Chapter 65 A Little Detour
The key clicked open with a crisp sound. I slowly opened the door. And there, lying down and staring at me with its white feathers, was Alesion. Centrena, with its black feathers, stood up and took a step towards me.
"Wait a moment, Centrena."
Centrena stopped in her tracks.
"Centrena."
'Kuu?'
Huh? It's not like she understand what I'm saying, right? That kind of fantasy scenario doesn't exist, does it?
"You guys, just like Privia-san and the others, drink water and eat food, right?"
'Kuu'
"Well then, sorry about that."
I lifted her foot lightly to hold. Are they chickens or emus? They're birds as big as an ostrich. They have a similar look to their legs, with three toes in the front and one in the back. And they have claws there.
"Hmm, like Alesion, could you lay down for a second?"
'Kuu?'
She obediently lay down. I wondered if Rosalier-san was bored, but she went around to the other side and started patting Centrena's back. Maybe she likes her? Could it be?
"Just stay like that and lean your body slightly over there, okay?"
'Ku?'
These guys really understand my words. They adjusted their posture so that the soles of their feet are clearly visible.
"Just bear with it for a little, okay?"
'Ku.'
I knelt down and brought my face close to Centrena's toes, staring intently. And as I expected...
"Centrena."
'Kuu.'
I gently pressed the darkened part.
"Does this hurt?"
'...'
"Don't worry, I won't get angry. How is it?"
'Kuoo...'
"Ah, it still hurts. How about Alesion?"
I looked back at Alesion, who averted his gaze from me and let out a small sound.
'Guoo'
Oh, a manly voice. It sounds similar to Centrena's voice.
"I guess it hurts after all. Yeah. Thank you. You can go back to your resting position. Centrena."
'Kuu'
With a slight movement, I return to my original position.
"Goshuji―― Tatsuma-sama. Are these children perhaps...?"
"Yeah. The influence of Oso (Dreadful element) poison seems to be quite strong on them. I think they must be long-lived creatures."
"I see."
"That's right. They eat food, drink water, and even take baths. And since the Oso concentration is stronger on this place than Watterhill's, it means they are a strong dragon species, right?"
"Yes."
"So, Even with that dragon species, they can't avoid the damage caused by Oso. That's what I thought."
"Wait here for a moment, Centrena. Can I ask Alesion, who is traveling with Privia-san, to take care of things?"
'Kuu?'
"It's okay. I'll be back soon."
I stepped away from Centrena's side and kneeled down beside Alesion, who had white feathers covering him.
"Alright, let's begin. 'Dis Recover (Cure Disease)'... to remove the Oso poison, then 'Regenerate (regeneration spell)' to restore the worn-out joints and feathers. Finally, use 'Full Recover' to complete it. Alesion, can you stand up for a moment?"
Alesion seems to feel some discomfort in his body. He looks around and finally glance at Centrena. Then, he lightly twist his head as if to say "Huh?". He might be saying "I don't understand."
Alesion slowly stands up. His wings unfold slowly too. Oh, what's this? They're beautiful white wings.
'Guaaaaah?'
What is he saying? Is he saying "What's this?"
"If it's like that, it would be nice to surprise Privia-san on the way back and say, 'Look how energetic I've become!' or something like that."
'Guu'
Alesion, resting his chin on my head. Wasn't that like a "proof of trust" or something?
"If you're happy, I'm happy too. Well then, it's Centrena's turn next, right?"
'Ku?'
"Yeah. It's safe. I've healed my own body before, so I've confirmed its safety."
I sat next to Centrena. Placing both hands on the floor.
"Alright, here we go. 'Dis Recover,' 'Regenerate,' 'Full Recover.' Okay, it's done. Can you stand up now?"
'Kuuuu?'
'Guuu'
'Kuu, kuuu'
I wonder if they're happy. Well, if they are, that's good.
"Tatsuma-sama, how was that just now?"
"Oh, right. I've shown it to Rosalier-san, but I haven't explained it yet, have I?"
"Yes."
"Well, this is called a regeneration spell, it treats the worn-out parts and literally regenerates them."
I holds Rosalier-san hand, and use the spell.
"'Regenerate', 'Full Recover'"
"Oh? Oh my, what is this? I feel light. It's as if I am back when I first learned to hunt. With this, I can have a better match with Goshujin-sama... No, it's nothing, really."
That's right. She has even returned to her usual tone. She must be quite surprised, huh?
'Kuu, kuu'
She's pushing my back with her words. What could it be? The opposite side? Ah, I see.
"So, this side has become like a garage?"
"A garage?"
"Well, it should open wider than the entrance we came through earlier. I think these children probably entered from this side."
I insert the key into the keyhole of the double doors and turn it. They swing open.
"I see. So this side has become like a ranch."
"I see, that's how it's designed."
The sun was beginning to set, and the sky was dyed a deep crimson. Soon, it would turn pitch black. There didn't seem to be any horses outside, as if it was reserved just for the running dragons.
'Kuu'
Centrena stepped outside and laid down on the ground.
"You want me to ride? "
'Kuo'
Upon closer inspection, the saddle had become wider, allowing for a sideways seat. It even had stirrups, so it seems stable too.
"If it's okay for me to ride, then let me ride. Rosalier-san should sit in front, and sit on the side."
"Like this, right? "
"Yeah. I'll sit behind you, with my feet on the stirrups, like this."
It feels incredibly stable. With this, even if it shakes a bit, it might not be scary. The reins extended from Centrena's throat to her chest, covered by the gear. I lightly held them, ready to go. Oh no, there's a nice smell coming from the front...
"A-Alright, is it good? "
"Y-Yes..."
'Kuu'
'Guu'
Reflecting on it, Alesion doesn't seem to want to step out of the stable. It's almost like he's seeing me off. He lightly nudge the door himself, as if closing it again. These little ones are quite smart, aren't they?
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