Rising from the Slum City of Reincarnation in Another World ~ Gathering, Hunting, and Living a Slow Life by Eating

Chapter 107 Construction work and bear extermination

The construction of the Raffalier Church in Eldania has begun.

The plan is to progress with the construction work in line with the cooler season.

In Eldania, where snow falls even in the dead of winter and it’s slightly colder than Trieste City, the goal is to get as much done during this autumn period as possible.

Since there is an enormous number of houses to be built, it will take several years, but for now, they aim to focus on the central area this autumn.

As it is a prime location in the city center, rather than building a massive church, the plan is to start with a modest-sized one and construct a larger church in the outskirts later on.

The Lord’s Manor Hotel has also reopened the previously closed living quarters for the on-site staff and designated them as accommodations for the construction personnel.

There are still vacant multiple-person dormitories available.

The dining hall has been bustling every day, partly due to the lack of other shops in the vicinity.

There are a few dwarf carpenters and many human workers involved, including men and several women, with a majority of them being young.

However, the master carpenter, an elderly dwarf, is said to be a highly experienced veteran.

“Amazing construction, isn’t it?”

“Yeah.”

Minya murmured absentmindedly while watching the construction.

I also absentmindedly watched it.

First, they redid the rough stonework and leveled the ground, and that part is already finished.

Next, they’re erecting the main pillars and combining the wooden framework with the stone walls.

Since the Raffalier Church is mostly made of white stone, it seems they are using the same construction method here.

A white stone building is gradually taking shape in the empty space and corner of the temporary tents.

It’s quite moving.

In addition to us, Beast has returned as the captain of the Eldania Gatekeepers.

He usually works as a gatekeeper, so he’s completely separate from us.

Since there won’t be people passing through the gate all day long, he spends his days practicing swordsmanship and other activities.

They seem to welcome the opportunity to pass the time.

The gatekeepers also seem interested and enjoy observing the construction.

Then there are the Rapunzel Sisters and Mark.

The Sisters are often accompanying Acting Lord Gid and Melun.

In addition, it seems they help with tasks such as making beds, cooking, and miscellaneous work.

And then there’s Mark.

This person is not only naturally skilled in swordsmanship, but his style is the same as Beast’s—the Explorer Style.

“Explorer” is a cool way of saying “adventurer,” mainly referring to adventurers who challenge dungeons.

That’s the style of these explorers.

It seems that Mark’s family has a history of adventurers from several generations ago.

Since lower nobles and knights often come from adventurer backgrounds, it naturally became the largest faction in swordsmanship.

“Teiya! Uryaa!”

“Oops!”

“Not yet, Mark, like this!”

Mark and I also practice swordsmanship together.

Minya and the others engage in various activities, such as practicing staff techniques or observing.

And then we received a request from two of the few adventurers in Eldania who specialize in hunting.

It seems that there have been frequent sightings of bear tracks recently.

“The body length is about two meters based on footprints and tree marks.”

“I-I see.”

Even we start to feel a bit uneasy.

“So, I’m thinking that Ed and I will go out and do a little hunting.”

“Even if you say it’s easy…”

I’m slightly hesitant.

While it may be fine for me, I don’t want to casually expose Minya and the others to danger.

“Well, I mean, especially for the girls. It might be better to take the Sisters with us.”

“Well, I don’t want to reduce the Lord’s escorts.”

“Well, I guess you’re right.”

“Yeah, that’s true. It’s only Ed and me who can move freely.”

That’s how it is. Mark and our group are the only ones without fixed jobs, so we’re the only ones who have the freedom to do this.

That’s why the responsibility has fallen on us.

After receiving encouragement from Beast at the Eldania Castle gate, we head immediately into the forest to the north.

This area is the northeastern corner of the Exis Forest, which lies to the east of Trieste City.

The forest here is deeper than the Trieste side, and the monsters are said to be slightly stronger.

“Keep an eye out for any threats around us.”

“Yes, Mark.”

“Yes, yes!”

The girls seem excited to be in the forest after a long time.

Minya’s blessings are being properly utilized.

In my heart, I silently pray, “May fortune be with us.”

“Look, these are bear claw marks.”

“Oh, wow. They’re impressive.”

“Yeah, they’re quite big.”

Mark quickly finds the traces.

We rely on the tracks and signs to continue our progress.

The forest feels unusually quiet, giving off an eerie silence during moments like this.

“Grrraaah!”

Oops, a bear suddenly appears from behind the trees.

【Unnamed Bear

Age: 3

Gender: Male

Blood Type: A

Species: Merlia Bear

Rank: C

HP: 450/450

MP: 325/325

Health Condition: A (Normal)

】

A C-rank bear. Compared to Goblin Kings and Gid, who are B-rank, it’s not that formidable.

However, it’s huge.

With a body length of over two meters, when it stands up, it’s significantly taller than us.

Being overpowered by it would be unbearable.

Additionally, its body is quite thick and robust.

Overall, it’s incredibly massive.

“Grr, this one’s got brute strength.”

While I observe, Mark manages to block the bear’s arm attacks with his sword.

However, it seems that the bear is stronger and overpowering him.

In this position, I can’t use magic without hitting Mark.

“I’ll help.”

I maneuver to the side and deliver a powerful strike with my renowned sword, Quick Cutter.

I feel the impact, and it seems like I managed to slightly cut the bear’s arm, causing it pain.

“Grrraaah!”

It’s incredibly powerful.

But we’ve already dealt with Goblin Kings before.

Certainly, it’s intimidating. But if we know that it’s howling because it hurts, it’s nothing we can’t handle.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Mark retreats.

“Fireball!”

Whoosh! Lania’s fireball, with its firepower slightly restrained compared to before, flies towards the bear.

It hits the bear head-on and explodes.

The heat from the fire reaches us, making it slightly warm.

“Gyaaaah!”

Seemingly overwhelmed by the fireball, the bear meets its demise, collapsing backward with a thud.

“That’s it, done.”

“It seems so, Mark.”

I ask Mark.

“A fireball, huh? It’s my second time seeing it, but it sends chills down my spine. Especially when it’s a bear.”

In Japan, there’s a saying about the bravery of lying on a bed of firewood, which relates to the bear’s gall, but perhaps even in this otherworldly realm, bear gall is used for something.

We promptly store the bear’s gall in the item box while it’s still fresh.

It seems Mark also has a magic bag, but this time, I’ll handle the task.

Now, let’s bring it back and have the hunters dismantle it.

Today, we’ll have bear hot pot for lunch with everyone.