First DP Transport

As a result of Rokuko's guidance, Soto learned to transfer DP.

I immediately decided to have Soto deliver 1000 DP to Narikin's group. I'd already informed them of the plan and they were waiting in their room at the inn.

Fortunately, we could monitor Narikin's situation from [Cave of Desires] using the monitor function so we could observe everything perfectly.

"I wonder if Soto can do it properly?"

"Well, I think it'll be fine."

Rokuko and I, as well as Soto's master, Niku, watched over the errand.

"Goshujin-sama, it seems Soto has successfully reached the Narikin's group."

"… Being able to travel that distance without any time lag, Soto truly has a cheat-like ability."

Just by sending monsters that have learned [Storage] to various places around the world, I could establish a network through Soto. That was dangerous. Obviously dangerous.

An unparalleled method for transportation and movement would be created, one without even the need for laying railway tracks.

… While I think we should eventually make use of it, there wasn't much point in rushing to create it as [Cave of Desires] would be done for if it faced a crisis. For now, let's watch over Soto's errand.

[Yay~, Papa, Mama, Niku Onee-chan. Are you watching? I'm going to transfer DP now.]

Soto faced Narikin's group with a peace sign and a smile, then tightly held Rokufa's hand with both of hers, firmly holding and rubbing it… was the rubbing necessary? Oh, inducing sweat to increase contact maybe? Surprisingly, there was a proper reason for it, huh.

… Anyway, Rokufa seemed ticklish and fidgeted, but it looked like the DP transfer went smoothly.

"I did it!"

"Yes, I received it properly. Thank you, Soto-sama."

"Then I'll be going back for today."

And then Soto returned again through the wealthy group's [Storage]. The movement took only an instant. Soto popped out of my [Storage].

"I'm back! How did I do, everyone?"

"Perfect. You did a great job."

"As expected of my daughter."

"Hehe!"

Rokuko and I patted Soto's head, and Soto proudly puffed out their chest.

"Please praise me too, Niku Onee-chan!"

"You did very well."

"Can I fluff your tail then?"

Niku glanced at me to check if it was okay to grant permission. Well, I don't mind.

"Go ahead."

"Yay! I'm so glad I chose you as my master, Onee-chan!"

As soon as Niku gave permission, Soto buried her face in Niku's tail and fluffed and sniffed it. Even though she was my daughter, her behavior felt somewhat perverse. Should I educate her to have more self-control…?

Oh, before that, let me give instructions to Narikin.

"Narikin, use the DP I just had sent to you to summon spiders and other insects, and have them gather information around town… Releasing them all at once would be too suspicious, so just release one at a time while taking a stroll through town tomorrow."

"Understood."

Alright, that's good.

By the way, being able to use [Communication] for monsters that are far away from [Cave of Desires] like ones in another country… I should have noticed the use sooner. I turned off the monitor.

At that moment, Rokuko looked at the menu and frowned.

"Ah, Kehma. The monitor and communication just now used up 300 DP."

"What?"

… It seems that the communication cost increased because the distance was too far and our DP was rapidly decreasing.

Since it was the net amount after combining it with the regular DP production we get from the village, it meant we actually consumed more than 300 DP.

… I wonder if it also decreased during [Possession]? If so, it might be better to leave the investigation of the Holy Kingdom to Narikin and minimize communication.

"Check it for me while I possess Tran real quick."

"Alright. I'll keep an eye on it."

After some investigation, it seemed that during [Possession], a small amount of DP was consumed only at the beginning and end.

… Hmm, so in other words exchanging audio and video over long distances consumed DP. If it was continuous, the consumption would be non-stop.

But for [Possession], it seemed like the consumption was limited to the exchange of spiritual elements.

As it turned out, [Possession] was the optimal method.

By the way, the original suggestion of [Why not use Possession?] came from Toy… Maybe it was guided by Leona?

"I see! Niku Onee-chan, [Possession] is recommended when you go on long trips too!"

"Indeed… Soto-sama, let's try summoning a Kobold next time."

"Kobold! It sounds like Onee-chan, which is nice!"

Speaking of which, now that Niku had become a Master, she could possess monsters too.

… Hmm? So, does that mean we could now fully utilize Niku's combat skills…?

"Niku could possess mass-produced monsters and go on an all-out attack…?"

Wasn't that a low-key but incredibly powerful enhancement? We could even supplement her lack of physical strength with Golem Assist if necessary.

Niku was stronger when she actually dives into the enemy and fights, unlike me who operates monsters through a controller. If she could fight without dying herself and continue fighting with replacement monsters even if the [Possessed] monster died… yeah.

"… Kehma, should we set up a Kobold spawn in Soto's dungeon for now?"

"That sounds good. Rokuko, please share some DP with Soto."

"Okay!"

Unlimited monster spawn, and they can appear anywhere through the use of [Storage].

Hmm, this is an insanely powerful ability.