arc2 · 076-ch76

Chapter 76: Let's Get Organized

Now then, yesterday I had a truly productive conversation with President Yamamoto. I'm nothing but grateful that he told me in such detail about everything I need to do.

So, I'm going to properly organize what I should be doing and start knocking things out one by one, beginning with what I can handle right now.

First up is managing my finances. President Yamamoto introduced me to Arihara-san, so I'll send him an email about it.

President Yamamoto also said it was fine to drop his name, so I'll include that I'd like to work with Arihara-san if possible. While I'm at it, I should ask about selling potions inside dungeons too.

Next is the Indomitable exploration video. I've already finished editing it, so I'll upload it around noon today.

What else was there... oh right, I asked the Kokushi Musou crew to help me register for transfer stones at various dungeons. That should be this weekend, if I remember correctly. Last time, when I registered with Asahi, the information was shared with Hayate, so I need to test the reverse as well.

While I'm at it, I'll ask if they can introduce me to an Enchanter who handles Malachite reinforcement. If anyone would know, it's Japan's number one party.

Oh right, at the Yokohama Blue Brick Warehouse Dungeon, I only registered Hayate for the tenth-floor transfer stone. I need to go with Asahi and check whether I can transfer to the tenth floor. Asahi will be back in three days at the earliest, so I have to test it that same day. Better make a note so I don't forget.

Also, I got word that everyone in Hyakka Ryouran has their weapons ready. I don't need to film test cuts, but they're planning an assault on the thirtieth floor of the Tokyo Skyscraper Dungeon sometime soon. They specifically asked me to come along, so I should keep my schedule open.

Oh, and the blueprints for the detached house near Mount Takao arrived. They were fantastic—my requests had been thoroughly reflected in the design. I sent back a reply with some additional minor preferences I'd thought of after the fact. If those get approved, they can start the construction process right away.

And so, by the time I finished organizing my to-do list, it was already lunchtime before I knew it. Umi's at school, so it'll be just me and Mom. I closed the laptop I'd been using for notes and headed to the living room, drawn by a delicious smell.

While eating Mom's exquisite tuna-mixed soba noodles, I casually asked her about how things were going.

She told me she has an interview at a nearby café coming up. She acknowledged my income, but said that as a parent, she can't just rely on that entirely. However, since collapsing like last time would be a problem, she's decided to start with about three days a week and see how it goes.

She told me the location too—maybe I'll go check it out sometime.

Personally, I want Mom to be able to do what she wants to do, so I told her I fully support her and will help out however I can.

"Hehe, thank you!"

My heart warmed from the conversation with Mom, and I headed back to my room to check my emails.

(Alright, let's see if there are any emails... oh, Arihara-san already replied!)

When I got back to my room and checked my emails, Arihara-san had indeed replied. According to his message, he'd like to meet in person and talk directly as soon as possible. I felt the same way, so I gave him a call.

"Hello, this is Arihara."

"Ah, this is SS. Oh wait, you already know my real name, don't you. This is Soramine. I figured calling would be faster, so I went ahead and dialed. Is now a good time?"

"Hahaha, you don't need to be so careful with me. As for your name, I apologize for the presumption, but I was already well aware of it. Incidentally, my number one priority in my current position is earning your trust. So this is no problem at all."

This guy must be incredibly busy, and yet he'd say something like that—I'm really grateful. Between President Yamamoto and Arihara-san, it seems I've been fortunate enough to meet some truly good people. I need to show my gratitude.

"Thank you very much. So, you mentioned wanting to meet in person as soon as possible—would right after this call work for you?"

"Of course. As I mentioned earlier, building a friendly relationship with you, Soramine-san, is my top priority. I'll reserve the same room we discussed last time. I know it's an inconvenience, but would you be willing to come here?"

"Yes, that works. I'm the one who proposed this, so I'm sorry to make you go through the trouble."

"Not at all, don't worry about it. If anything, having more points of contact with you is a plus for us."

"I appreciate you saying that. I'll head over right away, then."

"Yes, please travel safely."

"Will do. See you soon."

And so, I immediately got ready to head out and made my way to the government office.