Chapter 558 - White Flowers at Summer's End
"La~la~la~la~~~♪"
Mion's singing echoed and my playing ended, then Yata-sensei's voice chimed in.
The chosen song was "White Flowers at Summer's End," a gentle, yet slightly melancholic piece.
Since it was automatic playback, there was no worry of mistakes, but it did drain a fair amount of MP.
"~~~♪" """~~~♪"""
Sweee and the Fairies, who had come to listen once the performance started, looked like they wanted to sing next.
"Mion, are you coming over here?"
Y-yes. After I change first.
"Got it. No need to rush."
Does the Jade Goddess Outfit require a lot of care? Well, I guess wearing it constantly might cause shoulder stiffness (?).
"Oh, yes. For now, I've left it to President Bell and the members of the Silver Manor."
I planned to go check it out tomorrow, but I wasn't sure about meeting people other than President Bell and her group, so I thought I'd just talk with Gaju after leaving the Kouyouju Divine Tree.
"Ah, yes."
My IRO stream was still set to 'Mion Only,' but Mion's IRO stream was set to the Cybernetics Club group, and Yata-sensei seemed to be watching from there.
After it was over, I had to explain the album recording schedule to Yata-sensei, so I'd need her to stick around a bit longer.
"Sorry to keep you waiting."
"Good work."
Sweee immediately flew to Mion's shoulder.
I told Mion that the Fairies wanted to sing and let her take the piano.
"I'll go finish cleaning up."
"Ah, me too."
"It's fine, it's fine. While you're at it, Mion, talk to Yata-sensei about the recording schedule."
My summer homework was done, so I probably wouldn't get scolded for anything, but I still needed to explain things properly to Yata-sensei.
"Lyu" "Uuu"
"Whoa, you guys finished cleaning up for me? Thanks!"
Pan and Ato had apparently finished the washing up and tidying, putting all the dishes back in the kitchen cupboard. Then,
"Lyu?"
"Hm? Yeah, I think so. Just a moment."
There was a fairy who wanted to ride Rigel and apparently needed my permission.
My permission was totally fine, but I had to ask Rigel.
"Rigel~"
Rigel, who had been grazing in the back of the yard, immediately noticed me and trotted over.
"Brrr~"
"Good girl, good girl. Uh, would you mind letting Pan and the others ride you?"
"Brrrn"
Since I got her okay... three people should fit.
Pan had the hopefuls line up, and oh, the Ghillie Dhu were lining up too. So, in order from the front.
"Lyu~!"
"Don't get too rowdy now."
I understood their excitement. I'd been the same way.
With three fairies mounted, I took the reins and slowly made a circuit around the backyard. Lupi and the others also leisurely joined us.
Mion's piano and the Fairies' singing could be heard, so she must have finished reporting to Yata-sensei.
When things were like this, I sometimes thought maybe I didn't need to push myself to explore the northern part of the island...
Oh, I need to prepare some cold stew for Mion...
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President Bell and Seth-chan are in the Virtual Club Room~, is it okay to let them see Mion-san's stream~?
"Oh, yes. It's fine."
I looked at Mion next to me, and she nodded, so there was no problem.
There was nothing to hide anymore... probably.
Brother. What's happening with the Southern Island?
"Huh?"
Regarding the players' range of activity.
"Ah, I talked with Gaju and the others, and I asked players not to enter the Kijimunaa settlement. For those who want to interact, it's agreed to do so outside the settlement."
I completely forgot to convey what I'd heard from Gaju and the others...
Hoh-hoh. So there are Kijimunaa who wish to interact, then.
"Yeah. They said they want to get along with the Silver Manor members. Oh, I'm planning to go there again tomorrow, will you be there?"
No, tomorrow there's a live stream, and we're all heading back to Anheim Territory for a bit. Leona-san also contacted us saying she'll be logging in after a long time.
I see.
If Lady Leona is returning, then the live stream will probably involve her delving into a Dwarf Dungeon simultaneously, right? Huh? Now that I think about it...
"Um, how's my sister Marie doing?"
My sister has gone south to the Principality again, inviting Season-dono.
"Is that so..."
I thought she'd jump at the chance for a PvP rematch with Lady Leona, but I guess she's busy with something secret, so that's her priority.
And there's one more thing I'd like to confirm. The Kobolds you-kun and the others fought, they came from the south side of the Kijimunaa settlement, right?
"That's right. Gaju said they came about once a month."
Is it alright for us to eliminate them?
"Ah, yeah. I think it's fine, but I'll confirm."
I doubted they'd say no, but maybe Gaju and the others wanted to defeat the Kobolds with their own hands?
Even so, I didn't want them doing anything too dangerous, so perhaps I should make and distribute weapons first? No, cooking utensils and dishes were more urgent...
Hmm. We're currently thinking of creating a place for interaction in the plaza in front of the Kijimunaa settlement. What do you think, Brother?
"Something like a small gate-front town?"
That's right. We're thinking of eventually making it a base for exploring the southern part of the island.
Ah, if that's the case, it would make it easier for the Kijimunaa to interact, and for players who try to invade from elsewhere... well, they'll get their recompense.