I Was a Small Fish When I Reincarnated, but It Seems That I Can Become a Dragon, so I Will Do My Best - Extra Chapter 54
3-4. Countermeasure Against Maletanago
“Uchikage-Ojichan!”
“Hmm?”
I slid open the fusuma door and entered Uchikage-Ojichan’s workspace.
I know he’s busy, but since the issue with the fields directly affects our food situation, I need to ask for countermeasures even if it’s inconvenient.
I quickly sat in seiza in front of him and shared what had just happened.
Since other water wheels might also be damaged due to Maletanago, I asked him to investigate. Amariaz is currently handling it, but there might be things only a carpenter can determine.
“That’s what happened.”
“Hmm… It’s bad if we can’t transport water. Alright, first, let’s gather carpenters. And it’s about Maletanago, right?”
“Yeah. It seems to be causing trouble. I also want to deal with the sharp stones after its rampage.”
“You always make things complicated… Well, I have a solution.”
“What is it!?”
I leaned forward eagerly to hear the solution. Then, an unfamiliar term came out of Uchikage-Ojichan’s mouth.
“Do you know a fish called Beddrock?”
“Beddrock?”
What’s that? A fish with a strange name…
“Yeah. It’s a fish that has become scarce now, but there are still some upstream. Although its magic threat has decreased compared to the past, its scent is still potent. It has the ability to attract and prey on other fish. It looks like a flattened steamed bun, with a color mix of black and purple.”
“So, if we catch it and release it in the river where Maletanago is…”
“In all likelihood, Maletanago will almost disappear.”
Oh! If there’s a fish that uses magic like that, the problem is easily solved! It’s like a cleaning service that eats troublesome fish!
…Wait a minute. Maletanago uses a dangerous attack called ‘Part Enhancement (Sharp)’ right? What if Beddrock gets caught and killed? That wouldn’t help!
What about that part!?
“It’s okay. Beddrock is very tough, and it won’t be affected by Maletanago’s attacks. Besides, it doesn’t move. If we collect it from the river before the ecosystem is disrupted, there should be no harm.”
“Really!? Then, if I catch it, I’ll take good care of it! I’ll go now!”
I immediately stood up and rushed out into the hallway. I need to go back to the place I was before to discuss this.
“Wait, calm down Yuuze-… Ah, he’s gone.”
The left-behind Uchikage scratched his head lightly and muttered something that he forgot to mention without anyone hearing.
“…I forgot that Beddrock doesn’t move but is immobilized by powerful suckers.”
Before joining them, I decided to gather tools for securing Beddrock in the castle town. I entered a tool shop, contemplating what I would need.
Come to think of it, I didn’t ask about the size… Well, it’s a fish, so it shouldn’t be too big. But I’ll need a water bucket. If it’s about the size of a basin, it should fit most fish.
What else… a fishing rod? Well, it’s more like capture than fishing, so I should bring a net.
Oh, I forgot to ask Uchikage-Ojichan about Beddrock’s habits. Well, Amariaz probably knows about it.
So, a basin, a net, and… should be enough.
“Here you go.”
“Thank you!”
After completing the purchase, I carried the items and headed back to everyone.
Come to think of it, where is Amariaz? I want to ask about Beddrock’s characteristics…
Well, in times like these, there’s a way.
I stopped on the spot, closed my eyes, and sensed Amariaz’s presence. Once I felt it, I sprinted to meet up with him using the shortest route.
I’ve gotten used to this. I used to struggle, but now I could live blindfolded. Uchikage-Ojichan praised my progress in that aspect.
While thinking about such things, I spotted Amariaz inspecting other waterwheels. Other demons gathered around, and he seemed to be explaining what was happening to the Oni in charge of farming.
“Hey, Amariaz!”
“Welcome back, Yuuzen-kun. How was it-… What’s that?”
“I’m going to capture Beddrock!”
“..Eeeeeh..”
Amariaz made a genuinely unpleasant face when he heard the name Beddrock.