Isekai Nonbiri Sozai Saishu Seikatsu - Chapter 105

“You two, Shuu-san, seem to be having so much fun fishing,”

On the amber-tinted beach, Nelge puffed her cheeks.

The reason being, when she went to check on us, who hadn’t returned for a while, she found us enjoying fishing together.

Competing to see who could catch more Silverfish, who could reel in a bigger catch, Klaus and I ended up spending most of the afternoon fishing.

However, Nelge seemed to have wanted to enjoy it with her brother Klaus and everyone together.

“It’s my prerogative whether I fish or not.”

“Mmm, you always say such cold things, onii-sama.”

But Klaus didn’t engage, knowing that, well.

Well, we had fun on our own, too. There was absolutely no regret in that time.

“…”

“What’s wrong?”

Thinking so in my heart, Saffy looked at us deeply.

“Is Shuu-kun picking a guy over a beautiful girl in a swimsuit…?”

“Please refrain from making misleading remarks.”

Now that I think about it, I left the beautiful girl in a swimsuit to play with Klaus. It’s understandable that Saffy would scold me for that.

“I also wanted to gather with Shuu-san a little more.”

“I-I’m sorry.”

Ah, even Lumia looked up at us with a disappointed expression.

While being scolded by Saffy was fine, hearing such things from Lumia was unbearable.

“Shuu-kun, are you free tomorrow?” Saffy suddenly asked, leaving me puzzled as I answered.

“Tomorrow? My tasks are finished, so I am free.”

“In that case, would you accompany me for an investigation of the Undersea Temple?”

“That’s the request you were given, right Saffy-san?”

“Yes, indeed. Since Shuu-kun has the Sea Guardian’s Bracelet, it would be helpful if you could come with me.”

“It’s reassuring to have Shuu-san around!”

Lumia’s eyes sparkled as if supporting Saffy.

I see, so we’re making up for today’s activities with an investigation of the Undersea Temple tomorrow.

“Understood. I am personally interested in the Undersea Temple as well, so please allow me to accompany you.”

“I appreciate it. Then, please meet at the beach where you was assigned that first request tomorrow morning.”

“Got it!”

After saying so, Saffy and Lumia entered the swimsuit shop, as if the conversation had ended.

“Onii-sama, let’s go to the Undersea Temple too!”

“It’s too far, and besides, we don’t have any items that would allow us to stay underwater for long.”

Nelge felt downcast at Klaus’s realistic observation.

“While the Undersea Temple might be difficult, since we caught many Silverfish, let’s cook together!”

“That sounds great! Let’s return to the mansion and cook!”

My reassurance seemed to have worked as Nelge smiled happily.

“Onii-sama, this kind of support is important, you know?”

Ignoring Nelge’s added words, Klaus snorted and brushed it off.

♦ ♦ ♦

The day after playing with everyone at the beach.

After finishing breakfast I came to the designated meeting place on the beach.

Unlike yesterday’s beach, there aren’t many people here because it’s not suitable for swimming.

Several boats are docked at the harbor, with fishermen preparing for their catch.

The sea feels quieter compared to yesterday. The sound of gentle waves is soothing.

“Sorry to keep you waiting, Shuu-san!”

As I walked along the beach waiting, Lumia’s voice echoed.

Turning around, I saw Lumia standing with Saffy, who was yawning.

Lumia seemed apologetic for arriving late, while Saffy didn’t seem to care, creating an interesting contrast in attitudes.

“No, I just arrived too.”

“Oh, that’s a classic line for a date.”

It seems that even in this other world, that line is considered a classic. How curious.

By the way, we’re not here for swimming today, so we’re not in swimsuits. A bit disappointing.

“Where is the Undersea Temple located?”

“To the south. It’s further inland on the island you headed for during salvage.”

“Got it. Shall we head there now?”

I was about to infuse magic into the Ocean Guardian’s Bracelet, but Saffy raised a voice of caution.

“Wait. If you use magic items from here, your magic won’t last long.”

“Is that so?”

“We’ve borrowed a boat to get to the island. We’ll use the items from there to dive.”

“I see, that would be faster.”

“Ordinary people usually don’t have enough magic, so they don’t even consider such things…”

Saffy gave me an exasperated look as I nodded in understanding.

It seems having a lot of magic power has turned me into someone with no common sense.

If I had rented a boat during the salvage, it might have been done faster.

No, diving into the sea to gather materials is also important.

That wasn’t a waste for me.

As I reassured myself, I followed Saffy and Lumia as they walked towards the harbor.

Approaching a small-sized boat, Saffy called out to a man who seemed to be the captain.

“Hey, captain. We’re renting the boat as promised.”

“Alright, but don’t damage it, okay?”

“Leave it to me. I’m confident in my steering skills.”

I was shocked to hear such a conversation.

“Huh? Saffy, you can operate a boat?”

“My master often requests such investigations, so I’m used to it.”

“Wow, you’re versatile.”

It’s surprising, to say the least, that she can not only perform alchemy but also steer a boat.

After Saffy paid the fee, the captain disembarked from the boat.

Just as he left, Lumia and I boarded.

It’s not a large ship, but it’s spacious enough for three people to move around comfortably. It doesn’t feel as cramped as I expected.

“We’re going to hoist the sails, so pull that rope over there!”

“Got it!”

I pulled the rope indicated by Saffy, and the previously closed sail unfurled.

The anchor must have already been raised, as the ship, caught by the wind, gradually moved away from the harbor.

Saffy was steering at the center of the ship.

“Alright, we’ve caught the wind. You two can just enjoy the view or something.”

Upon Saffy’s instruction, Lumia and I decided to gaze at the scenery from the deck.

“The breeze feels wonderful.”

“Yes, indeed. We don’t get to experience this kind of wind in Grantel.”

Perhaps due to the strong sea breeze, the ship was moving faster than I had anticipated.

The wind, saturated with the scent of the sea, brushed against my entire body.

Lumia’s hair danced in the air next to me.

If I could enjoy the view from the ship like this, then coming out today was definitely worth it.

“Oh! Something jumped over there!”

“Where?”

“Over there!”

Lumia, a bit more excited than usual, leaned closer and pointed.

Ahead, a fish with sharp fins was leaping up and down on the surface of the sea.

“You’re right.”

“Why do you think that fish is jumping?”

Lumia tilts her head as she watches the jumping fish.

“Well, it might be leaping like that to protect itself from predators by jumping far away. There are also big fish in the sea that swim frighteningly fast.”

“I see, that makes sense!”

I just applied the reason that flying fish in my past life jumped, so it’s uncertain if it applies to that fish too, but contemplating the evolution of creatures like this is surprisingly enjoyable.

When the jumping fish disappears, I start scanning around the ship.

Looking down to see if there are any interesting fish around, a gray fish pops its head out of the water.

“Oh!”

Curious, I lean over, and a splash of seawater hits my face.

“What?! What happened, Shuu-san? Oh, it’s cute!”

“Kyukyukyukyukyu!”

Is it a mammal like a dolphin? It’s quite big.

The fish seemed to be laughing at me after drenching me with water.

I catch a glimpse of Lumia beside me, secretly laughing as well.

“Hey, don’t just aim at me, make sure you hit Lumia-san too.”

Kyuu!

When I ask, it’s as if the fish understood, as it splashes water at Lumia’s face too.

“Ah! Shuu-san~”

“The one being mean isn’t me, it’s this fish that splashed you.”

“No, it was Shuu-san just now.”

Lumia turns away, seeming a bit sulky.

However, after a moment, both of us start laughing.

Both of us had ended up completely soaked.