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Chapter 36 – Fish From Another World?
A few days after delivering the potion to Mitsuru Wakai,
Mitsuru called Wataru.
After exchanging greetings, Mitsuru thanked him and reported on his progress in a beautiful voice.
“Thank you so much for the other day. I’ve been feeling great since then. My throat feels better than before.”
“I’m glad to hear that. When are you planning to make your comeback?”
“Well, I didn’t have any plans before, but right now, I’m doing voice training and contacting the record company to set up a schedule. I think I’ll be ready in about two months.”
“That’s still a while away. I can’t wait.”
“They were surprised, but they’re working on it as quickly as possible.”
There’s no clear schedule for his comeback yet.
The record company must be scrambling to adjust the schedule for his return.
Wataru hopes he’ll be back on stage soon.
Even in a karaoke box, his voice was beautiful, and it was blissful.
With excellent recording equipment and in a live setting, he will surely be able to give an even better performance.
He can’t wait for the live performance.
He has already requested that good tickets be reserved for him.
“If you’re interested, I’d like to introduce you to some singers I know. There are a lot of people whose voices or ears aren’t in good shape.”
“It’s a very kind offer, but I don’t have the capacity to accept it right now. I already have a full schedule, and I can only accommodate a limited number of people.”
It was difficult to refuse, but the schedule was completely booked.
Wataru has a strict reservation system that does not allow anyone to cut in line.
Everyone is in a situation where their life is at stake, so they don’t want their priorities to be manipulated.
Therefore, as long as the conditions are met, he gives priority to reservations made in advance, regardless of whether the person is wealthy or powerful.
The timing of when they found out and their ability to be introduced will also play a big role.
“You provided such a valuable thing. No, considering the circumstances, it’s reasonable. I understand. However, please remember that I can introduce you at any time.”
“Yes, if we have any production capacity, we will definitely let you know.”
Mitsuru’s comeback itself is the best promotional material.
There must be countless musicians who desperately want to make a comeback.
This experience has made him realize the importance of improving the production system for the potions and establishing a sales mechanism.
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That being said, Wataru was having a problem right now.
He was suffering from severe summer fatigue.
His body felt so heavy and sluggish that he couldn’t bring himself to move.
He had no appetite and could barely force down some cold somen noodles.
He had been running around town in the midsummer heat. Even though the heat was more bearable in the other world, he continued his journey while eating unfamiliar food.
The fatigue had gradually accumulated, and now, with the lingering heat of summer, it had finally come to the surface.
After lunch, he was lying around in his pajamas in a cool room with the air conditioner on.
He didn’t really want to work.
Aire and Cloche, who had been training since early morning, showed no signs of fatigue, demonstrating their superior physical strength.
“It’s hot… I feel sluggish. I don’t want to do anything.”
“You must be tired, Master.”
“You don’t look well. Would you like some of my ice cream?”
“No, I’m fine. Thank you.”
“Summer fatigue means you’re not in good shape. From now on, let’s exercise together with Onee-sama.”
“No way. If I exercise with you, you’ll kill me. I’ll do it separately.”
“Perhaps you should practice self-defense with me.”
Cloche’s suggestion is reasonable, but he doesn’t feel like exercising right now.
Eating only cold foods will cool his stomach and make him feel worse.
“I think the best way to combat summer fatigue is to eat energizing foods. Is there anything you’d like, Master? I’ll go buy it for you.”
“Nutritious food… Hmmm. I feel like eating eel.”
“Eel?”
“Yeah. But the eel at the supermarket has too many bones, and the sauce is too sticky and not flavorful.”
Seeing Mariel’s worried expression, Wataru recalled something from a while ago.
It was on a ship heading from Southern Ship Town to the royal capital.
Spending three whole days on a ship is boring.
After exhausting board games, reading, and cards, Wataru asked for permission to fish from the ship.
Looking at the scenery along the river and idly casting his line seemed better than being cooped up in a cramped cabin.
He baited the hook with breadcrumbs and fished for a few minutes.
Suddenly, there was a strong tug on the fishing rod.
“I got something! Maybe I have a talent for fishing!”
His heart pounding, he pulled the fishing rod in with all his might.
What he reeled in was a large, long, twisted creature.
It was definitely an eel. It was much thicker and larger than any eel Wataru had ever seen.
Aire, who had also come out onto the deck to pass the time, grimaced in disgust.
“Ugh, worst. It’s a Japanese Unyagi-nya…” [T/N: She said it was a Nihon Unyagi, written in katakana, which is usually used for foreign words.]
“What did you say? Aire, what did you just say?”
The content of her words was so shocking that Wataru remembers it clearly.
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