For People Who Are In The World

Chapter 25's

The people spirit village was one of the many groups belonging to the country consisting of therianthropes [1], dwarves, and elves.

　

　

The human race brutally expanded its influence by taking advantage of the Demon-God war that took place over 1000 years ago. Lamenting the conflict against the human race, the spirit village of people withdrew deep into the primeval forest and severed all contact with the outside world. There they spent 1000 endless years in isolation cultivating their own culture and development.

　

　

Although the population of the people spirit village could not compare to the human race, in the fields of agriculture, industrial power, medicine, and architecture, they far surpassed the human race in every area of expertise.

　

　

The area that contributed the most in spearheading such progress was spirit arts.

　

　

Thus, the accumulation of their knowledge brought about a longer life expectancy when compared to the human race.

　

　

Although Rio was amazed by the frame of their magic tools and hand craftsmanship, he received the biggest shock from their food and bath culture.

　

　

First, the spirit village people were obsessed with cleanliness. Because they can freely produce hot water, Japanese-style baths were built.

　

　

Rio, who survived with the bathtub (buckles) until now, cried and made full use of the baths every day.

　

　

Moreover, the spirit village of the person was like a treasure trove of cooking ingredients to Rio.

　

　

With a large selection of materials, and by managing the land with spirit arts, all the harvested plants had outstanding qualities.

　

　

Not to mention that plants could not be grown in the territory of the human race. Even if they compared identical plants, the quality of the plants growing in the human region paled in comparison.

　

　

There are many dishes unique to the spirit village of people. However, when asking for teachings from the elders, Rio kept racking his brain to try to reproduce a large number of dishes from his previous life regardless of their culture [2].

　

　

Rio was originally staying in the guest room of the governing body Serei no Tami. However Rio accepted the offer to move to Arthura's house along with Latifa after deciding to settle down well in the village.

　

　

Due to the petition by Latifa, who was used to cooking Rio, and the generosity of the Arthura family, it was decided that Rio would be in charge of cooking.

　

　

Alma, Sara, and Oufia are often guests after being invited to dinner by Latifa and lured by Rio cuisine.

　

　

Rio started to offer his cooking as a gift and the number of people who realized his cooking increased. News of the mysterious unknown recipe even Serei no Tami began to spread like wildfire.

　

　

Before long, the majority of the people's spirit villages, including those who previously avoided contact with Rio, caught the breeze of Rio's cooking.

　

　

Rio saw it as a good opportunity for Latifa to get acquainted with the people from the village and to allow her to enjoy the dishes of her past life even after she left the village. Plagued by Latifa, he applied to Arthura to regularly hold cooking classes.

　

　

After that, on condition that it was only limited to the families of the older board members, she was allowed to conduct experimental cooking classes. [TL: The old fox ...].

　

　

On the day the first cooking class was held, many women of the village spirit people gathered in a large kitchen that was usually reserved for the festival.

　

　

They were the women of the upper echelon of the spirit village of people.

　

　

「Nation is a material that can be presented in various ways. As you already know, short grains are suitable for steaming and cooking while long grains are more suitable for boiling. However, this difference does not always apply. 」[3]

　

　

Due to finding rice in the spirit village of people, Rio decided to start with rice dishes for his first cooking class.

Rio was standing in the kitchen surrounded by the spirit village women people, among them, he could see the figures of Latifa, Sara, Alma, and Oufia.

　

　

"There is a rice dish where the choice between short and long wheat is not a problem. Now, I will explain how this dish is made. Depending on the seasoning and ingredients you use, you'll need to adjust the way you cook." Your rice is appropriate. "

　

　

To the women, Rio explained the cooking method in the language of the spirit village of people.

　

　

"So, with that in mind, I intend to make a dish called omelette rice today. You can use any type of rice you like, whether it is short or long. The minimum ingredients needed for this dish are onions [tamanegi], Salt, pepper, and a home-made spice called tomato sauce. Also, butter is needed to further enhance its taste. Next You can also add other toppings such as peas, ham, mushrooms, and so on as you wish.

　

　

The ingredients needed to make an omelet rice are set on the kitchen table.

　

　

'' Then, let's start cooking at once. The typical way is first of all, prepare rice called butter rice. ''

　

　

Rio taught them how to prepare butter rice.

　

　

Since the spirit village people also knew how to add flavor to the white rice, they did not seem to be surprised at that.

　

　

`Frying butter rice with tomato sauce will make chicken rice which will be the base of omelet rice. But, buttered rice can also be turned into a different dish, called pilaf, by cooking it with different spices. You can enjoy this pilaf rice with different sauces and sauces added above. I'll save the dish for future classes. "

　

　

The women raised amazed voices at the various uses of butter rice.

　

　

It may be some sort of instinct for women, but they wouldn't mind working harder if it meant being able to prepare a variety of dishes for their husbands and children.

　

　

"While waiting for the butter rice to be cooked, we will prepare the ketchup. The ingredients we need are tomatoes, onions [tamanegi], garlic, sugar, salt, pepper, bay leaves, cayenne pepper, consomme, and cinnamon. . "

　

　

Glancing at the necessary ingredients arranged on the table, he skillfully began preparing the ketchup while explaining the required quantities and procedures.

　

　

"Tomato luster is very flexible as it can be used in a variety of dishes. Since it can be maintained for a long time, it will be easier to prepare some predecessors and keep them."

　

　

While waiting for the butter rice to finish cooking, Rio answered the questions from the women gathered.

　

　

"The butter rice will be finished cooking. We'll start preparing the omelet by hitting and frying the egg. The omelet rice will be finished after wrapping the chicken rice inside the omelet. Speaking of that, chicken rice can also be served by itself as its own dish. "

　

　

Rio skillfully used the skillet and spatula to cook the chicken rice and then made a gently cooked omelet. The omelet rice was completed by skillfully wrapping the chicken rice in a gently cooked omelet.

　

　

"This is what is commonly called omurice [4]., various sauces can be added to make different arrangements. Well then, everyone please taste this dish."

　

　

Due to the aroma released during the cooking process, the tastes of the women were stimulated to the point that they stared at the dish [and Rio] like a pack of hungry wolves [5].

　

　

When Rio gave the signal to start taking samples, regardless of their proper manners, the female spoons were competing against each other fiercely for the help of the larger omelet rice [6].

　

　

When the soft cooked omelet, which serves as a covering, is torn, a tantalizing aroma permeates the entire room.

　

　

The plates were emptied in an instant. Although [7] it was a larger portion than usual, Rio had made enough so that nothing was wasted.

　

　

Maybe each of them got a bite.

　

　

All the women took turns looking between their scoops and the now-empty dishes as if they were regretting something.

　

　

"Is it to your liking?"

Rio asked those women with A COMPLETE SMILE after witnessing their spirit. [8]

　

　

The women slightly blushed when they realized that Rio was teasing them.

　

　

"I've taught you how to make the right omelette rice today, but you can also use cold rice if you're pressed for time or just have cold rice. Note that it will have a lower flavor compared to using butter rice. Omelette rice can also be prepared by simply wrapping white rice mixed with tomato sauce in a cooked omelet. Well, let's all try to make it ourselves.

　

　

The women were separated into predetermined groups and started cooking.

　

　

The group of girls of the same generation consisting of Alma, Oufia, Sara, and Latifa, also challenged themselves to make omelet rice.

　

　

As the women were cooking, Rio answered the question that came up when they were unclear about part of the procedure.

　

　

"It seems that some groups have successfully finished preparing omelet rice. Those who are done can go ahead and help yourself to your meal. Also, as today's lesson has concluded, please clean your area and keep all kitchen utensils that you have used back to the appropriate location after you have finished eating. Thank you for your hard work. "

　

　

—-

　

　

　

　

Only welcomed by Latifa and the group of girls.

　

　

"Is this really okay? Didn't I just make everyone feel calm— ………."

　

　

For some reason everyone wants to eat omelette rice together with him. Rio, who was surrounded by dozens of girls from different tribes, indicated that being nearby would only cause discomfort to them.

　

　

Because he is a human race.

　

　

Don't they have a little fear [because I'm a human being]? Rio kept this kind of worry.

　

　

"Don't say something like that. Latifa put her heart into cooking this for you. Is it just right for onii-chan [9] to eat a handmade dish made by his imouto [10]?"

　

　

A pair of older girls intervened when they saw him being distracted by the current situation.

　

　

Their age is about 16 ~ 17 years.

　

　

"In addition, it has been almost a year since Rio-dono started living in the village right? But it is rare for you to interact with others in the village. We've also been uncomfortable all along, you know."

　

　

"How much information about me has spread to everyone?"

　

　

'' We have heard various things about you from Oufia-sama\, Alma-sama\, Sara-sama\, and Latifa. You are politely\, clever too because you have memorized the language of the spirit village person \, and more than that\, also quite handsome. Your martial arts talent is on par with Uzuma-ane [11]\, a brilliant spirit arts user who has surpassed even Oufia-sama\, binding into a contract with a mysterious spirit. Next\, what an amazing cook! There's no way we won't recognize you. "(TL: Is it just me or the girls talking about some sort of perfect guy. Just need to add that he is the crown prince of a certain kingdom\, then he will be the perfect husband candidate ] [ED2: It would be nice if he could learn how to use the point ..]

　

　

"A — Anya-san!"

　

　

The talking canary (Sara and co) raised a surprised voice in haste.

　

　

Since the image they held of Rio was revealed, it was only natural that they were confused.

　

　

"I'm glad to hear it, even if it's just flattery."

　

　

Rio was being humble to ward off the words of the girl named Anya.

　

　

"That's not flattery. I heard the human race mature quickly due to its shorter lifespan but, you are too humble. Whoever saw you in cooking class today must have given you a high evaluation. No one is narrow-minded to lower their evaluation of you simply because you are a human being. Isn't that right, everyone? ''

Ignoring Sara & Co's worried eyes, Anya instantly dropped the bomb and the surrounding women nodded twice, as if giving their consent.

　

　

"That's right, nanodesu! This dish is delicious!"

　

　

A wolf girl part of the same generation as Latifa stated like she was happily devouring omelet rice.

　

　

"Ehehe, even Bella-chan said that cooking onii-chan is delicious."

　

　

"YEAH! As expected of the onii-sama Latifa nanodesu!"

　

　

It seemed like he was really familiar with Latifa.

　

　

Rio smiled wryly at how close they were. [ED: That he again\, smiling in a way other than bitter.] [TL: he's always like that\, at least smiling politely]

　

　

"thank you. Please take care of Latifa too."

　

　

"FUFU, of course I will!"

　

　

Bella nodded with a beaming smile while eating omelet rice.

　

　

"Hey Bella, you can't talk while eating, you know"

　

　

Sara gently scolded Bella with her ane-san face.

　

　

"Wafu ~, I'm sorry Sara-oneesama ..."

　

　

"Ara ~ days ~, Bella-chan"

　

　

Bella became sad, like a little puppy.

　

　

Oufia.

　

　

The other girls could not help but smile when they saw them.

　

　

'' Never, how did Rio-oniisama tie a contract with spirit-sama? ''

　

　

Bella asked Rio with a gaze full of respect and curiosity.

　

　

(Ni — nii-sama?)

　

　

Even though he was confused about being called such a title, he did not hate it.

　

　

Somehow, the girl named Bella was quite friendly.

　

　

"Actually, I don't know myself. Somehow it seemed to lie down, sleeping inside my body in spirit form."

　

　

Rio said that with a troubled face.

　

　

"He ~~. I wonder what that spirit is like. I'm a little envious because it's our greatest ideal to tie a contract with spirits."

　

　

Anya said that with a wide smile and continued to eat her omelet rice.

　

　

As he said, the greatest honor for the spirit village of people is to tie a contract with the spirit.

　

　

For that reason, people who contract with spirits receive greater respect than others. Rio was no exception even if he was a human.

　

　

The approval for the cooking class was also given thanks to the older board members learning about Rio's spirit contract from Arthura.

　

　

"Yes, I want to talk to you about various things. Since this is a rare opportunity, I will ask you many questions!"

　

　

With words acting as a gesture, various questions were thrown at him by the girls. Rio held a casual conversation with the girls and took the opportunity to deepen his friendship with them. The atmosphere around them was lively from start to finish ..

[1] Beastmen

　

　

[2] Mandarin, French, Japanese, Italian, etc.

　

　

[3] [TL: please look for short grain and long grain] [ED: On my neck the world is p. * Shrug off * May be different elsewhere.] [TL: Oh well\, they are an assortment of rice] [4] Abbreviation of omelette rice

　

　

[5] [TL: slightly peppering sentence] [ED2: * Rolls eyes *] [6] [TL: did he become Satou\, magic chef\, now?] [7] Elaborate but beautiful Japanese grammar. "Although ....\, Stay ...". In short\, you can use though\, though etc. The main thing here is to compare the two main things mentioned. In this case\, it is "mostly" and "enough for everyone ”

　

　

[8] [TL: he usually smiles bitterly] [ED: He bitterly smiles at least twice in most chapters] [ED2: He is just a bitter person\, [ED\, and rightfully so] [9] Big brother

　

　

[10] Sister

　

　

[11] Sister