Chapter 517

Handling of the Parfes
“So, the Parfes… those are the cow-shaped monsters mentioned in Vic and Kou’s reports, correct?”

“Yes. For now, they’re staying in Catastie to rest from their journey while undergoing various tests.”

“I see. Vic mentioned they’re harmless as long as they aren’t provoked?”

“That’s right. They’re fundamentally gentle and timid, so they rarely harm others. Though if they’re injured or attacked, it might be a different story.”

“That’s typical of monsters with strong group instincts. Very well, once they’ve cleared quarantine, you have permission to bring the Parfes to Vardmoi.”

“Thank you. But it’s not just the current group of Parfes.”

“… What do you mean?”

Hmm, this is awkward to explain… but I need to be upfront about it.

“One of the Eight Seats, Lord Riku of the Darkness Seat, has requested an additional loan of Kiblinki Saltas. In return, they’re proposing to send more Parfes.”

“I see. Are you sure they won’t become violent?”

“They’ll be under my contract, so it should be fine.”

“You… managed to contract with cows too?”

“Apparently, my contract condition is ‘monsters who are genuinely friendly,’ or something like that.”

“Hmm… well, as long as you can manage them even in larger numbers, it’s fine. According to the reports, they’re quite strong and can sustain themselves as long as there’s grass. The ranch facilities originally built for raising cows and horses should be suitable for them.”

“Exactly. They’re especially good at heavy labor, which the Kiblinki Saltas aren’t great at, so they complement each other well.”

“Then it’s decided that eventually, they’ll be assigned to villages.”

Eventually? Not right away?

“They should get used to the climate here first. Let them live in Vardmoi for a while. There’s a ranch the Kiblinki Saltas hastily prepared.”

“Thank you. Also, Parfes produce milk that can be consumed after heating or made into cheese. Would you like to sell those products in Vardmoi?”

“That’s something to consider. We could focus on training specialists in Vardmoi and have production done in the villages. That way, it becomes both a trade product and a nutritional resource. Either way, it’s a valuable food source.”

As expected of Marquis Vardmoi—he’s not just thinking short-term but planning for the future.
I guess I need to be more like that too.

“So, when are we going to pick up the Parfes?”

“The quarantine will take about two weeks. I plan to go then.”

“Understood. I’ll go with you. I’m interested in seeing these monsters firsthand.”

That wrapped up today’s discussions.
There’s still plenty to decide, but we’ll handle things gradually.
First on the list is going to pick up the Parfes.
A few Kiblinki Saltas have already gone to care for them, so they should be fine, but I hope they’re doing well.

What do you think about this chapter?