A Chronicle of Life in a Different World

"Blood suckers.... hey"

Natalia's voice was a few steps lower than usual and sharp as a blade. At the same time, Reurus remembers the chilly chill on his neck and holds the dagger unconsciously.

It was Natalia, who still had a fantastic atmosphere, but at this time it was a revulsion that felt a dangerous atmosphere that resembled killing rather than color.

"Is that the girl that the boy recommended?

"Eh... that's Tony. You're so quick."

Looks like we already have information on Eliza. Tony is the gatekeeper and Natalia is the receptionist of the Adventurers' Association. If Reurus had time to eat with Eliza, it would be easier to share information.

Reurus hurriedly let go when he realized that he was holding the handle of the dagger. Natalia turned around the smoke tube she had in her hand to see if she cared about Reurus' behavior.

"Does the boy know anything about subhumans?

"... subhuman?

In response to Natalia's question, Reurus leaned his neck. I understood the meaning of the word itself, but nothing caught in my memory. Therefore, when Natalia shakes her neck, she explains the lecture.

"Typical of them are elves and dwarfs... a species close to people, but classified as monsters."

Elves and dwarves? Speaking of which, Esther also told me about Elves and Dwarves. Kimaira was like that, but I feel uncomfortable seeing a word that sounds familiar....)

Elves and dwarves. It was a word that also sounded familiar to Reurus. It must have been a major presence in the fantasy world, even in the games we played in the previous life.

Of course, it is possible that elves and dwarves in this world are different from what Reurus knows.

"A monster who looks closer to people... maybe I've seen him before?

I may have met a stranger in the fifteen years since I was born into this world without knowing it. That was the idea of Reurus, but Natalia shook her neck.

"Just because you're close, you can mostly say you're subhuman just by appearance. Elves have long ears, dwarfs have small ears when they're adults... and demons with horns on their heads are easy to spot."

It was a brief explanation, but Reurus understood it. Especially demons are familiar in Japan, where they lived in the previous life.

"Blood suckers... well, think of them as a kind of subhuman. But it was more human in nature than monsters, and in some places it wasn't included in subhumans."

"... isn't that better being human now?

At least until Eliza got her name on it, she looked just like a girl. Regardless of what they say about subhuman people, Reus thinks it would be better to be human if they were not so different from human beings and could not be distinguished.

"That's right... but there's something unusual about bloodsucking species. I still have to see it as a subhuman."

Characteristics not found in humans, but only in bloodsucking species. That would be as the name suggests.

"I can smoke the blood of others"... that's what makes me a bloodsucker.

(That's all I'm asking. It's a vampire.)

Natalia's words seeped into disgust. When he heard that, Reus raised his eyebrows.

"Characteristics mean something, don't they? I don't suppose they suck blood and nourish it."

Eliza was eating Dominique's dishes in a delicious way. At least you're not alive just by sucking blood.

"I mean, if you just suck blood, I can do it, too, right? Previously, I ate the monster I hunted raw. Whether there's blood dripping on the raw meat or not, I can eat it all up..."

In the first place, even if Reurus told me that I could suck blood, I had to say, "What's wrong with that?" I really didn't want to eat human beings or suck blood, but it wasn't an environment where I could choose food from what I was born into.

Whatever kind of monster you are eating - whether raw or burned, poisoned or not - I feel that there are many problems. Still, it's much better than starving, and I'm not going to change it in the future.

When Reurus compared himself to Eliza, the bloodsucking species, he thought it was obvious which was the fuss. Again, I'm not really ready to eat humans.

"... the boy should have a more decent diet. I'm at Dominic's, and I'm sure there's nothing to worry about."

"If you have something to eat, don't miss it." So what happens when a bloodsucker sucks blood? You don't make a blood-sucking species out of a blood-sucking person, do you?

Reuses that fix topics that have shifted themselves. Natalia sighs stunnedly, putting her smoke pipe on her desk and sticking her cheek.

"I'm not familiar with it, but I've never heard of it. However, you can gain magic by sucking human blood... that's the blood sucker. Doesn't the boy shy away?

…… No, if you say that, I'm no different than a bloodsucker..... "

I'm not sure, but I'm converting what I ate with Reurus into magic. There is no big difference between smoking blood and breathing. Rather, it seemed that the nature of the meat eaten was poor, whether it was blood or meat because of the swelling of the stomach, and whether it was the root of the tree at the end of the sentence.

"Do you smoke blood? Don't you think that's creepy?

Natalia talks repeatedly to remind her, but Reurus's answer remains the same.

"If you were an adventurer, you wouldn't want to see blood. There's a big difference between bleeding and smoking... well, I don't think it's a reason for adventurers to shy away..."

While saying that, there was something behind Reurus' brain.

Not only in Japan in the previous life, but also in various foreign countries, blood may be avoided. The name varies from place to place, but it's "filthy.”

(I wonder... is religion involved? Buddhism, Shinto? Christianity?)

I'm not really familiar with it, and the memories of my previous life are worn out. As soon as you give up your memories, you turn around the resources of your thoughts to understand Natalia's words.

(It's good to kill monsters and see blood, but not between humans... no, can't bloodsucking species suck blood from humans? I remember hearing that some people didn't like to be transfused with other people's blood in their previous lives....)

Is it Natalia's personal feeling, or is it the “common sense” of people living in this world? As far as Natalia's reaction was concerned, the latter seemed likely, but Reurus had no intention of agreeing with it.

"I'm sorry, but I understand your point, but I'm not convinced. I grew up as a serf in a fucking village. If you say blood is dirty, you can't bury a dead kid in a situation like yours."

That reminds Reurus of the days he spent in Shena Village.

Agricultural work was physically harsh, but sometimes the burial of "forced” bodies was spiritually harsh. It is also difficult to fill your tongue with helplessness when you bury a child younger than yourself and under the age of five.

I didn't abandon it, but I was desperate to live without the help of Reurus and my parents. There are orders from the top of the village, but there are also feelings that I wanted to mourn them or them.

Reus self-analyzed whether Eliza's frightened expression and blurred sword flashes were caused by memories around her.

How many cried, despaired, and finally buried young children who died of starvation or overwork? The number of children buried before they were sold out as slaves was countless, at least with the fingers of both hands.

The fact that Eliza had similar expressions to “them” caught her - feelings and thoughts that were unnecessary now.

Reurus focuses attention on Natalia's words, but Reurus was convinced that there might be a way to avoid it because blood is filthy. If you're not willing to deny Natalia, you don't have to get caught up in the idea.

"Does a bloodsucking species have to suck blood to live? Are you going to die if you don't take blood, or are you going to run wild in search of blood?

"I don't remember hearing that. However, it is said that blood suckers who have gained magic from human blood manipulate powerful magic… I have heard that some blood suckers used to" collect too much blood ”to strengthen their power and destroy one town."

Apparently there was a noisy bloodsucker in the past. That would be a reason to avoid the bloodsucking species, but as for the revulsion, it still didn't come out. I can still understand what Natalia is watching out for.

"I see... it could be dangerous, and we can't just accept it in this town."

"That's what it is. But the kid gave me a letter of recommendation... can I be held responsible if something happens?

Reurus roars with his arms to Natalia, who comes to blame for Reurus' actions.

Eliza doesn't seem like a dangerous monster, as Natalia says. Of course, there was also the possibility of acting, but the reaction that was shown when the Reurus was slashed was natural. If that had been an act, it would have been the earliest time for Reurus.

And I wonder if Natalia's responsibility is to take care of it herself. If Eliza was hiding her dangerous nature, she was asking if she could fight with her own hands.

"For the record, blood suckers aren't immortal monsters, are they? You're not turning into another creature, are you? You can't manipulate someone you've seen, increase your life by the number of people you've killed, or die in pieces, right?

"You seem to be worried about ridiculous things, but in the village where the boy lived, was that what blood suckers were supposed to be? If I had that power, I'd be overflowing with bloodsuckers by now."

Natalia dismissed Reurus' concerns, even though she had confirmed it with Eliza. The existence of a bloodsucking species does not seem to be such a monster.

"It's my responsibility...."

But the word "responsibility" caught my eye. As a former Japanese, it is a word that I would like to distract a little, but I don't think I can do it in the current situation.

"I accept this town because of the boy's recommendation... that's fine. I gave the kid a letter of recommendation, and that's how he was accepted. But the boy and the bloodsucking girl are far too different."

- The situation is too different.

Reurus leaned his neck to the word. As far as Reurus can see, what stands out apart from the difference between a bloodsucking species and a human is about gender.

"Where did the bloodsucking child come from?

"... Harrist Country? That sounds like it."

However, I am convinced by Natalia's question that followed.

"Harrist country? It'll take more than a month to get there on foot from the abandoned city of Laval. Besides, to get here, we have to cross the country one by one... what are you doing here on purpose?

"He said he ran away...."

"Evidence that the story is true?

I don't think so.

The point is, unlike Reurus, we can't verify our identity.

In the case of Reurus, Natalia confirmed the fact that he was sold as a slave by the village of Shena. Reurus himself had “many” strange points, but it was judged that he was not lying.

In Eliza's case, it is nearly impossible to confirm compared to such a revulsion. If Natalia's words were true, Eliza would have come from a far away country.

The village of Shena, where Reurus was located, was about two days' walk away and it was easy to get confirmation. Eliza's story has no credibility beyond that.

"But, Mr Kanji. If you're telling a lie, don't you think you're gonna tell a better lie?

I understand what Natalia is trying to say, but Reurus thinks it's unlikely that Eliza is lying. It's the same in that we can't confirm it, but it should be easier to believe that we're getting away a little closer.

In the first place, what should I do if I tell a lie? There's nothing good about fooling Reurus, and Laval Waste City is a place to be abandoned if powerful monsters emerge.

Whether you suspect Eliza as a spy elsewhere, like Reurus once suspected, you don't need to name her a bloodsucker. The evil never stood out, as the Reurus, who mistakenly thought it was a vampire, had been slashed.

"I see. But let me guess... I can't discard the possibility."

"If you say that, you can't believe anything."

You can doubt as much as you want. Natalia laughs at Reurus's words, throwing up, wondering if she understands it.

"Well then... you know what to do?

Natalia's expression was a terribly glossy smile. Reurus felt the cold running in his spine, but tried to pretend he didn't notice.

"I brought him here. I'll take good care of Eliza.

"Fufufu... yes, the boy is a member of this Adventurers Association. You have to take good care of me... right?

Reurus clashed with Natalia. Reurus glanced sharply and Natalia smiled deeply.

And then you can turn your eyes for a few seconds. It was Reurus that broke first.

"I didn't think I was going anywhere else, so let me recommend working in this town. I felt the magic, so maybe I can use it, and I'll register you as an adventurer and keep an eye on you for the time being... so what?

Keep an eye on surveillance not only as a realuse, but also as an adventurer association. That way, we can deal with anything right away. That was the idea of Reurus, but Natalia put her hand on her cheek with a smile.

"Accepting people from other countries is a problem in itself... well,“ that's fine. ”As far as I'm concerned, there's probably no problem."

"... Mr...?

Hearing the murmuring voice of the second half, Reurus looked suspicious. Natalia laughs deeply at such a revulsion and makes fun of it.

"Nothing... she's young, isn't she? You can't even work as a whore.

"I'm a young kid... and I've lost weight."

Reurus lifts his age on the shelf and squeezes his shoulders as if stunned.

I don't know whether Natalia is joking or serious. If he did, he decided it would be troublesome, and Reurus turned his back instead of saying that this was the end of the story.

"Let me hear one last thing. Why would a kid put that on his shoulder?

Stopping to the question, Reurus looks over his shoulder.

"Didn't I tell you... that I ran away with my life, but I almost killed him by mistake. You need to make amends for that, right? I mean, you owe me."

"That sounds like a boy... bring him in first."

Has Natalia been convinced of why she brought Eliza here? Natalia leaves Reurus alone. Everyone in the abandoned city of Laval knew that Reurus owed Dominic a debt of gratitude and stood up to Kimira not to let Dominic die.

If such a revus owes, it will convince me in the approximate case.

Natalia didn't say anything more because she knew it, and Reurus left the Adventurers Association without saying anything more. We have to bring Eliza herself.

"But... it's tough talking one-on-one with you."

Outside the Adventurers' Union, Reurus drops his shoulders recalling Natalia's expression.

When Eliza woke up, there would be a “hearing," but she couldn't expect a slack.

After leaving the Adventurers' Union, Reurus returns to Dominic's restaurant at his feet. And after calling Dominic and Corona, he gently opened the door of the storage room, which was his earliest room.

(Are you asleep...)

Eliza remained asleep in her handmade straw bed. The sleep is deep, and you won't wake up in a noisy place.

That's what I was when I got to the abandoned city of Laval. Reurus closed the door with a bitter smile inside and looked back with a sign behind him.

"Mr. Reurus, the girl just now....."

Looking back, Corona was ahead. She didn't show up when she brought Eliza for dinner, but she was probably upstairs. She had a worrying look on Eliza's sleeping face.

"Sleep tight. I know I've been there before, but I'm sure I won't get up till tomorrow morning."

Nearly a month has passed since Reurus came to the abandoned city of Laval, but the fatigue that has accumulated over the years is still alive. The effect is that once you sleep, you fall asleep and it doesn't usually happen.

Eliza clattered and laughed at Corona, who still looked worried.

"Probably in a similar situation to mine... but I'll bother you a little, so please mind your own business.

"I don't mind that...."

Corona stares at Reurus without saying anything. Reurus looked at the corona strangely and leaned his neck.

"What do you got?... ah, I'll pay for Eliza's accommodation."

After a few seconds, I clap my hands as if I had scored. In exchange for being allowed to sleep in a storage facility, Reurus pays for food, including accommodation, but if the number of people staying increases, we should give more money.

"No, you know, Eliza-chan...? If the child is using Reurus' bed, where will Reurus sleep?

But that's not what Corona was worried about. With Reurus' bed occupied, Reurus himself seemed to wonder where he would sleep.

"... you can sleep anywhere with a roof, and there's no problem."

Honestly, I didn't think about it at all. However, I blame myself for being honest, and Reurus laughs and tries to flush it.

"Would you like to use your mother's room? I'm sorry for letting you sleep in the storage room...."

"No, that's quite right....."

If you were stunned by the effects of fighting Kimira, you wouldn't normally step into Dominic's or Corona's living space. It was very disturbing to use Dominic's wife and Corona's mother's room.

In addition, Corona is an old daughter. I am worried that the appearance alone will lead to a revulsion close to the same age, which may be a lack of vigilance.

A man is a wolf. Including the previous life, Corona is too worried because of her daughter's age from Reurus, who is nearly forty years old.

"Don't worry about it. If Mr. Reurus uses it, my mother will forgive me."

That's how Corona smiles deeply. The smiled Reurus shook his head sideways whispering, "It's still an angel."

"There are a lot of things I think, but you also told me to keep an eye on Eliza. I'm going to sleep in the storage."

The storage is small, so you won't be able to lie down and sleep. Reurus still thought it was good enough to sit on the floor and sleep with his back against the wall.

It also meant surveillance of Eliza. Corona, who took on the will of Reurus, looked worried, but she pulled back honestly.