Isekai Nonbiri Sozai Saishu Seikatsu - Chapter 213

I made a report on past subjugations, and submitted some materials from the Kraken and Geinos.

Upon seeing this, Rabis turned pale and retreated to the back floor.

It seemed they would now contact Lucas and the investigation team at the Undersea Temple, as well as conduct interviews with the Dark Elf tribe where Leilushka resides.

I had been neglecting a more important report than I had thought, and I couldn’t help but feel guilty about it.

That said, I had missed my chance to ask about which monsters would be well received if captured alive using the Stun Needle.

“Is there something on your mind?”

While I stood dazed at the counter, the receptionist, Shreddi, called out to me.

Since registering with the guild, Rabis had been handling most of my matters, so it felt like it had been a long time since I had spoken with another receptionist.

“Are there any monsters around Grantel that people would be happy to have captured alive?”

If I were only demonstrating the effect of the Stun Needle, any regular monster would do, but if possible, I wanted to capture something that would be appreciated.

After thinking for a moment, Shreddi finally spoke.

“Glass Mice.”

“The ones with transparent crystals growing on their backs?”

They were hedgehog-like monsters that lived in the plains near Grantel.

I had seen them a few times from a distance but had never actually hunted one.

“Yes. The crystals growing on a Glass Mouse’s back contain magical energy. If harvested after the creature is killed, the energy dissipates and degrades the material. However, if extracted while the creature is still alive, it serves as a high-quality raw material for glass production.”

Harvesting the crystals from a living creature sounded a bit cruel, but if it meant obtaining high-quality materials, then it couldn’t be helped.

“There just so happens to be a request for collecting Glass Mouse crystals. Would you like to accept it?”

“Please.”

“Understood. I’ll proceed with the request process.”

With that, Shreddi quickly processed the request.

She was knowledgeable about monsters and handled her work efficiently—truly a capable guild staff member.

“The request is now registered. The better the quality of the crystals, the higher the purchase price.”

“Got it. I’ll do my best to collect high-quality crystals.”

Alright, with this, I could both demonstrate the Stun Needle and fulfill the collection request. Like two birds with one stone.

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By the time I left the Adventurers’ Guild, the sun was already nearing its peak.

I had only intended to make a brief appearance, but reporting various things ended up taking longer than expected.

I hurried toward Saffy and Lumia’s shop.

For lunch, I bought a sandwich from a street stall along the way and ate while walking to fill my stomach.

As I approached the shop, I could already see Saffy and Lumia standing there, fully prepared.

It seemed I had kept them waiting.

“Sorry to keep you waiting. My report at the guild took longer than expected.”

“Honestly. A man making a woman wait—how improper, Shuu-kun.”

“Don’t worry about it, Shuu-san. Our master just woke up a little while ago and only finished preparing moments ago.”

Despite her haughty remark, it seemed Saffy herself had only just woken up and gotten ready.

I felt a small sense of gratitude for her laziness.

“Alright, let’s head out through the south gate.”

“Yes!”

With everyone gathered, we set off.

Heading south through the residential district, we arrived at the south gate, where we held up our guild plates and stated our purpose before exiting.

Beyond the south gate, a straight road stretched ahead, with vast plains spreading out on either side.

“It’s been a while since I’ve been outside the city.”

“You should go out once in a while—staying inside too much isn’t good for your health, you know?”

Hearing Lumia grumble like that suggested she hardly ever left the city herself.

An endless green carpet stretched to the horizon, blending with the blue sky in the distance. It was a sight rarely seen in my previous life in Japan.

As we walked along the road, Saffy asked, “You said you’d be demonstrating the Stun Needle, but do you have a specific monster in mind?”

“I’m thinking of harvesting crystals from Glass Mice.”

“I see. Lumia, what are Glass Mouse crystals used for?”

Without hesitation, Lumia answered, “By combining them with regular glass in alchemy, you can create glass that is both stronger and more transparent.”

Since she studies diligently on a regular basis, Lumia seems to have a solid grasp of the monsters inhabiting the Grantel region.

“That’s right. Thanks to that, Glass Mouse crystals are a highly sought-after material often used in the glasswork of mansions where royalty and nobility reside. However, if harvested after death, the magical energy seeps out, causing the crystal to degrade. I’m looking forward to seeing how you solve that issue using the Stun Needle.”

“You can count on me.”

Replying to Saffy, I searched for Glass Mice and activated my investigation skill.

Releasing waves of magical energy across a wide area, I detected a Glass Mouse about 200 meters ahead.

“The target is over there.”

“Oh, you already found it? Shuu-kun, your detection skill is really handy.”

Stepping off the road, we made our way across the soft grass of the plains toward the Glass Mouse’s location.

Moving straight ahead, it wasn’t long before we spotted the creature—its gray body covered with transparent crystals.

It hadn’t noticed us yet, leisurely waddling along on its short legs.

“It’s so cute!”

“If you get caught up in that mindset, you’ll end up with a crystal lodged deep in you.”

“I-I know that!”

Although Saffy warned her, Lumia’s expression still seemed slightly softened.

【Glass Mouse – Danger Level D】

A rodent-type monster inhabiting the area around Grantel.

It has a ferocious temperament and will launch the crystals on its back when it spots an enemy.

These crystals contain magical energy and serve as a high-quality glass material, but once the creature dies, the magic dissipates, causing the crystals to degrade.

For the best quality crystals, it is recommended to capture the creature alive before harvesting.

Appraisal revealed the information about the Glass Mouse.

As Shreddi and Saffy had mentioned, it seemed that once the creature died, the crystals on its back would indeed deteriorate.

Normally, I would have to use magic somehow to restrain it, but now I had the Stun Needle.

“Now, I’ll show you a new way to use the Stun Needle.”

“This should be interesting.”

“I’m excited to see how it works.”

With their curious gazes fixed on me, I gripped the Stun Needle and advanced.

If the Glass Mouse detected me, it would likely use its rare back crystals as weapons.

The best approach would be to neutralize it before it even had the chance to react.

Suppressing my presence, I crept closer and activated my investigation skill.

I searched for points on its body where an electric current would paralyze it entirely.

Soon, three red dots appeared—on its forehead, abdomen, and left side.

Since aiming for the abdomen or left side would be difficult, the forehead was the best choice.

Once I was within range, I dashed forward in one swift motion.

The Glass Mouse, nibbling on grass, twitched its ears as if sensing something.

But it was already too late. Having prepared in advance, I extended the Stun Needle.

As the Glass Mouse turned toward me, the needle’s tip pierced its forehead.

“Stun.”

At that moment, I flipped the switch, sending an electric current through the needle.

“Kyuu!?”

The Glass Mouse let out a shriek, its body trembling before going completely still.

“It’s still alive, right?”

“Yes. Since it remains conscious like this, it hasn’t died.”

I tried stroking it as a test. It neither bit me nor launched any crystals, allowing me to pet it without issue.

“This isn’t just simple paralysis, is it? Unlike ordinary paralysis, the Glass Mouse can’t move even a millimeter.”

As an expert in lightning magic, Saffy immediately saw through it—recognizing that this wasn’t just the result of an electric shock. Impressive.

“That’s right. By inserting the needle into a specific pressure point and running a current through it, I’ve induced a state where the muscles are completely unable to move.”

“I understand the logic, but is something like that even possible?”

“Normally, no. The anatomy of monsters varies greatly. You’d have to understand each one perfectly and apply the technique precisely.”

“I use my skill to compensate for that.”

“I see. So, by leveraging your skill, you can comprehend their bodily structures. That’s quite remarkable.”

It was a technique only made possible by the cheat-like skill granted to me by the gods.

“Um, the Glass Mouse won’t be able to move for a while, right? Can I pet it too?”

“Go ahead.”

Once I gave permission, Lumia fearlessly reached out and touched the Glass Mouse.

Even though it was immobilized, touching a monster still took courage—but as always, her boldness was impressive.

“Wow, it’s so warm. And its fur is surprisingly soft.”

Lumia’s face lit up with bliss.

Even though it was classified as a Danger Level D monster, once stunned, it was no different from handling a hedgehog.

“Since it’s stunned, let’s harvest the crystals now.”

“Yes, let’s.”

After satisfying her curiosity with a few strokes, Lumia took out a wire saw and began cutting the crystals growing on the Glass Mouse’s back.

Though I felt a little guilty harvesting them while it was unable to move, this was necessary to obtain such a rare material.

Hardening my heart, I also took a wire saw from my magic bag and began cutting the crystals.