Chapter 146 (1/2)

I brought the basilisk back to the village.

As my magic storehouse is at full capacity, I was forced to have to drag it back to town.

zuur zuur zuur zuur

When the massive snake was brought to the village square, the children watched with wide eyes.

According to Itsuki, the basilisk is not poisonous and its meat is delicious. The skin can be processed, and the fangs and bones can be used in many ways.

Itsuki stepped forward and attracted the attention of the villagers.

”The basilisk has been eliminated. Now everyone in this village will be able to live in peace again. Also, tonight we will have our first feast in a long time, so whoever is available, please help prepare the food.”

Itsuki looked at me as if trying to say; ”follow me.”

He still wants to talk.

I told Kaede and Frau to go home.

As we walked deeper into the village, Itsuki looked around.

”I know it's late for this, but I want to thank you for everything you did.”

”There's no need to thank me.”

”No, I have to, because without you, slaying the basilisk would have been an almost impossible thing to do. Besides, you have extraordinary power, as well as the strength of a majestic wolf-warrior.”

”Y-Yes...”

Perhaps ”wolf” is a compliment to them. I've never been used to compliments. I think it's because I hardly ever received any, so this is new to me.

”May I ask who you are?”

”I'm just an ordinary warrior.”

”You don't have to hide it. Are you the hero of some country?”

”No.”

”Trust me, I'll keep it a secret.”

Itsuki nodded his head, as if he understood everything.

I don't know what he expects me to tell him. I'm just an ordinary warrior.

”By the way, today the White Wolf God's messenger came. Have you made any progress? There's still time before the banquet, if there's anything bothering you, don't hesitate to tell me.”

”Yes, everything is in order.”

”Are you sure? I can't wait to hear your performance.”

I think I should rehearse a bit. Depending on Itsuki's reaction, it will be decided if we can see the White Wolf God.

”Actually, I could use some help.”

”Okay, I'll help you.”

The sun began to set and gradually night embraced the sky.

One after another, people gathered in the banquet hall at the back of the village.

A bonfire was lit and dishes made from the basilisk's corpse were served.

Two large stone statues of wolves were placed facing each other in the hall, and further inside was a hut with an unusual design.

I wondered if it was some sort of temple dedicated to the White Wolf.

The inhabitants prayed in the hut before eating.

I looked around and searched for the White Wolf's messenger.

”I don't see anyone new here.”

”Uh, I'm starting to get nervous.”

”Me too. I've never done anything like this in front of so many people.”

”Kyu~”

”You'll do well. Itsuki already praised you.”

Kaede and Frau were nervous. I don't blame them, there are almost a thousand people present.

It's natural to feel uncomfortable when you know everyone is looking at you.

Even though I look calm, my hands won't stop sweating.

Agh, I'm starting to feel like running away.

I hate doing this, I don't like drawing attention to myself. Please give me a break.

Itsuki, dressed as a priest, appears in the hallway and knelt in front of the hut.

”White Wolf God, we thank you for giving us the opportunity to enjoy a great feast and live another day. Please listen to our guest's song.”

The two stone statues glowed slightly.

All the people kneel and bow their heads in unison.

In addition, Itsuki lets out a howl, and the inhabitants also direct several howls towards the sky where the full moon is shining.

After that, the light from the stone statues disappeared.

”Everything is ready now. Please, you may begin.”

”What about the messenger? He hasn't arrived yet.”

”Don't worry, he's already here.”

I glanced around the place again. But again, I didn't see anyone new.

Does that mean he's watching us from afar?

We go up to the stage and each take an instrument.

Kaede will play the flute, Panda the drum, Frau will sing and I will play the guitar.

I activate my imitator and copy Itsuki's musical skills.

In addition, I activate my newly acquired job, [Illusionist].

I lightly touched the strings.

This was the signal for Panda to hit the drum with the stick in his mouth.

Taking advantage of the rhythm, I played the guitar vigorously.

The soothing sound of Kaede's flute joined the tune, making the melody more harmonious.

”They're small breasts, but I don't know if that's bad or what's really stuck in my chest ♪ It doesn't matter if they swell or deflate ♪ But I wouldn't mind if they had more weight♪ Times can't catch up with these small breasts ♪”

I played the guitar madly to the sound of Frau's singing.

The sound was a shriek and a pop inside me.

With a snap, the performance ends.