Chapter 114 (2/2)
”We understand that you don't want money, but isn't there something else you wish for? Anything.”
”So, is it possible that you could supply us some food and water on a regular basis?”
I opened the map and kept talking.
”I would like you to use one of your ships to deliver supplies to the people on the coast that is located here, it would be great if you could do it once a month.”
”The Dead Forest coast?”
”Yes, I would like your help with this request. Of course, if it is something that might be too difficult for you, you are free to turn it down. I just need those people to receive a steady supply of food and water for a while.”
”I see... Okay, I'm willing to do that.”
This will finally allow the research team to do a decent job.
I'm sure we'll make a lot of progress when the Sinus territory and the research team can interact.
”But it's still not enough. It's not enough to have saved the lives of my daughter and my wife. If you don't mind, I'd like to ask you to wait a little longer. I'll be sure to return the favor to your satisfaction.”
”Really, that's not necessary.”
”Please, I insist.”
The marquis' words were so firm that they made me nervous.
With that intimidating aura around him, there was no way I could refuse.
Frau sprinkles some fairy dust around us and we take to the skies.
It's been a few days since I've come to this city.
I've been to most of the places I could visit.
And we still had one last stop left to see, and it was up there.
I flew vertically and aimed at the top of the giant sword.
Gently, lowered my foot to the edge of the huge sword.
Woooosh
The smell of the tide reached us with the wind.
In front of our eyes, we could see the vast ocean.
We sat on the edge and took in the scenery.
”There's our island.”
”Do you miss it?”
”It hasn't been long enough for me to miss home. I'm excited about all the things we'll find.”
”Me too.”
When Kaede approaches, I put my hand on her shoulder.
Her fox ears droop and her expression becomes happy.
”Kaede, stop cheating! Frau wants some too!”
”Okay, fine.”
I put my arm around Frau, which was easy since she was in her human size.
”Kyu!”
Panda flew above my head.
It was a very pretty sight.
Once we get off of here, we won't be seeing the ocean for a while.
I have to engrave this image well in my memory.
”We won't see Monica again, right?”
”Exactly. I asked her if she wanted to join us, but she declined because she wanted to spend time with her mother.”
Besides, Monica wanted to volunteer to be the mediator between the research team and the city.
I'm sure everyone on the coast will be relieved to have contact with someone who is already known by us.
The next day, we met up with the Behemoths and said goodbye to Monica.
”I will miss you. I'd like to see you again.”
”We will definitely come back.”
”Take care of yourself, Monica.”
”You too, best of luck.”
I shook hands with Monica.
The Marquis de Birfleur is also here.
He handed me a necklace.
The decoration was engraved with what looked like a family crest depicting a carved shark and anchor.
”This is an item that we at Bilfrel only give to those we trust. If you wear it, you will be treated as one of our own.”
”Is it like I'm part of your household?”
”In a way, yes. I am ashamed to say that this country does not regard humans in the same way as elves. The days ahead will be difficult for you.”
”I see, thank you very much.”
”This is nothing compared to what you have done for me. Toru-Dono, since you are heading to the capital, this item I have bestowed upon you will open many doors for you.” I also shook hands with the Marquis de Birfleur.
”See you later.”
”Goodbye, Monica.”
”Goodbye!”
”Kyui!”
The Behemoths that were waiting for us in the bushes jumped out of them.
They stood on two legs, and said goodbye to Monica.
The Marquis de Birfleur froze with his mouth open.
We are now heading for the royal capital.
It is the center of the Kingdom of Petardaus.
They say there is someone there who knows about dragon folk.
”Gugaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!”
”Goooooooooooooo!”
”Guruga! Gururu!”
The three beasts run ferociously down the road.
People who crossed our path screamed in fear.