It's Sudden, but I Came to Another World! But I Hope to Live Safely - Chapter 25

Chapter 25: I have a report for the time being.




The days go by quickly. Ten years have already passed since I came to this world from another world.

...... is a lie. It's only been about two weeks.

I wish my life could be so uneventful that I could skip the time line like that.

I woke up slowly, washed my face, and headed for the kitchen.

First, make a fire. I'm familiar with using a flint to light a fire.

I heat up the soup that I made in large quantities for dinner last night.

In the other pot, I boiled water and hard-boiled an egg.

I really like them half-boiled. ...... I miss the level of quality control in Japan.

It may be difficult to develop antibiotics, but I wonder if it is possible to develop pasteurization technology.

If the temperature of the water can be maintained at a constant level, onsen eggs are just about safe. ...... But there is no thermometer, so there is nothing we can do.

I'd like to think of a better way. ......

Throw the boiled egg into cold water and leave it for a while.

Place a potholder in the middle of the table and place three wooden plates with water quickly poured over them.

Drain the boiled eggs and transfer them to a colander, also on the table.

Finally, put some fruit and a fruit knife around.

Now I want some yogurt.

I would rather make bacon and eggs than boiled eggs, but the cost of making bacon is hopeless.

It's really amazing that people can make Japanese food in the morning.

I pour the soup into the plate and join my hands together with a sigh.

Peel the shell of the boiled egg and put a pinch of salt in the bag.

The chilled outside is slightly cold, but the inside is slightly warm.

But that doesn't warm things up, so you take a sip of the soup as well.

With a sigh, I finish the first egg.

Then the first roommate arrives.

"Good morning, Shisho!

"Good morning, Wolfe. Good morning, Wolfe. You're looking good today.

"Wolfe is always cheerful!

Wolfe was a very fast learner.

After all, she didn't need possession anymore.

She can't speak difficult words, but she can already speak the common language of this world.

The possession was released just a few days ago, and we've had a period of observation, but there seems to be no problem.

What about the otherworlders who are eating breakfast?

Hahaha, it's still ongoing.

For Wolfe, a language that can be used for communication is very attractive, and his efforts and motivation to acquire it are very impressive.

On the other hand, I'm still getting used to Japanese, so I can't get over the language barrier, and I'm tempted to rely on the convenient possession technique.

But hey, it's only been a week or so since I started learning, right?

If you can say hello and nice to meet you, don't you think that's enough?

I've made some progress. There are many times when some words are not interpreted correctly in this possession technique.

For example, the word "sample", Kara didn't understand its meaning at first.

The reason was simple: he had the idea that "sample" was "sample" in his mind.

When we pronounced it with a strong awareness of the fact that it means a specimen, it seemed to be understood as the correct meaning.

I have noticed that this kind of trouble often occurs when people say things with horizontal letters.

I tried to use "agenda" and "resume" with a lot of horizontal letters, but it didn't work.

Well, that's all.

Wolfe hummed as he poured more soup and clasped his hands together in the same way.

There is no "Itadakimasu" with clasped hands in the original world. The Yugra religion has a prayer with folded hands.

"Itadakimasu!

Of course, the language is Japanese. Of course, the language is also Japanese. Although it is not compulsory, I have learned this Japanese language very well.

However, it's amazing that they can eat such a simple meal so well.

I feel like cooking something a little more elaborate.

"Where are you going today, Shisho?

"Today we're going to Marito's. Wolfe should join Kara and the others in their training.

Yes!

And the last roommate, the landlord, wakes up.

I thought I washed my face, but I couldn't wash my sleepy face.

Good morning, Irias!

"...... Good morning, Wolfe.

Ilias does the same, pours himself a bowl of soup and starts eating.

Ilias also poured the soup and started eating. 　

When I first saw you, I thought you were one of those people who never wake up from sleep.

I was in a state of extreme fatigue. Normally I wake up after an hour of feeling the sunrise on my skin.

However, my sleep is so deep that I rarely wake up in the middle of it.

My sleep at that time was more like fainting, yes.

I'm going to secretly hide my resentment of being beaten awake.

On the contrary, I thought the Iliad would be crisp in the morning.

I thought the Iliad was supposed to be crisp in the morning." "It's easier to be crisp when you change your clothes. That's why I try to wear my armor at home.

If the knight is compatible with a businessman in a suit, it's not hard to understand, but it's probably like a fire department that goes to work in firefighting suits from home, yeah .

I'm convinced, and start peeling fruit for Wolfe and Ilias, who will catch up with me soon.

But isn't that why they've developed such a strict image in the public?

That's ...... undeniable.

According to Mr. Sila, a representative of the people and an expert on the situation of knights, the public perception of the Iliad is "strict," "serious," "dignified," "doesn't seem to be able to take a joke," "will die if you offend him," and so on.

When I heard the last one, I was quite depressed.

I am planning with Mr. Sila to dispel these images to some extent.

It's important to make achievements, though. But you also have to be careful about impressions.

Ummm ......, what exactly should I do?

Smile back when someone greets you. That's all you need to do.

"Smile. ...... Mmm.

It's not a smile, is it?

You'll be able to get a lot more than that. It's a good idea.

You should practice smiling naturally first. I can do it from time to time.

Isn't it hard to smile consciously?

Of course it's difficult. Especially if you don't use it regularly. There's no harm in practicing.

...... Can you do that?

"Of course I can.

I gave him a fresh smile. He didn't like me.

You son of a b*tc*. What's the difference between that and your smile?

You got a problem with that?

No, no, I'm just saying you can make that kind of face. ...... I'll work on it.　

After that, Ilias changed into his armor and went to the castle first.

Ilias then changed into his armor and went to the castle. Of course, Wolfe would help.

Now he even asks me to clean Ilias' room. It's not that Ilias doesn't like to clean.

Normally, he would like to do it every day, but he comes home in the evening or at night. Since he is not able to do the cleaning and laundry to his satisfaction, he tries to do it all at once when he is off duty.

He usually does his laundry at a laundry store on the way.

After the cleaning and laundry are done, we head for the castle. Unfortunately, he does not have a carriage, so he is on foot.

In order to make things easier, I was planning to have Wolfe carry my body, as a certain gorilla once did to me, but I was worried about the eyes of the people, so I gave up. I decided to accept it as an after-dinner stroll and as a light exercise.

Wolfe is humming along next to me. Once, when Wolfe was taking a nap, someone who was cooking lunch heard him humming and decided to teach him.

Since then, I've been humming a phrase that I've heard somewhere in Japan: .......

The eyes of the people around me seem to have gotten used to it.

This is because, since a few days ago, Taze has been frequently visited by people from the Kuro Wolf tribe.

The government has officially announced that it is no longer a surprise that there are subhumans in the city.

However, the reaction of the people around me was not as great as when I saw a foreigner in Tokyo.

It's more like the curious glances you get when you see a foreigner in a rural area.

In addition, as an individual, Wolfe stands out for his whiteness. I'm tempted to ask her what bleach she used. I didn't.

If she becomes a little more famous, she can be a popular beast in the neighborhood, but she is still a little uncomfortable talking to strangers who don't know her name.

By the way, even though he looks normal, his black hair and eyes are considered rare, so I've been feeling the stares of foreign tourists from time to time.

And then we arrived. I show my pass to the soldier in front of the bridge and enter the castle grounds.

This pass was given to me by Lord Raggedy. This is an excellent item that makes it possible to gain an audience with Lord Ragdor or Marito without much formalities.

The word "almost" implies that you will have to wait if you are in the middle of a meeting or busy dealing with visitors.

Continue down the corridor to the office. You greet the guard and are allowed to enter.

Inside, you will find Marito at his desk, facing his papers. 　

Heka, good morning!

Good morning, Wolfe, good morning my friend.

Is it going to be a while?

Yes, it will. Just sit down and kill some time.

Sit down in one of the chairs provided. You sit down in a separate chair, where you will find my personal book.

Marito is in his office at this time of day, tidying up papers. He has provided this space so that we will not be bored because of the sparseness of the end time.

So, for a while, I'm reading and studying with Wolfe. After that, we went on to our main purpose.

Has anything changed?

Yes, I have. Letting the students choose what they want to study in the school is generally well received. They're going to narrow down a few candidates and introduce them. But raising the standard of education for the entire nation didn't get much support, as expected.　

"I suppose so. The longer it takes to learn, the more children who can't work will grow up to be able to help. It's a shame to lose that kind of labor.

"If anyone can aim for high office, like in your world, we can give them hope, I guess. But there were many who listened to the idea of offering incentives to ordinary children who looked promising so that they could attend the nobleman's academy.

"Didn't the aristocracy have any objections to the inclusion of the general population in a job that was mainly for the aristocracy?

There were a few that did. However, there was also an opinion that the children of the aristocracy would be stimulated and motivated by their self-esteem.

"I see. But if that's how it's going to be introduced, we're going to be harassed by the aristocracy.

What I'm doing at the moment is responding to Marito's questions.

I was wondering how to start talking about the world of Earth (here), and he suggested this form.

What is the political structure? What will the people do in such a situation? I will answer these questions in a vague way.

Of course, there are many cases in which we do not have specialized knowledge about the content.

Therefore, after listening to the answer, we discuss why it is the way it is.

After that, if we are satisfied with the answer, we will devise a plan to see if Marito can be of use to the country's policy and direction. 　What works on Earth often doesn't work in this world.

And so it should be. The systems of the present age are designed to fit the background of the times and the changing environment.

For example, the election system. This is a system in which the people elect political leaders by voting.

However, the prerequisite for this system to function is that the people understand politics.

With this prerequisite, the people can choose from among the candidates those who declare that they will implement the policies they want.

But the people of this world are not familiar with politics. The education system is underdeveloped, and the people have only the minimum education necessary for daily life.

They have knowledge of their professions, but have no opportunity to experience anything else.

In that case, the meaning of voting is diminished. It will become a mere vote gathering contest, and the country will become a place where only those who are good at such things will be in power.

In this world, it is more efficient for kings and intellectuals who have studied politics properly to make decisions with their own eyes and choose their successors.

In other words, the hereditary system is more suitable.

However, it does not mean that all the systems in the world of Earth (here) are useless. The wisdom that has been devised over the years is not undeserved.

Even in different times, there are effective policies and measures.

The king of Tarz is the one who selects them. It is the job of Marito, a professional in the workings of this world.

There are many new ideas in this world. Allowing homos*xuals to marry is a difficult thing to do in our world, but it's quite interesting.

There are many reasons for this, such as the fact that the world has become a place where people can express their opinions, the fact that the world's population has increased and there is no need to be productive, and the fact that this has led to an increase in the number of homos*xuals and their activities. Of course, the most important factor is the tremendous amount of time and effort that has gone into fighting discrimination in the process.

"I can't imagine a population of over seven billion people. I can't imagine over seven billion people, it must be very confusing to have that many people sharing their opinions.

Yes, it would. There is a saying in my hometown, "Ten people, ten colors. It is natural that there are as many people as there are tastes and characteristics. As the number of people increases, there will be more of them, but nothing will ever be exactly the same.

And some of them are hard to understand, and even if you can understand them, there are many who are hard to tolerate.

Such people sometimes appear in our daily lives.

That's enough about policy. Next is knowledge of the development of civilization. Can you tell me a little about the cadences of cooking?

"Oh, last time I explained the functions and uses of a rice cooker. Next is the ...... microwave oven. This is--

There is magic in this world. In this world, there is no power generation, but the night is not completely dark.

There are magical stones that have the properties of phosphorescent paint that emit light at night when exposed to sunlight, and they are installed as streetlights.

There are also many other things that would be impossible to use without electricity, but are now possible thanks to magic.

Then, by explaining the functions of electrical appliances used in the world of Earth (here), we can determine if magic can do similar things.

However, it is impossible to put the theory into practice unless you have a specialization in magic itself.

It is said that a person as young as Iliad can use basic magic. I remember the time I ignited a fire without using a flint when I was cooking.

It is currently impossible to make the lives of the people full of home appliances, but this dialogue will be of great significance in finding effective ways to use magic.

Hmmm, you're a bit vague when it comes to explaining the principles.

I have a general knowledge, but not a lot of scientific knowledge.

I'm not that familiar with magic either, so I'll need to find a trusted expert to help me out. ......

That's a good idea.

Research is essential for the development of civilization. So when does research take place?

Nowadays, it is natural to do research in the field that you want, but in the past, it was different.

The main purpose of research is to gain an advantage in relations with other countries. For this reason, there has been rapid progress in research on events such as war.

This is not to say that this has not happened in the history of this world.

Magic has also been used. However, magic research is only done by a few.

The reason for this is the existence of the "magic seal stone". The reason for this is the existence of the "magic seal stone", which has drastically cut off the military use of magic.

If the value of magic decreases, it will be excluded from research. This is the reason why there are few applications of magic in this magical world.

However, it is not as if there are no specialists.

Even though it is an unappreciated profession, there are still many people who are fascinated by the infinite possibilities of magic.

Wolfe, isn't it time for your training?

Yes, I'm going!

When Wolfe comes to the castle, he takes the initiative to join Ragdoll's training.

After learning how to release and control magic power, Wolfe began to learn how to move his body.

Since this is a good opportunity, I will also move from the office to a place where I can watch the training.

There were desks and chairs set up on a part of the castle wall, and you could look down on the training ground below.

Marito, having finished his desk work, took a break and came to take a look.

Downstairs, Wulfe and the members of the Ragdoll Squad are having a quick handfasting.

I can't believe how fast you've grown, Wulfe.

That's right.

Although Wulfe spares no effort, his talent in combat is outstanding.

It's not just the speed and arm strength, but the sheer amount of magic power that can be used to strengthen the body.

In terms of simple speed and arm strength, he was already comparable to Ragdoll's team.

In this world, the difference in the amount of magic power possessed is greatly connected to this difference in performance. This is because the body can be strengthened without the use of magic.

Ulfe, who possesses extraordinary magical power, is superior to others in terms of individual specifications.

However, he has never defeated anyone in Ragdoll at this stage.

Sometimes he has been matched with other knights, but even then he has almost always lost.

This is simply a difference in skill and experience. Knights are trained in the handling of magic, weapons, and judgment of bargaining.

They are good at dealing with Wolfe, who moves intuitively like a beast.

Furthermore, Ragdoll's squadron has many old knights compared to other knight orders.

They have already passed the peak of their physical strength. But they are still active because of the experience and skills they have accumulated.

If they were up against other knights, they would be able to take advantage of the difference in their physical abilities to push their way through, and sometimes even take a point.

But against the Ragdolls, Wolfe could not even land a single blow.

It's no use, Wolfe. Those grandfathers were already in evasive action before you even moved.

They were too far ahead of you against the bandits to even need to use that technique.

But when you're up against them, you'll be amazed at their specs.

The old soldiers of Ragdoll, their old age is a sign that they have continued to refine their weapons.

It's just that the ...... thing is exceptional, isn't it?

That's right.

I look a little farther. There is Ilias, swinging by himself.

He is swinging down a large sword that is several times the size of his own body without any difficulty. As he does so, the trees around him are shaking greatly due to the wind pressure.

That gorilla is really something to behold. Ilias's strength is exceptional even among the Ragdolls.

His skill alone is equal to that of the Ragdolls, who are all old and skilled soldiers.

On top of that, he has an overwhelming amount of magic power that surpasses that of Wolfe.

It seems that Ulfe is better than him in terms of quality alone. However, he has spent his entire life training, and the total amount of magical power he possesses is literally beyond the norm.

And due to the sophistication of the physical enhancement by magic power,......, I don't understand anymore.

I heard a joke that when he really strengthened his body, he once shot a spear that could pierce through iron.

He's not just a gorilla, he's a metal gorilla. 　

Ilias is basically training alone. Even with the Ragdolls, he has to go easy on them.

Some of the other knights in the order might not be able to recover from the difference.

It is said that only a few knight commanders are capable of fighting the Iliad, which is said to be one of the top five knights in this country.

The fact that there are still a few Iliad-class knights waiting in the wings is a terrible story.

Incidentally, Sir Ragdoll is said to have beaten the Iliad by a comfortable margin. The depths of this country are deep.

Wolfe once had a hand to hand with Ilias, but that day, the boy did not enter Ilias' bed.

If you think about it, Dokora was also a great guy who fought Ilias with one arm, even if it was only for a short time. .......

You can find a lot of people who are interested in this kind of thing.

I'm not sure how the country's military strength compares to others.

"If it's just the quality of our individuals, we'll definitely be able to boast proudly on the continent.

But when it comes to military strategy...

We're so linear that bandits can play us for fools. And there aren't many of them. Are you confident about your legs?

As well as the strength of the knights, there is something wrong with the horses in this country.

The first bandit village is the most dangerous.

The first bandit settlement was on foot because it was the closest and also for the purpose of surprise, but horses were used in the defeat of Dokora.

Knights could be deployed throughout the Tarzan territory at night. You can understand how terrifying their mobility is.

Even though I didn't know the speed of horses, I thought it was strange that they were going that fast.

Oh, Lord Ratzel is looking at you.

"Yeah, he's been staring at me for a while now. I'm pretending not to notice.

I know what you mean. He's probably trying to tell someone who's been letting Wolfe participate in the training and watching from above to come down and join him.

When Marito waved at him, he hurriedly thanked him and returned to his pretense.

I'm going to be told something on the way back, oh no.

However, the kind of training I envisioned would be like swinging in a kendo hall.

It is not to be mixed up in such an inhospitable environment and die by accident.

However, it's hard for me not to join the training, because I'll be complaining about it every day.

That's good. It's not a bad thing to train your body and be able to protect yourself to some extent.

I understand that.

"The first step is to use your magic, concentrate it like this.

I knew I couldn't do that when I saw Ilias crushing the stone with his bare hands.

I knew it was no good.

I knew I was screwed when I saw that Wolfe could do it in one shot.

It's not the same as their training when they don't have the magic power to handle it.

If that's the case, why don't you ask Ragdoll to take that into account? Even if it's just a skill, it's worth learning. If you want, I can go with you.

"Yeah, I know. I can see that I'll be forced to join in sooner or later. ...... Haha.

A sigh escaped. I think Ilias is going to have a complicated look at that,......, but what can I do?

At any rate, Ilias would stare at me if I kept looking at him, so I resumed my otherworldly exchange with Marito.

On the way home, I walked with Ilias and Wolfe through the city streets at dusk.

Why don't you join the training?

Ilias gives me a scowl and tells me his dissatisfaction of the day. Well, they do, don't they?

"Marito told me that too. Marito also told me that he can't give you the same amount of time as Wolfe, but he will make time for you.

I know, I know. That's right, your Majesty, you know what you're doing.

He nodded his head happily. If the best man in the country affirms it, so be it.

"Personally, I'd rather learn magic than swordplay.

"Magic. I'm proficient in the basics, so I could teach you.

If you can teach it in a way that a theorist can understand, I'd love to hear it.

"Yes, I can. I'll give you a little magic.

Didn't you hear what I said, you incarnate sensory pragmatist?

Yesterday was a vacation, but today is a day when Dog Bone is open for business. That's why I'm going to Dog Bone.

Welcome!

Saira, the waitress, greets me cheerfully. In this world where most of the essential nutrients can be supplemented by ingredients that contain magical power, salt is a luxury item.

Therefore, in a world where only lightly seasoned dishes are prevalent, the Dog's Bone, which serves salty dishes, is still very popular today.

Unfortunately, however, other restaurants have not yet shown any signs of introducing salt in earnest.

This is because the stock of salt in the country itself is not good.

Although Dog Bone has been able to secure a stock of salt through Mr. Ban, a prominent merchant in the country, other stores have not been able to establish a means of obtaining it.

The amount of salt flowing into the country is expected to steadily increase due to word of mouth, but its widespread use will probably take a little longer.

In the meantime, we must work to lower the price of salt.

Oh, brother, the prototype is ready.

That was the manager, Godz. The dish he served was a noodle dish made by adding noodles made of wheat flour to chicken broth.

I asked him if he could make ramen, and this is what he came up with.

I tried it immediately. The taste of the soup is very good. The lack of dried bonito flakes and kelp soup stock makes it less flavorful, but the vegetables and spices make up for it. However, the noodles are still a dish that makes me feel uncomfortable.

Ilias and Wolfe are eating them with relish. In this world, where chopsticks are not used, it seems a little difficult to eat.

There are spoons and forks available, but it might be better to prepare ...... special forks and spoons.

The hardness of the noodles is enough to match the taste of the people in this country. Now we just need to figure out what to put on top and we can add it to the menu.

"Isn't this enough?

Delicious!

It's standard in Japan to add grilled meat, condiments, vegetables that go well with the soup, and seasoned boiled eggs.

"Hmmm, I see. So this is a complete meal in itself?

That's how it is. There are no business rivals that use salt now, but they will in the future. When that happens, they will start to use the same products. When that happens, it will be a game of ingenuity. It will be easier for you to make a difference by trying different things while you can.

"I see. Then how about we talk to the ladies and change the ingredients every week?

That's a good idea. That's a good idea. It'll give us a chance to hear what the customers think, and we won't get bored.

Godz and I were chatting briefly, but when I heard the ladies calling Godz from the kitchen, he rushed back. I guess this relationship will remain unchanged for the time being.

I thought about talking to Sila, but she would probably be a nuisance in this busy schedule. I'll just check when she's off and invite her to dinner later.

We went home and took turns to take a bath. Normally, I would have to fill up the water, make a fire, and prepare the hot water, but Ilias's excellence saved me from that.

By using magic to store water and start a fire, we can prepare the water several times faster than before.

Although these spells are useless in battle due to the influence of the magic seal stone, they are said to be useful in encampments.

Because of this advantage, many knights are learning basic magic.

For example, if you can easily prepare water to drink, fire to eat food safely, and even bath, hygiene is not a problem.

The Iliad also has a high level of magic. He is a magical metal gorilla.

Incidentally, when Ilias is not around, he boils his own water and wipes himself with a towel.

While Ilias and the others are taking a bath, he arranges his bed. Then they take turns taking a bath to recover from the day's fatigue.

After the bath, I went to the living room to find Ilias alone, polishing his sword.

He too prepared a piece of parchment and a pen and began to work. The light from the magic stone allowed me to see my surroundings, but it was rather dark.

As I thought this, Ilias put some magic power into the magic stone and made the light stronger.

Thank you. ...... Has Wolfe gone to bed yet?

Yeah, he wanted to say goodnight to you, but he fell asleep, so I carried him back to his room.

I'm glad you're enjoying your day. I envy you.

You could sleep just as well if you worked out.

I'd be tempted if you didn't wake up the next day in pain.

You'll have to grow into it.

I don't know how much a grown man can grow when he's not tall anymore.

The two of us spend some time chatting.

In the meantime, Ilias finished cleaning his armor.

"Well, I think I'll go to bed. How long do you plan to stay awake?

"Oh, I'll go to bed when I'm done, but ...... about an hour.

Well, ...... that's about it.

Iliad adjusts the magic power into the magic stone again.

"Well, good night.

"Yeah, good night, Ilias.

Ilias went back to his room. After seeing him off, he resumed his work.

He finished the work in an hour as he had promised.

I wanted to do a little more work, but the magic stone's glow had weakened, so I'll stop here.

I quietly return to my room and sink into my bed.

--Dear acquaintances on Earth. This is how I live my life now.