Chapter 92 – Uninhabited Island Lv.55
When I returned to the room, I was hit by an intense drowsiness, and as soon as I lay down on the bed, I fell asleep.
Even though I fell asleep so easily, I woke up early. I stretched my body and stood up. As I went out into the hallway to wash my face, I noticed that the door to Skor’s room next to mine was slightly open.
I wondered what happened, and when peered through the gap—I saw Skor, almost completely naked. I could only see her back.
Wait, what!?
Skor, what are you doing?
I was completely flustered that I unintentionally made some noise with my footsteps.
“Wh-who is it!?”
“S-Sorry… It’s me. I was just passing by to wash my face. I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to peek… Well, maybe a little, but I didn’t mean it like that.”
“I-I’m the one who should be sorry.”
“No, it’s my fault. Peeking is the worst.”
“If it were any other man, I would hate it, but Rasty-san is fine. So please don’t worry about it.”
Skor says so. I’m glad… Skor seemed so understanding. I liked her gentle personality.
“So, what were you doing?”
“W-Well… um…”
“Ah, if it’s something embarrassing, you don’t have to force yourself to tell me.”
“I-It’s okay!”
It doesn’t look like it’s really okay, and her words have been trembling since a while ago.
“Alright then, I’ll ask, why were you naked?”
“That… it’s because my chest was feeling tight.”
“Ah…”
I understood. It was the one from her conversation with Havamar last night. Skor mentioned that her chest was growing. So I guess she took off her underwear and slept like that… It turned out to be true.
“I’ll change now.”
Skor hurriedly changed into her elven traditional attire. I covered my eyes with my hands so as not to see. After a while, Skor came out of the room.
“I’m sorry, I’m reflecting on it.”
“I don’t mind~. Instead, would you like to go for a walk?”
“Y-yeah. Maybe we can go hunting in the early morning, just the two of us.”
“Rasty-san! That would make me so happy! I’m deeply moved!”
Skor, who was smiling, came happily to my side. When we started walking, Skor grabbed my arm with her hand… Ah, this feels nice. What is this feeling of elation?
We left the quiet house――and went outside.
Perhaps because the sun had just risen, the surroundings were dimly lit. The scent of the forest and earth made me feel closer to nature. Hmm, the island is lively today too.
We checked the defense equipment such as “Pitfall”, “Falling Rocks”, “Barricades”, and “Crossbows” without neglecting their inspection. …Yeah, there doesn’t seem to be any particular problem. Some of them are automatically activated and seem to be repelling monsters. It seems like they’re working well.
Next, let’s advance with the “Island Development.”
Leveling up the island is also an important factor.
① Island Development:
Can build huts, houses, castles, fortresses, mansions, and shops. Consumes “Wood” and “Stone.” Development of hot springs, waterfalls, rivers, swamps, lakes, farmland, and more is also possible. Requires a large amount of “Soil.”
I strengthen the existing “Huts” and “Hot Spring” as well as the “Swamp” and “Lake” in the vicinity.
[Inventory]
Wood x4417
Stone x1549
Soil x1219
Iron x112
When I was adventuring with Edu, I causally increased the materials by wielding Gale Tulle. Using a large amount of wood, stone, and soil, I activated skills for the “Huts”, “Hot Springs”, “Swamps”, and “Lakes.”
[Uninhabited Island] [Lv.20]
[Development Status]
Swamp Lv.1
Hut Lv.3
House Lv.10
Lake Lv.1
Campfire Lv.1
Hot Spring Lv.2
Worktable Lv.1
Field Lv.1
This is how it turned out.
[Uninhabited Island] [Lv.55]
[Development Status]
Swamp Lv.10
Hut ① Lv.10
Hut ② Lv.1
Hut ③ Lv.1
House Lv.10
Lake Lv.10
Campfire Lv.1
Hot Spring Lv.10
Worktable Lv.1
Field Lv.1
The island leveled up to “Uninhabited Island Lv.55” in one go. The huts only became a bit sturdier in appearance, but their storage capacity dramatically changed. They can now hold a considerable amount. Even if the population increases, it will be possible to stockpile with ease.
The swamp didn’t change at all, but it seems that once it reaches “Lv.10,” it becomes a “Bottomless Swamp”. That’s meaningless! Well, it did contribute to the island’s level up.
The lake is now called an “Oasis”, and the water quality has improved. It seems like the taste of the water has changed too. Also, the filtration effect has significantly increased, making the water less likely to get dirty and providing a guarantee of drinking water. This is convenient!
The hot spring’s recovery speed has increased. It can now heal cuts and back pain. So, it seems that it can cure minor illnesses such as colds. This is wonderful.
“Phew, we’re done.”
“Thank you for your hard work, Rasty-san.”
Finally, the island development has been completed, and we went to a beach with a good view. I made a simple wooden bench out of a worktable and we sat on it. Then, Skor gave me a lap pillow.
“Ah, thank you. I didn’t expect you to give me a lap pillow.”
“…Ehehe. It was my dream to do this to Rasty-san.”
“I-Is that so? It’s kind of embarrassing.”
A lap pillow after finishing a job is the best.
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