Reincarnated Elf Chapter 21

 Reincarnated elf (102), giving a guidance

"Sir Reese, I've spotted a group of magical beasts in the three o'clock direction. The count is... 5 of them, with 4 being D-rank and 1 being A-rank!"

As I raced through the sprawling Vistella Forest alongside Minoru, she used her finely honed appraisal magic detection skills to report the enemy's positions.

Appraisal magic was relatively straightforward, even in the realm of ancient magic.

However, it was of a different lineage than fire elemental magic.

The fact that she had managed to bring her appraisal magic to a reasonable level of proficiency in just two years was a testament to Minoru's talent and hard work.

"...Got it. Can you handle the A-rank?"

"――You can count on me!"

Minoru nodded with enthusiasm.

Even though they hadn't appeared yet, based on my estimation, the four D-rank magical beasts were likely Cockatrices.

These monsters had snake-like tails and chicken-like bodies, making them widely appreciated as magical beasts for both consumption and various other purposes.

Regarding the A-rank, it's a magical beast known as the Wild Bear. It has an approximate length of 2 meters. What sets this bear apart is its unique trait – it grows stronger by consuming other magical beasts. The Wild Bear I can currently see, thanks to my appraisal magic, has devoured a dozen or so magical monsters, making it a formidable mid-level opponent.

Akuyaku no Oujo ni Tensei Shitakedo Chapter 1

 Day One: Encounter

In a room filled with worn-out chairs, desks, and shelves that seemed out of place, the storage space was dimly lit and covered in dust. Despite its considerable size, it always felt chilly.

There was no bed, only a few rough, thick blankets and a worn-out cushion with a hole. The room had just one small window, placed high up, which made it dim even during the day, with the air feeling stagnant.

I found myself on the floor of this room, and right in front of me stood two girls in beautiful dresses, which looked out of place in this setting. They had surprised expressions on their faces.

One of the girls pushed me, and I fell backward, hitting my head on the floor. The pain was intense, and I couldn't make a sound. Apparently realizing their mistake, the two girls quickly backed away in a fluster.

"Hey, I'm not the one to blame!"

"That's right, it's all your fault!"

With those words, they angrily left the room, their footsteps fading away.

I lay on the dusty floor, holding my aching head, feeling utterly lost. As stars danced before my eyes from the impact, unfamiliar memories flooded through my mind.

What's happening? Is this really me?

This is so strange. It's a different world, after all.

A different world? Yes, a completely different life from here.

NOTICE

I'll be temporarily stopping the translation for 'Listen to my lady's story' (ウチのお嬢様の話を聞いてくれ) until the author writes another chapter. In the meantime, I'll be translating other works, although I haven't made a final decision on which ones yet. I believe I can work on up to two titles simultaneously. While my workload has increased, I've asked someone I know to help with editing on their Discord channel. However, ultimately, I will need to ensure the quality before posting it, so the release will be consistent with my usual standards.

When it comes to the works I should translate next, I'd appreciate your suggestions on which titles you would recommend. While I'm not particularly skilled at translating adult or smut novels, please refrain from suggesting BL or Yuri. Additionally, I'm only considering Japanese Light Novels or WEB Novels. If you know of any interesting titles, please feel free to share them with me, whether they were dropped by other translators or haven't been translated yet.

Lastly, regarding quality, I'd appreciate your feedback on this site or the translation. Whether the content or the Japanese meaning is conveyed properly. Any input would be greatly appreciated, as user feedback is important, after all. I've been doing all of this in Notepad during my free time (which is mostly at work), and I believe I'm getting proficient at it, which is why I'm working on two titles. Also, I'm not very keen on conversation, so I tend to avoid pointless talk. Sorry in advance, I guess?

Listen to My Lady’s Story Chapter 90

 The former lady of the duke wants to observe

While gazing at the vast snowy landscape beneath us, the ship carrying us slowly ascended towards the imperial capital.

"Handling aerodynamics, managing defensive barriers, all while simultaneously processing them...? The person who created these magical symbols must be a genius," Isabella exclaimed as she observed the runes adorning the ship's hull.

Ordinary magical tools could usually only manage a single type of magic per tool. However, propelling a ship of this size through the air required a complex array of runes, even though I wasn't well-versed in the subject. Isabella, the former Duchess of the Kingdom, renowned worldwide for her magical expertise, made this statement, making it unquestionably credible.

"Yes, that's right! After all, this ship was crafted by our empire's brilliant magical engineer, Mr. Nikolai," Hanna replied with pride.

"Isn't he the Empire's top magical engineer?"

"Hoh..."

Listening to Hanna's boastful words, I glanced at the bracelet secured on my left arm.

Magical engineers, specialists responsible for creating and maintaining magical tools, are quite common in the Empire. The name of the top magical engineer is well-known even in the Kingdom.

They say that His Highness recognized his exceptional talent. He's achieved many groundbreaking inventions and is known as a genius who reached the top position at a remarkably young age. I believe he's the one who crafted this enhancement runic bracelet for me. Frankly, I'm not sure why such a remarkable person took an interest in me, but I've been grateful for his magical tools in various situations. If I ever get the chance to meet him, I'd like to express my gratitude.

Listen to My Lady’s Story Chapter 89

The former lady of the duke is seeking asylum

The frigid land of the Granz Empire, a kingdom of magic, lay beyond the northern Border Mountains of the realm.

At the heart of the capital city, Ehre, rose the formidable Onyx Castle, the residence of the imperial family who ruled the empire.

Hanna, a member of the Imperial Guard, hurriedly navigated through the austere hallways teeming with soldiers and bureaucrats.

"Hey there, it's been a while," she said.

Although she had come to the office for her usual work, there was an unexpected guest today.

The silver-haired young man seated at the desk turned toward Hanna, sporting a relaxed smile.

"Your Highness!? And Captain too, it's been a long time. Have you returned?" Hanna asked.

"Yeah, I just got back on the latest flight," he replied with an easygoing grin.

"I apologize for leaving things to you in my absence."

Deitrich, the first imperial prince, and his guardian, Luke, who was also the leader of the Imperial Guard, had been studying abroad in another kingdom for nearly a year. In response to their return, Hanna promptly straightened up and saluted.

Listen to My Lady’s Story Chapter 88

 My lady becomes a cat -Second Half

"That being said, I've never taken care of a cat before..."

"Meow."

(Even I've never imagined turning into a cat.)

As Crow left the workshop and walked through the mansion's corridor, he muttered to himself. In his arms, Isabella had turned into a cat and was quietly being held.

Since she had been left behind by Eins, the only one who knew her situation, Isabella, who didn't want Crow to discover her secret, had no choice but to play the part of a cat.

"Meow..."

(Curse you, Eins...)

"Is there something troubling you, Master?"

"Oh, it's a cat. What's wrong, Master? Are you going to eat it?"

As Isabella, still harboring her resentment towards Eins, adopted the role of a cat, the maids who noticed her presence from the other side of the corridor called out.

"Zwei and Drei huh... Well, Milady asked me to take care of it. But I've never had a cat before, so I'm not sure what to do... So, I won't eat it, Drei."

These two, whom Isabella had seen before, were Crow's maids, just like Eins. Crow took this opportunity to explain what Eins had told him, all the while cradling Isabella. He also made sure to caution the maid who had made a potentially dangerous comment.

Listen to My Lady’s Story Chapter 87

 My lady becomes a cat -First Half

"Hehehehe..."

Inside a room at the Duke's mansion, which served as a magical workshop, Isabella stirred a bubbling, eerie-colored liquid in a large cauldron, wearing a mischievous smile.

"Last time, I made mistakes, but I won't repeat them."

Taking the lessons learned from the previous chaotic incident into account, the room was now neatly organized. There was no chance of unintended materials getting mixed in. Most of the necessary ingredients were already in the cauldron, and now it was time for the final touches.

"Now, with this..."

To add the final ingredient, Isabella briefly stepped away from the cauldron and approached a shelf along the wall. She grabbed a potted plant placed there and casually plucked its leaves, pulling them out with a swift motion.

"Gaahhhh!"

As soon as the plant was uprooted from its pot, a piercing scream echoed through the room.

It was a plant-like magical creature with a humanoid root structure, a Mandragora. Its scream, filled with magical energy, directly attacked the minds of those who heard it, capable of causing death.

"Oh my, no matter how much you scream, it's useless."

But Isabella, who should have been close enough to hear the cries of impending death, remained calm and wore a smirk.