Soul Monarch: The Eclipse Feast Online

Small Details, Departure

A dungeon mansion. It was formerly called Fectionous Reason, but after I took over it is now officially named Areopagos. That's what I want to show them.

Immediately, some Ratfolk approached towards us. They were Rat-Hat, Rat-Hut, and some other Ratfolk below them. Well, it looks like they're coming as soon as they smell an approaching existence and ...

"Welcome back, Master, chu."

... They welcomed me too. What they said somewhat reminded me of the incident at the Asha residence.

"Master together, chu, with whom, chu?"

"Yes, I'll introduce you. They are Ova Mondo and Jiza Mondo," I said introducing the two but they (Ova and her grandfather) look a bit scared now.

"N-Miss Dirae, what are you doing?"

"Yes, just calm down. They don't know evil." Show me to Rat-Hat. "So you don't have to be that scared, yeah."

"J-so what with this proves that what Tian said is true?"

"No. Again, I'm not a monster."

After a while of calming the two, I managed to make them accept (or perhaps ignore?) the fact that I've recruited a flock of Ratfolk as followers.

Well, if they knew that the Mansion ahead was a dungeon or the whereabouts of Megaera and the ghosts, they might be even more surprised to be resistant. Don't make them go into more shock than this for now.

Entering the Areopagos area, I felt that the coverage of the territory that was part of the dungeon was expanding. Perhaps it was due to my actions that freed the Primal Curses and the Primal Bleses earlier.

Well, no need to ponder too far. I thought while taking Ova and Jiza around for a while, especially in the underground village of Ratfolk as well as reviewing its development.

Well, it seems that the development of this village is in line with what I planned. Moreover, the vitality of this village became more alive.

And finally, I took the two of them to the safe area of Areopagos with the five named Ratfolk. Yes, a place that from the beginning served as a hall.

"So, there's something I want to tell you.” I said out loud, trying to draw all their attention to me.

“First time, the Ratfolk. Say welcome to our two new comrades,” I said, immediately accompanied by applause from the Ratfolk. Well, it's a bit awkward especially the Ratfolk don't seem to be used to doing this.

"alright. Now I'm gonna start telling you what needs are in my head."

I began to explain to them all about the relationship I had with the Botin Family as well as the Potchi Shop. Not only the Ratfolk, Ova and Jiza I explained in detail because they just found out.

Although I did not explain why I could get to know them, it was only the current relationship I had with the Potchi Shop and the Botin Family.

"And that's why, Ova,” call me.

"Yes Miss Girae?"

"I want to appoint you as my representative to get in touch with the Potchi Shop."

"B-but why am I Miss Dirae?"

"Yes, there's nothing special. Because only you can do this job."

Jiza, Ova's grandfather is obviously not a match because with her appearance she will make the people who approach her feel frightened and intimidated. Of course, such things are not suitable for a diplomatic relationship.

While the Ratfolk .. yes, obviously it is impossible. They were considered monsters so no. Again is impossible.

"Good! Will I ... do ...." Ova replied in an increasingly weak tone at the end of the sentence but I will take that as full agreement.

"Then, yes to the next one. Grandpa Jiza," call me. "Can you tell me about the value of the two crystals I gave you?"

"That's pretty valuable, Miss Girae. It can be used in blacksmiths as in strengthening some melee weapons as well as alchemy to perform material transfusions."

"You're quite knowledgeable, yes.”

"It's because my stupid son-in-law keeps telling me something like this for as long as he's alive."

Well, whatever the reason for that knowledge, it helps me a lot now. And the saying 'don't judge a book by its cover' really applies to Jiza.

"As you know, under this mansion lies the village of Ratfolk. And yes, the two crystals were obtained in one of the excavation aisles that exist even though the area is closed for now.

"You can ask Rat-Het and Rat-Hot for more details. But what do you think if I sell a little piece at the Potchi Shop."

"Sounds a little dangerous especially if they're trying to figure out the source of the crystal, miss."

"Yes, that's right.” Let me just say I agree with what Jiza said. ”And therefore, I will not sell regularly. First I will hand over the two crystals, which will probably only be as large as marbles as test materials and not sell them any further.

"It is only if they seek or ask for a similar crystal that we will resell it but with a small amount and certain conditions. No need to accept all orders."

Again, this kind of limited resource needs to be managed more wisely.

I don't want to sell all for a moment's ease and suffer hardship later. A little history of the country called Nauru is enough as an example of that.

A wealthy country for decades because of the discovery of high-quality phosphorus, a mineral used as a raw material for chemical fertilizers abundant in its region.

In its heyday, the money from the sale was used to finance every citizen. Yes, education is completely free and even when a sick citizen will be sent directly to Australia to get the best service.

However, the phosphorus that is the result of bird droppings deposition is rapidly depleting due to excessive mining.

Their soil is hollow, the result of mining excavations that make it impossible to grow food crops. And with the previous mining output being allocated as such, making the country unable to maintain its prosperity yes and falling into one of the poorest countries in the world.

Well, what I did was also to weigh the value of the two crystals for better management.

"That sounds safer, Miss Dirae. But ...."

"Lighthunder Familia 'was it?"

Guess who was greeted by a heavy nod. Well, since they had been troubling Ova and her family since the beginning, their existence would be more disturbing than the Botin Family research.

So—

"Better not to think too much. I'll think of a better way of distribution so that the existence of Ratfolk village itself doesn't spread."

"Then, Rat-Het."

"What's up, Master chu."

"For now you don't need to expand the village any further. Make it a secondary priority and yes, as much as possible you will try to introduce this design" I said, handing over a piece of paper.

Yes, it contains about the introduction of currency (Arte) and the procedure for its use. Indeed the Ratfolk community here has stabilized, but I think it is necessary to spread a little general public ordinance.

I think it'll be useful if one day this village is found. I know I cannot hide this village forever especially with its location close enough to us early, yes it is also supported by the availability of language that seems to be getting better.

Good work, Rat-Hit.

Discussing a few more details to them, I said, "Yes, for the final part. I'll be leaving Houra City soon."

"Why, chu?"

"Is something wrong Miss?"

Okay, that's managed to provoke a fuss. So it's better to explain in class, obviously, myself.

"Yes, nothing is wrong and this has been my plan from the start."

It's like the original plan. As I was also planning to enroll in the Association but .. yes, it is void.

From Tian's account, during the registration process, it turns out that participants will undergo some kind of test. But not only will the Power Level be tested (to avoid lying about the Power Level move), but it will also uncover my race. Something I would avoid for others to know.

"Then where is Miss Girae going?" ask Ova.

"City Mother of the country, Riverar Trade Capital."

Well, the path I'm going to take to get there has also been set.

"Next you don't have to worry." I smile. "I'll keep calling you guys, okay?" connect me through Spirit Connection.

The limit of the number of parties that can be contacted together has increased to five as the level increases.

"Can you do telepathy?!" Jiza asked before I retorted with a nod. Well, maybe it can be considered as something like that.

Take care of some other small details such as choosing a book that I will bring from where it is now —which is in the mansion. Tells what Ova should do as a liaison. And yes, he needs more protection than I do so now Tian is assigned to look after him.

After saying goodbye to Hold and the Church 'Ymnar. I finally heard Megaera's voice after a long time.

"Finally this self can feel freer now."

"Gegas good work." I salute you for holding yourself back from staying silent for weeks.

And also—

"Kraklala."

"You did a good job too, Antarea."

I feel like his body is getting smaller because of the evolution he's been through. Well, even if he looks weak but it will only be your mind.

He's getting stronger.

Anyway, with this little body, Antarea I can hide in the hood of my cloak. I won't always wear that hood either so this arrangement is fine.

So, it's time to go, huh?

I thought as I looked at Houra City once again and started to step up.

However ....

[Title Zetin Enemy successfully acquired]

[Title Lighthunder Clash Out successfully acquired]

[Title Witch successfully acquired]

... The barrage of notifications stopped my steps for a moment. It was really a moment before he started to step back.

Let's close our eyes to the Title-Title.

———

Well, thank you for continuing to support me by reading EFO.

Be it the likes, the hand of the gatel who wants to comment at the end of each Chapter, or the silent riders who also often hide their feelings on the /plak!

It hurts, myself.

Well, at least the latter need not be discussed, right?

But that's the reason why singles are rampant.

Yes, again no need to mention.

Anyway, thank you for your help this year. Yes, even for the favorite EFO has reached the number 500 so thank you very much!

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Overall, HAPPY NEW YEAR! And for January 1, saia will update 3 chapters with the usual time, random.