Chapter 243 - Chapter 215: More Guests?
Saturday
I woke up in my usual Mountain Cabin, on the loft bed.
It was Saturday, so it was a completely solo play, but I started a limited stream for Mion, who would watch the archive later.
"Woof."
"Lupi, morning."
A quick petting session with Lupi was a standard start to the day.
Alright, I was planning to eat and then head to the port, but first, I should probably call Sweee and the Fairies.
"Lupi. Go call Sweee and the others."
"Woof-hn!"
As soon as I opened the door, Lupi shot out like an arrow.
Okay, time to prepare breakfast… Hm? Is that a notification?
[Reply (Inquiry ID: E12F8EBB)]
Ah, it's the reply about the camera being left behind when I use [Stealth Skill].
I thought it was a bug because the AI didn't reply immediately, but… let's see?
*When the player is in a concealed state, the behavior of the streaming camera can be adjusted under "Settings > Stream > Camera." Set "Player Display" from
If broadcasting in a concealed state compromises game fairness, streaming may be forcibly terminated.
There's no way I would've known this…
Anyway, when I opened the settings, sure enough, the mentioned option was selectable, and it was probably set to the default
So, when I activate [Stealth Skill], I disappear in-game, and the camera loses track of me. That's strong…
No, surely there's a counter with [Presence Detection Skill] or something, right? …I can't test it, so never mind.
And, hmm…
Also, do options like
"Woof!"
"~~~!"
"Whoa! Oh, sorry!"
While I was lost in thought, Lupi had returned with Sweee and the Fairies, and they were staring intently… Their gazes were piercing! I had to hurry and make breakfast!
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"Before heading out… I should check if there's any mail."
I remembered Mion telling me to be careful yesterday. Or rather, I should just keep the [Magic Transfer Box] up here so I don't forget to check it.
Descending to the first floor with the light of a light spirit, I noticed a blinking notification.
Perhaps it's another request for more sweets? Starting now would be a bit tight schedule-wise.
Carrying the box back upstairs, I placed it on the table for now.
I wish the letter said something like, "We've sent the Goddess Statue to the basement."…
"Huh? What's this?"
Inside the box were a Goddess Statue, a book, and a letter, the statue being just under 30cm, about the same size as Sweee.
First, I should appraise the Goddess Statue…
[Nameless Goddess Statue]
A Goddess Statue kept in every household during the Ancient Magic Civilization. The deity it represents is unknown.
Hmm? I mean, thanks for it, but it's a bit bland and subtle Goddess Statue.
However, it's incredibly light for its size, so perhaps it's entirely made of Mithril.
Next, the book.
[Ancient Iris-Colored Divine Scripture]
A book expounding the doctrines of the Goddess of Irisphia, the Iris-Colored Goddess. Holy Magic +1.
This makes sense, but to get [Holy Magic], I need a Goddess Statue, and I'm still debating whether to get it in the first place. For now, I'll just place it on the altar in the church, making it look the part.
And finally, the letter.
*To Shou-sama,
Regarding the Goddess Statue you requested, we only had the small statue we sent you available. We deeply apologize.
After the runaway incident, the few surviving Goddess Statues from discarded cities, etc., have all been transferred to the current human nations…
The Ancient Iris-Colored Divine Scripture enclosed depicts the appearances of each goddess, so perhaps Shou-sama could try creating one yourself using that as a reference?
Lastly, thank you for always responding to our requests. We look forward to your continued cooperation.
Sincerely,*
I see…
It makes sense that it would be better to hand over the Goddess Statues rather than leave them abandoned where there are no people.
After going through such a terrible experience with that runaway incident, people would naturally want to cling to a god.
So that explains why there are no Goddess Statues on hand… Hm? Do the Dragonkin worship goddesses…? No, they probably don't. They must be incredibly powerful themselves.
"Woof."
"~~~♪"
"Crap. I need to leave soon."
I tossed the Goddess Statue, scripture, and letter into my inventory.
I'll read the scripture later when I have time over there.
The Goddess Statue matter is something I should discuss with Mion…
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"See ya~"
"Woof!"
"Bow!"
Saying goodbye to the Drab Wolf family who had escorted me as usual, I descended the slope leading to the port.
"~~~!"
"Sorry, Sweee. I want to meet the Selkies first. Please."
"~~~…"
Mainly, or rather, mostly because of me, the schedule was running behind, so there was no time for a detour to pick [Camlus (kumquat)].
If I could talk to the Selkies myself, I'd send Sweee and the others with Lupi as an escort.
I recall them saying they live beyond the rocks on the south side, so before I drop off my luggage, I should try blowing the whistle.
As I took a deep breath, I realized the possibility of "a huge sound if I blow it with all my might!" so I just blew it normally.
Pweee~~~yoh~~~♪
Phew, that was close.
A clear melody, audible throughout the entire port, resonated normally.
And then,
"Oh?"
Seal heads visible among the waves on the south side.
"Kyuu~♪"
"Oh~! …Whoa, whoa, whoa!?"
The number of seal heads visible in the waves is increasing!?
"Woof~"
"""~~~♪"""
Lupi looked happy, and Sweee and the Fairies seemed delighted, so it didn't look like an attack, but… two, four… I feel like there are nearly 30 of them.
The one leading them must be the Selkie Prince I met last week.
He was swimming towards me with his hood open, but this number was a bit unexpected—like, if I ask all of them to work, will I have to pay an outrageous reward?
As I pondered these thoughts, the Selkie Prince leaped and landed on the rocks.
The other Selkies seemed to be on standby? But their hoods were open, and they looked slightly older than the Prince.
It's hard to tell age differences, but the ones who look about my age are adults? I should've asked Nat about Gnomes…
"Kyuu~♪"
"Oh, yeah. Glad you're doing well. Um, can I ask you for a job?"
"~~~?"
"Kyuu~!"
Perhaps thanks to Sweee's translation, the Prince raised his right hand, his right fin… for a high-five?
When I clapped my hand against his with a pashin,
"""Kyuu~♪"""
cheers erupted from the Selkies waiting behind him.
[Guardian of Selkies: Acquired 3 SP]
[Island Population Exceeds 50: Acquired 5 SP]
Huh?