The Water Magician: Arc 1 Volume 4 [Parts 1 to 4] by Tadashi Kubou

Author:Tadashi Kubou
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Light Novel, partial, magic, fantasy, adventure, action, politics, monsters, slow life, overpowered protagonist, Multiple perspectives, Slow romance, normal male protagonist, swords, isekai reincarnation, political scheming, a hero’s journey, the power of friendship, creative magical combat, overcoming difficulties, extensive world-building
Publisher: J-Novel Club (generated)

Simply put, a manor in the Kingdom of Knightley was a village bestowed upon a noble. They tended to be either under the direct control of the royal family or part of the territory of a noble family that had died out. Though the history of such estates varied, generally speaking, they weren’t very large. The taxes collected from the manor went to the noble or lord who owned it, so as long as they didn’t live a lavish lifestyle, they could live comfortably on the taxes alone.

In the case of Baron Kenneth Hayward, in addition to his manor, he also had income from his position as the chief researcher at the Royal Center for Alchemy. So for a newly appointed member of the peerage, his income was quite high.

“Man, you sure put the rest of us to shame, huh?” Abel remarked while eating bandit’s fried chicken. He was impressed by Kenneth’s filial piety.

“The house we left behind in Lune finally sold not too long ago. Thanks to that, my anxiety for the future disappeared completely. I can’t tell you how relieved I am.”

Abel nodded in understanding even as he continued munching enthusiastically on various dishes.

“Oh, yeah, the house you told us about, the one with the rugged stonework in the kitchen.”

“That’s right, Zach. My mother said she wanted a spacious counter because she loves to cook, so my father had a stonemason acquaintance of his make a custom one for her.”

Upon hearing this, Abel, who’d been busy eating until now, froze.

“What’s wrong, Abel?”

“Wait a sec. Kenneth, this kitchen of yours, is it made of a huge, imposing, black stone called ‘granite’? And does the house itself have doors in three places...?” Abel ignored Zach, who stared quizzically at him because of how suddenly he’d stopped eating, and questioned Kenneth instead.

“I’m not sure about the name of the stone, but everything else in your description is correct. And yes, the house does have doors in three locations. Why do you know all that though?”

“Ummm... Cuz my friend is probably the one who bought your house...” For whatever reason, Abel clearly found it difficult to admit this.

Kenneth’s eyes widened in response. “You don’t say! Wow. Then please convey my appreciation to the buyer. It was on the market for more than six months. I almost asked my parents whether we should lower the price when the sale finally went through. Not to mention, the buyer paid all in cash.”

“Yeah, well, he has money...”

“Abel, why are you acting so strange?” Scotty asked pointedly, seeing Abel sweat.

“Uh...so the guy who bought Kenneth’s house...sort of remodeled it... But don’t worry! It still looks the same!”

“Huh?”

“The thing is, your house didn’t have a bathtub, right, Kenneth?”

“Correct. A river runs right next to the house, so we all used to bathe there. Although during the winter months, we set up large barrels in the yard and poured hot water inside...” he answered, thinking back to his days in his old house.

“Well, the guy who bought it can’t live without a bathtub.

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