Chapter 258 Will It Turn Into A Protracted Battle？
"It definitely seems like they are in that building over there."
"What do you mean by 'that'? Mother (Privia)"
"I've never done it, but you know, it's like a 'siege battle'."
Ah, I see.
While consuming their supplies, they'll keep us at bay with arrows and wait for their allies to arrive?
Are you talking about waiting for the right moment to attack?
If you've played MMORPGs, you kind of understand, right?
There were quests for both siege and attack battles.
I remember both took an incredibly long time.
Now that I think about it, Maya-chan seemed to dislike or struggle with defending.
It's probably just her personality.
"So should we build a base here too?"
"Yeah. Since Berberiguru-kun, Dorchuneta-kun, and I are taking turns keeping watch over there, could you handle this side, Tatsuma-kun? I'm starting to feel hungry."
"Alright. So, let's go Maya-chan?"
"Yeah, big brother."
We're going back to discuss things with Jag-san.
"So, I can forcefully recover my stamina with this."
I show my hand and demonstrate 'Recover' on myself.
"But if I don't eat and rest, I'll get mentally exhausted. It looks like it's going to be a long-term battle, so I want to establish a base around here."
This place is by the lake.
The opponent built a base with the lake at their backs to protect it.
Did I get it across?
"Okay, master. Let's take turns transporting the supplies. Luckily, I can use earth magic."
"What? Really? That's amazing"
Ah, that's why he's good friends with Danjeon-kun.
Because he probably has the earth attribute.
It's that color.
Because it's a brown stolid.
"No, no, Master. Anyway, if it's something like a tent, it's possible to make it using the soil buried under the snow. I'll have a meeting with Alverate-san, Head of Security, and then we'll go ahead with it."
Jag-san, head of the shrine department, is mumbling some kind of spell while pressing both hands on the snow.
Then, as if breaking through the piled-up snow, a patch of ground about 5 meters square (54 sq ft) rises up.
And it's the dry kind too.
"We have plenty of materials. Oh, I'm sorry, but can I ask for your usual magic?"
"Ah, that one. 'Mana Recover' spell, right? This should do, right?"
"Yes, thank you, master. 'Earth Wall'!"
Then, walls rise up from all 4 sides of the floor.
One, two, and by the end, there was even a roof.
After making the entrance, I also built a simple door.
"Please rest here, master. In the meantime, we'll finish up our meeting."
I call out to Maya-chan, and she calls out to Mother.
Of course, Berberi-san and Neta-san are already with her, so I don't need to call them.
I take out a large blanket from my inventory and sit down on it like a makeshift carpet.
Even just this is pretty warm.
'Kuu'
Ah, Centrena comes in and flops down on her stomach.
It seems Alesion and the others are still outside.
'Guu'
'Guuu'
Alesion's deep voice and Wilshion's slightly higher voice.
Is it because he's a boy, or are they talking about something?
I won't know unless there's a reaction.
Maya-chan and I sat down, leaning against Centrena behind us.
Mother sits beside her.
Berberi-san and Neta-san are sitting a little apart, facing this way.
"So this Magic Tool is enough to keep us warm, master."
"Yes, yes. Earth-element magic is amazing. It's like alchemy."
"That's right. I can't imitate making something like this in an instant."
"By the way, mother (Privia), can we see what's going on in the Celestial Race (over there) from here?"
"Yeah, you can. Don't worry."
Mother and Maya-chan are the biggest contributors in this battle.
So, I want them to rest well.
For now, I took out some mana tea from the inventory and shared it with everyone.
There are skewers and bread, but I think I'll wait to serve those until Jag-san and the others come back.
Since I ate well before the strategy meeting, I'm still okay for now.
"So?"
"Yes. Mother (Privia)"
"Yeah, Mother (Privia)"
Berberi-san and Neta-san seem to be listening quietly.
"What this means is that we've secured the lake and the water source. It's crucial to know how much water we've prepared for a siege."
"Ah, I see."
"Yes. No matter how much food they have, it doesn't mean they all have the Space Attribute like you do. This means that just because water is right in front of them, they might only have taken the minimum amount."
"Uh-huh."
"And it's unclear how many from the Celestial Race there can use water attribute magic, but I believe it's really tough to prepare drinking water for hundreds of people using only magic."
"That's true."
"So, on purpose, it might be effective to let them know we've established a base here and are keeping watch."
I heard a knock on the door.
The one who came in was Jag-san.
"Everyone, we just finished our discussion, and I will set up the base here. Alverate-san and the others will take turns transporting supplies. I think we will be able to prepare lunch by noon, so please wait a little while."
"Yes, that would be helpful. Thank you"
Mother speaks words of appreciation to Jag-san on behalf of the family.
"No, you're welcome. Well, I'll go back to building my base."
Jag-san leaves in a hurry. The time for the 'Personal Information Mystery System' is around 10 o'clock.
If it wasn't so cold, I guess it would be ok to wait and rest.
"Well then, brother"
"Huh? "
"Please lend me your lap... ggh"
Maya-chan is resting her head on my thigh while I sit cross-legged.
She really falls asleep easily, doesn't she?
In no time at all, she's out.
It's probably not just pretending to sleep; she's genuinely asleep.
She must have been really worn out mentally, for sure.
"You two are still as close as ever, huh?"
"Um, well, yes."
I think I should explain how things have gotten a bit more complicated between us once this situation is over.
It seems Maya-chan hasn't talked to Mother about it yet, either.
It sounds like there's some commotion outside.
I think it's probably the Dragonkin since I can hear them saying things like, 'Let's eat the hot pot over here.'
I believe they're preparing a meal for us.
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