Chapter 122: 118 If there is a choice, it should be considered
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Tanaka Jiro, 28 years old, with a spouse
Wife Suella Handelberg
Memory Tris
Occupation Dungeon Tester (full-time)
Magical aptitude nine (quasi-magical grade)
Post Warriors
Spacetime Spirits. Another word that tickles the fancy of children.
Is that so?
After the explanation of the spirit rituals, time passes, and you say the name of the spirit, as if you remember the name of the spirit mentioned by Mr. Meit.
You know how kids react to words like 'strongest' and 'awesome'? Especially if it's a boy.
Maybe so, a small child once dreamed of making a deal with a special spirit. I remember that.
Right?
Yes.
The story Suela tells is that there used to be someone like that.
I myself know a friend or two from my childhood who said their dream is to be a hero in the future.
That's how high the specs of the genie you're going to sign are expected to be.
In my opinion, the thought that I might have to fight against such a lump of opportunism would have made me want to let out a sigh and give me a headache in the past: ......
Jiro-san seems to be having fun.
I don't know if it's the influence of those instructors, or if it's just that I don't feel aversion to fighting anymore, but I'm starting to feel the joy of taking on stronger people.
Now it's not.
On the contrary, I even feel a slight sense of elation just thinking about the battle.
I didn't think I was this much of a battle junkie, but I guess I had the makings of one.
Even if you knew you'd lose, you'd still want to fight.
It doesn't matter how strong you are, or if you've signed a contract with a spirit.
Your instructors will tell you this is proof that your mind has been trained to the point where you can take on challenges without being overwhelmed.
And he'll happily remove one of the control brackets.
"An ordinary dark elf would break out in a cold sweat at the mere mention of Valus' name, but not Jiro-kun, it seems.
Well, some kids stand up straight just by hearing the word 'special'.
Mitt and Smilasta, sitting across from me, nodded admiringly.
'Let's just say it's a gift of education.
It's hard to say that it's because I've been through hell's third street, so I'll leave it at that.
But tell me about Vals.
I'd love to say that, but I don't know much about Vals myself. Or to be more precise, almost no one in our family is aware of its strength.
I tried to change the subject, but unfortunately, that too was a blank.
For me, who wants to get some information, you could say that Mytt's answer is a letdown.
I feel like I've been hearing the word "disappointing" for a while now, but I can't attack Myitt, who looks apologetic.
"A year some people try, and all of them are turned away without knowing the whole story. All I know is that I can't attack, I can't defend, I can't see. That's why he is considered to be one of the strongest spirits. My father may have recommended it after seeing Jiro's magical aptitude and growth.
He says it might be, but I think he's already convinced that it's possible.
My father would definitely recommend me to make a contract with this spirit.
But there is a rare case where this kind of intermediary is involved.
In this case, you'll most likely sign a contract with the spirit recommended by the intermediary.
Or, if you're going to marry Suela, you should at least try that.
It's possible that your stepfather
I'm starting to feel like you're the real deal.
All I could say was that it's possible, as Meitte implied that it might also be meant to be a foil.
It could be said that this short period of time has shown me that he is capable of doing that much.
I had forgotten about it because of the initial good-natured encounter, but it wouldn't be surprising if he put you through that much of an ordeal.
Then I'll do my best to respond to it.
"We're counting on you too,
Yes.
Expectation not pressure, and I think the difference is just the difference between being a burden and not being a burden.
This time it's the latter.
I honestly wanted to meet the expectations of Suela's parents.
Then I'm going to spend the time until the contract ritual, training or taking on the dungeon.
With that in mind, I suddenly felt thirsty and reached for my coffee cup, but unfortunately it was empty.
You want a refill, but there's no leftovers.
I'll have to make it again from scratch.
I'll go.
Okay, please.
Suela, I'll help you too.
"Thanks, Mom.
I was about to go to the kitchen, but Suela got up before I did and headed for the kitchen with her cup.
However, the Smilasta also got up and went to the kitchen, perhaps thinking that it would be too much work for her to do alone.
They look just like father and son, working side by side in the kitchen.
Watching them, I remembered a question I hadn't asked before.
"The mite.
"What is it?
It's me and Suela's kid, but will it still be half?
If a Japanese man has a child with a foreigner, the child will have the racial blood of Japan and the country of the marriage.
Although there are differences in proportions, each half has its own national characteristics.
Then I thought that the same would be true for the child of the dark elf Suela and I, a human.
But I've been holding off on asking this until now because of all the confusion.
Then this might be a good time to ask.
I see, Jiro-kun didn't know what would happen to children of different species.
"I'm ashamed to admit that I was judged only by the common sense of our world,
Our knowledge, however, is a prediction in light of the simple creative world setting.
It's not realistic.
My ideas that come from that knowledge are not even in the realm of prediction, but rather are just ideas that I assume to be true.
My ignorance was laughed off my ignorance.
In Ithar, the children are basically born of their mother's race.
"Maternal? Isn't there such a thing as a half-elf?
The half-elf you speak of refers to a being with both human and dark elf characteristics, but in conclusion, there are no such beings. Their offspring will be with their mother's race, with a few exceptions. Some say that this is a divine decision, but the full extent of it is not known. Rarely they are born on the father's side, but the probability is only about one in a thousand.
I don't understand the logic, and when it comes to the genetics, I'm out of my depth, so I can say hooray.
Think of it as the mystery of life.
So our children will basically be of Suela and Memoria's race.
There's no weird disorder or anything like that, is there?
Yes, as long as your body and Suela's are healthy. In our world, interracial marriages are not so rare. I have a lot of experience and countermeasures for that sort of thing.
"I see.
Questions were answered, and moreover, there was more reason to fulfill the contract with the spirits.
I'm too lonely, leaving my wife and child alone in old age.
Just as I was making up my mind, the door to my bedroom opens.
Good morning.
"Good morning Memoria, although it's noon
"Huh, good morning Memoria
It is close to noon, and I point to the clock nearing noon, smiling at Memoria who has woken up.
Suela greets her from the kitchen as well.
Where are you, Mr. Mirrle?
He's still asleep. Both my father and mother are nocturnal by nature, so I think they were a little overwhelmed yesterday, and I thought they would wake up in a little while.
I see.
As it is, Suela sits down next to me on the opposite side of the table from where she was sitting.
So, what did you guys talk about?
Yeah, I'm talking about the genie I'm signing up for. I would try to get some information if I could, but unfortunately, the people I'm prepared to deal with are very special.
I was talking about the child, but I thought it was different to talk about it to a yet-to-be pregnant Memoria, so I talked about the topic of the previous one.
I'll be talking about the time-space spirit Varus.
I've heard of it, but I'd like to know more about it.
You will, won't you?
Haha, it's one of the most rarely talked about spirits in my family. They're strong, but they tend to be minor.
It seemed to be an unheard-of story for Memoria, another species.
It's going to take some time to come back, as Suela is preparing for lunch now that Memoria is up.
I've heard that there is a ceremony that vampires have to perform when they marry another species, is that true? Oh, you don't have to talk about it if it's a secret art or something.
I should say that the interest of the researcher, rather than the topic of conversation, prevailed.
He broached the subject to Memoria as if to confirm the truth of an old story he'd heard.
"You mean blood in the mix?
I don't know if that's it, but I've heard it's a sacred ritual to share a lifetime together.
"Blood?
I've never heard of this subject, and now I'll be on the phone with you.
"It's an old custom at our vampire weddings. The ancient ritual was to drink each other's blood, to share life and give each other time until the day that death do us part.
Did that mean you are not doing it now?
It's still a formality, but you don't see people doing it these days. There are fewer intermarriages and more difficulties with the ritual. Above all, it costs a lot of money to have the tools for something more serious.
I see, so it's not something that can be done easily?
Unlike spirit rituals, this one is more expensive.
It's no wonder why they don't perform it very often, but it's also true that I'm curious to know what its benefits are.
By the way Memoria, what happens when you do this ritual?
"It's pretty simple,
Listen to it honestly.
I can be a vampire.
Tanaka Jiro, 28 years old, with a spouse
Wife Suella Handelberg
Memory Tris
Occupation Dungeon Tester (full-time)
Magical aptitude nine (quasi-magical grade)
Post Warriors
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Tanaka Jiro, 28 years old, with a spouse
Wife Suella Handelberg
Memory Tris
Occupation Dungeon Tester (full-time)
Magical aptitude nine (quasi-magical grade)
Post Warriors
Spacetime Spirits. Another word that tickles the fancy of children.
Is that so?
After the explanation of the spirit rituals, time passes, and you say the name of the spirit, as if you remember the name of the spirit mentioned by Mr. Meit.
You know how kids react to words like 'strongest' and 'awesome'? Especially if it's a boy.
Maybe so, a small child once dreamed of making a deal with a special spirit. I remember that.
Right?
Yes.
The story Suela tells is that there used to be someone like that.
I myself know a friend or two from my childhood who said their dream is to be a hero in the future.
That's how high the specs of the genie you're going to sign are expected to be.
In my opinion, the thought that I might have to fight against such a lump of opportunism would have made me want to let out a sigh and give me a headache in the past: ......
Jiro-san seems to be having fun.
I don't know if it's the influence of those instructors, or if it's just that I don't feel aversion to fighting anymore, but I'm starting to feel the joy of taking on stronger people.
Now it's not.
On the contrary, I even feel a slight sense of elation just thinking about the battle.
I didn't think I was this much of a battle junkie, but I guess I had the makings of one.
Even if you knew you'd lose, you'd still want to fight.
It doesn't matter how strong you are, or if you've signed a contract with a spirit.
Your instructors will tell you this is proof that your mind has been trained to the point where you can take on challenges without being overwhelmed.
And he'll happily remove one of the control brackets.
"An ordinary dark elf would break out in a cold sweat at the mere mention of Valus' name, but not Jiro-kun, it seems.
Well, some kids stand up straight just by hearing the word 'special'.
Mitt and Smilasta, sitting across from me, nodded admiringly.
'Let's just say it's a gift of education.
It's hard to say that it's because I've been through hell's third street, so I'll leave it at that.
But tell me about Vals.
I'd love to say that, but I don't know much about Vals myself. Or to be more precise, almost no one in our family is aware of its strength.
I tried to change the subject, but unfortunately, that too was a blank.
For me, who wants to get some information, you could say that Mytt's answer is a letdown.
I feel like I've been hearing the word "disappointing" for a while now, but I can't attack Myitt, who looks apologetic.
"A year some people try, and all of them are turned away without knowing the whole story. All I know is that I can't attack, I can't defend, I can't see. That's why he is considered to be one of the strongest spirits. My father may have recommended it after seeing Jiro's magical aptitude and growth.
He says it might be, but I think he's already convinced that it's possible.
My father would definitely recommend me to make a contract with this spirit.
But there is a rare case where this kind of intermediary is involved.
In this case, you'll most likely sign a contract with the spirit recommended by the intermediary.
Or, if you're going to marry Suela, you should at least try that.
It's possible that your stepfather
I'm starting to feel like you're the real deal.
All I could say was that it's possible, as Meitte implied that it might also be meant to be a foil.
It could be said that this short period of time has shown me that he is capable of doing that much.
I had forgotten about it because of the initial good-natured encounter, but it wouldn't be surprising if he put you through that much of an ordeal.
Then I'll do my best to respond to it.
"We're counting on you too,
Yes.
Expectation not pressure, and I think the difference is just the difference between being a burden and not being a burden.
This time it's the latter.
I honestly wanted to meet the expectations of Suela's parents.
Then I'm going to spend the time until the contract ritual, training or taking on the dungeon.
With that in mind, I suddenly felt thirsty and reached for my coffee cup, but unfortunately it was empty.
You want a refill, but there's no leftovers.
I'll have to make it again from scratch.
I'll go.
Okay, please.
Suela, I'll help you too.
"Thanks, Mom.
I was about to go to the kitchen, but Suela got up before I did and headed for the kitchen with her cup.
However, the Smilasta also got up and went to the kitchen, perhaps thinking that it would be too much work for her to do alone.
They look just like father and son, working side by side in the kitchen.
Watching them, I remembered a question I hadn't asked before.
"The mite.
"What is it?
It's me and Suela's kid, but will it still be half?
If a Japanese man has a child with a foreigner, the child will have the racial blood of Japan and the country of the marriage.
Although there are differences in proportions, each half has its own national characteristics.
Then I thought that the same would be true for the child of the dark elf Suela and I, a human.
But I've been holding off on asking this until now because of all the confusion.
Then this might be a good time to ask.
I see, Jiro-kun didn't know what would happen to children of different species.
"I'm ashamed to admit that I was judged only by the common sense of our world,
Our knowledge, however, is a prediction in light of the simple creative world setting.
It's not realistic.
My ideas that come from that knowledge are not even in the realm of prediction, but rather are just ideas that I assume to be true.
My ignorance was laughed off my ignorance.
In Ithar, the children are basically born of their mother's race.
"Maternal? Isn't there such a thing as a half-elf?
The half-elf you speak of refers to a being with both human and dark elf characteristics, but in conclusion, there are no such beings. Their offspring will be with their mother's race, with a few exceptions. Some say that this is a divine decision, but the full extent of it is not known. Rarely they are born on the father's side, but the probability is only about one in a thousand.
I don't understand the logic, and when it comes to the genetics, I'm out of my depth, so I can say hooray.
Think of it as the mystery of life.
So our children will basically be of Suela and Memoria's race.
There's no weird disorder or anything like that, is there?
Yes, as long as your body and Suela's are healthy. In our world, interracial marriages are not so rare. I have a lot of experience and countermeasures for that sort of thing.
"I see.
Questions were answered, and moreover, there was more reason to fulfill the contract with the spirits.
I'm too lonely, leaving my wife and child alone in old age.
Just as I was making up my mind, the door to my bedroom opens.
Good morning.
"Good morning Memoria, although it's noon
"Huh, good morning Memoria
It is close to noon, and I point to the clock nearing noon, smiling at Memoria who has woken up.
Suela greets her from the kitchen as well.
Where are you, Mr. Mirrle?
He's still asleep. Both my father and mother are nocturnal by nature, so I think they were a little overwhelmed yesterday, and I thought they would wake up in a little while.
I see.
As it is, Suela sits down next to me on the opposite side of the table from where she was sitting.
So, what did you guys talk about?
Yeah, I'm talking about the genie I'm signing up for. I would try to get some information if I could, but unfortunately, the people I'm prepared to deal with are very special.
I was talking about the child, but I thought it was different to talk about it to a yet-to-be pregnant Memoria, so I talked about the topic of the previous one.
I'll be talking about the time-space spirit Varus.
I've heard of it, but I'd like to know more about it.
You will, won't you?
Haha, it's one of the most rarely talked about spirits in my family. They're strong, but they tend to be minor.
It seemed to be an unheard-of story for Memoria, another species.
It's going to take some time to come back, as Suela is preparing for lunch now that Memoria is up.
I've heard that there is a ceremony that vampires have to perform when they marry another species, is that true? Oh, you don't have to talk about it if it's a secret art or something.
I should say that the interest of the researcher, rather than the topic of conversation, prevailed.
He broached the subject to Memoria as if to confirm the truth of an old story he'd heard.
"You mean blood in the mix?
I don't know if that's it, but I've heard it's a sacred ritual to share a lifetime together.
"Blood?
I've never heard of this subject, and now I'll be on the phone with you.
"It's an old custom at our vampire weddings. The ancient ritual was to drink each other's blood, to share life and give each other time until the day that death do us part.
Did that mean you are not doing it now?
It's still a formality, but you don't see people doing it these days. There are fewer intermarriages and more difficulties with the ritual. Above all, it costs a lot of money to have the tools for something more serious.
I see, so it's not something that can be done easily?
Unlike spirit rituals, this one is more expensive.
It's no wonder why they don't perform it very often, but it's also true that I'm curious to know what its benefits are.
By the way Memoria, what happens when you do this ritual?
"It's pretty simple,
Listen to it honestly.
I can be a vampire.
Tanaka Jiro, 28 years old, with a spouse
Wife Suella Handelberg
Memory Tris
Occupation Dungeon Tester (full-time)
Magical aptitude nine (quasi-magical grade)
Post Warriors
Word of the Day
Preparations progress steadily.
Tanaka Jiro, 28 years old, with a spouseWife Suella HandelbergMemory TrisOccupation Dungeon Tester full-timeMagical aptitude nine quasi-magical gradePost WarriorsSpacetime Spirits. Another word that tickles the fancy of children.Is that so?After the explanation of the spirit rituals, time passes, and you say the name of the spirit, as if you remember the name of the spirit mentioned by Mr. Meit.You know how kids react to words like 'strongest' and 'awesome'?Especially if it's a boy.Maybe so, a small child once dreamed of making a deal with a special spirit. I remember that.Right?Yes.The story Suela tells is that there used to be someone like that.I myself know a friend or two from my childhood who said their dream is to be a hero in the future.That's how high the specs of the genie you're going to sign are expected to be.In my opinion, the thought that I might have to fight against such a lump of opportunism would have made me want to let out a sigh and give me a headache in the past: ......Jiro-san seems to be having fun.I don't know if it's the influence of those instructors, or if it's just that I don't feel aversion to fighting anymore, but I'm starting to feel the joy of taking on stronger people.Now it's not.On the contrary, I even feel a slight sense of elation just thinking about the battle.I didn't think I was this much of a battle junkie, but I guess I had the makings of one.Even if you knew you'd lose, you'd still want to fight.It doesn't matter how strong you are, or if you've signed a contract with a spirit.Your instructors will tell you this is proof that your mind has been trained to the point where you can take on challenges without being overwhelmed.And he'll happily remove one of the control brackets."An ordinary dark elf would break out in a cold sweat at the mere mention of Valus' name, but not Jiro-kun, it seems.Well, some kids stand up straight just by hearing the word 'special'.Mitt and Smilasta, sitting across from me, nodded admiringly.'Let's just say it's a gift of education.It's hard to say that it's because I've been through hell's third street, so I'll leave it at that.But tell me about Vals.I'd love to say that, but I don't know much about Vals myself. Or to be more precise, almost no one in our family is aware of its strength.I tried to change the subject, but unfortunately, that too was a blank.For me, who wants to get some information, you could say that Mytt's answer is a letdown.I feel like I've been hearing the word "disappointing" for a while now, but I can't attack Myitt, who looks apologetic."A year some people try, and all of them are turned away without knowing the whole story. All I know is that I can't attack, I can't defend, I can't see. That's why he is considered to be one of the strongest spirits. My father may have recommended it after seeing Jiro's magical aptitude and growth.He says it might be, but I think he's already convinced that it's possible.My father would definitely recommend me to make a contract with this spirit.But there is a rare case where this kind of intermediary is involved.In this case, you'll most likely sign a contract with the spirit recommended by the intermediary.Or, if you're going to marry Suela, you should at least try that.It's possible that your stepfatherI'm starting to feel like you're the real deal.All I could say was that it's possible, as Meitte implied that it might also be meant to be a foil.It could be said that this short period of time has shown me that he is capable of doing that much.I had forgotten about it because of the initial good-natured encounter, but it wouldn't be surprising if he put you through that much of an ordeal.Then I'll do my best to respond to it."We're counting on you too,Yes.Expectation not pressure, and I think the difference is just the difference between being a burden and not being a burden.This time it's the latter.I honestly wanted to meet the expectations of Suela's parents.Then I'm going to spend the time until the contract ritual, training or taking on the dungeon.With that in mind, I suddenly felt thirsty and reached for my coffee cup, but unfortunately it was empty.You want a refill, but there's no leftovers.I'll have to make it again from scratch.I'll go.Okay, please.Suela, I'll help you too."Thanks, Mom.I was about to go to the kitchen, but Suela got up before I did and headed for the kitchen with her cup.However, the Smilasta also got up and went to the kitchen, perhaps thinking that it would be too much work for her to do alone.They look just like father and son, working side by side in the kitchen.Watching them, I remembered a question I hadn't asked before."The mite."What is it?It's me and Suela's kid, but will it still be half?If a Japanese man has a child with a foreigner, the child will have the racial blood of Japan and the country of the marriage.Although there are differences in proportions, each half has its own national characteristics.Then I thought that the same would be true for the child of the dark elf Suela and I, a human.But I've been holding off on asking this until now because of all the confusion.Then this might be a good time to ask.I see, Jiro-kun didn't know what would happen to children of different species."I'm ashamed to admit that I was judged only by the common sense of our world,Our knowledge, however, is a prediction in light of the simple creative world setting.It's not realistic.My ideas that come from that knowledge are not even in the realm of prediction, but rather are just ideas that I assume to be true.My ignorance was laughed off my ignorance.In Ithar, the children are basically born of their mother's race."Maternal?Isn't there such a thing as a half-elf?The half-elf you speak of refers to a being with both human and dark elf characteristics, but in conclusion, there are no such beings. Their offspring will be with their mother's race, with a few exceptions. Some say that this is a divine decision, but the full extent of it is not known. Rarely they are born on the father's side, but the probability is only about one in a thousand.I don't understand the logic, and when it comes to the genetics, I'm out of my depth, so I can say hooray.Think of it as the mystery of life.So our children will basically be of Suela and Memoria's race.There's no weird disorder or anything like that, is there?Yes, as long as your body and Suela's are healthy. In our world, interracial marriages are not so rare. I have a lot of experience and countermeasures for that sort of thing."I see.Questions were answered, and moreover, there was more reason to fulfill the contract with the spirits.I'm too lonely, leaving my wife and child alone in old age.Just as I was making up my mind, the door to my bedroom opens.Good morning."Good morning Memoria, although it's noon"Huh, good morning MemoriaIt is close to noon, and I point to the clock nearing noon, smiling at Memoria who has woken up.Suela greets her from the kitchen as well.Where are you, Mr. Mirrle?He's still asleep. Both my father and mother are nocturnal by nature, so I think they were a little overwhelmed yesterday, and I thought they would wake up in a little while.I see.As it is, Suela sits down next to me on the opposite side of the table from where she was sitting.So, what did you guys talk about?Yeah, I'm talking about the genie I'm signing up for. I would try to get some information if I could, but unfortunately, the people I'm prepared to deal with are very special.I was talking about the child, but I thought it was different to talk about it to a yet-to-be pregnant Memoria, so I talked about the topic of the previous one.I'll be talking about the time-space spirit Varus.I've heard of it, but I'd like to know more about it.You will, won't you?Haha, it's one of the most rarely talked about spirits in my family. They're strong, but they tend to be minor.It seemed to be an unheard-of story for Memoria, another species.It's going to take some time to come back, as Suela is preparing for lunch now that Memoria is up.I've heard that there is a ceremony that vampires have to perform when they marry another species, is that true?Oh, you don't have to talk about it if it's a secret art or something.I should say that the interest of the researcher, rather than the topic of conversation, prevailed.He broached the subject to Memoria as if to confirm the truth of an old story he'd heard."You mean blood in the mix?I don't know if that's it, but I've heard it's a sacred ritual to share a lifetime together."Blood?I've never heard of this subject, and now I'll be on the phone with you."It's an old custom at our vampire weddings. The ancient ritual was to drink each other's blood, to share life and give each other time until the day that death do us part.Did that mean you are not doing it now?It's still a formality, but you don't see people doing it these days. There are fewer intermarriages and more difficulties with the ritual. Above all, it costs a lot of money to have the tools for something more serious.I see, so it's not something that can be done easily?Unlike spirit rituals, this one is more expensive.It's no wonder why they don't perform it very often, but it's also true that I'm curious to know what its benefits are.By the way Memoria, what happens when you do this ritual?"It's pretty simple,Listen to it honestly.I can be a vampire.Tanaka Jiro, 28 years old, with a spouseWife Suella HandelbergMemory TrisOccupation Dungeon Tester full-timeMagical aptitude nine quasi-magical gradePost WarriorsWord of the DayPreparations progress steadily.
