In the that time i got reincarnated as a slime plane, under Chen Hai's influence, some plotlines changed, while others aligned with the original work.
So, what was the current situation?
Chen Hai was curious about this, so he turned to Izawa Shizue, who had just finished her self-introduction.
As the three Adventurers began to taste the fruits the Goblins had gathered, he spoke:
"Miss Shizue and the three Adventurers, what is your reason for coming to the forest...?"
With some plotlines differing from the original, was Izawa Shizue here to find her 'fated person'?
Or were there other reasons?
However, before Izawa Shizue could answer, Kabaru quickly interjected.
But before he could speak, the Ogre and several Goblins arrived on the scene together.
Feeling some pressure, Kabaru became cautious, deciding to weigh his words before speaking:
"We... accepted a mission to investigate the recent situation in this forest. We didn't expect to meet Lord Chen Hai... You are... human, aren't you?"
"As you can see."
"It's incredible that you, a human, can command the obedience of monsters..."
"Strength is everything, isn't it?"
"This... indeed."
Kabaru nodded repeatedly.
"We mean no harm."
Eren added from the side.
Still with dark circles under her eyes, she emphasized:
"We are only investigating; we have no hostility whatsoever!"
She said this because she had been constantly stared at by Shion and Benimaru.
Gido, on the side, looked around and continued the previous conversation:
"Because many strange things have been happening in this forest recently, we received the job of investigating it. There's no other way; for the small surrounding countries, the stability or unrest of the Jura Forest has a huge impact."
"That's right, that's right."
Kabaru nodded repeatedly.
He scratched his head and said with a wry smile:
"I'm not a merchant, but I do know a bit about the situation in the countries surrounding the forest. If the forest is stable, merchant caravans might choose to pass through here. If it becomes restless, they will probably '570' try to strengthen their defenses instead of thinking about how to develop and make money."
This shows the importance of the Jura Forest to the surrounding countries.
It could become a shortcut to 'revitalize the economy';
Or it could be seen as a dangerous 'time bomb' by people.
At this moment, one of the Ogre who had just arrived on the scene... Benimaru, who had been staring at the humans, frowned:
"What will you do after you've investigated? Depending on your answer, there might be reasons to take other actions..."
After Benimaru spoke, his right hand was already on the hilt of his sword.
Shion, who had chosen to sit to Chen Hai's left, also agreed.
"Since you already know our base, once you return and tell the information to your client, a 'monster subjugation army' might appear in the Jura Forest a few days later."
"Will it really be like that?"
Shuna, to Chen Hai's right, didn't quite believe it.
Because she felt that the Adventurers in front of her didn't look like malicious individuals.
"Calm down; everything depends on Lord Chen Hai's decision."
Hakuro told Benimaru and Shion not to make decisions on their own.
This suggestion received unanimous agreement from the other Ogre and Goblins.
"I still think it's better to be cautious, Lord Chen Hai. You shouldn't trust humans lightly."
"Benimaru, I am human, you know."
"You are completely different from cunning humans."
"Your filter is too strong..."
Despite this, the monsters on the scene, just like before, supported Benimaru's statement.
In the eyes of the Ogre and Goblins, Chen Hai was probably the type of person who was 'different'... After calming the surrounding monsters, Chen Hai's gaze returned to the three Adventurers.
"What is your answer?"
"No, no, no, we absolutely do not intend to disclose information about this place!"
Kabaru was the first to make a promise.
Gido, with sweat trickling down his forehead, pulled out a notebook.
"This contains our work records. The three of us are basically Adventurers who earn a living, and we have no intention of getting involved in major incidents, because we know our place."
Shion took the notebook and looked at the human script on it.
Seeing this, Shuna leaned forward, passing Chen Hai's chest to get closer.
Benimaru, seeing his sister being so rude, was about to stop her when Souei blocked him... As Souei shook his head at Benimaru, Shuna pulled back, and Shion handed the notebook back.
"Can't read it."
"No, if you can't read it, why were you looking? What's going on?"
Gobta, who had arrived on the scene, couldn't help but complain.
As a result, Shion glared at him.
Feeling danger, Gobta fled the scene under the pretext of 'I'm going to get some water'.
"Let me tell you."
Gulp... Eren, the only female among the three Adventurers, swallowed the fruit in her mouth.
Although she still had dark circles under her eyes, her spirits were much better than before.
She took the notebook and read aloud:
"'Today's job is to search for giant rats in a noble's basement. The reward is generous; a month's living expenses are covered. But Kabaru gambled it all away.' I was so mad back then!"
Immediately after... "'The next day, we were arranged by the Free Guild to escort a merchant caravan. Eren seemed to be dating the caravan's second-in-command, and all her money was swindled away.' No, that's wrong! That second-in-command tricked me into believing he could tell fortunes or something! That's why I gave him the money! Who knew he'd just run off with it!"
And also... "'On the third day with no work, we got a job cleaning a large public bath. Afterward, we could bathe for free, and everyone was very happy.' That mission was indeed very interesting."
Eren said with a smile.
The daily lives of the three Adventurers were mostly similar, belonging to the 'small fry' who constantly accepted requests to survive.
"We don't plan to casually reveal information about our lifesavers, you know."
Eren promised again.
Kabaru and Gido nodded vigorously.
"If that's the case, then there's nothing to worry about."
Shuna was inclined to let the three go, rather than punish them.
And in her opinion, if Chen Hai had intended to kill the Adventurers, he wouldn't have offered help earlier.
"That's great... We never intended to get involved in these troublesome matters..."
Eren, relieved, recalled the past.
"It feels like that time again, let's take a bath."
"If you want to wash yourself, there's a river about five hundred meters from the village."
Shion said so.
Eren shook her head:
"Bathing and washing yourself are completely different, especially in a warm bath, drinking a beverage while soaking, it's super comfortable."
"With warm water? Heated water?"
"Exactly."
"That's too much trouble."
"What do you mean? Haven't any of you ever had such a comfortable bath?"
Eren's eyes widened.
Both the Ogres and the Goblins shook their heads repeatedly.
Monsters truly didn't care about such things.
As long as they could survive, that was enough.
As for bathing, a quick rinse in the river was considered cleaning the body.
Chen Hai believed it was necessary to transform this forest, just like the plot in the original is it wrong to try to pick up girls in a dungeon?.
However, he didn't need much preparation, because is it wrong to try to pick up girls in a dungeon? had ready-made facilities that could be brought here at any time.
Of course, modern facilities from the apocalypse dimension could also work.
But the that time i got reincarnated as a slime world possessed 'Magicules' similar to 'magic'.
The is it wrong to try to pick up girls in a dungeon? facilities, driven by 'Magic Stones', were clearly more suitable for this world than 'modern equipment' that required electricity and a series of supporting devices.
"Then if you get the chance, you really need to go and experience it."
"If I had to say… there might be a chance."
Shion knew a little about the world outside the forest.
For instance, the Dwarf Kingdom, similar to human kingdoms, had built various facilities to meet people's daily needs.
"I've also heard of human kingdoms and the Dwarf Kingdom; the former is impossible to go to, and the latter… I've hardly ever been."
Shuna recalled her past life, which, she had to admit, was full of hardships.
Hearing this, Benimaru sighed.
"It's because I, your brother, didn't take good care of you…"
"That's not what I meant, Brother."
It was evident that the usually calm Benimaru also had his abstract moments… At this point, Gobta, who had returned with water, overheard the conversation and couldn't help but step forward.
"Although we haven't had hot baths, we've been to the Dwarf Kingdom. It's just that every time we go, we get bullied because we're the weakest monster race."
"The Goblins' status in this forest is indeed very low."
Shion, saying this, looked at Gobta.
"The first time we met, I was wondering if you'd taste good."
"I, I'll go get more water!"
Gobta fled again.
Chen Hai then looked at Shion.
Noticing his gaze, Shion smiled gently and said,
"Please rest assured, I will not eat anyone who has pledged allegiance to Lord Chen Hai."
Before she finished speaking, she looked at the three Adventurers.
The implication was—those who didn't pledge allegiance would be treated as food.
"Cough, cough, cough."
After returning the notebook to Gido, Eren quickly changed the subject.
"I think this village is just starting to develop and needs a lot of things. If possible, we're willing to help out! Like buying things for you in town!"
Thus began the Adventurers' life of proxy shopping in another world!
Of course, Chen Hai only thought about it for a moment before refusing.
"No need, I'll take care of the town's development. About a day will be enough."
"Is that so? As expected of Lord Chen Hai, though I don't know what method you'll use."
Eren laughed heartily.
Not continuing the topic, Chen Hai once again turned to Izawa Shizue.
"And Miss Shizue?"
The moment the question was asked, everyone looked over.
Whether it was the Adventurer trio, the Goblins, Ranga, or the Ogre race, they were all curious about the person sitting silently in the corner.
After being asked, Shizue slightly raised her head.
"Perhaps… it's fate?"
"Fate? Why is it a question?"
"Because after stepping into this forest, many developments have exceeded my imagination. To be honest, I'm already a bit lost now…"
After saying this, Izawa Shizue stood up.
"May I speak with you alone, Lord Chen Hai?"
"I was just about to suggest it."
Chen Hai also stood up from between the two Ogre race beauties, Shuna and Shion.
"Let's talk on the hill outside."
"Thank you."
After agreeing to Chen Hai's suggestion, Izawa Shizue was the first to leave the tent.
Chen Hai, who had told everyone to eat and drink freely, followed her.
Seeing this, Shuna and Shion exchanged glances, intending to follow discreetly.
However, Benimaru caught Shuna, and Ranga blocked Shion.
Kurobe spoke up at this moment.
"We should give Lord Chen Hai some private space."
"Private space is definitely fine, but this time there's a woman in that private space."
Shion was quite concerned.
"Having just received our names and met Lord Chen Hai, we shouldn't interfere too much with his personal affairs."
"Brother, this isn't interference, it's concern! After all, Lord Chen Hai changed our lives, so we must ensure no one is disrespectful to him!"
"Do you think that human lady would be disrespectful?"
"That… probably not."
Shuna quieted down.
She believed she was a good judge of character and didn't think that 'Miss Shizue' would be a reckless person.
"I'm back again!"
This time, Gobta brought more fruit.
Shion heard his voice and looked at him with a gloomy expression.
"So noisy…"
"Eek?!"
Gobta let out a wail, dropped the fruit, and disappeared from the tent for the third time.
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On a hill near the Goblin Village, Chen Hai and Izawa Shizue reached the highest point.
From their position, they could overlook the village under construction.
Aside from the tent where they had just chatted and eaten, construction was ongoing everywhere.
Busy Goblins shuttled about, moving timber and stones to different locations.
During this time, Fang Wolf also helped, making the efficiency more than double what it was before.
"This is my first time seeing a monster settlement like this…"
Shizue, her face hidden behind her mask, looked at the village.
"I believe it won't be long before this place undergoes a complete transformation."
"Indeed, because I plan to build a relatively modern town."
"Modern…"
After repeating the word, Shizue directly removed her mask.
Beneath the mask were delicate features and a fair complexion, making her appear to be only sixteen or seventeen years old.
Her expression was calm now, as if she was thinking or observing something.
"My name is… Izawa Shizue."
Her gaze was fixed on Chen Hai.
"Mr. Chen Hai, are you a Reincarnator?"
"Somewhat different."
"Could it be that you're like me? A Summoner?"
"No, not that either."
Chen Hai shook his head.
In the that time i got reincarnated as a slime world, there were three types of outsiders.
The first type: Reincarnators—people whose souls were reincarnated after their physical bodies died.
Among them, those with strong wills would retain their memories.
Some even remembered their past lives clearly.
However, Reincarnators from another world were very rare.
A soul crossing worlds alone would usually be unable to withstand it and would be damaged.
The soul would decompose, and memories would disappear, though some Reincarnators possessed records of knowledge from other worlds.
The second type: Otherworlders—also known as 'Visitors from Other Worlds'.
These referred to people who directly crossed into another world with their physical bodies.
They possessed special knowledge different from this world, and it seemed they gained special abilities when they traversed worlds.
The third type: Summoners—Otherworlders with special abilities.
These people all had their own unique skills.
Unlike the 'Visitors from Other Worlds' who arrived by chance, they possessed strong 'souls' capable of withstanding a summoning, and successful summoning cases were very rare.
Chen Hai knew that Izawa Shizue belonged to the third type, while he was the second.
"I suppose I belong to the 'Otherworlder' type. I came to this world directly with my physical body. My life before this feels very distant… I can't remember it too clearly."
"Me too… My memories of the past aren't clear, but the most important parts, I still remember very well."
"So, Miss Shizue has lived here for a long time?"
"Yes… it's been a very long time."
With that, Izawa Shizue put her mask back on.
She then sighed softly.
"I've met people similar to Mr. Chen Hai before… but what they did after arriving in this world was completely different from what you're doing."
"Is that so? I simply chose the approach I found most interesting."
If he were pursuing efficiency, Chen Hai wouldn't need to waste time in the Jura Great Forest; he could just take Veldora and conquer various countries.
However, the above approach carries risks.
After all, Veldora tends to attract trouble, and if he were targeted by the strongest individuals in the that time i got reincarnated as a slime world, things would become very difficult.
That being said, Chen Hai, with his levels and attributes, wanted to test his limits in the world.
After all, if he kept developing without testing, he might misjudge his own strength.
So, how should he test it?
Fight Veldora?
Or… Chen Hai looked at Izawa Shizue beside him.
Hmm… He didn't want to fight her.
"I originally followed destiny…"
"Destiny?"
"Yes, but now the revelation of destiny is shattered, and the path has disappeared, leaving me a little lost."
"…"
Is it just a distortion of destiny after the plot changed?
Chen Hai believed this was the reason.
For this, he suggested,
"Then, would you like to change your mood and go on a date with me, Miss Shizue?"
And the destination for the date was Japan in the apocalypse world.