Chapter 484 - White Dragon Princess's Ambition: Southern Island Edition
Including Mion's situation, I explained to Azure-san that I had visited the island with the Southern Ocean Seabed Resource Mining Facility.
As expected, he looked at me as if asking, "Why so suddenly?" But when I told him I had the title [Apostle of the Jade Goddess], he looked at Mion and seemed to understand…
That aside, on that island, I had only gone to the surface, met Mion, and returned, so I couldn't explain the detailed parts of the ancient ruins.
Since it was called a resource mining facility, I assumed we could mine ores there.
"So, the investigation is still ahead, then. When are you going next?"
"Huh? Um, I was thinking whenever I had time…"
"Aww."
Azure-san looked displeased.
But for me,
"I'm more interested in other parts of the Southern Island than the mining facility. It seemed to have fruits that aren't on this island."
Mion, next to me, nodded in agreement.
The archive showed something like coconuts, and I'd be happy if there were bananas, kiwis, or mangoes.
"As for me, Shou-kun, I'd be happy if you became the administrator of those ancient ruins."
Azure-san said, resting his chin on his hand, but then,
"Could you not manage both the island and the ruins?"
""Princess!?""
Ah, the White Dragon Princess was awake.
El-san was also quite surprised; had she never seen her awake before?
And she suddenly mentioned both, but Mion and I couldn't possibly manage both, so,
"Um, Mion and I are already swamped just investigating. As for the administrator of the ancient ruins… I don't even know where the Control Room is, and I don't think such luck as we had here would continue."
"I see… Then, how about the Dragonkin secure the island first?"
The White Dragon Princess suddenly said something outrageous, but Sweee was nodding along, which probably meant she only wanted to secure the Southern Fruits rather than the island itself.
"We would need to confirm with Argenta, but for long-term dispatch of races…"
Azure-san was seriously considering it, and El-san was also deep in thought.
"How about El leads the Winged Folk?"
"That… might cause trouble for Shou-dono."
El-san said with a wry smile.
She seemed to have a low opinion of her own kind. Which probably meant El-san was a decent person.
"…It can't be helped. Azure, discuss other possibilities with Argenta. It's top priority."
"Yes."
Hearing Azure-san's reply, the White Dragon Princess closed her eyes… and soon, soft snoring could be heard.
"Shou-kun."
"Ah, yeah. El-san, there's a bed in the back bedroom, if you'd like to use it."
"Thank you."
Mion guided El-san, who was carrying the White Dragon Princess, to the bedroom.
After seeing them off, I reconfirmed with Azure-san.
"Are you serious about securing the island?"
"Absolutely serious. It's what the Princess wants, and beyond that, I would be happy if Shou-kun became the administrator of the ancient ruins."
"If I become the administrator, are there any benefits?"
"It means fewer ancient ruins that the Dragonkin have to worry about."
Due to the Calamity, they were apparently closely monitoring the movements of various ancient ruins.
However, Azure-san alone had his limits.
He had brought El-san today with an eye to the future, for when he and Argenta-san might be busy.
"Oh, I'm not forcing you. But if you find a Control Room and a large Emergency Magic Crystal Stone remains, I'd like to secure it. At least, I don't want it to fall into the hands of the Demon Kingdom."
"Ah-ha…"
If there was one about the same size as Nina, and I made an adapter like I mentioned, it would be possible to reactivate the Necropolis Sub-Control Room.
And if I reactivated it with administrator privileges, there would be the benefit of being able to remove magic tools like the fixed Transfer Magic Circle.
Also, the Princess of the Demon Kingdom I saw underground, she was in the PV too, seemed to be plotting something, and most importantly, Ice Princess Anshia was with her.
"Well, give it some thought."
"Um, is it okay if I consult with others? If it can be secured by this side, I thought it might not have to be me."
"I see, that's a good idea. If it's someone Shou-kun trusts, Argenta will probably be convinced."
In that case, I'd consult with Bell-buchou and Seth first.
Then, I might talk to Nat as well…
………
……
…
"See you again~."
"Yes, please come visit again."
"~~~♪"
The White Dragon Princess, who had somehow become good friends with Mion, waved her hand.
To her right was a smiling Azure-san. To her left was El-san, bowing slightly.
The Transfer Magic Circle glowed faintly, and with that light, the three disappeared.
"Phew…"
"Good work. It seems like things are getting serious."
"I wonder. I'm already swamped with this island, and I'd like to leave the Southern Island and ancient ruins to someone else."
I ascended the Transfer Elevator and walked north along the passage.
Stepping outside, the rain had stopped, and the sunlight was dazzling.
"Woof!"
Beyond Lupi, who was running, I could see Urisks.
Since the rain stopped, did they come out to do farm work?
"Speaking of which, did Ato's group come?"
"Oh, yes."
"Whoa, sorry. You were in the middle of sewing, weren't you?"
"It's fine. The Fairies are here too."
Apparently, she had been learning to turn cotton into thread in another room.
And Mion had excused herself because Azure-san's group had arrived.
Well, it was important to show her face, after all.
"I'm home."
"Welcome back."
"""~~~♪""" """Ugh ugh"""
Returning to the mansion, I felt relieved to be greeted cheerfully by the Fairies and Ato's group.
"Um, just under an hour left…"
"Shall we log out and consult with Bell-buchou and Seth-chan?"
"Hmm, tomorrow at noon should be fine. Bell-buchou's group probably just finished their live stream, and I'll join that too."
"Yes."