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The Forsaken Saintess and her Foodie Roadtrip in Another World, Chapter 122

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Chapter One Hundred and Twenty-Two: An Upper Experience in an Uptown without Ups and Downs

Trying not to rush but still eating quickly, I finish the skewers and pick up Gomamiso, who is begging for more food. Sensing the somewhat tense atmosphere from my forceful embrace, Gomamiso becomes uncharacteristically quiet, as if its usual inability to read the room is a lie.

It pokes its head out of my arms and perches on my shoulder, ears and tail standing straight up as it looks around.

Meanwhile, Mr. Ville and Mr. Xenon, who had already left their seats, are paying the bill and heading out.

As I turn to follow, I feel a tug on my clothes. Looking down, I see Ms. Aria’s white hand gripping the edge of my outfit. While Mr. Ville is walking ahead, Ms. Aria follows at a slightly slower pace, not letting go of my clothes…

We end up in a formation with Mr. Ville and Mr. Xenon in the lead, follow by me, Ms. Aria, and Mr. Ed at a slight distance.

Rin, just stay with us behind Ville and bow your head like we’ll do, okay?”

“Mm. If you stay quiet, it’ll be fine…!”

“Uh, oh, okay…”

In a formation similar to our previous shopping trip, I found myself sandwiched between Ms. Aria and Mr. Ed as we made our way from the lively downtown towards the upscale residential area, the uptown.

The downtown area, now approaching dusk, is bustling with people hurrying home.

As we weaved through the crowd, Mr. Ed, wearing a seemingly friendly smile, whispered to me quietly. Ms. Aria also gave a faint smile and took my free hand.

…Huh… wait… what’s with this atmosphere!? It feels like we’re marching to our doom or something!

Huh? Aren’t we heading to where Mr. Ville’s family is?

Huh?

“Well, you’ll understand when we get there, yeah. They’re not bad people, but…”

“Mm. You should… keep holding Goma… too.”

“Wow… this feels like it’s becoming a really big deal…”

Noticing my obvious confusion, Mr. Ed added an explanation with a slight shrug.

At the same time, Ms. Aria, who had let go of my hand, gently lifted Gomamiso, who was still on alert on my shoulder, and handed it back to me. Judging from Ms. Aria’s serious gaze, there must be quite a reason for all this…

Unlike the crowded downtown, the uptown is already much quieter. I heard that at this time, many families send their housekeepers home and enjoy family time. That’s probably why more people are heading downtown than coming this way…

Amidst this, the lead group… I mean, Mr. Ville and Mr. Xenon suddenly turn down a side street. I readjust Gomamiso in my arms, who is still looking around intently, and follow them.

The side street seems to be lined with what looks like small restaurants. High-end-looking establishments, illuminated by storefront lanterns and street lights, are lined up every few buildings.

The place Mr. Ville enters is a building at the very end of this row… or so it seems.

“Hmm… this… requires some courage to enter, doesn’t it?”

“It doesn’t look like… a shop, right?”

“Yes, it’s almost like a private residence…”

The building has the same imposing structure as the uptown residences we have passed, with a matching atmospheric wooden door. There is no sign, just a brass plate with what seems to be the shop’s name on the door… If the lead group hadn’t gone in, this is definitely the type of place I’d never approach, yup. If someone told me it was "someone’s house," I’d just say, "Yup, totally agree.”

“Oh, good. I was worried we lost you since you entered a bit late.”

“…Sorry… It seems I had less awareness of my surroundings than I thought.”

“It’s okay! I came along with Mr. Ed and Ms. Aria, so no worries!”

Still, steeling myself to enter, I found the inside to be more like a bar than a restaurant.

Aside from the chic counter, there are no tables, and the dimmed lighting gives off a vibe that screams "for classy adults!”

Just as I was about to be overwhelmed by the ambiance, Mr. Xenon and Mr. Ville noticed our late arrival. Mr. Xenon smiled softly as he spotted us, while Mr. Ville lowered his eyebrows and gave a small bow.

But considering Mr. Ville’s feelings, he is about to face the family he’d been so apprehensive about… It’s understandable that he’d lose awareness of his surroundings. Fortunately, or perhaps I should say thankfully, Ms. Aria and Mr. Ed were with me, so I didn’t get lost.

Thinking this, I clenched my fist and smiled, which seemed to relax Mr. Ville’s expression.

“…It seems everyone has arrived… Please, this way…”

Suddenly, a calm voice came from behind. Turning around hastily, I saw a man who appeared to be in his early old age standing behind the counter. I hadn’t noticed him arrive.

With black hair mixed with white neatly combed back, wearing a white shirt and black vest, he has the perfect "bartender" vibe. Judging from the scale-like features on the back of his hands and cheeks, he seems to be a lizardman type with strong human-like characteristics.

As I stare at him with interest, he smiles back at me and smoothly reaches for a bottle at the very end of the shelf. He tips it down… and the shelf section rotates, revealing what looks like stairs leading underground.

“Woah?”

“A-Are you alright, Rin? Come on, let’s go.”

I’m fine…! I just didn’t expect such a mechanism…”

I inadvertently stepped back and almost lost my balance, but Mr. Ville’s palm stopped my back. I answered the concerned voice coming from above while regaining my composure.

The exterior was like a hideaway bar, but I never imagined the interior would have such an intricate mechanism…!

“Well then, please take care… Have a safe trip…”

Watched off by the quietly bowing bartender, I stepped into the even darker secret passage.

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Characters so far

Main Character

1. Takanashi Rin

Jp: 小鳥遊 倫 (タカナシ・リン)

Gender: female

First mention: chapter 1

An ordinary person who was sucked into a saint's summoning spell. On Earth, she worked as an acupuncturist and practitioner of moxibustion.

Her stats:

Class: ForeignerÉtranger / TravelerTripper

HP: 18/18 MP: 15/15

STR: 8 CON: 9 POW: 15 INT: 14 LUC: 75

Special Skills: [Camping Car] *Usable outdoors only

Skills: [Survival]

Skills

2. Campy

Jp: 野営車両 (モーターハウス), モーちゃん

Gender: car

First mention: chapter 2

Camping vehicle of the protagonist.

From the user manual:

This skill allows the caster to summon a camping vehicle in outdoor locations wherever desired. Please note that dungeons are also classified as “outdoor” for this skill.

The vehicle utilizes the energy substance known as “magic particles” present in the atmosphere to power its movement and interior equipment. This means you can use it without worrying about running out of energy. The water from the onboard plumbing is magical water produced by the embedded magic circles within the vehicle, and you can use it directly as drinking water.

The vehicle is equipped with a barrier function, allowing only those acknowledged by the caster to board. Additionally, the vehicle has a concealment function, making its appearance unrecognizable to anyone other than the caster and passengers.

The living space is designed to provide a comfortable living environment, utilizing spatial magic to achieve both spaciousness and comfort. Please feel free to relax and enjoy your time to the fullest.

3. Survival

Jp: 生存戦略 (サバイバル)

Gender: skill

First mention: chapter 1

From the skill description:

Passive.

To ensure the caster’s survival provides support on both physical and knowledge aspects to adapt to the natural and social environment.

Moreover, in the event of unexpected situations, harmonizes mental and thought processes to ensure survivability, while enhancing physical capabilities.

The party

4. Ville

Jp: ヴィル

Gender: male

First mention: chapter 3

An adventurer of dragul race that the protagonist met when she was fishing in this world for the first time.

6. Aria

Jp: アリア

Gender: female

First mention: chapter 9

One of Ville’s party members.

Thread master of the spider race. She is Ed’s wife.

8. Ed

Jp: エド

Gender: male

First mention: chapter 9

One of Ville’s party members.

Magic alchemist. He is Aria’s husband.

10. Xenon

Jp: セノン

Gender: male

First mention: chapter 9

One of Ville’s party members.

Elf priest.

The Adventurers' Guild's Staff

11. Sheila

Jp: シーラ

Gender: female

First mention: chapter 20

A kobold who work as a receptionist at the Adventurers' Guild. She is a veteran with 20 years of service under her belt.

12. Guildmaster

Gender: male

First mention: chapter 28

Tori, a Gildmaster of the Adventurers' Guild of Ellarge.

The Lucky Clover

13. Kent

Jp: ケント

Gender: male

First mention: chapter 27

A troubled adventurer who ran out of the forest when Rin and the others went out of town to make moxa.

He is a member of the Lucky Clover, a party that was rescued by the Gourmands from a fire bear. A werecat.

14. Priest Rayer

Jp: ライアー

Gender: male

First mention: chapter 28

A member of the Lucky Clover, a party that was rescued by the Gourmands from a fire bear. He used to be a priest warrior in his younger days.

15. Shion

Jp: シオン

Gender: female

First mention: chapter 28

A member of the Lucky Clover, a party that was rescued by the Gourmands from a fire bear. A tiger beastgirl.

16. Aida

Jp: アイーダ

Gender: female

First mention: chapter 28

A member of the Lucky Clover, a party that was rescued by the Gourmands from a fire bear. A half-elf.

Pets

17. Gomamiso

Jp: ごまみそ

Gender: male

First mention: chapter 79

A winged lynx that the protagonist met in the dungeon boss's room and named it Gomamiso.

It had a light brownish fur coat with dark brown spots and stripes… Its tail was dark brown as well. Its head and cheeks also had similar dark stripes. It looked a bit like a tabby cat but with a bit more wildness. Its front and hind legs were quite stout.

Others

18. Orca

First mention: chapter 41

An orca, who in an attempted prank ended up on the shore.

19. Miss Misha

Jp: ミーシャ

First mention: chapter 100

An older sister from the Wildcat Pavilion. Misha is a pure white longhair type with animal-like limbs and paw pads.

Glossary

Stats

1. HP

Jp: 耐久

First mention: chapter 1

Health.

2. MP

Jp: MP

First mention: chapter 1

Mana.

3. STR

Jp: STR (筋力)

First mention: chapter 1

Strength.

4. CON

Jp: CON (体力)

First mention: chapter 1

Stamina, constitution.

5. POW

Jp: POW (精神力)

First mention: chapter 1

Mental powers, spirit, power of will.

6. INT

Jp: INT (知力)

First mention: chapter 1

Intellect.

7. LUC

Jp: LUC (幸運)

First mention: chapter 1

Luck.

Local food and ingredients

8. Milk trout

First mention: chapter 2

Edible: extremely delicious

A giant trout-type magical creature inhabiting Rhielle Lake. Around this season, they voraciously feed in preparation for breeding.

As the name milk trout suggests, the fish is pure white and has plenty of nutrients and fat stored in its body.

Being a magical creature, it is free of parasites, making it suitable for raw consumption.

9. Big leaper

Jp: ラージラペル

First mention: chapter 5

A large rabbit-like creature.

10. Zeseri

First mention: chapter 6

A grass with a taste and aroma quite similar to celery.

11. Halberry

Jp: ハールベリー

First mention: chapter 10

Edible: Delicious

A type of berry. Small grains come together to form a single fruit. The ones that ripen to a deep purple color are sweet and delicious.

Unripe green ones are very sour and too firm, unsuitable for eating.

The leaves are also used as herbal medicine and dried ones are sometimes brewed into medicinal tea.

12. Phantom fowl

Jp: ファントムファウル

First mention: chapter 12

Edible: Delicious

A bird-type monster living in mountainous regions. They move by hopping between low bushes and the ground.

They prefer sweet fruit and berries, giving their meat that fragrance and sweetness. Their eggs are also edible.

Aggressive and occasionally attack humans, but manageable if not in large flocks.

13. Tille Mushrooms

First mention: chapter 21

Not very expensive mushrooms.

14. Zeeram Plant

First mention: chapter 21

A plant with large broad leaves. Not edible, but dried leaves can be brewed as tea.

Locations

15. Rhielle Lake

Jp: レアル湖

First mention: chapter 2

Water is drinkable.

A small lake in the east of Riessfeld.

Groundwater from the surrounding mountains flows into the lake.

With no settlements nearby, a variety of plants and animals can be seen.

16. Riessfeld Continent

Jp: リースフェルト

First mention: chapter 16

A relatively small continent where the heroine appeared.

17. Town of Ellarge

Jp: エルラージュ

First mention: chapter 10

A town that Ville uses as his base as an adventurer.

Located at the easternmost edge of the continent.

18. Schulbrand

Jp: シュルブラン

First mention: chapter 88

The royal capital.

It is located at the westernmost edge of the continent.

19. Melnoa Volcano

Jp: メルロワ火山

First mention: chapter 88

A volcano between Ellarge and the capital. Located north from Rhielle Lake.

20. Melnoa

Jp: メルロワ

First mention: chapter 101

A blacksmith town near the Melnoa Volcano.

21. The Wildcat Pavilion (Menie Olda)

Jp: 山猫亭 (メニエ・オルダ)

First mention: chapter 18

The tavern that Ville and his party frequent.

Normal food and ingredients

22. Dashi

Jp: 出汁 (だし)

First mention: chapter 4

Traditional Japanese broth, the basis of many Japanese dishes, soups, sauces.

23. Mentsuyu

First mention: chapter 4

Japanese soup base commonly used in soba and udon noodle dishes.

24. Miso

First mention: chapter 4

Traditional Japanese seasoning. It is a thick paste produced by fermenting soybeans.

25. Ojiya

Jp: おじや

First mention: chapter 6

Ojiya: rice gruel containing vegetables, fish, etc., and seasoned with miso or soy sauce.

26. Carpaccio

First mention: chapter 6

A dish of meat or fish, thinly sliced or pounded thin, and served raw.

27. Sashimi

First mention: chapter 6

A Japanese delicacy consisting of fresh raw fish or meat sliced into thin pieces and often eaten with soy sauce.

28. Katsudon

First mention: chapter 31

A Japanese dish consisting of meat and rice, and often served with toppings. Katsudon is popular among students: the word for 'win' (Jap. 勝つ katsu) is consonant with the name of the dish, so katsudon is consumed before exams.

29. Nekomanma

First mention: chapter 87

A very simple rice dish, topped with Bonito flakes and soy sauce. The old time before cat food was invented, people used to be giving their leftover food to cats and that’s how this dish is called “Nekomanma (cat rice)”.

30. Tai Chazuke

First mention: chapter 92

Green tea poured over marinated in sesame marinade sea bream and rice.

Others

31. Lucky Clover

First mention: chapter 29

A party that consists of orphans led by the head of the orphanage on the outskirts of the town.

Known members: Priest Rayer; Kent; Shion; Aida;

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