Chapter 9

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[Well, Your Highness. I’d like to borrow Kuro-sama for a while.]

[Well, I guess I’ll have to change my schedule and go with …….]

[Please, Your Highness. Today’s meeting is very important, and cannot be rescheduled. Instead, please show Master Black that you can do your job.]

[All right, today’s meeting is about the landslide in the Eastern Territories. Let’s go! Al.]

[Huh. …… Your Highness has been a pain in the ass lately.]

Today is the day we’re going to visit the translator that we were talking about the other day. However, His Highness had some work that he couldn’t miss, so he couldn’t accompany me on my trip.

His Highness and Mr. Al set off on their business trip while I, the Prime Minister, and Ms. Mara went to visit the maker of the magic tools.

However, just before each of us left, His Highness began to complain. What a child. [I’ve told you the same thing before. I don’t want to go to a gathering of old men!] His Highness, who had been a pain in the ass, whined as hugged me tightly and wouldn’t let go.

Somehow His Highness let go when encouraged by Al and Mara. Perhaps they promised to move up the schedule … Either way, hurry up and do something about the landslide.

In the end, Mara’s words seemed to have flicked a switch inside His Highness. That’s great, Mara.

And Al, you’re showing your true colors. I’m worried that you’re going to lose your job one of these days…

Finally, we started moving to our respective destinations. Phew, it was painful to be squeezed by hard muscles all morning. Well, of course, he’s actually being gentle with me. Otherwise, I’d have been suffocated by the power of his muscles by now. Ugh, I have a feeling that my muscles are going to start appearing in my dreams soon…

By all means, let’s hope that day never comes.

Thinking about such a chaotic morning, and praying that I would dream of being buried in carrots instead of muscles, I soothed my fatigue in the Chancellor’s arms.

It was the first time I had ever been carried by the Chancellor. The Chancellor also said something like, [This is the first time I’ve ever held an animal in my arms….] He’s very steady. It’s so stable that you can’t help but doze off. Unlike Mara, I don’t have a cushion (haha), but I do have a calm heartbeat to listen to, and the gentle pressure of the arms holding me, neither too strong nor too weak.

Oh, my God, this is going to become a habit. The sleepiness is amazing, …….

Finally, we sailed across to an island on a boat.I’m still stable; so comfortable.

[Kuro-sama…? Oh, she must’ve been exhausted.]

[Ahaha, you look very comfortable.]

[Well, it’s true that even if people don’t know the truth about Kuro-sama, they can still be healed just by looking at her. That’s why they call her the Holy Beast of Healing, after all.]

[Indeed. Really, the atmosphere of the castle has improved a lot since Kuro-sama’s arrival. I really appreciate it.]

The black rabbit, unaware that the two of them were watching her warmly, would sometimes sniffle in her sleep and continue to doze.

The sound of a knock on the door made my ears perk up reflexively and I woke up.

I’m not sure when I fell asleep, but I must have at some point. Before I knew it, we had arrived at the room of the person who makes the magic tools.

Oh, by the way, I haven’t heard what kind of person they’ll be. Well, based on the flow of events so far, I haven’t met anyone scary, so I think I’ll be fine. ……

When we knocked on the door, the person in question didn’t answer, even after we waited for some time so the Prime Minister simply said, [Excuse me,] and entered the room. What? Can we really do that? Just enter without permission?

[Lindy-dono, excuse me.]

[Ah…you were here, Eric-sama.]

[I’m sorry for intruding. I wasn’t sure if you were back yet…]

[No, it’s okay, I only just came back yesterday. Thank you for coming by so soon.]

The one who made the magic tools was a boy, maybe twelve years old? He was about twelve years old. He was already working at the royal palace even though he was so young, which meant he was an excellent person. I’m not sure what to make of this.

But what the heck…?! This person …… has a thug-like atmosphere that scares me. He has red hair that is messy and unkempt. The eyes are pale purple and clear, but the circles around the eyes are thick and dark. How long has it been since you slept? I mean, how are you even awake, let alone working? It’ll affect your growth, you know? You’re still growing, after all! Also, his black cape, which is tattered and worn, gives him an even more ominous vibe.

I never thought I’d come here and meet this kind of scary person. I’m scared. I’m sorry. I’m really not sure how to react.

As soon as my eyes meet the thug’s, I feel like a frog being stared at by a snake,……, or a rabbit being stared at by a wolf. I felt myself shrink back, and, in my fear, I turned and rubbed my head against the Chancellor’s chest.

Please don’t look at me! I’m just a simple rabbit!

[Lindy, can’t you do something about that appearance of yours? Also, can’t you do something about those dark circles under your eyes? Haven’t I told you before? Your appearance is so intimidating that people around you get frightened, so you should take better care of yourself! See, even Kuro-sama has become so frightened! Poor thing.]

The Chancellor stroked this poor thing with a delicate hand. I’m sorry if I ever thought you were a bad person, Chancellor! I won’t make the same mistake again!

[I can’t help it because it’s just ……. Once I’m curious, I just can’t stop until I’m satisfied. On the contrary, it makes it impossible to sleep. Besides, I’m trying to sleep more than before, I swear.] The punk replied. He didn’t sound very convincing.

While I was thinking that, I glanced at him and turned my face away because our eyes were about to meet again.

I can’t tell if it’s a good day or a bad day outside because the windows here are cloudy with dirt.

[…So, is that the black thing you want the translator built for?]

[Yes. It’s His Highness’s sincere request, and this time, I’m asking for it too. Will you accept?]

Hmm? What do you mean, this time? Could it be that you’ve asked for one before?

[I see. Normally, I’d refuse if it was just His Highness’s request, but if you’re asking for it too, Eric, I suppose this must be a special case. I know this rabbit can’t be normal because it’s such a black colour, but still…]

[The last time, His Highness asked for a horse translator, didn’t he?]

[I told him that it was impossible to make such an item when it was just an ordinary horse with no magic power, but he wouldn’t listen. He even threatened me!]

No way, is that true, Mara? Hmmm… I suppose I can understand since I can understand other animals. Even if the translator was powered by magic power, both sides need to have their own magic power, right?

…But Your Highness, why are you sending this child threats? In addition, the Chancellor is apparently more trustworthy than you…What are you doing to your reputation, Your Highness?

[Hey, that black thing over there…]

Oh, no! Don’t call out to me when I’m off guard! What?!

[Let me pet it.]

No! Please don’t eat me!…huh? Pet…? Why?

[Let me touch that soft fur; it’s so tempting to touch it.]

You’re not going to rip it off, are you? If I lose my fur, I’ll just be a big rat! I don’t want that!

Of course, there was no way that my cries would be heard, so the Chancellor handed me over to the thug without quarrel. In no time at all, I was in the thug’s arms.

[… Wow, you’re so fluffy.]

Huh, maybe I’ve been making a fuss for no reason. Though you look really scary, you look really happy for some reason. I was a little surprised; I wasn’t actually that afraid anymore. I sat quietly in his arms for now.

I survived, fur intact

[Anyway, let’s measure her magic power first.]

The punk-looking boy put me on the ground, looking for the magic detection device. He seemed to be having some trouble, and it was easy to understand why.

I just realized that…this room is too dirty! Books are piled everywhere, like a haphazard mountain ready to tip over.

The floor and chairs are littered with supplies that were probably used in experiments, and there are stains on the carpet, floor, and walls that show that the mess hasn’t been wiped off in some time.

It hasn’t been cleaned in a while, huh? This is bad for your health! The Chancellor doesn’t even have a place to sit, and Mara has to stand at the door.

[Okay, Kuro. Come over here.]

A machine that measures magic power…a crystal? He quickly pushed aside the things on the table in a sloppy manner, putting me on the table.

[All you have to do is put your hand on this crystal.]

So I flicked it with my front paw. Then, a strong light illuminated the room. A strong light illuminated the room, and slowly light particles gathered on the crystal, recording my magic power.

<Attributes> Earth, Water, Light, Darkness

<Amount of magic power> 5760/9999

<Special ability> Healing, Humanization, Escape

<Attack power> 2530/5000

<Defense> 3100/5000

<Agility> 2770/5000

Overall Rank: A

[I’ve heard that you have a lot of magic power, but this incredible amount…? A normal holy beast is limited to about 3000 points of magic power. And it looks like you’re still growing. This rabbit…it’s almost like a phantom beast with four attributes. And then there’s …… humanization! It’ll be a good idea to make sure you train your magic. It would be terrifying if your magic power went out of control. You’re still growing, but you’re already an A-rank! To think such a little black beast would be just one rank below S rank. Incredible.]

Oh, thank you for the detailed explanation. It seems I got a high evaluation. Magic training….It’s a good idea, but I’m a bit of a dullard, you know? Then I’ll try my best! And then when I’ve tried my best, I’ll try my best! Huh? That’s the same thing even though I’ve rephased it? Don’t worry about it.

[Since there are so many attributes, I’m going to have to get a little creative with my translator…Well, look forward to it, Kuro-sama! I’m going to make you something really good!]

Then he smiled at me, though his pale face was as pale as ever. I wonder if he liked my fluffiness after all? My fur is very soft and fine, thanks to Mara’s daily brushing.

Fluffy is strong. I’m glad my fur is so soft. Thanks to you, I was able to negotiate with this boy and convince him to build me a translator.

[It’s unusual for you to be in such a good mood. I’m looking forward to seeing it when it’s ready.]

The Chancellor seemed to be relieved by the thug’s good mood.

After that, we left. He said that when the translator is ready, he will bring it to the Royal Palace, where His Highness and I are. Ooh! So now I’ll be able to talk to you all!

I’m really looking forward to it! I have so many things to tell you! I’ve got so many things to talk about! I also got excited imagining what it would be like when the translator was ready. I was so excited that when I arrived at His Highness’ private quarters, I bounced on the floor, over and over again. I bounced and bounced, and my body, which stretched as I bounced, bounced along.

♪Hahumm♪ I can’t wait for my translator to come!

When His Highness returned, he looked incredibly worn out. So, His Highness said that he needed to replenish his energy using my healing powers, and buried his face in my neck…I just let him be.

I felt like he’d turn into ashes if I left him alone.

Phew, it’s hard to heal him, but I hope he can be healed by my soft fluffiness. And of course, as a calculating rabbit, I figured that if I worked hard, I could get Mara to give me a carrot.

Ah, I want to eat a big, juicy carrot.

TL Note: Hi, I’m back from my short hiatus! I’m adding another new machine translator to the mix, so the prose might be a bit smoother or different. Also, I’ve added some indents to commentary and descriptions from Kuro’s POV. Story wise, hopefully she’ll get her translator soon! And master that interesting skill…

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