Kays Translations
Just another Isekai Lover~
Chapter 186: The Goddess’s Secret Operation!?
After returning from the goddess’s realm, we gathered in the living room and continued our conversation as if it were the most natural thing. Nanasia-sama was also present, as if it were a matter of course.
As expected, when it comes to important matters like the existence of Earth and the goddess, it seems they can’t be easily discussed. Despite the frustrating feeling, we continued chatting cheerfully.
“By the way, Nanasia-sama, where would you live? Would it be a good idea to build something like a temple?”
“No, there’s no need for that. I return to the divine realm at night. Once I descend, I can manifest anywhere within the barrier.”
“I see. I thought you might live in a temple or a church.”
(Should I refrain from being too forward? Maybe it’s best not to do anything unnecessary? Well, if it’s necessary, she’ll probably tell us eventually.)
“Ah, Keisuke-san. Speaking of churches… I completely forgot about the blessings. Could you take a look at this?”
She pointed to the part of my status regarding village bonuses. The ☆ for “Goddess Faith” was blacked out, and there were some changes in other areas.
(Oh, right… She did mention giving new blessings.)
[Status Display]
Keisuke Lv. 132, 41 years old
Occupation: Village Chief of Nanashi Village ★★★ <New>
Current Faith Points: 1,271pt
Unique Skill: Village Lv- (3710/5000)
“Village Chief Authority” “Designated Range++” “Exile Designation” “Ability Mimicry” “Viewing” “Collection” “Material Transfer” “Telepathy” “Inheritance+” “Goddess’s Blessing”
Village Bonuses
★ Fertile Soil
★★ Universal Storehouse
★★★ Goddess Faith <New>
– Can establish multiple churches within the barrier
* Current installation count (1/10) <New>
– Grant professions and skills to suitable individuals
– Status viewing possible
– Increases the skill level limit of villagers by +1 <New>
* Unlock conditions: Prayer to the Earth Goddess, Goddess Descent
“This is the new blessing… It’s very unfortunate, but this will be the last blessing granted.”
“You’ve already given me more than enough. —But this is another amazing evolution, isn’t it? Being able to establish multiple churches and unlocking the skill level limit…”
If I can place ten churches, I could put them in the village, town, by the southern seaside, and the northern mines… If done well, we could even place them in Japan.
And the increase in skill level limit benefits multiple people. It’s very much appreciated as it also contributes to the overall safety of the town.
After expressing my gratitude once again and staring at the status screen for a while, the goddess asked me about something she didn’t understand.
“Keisuke-san, can I complain about one thing?”
“Huh? What’s wrong all of a sudden?”
“Do you remember what happened when you received the village bonus for the first time?”
“Yes, of course. It was when I named the village and ‘Fertile Soil’ appeared. I remember it was the third day after the transfer.”
That bonus drastically changed our food situation. The village’s prosperity and the sweet potatoes we cultivated have been a great help in many ways.
(That was the first bonus, and I still vividly remember it… But what about it?)
“At that time… why did you name it ‘Village Bonus’? Why didn’t you check the screen properly?”
“Huh, what do you mean? Naming it? Checking? I don’t quite understand what you’re saying, Nanasia-sama…”
The goddess asked me with a hint of anger. When I heard the continuation of the story, I finally understood the reason.
On the third day of the transfer, I obtained “Fertile Soil” when I named it Nanashi Village. At that time, I started calling it the village bonus while excitedly thinking, “What an unexpected harvest!” However, at that moment—apparently, my status screen clearly displayed “Earth God’s Blessing.” She explained that the formal name for all three blessings, including the other bonuses, was “Earth Goddess’s Blessing.” It seems that because I named it arbitrarily, the name ended up changing.
“On the first day, you met Tsubaki-san, the apostle of the Earth Goddess. On the third day, you confirmed the presence of the Earth Goddess in your status. After that, you became convinced through prayer to the goddess—this was the original flow.”
“I’m really sorry about that. I may not have checked the screen properly…”
“In the end, it’s fortunate that you prayed to me… but it was really dangerous…”
(Even the goddess says it was really dangerous, so it must have been… Thank goodness I prayed to the Earth back then, I really owe it my life.)
After that, I received a total reprimand from Natsuki and the others while reflecting earnestly. Although it’s now just a funny story, I think it was a matter of life and death for the goddess.
Just as we reached a suitable conclusion, it was time for lunch. I thought I would part ways with the goddess and go to the town’s cafeteria, but then, someone proposed a ridiculous idea out of nowhere.
It was called “Goddess-sama’s Secret Operation!? Surprise Operation!” it was a ridiculous plan.
The plan was to change clothes and hairstyle and sneak into the cafeteria as if nothing happened.
The proposal itself was funny, I thought. But if we got caught, it would definitely cause a commotion. I warned against it several times… but even the person herself got enthusiastic about it, and in the end, this plan was approved.
However, it’s unacceptable to just go to the cafeteria like this. I decided to send a telepathic message to Hayato, Rado, and also Drago, Neil, and the other main members in advance. Of course, this was also in line with the goddess’s wish to quickly integrate with the town’s residents.
(While it might create a sense of familiarity… This Old man won’t take responsibility for whatever happens next…)
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Currently, a large number of villagers have gathered at Nanasia’s cafeteria. Since today is a holiday, almost everyone seems to be present. We were sitting in a corner of the cafeteria, enjoying lunch with the goddess.
By the way, it seems miraculously that we haven’t been found out yet. Some people seem a bit nervous, and others glance over at us from time to time… but they don’t seem entirely convinced.
Most of us can imagine… among those present, there are those who are terribly nervous. Yes, the dragon and snake folk who deeply revere the goddess. They tremble with cold sweat, visibly nervous.
They knew her identity from the telepathic messages beforehand. But, following the goddess’s wishes, they couldn’t bow down. Yet, it wasn’t easy to approach them casually. This situation continued, and they hadn’t touched their food or drink at all.
“Hey, isn’t this risky after all?”
“We’ve already gathered this many people, it’s too late to turn back now, Chief. Besides…”
When I whispered my concern, Natsuki immediately responded and continued with some plausible words.
“Besides, it’s the same for Drago-san and the others… Wouldn’t it be like following the goddess’s guidance to interact with them as usual? You’ve been given a significant role of being close to the goddess’s intentions. If you think of it that way, it’s a great honor, isn’t it?”
It’s a pretty ridiculous argument, but the members of both races who heard it looked at the goddess with surprise.
“I also request it from you. With this opportunity, I would like to naturally interact with the people of the town… I would be grateful if you could cooperate.”
“…”
Natsuki’s persuasive words and the direct request from the goddess seemed to have an immense effect. Everyone’s expressions changed instantly. Some seemed slightly euphoric, but mostly they seemed to be burning with a sense of duty.
“Nana… I mean, your words have been deeply appreciated by me, Drago. I will definitely live up to your expectations!”
“We, the snake people, will also serve you with our whole being.”
Once their determination was set… a commotion broke out throughout the cafeteria. The dragon families were here, and the snake people could read emotions with heat sensing. The rabbit beastmen were receiving instructions from Rado with enhanced hearing… At this point, about a third of the people were beginning to realize what was happening.
Since things seemed like they could spiral out of control, Drago decided to take the stage alone. Anyway, I expected things to turn out like this, so I wasn’t surprised or shaken myself. Well, there’s a lot of regret for not being able to stop it… but now, I’ll just let things unfold as they may.