A Chronicle of Life in a Different World

Having spent the night resting in the castle city of Madalo, Reurus set out from Madalo and resumed their journey as the sun rose.

It has already moved to a position that can be called the south-east of Mataroi, but this is the problem.

Straight south, Rapali is the largest country on the continent, and to the north-east, Berlido, which is second only to Rapali and Mataroi, exists.

At the border of these three countries is the volcano Veos, which is the territory of the Fire Dragon Vanille. To be precise, it is the territory of the Vanier, including the vast forest surrounding the volcano Veos.

Veos Volcano is located almost in the middle of the Caldeba continent and is like a tumor in the eyes from Mataroy and Rapali.

Both Mataroi and Rapali have vast lands and borders, but most of them fall under the Vanier domain.

If there is a war between the two countries, we will have to pass near the territory or enter through the territory of another country in fear of the arrival of the Vanier. However, there will be no such thing as a ruler who prefers the armies of other countries to pass through its territory.

There is no way to form an alliance and pass behind peace, but “such a thing” comes to Mataroi and Rapali as a matter of course. That's why we care about Mataroi's relationship with the countries bordering Rapali.

Whether it's a small country or a large country, that doesn't change. The two countries of Mataroi and Rapali shake hands with a smile on the surface, while the tigers look for a punching gap behind them.

Even if you are not willing to fight, you must be prepared not to expose yourself to beatings. We must develop, maintain, and develop our armies from a daily basis so that they do not become a battle.

Therefore, whether it is the national army or the aristocrats everywhere, we must have some power. Especially the nobles who cross the border are tough, and we must not only defeat monsters and bandits, but also always be prepared for "just in case”.

And in addition to enriching our armaments, we cannot afford to lose our hands on the internal affairs of our territory. It takes money and supplies to train soldiers who are useful in maintaining security but not in terms of productivity, and to prepare them as an army.

Even if we raise soldiers and gather numbers, we now need someone to lead them all together. In this world of magic, there are some who can literally call it a thousand horses, but very few who have such power.

Still, we need to find someone stronger and better at directing than keeping hard-working soldiers.

It is common to find promising people from the territory, train them, and entrust them to the army, as there cannot be enough generals around to lead dozens or even hundreds of soldiers.

A trained soldier, capable of directing it. No matter the number or quality, the armies held by lords everywhere are no match for mere amateurs, bandits, and adventurers.

--And it is a monster named Vaniel who wipes out such an army with a single blow.

"Is it impossible to break through the woods around the volcano Veos?

Therefore, the reaction to the proposal made by Reurus when he left Madalo was dramatic.

"... just to ask, are you insane? If you're tired, I'll turn around and stay one more night in Madalo....."

I don't know what you're talking about, Collard. Ruvillia put her hands on her cheeks in trouble and Anemone shook her head to bear the headache.

"No, I'm just saying it as a suggestion."

The suspicious Reurus waved with a bitter smile.

The Reurus party, which left Madalo, took the route north. They're trying to follow the woods that surround the Veos volcano and cross the Veos volcano to the other side - near the border.

This is because we do not want to step into the territory of the Vanier, but naturally it would take less time to go straight across the territory.

As I had just said, I didn't think Reurus would be acceptable either.

"Hmm... seriously, I'll answer, but that won't be possible. The Fire Dragon also exists, but I hear that there are many monsters of intermediate or higher life around the volcano Veos. Besides, the carriage cannot pass because there is no road in the first place."

"... well, that's right."

Even though they have an escort named Ruvillia, the Reurus are more powerful than they were when they stepped foot in the past. It would be possible to cross if only the Reurus could do so, but there was no other way for the carriage to pass.

"If you're going to commit suicide, I'd like you to do it after this request..."

"I've figured it out, Mr. Anemone. It's a big thorn."

Anemone told me with his eyes that even a madman could see, and Reurus smiled unexpectedly.

"It's a natural reaction, isn't it? Even if the carriage passes, it is no different from suicide, such as stepping into the firedragon's territory. If it's a shallow place in the surrounding woods, you'll get closer to the Veos volcano if you cross it...."

(Vernier's reputation is very high... no, is this natural?)

--The Fire Dragon came to see me last night because he was free.

Such a word came to mind as a Reurus, but if you say it, you're going to be treated like a madman.

From Reurus' point of view, Vannille had the impression that she was a fight-friend and a guardian of Sarah, but she dropped her proposal thinking about Vannille, who said, "I don't care what people do."

"Then we'll have to follow the forest as planned... it seems that there are intermediate or higher monsters around here, so I'll keep my guard tight."

"Please do."

Reurus nodded back to Anemone, who sighed.

― ― However, Reurus and the others never served as escorts.

Nearly a week after leaving Madalo, he was careful not to step into the territory of the Vanier, but neither the monsters nor the bandits attacked him.

There's nothing we can do about the bandits. No matter how many bandits you have become, there is no order to go out of your way to work near the Vanier territory.

If the bandits were active in their territory, Vanier would be happy to see them.

(And then I started trying my arm, and the opponent... it seems impossible.)

With that in mind, Reurus must be alert to his surroundings. Even though Sarah is searching for a heat source, it's no wonder she's pushing in at an incredible rate if it's an intermediate or higher monster.

It was also a hassle to go down the dekoboko road, which is known as the street road. Compared to the streets we've been on, it's poorly maintained, and the carriage frequently jumps when it's possible.

The neighboring lords also believe that it is impossible to clean the streets near the Vanier territory. Or do you think that because of the proximity of the border, there is no need for streets to facilitate enemy marches?

It seems that there were times when vanilla was about to be defeated, so it may have been developed in those times and is now largely abandoned. Several "stations" also existed along the way, but the wooden fence was broken or the empty moat collapsed, and there seemed to be insufficient maintenance.

While paying attention to the distant forest, Reurus pays attention so that he can move to battle at any time. Because of Vanille's proximity to the territory, Collard has a small number of mouths, and the color of fatigue appears on his face. When I looked at it, it looked like Anemone's face was similar.

This trip is not boring. The monsters aren't coming at all, because Eliza's here? Thanks to Dragon Slash? Or is Vaniel doing something? "

Sarah's voice sounds boring in "Idea Call" because there was a distinction that didn't make a sound. Agreeing that there was nothing to do as a revulsion, I thought that the line Vaniel was helping would be thin.

Reurus is the only one who doesn't know, and Collard and the others are working together. No matter what other monsters do, they will not stop.

Speaking of which, when I came here before, I still ran away from the monster... I used Vanilla's claws and scales for the Dragon Slash, and in a way, it might be because of Vanilla.

Still, if you dare to mention the possibility, is it thanks to the 'Dragon Slash' carried by Reurus? The proximity to Vannille's territory makes him shy away from swords made of material from Vanille.

"Lord Collard, it's about time....."

That's how Reus talks to Sarah, and Anemone leaks an uneasy voice. The gaze was on the carriage - precisely on Ruvillia, who was resting in the carriage.

It's a journey that even Collard and Anemone are tired of. Ruvillia's health was running low, followed by less healthy Eliza taking a break to take care of her in the carriage.

"It should be close to the border... and we'll be in La Paris soon. I'm sorry, but Ruvillia-sama will have to put up with it until then."

Collard thinks to look farther away, saying that he is certain of something. From Reurus, the only road ahead is still a lonely street, and all we know is that trees grow everywhere.

(Is there a landmark just because I don't know?

Though I look around unexpectedly when I hear Collard's words, there is nothing to be understood immediately. As she leaned her neck, Sarah received another "thought call."

Meer has been whispering, but the number of trees growing near the road is regular. I don't know what that means. "

That said, Reus turned to Sarah, and Meer leaned beside Sarah. Apparently, I had some doubts about Reurus' behavior.

I see... Speaking of which, when we first met, we made our own Lost Forest

After listening to Meer's words, I noticed the trees growing near the street, but I can't read the regularity. Still, Reus was convinced and impressed that it would be more so than Meer had affirmed.

"Reurus, be careful as we get closer to the border with Rapali. We will now act not as knights or adventurers, but as spirituals and spiritual guests."

Collard calls attention as he counts the trees that grow on the side of the street. That's why Reurus nodded a lot.

"I see. We'll be careful."

"Hmm... I'll take care of the La Paris soldiers when they drop by, but I'm sure they'll shake things up with you. Then we'll make it work."

"You're going to play a pious spiritualist who travels in search of the Spirit's 'Altar'... I think we should imitate Jilba."

It would be impossible to imitate Jilba's “piety”, but imagine what Jilba might say, and it would pass as an enthusiastic spirit.

"That's right... that's right... no, um, that's right... that's right, yeah"

But Collard was distracted. Did you think it was impossible to trace Zilba's thoughts and answer them, even though it was Collard?

Reurus smiled bitterly at Collard's reaction and turned his gaze to the surroundings again to be vigilant.

"... that?

And unexpectedly, he finds an anomaly in the distance and speaks up. It's farther than Sarah's 'Heat Source Sensing' range, and even Reurus' vision is faint.

"What's wrong with you?

In response to Reurus' voice, Collard stopped the carriage. Meanwhile, Reurus narrowed his eyes and gazed and murmured.

"Beyond the path we're on... is there something burning?

A slight but visible reflection of Reurus.

It was white smoke that stood up to pull the thread.