Chapter 265 - Chapter 235: Divine Revelation
As I served Dried Grapeful onto a wooden plate, Sweee and the White Dragon Princess-sama both started eating... What about the rest of the conversation?
[World Quest Updated!]
"Huh?"
"It seems there was a divine revelation from the Goddess. Could you confirm it?"
"Ah, yes. Then, if you'll excuse me."
So World Announcements are treated as divine revelations by NPCs. But can't they check quest information? I wondered, opening it.
[World Quest: Necropolis: Part Two "Liberation"]
*A ruin found deep within the Jet Black Forest. The city, occupied by undead, was the epicenter of a calamity caused by an Ancient Magic Civilization.
Those who have gained the trust of the Dragonkin have gathered, and a full-scale investigation of the Necropolis is finally about to begin.
However, the investigation will require driving out the rampant undead and purifying the areas with the Goddess's divine authority.
Objective: Exterminate the undead in the Necropolis and liberate all areas. Completion Rate: 1%*
"Um, it feels like the conquest of the Necropolis has begun. I think we'll start going deeper into the city now."
"I see."
That 1% completion rate right now... maybe it means some gate has been opened or something?
Speaking of which, I heard the initial 1% for Part One was me, but I was told I wasn't even participating, so would it really count me?
"Shou-kun, what does it mean to purify an area with the Goddess's divine authority?"
Oh, right, what is that?
"Um, the divine revelation mentions 'the need to purify the areas with the Goddess's divine authority,' do you know anything about that?"
Argenta-san shook her head at my question.
Hmm, so it's something for players to figure out, I guess... It probably means more research.
"......Arge, I'm going to sleep."
"Yes, Princess."
As soon as the wooden plate of Dried Grapeful was empty, the White Dragon Princess-sama said that and promptly fell asleep. They said she had woken from a long slumber, but she clearly wasn't fully recovered yet.
Sweee, perhaps satisfied, also settled into her usual spot, looking full and sleepy.
I guess that's the end of today's discussion? Oh, I should ask just in case.
"Would you like to go to the Ancient Ruins' Control Room?"
"No, not today..."
She said, looking at the Princess, who was peacefully sleeping. Yeah, that makes sense; I'd wake her up.
"Shou-sama. We wish to trouble you as little as possible, but could you please keep the matter of that ring a secret?"
"Ah, ah, yes, you're right."
It's ten to one that everyone knows I became the manager of the Ancient Ruins because of the World Announcement. I'll have to talk about it during tomorrow's live stream, but...
"I think it's probably already known that I became the manager here, but I won't mention this ring or putting mana into the Emergency Magic Crystal Stone."
I think it's fine to vaguely say, 'I don't know why, but I was made the manager.' Since it's actually true, I wouldn't be lying...
President Bell and Seth generally know, but I'll ask them to keep it a secret. Well, I'm sure if either of them were going to tell someone else, they'd check with me first.
"Thank you. We will take responsibility for securing the area with the Transfer Magic Circle. If anything happens, we will contact you."
Argenta-san bowed, careful not to wake the Princess. Dragons have it tough too, huh...
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"Then, if you'll excuse us. We look forward to working with you in the future."
"Yes, likewise."
Argenta-san, carrying the soundly sleeping Princess, used the Transfer Magic Circle to return. I confirmed that the transfer and teleportation magic circles here led to a completely different location than the Necropolis: the tip of a peninsula jutting into the sea, north of the Dragon Capital.
Only Dragonkin could enter there, and they had established strict security, preventing other races under their protection from entering, so I was assured of its safety.
"Phew..."
I couldn't help but sigh, feeling tired. It was certainly an important conversation, but basically, all I could do was 'stay silent,' so I decided to switch gears and focus on relaxing on the island.
"You must be tired."
"Woof."
"You too, Mion. And Lupi."
I instinctively crouched down and stroked Lupi, restoring my energy by indulging in her fluffiness. Sweee, on my shoulder, yawned widely and looked sleepy.
Now then... Oh, right. There was something I wanted to confirm.
"Nina, can I ask you something?"
"[Yes. How may I help you? ]"
"Can you detect if someone has teleported into this room?"
"[Yes. Transferred items and teleported individuals can be instantly detected. However, Shou must be within the facility for a report to be made.]"
Ah, that makes sense... So if someone comes while I'm logged out, I wouldn't know.
"Shou-kun, I think it'd be fine even if someone came if the elevator didn't move."
"Ah, that's it! Nina, can you make it so that only I can use the Transfer Elevator?"
"[Yes. Since it is currently operating normally, only the manager and their companions are already able to use it. If you wish to register new users, you must do so in the Control Room.]"
"Alright!"
"It's fine!"
"Ah, it's fine as it is. If someone does come, and I'm in a position to be reported to, I'd like to be informed immediately."
"[Yes. Understood.]"
They're probably keeping a close watch over there, but just in case, it's best if intruders can't leave here. If they can teleport in, they can probably teleport out, so I'll just have them give up and leave.
Now then...
"What time is it now, around 10?"
"Um, it's before 10."
It's a tricky time. If I go for a walk around the southern side, it'll be rushed, and that won't be very meaningful. Or, maybe I'll go check the fields for a bit.
"Um, why don't we call it a day? You seem tired..."
"Huh? Ah, yeah, I guess so..."
Rushing to do something because of the time just feels wrong.
I'll call it a day for now and quickly prepare for tomorrow's live stream after school.
"Lupi, Sweee, we're calling it a day. Sorry."
"Woof~"
"Chirp chirp~"
Since both of them agreed, I decided to take it easy. As we emerged into the basin where the Mountain Cabin was, I watched Sweee float off towards the Divine Tree.
"Shou-kun. Could you come to the studio?"
"Roger."
Is it to discuss tomorrow's live stream? If so, we can talk slowly with the remaining time. But why the studio, I wonder...