"Alright. I would like to ask for your permission to have this encyclopedia, which you created with your ability, copied by someone who is trustworthy, discreet, and skilled in drawing. Would it be possible to place these replicated encyclopedias in the Adventurers’ Guild?"

...I see. If this encyclopedia is copied using the paper and ink of this world, it should be fine to show it to others.

"The Adventurers’ Guild already provides information on monsters for free, but this is much more accurate and easier to understand. I would like to have it copied and made available for viewing and purchase at the Guild.

As for the plant encyclopedia, I propose carefully examining the information and only making the necessary details public. Let’s see... We can draft a contract that grants the right to copy the manuscripts and also pledges to return the profits earned from the information to you."

"...Hmm? What do you mean by profits earned from the information?"

Lilia asked Patrice about this. I see, this is something we need to think about as well.

"The information in the monster encyclopedia will likely only be used by adventurers, but the plant encyclopedia seems to have broader applications. It could be valuable to potion-makers and woodworkers, among others.

Additionally, the knowledge derived from Tetsuya’s information might lead to new discoveries or inventions. Any profits from those should also be returned to you."

Now that you mention it, the plant encyclopedia might indeed lead to more discoveries or inventions than the monster encyclopedia.

Still, Patrice is incredible. Not only does she understand the importance of copying these manuscripts and the potential profits, but she also takes the time to explain it all to me. She genuinely seems to have my best interests in mind.

It seems telling both Rizac and Patrice about myself was the right decision after all.

"I see now. As expected of Patrice! I wouldn’t have noticed that kind of thing at all. Gahaha!"

"..."

...Yes, it was definitely the right choice.

"Now, about this map. Hmm, it seems to accurately mark not only towns but even villages. This map here is the one currently used by the Adventurers’ Guild, but when compared, this one is far clearer."

Moving on from the encyclopedia, we began verifying the map. Patrice brought out a map of this world, and the difference in clarity was striking.

There are probably no surveyors here, so it’s not surprising. While I can’t definitively say which map is more accurate, this world’s map looks like a rough sketch connecting towns and cities.

"Does this red mark possibly indicate the direction shown by the compass needle?"

"Yes. You’re spot on, Rizac!"

"I knew it!"

Rizac isn’t unintelligent. It’s just that Patrice is extraordinarily capable.

"...I see. So, this map was originally designed to be used together with the compass. With this map and the compass, one would never get lost while traveling. This is amazing!"

And Patrice, as expected, quickly grasped the utility of the map and compass.

"Regarding this map, it would be better to omit information about villages and smaller settlements when making copies. If it falls into the hands of bandits or other criminals, it could be misused."

"I was thinking the same thing. If necessary, I can always purchase another map. Once the copying is done, it might be best to dispose of this one."

A highly detailed map can be even more dangerous than a weapon if misused. Cities might have some degree of defense, but small villages or settlements wouldn’t stand a chance against a large group of attackers.

"Still, seeing it like this, that forest really is massive."

"Indeed. Even this map doesn’t show the finer details of the forest."

The large forest was marked on the map, but it was just a big green area. Comparing it to the size of the city, the forest was enormous. It’s no wonder people get lost there without a compass.

"...But looking at it another way, it’s surprising that so few people have gotten lost there until now."

"Maybe our efforts haven’t been in vain after all."

"Yes, I’m sure that’s the case."

Things like the cloth markers placed throughout the forest and the rescue teams’ efforts likely played a significant role.

"I’ve asked Lange to check the accuracy of this map while he’s away from the city."

When Lange left the city, I asked him to verify this map’s accuracy. While I’m confident in its precision, it’s better to be certain.

"Understood. Once confirmed, we’d like to create a simplified version of the map that includes only major cities and landmarks. Of course, any profits from selling those maps will go to you. How does that sound?"

"Yes, that works for me."