Chapter 15

"We've arrived, everyone."

Entia slams on the brakes.

We stand at the entrance to Abatokusu Village, where Beowulf lives, for the first time since yesterday morning.

"Already here!?"

Everyone, including me, is surprised.

No wonder, considering that the distance to the town, which took us half a day to walk yesterday, was covered by Entia in just about 30 minutes when she ran at full speed.

"Amazing, Entia!"

"Amazing, amazing!"

"Hehe, I can still run faster, you know?"

Praised by me and Mawr, Entia proudly tilts her nose up into the air.

"Because I was pulling the cargo, I considered the safety of the supplies and the people on board, and tried to minimize the impact as much as possible. Normally—"

"Wow! What an incredible genius driver-like statement!?"

I never thought this kid had such talent.

I think to myself.

Maybe with Entia, the delivery to the town could be much smoother.

If we could establish a circulation system where we go and return once a day instead of every few days, it would be a significant benefit for the village.

"Come on, Mako, let's go see everyone in the village right away."

Meanwhile, Ram, Bagoz, and Uga pull the cargo to the village entrance.

"Everyone will be surprised! After all, this time it's all thanks to you!"

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"Wow! You guys are surprisingly early!"

In the center of the village square.

As we arrive, the villagers gather one by one.

"So, how did it go? What was the result of this trip—"

"Yeah, first, let's talk about the money."

Ram, Bagoz, and Uga distribute the currency to the exhibitors.

The beast people who contributed goods receive the cost after taxes have been deducted.

"And next, the distribution of the supplies—"

Next, Ram reaches for the cloth covering the cargo.

He looks around at everyone's faces dramatically.

"Everyone, thank Mako!"

He suddenly pulls off the dust cover.

"Oooh, ohhh!"

Cheers rise up.

There, on the cargo, was a mountain of supplies.

Food that couldn't be produced through self-sufficiency is usually bought during trips to the town.

This time, they obtained higher-quality meat and vegetables, processed foods, and various daily necessities—medicines, seasonings, and even broken farming tools and furniture.

The villagers were amazed at the sight.

"Awesome! Meat, meat! How did you get such fresh and high-quality meat!?"

"There's a lot of alcohol too!"

"That's why I'm saying, thank Mako! Mako's weapons sold for 150 gold coins!"

"150 gold coins!? Hya, hya, hya, hya, hya!"

The beast people, startled by Ram and Uga's words, look at me in a panic.

"Is it really okay? After all, you earned the money, right?"

"It's fine, it's fine. I've been helped a lot."

I smile at the Beowulfs.

Well, it's true that I've been helped a lot, and mutual aid is important.

Even the Showa Kamen Rider often joined in the battles of his juniors.

At my words, I hear voices from the Beowulfs saying, "God...," "Noble...," "Wife...," and so on. Everyone is from another world, right?

"Alright, let's have a feast tonight!"

One of the Beowulfs raises his fist and shouts.

"Let's celebrate and party until morning, in gratitude to Mako!"

"Hya, hya, hya, hya, hya!"

Yes, yes, it's a great reaction to be so enthusiastically celebrated without any reservations.

But everyone, it's still midday.

The feast starts at night, okay?

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That night, a grand feast was held in Abatokusu Village.

In the village square, large pots and grills were set up haphazardly, and over the burning fires, meat, vegetables, and other processed foods were grilled and boiled.

A lively feast with a variety of dishes and alcohol.

This atmosphere... it's similar to something.

The standing bars with robata grills often found in drinking districts.

Under the cold sky, an outdoor paradise for alcoholics, where they grill meat and seafood over open fires.

It's that kind of atmosphere.

"Ah, it's fun, I haven't felt this happy in a long time."

"Hey, Mako, where are you going?"

Next to Uga, who is drinking and in high spirits, Bagoz notices that I have stood up.

"Yeah, I'm going to take a break. Mawr and Meala seem to be at their limit too."

Next to me, Mawr and Meala are dozing off.

In a completely relaxed tone, I tell the Beowulfs and lead the two of them home.

These two have had a tough day from morning.

I need to let them relax a bit.

"Then, I will too."

Entia, who was eating meat, follows me.

We head back home.

"Here we are, we've arrived. Change into your pajamas and go to bed, okay?"

"...Hmm... Hey, Mako."

Mawr, rubbing his eyes, says.

"Can I sleep next to you tonight?"

"Huh?"

"Meala too."

At Mawr's sudden request, both Meala and I are taken aback.

"I'm fine with it."

"Please."

Meala, who was hesitant, nods reluctantly under Mawr's serious expression.

"But the bed isn't that big for three people..."

"Hehe, then leave it to me."

Entia squats on the floor and curls up.

"Trust me. It's fluffy and soft."

"Then, I'll take you up on your offer."

I lie down on Entia's body.

"Ah..."

It was fluffy and soft.

Like a down comforter that has just been warmed in a dryer.

Soft and smooth white fur, combined with the warmth of her body, made it feel like an electric blanket.

"Hehe, do you like it, ma'am? After all, I am a descendant of the divine wolf, and my comfort is the best."

I don't know how the comfort of a descendant of the divine wolf is related, but I lie down on Entia's body as if being drawn in.

This is a descendant of the divine wolf that ruins people.

Then, Mawr and Meala climb onto either side of me, and in the small house, we close our eyes, huddled together.

"Mako... I'm sorry."

Suddenly, I hear Mawr's voice.

"I wanted to buy delicious fruits and make you happy, but it didn't work out."

"It's okay. We can try again next time."

"...When we were suddenly attacked by thieves in that store, and Meala kept encouraging me, I was really scared."

"..."

"I was afraid that I might be abandoned and die in the town, just like my father and mother."

From the tone of his voice, I can feel how deeply Mawr was afraid.

"...But Mako came."

That fear instantly faded away.

"I thought, 'Mako will definitely help us,' and then Mako came... Thank you, Mako."

Saying this, Mawr leans his head against my chest.

His pair of animal ears tickle my cheek, feeling good.

"..."

At the same time, Meala also leans her head against me from the left.

Usually, she doesn't show her weaknesses and remains silent, but she might have been afraid too.

I quietly wrap my arms around both of them.

Mawr and Meala's ears are fluffy and feel good.

That night, wrapped in something fluffy and warm, I had the best sleep ever.