Isekai Minecraft

Chapter 21: Redstone Contest!

Inside the grand castle of Savan Kingdom, Kurohito sat at his desk, reviewing documents and contemplating the affairs of the kingdom. The weight of responsibility settled upon him, and he knew that he needed someone trustworthy to assist him in managing the ever-growing demands of the kingdom. His gaze turned to Shio, a capable and dedicated individual who had been by his side since the early days of their journey.

"Shio," Kurohito called out, his voice firm but warm.

"I have an important role for you..."

"I want you to be my assistant, to help me navigate the challenges of ruling this kingdom..."

Shio seemed skeptical and filled with doubts.

"Kurohito-Sama, do you want to push your responsibilities of ruling a Kingdom onto me?.."

Kurohito trying to hides his intentions.

"Absolutely not..."

"why would you even think about that..."

"I doing my best as I can, but having an assistant will ease my pain..."

Kurohito said, while his voice stuttered.

Shio's eyes widened with surprise, but a smile quickly spread across her face.

"Ohh.. really Kurohito-Sama, you are trusting me with this big responsibility..."

"I would be honored, Kurohito-Sama..."

"Together, we will ensure the prosperity and well-being of this kingdom..."

Shio accepted, fooled by Kurohito's words. Kurohito who just thought doing all this by himself was painful so he wanted someone else who could handle all this. And Shio seemed to be the best candidate as she's a lot smarter than any other villagers.

...

As Kurohito continued his work, he was interrupted by the sudden appearance of three Enderclues who teleported into the castle. Their arrival piqued his curiosity, and he gestured for them to approach. He also saw this as an opportunity to skip his work.

"What brings you here?"

Kurohito inquired, his voice filled with genuine curiosity.

The Enderclues exchanged glances before one of them spoke up,

"Apologies for the intrusion, Kurohito-Sama, but we have come to inform you of a dispute that has arisen within the town."

Kurohito leaned forward, attentive to their words.

"Tell me more. What seems to be the issue?.."

"Tell me what it is I'll resolve it..."

The Enderclues took a moment to compose themselves before one of them spoke again.

"It's a rather peculiar situation, Kurohito-Sama..."

"It appears that the townspeople have organized a competition to determine which species possesses the greatest mastery of redstone..."

Kurohito couldn't help but raise an eyebrow, his interest piqued.

"A redstone building competition that sounds like fun..."

"Maybe I'll also go and join them..."

Kurohito's inner thoughts.

"A redstone competition? That's certainly unique. But what's the problem?.."

Kurohito said with curiosity but concern as well...

The Enderclues exchanged glances once more, and then one of them replied.

"Well, Kurohito-Sama, they have appointed you as the judge for this competition..."

"They believe that only you can fairly assess their skills and determine the winner..."

Kurohito got exited. His eyes filled with glimmer he said.

"I see..."

Kurohito said, his voice laced with curiosity.

"Where is this competition taking place? I would like to witness it firsthand."

The Enderclues exchanged nervous glances once again, and one of them replied.

"Kurohito-Sama the competition is taking place in the town...

"Where all the people have gathered around to watch..."

Intrigued by their cryptic response, Kurohito nodded and stood up from his desk.

"Very well. Lead the way..."

But Shio tried to stop Kurohito.

"But wait, Kurohito-Sama if you go now the work you have to do will pile up a lot..."

"Are you sure you still want to go..."

Kurohito confidentially said with a smug face. That he will come to regret.

"I can finish those work later..."

"Now this is more important..."

"Now, let's go to the town..."

...

Kurohito, accompanied by Shio, followed the Enderclues through the bustling streets of the kingdom. As they approached the designated area, the sound of excitement and chatter grew louder. Finally, they arrived at a large gathering where people had formed a circle, their eyes fixed on something in the center.

Kurohito pushed through the crowd, his curiosity growing with every step. As he reached the inner circle, he finally caught sight of what everyone was so captivated by—a group of individuals from different species diligently constructing intricate redstone contraptions.

Kurohito watched in astonishment as representatives from each species showcased their redstone skills, competing to prove their mastery. The vibrant hum of conversation filled the air as spectators cheered and debated over the constructions taking shape before them.

Shio stood by Kurohito's side, a bemused expression on her face.

"They're really going all out for this, aren't they?.."

"I never thought I'd see a competition like this..."

Kurohito chuckled softly, shaking his head.

"Indeed, Shio..."

"It's quite unexpected, but it's fascinating to see how passionate they are about their craft..."

As the crowd noticed Kurohito's presence, whispers of recognition spread. Soon, a hush fell over the onlookers, and their attention shifted towards their newfound king. One of the participants, a skilled villager engineer, stepped forward and addressed Kurohito.

"Kurohito-Sama, we are honored to have you here..."

The villager said, a glimmer of excitement in his eyes.

...

As the competition continued, Kurohito engaged in lively conversations with the participants and the crowd. He learned about their inspirations, techniques, and shared laughs over redstone mishaps and successes. The atmosphere was filled with camaraderie and a genuine passion for the craft.

He listened intently to the participants, exchanging ideas and insights. The conversations flowed effortlessly, as though boundaries between species had dissolved, replaced by a common language of creativity and innovation.

As Kurohito observed the unity and shared enthusiasm surrounding the redstone competition, a thought began to form in his mind. Initially, he had embarked on his journey and quest solely to return to his own world. But in his time spent with the people of Savan Kingdom, his perspective had undergone a transformation.

He realized that his quest was no longer just a means to an end. It had become a journey of building a kingdom that celebrated diversity, acceptance, and the potential for greatness within every individual.

In that moment, amidst the whirl of redstone creations and the lively exchanges, Kurohito found a sense of fulfillment. He discovered the true power of leadership—connecting with people, understanding their aspirations, and fostering an environment where everyone could thrive.

The hours passed swiftly as Kurohito immersed himself in the redstone competition and the vibrant energy of the kingdom. At the end of the day, when the final creation was revealed, he carefully deliberated and declared a deserving winner, eliciting cheers of joy and applause from the gathered crowd.

As dusk settled upon the kingdom, Kurohito addressed the crowd, his voice filled with gratitude and determination.

"Today, we witnessed not only remarkable redstone creations but also the unity that exists within our diverse community..."

"We have shown that when we come together, embracing our differences, we can accomplish great things..."

The crowd erupted in applause, their cheers echoing throughout the kingdom. Kurohito smiled, his heart brimming with pride for the people he had come to care deeply about.

...

As the redstone competition came to a close, Kurohito returned to his castle and saw the pile that had build up of the work that he needed to do.

Shio sighed and nodded while saying.

"Huh... that's what happens when you skip out on work..."