Tsuki Ga Michibiku Isekai Douchuu
Chapter 91: Gossip - Mio, Cooking and Heroes (3)
“Ara, you came”
On the inside of the counter, on the spot there was a workshop, a familiar voice sounded. Hibiki and the others realized that they had achieved their goal.
They were in Tsige which showed the most rapid growth in this remote region, and moreover, in the Rembrandt Company which capitalized on the momentum and grew with it. They're in the corner.
A dark-skinned demi-human smiled gently at them from the counter and accepted it.
This is the auxiliary branch of Kuzunoha Company in Tsige.
The company has gained a large number of stable customers and among the adventurers it is a shop they admire.
It uses amazing materials and in this city is a place with the highest quality equipment. Moreover, if one had the right amount of money, they even received orders for the repair or manufacture of the original weapon. For equipment that would definitely last a long time, not only adventurers but also people who had jobs where they would face battle, judged this place highly.
Even so, there were a number of merchants in the corner who were queuing up to buy medicine. The Kuzunoha Company's medicine is famous for being more effective than other unskilled miracle drugs and its sales are increasing. There is no doubt that this is going well as a company.
Currently the order of armor was temporarily stopped, so in place for the order of armor, there was no one. However, a number of hyumans who looked like adventurers were there looking at the situation from a distance, so some people anticipated that the order would start again.
Hibiki and her friends are transported to an inn in Tsige by Mio while they are unconscious. Mio gave detailed instructions to the landlady and left the inn. Hibiki's group heard the situation from the landlady (some parts were altered) and devoted themselves to the severely injured Bredda, staying a few days there.
So, today.
Since Bredda could walk normally now, they once again reunited and headed to the Kuzunoha Company sub-branch where they were told they could contact Mio.
Hibiki's group did not know about the inquisitive and envious gazes aimed at them. It was because they were envious that they had connections with Mio, but Hibiki's group who did not know about Kuzunoha Company and Mio's status in this city, it was no wonder that they were unaware of it.
When the Forest Oni officer said "Sorry to have you waiting", a black-haired girl they met a few days ago appeared.
“That knight, it seems he has healed-desu ne. Nicely nothing serious ”(Mio)
“Ya... Back then you really helped us. From what I've heard, you even help with healing. We thank you ”(Bredda)
Bredda himself stepped forward and thanked Mio. Mio glanced at him and immediately turned her gaze to Hibiki.
“I don't mind-desu wa. I'm used to protecting. So Hibiki, it seems your colleague is in good shape but, do you have the time? ” (Mio)
"Yes. I heard from the landlady that you have business with me. So uhm... Is this about the fight with the mamono? ” (Hibiki)
Hibiki's expression was grim. Showing a pitiful appearance and being told that she was disappointed, had become a lingering discomfort within her. For him, there was no past experience where he let anyone down and no experience in dealing with his own weaknesses.
Coupled with the demon general's fight that made him doubtful about his strength, he who was a hero, had yet to digest this feeling within him.
"the fight? Ah, I don't mind too much. I'm just saying this but, for reasons, I'm used to protecting people like you. Think of it as luck-desu wa ”(Mio)
However, Mio's words completely denied Hibiki's thoughts. From Mio's point of view, the way back to Tsige has turned into protecting the hyumans, that's all.
"We're lucky…?" (Hibiki)
“Yes, because you're not dead. Besides, I'm not your colleague or your teacher, yet, why should I judge your fight and scold you? " (Mio)
Mio's words imply that she doesn't care much about Hibiki's group life. Those words pierced Hibiki's group.
“It.... Then why did you save us?” (Hibiki)
“I also said this to the landlady, but, Hibiki, it's because I have business with you-desu. I still haven't asked how to make dashi from seafood and dried fish "(Mio)
“D-Dashi right?” (Hibiki)
“Ya” (Mio)
“Only because of it?” (Hibiki)
“? Exactly right. If you know how to cook, it's a shame if you die. That'sallthatis. Now Hibiki, you've overcome your worries, so please give me time ”(Mio)
Without worry, Mio simply answered Hibiki's confused words.
“Mio-dono, we are grateful to have saved us, but we cannot agree to your request. The reason we came here was to train and get good equipment. Unfortunately, we do not have free time.. ”(Wudi).
Wudi opposed Mio's proposal. The Hibiki group came to Tsige because they were looking for an incredible place to practice. And also to look for equipment that matches their expertise. For the sake of a rematch with the demon generals and also to overcome Stella Fort this time with certainty. All of these actions are for that sake.
"Stop. To be defeated by an enemy of that level and even more so for the side that has baby decisions, stepping into the desert will only turn you into food. Your level may be high, but in that place it only makes you a child with a large stature. Impossible-desu ”(Mio)
Mio rejected Wudi's words as if amazed. Not because he belittled or scorned them. It seemed like he was actually reprimanding a little child.
"even so! We need to get stronger! We don't have time! ” (Hibiki)
Mio sighed hearing Hibiki's intense words. Because he saw in his eyes the light of an adventurer rushing towards the place of his death, the eye characteristics of a person with narrowed vision.
"I don't understand. I'm thinking you're a slightly different adventurer, but do you have a goal that gets you in a hurry? " (Mio)
"That's…"
“But I want you to at least repay me for saving your life? Also, no matter how strong you are, do you intend to take the little boy to the desert? " (Mio)
“…”
“Silent-desu. I can't believe you're any more stupid than I thought. Hmph, even so, this is troubling. I can't back down either ... "(Mio)
“Mio-san, for a while we will move in during the day. So how about I go with Mio-san at night? ” (Hibiki)
“From the way you say it, it feels like there probably won't be days-desu wa ne. I see, what should I do…? ” (Mio)
Hibiki and Mio spoke across the counter.
There, a man interrupts. The same man as Mio, came from the inside of the store.
“Then, how about this?”
"S, Beren. Do you have a clever idea? ” (Mio)
“This is not to call it ingenious. Mio-sama wants to ask about cooking for the women there right? And if possible, learn the technique as well "(Beren)
“Ya” (Mio)
“So, the group said they want to be stronger in the desert” (Beren)
"Yes. That's the reason why we came "(Hibiki)
Other than Hibiki who replied, the others also agreed.
“So, as Mio-sama said, if it continues like this, you will die within a certain time. Practically definitely "(Beren)
“!!”
"Beren, don't beat around the bush and just say it!" (Mio)
“Sorry for his impoliteness. If you are going to teach Mio-sama cooking, in terms of teaching her, I will also provide everyone with the equipment that suits you in deferred payment. You can go to the desert at that time. That way, until the equipment is finished, let's see, maybe three days. When it will be done. After that, you will continue to teach Mio-sama to cook at night. What do you think? Sorry for my impoliteness, it is true that everyone's equipment is pretty good, but it seems to be quite damaged. Going to the desert like that is suicide ”(Beren)
“... Can we make peace just by replacing the equipment?” (Mio)
“Then, how about Toa and the others also accompany them? If it's Mio-sama's request, they won't reject "(Beren)
"I saw. If it was them, as long as it was during the day, there was not much to worry about. Beren, isn't that a clever idea? " (Mio)
"I feel honored. So, what about that? ” (Beren)
The opinions of the people inside the counter had been arranged and the dwarf craftsman asked for Hibiki's group's answer.
“Three days yes. Can't you shorten that time? ” (Bredda)
“I will do the measurement now, so. This is a different story than just fixing. Three days is a very short time that no matter what craftsman you ask will agree ”(Beren)
To Bredda's question, the Beren craftsman answered politely. Inside him, he was amazed by the knights who did not understand smith.
“What is the proof that the accompanying adventurers can be trusted?” (Wudi)
That's Wudi's witch. He was worried whether the person who accompanied could be trusted. To have the adventurer you hired betray you, is not an extraordinary story. If betrayal happens in a dangerous place, it can even kill them all.
“Toa-dono is the one who is at the top of Tsige's list. His face was known and he was not the type of person who would do unreasonable things. His party's average level was over 450 and his abilities could soon be called high class ”(Beren)
"450 ?!"
“Also, they are adventurers that Mio-sama trusted. If you say there is no way you can trust them, then at that time we have to think of another way "(Beren)
"?!"
Wudi trembled to see the bloodthirsty mixed gazes Beren released for a second. He felt like he would not hesitate to take on an immoral way. Feeling the danger of a conversation about cooking makes no sense.
With a nod that could be considered an agreement, Wudi backed off.
“Hibiki, what will you do? I think this proposal is beneficial for your party? " (Cool)
"... I'm counting on you" (Hibiki)
"Good! Then let's start measuring as quickly as possible. Beren, hurry. First one Hibiki okay? After that, call Toa and ... "(Mio)
"Everyone, please come here" (Beren)
Hero Limia started her restart at the border.
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This was the first time in Hibiki's life that several months felt so short.
It now feels nostalgic as they are struck by the performance of Beren's weapon and other old dwarves made.
From the adventurous group of Toa girls that they were treated to, they had learned the adventurous way of decision-making and the way of thinking. Toa who fills the role of party leader, is the type who uses speed as a weapon and although the same type as Hibiki, he uses different methods to utilize the enemy's gap, he uses different methods, and he can be a good sparring partner for Hibiki. Toa, who regards Hibiki as a person with the same trade, finds no opportunity to show Hibiki his trump card and hidden skills. No one knew what the consequences would be if a real fight were to occur. At least Hibiki thought that she did not want to face him.
Lately, Hibiki's level has not increased, but his strength has clearly increased.
At first, Hibiki, who is still traumatized, loses his partner, losing a battle with Toa who is nearing his level. He already had experience, but this was the first time Hibiki had lost to a human. By the way, he also sparred with Mio, but the result was a total defeat. He practically did not let her do anything.
Once, late at night at the inn where he was expanding the barrier if there was an intruder and was sleeping, there was a case when Mio, not breaking the barrier, but passed through it and woke him up. Hibiki who struggles with not knowing what happened, is easily conquered and dragged into the kitchen by Mio who has sparkling eyes, to teach her how to cook.
There was a time when Hibiki who was very fixated on the idea of level, did not understand why he lost to Toa who had a lower level than him, and had to ask.
“When I was in Zenno, I was like that. Well, isn't the level just one of many indicators? ” (Poa)
That's what Toa thought when he remembered the masked merchant.
“Having a high level is just proof that you have killed a lot. You should not feel the power of numbers but with your body "(Mio)
This was said by Mio. It was slightly mixed with masochism when she was controlled by hunger, but Hibiki was unaware of it. He just looked at Mio with admiration.
And Mio who was taught by Hibiki how to make Dashi from dried fish and konbu, has eyes sparkling like a child.
A friend who had the same black hair as her, and even if it was only limited to cooking, she could talk to him about knowledge of the previous world in a good way. As Hibiki continues to overcome her trauma, she is at the same time increasingly dependent on Mio.
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Tonight will be the last night his party will stay at Tsige.
The repatriation order has been sent by Limia.
At first, as they are treated well by the dwarves, Hibiki's party becomes the target of jealousy, but befriends Toa's party and mutual cooperation in the desert, and at the same time as Hibiki conquered her trauma, she slowly regained her spirit-attracting disposition and was slowly accepted by the adventurers in this remote area.
That was why tonight, a party was held for the sake of him and his party, and a large number of adventurers were saddened by their separation as they made a fuss. There were some who decided to follow Hibiki's party to Limia and some decided to fight with her.
Bredda and Wudi were very drunk and in that state, they disappeared somewhere. Perhaps they were kidnapped by women who were saddened by their departure and wanted to spend a passionate night with them.
Chiya doesn't have adventurers who are her age and feel excluded, so she has time when she misses home, but because she matches up with Toa's sister, Rinon, who is the only one, he had a great time at this party as he drank the juice and in the end, both of them happily went to sleep in the same bed.
And Hibiki…
It had left a commotion and was on top of the fortress surrounding the city. It could not compare to the modern neon scene, but behind it was the bright city of Tsige. In front of him, there was a golden highway. The place where the rich merchant Rembrandt and his butler saw Misumi Makoto, was this place.
He's not alone.
From the inside that was leaning on the fortress, there was a woman looking towards Hibiki. It's Mio.
“I heard you wanted to talk about something? Is that something you should ask me to come all the way here to-desu no? " (Mio)
"… Yeah. At the place where the party was held, I just felt the atmosphere was not right "(Hibiki)
Hibiki who was looking at the highway, turned around.
“Shortly. Being in a place like this at midnight can create unnecessary misunderstandings ”(Mio)
“As usual, if it has nothing to do with cooking, you are very cold, Mio-san. Understood, I have two things I want to say "(Hibiki)
“…”
"First, Mio-san thank you very much" (Hibiki)
Hibiki lowered her head deeply and thanked him.
“If we don't meet Mio in the Koran, I think we won't live. The barren land is much harder than we thought. The trigger is Horn going wild, but I'm really happy to meet you Mio-san ”(Hibiki)
“I also have a purpose. No need to thank me "(Mio)
(Also, the reason why the wolf named Horn attacked me was because he reacted to my smell. Until the end it seemed that these people did not realize that I was the black spider they were fighting, but only the creature was aware of it. No one helped it that he attacked me. Also, I've "silenced" Horn, so there's no need for me to tell him) (Mio)
Mio found out the reason the silver wolf attacked her. In addition, he gave Horn detailed instructions and made him unable to reveal anything to Hibiki and the others. Thinking about his condition, the wolf would not reveal anything, was what Mio thought with peace of mind.
“I'm surprised you even have a katana, but the sword Beren-san made is really amazing. Our meeting with him was also thanks to Mio, so thank you ”(Hibiki)
Hibiki felt very touched upon seeing the katana in the older dwarf workshop. It was also because he had originally practiced kendo. When he took it in his hand and let it go, he was mesmerized by the beauty and caught his breath.
But, Beren bluntly tells Hibiki that he is no match for the katana and cuts off his longing eye.
Beren, who had seen his sword, had warned him that Hibiki's sword technique did not match the katana anymore.
“I know that the skill that is in the young miss's body is basically a technique that handles one-edged swords. However, the sword swung by the young lady at the moment was clearly a double-edged sword technique. I do not recommend a katana that also has a special treatment method. That's my opinion as a person who recommends weapons "(Beren)
Not wrong anymore.
The way to use the sword that Hibiki originally knew was kendo and a bit of fencing. In addition to the kendo that he participated in club activities, he also learned a little about fencing, but for some reason he had to stop immediately.
Thus, when he came to this world, he had now completed the actual combat sword techniques of the now deceased Navy mixed with self-taught techniques as well as how to fight with the bastard sword. To use a katana now might be difficult, he himself knew that.
Receiving the warning obediently, Hibiki for the first time obtained a weapon that exceeded her ability. Contrary to what happened in the past, he had to train to be able to get his weapon skills out properly. The sword that was mixed with Beren's cheerful side, was a sword that was bigger than a bastard's sword and its appearance was comparable to a big sword, but it was lighter than the sword that Hibiki used.
If he accurately considered its size, he was able to use it like his previous sword. That Beren used the scythe that Mio showed him casually as material was one of the secrets that had yet to be revealed to Hibiki.
Recalling that gratitude as well, Hibiki took her eyes off Mio and looked up at the night sky.
“I think at the moment I am only able to bring out about half of this sword ability. Beren-san also said I still can't pull out the trick and was disappointed. Go before completing the task, it is a shame "(Hibiki)
"Not really. Nowadays you can get proper training even without staying here. You will probably be able to use Beren's creations in the near future ”(Mio)
"I'll do my best. So, about something else I want to say "(Hibiki)
Hibiki, who was unusual from him, pointed out that he was having trouble choosing his words. After getting drunk and eating enough and no urgent business, Mio just waited in silence Hibiki said.
“... Mio-san, can you come with us? In the end I was unable to meet him, but I will definitely make sure not to show any disrespect to the company representatives! ” (Hibiki)
Hibiki has yet to meet with the Kuzunoha Company representative, Raidou. It was someone who sometimes came in conversation and he also heard stories from Toa. The mysterious merchant who seems to have some skill, does not eventually return from the stock and Hibiki and none of his comrades meet him.
It's just that it's obvious that Mio, Beren and the people in the company really admire him and when they tell Hibiki about Raidou, they show great pride.
“I don't want-desu. I have Waka-sama. I told Hibiki too, right? ” (Mio)
Direct answer.
“Then along with that Waka-sama. I will also set it up so that he can make a store there ”(Hibiki)
“It's also no-desu. Didn't I tell you that Waka-sama is currently busy? ” (Mio)
There was no point where Hibiki could find a compromise.
“... This is just an example but, if my wish concerns the world and you retreat drag Waka-sama important Mio-san, and turn into a situation where your strength is needed to overcome it. Are you still going to say that? ” (Hibiki)
I am a hero, until finally, Hibiki did not tell Mio. He tricked her by saying randomly that her knowledge of cooking was learned from reading books. Of course, it is a lie that merely asking will soon collapse. But for Mio, the most important thing was that her knowledge and cooking techniques and everything else were irrelevant.
It was also because he was uncomfortable revealing his position as a hero to Toa and Mio, and changing the way they treated him. Being able to remain as a simple adventurer, these few months were fresh, and were truly a very regrettable moment to part ways.
“Even not worth discussing. I don't care at all about the world-desu. All that matters is Waka-sama. If it turns into a situation where an ordinary woman like me has to provide reinforcement to resolve it, it means Waka-sama can deal with it as well. Then I just need to stay by the side of that great man, and give up my life for him ”(Mio)
“... No matter what?” (Hibiki)
"No matter what-desu wa" (Mio)
Hibiki thought to just reveal that she was a hero for good, but she immediately threw away the thought. Mio said she doesn't care about the world. Later, even if he revealed that he was a hero summoned to protect human society, it would not affect the negotiations.
(Who exactly is Waka-sama that Mio-san loves so much? Toa-san also said that she was on a completely different level and made a wry smile. Could it be that the man and Mio's group could even save the world?) (Hibiki)
The comment that Hibiki joked about might not be that stupid, that was what she would think back to at any given time.
“... Fuh ~. No matter what. I have been rejected very well "(Hibiki)
“If you are a person with the role of managing a party, you should know that having fun and being comfortable is minus. I do not intend to follow anyone's orders other than Waka-sama "(Mio)
“Yes yes, thanks for all the sugar. That's all I want to say. Then Mio-san, with this ... "(Hibiki)
"Yes, be careful when you return" (Mio)
"Yes. Mio-san, please visit Limia if you have the chance. At that time I will remember more recipes ”(Hibiki)
“Ara, this is the first interesting proposal you made. I will remember it ”(Mio)
In the end, Hibiki bowed deeply and left.
That was how Mio and Hibiki's strange encounter ended.