Hi, I'm Rita. It turns out that the teacher had mastered alchemy so well that he could smelt a homunculus. He is a genius. The teacher is a genius!　It's no longer about being younger or age, it's trivial. It's trash. I'm in the presence of a genius who has done all kinds of impossible things in the history of alchemy. Isn't that great?　Uh-huh!　Isn't it great!　 

'It's actually part of my project,' 

What's the project? 

My dream is to sell my produce to the world. But these vegetables are just a coincidence, and I have no intention of mass producing them. 

'What ... crops ...?　Um, isn't the teacher pursuing the truth of the world through alchemy?　That's what people say, but... 

That's a lie. The crops are all I have in mind. You know that.　He said I'm from a farming family. 

'Yes it's only a rumor but I think that's just some kind of trickery...' 

No, I'm a legitimate farmer's blood. 

'Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!　It's rumored that the teacher is actually royalty or a reincarnation of the founder... but... he's really from a farming family and alchemy to sell crops! 

Yes. 

'Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!　Isn't the search for truth an alchemist's ideal! 

That's what some people do. But I came to this academy to be part of a project. I knew I needed to learn alchemy in order to sell vegetables. That's why I learned alchemy here and here I am. The Blue Star class [Bluestella] was a part of that. 

'Eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!　Followed by the Blue Star class Bluesteer!　In addition to that, you're going to be a Blue Star class!　 I was surprised........but, well, I mean, how come you're still at this academy after you graduate? 

I've heard that the blue star class Bluestera is having problems with this kingdom when it comes to starting a farming business all of a sudden. I heard that he has a relationship with them. I'm sure you'll be able to find out more about this in the future. Well, it's part-time. 

Hi!　Part-time!　Blue Star class Blue Star is dead!　Part-time! 

'Oh, that was a secret but oh well. I don't have anything to hide from Rita. And I'm sure Fee's guy thought about it too, and made Rita my seminar student. 

'Oh I'm dizzy...' 

　Hahahahahaha. That's a lie. The teacher is seeking the truth through alchemy. Lies, right?　Hey, you're saying that to surprise me you're saying that to break the tension, right? 

　As he was despairing, the teacher was staring at the homunculus on his desk. 

''Hmm ... the first one's been looking shiny lately. ''What?　I need more sustenance?　Wait, first, don't over-nourish yourself. I've always said that. And No. 2 - hey, are you picking on No. 3 again?　I told you that stress is a poisonous substance you should feel sorry for yourself for a while, No. 2. No. 3, you've lost some weight, you need to replenish your nutrition. And No. 4 you're still going at your own pace. That's good, keep it up. 

　 

　Is it real?　Yeah, that's the reality. I can't believe that the greatest alchemist of all time was actually an alchemist who loved crops.... 

　But wait. Didn't we just have a conversation?　Oh, you can talk to corn! 

Um ... doctor, can you communicate with corn? 

Hmm?　Well, it's just a gesture. I know what I want, and I know the extent to which I don't like this. After all, I'm giving them a little of my intelligence. I know a little bit about these guys. 

 

"Huh, that's my seminar students. You know how lovely these guys are... 

　After hearing that, I stare at the corn and the others. 

　Limbs?　There are no fingers on things like It's like it's just a stick stuck to the ground. But number two?　is poking at No. 3 with a toothpick. The teacher saw it and said, "Stop bullying me, No. 2! And angry. Oh, shunned. I can see that No. 2's head is down and depressed. 

　And it turns out, he can hold something with these hands, at least for a while. I was selfishly shocked to hear that it was a farm crop, but this could indeed be a great thing. Sister Fee also said. 'Good thing, Rita. You can't be prejudiced. 'Don't underestimate the fact that it's a vegetable,' she said. I suddenly remembered her saying with empty eyes, ''It's possible that your love for crops could revolutionize the history of alchemy...'' I see, I'm gaining insight into what those words meant. 

　The sister knew. She said that Elle-sensei was from a farmer's background and that she was continuing to learn alchemy for her crops. Yes, prejudice is not good. Everyone has their own reasons for studying alchemy. I shouldn't impose my values, my own image on them. Because my teacher works so hard........ 

''Sensei, what's that?'' 

'Yeah, this is an observation diary. I need to keep a firm grasp on the biology of these guys. I keep it every day. 

'Wow....what is this?　That's amazing! 

　There was a lot of writing on it. What are the characteristics of each maize, what are their personalities, and the effects and side effects of incorporating alchemy into them? What are their lifestyle habits, what are the differences between them and humans, and is it possible to improve the breed by incorporating more alchemy into them? Yes, I saw it described. Agricultural crops...I thought...but he's a teacher after all. 

　The greatest genius alchemist of all time is really a genius. 

　I was clearly reminded of that. 

''Teacher!'' 

Oh, wow... what's going on here, Rita? 

'I'm glad I came to this seminar!　Tell me more about alchemy, or even crops! 

''Hmph. Huhahahahahaha!!!!　Yes, I knew it. Well I sensed your qualities from the first time I saw you. Together, we will walk the path to the crops! 

Yes! 

　This is how the "Jeruzemiemi" as it is commonly known was started in earnest. In the history of future generations, this seminar would be described as such. 

The "Elspeth" is a group that revolutionized the history of alchemy through agricultural products. 

　And it wasn't long before I became the third person in history to become a blue star class, Bluesteller. It was at this time that all destiny began to turn. I will be truly grateful for my encounter with my teacher for the rest of my life.... 

　§§. 

So that's what you told Rita? 

'I'm sorry, Fee. I couldn't help it. 

Well, it's okay. It's just that Rita looks up to you so much more. You hear that?　You know how he came to me after that and started talking about the greatness of crops?　How far have you brainwashed her? 

"...stupid. Brainwashing is a bad word for people. We were just arguing about the great relationship between alchemy and crops. I learned even more about the greatness of alchemy, and Rita learned even more about the greatness of crops. And she's quite apt at it. And she's quite capable of alchemy, too. 

Hmmm, honestly, on potential alone, you're probably better than me. 

''Maybe it could be the third Blue Star class [Bluestella]. I have a glimpse. 

No way. It's only platinum at best. 

Well, we'll see. I'll let my guidance guide her. 

'Hmmm. I'm looking forward to it. 

　Night. It's now 8pm. Fee and I had come to a completely private tavern for a party. Fee, despite being an aristocrat, likes the taste of the common people and hates expensive food. He still orders beer and shochu highs, as well as white wine. As an accompaniment, he ordered potatoes, fried chicken, and edamame. He is a complete old man. 

　I'm used to having meals with Fee, so I don't really care about it now. 

''Haha ... I'm really liberated ... I just hope Elle doesn't cause any more problems ... I'm worried about her. 

'It's ... I don't know. There could be another 'Great Vegetable Revolt' incident. 

'Oh that's so nostalgic. If I hadn't covered it up, you would have been expelled for sure, that. 

Oh. I'm very grateful for that. Besides, that incident gave us a walking cornucopia. It's all thanks to Fee that we're connected to now, and I'm really grateful for that. 

　I'm well aware of the trouble I cause on a regular basis. He scolded me for doing whatever I wanted, saying I was a blue star class [Bluestella], and guided me well. Although I'm in a higher class than him now, I still consider Fee as my only teacher. 

''Oh no.......what are you saying all of a sudden with a serious face? Well, you're a blue star class [Bluesteller], right?　And you're my first apprentice?　Besides, I've changed my image of alchemy in a lot of ways thanks to Elle and mine is the one I'm grateful for. 

........right. Well then, here's a present for such a fee. 

...? 

　Fee's face, red with alcohol, is puzzled. 

　I had bought Fee a gift for this occasion. It was the most expensive purchase I'd ever made in my life. Of course I had to pick it out on my own, and I had to find something that would suit Fee. 

"Here it is," I said. Open it and take a look. 

...Is this a necklace? 

The original alchemy is also built in. If you are in trouble, you can put magic power into it and I will be notified. Fee is also dangerous because of the exchange between the nobles. I've also covered the security aspects. 

'Lies I'm so happy. I can't believe that Elle gave me such a.... such a gift... ahhhhhhh, I'm so happy... ahhh, I'm so happy... ahhh, I'm so happy... 

Okay, okay. 

　I pat Fee's head, who is crying with emotion. The booze must be making him emotional. I know exactly what Fee is going through, because I've been there for him for the past two years. That's because I've been by her side for the past two years. That's why I wanted to express my gratitude in some way. 

"....gu gu guh.  

Oh. That makes me happy too. 

　It would have been beautiful to end up here. Yes, but I had my own mission. No, I had a mishap.... 

 

"d*mn it you've had too much to drink today, Fee! 

　But there was no reply. I was walking around town with Fee on my back. This guy's house is the entire top floor of my new apartment building on my own. Yes, the whole floor. It seems that Fee's family owns this apartment, and I've been renting a room there at a discount. I have a separate room from Fee's that he rents from me. We don't live together, but well, I guess you could say we are neighbors. 

　But this isn't what I was expecting, and with a bit of alchemy to deceive the people around me, as well as a lot of physical strengthening, I hurry to the apartment. 

''Well, the auto lock...'' 

　I carried Fee and turned the key to the auto-lock, picked the top floor in the elevator and went straight up. 

　I heard a ding, and the doors opened and we were on the top floor. 

　I don't have a key to Fee's room, as expected, so I shake her awake. 

'Hey Fee. Get up, you're home. Give me your room key. 

"...yes. Yes.........this....... 

　Fee takes the key out of his bag and hands it to me. 

　I'm supposed to open it, or... 

　I eventually opened it and threw Fee into bed. I've been to this guy's room a lot, so I know where his bedroom is. 

 

　You're making weird noises, but I've carried you here. That's about as good as it gets. Finally, I give him a quick word of business and leave. 

'Fee, you need to get dressed and get some sleep, okay?　I took a bath and brushed my teeth... 

Let me get dressed!　Bath together!　And brush your teeth! 

What? 

Otherwise, I wouldn't be leaving! 

"...What? 

　A moment later, the wards were put up by Fee's alchemy.  

Hm!　Let me take it off! 

　I'm drunk. Totally drunk...... 

　Oh God.......... Give me the courage to get through this ordeal........ 

　This is how my day has come to its climax. The long day is still going on.