E7 - Starting the Business, with the Slimes Source: Crunchyroll Translator: Editor: Timer: QC: (Please feel free to edit the speaker names if incomplete or inaccurate. Names are handled on a best-effort basis depending on the info on the source file. Dialogue is left as is.) [00:01] ---     Separate from us?! But why?! [00:07] ---     If I continue to rely on you for everything, [00:10] ---     I'm afraid I'll become a terrible person. [00:12] ---     That's... [00:13] ---     You let me go along with you on the trip. [00:15] ---     The baptism... [00:16] ---     Registering at the guild... [00:18] ---     I was able to become a proper     adventurer thanks to you. [00:22] ---     And... [00:25] ---     But... [00:26] ---     I feel I am getting spoiled. [00:30] ---     That's why I'd like to take a step back. [00:40] ---     What are you doing? [00:43] ---     Shh! [02:15] ---     "Episode 7"     "Starting the Business, with the Slimes" [02:20] ---     You're not going to leave us forever, are you? [02:25] ---     Huh? Of course not!     I love you all so very much... [02:31] ---     I just want to retrain myself, and once I'm     comfortable with myself, then... [02:35] ---     Yes, we will welcome you back with open arms. [02:38] ---     Mother?! Aren't you going to     stop him from leaving?! [02:41] ---     Just like you are going to     the school in the royal capital, [02:44] ---     Ryoma wants a chance to grow. [02:47] ---     To be honest... I don't think that's necessary. [02:52] ---     I mean... [02:53] ---     Ryoma, you're only 11 years old.     You deserve to be spoiled more. [02:57] ---     Come on, Elise. We discussed this already. [03:01] ---     I know. [03:03] ---     You discussed this? [03:04] ---     What do you mean? [03:06] ---     We anticipated that you would one day     tell us you'd want to live by yourself. [03:11] ---     Huh?! [03:12] ---     We've seen many children like you. [03:16] ---     Immediately after arriving     in this unfamiliar city, [03:19] ---     you registered yourself in the guilds,     found jobs, and worked diligently, [03:25] ---     as if doing so is completely natural. [03:28] ---     That is why we expected you would     bring up this subject at some point. [03:33] ---     I see... I didn't know at all... [03:37] ---     That said, it came up     much sooner than we expected. [03:41] ---     We won't stop you. But make sure     you don't push yourself too hard. [03:47] ---     Sometimes, excess effort can     lead to waste, not results. [03:50] ---     Yes... [03:52] ---     Good. So, you may leave us,     but we'd like to set a few conditions. [03:59] ---     First, please update us     on a regular basis with a letter! [04:03] ---     Right. [04:04] ---     Come visit us to show that     you're doing well, occasionally! [04:07] ---     Right. [04:08] ---     And finally! If anything comes up,     don't hesitate to ask us for help! [04:13] ---     This is important! [04:15] ---     I understand. [04:16] ---     Mr. Ryoma. [04:21] ---     I am truly sad to let you go,     but if that is your decision, I respect that. [04:27] ---     But! [04:28] ---     I must insist on one additional condition! [04:33] ---     We will meet again three years from now,     and six years from now! [04:37] ---     Huh...? [04:38] ---     I will graduate from school in six years. [04:42] ---     However, after the first three years,     students take a long vacation. [04:46] ---     We shall meet then! [04:49] ---     I will concentrate on my studies     and my training in magic! [04:54] ---     I understand. I'll try to grow on my own     as well during that time. [04:59] ---     Do you understand? [05:01] ---     If you forget because you got too excited     about something, I will be very angry! [05:05] ---     I... I'll do my best to remember. [05:08] ---     Come on! Just say you definitely won't forget! [05:14] ---     Oh, and there's one more thing. [05:17] ---     Huh? More? [05:19] ---     While we're in town, you will stay in this inn. [05:23] ---     What? But... That's... [05:25] ---     This has already been decided. [05:27] ---     But... then I'm still relying on you and... [05:30] ---     No you won't be. [05:32] ---     No, you won't. [05:34] ---     Nah. [05:36] ---     No. [05:37] ---     But... [05:41] ---     Do you understand? [05:42] ---     But... [05:43] ---     You do understand. Yes you do! [05:46] ---     I... Thank you. [05:49] ---     Yes! Good! [05:51] ---     I'm so pleased. [05:54] ---     So how long are you staying in town? [05:58] ---     Didn't we say? [06:00] ---     Until the time of the grell frog outbreak. [06:03] ---     Grell frogs? That's... [06:06] ---     ...the monster whose hide     is used for armor, right? [06:10] ---     In addition to that, their organs     can be used to make medicine. [06:14] ---     I see. [06:15] ---     Every year, there is a massive outbreak     of them at a nearby lake. [06:19] ---     So you want to use them for combat training? [06:22] ---     No, actually, the real targets are     the limour birds that arrive at the same time. [06:31] ---     Limour birds...? [06:33] ---     This one. [06:35] ---     The feathers are very pretty. [06:37] ---     Their songs are also very beautiful. [06:40] ---     They're highly sought after     since they can fly very fast. [06:43] ---     But capturing them is difficult,     so not many tamers can tame them. [06:47] ---     They're quite rare. [06:51] ---     But during this specific period,     they almost cover the whole lake. [06:55] ---     What would that look like...? [06:58] ---     Ryoma, you should see for yourself,     it's a good opportunity. [07:01] ---     Yes, you should come with us. [07:04] ---     Yes, I would love to accompany you. [07:07] ---     Of course! We have to go, for sure! [07:11] ---     Y-Yes, my lady. [07:13] ---     So, Ryoma, what exactly do you mean     by living on your own? [07:18] ---     Well, first off, I'd like to live     as an adventurer in this town. [07:22] ---     I will establish relationships     with people and train myself. [07:26] ---     I'd also like to start a business. [07:29] ---     A business? [07:30] ---     Yes. [07:31] ---     I was thinking of starting a laundry service. [07:33] ---     Using the cleaner slimes, if I advertise     that I can clean goblin grime, [07:39] ---     I think I can make enough money     to pay for necessities. [07:42] ---     You will make money. [07:43] ---     Huh?! [07:44] ---     What is this, eavesdropping? [07:46] ---     No, we didn't intend to, but Camil here... [07:50] ---     Hey, don't put this on me! [07:53] ---     Mr. Ryoma's laundry service will be successful. [07:56] ---     R-Really? [07:58] ---     Many adventurers throw away their gear     because the grime or smell won't come off. [08:06] ---     If you can clean it off... [08:08] ---     You will make money, I'm sure of it. [08:11] ---     I agree. [08:13] ---     I see... [08:14] ---     You should discuss this with Serge     at the Morgan Trading Company. [08:19] ---     He will surely be able to help. [08:21] ---     Yes. [08:22] ---     Oh, by the way, if you're going to     stay in this town, can you do a job for us? [08:27] ---     What is it? [08:28] ---     Just when you have time between your     Adventurer's Guild jobs and your business, [08:32] ---     can you manage the abandoned mines? [08:35] ---     We just need you to periodically take a look     to make sure no monsters settle there. [08:39] ---     Yes, that won't be any trouble at all. [08:42] ---     Even as I'm going independent,     I'm still getting help from them... But... [08:49] ---     Everyone, thank you so very much! [08:52] ---     Having someone care for me so much     is definitely a good thing. [09:00] ---     The next day, the lady and I     went to Morgan Trading Company [09:03] ---     to discuss things with Mr. Serge. [09:09] ---     Wonderful! [09:10] ---     Goblin grime, so wonderfully cleaned! [09:16] ---     Cleaner slime... Who would have     thought such a slime existed... [09:22] ---     Mr. Ryoma, your ideas are wonderful as always. [09:25] ---     It's really not... [09:27] ---     No need to be modest. [09:29] ---     The idea is truly impressive. [09:32] ---     Yes! I can see the massive success     in my mind already! [09:38] ---     Mr. Serge? [09:40] ---     Mr. Ryoma, I would suggest that     you register with the Merchant's Guild. [09:44] ---     The Merchant's Guild? [09:45] ---     Yes. The Merchant's Guild won't go after     businesses that barely make ends meet, [09:50] ---     but there is a possibility that Mr. Ryoma's     laundry service will generate [09:53] ---     much larger sums of money than that. [09:56] ---     Huh... Do you really think     it'd make that much money? [09:59] ---     Huge success guaranteed! [10:01] ---     I would suggest that you register now     so that they don't cause trouble for you later. [10:08] ---     If you like, we can go register now. [10:11] ---     Yes, if it's not too much trouble for you. [10:14] ---     There is no trouble at all! [10:19] ---     Mr. Ryoma, your laundry service     idea is truly wonderful! [10:21] ---     It has the potential to make huge revenues! [10:26] ---     I, Serge Morgan, would like to     assist you in any way I can. [10:33] ---     Wow, he's starting to get dramatic now... [10:38] ---     Um, yes, thank you. I feel reassured... [10:43] ---     We must make money, too! [10:44] ---     How about debuting as a maid idol? [10:46] ---     Big money! [10:49] ---     What?! [10:51] ---     What? [10:56] ---     My name is Ryoma Takebayashi. I'd like to     register with the Merchant's Guild today. [11:02] ---     I am honored to receive     your guidance and encouragement. [11:07] ---     I'm Glissela, master of this guild. [11:14] ---     So, you're going to do a laundry service, eh? [11:17] ---     Yes. [11:18] ---     And you expect to make so much money [11:21] ---     that you'd get in trouble later     for not registering? [11:24] ---     Yes, about that... [11:30] ---     Ryoma, I like the way you think! [11:33] ---     A new unknown breed of slime? [11:37] ---     This is good! Yes, it is! [11:42] ---     She seems to like it. [11:44] ---     Yes, I'm glad. [11:46] ---     In that case, let's get you registered already. [11:51] ---     Also, I'd like to determine     where to put the store... [11:54] ---     You're really working this old hag hard, Serge. [11:58] ---     Hold your horses. [12:04] ---     Yeah, this is the one. [12:06] ---     Go here and take a look. [12:08] ---     It's got a few issues, but I'll make it cheap. [12:16] ---     It's quite large. [12:19] ---     There was a bar, an inn,     and a warehouse here, but there was a fire, [12:24] ---     and it's been abandoned since then. [12:27] ---     The area is residential,     and it's close to the Adventurer's Guild. [12:31] ---     It's also not far from the industrial area... [12:35] ---     This really is a great spot. [12:37] ---     What do you think, Mr. Ryoma? [12:39] ---     Well, the location is good. [12:42] ---     So if I can clean it up, then build a shop... [12:47] ---     Yes, this will work. [12:49] ---     I've made my decision. I will buy this place. [12:52] ---     Understood. I will handle the paperwork. [12:56] ---     Are you sure? [12:57] ---     Yes. I will be charging a commission, of course. [13:03] ---     Also, I'd like to loan you some of my employees. [13:08] ---     They are professional managers. You can     leave the management duties up to them. [13:14] ---     But... [13:15] ---     Mr. Ryoma, it is quite normal to delegate     day to day management duties. [13:20] ---     I guess with restaurant franchises,     the manager is a hired employee, not the owner. [13:25] ---     Hmm? [13:26] ---     What is that? [13:27] ---     Oh, never mind! [13:29] ---     Also, if I may speak honestly... [13:33] ---     Mr. Ryoma, in your current state,     you are not suited for management. [13:37] ---     Huh? [13:38] ---     Your emotions are visible     through your facial expressions. [13:41] ---     I-Is it really so clear? [13:45] ---     Given your age, I suppose you     hide it better than your peers. [13:50] ---     But it won't work against     crafty seasoned merchants. [13:53] ---     I see... [13:55] ---     I was kind of proud of     my poker face in my previous life... [14:00] ---     I understand. I will borrow your employees. [14:03] ---     Also, I will buy all the supplies     I need from you. [14:09] ---     Thank you! [14:11] ---     I feel there is much success     ahead of us in this venture. [14:14] ---     Yes! [14:16] ---     And thus, things went along very smoothly. [14:19] ---     The laundry business was on track to     open sooner than I thought possible. [14:25] ---     First I had the scavenger slimes     eat the overgrown weeds... [14:29] ---     ...and I let the acid slimes     melt away the abandoned building. [14:33] ---     The shop will be two stories high,     and have one basement level below. [14:39] ---     I also plan to build a dormitory     for the employees to live in. [14:44] ---     Create Block. [14:51] ---     Pavement! [14:57] ---     Okay, the foundations are done. [15:12] ---     I'm sorry to make you help me... [15:16] ---     Don't mention it. I hope you're not thinking,     "Oh, I'm relying on them again"! [15:22] ---     Err... [15:24] ---     There's nothing weird about helping a friend. [15:29] ---     A friend... [15:30] ---     That's right, Ryoma.     It's not overreliance or dependence. [15:35] ---     People help each other. That's all. [15:39] ---     Thank you! [15:41] ---     I said there's no need for that stuff. [15:44] ---     Oh... [15:45] ---     Come on, man. [15:48] ---     Cilia, hand me the apron. [15:49] ---     Here. [15:50] ---     What, there's only white paint? [15:53] ---     White walls fur a laundry service, a great fit! [15:57] ---     Yes. I wanted the building itself     to have a clean look. [16:01] ---     Yes, yes. The laundry will be     as clean as these walls! [16:05] ---     Ryoma, I heard you got promoted     to rank E for that monster hunt job. [16:10] ---     Yes, and it's all thanks to you. [16:12] ---     Ryo-mya did so much     for the team, it's only natural! [16:16] ---     But really, a laundry service,     what a great idea! [16:20] ---     It's actually all thanks to you, Ms. Miya. [16:22] ---     Mreow? [16:24] ---     I'd want to get my laundry done     right away, if I could. [16:27] ---     I have so much piled up. [16:29] ---     You, too, right, Leipin? [16:31] ---     Yes. [16:32] ---     Anyone who knows about Ryoma's slimes'     abilities would come right away. [16:37] ---     This business is guaranteed to succeed! [16:41] ---     I do hope so. [16:42] ---     Don't you worry, we all will be here     all the time for your service! [16:48] ---     Thank you. [16:49] ---     But seriously, declining the ducal family's help     to become independent? [16:54] ---     That was quite a decision. [16:56] ---     What a waste. It's not something     you see every day. [17:00] ---     But I respect your way of thinking.     I am impressed! [17:05] ---     Um, everyone, perhaps we should     work more and talk less. [17:11] ---     Indeed! SIGN    "Laundry Service" "Bamboo Forest" "Even goblin grime cleaned off for an affordable price" [17:17] ---     "Bamboo Forest Laundry Service"? [17:21] ---     What does that mean? [17:22] ---     It's based on my last name "Takebayashi." [17:26] ---     In the town I grew up in, "take" means bamboo,     and "bayashi" means forest. [17:31] ---     Huh, okay. Not sure what that means,     but it's a good name. [17:36] ---     Mr. Ryoma, don't you think the area     around the shop looks too bland? [17:40] ---     Is it? [17:41] ---     How about planting a lawn and some flowers? [17:45] ---     Flowers... Sounds good! [17:52] ---     I've never planted grass before... [17:59] ---     Mr. Ryoma, aren't you tired?     You've been working nonstop. [18:03] ---     I'm fine. It's nothing compared to     my previous workplace. [18:08] ---     Have you ever felt that your work is too hard? [18:12] ---     It felt tough at times. [18:14] ---     But when I completed a task,     the sense of accomplishment was great. [18:18] ---     When a client complimented my work,     I was really happy. [18:24] ---     By the way, what was your previous workplace? [18:28] ---     Oh, um... [18:30] ---     I can't say "system engineer" or "programmer"... [18:34] ---     Several things. Like carrying things,     or making some simple dolls. [18:40] ---     Dolls? [18:42] ---     Would you like me to make you one someday? [18:44] ---     Really?! I would love it,     if you can find the time! [18:47] ---     Oh, but... [18:49] ---     The ones I worked on were for boys... [18:53] ---     It's inappropriate in many ways. [18:56] ---     Oh, um, uh... [18:59] ---     I'll look forward to it! [19:03] ---     Please don't expect too much... [19:09] ---     A presentation? [19:11] ---     The shop is almost complete,     so before the official opening, [19:15] ---     I wanted to invite everyone     to come and take a look. [19:18] ---     I'll prepare some simple food and drink as well. [19:21] ---     Sort of like a light party. [19:23] ---     Yes, also as a token of     my gratitude for your help. [19:31] ---     Ryoma? [19:32] ---     I'm sorry, I would like to     stop by the church, so... [19:36] ---     All right, I'll walk the lady home. [19:39] ---     See you later, Mr. Ryoma. [19:41] ---     See you. [19:58] ---     Long time no see, Ryoma. [20:00] ---     Or rather, I guess not that long. [20:02] ---     Kufo. [20:04] ---     Hmm? Where are Gain and Lulutia? [20:06] ---     They're not here. [20:08] ---     Oh... Well, they're actually     in your old world... [20:13] ---     On Earth? Are you inviting someone else? [20:16] ---     No, no, not like that. It's just, uh... [20:20] ---     Sightseeing. [20:22] ---     It's so wonderful, I don't know what to do! [20:23] ---     Lulutia is on a sweets tour. [20:27] ---     Gain fell in love with an idol group in Japan... [20:29] ---     Thank you so much for being born in this world! [20:34] ---     What the... [20:35] ---     You know how this world     lacks entertainment, right? [20:39] ---     I actually went to visit rare sites on Earth     just the other day. [20:45] ---     The Amazon... [20:46] ---     The Sahara Desert... [20:48] ---     The deep seas... [20:50] ---     Atlantis... [20:52] ---     Boy, it was fun! [20:54] ---     Did I just hear some weird names? [21:00] ---     What, already? [21:01] ---     Time's up? That was fast. [21:03] ---     I guess it could be because     Gain and Lulutia aren't here. [21:06] ---     Ryoma, you should know, your younger body     is affecting your mind. [21:11] ---     You're experiencing infantile regression. [21:13] ---     Huh? [21:14] ---     Training yourself is good, but don't overdo it. [21:18] ---     Hey, wait... [21:23] ---     My mind is being affected     by my body? Infantile regression? [21:32] ---     Your emotions are visible     through your facial expressions. [21:35] ---     It kind of makes sense. [21:38] ---     I feel more emotions than before, [21:41] ---     and it explains my inability     to pull off a poker face. [21:49] ---     Thanks for your advice, Kufo. I'll be back. [21:54] ---     It's late. [21:56] ---     I should get home quickly.     I don't want to worry the lady. [22:01] ---     And thus, my busy yet rewarding days went on, [22:05] ---     and the laundry business     was on track to open soon.