46 – You can’t – 2

[The Plague Cure achievement has been achieved.]

[All stats have increased as an achievement reward.]

After administering the medicine to the last patient, a message window appeared in front of my eyes. In other words, with this, all the plagues that spread in the elven forest were cured.

phew. It was long. After checking the data the other alchemists had brought, I told Lorelia, who was watching.

“This has cured me.”

“is it.”

“Yes. Um. And.”

As I gestured, the holy night approached from behind. She was once in the position of a saint, but suffered from a plague and lost considerable holy power, to the point where she can no longer be called a saint.

It wasn’t just her. Most of the priests of the Tree of Healing tribe, who possessed holy power, also lost their holy power.

Elves retain their unique strong physical abilities, but they are priests again. In order to make a fuss, it would take at least a few more years, on average a few more decades of training.

If it’s a long-lived elf, that shouldn’t be a problem.

Also, not all elves with holy power lost their holy power.

“The healing tree tribe will lose its influence in the elven forest.”

I looked at Soo-hwi, and she lowered her head.

“It can’t be helped. Everything comes back.”

The Wings of Light tribe quickly accepted me and tried to help me cure the plague.

As a result, the alchemists there have acquired considerable knowledge.

It’s not just about pestilence.

I even shared some information about the drugs and poisons I tested with them while I was earning my Pharmacy Master achievement.

In the process, some alchemists have grown to the point where they can master ultimate skills.

But what about the healing tree tribe?

they lost a lot

But that’s self-inflicted. This wouldn’t have happened if I had recognized the alchemists and me from the beginning and helped them obediently.

Knowing that, Soo-hwi couldn’t say anything.

“…that’s something you have to accept.”

Instead of Soo-hwi, Seong-ya replied with a faint smile. I smiled at her like that. To be honest, other than smiling, I don’t know what kind of expression to put on.

“Huh. Elves who used to pretend to be proud are now in good shape.”

Marax, who was smoking a pipe, spoke in a mocking tone, but the elves were unable to respond.

If the elves had cooperated as much as possible in the early stages of the plague, the damage would not have been so great.

“I tried my best, but don’t forget that it was I who brought the sage.”

“You’re handsome. Anyway. How are you going to repay this support?”

The beastman Leo growled, exposing his sharp fangs. I came out to support, but the background was closer to me and the kingdom’s request rather than favor. As such, it was only natural that they wanted answers about the damage caused by controlling the Elven forest and preventing the plague.

“Well. I can’t say anything until I repair some of the damage caused by the plague.”

Lorelia made her judgment coldly. Even if we receive more support right now, it would be unreasonable to repay the situation that is not enough.

Leo didn’t ask if he knew that either.

“Still, you’ll have to say thank you. At least all the elves in the position of the chieftain should step up.”

“Ummm…”

The arrogant and noble elves had to bow their heads.

It was part of the promise made with Marax, so I can’t give it up.

Lorelia let out a short sigh. It’s pretty heartbreaking to see something like that happen in one’s generation… but that’s not my part-time job.

“For now, let’s send an envoy to the kingdom. If there is no such reward…”

Because there will be more people who will attack the weakened elven forest.

This meant not only the regular army, but also the attacks of monsters and thieves had to be considered.

Perhaps for the time being, each race would have to take turns protecting the elven forest.

“That’s right. Princess. Thank you.”

“Not much. Did you do this because my teacher strongly requested it?”

Lucille smiled and Lorelia shrugged and looked at me. What? that gaze.

“I thought it wasn’t normal. It’s definitely amazing. Evangeline is definitely…”

“What is Evangeline?”

“…No. Nothing.”

“There are two ways to piss people off. One is to stop talking, and the second is.”

“I don’t mean it that way. It’s just a self-talk. No… I should say that I realized it. Anyway, wise man. First of all, I’ll pay you what I promised you. And… I have one more suggestion.”

“Tell me.”

“Are you thinking of settling down in the Elven Forest?”

At her words, Marax frowned, Leo sneered, and Galash flicked his tongue.

Other minorities also snorted.

I knew why their reaction was like that.

“I don’t have one.”

Because I always received similar offers, and I turned them all down.

“…Why? It’s a little hard to say in a place like this. All elves are beautiful. Also, their abilities are amazing.”

“I guess.”

“Sage. You also have the power to achieve what you want. And if you use the power of the elves, it is possible to extend your lifespan as a human…”

“I will decline.”

Because what I want isn’t in the elven forest.

At my reply, Lorelia let out a heavy sigh.

“Among the elves, there are many elves who want you as their companion. There are also many who consider you a hero. Those who rejected you in the first place regret it…”

Also, I am not part-timer.

And now I have a lot of work to do.

“I haven’t fulfilled my duty as the princess’ teacher yet. That’s why I cannot remain in the Elven Forest.”

“…is it.”

Lorelia spoke briefly, her long ears drooping slightly, and I looked around.

Lucille’s eyes were twinkling with her hands clasped together.

There was no need to waste any more time here as long as there were other achievements.

That’s why I handed over all the data and know-how related to plague treatment to Rotello and the alchemists who studied and experimented with me. With the words to hand it over to the alchemist guild after supplementing and organizing it.

“…This. Just give it to me?”

“yes.”

Ludhi, who was standing with Rotello, stared blankly at me, and I nodded at her.

Plague is an event, so once it comes out, it doesn’t come out anymore.

And, even if it comes out, it’s not related to achievements, so the alchemist’s guild, priests, and healers will block it on their own.

The materials I created and organized would serve as a springboard for that, but that didn’t mean I had to intervene.

“But. But, Sage-nim. This is the result of the Sage-nim’s hard work, isn’t it?”

“It’s not like that.”

Alchemists value their own recipes more than their lives. But I’m not an alchemist, so I just need to hand it over and get the support money from the alchemist’s guild.

I’m not going to live here for a thousand years.

“I’m thinking of making it public for now.”

Because that’s what gives you the most money.

The plague won’t break out anymore anyway, so I’ll have to take what I can get a lot of right now.

“But… this.”

“I have no intention of patenting the sun.”

Ludhi didn’t seem to understand, so I shook my head at her and said. There is no need to tell the truth.

Ludhi and Rotello were taken aback by my words. Well. Did you overdo it?

“…Sage.”

“Sage…”

Don’t be impressed. Because it’s all about wanting me to be good. I patted Ludhi and Rotello on the shoulder.

“Then I’ll ask you later.”

“…I understand. Surely. Surely, everyone will know what the wise man did…”

“I don’t really need to do that. Well, do it yourself. I’ll be on my way.”

“Uh, where are you going?!”

“me?”

I have to go back to the palace first. After reporting to the queen, until Lucille finishes her job and returns…

I’m just thinking of clearing quests in the Adventurer’s Guild.

Because if you don’t do that quest consistently, there’s no limit.

“…Are you going to help others again? Just like you saved the elves?”

Ludhi asked in a small tone as if muttering, and I nodded. Strictly speaking, the adventurer’s guild’s quest was about helping others, so it wasn’t wrong.

“Rotello-sama. There…”

“Oh yeah.”

Rotello nodded slightly, shook my hand, and left.

When we were left alone, Ludhi looked up at me and sighed lightly.

“I’ve heard the story about my sister and the wise man…”

“It’s not even a good story, so I’ll listen to it and use it somewhere.”

“…I’m sorry. Because of you. It’s okay if the wise man hates the elves. I can accept it.”

My dislike of elves is not particularly because of Evangeline. I didn’t like it from the beginning of the game.

However, Ludhi seemed to be misunderstanding something, and was showing a rather low attitude.

“But if… if the sage wants it.”

“If you want?”

“In the sense that I pay for my sister’s wrongdoing, I can become the wise man’s assistant and take care of him for the rest of my life.”

Seemingly determined, she clenched her fists. It seems sincere. Certainly Ludhi is an excellent alchemist, can understand words well, and is enthusiastic, so it will be helpful.

“I do not need.”

“Yes?”

Now, there are almost no achievements related to alchemy. And if you need an assistant, you can get help from the kingdom’s alchemist or the alchemist’s guild.

From my point of view, where I have to go to achieve achievements, once I have a fixed assistant, it’s difficult to bring me with me, so it’s rather troublesome.

If I’m alone, I can just use teleportation, but there’s no need to attach a hump.

“Ha, but.”

“I can do what I have to do by myself. So you’d better focus on stabilizing the elven forest.”

I patted Ludhi on the shoulder and picked up the bag. She seemed to have something more to say, but she didn’t really need to hear it.

“Then I’ll go. I’ve had a lot of trouble in the meantime.”

“Ah… now, wait a minute.”

“Hello~”

I said hello to the girl who was trying to catch me, and I immediately used teleportation.

The destination is the royal palace.

When his eyes blurred and he returned to normal, he seemed quite used to it now.

ruler. Then, shall we report and go to clear the quest?

***

As the sage disappeared in front of his eyes, Ludhi bit his lip.

What a great person. To save a race and not ask for anything in return.

Maybe the person who did such a great achievement is not greedy.

“Ahh…”

He said he had work to do, but Hyeonu’s attitude was clearly that he did not want to remain in the elves’ forest.

Why would such a great person, such a good person openly take such an attitude?

Why did he reject himself, an excellent alchemist in his own way?

– Knocked up.

Then the door opened. The one who entered was none other than Evangeline, Ludhi’s older sister and a member of the warrior’s party.

“…You’re gone.”

Ludhi saw what was in Evangeline’s hand. It was a men’s tunic. The finest tunic made of elven silk.

What is the reason Evangeline brought something that seemed to suit the wise man?

Ludhi, who looked at her silently, gritted his teeth.

wise man.

The reason why that good Hyeonu was reluctant to go with elves.

She seemed to know again.