The Strongest Onmyoji and the Shikigami With AI are Unparalleled in Another World ~ A Second Life Properly Enjoyed Using Artificial Intelligence ~ - Chapter 19

After spending one night at Natalia and Alice’s clan dormitory, I woke up early in the morning.

“Good morning, Master.”

AI-chan greeted me, leaning on the bed and peering down at me.

“Good morning. You’re up early.”

Even though we slept in the same bed, she seemed to have woken up before me.

“I must wake up before you, Master.”

“Hmm… But do you even need to sleep?”

Considering she’s a skill and a shikigami.

“To tell you the truth, I am an artificial intelligence, so I need to organize installed information, which is equivalent to sleep. Previously, I needed to consider Master’s condition and stay awake for surveillance, but it’s unnecessary here. So, I shut down once and rebooted.”

Although she installed the language, I didn’t quite grasp the meaning of what she was saying. Well, the point is she needs sleep.

“Alright… How about breakfast?”

“I will ask Natalia-san. Please get dressed, Master.”

Since I didn’t have pajamas yesterday, I slept naked.

“I need to buy some clothes…”

“We’ll go shopping for household items once we finish our job and earn some income.”

“That’s right.”

As AI-chan left to ask about breakfast, I put on some clothes and decided to wash my face.

At the sink, I turned the faucet and freshened up. AI-chan taught me that in this world, water comes easily from the tap without having to draw it from a well.

After finishing washing my face and waiting in the room for a while, AI-chan returned with Natalia and Alice, who had breakfast, so we decided to have breakfast together.

Then, after finishing breakfast, we left the clan dormitory and headed to the guild.

Upon arriving at the guild, it seemed quite bustling, with many adventurers clamoring in front of the wall covered with request forms.

“There are quite a lot…”

“It’s like this every morning. Everyone is competing for requests.”

“…Annoying.”

“Every morning…that is indeed annoying.”

“Yeah, it is. We’re going to check something over there. You’ll probably want to see Pamela-san.”

Since I asked for a job introduction.

“Alright, I’ll go check it out.”

I parted ways with Natalia and Alice to look at the request forms and went with AI-chan to see Pamela.

“Hey, Pamela. Good morning.”

“Yes, good morning. It’s really sunny today.”

When I greeted her, Pamela returned the greeting.

“My weather predictions are always accurate.”

“Is that so? By the way, what about tomorrow?”

“Cloudy with occasional sunshine.”

“I see… Thank you. Now, about the requests.”

Pamela then took out several papers from under the reception desk.

“What kinds of requests are available?”

In response, Pamela started reading through the papers one by one.

“Well, there are various options, but how about this one?” she suggested, handing me a sheet of paper.

【Subjugation of Big Boar – Reward: 10 gold coins】

Subjugation task?

“What’s a Big Boar?”

“It’s a large boar. It’s extremely dangerous because of its huge size and sharp tusks that it charges with.”

It’s dangerous, eh?

“There are things like that in this world?”

“Yes, there are many monsters in this world. However, Big Boars are usually found deep in the forest and rarely appear near towns.”

“Hmm? So, do I need to go deep into the forest? I need money today.”

“Well, there have been sightings near the town. That’s why it’s dangerous, so we’d like to request an early subjugation. It’s a kind of emergency request.”

You’re just going to pass it on to me?

“Is it first come, first served? It’s just one beast, right?”

“Yes. However, before the request was issued, I had already approached you with the task. If you could complete it by noon, there would be no problem.”

It seems a bit suspicious.

But still, it’s appreciated.

“I see. It shouldn’t take long for a big boar. I’ll burn it down.”

“Actually, there’s one more thing I’d like to ask. If possible, I’d like you to avoid burning it.”

“Why is that?”

“The tusks, fur, and meat of a Big Boar can be sold. So, if possible, please avoid turning it into charcoal. Of course, we’ll pay separately for the materials. However, it’s a matter of life and death, so I won’t force you. Naturally, we’ll pay separately for the materials.”

Ah… Indeed, boar meat is delicious.

“Got it. Let’s skip the fire magic. But what should I do after I kill it? It’ll rot if left unattended,” I asked.

Do I need to bleed it out?

I’m not a hunter, so I’m not sure about these things.

“Well, then please take this.”

Pamela nods and hands me the stone.

“What’s this?”

I examine the stone I received, but it was just an ordinary stone.

“This is called a Magic Stone.”

“A Magic Stone?”

“Yes, a Magic Stone is a mysterious stone that can be used to learn magic.”

What’s this?!

Amazing!

“For real?”

“Yes, for real. This is spatial magic. With this, you can store various items. Please take it and use it to bring the boar back. There’s a dismantling facility on the back, so you can have the craftsmen there dismantle it for you.”

Magic in this world is amazing.

“Can I really learn spatial magic with this stone?”

“Please do,”

Pamela replied with a smile.

“Isn’t this stone expensive?”

“Well, yes, it is expensive. But the expensive part is the Magic Stone itself. Magic Stones are infused with magic by specialized wizards. Once used, the magic is depleted, but it can be recharged with magic again. So please return the used stone.”

It’s not disposable…?

“This seems like a good business opportunity.”

“It’s indeed a business opportunity. While difficult magic is out of the question, simple magic like this can be easily learned. In fact, both Natalia, Alice and I have learned spatial magic.”

Ah… So that’s why they only brought small bags despite the overnight request.

“By the way, how much does it cost?” I inquired.

“Spatial magic would cost around 10 gold coins, I suppose?”

So much for the reward…

“Are you counting on the materials?”

“Oh, no. Payment is not necessary.”

“Is that so?”

Seriously? Free?

“Yes. It’s like an initial investment. Considering that you seem to be quite capable, Yuuma-san, and thinking about your future efforts in this guild, it’s a small price to pay.”

She’s a good person.

   “Master, I believe you understand, but it means you can’t transfer to another district, right?”

AI-chan directly addressed me in my mind.

   “I don’t care. I don’t feel like moving anyway.”

   “Natalia-san and Alice-san are both lovely, and this person is beautiful too. Master, you truly have a lot of affection. As expected.”

No, you were the one who said to take care of my relationships.

   “Anyway, I can’t afford to be wandering around in the current situation. First, I need to stabilize my position.”

I found a place to sleep, but the lack of money remains.

   “Well, that’s true.”

I understand the intentions behind what Pamela, Natalia, and Alice are doing for me. But there’s no malice there, and I’m actually grateful for their help, so there’s no problem.

“Well then, I’ll gratefully accept… But can I really learn it?”

“Huh?”

“Well, yesterday I tried teaching my technique to Alice, but it was completely ineffective. It seems like the magic in this world and my technique are fundamentally different.”

“Um, what should we do?”

That’s what I want to ask.

“Master, let me handle it. When I installed information about Jeffrey-san yesterday, I also installed the mechanics of magic in this world.”

AI-chan says while tugging at my clothes.

“Is that so?”

“Yes. Essentially, the energy is the same; it’s just that the output is different.”

“So, can I use magic too?”

“I think changing the output would be a difficult task. It’s harder than learning the language of this world from scratch.”

Alright, then I won’t do it.

If AI-chan can handle it, that’s fine.

“It’s troublesome. So you should learn it.”

“I think that’s fine. I’m your skill. My power is your power.”

Come to think of it, AI-chan is a skill. It seems to be artificial intelligence, but she definitely has her own will… It’s a mysterious skill.

“Okay, here.”

I hand the magic stone to AI-chan.

Then, AI-chan grasps the magic stone tightly.

“…Installation complete.”

After saying that, AI-chan places the magic stone on the counter.

“Have you already learned it?”

“Yes. Perfectly.”

Is it really that easy?

“Then, try storing this.”

I take out a talisman from my pocket and hand it to AI-chan.

Immediately, the talisman disappears from AI-chan’s small hand.

“Try releasing it.”

I say so, and the talisman appears again in AI-chan’s hand.

“That’s amazing…”

“I could be a thief with this.”

That’s true.

“I hope it’s the same in the world where you were, but theft is a crime, you know.”

Of course it is.