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Yukkuri demasu...
Sorry for the
aberrant release… There some… Let’s just say ‘inconvenience’ happened…
Either way,
here another chapter for your perusal.
Bow down to
Greysior-sama you transgressing mortals!
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The
Translator:
Yukkuri Oniisan
The Editor:
Amael Zaekil, Mantius
Zara
Chapter 33: Strategic
Bargaining[1]
『No matter happens, if a person will become beneficial to you in the future,
turn they to your ally before they even become big.』
『Don’t oppose those with greater power than you. Join under their wing by
any means necessary, and if it’s possible, increase your rank so you can use
that power.』
While looking at the unknown tools that were spread out in front of his
eyes, the aide recalled the maxims that his father had taught when he was still
a child.
The village chief had just blurted out carelessly a while ago, but the man
named Kazura, who had explained various unknown tools to Isaac, really the Greysior
from the legends?
If he was really Greysior then…… It’s not “if for example” anymore, but it
really exists near him, fate was smiling to him.
To gain Greysior as an ally, even if it currently wasn’t a reality, he
would do anything made a good impression to Greysior, after all he had obtained
a heaven-sent opportunity.
「This is called canned food, it contains food inside. Even if we leave as it
is, it can be stored for several years.」(Kazura)
While having no idea of what the man standing in the back was thinking,
Kazura took out a new canned food from the travelling bag and explained it to
Isaac.
「Won’t the food inside it rot?」(Isaac)
「If it’s before the designated expiration date, then it will be fine. But,
the expiration date is different depending on the type…… Shall we try to open
it?」(Kazura)
「……No, it’s fine. I’ll try this in Isteria later.」(Isaac)
Kazura was explaining to Isaac, while making a sigh of relief in his heart.
Based on Isaac’s reply, he roughly believed in Kazura’s explanation.
……But it didn’t change the fact that Kazura still need to be brought to
Isteria.
「Aah……As expected, I still need to go to Isteria no matter what, right?」(Kazura)
「…...I’m sorry but at this current point I still can’t conclude if you are
Greysior-sama or not. Even if I have seen various tools, it isn’t a definite evidence
that you are Greysior-sama.」(Isaac)
Isaac gave a very strained answered; his forehead was covered in cold
sweat.
Inside his heart, after seeing the several kinds of tools that were spread
out in front of his eyes, Isaac started to think that Kazura maybe was
Greysior, however he still hadn’t seen definite evidence that proved Kazura is
a god.
Kazura personally was thinking what kind of thing he could show to make
this obstinate captain yield.
「(Definite evidence for Greysior……It must be that…)」(Kazura)
Kazura threw a sidelong glance to Issac and gauged his possible reactions.
Kazura was thinking for several seconds before giving an answer and putting his
hand to his knees to stand.
「Then shall I show you the definite evidence that I am Greysior? Everyone
please follow me.」(Kazura)
「Hey. Even if you say follow you where do you intend to go?」(Isaac)
Following Kazura, Isaac stood in hurry, while Kazura showed a grin.
「Of course, it’s the Entrance to God’s Realm.」(Kazura)
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10 minutes had passed since they leave village chief’s house.
Kazura and 4 others were now inside the tree grove in the village outskirts.
By the way, the two soldiers that were guarding in front of the residence
were to still continue their task.
「From this point onwards, it’s the domain of the gods. Except for me, no one
can proceed beyond this point.」(Kazura)
When Kazura confirmed the location of tree with the mark, that this was the
place where Valetta teleported just before, he walked forward.
「Valetta-san.」(Kazura)
「Yes」(Valetta)
Kazura called Valetta and she stepped forward to Kazura’s side.
Then, just like when she teleported from that place previously, Valetta
suddenly disappeared.
「Valetta!?」(Valin)
「She-she dis-disappear!?」(Aide)
「......」(Isaac)
Seeing Valetta disappeared in front of their eyes, Valin and the aide’s
expression were plastered in astonishment.
It was only Isaac who stood still while showing a sullen expression.
「It’s alright. Valetta-san only has returned to the grove entrance.」(Kazura)
Hearing Kazura’s words Valin showed a relieved expression.
To see his daughter suddenly disappear, off course any father would become
worried.
「Isaac-san also could come to this place. Just like Valetta-san, you will be
returned to the grove entrance.」(Kazura)
Kazura said this and then with a humbling expression, Isaac genuflected[2] and bowed down his head.
「……I ask you forgiveness to have conducted many impoliteness. Everything wasonly
caused by my own judgment, the soldiers and the aide had nothing to do with it.
So in exchange for my life, please spare the others.」(Isaac)
「Eh?...... Wa-wait a moment!」(Kazura)
「Ca-Captain!? What are you doing?!」(Aide)
While saying this Isaac drew his short sword from his waist and began to
put the blade on his neck, Kazura and the aide rushed over in confusion and
stopped the blade in his hand from slicing his neck.
「Please stop it! Even I’ll be troubled to receive your life!」(Kazura)
「However, then how can I apologize to Greysior-sama…….」(Isaac)
While having a slight cut in his neck that began leaking blood, Isaac
protestingly spoke out.
It seemed that he seriously intended to cut his neck.
「…… There is nothing to apologize to. You just only faithfully performed
your duty…… Furthermore, your intention to protect your subordinates in this
situation is also commendable. You are a good human, how could I punish you?」(Kazura)
Kazura get down in his one knee and put his hand on Isaac’s shoulder. While
thinking lines that a god of benevolence will say, Kazura made a speech to
Isaac with the softest expression he could make.
The accosted Isaac looked up to Kazura while Kazura’s words leave a deep
impression in him, however his expression became cloudy once more.
「However, not only have I addressed Greysior-sama in disrespectful way[3] but I also dared to bind
your hands with rope. For a human to do such deed towards a god, is not
something that can be permissible in any other way…...」(Isaac)
Seeing Isaac like this,
「(What a troublesome fellow……)」(Kazura)
Kazura was thinking like this, even so, never breaking the smile in his
face as he stroke Isaac’s head.
「That is something inevitable. Since I am seen in a human form, even if it
is another person, they may also show a similar reaction like you.」(Kazura)
「However……」(Isaac)
「I have absolved every one of the sins that you made since you came to this
village. And thus, the talk about this topic is finished.」(Kazura)
「Eh!?」(Isaac)
Kazura said these words to Isaac, who still wanted to settle his sin, and closed
the argumentation forcefully.
“I have absolved every of your sin”, when Kazura said these words, the
other 3 people couldn’t help to surprised, but this was a natural reaction.
After all, from their standpoints, Isaac had directly received an absolution
from a god.
「Then, with this I think I have shown a definite evidence for my identity as
the real Greysior. I think there is also no need for me to go to Isteria, don’t
you agree?」(Kazura)
「……Greysior-sama. With all due respect, please let me say something.」(Aide)
Yareyare, Kazura said out in this situation
and the aide that stood beside Isaac, genuflected towards Kazura.
「Currently, at this land of Arcadia, there has been an outbreak of
large-scale famine and every day numerous people lost their life. With
Greysior-sama power’s as the God of Benevolence and Bountiful Harvest[4], please may you do
something to save us.」(Aide)
「……Ah……That is true……」(Kazura)
The aide showed an expression of someone in his wit’s end, in Kazura’s
inner mind he let out a sigh, “That’s so much true…”
He had previously heard this from Valetta and Valin, but currently this
country was assaulted by a drought that caused a great famine.
When the God of Benevolence and
Bountiful Harvest was in front of him, it was inevitable if the aide asked him
for help.
Whle thinking about how to answer it, Kazura didn’t say anything. Isaac
sheathed back his short sword and genuflected just like the aide.
「I also beg of you. The royal family and the feudal lords of each area took
various measures to protect the people, however the damage keep on expanding.
Please save the people of this country.」(Isaac)
「Yes…… But there is one thing I wish to know, how large is the population of
this country?」(Kazura)
「I believe it is about 2 and a half million souls.」(Isaac)
「……」(Kazura)
Hearing the numbers 2.5 million from Isaac’s mouth, Kazura momentarily
astounded.
Of course it didn’t mean that everyone was starving, but even if it only 1%
of this population was now faced famine, the number was still about 25,000
people.
Furthermore, based on their speech, currently the entire country underwent
a famine.
So it wouldn’t be strange if the number of the people that need help could
increase two or three times of that number.
「2.5 million people…… By the way, how large is the population in Estelle
domain?」(Kazura)
「It is about 450 thousand souls…… But, is the number, as expected, too big?」(Isaac)
Isaac speech was sprinkled by uneasiness, while Kazura,
「Of course it is! That’s too much!!」(Kazura)
Was what he wanted to say but he swallowed back the urge to say this back
to his throat, while his forehead unpleasantly perspire with sweat, Kazura
began speaking.
「No, of course it is not so. However, me personally saving the people, in my
opinion, is undesirable. Humankind’s problems must be resolved by humankind’s
own power.」(Kazura)
To be honest, to fill tens of thousands of people’s stomach at the same
time was something impossible for Kazura to do.
Although he believed with his financial power he could somehow manage to do
it, the problem was the transportation capacity and the length of the period to
give the support.
If he used the pullcart like what he had done until now, he wouldn’t able
to haul the necessary amount.
If he dismantle the mansion door, then a small car could pass through,
however it was also impossible for him to continuously transport food for
thousands of people like this.
「B-But then that means……!」(Aide)
Hearing Kazura’s explanation, the aide made an appeal with a pleading
expression.
When they seek salvation from the God of Benevolence that appeared in front
of their eyes, of all the things, he refused with 「You must solve it yourselves」 .
So of course, he made an objection.
「However, if this keep continue thousands and maybe tens thousands of people
will die starving……!」(Havel)
The aide ―― his name was Havel ―― was rebuked by Isaac to be more prudent.
But, Havel tried to continue speaking directly, so Kazura gently made a smile.
「I did not say that I will forsake you. So that everyone of you may overcome
this crisis, I also will lent a little help.」(Kazura)
Although, to be honest he didn’t want to continue this conversation, but if
he rejected their plea at this point, it could develop in a situation that was unfavorable
to the villagers of Grisea Village.
“Why only Grisea Village received god’s grace freely?” Surely everyone
would think like this.
「Is-Is that true!?」(Havel)
「Greysior-sama……」(Isaac)
“Help”, when they heard this word, Havel’s face immediately brightened as
Kazura nodded yes to his question.
Beside Havel, Isaac’s eyes were moist from being deeply impressed.
「I will teach you about the methods to increase farming output and how to
make efficient tools like the waterwheel. If in a small quantity, then I also
can provide supplies like food……However, there are some conditions.」(Kazura)
「Conditions?」(Isaac)
The both of them who were delighted to receive a god’s assistance,
exchanged glance at each other after hearing the word, “Condition”.
Their appearance was as if saying that they didn’t have the slightest idea
about what would be spoken.
Kazura erased the smile he had shown to them until now, and with a serious
expression, began talking.
「I want you to not interfere in what I will do in Grisea Village from
hereafter. Furthermore, if there is unjustified treatment on either the village
or the villagers, then I will immediately withdraw my support.」(Kazura)
「Greysior-sama, do you mean that we need to give Grisea Village a special
treatment?」(Isaac)
Towards Isaac who asked back with a same serious expression, Kazura shook
his head.
「No, that is not correct. What I mean is for you to not forcibly remove nor
summon the villagers from the village against their will, for the purpose of
siphoning the knowledge they had received from me. About the tax and other
obligations, there will be no problem if it is in accordance to the existing
law. Of course, remaking the law or creating a law loophole for it is also out
of question.」(Kazura)
Kazura stated these in one go. Isaac and Havel who heard this were a bit
surprised
They never expected that Kazura would be that much concerned about Grisea
Village.
Right now, Kazura purported that 「It is not a special treatment」, however when he
said 「Do not interfere in whatever I
will do in the village」, it was already
quite a special treatment.
Actually, the people of Grisea Village had enough food given from Kazura,
and considering the previous rain, the increase in food production would be
guaranteed to happen.
Even if it was said the tax and other obligations amount until now were
good, with that situation this would be deemed as not sufficient.[6]
However, at the present time, Kazura had been called as Greysior himself.
For Isaac and Havel, they surely also couldn’t state any contradictory opinion.
「……We understand. The subject that Greysior-sama had mentioned, I will
personally convey them to this land Lord, Nelson-sama. We will be sure to act
according to Greysior-sama’s intention.」(Isaac)
Hearing Isaac’s reply, Kazura let out a small sigh.
This might seem too high-handed a measure, but somehow he able to secure
they promise to not interfere in his conducts at the village.
Because he was able to secure the promise that wouldn’t cause any inconvenience
to the village, if afterwards he gave some support to this country, he would
able to do it without letting the village meet any trouble.
……Although this was more or less likely to become a troublesome thing to be
deal with, Kazura had also repeatedly accepted this. He thought this was his
best bet.
It wasn’t exaggerated to say that with this, Kazura’s freedom in this other
world. except for inside Grisea Village, had disappeared into oblivion, however
this result was much better than letting himself to be arrested and for the
villagers to be convicted.
「Then, shall I visit Isteria too?」(Kazura)
Kazura said this as he stood up, Isaac and Havel looked at him with a
surprised expression.
「Are you kindly inclined to travel to Isteria!?」(Isaac)
「Yes, I think it will be more convenient this way.」(Kazura)
If only Isaac’s group that return to Isteria, without Kazura the talks
could be arbitrarily deviated, so it would be more convenient for himself to
directly give the explanation.
Although this was quite troublesome, it was necessary for him to go to
Isteria and have a discussion directly with Isteria’s leadership.
「Then, even right now, we can immediately go…… Since the unit also brought
Rata together, Greysior-sama could ride it.」(Isaac)
「Kazura-san.」(Valetta)
When Kazura and Isaac’s group were still discussing, Valetta came running
from the direction of the village.
Valetta saw the kneeling Isaac’s group, so she had guessed how the
discussion developed into.
「Valetta-san, I need to say farewell for some time. I need to go to Isteria
to settle the discussion.」(Kazura)
Hearing Kazura’s words, Valetta tightly clasped both of her hands and
casted her eyes down on the ground.
Seeing her appearance like this, Kazura then said in a hurry.
「It will be fine, I absolutely only go for several days……」(Kazura)
“I will be back”[7], he
said, however Valetta suddenly raised her face and interrupt Kazura’s speech.
「I will also go!」(Valetta)
She boldly declared.
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Next chapter! Prepare for Isteria! The Mystery of “Personal Security Goods”
finally revealed.
[1] The words used in here is Kakkehiki駆け引き that can means bargaining,
but also means strategy/tactic
[2] Genuflection: kneeling, lower one's body briefly by
bending one knee to the ground, typically in worship or as a sign of respect.
This is different from dogeza (prostration). In order of respect: bowing < genuflection
< prostration
[3] In Japanese RAW, Isaac apologizes for calling Kazura
(Greysior) with OMAE, a rather impolite second person pronoun. Since English
only has a single you so I took a little liberty in the translation. In case
you’ve been wondering, Kazura’s way of speech became more formal (even more so
than when he speak with Valetta). Since you know, he’s a “god” and all……
[4] Since God of Benevolence and Fertility sounds weird…
Although in many culture, harvest gods also worshipped for women fertility…
[5] ハベル Haberu = Havel, Haver, Habel, Haber,
Hubel, Huber. Fun fact Haberu can also means 侍る (also read as haberu) = to wait
upon; to serve. The word侍 can also means a waiter, a
server, a retainer/samurai
[6] Since the production is increased, the tax also
proportionally increased. But since Grisea Village hide their true harvest
capability, their tax is lower than what it supposed be.
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DeleteThanks for the new chapter! Great show of dedication Valetta! ( *• ̀ω•́ )b
ReplyDeleteBro, perlu gw ngecek harga buku di kinokuniya ga? Buku kalo yg lu pesen sendiri kalo pas ga ada di stok
ReplyDeleteWonder what Issac's fiancee, his boss's daughter, forgot her name, will do when she sees him at her home. The same goes for her maid, who accidentally stole from him, too.
ReplyDeleteSince when Issac have a girl? His boss's daughter even reject him (secretly)
DeleteIsaac was still wooing the ruler's daughter, iirc. And i have said it before, isaac should end up with his right hand at the end... Greysior-sama needs all the available girls. :3
Deletekneel down before your god! rofl.
ReplyDeleteKneel before Zod!
DeleteThat is correct ~ Do not let the most desirable bachelor out of your sight or you are going to lose out on the harem plan.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chapter!
ReplyDeleteMakacih atas chapternya bro!
ReplyDeleteBOW DOWN MORTALS.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
ReplyDeleteYou mere mortals cannot compare to the filthy rich Greysior-sama
ReplyDeleteKazura will run out of money within weeks if he's not careful.
ReplyDeletethank you for the chapter!
Terima kasih atas chapter-nya!
ReplyDeleteOnly 2.5 million people? That really isn't alot.... i mean he has access to modern fertilizers GM high yield seeds, pesticidess and such, just like bring over couple trucks full of GM seeds and problem solved.
ReplyDeletegoogd job yukkuri
ReplyDeleteHey, at docs, in the first page, the edited part is the blue one, I believe. You posted the other part.
ReplyDeleteAnd my brain is here like : how the flock would i prove that iam greysior? Do i need to dodge sword slashes or untie ropes?....im the great wizard greysoir!!....
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Btw some religion they have to make light of a being who is possibly god
I am god! You don't have to come to me, I'll go to you! Would you like a bj? Here, have my anus!
ReplyDeletei hate how spineless are all japanese mc, argh
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