Hikaru won't waste his second chance at life; he will focus on what truly matters. And so, he builds a new home with his own two hands.
As the weeks turn into months, Hiraku's loneliness grows. He thought he desired a life of solitude, but his wish for companionship grows stronger by the day.
Hiraku and Lu begin their new life together, unaware of the visitors who will soon arrive at their household.
Now that they've secured a reliable water source, they can start a rice paddy and build a bathhouse.
With their homestead completed, they turn their focus to food preparation and just in time; Winter is coming.
A surprise attack would have shattered their peaceful lives were it not for the almighty farming tool. As word spreads, their home blooms into a village.
Hikaru realizes the importance of diplomacy when the demon lord and the dragons establish contact with the Great Tree Village.
They say civilization started because of alcohol. In the Great Tree Village's case, it instigates a misunderstanding between dragons.
Hiraku's offhand comment leads to a series of events that end with a merchant setting up a trade deal with The Great Tree Village.
Spurred by her followers, the demon lord's daughter attempts to invade the Great Tree Village. "Attempts" being the keyword.
News of the impending birth thrills the villagers, but they aren't the only ones interested in the good news.
Hiraku's second chance was just the beginning. As he reflects on the changes that occurred since his arrival, one thing is certain: The Great Tree Village is lively as always.
