Chapter 1149
Cockatrices were good for plants
“As they eat the bugs that are harmful, the plants grow to be healthy. And you saw the effects of that, Mr. Peter.”
“So that is why the plants and flowers appeared to be exceptionally beautiful…”
In other words, with cockatrices around, you could grow plants without using chemicals.
Well, perhaps there were some plants where it would be necessary. Regardless, it was clear that this was a very advantageous method.
“I understand now. What an interesting idea… I have never heard of it before during my long life with plants…”
We had only found out about it ourselves because Rahle had suddenly brought them here.
Normally, they would escape when humans got close. Also, they were dangerous monsters, so it was no surprise that he did not know.
“Well, most people wouldn’t think of using monsters in that way. It is difficult for people to take care of plants. But at this mansion, the cockatrices manage everything.”
Of course, the servants did help with watering and adding fertilizer too.“It is said that forests with cockatrices have good trees and plants… I think I understand why now.”
He nodded while looking at the cockatrices.
Cokka and Trice spread out their wings happily, which hit me in the face.
“Besides, there are bugs that humans can’t remove by hand. Well, because you can’t even see them.”
Some were very small and easy to miss. But the cockatrices would eat them easily.
“I see, I see… Cokka and Trice, huh? And you are taking them to Range village?”
“Ah…”
“Pii-pii.”
“Pii?”
I realized that I had not considered it before.
They were attached to Rahle, and were important in maintaining the gardens here.
Tilura and Rahle were staying here, so it was probably best for them to stay as well.
“Ah, perfect timing. Ms. Lyra.”
“Yes, what is it, Mr. Takumi?”
“Uh, it’s about the cockatrices…”
Ms. Lyra was passing by while picking up plates, so I stopped her to ask something.
I wanted to know if Claire or Tilura had discussed the matter with the cockatrices. Apparently, they had.
It was decided that they would stay in the mansion so that Rahle could continue to look after them.
Besides, Tilura would be lonely if they left as well.
“Thank you, Ms. Lyra.”
“Not at all. Please let me know if you need anything else.”
She said and returned to waiting on the other guests.
“…You are not bringing them, in spite of them being so effective?”
“Well, they were not originally brought here to work. In any case, as I make plants with Weed Cultivation, I never really put much thought into such things… But suppose I should consider…”
“Mr. Takumi?”
“Have you seen the small herb garden?”
“Ah, yes. I have never seen such variety in a small space before.”
“We started that to see how much they would increase…”
When they multiplied, the power of Weed Cultivation became weaker… In other words, they grew more slowly.
Eventually, they would become like normal herbs. Obviously, they would attract bugs and also wither if the soil was not right.
Regardless, as long as there was a limit to how much I could make with Weed Cultivation, I would have to increase the size of the fields. So there was much to consider…