After purchasing the mountain and setting up a workshop, Wataru found himself spending significantly more time driving. With Christmas approaching, he had begun playing Christmas medley playlists during these trips.
The choice wasn't just seasonal—it was intentional. Wataru wanted to share his world's culture with his companions, offering them glimpses of Japan's traditions. In turn, he knew he needed to better understand their customs, traditions, and taboos. After all, in a world teeming with diverse races and cultures, even an innocent misstep could result in offense—or worse.
Fortunately, he had Marielle, who was always ready to guide him before things escalated.
When they arrived at the mountain, they found Tadano already hard at work. Near the storage shed, he was steadily operating a motorized tiller, cutting through the frozen, unyielding ground with determination.
