Isekai Nonbiri Nouka - Chapter 869

Chapter 869: State of the Village in Winter and Ice

When Hakuren and Grafaroon didn’t return for quite some time, I began to wonder. But then, they finally came back.

It seems they were assisting Tiselle over there, which caused the delay.

Their task involved cleaning the riverbed near the ruined harbor for rebuilding, clearing away the accumulated mud and debris in their dragon forms.

And Grafaroon too?

Well done, both of you.

I guide Grafaroon to the kotatsu where Doraim is resting.

...

Doraim had been playing happily with his grandson, Kukulkan, on the kotatsu. However, at that moment, Kukulkan decided to move over to Grafaroon.

Unfortunate timing, it seems.

My apologies, Doraim.

Are you all right?

If that’s the case, then it’s fine.

Ah, speaking of which, what about flying carpet?

You’re always with Kukulkan, right?

It is unusual for him to let you go like now so the oni maid took it away for cleaning.

Even though I know Kukulkan will be upset, the flying carpet was so dirty that it couldn’t be helped.

Let’s check out the flying carpet later.

Also, I’ll express my gratitude to the oni maid who washed it.

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By the way, the act of dredging the mud and debris from the riverbed that Hakuren and the others performed is called dredging.

It took me a moment to recall that term.

I’ve heard of it before, but it’s not a term I use often.

How many times have I called it mud throwing instead of dredging?

But I managed to remember.

That’s a relief.

Also, in the village, we regularly maintain the reservoirs, waterways, and nearby rivers. The pond turtles handle the reservoirs, while the lizardmen take care of the waterways and rivers. I haven’t participated in a while, so it took some effort to recall.

Reflect, me.

I’ll join the next waterway dredging next time.

If I’m in the way, I’ll just keep an eye on it.

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Hakuren had a letter from Tiselle.

The letter contained updates on recent events, including the exploits of Hakuren and Grafaroon, as well as news of Metora’s marriage.

I see.

Ah, so Metora got married.

I should send my congratulations.

Hmm?

In an attempt to oppose Metora’s marriage, four male representatives of the impure dragon clan arrived?@@novelbin@@

Oh, Metora must be quite popular.

...

Upon closer reading, it was a bit different.

All four male dragons were already married.

It seems they didn’t want to marry Metora themselves.

They came from Guinell, Metora’s husband to be.

They hoped that he stayed single.

As for Dors...

He’s drinking with Girar, Doraim, and the ice monster.

Raimeiren keeps glancing at you—I think you better tone down your laughter.

Also, phoenix chick Aegis.

Can you stop perching on the ice monster’s head?

The ice monster is melting in a weird way.

Fortunately, the ice seems to freeze into part of its body before it hits the floor or chairs, thanks to its natural chill.

The ice monster’s cold aura is formidable, but apparently, it can adjust the ambient temperature somewhat.

According to my experience......its cooling effect range should be from a commercial freezer to a cooler with a light setting.

Honestly, I wish it had come here during summer.

Ah, for now, as long as it maintains a comfortable cooling effect, all is well.

You’re staying at the Kamakura outside? Are you okay with that?

It’s comfortable.

But you are worried about how the Cocytus wolves and Fenrirs are looking at you?

I’ve already explained to them that you know Ursa so it’s fine.

Tell them again......

Tip-tap-tip-tap, the Cocytus wolf approached and clarified.

They weren’t on high alert.

Ah, it turns out they simply wanted the ice monster to create things like ice slides and ice maze.

I see.

But asking the ice monster for such a thing...

I thought it might be troublesome, but the ice monster didn’t mind.

Thank you in advance.

No no, you can start working on them tomorrow.

You’ve been invited to play mahjong in the morning so you plan to do it now?

You enjoy lying on the ice bed, but since you’re a monster, you don’t even need to sleep?

Your night vision is also sharp so there’s no problem?

Got it.

Well then, please.

I’d like to give you something in return......

You’d like me to tell Ursa that you worked hard?

I don’t mind but.....

You’d like me to remind Ursa to not do anything rash?

My apologies.

I don’t know what happened to you, but it seems like you’ve been through quite a bit.

I’ll make sure to remind her.

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Next day.

In Big Tree Village, there stood a colossal ice slide and an enormous ice maze.

The children were overjoyed, but...

Well, what the heck?

Having the entrance to the mansion directly connected to the maze?

This will make everyday life difficult.

Also, if they’re not careful, people will get lost.