Chapter 40
Chapter 40: Towards Zeke!
I called Klatsch and the others to confirm the process of becoming friends.
"Yes, we were told that if we create satisfactory sculptures, we should contact the village chief."
...I vaguely remember saying something like that.
I don't understand why I said such a thing.
Anyway, let me correct myself.
"Sorry about that. Just let me know directly, and make sure to add me as a friend. Same goes for you, Lloyd!"
"Yes, thank you very much!"
Both Lloyd and Klatsch happily added me as their friend.
I'm also very happy about it.
Klatsch showed me the sculpture he carved, and it turned out really well.
However, I told him to keep striving because it hasn't surpassed the level of a hobby yet.
"Yes, I will definitely carve something that will satisfy you!"
His passion for carving hasn't faded.
In the distance, I saw Liz and Shiz, the elderly couple they mentioned taking care of.
Are they the elderly couple they mentioned?
"Liz, Shiz!"
I called out to them and approached.
"Well, well, if it isn't Takuto-sama."
The elderly couple greeted me.
"You shouldn't use 'sama' for an old man like me."
"That's right, it's 'Takuto-dono' for you, grandpa."
"Ah, yes. I apologize, Takuto-sama."
"Grandpa, you're not better yet."
Riz gently scolded with a smile. Did the two of them want to build a family relationship like this?
As for the customs of Riz's village, it's not my place to say anything about it. There are probably still many children in this world who are in similar circumstances as Riz.
After that, I became friends with Shizu and Riz by adding them to my party.
Fran bid farewell to her family and friends, while Marie said goodbye to the villagers who had taken care of her. Parting was indeed sad, as both of them shed tears.
For now, we kept the fact of [Transfer] hidden from the villagers and left the village together.
"Are you really okay with this?"
I confirmed their final intentions. Both of them nodded and looked at me with serious eyes. Their determination seemed firm.
"Well then, before we go, let's add each other as friends!"
"Huh?"
"Yes, please!"
Although they seemed puzzled by the sudden friend request after being in a strong mood to go, they obediently accepted.
"Let's go!"
Using [Transfer], we moved swiftly next to Zeke.
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"That's amazing!"
Fran was amazed at Zeke's castle walls, although it was from a distance. It would be a sight she would never see if she spent her whole life in the village.
"If you're amazed by this, you'll die when you see the capital!"
Marie laughed and spoke to the bewildered Fran.
"Is the capital even more incredible?"
"Oh yes, it's at least five times bigger than this."
"What?!"
Considering it's the capital, it must be the largest city in the country. According to [Omniscience], Zeke is apparently a defensive city.
"Master, I will hide in the shadows. Please take care."
"I'll disappear as well."
Kuro and Shiro said so and concealed themselves. Well then, let's head to the defensive city of Zeke!