We woke up and joined the barbecue again, chatting with each other, and before we knew it, time had flown by.
　I thought about helping with the cleanup, but there wasn't a single piece of dust left by Ayn-san's hands, so I couldn't help but smile, when Noin-san called out to me.

'Mr. Miyama. If you don't mind, I have some souvenirs for you................first, here.
What's this?

　Ayn handed me a black, square, blocky gemstone?　There doesn't seem to be anything special about it other than its shape.

''This is, well it's like a storehouse that can be carried around, to put it simply. It has spatial magic and state preservation magic on it and can store all sorts of things.
...isn't that a great thing...

　You mean that thing!　An item box that's a must for any otherworldly thing!　I see, the reason why Ayn-san was preparing so many things in an instant was because she was using a magic tool like this.......but isn't this expensive?

No, no, it's not that big of a deal. I made it out of leftovers this morning, so don't be shy about accepting it.
Master Zechs is a master magician.
Oh, thank you.

　Perhaps sensing my anxiety, Zechs-san laughs calmly and tells me not to worry about it. Thanks to the fact that we've gotten to know each other to a certain extent, I've noticed that even though Zechs-san looks like a geyser, his expression changes. It's strange, but I heard there are demons in the demon world that have their bodies made of ore, so I guess it's a loser to think about the details.

I was going to make your 'Magic Box' for you, Kite, but...
Give me a break. If you use your magic to make it, it'll be a national treasure by itself...

　Ahto is muttering to himself as he puffs out his cheeks in frustration, while Ahto mumbles some disturbing words.
　Apparently, it's called a magic box. I'm not sure if you're aware of the fact that I don't understand it well, but Raz-san adds an additional explanation to it.

"The amount that can be put into the magic box depends on the magic power of the creator~
Is that so?
''Yes, the average magic power is about the size of a closet to as large as a room, but with Chrome-sama's magic power, it's probably a ridiculous amount of space, enough to fit an entire metropolis.

　Should I say quintessential Black, or should I say, how should I say it, but I certainly can't see anything in the future that I wouldn't be able to hold on to even if I were given such an outrageous item. This is a double meaning of thanks to Zechs-san.

Well, even Zechs's husband's stuff is probably bigger than a house.
....

　........It was already a ridiculous enough substitute.
　When I was surprised by the words Achtung told me, Noin-san made some kind of magic circle-like object appear in the box and continued while pointing to the center of it.

'Touch the center of the magic circle. Then the owner will be registered to Miyama-san. Oh, you don't have to wear any particular magic power.
Oh, yes.

　When I touch the magic box as I'm told, the magic box gives off a momentary glow, but there's no particular external change. Is this okay?

Yes, the owner is registered to Miyama-san successfully. The rest is easy to use. You can take it out by holding the magic box and remembering what you want to take out, and you can store it by touching the item you want to store and remembering that it is stored. You can check the contents of the Magic Box, or even just picture the Magic Box itself.

　After Noin's explanation, I tried to erase the magic box in my hand, and in an instant the black gem disappeared and appeared in my hand when I wanted to make the magic box appear again. What a great convenience!　Quintessential magic!
　Seeing me being impressed by the magic box, Noin-san smiled and then made the magic box appear on her hand as well.

''Well, then, I'll give you the souvenir again.
'What?　Isn't that what this magic box is about...
'Oh, no, that's just for transporting and storing... after all, here's the main thing!
Could this be...

　Noin-san took out an object with a white miracle condensed into a triangle that looks like it's shining to me right now. The yellow color of the garnish creates a wonderful contrast and even feels divine to me now.

'Yes, the heart of the Japanese ... nigiri rice and takuan!　I thought you might be missing it by now.
Gulp.

　I couldn't help but gulp down a gulp of fresh air. Noin-san you were God..........
　It's the fifth day since I came to the other world.......the food we have at Lilia-san's mansion is extremely delicious. However, I guess it's just a Japanese thing, but after all, when you eat bread every day, you tend to miss the white rice.
　But unfortunately, there is no white rice in Lilia's house. I've heard that rice exists, but I've heard that bread is the norm in this world and that there is hardly any rice in circulation, so I was prepared to eat bread for a year.

I was prepared to eat bread for a year.　Rice isn't widely distributed over here, and it's valuable...
'No worries. This is what I grow personally. I'm sure it tastes great. I'm a former Japanese, so I don't like to eat bread all the time. We have prepared a lot of food, so please enjoy it with your fellow countrymen.
'Thank you!　I'm really happy for you!

　What a surprise, Mr. Noin says he personally makes white rice. I'm aware that it's cash, but honestly, I'm seriously happy about this. I can see the halo on Mr. Noyn's back.
　Moreover, the color and shape of this nigirizushi rice is wonderful. You can tell for sure that it's delicious just by looking at it. Not only does he look good, but his actions are like a mirror of the Japanese.

It's not just the appearance, but also the actions of a Japanese person.
Ugh.
By the way, we don't eat a lot of rice, so it's almost like Noin asked for it, or maybe he just wanted to make it because he was desperate for rice.
"........breakfast has to be white rice, takuan and miso soup! And you were very enthusiastic about it.
Uhhhh...

　Oh, it's not Mr. Noin that makes it....
　There was a rush by Ahat and Ain-san, and Noin-san dropped her shoulders as if to say that she had been hit in a sore spot.

''Well even I tried to do it myself in the beginning. But how am I supposed to win over Raz-sama, who grows the highest quality crops regardless of the weather or climate, how am I supposed to win over Ein-sama, who cooks with the taste of more than a skilled cook just by asking her verbally.......
'Haha, well, Raz is fun to grow rice - there's no need to worry about it.
I'm a maid, so I'm not a mere cook. Being able to cook all kinds of food is the least I can do as a maid.

　Apparently, Raz is an expert in farming. Also, I don't know how many times I've had to go through this but what is a maid?　Wasn't that the name for a superhuman?

Well, whoever is making it, it's thanks to Noin-san that we get white rice. Thank you so much.

　I gave comforting words to a drooping Noyn-san, and after a little while, I received a souvenir from Noyn-san, who was revived.
　The Magic Box has a magic that preserves the state of the rice in the box, and it has a wonderful function that keeps it in the same condition it was in when you put it in, so you can eat freshly made rice whenever you put it in.
　Moreover, as Mr. Noin said, they prepare a large quantity of rice for us, so that we don't have to worry about the white rice and takuan for a while.
　And what was even better, we were given some condiments such as soy sauce and miso, and some Japanese sweets such as yokan as a bonus. It seems that this was also made by Ayn-san in response to Noin-san's request...this guy really can do anything.

Thank you so much for everything you've done for me.
''Don't worry about it. It's not only for Chrome-sama, but also for us, because as someone from another world, I understand the hardships of the differences in food culture more than anyone else. Whenever you have a problem, you can always count on me.
That's right - Raz is always willing to help - when it comes to plants, let me stay!
Yeah, yeah, don't worry about it. It's just a matter of repayment of a favor, you know?
"...What?　I don't recall you being involved with any of the souvenirs?
Miss, you have my word on that.

　Ugh, people?　The warmth of the people in this room stung me. I mean, these people are really so good that I'm going to cry.
　They not only told me not to worry about them, but they treated me like a friend. I can't thank Kuro enough for organizing this barbecue, and I can't thank him enough.

　Then, as we were chatting a little, Noin-san looks a little uncomfortable saying it and opens his mouth again.

''........Miyama-san. This is not to say that this is, well, I'm not asking for anything in return, but I don't mind if you know.......
Yes?
Do you have any idea how to make tofu?
Tofu, sir?

　It was an unexpected question that Noin-san posed to me.
　According to her, similar products existed for rice and takuan, and she was able to make miso and soy sauce with her knowledge, but she was unable to make tofu without knowing that it was made from soybeans.
　As expected of Ayn, she didn't know how to make the tofu just by listening to the characteristics of the finished product, and Noin wanted to know how to make the tofu.
　It would have been nice if she could have asked a past hero, but the hero is basically a state guest and travels around the country, so she has had little opportunity to talk to him, and she felt awkward asking him to go and ask him.
　However, this is the first time that Noin had a chance to talk with me, a Japanese man, so he decided to ask me about it.

　As I recall, Mr. Noin was born in the Taisho era, and he was summoned when he was much younger than I was, and at that time there were probably not many ways to obtain knowledge that you didn't know about without the internet and so on.
　I'm sure he feels bad that he's trying to get information in return for the white rice, but I'd rather have the opportunity to return the favor.

''I'm sure I've only heard of it myself, but as I recall........''

　However, it's not like I've actually made tofu before. However, when I started living on my own as a university student, I remember reading some cooking websites and I remember seeing something about how to make tofu by chance. I'm trying my best to remember that memory as I tell you this.
　It's just that I've only read about it, so I preface this by saying that I don't know much about quantities or anything like that, but....

I see........I understand. I didn't understand what it was, as Mr. Noin only told me that it was a white, pulpy product made from soybeans, but I have a pretty good idea what it is, thanks to what Kite said. It looks like we'll be able to make it with no problems.

　Although it was a poor explanation from me, Mr. Ayn seemed to have understood the process to some extent. He nodded that it was reproducible. I'm afraid to say that this extraordinary person would be able to make it really quickly.

''Thank you!　Mr. Miyama!　Now we can finally get some tofu!
'Oh, no, I'd rather be the one thanking you...'

　I don't know if she's very happy to be able to eat tofu, but Noyn-san takes my hand and smiles at me with a really happy smile on her face.
　This is the first time in hundreds of years that Noyn has had tofu, and she must be very happy to be able to eat it, since she seems to be a big fan of Japanese food. Anyway, I'm glad she was pleased.

　It was time to say goodbye, and everyone saw me off as I got into the carriage.

Then, Kite, let's go out again tomorrow. Let's go visit them again tomorrow.
Oh, thank you again for everything, Black.
Ms. Miyama, I'll go to share the tofu with you when it's ready.
Yes. I look forward to it.
It's a good thing that you're not a famous person in the human world, because unlike Chrome-sama and Zechs's husband, I'm not famous in the human world, and I can visit you in person. It's just as well that your partner wanted to see you.
Ha-ha, try to look human if you can.
Raz is coming with us!
Yes. By all means.
I'll be visiting Duke Albert with Say, and we can talk then.
Yes, he's expecting you.
Master Kite, take care of yourself I hope to see you again.
'Thank you. Mr. Ayn.

　I smile at the words that come out of my mouth and get into the carriage, waving back at everyone who waves at me.
　Today was really fun, and I think it was a good change of heart for me as well. When we get back to Lilia-san's mansion, I'll write a letter that is not addressed to me, which has become a habit. I'll change the wording a bit and....

　Dear Mom and Dad - Today was the first day I've truly enjoyed being in another world. After--I've made a friend.