A meadow at midnight.
Illuminated by the light magic casted by Dors, there are large pits here and there.
There were even gigantic holes in some places.
There must have been a fierce battle here.
I wonder how Count Pugyaru survived in such a place.
Is he actually very strong?
No, the butler said that Count Pugyaru’s self-preservation methods are off the roof.
He might have managed to negotiate.
……
That’s still something amazing.
Yeah.
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Well, I brought food and cooking utensils.
Or rather, that’s all my luggage is.
To be honest, I came out to look for the missing Count Pugyaru but I didn’t think I could be of any help in finding anyone.
I had no experience in searching for missing people.
And it was even the middle of the night.
So I thought, it would be best if I acted like a man who would follow instructions and not get in the way.
That’s why I carried my own food on my back so that I could at least prepare food…
Well, Count Pugyaru was found safe and sound so I wasn’t able to use them.
Regretful.
No, it’s a good thing that I didn’t need to use them.
I’m not sad…
Prada’s stomach growled.
It seems like she hasn’t eaten anything since this morning.
………………
That’s not good.
Very not good.
Even if it is already midnight, you still have to eat.
It’s not a bad idea to eat outdoors.
No no no, there’s no need to rush back to the city.
Fortunately, I brought food and cooking utensils.
Ah, really fortunate.
So, let’s eat.
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I unpacked my luggage and started cooking…oh, I need to start fire first.
Fufufu.
Unlike in the past, I’m able to make fire quickly now.
I can feel my growth.
Hnn?
I heard that Doraim cooks but Dors can cook too?
Aren’t you the dragon king?
Ah, Beton-san, please sit down.
Bron, Hermes, and Prada will help me. Dors and Doraim will cook on their own since what they want to cook doesn’t need extra hands.
「Uhm, excuse me, that, it’s this…ehto, aren’t you going to ask what happened?」
We can always listen while we are eating.
Yeah, let’s go with that.
I continued cooking.
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Okay, it’s done.
But don’t expect too much since this is only a simple soup.
How about Dors?
「Mine’s done too……village chief, don’t look at me with too much surprise. When I was young, I cooked for myself. If it’s just this much, I can do it. How about Doraim?」
「I think it would be better to wait for the radish to soak up more for more flavor. I’ll take care of this so please go ahead.」
Okay.
Then, prepare the bowls and plates…
Beton-san.
Excuse me, they are in the box over there.
Can you please take them?
Yeah, that’s it.
Thank you.
Ah, how many mochi do you want in your soup, Beton-san?
What I mean by mochi is this white food.
Two.
I really don’t mind if you want three.
Hahaha, three then.
What about Bron, Dors, and Doraim?
Two, three, three.
What about Prada and Hermes?
Three, four.
Yeah, we have more.
I’ve brought more than enough since I expected that it would take time to search.
Besides, we will be pounding new mochi soon so we need to consume them.
Don’t be shy.
One more for Dors and one more for Doraim.
Three more for Prada?
That’s six.
Can you eat them all?
You haven’t eaten since this morning…okay.
Six for you then.
Bron and Hermes will think about it after they eat their share.
Okay.
How about you, Beton-san?
Three is enough?
Is it?
Just let me know if you want more.
Well then, let’s eat.
Since we were eating outdoors, there were no tables or chairs.
So we each sit on a moderately sized rock.
I thought Beton-san was going to sit at the best spot but he asked Dors to sit there.
So, she’s someone who respects her elders.
She doesn’t seem to be a bad person.
Since I was impressed with her kindness, I hoped that Dors would not try to give up that seat to me.
You just need to cast a spell on the ground and make a table and chairs?
No, I’m not against it but I think…ah, in order to converse about what happened, it is better to set up a more formal venue like that?
Right, we still have to talk about that.
Got it.
I’ll leave it to you.
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The table and chairs are luxurious and not suitable for outdoor use.
They are reasonably sturdy but they are made of clay so I’m not comfortable putting dishes on them.
I put down the cloth I brought with me on the table to make it a tablecloth.
I put down the bowls of soup that I had made and the plates of stir-fried rice that Dors had made.
It looks like Doraim still needs time so we’ll start eating what we have first.
By the way, he is making stewed radish.
He needs to keep an eye on the low heat to make sure the temperature won’t increase.
Because of that, he has to enjoy his food a little far away.
Now, let’s eat.
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Hmmm, this is Dors’ stir-fried rice.
It’s delicious.
To be honest, I was surprised.
The dragons were generally happy with the food in the village so I thought their cooking level was the same as the old oni maids but this stir fry is on the same level as the current oni maids.
Were the dragons cooking properly in their homes?
「No, that is not the case.」
?
「The dragons or rather, the ancient dragons, have a rule that civilization and culture that we should live in should be according to the average civilization and culture of the world.」
What does that mean?
「To put it simply, according to our law, we can only live as much as the average of the world is. If we want to live a better life, we should raise the world’s standard of living.」
I see.
「However, too much civilization and culture can be dangerous. Us, the ancient dragons, are in a position where we have to regulate excessive civilizations and cultures. It’s pretty difficult.」
Right, not a long time ago, Loo and Dors talked about the universal ship.
However, how is that related to Dors’ cooking skills?
「……it’s not uncommon for young people to do several dangerous things out of curiosity before they take on their roles…… At that time, I thought the law was just a distraction.」
So, there was a time when Dors was young and impulsive too.
「That’s how it is. Well, a role is a role. If I didn’t have this opportunity, I don’t even know when will I be able to cook next.」
That’s tough.
「Yeah. Seriously. In Big Tree Village, the oni maids are all glaring at me.」
Ahahaha.
I’m sure they’re not doing that. They are just treating the kitchen as their territory.
If you ask them nicely, I’m sure they’ll let you use it.
Also, I’m sure the children will be pleased with the food you cook.
「They’ll be happy. However, Raimeiren’s mood will worsen, twice.」
What about Raimeiren?
「Ah……she’s good at roasting something.」
……
「The amount that can be eaten will be dependent on her mood.」
Ah, I see.
Next time, I’ll ask Ann and the others to casually make a move to teach her how to cook.
Yeah, that’s a good idea.
If Raimeiren can cook something edible, then, Dors no longer need to hold back in cooking for the children.
That’s good.
Hnn?
What’s the matter, Beton-san?
Ah, do you want a refill?
Well, Doraim’s stewed radishes will be ready soon and they will be distributed right away too.
「No, that’s not what I want to say……well, I was wondering what happened to asking about what happened…isn’t that the reason why this table was set up?」
……
I-I didn’t forget.
Yes, I haven’t forgotten about it.
I was just about to ask.
Hahaha.
I’m sorry.
I forgot.
A meadow at midnight.
Illuminated by the light magic casted by Dors, there are large pits here and there.
There were even gigantic holes in some places.
There must have been a fierce battle here.
I wonder how Count Pugyaru survived in such a place.
Is he actually very strong?
No, the butler said that Count Pugyaru’s self-preservation methods are off the roof.
He might have managed to negotiate.
……
That’s still something amazing.
Yeah.
-0-
Well, I brought food and cooking utensils.
Or rather, that’s all my luggage is.
To be honest, I came out to look for the missing Count Pugyaru but I didn’t think I could be of any help in finding anyone.
I had no experience in searching for missing people.
And it was even the middle of the night.
So I thought, it would be best if I acted like a man who would follow instructions and not get in the way.
That’s why I carried my own food on my back so that I could at least prepare food…
Well, Count Pugyaru was found safe and sound so I wasn’t able to use them.
Regretful.
No, it’s a good thing that I didn’t need to use them.
I’m not sad…
Prada’s stomach growled.
It seems like she hasn’t eaten anything since this morning.
………………
That’s not good.
Very not good.
Even if it is already midnight, you still have to eat.
It’s not a bad idea to eat outdoors.
No no no, there’s no need to rush back to the city.
Fortunately, I brought food and cooking utensils.
Ah, really fortunate.
So, let’s eat.
-0-
I unpacked my luggage and started cooking…oh, I need to start fire first.
Fufufu.
Unlike in the past, I’m able to make fire quickly now.
I can feel my growth.
Hnn?
I heard that Doraim cooks but Dors can cook too?
Aren’t you the dragon king?
Ah, Beton-san, please sit down.
Bron, Hermes, and Prada will help me. Dors and Doraim will cook on their own since what they want to cook doesn’t need extra hands.
「Uhm, excuse me, that, it’s this…ehto, aren’t you going to ask what happened?」
We can always listen while we are eating.
Yeah, let’s go with that.
I continued cooking.
-0-
Okay, it’s done.
But don’t expect too much since this is only a simple soup.
How about Dors?
「Mine’s done too……village chief, don’t look at me with too much surprise. When I was young, I cooked for myself. If it’s just this much, I can do it. How about Doraim?」
「I think it would be better to wait for the radish to soak up more for more flavor. I’ll take care of this so please go ahead.」
Okay.
Then, prepare the bowls and plates…
Beton-san.
Excuse me, they are in the box over there.
Can you please take them?
Yeah, that’s it.
Thank you.
Ah, how many mochi do you want in your soup, Beton-san?
What I mean by mochi is this white food.
Two.
I really don’t mind if you want three.
Hahaha, three then.
What about Bron, Dors, and Doraim?
Two, three, three.
What about Prada and Hermes?
Three, four.
Yeah, we have more.
I’ve brought more than enough since I expected that it would take time to search.
Besides, we will be pounding new mochi soon so we need to consume them.
Don’t be shy.
One more for Dors and one more for Doraim.
Three more for Prada?
That’s six.
Can you eat them all?
You haven’t eaten since this morning…okay.
Six for you then.
Bron and Hermes will think about it after they eat their share.
Okay.
How about you, Beton-san?
Three is enough?
Is it?
Just let me know if you want more.
Well then, let’s eat.
Since we were eating outdoors, there were no tables or chairs.
So we each sit on a moderately sized rock.
I thought Beton-san was going to sit at the best spot but he asked Dors to sit there.
So, she’s someone who respects her elders.
She doesn’t seem to be a bad person.
Since I was impressed with her kindness, I hoped that Dors would not try to give up that seat to me.
You just need to cast a spell on the ground and make a table and chairs?
No, I’m not against it but I think…ah, in order to converse about what happened, it is better to set up a more formal venue like that?
Right, we still have to talk about that.
Got it.
I’ll leave it to you.
-0-
The table and chairs are luxurious and not suitable for outdoor use.
They are reasonably sturdy but they are made of clay so I’m not comfortable putting dishes on them.
I put down the cloth I brought with me on the table to make it a tablecloth.
I put down the bowls of soup that I had made and the plates of stir-fried rice that Dors had made.
It looks like Doraim still needs time so we’ll start eating what we have first.
By the way, he is making stewed radish.
He needs to keep an eye on the low heat to make sure the temperature won’t increase.
Because of that, he has to enjoy his food a little far away.
Now, let’s eat.
-0-
Hmmm, this is Dors’ stir-fried rice.
It’s delicious.
To be honest, I was surprised.
The dragons were generally happy with the food in the village so I thought their cooking level was the same as the old oni maids but this stir fry is on the same level as the current oni maids.
Were the dragons cooking properly in their homes?
「No, that is not the case.」
?
「The dragons or rather, the ancient dragons, have a rule that civilization and culture that we should live in should be according to the average civilization and culture of the world.」
What does that mean?
「To put it simply, according to our law, we can only live as much as the average of the world is. If we want to live a better life, we should raise the world’s standard of living.」
I see.
「However, too much civilization and culture can be dangerous. Us, the ancient dragons, are in a position where we have to regulate excessive civilizations and cultures. It’s pretty difficult.」
Right, not a long time ago, Loo and Dors talked about the universal ship.
However, how is that related to Dors’ cooking skills?
「……it’s not uncommon for young people to do several dangerous things out of curiosity before they take on their roles…… At that time, I thought the law was just a distraction.」
So, there was a time when Dors was young and impulsive too.
「That’s how it is. Well, a role is a role. If I didn’t have this opportunity, I don’t even know when will I be able to cook next.」
That’s tough.
「Yeah. Seriously. In Big Tree Village, the oni maids are all glaring at me.」
Ahahaha.
I’m sure they’re not doing that. They are just treating the kitchen as their territory.
If you ask them nicely, I’m sure they’ll let you use it.
Also, I’m sure the children will be pleased with the food you cook.
「They’ll be happy. However, Raimeiren’s mood will worsen, twice.」
What about Raimeiren?
「Ah……she’s good at roasting something.」
……
「The amount that can be eaten will be dependent on her mood.」
Ah, I see.
Next time, I’ll ask Ann and the others to casually make a move to teach her how to cook.
Yeah, that’s a good idea.
If Raimeiren can cook something edible, then, Dors no longer need to hold back in cooking for the children.
That’s good.
Hnn?
What’s the matter, Beton-san?
Ah, do you want a refill?
Well, Doraim’s stewed radishes will be ready soon and they will be distributed right away too.
「No, that’s not what I want to say……well, I was wondering what happened to asking about what happened…isn’t that the reason why this table was set up?」
……
I-I didn’t forget.
Yes, I haven’t forgotten about it.
I was just about to ask.
Hahaha.
I’m sorry.
I forgot.
