Chapter 486 - Bold Changes in Level Design
"Hmm. By making the Transfer Magic Circle the reward for the request, we will make it known to Brother that he doesn't need it, and that such unreasonable demands will never be met in the future."
"Ah, I see. So, if they say 'you have it, so let us use it,' then the idea is to just let go of it…"
"That's right~."
Everyone here, except those present, must think, 'There's only one Transfer Magic Circle on the island, the one accidentally found in the mansion's storage.'
And those making unreasonable demands are probably guessing that it connects to the mainland.
"Um, will the Transfer Magic Circle given to Bell-buchou be the one connected to the Necropolis, or the one connected to the Southern Island?"
"It would be the one connected to the Southern Island. If we, having received it, secure the Southern Island, we can also meet the Dragonkin's request. A brilliant plan that solves Brother's problems in one stroke."
"That's a good idea. If my guild and its alliance members manage it… But are we the right people for it?"
"Azure-san said it would be fine if it was someone I trusted, and you've already met Argenta-san during the dinner party, so I think it's perfectly alright."
If anything, among the mainland players, 'Silver Manor' felt like they had the strongest connection to the Dragonkin.
And if that settled the island matter,
"What about becoming the administrator of the ancient ruins?"
"That won't be immediate. There's a schedule issue. Besides us, others also have Obon vacation returns, and Leona-san, who would be our strongest asset, will be absent for about two weeks starting Monday, as she'll be focusing on the FVCS."
"Ah, FVCS. It's that time of year, huh?"
Virtual Revolution Japan, a national VR fighting game tournament held around early August. Leona-sama was busy as a legend-tier participant.
"If we announce the Transfer Magic Circle as a reward in the next live stream~, then we can just ignore everything else and there won't be any problems~. You two might even want to take a break from live streams for a while~."
"I think that's a good idea!"
"Then, should I just give the Transfer Magic Circle to Azure-san next time he comes?"
When will Azure-san come next?
I could send a letter… Oh, right, after that, Azure-san and El-san became guild members, so I could just contact them that way.
"No, wait, Brother. How about placing the Transfer Magic Circle that connects the island to the Necropolis on the Southern Island?"
"Hm? Is that… Oh, I see what you mean!"
Currently, there were two Transfer Magic Circles on my island (which was apparently called the Jade Goddess Island):
[Necropolis] ○――○ [Jade Goddess Island] ◎――◎ [Southern Island]
But if we moved the Transfer Magic Circle (○) as Miki said, it would become:
[Necropolis] ○――○ [Southern Island] ◎――◎ [Jade Goddess Island]
That way, while we could still go to the Southern Island, others could also go to the Southern Island from the Necropolis, so…
"Wait, can Bell-buchou's group meet us on the Southern Island?"
"That's a great idea~. Since we have the chance~, how about everyone gathers on the Southern Island during the training camp~?"
"Indeed! If Brother is there, we might even be able to resolve the ancient ruins matter!"
"That's right!"
Seth and Bell-buchou were naturally enthusiastic.
I thought it was a good idea too, but Mion's reaction was,
"Um, my character level is still low…"
She seemed apologetic about not being used to the game.
"Brother will cover you, so there should be no problem, right?"
"Of course, that's right. Mion, do you not want to go?"
"I want to go! I want to meet Bell-buchou and Seth-chan!"
"Alright, then let's go together."
Lupi, Raz, and I would be fine, and Leda, Roy, and Shal could be our escorts, I suppose?
As for Sweee, well, if she wanted to come along, that'd be fine.
"Oh, naturally, I'd like to keep it a secret from other people that we can meet on the Southern Island…"
"Yes, of course."
We also discussed the live stream during the training camp. After announcing the Transfer Magic Circle as a reward, the next live stream would be undecided due to Obon vacation.
Bell-buchou's 'Witch's Manor' live streams would slow down from this Sunday, returning to twice a week on Wednesdays and Sundays.
"I was already planning to slow down the pace until the next World Quest begins."
"Alright~. Now that the plan is decided~, let's finish our homework~."
…Right.
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"Woof~"
"Good morning, Lupi."
As I got out of bed, Lupi immediately jumped on me.
"G-good morning."
"Good morning. What's wrong?"
"Um…"
I thought she was worried about her character not being strong enough to go to the Southern Island, but she was talking about how we'd become too famous by streaming together, causing troublesome things…
"No, no, that's not your fault, Mion."
We were exposed as soon as we started the Uninhabited Island Start live stream, and I'm glad it was Mion who found it.
"Besides, well… it would have been harder if I hadn't met Mion."
"Y-yes."
I was happy to see her smile, but also incredibly embarrassed…
"Woof!" "Kuru-ru~♪"
"Of course, Lupi and Raz too."
I thoroughly petted Lupi and Raz, who were clinging to me. Now, what should I do today?
"What are you doing today, Mion?"
"Um…"
Mion said she would help with the flower beds if Sweee's group was awake.
And if Kuro, Rake, and Ato's group came, she intended to do some sewing.
"Then I… I needed to contact Azure-san."
I just needed to talk to him with my Guild Card, right?
What happens if I talk near Mion? Well, never mind.
"Azure-san, are you free now?"
"Oh, Shou-kun? Yes, I am!"
"Sorry for the sudden call. It's about the Southern Island…"
I relayed pretty much the entire conversation I had with Bell-buchou and Seth's group to Azure-san.
I also made sure to mention that Bell and Seth were acquainted with Argenta-san.
"Understood. Alright, I'll contact you once I arrive at the Necropolis and everything is ready."
"Yes, please. Well then."
…Phew. It's actually more nerve-wracking when the person isn't right in front of you.
"Woof" ""Bow!""
"Hm, yeah. Time's a bit awkward, so I'll go for a walk with Lupi and the others."
"Yes. Have a safe trip."
First, I'd greet Shal and Pan's group at the church, then go to the Mountain Cabin and back, that should be just right.
On the way to the church, I suddenly remembered I hadn't thought about where to do tomorrow's live stream. This was exactly when guild chat came in handy.
"Ahem, ahem, Mion, can you hear me?"
"Yes. I can hear you."
"About where to do the next live stream…"
The main topic of the live stream would be the piano repair, but the location itself didn't really matter.
We did it at the mansion last time, so in order, maybe the port area? We should be able to move there during the day.
"Ah, I have another request I'd like to ask, is that okay?"
"Huh? Another one?"
"I'd like some sheet music."
"Ah!"
The score collection I received from Argenta-san before, I think it was volume 2. I didn't know how many volumes were left, but it was definitely a book Mion wanted to complete.
Actually, if I only issue the piano request and decide on the recipient, I might get complaints, so I should put out a few other requests, too…