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Chapter 167: Planning for the Goddess's City, Nanasia

It had already been two hours since we arrived at the settlement...

By the way, we haven't had any lunch break, let alone lunch. That's because Juri appeared in the cafeteria and kept talking even while we were eating. According to her, she couldn't wait to talk.

Tsubaki and Sakura already seemed full. After finishing lunch, they went back to their work. I'm already used to it, and since I can listen to sensei’s talk, there's no problem.

"I tried to keep it brief considering the previous reflection... Did I talk a bit too much?"

"I don't think so? For me, it was really interesting. Could you add some more details for confirmation?"

<Regarding the Shape of the City and Defensive Walls>

- The shape of the city is circular, with a diameter of about 3 kilometers.

- Surround the outer edge with stone walls 3 meters high. The width of the city walls is also 3 meters to allow attacks from high places.

- Within 500 meters inside the outer city walls, also set up circular stone walls. It might be easier to understand if you think of it as a double circle of symbols. With the double defense walls inside and outside, it prevents intrusion from external enemies.

- Within the walls built inside, a diameter of 2 kilometers is designated as the living area, and the space between the walls is planned to be used for future expansion zones or agricultural areas. We adopted this plan in anticipation of the barrier disappearing.

"The outer wall seems a bit low, but is it just for now?"

"Yes, eventually, I want to double its height. But let's prioritize the city's interior first. For now, 3 meters should be enough; monsters lower than orcs can't climb it."

"I see. And is the agricultural area necessary? I think it would be more efficient to make it in Nanashi Village."

"This is assuming that someday everyone will become villagers. If that happens, we'll put up a barrier around the entire city, right? It's up to the village chief's decision, but we're prepared so that everyone can move to the city."

"That makes sense. It would be lively if everyone moved to the city."

I'm a little hesitant because there are homes in the village, but living in the house Rudrug built wouldn't be bad either. I think I can move my computer and the church, and living in a bustling city sounds fun too.

<Regarding the Residential Area>

- Construct wide roads from the city center to the east, west, south, and north. These will become the main thoroughfares.

- Among the blocks divided by these roads, the northwest block is designated as the residential area for villagers and is enclosed as a village by the barrier. The northeast is designated as the residential area for settlers. With the current population, just these two blocks are spacious enough. If the population increases tenfold, we plan to develop the southern area or the outer edges.

- Along the main thoroughfare, facilities such as cafeterias, taverns, blacksmiths, and weaving factories will be built. Administrative functions will be centrally managed in the lord's mansion planned in the center of the city. This will also be used as an emergency shelter and meeting place.

The proposed construction of a castle by Merinard has been firmly rejected. I gently conveyed, "Do as you like after I'm dead."

For the time being, dining will be done in the cafeteria, and we'll transition to cooking in each household when the city is completed. Of course, we plan to continue operating the cafeteria and tavern. We want to accommodate everyone's wishes in the city.

"Hey, Village chief... Is it absolutely necessary for the residential area to be enclosed as a village? In my opinion, it could become a cause of discrimination and jealousy."

"I've agonized over that a lot. But I think this problem is unavoidable as long as Nanashi Village exists—moreover, as long as there is a villager system."

"Well, that's true, but... What's the specific plan then?"

We've been emphasizing at the morning meetings every day, to the point of being tired of hearing it, "Never tolerate contempt for settlers" and "Jealousy toward villagers does not align with the village chief's intentions."

If you have thoughts that don't align with the village chief’s intentions, your loyalty won't increase, and it might even decrease. I can't say for sure that there hasn't been anyone whose loyalty decreased, but it serves as a preventive measure to some extent.

"I see. It seems a bit like a rationalization, but if there's been success so far, it should be okay, right?"

"Of course, I don't expect everyone to get along. There are always people who just complain no matter where you go. There's no need for those kinds of people to stay here."

"Oh, I'm sure... there were people like that on my stream too. Even if I blocked them, they'd get even more clingy..."

"Oh yeah, I know that too. There was a time when things got rough..."

"Come to think of it, we haven't heard your handle name yet, village chief. Who are you?"

"Huh? Uh... well, isn't it fine for now? Let's move on to the next topic!"

"Oh, am I the only one who got revealed? Well, that's okay... but please tell me sometime, okay?"

<Regarding the Installation of the Barrier>

Before discussing where to install it, let's talk about the changes to the barrier.

Since I strengthened "Site Expansion" the other day, not only the height of the barrier but also its shape can now be changed freely. I still have to fix the barrier first, but later, I can hollow it out like a tunnel or cover it like a dome.

However, the land of the cut-out section will not return, and that part will not be eligible for village bonuses. That's obvious because it's not touched by the barrier.

- As mentioned earlier, all the blocks where villagers live in the northwest will be covered entirely by the barrier. This way, they can enjoy the benefits of the village bonus while at home, and safety at night is guaranteed. It also helps maintain health and youth.

- The lord's mansion planned to be built in the center of the city. Since this will also serve as an evacuation shelter, we plan to secure a fairly large garden. We'll also cover the outer wall and the ceiling of the mansion with a dome-shaped barrier.

- After that, we'll install a barrier if we place a universal storage or relocate the church. Ultimately, we plan to turn the agricultural area—and eventually the entire town—into a village.

"For the entrance to the lord's mansion, one entrance in the front should be enough, right?"

"That would be easier to defend. Oh, and please keep in mind to install a teleportation magic circle in the middle of the garden."

With the development plan now settled, all that's left is to work towards realization. According to Juri's estimation, the city's capacity will be 30,000 people. Including the outer edges, it will be a city of around 70,000 people.

When it's completed, it might be a city with few people at first... but someday, immigration from Japan might be possible too. I want to have big dreams.

"Well then, for now, this policy is decided! With my plan, I think we can make considerable progress in about two months, so please look forward to it!"

"I'm looking forward to it. Proceed steadily without rushing."

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In the evening of that day, representatives from each department gathered to have dinner together.

The purpose was to summarize the questions we should ask since we are scheduled to meet the Goddess tomorrow. With the faith points exceeding 100,000, I intend to unlock the "Secrets of the World". The time has finally come to delve into the heart of the world.

"Well, most of the questions for the Goddess seem to be ready. I don't know how much she'll answer, but I'll try to ask as detailed as possible."

Now that I've figured out how to return to Japan, there are no urgent issues. Everyone's questions seemed to be more out of curiosity than doubts or inquiries.

Although the discussion is ongoing, it has already shifted into the realm of casual conversation. Tsubaki and Sakura are reminiscing about the past.

"Why were we sent here? And why were we chosen? Finally, we understand those reasons."

"It's been over a year since I met Tsubaki-san. I never thought the Goddess would appear."

"Me neither. Thanks to Sakura-san calling out to me at that time, I've survived until today. I'm still grateful."

"It goes both ways. I've been saved by Tsubaki-san many times—it's been my pillar of support."

Listening to such a conversation beside them, I also recalled the events of that time.

If it weren't for these two whom I first met, things wouldn't have gone so smoothly. I might have been tangled up with some weird guys, unable to leave the village and died miserably. The ability to increase the number of villagers was undoubtedly thanks to these two.

"By the way, Sakura, everyone will be in the village tomorrow, right?"

"Even if it's temporary, Keisuke-san will disappear. So, as a precaution, I plan to stay in the village or the settlement."

"I see. Even though the barrier was maintained last time, it's a relief if everyone stays."

"We need to prepare for unexpected incidents in the village chief’s absence...! It's not like this is a flag or anything, okay?"

"Hey, hey... well, it's only for about an hour, so it should be fine."

Finally, things seem to have settled down. It wouldn't be good if an incident were to occur. Besides, there's no way anything could happen in such a short time.

"Hey, village chief, don't set flags for yourself... Both Hayato and I are staying, so it'll be fine. Go ahead without worrying."

"Hey, Touya, that's also quite suggestive of you, isn't it?"

"Well, well, everyone, as long as we have this many flags, nothing will happen. I’m planning to depart after breakfast tomorrow, so please come to see me off. I want to know what it feels like to disappear myself."

The conversation seems far from over, but anyway, it's tomorrow. I wonder what I'll be able to ask. The old man is really looking forward to it.

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