The Man Picked up by the Gods – Volume 3 Chapter 232: The Changing Days (3/3)


What did he say!?

“I mean, they’ll get beaten up later anyway, so the only difference is whether they get beaten up now or later. I’ve already warned them many times. If that’s still not enough to get through that thick skull of theirs, then breaking their nose is the next best medicine.” [Wogan]

“Besides, if they were to quit being adventurers, they’ll just end up being taken away by the guards,” Wogan added in a mutter.

He might have a scary face, but he’s really considerate of others. Unfortunately, as the guild master, he can’t afford to be lenient with them anymore.

Still, despite not listening to him, he’s still nice enough to give them another chance, though.

“…It’s normal to brush away the falling sparks. Just leave them to me.” [Ryouma]

“Thanks. I’ll be sure to treat you next time.” [Wogan]

After that we checked the annual records to figure out which places would take the most time cleaning and which places should be prioritized to maximize the efficiency of the cleaning job.

“Given the annual records of the amount of rainfall and snowfall, it’s probably best that we get this job over with as soon as possible.” [Ryouma]

“Yeah, the rain and snow have really been pouring these past few years. Drains have been clogged due to all the garbage swept away, so there’s more flooding too. It would be best if the inspections could conclude before it really starts pouring. We’ll have to rely on you and your slimes.” [Wogan]

“Just leave it to me. It’s my specialty, and you’ve also been helping me out a lot lately. We’ll be working together the day after tomorrow, right? Please take care of me then.” [Ryouma]

And that concludes our meeting. Now, I’ll just be on my way back, and—

“W-Wait a sec.” [Wogan]

—Or so I thought, but he asked me to wait before I could leave.

Did he forget to say something?

“Do you have a weapon on you? I don’t think you’d lose to them barehanded, but…” [Wogan]

Ah, I see, he’s talking about them possibly jumping me.

We were only supposed to be talking today, so I came in my suit.

I’m sure it must look like(・・・・・・) I’m unarmed to him.

“Don’t worry. I’ll be fine.” [Ryouma]

As I said that, I reached for my belt, and grabbed the buckle, then pulled out the hidden iron slime.

With a swing, the iron slime turned into a sharp katana.

“You hid something like that in your belt?” [Wogan]

“I’ve often played the pig many times back when I was in the forest. A small trick like this is nothing. And I’m sure you’re aware, but just recently, there was a time when I was a little over cautious, and…” [Ryouma]

In India, there’s martial art called Kalaripayattu that uses a traditional steel sword that’s thin and flexible called Urumi.

In China, there’s a thin sword too that they hide in their belts called a waist-band sword.

The pure iron body of the iron slime is soft and normally unsuited for cutlery. But because it’s ‘tenacious’, it can recreate the urumi or the waist-belt sword just fine when extended thin.

Moreover, since it possesses the Harden skill, and I can also clad it in my ki, it functions as a katana just fine.

It’s a really convenient weapon and partner.

“Come to think of it, you were really tense before the people from the duke came. Don’t tell me even that bracelet on your left arm is a weapon? I thought you were just dressing up, but now that I think back to it, it was around that time when you started wearing it, right?” [Wogan]

Sharp, as expected.

The arm bracelet Wogan-san was talking about is actually my Wire Slime. I had it wrapped around my arm as an iron rope, so that I can use it as a kusari-fundo – a weapon used in feudal Japan – anytime. The decorative stone used in the ‘bracelet’ is meant to serve as the weight.

There are other uses for it too. It can serve as an armor when it’s still in its iron-bracelet form, and it can also be used in place of a rope to tie someone up. It’s pretty flexible. Another convenient slime.

“Anything else?” [Wogan]

“Nah, these two are the only ones that can become a weapon. For defense, I have my Stab-Proof Shirt under this suit, and my pants are made of the same material. As for my shoes, they’re safety shoes with hardening liquid sheets and iron plates inserted.” [Ryouma]

We also plan to mass produce some of these for the employees of the security company and to increase the safety of the people from the construction department and the garbage processing plant.

“In other words, despite appearances, you’re actually fully geared?” [Wogan]

“As ashamed as I am to admit it, yes. I was really upset back then, you see… I’m calm now, but since I’ve already prepared these things, I figured I might as well use them. Can’t let our guard down just yet, after all.” [Ryouma]

“I’m not worried about your equipment anymore, but now I’m starting to worry about something else altogether…” [Wogan]

He seemed shock, but he didn’t pursue the topic anymore.

After I left the guild, those guys brazenly tailed me as expected, so I led them to a quiet area, and punished them successfully.

After I told them to make sure that they’re there for the job tomorrow, I had them forcefully treated at the security company before releasing them.

After that nothing else happened, and the day ended…

Five days later, the first snow finally fell in the Town of Gimuru, announcing the true beginning of the winter.


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27 responses to “The Man Picked up by the Gods – Volume 3 Chapter 232: The Changing Days (3/3)”

  1. darkloki Avatar
    darkloki

    Thanks for the chapter, man Ryoma was prepared for war using those kind of clothes I am ashamed

    1. Tim Avatar
      Tim

      Everything he prepared was well thought out and even would work in this world given considerable training in both bringing out the blade and using it in a high stress environment. I prefer more modern weapons personally but within 7ft a blade generally speaking holds the overwhelming advantage.

  2. QainanM Avatar

    Forget that if thugs make trouble with Ryouma, he will turn them into pocket money ASAP.

    Thx for the chapter~

  3. CCaprice Avatar
    CCaprice

    Thanks for the chapter.

  4. capslock128 Avatar
    capslock128

    damn, the action and mind break scene is skipped just like that?

    1. kati Avatar
      kati

      ikr i would have loved to see that…

      1. Herles Avatar
        Herles

        The author is probably just trying to keep up the pace, other then us, getting some stories every once in a while, people will read this as a chapter in a book.

  5. kati Avatar
    kati

    thank you for the chapter 😀

    1. Darkakuahebi Avatar
      Darkakuahebi

      Hmmm… Something tells me we will see a new slime soon… Snowslime? Iceslime? Slurryslime, slushslime, sleetslime, or frostslime? Or perhaps a non-slime creature… Or both.

      Glad this is still being translated… The one good thing still around this year.

  6. Zax Avatar
    Zax

    Such potential as an assassin with those hidden equips now. Thanks for the chapter

  7. Cin Avatar
    Cin

    His hidden equipment makes him look like even more of an assassin.

    Thanks for the chapter!

  8. Belkar Avatar

    Thank you!

  9. Filip Dincă Avatar
    Filip Dincă

    Thanks for the chapter! Awesome translation! God bless you!

  10. Lunatic Isekaijin Avatar
    Lunatic Isekaijin

    He’s 110% a ninja now Lol

    Btw I just finished reading LN version of this up until latest volume and….it was 95% the same as the WN version

    Almost nothing new added other than the extra 2-3 short Pov chapter in every volume which surprised me tbh

    1. Raidanzoup Avatar
      Raidanzoup

      Those extra chapters at the end of each book are a nice addition, but they’re also really bitter, frustrating, and depressing.

    2. Anythingcando Avatar
      Anythingcando

      Well, because this is the reboot version. It can be said that the author’s true WN is only the first version and this reboot is what they call the final test for the plot before he make it into LN.

  11. Raidanzoup Avatar
    Raidanzoup

    Wait, did we also skip them working in the streets? Or are they going to be working while it snows? Or was NONE of it important other than giving us Ryouma’s current state of being? lol.
    Well, at least we’ll get to see what’s next for the town. Show them who’s the real kingpin.

  12. WatchingClosely Avatar
    WatchingClosely

    Thanks for the Chapter, The next chapter is pretty informative as well, can’t wait to see how you translate it. Good luck and Blessed be.

  13. SFcipher Avatar
    SFcipher

    Thanks for the treat. 🖖

  14. Rice Cake Avatar
    Rice Cake

    Thank you for the chapter! Ryouma is armed to the teeth! Plus, all of it is almost undetectable. Combine that with his innocent face and he could probably assassinate anyone.

  15. Re-chan Avatar
    Re-chan

    I love this story. I know Ryouma’s doing a lot of work, but it’s relaxing to read. The OP with slight cluelessness yet smart, really makes me happy. How nice he is too, I’ve become so jaded in life, so it’s nice to think about “how Ryoma” would handle an everyday situation, though honestly I tend to then think “how would Shinichi” (World is still a Fantasy) handle it. ^^;

  16. Mothified Avatar
    Mothified

    Thanks for the chapter. somehow part 3/3 does not show up in the index

  17. World Seeker Avatar
    World Seeker

    I almost missed this chapter because it’s not on the list when I click on the bookmarked page. Did you reach the limit of links you can have on that page or is it something else? Aside from thank thank you for your hard work at translating and posting the chapters, have a Happy New Year!

  18. DaiCho Avatar
    DaiCho

    As amusing as it sounds, I’d would’ve like to see Ryouma’s “punishment” more.

  19. Hiraite Neko Avatar
    Hiraite Neko

    The talent for crimes as what the gods talked about~☆
    Thanks for the chapter~❤

  20. Aristizle Avatar
    Aristizle

    Aw, I thought the wire slime was on his wrist for garrote wire reasons. He does know some assassins for inspiration.

  21. Curium Avatar
    Curium

    I’m disappointed we didn’t see the drain work. Seeing other punks trying to target Ryouma with this group knowing what is coming would be interesting.

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