Chapter 488

Bear-san, Calls Fina And Friends

For now, we left the hot springs for later and decided on where to place the bear gate.

After checking the third floor, we went down to the second floor.

The second floor will be the servants quarters. (Sakura)

The cooks and guards will stay in this room. Ill be staying here. (s.h.i.+n.o.bu)

But the view is as good as on the third floor. (Sakura)

It looked like Sakura may come too, but which one would she stay in? Would she be on the third floor, given King Suous att.i.tude? Speaking of which, whats going on with King Suous family?

The rooms on the second floor were not as s.p.a.cious as those on the third floor, but there were more rooms, many of which were about six tatami mats in size.

After looking around upstairs, we went downstairs. There was no sign of Jubei-san or King Suou. It seems that they have gone back.

On the ground floor, theres the cooking area and a warehouse. Naturally, the warehouse was empty. On the other hand, it would be a problem if there were a lot of stuff in there.

Also, there was a smaller hot spring on the first floor that was properly installed for the use of the servants. I knew that the hot spring upstairs was for the exclusive use of the royal family.

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After completing a tour of the building, I decided on the room I would use and placed the bear gate there.

I thought about the warehouse, but it would be more convenient to have it on the third floor if I wanted to go to the hot springs.

Then I think Ill take this room as my room. (Yuna)

I decided on one of the rooms on the third floor.

This isnt the largest room, you know? I thought you were going to take that one. (Kagali)

Its big enough for me. (Yuna)

The room size was more than ten tatami mats, enough for one person, and I have no plans to live here anyway.

You can use the largest room, Kagali-san. (Yuna)

It may have been King Suous room after all.

You sure its okay? Then, I will be very grateful to use that room. (Kagali)

I installed a bear gate by the wall.

Its strange to think that theres another place connected to this door. (Kagali)

Kagali-san uttered such a thing while looking at the bear gate.

I remember that Kagali-sama was at Yuna-samas house over there. What kind of town was that place? (Sakura)

Sakura casually asked. But Kagali-san couldnt answer immediately.

I havent actually seen it. (Kagali)

Kagali-san replied in a small voice.

Kagali-san was so exhausted after the battle against Orochi that she was asleep for a long time. (Yuna)

I felt a little sorry for her, so I helped her out. She was trying to focus on recovering her body, eating, and sleeping like an animal.

Oh, thats right. Im sorry. (Sakura)

No, dont worry about it. I exhausted my magic power and physical strength, and my mind was also tired. No amount of sleep was enough. And it was also because, for the first time in a long time, I could sleep peacefully. Moreover, I felt warm and safe in that house for some reason. (Kagali)

Did she feel the magical power of the bear house?

So, are you feeling better now? (Sakura)

Im okay. (Kagali)

Kagali-san laughed so as not to worry Sakura.

There is no problem, except that she cant return to her original adult form.

Next time, lets take our time and see the sights. (Kagali)

Id like to see it, too. (Sakura)

Okay then. Ill give you a tour next time. (Yuna)

Really? Im looking forward to it. (Sakura)

While Sakura was smiling happily, s.h.i.+n.o.bu was looking at us. I slowly averted my eyes from her gaze.

Why are you turning away from me? (s.h.i.+n.o.bu)

Im not turning away. (Yuna)

Lies. You cannot deceive my eyes. I saw Yuna look away with my very own eyes. (s.h.i.+n.o.bu)

I wont take s.h.i.+n.o.bu. (Yuna)

Wha, why? (s.h.i.+nou)

Because youre going to do something, arent you? (Yuna)

Its terrible. Its bullying. Its cruelty. Its discrimination. (s.h.i.+n.o.bu)

s.h.i.+n.o.bu made a crying imitation, but I went through with it.

I dont mind taking her with me, but I can already imagine seeing s.h.i.+n.o.bu laughing if I take her to my restaurant. So Id rather not take her there.

While I was thinking about this, Kagali-san opened her mouth.

Anyway, Im hungry. (Kagali)

Didnt she say something earlier about not having to eat for a day or so?

Well, theres plenty of food in the bear box. Theres also a kitchen, so we can cook.

Oh, but theres a lake in front of us.

Then lets have a barbecue at that lake, shall we? (Yuna)

I opened the window and looked at the lake.

I wanted to see the lake up close. I was going to go and check it later. But then I thought, barbecue by the lake.

As a former

hikikomori

, I have changed, and Ill be barbecuing outside now. I guess its because I came to this world and traveled around a lot.

A barbecue? (Sakura)

Whats that? (Kagali)

Well be grilling meat and vegetables outside and eating them together. (Yuna)

Oh, that sounds good. (Kagali)

But what about the ingredients? (Sakura)

Well, we can have s.h.i.+n.o.bu go to town and get some. Now go. (Kagali)

Eh? By myself? Then why not have Yuna use her gate? Its faster that way. (s.h.i.+n.o.bu)

I already have the ingredients. (Yuna)

I have everything from ingredients to cooking utensils.

Id like to invite Ruimin-san and Fina-chan to join us. It would be a good idea to call them over before the meal. (Sakura)

Youre right. Ill invite Ruimin and Fina. (Yuna)

I took out my bearphone and let magical power flow and called Ruimin.

After a while, Ruimins voice could be heard over the bearphone.

Yuna-san?

Ruimin, have you had lunch?

Not yet, but why are you asking?

Then were all having a meal together over here now, do you want to come over?

Over there? Didnt you go to the Land of Harmony to meet the King, Yuna-san? Well, Id like to meet Sakura-chan, but Im not having a meal with the king.

Oh yeah, I did mention that when I told Ruimin that I would see King Suou. Did she just refuse?

Ruimin-san, its okay. The talk with my uncle is over. We are the only ones to eat. So can you come? (Sakura)

Sakura turned her face to the bearphone I was holding and spoke to Ruimin.

Sakura-chan!??

I would also like to talk to you. I plan to call Fina-chan, too. (Sakura)

Fina-chan, too I understand. Im on my way.

Oh, and when you come, please bring mushrooms. (Yuna)

Mushrooms

?

Yes, the best ones please. (Yuna)

We need mushrooms for the barbecue. Since Ruimin is coming here, Ill ask her to bring some.

Understood.

If you come near the bear gate, contact me. (Yuna)

I hung up the call.

Next, I connected to Finas bearphone

Yuna-oneesan?

(Fina)

Is now a good time? (Yuna)

Yes, its fine.

(Fina)

Yuna-oneechan?

(Shuri)

I also heard Shuris voice from the background. Apparently, theyre together.

Have you eaten yet? (Yuna)

No, not yet.

(Fina)

Then, can you come to my house now? I would like to eat together here. (Yuna)

Ara, Yuna-chan, youre taking my daughter out again?

(Tirumina)

This time, I could hear Tirumina-sans voice in the background.

Tirumina-san? Yeah, I was thinking of having a meal with Fina. Cant I? (Yuna)

Fufu, thats not the case. Of course, its okay.

(Tirumina)

I want to go too!

(Shuri)

I also hear Shuris voice.

I took my face away from the bearphone and asked everyone.

Can Finas sister come? (Yuna)

I dont mind, but does she know about your door? (Kagali)

Yeah, she knows. (Yuna)

If youre fine with it, then I dont have a problem with it. (Kagali)

Of course Im fine with it too. (Sakura)

Me too. (s.h.i.+n.o.bu)

I brought my face closer to the bearphone.

Shuri is also good. By the way, Tirumina-san. They might be late to return today or they might stay at my house tonight, is that okay? (Yuna)

Its okay with me, I feel relieved if theyre with you, Yuna-chan. Of course, if my daughter becomes damaged goods, Ill have you take responsibility. Mom!

I can hear a faint popping and tapping sounds from the other side of the bearphone call.

Perhaps Fina is. .h.i.tting Tirumina-san.

Fufu. Well then, Yuna-chan, take care of them both.

(Tirumina)

U~u, Yuna-oneesan, Im coming.

(Fina)

Yes, Ill be waiting. By the way, can you do me a favor and go to Anzus shop and get me some big clams, like turban sh.e.l.ls. Enough for 7 people. (Fina)

Since were here, we decided to grill and eat turban sh.e.l.ls.

Okay, now were ready to go.

Then we welcomed Ruimin, who arrived first.

Oh, Ruimin, take off your shoes. (Yuna)

Sorry~ (Ruimin)

Ruimin hastily took off her shoes.

By the way, wearing shoes was strictly forbidden in this mansion.

Ano

, so where are we? (Ruimin)

Ruimin looked around the room, while holding her shoes.

Its a mansion that I got from the Land of Harmonys King. (Yuna)

You got a mansion, Yuna-san? (Ruimin)

Well, it was his back-up plan because I refused his main reward. This is also to thank you too, Ruimin, so please enjoy your stay. (Yuna)

Shortly after that, the bearphone rang and Fina arrived.

Yuna-oneesan, where are we? (Fina)

This is a place called Land of Harmony. Its a faraway country. (Yuna)

Shuri was scurrying and looking around at the room and then at Kagali-san and the others.

Are you Finas sister? (Kagali)

Youre a cute one. (s.h.i.+n.o.bu)

You look like Fina-chan. (Sakura)

Shuri hid behind Fina.

Who? (Shuri)

I am Kagali. Yuna is a friend of mine, and we fought against monsters together.

Kagali-san introduces herself while puffing her chest out.

Shes not wrong, though. Shuri was surprised to hear that Kagali-san, who (is currently physically more pet.i.te than her), fought monsters.

My name is Sakura. Yuna-sama saved my life.

Sakura introduced herself politely, with her hands together in front of her, like a light bow.

Im Ruimin. Im Yuna-san and Fina-chans friend.

Ruimin introduced herself cheerfully and energetically.

Come to think of it, this was the first time Ruimin and Shuri have met, wasnt it?

Im s.h.i.+n.o.bu. Yunas slave.

In any case, I hit her.

That hurts~! (s.h.i.+n.o.bu)

s.h.i.+n.o.bu is just an acquaintance, so dont worry about her. (Yuna)

So terrible. (s.h.i.+n.o.bu)

Whos terrible?

Shuri, say h.e.l.lo. (Fina)

Im Shuri. Im sisters sister. (Shuri)

She introduced herself while holding Finas hand.

Yuna-oneechan (Shuri)

Shuri looked at me with a troubled expression.

Apparently, they were trying to figure out her relations.h.i.+p with me, but they had no idea. Indeed, it was difficult to explain the relations.h.i.+p between Shuri and me. From my point of view, her older sister saved my life?

But if I say that, Fina will get angry, so I wont say it.

So Yuna-oneesan. Are we eating here? (Fina)

Were going to eat over there. (Yuna)

I pointed out the window.

U wa~a ~~

(Shuri)

Its amazing. (Fina)

The two looked out the window as they leaned out to see the expansive view.

Are we eating over there? (Fina)

Yes, its beautiful, isnt it? Well, now that were all here, lets go. (Yuna)

We left the mansion and walked about 10 minutes towards the lake.

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Authors Note:

The hot spring scene would likely be a little further.

First, there will be a barbecue party at the lake.

Episode 10 of the comicalize book series has been released. It is a story from Finas point of view.

You can go to it by clicking k.u.ma Comicalization is released on the second, fourth, and Wednesday below.

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