On the way to the next village, Elana informed Arisugawa that she sensed no magic power.
Following the map through the forest, the village Philiana had mentioned came into view.
“I’ll go check it out quickly to see if everyone can rest,” I said.
“Hehe, I don’t think that will be a problem,” she replied.
Just as Philiana said, two female Centaurs walked towards us, having seen our approach.
“Are you perhaps travelers?”
“You caught the wine thieves, didn’t you? And then you even raided the Dark Elf village!”
They welcomed us warmly.
“Indeed! The Arisugawa brother here took back the wine from those wicked Dark Elves!”
“Yes, yes, I’m Arisugawa. Sorry to bother you, but could we rest for a bit? It would also be great if you could sell us some food.”
Ignoring Karubene, I was guided to the village. It seemed to be the hometown of the Centaur man who had helped us during a previous battle.
“We heard about your splendid achievements, especially concerning the female knight who is also a Centaur. Could that be you?”
“Huh? Is it really you? What is your name? Please tell us!”
Surrounded by two fans, Philiana looked embarrassed.
“I haven’t done anything special anymore. My name is Philiana.”
“Is that so, Philiana? That’s a nice name.”
Suddenly, a man’s voice came from the side, and the Centaur man I had met before appeared from the shadows of a tree.
“Allow me to introduce myself, I am Stanley. I never imagined I would see you again.”
“Ah, it seems you’ve been telling quite a few of my heroic tales.”
Stanley walked closer to Philiana.
“Will you be staying in this village for a while?”
“No, just for a short time. I have another journey ahead of me.”
“I see. I’m sorry, but could someone guide these people to lodging? It’s a simple, empty house, though.”
With that, he disappeared somewhere else. Then, a different girl from the previous two approached us. She appeared to be a Centaur, but her lower body was that of a deer. She was slightly smaller than a horse and gave an impression of delicacy.
“Follow me, everyone.”
We began to walk, following the girl. Along the way, a charming bell sound was heard from somewhere. It was sometimes regular, and there was more than one.
“Are you curious about this sound? Then please follow me. It will surely be enjoyable.”
As instructed, we all headed towards the sound of the bells.
