Rising from the Slum City of Reincarnation in Another World ~ Gathering, Hunting, and Living a Slow Life by Eating - Chapter 62

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

Chapter 62    Duke Salvatoria

I listened attentively to the story told by the old man at the Eldania store.

According to him, they were grateful to the Elven Knights Order, but felt guilty towards Salvatoria, who had dispatched the order.

“What do you mean? How can you be grateful and feel guilty at the same time?”

The old man continued his story.

Salvatoria had made an independent decision to deploy their elite knights, disregarding the opinions of their own country and other territories. The other territories strongly opposed this decision, but it was already too late as the knights had already departed.

As a result, dissatisfaction among the other territories remained high, creating long-lasting tensions. While most of the people of Eldania managed to escape, the knights were completely wiped out.

Subsequently, internal affairs fell into turmoil, and a few years later, the neighboring lords formed an alliance and declared war, accusing Salvatoria of treason. The Salvatoria Duchy was swiftly occupied.

Since the knights who could defend the duchy had already been dispatched to Eldania and lost, the war happened without much resistance.

Duke Salvatoria, his wife, and their young daughter went missing. Unlike some other lords, it was said that they were persuaded by loyal retainers who cared for their well-being and were allowed to escape.

“Do you know the name of Duke Salvatoria?”

“Hmm, I think it was Gid, if I remember correctly.”

Bingo.

So it’s Gid. He was the lord. That means he bears responsibility.

“Oh, wait a minute. You also mentioned Gid earlier.”

“Oh no, in the Elven culture, it’s a common name.”

“I see, I see.”

Well, not only their names but their surnames are quite similar, aren’t they?

“Let me tell you, the Salvatoria Ducal family is part of the hidden royal lineage.”

“Hidden royal lineage?”

“Yes. The ruling family of the kingdom is known as the visible royal family, but there is another family connected by blood, known as the hidden royal family. These two families have a strong bloodline, essentially being directly descended from the High Elves.”

“Oh, so they are pure-blooded Elves?”

“Not exactly.”

“Is that so?”

“Yes.”

It seems that pure-blooded Elves are commonly referred to as High Elves nowadays. The only confirmed living High Elf is Lady Estacia, who is reportedly 1264 years old. There are rumors of about four others, hermits, but it’s not certain.

It is said that the direct lineage of Lady Estacia consists of the current royal family, the visible royal family known as the Shimeazi , and the hidden royal family, the Salvatoria.

“Gid and his wife are about 70%-80% pure-blooded elves. They are mostly Elves, but even the royal family isn’t pure-blooded,” the old man explained.

“Really?”

In other words, they are the closest to pure-blooded Elves.

And there’s Minya, who’s here, absentmindedly picking her nose and listening with a bored expression.

Hey, Minya, try not to eat your boogers.

If I you look closely, Gid, Melun, and Minya all have the most stunning blonde hair among the Elves. It’s rare to see such beautiful blonde-haired Elves. They must come from a prestigious lineage.

“Here, have an apple.”

“Thank you.”

We received apples, one for each of us.

We munch on them, savoring the delicious taste.

“Hey, uncle, can I pick all the cherries?”

“Sure. There’s no one left here with the energy to pick them anymore. The lord has disappeared somewhere.”

“Got it. Thanks.”

And so, it becomes an urgent mission.

Let’s pick the cherries.

“Everyone, it’s cherry-picking time!”

“Ooooh!”

The cherries are hanging just at the right height to reach them.

We pick them as we walk.

“They’re a little sweet and have a wonderful fragrance.”

The subtle scent of cherry blossoms and the sweetness are delicious.

Alright, let’s pick as many as we can.

We’re going to make new jam. Yes, jam.

“Everyone, we’re turning these into jam, so it’s worth a gold coin.”

“Oooh!”

Motivation really comes from rewards, doesn’t it?

Being delighted that we can buy dried meat with a gold coin wasn’t so long ago.

Cherries, they’re delicious.

We continue to pick them, one after another, Until the basket is overflowing, I wonder how many jars of jam we can make with these.

After having a simple dinner, we sleep in the carriage, There isn’t even an inn here yet.

Morning arrives, Once we finish breakfast, the caravan is scheduled to depart. We might stay a little longer or return on our own since we’re heading in the opposite direction.

I’ve prepared a masterpiece, tomato soup, Tomatoes, meat, and other vegetables, And a touch of Eldatake mushrooms. It’s a hearty soup with plenty of ingredients.

“Hey, young lad,”

“Ed-kun, Ed-kun,”

Since the delicious aroma fills the air in the morning, people from another carriage in the caravan gather around.

“All right, everyone, since this will be our farewell meal, I’ll treat you to a special tomato soup.”

“Wowww!”

The men’s deep voices resound, Overwhelming the voices of the few women in the caravan.

“It’s delicious! Unbelievably tasty!”

“The umami, that’s what matters, you know?”

“So good! What is this? Tomato? Is tomato the secret?”

Everyone devours the soup eagerly.

Before we knew it, even the local residents had gathered, And the soldiers at the gate are observing from a distance. It’s a bit embarrassing.

With the few tomatoes we have left, we decide to make another pot in a hurry. We simmer it quickly, trying to save time.

And thus, it turns into a distribution-like setting as we serve the tomato soup to everyone.

“This is incredibly delicious. So this is what tomato soup tastes like.”

“I’ve never had anything like this before.”

“For the soldiers at the gate.”

“Thank you for the meal.”

“When I was assigned to the frontier, I thought it was tough, but now I’m grateful. This is delicious.”

As we explain that we’ve run out of tomatoes, the tomato soup sells out completely.

Oh, we didn’t charge any money. I may have hit rock bottom, but I won’t stoop so low as to take advantage of struggling residents.

Afterward, in Eldania, they say it became known as the “Legendary Tomato Soup” or something like that. Well, it’s something we’re unaware of.

By the way, the firewood for cooking is made from discarded materials from the town. They use old furniture and turn it into firewood. It’s not unlimited, but there’s a large amount available, so it’s quite convenient. It somehow made me feel a little sad.