The Villains I Taught Became Heroes

19 – Event – 1

[Achieved 1000 treatments.]

[As a reward, the healer’s essence is granted.]

“Oh my! Thank you!”

For the third day today. Thanks to steadily treating people in the alley for three days, he obtained what he needed.

I looked at the small piece in my pocket, the healer’s essence.

“Master? What is that?”

“The ingredient needed to make your medicine. Now. Since we’re done, shall we go?”

Now that there are no more guests.

Thanks to treating people with fever and injuries for three days, there were no longer people suffering from disease and pain in the alley.

After finishing the cleanup and receiving their gratitude, I left the alley with So Wol.

“Laila and the other warriors are returning… What about us?”

“Do you want to have more fun?”

“Well… if the master says he wants to have more fun, as a disciple, I should follow, right?”

He speaks well on the topic of wanting to have more fun.

“Then let’s just go.”

“Yes.”

There you go. Completely sulking. Lips pouted again.

“Just kidding. Let’s have some fun. We came all the way to the big city; it would be a waste to just go back, right?”

“W-Well, right?! So, what should we do for fun? What should we do?”

Hmm. In the famous city of Roverin, they’re known for their plays, but we saw one last time, didn’t we?

So, we should do something else. What could be interesting?

“Oh. By the way, just so you know, I don’t have any money.”

“Don’t worry; I’ve got money.”

Suwool, showing her pocket, grinned.

It’s good that there’s a rich disciple nearby.

I gently stroked her head.

With Suwool, who seemed to be in a good mood, we returned to the inn for now.

The warriors in the inn seemed quite busy, probably preparing to leave as Suwool mentioned.

“Have you been well? We’re getting ready to head back. What about you, sir and miss?”

“We plan to stay a few more days before leaving.”

“Oh… Is that so?”

Laila, looking somewhat surprised, stared at Suwool.

“Ah~! That’s enough then!”

“What, what!!”

“Hehe. If the two of you decide to stay a bit longer, who am I to object! Oh, and if you need any travel expenses…”

“I’ve got money, so don’t worry about it.”

“Oh. Is that so? Well then, enjoy your stay. And you, sir.”

Laila, with a mischievous smile, blinked one eye.

“I haven’t forgotten our last promise~!”

Last promise?

Oh, talking about that play I had her perform while forgetting about it.

I wish she’d just let it slide.

“I’ll make sure to repay you for that later.”

“Oh! Thank you!”

I wonder if teaching them some decent swordplay or martial arts would be good?

It may not be as much as Sowol, but Laila’s talent is also good, so I should be able to teach her quickly.

“Is that okay?”

“Yes! Have a good time and come back!”

Laila leaves with joy.

Watching her, Sowol looks at me with a slightly chubby expression.

“What are you planning to do with Laila?”

“Well, this and that. Maybe we’ll try something different?”

“….”

“Rather than that, let’s think about what we want to do. Hey, innkeeper. Is there anything interesting around here?”

“If you’re looking for something interesting, how about visiting Lake Rankin nearby? The scenery is beautiful, and you can enjoy boating on the lake. There’s also a shop I know nearby. If you mention my recommendation, they’ll prepare delicious grilled trout for you.”

Scenery viewing and boating.

Static and dynamic activities together—it doesn’t seem bad at all.

Sowol nods without any particular complaints.

“Then let’s go there tomorrow.”

The next morning, Laila and the warriors of the upper ranks left.

They mentioned that they could reach the upper ranks by evening since they would return without their armor.

By that time, we should be at the lake.

“Shall we go too?”

“Yes!”

To reach Lake Rankin, we need to ride horses. I asked Laila to leave some horses for us yesterday, but did she actually leave them?

I headed to the stable with Sowol and saw one horse left.

There’s only one horse for two people.

“I don’t know how to ride a horse.”

“Don’t worry.”

You can just run.

It’s all part of the training.

“Do I ride in front of the teacher?”

“Huh?”

Huh? Isn’t it supposed to be like this?

I saw Sowol, her laughter bubbling up, climbing onto the horse easily despite being told she couldn’t. She poses quite nicely for someone who can’t ride.

“What are you doing? We have to go quickly. Are you telling me that even the master doesn’t know how to ride a horse?”

“That’s ridiculous.”

It’s not too difficult to control the reins.

“For the sake of your growth… Hey, don’t stare at me like that. It was just a joke.”

Finally, Sowol, who had been squinting her eyes, sat down somewhere and I climbed onto the horse.

Sowol naturally leaned against my chest and spoke in a slightly trembling voice.

“Well then, let’s go!”

“Yeah. Let’s go.”

It’s a day for fun, so training isn’t really necessary. Yeah. Let’s just rest well today.

Riding the horse, the destination, Lake Rankin, was not far away.

However, amid the shaking, Sowol seemed a bit stiff.

She clearly gives off the impression of being a well-bred lady who usually only rides carriages.

“Should I teach her how to ride a horse…”

There are many things to teach her.

I rested my chin on Sowol’s pink hair in front of me.

Amidst her startled reaction, Lake Rankin started to come into view before we knew it.

“Wow…”

A small gasp escapes her.

Lake Rankin was so beautiful that even Sowol, who had grown up seeing only good things, was amazed.

It seemed like a large mirror of blue light, and the surrounding area was filled with lush green forests.

There were quite a few facilities for tourists around the lake, as if to prove that it was a decent tourist spot recommended by the inn owner.

It’s different from the game, but it’s definitely different when it becomes a reality.

“Master! Let’s go and see!”

I didn’t think she would be so excited about this, but it’s not bad to see her happy.

“Be careful as we ride.”

Then we should go quickly.

I wrapped my arm around Sowol’s waist and held the reins with one hand, guiding her.

As the brown horse began to gallop swiftly, I could see So-wol, firmly held by me, tensing up.

“Ouch. Was that too fast?”

“Uh… no, not at all…”

Well, it’s definitely something.

She’s clearly startled.

Even though she’s strong enough to wield a sword, riding at this speed on a horse with an elevated viewpoint can be intimidating.

I slowed down, releasing the hand that held So-wol.

“Ah…”

“Feeling better now?”

“I-it’s fine to go fast…”

Yeah, right. Totally fine.

Maintaining a brisk pace, we arrived near Lake Rankin.

“How about a boat ride there? We can have lunch on the boat.”

“…Sure.”

What’s bothering her again? Her voice seems subdued.

Must be the stormy teenage years.

Conversing with kids entering adolescence is never easy.

But what can I do? It’s the duty of a mentor.

I ruffled So-wol’s hair, and only then did she seem to relax a bit, smiling as she followed me.

“Master! Can I ride the flower boat? I really want to!”

“Sure. Sure.”

Money won’t be an issue for you.

So-wol confidently walked over and rented the flower boat.

It was a gondola adorned with vibrant flowers.

Bounding onto it with light steps, So-wol grinned as she paddled, creating ripples in the water.

Huh. Asking the sky-like mentor to row a boat. What an insolent brat.

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But today is a day off. It wouldn’t hurt for a master to show some leniency.

“Do you know how to row a boat?”

“It’s basic.”

I took the oar and moved it effortlessly.

Is it because the boat isn’t bad?

A flower boat floated lightly over the lake, like a blue mirror.

“Nice…”

The wind created by the movement of the boat seemed pleasant.

Swaying pink hair gently brushed behind her ear, So-wol confirmed that the scenery was indeed beautiful.

Well, the fact that the child had a cute smile regardless of her personality was true.

“Master. Have you ever been on a boat like this before?”

“Yes.”

“…With whom?”

“Luvalkan. A dwarf grandpa warrior who wields an axe well.”

Back then, they had a pirate event on a boat like this.

“Oh, hahaha. With Serin, the high-ranking priestess…”

“Why would I ride with her?”

Besides, she gets seasick and can’t even ride this kind of boat.

So-wol seemed even happier at my denial and laughed brightly.

“Huh?! It seems like the helmsman is playing music on that boat. Maybe I should have hired a helmsman…”

“I know how to play.”

Although the helmsman over there is playing the lute, I do this.

“What’s that?”

“A flute.”

Because music is the only healing potion for me, I learned it a long time ago.

This flute is an item I obtained from a previous event.

I took out the flute from my pocket and played a simple tune.

It was a bit awkward since it had been a while, but it wasn’t a bad performance.

“…Why do you have such a surprised expression? Can’t you clap after a song?”

After finishing one song and looking at her, So-wol had her mouth wide open and her eyes wide.

Why. Is it surprising that I can play a musical instrument?

“I didn’t know Master could play such a romantic piece…”

“Well, they say the flute is a romantic instrument.”

It’s fun to do it after a long time.

Shall I continue practicing to become a sage later?

“…I feel like I’ve gotten to know Master a little better.”

Sowol, upon saying that, smiled softly, seemingly quite pleased.