Twilight Alchemist 42

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42. Talking About How Maids Make Your Heart Race A Little, Isn't It?

"Oh, I see, this is the way!" 

I delved into Jabil-sensei's notes on artificial magical constructs, crafted numerous prototypes, continued studying to imbue new knowledge into the sigils, and consulted with Jabil-sensei. And finally, I came up with a solution.

"Initially, Jabil-sensei attempted to apply Homunculus technology and failed. Through trial and error, she combined techniques from Golems and Gargoyles to complete the Wooden Automaton. However, its intelligence and durability were still lacking."

Of course, Jabil-sensei wasn't at fault. 

In fact, being able to imbue a certain level of intelligence using that technology showcased his expertise.

Indeed, delving into the notes significantly expanded my knowledge from my sigil.

Studying various materials from the dragon granted by the frontier Viscount, I finally conceived the ultimate artificial magical creature I desired.

After many trials and errors, there the ultimate artificial maid stood before me.

"I actually made it."

"Yeah, thanks for creating the body."

"Well, that's all good, but..."

The technology I focused on was a type of artificial magical creature, a Dragon Tooth Warrior.

Made from dragon teeth, these soldiers were incredibly powerful magical beings.

They often guarded treasures deep in dungeons from the ancient magic era. 

In other words, they boasted boss-level strength within dungeons.

Taking the Dragon Tooth Warrior as a base, I combined techniques from golems, gargoyles, and even Jabil-sensei's Homunculus technology.

But that wasn't enough. For smooth cognition, I even incorporated familiar techniques.

The materials weren't cheap.

The base was made from dragon teeth, reinforced with dragon bones. Muscles and skin were crafted using Homunculus techniques with dragon meat and rare herbs. 

Finally, I commissioned Raidock to embed a powerful magical stone from a formidable magical creature as the core of its intelligence, creating a truly unique and top-tier artificial being.

Despite getting insider prices, half of my savings went into this... sigh...

The rough framework and flesh were done through alchemy. While the final skinning and design were handled by Leafan.

Creating a female body was embarrassing, to be honest.

Why a female form? I wanted a maid to assist me, and it seemed related to the fact that the dragon was female.

No matter how hard I tried, it always ended up with a female body.

Leafan complained about why I emphasized the chest area of the maid doll so much, but it was necessary for the overall body's balance.

And no, it's not just for show!

After some twists and turns, with the basic muscles in place, Leafan skillfully skinned it (or so I hope).

I bought a maid outfit and asked Leafan to dress her. The dry look she gave me was a memory I'd rather forget.

"Alright, time to activate."

"Yeah."

Flowing magic through the magic circle and imbuing it with mana, the maid doll's eyes slowly opened.

They were beautiful emerald green eyes that shone brightly.

"...Good morning, Master."

"W-Wow! You can talk right from the start?"

"That's all thanks to Jabil-sensei's help. I consulted with her several times."

Fortunately, Jabil-sensei had moved to the old settlement village, making it relatively easy to meet her.

I remembered that time.

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"Long time no see, Sensei!"

"Hmm, Craft, huh? How did you find this place?"

"I heard from the traveling merchants that Jabil-sensei had moved here. Oh, and this is a housewarming gift."

I presented a package containing valuable materials bought by the commercial guild from the adventurer guild. 

The area around Golden Dawn was still dangerous, with many monsters, especially Cyclops-class monsters.

It's understandable. Since this place had been abandoned by every nation until now.

However, for the adventurers of Golden Dawn, it was a good earning opportunity.

Due to this relationship, valuable items were sold and bought at reasonable prices in the settlement areas.

"I appreciate it, but what about the monster you rode here!?"

"Creature?"

I followed Jabil-sensei's gaze. There was no monster here, but the horse I had been raising in the village since moving here.

Due to frequent travels lately, I bought it when I moved to the new settlement.

"Could it be Black Dragon?"

"A dragon!?"

"Oh no, it's just a regular farm horse named that way."

"A farm horse!?"

Why was Jabil-sensei so surprised?

"It's cute and all black, right?"

"No, no, no! It's too muscular!"

"...Come to think of it, it has grown quite a bit..."

Indeed, it seemed to have grown stronger over time.

However, with all the farm work and construction activities, I saw it every day, so I didn't notice the changes much.

"You can't ride a horse this muscular, even if you're a General!"

"Indeed, the Black Dragon gets stamina potions directly, but town horses are usually like this, right?"

Horses were supposed to be a bit more docile, weren't they? Or was it just my imagination?

"Your horse could probably crush goblins with ease!"

"Oh? Orcs would be a breeze."

"Whaaaat!?"

Jabil-sensei squatted down, holding his head in disbelief.

The horses that had been here since Golden Dawn was a village could each handle battles like that. 

If they were warhorses. Wait, weren't they plow horses...?

"Warhorses aren't usually this monstrous!"

"...Sorry, now that you mention it..."

"No matter! Would you like a better horse?"

"I'm a bit scared now."

Jabil-sensei swung her arms around.

"A general-sized horse isn't easy to ride!"

"Indeed, Black Dragon gets stamina potions, but it's just a regular horse."

"Isn't it terrifying?"

Jabil-sensei was quite perplexed.

"I'm sorry, it just looks like a child, you know?"

I treated it like the orphans in the village.

"You fool!"

"I apologize!"

Jabil-sensei scolded me with reddened ears.

After much reflection, she continued.

"Anyway, since you've come just to greet me?"

"No, I have something I'd like your advice on..."

Late into the night, I explained my scattered ideas, and he managed to organize them practically.

This knowledge from that night significantly increased the whispers from the sigils.

I visited him several times besides that night, continuously searching for solutions. 

Thanks to Black Dragon, the trips were much easier.

That's how I came up with the idea of applying the Dragon Tooth Warrior's technology.

"Hmm, applying the Dragon Tooth Warrior's technology is a good idea, but if these are mass-produced, it could be a problem..."

"Huh? Did you say something?"

"W-Well!? Anyway, if it's not for warfare..."

"Huh?"

"Well then, why not make it a familiar! Make just one!"

"Ah, one is enough. A familiar?"

My sigil was Twilight Alchemy. But they covered more magical aspects than the average magician.

"Yes, if it's a familiar, not only will it have your basic knowledge from the start, but its movements will also be smoother."

I see!

That was an oversight!

I didn't have any familiars right now, anyway.

"That alone makes me uneasy."

"Huh?"

"Well, if you're worried, here, take this! A magical stone imbued with maid techniques!"

"Is it okay!?"

"It's special! With this, she'll be a perfect maid!"

"Thank you so much!"

Jabil-sensei is truly amazing! I inadvertently hugged her.

"Hey! Don't just hug people!"

"Oh, sorry."

She scolded me with her face all red.

Deeply repenting, I continued.

"Anyway, I promise to give you credit for all the research achievements!"

"All of them!?"

"Ugh... Well, okay, if that's what you want..."

"Thank you very much!"

"Ugh... Don't hug me!"

"Sorry!"

Thus, Jabil-sensei promised to present our joint research as a paper.

Despite being very busy, she was such a grateful person!

It's a shame for Zaid, but I refrain from recruiting her; it might lead to armed conflict.

"When it's done, I'll show you!"

"Well, I'd rather have made it myself, but I lack the materials and time."

"I understand! You're very busy, Sensei! I'll do my best to report good results as your disciple!"

"Very well, I trust you."

"Yes!"

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Through such twists and turns, the one-of-a-kind artificial magical maid was completed.

"So, have you thought of a name?"

"Hmm... Since you're made from dragon bones, how about Ryuuko?"

"Wow."

"I approve of the name, Master."

Thus, I acquired the maid Ryuuko.