The night before we left, we rented a barn for parking and spent the night in the armored car as a precaution. Before I go to bed, I also make the gift I promised Midia. I hear she's proud of her feet and I think shoes would be nice.

　That's why I decided on shoes. I make trekking boots out of aramid fiber para cloth. The toe and heel are lined with metal protectors, and the soles have removable crampon-like spikes. The color of the boots is dark brown, which easily blends in with the soil and wood, since I am a hunter aspiring to be a hunter.

　In addition, the shins and instep of the foot, the addition of a plastic armor wrapped in a blade guard cloth. In addition, I placed three shuriken sticks in his shins, which were used as both protective gear and supplementary weapons.

　I think it's good enough for me to get a good mood.


Next morning, we gathered at the gate.

　A set of camping gear, blade proof vest, cloak, hat and multi-purpose goggles. Armed with a MP5F, P229, saber and spare magazines. The tactical vest was hidden in the cloak and was as inconspicuous as possible.

　Still, the modern backpack and MP5F submachine stand out, that's an issue for the future. But I managed to get permission for the window flowers.

'Good morning, good luck for the next four days,'
'Oh, you've packed your bags for an amateur. You're giving me your shoes?　Thanks for my daughter.

　When I looked for it, [Stan, Stan], I saw Midea tapping the ground with her toes.

'Oh, that?　Miss Midia seems to be in a bad mood...
No, it's just a habit. That's probably because you're looking forward to the gift.

　Anyway, I hurriedly presented the shoes to Midia. She liked the function and comfort of them and was pleased with them. So, since there didn't seem to be any problems, we set off....

Dad!　I can run really fast in these shoes!　Plus, it's perfect for my footwork!

　When Midia entered the forest, she gouged the dirt and sprinted. She stepped on a stone and jumped high into the heavens, and then smashed a tree into a stand with a heel drop.

'Hey, hey, Ryota?　I thought you said it was a shoe?　To my eyes, it looks like a weapon that looks like a shoe...

　I've got the stick shuriken on, but the basic idea is to improve grip and defense... but by all accounts, it's being used for destructive power.

''It's a shoe that can be used as protection and is designed to catch the ground accurately..................maybe.

　I was relieved to find an overprotective window flower sneaking ahead of the drone, but Simon's pressure forced me to warn Midia-san about it.

'Miss Midia. I do cut through some bushes in the forest, too, but I don't want to damage the trees for nothing. But I don't agree with damaging the trees for nothing. If you wish to continue, you will have to return your shoes?

Wait, wait!　Please!　I just got carried away!　I won't do it again, so don't take it away!

　He seemed to have reflected on it and allowed me to use it if I needed it and reassured me that I could use it. Simon-san also gave me an OK sign.

　Also, Midea suggested [Since we're friends, we can call her by her name]. The honorific title seems to be the real reason why my shoulders are stiff.

　But.........although it was a destruction of nature, Midia's footwork made sense as a forest fighting technique.

　A thrusting kick. The kick up. A heel strike. Even in a roundhouse kick, the knees remain folded until the moment of kicking, and at impact the shins and the tops of the feet are struck like a whip.

　It's a forest-specific technique that uses trees as a shield while unleashing a kick through the narrow gaps.

'Midea's kicking technique is perfect for tight spaces. Is it a martial art from this region?

"It's your father's basics, but it's not your style.　I'm not very strong with my arms, but I'm proud of my mother's legs, and I can kick an orc off the ground. But for a hunter, not being able to draw a strong bow is more critical I can't wait to reassure my dad.

　Even in the distance, Mr. Simon complimented Miss Midia, as if he could hear her.

'No, it's great enough, isn't it?　I can see the wind, so I have a better chance of hitting a sharp point than my dad.

　She is more of a parent than I expected. Is that normal in this world?

　But I'd like to do something about the lack of power... If you can wind it up by attaching a winder to the crossbow and pulling a wire with a pedal on it with your foot, it might be suitable for the Midian.

　The crossbow itself was developed in the east, and I'm sure the ancient Greeks had it as well. You can make a primitive crossbow, and it's not a technical problem. I could sell them to you cheaply.

　The reason why it's not free is because they'll be wary of free shoes and even crossbows.

　I'm sure you'll be able to find it. The drone can carry up to 6kg if you reduce the equipment. I can carry it back and forth.

　

★Get into the forest.

How to identify edible wild plants and medicinal herbs first. Dead branches and trees and fallen leaves suitable for firewood. How to camp and trap. Unlike hunting, trapping is less tiring, and I'll show you how to catch rabbits, birds, deer, etc. It's easy. They are of little commercial value, but traps are better for securing food for the journey.

Dad and Ryota are going for wild vegetables. I'm going to gather firewood and hunt for wild birds and rabbits.

Oh, would you like a pot of wild vegetables and wild birds?　Do you have a small pot called a rice bowl?

　The round rice bowl was well received for its portability and the dishes were included.

　We ate breakfast and lunch with unfermented bread. Afterwards, Simon and I went to pick wild vegetables and medicinal plants. Midia hunted and picked up firewood. We all planned to make dinner and trap together.

Then Ryota and I will get the wild vegetables and herbs as well as the medicinal herbs. Midea, take care of the prey. Ryota, do you have any salt?

Yes, I have salt and a few spices.

Okay, then it's bird soup!　And hello Herb!

　Wild plants and medicinal herb harvesters have similar poisonous plants, so learn to identify them well.

　I thought it was only the original species of the other world, but there are also a lot of plants that are almost identical to the ones on earth. Mugwort is bitter, but it is edible and can be used as a blood reliever. When processed, it can help with stomach pains, so it's very useful for traveling. I heard that it can be made into a smoke ball as well, although it requires a different ingredient.

　Peppermint can be used as a condiment and it is a convenient herb that hunters use to repel insects. If you can make your own insect repellant, you can have more room in your supply line. This would be a great help.

　It's been a long time since we've been outdoors, and it's been a fun and peaceful camp. I feel that a gun is in the way. But it's an insurance policy in case of a demon, so it can't be helped.

　And the gathering ended without incident. In ancient times, it was common practice to finish cooking while it was bright. It was early for modern people, but it was time to assemble and prepare the meal.

　In ancient times, even the lights are a luxury item.

''Oh, did you get it too, Midia?　We got a lot of them over here, and we've got [Cardon].

　Cardones are a native species of artichoke.

We got some good ones. A pheasant and some pigeons. And some firewood. The spiked shoes help me to run faster and keep my posture stable on the hills," he says.

Then let's set a trap. Then I'll explain to Ryota which wood is suitable for firewood, and you can pluck the bird feathers. I'll have Ryota disassemble it.

Nice to meet you.

　It was just a bit wild just camping. Traps are easy and convenient to set up and multiple at night. You can make them out of twigs, ivy and stones and leave them until morning.

　But I was sick of the pine sap instead of glue. It can be used as a substitute for gum, but it is hard, so it doesn't become glue unless it is chewed considerably.

　Of course, it rarely comes off. Simon's traps are designed to catch birds, rabbits and mice. I've also learned how to use the bait for traps, and even without the bait, you can find your way around.

　I learned only the wrong kind of firewood. If you're not sure, put it out as soon as you feel something wrong with your eyes, nose, throat or skin. Avoid high smoke. It's a short period of time, so the out-of-the-way identification is helpful.

★ Finish dismantling your prey and start cooking.

　The soup is made with wild vegetables and chicken with the lye removed and seasoned with herbs and salt.

　It was surprisingly tasty and went well with unfermented bread and grilled skewers. After eating, we relaxed for a while and then climbed a tree to sleep on a safe branch.

　I picked up my stuff from the window flower and assembled my crossbow before going to bed.