Friendly Reincarnator Chapter 75: Management Personnel Selection

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　On the way back to the city, we decided to take a quick trip home after putting on our Physical Enhancement spell, but along the way, I heard something about dungeons from the members of Speed Kings.

　They told us that dungeons are full of mysteries and that there are many things we don’t know about them.

　First of all, as I mentioned earlier, most dungeons are managed by the state or guilds, but sometimes unmanaged dungeons like this one are discovered.

　The country and guilds manage them by periodically thinning out the number of monsters to avoid the danger of a stampede.

　And when monsters are defeated in dungeons, they sometimes drop materials called [Item Drops].

　For example, if you defeat a Vampire Bat in a dungeon, a Vampire Bat Bone will appear.

　When a monster is defeated and its corpse is left unattended, it generally melts into the dungeon or crystallizes and disappears. Similarly, when a human dies, it is taken into the dungeon, but in rare cases, it may become a Skeleton or a Wraith.

　Inorganic objects such as weapons and armor remain in place.

　Rarely, there are treasure chests and hidden rooms.

　Dungeons have levels.

　If the Dungeon Core is destroyed, the growth of the dungeon stops, monsters that are slightly weaker than when the core was destroyed may appear, and the Boss may no longer reappear.

　Simply put, the objective of everyone who enters the dungeon is to defeat the stronger monsters and finally defeat the Boss and destroy the Dungeon Core.

　It is rumored that dungeons tend to form where there is an accumulation of magical power, but no one has verified this.

　I asked if Speed King had ever been in a dungeon. I asked him, and he replied in an affirmative.

　I was told that most adventurers have been in a dungeon at least once if they are in a party.

　He told me that the deeper the dungeon, the stronger the boss is, and the more you need a party to conquer the dungeon, which is rumored to have strong bosses, some deep levels are A-rank and B-rank.

　Unlike forests and grasslands, fire magic can be used without restraint, so mages who can use the magic of the four major attributes have an overwhelming advantage, right? When I asked him about it, he told me that a well-balanced arrangement of both magic and weapons would be better for the strategy.

　I heard that in some cases, it is more advantageous to use a small sword than to use powerful fire magic in a narrow passage.

　While we were talking like this, we arrived at the west gate of the Royal Capital of Ares.

　We went to the guild and reported to the Guild Master about the dungeon.

　Carl reported the situation.

“It seems that a dungeon has been created in that place. It was a newly created dungeon, so it is likely that the monsters were not contained and those who crawled out were attacking adventurers. Louis also scouted the dungeon’s interior.” (Carl)

　Prompted to do so, I reported what I gathered using [Exploration] and began to map the place, I reported that there were many monsters, some tens of meters apart and that there were 30 High Orcs and Orcs in a square at the far end of the dungeon.

　Harold-san, the Guild Master, thanked me for my investigation and told me that he would compile an investigation report, but that the western forest would be off-limits to the guild and would be managed by the guild.

　I was a little worried that the West Forest is a place where medicinal herbs are collected and that the adventurers’ income would decrease and the cost of ingredients for potions would skyrocket.

　I was going to take a week off, so there would be no problem for me if I could not enter the West Forest.

　After I finished my report, I was paid both for the survey and for the subjugation of the monsters.

　I was glad to know that the monsters I had killed were eligible for rewards even if I hadn’t reached the prescribed number.

　After saying goodbye to Speed Kings and going home to have dinner with Huey, I did my usual practice and relaxed while reflecting on the day’s events.

　I need to get organized or my head won’t be able to keep up.

　The essential thing now is to meet with the spirits.

　This is a must because I was advised to do so by Jupiter-sama.

　Next is the new restaurant I got involved with, Donburi House.

　Considering the fact that rice bowls are going to be popular, it’s not good that no one but me can make soy sauce.

　If I leave Ares and sell the stock and run out, the business will be unable to stand on its own.

　I feel a little sorry for my involvement.

　On the other hand, I have the dilemma of not being able to meet the essential spirits without going around the world.

　Before we get sucked into that vortex of thoughts, I should stock on soy sauce and think about tomorrow.

　I went to pick up the soybeans and wheat that I had set aside… I’ll have to ask a lot of questions, prioritize, and deal with the situation.

　The next morning, I showed up at Sinker Trading Company and had a meeting with Robert as usual.

　First, I instantly stowed the soybeans and wheat into the infinite storage, and Robert said enviously, “No matter how many times I see it, it’s a magic bag with convenient and insane capacity.”

　During our interview, I asked him if there were any aristocrats who cared about the slums. I asked, but Robert-san looked troubled and replied that he didn’t know any.

　I understood and ended the meeting.

　Before leaving the Sinker Trading Company, I bought and stored 20 bottles of soy sauce.

　Next, I went to the guild and asked to see Harold-san, the Guild Master.

　Rosa-san, the receptionist, was able to get me in to see him right away.

“Hello, I’m sorry for your trouble the other day. What can I do for you today?” (Harold)

　He asked me in his usual muscular and intimidating manner.

“Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule.” (Louis)

　I greeted him and told him straight out what I wanted to do.

　I want to create a job for slum dwellers.

　That job is my original sauce workshop, but I don’t have any connections outside of a few adventurers and the Sinker Trading Company.

　So I asked him if he could introduce me to someone who could take care of the work and manage it.

“Hmmm. Did the Sinker Trading Company turn you down? They seem to be proceeding on the assumption that the original source would sell…is it really something that would sell, considering the way the company handled things?” (Harold)

　Harold asked frankly.

“Yes, we offered to send someone from the Sinker Chamber of Commerce or introduce them to any nobleman who would care about the slum, and they refused. As for the sauce, a restaurant called Donburi House will be selling a dish using it on the main street within a week, but if you want to check, I can make it in the cafeteria today and show you.” (Louis)

“I see. So the Sinker Trading Company prioritized the image of their own company. So, if someone can run the operation, can anyone do it without moving an arm and a leg?” (Harold)

“Yeah. They could, but do you have any idea?” (Louis)

“There is an adventurer who retired three years ago after a monster knocked out his tendon in his leg. He’s smart and good-natured, but since his leg stopped working properly, he’s been a little restless. I’ll call him up, and he’ll let me try a dish with that sauce in the cafeteria?” (Harold)

“Thank you very much, I will count on you!” (Louis)

　After thanking him, I asked his permission to enter the kitchen.

　About an hour later, Harold-san brought a man named Terry.

　He was a really ordinary-looking guy, maybe 40 years old, with gray hair, light green eyes, and no other particular features.

　Harold-san introduced us.

“Terry, this is Louis, the guy I was telling you about. Louis, this is Terry. As you can see, he has a broken leg.” (Harold)

“Nice to meet you. My name is Louis. Thank you for making time to listen, Terry-san.” (Louis)

“Oh, it’s nice to meet you, I’m Terry. Harold, is he the D-rank adventurer? He is quite… well, young.” (Terry)

　Harold-san replied with a laugh.

“He’s young, yes. But he is smart and polite at work. Will you let us try the new sauce first?” (Harold)

　With those words, everyone moved to the dining room.

　I went to the kitchen, while Harold-san and Terry-san waited for me at the table.

　The rice was freshly cooked and taken from my storage, next I take out Huey’s bowl and proceeded to take out the donburi bowls, onions, eggs, etc. to cook.

　This time, the menu consisted of a bowl of rice topped with orc meat, orc steak with garlic and soy sauce, and vegetable soup.

“Please enjoy.” (Louis)

　I quietly offered it at the table.

“Yeah, let’s din in.” (Harold)

　Harold replied briefly and they started eating.

　It was just before noon before the dining room became crowded, but there were already several groups of adventurers, and the savory smell of the steak sauce attracted their attention.

　The two eat a bite of the orc steak and continue to eat with a surprised expression.

　They were silent.

　They eat their bowls of rice with a spoon slowly at first, but after that first bite, they began to eat at top speed.

　Both of them were still silent.

　Harold-san drank his soup and said,

“Oh… can I ask for seconds?” (Harold)

“I’d love to, but please report the taste to those around you so they can hear.” (Louis)

　Harold looked around and saw that the adventurers had gathered before he knew it and were watching him eat.

“Whoa! What the hell, you guys! Eat your meals at your own table! Oh, I see. This is delicious. I’ve never tasted anything like it.” (Harold)

　I was a fool to expect Harold-san to give a proper report on the food.

　On the other hand, Terry-san gave me a report on his meal.

“This steak, with its original sauce, tastes like nothing I’ve ever had before. Then, with the savory aroma, combined with garlic, making it goes very well with this grain that I’ve never had before. The steak is a gem that makes the grain taste good, too.”  (Terry)

　The surrounding adventurers exclaimed, “Oh! were the exclamations from the adventurers around us.

　Good, say more.

　I served them a second time while listening to their words, and the second time, too, disappeared into their stomachs in the blink of an eye.