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#560 Over A Cup of Tea

Winter is almost over.

But before the snow melts, there is one more project I’d like to try: tea brewing, something I have been thinking about doing for a long time!

It’s one of the ideas that came to mind when deciding what refreshing beverages we can make on the farm.  

However, it was put on hold for a while because we needed to grow tea trees to harvest their leaves, the source of tea.

Now, we’re going to grow enough tea trees to st...

#559 Hope in the Box

What is going on here, really?

If we were to summarize what has happened so far...

• A box fell from the sky.

• I opened it.

• A woman came out.

• Letasreit beat up the woman.

Why did a box fall from the sky, or why was there a woman in the box?

None of this makes sense!

Is this the “Mouryou no Hako”?!

No? Oh...

Come to think of it, I also don’t understand why that box opened ...

#558 The Woman Who Was Given Everything

A woman named Pandora came out of the box.

This situation is changing rapidly beyond our comprehension.

Pandora is a stunningly beautiful woman with dark hair, all the while clad in armor.

Her eyes are filled with ambition, and she looks just like a natural-born warrior.

“How many years has it been since I was sealed? Well, it doesn’t matter. Now that I have been released, it is time to restart my domination!” she declares sonorou...

#557 Pandora’s (Not So Empty) Box

Hey, it’s me.

We’re bored out of our minds during winter with fewer things to do.

After I finished all the chores and put Junior to bed, I was free.

I wanted to give Platy some alone time, so I went outside and found people amusing themselves in the winter season. 

“Ohhhhhhhhhhh!!! Beanssssssssssssssssss!!!”

“Even in the cold, the natto bacteria is doing fine.”

It’s Letasreit and Horkosfon.

What is t...

#556 A Celestial Queen’s Murmur

All women art either scum or trash.

Every single one of those folk dares to seduce mine own husband.

Oh, I am Hera, queen of the most wondrous god Zeus.

“I think Father instigates that on his own. The women find it a nuisance too.”

What is the matter with thee, Artemis? Thee, child born of Zeus and one of his mistresses, dare speak to me in that bold tone? 

“Please calm down. We art comrades working together ...

#555 Update from the Celestial Realm

After the festivities at Orkubo’s Castle came to an end, we returned to the farm.

Without any particular work to do in the winter, we were left with a lot of time on our hands. 

When I have free time, my mind tends to wander and suddenly remember things I have nearly forgotten.

So, I decided to take this opportunity to check something that I remembered at the back of my mind.

“If you would be so kind, Sensei.”

“Mhm.”

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#554 Orkubo’s Castle: Postscript

My name is Serbenhough.

I am one of the coolest adventurers in the Human Kingdom.

And I’m in A-class!

Do you have any idea how incredible A-class is? Out of the tens of thousands of adventurers in the world, there are only less than a hundred of us.

If you don’t have the courage, wisdom, experience, and ability, you aren’t allowed to take the guild’s promotion exam. And even if you were, very few people pass.

In short, we are the chosen ones! 2022-10-25 18:11:46 +0000 UTC View Post

#553 The Abyss’ Amusement

There was already a casualty right after Orkubo’s Castle, EX mode for advanced players, began.

“Not Sir Dalkish...!”

“He, who held the record for two consecutive years of clearing the castle, is already out of the game...?!”

Zoth Syra then appears as if emerging from the void, arms linked with Orkubo’s.

“Hohoho, a dropout this early?” she says, amused.

It’s been a while since I’ve seen her enjoying h...

#552 EX Course

All right. Let’s turn our attention back to the main game at Orkubo’s Castle.

Once again, courageous contestants are going to challenge the impregnable castle.

There are no specific requirements, so anyone can participate as long as they are in good health.

Among them, there are some distinguished participants, such as...

The Demon King. Will he be able to conquer all the obstacles this year? Tune in to find out!

Next, we have Mamoru of ...

#551 The Goblin Flies

Now, it’s time for Orkubo’s Castle!

Many participants are heading for the castle tower, across the beam, up the hill, and into the castle!

The cheers of the spectators are even more powerful now that Silver Wolf’s demonstration has fired them up!

We have Veil’s ramen stall and Letasreit’s bean shop (Horkosfon’s natto is also being sold here), offering refreshments to these spectators!

But this year, we also have Bacchus’ oden stall, ...

#550 And He Became a Master

Thus, the exhibition race at Orkubo’s Castle resulted in a huge comeback victory for Silver Wolf.

“Silver Wolf! Silver Wolf! Silver Wolf! Silver Wolf! Silver Wolf!!!”

The crowd gave a generous chant to the winner, congratulating him on his victory.

After all, this is Silver Wolf we’re talking about.

Only when a virtuous person claims glory that everyone congratulates them. If it had been Golden Bat, I bet people would just bash him.

...

#549 A Restored Silver Wolf

If the castle tower were to be reached by such a foul technique, the reputation of Orkubo’s Castle would be ruined.

So, a desperate anti-aircraft intercept attempt was made by the staff.

The cushioned catapult was prepared to launch high-aim barrages.

“Hahahahahahaha! You can’t hit me with such a flimsy machine!”

Golden Bat, who has transformed into a genuine giant bat, flawlessly dodged the bullets that came at him one after another.

#548 Transformation

Thus, the race is underway.

S-class adventurers Golden Bat and Silver Wolf are fighting a battle of willpower and pride as professionals.

But the plan was a friendly competition as a build-up for the main event...

A stifling atmosphere hangs in the air.

The cheers have died down, and everyone is anxiously holding their breath.

“Um, Black Cat? Are you sure we’re livening up the crowd with this?”

“Oh, it’s fiiiiiiine...

#547 Showdown: A Silver Wolf Vs. A Gold Bat

And so, the day of the event has arrived. 

Ten-tennen! Orkubo’s Castle: Season Three!!!

The previous seasons were well received; this time, the number of participants has hit a new record!

As always, we intend to make this event as lively as possible.

Orkubo’s Castle is located in the territory ruled by Dalkish in the Human Kingdom.

This normally quiet place is as bustling as a metropolis today.

The spectat...

#546 Orkubo’s Castle: Season 3

“Orkubo’s Castle will be held again this year!!!”

A round of applause erupts.

It has become a winter tradition at our farm, although it’s hosted at a place far from here.

When was it...two years ago, I think? What started as the orcs’ wish to build a castle has now become an event that involves an entire region.

Basically, it’s a competition to reach the castle tower by breaking through the obstacles that have been prepared.

...

#545 Dungeon Indulgence

“Depurressing! I can’t believe it already ended the moment it started!!!”

“This isn’t fair! Isn’t the guardian supposed to be waiting at the end of the dungeon? Why is he here at the entrance?!”

The S-class adventurers Black Cat and Golden Bat have completed their dungeon exploration.

The reason being the last boss was at the entrance.

It’s such a heinous setting that it makes S*uls-like games appear easy.

This is how anyone ...

#544 What’s Unknown Brings Delight

“Please forgive them, Lord Saint. They are selfish people who only care about their interests...!” frantically says Silver Wolf as he gets downs on his knees, sweating profusely.

Er...I’m not quite sure about the sweating profusely part with all that fur covering his face.

“It’s all right. I was the one who called you here, after all.”

It’s only reasonable for the one who requested to proceed with the deal first.

Pink Tont...

#543 The S-Class Visit

Winter has arrived, despite all that has happened.

We have experienced winter multiple times on the farm, so we have grown accustomed to it.

The earth spirits part with us to hibernate during this cold season, and the orcs go fishing in the distant seas.

In a way, the farm becomes less crowded. But there is no time to feel lonely.

There are many things to do even in winter.

As one of them, we are welcoming guests today.

...

#542 Takoyaki Party

I’m still trying to create an octopus dish after I upset everyone by fooling around by making octopus wieners and tacos.

In order to maintain my dignity as a husband, I must create a genuine dish today.

And so, I jog my memory to see what kind of octopus recipes I know.

Vinegared, fried, dressed, and simmered...

All of them sound like good options, but I doubt they could bring out the originality of octopus.

Is there any dish that’s distinctly asso...

#541 A Wandering Octopus

An octopus came to our farm.

It came out of nowhere for who knows what, but the fact is that the octopus is here.

And it’s not just any octopus. It’s ginormous. 

I fear it could even sink an industrial ship if the octopus were to wrap itself around it. 

Everyone panicked when the gigantic octopus crawled up to our shore.

Orkubo, Gobukichi, and other members who can fight gathered there, ready to intercept, but...! 

<...

#540 A Talk Between the Witches and Goddesses

We’re back on the farm, and I say again: Platy is pregnant with her second child!

I’m so happy!

Whoo!

Not only is our family growing, but Junior will finally be a big brother!

That alone is great news, but it doesn’t stop there.

Puffer and Lampeye are also expecting mothers.

Although they got married around the same time, the fact that they got pregnant simultaneously is a bit too good to be true.

And since Puffe...

#539 The Fight at the Dragon Emperor's Castle: Recap

Thus ended a very successful dungeon conquering competition.

...Huh?

The single unlimited match between Queen Glasya and Pink Tonton wasn’t the main event?

Well, no one said that, right?

Today’s focus was unveiling the new Dragon Emperor’s Castle and the competition to conquer it!

There was no exciting, unexpected event in the middle of the story that would have outshone the main plot. Oh, no, no.

That’s how it’s s...

#538 The Final Match

Platy’s pregnant with her second child?!

Yay!

Woohoooooo!!!

I can’t help but jump for joy hearing this good news!

I received blessings from the Demon King and Arowana, who are also with me.

But, putting that aside... We must keep livening things up outside the dungeon to make this big interracial event a booming success!

And as it turns out, the crowd’s energy is already at maximum.

They’re in such a frenzy tha...

#537 The Trio’s Hardship-Sequel’s Sequel

“Thank you, Lord Alexander!”

“We feel energized thanks to you, Lord Alexander!”

“Because of you, I can continue being the Prime Minister!”

After cheering up Lord Alexander, we headed to the next area, leaving one “golden” idiot behind after beating him to a pulp.

Now, there are only three of us left.

“Looks like this’ll be the final lineup.”

“We will make it to the end, but if we don’t, we’ll all be eliminat...

#536 The Trio’s Hardship-Sequel

Thus completed the formation of a temporary interracial party consisting of a human, a demon, and a mermaid—me (Silver Wolf), Mamoru, and Zoth Syra. 

Golden Bat is following us, seemingly bored, but I’ll try not to mention him as much as possible.

Our focus is cooperation and friendship.

I hope we can keep up this pace and reach the goal safely.

Alas, we ran into a problem right away.

A senior man with a white beard stand...

#535 The Trio’s Hardship

Ahem, Silver Wolf, representing the S-class adventurer group here.

We’re still exploring the dungeon ruled by the Geyser Dragon.

And as we were competing against other teams, we crossed paths with each other.

If I recall, they’re from the demon team and the mermaid team.

Who would have thought we’d meet all at once?

However, the unusual thing was that the two other teams only had one representative left.  

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#534 The Surviving Party Members

Hello, it’s me, Mamoru of the Heavenly Four, also known as “Mamoru from the Shadows.”

Our team's best member, Lord Belphgamilia, got eliminated early, leaving us in a pinch.

Can we conquer this dungeon where the greatest dragon lives without Lord Belphgamilia’s superb abilities?

“You’re pathetic, Mamoru,” says Aeshma the Wild, a Heavenly One like me. “You’re a disgrace to the Heavenly Four if you keep relying on Lord Belphgamilia’s p...

#533 The Fight at the Dragon Emperor’s Castle: The S-Class Adventurers’ POV

I’m Silver Wolf, an S-class adventurer, and I’m here at Dragon Emperor’s Castle!

It’s an extremely rare dungeon ruled by the Dragon Emperor!

Nothing would make an adventurer happy than venturing into such a place!

The moment you take a step inside, you’ll feel so content with life, nothing else will matter!

...No?

Ah, of course.

The outcome of this competition will determine the adventurers’ entry into the Demon ...

#532 The Fight at the Dragon Emperor’s Castle: The Six Witches’ POV Part 2

...Platy has dropped out of the competition.

She is pregnant with her second child. Congrats to her.

But as the Witch of the Abyss, Zoth Syra, who is forced to do everything, I’m not satisfied with this turn of events.

Do I still have to explore this dungeon?

I don’t see the point of it at all.

And it’s not just me alone...

“...”

“...?! ...?!”

It has to be with this complete stranger.

#531 The Fight at the Dragon Emperor’s Castle: The Six Witches’ POV Part 1

It’s me, Zoth Syra, the Witch of the Abyss.

I’m unwillingly taking part in a dungeon-exploration competition(?) organized by the land-dwellers. 

At first, I thought I’d give whoever sent this proposal to my office a good beating, but in the end, I got coerced into participating.

I’m afraid that’s how far a prime minister’s power can take me.

“Is there really any point in participating? Shouldn’t we just leave the la...