MaoYuu - CompAce
Chapter 4 – Where in the world were you wandering this whole time!
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Page 01
B1: Ah- // this will be our first time meeting.
B2: How do you do? // I believe I have sent a letter of introduction beforehand.
B1: I am the one undertaking agricultural research at the rural countryside of the Southern Region. // They call me “Crimson Scholar”.
B2: Nice to meet you.
Page 02
B1: I am, um, her assistant and bodyguard…. // { U---m… } the “White Swordsman”.
B2: I’m an impudent person who’s a bit intimidated from entering the monastery, but….
{ Ah---- }
B1: Thank you for your genero-- // si
B1: …….-ty.
Page 03
B1: It’s my first time visiting the Lake Shore Order, but I wasn’t expecting such an impressive building. // I was quite surprised.
MaoYuu
Writer: Touno Mamare
Artist: Ishida Akira
B1: ….The White Swordsman, you say?
{ Chapter 4 // Where in the world were you wandering this whole time! }
Page 04
B1: H // E // RO // !!
B2: Rgh
B1: What the heck is “White Swordsman”!!
B2: Where in the world were you wandering this whole time!!
B3: Ah- // um
B4: Bunch of stuff happened, you see?
B1: For one year!? // An entire year in complete silence!!
< squeeze squeeze squeeze >
B2: No // Yeah
{ Sorry }
B3: ?
B1: Is she your acquaintance?
B2: Yeah // she is.
Page 05
B1: She’s a friend from back when I was travelling around. // She and I,
B2: Along with // a grandpa archer and a magician made up our four-men team. We went on a wide variety of quests and adventures together.
B3: That’s a super-offensive party. #or “quite an over-powered party.”
B4: She and I took care of healing.
B1: What “friend”, you shameless person.
B2: You’re the one who dumped us and left on your own.
B1: Just imagine how we would’ve felt when we got abandoned on that remote village.
B2: Do you know how much we were worried…. // actually, I was just furious!
Page 06
B1: Putting the geezer and I aside, // the Magician was totally dejected!
B2: I’m sorry.
B1: So // what have you been doing since?
{ Ah---… }
B2: Uh---
{ U---m }
B1: ! // Aah
B2: My apologies, Scholar, // That was rude of me without properly introducing myself….
B3: Y- // yes.
B1: I am “Female Knight”, a former member of Holy Silver Crown Knights.
NAME: Female Knight
B2: Due to certain matters, right now // I am working at this Lake Shore Order to improve people’s everyday life.
Page 07
B1: ------so // well, as a result,
B1: I managed to wound the Demon Lord too, but // it seemed like there was going to be an all-out attack from the Dark Lord Forces, so I was forced to retreat.
{ Blah blah }
B2: I see…..
B1: After that, well due to various circumstances // I couldn’t show my face on public, so…
B2: I better change the topic before I screw up…
B3: Anyway, why are you working as an abbess at a place like this?
B1: I’m originally from this countryside.
{ I told you before too }
B2: I was decorated as a knight in this Order, so I belong to this Order.
Page 08
B1: ….Actually, after Hero left for the Demon Lord’s Castle, // we reported that to the United Kingdoms Headquarters, // and around fortnight later, a special envoy came.
B2: ….They said “While the Hero’s whereabouts are still unknown, he managed a land a mortal wound on the Demon Lord.” // and with that, prizes were awarded to the entire party. // …although I refused.
B1: They said they’ll install us in important positions of the country, but // I disliked taking all the reward while ditching Hero.
B2: That’s why I came back to my homeland, and this time, I decided to work on something that will be beneficial for everyone.
B1: That’s a splendid motive. // I always thought you were a great companion full of brotherhood that always get things done.
B2: ….Ha
{ Brotherhood…. }
B1: So // how ‘bout the other two?
Page 09
B1: The grandpa archer was originally a soldier, so he went back into the United Kingdoms Military. // He said he’s going to an intelligence agency of some country in the Southern Region.
{ He even took the prize money }
B2: ….Umm // sorry.
B1: Why apologize?
{ He’s well off then. }
B2: If my activity managed to earn you guys some prize money, than it’s a very good thing.
B1: So // How about the magician? She took the money too, right? // Despite her looks, she’s quite stingy, so.
{ I bought some spell books… }
B1: And she was also someone who knew what was the best.
B2: The magician…. She left alone
B1: to the Demon World, chasing after Hero.
Page 10
B1: ….Sorry.
B1: ….You stopped her, right?
B2: Of course! // But the next morning, her stuff was gone, so she probably….
B1: Then it can’t be helped.
B2: I understand your feelings, but it’s not something Female Knight should feel bad about. // Originally it’s my fault for plunging in alone on the quest.
B1: Hero….
Page 11
B1: Putting that aside, // we came here today for negotiating and consulting and stuff like that.
B2: Ah, the things written on the letter of introduction.
B1: De-…. { Oops} // Scholar.
B1: Allow me to introduce myself again // please call me the Crimson Scholar.
B1: Nice to meet you. // I am the Hero’s former companion, the Female Knight.
B1: The reason I came here today is to borrow this Order’s strength.
B2: May I ask, why?
B1: First, // please look at this.
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< Thud…. >
< roll roll >
B1: This is?
B1: Potato // that’s the name of the plant.
B2: The details are written on this parchment, but…. // If I were to summarize the main points, it’s an agricultural crop that can be cultivated even in frozen lands, and----
B1: In terms of crop yield per area, it’s productivity is three times that of wheat.
B2: ----!?
B1: Of course, there are a few points of caution, but // as a crop, there are several advantageous.
{ Cultivation isn’t that hard either }
Page 13
B1: ----- I believe you are already aware, but #or “I believe you understand already”
B1: ….this crop can save a large number of starving people
B1: ----That’s right.
< gulp… >
B1: What sort of support are you asking from our Order?
B2: Is it money? // If that’s the case, then through any means possible, // we will provide you with as much compensation as possible.
B1: See, Hero // this is how a knowledgeable human being reacts to this crop.
B2: My bad for giving you such a weak reaction.
Page 14
B1: It is nice to receive monetary support if possible, but // my real objection isn’t that.
B2: Near the edge of Winter Nation, there’s a struggling modest village called “Fuyugoshi Village”. // I want you to set up a monastery at that place.
B1: With that monastery as a base, I want the Order to instruct this potato’s cultivation method to the farmers.
B1: That’s all you want?
B2: Yes. // On top of that, if the cultivation of this potato turns out to be a success, // will it be possible to build more monasteries to nearby village and countries and spread this cultivation method?
B1: That is in accordance to our Order’s ideals, // and it’ll increase the influence of our Order, so it’s all beneficial for us, but
B2: what does the Scholar get out of this?
B1: Actually, our goal is the spreading of the potato cultivation method.
Page 15
B1: In addition to the potato, I am also undergoing my research on new agricultural techniques. // It’s a new method that will be much more productive compared to the tradition system.
B2: Really!!?
B3: It’s quite promising.
==BACKGROUND==
TOP: Barley
Left: Turnip
Right: Clover
Bottom: Wheat
==========
B1: We’re experimenting with these new techniques at Fuyugoshi Village, but // even if we were to succeed, we lack the organization and manpower to make it widespread.
B1: So I was wondering if we can cooperate together on those aspe----
B2: You are definitely an angel // sent down by the great spirit of Light!
< grab >
B1: I don’t know about that
{ She’s more like… }
B1: EEK
< Press… >
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B1: If that’s the case, then we’ll provide you with as much support as pos---- // no,
B2: I’ll go down to Fuyugoshi Village myself // and provide all the assistance this Order can give you!
B1: Huh!?
B2: I’m so honored.
B1: Do you have any objection? // Hero
B2: No, you see // u—m
B1: If you’re close to me, you’ll have to take care of various ruckus I bring forth… // right?
{ Come on, I’m a reckless Hero that caries around swords… }
B1: I’m all used to those stuff.
{ Pha-- }
B2: Or what. Are there any special reasons why I shouldn’t be at Fuyugoshi Village?
< Glance… >
Page 17
B1: You shouldn’t be rude to the lady in charge of the Order that will be assisting us. // Hero
B2: Eh
B1: ….You seem quite relaxed.
{ Kya--- }
< shiver shiver >
B2: I don’t have any room to relax. Regardless of my household matters, we’re asking for assistance from this Order. // Not only am I an advocate of faithful contract, I take pride in offering my utmost respect to my contractor.
Page 18
B1: Anyway, with Hero I believed I’d never be able to see again….. // no, along with an year old reunion with Hero,
B2: I was able to meet Scholar that brought us such a wonderful crop. // This must be the result of the Spirit of Light’s divine guidance
B1: ----No
B1: This is a purely human work.
B2: …An unwavering one’s effort.
B1: ….Yes // you’re right
B1: It’s exactly what you said.
Page 19
B1: Well then, // I’m looking forward to meeting you at the Fuyugoshi Village.
B2: Yes. // Once I determine an appropriate predecessor for this monastery, I’ll head down there right away in the wake of spring.
B1: During winter, I’ll do my best to make all the necessary arrangements for the monastery construction.
B2: Thank you so much.
{ It’s a bit scary that they seem quite friendly now… }
B1: Did you say something?
B2: NOTHING MA’AM
B1: Then, see you in spring!
B1: Yes // we’ll meet again in spring.
B2: See ya later ---
Page 20
B1: ….”See ya later—“ // huh
B2: that fool….
B1: … Yup // laters in spring
B1: Hero
Page 21
B1: He~y // He~y
B1: He~ey // Mr. Hunter, what’s up?
B2: The weather’s g’d today.
B1: I managed to hunt four rabbits. // Looks like this year will be a good year.
B2: That’s amazing.
B3: It’s all spring nyaow. #this guy speaks with a nya- tone. Trying to give him more of a country-folk/suddern accent
B1: This year, we still have tons of wild boar jerkies left too.
B2: Ya-, that one was quite surprisin’,
B1: It’s all thanks to Mr.Swordsman from the outskirts.
B2: He took down the bear too, so wind’s blowin’ nicely through the forest.
B1: Speak of the devil. It’s the sisters from the outskirt mansion.
B2: You’re right. // He~y.
Page 22
B1: Hello everyone.
B2: Halo~`
B1: Where y’all going
B2: You see // we’re going down to Village Head’s place to ask him for some raspberries and pickles.
B3: Good girl.
B1: Are you expecting some guests?
B2: Yes // it seems like it.
B1: Hmm
B1: If that’s the case, you should take this rabbit too.
B2: Yeah // I’ll give you some watercress I picked from the valley too.
{ Ya~~~y }
B3: Eh // really?
Page 23
B1: It’s nothin’, // it’s for the great man who made this forest safe.
B2: We too received some wild boar meat from Mr.Swordsman during winter.
B1: Thank you~ ♪
B2: Thank you so much.
B1: See, we are all smiling.
B2: As expected, since you girls are taking care of the mansion, both of you are so brilliant.
B3: Smart, kind, and beautiful. // They’re completely different from us ya-
B1: Thank you
{ Smile }
B1: …..
B1: …..Sorry.
Page 24
B1: ‘Kay
< pull pull~~~~ Ka-ching >
B2: Hmm
B1: Alright
B2: Guess this’ll do.
< Slap >
B1: Fully armed such on late night.
< Shock >
B1: Were you planning to leave without telling me?
B2: ….Even though you’re mine.
B1: Demon Queen…. // sorry
B2: But I really can’t leave Magician alone like this.
Page 25
B1: What’s with that miserable face // aren’t you a Hero?
B1: I am yours // and you are mine.
B1: ….
B2: Did you think I’ll stop you?
B1: Huh?
B1: Don’t underestimate me. // Here
< Open…. >
B1: …. // This is….!
Page 26
B1: Was it the one right before me? It’s the black steel full-body armor said to have been used by a former Demon Lord. // There aren’t any curse or jinx on it, so you can use it without worries.
B1: Because I, the Demon Queen, is absent, governing of the Demon World’s starting get a bit loose. // I want you to reinforce some order into the place.
{ If you wear this, you’ll seem quite like it }
B2: Su- // sure.
B1: Here’s a list and letters of introduction to trustworthy clan chiefs and tribal leaders. // Since you’ll need some assistance if you’re going to look for someone.
Page 27
B1: Really…
B2: You should be thankful that I’m possessor of such open heart.
B1: ….Thanks
B1: Is that all?
B2: Eh // what else?
B1: Come on // you know…
B2: Don’t humans have a certain custom?
Page 28
B1: Custom?
B1: You // you know…
B2: Between intimate people… more specifically between intimate couples when they depart…. // that special custom.
B1: Ah
B2: Yeah…
B1: …Is it because it’s useless meat?
B2: Where did that come from?
Page 29
B1: Ah
< Grab >
B1: ...That was my forehead.
B2: I’ll do the rest when I’m back!
B1: Then I’ll get going!
< clang clang >
B2: Ah
Page 30
B1: That’s a promise Hero! You absolutely have to keep it!!
< Sparse >
{ Gasp---- } { Ha--- }
{ Ha- Ha- }
{ Gasp-- }
{ Phoo--- }
{ Ha--- }
B1: ---Okay // guess that’s about right for a warm up.
B2: Then we’ll move onto weapon training.
Page 31
B1: This // this is stupid.
B1: …What?
B1: I said it’s stupid. // Why should I learn swordsmanship from a women like you.
B2: I didn’t learn swords from the White Swordsman to become a woman’s apprentice.
Page 32
B1: Hey // you “Roundy” // hold the sword with both hands and stand.
B2: Hya // Hyes!?
{ Me?! }
< Startle >
B1: Like this….?
< Cling >
< Kiing >
< Giing >
Page 33
B1: Let me say this to that “Monkey” #It’s not really saying “Monkey”, but since I don’t wanna go adding “Gozaru” to everything he says, I think this works.
< Jolt >
B1: I am Female Knight from the Lake Nation.
B2: I am the women who survived through thousands of battles in the Demon World along with the Hero.
B1: He-
B2: Hero
B3: That great Hero!?
B1: No // no // no way
B2: “Knight of the Demon Mask” !?
B3: “Brute force Princess”!? #or “Fiend/Superhuman Princess”
B4: “Female Assassin of Stone-Wall Iris”!?
B1: You seem quite knowledgeable, // Monkey.
< tremble tremble tremble >
Page 34
B1: This isn’t brute force. // It’s a skill.
B2: As long as you master the trick, it’s feasible even for you guys.
B1: He-… {Oops } // the White Knight has too much talent. #she says Knight instead of Swordsman here.
{ Babaaam // and Flaaaash }
B2: So he manages to do everything “some way or another”, which makes him unsuitable for a teacher.
B1: Perhaps the White Swordsman was Female Knight’s apprentice!?
B2: That’s it!
B3: So that’s how it was…
{ Uh…}
B1: Hmm yeah something like…
B2: {Tha-} That’s how it is.
B1: White Swordsman received an imperial command so he is on an investigation quest. // That’s why I’ll be in charge of the four-times-a-week combat training.
B2: Unlike White Swordsman, I am planning to adopt a training method that adopts the theoretical and practical basics. // I’ll make sure to heighten your skills up to practical level.
Page 35
B1: I’m deeply honored to learn under the swordsman who’s a companion of the Hero!
B2: If you were to say that far, it can’t be helped. // Guess I’ll walk the path of swordsmanship too.
B1: Then as a start, run around the North Forest three times. // Then once more while swinging a wooden sword.
B2: After that, long sword swinging 500 times!
< Crack >
< Gyaaaaaaaa >
< Gyaaaaaaaaaa >
B1: They’re lively today too.
B2: Honestly.
Page 36
B1: But // Female Knight seems to be enjoying it despite the looks.
B1: Really?
< UGYAAAAAAA >
{ Why did I come hereeeeeeee }
< twist twist >
B2: Wasn’t she blind with fury like a badger who got stabbed with an arrow on the butt when she learned about Hero’s disappearance?
B1: She’s probably someone who gets lively when she’s depended on.
B2: That’s pretty cute.
B1: She has a much more tight body than your highness too.
B2: Argh
B1: No, no
B2: Your highness’ style isn’t that bad either.
Page 37
B1: It’s just that even though the physique is geared toward sexiness or smuttiness, // but the fact that the personality of the one in question has not even a single tinge of sexiness nor smuttiness is probably your highness’ sad part.
{ Ha…. }
< Twist twist… >
B2: Let it be.
B1: Alright, it’s done.
< Kasha….ng >
B1: What were you making?
B2: It’s a prototype model I’m planning to hand over to the merchant we called.
B1: ----With this…
B1: we’ll contact the “Union”. #contact or “get in touch with”
Page 38
BOX: Rough Sea Nation // Gulf Coast City #or Gulf Shore City
BOX: “Union” // Business Hall #Business/trade
B1: This is amazing.
B2: I told you, it’s an invention that will change the world.
B1: As long as we have this,
B2: the path to your… no our dream of becoming the executives will open up.
B1: However since that is the case ….
B2: we should carefully consider what the presence of this device indicates.
Page 39
B1: First of all, I am not the one who invented this. // There’s someone who sent me this device.
B2: We should contemplate on what that person is plotting.
B1: Do you know whereabouts of the sender?
B2: Yes. // The accompanying letter said it’s from the Crimson Scholar living in Winter Nation’s Fuyugoshi Village.
B1: Fuyugoshi Village…
B2: That’s the place where Lake Shore Order’s monastery was built this summer.
B1: Winter Nation isn’t within Lake Shore Order’s area of influence. // I find it strange that such a thing was constructed so suddenly.
B2: There seem to be some sort of connection.
B1: In order to maximize the profits “Union” can earn from THIS, we need to monopolize this device. // It’s necessary to contact that Scholar.
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B1: Depending on the circumstances…
B1: I hope we won’t end up doing such a thing.
B2: We are mere merchant, // and shouldn’t be some assassins. #or “not some assassins”.
<< To be continued >>
## END of Chap 04 ###