Kays Translations
Just another Isekai Lover~
Chapter 255: Revered as a God
After slaying the Sea Serpent and hunting the Unicorn Sharks, Rest returned to the inn and went to sleep.
The next morning was dedicated to cleanup. He started by dismantling the earth barriers he had created around the pearl farm to prevent the serpent’s escape.
The massive amount of soil was disposed of in several locations offshore.
He wasn’t sure how much this would affect the environment or ecosystem, but by dispersing it into smaller portions, he hoped to minimize any negative impact.
As for the Sea Serpent’s corpse, a merchant summoned by Celestine arrived to appraise and purchase it.
“My, my, this is incredible. I never thought I’d have the chance to buy a Sea Serpent as merchandise!”
The merchant, a supplier for the Crocus family, rubbed his hands together eagerly.
“Its materials can be used for weapons and medicine, and its beautiful scales could be turned into accessories. It’s a shame that much of the blood and organs were lost, but I imagine research institutions studying monsters would still be very interested.”
“Please deduct the cost of food and supplies from the purchase price. The remaining balance will go toward the village’s reconstruction. Make sure to provide them with whatever materials they request.”
Celestine instructed the merchant with practiced ease.
Handing cash directly to the villagers would have been simple.
However, money had the power to change people for the worse. If they suddenly became wealthy, some villagers might grow complacent and stop working altogether.
Thus, the best approach was to provide aid in the form of goods or distribute small amounts gradually.
“Oh wow, look at all this wheat!”
“Thank you, thank you so much!”
“We must properly celebrate our noble benefactor! Another feast tonight!”
With the arrival of supplies, the village erupted in joy.
Not long ago, they had been shrouded in despair due to the monster attacks, but now, their spirits had completely transformed.
Night after night, feasts were held at the inn where Rest and Celestine were staying.
For a fishing village, the meals were lavish, the drinks plentiful, and the villagers repeatedly bowed low, expressing their gratitude.
“You know… I’m starting to think these villagers just love festivals.”
Rest muttered with a wry smile.
Though he had remained in the village to help with cleanup, he now found himself constantly celebrated, practically worshipped like a deity.
While it was heartening to see the villagers so happy, the endless festivities were a bit overwhelming.
“This just shows how much they appreciate you, Rest-san. In fact, they were talking about holding a ‘Count Clover Festival’ every year to commemorate the day you defeated the Sea Serpent. They even mentioned carving a wooden statue of you to enshrine in the village.”
“…Spare me, please.”
It was official—he was being deified.
It reminded him of an old Japanese folktale about a wandering traveler who revitalized a village.
Right now, he was in that very position.
There was a real chance that his deeds here would be passed down in the village’s history for centuries.
“I’ve enjoyed the seafood and hot springs enough. Let’s make our exit soon.”
“Yes. We’ve provided plenty of food, and the village can now sustain itself. As for the brewing techniques and aquaculture, I’ll send someone later to investigate more thoroughly.”
The village held untapped potential—whether in distilled liquor or aquaculture.
With Celestine’s sharp business sense, she would undoubtedly turn those opportunities into profit.
“Well, if anything comes up, just let me know. I’ll help out.”
“Of course. And… please make sure to give proper thought to our engagement as well, alright?”
“…”
Her words carried a weight that left Rest momentarily speechless.
It wasn’t that he disliked the idea of being engaged to Celestine.
In fact, quite the opposite.
After spending these past few days together, he had come to realize just how essential she was to him.
“I will… I’ll think about it seriously.”
“Good. Please do.”
Celestine’s gentle smile was radiant, and Rest found himself nodding deeply in response.
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