Chapter 7 – Arrival and Migration Preparation

Sailing to the dark elf island… The dark elves like living on this ship. They say it is more spacious than the Hideaway and more comfortable since it is not the Demon Forest, and they can go out on deck.

They were also calm about the monsters attacking the ship during the voyage, as I explained to them that the barrier is the same as on the Hideaway. They were happy that strong monsters would make the island safer. Well, the stronger the monsters are, the safer it gets, so it’s a strange story, isn’t it?

The last time we moved the dark elf village, the inside of the ship was in an uproar, so it felt a lot easier. Considering that the place where they usually lived was often surrounded by monsters, I was strangely convinced that people are creatures that adjust to the situation.

The group that loves to maneuver the ship requested to play an escape game, but I asked them to put up with it this time. There is no problem in terms of safety.

But when I explained to the dark elves, who knew little about the outside world, how it would be to show them a game of escape with monsters, they were surprisingly open to the idea.

The interior is also disguised to resemble the ships of this world, except for my room, so I don’t really feel the joy of buying a new ship. I just let the autopilot take over, and we arrived at the place where I could see the dark elf island without any disturbance.

“Village Chief-san, that island is the safe haven. I’ll go to the village over there first to let them know. In the meantime, please prepare to disembark.”

I pointed proudly at the island and explained.

“That island? It’s much bigger than I imagined… Okay, I will prepare to disembark.”

The village chief’s face was bright, and I could somehow tell that he was filled with joy at seeing the island, but… his reaction was too indifferent, and it was hard to understand. I think it would be good to have a more flashy reaction, though…

I took Ines, Felicia, and Rimu on the Lutto to the dark elf island. Aside from the dark elves, I should get permission for Girasole to enter the island.

When we arrive at the island, the village chief is already waiting for us. So the watch is functioning properly. Huh? The chief of this island and the chief of the migrated village… It’s confusing.

Well, they will talk to each other and work it out. My role is to bring them here, and that’s it.

“Village Chief-san, it’s been a while.”

“It’s been a long time, Wataru-san. Where’s that ship?”

Suddenly, well, he must have found the Seeker and come here, so it’s only natural that he’s curious about it.

“Yes, that’s why I’m here to explain it to you. The new dark elf migrants, the human and beastmen we hired to escort us, are aboard that ship, so I thought it would be a good idea to ask permission to enter the island.”

I know it’s a bit sudden on my part, but it can’t be helped, can it? I didn’t know if I’d find any dark elves… and I feel like I should have talked about Girasole first, though.

“Oh, a new resident, the village is going to be lively. If Wataru-san brought the escort, there would be no problem. In the meantime, I will inform the villagers in advance, so don’t worry.”

The village chief said so, and then he went to the young? …Signaling the young-looking dark elf, and then that young-looking dark elf ran to the village. He is well-trained.

“Thank you very much. There are 25 dark elves and six escorts. I will go back now and bring them here.”

“Yes, I’ll have everything ready.”

Leaving Felicia behind for a detailed explanation, Ines and I board the Lutto. Come to think of it; this is the first time we’ve entered the island in a mid-size ship class, but what if we are stranded…? Stranding at the start of a new life is not good.

Let’s see; the Seeker should be fine with a maximum weight of 2 meters 70… so it’s not much different from the Lutto… Why is it the case when it’s so much different in size? Well, the Lutto can afford considerably, so the Seeker should be fine, too.

Back on the Seeker, everyone was ready to disembark, so I brought the ship to the island of the dark elves and anchored it. When everyone disembarked from the Seeker, the people of the dark elf village also came out to welcome us.

We received a loud welcome with an order from the village chief, Federico (Felicia’s father). The dark elf villagers of the lake who were approached were bewildered but returned smiles.

They are awkward with each other but somehow trying to build a good relationship. It was somewhat embarrassing to see them as if they were a couple at the beginning of a new relationship.

In the midst of all this, the six children find the two new potential friends and charge at them. They talk to the two bewildered kids in a goofy manner without regard for them. I don’t know what happened, but they ran up the hill with the two of them in tow.

I’m glad they got along right away…? One adult chased after them, so I guess it’s okay.

They were talking amongst themselves, but we decided that we couldn’t stay here talking forever, so we moved to the village on top of the hill.

“Wataru-san, that’s amazing. I’ve heard about this island, but it’s so much more amazing than I imagined. This place can really be a safe haven for dark elves. It’s amazing. Have you explored the island yet?”

Alessia-san is excited. She seems to have a feeling of a new adventure. It would be a lot safer if we could get Girasole to explore, but should I ask them? …I have a feeling they’ll be out exploring without me having to ask.

“I think they have explored the forest to some extent, but they have only lived on the island for about a year, so I don’t think they have explored all of it. There don’t seem to be any strong monsters, but I’ll ask the village chief later.”

“Yes, please do.”

The other members of Girasole are also very interested, and they’re in good spirits even though it hasn’t been that long since we finished exploring the Demon Forest. But even if I get them to go exploring, it will be after we return to the Southern City. I have to wholesale pepper, and I have to buy some things I need in this village. I’m pretty busy.

The dark elf village is even more developed after the first time in about six months, and the houses of the villagers should have been completed, but there are more houses. Upon closer inspection, I think they are working on the completed houses as well, or maybe they are adding more decorations.

It seems that there is plenty of room to spare, and the houses of the new villagers will be completed soon. Until the houses are completed, they will be living in tents, so they immediately start preparing the tents.

So far, there has been no friction, and they are talking well and respectfully with each other. I don’t like the fact that they talk about the hardships they had to go through when they lived in their old place. Why talk about hardships when you can talk about your future life in a positive way?

I don’t understand, but since they are consoling each other, I let it go. The newcomers are surprised when the villagers start singing a song while they work. It’s a culture shock.

There was an anime like that… though that was a different race. I wonder if it has any effect if they are the same dark elves? I talked to Cecilia-san, who was nearby.

“Cecilia-san, I see that everyone who is working is singing. When we were here, they were practicing their singing, but has it been the same since then?”

“Fufu, not only have they not changed, but they are even more enthusiastic. We sing songs that we’ve forgotten, but we try to put together the parts that we all remember and sing them whenever we have time.”

…Music boom was coming. Maybe I should go find some instruments from this world and buy some.

“I see. Then there will be songs also from the migrant villages, and that will add to the fun.”

“Ara, that’s true, isn’t it? What kind of songs will there be? I’m really looking forward to it. …Is it really a nuisance to ask about the songs now?”

“They are busy at the moment. But you will be living in the same village from now on, so there will be plenty of opportunities for you.”

“Fufu, that’s true. Wataru-san, since we moved to this island, every day has been very rewarding. After the festival, singing, dancing, and playing Jenga and Reversi, we had much more fun, and everyone was more cheerful. Thank you for everything.”

“What can I say, ‘You’re welcome?’ Well, Felicia did most of the work, so please give her credit.”

Cecilia-san nodded happily as I said this while looking at Felicia, who was running around helping with the migration.　

Everyone pitched their tents and provided food to make a large amount of food for all of us to eat. Oh, by the way, I forgot to give them the Jenga and the Reversi. Everyone is busy right now, so it’ll be good for later.

“Thank you for providing the ingredients, Wataru-san.”

Oh, Village Chief-san (Felicia’s father) looks busy, but he seems to be in a good mood.

“No, no, there are suddenly more people here; it’s only natural. I’ll be shopping in Southern City again, so please talk with everyone and summarize what they need. We are thinking of leaving the day after tomorrow.”

“I understand. I am sorry to keep relying on you, but thank you very much.”

“Haha, I’m the one who brought you here, and I’m enjoying watching this village grow and develop, so don’t worry about it.”

“Thank you very much.”

After chatting with the village chief for a while, he returned to his work. After dinner tonight, they are going to have a meeting to discuss various issues. He requested my participation, but I declined. I don’t care if they are planning a festival, I don’t want to attend a village meeting.

The eight children were running around during the preparations. They seem to have adjusted to the new surroundings, and it’s amazing how adaptable children are.

After the meal preparation and tent pitching were finished, everyone gathered for dinner and ate noisily as if it were a party. If it weren’t for the after-dinner meeting, I would offer alcohol.

After the meal, the villagers go to a meeting, and we walk back to the Seeker.

“Wataru-san, I’m glad that there was no trouble and that everyone seems to be getting along well.”

I’m glad you were concerned about how they would get along, too, Alessia-san. She is my escort, so she has nothing to do with the dark elf village itself, but I appreciate all the help she gives out.

“Yes, I’m looking forward to getting to know each other and helping the village grow even more.”

“Fufu, that’s true.”

“It’s almost night, but I’m going to put the Seeker’s interior all back together. There is a bath upstairs, the same kind as on the Hideaway, so why don’t we go in?”

“Ara, that’s nice. I’ve used the showers on occasion, but it’s been a long time since I’ve had a bath. I’m looking forward to it.”

It’s been a while since we all took a bath together, and even though everyone was all wearing bathing suits, I was looking forward to it. We arrive at the Seeker and remove all disguises except those visible from the outside.

“…It’s amazing. The atmosphere is totally different. Wataru-san, do you mind if I take a look around?”

“Yes, there is a bath at the top, so let’s change into our bathing suits and take a look around, starting from the bottom. …Let’s start with the room that everyone used to use.”

“Yes, I understand. I’m looking forward to it.”

We all look around the luxurious interior of the ship with the disguise removed. The rooms and living rooms are furnished with sophisticated and cool furniture; everyone is excited and makes noises when they see them.

…I thought about this on the Hideaway, too, but why are there sofas placed all over the place on luxury ships? There must be some reason that I, a commoner, don’t understand, but there are too many.

No matter where I walk in the living room, on the deck, or in the spacious interior of the ship, there is always a sofa nearby. It’s a mystery.

Also, I was aiming for it, but since I had them change into their bathing suits, my eyes were more drawn to the one that plopped down every time they moved than to the ship’s facilities.

I think it is inevitable that I hugged and cuddled Rimu for some reason. Rimu is also happy, so there should be no problem.

I look to my right and squeeze Rimu. Look to the left and squeeze him again. If it were in Japan, I feel like I would be sued, but there would be no sexual harassment in another world. If I offended them, they might cut me down, but on the ship, there would be no problem.

I think I’m a small and miserable man… but that’s okay because I’m happy. I’ll be happier in the bathtub. Small or cunning, if I can take a bath with a beautiful woman with big breasts, I’m satisfied.

…No, I’m still not satisfied. If I can, I’d like to go even further, like not having a bathing suit, or being able to touch, or even if I can…

“Wataru-san, what’s wrong?”

Eh? When I looked at the front of my eyes as someone spoke to me, I saw two big bulges… Huh? I was supposed to be leading the way, but it seems that while I was being delusional, I was overtaken by them.

“No, I was just thinking about something. Shall we continue?”

“Yes.”

But Claretta-san’s breasts have tremendous destructive power, don’t they? It takes a lot of mental energy to avert my eyes.　

I’m about to sink into a world of delusion again, but I keep my mind strong and continue exploring the ship, and reach the bath. It is a little smaller than the baths on the Hideaway, but no problem.

The girls were excited to take a bath for the first time in a long time; it was so wonderful and enjoyable.