Dia)

“…I see.” (Leia)

“The whole family, right.” (Leia)

Leia sighed heavily.

“It’s not impossible, but… if Wood-sama comes too, it must be quite large.” (Leia)

“This boat is for about three people.” (Leia)

“For the Nyaff tribe, it’s child-sized for us. Inevitably, it’s quite small…” (Leia)

“Onii-chan is super big, piyo.” (Dia)

“He’s the biggest in the village.” (Leia)

Wood’s height was two meters. His weight was heavy because he was made of wood. He was probably three times heavier than an average Nyaff tribe member.

“For our family… would it be like needing to account for ten Nyaff tribe members?” (Leia)

“About that, yes.” (Leia)

As the number of passengers increased, exponentially more materials were needed. Of course, labor costs also rose.

Leia’s head, wrapped in the Cockatrice hat, was working at full speed. Piyo piyo piyo.

“Fifty gold coins won’t be enough, but it will probably cost around twenty coins…” (Leia)

“I see. That’s about what I thought… Well then, please.” (Stella)

“Understood… but it will take some time.” (Leia)

“Of course. After the others are done is fine…” (Stella)

“Piyo. I hope with this, we can practice swinging in the middle of the lake, piyo!” (Dia)

“Yes, that would be nice… ahem” (Leia)

Stella cleared her throat.

“Well then, excuse us for the trouble. Please take care of the boat.” (Stella)

“Yoropiyo!” (Dia)

With that, Stella and the others left like a storm.

While making tomato juice, Nana muttered…

“Hmm… as expected of an out-of-standard hero. The ideas and drive are also out of standard.” (Nana)

 

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At the Hold’s residence.

A commotion was happening in the mansion. Maids and butlers were rushing around looking for the head of the family, Hold.

“Where is Danna-sama!?” (??)

“Towards the workshop…!” (??)

“Call him at once!” (??)

Audrey poked her head out of a room and asked a maid.

“Wh-what happened?” (Audrey)

“It’s the Liger Household! Louise-sama suddenly appeared at the gate…!” (Maid)

“The Liger Household…?” (Audrey)

Louise Liger.

Audrey also knew her.

One of the five great noble houses, the main branch of the Liger Household. She should be one of those currently fighting for family succession. She was about the same age as her father, and they should have an ongoing acquaintance from the noble council.

Audrey herself had met her several times. Though the meetings were spaced out and vague in memory. Just as Audrey recalled this, Hold appeared quickly, accompanied by a butler.

“Danna-sama, quickly…” (Butler)

“Good grief. While Yaya is out on diplomacy…” (Hold)

Hold muttered as he fiddled with his small mustache.

Their eyes met briefly. Audrey lowered her head politely.

“Father, I’ll behave quietly in my room.” (Audrey)

“…No.” (Hold)

Hold stopped walking and stared at the ceiling. The butler looked suspicious.

“Is something wrong?” (Butler)

“Hmm… Audrey, this is a good opportunity, come along.” (Hold)

“Danna-sama…!?” (Butler)

“Louise is my age. She’s not a person strict about etiquette. This is training too, attend with me.” (Hold)

“…Y-yes!” (Audrey)

Audrey hurriedly had the maid fix her clothes and followed Hold. There was already a crowd at the mansion gate.

Louise was sitting cross-legged, floating slightly in the air. Seeing that, Audrey was startled. Short-cut blonde hair, a tailcoat decorated with gold. Sharp fangs and fierce, upturned eyes. Her stature was small, more like a young noble boy than a woman. Her clothes, aura, and manner were a mess, far from the nobles Audrey had been taught about.

Audrey quietly called Hold.

“…Father.” (Audrey)

“She just came dressed formally. That’s still better.” (Hold)

“Is-is that so?” (Audrey)

Audrey blinked her eyes.

This was no ordinary person. Audrey understood why she was called here. Meeting such a person suddenly, one wouldn’t be able to respond properly. Better to attend with her father for sure.

Louise also noticed the presence of Audrey and Hold. Still floating, she waved her right hand broadly. With a very good smile.

“Hey, you finally came! Lend me some money!” (Louise)

…gulp. An outrageous person has come!

Audrey honestly thought so.

 

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