Chapter 213: Aurora RV, New and Improved.

Chapter 213: Aurora RV, New and Improved.

Wow, for a medium-sized wagon, this room surely is a bit too large, Muraina expressed her surprise at the sight of our communal room, noticing how spacious it was and filled with furniture for rest and recuperation. She then noted the five rooms and our bathroom inside the corridor next to it, now completely confused at the situation. This is space-time magic, correct?

I gave my thumbs up. Considering what Id heard from Tasianna, that the elves were a race who worshipped all Origin Gods equally and put a lot of value in magical knowledge, it shouldnt be weird for Muraina to identify [Space-Time Magic] spells. I explained to her what [Room] did and how it worked.

I see it is extremely rare for anybody to learn [Space-Time Magic], since the condition to receive it is so difficult to fulfill. And then there is the fact that the spells are so mana-intensive to use, and how long it takes to level up the skill. Ah, you and Saori certainly are lucky, Lady Hestia.

I then gave Muraina a tour around the different rooms of our subspace, showing her our restaurant, the kitchen, Grimnirs smithy and shop, Ellaines artificer room, and lastly the sauna and artificial hot spring. I suppose that, since the sauna and hot spring were next to our communal room, I could have shown it to her earlier, but I thought it would be the best one to end with.

Everything took so much money to furnish. Without Count Helvass staff, we probably would not have finished it all in one week, and even then, there are still some things that we need to work on, Saori informed Muraina as she followed us. She then snapped her fingers, having remembered something. Which reminds me. Shoyi, come out.

At her command, something black suddenly oozed out from her shadow, wobbling around like jelly as it slowly formed into an oval, squishy creature. It crawled up Saoris leg like a snail, prompting her to pick it up and give it a gentle tap on its body before caressing it like a cat.

Eeek! Its a slime, urgh

Hestia, let me introduce you to the answer to our plumbing system, Shoyi! My fifth shadow beast, a [Lesser Shadow Slime]! The slimes skin suddenly moved up and down like a wave, responding to Saoris excited voice with something similar to elation.

I gulped and forced myself to look at the small slime, still slightly afraid of them from my past experience with a larger variant. I know Ellaine suggested that we buy one of them, since noble houses use these aromatic slimes to eat toilet waste and keep bathrooms smelling good, but does it still work as one after you made it into a shadow beast? Also, Shoyi? Did you really name it after shoyu? Soy sauce?!

The black slime did remind me a bit of soy sauce, but it felt weird calling it after a condiment. Somehow, Saori disagreed.

Nonsense, Shoyi is an acceptable name, Hestia. She was adamant about it and stroked the slime again, who reciprocated Saoris affection by slightly moving its body. How did these two get so familiar so soon? And, yes, you do not have to worry about it. My [Shadow Pack] skill does change my tamed beasts races, but it does not change their skill sets. [Lesser Aromatic Slimes] like Shoyi have a racial skill called [Detritus Aromatic], which helps them process waste better and create a pleasant aroma. In the wild, they use this smell to attract more animals towards them, leading to more food for them.

When I asked Saori how Shoyi was seemingly reacting to her words, she explained how sensitive slimes were to external stimuli, as they lacked the ability to see and hear. Slimes werent intelligent, which included Shoyi even after it turned into a G rank [Lesser Shadow Slime], so they couldnt react to Saoris words. However, it could feel her warmth and gentleness whenever she touched it.

[Shadow Pack] creates a link between me and my shadow beasts, and its probably an improved version of the normal tamer system, similar to how your [Idol] is an improved version of the bardic system. Shoyi still isnt sapient enough to think or make its own decisions. It still acts through instincts alone, and, even if I ordered it to, it would not be able to become your retainer just yet, Hestia. In other words, the slime had to evolve. I asked the other tamers at the hunters guild for tips, and they told me that I can control the evolution of my monsters through the tamer system, although they have to be loyal enough. Uno, Song, Sarasa, and Quatre shouldnt have a problem with that, and I am now making sure Shoyi wont either.

Shoyi also was too small to multiply itself into individual blobs until it evolved into something able to control them from a distance. Saori was hoping that she could have some time at the elven outpost to hunt some monsters to power level her garms and Shoyi. Speaking of the garms, they were still too stubborn to accept my [Hestias Retainer] title.

As Saori continued playing with Shoyi, Song suddenly poked her head out from Saoris shadow and began wimping at her alpha. Feeling bad, Saori allowed the garm to exit her shadow and began playing with her giant dog. You know, Saori really was like those people who didnt want a pet but would turn into pet lovers the moment they got one. Nobody would believe Saori didnt want to take the garms in at first.

This is fascinating. If I remember correctly, [Shadow Pack] should be one of your custom spells, Saori? I dont remember the details anymore, but are you constantly summoning them, right now? Muraina asked, having started stroking her spriggan Whisperias treant body due to Saori.

Not exactly; in fact, for some reason, my custom spell turned into a unique skill. I still have no idea what triggered that event, but I am happy with the results. Still Muraina, do you possibly know why Edna would suddenly keep watch of somebody? Saori explained to the elf how she got the [Watched by Edna] title after evolving into a B rank, omitting what monster she evolved into to keep some secrets. She forgot dark elves like Krymdar worshipped Marsven and Edna, since they were their races progenitor, so she never posed him this question.

Muraina nodded and thought about it as we continued the RV tour outside the [Room]. Hmm, well, Edna is the Goddess of Monsters and Fertility, and was renowned as one of the best tamers when she was still a mortal elf. When we high elves were still considered the only elven race. I dont think youve given birth yet, correct, Saori? Saori vehemently shook her head. She admitted to being a virgin, even in her past life. Then it has to be due to your [Shadow Pack] skill, the monster race you evolved into, your blood connection with Belzac, or some combination thereof. Those are the only possibilities I can think of. If you really want to know more, I would probably ask Krymdar or pray at one of her altars and hope Goddess Edna responds.

Where would one of these altars be? Saori replied.

There is one in Saelariels capital, Caindha, in the temple dedicated to Marsven. Saori initially wanted to ignore the title, but it seems that she wasnt able to entirely. With nothing happening with it for a whole month now, she probably got impatient. Similar to myself when I had to come to Firwood and Griffonpeak for Aurena, shes now on a pilgrimage to an altar for Edna.

When we exited the subspace, we returned to the living room of our RV. Even if we mostly lived inside the subspace now, we still had to make space for receiving guests that we couldnt trust letting into our [Room], so we kept most of the furniture intact here. It also was a good place to rest before we left for a Quest, so we kept the kitchen here for small snacks as well.

There we saw Ellaine slouching on the counter stool, slowly eating her breakfast as she attempted to keep her eyes open. When she noticed us, she waved her hand and looked at me. Hestia, I forgot to apologize for not attending your concert. Im also sorry I couldnt sing the third song with you, despite how much we practiced together. I cant believe I forgot about that when I came back.

Ellaine and her parents didnt sleep at all yesterday while they were searching for Jonathan, so when Ellaine came back to the mansion, she looked terrible. She complained how they couldnt find Jonathan and that her parents couldnt stop looking, despite how tired and stressed they were already from all the work they put in for the concert and yeast deal. When Barathan heard this, he shook his head and murmured, They havent changed since we traveled together and flew out on his gargoyle to fetch them.

From what I remembered, Barathan was the attendant who traveled with the Arcanuess and Arcaliess when they became adventurers, so he probably was extremely close to them. Considering how he was entrusted to take care of so many important operations like managing the arcanarch and the yeast production, it seemed that he was a reliable person.

Its alright, Ellaine. If I was in your position, I would do the same. Family is everything; I can always reschedule a concert, after all. I then gave her spell rings with KleaHatma in them back, which she accepted with a strong nod.

She then turned over to Saori and asked her about how well the pastries and sweets sold. Showing a proud smile, Saori responded, We sold out. The mountains we managed to bake sold out before Hestia could even finish the concert. Lady Amelia received some complaints from the nobles about how we shouldnt have sold so many to the masses if we couldnt keep enough stock for them. We profited immensely and managed to recuperate a majority of our investments.

Ellaine clapped. Amazing, hiehie. They will complain now but Amelia will somehow deal with it; after all, we will be the only merchants with the products they want. Ahhhh, this will 100% guarantee that father will ascend to the Arcanuess rank without any complaints from the other nobles in our duchy. Lord Duke Greenveil will most likely perform the ceremony once father and mother arrive back in Griffonpeak and legitimize their new ranks during our trip. Wow I am the daughter of an arcanuess now.

I clapped her shoulder and told her to finish her breakfast before Saori, Muraina, and I moved upstairs, where we noticed Tasianna tending to our garden while making some mana potions. After we expanded the garden during the renovations with the [Room] runes, Tasianna was able to include more herbs as well as various other plants which could benefit our potion-making. We even left a bed inside this greenhouse in case Tasianna had to stay here and sleep.

Oh, which reminds me of something here, everybody. Your catalysts are finished! Putting her bow down, Muraina then opened up her travel bag and pulled out a head-sized red orb and two palm-sized dark green balls from them. Handing them over, Tasianna gleefully asked us to [Identify] them.

Mana Eyes.

Heart of the Volcano Catalyst

An alchemical orb created using the volcanic heart of a Volcano Furnace Volchark. If mana is registered to this catalyst, it will levitate and float around the owner using stored mana. An aura is emitted from this catalyst, reducing any fire or lava element damage by 50% against the owner. This reduced damage will be turned into Health for the owner. Significantly reduces Health, Mana, or Stamina cost of any fire elemental attacks and its compound elements.

Owner: None

Skill: [Resource Efficiency Lv. 8] [Magic Power Enhancement Lv. 8] [Chant Revocation Lv. 10] [Flame Furnace Aura] [Cast Activation Speed Increase Lv. 7] [Inferno Amp] [Lava Amp] [Artillery Spell Enhancement Lv. 1] [Explosion Spell Enhancement Lv. 1]

Flame Furnace Aura

An aura of heat envelops the area around this skills owner. Allies within this aura will have their fire and lava elemental resistances increased by 30%. Explosion resistance increased by 30%

Draconic Thunder Cores

Twin alchemical orbs created using the electric sac of a [Boltreaving Wyvern]. If mana is registered to these catalysts, they will levitate and float around the owner using stored mana. Connected by an electrical current, the function of a single orb will deteriorate if the distance between the twins is too far apart. Electrical current may be stored inside this orb as a replacement for mana. Even as a catalyst, the wyverns heart pulsates with power.

Owner: None

Skill: [Lightning Revolt (Limited)] [Boltreaving Blade (Limited)] [Mana Efficiency Lv. 8] [Magic Power Enhancement Lv. 10] [Chant Revocation Lv. 10] [Cast Activation Speed Increase Lv. 8] [Lightning Amp] [Artillery Spell Enhancement Lv. 1] [Critical Spot Damage Increase Lv. 8]

Lightning Revolt (Limited)

The racial skill of the [Boltreaving Wyvern] enabled through a specialized organ sac, now turned into an alchemical catalyst for further usage. While the hearts power still pulsates with life somewhat, its powers are now reduced in their new form. Electricity of any kind may be stored inside this catalyst for future usage. Once at maximum capacity, the owner may supercharge the catalyst, increasing lightning-based attacks and enabling to owner to cast one additional [Multi-Cast]

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Boltreaving Blade (Limited)

The racial skill of the [Boltreaving Wyvern] enabling it to use [Electrokinesis] close to its body. In its Limited form, the control distance is reduced to around the catalyst and the amount of voltage controllable is also reduced. Electricity may still be shaped into any form possible

From just the first glance, doesnt it seem like my catalyst is more catered towards a supportive role? Then again, it makes sense that Saoris catalyst is more powerful since they were made from Astalos.

When Tasianna noticed my sullen look, she spoke to me. Lady Hestia, when Master Krymdar made your catalyst, I was allowed to give him my opinion on what you and Miss Saori preferred. From a combat standpoint, do you really require more methods of attack, Lady Hestia?

Tasianna was right. Concerning my offense, I had so many tools under my belt that I havent fully mastered yet. While adding more wouldnt hurt, and I was always looking on creating more custom spells and toxins, there comes a point where having too many options would become detrimental.

Moderation is important. If there were ways for me to improve my existing toolkit by empowering those options, then I would become stronger while allowing me more chances to perfect my attack plan. After just receiving [Unheilige Engel] and [Halo of Consecration], there were now more things I had to incorporate into my fighting style.

While thinking deeply on this subject, Tasianna continued, The skills on Miss Saoris catalyst were chosen to improve her new abilities, strengthening her offensive and defensive abilities even further. For you, Lady Hestia, I believe more defensive options would be better, no?

Am I not already pretty resilient against anything fire related? I responded.

Resilient, yes, but how about immune? Impossible to defeat? Tasiannas ideas were becoming more enticing to me. In the case you arent happy with your current catalysts, Master Krymdar has shown me how to create them twice, so I can always produce more and repair them. Even without Master Krymdar around, the stacks of text and books he gave me may keep me occupied with learning. She then pointed at the stacks of books next to her alchemy bench. We should add a bookshelf for her later.

Tasianna then urged Saori and me to register our mana into them, finalizing the progress. After filling the catalysts with our mana, the orbs glowed their respective colors and our name appeared in the Owner area. When mine activated, a warm aura began emanating from it as it floated around me. It reminded me of a mobile heater.

We can finally ask Grimnir to start producing weapons and equipment suitable for our catalyst, Saori.

Speaking of Grimnir, he should be driving the carriage at this moment.

Looking out the windows of the second floor, we confirmed our RV was about to reach the gates. Our trip would normally take two days with a wagon, but since two of Saoris garms would always drag the RV forward, we probably could reach the elven outpost a bit earlier, assuming there weren't any disturbances.

Since we didnt have anything else to do for now, Muraina, Saori, and I decided to help Tasianna harvest some of the produce. Since I always made sure to continue pouring my mana into the soil to accelerate their growth rate, we would always have boxes filled with fragassa, fulinoe leaves, cooking vegetables, and alchemical ingredients ready at hand. Tasianna is a treasure for loving garden work.

As we were in the middle of harvesting todays produce, we felt the RV halting still. We probably were waiting in the line for the gate inspection before leaving. As the line moved forward, the RV would move and then slow to a stop every other minute like clockwork, but for some reason, while it was moving forward, it came to a suddenly halt, shaking the RV a bit and unbalancing us.

I can see our welcoming party, everybody. Prepare yourselves. After I check in for the latest news, well be moving to the field immediately.

Another day, another battle stage for Aurora.

A note from AbyssRaven

Yes, the girls made a hot spring. Yes, hot spring scene, I understand the anime tropes well! Also, fuck those guys for trying to hurt the garms!

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