"I'm home.

　I've returned to Hazama Village via the magic circle transfer.

Are the beastmen behaving themselves?　I'll leave the Gurutra Guard to the Kittle family, but I'll tell you where they live...
「「「「 But first, please explain. King! 」」」」

　...... What?

　I'm sure you'll be able to figure out what's going on.
　They all look very serious.
　Did something happen to you while I was at Princess Sylvia's?

Are the beastmen on the loose?　No, it's either that or a spy from the Gurutra Guard!
"...... That's not what I meant. Brother.

　Lysette took my hand.

Anyway, please come outside. Then you can explain.
That's right, brother. Just come.
It's a big deal. Mr. Shoma.
I've never seen anything like this before. My Lord!

　What's going on?
　The four of them dragged me out of the house...


"............


　All the trees in the village were covered with berries.
　Ripe, red, apple-like fruit. Berries that looked like tangerines.

　And also... there were also the sugar cane fruits that grew around Lisette's house.
　When we took the vow of brother and sister, there were only leaves, but now there are countless fruits. They're just as beautiful as I imagined they'd be, just like peaches.

　When I picked one up, the texture was just like a peach.
When I "awakened the dragon seed" and scraped off the skin with my fingernail and bit into it, it was ...... delicious.
　It's juicy and sweet.
　If you look closely, the tree itself looks like it's glowing.
　I mean, when I'm done picking the fruits, the branch goes back to the higher place.
　Is it possible that it came down to make it easier for me to get it? ......?

So this is the effect of the Priority Enhancement Area.
"...... 'Priority Enhancement Area'?

　Lysette is nodding her head.

"Oh. I was able to talk to Princess Sylvia and activate the magic circle in the castle over there. Then all the magic circles in the frontier and the Kittle territory were connected. After that, I got a message asking me to choose a priority reinforcement area, so I went to Hazama Village ...... and chose 'Kioujou'.
...... Is that what you meant?
"I understand. Shoma-san.

　Yukino is nodding her head in agreement.

I'm not sure what to do, but I'm sure I'll be able to do it. This is because the magic power that has increased in power through circulation has opened up to the heavens in search of a place to go. In other words, the Demon King's Castle has become a mana point from which vast amounts of magic power can be released.
It's so easy to understand!

　That's what I'm talking about.
　The words you use are a bit strange, but I think you're getting right to the point.

You're right. I think Yukino is right. I think Yukino is right. We activated a lot of magic circles and connected them to the dragon's veins. I think that's why the magic power of the earth, which had nowhere else to go, flowed out all at once.
"Magic power is like water. Magic power is like water. It is said to be activated by flowing and circulating.

　Prim took over my words.

It is said that the magic power strengthened in this way fills the 'priority enhancement area' designated by the king. That's probably why the fruit has suddenly started to grow. Perhaps there will be more crops, and they will be more plentiful and healthier.
...... Lysette also feels like her skin is glowing.
"...... Me too. Look at that. Mr. Shoma.

　No, you don't have to roll up your sleeves and stick out your arms. .......

"............ Moo.
Do I have to check?
"(chuckles, chuckles)
I can't help it. ......

　Rustle, rustle.

　Yeah. You're right, it's smooth.
　I don't touch their skin that often, so I can't really tell the difference.




"Ha-ha-ha!　I don't know what's going on, but my abrasions are healing instantly!


Our beastmen's wounds healed in no time at all!
"Hey!　Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey!

　...... There are children screaming.
　I'm not sure if the beastmen have healed from the wounds they sustained while being controlled by ...... black magic, or if they've healed from the wounds they sustained while being controlled by ....... black magic.
Even the soldiers of will are moving better. I'm not sure what to make of it.　And in an instant, they're merging to form a house. It's amazing. .......

It's a great idea.　The fruit is delicious!
"All beastmen thank you. Thank you!
"My Lord!　Our king, the Demon Dragon King Shouma, ────!

　...... I didn't expect this kind of commotion.
　It's too much. I'm not sure what to do.

　I'm not sure what would happen if you connected more magic circles and there were 5 or 10 priority reinforcement areas.
　More fruits, more crops...
　Wouldn't it be possible for everyone to live with only 3 hours of work a day ......?

I see. In other words, you're amazing, aren't you?

　Haruka has been nodding his head for a while now.

I'm sure you'll be able to understand what's going on.　Haruka.
Of course I do. I do. I know.
............
What the f*ck, Liz? I know what I'm doing. I know what I'm doing.
That's fine, Haruka.

　I patted her on the head because she had tears in her eyes for some reason.
　I patted her on the head, and she smiled as if relieved.

"Heh heh.
I didn't expect this result either. I didn't expect this result either, so it's the same for now. I'll figure out how to use the Priority Enhancement Area after I take a break.
That's right. You understand me, don't you?
We're brother and sister.
He made the Priority Enhancement Area for me. It's amazing.
Yeah, it's amazing.
Since it's so amazing, it's no wonder the usual hot spring is glowing with gold, right?
Yeah, the usual hot springs are glowing gold... Wait a minute.
What?
"The usual hot spring is golden?

　When I asked, Haruka's face was puzzled.

"Yes. I was imagining taking a bath with my brother when I went to take a bath, and the water was glowing gold. In the event that you have any questions concerning where and how to use the internet, you can call us at the web site.
"...... That's amazing, Haruka.

　He was a big man.
　The size of the vessel was incredible.

So, ...... let's go check it out for now.

　So, me, Lisette, Haruka, Yukino and Prim decided to head to the usual hot springs.




"See?

　Haruka is pointing at the hot spring and smiling.
　She's right. The water in the hot spring is glowing gold.

　The hot spring water spurts out from the rock walls.
　There are golden particles coming out of the spout along with the hot water.
　The hot water seems to be glowing.

Is the magic power of the earth gathered in the Priority Enhancement Area spewing out along with the hot water?
I think so too. "I think so too, King.

　Prim nodded.

I think so too. It's quite possible that it mixes with the magic of the earth and flows out like this.
This means that this hot spring is full of magic ......, right?

　...... Let's try an experiment.

It's a good idea to take a look at the website and see if you can find anything you like. "Dragon's Roar"!

　I fired the "Breath" straight up (after making sure no one was around).
　Good. Now I've consumed the magic of the dragon.


Residual magic: Dragon (72%)




　I shot pretty hard, so I'm down about 30%.

"Prim. Is it safe to drink the hot springs here?
I think it's safe. It's got the same source as the well water.
Okay.

　I put my hands into the hot spring spout and scooped up the spouting water with both hands.
　I put my hands in the hot spring spout and scooped up some of the hot water with my hands. I put my face close to the spout and ...... saw the golden particles dancing around.
It's similar to the light that appears when you reboot a ward. It doesn't look like anything bad.

　I put it in my mouth and drank it...


"Residual magic: dragon (100%)


You've recovered all of your magic power!
「「「「 eeeeeeee! 」」」」

　I see.
　I'm not sure what to make of this.
　I wonder if this can be stored in a ...... bottle.
　If you can, you may be able to use it to replenish your magic power when you move your "soldiers of will" outside the ...... wards.

It's amazing ...... is this the power of the Priority Enhancement Area ......?
I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.
It's a great way to expand your strategy.
"Hooray! A bath for magic!

　Jaban.

　I heard someone jumping into the bath without asking any questions.

"......, Haruka!
"Hey, Haruka!　That's not fair!
I know!　I'm wearing underwear!

　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not, but it's a good idea.

I'm sure you'll be happy to know that I'm not the only one who has a problem with this.
As a military strategist, I am glad that ...... Haruka is not an enemy.
Her actions are unpredictable.
Yes.

　I don't know if he's a natural or a genius. Haruka...
　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm going to do it.

....... I feel like I'm stronger when I do this.
Well, let's try the experiment after you get out of the tub.
Okay.
But that doesn't mean I'm leaving right now, does it?

　I don't know if it's worth worrying about ...... my underwear showing through or ...... anymore.
　In the event that you're not sure what you're looking for, you'll be able to find out more about it here.

"First of all, try to hit that rock with the 'inexhaustible hammer'.
"Yes!

　Haruka took the cudgel and held it up to the rock.
I'm not sure if this is a good idea, but I think it's a good idea.
　In the event that you have any questions regarding where and the best way to get in touch with us, you can contact us at our own web site.

I'm not sure.　I'm not sure what to do.


　I'm sorry.


　The rock shattered.

　A shockwave flies through the air and makes a huge hole in the tree behind you.

「「「「............ Oh, 」」」」
What do you think?　How's that?　Is it amazing?　Oh, my brother!

　Haruka's flying around in his underwear.
　It's really amazing. It seems that bathing in the hot springs of magic powers you up.

So, do you want a reward?
Gobohi?
I want you to write 'demon general' here on me with your hand.

　Haruka turned his back to me, which had become inflamed from the hot water.
　He was sweating and the hot spring water was running down his skin.

It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're doing. I want you to take this opportunity to appoint me properly.
I see. That's all right.

　I don't know about writing on your back, but...
　Haruka's underwear is damp from the hot water, and it's sticking to her skin.
　She's my sister-in-law, so if I don't mind, I don't mind. ......

Do you want me to write with my fingers?
Yeah.
Okay.

　I put my finger on Haruka's back.

...... What?


"......, what's wrong?
"Nothing, I'm fine. I'm just ticklish.

　Haruka turned to me with a bright red face.
　His shoulders are shaking. But he doesn't seem to want you to stop.

I'm sure you'll be able to figure out how to get the best out of it. ......
"............ Huh?

　I'm not sure what to make of this.
　What is this?
　I'm not sure if this is a good idea or not.

I'm not sure what to say.　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm going to do it.
Haruka, are you okay?
I'm fine. It's not painful or strenuous. ...... It's more like a relief. ...... Oh my god, what is this?


──── "The awarding of the royal name has been approved.

　What?

It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're going to be doing.
"──── The remaining available characters are 'dragon', 'king', 'flight', and 'demon'.

　The message appeared in front of me and then disappeared.

"...... give a part of my name to Haruka?

　I've heard that before.
　Emperors, kings, nobles, and lords throughout history have sometimes allowed their subordinates to use the same letters as those used in their own names,.......
　In some cases, the subordinates would change their names of their own accord in order to pledge their loyalty.
　On the other hand, I remember reading in a book that there were cases where people would avoid using the same letters as the emperor's name.

　In other words, the letters in the names of emperors and kings have a certain value.
　So, if I gave Haruka the character for "demon" in "Demon Dragon King Shoma", then ......?

Haruka.
"......... Brother.
I'm sure you're not the only one.
What?　Yeah. "Ogre force, twofold"!

　Huh?

　Haruka's body overflows with a huge amount of magic power.

What is this?　What is this?　What is this?
I'm not sure what to make of this.
I'll give it a try. I'll give it a try. Special kill, "Mujin Tsuki"!

　I'll try.

　Haruka hit the nearest rock with his club again.
　The rock disappeared.
　The shockwave made a hole in the rock wall behind him.

"............ Wow!
"Ha, Haruka? That's amazing. Haruka! That's because you're ....... When you have a non-standard person like this, you need to be able to plan your strategy. ......

　I'm not sure what to do.
　I'm not sure what to make of this.
　It seems that the ability has simply been copied by Haruka.

This is the power of the Priority Enhancement Area?

　The land is flooded with magic power and some water sources are filled with magic power.
　If you use that water to write on the bodies of your subordinates, you can copy your lord's abilities.
　However, it seems that only one person per letter can use the name ....... The number of available letters has been reduced.

"Great, brother. Now, now, now, write 'dragon' for me!
"Don't try so hard. Put some clothes on, Haruka.

　Sigh, Lisette sighed.

I'm not sure if you've seen this before, but I'm sure you've.　I'm sure you'll be pleased to know that I'm not the only one.
"Eh... We're family, it's fine.
No, you can't. If a general makes a fool of himself, his brother's dignity will be harmed.
So, Lizzy, why don't you ask your brother to write for you?
...... Lizette hasn't been officially appointed yet.

　I'm not sure what to say.

I'm not sure what to make of that. It's okay that Rizzet hasn't been given a name yet.
"It's not fair.
He's a schemer. Lisette.
I'd appreciate it if you didn't take my job as a military strategist. ......
So, Liz, after you become a general, you won't be bathing with your brother, right?


"It's okay to have a sibling at .......
That's not fair.
"And, so, Brother Shoma, ...... please.

　Lysette moved closer to the hot spring and then turned her back to me.
　I'm not sure what to do, but I'm sure I'll be able to do it.

...... Oh, please. Brother Shoma.
...... Okay.

　If you can power up Lysette, you should do so.

Are you sure you want to use ...... 'dragon'?
...... Yes, it is. Another letter would be ......, but it's not quite right.
Right.

　Lysette is a dragoness, a dragon general.
　Other letters don't suit her. I'm not sure what to say.

"...... 'dragon' .......
"...... That tickles, brother. Is it ready yet?
"I've already written .......
"...... What?
"Let's try ...... one more time. ...... 'Dragon'. ......
"...... Oh, no. Oh, what?　Nothing's happening. ......?
That's weird. ...... one more time.
"......, brother, ...... is .......

　For the next ten minutes or so, I kept writing "dragon" on Lysette's back with the hot water from the "magic hot spring", but there was no response.
　It's funny ...... that I succeeded in one attempt with Haruka.

"...... maybe a place to write?
"A place to write?
I'm sure you'll be able to find something that will work for you. I think it was different for each of them. So ......
You mean Lysette should use her magic to draw letters elsewhere instead of on her back?
That might be a possibility.
I understand. Shoma-san.

　Suddenly, Yukino nodded.

I'm not sure what to make of it, but I'm sure it's a good idea.
"Can we stop talking about the black history of the original world?
The Organic Dragon King has a cool crest on his arm: ......
That name is even worse!
"I agree with my Lord and Master Yukino.

　Prim has her hand up, too.

I'm sure you're not the only one. I'm sure you'll be able to figure out what you need to do.
...... So, how do we find him?
I guess we'll have to try writing all over the place.
I think so too.
Way to go, Liz!
Wait, wait, wait, wait!

　With her back to me, Lysette shouted.
　The skin that was white just a moment ago is now bright red and pale.
　I think the reason you are shivering is not because you are cold, but ...... because you are shivering.

"What do you want?　Lysette.
What are you going to do ......?

　Lysette looked at me sideways.

I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that. In addition, if Lysette gets the power of the dragon seed awakening, she will be able to get closer to her brother ...... and be more useful to him .......

　I'm not sure what to make of it.
　Then she looked at me as if she was ready...

"Please. Brother Shoma.

　He announced firmly.





　Two hours later.

Two hours later, the word "dragon" responded to a limp Lisette's stomach.

　And then...


"Who am I, Mr. Shoma?
"My Lord, am I ......?
I'm going to have to check the duration of the effect and the ability.

　That's what I'm going to do, just in case.