After lunch.

After eating, I consulted with Sebasu about what I was thinking about a while ago.

I see, live combat training Its certainly a good way to see their actual strength, but the bigger question is who theyll be fighting against. [Sebasu]

The magical beasts around this area are really weak More and more people have also been frequenting the area to hunt, so I think well have to first find a good hunting sp Huh? [Ryouma]

It seems we have a visitor.

Elia and the others noticed that weve stopped talking.

Whats the matter? [Elia]

Someone came. Its probably Rheinbach-sama. [Ryouma]

Grandfather? [Elia]

It could be anyone, I mean the guy didnt even make an eek Wait a moment, how did you know someone came? [Riera]

Simple, because the slimes Im contracted to contacted me. And by contact, I mean they told me someone came. Thats about the most we can communicate with each other. But while it could certainly be anyone, considering there are flying beasts at the airpad according to the slimes there then its probably Rheinbach-sama.

The airpad is fully functional with the tower and flags for communicating, but as far as I know, only Rheinbach-sama can use those.

Theres an area here in the mines rarely frequented by people where tree slimes live. They cant move, but I can communicate with them like with the other slimes, so Ive ordered them ahead of time to inform me when someone comes.

Also, because they cant move and look no different from other normal trees, no one will notice them. Other than the tree slimes, therere also the stone slimes that look like stones, and the weed slimes that hide in the surrounding greeneries. [Ryouma]

The tree and stone slimes are completely indistinguishable from normal trees and stones. And the weed slimes arent just useful for watching the house, but also for camouflage. After I turn one into a big variant, I can have it wrap itself around me to act as a Ghillie suit. I can also order it to eat the weeds in the fields, effectively removing them for me. Ill need to be careful though, or Ill find myself growing lots of weeds. But aside from that, the weed slime is a really useful slime.

A slime again? Ryouma-kun, just how many slimes are you raising? [Kanan]

Its cause I also end up raising the slimes that are hard to raise from the lab. They research them first, then when theyre done, I take them back home with me. The tree slimes, the stone slimes, and the weed slimes, are examples of that.

I mentally counted the slimes I have with me.

Most of it are made up of the scavenger slimes and the grave slimes, but its currently about 50,000 slimes. [Ryouma]

Im impressed you were actually able to contract that many. [Elia]

Elia muttered to herself in a fed-up tone.

Well, it is a bit much, I suppose.

And just so you know, me being able to tame this many magical beasts is limited just with slimes. [Ryouma]

Although it barely even mattered at this point, I followed up with that anyway, and then we headed for the airpad. When we got there, waiting for us was Rheinbach-samas Ignis Dragon, as well as the person himself.

Hmm? I can sense someone else in here But because of the Ignis Dragon, I cant see him Is it another butler?

As I was thinking that to myself, Elia approached Rheinbach-sama.

Grandfather! [Elia]

Oh, if it isnt Elia, its been a while, hasnt it? I heard youve been practicing at Ryouma-kuns place. How is it? [Rheinbach]

Its been going splendidly, Grandfather. I can use a lot more spells now including Firestorm. [Elia]

I see, I see. Ryouma-kun, thank you for taking of my granddaughter. And sorry for the sudden visit. [Rheinbach]

Not at all, youre welcome anytime, Rheinbach-sama. But why all of the sudden? Normally, youd contact me first [Ryouma]

At that moment, a certain familiar female voice reached my ears.

Rheinbach-chan had nowhere to go. [???]

When I turned toward the source of that voice, two familiar faces appeared by the shadow of the Ignis Drago. They were none other than the royal court magician, Remiri-san, and the former knight-commander, s.h.i.+va-san.

Long time no see~ Ryouma-chan, Elia-chan. [Remiri]

Remiri-oneesama! [Elia]

Elias shocked too Wait, does she know Remiri-san? Oh, come to think of it, I do recall hearing something about that before Or rather, it seems Remiri-san is having her call her onee-san too. Shes given up on me ever calling her that though.

Remiri-neesan, s.h.i.+va-san, its been a while. Are you doing well? [Elia]

Of course, I take care of my health, and any injuries hear in no time at all. [s.h.i.+va]

Were having the time of our lives adventuring all over. [Remiri]

s.h.i.+va-san became an adventurer after our time in the Town of Departed Spirits. He knew he was still plenty strong despite his age, but he couldnt go back to being a knight anymore as hes already once retired from being a knight-commander. So, he became an adventurer instead.

Well, actually, he was asked if he wants to come back, but since he wanted to fight in the frontlines, he turned them down. Besides, if he were to go back there and do the same work he did before, he might end up depressed again

So, he and Remiri-san became adventurers Or wait, actually, Remiri-san was an adventurer to begin with. Only, she stopped being one after becoming a royal court magician, so in her case, its more of a reinstatement than a new job. In any case, because of their history and strength, they were both made S Ranks. And they spend their time travelling and adventuring all over the world.

To be more specific, theyre travelling around the world while lending a helping hand to those in need. Ive also coincidentally met them several times.

After we went inside and talked, I found out that the Jamil Family has been very busy because of the tamer guild incident with Matthew.

Its because I reacted fast. [Rheinbach]

It seems hes had his eye on them for a while now due to their recent behavior. So, as soon as Matthew was apprehended, they went straight to the tamer guild. Apparently, they were already warned that if something were to happen again, they would be investigated even by force. Of course, that was never mentioned officially, so I never knew about it.

And apparently, because of how urgent the situation is now, Rheinbach-sama had to ride his dragon to deliver the order and report of the current head, Rheinhart-san, as soon as possible.

Seeing as how Rheinhart-san has his hands full dealing with the aftermath, it would seem that Rheinbach-sama has completely pa.s.sed the baton, and is now a full retiree. s.h.i.+va-san and Remiri-san went to visit him. And Rheinbach-sama figured that they should go out.

Going out is great and all, but theres just nowhere to go. So, I thought Id drop by your place, and take a look at my granddaughter. [Rheinbach]

I see. As I said before, youre welcome anytime. If youd like, please see for yourselves just how much Elias grown. [Ryouma]

In other words, its a parent observation day. Sebasu-sans always here, so he doesnt count, but With Rheinbach-sama, Im sure shell feel a bit more nervous.

Speaking of which, while we were talking like this, 4 of the girls could be seen visibly jittering. Riera was especially nervous. In fact, she was so nervous, she stood attention and stammered when s.h.i.+va-san called her.

Then after s.h.i.+va-san heard her last name, it turned out that hes apparently familiar with her father and her 2 siblings. He praised them and encouraged Riera, and she cried tears of joy.

Then after seeing the girls progress, everyone including s.h.i.+va-san and Remiri-san, were impressed. And they decided to teach the girls too. Remiri-san taught the magic group, while s.h.i.+va-san went to teach the sword group. That fired the girls up even more.

I know its for their sake, but I should go make sure they dont push themselves too much. Especially, Riera, as shes way too fired up.

After I discussed my plans for live combat training with the three others who arrived today, we decided to hold it in Trail Canyon. Zombies are magical beasts in the shape of humans, so with them as their partners, theyll be able to practice both anti-personnel and anti-beast fighting styles. And with the help of my grave slimes, finding enemies will be a cinch. The whole trip will be a lot safer too.

Well, with that, I found myself a great opportunity to find some feeds for the grave slime and to pick up the G.o.ds compensation for all the food. Gonna need to do a lot of preparations though. Things are about to get busy again.

TL Note: Sorry for all the delays, and thank you for being patient.

In any case, regular releases for TMPG is back again. At least 1 chapter a week will be released, and it will be posted either on SAT or SUN.

Also, Trail Canyon is the Troll Canyon in the past. I mustve misread it.