I had already agreed for the elves to stay here. Hence, I started searching the internet while waiting for them to eat on how to make a simple house. For the nail problem, I accidentally found beside my house an iron mine so I didn't have any trouble about the nail problem.
"Uncle...."
While I was thinking, Rika called me from behind. I turned around and saw her face. Hm, does she want something?
Rika has a habit of putting her two index tips together if she wants something.
"What's wrong Rika?"
"It's...."
I was confused about what Rika wanted to say. Did she miss her parents? I immediately thought too much about Rika's problem.
"Is there anything Rika wants? If you can afford it, you will do your best to fulfill Rika's wish."
I said that so that Rika wouldn't be sad and say what she wanted. However, if it's about meeting her parents, I probably won't be able to fulfill it.
"Really?!"
Rika said that with a smile.
"Of course, what does Rika want?"
"I want to play with the children outside, is that okay, uncle?"
When I heard that, I immediately sighed.
Fortunately, it wasn't a difficult request. Maybe Rika thinks I hate them. Actually, I have no prejudice against them, it's just that I don't like the way they point their guns at me-
Wait a minute....
Why don't I feel threatened but angry instead? I should be scared of those who carry sharp weapons but why am I as calm as before?
Even if I think about it, I won't get the answer. Let's think about that later. Right now the most important thing is Rika's wish.
"Of course, Rika. However, Rika must take Blacky along, do you understand?"
I said that to Rika. At least I knew that Blacky was quite strong from the expressions of the elves earlier. I could also use this to judge their behavior. Why would I let her play with a stranger?
Hey, listen to my advice. If you forbid your child from socializing, your child will become isolated or even shut down. This won't be good for the child's development. Moreover, I have Blacky by my side so I can rest easy.
"Un, thank you uncle. Rika loves you!"
Saying that, Rika immediately hugged me and kissed my cheek. I laughed at her cute behavior. I should have gotten married long ago and had children.
"Then what does Rika want to play with the children?"
I asked that and Rika became confused.
"Eh?"
It seems that she doesn't know what to play either. Normally, the children in the housing complex would love to gather and play at the playground but I don't have a playground here so playing other games would be more effective.
(Ah, right. My and Amelia's toy warehouse!!)
I remember I still have my toys along with Amelia's in the warehouse. Let's see what I can get.
"Does Rika want to see uncle and mom's toys?"
Rika who listened to my offer nodded vigorously. She looked excited and asked me to take the toys immediately.
"Come on uncle. Rika wants to see mom and uncle's toys."
Rika and I then headed to the warehouse. I took my and Amelia's toy box and put it down and let Rika choose.
Finally, she chose some of Amelia's stuffed toys and some of my toy robots.
"Thanks, uncle!!!"
Rika thanked me with a charming smile. I knew beforehand that Rika was very appreciative of people. I'm sure it wasn't easy for Amelia and Rudy to educate her this far.
Rika then went out with me. First, find Arwen's grandfather first to say this.
I saw that they had all just finished eating and seemed to be resting. Arwen's grandfather who saw me headed straight for me.
"My lord!!! Thank you for your great help. Our people are no longer starving. They now have the stamina to work again. We are ready to work now."
Arwen's grandfather said that with excitement. I also watched Arwen's grandfather and realized that he had become very different from his previous self. He seemed to have boundless energy at the moment.
"Uhum... There's no need to rush. After all, I'm preparing the design for your house so be patient for a while. Then, there's something I want to ask of you."
I said that to Arwen's grandfather.
"O-oh, what is it, my lord?"
"My niece wants to play with the other children. Can you ask them to gather? Of course I won't force those who don't want to. Also, I'd like someone to keep an eye on them so they don't play too far away. There is a vacant lot that I have cleared to the southwest. They can play there."
Arwen, who heard that, immediately agreed without any refutation.
"Very well, my lord. I will gather the children. I will also prepare the guards. Wait a moment."
Arwen's grandfather said that and immediately shouted.
"FLORA, COME HERE!!!"
Ooohhh, it turns out that Arwen's grandfather has a pretty loud voice. Not long after, a girl appeared from the group of elves. She had a proposal and charming face. Her long blonde hair that was carried by the wind added to her elegance. She was about 160 cm tall and balanced in weight.
"Salute to the chief, salute to Lord Rio"
Eh? Since when did I get the title "Lord"? Is it because of Arwen's grandfather? Well let's ignore that, lord sounds quite comfortable to my ears, muehehehe.
"Can you accompany the children to play? Miss Rika wants to play with the children. Please accompany and take care of them while playing."
The face of the girl named Flora looked quite shocked but she obediently obeyed the order.
"Ah, your name is Flora right? Don't make this a burden for you. I'm very grateful for your help. In return, I'll give you the sweets I've prepared for the children as well"
Flora, who heard that she would be given food, became excited. I could see it in the look in her eyes. Were they really that hungry?
Flora then gathered the children and brought them to all the side yards of my house that I had cleaned up.
"Everyone, thank you for gathering here. I'm Rio, Rika's uncle. Rika wants to play with you guys. Do you mind?"
I said that to all the children. As Rika's guardian, of course I had to be the one to speak first.
The children who saw that were a little confused but someone's voice brought them all to their senses.
"Can I play with Rika even though I'm an elf? Is this okay?"
It was a little girl named Rose who asked. There seemed to be a problem of racism in this world.
"Of course, don't mind your race. Rika also thinks so right?"
I said that and immediately looked at Rika. I blinked my eyes and gently pushed her forward. Rika seemed to understand what I meant and came forward.
"Hello, Rose. Rika thought so too. Rika has brought a lot of toys. Let's play together!"
The children who heard there were toys immediately came forward. This was a normal scene even in this world.
"Rika, your toys are very beautiful. My name is Lydia. Is it true that we can play with this?"
Another girl named Lydia asked that.
"Of course...."
Rika said so with a smile.
Then, a boy named Ash asked.
"Rika, is the wolf your pet? Can we play with it?"
I was surprised by the boy's request. Hadn't they just been attacked by a wolf pack? Didn't he develop any trauma on him?
"Un, his name is Blacky. Blacky is very nice. Don't worry, Blacky can play with us too"
The boys became excited. Well, basically boys and girls are different genders so their likes are also different.
"Flora, Mali, Gil, I'm leaving the kids to you all"
I told them that and they knelt down like people taking orders. I'm still not used to this.