Chapter 508 Kuromaku Survey

Naanas investigation of the Kuromaku city revealed many things easily.

And you, Narikin, even though we got Toys body under our control, I still think youre giving this Naana too much freedom. Its okay, though. But you have even shown her the map.

However, the map shown by the dungeon function is a normal map that is usually used around here. Somewhat that part is okay. And should he want it, Narikin can always get a detailed map by taking aerial photos with a little bird (trans), so honestly, its nothing to be worried about.

Ah, Still, I feel like I had to remind Narikin again not to tell anyone about Sotos [storage] transport ability.

So, this dot here is Nayuta and Setsuna. The others are merchant, spy, and adventurer.

Mmm! So spies are infiltrating Gollen Village? Master, this is a dire situation!

((No, that much is expected, Narikin. Think about it, Nayuta and Setsuna are also spies for the Wakoku. Instead, it was strange if our defenseless village didnt have any spies at all.))

Yeah, it seems to be better now since the White Goddesss subordinate is protecting Gollen village, but Im sure there are spies who they deliberately let loose.

Because if you shut them out completely, they will suspect that the village has a critical amount of confidential information, and that will cause more trouble than its worth. Its better to let the unimportant information flow moderately.

It seems that they have a quota of two magical objects per day. Thats quite a pace under normal circumstances.

((Theyve been captured?))

Seems like it, but I havent made any contact with her yet, though my sister might have recognized my face. That girl has sharp instincts.

Toy sister, Setsuna, is a skilled fighter on equal footing with Niku. she is a beastman, a mixture of a lop-eared dog and a rabbit, but her appearance somehow felt natural. Her bunny part was probably what gave her extra vigilance.

((Did you find anything in your infiltration?))

I was listening in, but it most unlikely that they are the source of the magic potion from Chaos Pharmaceutical. I highly doubt that Leona-sama is involved this time.

((Thats convenient, if you already have the information, they can cooperate with you, and the investigation will proceed quickly.))

Naana nods. At the same time, Narikin put his hand on his chin and started thinking about something.

Master, how should we move? What should we do to establish contact?

((Ah, about that, just say you like the work and want to directly order it. You can tell the craftsman that you wont do the transaction unless you can meet the artisan, or you can try to buy Nayuta herself from them.))

Naana is good at that. Ill leave it to her.

Understood, sir by the way, Master Kehma? Im not sure if I should say this, but doesnt this man trust me too much?

(( It doesnt change the fact that you are useful as a servant, this time too, keep your guard up, Narikin.))

Of course, Master, Im always vigilant.

Seriously, be wary of her!

But arent Kehma-sama was the one who says [this time too], it means the other time is okay?

I will pretend I didnt hear that.

3rd party POV:

Naana immediately led Narikin and the others to the place where Nayuta and the others were forced to work- the magic tool workshop.

When they asked to speak with the artisan at the workshop (with some bribe, of course), they were taken into a reception room.

My wife is very fond of this work. She would like to meet the artisan.

Im very honored. I am the maker of this magic tool.

The man who responded was an overweight, dark-skinned man.

Of course, this man could not be Nayuta. He is not even a beastman. Rokufa noticed this and tilted her head, and said, huh?. Naana predicted this kind of careless reaction. She immediately followed up.

Oh, you noticed, Mistress? Yes, its different. Youre not the maker of this particular item. Are you?

Hm? But that magic tool belongs to my studio. In other words, its my work as the head of the workshop.

My Madam was not talking about the whole jewelry itself. She was impressed by how beautiful the circuitry of the magic tools, isnt that right, madam?

Oh, yes, yes. This magic tool circuit is really well made!

Rokufa nodded her head in agreement with Naanas follow-up.

Yes, thats why we wanted to order it directly from the craftsman.

I see, I see. Ill let them know what you want.

You mean you cant let me see the craftsman? My wife wants to see him. Im sure the workshop manager can manage that. Hes your subordinate, right? you can just call him.

Our craftsmen are very shy, and they are not used to talk with a customer.

Is that so?

Then Narikin puts a silver coin on the table.

Thats a problem

The head of the workshop kept his eyes on the silver coin while looked troubled.

Is theres a reason why you cant let me see him? For example, is it made by a slave?

Master, it must be that! Its made by a beastman slave! Madam, how it feels if it was made by a beast slave? Oh no, how dirty that thing is!

i-I dont know what youre talking about. You must not slander people like that!

Thats right, Naana. Naturally, people will be using the slave to make things, dont they?

But when it comes to beastman slaves, its a different story, isnt that right, Madam?

The workshop manager had no choice but to sweat profusely at Naanas accusation since it was true that the beastman slaves were the ones who were making his products.

In this country, selling products made by beastman slaves is a rather controversial issue. Many people dont mind it, but those who do will avoid it at all costs. The idea is based on the teachings of the Light Religion, which says that the human race is the most superior race.

I dont particularly care for it, but because this magic tool is a very wonderful art. Is it really impossible to meet the craftsman?

Madam! thats not good if

Well, I could somewhat understand since Naana is a native of this country. But stop it. I dont like how a mere servant is interfering with my wifes wishes any further.

i-Im sorry, I didnt mean to interfere.

Well, Mr. Head Workshop. We are travelers, and we have no particular aversion to beastmen. We care not for what race he is. Call him.

Narikin added another silver coin to the stack. He one-sidedly assumes that the magic tools craftsman is a beastman, but the workshop manager didnt seem to notice that. He gently snatched up the silver coin on the table and put it in his pocket.

Oh, if Mr. customer is a traveler, then it cannot be helped. But I beg you to keep this a secret. Also, Ill need a bit of time to clean them a bit, if you dont mind.

Very well.

Thus, Narikin and the others succeeded in making contact with Nayuta.